From Investing.com:

Bitcoin surged above $45,000 as optimism around possible spot bitcoin ETF approval boosted the cryptocurrency’s value. It reached a 21-month peak of $45,488, gaining 154% in 2023. Ether, linked to the ethereum blockchain, was 1% higher at $2,376. U.S. regulators may soon OK at least some of the 13 proposed spot bitcoin ETFs. The crypto market is expected to grow significantly in 2024.



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