The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has noted increasing demand for tokenized stocks, although it warns that the market remains volatile and illiquid. Investors are utilizing blockchain-based shares for smaller and after-hours trades, but the IMF points out that liquidity, legal frameworks, and settlement systems have yet to fully adapt to this new financial instrument.
Japanese treasury company Metaplanet has disclosed the sale of 10,000 BTC, followed by the purchase of 11,000 BTC at a higher average price. This move was part of an effort to improve its credit rating and access to financing, demonstrating to creditors that the company can liquidate assets to meet financial obligations.
Crypto platforms are increasingly allowing stock trading outside traditional Wall Street hours, offering investors the ability to trade stocks like American semiconductor companies even when exchanges are closed. This development aligns with crypto's long-standing goal of providing 24/7 market access, appealing to traders seeking flexibility.
Coldcard is investigating an incident where a phishing link was posted on its X (formerly Twitter) account. The company has advised users not to interact with the link and promised to provide verified updates as the investigation progresses.