Ethereum (ETH), the world’s second-largest cryptocurrency, has seen a sharp price surge, hitting a two-month high of $3,824, following rumors that the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) may soon approve spot trading. Ether Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs).
The news sparked bullish sentiment across the cryptocurrency market, with Ethereum’s price surging by over 22% in a matter of hours and the overall digital asset market gaining 7.5%, reaching a market cap of $2.6 trillion with a 130% increase in trading volumes.
Ether hits two-week high amid ETF spot speculation
The cryptocurrency market saw significant gains, with Ethereum price surging 21.93% to $3,796.83. Bitcoin (BTC) reaching $70,338.38, with other altcoins like Dogecoin (DOGE) and Cardano (ADA) also increasing.
Reports suggesting that the SEC may soon approve Ether ETFs contributed to the price surge, with the price of Ether rising 24.50% to around $3,790, the highest level in two months.
Why is the price of Ether skyrocketing?
The main reason behind the significant increase in Ethereum price is the growing speculation about the upcoming SEC approval of spot Ether ETFs.
Two main factors have contributed to the recent rise in the price of Ether: the increased likelihood of U.S. approval of an Ethereum spot ETF and a DOJ indictment reducing the likelihood of ETH being classified as a security. The SEC’s engagement with cryptocurrency exchanges and ETF issuers to update their filings has significantly boosted investor confidence.
At the same time, a sharp increase in Ether futures contracts open interest and funding rates indicated growing investor interest and bullish sentiment towards Ethereum.
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Tim Fries is the co-founder of The Tokenist. He holds a BS in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Michigan and an MBA from the University of Chicago Booth School of Business. Tim was a Senior Associate on the investment team of RW Baird’s U.S. Private Equity practice and is also the co-founder of Protective Technologies Capital, an investment firm focused on sensing, protection and control solutions.