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Bitcoin and Ethereum see gains as blockchain asserts potential in asset management

Published 16/11/2023, 15:28
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NEW YORK - The cryptocurrency market is witnessing a notable upswing, with Bitcoin trading above $37,000, an increase of 7.5% this month after a significant 28% rise in October. Ethereum is also experiencing upward momentum, mirroring Bitcoin's positive trajectory. This resurgence is attributed to the robust applications of blockchain technology, particularly in decentralized finance (DeFi) and play-to-earn (P2E) gaming.

Over 80,000 accounts now hold at least $1 million in Bitcoin, signaling a strong recovery from the 2021 downturn. Ethereum has been spotlighted as a potential wealth multiplier due to its decentralized applications (dApps) and smart contracts that are set to revolutionize DeFi and P2E games with non-fungible tokens (NFTs), paving the way for a new era of internet control, often referred to as "Web3."

Adding to the crypto landscape's dynamism is Galaxy Fox (GFOX), which is generating buzz with its innovative approach to residual income through gaming and staking tokens via its Galaxy Fox Stargate. The project's upcoming NFT collection will feature characters from the Galaxy Fox Ecosystem, offering 3,000 NFTs for minting and trading. The presale of Galaxy Fox's tokens at $0.0066 each witnessed high demand and passed an audit by Crypto Hub, with experts predicting an impressive 1000x price increase by the end of the year.

In a broader financial context, JPMorgan and Apollo have joined forces with the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) to highlight blockchain's transformative potential in asset management through asset tokenization. Meanwhile, in the UK, a sharp decline in inflation for October has fueled expectations for interest rate cuts in the spring. These expectations, coupled with strong wage growth and declining unemployment rates, have strengthened the British Pound against major currencies.

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Despite economic challenges worldwide, HSBC Holdings (NYSE:HSBC) PLC has maintained strong earnings within its core market in Hong Kong by capitalizing on its unique market position. This financial resilience amidst global economic fluctuations underscores the diverse strategies institutions employ to navigate uncertain markets.

The convergence of blockchain's growing influence in traditional finance and its expanding role in emerging sectors like gaming and NFTs illustrates a broader acceptance and integration of cryptocurrency technologies into mainstream economic activities. As these technologies continue to evolve, they offer promising avenues for investment and innovation across various industries.

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