... half of 2025. This signals that the "window" for IPOs remains open longer than many expected, and the market is ready to absorb new stock offerings. Notably, even the cryptocurrency sector is trying to take advantage of the recovering IPO market. The cryptocurrency exchange Bullish (among its investors is Peter Thiel) has filed for an IPO in the U.S., planning a listing under the ticker BLSH with a valuation of around $4 billion. This illustrates that the revival of initial offerings encompasses a ...

... put it mildly, chaotic. Many people have been scammed, even more projects have failed to deliver on promises, and most investors are left with worthless tokens. STOs, on the other hand, comply with all regulatory requirements and allow blockchain and cryptocurrencies to regain trust. 2. Free market. Security tokens are not limited by borders or local rules in their usage. 3. Accessibility. Traditional securities contracts only apply to locals, while security tokens are accessible to anyone online. 4. Greater liquidity. Security tokens will ...

... round, Frank Westermann (co-founder of the diabetes app mySugr) is also involved. mySugr had previously invested in September 2020 through sweet.fund GmbH, the investment company founded by mySugr's creators. "Our goal is to simplify access to the cryptocurrency market for the general public. We are very pleased that we have managed to convince some of the most successful entrepreneurs and investors in Germany and Europe of our vision," explains Coinpanion’s CEO, Waltinger. The capital of €1.8 million ...

... may lead to a reduction in the number of new projects entering the market. While investors might feel more protected, they may also find themselves less flexible in asset selection. Is This the Right Move? From my perspective, it is essential for the cryptocurrency market to develop responsibly. The creation of tokens aimed at artificially inflating their value and misleading investors should be met with resistance. Investors need assurance and protective mechanisms to limit manipulation and fraud. On the flip side,...

... (2019): A corporate communications platform that chose a direct listing for more flexible market entry and to ensure liquidity for existing shareholders. Coinbase (2021): A major cryptocurrency exchange that opted for a direct listing to capitalize on the cryptocurrency market's growing popularity and attract investor attention. These examples show that a direct listing can be an effective solution for large and well-known companies that already possess a robust business model and do not require raising new capital. ...