Latest from Francisco Rodrigues
Tokenized stock trading surged 288% in July, but one QQQ token drove most of it
Without that QQQ token, QQQB, July volume for tokenized equities would be roughly $2.03 billion, about 30% below June’s total.
Bitcoin mining difficulty shrinks 14% from this year's high as plunging revenues force operators to pivot
Difficulty falls as weak mining economics reduce capacity, while forward markets signal little relief through year-end.
SEC to review Nasdaq bitcoin options approval after CME challenge
CME argues that because bitcoin is a commodity, options tied to its value fall under CFTC jurisdiction, not the SEC's authority.
Traders brace for an August crypto pull-back as protection against $60,000 bitcoin dip becomes top trade
Your day-ahead look for July 31, 2026
Quantum Solutions, Hyperscale Data tap crypto treasuries to fund AI data centers
The firm’s board raised the sale cap to 4,375 ETH through Oct. 30, nearly 66% of June holdings, although 3,050 of its remaining ETH is pledged.
South Korea plans to tax crypto gains over $1,740 as political battle moves to parliament
The country plans on taxing cryptocurrency gains from Jan. 1, 2027, signaling that it does not intend to postpone the measure for a fourth time.
Crypto exchange Luno cuts 20% of staff amid automation push and retail trading slumps
The DCG-owned company previously cut 35% of staff in January 2023 citing tough market conditions.
Live updates: Bitcoin holds above $64,000 as Nasdaq surges on AI trade comeback
The Nasdaq gained more than 2%, with Microsoft higher by 15% after its cloud unit grew at the fastest pace in four years while it held the line on spending.
