ARK 21Shares Bitcoin ETF Common Shares of Beneficial Interests (BATS: ARKB)

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In seeking to achieve its investment objective, the Trust will hold bitcoin. The Trust is sponsored by 21Shares US LLC (the Sponsor), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Amun Holdings Ltd. The Sponsor has entered into a marketing and sub-advisory agreement (the Support Services Agreement) with ARK Investment Management LLC (the Sub-Adviser) to serve as the Trusts sub-adviser and provide assistance in the marketing of the Shares.

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거대 투자은행 골드만삭스(NYSE:GS)가 최근 미국 증권거래위원회(SEC)에 제출한 자료에 따르면, 2024년 4분기에 비트코인(CRYPTO: BTC) 및 이더리움(CRYPTO: ETH) 현물 ETF 주식을 더 많이 매입한 것으로 나타났다.

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비트코인(CRYPTO: BTC)과 이더리움(CRYPTO: ETH) 현물 ETF는 지난 4일 동안 각각 32억 6천만 달러와 7,443만 달러의 유입을 기록했다.

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ARK 21Shares Bitcoin ETF Common Shares of Beneficial Interests

A simple pizza delivery turned into an incredible story of generosity after a 20-year-old driver braved a snowstorm to deliver an order—only to get a measly $2.15 tip from a customer in an affluent neighborhood.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">The $2 Tip That Started It All</h2>
On Jan. 11, Lt. Richard Craig—known as Officer Craig on TikTok—was on duty in Brownsburg, Indiana, when he spotted Connor Stephanoff trekking through the snow in sneakers and sweatpants, carrying a pizza. Curious about his situation, Craig asked how much he got tipped.
"Two dollars," Stephanoff answered. Craig was floored. "Man, cold-blooded! Two dollars!" he exclaimed in disbelief.
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Realizing the harsh conditions Stephanoff was working in, Craig gave him $15 of his own money and posted the encounter on TikTok. The <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@officercraig/video/7458528700187839775">video</a>, showing Stephanoff trudging through deep snow after parking his car nearly half a mile away, quickly went viral, racking up thousands of views and comments from outraged viewers.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Turning Frustration Into Action</h2>
Craig couldn't shake the unfairness of the situation, so he launched a <a href="https://www.gofundme.com/f/support-rockstar-pizza-drivers-dedication">GoFundMe campaign</a> on Jan. 12 titled "Support Rockstar Pizza Driver's Dedication." He initially hoped to raise just $500 to reward Stephanoff's dedication.
"I would LOVE to raise at least $500 for this guy!" Craig wrote in the fundraiser description, praising Stephanoff's work ethic and commitment despite the harsh conditions.
But the internet had bigger plans.
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Over $45K Raised in Weeks</h2>
In just over a month, donations exploded past $45,000, with more than 2,100 people chipping in. The highest donation—$1,500 from an anonymous donor—was just one example of how much support Stephanoff received from strangers who were touched by his story.
Comments flooded in, with one donor writing: "This story made my day! Keep working hard, pizza delivery guy! You're the kind of person that makes this world go ‘round." Others shared their own experiences as former delivery drivers, emphasizing how rare such dedication is these days. &#8220;I'm gonna do what that pizza customer should have done that day. Props to you for keeping cool regardless of their horrible treatment. Never stop being the amazing person that you are. I see you.&#8221;
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">A Life-Changing Outcome</h2>
Stephanoff, who borrows his grandmother's car to make deliveries, <a href="http://today.com/">told Today.com</a> that he now plans to use the funds to buy his own car, help his grandmother with bills, and, if there's anything left, pursue a college degree in history or business.
Reflecting on the unexpected generosity, he said, "Oh, this is real!" when he saw the donations rolling in. Meanwhile, Craig summed up the entire experience with a simple truth: "Good things come to good people who do the right thing."
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'Man, Cold-Blooded! Two Dollars!' — Officer Steps Up And Crowdfunds $45K For Pizza Driver Who Got A Shockingly Low Tip In Snowstorm

Gerber Kawasaki Wealth &amp; Investment Management CEO Ross Gerber, a Tesla Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>) shareholder, anticipates a 50% plummet in the stock&#8217;s price this year.
What Happened: Gerber had earlier offloaded approximately $60 million worth of Tesla shares, citing concerns over the company&#8217;s dwindling popularity. 
Despite a brief spike following the 2024 election, Tesla&#8217;s shares have witnessed a 16% decline this year and have fallen 4% since Gerber&#8217;s remarks in December.
In his conversation <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/tesla-stock-price-2025-outlook-crash-elon-musks-gerber-tsla-2025-2">with</a> Insider, Gerber detailed four reasons behind his pessimistic forecast for Tesla. He expressed skepticism over Elon Musk&#8216;s ambitious goal of rolling out an autonomous taxi network in Austin, Texas, by June.
&#8220;All of this stuff is going to come to roost this year because he put this deadline on full self driving working in a couple months. It almost seems impossible for that to happen,&#8221; Gerber told the outlet. 
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He also voiced concerns about Tesla&#8217;s self-driving platform, which depends on cameras rather than LIDAR sensors.
Gerber also indicated that Musk&#8217;s emphasis on AI could prove harmful to Tesla. He suggested that Tesla&#8217;s primary business of car sales is slowing down due to rising competition from BYD, the world&#8217;s largest EV manufacturer based in China. 
&#8220;His 100% focus is on AI, and that&#8217;s really a detriment to Tesla more than it&#8217;s a plus for xAI and all the other businesses because he doesn&#8217;t work at Tesla anymore,&#8221; Gerber said. &#8220;If he were putting all of his time into full self-driving, I&#8217;d feel a lot more confident about Tesla.&#8221;
He also underscored the potential backlash Tesla may face owing to Musk&#8217;s close ties with President Donald Trump.
&#8220;What this does is it creates this anger. I&#8217;ve never seen this anger towards Tesla, but it&#8217;s not toward Tesla as the company, it&#8217;s because of Elon, this is the only way people can take it out,&#8221; Gerber added.
Gerber&#8217;s bearish perspective is echoed by several prominent Wall Street firms, including JPMorgan, which has set&nbsp;a $135 price target for&nbsp;Tesla stock, indicating a potential 60% downside from its current levels.
Why It Matters: Gerber&#8217;s prediction comes at a time when Tesla&#8217;s stock performance has been under scrutiny. The company&#8217;s shares have been on a downward trajectory this year, and Gerber&#8217;s comments add to the growing concerns about Tesla&#8217;s future prospects. 
His concerns about Tesla&#8217;s autonomous driving platform and the potential backlash due to Musk&#8217;s association with President Trump underscore the challenges that Tesla may face in the coming years.
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Former Tesla Booster Now Warns Stock Faces Major Pain in 2025

Apple Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAPL#NASDAQ">AAPL</a>) has reportedly withdrawn its most secure cloud storage service, Advanced Data Protection (ADP), from the UK after the British government <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/global/25/02/43554574/apple-faces-mounting-pressure-from-uk-government-to-grant-spying-access-to-encrypted-data-of-users-worldwide" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">demanded secret access to user data</a>.
The decision follows an order under the UK&#8217;s Investigatory Powers Act, which would have required Apple to provide a &#8220;backdoor&#8221; to iPhone backups and cloud data, enabling law enforcement to access information otherwise protected by encryption, The Financial Times reports.
The company stated that it could no longer offer ADP to new UK users, and current users would eventually be forced to disable the feature, the report further noted, citing a statement from Apple.
Since the service was introduced in December 2022, British Apple users had to opt in to benefit from the advanced security.
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As of February 2025, attempts to activate ADP in the UK have now resulted in an error message.
The British government&#8217;s request to access encrypted data through a &#8220;backdoor&#8221; has drawn criticism, with experts warning it would undermine online privacy and security for UK users, BBC reports.
Prof Alan Woodward, a cybersecurity expert, called the move an &#8220;act of self-harm,&#8221; as BBC dds, while online privacy advocate Caro Robson labeled it as an unprecedented step for a company to pull a product rather than comply with a government directive.
This development highlights the tension between national security demands and digital privacy rights, raising concerns over the global impact of such policies on technology companies.
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Singer-songwriter John Legend famously sang, &#8220;We&#8217;re just ordinary people,&#8221; but he and his wife, Chrissy Teigen, have far-from-ordinary bank accounts.
It&#8217;s just as well because after the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/25/01/43300232/rebuilding-la-could-take-up-to-a-decade-according-to-experts-heres-what-a-new-la-could-look-like">L.A. wildfires</a>, the soulful crooner, 46, <a href="https://www.wsj.com/real-estate/john-legend-my-favorite-dream-7b77f0af?mod=real-estate_lead_pos1">told The Wall Street Journal</a>, the family is considering saying goodbye to the West Coast and returning to New York.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Collective Trauma</h2>
&#8220;Watching TV in the family room, our fears grew. When the Sunset fire began to expand on Jan. 9, the danger felt too close for comfort,&#8221; he told The Journal. &#8220;That night, my wife and I gathered our four kids, four dogs, and bearded dragon and drove south to a hotel in Carlsbad. We didn&#8217;t return until the following week,&#8221; he said. &#8220;Our home was safe, but many weren&#8217;t so fortunate, and the threat still looms. The fires were a collective trauma that shook everyone, including our kids.&#8221;
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Legend added, &#8220;Chrissy and I have always considered returning to New York, where we once lived. We probably will, once our youngest ones grow up a bit.&#8221;
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">$100 Million Couple</h2>
The Ivy League-educated singer, who graduated from the University of Pennsylvania, and his wife are estimated to have a net worth that hovers around $100 million, according to multiple websites, the accuracy of which cannot be verified. The following calculations help shed light on this lofty number.
