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Blackrock CEO Larry Fink Declares Bitcoin an Asset Class, Rivaling Gold in Investment Potential
15.10.2024
Blackrock CEO Larry Fink has emphasized bitcoin’s growing legitimacy as an investment, calling it an alternative to commodities like gold. “We believe bitcoin is an asset class in itself,” said the CEO of the world’s largest asset manager. Fink downplayed regulatory changes...
JPMorgan Analysts Predict Bitcoin Gains in Q4 as ‘Uptober’ Trend Takes Hold
8.10.2024
JPMorgan analysts are showing optimism as bitcoin exhibits strong upward trends moving into the fourth quarter. They highlighted October’s historically positive returns for the cryptocurrency and suggested this trend could persist. “We continue to see the crypto ecosystem being...
Crypto investment products see $147M outflows after 3-week inflow streak
7.10.2024
The outflows from crypto investment products in the last week followed a series of inflows totaling nearly $2 billion in the previous three weeks
Blackrock’s Head of Crypto Sees Bitcoin as ‘Risk Off’ Asset Despite Stock Correlation
25.9.2024
Blackrock’s digital asset chief sees bitcoin as a “risk-off” asset even though it has shown a pattern aligned with U.S. stocks. He drew parallels between bitcoin and gold, pointing to its decentralized structure and limited supply as crucial factors setting it apart....
Blackrock’s Ishares Bitcoin Options Get the SEC Green Light
20.9.2024
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has granted approval for the listing and trading of options on the Ishares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT), a product by Blackrock. This decision introduces a new financial instrument aimed at providing investors with the ability to hedge and manage risk...
Wealth advisers adopting BTC ETFs faster than any in history: Bitwise CIO
9.9.2024
The CIO rebutted a more bearish take by investment researcher Jim Bianco, who noted that 85% of Bitcoin ETF uptake “is NOT from tradfi institutions.”
Wealth advisers adopting BTC ETFs faster than any in history: Bitwise CIO
9.9.2024
The CIO rebutted a more bearish take by investment researcher Jim Bianco, who noted that 85% of Bitcoin ETF uptake “is NOT from tradfi institutions.”
BlackRock's Bitcoin ETF registers second-ever outflow of $13.5M
30.8.2024
BlackRock’s Bitcoin ETF has faced its second-ever day of outflows as the price of Bitcoin dipped below $59,000
BlackRock’s iShares Ethereum Trust approaches $1B in net inflows — Morningstar
21.8.2024
ETHA will be the first Ether exchange-traded fund to crest the $1 billion mark
BlackRock’s iShares Ethereum Trust approaches $1B in net inflows — Morningstar
21.8.2024
ETHA will be the first Ether exchange-traded fund to crest the $1-billion mark
Goldman Sachs Discloses $418 Million Bitcoin ETF Holdings
16.8.2024
Global investment bank Goldman Sachs has reported holdings of $418 million in spot bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) in the second quarter. Its biggest position is a $238 million stake in Blackrock’s Ishares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT). In contrast, Morgan Stanley reduced its bitcoin ETF holdings....
Vanguard’s New CEO Reaffirms No Crypto ETFs in Future Strategy
15.8.2024
Vanguard’s new CEO, Salim Ramji, reaffirms the company’s cautious stance on crypto exchange-traded funds (ETFs), emphasizing innovation and client-focused strategies while rejecting the launch of a crypto ETF. Ramji, a former Blackrock executive, highlights Vanguard’s strengths...
Former SEC Official Urges 15,000 Morgan Stanley Advisors to ‘Say No’ to Bitcoin ETFs, Citing ‘Mammoth Risk’
9.8.2024
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission’s former head of internet enforcement, John Reed Stark, has raised concerns about Morgan Stanley’s 15,000 financial advisors promoting cryptocurrency investments, citing risks to retail investors and potential career consequences for advisors....
BlackRock's spot Ether ETF amasses nearly $900M since launch
7.8.2024
BlackRock’s iShares Ethereum Trust, known also as ETHA, has almost hit $900 million in total inflows after just 11 trading days
iShares BTC ETF investors weather major price drop with zero flows
6.8.2024
The Bitcoin ETF from iShares saw a rough entry into the week with the asset down by 14% yet, according to market analysis — no one budged
Morgan Stanley’s 15,000 Financial Advisors Can Start Pitching Bitcoin ETFs to Clients Next Week: Report
3.8.2024
Morgan Stanley is set to offer spot bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) to select clients through its 15,000 financial advisors starting next week. This marks a significant first for a major Wall Street bank. Advisors can pitch Blackrock’s Ishares Bitcoin Trust and Fidelity’s Wise...
Blackrock Warns of Rising Crypto Investment Scams
30.7.2024
Blackrock, the world’s largest asset manager with $10.5 trillion in assets under management, has warned about cryptocurrency scams. The firm urged caution when dealing with individuals, websites, or social media platforms using its brand to offer training or investments. Blackrock noted...
BlackRock imposters target crypto ETF investors
29.7.2024
BlackRock warns investors about a rise in crypto scams targeting its iShares Bitcoin and Ether ETFs, urging caution against social media impersonators
Direct client demand driving growth in BlackRock's Bitcoin ETF so far
25.7.2024
BlackRock head of digital assets Robert Mitchnick talked ETFs with Bloomberg’s James Seyffart at Bitcoin 2024
Spot Ethereum ETFs debut with over $1B in trading volume
24.7.2024
Bloomberg ETF analyst Eric Balchunas said the $625 million in trading volume excluding Grayscale’s ETHE was “healthy” and expects a “sizeable chunk” of that sum will convert to inflows