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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Markets

U.S. Spot XRP ETFs: Five Possible Reasons Behind BlackRock’s Hesitation to File for One

BlackRock’s absence from the crowded spot XRP ETF race could be a reflection of client demand, regulatory caution and a calculated focus on bitcoin and ether.

BlackRock sign outside San Francisco office building

Markets

Bitcoin Trails Gold in 2025 but Dominates Long-Term Returns Across Major Asset Classes

Gold leads bitcoin year to date, but BTC’s cumulative return since 2011 dwarfs all major asset classes, including gold, stocks and real estate.

BTC price chart showing intraday range near $116,500–$117,900

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ETH Jumps 7% to $4,200, Highest Since December 2021, as Analysts Forecast What’s Next

ETH hit $4,200 on Binance after breaking $4,000 a day earlier, as analysts pointed to liquidations and potential altcoin rotation amid rising sentiment.

ETH price rises 6.57% to $4,165 over 24 hours

Finance

Swiss Bank Sygnum Launches Regulated SUI Custody and Trading for Institutions

Sygnum is expanding regulated Sui blockchain access for institutional clients with custody and trading, and plans to add staking and collateral-backed loans later this year.

Swiss flag in alpine landscape, symbolizing Sygnum’s Swiss roots (Janosch Diggelmann/Unsplash)

Finance

Ripple’s Partnership With BDACS Pays Off as XRP Support Goes Live at Korean Crypto Custodian

BDACS launches XRP custody for institutions in Korea, deepening Ripple partnership and boosting regulatory alignment for XRP’s global institutional use.

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