Bitcoin Surge and the SEC Watershed ETF Approval

Join us as Kacee Johnson, Vice President of Strategy and Innovation at CPA.com & Ron Quaranta, the Chairman of the Wall Street Blockchain Alliance, take a dive deep into the latest developments in the crypto landscape, from the rollercoaster ride of Bitcoin's resurgence to the SEC's landmark approval of 11 ETFs. With Bitcoin soaring to new heights, the burning question remains: Are we finally out of the crypto winter?

Delve into the implications of these monumental shifts for markets, investors, and practitioners alike. From corporate trends to recent use cases and the pulse of activity within accounting firms, we uncover what's driving the evolution of digital finance.

The SEC's ruling on Bitcoin ETFs has far-reaching implications for the accounting and finance profession. Explore the challenges and opportunities presented by new investment vehicles, regulatory compliance, risk management, and the evolving landscape of client advisory services.

More about Ron Quaranta  ​Ron possesses over three decades of experience in the global financial services and technology industries. He currently serves as Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the Wall Street Blockchain Alliance, the world’s leading non-profit trade association promoting the comprehensive adoption of blockchain technology and cryptoassets across global markets. Ron is the editor and contributing author of the book “Blockchain in Financial Markets and Beyond: Challenges and Applications”, published Risk Books, as well as contributing author to “Blockchain & Cryptocurrency Regulation 2019-2022”, published annually by Global Legal Insights. He was named to the Top 100 Most Influential People in the Accounting Industry by Accounting Today in 2018 and is the Lead Author for the ISACA Blockchain Framework as well as a member of the ISACA Emerging Technology Advisory Group. He is a frequent guest of major media outlets, including Bloomberg Radio, and is a sought-after speaker and writer regarding financial technology and innovation. Ron also serves as an advisor to multiple startups and corporations focused on fintech innovation and blockchain technology.

 

Ron and Kacee recently helped lead the sixth annual AICPA and CPA.com Blockchain in Accountancy Symposium, you can dig into pivotal insights from the symposium in this blog."

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