MicroStrategy, now Strategy, launched a new IPO for its product "Stretch," aimed at enhancing Bitcoin-linked investments. While executives express optimism about its potential, critics question whether the company's aggressive expansion of complex financial products may lead to overexposure and investor risk.

3iQ Digital Asset Management is focusing on creating secure and accessible crypto investments for traditional investors. Led by Pascal St-Jean, the firm has pioneered a regulated Bitcoin fund and expanded into ETFs, aiming to bridge the gap between decentralized assets and regulatory frameworks.

In the latest trading session, Affirm Holdings (AFRM) closed at $66.75, marking a -3.12% move from the previous day. The stock fell short of the S&P 500, which registered a gain of 0.14% for the day. At the same time, the Dow lost 0.04%, and the tech-heavy Nasdaq gained 0.38%.
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Strategy (MSTR) has introduced STRC Preferred Stock for raising funds to buy more bitcoin, offering a 9% initial dividend and aiming to sell 5 million shares for $500 million. MSTR, a leading corporate bitcoin holder, recently raised $736 million for acquisitions.

Chris Maurice, CEO of Yellow Card, discusses the post-2024 US Presidential election growth of FinTech and cryptocurrencies in Africa on 'Bloomberg: The Close.'

Charles Schwab has expanded 24-hour trading access to 1,100 securities, including S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100 stocks and ETFs. This move aims to attract global investors, allowing them to capitalize on market opportunities and manage risk outside regular hours.

Caroline Hyde reports on Jack Dorsey's strategies for Block as crypto and digital payments become more influential in mainstream finance on "Bloomberg Markets."
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Ripple experienced significant growth, with RLUSD and XRP rising over 72% recently. Despite historical advancements in crypto regulation like the GENIUS Act, XRP remains in a state of uncertainty regarding its classification. Trust in XRP endures as its trading activity increases.

MEI Pharma is launching a $100 million private placement to accumulate Litecoin and has added its creator, Charlie Lee, to its board. This marks a unique move as it becomes the first publicly traded company to invest heavily in Litecoin amid a crypto surge.

At the end of this month (July), the Ethereum public blockchain turns 10 years old. An inordinate amount of time in the world of crypto has been spent on discussing whether or not Ethereum will succeed and become the foundation for the next iteration of global commerce and finance. All this

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Trump Media & Technology Group's stock surged over 9% after announcing a $2 billion Bitcoin acquisition, which now comprises two-thirds of its liquid assets. This move aligns with its strategy to diversify revenue and create a utility token for its ecosystem.