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The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is poised to usher in a new era for financial markets by developing plans to allow blockchain-based versions of stocks, often referred to as tokenized stocks or equity tokens, to trade on approved cryptocurrency exchanges. This groundbreaking initiative signals a significant convergence
San Francisco, CA – October 2, 2025 – Coinbase Global (NASDAQ: COIN), the leading cryptocurrency exchange, has witnessed an extraordinary surge in its stock price, reflecting a dramatic shift in investor sentiment fueled by a series of landmark regulatory developments. This upward trajectory signals a pivotal moment for the digital asset industry,
New York, NY – October 2, 2025 – The third quarter of 2025 proved to be a banner period for major US stock funds, with equity markets experiencing a robust rally fueled by persistent enthusiasm for artificial intelligence (AI), strong corporate earnings, and the Federal Reserve's inaugural interest rate cut of the
Ethereum price’s latest breakout past $4,300 has triggered fresh excitement across markets, with whales piling in and analysts citing it as a signal of deeper bullish cycles ahead. But while ETH claims headlines, attention is quietly shifting to a new player breaking records behind the scenes.
Bitcoin has once again captivated the financial world, recently surging past the $120,000 mark and reaching an all-time high of over $124,000 on August 14, 2025. This monumental rally, which sees Bitcoin currently hovering around $118,500 in early October 2025, is largely attributed to a powerful combination of factors: the groundbreaking approval of spot Bitcoin [...]
Aladdin Wealth™, wealth management technology from BlackRock, is introducing Gen AI-driven functionalities designed to help financial advisors deliver more personalized, insightful, and efficient client service. The new “Auto Commentary” feature turns complex portfolio analytics and client-level investment preferences into concise insights, helping financial advisors craft relevant narratives to deepen client relationships by delivering more meaningful, differentiated conversations.
Dallas, Texas – October 1, 2025 – The Highland Opportunities and Income Fund (NYSE: HFRO) has announced its regular monthly distribution for October 2025, declaring a payment of $0.0385 per share. This distribution, payable on October 31, 2025, to shareholders of record as of October 24, 2025, signals the closed-end fund's
Dallas, TX – October 1, 2025 – The Highland Global Allocation Fund (NYSE:HGLB) has announced a monthly distribution of $0.088 per share for the fourth quarter of 2025. This forward-looking declaration translates to an attractive annualized distribution rate of approximately 8.5% based on the fund's current Net Asset Value
October 1, 2025 - Global financial markets are currently navigating a complex interplay between fluctuating crude oil prices, persistent inflationary pressures, and the unwavering allure of precious metals. As of early October 2025, a notable divergence is emerging: while global oil prices are generally anticipated to decline or stabilize at
BlackRock announced today the planned termination of the iShares iBonds Dec 2025 Term Muni Bond ETF which includes the following timelines for trading, net-asset value (NAV) calculation and expected liquidation:
The cryptocurrency market is experiencing a fervent resurgence as Bitcoin (BTC), Ethereum (ETH), and Solana (SOL) demonstrate remarkable resilience and upward momentum, with several assets either reclaiming or pushing towards new all-time highs (ATHs). This powerful rally, particularly pronounced in late 2024 and throughout 2025, culminated in a significant surge on October 1, 2025, as [...]
October 1, 2025 – The cryptocurrency world is abuzz with activity surrounding XRP, as a recent price surge, ambitious rally predictions, and the strategic evolution of Ripple’s (Private Company) leadership capture the market’s attention. With the current date of October 1, 2025, XRP has navigated a tumultuous yet ultimately bullish path, marked by significant price [...]
Shares of blockchain infrastructure company Coinbase (NASDAQ:COIN) jumped 3.3% in the afternoon session after investment firm BTIG initiated coverage on the stock with a 'Buy' rating and a $410 price target. The analyst firm pointed to what it called 'underappreciated' growth areas, such as the company's derivatives business and the Base App. The positive news did not stop there, as Coinbase also surpassed $1 billion in bitcoin-backed onchain loans, showing significant growth for the service. Further bolstering investor confidence, new guidance from the SEC's staff allowed state-chartered trust companies, including Coinbase, to act as qualified custodians for crypto assets for investment advisers, clearing up regulatory uncertainty.
The “Crypto Fast Lane: Accelerating the Future of Web3” summit concluded successfully on September 30 at Singapore’s Raffles Hotel, highlighting acceleration in Web3 innovation and ecosystem development. Jointly organized by BlockDAG and global venture capital firm Blockchain Founders Fund (BFF), the one-day event brought together over 2,000 institutional representatives, investors, and developers. Coinstore participated as the technical support partner, engaging with senior representatives from leading exchanges, stablecoin providers, and notable projects to discuss the future of the global crypto ecosystem. The summit was livestreamed on YouTube, reaching tens of thousands of viewers worldwide.
Today, BlackRock bolstered its Outcome ETF suite with the launch of the iShares Large Cap 10% Target Buffer ETFs. The first ETF in the series, the iShares Large Cap 10% Target Buffer Sep ETF (CBOE:STEN), begins trading today, while the remaining funds will be listed later this month. BlackRock expects the Outcome ETF category to grow from $250 billion to $650 billion by 2030, as investors increasingly seek strategies that deliver more specific goals – such as targeted downside protection, high income, and enhanced growth.1
As September 30, 2025, draws to a close, the Financials sector has exhibited a mixed but largely resilient performance, reflecting a delicate balance between evolving interest rate expectations and a nuanced economic growth outlook. Today's trading saw investors cautiously optimistic about the potential for stabilized, albeit still elevated, interest rates,
The cryptocurrency landscape is buzzing with significant developments as BlockDAG, an emerging Layer-1 blockchain, celebrates the sale of over 20,000 mining units and seals a groundbreaking multi-year partnership with the prestigious BWT Alpine F1® Team. These milestones, largely announced and debuted in September 2025, coincide with a robust bullish sentiment surrounding Ethereum (ETH), which analysts [...]
