Charles Hoskinson, the creator of Cardano, has recently criticized Michael Saylor’s belief that only Bitcoin qualifies as a commodity while other cryptocurrencies like Ethereum, XRP, and Cardano do not. This ongoing debate between Bitcoin maximalists and supporters of alternative cryptocurrencies has highlighted the tensions within the crypto community.
Hoskinson expressed his concerns about the dismissive attitude of Bitcoin maximalists towards other cryptocurrencies, noting that they are often labeled as toxic and face constant attacks. He believes that these dismissive comments against altcoins are the root cause of the backlash from enthusiasts of other cryptocurrencies.
Saylor, the executive chairman of MicroStrategy, expressed skepticism about the regulatory prospects of cryptocurrencies other than Bitcoin. He suggested that these cryptocurrencies, including Ethereum, Ripple’s XRP, Solana, Binance Coin, and Cardano, are likely to be classified as unregistered securities rather than commodities. Saylor’s comments followed the SEC’s approval of several Bitcoin ETFs earlier this year, which sparked discussions about the regulatory future of other cryptocurrencies.
Meanwhile, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is currently deliberating on proposed spot Ethereum ETFs by Grayscale and Franklin Templeton. The decision, originally expected to be announced soon, has now been postponed to June 11, 2024. Recent reports indicate that the SEC might consider labeling some Ethereum offerings as securities, adding to the uncertainty surrounding the regulatory status of the cryptocurrency.
Despite this uncertainty, Larry Fink, the CEO of BlackRock, remains optimistic about the possibility of an Ethereum ETF going live. He believes that even if the SEC categorizes ETH as a security, it won’t hinder the launch of an Ethereum ETF.
In response to the maximalist positions of Bitcoin supporters, the crypto community has reacted strongly. Influencers like the XRP YouTuber Moon Lambo have criticized the toxic nature of maximalism and questioned the sincerity behind Saylor’s assertive claims. Robert Sasu, a core developer at MultiversX, emphasized the negative impact of such attitudes on the broader crypto ecosystem. He advocated for collaboration and innovation instead of destructive criticism, highlighting the potential of blockchain technology beyond just a store of value.
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