FalconX to acquire ETF manager 21Shares: WSJ

Key Takeaways FalconX, a crypto prime brokerage, is acquiring 21Shares, an issuer of crypto-focused exchange-traded products. The acquisition enables FalconX to gain ETF management capabilities, signaling further consolidation in the digital assets sector. Share this article FalconX, a digital assets prime brokerage providing market making and liquidity services to institutional clients, is acquiring 21Shares, an…

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Fed Governor Signals New Era

Trusted Editorial content, reviewed by leading industry experts and seasoned editors. Ad Disclosure A Federal Reserve (Fed) Governor has declared the start of a new chapter for the agency’s posture on crypto and shared their goal to actively participate in the “tech-driven revolution” of the payments system. Crypto, DeFi ‘Woven’ Into The Payment Systems On…

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BlackRock acquires $211M worth of Bitcoin

Key Takeaways BlackRock purchased $211 million worth of Bitcoin on behalf of its clients, highlighting continued institutional demand for crypto assets. With over 800,000 BTC under management via its spot Bitcoin ETF, BlackRock commands significant influence in the crypto ETF market. Share this article BlackRock, the world’s largest asset manager, acquired $211 million worth of…

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Polygon’s Nailwal Bashes the Ethereum Community, Buterin Steps In With Surprising Praise

“Ethereum Elite” is under fire because of concentrated control, perceived underpayment of top contributors, and governance issues highlighted by a core dev’s revelations. Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin stepped in following public remarks from Polygon co-founder Sandeep Nailwal, as he attempted to provide an acknowledgment of both the project and its leadership. Nailwal expressed frustration…

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Forget Bitcoin’s Halving — The ‘Business Cycle’ Is The Real Market Killer: Analyst

Trusted Editorial content, reviewed by leading industry experts and seasoned editors. Ad Disclosure Bitcoin jumped about 4% in the past 24 hours, trading near $110,000. Short-term players are watching a break above $112,200 for signs of renewed strength, while long-term holders still sit largely in profit. Reports have disclosed that easing US–China tensions may help…

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Tether’s USDT Stablecoin Reaches 500 Million Users

US dollar-pegged stablecoin Tether hit its 500 millionth user on Tuesday, according to its CEO Paolo Ardoino, offering a means to transact and save for those who have been excluded by the traditional banking system. “Likely the biggest financial inclusion achievement in history,” Ardoino wrote in a post on X. Source: Paolo Ardoino Tether said…

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