... delays in decisions will limit the enthusiasm of some investors. However, at present, institutional interest in XRP remains robust—many significant players include it in portfolio diversification, considering the success of the Ripple ecosystem in international payments. XRP's recognition expands into global capital markets. In Japan, financial conglomerate SBI Holdings has submitted an application to launch a unique exchange-traded fund that would combine exposure to both cryptocurrencies—Bitcoin and XRP. If approved, this ETF will be the first of its kind and ...

... of the most significant national holidays in the United States, celebrated annually on the fourth Thursday of November. In 2024, it falls on November 28. Beyond its cultural and familial importance, Thanksgiving has notable implications for financial markets both domestically and internationally. The origins of Thanksgiving date back to 1621, when English settlers, known as Pilgrims, celebrated a successful harvest in Plymouth Colony, present-day Massachusetts. They shared a feast with the Wampanoag Native Americans, expressing ...

... suppliers to Europe. Although the share of LNG in the total volume of gas supplies from Russia is smaller than that of pipeline gas, it is steadily growing. Russia is actively developing its LNG projects, such as Arctic LNG 2, to maintain its place in the international market. Countries such as France and Germany continue to maintain long-term agreements with Russia, understanding that a complete replacement of LNG with American gas in the coming years is unlikely. The European Commission's statements about the possibility ...

... Banking Sector: Following the passage of the relevant law in the USA, interest in stablecoins from traditional banks has surged. Several American banks are exploring options to issue their own digital dollars or implement blockchain solutions to expedite international payments. Concurrently, major asset management firms (such as BlackRock, Fidelity, etc.) continue to advocate for the launch of cryptocurrency exchange-traded funds, bringing the cryptocurrency market closer to the stock market. As a result, the boundaries between traditional finance and cryptocurrencies are gradually blurring: digital assets are no longer seen as a niche experiment, but are becoming part of the global financial ecosystem. Crypto ...

... investors. Meanwhile, institutional interest in XRP remains robust—major players see it as a promising asset for diversification, considering Ripple's successful ecosystem development in cross-border payments. XRP's recognition is also expanding in international markets. In Japan, financial conglomerate SBI Holdings has announced the submission of an application to launch an ETF that will be the first to combine exposure to two cryptocurrencies—Bitcoin and XRP. If approved, this fund will be the first of its ...