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<li>Seven seasons as a judge on "The Voice," earning about<a href="https://stylecaster.com/lists/the-voice-judges-salaries/john-legend-voice-salary/"> $60 million in total</a>.</li>
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<li>They have an expansive real estate portfolio, including a $5.1 million West Hollywood home and a $17.5 million <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/real-estate/25/01/43345883/drake-seeking-high-rolling-tenant-at-250k-monthly-for-beverly-hills-mansion">Beverly Hills</a> mansion. They sold their two New York City penthouses for <a href="https://www.nytimes.com/2022/06/25/realestate/john-legend-chrissy-teigen-nolita-penthouses.html#:~:text=Big%20Ticket-,John%20Legend%20and%20Chrissy%20Teigen%20Sell%20a%20Pair%20of%20Penthouses,sold%20for%20around%20%2456%20million.">$16.8 Million</a> in June 2022.</li>
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<li>Another source of income not usually mentioned in net worth round-ups is Legend&#8217;s music publishing. In 2022,<a href="https://www.latimes.com/entertainment-arts/business/story/2022-01-06/john-legend-sells-music-catalog-joining-dylan-and-springsteen#:~:text=KKR%20has%20spent%20heavily%20since,music%20being%20performed%20via%20streaming.%E2%80%9D"> he sold the rights to his music</a> to an alliance of <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/insights/news/25/02/43626316/comparing-kkr-with-industry-competitors-in-capital-markets-industry">KKR</a> &amp; Co. and BMG. The financial terms were not disclosed.</li>
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<li>In 2020,<a href="https://variety.com/2020/music/news/john-legend-bigger-love-music-mogul-1234731024/"> Variety</a> estimated that Legend&#8217;s disparate income streams, including LVE, his Napa Valley wine brand, see he &#8220;earns between $50 million and $100 million per year from his various projects.&#8221; </li>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">One Of The World's Highest Paid Models</h2>
In 2017, Forbes estimated that Teigen was one of the highest-paid models in the world, earning<a href="https://www.forbes.com/pictures/59f65cc231358e542c04644e/3-chrissy-teigen-1/"> $13.5 million</a>. The following year, she made<a href="https://www.forbes.com/sites/natalierobehmed/2018/12/13/highest-paid-models-2018-kendall-jenner-leads-with-22-5-million/"> $11.5 million</a>—largely from endorsements, TV hosting, social media, and cookbooks. Based on her yearly revenue, her contribution to the family coffers is not insubstantial, which puts these ordinary people into a very extraordinary wealth bracket.
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John Legend & Chrissy Teigen Plan To Quit LA For New York After Wildfires. They Can Take Their Pick With $100 Million Fortune

The Supreme Court has rejected a plea by President Donald Trump for an immediate dismissal of <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/25/02/43758634/mary-trump-warns-dni-gabbard-could-lead-to-catastrophic-outcome-a-known-russian-asset-defender-of-murderous-dictator-assad">Office of Special Counsel chief Hampton Dellinger</a>.
What Happened: The Supreme Court has denied Trump&#8217;s appeal to immediately fire Dellinger, who is responsible for protecting government whistleblowers. This decision allows Dellinger to maintain his position for a few more days.
A report <a href="https://www.mediaite.com/news/denied-trump-emergency-appeal-to-fire-watchdog-immediately-rejected-in-unsigned-supreme-court-order/">by</a> Mediaite says Trump had dismissed Dellinger via a direct email two weeks ago. However, U.S. District Judge Amy Berman Jackson quickly ordered his reinstatement following a lawsuit filed by Dellinger.
Last Friday, the Supreme Court upheld Judge Jackson&#8217;s Temporary Restraining Order (TRO) against Trump&#8217;s motion to vacate the order. The unsigned order was based on the fact that the TRO is due to expire in a few days.
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The order also pointed out that while the&nbsp;Court typically does not have&nbsp;appellate jurisdiction over TROs, the&nbsp;Government urged it to interpret&nbsp;the TRO as a preliminary&nbsp;injunction or to exercise jurisdiction&nbsp;under the All Writs Act&nbsp;due to the restrained core executive power.
Justices Neil Gorsuch and Samuel Alito dissented.
Why It Matters: This decision is significant as it highlights the ongoing legal battles involving the former president. The Supreme Court&#8217;s decision to uphold the TRO against Trump&#8217;s motion to vacate the order underscores the judiciary&#8217;s role in checking executive power. 
The case also brings to light the importance of the Office of Special Counsel in safeguarding government whistleblowers, a role that has been under scrutiny during Trump&#8217;s presidency. 
The decision to allow Dellinger to retain his position, albeit temporarily, is a testament to the checks and balances inherent in the U.S. legal system.
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Trump's Bid To Remove Watchdog Denied By Supreme Court — What's Behind His Urgency?

President Donald Trump has expressed confidence in his ability to persuade Russian President Vladimir Putin to release thousands of Ukrainian children who have been kidnapped amid the ongoing conflict.
What Happened: Trump voiced his belief during a conversation with&nbsp;Fox News <a href="https://radio.foxnews.com/2025/02/21/president-donald-trump-on-his-frustration-with-zelenskyy/">Radio</a>. He said, &#8220;I&nbsp;believe I could, yes. I&nbsp;didn't know too much about&nbsp;it. I&nbsp;was hearing about it yesterday.&nbsp;It's pretty tough stuff, but&nbsp;I believe I could do&nbsp;that.&#8221;
The pro-Kyiv non-profit&nbsp;Razom for Ukraine&nbsp;has reported that Russian forces have kidnapped&nbsp;19,546 Ukrainian children since 2022.&nbsp;The United Nations Commission of&nbsp;Inquiry on Ukraine stated in 2023 that the majority of these children were taken from Russian-controlled territories in eastern Ukraine and moved further into Russia.
Some of these children were granted Russian citizenship and put into foster care, while others have&nbsp;lost all contact with their&nbsp;biological families. Parents have reported to&nbsp;the UN commission that their&nbsp;children are being subjected to mistreatment, including physical abuse and being forced to wear unclean clothes.
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According to the report <a href="https://nypost.com/2025/02/21/us-news/trump-i-believe-i-could-convince-putin-to-free-thousands-of-kidnapped-ukrainian-kids/">by </a>New York Post, the commission has termed Russia&#8217;s child deportation practices as a &#8220;war crime&#8221; and a breach of international humanitarian law, calling on&nbsp;Moscow to release all Ukrainian&nbsp;deportees and detainees.
While some children have been returned to Ukraine through successful charity operations, thousands still remain in enemy territory.&nbsp;Mykola Murskyj, advocacy director of&nbsp;Razom for Ukraine, underscored the seriousness of the situation, stating, &#8220;Trafficking&nbsp;children goes against everything we&nbsp;stand for as America. We&nbsp;cannot and must not falter&nbsp;in our fight against evil.&#8221;
Why It Matters: This development comes amidst a backdrop of escalating tensions and ongoing conflict in Europe. The kidnapping and mistreatment of Ukrainian children by Russian forces has been a significant point of contention, with international bodies and non-profits alike condemning the actions as war crimes. 
Trump&#8217;s assertion that he could influence Putin to release these children, if true, could potentially lead to a significant breakthrough in this humanitarian crisis. 
However, the actual feasibility and potential implications of such an intervention remain to be seen.
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Global

Trump Says He Could Influence Putin To Free Kidnapped Ukrainian Children: 'It's Pretty Tough Stuff, But I Believe I Could Do That'

Billionaire entrepreneur Mark Cuban is raising the alarm about a brewing battle that he believes will reshape the future of power in the U.S. In a series of recent Bluesky <a href="https://bsky.app/profile/mcuban.bsky.social/post/3liaw4s65c22z">posts</a>, Cuban predicted that the biggest showdown yet will be between Elon Musk and Donald Trump, with AI at the center of the fight.
According to Cuban, AI is quickly becoming the most powerful tool in the world, rivaling even military strength. He believes that the next U.S. president must be technologically competent to keep the country competitive, especially as AI continues to evolve.
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Cuban envisions Musk pushing AI-driven automation in ways that directly conflict with Trump's desire to control certain aspects of governance. "Elon will try to implement AI in a manner that automates much of what Trump is now trying to control. Trump will have no understanding of what is going on and will have to turn to the AI oligarchs to support him in this battle," Cuban <a href="https://bsky.app/profile/mcuban.bsky.social/post/3liay2ghdec2o">warned</a>.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">A Battle of Business and Politics</h2>
Cuban doesn't just see this as a political fight—he believes it will be the greatest business battle in history. If Musk ever attempts to integrate AI into federal processes, a war between AI companies will erupt over which firms secure government contracts. "The battle will be fought over which company's AI will be used by the feds. This is a zero-sum battle that will create more chaos than this country has ever seen," he said.
