Bitcoin (BTC) experienced heavy volatility on Sept. 19 following the Fed’s FOMC meeting but maintained its position above the $60,000 threshold. Fed chair Jerome Powell confirmed weeks of speculation by announcing a 50 basis point rate cut after four years of restrictive monetary policy. According to the press release: “The Committee has gained greater confidence …
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Eastern Asia has emerged as the sixth largest crypto economy globally, largely driven by institutional activity in South Korea and Hong Kong, according to a Sept. 18 report by Chainalysis. The region accounted for 8.9% of global value received between July 2023 and June 2024, totaling over $400 billion in on-chain value. Most of this …
WisdomTree launched an Ethereum-based platform for tokenized real-world assets (RWA) called WisdomTree Connect on Sept. 18. The platform’s goal is to allow customers to interact with any WisdomTree-issued token on different blockchains. WisdomTree Connect allows firms to access yield-generating products on-chain with blockchain-integrated recordkeeping. Firms will receive digital records of WisdomTree digital funds in their …
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Global accounting firm KPMG believes that strong custodial practices are key to boosting Bitcoin (BTC) adoption among institutions and businesses. According to its recent report titled “The Importance of Custodians in Bitcoin Adoption and Ownership,” custodians play a crucial role in safeguarding Bitcoin holdings and are vital for the industry’s growth. It added that custodians …
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Asset manager BlackRock sent a 9-page document to its clients on Sept. 18 that portrays Bitcoin (BTC) as a “unique diversifier” for portfolios. The document highlighted the characteristics that make Bitcoin distinct from traditional asset classes on any long-term basis and suggested a “modest allocation.” Although BTC moves with equities in the short term, as …
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MicroStrategy has increased its convertible debt offering to $875 million from $700 million to purchase more Bitcoin, according to a Sept. 18 statement. The Virginia-based company aims to raise these funds by selling convertible senior notes with an interest rate of 0.625% annually. These unsecured senior obligations will be available to institutional investors in a …
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Congressman French Hill has raised concerns over the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC)’s handling of digital asset regulations, criticizing Chairman Gary Gensler’s leadership for creating legal uncertainty and a politicized approach. The lawmaker highlighted his subcommittee’s legislative successes but expressed frustration with the SEC’s broad and unclear regulations, which he argued burden digital asset …
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The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has announced charges against decentralized finance (defi) platform Rari Capital and its co-founders for misleading investors and operating as unregistered brokers. The settlement involves penalties, injunctions, and bars against the individuals involved, with violations stemming from unregistered securities offerings and deceptive practices. SEC Charges Defi Platform Rari Capital …
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Over 40 leading private banking institutions have joined Project Agora, a Bank for International Settlements (BIS) initiative to integrate smart contracts to change the current payment flow standard. The objective is to design a system combining public and private money to enhance cross-border settlement processes. Project Agora Gains Support From Private Banking Giants Project Agora, …
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DBS Bank, Singapore’s largest bank, has announced plans to launch over-the-counter (OTC) crypto options trading and structured notes for institutional clients in Q4 2024. This new offering will allow institutional investors to gain exposure to bitcoin and ethereum, the two largest cryptocurrencies by market capitalization. The initiative aims to provide sophisticated tools for managing digital …
Solidus Ai Tech has announced a ground breaking partnership with SambaNova Systems, a leader in artificial intelligence hardware, to revolutionize AI capabilities in the Web 3.0 landscape. This collaboration promises to deliver unmatched AI inferencing and fine-tuning speeds, thanks to the integration of SambaNova’s cutting-edge RDU stacks, which will power Solidus Ai Tech’s AI marketplace …
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In a recent report, Blackrock, the largest digital asset manager, explores bitcoin’s role as a unique investment diversifier, highlighting its distinct risk and return factors compared to traditional assets. The financial institution’s report also discusses bitcoin’s growing appeal among institutional investors. Blackrock Report Sees Bitcoin as a Key Asset for Long-Term Portfolio Diversification Blackrock, the …
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On Wednesday, the U.S. Federal Reserve lowered its benchmark interest rate for the first time since March 2020. The Sept. 18, 2024 rate cut amounted to 50 basis points (bps), a notably bigger adjustment than many analysts anticipated. According to the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) press release, the central bank remains focused on reaching …
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According to Colin Butler, financial institutions that don’t embrace blockchain technology will lose their relevancy and competitive edge.
Pubkey, a Bitcoin bar in New York City, hosted the former US President and 2024 Republican nominee for a campaign stop on Sept. 18.
