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Finance

Alpaca Launches Instant Tokenization Network for US Stocks

Alpaca enables direct tokenization and redemption of US stocks with its new network designed for institutions.

Securitize Set to Launch on Nasdaq with $1.25B SPAC Deal Backed by BlackRock

Securitize, a firm specializing in tokenization, announces its upcoming public listing via a $1.25 billion merger with Cantor Fitzgerald-associated company.

Crypto

Young Australians Reflect on Missed Chance with Bitcoin at $400

A recent survey reveals that a significant portion of young Australians regret not investing in cryptocurrency a decade ago, with many viewing this as a major missed opportunity.

Crypto

Bitcoin Surges to New Heights, Boosting Mining and Treasury Stocks

Bitcoin's recent high has driven remarkable gains in shares of both crypto miners and treasury firms.

Finance

Trump's Family Accumulates Over $1 Billion from Cryptocurrency Ventures Amid Second Term

During Donald Trump's second presidency, the Trump family has seen significant profit from various cryptocurrency businesses, with earnings exceeding $1 billion.

Finance

Transforming Equity Lending: The Push Towards Onchain Solutions

The traditional equity lending market struggles with inefficiencies that could be resolved with onchain technology, offering faster settlements and automated processes.

Cryptocurrencies

Ethereum's Market Activity Soars Despite Recent Price Drop

Ethereum's on-chain metrics reveal strong growth indicators, amidst fluctuating prices, pointing towards a potential rally.

Finance

Institutional Demand for Regulated Crypto Yields Grows

As institutions look for secure investment avenues, the crypto yield space faces a demand for regulatory compliance and risk management.

Crypto

A New Era for Crypto: The Rise of Decentralized Markets

Decentralized finance (DeFi) is seeing unprecedented growth as trading shifts away from centralized exchanges (CEXs) towards transparent platforms based on code and regulation.

Business

Aave Increases Consumer DeFi Presence with Acquisition of Stable Finance

Aave Labs enhances its consumer DeFi services through the acquisition of Stable Finance, founded in 2023, signifying a strategic move towards addressing retail needs amid institutional expansions.

Crypto

Understanding the High Failure Rate of Crypto Airdrops and Potential Solutions

A deep dive into why 88% of crypto airdrops fail and insights on how to improve their success.

Finance

Entering the Mainstream: The Rise of Prediction Markets

Prediction markets are gaining traction, with insights from expert Mike Rychko indicating their potential for mainstream adoption as a decentralized finance tool.

Crypto News

New Wave of Crypto ETFs: Five Applications Filed Amid Government Shutdown

This week saw a surge in applications for crypto exchange-traded funds (ETFs) despite a government shutdown, featuring major filings from prominent financial firms.

Business

BlackRock's CEO Envisions a Transformative Era through Tokenization

Larry Fink, CEO of BlackRock, anticipates a significant transition towards the tokenization of traditional financial assets.

Cryptocurrencies

Experts Forecast Explosive Growth for Bitcoin and Digital Asset Treasuries by 2026

Industry leaders predict that Bitcoin and the broader cryptocurrency ecosystem will dominate the financial infrastructure in coming years.

Banking

Banks Consider Launching Stablecoin Tied to G7 Currencies

A coalition of major banks is investigating the potential of a stablecoin linked to significant global currencies, which could innovate the digital asset landscape.

Blockchain

SWIFT's Blockchain Ambitions: A Challenge to Ripple's Payment Dominance

An examination of how SWIFT's new blockchain initiative could impact Ripple's stronghold in the payments sector and the hurdles it faces in implementation.