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US Treasury ‘Very Attentive’ to Russia’s Use of Cryptocurrency, Yellen Says
15.7.2024
U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen has addressed concerns about Russia using cryptocurrency to evade sanctions. During her testimony before the House Financial Services Committee, Yellen acknowledged the potential threat, noting that while it may not be a significant issue now, it could become...
Abra Acquires Valkyrie’s Tron and Zilliqa Trusts
13.7.2024
According to a recent report, the cryptocurrency company Abra has acquired a collection of digital currency trusts from Valkyrie Investments. The transaction, which includes Valkyrie’s Tron and Zilliqa trusts, was reportedly concluded before Abra reached a settlement with state regulators. Valkyrie...
MakerDAO's $1B Tokenized Treasury Investment Plan Draws Interest from BlackRock's BUIDL, Ondo, Superstate
12.7.2024
MakerDAO's competition to allocate funds will open next month, and would give a big boost for the $1.8 billion tokenized real-world asset space
BlackRock tokenized treasury fund BUIDL reaches $500M
9.7.2024
BlackRock has hit the milestone less than four months after the launch of BUIDL in April
BlackRock's BUIDL Fund Tops $500M as Tokenized Treasury Market Soars
8.7.2024
The overall market of tokenized U.S. Treasury products has reached $1.8 billion, up from $780 million in January, rwa.xyz data shows
Metaplanet Announces Bitcoin Purchases Totaling Nearly $2.5 Million
8.7.2024
Metaplanet, a Tokyo-listed public company, has disclosed it has completed bitcoin purchases amounting to 400 million yen (almost $2.5 million). The company, which vowed to use bitcoin as a strategic reserve asset to navigate the uncertainties of the Japanese economy and the devaluation of the...
Longest Yield Curve Inversion in US History Continues Past 2-Year Mark
8.7.2024
The 10-2 Year Treasury Yield Spread (I:102YTYS) has been inverted since July 7, 2022, marking the longest period of inversion in U.S. history at over two years, surpassing the previous record of 624 days set in 1978. An inverted yield curve occurs when short-term bonds yield more than their...
Japanese public firm Metaplanet buys another $2.5M of Bitcoin
8.7.2024
After completing the latest purchase, Metaplanet holds 203,734 BTC bought at an average price of around $62,000 per coin
German MP urges government to stop ‘hasty’ Bitcoin sell-off
5.7.2024
German MP Joana Cotar said the mass Bitcoin sell-off isn’t “sensible” and “productive” as it could be used to diversify treasury assets and protect against currency devaluation
Bitcoin price falls to 2-month low, but derivatives markets reflect traders’ interest
4.7.2024
Bitcoin price is pinned below $60,000, but derivatives and stablecoin data show traders remain optimistic
Crypto startup launches tokenized US Treasury bonds on Bitcoin layer-2s
4.7.2024
The new tokenized assets offer the stability of the Bitcoin network with admirable yield
RWA Startup Hamilton Tokenizes US Treasury Bills on Bitcoin L2 Solutions
4.7.2024
Hamilton has announced the tokenization of U.S. Treasury bills on Bitcoin’s layer two (L2) platforms, stating that it marks a significant advancement in bridging traditional finance with Bitcoin’s decentralized finance (defi) sector. The move aims to enhance financial accessibility...
Bitcoin or bust: Companies add BTC to treasury for long-term potential
3.7.2024
Corporations are increasingly adopting Bitcoin as a treasury asset, with companies like MicroStrategy, Tesla and Coinbase leading the charge
Polkadot’s $245M Treasury Will Last 2 Years at Current Spending Rate
2.7.2024
The blockchain spent $87 million in the first six months this year, with marketing activities accounting for the majority of expenses
Polkadot’s treasury has $245M with 2 years of runway
2.7.2024
The blockchain’s revenue declined over the first half of 2024, and its head ambassador has called for its token’s inflation rate to be lowered
Tokyo Stock Exchange-Listed Metaplanet Boosts Bitcoin Holdings
1.7.2024
Metaplanet, listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange under the ticker 3350, announced on July 1 that it has made an additional bitcoin purchase. Following the company’s disclosure on June 24 about plans to acquire BTC worth 1 billion yen ($6.2 million), Metaplanet has initiated the purchase with...
Abra Launches Digital Assets Treasury Solutions Amid Rising Crypto Demand
1.7.2024
Abra, a digital asset platform, has introduced Abra Treasury, providing customized digital asset treasury solutions. The service targets corporations, family offices, and non-profits. Abra Treasury, operated by Abra Capital Management LP, aims to offer an integrated suite of services including...
Abra Launches Treasury Service for Corporates That Want to Hold Crypto
1.7.2024
The service will provide corporates, family offices and non-profits with a range of digital asset treasury management solutions
Treasury and IRS Announce Digital Asset Tax Reporting Regulations
30.6.2024
The U.S. Department of the Treasury and the IRS have released final regulations for tax reporting on digital asset sales, as part of the Biden-Harris administration’s implementation of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act. Additionally, the Treasury and the IRS revealed that they anticipate...
U.S. Treasury Issues Crypto Tax Regime For 2025, Delays Rules for Non-Custodians
28.6.2024
The IRS has now set up its reporting system for crypto brokers, but it set aside related rules for DeFi and unhosted wallets as it continues to study 44,000 comments to the agency