Robinhood CEO Vlad Tenev believes that blockchain technology will eventually underpin stock trading, arguing that crypto’s infrastructure could make financial markets more accessible, cost-efficient, and resilient. Tenev made the statement during a fireside chat, where he outlined how integrating stocks with blockchain networks could remove many inefficiencies in traditional trading systems, allowing assets to trade […]
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BlackRock incorporated Bitcoin (BTC) into its $150 billion model-portfolio offerings through its iShares Bitcoin Trust ETF (IBIT) exchange-traded fund (ETF), Bloomberg News reported on Feb. 28. The asset manager has assigned 1% to 2% of its target allocation portfolios to IBIT. As of Dec. 17, the fund registered over $36 billion in net flows, amassing […]
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CME Group revealed the Solana (SOL) futures launch on Mar. 17, pending regulatory approval, citing increasing client demand. Nate Geraci, CEO of The ETF Store, noted that the development “definitely bodes well” for SOL exchange-traded fund (ETF) prospects. According to a Feb. 28 statement, the new Solana futures contracts will be available in two sizes: […]
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A recent report by River revealed that hedge funds and registered investment advisors’ (RIA) exposure to Bitcoin (BTC) via exchange-traded products (ETF) reached $34.3 billion as of Dec. 31, showing a 357% growth last year. The report highlighted that 458 RIAs have BTC exposure, with the weighted average allocation being 0.02%. Notably, investment advisors’ exposure […]
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Leading financial industry groups have urged President Donald Trump’s administration to roll back federal policies they say have restricted US banks from engaging in digital asset markets and warned that regulatory overreach is hampering American leadership in financial innovation. In a letter sent to David Sacks, Special Advisor for Artificial Intelligence and Crypto and chair […]
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Citadel Securities is reportedly planning to expand into crypto market making, with the aim of providing liquidity on major crypto exchanges, Bloomberg News reported on Feb. 24. People familiar with the matter told the news outlet that the firm is preparing to establish a presence in crypto markets by joining market makers on platforms operated […]
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The Bank of New York Mellon (BNY Mellon) disclosed holdings of more than $13 million in Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) at the end of the fourth quarter, marking another sign of traditional financial institutions increasing their exposure to digital assets. According to a newly filed disclosure with the SEC, BNY Mellon owns 115,108 shares of […]
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Bitcoin (BTC) financial services firm Fold Holdings will debut on the Nasdaq on Feb. 19, becoming the 12th crypto-native company listed on the stock exchange. According to a Feb. 18 statement, the listing will take place following the completion of its merger with FTAC Emerald Acquisition Corp. (FTAC), a special purpose acquisition company (SPAC). The […]
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Institutional investors held 25.4% of the assets under management (AUM) of spot Bitcoin (BTC) exchange-traded funds (ETFs) as of Dec. 31 — totaling $26.8 billion. K33 Research head of research Vetle Lunde shared that the percentage of Bitcoin ETF AUM held by institutions grew 113% between the third and fourth quarters of 2024. Additionally, the AUM […]
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HK Asia Holdings made its first Bitcoin (BTC) purchase in what it described as a symbolic but strategic move toward integrating digital assets into its financial strategy. The Hong Kong-listed company acquired 1 BTC on Feb. 13 for $96,150 — approximately HK$750,000 — using internal funds. While the transaction remains small in scale, the company […]
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State Street and Citi are considering offering crypto custody services. According to a report from The Information, the banks aim to provide safekeeping solutions to institutional investors, traders, and large funds. A bank executive told the report that State Street plans to roll out crypto custody services next year. The institution is one of the […]
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Franklin Templeton announced on Feb. 12 that its tokenized money fund, “Franklin OnChain US Government Money Fund” (FOBXX), was deployed on Solana — the fund is now available on eight different blockchains. According to Franklin Templeton’s website, the FOBXX invests 99.5% of its total assets in US government securities, cash, and repurchase agreements fully collateralized […]
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CME Group reported record-breaking crypto trading volumes in the fourth quarter of 2024, reflecting a surge in institutional and retail interest in regulated digital asset derivatives. The derivatives exchange saw an average daily trading volume of approximately $10 billion in crypto futures and options during the final quarter of the year, more than 300% higher […]
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In its recent 13F form, JPMorgan reported $1 million in crypto exposure through exchange-traded funds (ETF) as of Dec. 31. This is nearly 69% more than the $595,326 it reported at th end of the third quarter of 2024. According to the filing with the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), JPMorgan’s exposure to Bitcoin […]
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DeFi’s base rate for lending stablecoins is a structural shift that challenges traditional finance by demonstrating the sustainability of high-yield, low-risk on-chain money markets, says Index Coop’s Crews Enochs.
