In 2019, the cryptocurrency market promises us many interesting events and expected projects. Let's list those that can most influence the development of the cryptocurrency industry.
Bakkt and Bitcoin Futures
The launch of Bakkt is one of the most anticipated events. The platform should start work by the end of January. According to rumors, the opening may be postponed again , because of which the opening of the site will take place in February 2019.
The most positive thing about this project is the provision of a service for institutional investors who are willing to invest large sums in this sector.
The expectations for Bakkt’s entry into the market are very high; if the project’s goals are achieved, the impact on the market can be truly significant.
Bitcoin-ETFs , for which the SEC should decide in February 2019, cause the same serious response. As in the case of Bakkt, the process is delayed and has already attracted the attention of institutional investors.
Lightning network
Among the developments in the blockchain field of Bitcoin in 2019, high hopes are pinned on the Lighting Network , work began in 2018, and it is only to be faced with the massive introduction of its solutions.
Over the past 30 days, the number of channels has increased by 24%, the number of nodes by 13%, and the network capacity by 12%. At this rate, over the next 12 months, the spread may increase three or four times.
Perhaps in 2019 mass adoption will not happen, but at least more solid foundations will be laid.
Stablecoins
If we talk about ubiquitous acceptance, then stablokoiny offer great promise, especially given the interest of large companies.
Of course, at this stage steyblokinoi are unlikely to cause great enthusiasm in the world of cryptocurrency, but they will contribute to the application of new technologies among new participants.
Stabilcoins are actually similar to traditional fiat currencies, but they use tools typical of the crypto sector.
Industry regulation
In this case, we are talking about a multitude of national state projects, so there is no great enthusiasm to be expected here.
It is believed that the existing legislative gaps hinder the mass introduction of new technologies and the entry of institutional investors.
STO and Security Tokens
Finally, there are dozens of projects that are close to security tokens and the so-called STO , which can become alternative financing through an IPO on the stock exchange.
Some of these projects have already started or are underway, some will enter the market in the first quarter of 2019.
Undoubtedly, the year 2019 will bring a lot of different news, but we can definitely say that the situation in December 2019 will be different than now.
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