The year began with a bang for the cryptocurrency market, largely driven by the approval of US spot Bitcoin ETFs, catapulting Bitcoin to a new all-time high of $73,098. Ethereum and other altcoins followed suit, capitalizing on the bullish market sentiment and technological advancements. Notably, Ethereum's restaking on EigenLayer and the explosion of Solana memecoins contributed to the market's vibrancy, underlining the diverse and maturing nature of crypto assets.