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Apparently, trillions of dollars are at stake. Cuban <a href="https://bsky.app/profile/mcuban.bsky.social/post/3liaw4s6e4s2z">noted</a> that major tech companies—Meta (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/META#NASDAQ">META</a>), Google (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOG#NASDAQ">GOOG</a>), Amazon (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMZN#NASDAQ">AMZN</a>), Microsoft (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSFT#NASDAQ">MSFT</a>), OpenAI, Anthropic, and Musk's ventures—are all vying for control. "This is a zero-sum game and the exact reason <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/25/01/43056464/giving-millions-and-kissing-the-ring-when-trillions-are-at-stake-is-nothing-says-mark-cuban-explaining-why-big-tech-supports-trump">every tech bro has kissed the ring</a>. We are talking tens of TRILLIONS IN MARKET CAP."
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">AI's Unpredictable Future</h2>
Cuban has long expressed concerns about <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/startups/24/11/42235738/in-just-16-months-elon-musk-achieved-with-xai-what-took-openai-nearly-nine-years-to-accomplish">AI's rapid development</a>, saying that unlike past technological revolutions, it's nearly impossible to predict where AI will take us. "I've <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/education/24/10/41234173/how-mark-cuban-turned-broadcast-com-into-5-7b-sale-we-were-the-youtube-of-our-day">been in technology for a long time</a>, and you can always look at a new tech, PCs, networks, the internet, streaming, whatever, and say, ‘OK, in five years, this is what's going to happen, right,' and have a good sense. With AI, you can't do that," <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/startups/24/08/40431659/mark-cuban-says-everybodys-chasing-power-and-nothing-will-give-you-more-power-than-military-and-ai">he explained</a>.
Despite the uncertainty, Cuban is certain that the U.S. is the leader in AI development and must hold onto that advantage. Countries are now competing not just for better technology but for control over algorithms, which shape public opinion and decision-making. "If you want to influence somebody, just manipulate the algorithm, and you'll get their attention," he said.
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Americans&#8217; confidence in the economy remains in solidly negative territory as Gallup&#8217;s Economic Confidence Index (ECI) holds <a href="https://news.gallup.com/poll/657044/economic-confidence-index-steady-february.aspx" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">steady </a>at -19 <a href="https://in.benzinga.com/trading-ideas/25/02/43827291/exclusive-will-trumps-tariffs-hurt-or-help-stock-market-59-say-this" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">for February, the same as January</a>.
This index measures both public evaluations of current economic conditions and their outlook on the economy&#8217;s future.
The February survey reveals a shift in how Americans view the current state of the economy.
While 20% still consider it &#8220;excellent&#8221; or &#8220;good,&#8221; this is down from 26% in January.
On the flip side, the number of people labeling the economy as &#8220;poor&#8221; dropped from 40% to 33%, with a notable increase in those describing conditions as &#8220;only fair,&#8221; which now stands at 45%, up from 33% last month.
Meanwhile, according to the University of Michigan&#8217;s monthly consumer <a href="http://www.sca.isr.umich.edu/">survey</a>, consumer confidence took a significant dip in February, marking a nearly 10% decline from January.
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The Consumer Sentiment Index fell from 71.7 in January to 64.7 in February.
This sharp decrease is largely attributed to consumer concerns over tariff hikes and their potential impact on inflation, The Hill <a target="_blank" href="https://thehill.com/business/5157665-consumer-confidence-dips-in-trumps-first-month-as-tariff-threats-drive-inflation-fears/" rel="noreferrer noopener">reports</a>.
In early February, President Donald Trump approved a 25% tariff on imports from Mexico and Canada, which were eventually delayed after both countries took steps to curb the flow of drugs at their borders.
Additionally, Trump imposed a 10% tariff on Chinese imports, raised aluminum tariffs to 25%, and reinstated the full power of steel tariffs. These actions sparked worries about rising inflation, with inflation expectations for the next year jumping from 3.3% to 4.3%, while long-term inflation expectations increased from 3.2% to 3.5%.
Alongside the rise in inflation expectations, the consumer price index also showed an uptick, rising 3% year-over-year in January, up from 2.9% in December.
This marked the fourth consecutive month of inflation growth, The Hill adds.
The survey also revealed a partisan split in consumer sentiment. Both Democrats and independents saw a decline in sentiment, while Republicans&#8217; views remained largely unchanged.
Similarly, inflation expectations rose among Democrats and independents but fell slightly for Republicans.
In a recent <a target="_blank" href="https://emersoncollegepolling.com/february-2025-national-poll-trump-presidential-approval-at-48-musk-doge-job-approval-at-41/" rel="noreferrer noopener">poll </a>by Emerson College, Trump&#8217;s approval rating stood at 48%, with <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/02/43847433/trump-approval-rating-declines-in-february-unpopular-domestic-and-foreign-policy-ideas" rel="noreferrer noopener">42% disapproving of his performance</a>.
Despite strong approval for his election win in January, his recent tariff decisions and exploration of territorial expansion have seen a decrease in support, particularly concerning their potential impact on the stock market.
This shift in consumer sentiment highlights growing concerns over economic policies and inflation.
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North Korea&#8217;s infamous Lazarus Group is suspected to be the mastermind behind the $1.4 billion Ethereum (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/eth/usd">ETH</a>) hack on cryptocurrency exchange Bybit, as per findings from blockchain data platform Arkham Intelligence.
What Happened:&nbsp;According to the report, Lazarus Group, a state-sponsored hacking organization from North Korea, is believed to have pilfered&nbsp;over $1.4 billion worth of&nbsp;Ethereum and related tokens from Bybit last Friday. 
This suspicion was drawn from on-chain data analysis that linked the activity to previous attacks associated with the Lazarus Group.
The link was established by an anonymous on-chain investigator known as ZachXBT, who has a history of solving numerous crypto hacks. His report included a detailed analysis of test transactions, connected wallets used before the exploit, and several forensic graphs and timing analyses, reports <a href="https://decrypt.co/307304/north-korea-lazarus-group-bybit-hack-arkham">reports</a> Decrypt.
Arkham Intelligence&nbsp;had previously announced a bounty of nearly $30,000 in ARKM tokens for information leading to the identification of the hackers behind the massive Bybit hack. The hack not only impacted Bybit but also sent shockwaves through the crypto markets.
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The Lazarus Group, a collective of&nbsp;North Korean state-sponsored crypto hackers,&nbsp;is considered one&nbsp;of the most sophisticated on-chain&nbsp;operators globally. 
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Last year, they reportedly stole&nbsp;over $1.3 billion from various&nbsp;projects, accounting for 61% of all illicitly obtained crypto&nbsp;in 2024, according to Chainalysis.
Currently, the specifics of the recent hack, the&nbsp;largest in crypto history based&nbsp;on asset prices at the&nbsp;time of the incident, remain unclear. 
Bybit claimed that the exploit involved a &#8220;sophisticated attack&#8221;&nbsp;that masked the signing interface&nbsp;of a multi-signature transaction, making&nbsp;a hacker-controlled wallet appear as&nbsp;the intended recipient address.
Why It Matters: The magnitude of this hack underscores the growing threat of state-sponsored cybercrime in the crypto space. The Lazarus Group&#8217;s suspected involvement highlights the sophistication and scale of such operations. 
This incident serves as a stark reminder of the security vulnerabilities inherent in the crypto market and the need for robust security measures to protect against such sophisticated attacks.
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Buyer's remorse frequently accompanies large purchases, particularly if you don't have the financial means to make that purchase. Personal finance expert <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/personal-finance/25/01/43086362/retiring-with-zero-money-and-a-nice-paid-for-house-is-not-a-plan-dave-ramsey-tells-59-year-old-with-no-retirement-savings">Dave Ramsey</a> stands by a simple rule to determine whether an abnormal purchase or charitable donation is too much.&nbsp;
"We use the burn the money in the middle of the floor thing," Ramsey said on The Ramsey Show. "If I took this much money and set fire to it, does my life change? If the answer is yes, then it&#8217;s too expensive."
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It's no secret that Ramsey is a fan of budgeting. He consistently emphasizes the importance of this exercise, especially when it comes to making large purchases. In a recent <a href="https://www.facebook.com/reel/1005173921662454">Facebook post</a>, he wrote, &#8220;There&#8217;s nothing wrong with <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/personal-finance/25/02/43443687/dave-ramsey-says-if-you-want-to-waste-5000-a-year-spend-13-70-a-day-on-things-you-dont-need">spending money</a> on things you enjoy &#8211; just make sure you&#8217;ve planned for it! That plan is called a budget.&#8221;&nbsp;
By mapping out expenses ahead of time, individuals can ensure they are spending within their means and not jeopardizing their <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/personal-finance/25/02/43499935/worldwide-57-expect-the-next-generation-to-be-worse-off-financially-what-drives-this-economic-pessimism">financial stability</a>.
Many Americans struggle with buyer's remorse, often due to impulse purchases or unnecessary spending. A <a href="https://www.ipsos.com/en-us/many-americans-have-experienced-buyers-remorse">2023 Google/Ipsos poll</a> found that:
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<li>Roughly two in five Americans (42%) have bought something on sale only to later regret it.</li>
<li>The primary reason for regretting a purchase is realizing they didn't need the item (62%).</li>
<li>Impulse purchasing (42%) and already owning too many things (34%) are also common causes of regret.</li>
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In the poll, respondents were asked about tips to avoid buyer's remorse. Over half of Americans (53%) believe that one way to combat regret is by price comparing across retailers. Comparatively, 47% agree that adequate research for products can help alleviate buyer's remorse.&nbsp;
Ramsey's approach aligns with this mindset—by evaluating the true impact of a purchase or donation, individuals can avoid spending decisions they may later regret.
