Remember the Chainlink hype? The promises of revolutionizing data feeds? The chilling effect on innovation from the torturous uncertainty created by this promise for XRP-type gains that never actually happened. We all experienced that twinge of despair, that wistful ache of “maybe.” While some investors are still chasing those elusive...
The crypto ecosystem is a fast-moving, quickly-evolving space, where everyone is looking for the next big thing. Mature projects such as Chainlink (LINK) have taken up much of the focus. At the same time, other bullish investors are turning their attention to newer, up-and-coming projects like Mutuum Finance (MUTM). This...
Mutuum Finance (MUTM) is quickly taking the decentralized finance (DeFi) realm by storm. Such is the case for Shibarium, which is grabbing massive investor interest thanks to its innovative platform and promising tokenomics. Additionally, the platform just passed a comprehensive smart contract audit by CertiK, a leading blockchain security company....
As of this writing the world of crypto ETFs is rapidly changing. Most notably, talk of the eventual approval of a Tron (TRX) ETF that provides staking rewards has created a massive buzz. This use of the crypto world’s most innovative financial product holds exciting, simplified access to the bigger...
Just this week, TRON founder Justin Sun put that speculation to bed when he announced plans for a TRX spot exchange-traded fund (ETF). This decision has sparked enthusiasm throughout the crypto landscape. Indeed, it’s worth mentioning that the TRX token earlier this week overtook Cardano’s ADA token to become the...
Let’s not kid ourselves, the crypto space is intimidating, confusing and yes, even scary sometimes. It seems like every other day there’s a new coin, a new hack, or a new regulatory scare. You understand the promise and you’ve read those articles on early adopters cashing in on windfalls. The...
We know that the world of cryptocurrency can be confusing and overwhelming, particularly for those just entering the ecosystem. Ideas such as staking, validators, and blockchain protocols generally make that introduction more intimidating. With the introduction of groundbreaking financial products such as the SOLQ ETF, you too can explore the...
The Alabama House Ways and Means General Fund Committee has delayed the vote on HB482. This bill would authorize the State Treasurer to invest in various digital assets, including cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin and Ethereum. Rep. Mike Shaw, R-Hoover, the bill’s sponsor, introduced HB482. This bill is one of three in...
Figment, one of the industry’s largest staking providers, provides the infrastructure for 3iQ’s SOLQ ETF. This recently launched exchange-traded fund (ETF) provides an easy way for investors to earn Solana staking rewards. Figment does out offering of mission-aligned, dedicated infrastructure and expertise. This backing enables 3iQ to provide a trusted...
The Canadian Securities Administrators (CSA) are working towards regulatory certainty for crypto-themed investment funds. Their benevolent intervention may, accidentally, provide a death knell to the blossoming fintech ecosystem on the continent. It’s time to discuss if a one-size-fits-all regulatory approach really does serve the best interests of the global financial...
Since then, Paul Atkins has taken the reins at the SEC, which represents a dramatically different leadership as well. If successful, this change would be a tectonic shift for Bitcoin’s future. Forget the typical bureaucratic relabeling – this is an actual paradigm shift in thinking. He is a pro-crypto advocate....
Bitcoin’s blasting off like a SpaceX rocket, Ethereum sputtering on the launchpad. And when we look out, we see the headlines, the charts, the breathless pronouncements of a new bull run. But wait before you envision Lambos lining the streets in front of mud huts, let’s discuss what all this...
The hype was real. When Trump first indicated a pro-crypto position (most notably with the Strategic Bitcoin Reserve plan that sent Bitcoin’s value skyrocketing). The reality? That’s a huge disappointment, particularly to Africa’s rapidly growing fintech market. In the process, the often-forgotten continent is again, er, forgotten. We were sold...
Southeast Asia was buzzing. You could feel it. The busy streets of Jakarta are clamorous with activity. In stark contrast, Singapore’s tech scene is abuzz with the latest wave of hopeful optimism. Bitcoin. This initiative is not only about profit. We seek financial inclusion to unshackle from the longstanding gatekeepers...
Upexi’s recent $100 million investment into Solana is causing a stir both in the crypto and traditional finance communities. This smart move isn’t just about the headlines. In the big picture, it would be another signal—like Fidelity’s announcement—that cryptocurrency is going more mainstream and gradually being incorporated into corporate finance....
Upexi, a diversified conglomerate known for its astute agility in the consumer product space, is taking a deep dive into the metaverse. They are doing a $100 million private placement, with most of that investment going directly into Solana (SOL). My initial reaction? Mostly an eye-rolling combination of yay and,...
On Monday, Bitcoin surged above the $88,000 mark, reaching its highest price since late March. That spike was with the U.S. dollar declined precipitously and political uncertainty over the Federal Reserve increased. The crypto then went on to trade close to $86,800 afterwards, an impressive jump. This sudden price move...
The headlines scream: Bitcoin soars to $88,000! Trump rattles the Fed! Safe haven! Before you sell your home and jump into the crypto deep end, hold on just a second. The label “safe haven” is sticking to Bitcoin like it’s 2017 again, but deserves a reality check. This last point...