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Associated Press
13 hours ago
- Business
- Associated Press
Theta Capital announces Legends4Legends 2025, the premier blockchain conference for institutional allocators
AMSTERDAM, July 29, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Theta Capital Management, the blockchain venture capital fund-of-funds, is delighted to announce that the premier blockchain conference for institutional allocators, the annual Legends4Legends charity conference, will be held this year on October 16th in Amsterdam. Catering exclusively to institutional investors, family offices, and wealth advisors, Legends4Legends offers a full-day program featuring the world's leading experts to help allocators navigate the rapidly evolving blockchain landscape. Attendance is free of charge for qualifying institutions, with the conference raising funds through donations in support of the Alternatives4Children charity. This year's conference theme is: 'Blockchain Goes Mainstream: Stablecoins & Beyond'. A decade of experimentation is giving way to real-world integration. Regulatory clarity has arrived. Institutional infrastructure is in place. And stablecoins—the breakthrough use case—are already moving trillions, serving as programmable dollars for the internet economy. This isn't a promise. It's already happening—and it's just the tip of the iceberg. In a single day packed with keynotes, fireside chats and panels, we will explore the key developments already shaping the decade ahead. Together, these trends represent the beginning of a revolution in human and machine coordination: Legends4Legends is where signal meets perspective, giving allocators a clearer picture of the road ahead. What are the investable opportunities at the edge of these macro shifts? What risks and behaviors are emerging in a world where liquidity, intelligence, and coordination flow through open-source infrastructure? And how can long-term allocators and builders distinguish durable value from noise? Ruud Smets, CIO of Theta Capital, said: 'Blockchain has entered the mainstream, and this is just the beginning. Legends4Legends is the one day that allocators need to separate the signal from the noise when it comes to developments in blockchain technology.' The event features the world's leading crypto-native VCs, protocol founders and regulators, with a program that is fully-curated to bring traditional allocators up to speed with the latest developments. Early confirmed speakers include Haseeb Qureshi (Managing Partner, DragonFly), Vance Spencer (Co-Founder, Framework Ventures), Joe Marenda (Head Digital Assets, Cambridge Associates), Ben Forman (Founder, ParaFi), Jake Brukhman (Founder, CoinFund), Lasse Clausen (Founding Partner, 1kx), Michael Jordan (Co-Founder, dba), Matt Walsh (Founding Partner, Castle Island Ventures), Tarun Chitra (Co-Founder & CEO, Gauntlet), Robert Leshner (Founder, Compound Labs and Superstate), Stani Kulechov (Founder, Aave), Guy Young (Founder, Ethena Labs), with several high-profile names to follow. No other event brings together so many global thought leaders in blockchain, giving traditional investors intel and insight into the generational investment opportunity it provides. The event will take place in the EYE Film Museum in Amsterdam, and will conclude with a networking reception. The event is open to professional allocators only. Applications to attend are available via the website. Legends4Legends is a charitable event, raising money for Alternatives4Children, a leading charity in the alternative investments industry. Every year Theta Capital publishes its 'Satellite View', a comprehensive report summing up the conference and the future of investment in blockchain technology. The report features insights and outlooks from crypto's leading experts including many of the crypto-native venture funds in which Theta invests. The most recent report can be downloaded using this link: The Satellite View. About Theta Capital Founded in 2001, Theta Capital Management has been among the earliest and largest institutional investors globally to invest in blockchain technology, having deployed capital in the space since January 2018. Theta Capital works with over 50 deeply specialized VC partners leading to more than 1,000 venture style investments in the technology. Deep domain expertise has led to a leading position in the universe of crypto-native venture capital. For further information, please visit: Contact: [email protected] About Alternatives4Children Alternatives4Children (A4C) is an independent charitable foundation established in 2011 in the Netherlands with the aim to involve professionals from the (Alternative) Financial industry and the conviction that, together, we can make a difference for children in need. In 2020 we registered our UK chapter and are now open to expanding in other countries. For Further Information please visit:
Yahoo
15 hours ago
- Business
- Yahoo
U.S. Treasury yields jump 6 to 8 bps amid shocking multi-billion outflows
U.S. Treasury yields jump 6 to 8 bps amid shocking multi-billion outflows originally appeared on TheStreet. Stablecoins pegged to the U.S. dollar have begun influencing yields on the U.S. Treasury bills, as per a working paper published by the Bank for International Settlements (BIS) on May 28. Stablecoins are cryptocurrencies that strive to keep their prices stable by being linked to a fiat currency like the USD or a commodity like gold. USD-pegged stablecoins, which dominate the segment, are mostly backed by U.S. Treasury securities. Considered one of the world's safest investments, these securities are debt instruments issued by the U.S. government to raise money. When you buy one, you're essentially lending money to the government in return for yields. Notably, the USD-pegged stablecoins purchased nearly $40 billion in T-bills in 2024, even eclipsing countries like Japan, Singapore, and Germany. The BIS paper says the surge and dip in the demand for USD-pegged stablecoins have evidently been influencing yields on 3-month Treasury per the empirical analysis based on daily data during January 2021 to March 2025, BIS says an inflow of $3.5 billion into stablecoins is associated with 3-month T-bill yields falling by up to 2-2.25 basis points (bps) within 10 days. Outflows into stablecoins tend to have a quantitatively larger impact on Treasury yields than inflows, the paper highlights. For example, an outflow of the same magnitude from stablecoins is associated with 3-month T-bill yields soaring by 6-8 bps. The paper didn't find the stablecoin flows impacting yields on long-term, say 2-year and 5-year, Treasury instruments. However, there is limited evidence of a spillover effect on the 10-year debt yields. The stablecoin market is worth more than $265 billion at the time of writing; Tether's USDT and Circle's (NYSE: CRCL) USDC are the largest stablecoins. The BIS paper notes that USDT flows impact yields the most, with an average contribution of 70% on T-bill yields. USDC flows come next with a 19% contribution on yields. U.S. Treasury yields jump 6 to 8 bps amid shocking multi-billion outflows first appeared on TheStreet on Jul 28, 2025 This story was originally reported by TheStreet on Jul 28, 2025, where it first appeared. Sign in to access your portfolio
