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BitGo CEO Talks Bitcoin, Crypto Regulation, WBTC
Over the past 30 days, bitcoin is up about 40%, trading at just below $50,000, although it is likely to face resistance towards the $55,000 mark. Mike Belshe, CEO of crypto custodian BitGo, discusses the potential catalyst for the rally and how much of the current regulatory environment has to do with the crypto markets. Plus, his outlook on the growth of wrapped bitcoin (WBTC).
What the Infrastructure Bill Could Mean for Crypto Firms
Jeff Horowitz, Chief Compliance Officer of crypto custodian BitGo, digs into the U.S. Senate's $1 trillion infrastructure bill and what it could mean for his business. "I don't see it as a day one issue for us, but as we've seen this week, really broad and narrowly defined definitions could mean a lot," Horowitz said. "To put a bill out there and figure out later is not the best way to go about sensible regulation." Plus, his insights into why the U.S. government has given a contract to Anchorage Digital over BitGo and broader crypto adoption for the institutional markets.
Why US Government Yanked BitGo’s Contract and Gave It to Anchorage
Digital asset infrastructure provider BitGo’s $4.5 million deal to be the custodian of cryptocurrency seized by the U.S. government fell through late last week. Instead, Anchorage, a smaller competitor, secured a more significant contract for $6.6 million.
BitGo CEO: ‘Institutions Are All Participating’ in Crypto
Mike Belshe, CEO of digital asset infrastructure provider BitGo, discusses continued institutional interest in crypto despite a lull in the markets. "Institutions are all participating," he said. "Everybody we talk to is still moving forward." Plus, the possible implications of Binance's global regulatory woes.
Crypto M&A Is Booming: What Happens Next?
Crypto mergers and acquisitions (M&A) are booming with the latest news from Galaxy Digital to buy BitGo for $1.2 billion and Blockchain.com to acquire artificial intelligence firm AiX to expand institutional offerings. “The Hash” panel discusses the rise in crypto M&A and where we go from here.
Galaxy Digital Said to Be in Talks to Buy Crypto Custodian BitGo
Cryptocurrency-focused financial services firm Galaxy Digital said to be in talks to buy crypto custodian BitGo. “The Hash” panel discusses why the potential development could be a big deal and how we might see more crypto M&A from institutional investors this year.
Fugitive Bitmex CEO Arthur Hayes Reportedly Considering Surrender
Global Policy and Regulation Managing Editor Nik De with the latest in the BitMEX saga. A recently surfaced court transcript indicates Arthur Hayes is considering surrendering to U.S. officials in Hawaii. Also, New York grants BitGo a trust charter. Is this the first step toward a national charter?
