Hey everyone,
Welcome back to Adoption Friday with adoption news from around the world. In this week’s batch:
- 🇺🇸 Robinhood CEO urges tokenized securities rules
- 🇺🇸 Arizona & Utah eye Bitcoin in state portfolios
- 🇷🇺 Russia considers Bitcoin mining with surplus energy
- 🇨🇿 Czech National Bank mulls Bitcoin investment
- 🇺🇸 Trump’s CBDC ban may boost crypto adoption
🇺🇸 Robinhood CEO urges tokenized securities rules
Robinhood CEO Vlad Tenev warned that the US could lose its edge in financial markets if clear rules for tokenized securities are not established. He argued that blockchain-based assets could provide broader investment opportunities and urged regulators to create a framework for tokenized securities, allowing retail investors access to high-growth firms. Tenev also advocated for updating the accredited investor rule to democratize investment opportunities. The lack of regulatory clarity in the US could lead to the country falling behind in financial innovation compared to other global hubs.
Our take: Tenev’s right, bringing tokenized securities into the regulatory fold would open new doors for investors and keep the US competitive in the global market.
Read more here.
🇺🇸 Arizona & Utah eye Bitcoin in state portfolios
Arizona and Utah are making legislative progress to include Bitcoin in their state portfolios. Arizona aims to become the first state to invest public funds in Bitcoin, while Utah has also advanced legislation supporting Bitcoin reserves. If approved, Arizona will set a precedent for state-level Bitcoin investment, and Utah’s proposed legislation still needs to pass through the state legislature and receive the governor’s approval.
Our take: Looks like Arizona and Utah are leading the charge in state-level crypto excitement. They’re paving the way for others to blend Bitcoin into their financial strategies.
Read more here.
🇷🇺 Russia considers Bitcoin mining with surplus energy
Russia’s state-owned electricity company, Rosseti, is considering using surplus energy for Bitcoin mining to increase energy efficiency and generate tax revenue. This move aligns with the Russian government’s efforts to integrate cryptocurrency into the economy, but there are restrictions on Bitcoin mining in some energy-constrained regions to prevent grid overload during high-demand periods.
Our take: Russia’s gearing up for a win-win situation: tapping into crypto’s potential while leveraging surplus energy smartly.
Read more here.
🇨🇿 Czech National Bank mulls Bitcoin investment
The Czech National Bank is considering investing up to 5% of its reserves, about $7.3 billion, into Bitcoin. Governor Aleš Michl sees Bitcoin as a diversification tool amid increasing institutional adoption and shifting US policies. Despite acknowledging the risks and volatility of Bitcoin, he believes its rising adoption justifies its inclusion in national reserves.
Our take: The Czech Republic is acting boldly, looking to Bitcoin as a new piece in its financial puzzle. It’s a calculated risk with potentially high rewards.
Read more here.
🇺🇸 Trump’s CBDC ban may boost crypto adoption
In response to an executive order signed by Donald Trump, the ban on central bank digital currencies (CBDCs) could significantly impact institutional cryptocurrency adoption in the US. Industry experts believe that the ban and the establishment of a new crypto task force could lead to a clearer regulatory landscape and attract more big investors. The ban on CBDCs is seen as a bet on the existing crypto market, potentially boosting the legitimacy and market value of cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin and Ethereum.
Our take: Trump’s move might just be a big push for cryptos as established alternatives to CBDCs. With clearer rules, major investors could rally around Bitcoin and Ethereum even more.
Read more here.
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