This Friday, Bitcoin reached an unprecedented high, crossing $70,000, spurred by ongoing interest in Bitcoin ETFs, recently sanctioned by the SEC.
This endorsement not only propelled Bitcoin to new peaks but also expanded its reach.
January witnessed a pivotal moment when U.S. authorities greenlit Bitcoin ETFs, a crucial advancement for digital assets.
These ETFs, trading on stock exchanges, facilitate indirect Bitcoin investments, eliminating the need to buy the cryptocurrency directly.
The surge in Bitcoin‘s price prompts speculation on its future stability, given its volatile history.
Camilo Rodríguez, from CR Academy, suggests a break through the $69,000 resistance could signal future gains. “Bitcoin is poised for new historical highs in the long run,” he notes.
ETFs are instrumental in this latest peak, encompassing around 4% of Bitcoin’s finite supply.
U.S.-listed Bitcoin saw a substantial inflow of $472.6 million in one day, with Fidelity’s ETF experiencing a record influx.
However, Grayscale’s Trust faced notable outflows, contrasting with BlackRock’s fund, which recorded significant inflows, reflecting strong investment interest.
Anticipation Surrounds the 2024 Halving Event
Anticipation surrounds the 2024 halving event, expected to intensify Bitcoin demand by reducing miner rewards, hence tightening supply and potentially lifting prices.
This scenario before the halving suggests even greater highs are possible.
Before this record, Bitcoin’s previous peak was $68,991 in November 2021, but it declined sharply by December, ending the year around $46,000.
After a significant drop to $16,000 in December 2022, Bitcoin had been hovering near $30,000 for much of 2023, until the ETF endorsement by the SEC boosted its value.
“The halving and ETF integration into traditional markets signifies an exciting era for Bitcoin,” remarks Andrés Salcedo of Bitso.
This milestone offers a chance to strengthen the industry and make cryptocurrencies accessible to millions in Latin America.
“Bitcoin’s role as a value reserve and technology is well established. The growing acceptance among individuals and institutions reflects this,” he adds.
Rodriguez anticipates reduced volatility for Bitcoin as it gains participants and liquidity, similar to gold, forecasting a bullish “hypercycle” for BTC.
ETFs facilitate significant, transparent liquidity injections into Bitcoin by major institutions in the U.S.