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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Crypto trading firm and market maker Wintermute registered a 240% yearly growth in traditional finance firms’ activity in its over-the-counter (OTC) trading desk, according to a Jan. 17 report. Traditional financial institutions played a pivotal role in reshaping OTC trading in 2024. The report pointed to improved regulatory clarity and evolving policy frameworks as confidence […]
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Switzerland’s state-owned financial giant, PostFinance AG, has launched an Ethereum (ETH) staking service — allowing users to earn rewards while strengthening blockchain security. The initiative is part of the bank’s ongoing expansion into digital assets. The program, unveiled on Jan. 16, lets customers stake as little as 0.1 ETH, with a 12-week mandatory lock-up period […]
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Nasdaq filed a 19b-4 Form on Jan.16 to list and trade the spot Litecoin (LTC) exchange-traded fund (ETF) registered by Canary Capital. Bloomberg senior ETF analyst Eric Balchunas sees this as the first altcoin-related ETF approval in 2025. Following an update in the S-1 Form filed by Canary, Balchunas stated that its Litecoin ETF “has […]
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RWAs are set to transform finance, with stablecoins, tokenized products and regulatory shifts in the US paving the way for 2025 growth.
Boerse Stuttgart Group CEO Matthias Voelkel expressed a bullish stance on cryptocurrency, disclosing personal Bitcoin holdings.
Bitwise chief investment officer Matthew Hougan believes that companies adding Bitcoin (BTC) to their balance sheets are no longer an anomaly but a burgeoning megatrend that could transform the crypto market this year. In a recent memo to clients, Hougan highlighted that MicroStrategy has been making the headlines with its aggressive BTC accumulation strategy. The company […]
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According to an estimate by JPMorgan, exchange-traded products (ETPs) for XRP and Solana (SOL) could attract over $15 billion in net inflows. Matthew Sigel, head of digital assets research at VanEck, shared that the forecast considers the performances of Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH) in relation to their market cap and ETP flows. Bitcoin ETPs […]
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A recent report by Bitwise and VettaFi reveals that 56% of financial advisors are more likely to invest in crypto this year, with the 2024 US election results pivoting sentiment. The 2024 surge in crypto prices and increased regulatory clarity have sparked greater interest from clients and advisors alike. In 2024, 96% of advisors fielded […]
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The fintech company Block could be the first publicly listed company holding Bitcoin (BTC) in its treasury to integrate the S&P 500 Index within 21 months, according to Matthew Sigel, head of digital assets research at VanEck. He highlighted that the firm, founded by Twitter co-founder Jack Dorsey, reportedly satisfied the final hurdle for listing […]
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