The introduction of a Bitcoin ETF would make purchasing Bitcoin easier for the majority of people, bringing legitimacy and greater scrutiny to the cryptocurrency market. It would also lead to a reduction in transaction fees as the ETFs compete against each other. The comparison is drawn between Coinbase and AOL, where Coinbase served as an early and user-friendly tool for accessing Bitcoin, but with the ETF making it easier to buy and sell, the value proposition of Coinbase is expected to decrease significantly.
Kara and Scott discuss the final GOP debate before the Iowa caucuses, the SEC approving Bitcoin ETFs, and Apple Vision Pro getting ready to hit the market. Then, Don Lemon is back with a new show, but can X really be a contender in the online video space? Plus, Business Insider's clash with parent company Axel Springer over plagiarism articles on Bill Ackman's wife, Neri Oxman.
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