Several events defined 2024, including the SEC’s approval of Bitcoin spot ETFs.
Also, Bitcoin hits $100K, fueled by scarcity from the halving and institutional inflows.
XRP experiences a meteoric rise, while AI agents revolutionize Web3 with autonomous operations.
Crypto trends in 2024 reflected breakthroughs, controversies, and game-changing events. From Bitcoin’s historic $100K milestone to the rise of AI in Web3, this year has delivered transformative moments for the industry. Below is a recap of the biggest stories in crypto for 2024.
SEC Approves Bitcoin Spot ETFs
The SEC’s approval of Bitcoin spot ETFs in January 2024 marked a turning point for crypto adoption. After years of rejections, major players like BlackRock and Fidelity launched regulated ETFs, offering traditional investors easy access to Bitcoin.
Within the first year, Bitcoin spot ETFs accumulated over 1.1 million BTC, with net assets totaling $106.24 billion before their first anniversary.
Mysterious $1.2M Sent to Satoshi Nakamoto’s Wallet
Meanwhile, in January, an unidentified individual sent 26.9 Bitcoin worth approximately $1.19 million at the time to Bitcoin’s Gene…
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