Opinion
The New Blockchain Trilemma Is Here, and It’s Not About Technology
The original blockchain trilemma said builders had to choose between decentralization, scalability and security. The new one is a choice between products, customers and regulatory approval, says EY’s Paul Brody.
Crypto for Advisors: Bitcoin’s Price
Bitcoin began to gain wider attention in the October 2023 rally when it became more clear that so-called “spot” ETFs would be approved and launched soon. The launch of 11 ETFs on Jan. 11 was a milestone for the digital asset world and broke ETF records.
Planning for Inevitable Regulatory Change
With election day approaching in the U.S., the regulatory environment for digital assets continues to be shrouded in uncertainty. No matter the outcome, investors should brace for regulatory changes in 2025, says Beth Haddock.
Tap-to-Earn Games Are Realizing Satoshi’s Dream
Love or hate games like Hamster Kombat, they're onboarding millions of users to crypto, says Ryan Gorman.
US Elections 2024: Brace for Impact
With the U.S. presidential election polls showing a tense race, cryptocurrency investors are bracing for volatility. But how important is the outcome of the election for the future of crypto in the medium to long run?, poses Gregory Mall.
Why Tokens Will Lead the Next Wave of Financial Innovation
Crypto ETFs have been a big success this year. But the step-change innovation in crypto is tokenization, says Alex Tapscott, author of Web3: Charting the Internet’s Next Economic and Cultural Frontier.
Has Ethereum Lost Its Way?
Is Ethereum in danger of being all things to all people and being master of none? It needs to focus on its original ambition to be a World Computer, says Ganesh Swami, co-founder of Covalent.
DePIN Promises Small Business Innovation in Emerging Markets
DePIN node sales are not like ICOs or even token sales. They are more like a market stall or “micro franchise programs.” DePIN networks have potential to be a prodigious driver of tech-centered economic development, says Huddle01 founder, Ayush Ranjan.
Gary Gensler, We’re Gonna Miss You (Not)
The SEC Chair’s comments on crypto Wednesday did nothing to encourage anyone in the industry to believe he should continue in his position past this year.
Crypto for Advisors: Bitcoin and the American Dream
As bitcoin continues to gain traction as a financial asset, its role in reshaping traditional mortgages could mark a significant advancement for homeownership and the American Dream.
