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BlackRock, Vanguard, and Norway Now Indirectly Own $110 Million of Bitcoin, Ahead of Stock Sell-Off
This huge acquisition of Bitcoin enabled Norway, Vanguard Group, and BlackRock to indirectly own more than 10,000 Bitcoin (BTC) altogether.
BlackRock Filings Signal the Giant Asset Management Firm Could Start Bitcoin Futures Trading
Blackrock investment management giant has filed documents with the SEC suggesting that the firm is set to dive into the crypto futures trading.
BlackRock Gets Exposure to Bitcoin Through MicroStrategy, Both Firms U-Turn on Shaming Crypto
Investment giant BlackRock, the biggest stakeholder of MicroStrategy — has now indirect exposure to Bitcoin as the world’s largest intelligence company has recently purchased 21,454 Bitcoins.
BlackRock CEO Larry Fink Says Bitcoin Can Evolve Into Global Asset and Impact Dollar
Larry Fink, CEO of BlackRock the world's largest asset manager with $7.4 trillion assets under management, says Bitcoin can evolve into a global asset and impact the US dollar.
February 18, 2021: Crypto Price Analysis for BTC, ETH, and DOT
As BlackRock has announced its intent to "dabble in Bitcoin", the cryptocurrency has continued its surge, along with Ethereum (ETH) and Polkadot (DOT).
BlackRock Launches Bitcoin Private Trust after Building Partnership with Coinbase
Days after BlackRock entered into a partnership with Coinbase to offer its institutional clients access to crypto trading services, the firm announced the launch of a spot Bitcoin Private Trust.
BlackRock's BUIDL Fund Backs Manta Network's wUSDM via Mountain Protocol
Manta Network's on-chain yield-bearing stablecoin wUSDM is now backed by BlackRock's BUIDL Fund, enhancing security and yield potential.
Manta Foundation Allocates Treasury to wUSDM, Backed by BlackRock’s BUIDL Fund
Manta Foundation strategically allocates its stable crypto assets to wUSDM, supported by BlackRock's BUIDL Fund, enhancing financial security within the Manta Network ecosystem.
Injective (INJ)Launches Tokenized Index for BlackRock's BUIDL Fund
Injective (INJ)introduces the first-ever tokenized index for BlackRock's BUIDL Fund, offering innovative on-chain financial instruments to users.
BlackRock reschedules its $10 million Bitcoin investment to January 5, 2024
BlackRock, the world's largest asset manager, is rescheduling its $10 million investment in Bitcoin to January 5, 2024, as a major step towards launching the first spot Bitcoin ETF.
BlackRock Bitcoin Private Trust to Be Benchmarked by Kraken's CF Benchmarks Bitcoin Index
The world’s largest investment management firm BlackRock's Bitcoin Private Trust, will use the Kraken subsidiary CF Benchmarks Bitcoin Index as a benchmark for issuance, The Block reported.
SEC in Advanced Talks with Asset Managers for Spot Bitcoin ETF: BlackRock in the Spotlight
The U.S. SEC is in advanced discussions with BlackRock on a spot Bitcoin ETF, marking a significant moment in cryptocurrency's mainstream adoption.
SEC's Delay on BlackRock Ethereum ETF Decision Signals Cautious Stance
The SEC has postponed its decision on BlackRock's proposed Ethereum ETF to March 10, 2024. This reflects the regulator's cautious approach toward crypto-based investment products and highlights the need for clearer regulatory frameworks in the digital assets space.
BlackRock's Bitcoin Strategy: Mining Investments and ETF Proposals
BlackRock has invested $411.54 million in Bitcoin mining businesses, including Riot Platforms Inc., Marathon Digital Holdings, Cipher Mining, and Terawulf, and proposed a Bitcoin ETF, despite SEC reluctance, highlighting Bitcoin's growing importance in finance.
BlackRock and SEC Discuss iShares Bitcoin Trust Listing on Nasdaq
The SEC is reviewing multiple proposals for iShares Bitcoin Trust's listing as a spot Bitcoin ETF on Nasdaq, marking a significant step in mainstream cryptocurrency acceptance.
BlackRock to Boost Crypto Access Points through Partnership with Coinbase
BlackRock, the globe’s largest asset manager, has teamed up with crypto exchange Coinbase to provide institutional investors with new crypto access points.
BlackRock's Strategic Shift: Layoffs Amidst Bitcoin ETF Anticipation
BlackRock Inc plans to lay off 600 employees, following a similar pattern from 2023. Meanwhile, it eagerly awaits the SEC's decision on its Bitcoin ETF application, a potential game-changer in the crypto market.
BlackRock Expands Bitcoin ETF Operations with Five Major Wall Street Firms
BlackRock has included ABN AMRO, Citadel Securities, Citigroup, Goldman Sachs, and UBS as new authorized participants in its Bitcoin ETF.
BlackRock Has No Plans for XRP ETF
BlackRock Inc., the world's largest asset manager, halts its plans for a spot XRP ETF due to ongoing regulatory uncertainties and concerns over XRP's legal status in the midst of the Ripple vs. SEC case.
