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Coindesk
3 weeks ago
Cryptocurrency

There Are Many Bitcoin Critics Left in Finance, Despite BlackRock's Newfound Love

Many mid-sized asset managers in traditional finance remain skeptical about bitcoin, despite endorsements from industry leaders like BlackRock. [ more ]
Coindesk
3 months ago
Cryptocurrency

Bitcoin To Reach $70K By Year End: Markus Thielen

Markus Thielen of 10X Research predicts that bitcoin will reach $70,000 by the end of 2024.
Thielen cites the macro environment, monetary tailwinds, and increasing demand from traditional finance (TradFi) investors as factors supporting the bitcoin rally. [ more ]
Coindesk
4 months ago
Cryptocurrency

Bitcoin ETFs Stir Optimism, Ambivalence and Dread Among Crypto's Staunchest Supporters

The approval of bitcoin spot ETFs is viewed as a positive development for the industry.
There is concern that the alignment with traditional finance threatens the decentralization of crypto. [ more ]
Coindesk
4 months ago
Cryptocurrency

VanEck to Donate 5% of BTC ETF Profits to Bitcoin Core Developers

VanEck plans to donate 5% of profits from its prospective Bitcoin ETF to Bitcoin developers Brink.
The approval of spot Bitcoin ETFs in the U.S. is expected to increase investment in cryptocurrency from traditional finance.
VanEck's pledge to support Bitcoin developers demonstrates their long-term commitment to the Bitcoin ecosystem. [ more ]
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Coindesk
1 week ago
Cryptocurrency

TradFi Veterans Pitch Tokenized Asset Marketplace With Eyes on U.S. Regulatory Approval

Ironlight aims to create an SEC-supervised marketplace for tokenized real-world assets [ more ]
Bitcoin Magazine - Bitcoin News, Articles and Expert Insights
1 week ago
Cryptocurrency

Second Largest European Bank is Buying Bitcoin ETF: 13F SEC Fillings

BNP Paribas purchased exposure to Bitcoin via a spot ETF, indicating growing acceptance among traditional finance players. [ more ]
Coindesk
1 month ago
Cryptocurrency

Defending Goldman Sachs' Latest Crypto Criticism

Public crypto skepticism faced from traditional finance experts.
Understanding opposing views strengthens crypto advocacy. [ more ]
Coindesk
2 months ago
Cryptocurrency

As Tokenization Takes off, Look to DAOs

Crypto and TradFi asset management are converging.
Decentralized autonomous organizations (DAOs) face unique challenges in managing assets on-chain. [ more ]
Bitcoin Magazine - Bitcoin News, Articles and Expert Insights
3 months ago
Cryptocurrency

Bitcoin ETF: A Decade Of Struggle For Legitimacy

The SEC approved 11 Bitcoin spot ETFs, leading to a surge of global investors and marking the crossover between traditional finance and digital assets.
The approval of the Bitcoin ETF is a milestone for the crypto industry, but some early crypto investors still have reservations. [ more ]
Bitcoin Magazine - Bitcoin News, Articles and Expert Insights
3 months ago
Cryptocurrency

Bitcoin ETF Inflows In Context

The Bitcoin spot ETF launch saw significant trading volume and remained relatively strong compared to other product launches.
The transparency of flows in the Bitcoin market is lacking, with delays in reporting and incomplete data from traditional finance (TradFi).
Bitcoiners are turning to on-chain data to supplement the slow and incomplete TradFi data. [ more ]
Coindesk
1 month ago
Women in technology

Cultivating Diversity, Inclusion and Humanity in the Crypto Community

The crypto industry faces gender representation challenges similar to traditional finance.
Efforts are needed to ensure diversity and inclusion in the crypto community. [ more ]
Entrepreneur
4 months ago
Cryptocurrency

Bitcoin ETF: Wall Street's crypto craze | Entrepreneur

Bitcoin Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs) are bridging the gap between cryptocurrency and traditional finance, making it easier for investors to own and manage Bitcoin.
The debut of spot Bitcoin ETFs on January 11th, 2024, sent Bitcoin's price soaring and has long-term implications for Bitcoin and traditional finance. [ more ]
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