While Ramsey advocates for financial discipline, he also acknowledges the importance of allowing some discretionary spending. In <a href="https://www.ramseysolutions.com/budgeting/fun-money-in-budget">an article</a> on Ramsey Solutions, they explained that budgeting for &#8220;fun money&#8221; ensures people can enjoy occasional indulgences without derailing their financial goals.&nbsp;
"We talk a lot about goals and how they need to be the perfect balance of empowering and realistic," Ramsey Solutions wrote. "Fun money helps you with the realistic side because it lets you stick to your goals and have a treat every now and then. Fun money also helps you remember a budget isn't all about restrictions."
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The key is to set a fixed amount and stick to it—once the fun money is spent, it's gone. This helps maintain financial balance while still allowing for small luxuries.
Charitable giving is also an important value for many, including Ramsey, but he advises people to ensure their generosity aligns with their financial situation. If giving away a certain amount would create financial strain, it may be too much. Instead, he recommends planning for generosity within a budget, just as one would for other expenses.
Ramsey's approach to evaluating major purchases and donations is rooted in financial responsibility and intentionality. By using a budget, planning ahead, and considering the impact of an expense, individuals can make confident financial choices without experiencing regret. For those looking to apply Ramsey's principles, his straightforward test serves as a practical guide: if losing the money would negatively impact your <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/personal-finance/24/02/36960367/average-person-believes-financial-happiness-comes-with-a-1-2-million-price-tag-revealing-money-c">financial well-being</a>, it's likely too much to spend.
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Investor and author Robert Kiyosaki, has predicted a &#8220;giant crash&#8221; in the market. Despite this, he is confident that Bitcoin (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/btc/usd">BTC</a>) <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/25/02/43423389/robert-kiyosaki-predicts-gold-silver-bitcoin-crash-over-trumps-tariffs-says-its-a-buying-moment">will be the first to recover</a>.
What Happened: In a post on X on Friday, Kiyosaki anticipates a significant market crash that will impact all major assets, including&nbsp;stocks, bonds, real estate, gold,&nbsp;silver, and Bitcoin. However, he strongly believes in Bitcoin&#8217;s resilience, asserting that it&nbsp;will be the fastest to&nbsp;recover and hit new highs.
In the post Kiyosaki revealed his post-crash strategy on buying more Bitcoin. He said, despite the impending crash, he has no plans to sell his &#8220;digital gold.&#8221; Instead, he intends to &#8220;back up the truck and&nbsp;buy more&#8221; if Bitcoin&#8217;s price plummets.
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Kiyosaki&#8217;s confidence in Bitcoin is apparent in his social media posts. Earlier this month, he encouraged his followers to start accumulating gold, silver, and Bitcoin, while criticizing the U.S. dollar as &#8220;fake.&#8221; 
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He argues that owning gold and Bitcoin is a smarter and safer strategy than saving dollars.
As of the time of writing, Bitcoin has rebounded by 1.65% in the past 24 hours, moving from $96,870 to $98,540.
Why It Matters: Kiyosaki&#8217;s prediction comes at a time when Bitcoin&#8217;s volatility has been a cause for concern among investors. 
His faith in Bitcoin&#8217;s resilience and potential for recovery, however, could bolster confidence among other investors. His strategy of buying more Bitcoin in the event of a crash could also influence others to consider similar strategies. 
Despite the potential risks, Kiyosaki&#8217;s stance underscores the growing acceptance of Bitcoin as a viable investment asset.
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Bernie Sanders (I-VT) has a warning for workers across America: If Elon Musk can fire hundreds of thousands of federal employees without cause, private sector workers could be next.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Billionaire Power and Its Consequences</h2>
In a recent <a href="https://x.com/BernieSanders/status/1890894754423910412">post on X</a>, Sanders put it bluntly: &#8220;Today, it's federal workers. Tomorrow, it's &#x2A;your&#x2A; job. That's what oligarchy is about.&#8221;
Sanders has long criticized the growing influence of billionaires in politics and the economy, but he says Musk has made it clearer than ever. In an <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Txe2Zu3QbNU">interview</a> with Brian Tyler Cohen, Sanders argued that Musk's power goes beyond business—he's now shaping government itself.
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&#8220;Everybody has got to understand this is the wealthiest guy in the world right now, worth over $400 billion,&#8221; Sanders said. &#8220;<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/25/02/43582376/not-a-bad-return-on-his-investment-bernie-sanders-says-elon-musk-spent-277-million-to-elect-trump-and-made-154-billion-since-election-day">Musk put over $270 million</a> into Trump&#8217;s campaign and guess what? He's now the most important person in government. What does that sound like to you? Does that sound like a democracy&#8230; or is it really an oligarchy doing the bidding of the very richest people?&#8221;
Sanders pointed to Trump's budget priorities, which include massive tax cuts for the wealthy while <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/25/02/43718712/floridas-medicaid-disaster-1-3-million-cut-from-coverage-one-of-the-highest-disenrollment-rates-in-the-u-s">slashing programs like Medicaid</a>, student aid, and other critical support for working families. He sees it as part of a larger strategy where billionaires get richer while everyday Americans struggle.
&#8220;The end goal of oligarchy is to make the richest people who are already phenomenally rich even richer,&#8221; Sanders explained. &#8220;How do you do that? You give them <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/02/43774882/donald-trumps-tax-cut-could-add-46-trillion-to-deficit-says-robert-reich-emphasizing-48-billion-relief-for-top-100-us-firms-via-corporate-tax-cuts">massive tax breaks</a>. And where do you get the money? You cut programs that working people need.&#8221;
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Musk's influence extends far beyond government decisions. Sanders argues that billionaires like Musk, Jeff Bezos, and Mark Zuckerberg <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/25/01/43072236/biden-warns-of-musk-bezos-zuckerberg-oligarchy-but-is-he-to-blame-mark-cuban-says-president-pushed-t">control not just politics</a> but also the media landscape. &#8220;They will use their enormous media operations they own to deflect attention away from the impact of their policies while they entertain us to death,&#8221; Sanders said in a <a href="https://x.com/BernieSanders/status/1889341118556274924">video</a> posted on X.
And for those who think these billionaires care about workers? Sanders doesn't buy it. &#8220;Do you think for one second that the oligarchs give a damn about working people? Trust me, they don't.&#8221;
He pointed to Musk's role in <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/tech/25/02/43781034/bill-gates-hopes-elon-musk-will-rethink-slashing-usaid-their-work-is-something-every-taxpayer-would-be-proud-of">dismantling the U.S. Agency for International Development</a>, a move that he says will leave thousands of people around the world without food and healthcare. &#8220;They will sacrifice, without hesitation, the well-being of working people to protect their interests.&#8221;
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So what's the solution? Sanders calls for unity among workers of all backgrounds—Black, white, Latino, urban, rural, young, old—to fight back against billionaire control. &#8220;The oligarchs' nightmare is that we will not allow ourselves to be divided up&#8230; and that we'll together have the courage to take them on.&#8221;
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Mass Firings Shake Federal Workforce</h2>
Sanders' warning comes as the Trump administration, with Musk's influence, has begun a sweeping purge of federal employees. More than 9,500 workers across departments like Veterans Affairs, Agriculture, Interior, Health and Human Services, and Energy have been fired. Another <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/25/02/43801494/fork-in-the-road-75000-federal-workers-took-musks-offer-but-was-it-enough">75,000 have taken a buyout</a>, representing 3% of the 2.3 million civilian workforce. Many of the job cuts have targeted probationary employees with fewer protections.
The Trump administration claims these cuts are necessary to curb government waste, but Democrats argue they overstep Congress's authority on federal spending.
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In his latest annual letter to shareholders, Warren Buffett celebrated 60 years of steering the ship at Berkshire Hathaway (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BRK#NYSE">BRK</a>). He also expressed confidence in the company&#8217;s future under the leadership of <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/25/02/43769996/what-does-warren-buffett-know-that-we-dont-investors-are-paying-attention">chosen successor Greg Abel</a>.
What Happened: Buffett&#8217;s <a href="https://www.berkshirehathaway.com/letters/2024ltr.pdf">letter</a>, which was released on Saturday, chronicled the journey of Berkshire Hathaway from a floundering textile company to a powerful conglomerate. While he admitted to past errors, he assured shareholders that his choice of Abel as his successor was not one of them.
&#8220;Sometimes I've made mistakes in assessing the future economics of a business I've purchased for Berkshire – each a case of capital allocation gone wrong. That happens with both judgments about marketable equities – we view these as partial ownership of businesses – and the 100% acquisitions of companies. At other times, I've made mistakes when assessing the abilities or fidelity of the managers Berkshire is hiring. The fidelity disappointments can hurt beyond their financial impact, a pain that can approach that of a failed marriage,&#8221; Buffett wrote. 
&#8220;A decent batting average in personnel decisions is all that can be hoped for. The cardinal sin is delaying the correction of mistakes or what Charlie Munger called &#8216;thumb-sucking.&#8217; Problems, he would tell me, cannot be wished away. They require action, however uncomfortable that may be,&#8221; Buffett mentioned in the letter.
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Buffett praised Abel for his knack for identifying significant investment opportunities. He also pointed out that Berkshire Hathaway now boasts a cash reserve of $334.201 billion, nearly twice the $167.6 billion it had a year ago. 
