Alex Thorn
Bitcoin’s quantum threat is real, but far from an existential crisis, Galaxy says
Developers are already working to address quantum risks, and investors shouldn’t mistake a long-term challenge for an immediate threat, according to Galaxy Digital’s head of research Alex Thorn.
Crypto experts bash Ray Dalio's bitcoin comments: "tired narratives"
Billionaire Ray Dalio blasts Bitcoin again, claiming it lacks the qualities of gold and faces existential threats from quantum computing. Crypto experts are pushing back on those comments, arguing his critiques are "tired" and already priced in. CoinDesk's Jennifer Sanasie hosts "CoinDesk Daily."
Crypto bulls slam Ray Dalio's 'tired narratives' in defense of bitcoin's future
Experts push back on billionaire hedge fund manager Ray Dalio's warning of bitcoin lacking gold’s qualities and risks from surveillance, quantum computing and lack of central bank buying.
Bitcoin Rally to $42K Fueled by 'Panic Buying,' Pushes Crypto Market Cap Over $1.5T
The combined market value of cryptocurrencies is the highest since May 2022, when Terra's collapse marked the beginning of the crypto winter.
How Much Money Will Flow Into Bitcoin ETFs? Here’s One Projection
Alex Thorn, head of research at Galaxy, sees inflows to spot bitcoin ETFs reaching more than $14 billion in the first year after a potential SEC approval and the price of bitcoin spiking to $47,000. He also sees approval of these products possibly occurring this year.
How Could Spot Bitcoin ETF Approvals Impact the Crypto Market?
Bitcoin (BTC) saw a massive rally in the last 24 hours, amid investor optimism over the SEC accepting a spot bitcoin ETF. Galaxy Digital Head of Firmwide Research Alex Thorn joins CoinDesk's State of Crypto 2023 event in Washington, D.C. to discuss the potential impact of such an approval on the digital assets space. Plus, a closer look at Senators Thom Tillis (R-NC) and John Hickenlooper (D-CO) introducing the Proving Reserves of Others Funds, also known as the "PROOF Act."
U.S. Crypto Regulation Outlook as Tillis, Hickenlooper Introduce New Bill
As part of CoinDesk's State of Crypto 2023 event in Washington, D.C., Galaxy Digital Head of Firmwide Research Alex Thorn discusses the significance Senators Thom Tillis (R-NC) and John Hickenlooper (D-CO) introducing the Proving Reserves of Others Funds, also known as the "PROOF Act." "It would add significant consumer safety and transparency to the industry," Thorn said. "It would directly address some of the blow-ups from last year."
Crypto VC Funding Cooled Off In Q4 2022, What's Next?
Galaxy Digital Head of Research Alex Thorn shares insights into the state of crypto venture funding throughout 2022. He points out a specific decline in pre-seed round deals and a "lion's share of deals done" in the Web3, NFTs, and Metaverse bucket.
Crypto VC Performance in 2022
Venture capitalists invested more than $30 billion into crypto and blockchain startups in 2022, despite the macro headwinds and the market downturn. Galaxy Digital Head of Firmwide Research Alex Thorn shares his insights. Plus, a closer look on why Web3 accounted for most deals and the U.S. dominance in crypto venture capital.
