--- title: Grayscale Launches Campaign to Advocate for Spot Bitcoin ETF description: The SEC has permitted bitcoin futures ETFs but rejected spot bitcoin ETFs. image: https://articles.marketsmedia.com/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/Depositphotos_161453102_l-2015-May-12-2022-09-12-44-56-AM.jpg --- ![websites-group](https://articles.marketsmedia.com/hubfs/raw_assets/public/MarketsMedia_August2021/images/new-MMG-01.svg) [![](https://articles.marketsmedia.com/hubfs/raw_assets/public/MarketsMedia_August2021/images/dropdown-new-marketsmedia-logo.svg)](https://www.marketsmedia.com/) [![](https://articles.marketsmedia.com/hubfs/raw_assets/public/MarketsMedia_August2021/images/dropdown-menu-traders-redlogo.svg)](https://www.tradersmagazine.com/) [![](https://articles.marketsmedia.com/hubfs/raw_assets/public/MarketsMedia_August2021/images/dropdown-menu-bestexe-logo.svg)](https://www.bestexecution.net/) [![](https://articles.marketsmedia.com/hubfs/raw_assets/public/MarketsMedia_August2021/images/dropdown-menu-fidesk-logo.svg)](https://www.fixglobal.com/) [![](https://articles.marketsmedia.com/hubfs/raw_assets/public/MarketsMedia_August2021/images/dropdown-fixglobal-new-logo.svg)](https://www.fixglobal.com/) - [*Facebook*](https://www.facebook.com/MarketsMedia/) - [*Twitter*](https://twitter.com/marketsmedia) - [*Linkedin*](https://www.linkedin.com/company/markets-media-llc) - [Newsletter](https://articles.marketsmedia.com/grayscale-launches-campaign-to-advocate-for-spot-bitcoin-etf#popup-newsletter) #### Want the latest news on securities markets -- FREE? 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As part of Grayscale’s [application](https://www.globenewswire.com/Tracker?data=FP8n_qWZpUdxPHGmM8ijgWXzhOnl6SQJXv7Y_XncOgUcYx7zLAKdnXuuEb8dN-SChfjMXMLLcyo8HGHRd-TKy7dmmjZCi8IjRrWJS9SfOYzsBwvZvI5Dy-MB5_QhoOmlWMr0vtBcibN5KCMHMGw2EQ==) to convert GBTC to an ETF, there is a standard 240-day review period during which the public is invited to submit comments to the SEC for consideration. In a February 2022 [notice](https://www.globenewswire.com/Tracker?data=SRRAPk9HnAorcU1wqh59L2bFMo8UB6-QEWxK0tm2yUoAsADiFRwtWMJXX1bMwg85n7fz6EwBuzoJQtdKzXMNGJCcQtEwDpbXAf5aQhUaDP4MJoTWKnVmKornKzT6agm2), the SEC requested comments from the American public: > *“The Commission asks that commenters address the sufficiency of the Exchange’s statements in support of the proposal, which are set forth in the Notice, in addition to any other comments they may wish to submit about the proposed rule change.”* “American investors should have a choice in how to obtain Bitcoin exposure,” said Grayscale CEO Michael Sonnenshein. “Every day I hear from investors who are patiently waiting for the familiarity and protections of a Spot Bitcoin ETF. We will use the strength of Grayscale’s brand and resources to continue to advocate for these investors, and ensure that the investing public is aware of the unique opportunity they have to voice their opinions directly to the SEC – a critical part of our existing regulatory process.” Grayscale has set up a [dedicated campaign page](https://www.globenewswire.com/Tracker?data=kNAIIHCHfAVuJTPEJiV1u0SMRAwFiinIffneflIX08jr3NlltzOI4H3LOzUsum3PiC0LnL9eYaXekfGBVuB-PGYj1ov5mmoQhWJrrgk7AhA=) to educate and inspire American investors to take action. “The hundreds of comments already submitted on behalf of GBTC’s conversion to an ETF further demonstrates that this issue is of the utmost importance to investors,” explained Sonnenshein. “It is clear we have reached a tipping point in the adoption of digital assets. Maintaining the regulatory status quo may feel like the safe option, but the reality is that failing to keep pace with change is the far riskier path for main street investors and our country.” The SEC is required to post, review, and address each comment submitted in accordance with this process. Hundreds of American investors, financial advisors, lawyers, and advocates have already [shared their perspectives](https://www.globenewswire.com/Tracker?data=95jfZOkOxuk9XDLNdB4DTGyrDuMumQhaqKz7jxi9Na1GTEcWLsQ7fTmz0QBxue-xsxEPkElBhsnXG-HRD7j9JxlNjbowIrt938w3aj_RDj4pmFXyfh9PljZexG96MvwqTsmKnaMoXJtFKaPjYXtQ9wMM0IyglyyST66Wgr0bzKc=).\* Today, GBTC’s assets under management amount to over $25B, representing investment from individuals and institutions across all 50 states. You can view a link to Grayscale’s comment campaign at [www.grayscale.com/comment](https://www.globenewswire.com/Tracker?data=AvnoLb-44QtF__qAepKb6Y_T2t85nyMBSVM0xseonS8bM2CRSxg7Q_V16tRL1NjeMzcxiruguJmrF_hvAL6VjxPDblE55W5e4CbGtuVJw10=). Source: Grayscale [Share](https://www.facebook.com/share.php?u=https://articles.marketsmedia.com/grayscale-launches-campaign-to-advocate-for-spot-bitcoin-etf) [Tweet](https://twitter.com/intent/tweet?text=US+ETFs+Have+Record+Net+Inflows&url=https://articles.marketsmedia.com/grayscale-launches-campaign-to-advocate-for-spot-bitcoin-etf) [Share](https://www.linkedin.com/cws/share?url=https://articles.marketsmedia.com/grayscale-launches-campaign-to-advocate-for-spot-bitcoin-etf) ![email](https://articles.marketsmedia.com/hubfs/Markets%20Media/email.svg) ### NEWSLETTER SIGN UP And receive exclusive articles on securities markets ### Related articles 1. 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