Recent surge in ETH price due to SEC fast-tracking approval, House and Senate passing pro-crypto bills, BTC's bull flag breakout near $70,000 signaling bull market continuation.
House and Senate's pro-crypto stance led to 3 bills passing, reshaping regulatory landscape for Bitcoin and Ethereum.
Deep dives
Bitcoin Dominance and ETH BTC Relationship
Bitcoin's dominance relative to other crypto assets is discussed through the ETH BTC relationship. It is noted that Ethereum has been weakening against Bitcoin in recent cycles, indicating Bitcoin's maturity as an asset. This trend has continued, with Ethereum not strengthening against Bitcoin during this cycle. The discussion emphasizes Bitcoin's decentralization and scarcity as core strengths that differentiate it from other crypto assets.
Regulatory Developments and ETF Approval Odds
Recent regulatory developments and their impact on ETF approval odds are highlighted. The SEC's shift towards potentially approving ETH ETFs is attributed to political factors after recent pro-crypto votes in the House and Senate. The rise in the odds of ETF approval from 25% to 75% in one day signifies a significant development. The discussion underscores how these regulatory changes are reshaping the perception and adoption of crypto assets like Bitcoin and Ethereum.
Grayscale CEO Transition and Institutional Interest
The transition in Grayscale's CEO role and potential acquisition by a major investment firm are detailed. The CEO's replacement with extensive investment management experience hints at further institutional involvement in Bitcoin. The settlement of Digital Currency Group with the New York Attorney General for $2 billion is linked to past fraudulent activities, signaling a shift towards more regulated operations. This industry development suggests a positive outlook for Bitcoin's institutionalization and market trajectory.
In today's video, Joe discusses the latest developments in bitcoin and the broader ecosystem. In the last 24 hours, the SEC has pivoted from not approving a spot Ethereum ETF to fast-tracking its approval, causing Ethereum to jump 20% and ETH/BTC to move above 0.05. He discusses how the House and Senate are now majorly pro-crypto, passing 3 separate bills in the last 10 days in support of the ecosystem. Finally, Joe wraps it all up with a look at bitcoin's bull flag breakout, signaling a bull market continuation if we can get past this brief consolidation period near $70,000.
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