The US Securities and Exchange Commission's (SEC) approval of Bitcoin and Ethereum Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs) has sparked a surge in the cryptocurrency market, drawing in new investors. Traditional investment routes can be capital-intensive, but the year 2024 is being touted as a prime time for both retail and corporate investors to get involved in the crypto space. This move by the SEC signals a significant shift in the acceptance and legitimization of digital currencies, potentially paving the way for further advancements in areas such as public blockchain, algorithmic stablecoins, NFTs, and GameFi.