BlackRock iShares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT) Sees Zero Inflows, Ending 71-Day Streak
BlackRock's iShares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT) has experienced a significant shift in investor sentiment, with zero inflows recorded for the first time since the introduction of Bitcoin ETFs in the US. This marks the end of a 71-day streak during which the ETF consistently attracted millions of dollars in daily investments. While other Bitcoin ETFs also experienced a slowdown in inflows, Fidelity Wise Origin Bitcoin Fund and ARK 21Shares Bitcoin ETF managed to secure inflows of $5.6 million and $4.2 million respectively.
Reuters: BlackRock and Ark Investments Compete in Bitcoin ETF Fee Reduction
BlackRock and Ark Investment Management lower fees for their proposed spot Bitcoin ETFs, reflecting the growing competition and interest in cryptocurrency-based investment products. This move signifies the increasing acceptance of cryptocurrencies in mainstream finance.
BlackRock to Launch Bitcoin ETF in Brazil
BlackRock introduces the iShares Bitcoin Trust ETF in Brazil, marking a significant foray into cryptocurrency for traditional investors.
BlackRock Launches Pioneering Tokenized Asset Fund in Partnership with Securitize
BlackRock unveils its first tokenized asset fund with a $100,000 minimum investment, signaling a major move by the asset management giant into digital assets.
BlackRock's iShares Bitcoin Trust Soars, CEO Fink Bullish on BTC Future
BlackRock CEO Larry Fink expresses optimism for Bitcoin as the iShares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT) records historic growth with $13.5 billion inflows in 11 weeks.
BlackRock and ARK Invest Conform to SEC's Cash Redemption Model for Bitcoin ETF
Major ETF issuers BlackRock and ARK Invest comply with SEC's cash redemption model for their spot Bitcoin ETFs, potentially paving the way for regulatory approval.
Floki Enters the Tokenization Arena with TokenFi Launch
Floki announces the launch of TokenFi, a platform designed to simplify the tokenization process in the expanding tokenization industry, projected to hit $16 trillion by 2030. The platform, backed by significant partnerships and with a strategic plan to ensure a smooth launch, reveals a larger roadmap set for October 27, 2023, with trading beginning at 3 PM UTC. The strategic moves include partnerships with DWF Labs and World Table Tennis, aligning with the industry's growth trajectory.
BlackRock CEO Highlights Digital Assets and Tokenization
Larry Fink's annual letter to BlackRock highlights the potential of digital assets and tokenization, citing advancements in digital payment solutions for financial inclusion in emerging markets.
BlackRock CEO Believes Russia-Ukraine War in Boosting Crypto Adoption
BlackRock Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Larry Fink commented on the role of digital currencies in the ongoing war between Russia and Ukraine. Fink believes countries would be more active to embrace crypto.
USDC Issuer Circle Secures $400M Funding from Fidelity and BlackRock
Circle, the company behind USD Coin (USDC), has bagged funding worth $400 million from different players, including Fidelity Management, BlackRock Inc, and Research LLC, signalling traditional finance interest in the crypto space.
Blackrock CEO Says Low Bitcoin Demand from their Clients
The bear market could have an impact on the demand from big investors to embrace Bitcoin. Larry Fink, the BlackRock investment asset management company CEO, has said that there is no demand for crypto among their clients recently.
SEC’s Filing Shows Blackrock Made $369,137 Profits on Its Bitcoin Futures
BlackRock has made $369,137 from its investment into Bitcoin futures, according to SEC’s filing. Despite crypto volatility, the investment firm is on a trajectory to more from its Bitcoin futures investments.
Blackrock Rollouts Blockchain ETF for European Investors
The iShares Blockchain Technology UCITS ETF targets institutional and professional investors in Europe.
Circle Has Started Building New Reserve Funds With BlackRock
Circle is building a new reserve with BlackRock for USDC
US Dollar as the World’s Reserve Currency Unlikely to be Diminished, Bitcoin Likely to Suffer
Analysts believe the US dollar's role as the world’s reserve currency is unlikely to be diminished, which may not be the best outlook for Bitcoin (BTC).
Bitcoin in 2021: From All-Time High to Where?
A few months ago, the idea of Bitcoin surpassing its all-time high (ATH) was not particularly outlandish. A week after, it hit $40K. Nothing, it seemed, would be the same again.
Bitcoin is Making its Way to $12K and Beyond as BTC Supply Expects Massive Shortage
In recent months, MicroStrategy, Square, Stone Ridge Asset Management have all invested in Bitcoin. Will Bitcoin see a massive supply shortage?
Bitcoin Price Set to Surge in 2021 as US Dollar Expected to Fall 20% Even with Vaccine Rollout
The US dollar acted as a safe haven for investors, during the coronavirus pandemic; analysts believe that the rollout of a vaccine could change the market.
Mode: The First UK-Listed Institution to Purchase Bitcoin as Part of its Treasury Investment Strategy
Mode has recently become the first UK publicly-traded company to purchase a significant amount of Bitcoin as part of its treasury investment strategy.