Key Points
- Grayscale’s survey indicates increased interest in Ethereum (ETH) following the approval of a Spot Ethereum ETF.
- Despite ETH’s price struggles, the anticipated ETF could boost its value due to increased demand.
Grayscale’s recent study suggests that the approval of a Spot Ethereum ETF might boost the number of U.S. voters interested in investing in Ethereum (ETH).
ETH’s Struggles and Potential Recovery
ETH’s price has been struggling to surpass the $3,000 mark. However, the survey by Grayscale indicates a potential rise in the altcoin’s future.
The study found that about 25% of potential U.S. voters would likely invest in ETH if the Spot Ethereum ETF goes live. This increase aligns with the broader trend of crypto adoption.
The survey also revealed that 47% of voters plan to include cryptocurrencies in their investment portfolios, a significant increase from 40% six months ago. This widespread interest could potentially benefit ETH in the long run.
Impact of Ethereum ETF
An Ethereum ETF, like the Bitcoin ETF, would provide a regulated method for new investors to enter the market. This could result in an influx of capital, particularly from institutions, potentially driving up ETH’s price due to increased demand.
Regulatory approval of an Ethereum ETF in the U.S. would be a significant endorsement, potentially alleviating institutional concerns about the cryptocurrency’s legitimacy.
At the time of reporting, ETH was trading at $2,987.46 after a 4.19% increase over the last 24 hours. Despite the low prices, the network growth for ETH has seen a significant decline, suggesting that most new investors are hesitant to buy ETH.
Furthermore, the velocity around the token also declined, indicating reduced trading frequency for ETH. Therefore, it is worth considering the potential impact of the Spot Ethereum ETFs on the altcoin’s future price.
Meanwhile, in Hong Kong, Ethereum staking ETFs may be welcomed within the next six months, according to Hashkey Capital’s Vivien Wong. Wong also stated that local regulators are currently in discussions with industry insiders regarding the proposal.