Kraken’s CF Benchmarks hits 50% dominance on crypto ETF market

As an experienced financial analyst with a background in the crypto market, I find Kraken’s CF Benchmarks’ dominance in the crypto ETF market quite impressive. With over $24 billion worth of assets under management, representing nearly half of the crypto benchmarking market, they have undeniably capitalized on this year’s surge in demand for Bitcoin ETFs. … Read more

Bitcoin (BTC) still hanging onto support – will it hold?

As an experienced analyst, I’ve seen my fair share of market volatility in the cryptocurrency space. The recent downward trend in bitcoin (BTC) prices, which dipped as low as $56,500, was no exception. The sell-off from Spot Bitcoin ETFs was a significant blow, with net sell-offs totaling over $600 million within a few days. The … Read more

US Senators cite security concerns over Iran’s crypto mining sector

As an analyst with a background in geopolitics and finance, I find the ongoing controversy surrounding Iran’s cryptocurrency mining sector a complex issue that raises significant national security concerns. The allegations made by Senators Elizabeth Warren and Angus King, urging the Biden administration to investigate potential ties between the Iranian government and local crypto miners, … Read more

Aave community to review small-cap stablecoins on Aave V2

As an experienced analyst, I believe that this proposed removal of less-used stablecoins like USDP and GUSD from Aave V2 is a necessary step for the platform’s stability and security. Based on my understanding of the situation, it is clear that these stablecoins have limited liquidity, making them susceptible to price manipulation and other harmful … Read more

Former FTX executive Ryan Salame forfeits $5.9m Bahamas mansion

As a researcher with a background in real estate and finance, I find the case of Ryan Salame’s Bahamian property transfer intriguing. The details of the plea agreement and the implications for FTX Digital Markets and the debtors involved are significant. Ryan Salame, who previously held the position of co-CEO at FTX Digital Markets, has … Read more