Galaxy Digital, the renowned cryptocurrency investment firm, has recently released its bold predictions for Bitcoin and Ethereum in 2024. The firm anticipates a year of intense competition and unprecedented challenges, particularly for Ethereum.
Super insightful report from the @glxyresearch team… They share predictions for the year ahead on everything from bitcoin ETFs to crypto and AI. Definitely worth the read. Best in the game!! https://t.co/WFjIVP56iS
— Mike Novogratz (@novogratz) January 24, 2024
The analysts at Galaxy Digital believe that Bitcoin, the world’s first and largest cryptocurrency, will continue to dominate the market. However, they also predict that Ethereum, the second-largest cryptocurrency by market capitalization, will face significant challenges in the coming year.
According to Galaxy Digital, the increasing adoption of cryptocurrencies and advancements in artificial intelligence (AI) will boost major activity in the crypto market. The firm’s CEO, Mike Novogratz, has expressed optimism about the future of both Bitcoin and Ethereum, despite the predicted challenges.
Ethereum, known for its smart contract functionality, has been a major player in the DeFi (Decentralized Finance) sector. However, Galaxy Digital predicts that Ethereum will face unprecedented competition in 2024. This competition is expected to come from emerging blockchain platforms that offer similar functionalities, potentially leading to a redistribution of market share.
Galaxy Digital About Ethereum’s Support for Layer 2 Platforms
Galaxy analysts anticipate that Ethereum, with its planned updates for the year, will enhance its support for Layer 2 platforms. Additionally, they forecast that Ethereum will face competition from alternative Layer 1 altcoins, such as Solana (SOL), over the year.
The Ethereum blockchain employs validators to fortify its network. However, there is a cap on the number of validators that can enter or exit the network during each epoch. With Ethereum’s expansion, this cap on validator entries and exits has also risen.
Galaxy Digital suggests that if Ethereum sees a spike in usage in 2024, leading to a rise in transactions and staking demand, Ethereum developers might have to consider significant alterations to the staking dynamics and monetary policy.
Analysts at Galaxy Digital have forecasted several significant developments in the cryptocurrency sector. They predict that Bitcoin ETFs in the U.S. will see substantial inflows, which could transform the operation of Bitcoin markets and impact asset managers, brokers, and exchanges across both crypto and conventional finance.
The forthcoming Bitcoin halving event is expected to present difficulties for miners, possibly resulting in consolidation. While Galaxy Digital predicts a competitive landscape for Bitcoin and Ethereum in 2024, the firm remains optimistic. The anticipated increase in crypto and AI activity, coupled with ongoing developments within the crypto space, suggests a dynamic and exciting year ahead for both cryptocurrencies.
