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Litecoin Surges 11% as ETF Proposal Sparks Market Rally

Litecoin (LTC) has emerged as the standout performer among cryptocurrencies with a market valuation over $5 billion, jumping more than 11% since the early Asian trading hours. This surge comes as the crypto market reacts positively to the Federal Reserve’s recent comments and other market-friendly developments. The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has acknowledged Canary Capitals’ Litecoin ETF proposal, opening it for public feedback, which hints at potential approval in the coming months. This acknowledgment marks the first altcoin ETF filing to make significant progress in regulatory requirements. Despite the price surge to $130, LTC remains well below its record high of $410 set in 2021. Meanwhile, on-chain activity for Bitcoin (BTC) shows lower retail participation than in November, suggesting a sustainable move above $100,000. Ethereum (ETH) has crossed above $3,200, with active addresses recently topping a March 2024 high. In traditional markets, the yield on the U.S. 10-year Treasury note has dropped to 4.50%, a bullish sign for risk assets.

Source: www.coindesk.com

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