BlackRock Files Amended S-1 for iShares Ethereum Trust ETF

As a researcher with a background in financial markets and cryptocurrencies, I’m excited about this recent development in the world of Ethereum and exchange-traded funds (ETFs). BlackRock’s decision to file an amended S-1 registration statement for its proposed Ethereum fund is a clear sign that institutional investors are increasingly interested in cryptocurrencies, particularly Ethereum. BlackRock, … Read more

U.S. Treasury Highlights Risks of NFTs for Illicit Finance

As an analyst with a background in financial crime and blockchain technology, I find the U.S. Treasury Department’s assessment of the risks associated with investing in non-fungible tokens (NFTs) both insightful and concerning. Based on my experience and knowledge of the industry, I share the Treasury’s view that NFTs, which are immutable digital assets recorded … Read more

Stablecoin Market Capitalization Reaches $161B in May 2024

As a researcher with a background in the cryptocurrency and stablecoin market, I find the recent data on the stablecoin market capitalization and dominance intriguing. The fact that stablecoins reached an all-time high of $161 billion in May 2024 is impressive, but the decrease in market dominance to 6.07% is noteworthy. As a researcher studying … Read more

CME Abandons Solana Futures Plans Amid Network Criticism

As an analyst with a background in blockchain technology and experience in analyzing digital assets, I believe that the recent news regarding CME not launching a Solana futures fund should be taken as a positive sign for the Solana ecosystem. The rumors surrounding this possibility had created uncertainty in the market, and their debunking indicates … Read more

Peter Brandt Weighs In On Bitcoin’s Supremacy Over Gold

As a seasoned crypto investor with experience in following market trends and analyzing chart patterns, I agree with Peter Brandt’s assessment of Bitcoin’s performance relative to gold. While it’s true that Bitcoin has shown impressive gains recently, reaching prices above $67,000, the fact remains that it hasn’t surpassed its 2021 highs when adjusted for inflation … Read more