Digital Assets Thrive in H1 2024, CME and Glassnode Report Finds

Digital assets showed significant growth in the first half of 2024, driven by increased institutional interest and the approval of spot bitcoin ETFs. According to a report from CME Group and Glassnode, these factors have cemented digital assets as a crucial asset class with unique opportunities and inherent risks. Institutional Interest Drives Digital Asset Growth … Read more

Binance CEO: Crypto Prices May Fluctuate but Fundamentals Are Strong

Binance CEO Richard Teng has highlighted the significant interest in bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies, noting that U.S.-listed bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) had attracted over $14.7 billion in net inflows over the past six months. Teng emphasized the industry’s robust long-term fundamentals and urged the community to stay focused and continue building despite market fluctuations. Binance’s … Read more

Singapore Exchange CEO Discusses Future of Crypto Listings

Singapore Exchange (SGX) CEO Loh Boon Chye has shared his insights on whether Singapore’s largest stock exchange will offer crypto-based listings. The executive emphasizes the need for a sustainable ecosystem, stating: “That really means demand, that really means governance, that really means structure.” Despite global trends and institutional pressure, Loh asserts that current conditions are … Read more

Blackrock’s IBIT Leads as Spot Bitcoin ETFs See $73M in Daily Net Inflow

Spot bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) trading in the United States experienced their fourth straight day of net inflows on Friday. Data from sosovalue.xyz shows $73.05 million was added during the trading sessions, with Blackrock’s IBIT leading the pack. Spot Bitcoin ETFs Enjoy Four-Day Inflow Streak On Friday, the 11 spot bitcoin ETFs saw $73.05 million … Read more

Blackrock’s Cohen Discusses Financial Advisors’ Cautious Approach to Spot Bitcoin ETFs

Blackrock’s chief investment officer of ETF and Index Investments discussed the cautious approach financial advisors take toward spot bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) due to price volatility and regulatory concerns. “Their job is really to construct portfolios and do the risk analysis and due diligence,” the executive stressed. “They’re doing that right now.” ‘This Journey That … Read more