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Deribit, Bitget CEOs debate how decentralized and centralized exchanges can coexist

The article discusses the merging of traditional finance and crypto, highlighting DEX growth, regulatory challenges, and the coexistence of centralized and decentralized exchanges.

theblock.co • 20/12/2024 - 17:27 PM

The Daily: Ray Dalio recommends bitcoin amid rising debt levels, MicroStrategy eyes Nasdaq 100 inclusion and more

Ray Dalio endorses bitcoin and gold as hard money, while analysts predict MicroStrategy's Nasdaq 100 inclusion. Citi highlights stablecoins' role in reinforcing the U.S. dollar.

theblock.co • 11/12/2024 - 18:49 PM

Schuman Financial debuts EURØP, a MiCA-compliant euro stablecoin

Schuman Financial has launched a MiCA-compliant euro stablecoin EURØP. The launch comes securing a $7.36 million seed round led by RockawayX, Kraken Ventures and Nexo Ventures.

theblock.co • 26/11/2024 - 09:25 AM

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Charles Schwab seeks direct crypto investment offerings upon regulatory changes: Bloomberg

Charles Schwab plans to offer clients direct crypto investments when regulations make it easier to do so, its incoming CEO told Bloomberg on Thursday. The decision coincides with the rapid growth of crypto financial products in the U.S. and the prolonged market rally sparked by Donald Trump’s election victory.

theblock.co • 22/11/2024 - 03:06 AM

Goldman Sachs to spinout digital assets business within 12-18 months: Bloomberg

The new company would allow large financial firms to create, trade and settle financial instruments via blockchain. Goldman Sachs launched a crypto desk in 2021 and launched its Digital Asset Platform a year later.

theblock.co • 18/11/2024 - 16:21 PM

JPMorgan eyes six potential crypto market changes under Trump

Following the U.S. election, JPMorgan analysts predict significant changes in crypto regulations and market dynamics under Trump and a Republican Congress, impacting legislation, bank involvement, and investment opportunities.

theblock.co • 15/11/2024 - 13:16 PM

BlackRock's tokenized fund BUIDL expanding to Aptos, Arbitrum, Avalanche, Optimism and Polygon

BlackRock's BUIDL fund is expanding to multiple blockchains, enhancing access and efficiency for investors in the growing market of tokenized government securities.

theblock.co • 13/11/2024 - 14:58 PM

Bitcoin to benefit from Trump presidency and MicroStrategy's plan: JPMorgan

JPMorgan analysts predict gold and bitcoin will perform well post-Trump's presidency due to the debasement trade, driven by tariffs, geopolitical tensions, and increased central bank purchases.

theblock.co • 07/11/2024 - 09:46 AM

Standard Chartered-backed Zodia Custody in talks to raise $50 million: Bloomberg

Zodia Custody plans to raise $50 million for geographic expansion and product development, following a previous $36 million funding round led by SBI Holdings.

theblock.co • 04/11/2024 - 14:29 PM

JPMorgan eyes 'additional upside for bitcoin and gold prices in a Trump win scenario'

JPMorgan analysts predict Donald Trump's potential victory may boost bitcoin momentum, driven by retail investors engaging in the 'debasement trade' amid significant ETF inflows.

theblock.co • 31/10/2024 - 10:45 AM

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