... 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 will emphasize XRP's growing status as a fully-fledged investment instrument on regulated platforms. Such a move could attract additional institutional capital to the token and enhance trust in XRP among conservative investors, further solidifying XRP's market positions. Other Major Altcoins: Mixed Dynamics ...

... of Bitcoin worth $2 billion . According to the company, Bitcoin now constitutes two-thirds of its liquid assets. This move demonstrates the confidence of the business sector in the long-term value of the first cryptocurrency. Metaplanet (a Japanese investment firm) increased its Bitcoin reserves in July to 17,132 BTC , adding 780 coins (~$92.5 million) at an average price of $118.6k per BTC. The total value of Metaplanet's Bitcoin assets now exceeds $2 billion. The company is steadily increasing its positions—just a year ...

... integrates more powerful AI solutions (be it an enhanced Siri or intelligent features in augmented reality glasses), they will immediately become available to hundreds of millions of users. Apple’s financial resources are nearly limitless—the company can invest in its developments or acquire promising startups, thereby increasing its innovation potential. For long-term investors, the question is whether Apple can convert its obvious strengths into a competitive advantage in the AI landscape. This will determine ...

... the form of images or interactive experiences upon customer request. 2. Hashmask, a digital collection of art galleries featuring thousands of unique portraits. 3. CryptoPunk, an exclusive collection of rare characters, including bandits and zombies. Investing in NFTs: Is It Worth It? Future Predictions The risk of a bubble is not far off; however, considering all the advantages listed above, investments in NFTs seem to be justified for the future, thanks to continuous technological advancements. Nevertheless, investing ...

... situation when the issuer cannot pay the coupon or the nominal amount. Defaults do not usually happen suddenly; investors learn about financial troubles in advance, and the bonds decrease in value. If default is declared, investors may lose their entire investment. Liquidity risk. If there are few buyers and sellers for a bond, it may not be possible to sell it at a favorable price. Inflation risk. If the yield on a bond is lower than the inflation rate, the investor's real return declines—the rise in prices reduces the purchasing power of the coupon payments. A default on ...