"Bitcoin's Rally and ETF Buzz: Analyzing the Surge and Future Predictions"

The potential approval of a spot Bitcoin ETF in the United States could significantly impact BTC prices, with expectations of higher prices this year and beyond. Bitcoin's original vision as a peer-to-peer payment system is challenged by high transaction fees and scalability issues, pushing users towards custodial solutions. Despite this, Bitcoin's role as a settlement layer remains strong, with substantial daily transfer volumes. Financial advisors show interest in BTC but are cautious due to regulatory concerns and the lack of an ETF. Analysts predict a pullback in BTC price before the halving, but any significant dips are viewed as buying opportunities, with the long-term outlook for BTC as a fiat-hedging instrument remaining positive. The article suggests that while self-custody is preferred, the reality of high fees may make ETFs a more practical solution for many investors.