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Donald Trump’s Pro-Crypto Policy Shift and Strategic Bitcoin Reserve Idea

August 6, 2024 Chris Thompson

Former President Donald Trump has outlined significant cryptocurrency policies aimed at positioning the U.S. as a global leader. Central to his platform is the creation of a “strategic Bitcoin stockpile,” filled with Bitcoin acquired through legal seizures. Trump also proposes a pro-crypto regulatory environment, including the establishment of a presidential advisory council on cryptocurrency and the appointment of a crypto-friendly SEC chairman. These proposals align with Trump’s broader economic agenda and have garnered support from key Silicon Valley figures. However, they also raise concerns about market volatility and the potential risks of reduced oversight. [more]

Square Plans to Acquire Afterpay for US$29 billion

August 18, 2021 Chris Thompson

Square, a US-based financial services and digital payments company, announced its plans to acquire Afterpay, an Australian Buy-Now-Pay-Later (BNPL) company for US$29 billion in an all-stock deal. [more]

Cryptocurrency Update – Bitcoin Solutions Set to go Public, DGC Acquires Luno, and Grayscale Bitcoin Trust Receives Funds from 20 Investors

September 8, 2020 Jay Yi

This past quarter, the cryptocurrency industry experienced high M&A and capital markets activity, as digital asset funds become more regulated and cryptocurrency exchanges facilitate greater adoption of digital assets. [more]

Goldmoney Records Record Annual Revenue of $458.9M, a 63% increase year-over-year

June 30, 2020 Israel Pinheiro

Uncertainties caused by Covid-19 created a stronger demand for precious metals, increasing quarterly and annual revenue results but positive profits for the last quarter & fiscal year were elusive. [more]

Seasonality Trends: For November 2019

November 2, 2019 Bob Weir

October traditionally marks the start of a seven month positive period for the general market. Of course, there are always exceptions. However, this year, October has been exceptional with the S&P 500 Index beginning the month of November at an all-time high. [more]