#AltcoinETFsPostponed

Investor expectations for the launch of investment funds (ETFs) focusing on alternative cryptocurrencies (Altcoins) such as Ethereum and Ripple, among others, have been met with a delay in approval requests from major regulatory bodies, most notably the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), until further notice. This decision comes amid concerns regarding severe market volatility and the lack of maturity in the regulatory framework governing this type of asset.

The authorities clarified that the decision aims to protect investors from the risks of fraud or market manipulation, especially given the absence of clear mechanisms to monitor alternative cryptocurrency networks compared to Bitcoin, which enjoys higher liquidity and broader regulatory interest. They also indicated the need to assess the impact of these funds on financial stability, particularly amid the sharp fluctuations witnessed in the cryptocurrency market this year.

On the other hand, the delay has caused disappointment among a segment of investors who were anticipating new liquidity to enter the "flipping" market, resulting in a temporary decline in the values of some cryptocurrencies by percentages ranging between 3% and 8% in recent hours. However, experts believe that the delay...