An exchange-traded fund (ETF) proposal that follows Bitcoin returns generated outside traditional U.S. market trading hours has caused waves in the digital asset industry. Submitted to the Securities and Exchange Commission, this new investment product aims to capture Bitcoin’s after-hours performance – when institutional investors tend to remain passive while global retail traders drive market...
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Ethereum Network Witnesses 62% Decrease in Fees: Is its Price at Risk?
Over the past several weeks, Ethereum users are applauding a dramatic 62% decline in transaction fees on its network – something which traders are closely scrutinizing, fearing that diminished network activity might portend a weakening in demand. Being second in terms of market capitalization and as one of the leading cryptocurrencies by market capitalization means...
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Real Finance Awarded $29M to Establish Institutional Rails for Tokenized Assets
Real Finance, an emerging infrastructure developer for digital markets, recently raised an impressive $29 million investment to expand their institutional platform for tokenized assets – representing one of the most notable capital raises in RWA industry history. Led by several global venture firms and supported by major institutional investors alike, Real Finance’s successful fundraising round...
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Canton Network Tests Collateral Reuse with Tokenized US Treasuries on Blockchain Trial
Canton Network recently hosted a groundbreaking blockchain trial which successfully demonstrated collateral reuse using tokenized U.S. Treasurys – marking an important step in institutional finance’s evolution. The trial, comprised of global banks, asset managers and technology partners from around the world, examined whether tokenized government debt could move within a permissioned blockchain environment to support...
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US Bank Regulator Authorizes National Banks to Facilitate Crypto Transactions
As part of an unprecedented step to integrate digital assets into mainstream financial system, a prominent U.S. banking regulator has issued approval to national banks to facilitate cryptocurrency transactions – marking perhaps the clearest sign yet that crypto has become part of regulated infrastructure. The decision paves way for traditional banks to engage in activities...
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China’s $71 Billion Treasury Dump Reveals the Disconnect Between Bitcoin Narrative and Central Bank Reality
China’s reported sale of $71 billion of U.S. Treasury holdings over recent months has created considerable discussion in global financial circles–particularly among Bitcoin advocates. Many view China’s move as evidence of an imminent shift away from U.S. dollar dominance and symbolic “crack” in fiat power’s foundation; yet when stripped back of hyped rhetoric it highlights...
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Lummis Is Key Senator on Crypto Bill and Negotiating Complex Points with White House
As the United States moves toward developing an all-encompassing regulatory framework for digital assets, Senator Cynthia Lummis has become one of the key voices shaping future crypto policy. Widely known as “Crypto Senator” for her outspoken support for blockchain innovation, Lummis is currently engaged in intense negotiations with White House officials regarding key provisions of...
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Bitcoin’s “Self-Bribe” Code Allows People to Create Sobriety Wallets That Will Pay Their Enemies If They Break Promise
An experimental feature within the Bitcoin development community has caused great contention. Developers unveiled a “self-bribe” smart contract design which allows users to program wallets that pay out money if they break personal commitments, possibly including adversaries. Described as psychological incentive tools rather than traditional financial products, this idea has already been tested in early...
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BlackRock Files for Staked Ethereum ETF: Mark of Progress in Crypto Investing
BlackRock, the world’s largest asset management firm, recently made an important statement of institutional interest in cryptocurrency by filing for a Staked Ethereum Exchange-Traded Fund (ETF). This filing marks a key moment in the relationship between traditional finance and digital assets – including cryptocurrency – underscoring mainstream acceptance of them within mainstream portfolios. The proposed...
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SEC Chair Atkins Announces Shock $68T Tokenized Market Timeline, Placing Legacy Infrastructure in Danger
Gary Gensler, Chairman of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), recently made headlines for revealing an ambitious timeline for developing tokenized markets by 2030 – projecting that $68 trillion will have been tokenized assets by then! This startling forecast sent shockwaves through both financial and technological sectors alike; signaling a paradigm shift towards blockchain technology...
