2026-01-23 03:55:50

There is a significant development—Nasdaq has submitted a rule change application to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. What is the core of this proposal? It aims to eliminate the current cap of 25,000 contracts on Bitcoin and Ethereum spot ETF options.

In simple terms, these crypto ETF options are currently heavily restricted, but traditional commodity ETFs don't have such rules. Nasdaq wants to level the playing field by aligning the position limits for crypto and commodity options. This proposal was submitted on January 7.

Several major players are involved, including BlackRock, Fidelity, Grayscale, ARK/21Shares, and VanEck. Removing the cap would allow market participants to adjust their positions more flexibly, potentially boosting liquidity in options trading. This move reflects a gradual regulatory shift from a conservative stance toward a more market-oriented approach.

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All-InQueen

· 11h ago

Finally here! I've been waiting for this hurdle to be removed. The 25,000 limit should have been lifted long ago. Institutions are eager to break free. Now they can finally loosen up, and liquidity is about to take off. Nasdaq's move is smart; leveling the playing field between crypto and commodities is a sign of recognition. BlackRock and others pushing behind the scenes indicate that this time it's serious, and regulatory attitudes are truly changing. If this gets approved, options trading will be different. I'm so looking forward to it. I'm optimistic about this step. Institutional entry will rely on this breakthrough.

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BrokenYield

· 11h ago

so nasdaq's basically saying "hey sec, let's stop treating crypto options like penny stocks" and i'm here for it ngl. 25k contract cap was always the regulatory security blanket nobody actually needed... smart money's been waiting for this exact move fr fr

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SchrodingerGas

· 11h ago

Arbitrage opportunities are back again. Once the ceiling of 25,000 units is removed, institutions can legitimately pile up positions... Isn't this just the process of rebalancing and re-pricing the game equilibrium?

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PaperHandSister

· 11h ago

Nasdaq's recent moves are really paving the way. Once the removal of the 25,000 contract limit is approved, institutions will be able to pour money in freely. Finally some real progress, but I’m still waiting to see if the SEC approves or not. Regulation is unpredictable—sometimes it opens up, sometimes it tightens. BlackRock, Fidelity, these big sharks have been eyeing this for a long time, just waiting for this one document. I just want to know, after this passes, will there be some new restrictions? It feels like regulators are a bit inconsistent in their approach. Right now, I only dare to watch but not to heavily invest. If there's another unexpected turn, I simply can't handle it with my current position.

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