&#8220;At 94, it won't be long before Greg Abel replaces me as CEO and will be writing the annual letters. Greg shares the Berkshire creed that a "report" is what a Berkshire CEO annually owes to owners. And he also understands that if you start fooling your shareholders, you will soon believe your own baloney and be fooling yourself as well,&#8221; he wrote in the letter. 
"We are impartial in our choice of equity vehicles, investing in either variety based upon where we can best deploy your (and my family's) savings. Often, nothing looks compelling; very infrequently we find ourselves knee-deep in opportunities. Greg has vividly shown his ability to act at such times," Buffett added.
Despite recent challenges in finding major acquisitions, Buffett confirmed that he has no intention of offering a dividend. He also revealed that this year&#8217;s shareholder meeting in May will be shorter than usual, with Buffett and Berkshire&#8217;s two vice chairmen fielding&nbsp;questions from 8 a.m. until&nbsp;1 p.m.
Why It Matters: Buffett&#8217;s 60-year tenure at Berkshire Hathaway has seen the company transform into a global powerhouse. His endorsement of Abel as his successor is a testament to Abel&#8217;s capabilities and the company&#8217;s robust succession plan. 
The significant cash reserves and strategic investments underscore Berkshire Hathaway&#8217;s financial strength and its ability to seize investment opportunities. Despite the challenges in finding major acquisitions, Buffett&#8217;s decision not to offer a dividend reflects his confidence in the company&#8217;s growth prospects. 
The upcoming shareholder meeting will provide further insights into the company&#8217;s future direction under Abel&#8217;s leadership.
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Success Stories

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Big changes could be coming for government benefits. House Republicans just unveiled a budget plan that includes massive spending cuts—<a href="https://docs.house.gov/meetings/BU/BU00/20250213/117894/BILLS-119NAih.pdf">$880 billion</a> from Medicaid over the next decade.
Social Security? Safe. Medicare? Also safe. But Medicaid? Not so much.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Trump Draws The Line</h2>
President Donald Trump has been clear: No cuts to Social Security or Medicare. They're not touching it. But Medicaid? That's another story.
The House Budget Committee is looking to slash spending by $2 trillion. That includes deep Medicaid cuts, with some proposals pushing for over $2 trillion in reductions. The idea is to balance those cuts with $4.5 trillion in tax cuts.
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For millions of Americans, this could mean losing healthcare coverage. <a href="https://www.medicaid.gov/medicaid/program-information/medicaid-and-chip-enrollment-data/report-highlights/index.html">Over 72 million people</a> rely on Medicaid, including 7.25 million children enrolled in the Children's Health Insurance Program. In some states, <a href="https://www.kff.org/medicaid/issue-brief/10-things-to-know-about-medicaid/">over 30% of the population</a> depends on Medicaid for healthcare.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">What Would These Cuts Look Like?</h2>
The budget draft calls for changes in how Medicaid is funded. Some Republicans want to lower Federal Medical Assistance Percentages—the amount the federal government pays to states for Medicaid. Others want per-capita spending caps, which could cut up to $900 billion in funding.
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What does that mean? States would either have to cut Medicaid services or find another way to make up the shortfall. For many, that could mean fewer benefits, tougher eligibility requirements, or higher costs.
Critics argue that Medicaid isn't efficient. Some believe many recipients could get healthcare through work or other means. But research has shown that Medicaid expansions <a href="https://www.nber.org/papers/w26081">reduce rates of mortality,</a> <a href="https://www.kff.org/medicaid/report/the-effects-of-medicaid-expansion-under-the-aca-updated-findings-from-a-literature-review/#:~:text=Access%20to%20care%20and%20related%20measures%3A">improve access to care</a>, and even boost local economies.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">What's Next?</h2>
The budget fight is just getting started. Senate Republicans, led by Lindsey Graham (R-SC), are working on <a href="https://www.budget.senate.gov/imo/media/doc/chairmans_mark_-_fy25_budget_resolution.pdf">their own budget plan</a>. That one focuses more on border security and defense spending.
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Republicans hold a 53-47 majority in the Senate, meaning they could push through a budget with a simple majority vote. The House has a much tighter margin—218-215—so every vote will count.
House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA), is already throwing cold water on Graham's plan, telling reporters it was a "nonstarter," <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/medicaid-trump-republicans-house-budget-social-security-medicare-musk-doge-2025-2">Business Insider reported</a>. But the House and Senate need to agree on something if they want Trump to sign off.
For now, Social Security stays untouched. But Medicaid? It's on the chopping block, and millions of Americans could feel the impact soon.
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In a recent interview, billionaire investor Ray Dalio offered fresh insights on successful investing, emphasizing the importance of diversification and patience in investment strategies.
What Happened:&nbsp;Dalio, who boasts five decades of market experience, urged investors to diversify their portfolios&nbsp;by investing in 10 to&nbsp;15 "good, uncorrelated return streams&nbsp;that are risk balanced." 
He labeled this strategy as&nbsp;his "holy grail and mantra in investing," and assured that adhering to this mantra could result in substantial wealth.
Speaking <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ray-dalios-debt-warnings-big-economic-insights-for/id1749109417?i=1000685223078">with</a> Yahoo Finance, Dalio underscored the significance of patience in investment strategies, warning that the nature of loss necessitates investors to earn double the lost amount to recover.
"Everybody's thinking about what is the best debt. They don't realize that with diversification, the first three diversified, relatively uncorrelated assets will reduce the risk almost in half. That means you double your return-to-risk ratio," Dalio said. 
Dalio further advised investors to differentiate&nbsp;between an investment that has&nbsp;increased in value and one that has performed well, cautioning against the assumption that recent good returns indicate a better investment.
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"The game is played on not getting out. The nature of loss [is], you lose 50%, you have to make 100% to get it back," he further added. 
"Get away from the notion that investments which have done well recently are better investments, rather than more expensive. You have to know the difference between an investment that has gone up a lot and done well. Don't assume that because it felt good recently and gave you good returns, it's a better investment," he said. 
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In the aftermath of a $1.4 billion Ethereum (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/eth/usd">ETH</a>) heist, cryptocurrency exchange Bybit has launched a recovery bounty program, offering a reward of up to 10% of the recovered funds to ethical cyber and network security experts who actively contribute to <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/25/02/43890188/bybit-founder-says-14b-eth-hack-may-stem-from-safe-wallet-compromise">retrieving the stolen assets</a>.
This translates to a potential bounty of up to $140 million, making it one of the largest crypto recovery efforts in history.
"Within 24 hours of the event, we were overwhelmed with support from some of the best people and organizations in the industry, and we do not take it for granted. We have shared in a dark moment of crypto history, and we've proven we are better than the malicious actors," said Ben Zhou, co-founder and CEO of Bybit.
The security breach, confirmed by Zhou on Friday evening, resulted in 401,347 ETH ($1.12 billion), 90,376 stETH ($253 million), 15,000 cmETH ($44 million), and 8,000 mETH ($23 million) being stolen from Bybit's Ethereum cold wallet. 
The attack was initially suspected to have exploited Safe's multisig wallet infrastructure, misleading Bybit's team into signing a transaction that granted the attacker control over the cold wallet's smart contract logic.
&#8220;It was a normal URL. I double-checked. It was the Safe URL from the official Safe website,&#8221; Zhou explained in a live stream following the incident. 
&#8220;The hacker changed that transaction into upgrading or changing the Safe smart contract logic so that he gained control over the entire Ethereum cold wallet.&#8221;
Bybit has already received assistance from major exchanges including Binance and MEXC, which are helping monitor and prevent the stolen funds from being laundered. 
Zhou expressed gratitude for the industry&#8217;s response, saying, &#8220;Within 24 hours of the event, we were overwhelmed with support from some of the best people and organizations in the industry.&#8221;
Individuals or groups with expertise in blockchain forensics, security analysis, and fund recovery can participate in the bounty program by contacting Bybit via <a>bounty_program@bybit.com</a>.
Despite the scale of the attack, Bybit continues processing withdrawals, securing liquidity through a bridge loan covering 80% of the stolen Ethereum to ensure customers&#8217; funds remain safe. 
The company has also emphasized its commitment to improving security infrastructure and preventing similar incidents in the future.
Bybit's full forensic investigation is ongoing, working closely with law enforcement, cybersecurity experts, and Safe's development team to determine whether the attack stemmed from a Safe multisig vulnerability or a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/25/02/43886224/bybit-founder-confirms-1-4-billion-ethereum-hack-blames-masked-transaction">broader infrastructure breach</a>.
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Benzinga examined the prospects for <a href="http://www.benzinga.com/trading-ideas">many investors' favorite stocks</a> over the last week — here's a look at some of our top stories.
This week, Wall Street retreated from record highs, influenced by Walmart's (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WMT#NYSE">WMT</a>) cautious profit outlook and the Federal Reserve's emphasis on persistent inflation risks. Walmart's stock declined by 6.5% after its profit forecast fell short of analysts&#8217; expectations, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/econ-s/25/02/43895372/walmarts-warning-fed-highlights-inflation-risks-chinese-stocks-surge-this-week-in-markets">raising concerns about consumer spending</a> amid ongoing inflation and trade uncertainties.
The Federal Reserve, in its latest meeting minutes, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/02/43829352/fomc-minutes">highlighted the need for more evidence of cooling inflation</a> before considering rate cuts. Officials also pointed to potential inflationary pressures from possible shifts in trade and immigration policies, as well as supply chain disruptions due to geopolitical tensions.
