Colombia’s First Municipal Blockchain Rollout Sparks Debate on Public-Service Security News ETHNews
Colombia’s Cicuco municipality pioneers blockchain-backed residence certificates, enhancing public service efficiency and security. The initiative, supported by private partnerships, showcases cost-effective digital transformation for small towns.
Crypto funding soars past $1.5 billion in June with Circle IPO boost
Crypto venture capital funding surpassed $1.5 billion in June, driven by Circle’s $1.1 billion IPO. The surge reflects renewed investor confidence, with EigenLayer and other projects also securing significant investments.
Bitcoin as corporate treasury: Why Meta, Amazon and Microsoft all said no
The article explains corporate Bitcoin treasury strategies, where companies hold Bitcoin as an alternative asset. Major tech firms like Meta, Amazon, and Microsoft rejected such proposals due to shareholder concerns over volatility and risk.
How Bitcoin Reduces Counterparty Risk In Corporate Treasury Strategy
Bitcoin enables corporations to hold capital without counterparty risk when self-custodied, offering protection against systemic risks from banks, governments, and central banks in treasury strategies.
Semler Scientific Aims to Acquire 105K BTC by 2027
Semler Scientific plans to acquire 105,000 Bitcoin by 2027, appointing Joe Burnett as Director of Bitcoin Strategy. The company already holds 4,449 BTC and aims to use equity, debt, and operational cash flows.
Semler Scientific Targets Hefty Bitcoin Stash Over Next 2 Years – Decrypt
Semler Scientific plans to acquire up to 105,000 Bitcoin by 2027, aiming to become a top corporate holder. The healthcare firm will fund purchases through equity, debt, and cash flow, appointing Joe Burnett to lead Bitcoin strategy.
Bitcoin on the Balance Sheet: Why Everyone’s Copying Saylor, and What Could Go Wrong
Public companies are increasingly adopting Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies in their treasuries, with $44 billion raised. Experts analyze risks like liquidation but note improved safeguards compared to past cycles.
David Beckham-Backed Prenetics Bets $20M on Bitcoin
Prenetics, a David Beckham-backed healthcare firm, invested $20M in Bitcoin, acquiring 187.42 BTC. The move boosted its stock by 23% and signals a long-term digital asset strategy.
Major Crypto Exchanges to Accept BlackRock’s BUIDL Fund as Collateral
Crypto.com and Deribit will accept BlackRock’s BUIDL fund as collateral, offering a stable, yield-generating option for investors. BUIDL, backed by US Treasuries, has grown to $2.9B since its 2024 launch.
What is JPMorgan’s JPMD deposit token, and could it replace stablecoins?
JPMorgan introduces JPMD, a permissioned deposit token for institutional blockchain settlements, aiming to compete with stablecoins like USDT and USDC. It offers 24/7 settlements and potential interest payments.
