IPO pops are nearing 10-year highs, and tech is leading the way
Robert Weber
In the lead-up to its public offering, tech unicorn Figma (FIG) priced its shares at $33. When the stock closed its first trading session on July 31, the share price…
Digital Assets
From Curiosity to Asset Class: The Evolution of Digital Assets in the U.S. Financial Landscape
Digital assets have evolved from a niche technological experiment into a recognized asset class in the United States. Financial institutions, regulators, and individual investors are increasingly evaluating how blockchain-based assets…
From Bitcoin to Tokenized Real Estate: What “Digital Assets” Really Mean for Investors Today
Digital assets now extend far beyond Bitcoin. For U.S. investors in 2026, the category includes cryptocurrencies, stablecoins, tokenized securities, digital funds, and blockchain-based real estate interests. Regulation, institutional adoption, and…
Digital Assets Explained: How Blockchain-Based Ownership Is Moving Beyond Cryptocurrency
Digital assets are expanding far beyond cryptocurrencies. Blockchain technology now enables ownership of real-world assets, digital property, financial instruments, and intellectual rights through secure digital records. For U.S. investors and…
Stablecoins, CBDCs, and Beyond: The Expanding Role of Digital Dollars in the U.S. Economy
Stablecoins and central bank digital currencies (CBDCs) are reshaping how digital dollars move through the U.S. financial system. From faster cross-border payments to new regulatory scrutiny, digital dollar innovation is…
From Curiosity to Strategy: Why Digital Assets Are Gaining Attention Among Professionals
Digital assets—ranging from cryptocurrencies to tokenized financial instruments—are moving from niche experimentation to mainstream professional consideration. Financial advisors, portfolio managers, and institutional investors are increasingly evaluating these assets as part…
Digital Assets Explained: A Practical Guide for Long-Term Financial Planning
Digital assets—ranging from cryptocurrencies and stablecoins to tokenized securities—are increasingly part of modern financial planning. This guide explains what digital assets are, how they work, how they’re regulated in the…
China Finds Nvidia Violated Antitrust Law in Chip Deal Probe
Julia
China ruled that Nvidia Corp. (NVDA) violated anti-monopoly laws with a high-profile 2020 deal, ratcheting up the pressure on Washington during sensitive trade negotiations. The US chipmaker was found in…
The Shift Toward Digital Ownership: Why Financial Experts Are Paying Attention
Digital ownership is emerging as a defining trend in modern finance. Powered by blockchain technology, digital assets now represent everything from cryptocurrencies to tokenized real estate and digital identity systems.…
Blockchain-Based Securities: Are Tokenized Stocks the Next Phase of Market Innovation?
Tokenized stocks represent traditional equity shares issued or mirrored on blockchain infrastructure. Proponents argue they could improve settlement speed, expand global access, and reduce operational friction. Critics point to regulatory…