In contrast, Chinese technology stocks experienced a surge, with Alibaba Group Holding Ltd (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BABA#NYSE">BABA</a>) rising 8.1% following strong earnings and optimistic guidance. This rally was bolstered by speculation of potential monetary policy easing by China&#8217;s central bank and anticipated fiscal stimulus measures from policymakers.
Benzinga provides daily reports on the stocks most popular with investors. Here are a few of this past week's most bullish and bearish posts that are worth another look.
The Bulls
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/trading-ideas/movers/25/02/43812953/super-micro-computer-stock-continues-to-climb-whats-going-on">"Super Micro Computer Stock Continues To Climb: What's Going On?"</a>, by Adam Eckert, reports that Super Micro Computer Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SMCI#NASDAQ">SMCI</a>) shares surged 16.5% after the company announced strong preliminary first-quarter results and reassured investors by confirming it will file delayed financial reports by the Feb. 25 deadline, addressing governance concerns.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/trading-ideas/movers/25/02/43787535/archer-aviation-stock-is-rising-tuesday-whats-going-on">"Archer Aviation Stock Is Rising Tuesday: What's Going On?"</a>, by Adam Eckert, reports that Archer Aviation Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ACHR#NYSE">ACHR</a>) shares climbed 8.16% after the company secured FAA certification to launch its pilot training academy, a key milestone in its goal to begin electric air taxi operations in 2025, with only one more regulatory approval remaining.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/02/43819990/jetai-targets-ai-infrastructure-growth-with-new-data-center-in-nevada-stock-skyrockets">"Jet.AI Targets AI Infrastructure Growth With New Data Center In Nevada, Stock Skyrockets"</a>, by Shivani Kumaresan, reports that Jet.AI Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/JTAI#NASDAQ">JTAI</a>) shares soared 69% after the company unveiled plans for a 50-megawatt AI data center in Nevada, aiming for a full gigawatt capacity, as it seeks to capitalize on the surging demand for artificial intelligence infrastructure.
For additional bullish calls of the past week, check out the following:
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<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/entertainment/25/02/43855319/apple-stock-set-for-streaming-lift-severance-breaks-record-after-x-ads-tim-cook-promo">Apple Stock Set For Streaming Lift? ‘Severance' Breaks Record After X Ads, Tim Cook Promo</a>
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/trading-ideas/long-ideas/25/02/43816112/hedge-fund-shake-up-tiger-appaloosa-soros-outperform-buffett-icahn-ackman">Hedge Fund Shake-Up: Tiger, Appaloosa, Soros Outperform Buffett, Icahn, Ackman</a>
The Bears
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/trading-ideas/long-ideas/25/02/43857040/palantir-stock-tanks-10-as-ceo-sell-plan-defense-budget-cuts-spark-sell-off">"Palantir Stock Tanks 10% As CEO Sell Plan, Defense Budget Cuts Spark Sell-Off"</a>, by Surbhi Jain, reports that Palantir Technologies Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PLTR#NYSE">PLTR</a>) shares plunged 10% after CEO Alex Karp announced plans to sell nearly 10 million shares, raising investor concerns, while potential U.S. defense budget cuts threaten the company's lucrative government contracts, intensifying the sell-off.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/02/43799173/occidental-petroleum-q4">"Occidental Petroleum Shares Slide After Mixed Q4 Results: EPS Beat, Revenues Miss"</a>, by Erica Kollmann, reports that Occidental Petroleum Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/OXY#NYSE">OXY</a>) posted fourth-quarter earnings of 80 cents per share, surpassing analyst expectations of 70 cents, while revenue fell to $6.83 billion, missing the projected $7.05 billion.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/02/43868719/dropbox-stock-falls-after-q4-report-arr-slips-paying-users-decrease">"Dropbox Stock Falls After Q4 Report: ARR Slips, Paying Users Decrease"</a>, by Erica Kollmann, reports that Dropbox Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DBX#NASDAQ">DBX</a>) shares fell 8.6% after the company announced a slight decrease in annual recurring revenue and a reduction of 15,000 paying users in the fourth quarter, despite exceeding earnings and revenue expectations.
For more bearish takes, be sure to see these posts:
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<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/trading-ideas/long-ideas/25/02/43795095/viking-bails-on-apple-tesla-and-trims-nvidia-is-this-a-big-tech-rethink">Viking Bails On Apple, Tesla And Trims Nvidia: Is This A Big Tech Rethink?</a>
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/earnings/25/02/43869433/walmart-expects-slower-growth-in-an-uncertain-time-cfo-says-on-earnings-call">Walmart Expects Slower Growth In ‘An Uncertain Time,' CFO Says On Earnings Call</a>
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SMCI

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The annual report of Berkshire Hathaway Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BRK#NYSE">BRK</a>) was released on Saturday morning, shedding light on the company&#8217;s robust performance in the insurance sector with a whopping 71% increase in operating earnings for the fourth quarter.
What Happened: According to Berkshire&#8217;s report, the Nebraska-based conglomerate, under the leadership of Warren Buffett, attributed this surge to the rise in interest rates that amplified its investment income and an uplift in its insurance business. The company&#8217;s operating earnings for the quarter were recorded at $14.5 billion.
A significant portion of the earnings increase was due to a 48% increase in insurance investment income, which amounted to $4.1 billion. The firm&#8217;s insurance underwriting business also experienced a strong recovery, with operating earnings multiplying fourfold to $3.4 billion.
GEICO, a major contributor to Berkshire&#8217;s insurance results, more than doubled its pretax underwriting earnings&nbsp;to $7.8 billion in 2024.&nbsp;This was achieved by reversing a years-long downward trend and adding new clients in the latter half of the year.
However, despite these positive results, Berkshire&nbsp;expects pretax losses of approximately&nbsp;$1.3 billion due to the wildfires that ravaged&nbsp;parts of Los Angeles last&nbsp;month. Furthermore, Buffett&#8217;s cash reserves increased&nbsp;to a record $334.2 billion&nbsp;at the end of 2024,&nbsp;marking the 10th consecutive quarter of growth.
In his <a href="https://www.berkshirehathaway.com/letters/2024ltr.pdf">letter</a> to shareholders, Warren Buffett revealed the company&#8217;s performance exceeded his expectations. He also noted that the company paid more taxes than tech giants with trillion-dollar valuations.
&#8220;Berkshire Hathaway – paid far more in corporate income tax than the U.S. government had ever received from any company – even the American tech titans that commanded market values in the trillions. To be precise, Berkshire last year made four payments to the IRS that totaled $26.8 billion. That's about 5% of what all of corporate America paid. In addition, we paid sizable amounts for income taxes to foreign governments and to 44 states,&#8221; he mentioned in the letter. 
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Berkshire Hathaway&#8217;s property-casualty (P/C) insurance remains its core business. The company distinguishes itself&nbsp;in the insurance industry by&nbsp;taking on risks that other private insurers shy away from, while maintaining a disciplined approach to avoid underpriced policies.
Why It Matters: The substantial increase in Berkshire Hathaway&#8217;s Q4 operating profits signifies a strong recovery and growth in its insurance and investment sectors. The rise in interest rates played a crucial role in boosting the company&#8217;s investment income, contributing to the overall surge in earnings.
The robust recovery of the firm&#8217;s insurance underwriting business and the significant contribution from GEICO also played a pivotal role in the earnings increase. 
The growth of P/C insurance is directly linked to increasing economic risks.&nbsp;Berkshire Hathaway believes one-year risk&nbsp;assumptions are generally manageable but&nbsp;remains flexible to adapt policies&nbsp;as needed. This strategic approach has allowed the company to stay ahead in the industry and ensure its continued growth.
Berkshire Hathaway&#8217;s investment strategy is also noteworthy. The company&nbsp;remains committed to investing the&nbsp;majority of shareholder funds in&nbsp;equities, primarily American companies with&nbsp;significant international operations. 
This strategy of prioritizing&nbsp;ownership in strong businesses over&nbsp;holding cash-equivalent assets ensures&nbsp;long-term growth and value for&nbsp;its investors.
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The U.S. government has reportedly issued a diplomatic questionnaire to European leaders. The questionnaire seeks to understand their position on Ukraine&#8217;s security and their readiness to defend <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/25/01/42935659/mary-trump-blasts-uncle-over-wildfire-comments-if-donald-trump-can-profit-from-your-death-he-will-facilitate-it">Ukraine without U.S. leadership</a>.
What Happened: The questionnaire is seen as a measure of European leaders&#8217; determination amidst the ongoing Ukraine conflict. It included questions like, &#8220;Are&nbsp;there any countries you believe&nbsp;would be indispensable, like maybe&nbsp;the United States of America?&#8221; and &#8220;Specifically,&nbsp;what short-term and long-term resources&nbsp;do you think will be&nbsp;required from the United States?&#8221;
According to Mary Trump, President Donald Trump's estranged niece, some have found these questions offensive, suggesting that the US is reconsidering its role in the conflict. This change in stance is believed to be due to&nbsp;Trump&nbsp;and his administration aligning with&nbsp;Vladimir Putin&#8216;s Moscow agenda.
&#8220;Why suddenly is the United States riddled with such uncertainty about its role in the conflict? That's simple: it's because Donald Trump and his corrupt fascist regime are aligned with the agenda of Vladimir Putin and Moscow. This is a travesty. And it's a travesty that the people in charge, including those at the State Department, care nothing and know nothing about diplomacy and statecraft,&#8221; Mary Trump wrote in her latest blog <a href="https://www.marytrump.org/p/at-the-fulcrum-of-history">post</a>. 
