Grayscale Shifts to Spot ETF as Crypto Market Recovers; Bitcoin Eyes $260K
May 9, 2024Grayscale Investments retracts Ethereum Futures ETF proposal, focusing on Ethereum trust conversion into spot exchange-traded products.
Global cryptocurrency market cap fell slightly but saw a $20 billion increase to $2.22 trillion amid market fluctuations.
Grayscale CEO Michael Sonnenshein maintains a hopeful stance on SEC approval for Ethereum spot products, with a decision expected by May 23.
Ethereum faces bearish market sentiment and regulatory uncertainty, with predictions of further price declines toward $2,800.
Bitcoin's price surged 15.7% in the past week, hitting $65,000, with a significant withdrawal of BTC from exchanges indicating potential for further price increases.
Predictions based on network fundamentals and technical patterns suggest Bitcoin's price could potentially triple, exceeding $260,000.
Bitcoin's average short-term acquisition price has provided strong support in downturns, with recent market corrections stabilizing and showing signs of a further rise.
Investors are advised to exercise caution and conduct thorough research due to the inherent volatility and risk in cryptocurrency investments.
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USA Today Blueprint • May 8, 2024
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Grayscale's application for ethereum futures ETF withdrawnYahoo Finance • May 9, 2024
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