{"id":569449,"date":"2024-01-14T08:14:07","date_gmt":"2024-01-14T08:14:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/wncen.com\/?p=569449"},"modified":"2024-01-14T11:31:50","modified_gmt":"2024-01-14T11:31:50","slug":"etf-frenzy-bitcoin-takes-a-dip-ethereum-goes-hot-and-the-next-crypto-chapter","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/wncen.com\/news\/etf-frenzy-bitcoin-takes-a-dip-ethereum-goes-hot-and-the-next-crypto-chapter\/","title":{"rendered":"Buy Low, Sell High? Bitcoin Wobbles As ETF Fever Cool Downs"},"content":{"rendered":"
In a week etched in crypto history, the long-awaited arrival of Bitcoin ETFs in the US sent shockwaves through the market. Yet, despite the monumental achievement, the king of crypto, Bitcoin, took a step back<\/a> on Saturday, dipping 6% to end the week barely above $43,000.<\/p>\n Many analysts predicted a “sell-the-news” scenario, where investors cashed in on profits built upon anticipation of the ETF approval. Others suggest a rotation into Ethereum, which surged 15% on the week and touched highs not seen since May 2022.<\/p>\n This speculation is fueled by expectations of imminent Ethereum ETF decisions from the SEC, potentially mirroring the winds that propelled Bitcoin towards a 60% rally in recent months.<\/p>\n According to Alex Saunders, a Citi analyst, the cryptocurrency market has transitioned to a new narrative, as Ethereum has outperformed Bitcoin<\/a>. This surge is believed to be driven by anticipation that the second-largest cryptocurrency could receive approval for an ETF.<\/p>\n While the immediate price action might paint a contrasting picture, the significance of the ETF launch for Bitcoin’s long-term trajectory remains undeniable. Market participants across the board agree that ETFs will pave the way for increased institutional adoption, a crucial step towards legitimizing Bitcoin as a serious asset class.<\/p>\n Analysts at Citi anticipate “extra prominence” for Bitcoin in diversified portfolios, although widespread inclusion is still some distance away.<\/p>\n The road to crypto acceptance, however, isn’t paved solely with Bitcoin. Litecoin, often dubbed “silver to Bitcoin’s gold,” emerged as another bright spot this week, on track for an impressive 11% gain. This signifies diversification within the crypto landscape, a trend likely to continue with the potential influx of other crypto ETFs.<\/p>\n Beyond the digital coins themselves, the news wasn’t as rosy for crypto-related equities and miners. Coinbase and MicroStrategy, heavily invested in Bitcoin, took tumbles of 6% and 8%, respectively. Miners, already on the back foot after suffering substantial losses on Thursday, extended their descent, with CleanSpark and Iris Energy experiencing double-digit drops.<\/p>\nEthereum ETF Speculation: Shaping Crypto Narratives<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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“In our view, the crypto market has already moved to the next narrative, with ETH rallying more than bitcoin, likely on the expectation that crypto’s second largest token could also see an ETF approval,” Saunders said.<\/h4>\n<\/blockquote>\n
Bitcoin slightly below the $43K level today. Chart: TradingView.com<\/a><\/pre>\n
BTC 24-hour price action. Source: Coingecko<\/pre>\n
Crypto Equities Shake Amidst Bitcoin’s Slide<\/strong><\/h2>\n