In response, European leaders are escalating their efforts to counteract US foreign policy. An emergency summit was convened in Paris last week, attended by France, the United Kingdom, Germany, Italy, Poland, Spain, the Netherlands and Denmark, along with top EU and NATO officials, to devise a response to these developments.
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The U.S. seems to be shifting its responsibilities onto its allies, waiting to see who will stand for it. This change in U.S. policy has created increasing&nbsp;uncertainty about its role in&nbsp;the conflict, leaving&nbsp;European leaders scrambling to respond.
&#8220;Donald's increasingly hostile stance towards Ukraine and continuing appeasement of Putin has European leaders scrambling to respond to yet another reckless move by the United States,&#8221; she added in the post. 
Mary Trump mentioned that President Volodomyr Zelensky has remained clear himself as to&nbsp;Ukraine&#8217;s&nbsp;position on what the future of Ukraine looks like.
&#8220;Donald is calling this the grotesque display that occurred in Saudi Arabia a "peace negotiation," but Zelensky very properly is calling bullshit. He originally had scheduled a visit Saudi Arabia but canceled it when he realized that the United States and Russia planned to meet without giving Ukraine, the aggrieved party, a seat at the negotiating table,&#8221; she said. 
Why It Matters: The US&#8217;s shift in stance towards the Ukraine conflict is a significant development. The questionnaire, seen as a test of European resolve, has implications for the global balance of power and the future of international diplomacy. 
The response of European leaders to this questionnaire and the subsequent actions will be crucial in shaping the course of the Ukraine conflict and the role of the US in global conflicts.
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Each week,&nbsp;Benzinga&#8217;s Stock Whisper Index&nbsp;uses a combination of proprietary data and pattern recognition to showcase five stocks that are just under the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/stock-whisper-index" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">surface and deserve attention</a>.
Investors are constantly on the hunt for undervalued, under-followed and emerging stocks. With countless methods available to retail traders, the challenge often lies in sifting through the abundance of information to uncover new opportunities and understand why certain stocks should be of interest.
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Here's a look at the Benzinga Stock Whisper Index for the week ending Feb. 21:
 Sempra (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SRE#NYSE">SRE</a>): The utility company saw an increase of interest from Benzinga readers during the week. The company will report fourth-quarter financial results next week. Analysts expect the company to report earnings per share of $1.60, up from $1.13 in last year's fourth quarter according to data <a href="https://bzresearch.myclickfunnels.com/benzinga-pro-content-webinar-registration/?utm_source=BZprocontent022125&amp;t=be2bearmibe3na1">from Benzinga Pro. </a>The company has missed analyst estimates for earnings per share in two straight quarters, while beating in eight of the last 10 quarters overall. Analysts expect the company to report fourth-quarter revenue of $4.36 billion. The company has missed analyst estimates in six straight quarters and seven of the last 10 quarters overall. Sempra's report could be followed closer than normal given the company's presence in the California market where<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/01/42899953/five-dead-in-los-angeles-wildfires-utilities-face-scrutiny"> wildfires took place.</a>
The stock was up around 3% for the week, as seen in the <a href="https://bzresearch.myclickfunnels.com/benzinga-pro-content-webinar-registration/?utm_source=BZprocontent022125&amp;t=be2bearmibe3na1">Benzinga Pro chart </a>below. Shares are up 21% over the last year.
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Vistra Corp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VST#NYSE">VST</a>): Investors paid close attention to the energy company this week, which has been a top performing stock over the last year. With ties to the nuclear energy business, the stock has soared and is up over 200% in the last year. JPMorgan <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-ratings/analyst-color/25/01/43039348/are-utilities-the-new-tech-why-entergy-nisource-vistra-are-jpmorgans-top-picks-for-2025">named the stock</a> one of the top utility stocks for 2025 earlier this year. The company is scheduled to report fourth-quarter financial results Thursday Feb. 27. Analysts expect the company to report quarterly earnings of $1.14 per share. The company has beat analyst estimates in two straight quarter and four of the last 10 quarters. Analysts expect the company to report quarterly revenue of $3.89 billion. The company has beaten analyst estimates in two of the last three quarters, but missed estimates in seven of the last 10 quarters. Several analyst <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/VST/analyst-ratings">reiterated bullish ratings </a>on the stock in recent weeks with BMO maintaining an Outperform and raising the price target from $151 to $191.
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Alibaba Group Holdings (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BABA#NYSE">BABA</a>): The large Chinese e-commerce stock saw strong interest over the week thanks to earnings results and increased investments in the artificial intelligence sector. The company <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/earnings/25/02/43846533/alibaba-q3-earnings-revenue-and-eps-beat-eyes-global-e-commerce-profitability-in-fy25-increase-investments-in-ai">beat third-quarter </a>revenue and earnings per share estimates. The company has now beaten analyst estimates for earnings per share in nine of the last 10 quarters, while missing revenue estimates in seven of the last 10 quarters. In the quarterly results, Alibaba saw revenue grow across many segments on a year-over-year basis. Alibaba said it expects its international e-commerce unit to be profitable in the next quarter. The company also said it <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/02/43874037/alibaba-sees-ai-gold-rush-in-cloud-computing-not-open-and-closed-source-modelshints-monetization-lies-in-powering-ai-not-selling-it">expects to invest</a> more in Cloud and AI in the next three years than in the last decade. Alibaba is focusing on cloud computing as the primary monetization effort for its AI efforts instead of AI models.
Multiple Alibaba analysts<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/BABA/analyst-ratings"> raised their price targets </a>on the stock after the quarterly results, including Benchmark's Fawne Jiang who <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-ratings/price-target/25/02/43888574/alibabas-ai-expansion-e-commerce-growth-reinforce-bullish-analyst-outlook">maintained a Buy rating</a> and raised the target from $118 to $190. Jiang said the company's e-commerce business is rebounding along with the investments in cloud and AI.
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AptarGroup (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ATR#NYSE">ATR</a>): The dispensing systems company saw strong interest from Benzinga readers during the week. The company recently reported fourth-quarter financial results with earnings per share beating analyst estimates and revenue missing analyst estimates. The company <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/ATR/analyst-ratings">saw several analysts </a>recently maintain bullish ratings, while lowering their price targets. Given the rising interest in the stock and the $10 billion market capitalization, AptarGroup could be a stock to watch for investors. The stock was up around 2% in the last week and shares are up 5% over the last year.
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Howmet Aerospace (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HWM#NYSE">HWM</a>): The aerospace company recently reported <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/02/43697801/howmet-aerospace-q4-revenue-up-92-beats-estimatesprovides-2025-outlook-amid-boeing-and-airbus-uncertainty">fourth-quarter financial results </a>with earnings per share and revenue topping estimates. The company has now beat analyst estimates for earnings per share in eight straight quarters and for revenue in nine of the last 10 quarters. In the quarter, the company saw double-digit growth across many of the reporting segments on a year-over-year basis. Several analysts <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/HWM/analyst-ratings">raised their price targets </a>on the stock after the financial results. Howmet executives said they expect aftermarket growth for spares of 20% to 25% year-over-year in 2025. Executives also cautioned on renegotiations of long-term contracts and the potential tariff impact.
The stock was up slightly during the week and shares are up over 100% in the last year.
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ARK 21Shares Bitcoin ETF Beneficial Interest

거대 투자은행 골드만삭스(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GS#NYSE">GS</a>)가 최근 미국 증권거래위원회(SEC)에 제출한 자료에 따르면, 2024년 4분기에 비트코인(CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/btc/usd">BTC</a>) 및 이더리움(CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/eth/usd">ETH</a>) 현물 ETF 주식을 더 많이 매입한 것으로 나타났다.
무슨 일 있었나: 골드만삭스는 Fidelity Wise Origin Bitcoin Fund(BATS:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FBTC#BATS">FBTC</a>) 353만 주, 즉 2억 8,810만 달러에 달하는 상당한 지분을 보유하고 있다고 보고했다. 12월 31일로 끝나는 4분기에 추가로 180만 주를 매입했다.
또한 세계 최대 비트코인 펀드인 iShares Bitcoin Trust ETF(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IBIT#NASDAQ">IBIT</a>) 1,130만 주를 추가로 매입한 후 노출을 12억 7,000만 달러로 늘렸다.
흥미롭게도 골드만삭스는 ARK 21Shares Bitcoin ETF(BATS:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ARKB#BATS">ARKB</a>)의 전체 지분을 매각하고 Grayscale Bitcoin ETF(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GBTC#NYSE">GBTC</a>)에 대한 노출을 축소했다.
골드만삭스의 총 비트코인 ETF 보유액은 3분기에 보고된 7억 1천만 달러에서 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/24/11/42029764/global-banks-jp-morgan-goldman-sachs-add-to-bitcoin-ethere-etf-positions-in-q3-morgan-stanley-increases-microstrategy-stake-to-16b">15억 6천만</a> 달러로 증가했다.
그리고 골드만삭스는 이더리움 현물 ETF 포지션도 추가했다.
