Web3 Markets in Infancy, Viewed as ‘Lottery’ by Investors, Says Finance Veteran

Web3 markets remain in their early stages, with many participants viewing them as a “lottery,” according to Artur Guliński, co-founder of Orbitt. This trend is particularly evident in blockchain ecosystems where meme tokens hold significant influence, Guliński, a market dynamics and behavior focused trader, observes. According to the co-founder, these features are what currently distinguish … Read more

Experts: Defi Thrives Where Banks Falter, Fragmentation a Hurdle

The rise of decentralized finance is particularly strong in regions with weak banking systems, such as Sub-Saharan Africa, Latin America, and Eastern Europe. Experts believe this is because defi offers financial tools and services traditionally unavailable to people in these areas. Experts point to the user-friendliness and security of defi compared to traditional financial institutions … Read more

Crypto Teams May Exit Space Due to Ethereum Security Classification, Amina Bank Report Suggests

The classification of ethereum as a security poses not only risks to the entire crypto market, but it could also likely lead to many crypto teams exiting the space. This designation might hinder progress and potentially reverse years of advancements in the cryptocurrency market. The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission has likely delayed its decision … Read more

Study: Q1 Spot-Traded Volumes of Top 10 Exchanges Nearly Double to $4.29 Trillion

In the first quarter of 2024, spot trading volumes of the top ten centralized exchanges (cex) topped $4.29 trillion, a 95.3% increase from the previous quarter. Despite facing legal challenges Binance remained the largest cex platform with a market share of 50%. The top crypto asset manager Grayscale’s converted GBTC exchange-traded fund (ETF) was the … Read more

Grayscale Investments Submits Revised Application for Spot Ethereum ETF

Grayscale Investments’ Chief Legal Officer announced that the firm has submitted a revised Form 19b-4 for spot Ether exchange-traded funds. The officer, Craig Salm, stated that investors are seeking access to ethereum via a spot Ethereum ETF. Listing on the NYSE Grayscale Investments, a digital asset management firm, recently submitted an amended Form 19b-4 filing … Read more

Crypto Industry Players in Hong Kong Call for Swift Approval of Bitcoin ETFs

Authorities in Hong Kong have been urged to approve spot bitcoin exchange-traded funds in order to cement the region’s position as the financial hub of Asia. Industry participants believe that launching this ahead of the U.S. will enhance Hong Kong’s status in the global cryptocurrency market. Approving Spot Ethereum ETFs Ahead the U.S. Players in … Read more

Wyoming Gov. Mark Gordon Signs Legislation Recognizing DAOs

The Wyoming governor, Mark Gordon, recently signed into law a bill that establishes a legal framework for regulating decentralized autonomous organizations under existing financial laws. The enactment of this law is also viewed as an effort to attract blockchain firms to Wyoming. New Law Reinforces Wyoming Crypto-Friendly Reputation Mark Gordon, the Republican governor of Wyoming, … Read more

Chia Network Files for IPO With the SEC, Eyes Public Listing

On Friday, Chia Network Inc. announced that it had submitted a draft registration statement on Form S-1 to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), requesting an initial public offering (IPO). The blockchain network company, founded by Bittorrent creator Bram Cohen, will initiate the IPO after the U.S. securities regulator approves the filing. Bittorrent Creator’s … Read more

Silvergate Bank Announces Voluntary Liquidation as Crypto Industry Woes Persist

At 4:30 p.m. Eastern Time, Silvergate Bank announced its intention to wind down the crypto-friendly bank’s operations and voluntarily liquidate the company’s assets. The news follows significant financial troubles the bank faced, and the firm’s stock plummeted in value. Details of Silvergate’s Wind Down and Liquidation Plan Over the last six months, Silvergate Capital Corporation’s … Read more