As an experienced financial analyst, I have witnessed firsthand the hesitance of financial advisors towards adopting spot Bitcoin ETFs. Despite the impressive success and investments attracted by these investment vehicles since their launch in early 2024, the vast majority of purchases originate from self-directed investors. Samara Cohen, BlackRock’s top investment officer for ETF and index … Read more
As a seasoned crypto investor with a few years of experience under my belt, I’ve grown accustomed to the ever-changing regulatory landscape in the digital asset space. However, this latest development out of Malaysia has left me with a mix of emotions. Malaysia’s tax authority achieved a significant victory in combating tax evasion through a … Read more
As a crypto investor with a background in geopolitics and experience in following the Venezuelan situation closely, I am deeply concerned about the latest developments regarding President Maduro’s government and their potential use of cryptocurrencies to evade international sanctions. The alleged activities of SUNACRIP, as reported by Chainalysis, raise serious red flags and indicate a … Read more
As a researcher with a background in financial markets and a personal experience of witnessing the devastating impact of Ponzi schemes on unsuspecting investors, I am deeply concerned about the recent investigation into the Highrich online group and the alleged crypto Ponzi scheme they are suspected of operating. The scale of the fraud is staggering, … Read more
As a researcher with a background in tax administration and digital currencies, I find the IRB Malaysia’s operation against crypto tax evasion to be an essential step towards enhancing overall tax compliance and revenue collection. The estimated value of cryptocurrency transactions in Malaysia this year is significant, making it crucial for regulatory bodies to ensure … Read more