As a researcher with a background in finance and political science, I find the growing influence of crypto super PACs in US elections quite intriguing. The $102 million they have raised so far is a significant amount that cannot be ignored. With major corporations like Coinbase and Ripple Labs leading the way, followed by venture … Read more
As an analyst with a background in finance and experience following the tech industry, I view Block’s decision to raise $1.5 billion through a private placement as a strategic move that could set the stage for aggressive expansion and value creation. The company’s strong Q1 performance and raised guidance for 2024 underscore its financial strength … Read more
As a researcher with experience in the field of central banking and digital currencies, I find Shaktikanta Das’ announcement about India’s intentions to create a central bank digital currency (CBDC) that can be accessed offline intriguing. This feature aims to address the challenges posed by internet connectivity in rural areas and other parts of the … Read more
As an experienced financial analyst, I believe that Matt Hougan’s perspective on the regulatory environment favoring Coinbase holds merit. The SEC’s recent actions against Robinhood Crypto and other crypto firms have inadvertently created a protective barrier for Coinbase, enabling it to maintain high margins and profitability in the short term. Matt Hougan, the Bitwise CIO, … Read more
As an experienced financial analyst following the cryptocurrency space closely, I share the concerns expressed by Jake Chervinsky and Rodrigo Silva-Herzog regarding the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission’s (SEC) recent surge in issuing Wells Notices to crypto firms. The SEC’s intense focus on this sector seems disproportionate, given the vast equity and debt markets that … Read more