Yahoo
a day ago
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- Yahoo
U.S. Treasury yields jump 6 to 8 bps amid shocking multi-billion outflows
U.S. Treasury yields jump 6 to 8 bps amid shocking multi-billion outflows originally appeared on TheStreet. Stablecoins pegged to the U.S. dollar have begun influencing yields on the U.S. Treasury bills, as per a working paper published by the Bank for International Settlements (BIS) on May 28. Stablecoins are cryptocurrencies that strive to keep their prices stable by being linked to a fiat currency like the USD or a commodity like gold. USD-pegged stablecoins, which dominate the segment, are mostly backed by U.S. Treasury securities. Considered one of the world's safest investments, these securities are debt instruments issued by the U.S. government to raise money. When you buy one, you're essentially lending money to the government in return for yields. Notably, the USD-pegged stablecoins purchased nearly $40 billion in T-bills in 2024, even eclipsing countries like Japan, Singapore, and Germany. The BIS paper says the surge and dip in the demand for USD-pegged stablecoins have evidently been influencing yields on 3-month Treasury per the empirical analysis based on daily data during January 2021 to March 2025, BIS says an inflow of $3.5 billion into stablecoins is associated with 3-month T-bill yields falling by up to 2-2.25 basis points (bps) within 10 days. Outflows into stablecoins tend to have a quantitatively larger impact on Treasury yields than inflows, the paper highlights. For example, an outflow of the same magnitude from stablecoins is associated with 3-month T-bill yields soaring by 6-8 bps. The paper didn't find the stablecoin flows impacting yields on long-term, say 2-year and 5-year, Treasury instruments. However, there is limited evidence of a spillover effect on the 10-year debt yields. The stablecoin market is worth more than $265 billion at the time of writing; Tether's USDT and Circle's (NYSE: CRCL) USDC are the largest stablecoins. The BIS paper notes that USDT flows impact yields the most, with an average contribution of 70% on T-bill yields. USDC flows come next with a 19% contribution on yields. U.S. Treasury yields jump 6 to 8 bps amid shocking multi-billion outflows first appeared on TheStreet on Jul 28, 2025 This story was originally reported by TheStreet on Jul 28, 2025, where it first appeared.
Yahoo
2 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Truist Lowers PT on Mastercard Incorporated (MA) from $640 to $612; Maintains ‘Buy' Rating
Mastercard Incorporated (NYSE:MA) secures a place on our list of the . Pixabay/Public Domain Ahead of its Q2 earnings, Truist decreased its price target on Mastercard Incorporated (NYSE:MA) from $640 to $612, maintaining a 'Buy' rating, reflecting its continued confidence in the stock. While the Fintech sector has lagged behind the broader market's 6% gain with just a 2% gain in 2025, the analyst anticipates growth ahead. Stablecoins and crypto are gaining investor attention, and they will be discussed in the upcoming earnings calls, according to the analyst. With these discussions, companies are expected to explain how these digital assets could impact the payments landscape. While the short-term outlook may seem shaky for Mastercard Incorporated (NYSE:MA), emerging innovations in the sector continue to attract investor interest. Mastercard Incorporated (NYSE:MA), based in the U.S., offers transaction processing and other related products and services. It is one of the best ESG stocks. While we acknowledge the potential of MA as an investment, we believe certain AI stocks offer greater upside potential and carry less downside risk. If you're looking for an extremely undervalued AI stock that also stands to benefit significantly from Trump-era tariffs and the onshoring trend, see our free report on the best short-term AI stock. READ NEXT: and 11 Best Mineral Stocks to Buy According to Hedge Funds. Disclosure: None. Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Yahoo
2 days ago
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Truist Lowers PT on Mastercard Incorporated (MA) from $640 to $612; Maintains ‘Buy' Rating
Mastercard Incorporated (NYSE:MA) secures a place on our list of the . Pixabay/Public Domain Ahead of its Q2 earnings, Truist decreased its price target on Mastercard Incorporated (NYSE:MA) from $640 to $612, maintaining a 'Buy' rating, reflecting its continued confidence in the stock. While the Fintech sector has lagged behind the broader market's 6% gain with just a 2% gain in 2025, the analyst anticipates growth ahead. Stablecoins and crypto are gaining investor attention, and they will be discussed in the upcoming earnings calls, according to the analyst. With these discussions, companies are expected to explain how these digital assets could impact the payments landscape. While the short-term outlook may seem shaky for Mastercard Incorporated (NYSE:MA), emerging innovations in the sector continue to attract investor interest. Mastercard Incorporated (NYSE:MA), based in the U.S., offers transaction processing and other related products and services. It is one of the best ESG stocks. While we acknowledge the potential of MA as an investment, we believe certain AI stocks offer greater upside potential and carry less downside risk. If you're looking for an extremely undervalued AI stock that also stands to benefit significantly from Trump-era tariffs and the onshoring trend, see our free report on the best short-term AI stock. READ NEXT: and 11 Best Mineral Stocks to Buy According to Hedge Funds. Disclosure: None. Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
