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What Does Fair Value Accounting Mean For Bitcoin In Corporate Strategy?
Wednesday, December 11, 2024 - 12:07pm | 542At the Benzinga Future of Digital Assets conference, experts discussed the far-reaching impact of recent and potential regulatory changes on digital asset markets. The conversation centered on how these developments could accelerate institutional adoption, with key insights into the repeal of SAB...
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Bitcoin ETFs Spark Institutional Interest: 'The Doors Have Been Blown Off,' Superstate CEO Says
Wednesday, December 11, 2024 - 10:15am | 526The launch of Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) exchange-traded funds (ETFs) draws a new wave of institutional interest in digital assets, according to industry leaders who discussed the trend during the recent Benzinga Future of Digital Assets event. The overall sentiment shared among the panelists was that...
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Institutions Embrace Tokenized Assets Even With Adoption Challenges, 'We've Crossed That Rubicon'
Tuesday, December 10, 2024 - 3:38pm | 499During a panel discussion at Benzinga’s Future of Digital Assets event, experts discussed how the adoption of digital assets is advancing steadily, driven by increased issuance of tokenized bonds and heightened interest from institutions. The growing integration of digital assets into...
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'If People See Value, They'll Keep Coming Back': Addressing Web3's Engagement Challenges
Tuesday, December 10, 2024 - 3:25pm | 588At the recent Benzinga Future of Digital Assets event, a panel titled “The Promises and Complexity of Internet Breakthroughs” brought together industry leaders to explore how Web3 technologies transform data ownership, user control and business models. The discussion highlighted the...
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Can US Keep Up With Other Markets On Digital Asset Regulation? 'Headwinds Are Turning Into Tailwinds,' Coinbase Exec Says
Tuesday, December 10, 2024 - 2:27pm | 677As the world looks toward 2025, a growing alignment between regulation and technology is paving the way for the broader adoption of digital assets. At Benzinga’s Future of Digital Assets event, panelists expressed optimism about the direction of U.S. policy, noting a shift from regulatory...
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Faster, Cheaper, Smarter: Prometheum CEO Highlights Why Tokenized Securities Are Gaining Ground
Monday, December 9, 2024 - 1:29pm | 581The integration of blockchain into financial markets is advancing rapidly, with tokenized securities expected to drive a new era of efficiency and accessibility. During a recent panel discussion at Benzinga’s Future of Digital Assets conference, Aaron Kaplan, CEO of Prometheum, outlined the...
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What's Stalling Tokenized Securities? The Infrastructure Hurdle
Monday, December 9, 2024 - 11:13am | 484The future of digital asset securities is taking shape, with special purpose broker-dealer (SPBD) licenses carving out a path for regulated blockchain adoption. During a recent panel discussion at Benzinga’s Future of Digital Assets conference, Aaron Kaplan, CEO of Prometheum, outlined how...
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Decentralization Takes Center Stage: 1iO CEO Stresses The Need For User Control In Digital Assets
Monday, December 9, 2024 - 10:09am | 541At the Benzinga Future of Digital Assets conference, experts examined the evolving digital space, focusing on how Web3 technologies could transform data ownership and decentralization. Leaders in the field shared their thoughts on overcoming technical and regulatory hurdles while building systems...
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Major Banks Advance Blockchain Use With Digital Cash, Stablecoins
Friday, December 6, 2024 - 11:27am | 597Two of the world's largest financial institutions, Citi and Société Générale, are making strides in blockchain technology and unveiling new initiatives that could reshape traditional banking processes. During a recent panel at Benzinga's Future of Digital Assets event, Citi’s Ioana Niculcea...
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Private Credit Tokenization Hits $650 Million Monthly, Setting A New Benchmark
Friday, December 6, 2024 - 10:57am | 619The private credit market is witnessing a transformation as blockchain technology enables tokenization at an unprecedented pace. Provenance Blockchain Labs, led by CEO Anthony Moro, is driving this shift by facilitating the tokenization of home equity lines of credit (HELOCs). According to Moro,...
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Crypto's Turning Point: How US Politics Are Shifting The Future Of Digital Assets
Thursday, December 5, 2024 - 4:14pm | 497The crypto industry is no stranger to regulatory battles, but the 2024 presidential election has drastically altered the playing field, according to guest speakers at this year’s Benzinga Future of Digital Assets event. "We went from being under attack to the most positive, most supportive...
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Stablecoins: A New Tool For U.S. Dollar Dominance, Global Financial Access
Thursday, December 5, 2024 - 3:03pm | 567Stablecoins are emerging as critical tools for extending the global reach of the U.S. dollar while addressing financial inclusion and national security concerns. During a panel at the Benzinga Future of Digital Assets event, experts discussed how these digital assets, pegged to traditional...
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From 0% to 5%: How Bitcoin Secures Its Spot In Investment Strategies
Wednesday, December 4, 2024 - 2:37pm | 543The Benzinga Future of Digital Assets conference recently provided industry leaders with a platform to discuss Bitcoin's evolving role in investment portfolios. A panel moderated by angel investor Erik LaPaglia explored how Bitcoin is transitioning from a speculative asset to a mainstay in...
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'Education Is Great, But Regulation Is Bigger': Experts From BlackRock, Grayscale, FTSE Russell, Galaxy Discuss Crypto's Future
Wednesday, December 4, 2024 - 12:36pm | 563At the Benzinga Future of Digital Assets event, a panel featuring industry heavyweights explored two essential themes shaping the future of digital currencies: the impact of regulation and the ongoing challenge of educating investors. Moderated by Erik LaPaglia, the discussion brought together...
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Are Brands Ready To Tokenize Loyalty? Rarible Co-Founder Offers Lessons From The NFT World
Wednesday, December 4, 2024 - 10:30am | 590At the recent Benzinga Future of Digital Assets event, Alex Salnikov, co-founder and chief strategy officer of Rarible, joined a panel discussion led by Ian Horne, head of content for Money20/20 Amsterdam. The conversation focused on the challenges and opportunities of integrating non-fungible...