Yogita Khatri
Yogita Khatri is a senior reporter at The Block and the author of The Funding newsletter. As our longest-serving editorial member, Yogita has been instrumental in breaking numerous stories, exclusives and scoops. With over 3,000 articles to her name, Yogita is The Block's most-published and most-read author of all time. Before joining The Block, Yogita wrote for CoinDesk and The Economic Times. You can reach her at [email protected] or follow her latest updates on X at @Yogita_Khatri5.
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JPMorgan Observes Shift From Gold to Bitcoin Amid Iran Conflict
According to JPMorgan analysts, there is a growing preference for bitcoin over gold as a debasement trade since the onset of the Iran conflict. This trend highlights shifting investor sentiments in response to geopolitical events, as reported by The Block.
2 months ago·The Block·Reported by Yogita Khatri
JPMorgan Estimates Strategy's Bitcoin Purchases May Hit $30 Billion
JPMorgan analysts estimate that Michael Saylor's company, Strategy, could purchase up to $30 billion in Bitcoin this year, based on current buying patterns. This forecast follows the company's acquisition of 145,834 Bitcoin, valued at about $11 billion to date, according to a report from The Block.
2 months ago·The Block·Reported by Yogita Khatri
Y Combinator Hosts Crypto Startup Interviews in New York City
Y Combinator will conduct interviews in New York City for the first time, focusing on fintech and crypto startups, according to The Block. This initiative signals a growing interest in the East Coast tech scene, especially regarding emerging financial technologies and cryptocurrencies.
2 months ago·The Block·Reported by Yogita Khatri
TD Cowen Warns Stablecoin Dispute Could Delay Crypto Bill
TD Cowen highlights that ongoing disputes over stablecoin yield may hinder the progress of a key crypto bill, potentially affecting its passage this year, according to The Block.
2 months ago·The Block·Reported by Yogita Khatri
a16z Crypto Raises $2.2 Billion for New Fund and Promotes CTO
a16z crypto has secured $2.2 billion for its fifth venture fund, highlighting trends in stablecoins and on-chain finance, according to The Block.
2 months ago·The Block·Reported by Yogita Khatri
New Hacks Pose Risks to DeFi-focused Crypto Funds
According to The Block, a recent wave of hacks within decentralized finance (DeFi) is expected to increase strain on liquid and yield-oriented crypto funds already struggling in a challenging market environment.
2 months ago·The Block·Reported by Yogita Khatri
CryptoQuant Analyzes Bitcoin's 20% April Price Surge as Speculative
CryptoQuant reports that Bitcoin's price increased approximately 20% in April, attributing the rise to speculative demand in perpetual futures markets rather than robust spot market interest. The firm cautions that this disparity could signal a potential correction in the near future. The Block covers this analysis.
2 months ago·The Block·Reported by Yogita Khatri
JPMorgan Warns Stablecoin Growth May Not Lead to Market Cap Increases
JPMorgan analysts indicate that while stablecoin transaction volume is increasing, this may not translate into a proportional rise in overall market capitalization, according to a report by The Block.
2 months ago·The Block·Reported by Yogita Khatri
MoonPay Launches Stablecoin Debit Card for Onchain Spending
MoonPay introduces the "MoonAgents Card," a stablecoin debit card tailored for AI agents and users, allowing direct spending from onchain wallets, according to The Block.
2 months ago·The Block·Reported by Yogita Khatri
Exponent Raises $5 Million in Seed Funding Led by Multicoin Capital
Exponent, a yield exchange on Solana, secures $5 million in seed funding from Multicoin Capital, as reported by The Block.
2 months ago·The Block·Reported by Yogita Khatri
Solana Ventures Leads $18 Million Funding Round for Squads' Stablecoin Platform
Squads has secured $18 million in funding to develop its stablecoin platform, Altitude, led by Solana Ventures, according to The Block.
2 months ago·The Block·Reported by Yogita Khatri·1
Nuva Secures $5.2 Million Seed Funding for RWA Yield Platform
Nuva, a marketplace focused on tokenized real-world assets (RWAs), has raised $5.2 million in seed funding, co-incubated by Animoca. The platform aims to connect issuers and users to facilitate yield generation, according to a report from The Block.
2 months ago·The Block·Reported by Yogita Khatri
Liquid Secures $18 Million to Enhance Multi-Asset Trading Platform
Liquid, a trading platform backed by Paradigm, has raised $18 million in a funding round led by Left Lane Capital and Neo, as reported by The Block. The capital is intended for expanding its 24/7 multi-asset trading capabilities.
2 months ago·The Block·Reported by Yogita Khatri
Sen. Tillis Opposes Crypto Bill Without Conflict-of-Interest Provisions
Senator Thom Tillis has expressed that he will not support the proposed crypto bill unless it includes provisions addressing conflicts of interest, according to TD Cowen. This stance presents another challenge for the legislation amid ongoing discussions in Congress.
2 months ago·The Block·Reported by Yogita Khatri
Researcher Cracks 15-Bit Elliptic Curve Key Using Quantum Computing
Giancarlo Lelli successfully derived a 15-bit elliptic curve key using a public quantum computer, earning a 1 bitcoin bounty from Project Eleven, according to The Block. This achievement is noted as the largest quantum attack to date, signaling potential implications for cryptography.
2 months ago·The Block·Reported by Yogita Khatri
3F Secures $4 Million for Leveraged Tokenized Assets
3F has successfully raised $4 million in funding, led by Maven 11 and with involvement from Fidelity's F-Prime and GSR, according to The Block. This initiative aims to provide leveraged exposure to tokenized assets, marking a significant development in the DeFi space.
2 months ago·The Block·Reported by Yogita Khatri
JPMorgan Highlights DeFi Vulnerabilities Impacting Institutional Interest
JPMorgan reports that ongoing vulnerabilities in DeFi and stagnant total value locked (TVL) are deterring institutional investments, pushing users towards stablecoins like Tether’s USDT. The bank emphasizes that these security concerns lead investors to withdraw from DeFi platforms during periods of market stress, according to The Block.
2 months ago·The Block·Reported by Yogita Khatri
Challenges Facing Crypto Legislation Highlighted by TD Cowen
TD Cowen identifies five significant challenges facing the proposed crypto legislation, as reported by The Block. These hurdles include the absence of CFTC commissioners, conflicts related to World Liberty Financial, and the implications of Iran's cryptocurrency usage.
2 months ago·The Block·Reported by Yogita Khatri
