Silvergate, Signature and SVB: What Their Collapse Reveals About The Nature of Banking
On Friday, March 10, 2023, the 12th-largest bank in the US was forced to close its doors, as the California state watchdog swooped in to take control of its assets. Silicon Valley Bank (SVB) had been a stalwart of the technology and startup scene for decades, providing banking services to some of the most innovative […]
How to Buy and Trade Bitcoin Safely (Updated 2023)
As the digital economy has become part and parcel of our financial lives, Bitcoin has also maintained it’s status as the face of the digital economy. (BTC) has seen meteoric growth in recent years. In May 2016, you could buy BTC for about $500. As of February 2023, a single Bitcoin is worth more than […]
The 7-step checklist to tokenizing assets
In the rapidly-evolving landscape of finance and investment, security tokens have emerged as an exciting new opportunity for entrepreneurs and investors alike. These digital assets offer a more transparent and accessible way to invest in a range of asset classes, from real estate to fine art. However, navigating the complex world of tokenization can be […]
Token Offerings in 2023: STOs vs ICOs
In the fast-paced world of startup financing, innovative methods are emerging to raise capital and attract investment. While traditional initial public offerings (IPOs) have long been a go-to solution for corporations seeking funds, the rise of the digital economy has opened up new avenues for funding. Enter blockchain-enabled fundraising methods like Initial Coin Offerings, ICOs, […]
How to Invest in Security Tokens: A Step-by-Step Illustrated Guide
Over the last few years, digital assets have led to an explosion of new investment opportunities. Perhaps the most exciting of them all is the emerging asset class of security tokens, which offer investors a way to invest in real-world assets, such as company equity, revenue streams, commodities, and bonds all through blockchain technology. Security […]
Is my crypto a security?
Over the last decade, blockchain-enabled innovation has led to a boom in the scale and scope of digital assets coming into the world. Yet, not all digital assets are created equal. While some digital assets function as currency, money, or a payment method, others might be classified in terms of the utility they provide, most […]
Regulation Should Be The Rule, Not The Exception
A Stock Day Podcast Interview with Itai Avneri During a recent Stock Day Podcast, the host, Everett Jolly, interviewed our Deputy CEO & COO. The interview couldn’t be more timely considering the many new developments on the U.S. regulatory front with regards to crypto custody, fraud and the growing efforts to set checks and balances. […]
What is a Security Token? Understanding the Basics of Tokenized Securities
Capital markets are making sure to join humanity’s shift to the digital realm, thanks in part to security tokens. Representing ownership of an underlying asset, such as stocks, bonds, real estate, or other investment products, security tokens are becoming increasingly important in the financial world. By digitizing traditional securities, security tokens can democratize access to […]
The 5 Core Benefits of Security Tokens
Security tokens are the novel asset class poised to make a breakthrough in 2023, combining the best of traditional markets and blockchain technology. On the one hand, security tokens are incredibly similar to stocks in that they can represent ownership of a company. On the other hand, being built on the blockchain means that these […]
Getting to Know Digital Asset Regulation
A revolution is underway in the field of finance, and it’s driving more and more assets into the digital realm. Blockchain-based tokens and digital assets are reaching a stage of maturity where regulation becomes essential in spurring responsible innovation going forward. If you’re building, investing, or working in the digital asset space, understanding the basics […]