Goldman Sachs reported over $2 billion in crypto exposure through Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH) exchange-traded funds (ETF) as of Dec. 31, according to its latest 13F form. According to its 13F form, the lender had a $1.56 billion exposure to Bitcoin at the end of the fourth quarter of 2024, over 2x higher than […]
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Japanese gaming and blockchain company Gumi has announced a 1 billion yen ($6.5 million) investment in Bitcoin (BTC) in a Feb. 10 letter to the market. The investment will occur from February to May and will represent 4.3% of Gumi’s $150 million market cap. Following the news, Gumi stock climbed 3.65%. The company also revealed […]
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A balance must be struck between decentralization and security.
Strategy acquired an additional 7,633 BTC and elevated its unrealized profit to over $17 billion on Feb. 9. Meanwhile, Metaplanet reported that 85% of its 2024 net income was attributed to Bitcoin (BTC) holdings, with nearly $36 million in unrealized profits. The firm said it intends to increase its Bitcoin stash to 10,000 BTC by […]
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Traditional finance remains cautious of decentralized finance, but there are opportunities for collaboration.
The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has delayed on Feb. 7 its decision on whether to approve options trading on Ethereum (ETH) exchange-traded funds (ETFs), extending the review period until Apr. 9. The decision, outlined in a Feb. 7 filing, impacts proposals related to Bitwise’s ETHW, Grayscale’s ETHE and Ethereum Mini Trust, and BlackRock’s […]
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The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has acknowledged two key filings: an amendment for Grayscale’s proposed spot Litecoin (LTC) exchange-traded fund (ETF) and a separate request allowing in-kind redemptions for BlackRock’s iShares Bitcoin ETF (IBIT), according to Feb. 6 filings. Analysts view the SEC’s engagement with these filings as a crucial step toward potential […]
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MicroStrategy announced on Feb. 5 that it will rebrand to Strategy, reflecting its focus on becoming a Bitcoin (BTC) Treasury Company and a publicly traded business intelligence firm. The Nasdaq 100 constituent company also introduced a new logo featuring a stylized “B,” which signifies its Bitcoin strategy and position within the crypto market. The brand’s […]
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BlackRock is preparing to introduce an exchange-traded product (ETP) linked to Bitcoin (BTC) in Europe, Bloomberg News reported on Feb. 5. According to sources familiar with the matter, the fund is expected to be domiciled in Switzerland, and BlackRock could begin marketing the product as early as this month. Bloomberg ETF analyst James Seyffart said […]
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Grayscale Investments announced the launch of the Grayscale Dogecoin Trust on Jan. 30, marking a significant milestone in institutional access to Dogecoin, the crypto initially created as a joke but now valued at billions. The new single-asset fund offers accredited investors exposure to Dogecoin (DOGE) through a traditional security format, eliminating the complexities of directly […]
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Robinhood CEO Vlad Tenev warned that the US could lose its competitive edge in financial markets if regulators fail to provide clear rules for tokenized securities. In a Jan. 28 op-ed for The Washington Post, Tenev argued that blockchain-based financial assets could broaden investment opportunities, allowing retail investors to participate in the early growth of […]
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CME Group announced on Jan. 29 that it would introduce options on its Bitcoin (BTC) Friday futures. The new contracts will launch on Feb. 24. According to the announcement, the contracts are CME’s first financially settled crypto options product, although they are still pending regulatory approval. Giovanni Vicioso, CME Group Global Head of Cryptocurrency Products, […]
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Morgan Stanley CEO Ted Pick said the lender is exploring how it can offer crypto services in the US and intends to engage with regulators once the review is complete. During an appearance on CNBC’s Squawk Box on Jan. 23, Pick said that Morgan Stanley’s equation is understanding how to act as crypto transactors while […]
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BlackRock CEO Larry Fink believes that Bitcoin (BTC) could soar to $700,000 if global economic and political instability prompts widespread adoption of the flagship crypto. Fink made the prediction while speaking on a panel at the World Economic Forum on Jan. 22. He outlined a scenario in which Bitcoin becomes a refuge for wealth preservation […]
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CME Group is potentially preparing to launch futures contracts for Solana (SOL) and XRP, based on reports and images shared on social media on Jan. 22. However, CME Group has yet to make a public statement on the matter, and neither confirmed nor denied the authenticity of the images as of press time, leading to […]
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