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A former Bank of England economist is raising red flags over the growing role of stablecoins in the U.S. financial system, with major implications for banks, as well as the U.S. Dollar. What Happened: In a recent episode of The Big View by Reuters, Dan Davies, an ex-BoE regulatory economist and...

BNB Coin (CRYPTO: BNB) edged higher Monday after asset management giant VanEck filed an exchange-traded fund application with the SEC. What happened: BNB spiked over 2% in the last 24 hours, becoming the most successful cryptocurrency among the top ten by market capitalization. The coin's trading...

Portfolio managers at global asset manager VanEck say the Trump administration's sweeping new tariff regime is exerting widespread pressure across asset classes, with tangible impacts already visible in digital assets, commodities, emerging markets and fixed income. What Happened: In an assessment...

Asset manager VanEck has projected a price target of $520 for Solana (CRYPTO: SOL) by the end of 2025, citing its rising market share within the smart contract platform sector. What Happened: The asset manager's forecast is based on an analysis of U.S. M2 money supply growth and its correlation...

The role of stablecoins in transforming global payments emerged as a central theme during a panel discussion at the Benzinga Future of Digital Assets conference. Panelist Jan van Eck, CEO of VanEck, described stablecoins as a driving force behind a new financial system, particularly in regions...

As financial systems grapple with inefficiencies, stablecoins emerge as a transformative force in global finance. During a discussion led by Paul McCaffery at the recent Benzinga Future of Digital Assets conference, panelists explored how these digital currencies reshape payment systems and force...

Asset manager VanEck has projected a significant upswing in the cryptocurrency market, anticipating record highs by the end of 2025. This prediction outlines expectations for Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) to reach approximately $180,000 and Ethereum (CRYPTO: ETH) to...

Jan van Eck, CEO of VanEck, focused on two crucial themes during his appearance at the Benzinga’s Future of Digital Assets Conference: the ambiguity of U.S. fiscal policy and the rapid technological advancements impacting the financial landscape. Van Eck’s remarks provided a nuanced...

Asset management firm VanEck expressed optimism at El Salvador’s bold Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) bet, terming it as a model of innovation for the emerging world. What Happened: A report penned by Matthew Sigel, VanEck’s Head of Digital Assets Research, took stock of the Central American...

Matthew Sigel, Head of Digital Assets Research at VanEck, one of the spot Bitcoin ETF issuers, on Thursday projected Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) to hit $180,000 in this market cycle, driven by strong government support and increasing institutional interest. What Happened: As Bitcoin recently surged past...

In a massively bullish estimate, investment management company VanEck projected Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) to hit $3 million in value in 2050. What happened: During a CNBC interview on Monday, Matthew Sigel, the firm's digital assets head, said that the projection may appear “extreme," but when...

Matthew Sigel, head of digital assets research at VanEck, sees Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) on a strong upward path as the U.S. presidential election approaches, bolstered by growing interest and shifting macroeconomic conditions. What Happened: “Our bet is that this is a very bullish setup for...

Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) could skyrocket to $2.9 million by 2050, according to a new forecast from investment firm VanEck. What Happened: The report, titled “Bitcoin 2050 Valuation Scenarios: Global Medium of Exchange and Reserve Asset”, presents a base case valuation of $2.9 million,...

President Joe Biden has announced that he will not seek reelection in 2024. In a letter posted on his official X account, Biden expressed his belief that stepping down is in the best interest of his party and the country. “It has been the greatest honor of my life to serve as your President...

Exchange operator Cboe Global Markets Inc. (BATS:CBOE) has submitted a request to the SEC to list Solana (CRYPTO: SOL) spot exchange-traded funds applied by VanEck and 21Shares. What Happened: The exchange submitted a 19b-4 application with the regulator, according to a Reuters report Monday. The...