Siamak Masnavi

Siamak Masnavi is a researcher focused on blockchain technology, cryptocurrency regulation and macroeconomic forces shaping digital assets — including interest rate policy, capital flows and adoption trends. He holds an MSc and PhD in computer science from the University of London and began his career in software development, with nearly four years in the banking sector in London and Zurich. Since April 2018, he has been writing about the crypto industry. His focus shifted primarily to research in November 2024, though he continues to contribute regularly to industry reporting.

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Crypto Treasury Firms Could Become Long-Term Giants like Berkshire Hathaway, Analyst Says

Ryan Watkins argues crypto treasury firms may evolve beyond speculation into lasting economic engines, deploying capital and building businesses across ecosystems.

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As Gold Keeps Setting New Highs, China Reportedly Wants to Be Its Custodian for Central Banks

Beijing is said to be courting foreign central banks to store bullion in Shanghai vaults as gold hovers near record highs and demand strengthens.

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Tom Lee’s BitMine Sells Stock at $70 to Raise Additional $365M for ETH Treasury

BitMine disclosed holdings of 2.4 million ETH and raised $365 million in a premium stock sale, highlighting investor demand for ether exposure through public markets.

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BitMEX Co-founder Arthur Hayes Dumps HYPE for a Ferrari, Then Tells Followers Not to Worry

The Maelstrom CIO claims he offloaded his HYPE bag to fund the purchase of anew Ferrari, even as his firm warns of billions in new token supply hitting the market.

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Fed Speakers, U.S. PCE, Hedera Upgrade: Crypto Week Ahead

Your look at what's coming in the week starting Sept. 22

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Coinbase CEO: 'We Want to Become a Super App and Provide All Types of Financial Services'

Brian Armstrong told Fox Business that Coinbase aims to be users’ primary financial account while addressing U.S. crypto rules and pressure from banks.

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Michael Saylor: Bitcoin Is Building a Base as 'OG' Hodlers Exit and Big Money Preps

Saylor says bitcoin’s volatility is easing as early holders cash out, clearing the way for institutions to step in and build a stronger market base.

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