JPMorgan has predicted an initial negative market reaction for spot ethereum exchange-traded funds (ETFs), expecting lower demand compared to bitcoin ETFs. The global investment bank also cautions that approximately $ 1 billion may exit the Grayscale Ethereum Trust, putting downward pressure on ether prices shortly after the launch of spot ethereum ETFs. ‘Initial Market …
Bitcoin Network Adjusts to Lower Fees and Reduced Hashrate After Latest Halving
Based on the three-day simple moving average, Bitcoin’s hashrate has continued its downward trend, registering at about 550 exahash per second (EH/s). Following the halving, onchain costs have decreased significantly, with data indicating transfer fees ranging from $ 1.50 to $ 3.65 per transaction. Bitcoin’s Hashrate Slides 19% in 16 Days According to …
Argentine Lower House Passes Cryptocurrency Legalizing Opportunity in Reintroduced Omnibus Law
The Argentine Chamber of Deputies passed a series of cryptocurrency tax opportunities for citizens holding undeclared assets in foreign countries as part of reintroducing the “Omnibus law.” The bill, which was dropped in February, has now been reintroduced and approved by the lower house and is expected to be discussed by the Senate in the […]
Ethereum’s Dencun Upgrade Goes Live, Promises Lower Fees and Enhanced Scalability
The Dencun upgrade was seamlessly integrated into the Ethereum mainnet at 9:55 Eastern Time (ET) on March 13, 2024. The upgrade officially went live at Beacon slot 8626176. Ethereum’s Leap Forward with Dencun Upgrade Expected to drastically lower the transaction costs for layer two (L2) networks, Dencun introduces vital improvements aimed at boosting Ethereum’s scalability. […]
Grayscale Aims to Launch Mini Bitcoin Trust for Lower Fees and Tax Benefits
Grayscale has revealed the submission of an S-1 form to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) for the launch of a new, smaller version of its popular Grayscale Bitcoin Trust (GBTC). This initiative is designed to provide shareholders with exposure to bitcoin, reduced fees and potential tax benefits. Grayscale Unveils Bitcoin Mini Trust With […]