Bitcoin (BTC) has been performing exceptionally well, surpassing traditional financial institutions with a market cap of around $841 billion. Despite regulatory crackdowns, Bitcoin continues to attract significant cash inflows, maintaining its dominance in the crypto market.Renowned crypto analyst PlanB predicts that Bitcoin could reach its all-time high (ATH) of $69k in the coming months. PlanB […]
XRP, the native cryptocurrency of Ripple, has experienced significant developments in 2023. The token has seen ups and downs, with a notable rally in July that pushed the price above $0.80. The future price of XRP is a topic of debate among analysts, with predictions ranging from an 800% rally to reaching $5.50.Positive sentiments are […]
The Zurich Cantonal Bank (ZKB) has announced its plans to eliminate various account and card fees starting in 2024. This move comes as a response to the ongoing digitization in the banking industry, where the cost of maintaining a regular account should be minimal. While these fees may only amount to around 50 Swiss francs […]
A recent report by the Swiss Financial Market Supervisory Authority (FINMA) has revealed that Credit Suisse’s parent bank had lower capitalization than expected, which had negative consequences for the bank during the crisis. The report highlights that the regulations for large banks, particularly the “Too big to fail” requirements, allowed the parent bank to maintain […]
The world’s largest asset manager, BlackRock, has filed an updated proposal for a spot Bitcoin exchange-traded fund (ETF) in the hopes of securing approval from the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The revised proposal includes cash creation and redemption mechanisms favored by the SEC, addressing concerns about investor safety and market manipulation.BlackRock is among several […]
Tether’s USDT stablecoin discount on centralized exchanges like Binance and Coinbase has reached its highest point in five months. This comes after Tether revealed its collaboration with US authorities, which has sparked criticism from the crypto community.According to data from Paris-based crypto data provider Kaiko, the discount on USDT is currently evident on major centralized […]
South Korea has exempted non-fungible tokens (NFTs) and central bank digital currencies (CBDCs) from the crypto interest mandate. The Financial Services Commission (FSC) has released a notification stating that investors in digital assets must receive interest when depositing their cash into an exchange by July 2024. The regulator has also classified virtual assets and established […]
The launch of the First Trust Bitcoin Buffer 30 ETF could have a significant impact on the cryptocurrency investment landscape. This unique ETF offers protection for investors by shielding them from the initial 30% loss in the underlying ETP. Unlike regular Bitcoin ETFs, the Butter ETF provides downside risk mitigation and caps potential gains. This […]
Goldman Sachs has expressed optimism about Ripple’s XRP, calling it the “opportunity of a lifetime.” Former Goldman Sachs executive Raoul Pal and attorney John Deaton believe that XRP has real-world utility and market resilience, making it a valuable investment. Despite the SEC’s lawsuit against Ripple, Pal and Deaton see the potential for XRP to capture […]
The year 2023 proved to be a challenging one for the banking industry, with several major banks facing downfall and collapsing in the US. However, amidst this turbulent environment, many bank managers successfully navigated through the storm.A notable story of the year was the divergent paths taken by Credit Suisse and UBS, two banks operating […]
