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Banks Embrace Blockchain: HSBC Blocks Crypto, BNP Paribas Pioneers Sovereign Bonds

HSBC Australia halts payments to crypto exchanges, while Lloyds and Nationwide invest in AI for financial services. JP Morgan-backed Partior raises $60 million, and BNP Paribas launches Slovenia's first sovereign bond on blockchain. Plus, Franklin Templeton and SBI Holdings plan a joint venture in Japan.Sources:https://thepaypers.com/cryptocurrencies/hsbc-australia-blocks-payments-to-crypto-exchanges--1269319https://techfundingnews.com/lloyds-and-nationwide-invest-in-avenis-11m-round-to-drive-ai-revolution-in-financial-services/https://bsc.news/post/what-is-jp-morgan-backed-partior-that-recently-raised-60-mhttps://crypto.news/bnp-paribas-launches-slovenias-1st-sovereign-bond-on-canton-blockchain/https://www.malaymail.com/news/money/mediaoutreach/2024/07/26/franklin-templeton-and-sbi-holdings-sign-mou-to-establish-joint-venture-in-japan/315667Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:32) HSBC Australia Blocks Payments to Crypto Exchanges(00:03:10) Lloyds and Nationwide Invest in Aveni’s £11M Round to Drive AI Revolution in Financial Services(00:06:43) JP Morgan-Backed Partior Raises $60 Million(00:08:55) BNP Paribas Launches Slovenia's First Sovereign Bond on Canton Blockchain(00:11:10) Franklin Templeton and SBI Holdings Sign MoU to Establish Joint Venture in Japan

Institutional Crypto Adoption Surges as Kraken Expands Custody and Hamilton Lane Launches Solana Fund

In this episode, we discuss the growing institutional demand for crypto OTC spot transactions and how Kraken is expanding its custody solution to the UK and Australia to meet this demand. Hamilton Lane launches a private credit fund on the Solana blockchain, while State Street explores stablecoins and deposit tokens. We also hear from Gold-i's CEO on the convergence of crypto and FX liquidity.Sources:https://fortune.com/crypto/2024/07/23/hamilton-lane-becomes-first-asset-manager-to-launch-a-fund-on-solana-blockchain/https://channellife.com.au/story/kraken-custody-expands-to-institutional-clients-in-uk-australiahttps://www.blockhead.co/2024/07/18/tradfi-giant-state-street-eyes-crypto-future-with-stablecoins-deposit-tokens/https://crypto.news/crypto-otc-spot-trades-boomed-95-in-h1-2024-report/https://www.financemagnates.com/cryptocurrency/you-wont-believe-how-much-institutional-crypto-trading-has-exploded-in-2024/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:33) Hamilton Lane launches private credit fund on Solana blockchain(00:02:09) Kraken expands custody solution to UK and Australia(00:04:52) State Street explores stablecoins and deposit tokens(00:06:55) Institutional demand for crypto OTC spot transactions surges(00:08:55) Gold-i CEO discusses crypto and FX liquidity convergence

Ethereum ETFs Approved as Institutions Embrace Crypto

In this episode, we discuss the SEC's approval of the first Ethereum ETFs and how financial advisors are showing increased interest in cryptocurrencies. Ripple integrates XRP into the institutional market, while Coinbase Canada registers as a restricted dealer. We also explore BlackRock's entry into RWA tokenization and its potential impact on the industry.Sources:https://www.fundssociety.com/en/news/markets/financial-advisors-remain-hesitant-about-crypto-as-blockchain-mining-hits-historic-lows/https://www.thinkadvisor.com/2024/05/14/why-bitcoin-will-rise-to-420000-and-what-it-means-for-portfolios/https://www.thinkadvisor.com/2024/05/14/more-advisors-plan-to-recommend-crypto-survey/https://www.fxempire.com/news/article/ethereum-spot-etf-approved-by-sec-1432576https://www.cointribune.com/en/crypto-xrp-reaches-a-new-milestone-towards-institutional-recognition/https://www.moneysense.ca/save/investing/crypto/how-coinbase-is-reshaping-canadas-crypto-landscape/https://www.coindesk.com/opinion/2024/07/10/how-tokenized-real-world-assets-are-outperforming-crypto/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:35) Financial advisors show interest in cryptocurrencies(00:03:23) SEC approves first Ethereum ETFs(00:06:06) Ripple integrates XRP into institutional market(00:08:08) Coinbase Canada registers as restricted dealer(00:09:52) BlackRock enters RWA tokenization

Institutional Investors Flock to Innovative ETF Platforms as SEC Approves Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs

In this episode, we discuss how ETFSwap is attracting institutional investors with its innovative ETF platform. The SEC's approval of Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs is set to impact the crypto market. VanEck and 21Shares propose a Solana ETF, while Jefferies recommends Bitcoin for institutional portfolios. We also explore the growing trend of institutional investors embracing crypto index funds.Sources:https://alexablockchain.com/etfs-beats-out-blackrock-fidelity/https://coingape.com/sponsored/ethereum-outflows-climb-to-60-7-million-as-institutional-investors-continue-to-favor-bitcoin-and-solana/https://www.cointribune.com/en/heres-how-ethereum-etfs-will-disrupt-the-crypto-market/https://techeconomy.ng/unlocking-new-institutional-investment-horizons-with-spot-bitcoin-ethereum-etfs/https://blockchain.news/news/prospects-of-a-solana-sol-etf-what-lies-aheadhttps://coingape.com/jefferies-chief-strategist-chris-wood-justifies-corporate-allocation-to-bitcoin/https://www.coindesk.com/opinion/2024/07/03/the-case-for-crypto-index-funds/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:32) ETFSwap attracts institutional investors with innovative ETF platform(00:02:17) SEC approves Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs, impacting crypto market(00:05:24) VanEck and 21Shares propose Solana ETF(00:06:53) Jefferies recommends Bitcoin for institutional portfolios(00:08:30) Institutional investors embrace crypto index funds

Financial Advisors Cautiously Embrace Crypto as Institutions Diversify

In this episode, we explore how financial advisors are approaching bitcoin ETFs with caution, even as they plan to allocate more assets to digital currencies. Institutional investors are pulling funds from Ethereum-based products, while Metaplanet adds bitcoin to its investment strategy. We also discuss Bitwise's new ad campaign highlighting the growing adoption of blockchain technology and cryptocurrencies.Sources:https://www.investopedia.com/why-advisors-remain-reluctant-to-talk-crypto-despite-bitcoin-etf-success-8672895https://www.thinkadvisor.com/2024/05/20/bitcoin-etf-inflows-are-skyrocketing-do-advisors-care/https://bitcoinist.com/ethereum-price-investors-60-7/https://www.thinkadvisor.com/2024/05/14/why-bitcoin-will-rise-to-420000-and-what-it-means-for-portfolios/https://www.thinkadvisor.com/2024/05/14/more-advisors-plan-to-recommend-crypto-survey/https://www.coindesk.com/business/2024/07/01/metaplanet-buys-another-12m-worth-of-bitcoin-as-investment-strategy-progresses/https://www.cryptotimes.io/2024/06/28/bitwise-launches-new-ad-on-blockchain-and-crypto-adoption/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:33) Financial advisors approach bitcoin ETFs with caution(00:02:42) Institutional investors pull funds from Ethereum-based products(00:05:56) Financial advisors plan to allocate assets to digital assets(00:07:42) Metaplanet purchases bitcoin as part of investment strategy(00:09:11) Bitwise releases ad highlighting blockchain and crypto adoption