Marathon Digital, Kenyan government discuss crypto policy, energy use

As an analyst with a background in technology and economics, I see this development between Marathon Digital and the Kenyan government as a significant step forward for crypto adoption in Africa. Marathon’s expertise and experience in the crypto mining industry could help Kenya navigate the complex regulatory landscape and harness the vast potential of crypto … Read more

Hong Kong spot Bitcoin and Ether ETFs struggle to gain traction

As a researcher with experience in the cryptocurrency and financial markets, I find the underperformance of Hong Kong spot Bitcoin and Ethereum exchange-traded funds (ETFs) during their first week of launch to be a less significant development than the U.S. counterparts’ launches. The reason is that the Hong Kong equities sector is much smaller in … Read more

Jack Dorsey’s Block to raise $1.5B in senior notes offering

As a researcher with a background in finance and experience following the fintech industry, I find Block’s (formerly Square) announcement of a private placement for senior notes to be an intriguing development. The company’s shares responded positively to this news, reflecting investors’ confidence in its financial position and growth prospects. On May 6, Block, previously … Read more

What Crypto Coins Are Most Used for Gaming Purposes?

As a researcher with a background in finance and technology, I’ve been closely following the cryptocurrency scene for several years now. When Bitcoin first emerged on the scene back in 2009, many dismissed it as a novelty or even a scam. But as history has shown us, Bitcoin not only survived but thrived, and with … Read more