Crypto Update | Bitcoin ETFs Are Not the 'Dominant Narrative' Driving BTC's 2024 Rally: VanEck CEO
Apr 9, 2024
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VanEck CEO Jan van Eck discusses bitcoin's 2024 rally, ETFs, and the stablecoin market. He explains why SEC may not approve spot Ether ETFs. The podcast explores the growth of ETFs in Europe, bureaucratic obstacles for Bitcoin ETF approval, market trends, institutional adoption, and competitive stablecoin market landscape.
Transaction costs on Solana and layer tubes are more affordable for building applications compared to high fees on Bitcoin and Ethereum.
Europe leads in cryptocurrency ETFs with staking rewards, while the stablecoin market sees growth with emerging use cases and competition among key players.
Deep dives
Affordable transaction costs on Solana and layer tubes
Transaction costs on Solana and layer tubes have become affordable compared to the high fees on Bitcoin and Ethereum, making them more viable for building applications. High gas fees on Ethereum are likened to filling a FAR tank at varying expensive rates, hindering efficient use of the database for development.
Challenges in ETF approval and market dynamics
The approval journey for Bitcoin ETFs faced challenges in the US, while Europe took a lead in cryptocurrency ETFs, offering staking rewards and advancing regulatory frameworks. Retail investors have shown significant interest in ETFs, with limited institutional allocations. The market dynamics and macro factors continue to drive Bitcoin price movements.
Stablecoin market and competition
The stablecoin market is witnessing growth with various use cases emerging. The launch of US dollar-backed stablecoins like Agora brings competition in the market dominated by a few key players. Achieving wide adoption, trading stability, and building a robust ecosystem are vital for the success and longevity of stablecoins.
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On "Markets Daily," VanEck CEO Jan van Eck weighs in on bitcoin's 2024 rally and the success of spot BTC ETFs in the U.S. Plus, he explains why it's unlikely for the SEC to approve the spot Ether ETF applications in May and shares insights on competitions in the stablecoin market.
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This episode was hosted by Jennifer Sanasie. “Markets Daily” is executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced and edited by Victor Chen, alongside Senior Booking Producer Melissa Montañez. All original music by Doc Blust and Colin Mealey.