Digital Asset
GSR Markets President on Bitcoin's Role in Geopolitical Conflicts
Bitcoin (BTC) has gained this week on the heels of increased optimism about the potential approval of multiple spot bitcoin ETFs. GSR Markets co-founder and President Rich Rosenblum discusses his crypto markets analysis and outlook, sharing insights into the impact of escalating geopolitical tensions and increased regulation on the digital asset space.
Standard Chartered-Backed Zodia Custody Now Available in Singapore
The development marks a rare marriage in the region of a traditional financial institution and a digital asset firm.
Mainstream Search Interest in Crypto at Lowest in Three Years: Google Trends Data
Google Trends' values for the worldwide search query "cryptocurrency" over the past 10 years declined this week, seeing its lowest level in roughly three years. This implies dwindling general interest in digital assets. CoinDesk's Jennifer Sanasie presents "The Chart of the Day."
Several Top DeFi Assets Moved Higher This Week Despite Pullback Across Broader Market: CMI Data
CoinDesk Market Index data reveals the broad market index moved lower this week, as only 25 of 183 assets returned positively, with 52 outperforming bitcoin. This comes as several top DeFi assets have moved higher during the same time period, despite the pullback across the broad market. CoinDesk's Jennifer Sanasie presents "The Chart of the Day."
Lawmakers Meet This Week to Discuss Digital Asset Legislation
U.S. lawmakers are scheduled to meet tomorrow and Thursday to markup bills regarding digital assets. CoinDesk Global Policy & Regulation Managing Editor Nikhilesh De discusses the latest in the world of crypto regulation.
Congressman Torres Calls for Investigation Into SEC Over its Approach to Crypto
Rep. Torres (D-N.Y.) addressed one letter to the SEC's Inspector General Deborah Jeffrey and another to the Government Accountability Office's Comptroller General Gene Dodaro.
Fintech Firm Digital Asset Announces Launch of Global Blockchain Network With Deloitte, Goldman Sachs
Financial technology company Digital Asset will start a privacy-enabled interoperable blockchain network designed to provide a decentralized infrastructure for institutional clients. Participants of the Canton Network include BNP Paribas (BNP), Deloitte, Cboe Global Markets (CBOE), Goldman Sachs (GS), and Microsoft (MSFT), among many others. "The Hash" panel discusses what this means for the future of enterprise blockchain tech and institutional finance.
Digital Asset Will Start Global Blockchain Network With Deloitte, Goldman Sachs and Others
Other participants of the network include BNP Paribas, Cboe Global Markets and Microsoft.
U.S. SEC Changes Its Mind on Officially Labeling Digital Assets
The Securities and Exchange Commission was about to define “digital asset” but deleted it in the final version of a rule, reversing a move that might have started formalizing crypto’s role.
Bitcoin Should Be Central to Regulation of Digital Assets
U.S. lawmakers should recognize the unique qualities of Bitcoin as they set out market structure for the crypto economy, says John Rizzo.
