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2024 Digital Asset Predictions
Over the past 15 years, the world has witnessed a warm-up in the dynamic field of digital assets and cryptocurrencies, which is expected to become a major event in the dynamic field.
We are currently at the forefront of the Bitcoin boom cycle, with the expectation that cryptocurrency wallets will reach 1 billion, and major participants such as JPMorgan and Goldman Sachs will actively engage in blockchain construction. In addition, the first Bitcoin Exchange Traded Fund (ETF) is expected to be approved, marking a breakthrough moment for the industry.
This can only be described as the emergence of a 'crypto cool.' Bitcoin's impressive 150% surge in 2023 sets the stage for optimism in 2024, including expected catalysts such as the approval of physical Bitcoin ETFs and the Bitcoin halving. This resurgence not only implies an influx of new capital but also signifies a positive shift in the momentum of the entire ecosystem's development.
Now, here are 7 areas to watch in 2024:
(All views represent BitSky's perspective and do not constitute financial advice)
1. Improving global regulatory clarity and institutional adoption
The global cryptocurrency regulatory landscape is rapidly evolving, with over 20 countries introducing comprehensive frameworks in just the past year. Another 40 countries are actively advancing cryptocurrency-related regulations, signaling a global trend. It is expected that by 2024, the clarity of global regulations will promote Bitcoin's mainstream adoption by enhancing investor confidence and reducing uncertainty.
2. The UAE becomes a global cryptocurrency center
The shift in preferences of cryptocurrency entrepreneurs from the United States to the UAE indicates that the UAE has strategic advantages. With its robust regulatory framework, professional oversight, and innovative initiatives, the United Arab Emirates, especially Dubai and Abu Dhabi, has not only solidified its position as a leader in the cryptocurrency field but has also pioneered new areas of stablecoin issuance, potentially reshaping the dynamic global cryptocurrency market. As 2024 approaches, the growing attention to Dubai and Abu Dhabi marks a key moment in the decentralization of cryptocurrency influence globally.
For example, in February 2023, VARA introduced a comprehensive, activity-based, and product-agnostic regulatory framework for licensing and supervising virtual asset service providers (VASPs). The Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM) released a framework to regulate exchanges, custodians, brokers, and other intermediary institutions engaged in virtual asset (VA) activities. This framework covers products such as digital securities, stablecoins, and derivatives/securities."
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