With their new measures, Canada has taken a strong stance in the cryptocurrency industry. It was the first to launch Solana (SOL) spot exchange-traded funds (ETFs) with staking capabilities. Today, the Ontario Securities Commission (OSC) approved the move. As a result, retail and institutional investors alike can enjoy Solana’s robust...
Canada’s financial regulators are increasing scrutiny of crypto mutual funds. These amendments are intended to shore up investor protections and foster stability in the quickly changing landscape inherent in the world of digital assets. Our friend Jason, a blogger at BlockchainShock, breaks down what these new regulations mean for Canadian...
The cryptocurrency investment landscape is rapidly changing—with fresh opportunities and groundbreaking products hitting the market on a daily basis. Canadian investors looking to invest in Solana (SOL) have a new way to do so. Purpose Investments recently released the Solana ETF (SOLL), creating a simple and regulated pathway to stake...
The approval of spot Solana (SOL) exchange-traded funds (ETFs) comes from Canada. Importantly, these new ETFs will partly rely on staking rewards, as disclosed by Bloomberg senior ETF analyst Eric Balchunas in an April 14 tweet. Unlike other blockchain ETFs, these ETFs will directly hold SOL tokens. This new method...
The United States Senate recently convened a hearing on the growing universe of cryptocurrency. In doing so, they highlighted the desperate need for regulation in this emerging frontier. Here are some of the most important highlights that emerged through the conversations. They each noted the challenges, opportunities, and possible future...
The market of cryptocurrency day trading is a whirlwind, chaotic and always on the move. Quick reflexes, and even quicker algorithms. Thanks to new, advanced AI tools such as ChatGPT and Grok, traders are experiencing the most powerful insight and automation they’ve ever seen. Kwame Nkosi, a blockchain commentator, balances...
The cryptocurrency market is a bigger, hotter and noisier world right now. As per CoinMarketCap data, its aggregate market value has skyrocketed to around $3.67 trillion. Much of this increase is driven by optimism on policy shifts and significant spot ETF inflows. Bitcoin, the largest cryptocurrency, has jumped close to...
Bitcoin just recently passed $113,000, sending shockwaves of enthusiasm and speculation throughout the cryptocurrency world. Kwame Nkosi, a veteran blockchain geopolitical analyst, explains the essential drivers behind this crazy rally. He shines a light on risks on the horizon that every investor should be keeping an eye on. As BlockchainShock.com...
Last week’s dramatic plunge in the cryptocurrency market saw more than $543 million in positions liquidated. More than enough to underscore the serious risks associated with crypto trading, this event marks the … It’s particularly treacherous when you throw in market volatility, margin trading, and psychological drivers such as fear...
Qubetics has featured widely on the crypto news circuit of late…thanks to a jaw-dropping 950% pump. For those new to the cryptocurrency scene, understanding what Qubetics is, its potential, and its risks is crucial before considering any investment. BlockchainShock is committed to teaching neophytes the fundamental concepts of Qubetics. Here,...
Ethereum (ETH) has been on an incredible run lately, sending positive breakout signals in all directions and gaining the interest of investors and analysts across the board. Ethereum had an exceptional week, as ETH price surged by 36% in the last seven days. Just over the past month, it has...
The cryptomarket is red hot at the moment. Bitcoin is smashing through all-time highs and new altcoins such as XRP are experiencing huge bullish moves! Well-known crypto researcher Eleanor Brooks wrote this piece to understand why we’ve been experiencing a crypto rally as of late. Join her as she explores...