Bankless ROLLUP: Bitcoin ETF Approved | ETH Moves | EigenLayer Cosmos
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Jan 12, 2024 Excitement brews over the approval of a Bitcoin spot ETF, reshaping market dynamics and fueling Ethereum's price surge. The hosts analyze the chaotic journey of the ETF's approval process, revealing SEC challenges and varying commissioner reactions. With a focus on the potential of Ethereum's layer two solutions and advancements in the Eigenlayer project, they also discuss the impact on financial advisors navigating this shifting landscape. Additionally, the rise of Web3 social platforms like Farcaster provides a fresh perspective on digital interactions.
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ETC and ENS Price Movements
- ENS saw a 70% increase in price, while Ethereum Classic (ETC) surged by 54%.
- These are attributed to traders speculating rather than retail investors mistaking ETC for ETH.
Layer 2 Metrics
- Layer 2s are experiencing all-time highs in various metrics, indicating a healthy and growing ecosystem.
- Key metrics for evaluating layer 2s include TVL, transactions per second, transaction counts, active addresses, and fees paid.
Coinbase Promoting Base
- Coinbase actively promotes its layer 2, Base, within its app, offering free and fast withdrawals.
- Coinbase's verification program will offer perks on Base, potentially onboarding many users.