처음으로 골드만삭스는 iShares Ethereum Trust ETF(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ETHA#NASDAQ">ETHA</a>)에 대한 노출을 추가하여 931만 주, 즉 2억 3,550만 달러 상당을 매입했다. 또한 Fidelity Ethereum Fund(BATS:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FETH#BATS">FETH</a>)에 대한 지분을 2억 3,469만 달러로 늘렸다고 보고했다.
골드만삭스의 총 이더리움 ETF 보유액은 4분기 말 4억 7,650만 달러로 전기의 2,500만 달러 대비 대폭 증가했다.
주가 움직임: <a href=""https://pro.benzinga.com/dashboard?_gl=1&#x2A;380nj0&#x2A;_ga&#x2A;MTEyOTAyOTcxMy4xNzEzMzY0NTYy&#x2A;_ga_V7ZK73W7N0&#x2A;MTcxNDk4MzIzMi42LjEuMTcxNDk4OTE0Ni4wLjAuMA.."">벤징가 프로 데이터에</a> 따르면 화요일 정규장에서 골드만삭스 주가는 0.51% 하락한 647.24달러로 마감했다. 올해 들어 주가는 13.03% 상승했다.
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비트코인(CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/btc/usd">BTC</a>)과 이더리움(CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/eth/usd">ETH</a>) 현물 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/etfs" target="_blank" rel="noopener">ETF</a>는 지난 4일 동안 각각 32억 6천만 달러와 7,443만 달러의 유입을 기록했다. 이러한 급격한 유입은 도널드 트럼프 대통령이 취임 연설에서 암호화폐 언급을 생략한 이후 암호화폐 시장의 변동성이 커졌음에도 불구하고 발생했다.
소소밸류(Sosovalue) 데이터에 따르면 기록적인 ETF로의 자금 유입은 1월 17일에 발생했다. 약 10억 8천만 달러가 다양한 비트코인 펀드로 유입되었다. 또한 1월 21일에는 8억 2,250만 달러가 유입되었다.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">비트코인 ETF</h3>
<ul>
<li>블랙록의 iShares Bitcoin Trust (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IBIT#NASDAQ">IBIT</a>): 최대 순 유입액 6억 6,186만 달러 기록</li>
<li>그레이스케일의 Bitcoin Mini Trust (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BTC#NYSE">BTC</a>): 1억 3,639만 달러 유입</li>
<li>ARK 21Shares Bitcoin ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ARKB#NYSE">ARKB</a>): 851만 달러 유입</li>
<li>Fidelity Wise Origin Bitcoin Fund (BATS:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FBTC#BATS">FBTC</a>): 697만 달러 유입</li>
</ul>
이러한 추세와는 다르게 Bitwise의 Bitcoin ETF(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BITB#NYSE">BITB</a>)에서는 이날 1,741만 달러의 자금이 유출되었다.
비트코인 현물 ETF는 총 1,359억 달러의 순자산 가치를 관리하고 있으며, 비트코인 전체 시장 가치의 약 5.88%에 해당하는 금액이다.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">이더리움 ETF</h3>
<ul>
<li>블랙록의 iShares Ethereum Trust ETF (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ETHA#NASDAQ">ETHA</a>): 최대 순 유입액 5,631만 달러 기록</li>
<li>그레이스케일의 Ethereum Mini Trust (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ETH#NYSE">ETH</a>): 1,249만 달러 유입</li>
<li>VanEck Ethereum ETF (BATS:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ETHV#BATS">ETHV</a>): 365만 달러 유입</li>
<li>Fidelity의 Ethereum Fund (BATS:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FETH#BATS">FETH</a>): 332만 달러 유입</li>
</ul>
현재 9개의 이더리움 현물 ETF가 120억 7천만 달러의 자산을 관리하고 있으며, 이는 이더리움 시가총액의 약 3%에 해당한다.
트럼프 대통령이 취임 연설에서 암호화폐에 대한 언급을 자제하면서 비트코인은 연설 전 106,000달러에서 연설 중 101,000달러까지 하락했고, 현재 104,000달러를 기록하고 있다.
솔라나 역시 압박을 받아 사상 최고치에서 거의 10% 하락했다. 투자자들은 암호화폐의 미래에 대한 장기적인 비전에 베팅하고 이를 암호화폐 세계로 진입할 기회로 삼고 있을 수 있다.
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화요일(7일) 캐시 우드가 이끄는 아크 인베스트는 포트폴리오에서 몇 가지 중요한 조정을 단행했다. 그중 가장 눈에 띄는 것은 여러 ETF를 통해 팔란티어 테크놀로지스(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PLTR#NASDAQ">PLTR</a>) 주식을 팔고, ARK 21Shares Bitcoin ETF(BATS:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ARKB#BATS">ARKB</a>) 상당량을 매각한 것이다.
<h3>팔란티어 거래</h3>
지난 12개월 동안 팔란티어의 주가가 355%나 급등한 것을 감안하면 아크 인베스트의 팔란티어 주식 처분 결정은 놀라울 수 있다. 아크 인베스트는 지속적으로 인기 있는 팔란티어 주식을 처분했다. 화요일에는 ARK Innovation ETF(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ARKK#NYSE">ARKK</a>), ARK Next Generation Internet ETF(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ARKW#NYSE">ARKW</a>), Ark Fintech Innovation ETF(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ARKF#NYSE">ARKF</a>)를 통해 4,890주를 매도하여 342,251달러 상당의 주식을 처분했다. 화요일 팔란티어 주가는 7.8% 하락하여 69.99달러로 마감되었다.
화요일의 팔란티어 매각은 월요일에도 이미 1,500만 달러 상당의 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/trading-ideas/technicals/25/01/42843542/palantir-stock-the-ark-is-rocking-as-palantirs-rally-hits-resistance" target="_blank" rel="noopener">주식을 처분</a>한 이후에 이루어진 것이다.
캐시 우드는 여전히 기술 혁신 기업 팔란티어의 오랜 지지자이지만, 이번 움직임은 특히 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/25/01/42835613/jim-cramer-predicts-palantir-buying-surge-tonight-after-morgan-stanleys-underweight-rating-unless-another-analyst-starts-with-a-sell">최근</a> 모건스탠리가 팔란티어의 목표주가를 60달러로 설정하면서 &#8216;비중축소&#8217;로 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/25/01/42835613/jim-cramer-predicts-palantir-buying-surge-tonight-after-morgan-stanleys-underweight-rating-unless-another-analyst-starts-with-a-sell" target="_blank" rel="noopener">투자의견을 하향 조정</a>한 이후 팔란티어의 가치 평가에 대한 우려가 커지고 있음을 강조한다.
<h3>ARK 21Shares Bitcoin ETF 거래</h3>
같은 날, 아크 인베스트는 비트코인(CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/btc/usd">BTC</a>) ETF를 대량으로 매각했다. 아크 인베스트는 ARK 21Shares Bitcoin ETF 18,239주를 매도했다. 화요일 ARKB는 5.8 % 하락한 96.19달러로 마감했다. 비트코인은 기사 작성 기준 5.2% 하락한 96,728.42달러에 거래되고 있으며, 심리적으로 중요한 10만 달러보다 상당히 낮은 가격이다.
이번 ARK 21Shares Bitcoin ETF 매도 거래는 암호화폐 상승에 우호적인 환경 속에서 이루어졌다. 전 비트멕스 CEO인 아서 헤이즈는 달러 유동성 증가로 인해 비트코인 가격이 2025년 3월 말에 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/25/01/42854789/bitcoin-could-peak-by-late-march-arthur-hayes-says-heres-why" target="_blank" rel="noopener">정점을 찍을 수 있다고</a> 예측했다. 그는 연준의 역레포 기구와 재무부일반계정으로부터의 유동성 주입을 강조하며 부채 한도 압박으로 인해 긍정적인 추세가 반전될 수 있다고 경고했다.
<h3>기타 주요 거래</h3>
<ul>
<li>깃랩, 일루미나 주식 매입</li>
<li>캘리포니아 퍼시픽 바이오사이언스 주식 매입</li>
<li>아처 에비에이션, 클라우드플레어, 어댑티브 바이오테크놀로지스 주식 매각</li>
</ul>
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금요일에 캐시 우드가 이끄는 아크 인베스트(Ark Invest)가 팔란티어 테크놀로지스(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PLTR#NASDAQ">PLTR</a>), Ark 21Shares Bitcoin ETF(BATS:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ARKB#BATS">ARKB</a>) 그리고 퀀텀-Si(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/QSI#NASDAQ">QSI</a>)와 관련된 중요한 거래를 진행했다.
PLTR 거래
아크 인베스트는 팔란티어 주식 20,332주를 매도했다. 이 움직임은 최근 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/24/12/42696614/cathie-wood-takes-profit-on-hot-ai-stock-palantir-again-continues-to-sell-block-shares-amid-bitcoin-buzz">핫한 인공지능(AI) 주식</a>에 대한 포지션을 줄이는 추세와 일치한다. 매도는 ARK 혁신 ETF를 통해 실행되었다. 매매가는 마지막 종가인 $79.89를 기준으로 계산했을 때, 거래 가치는 약 160만 달러이다.
ARKB 거래
비트코인이 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/24/12/42334991/as-bitcoin-hits-100k-for-the-first-time-ark-invests-cathie-wood-calls-it-a-much-bigger-idea-than-gold-and-that-it-is-still-is-in-early-innings">처음으로 10만 달러를 넘어섰을 때</a>, 아크 인베스트의 ETF인 ARK 21Shares Bitcoin ETF가 주목받게 되었다. 비트코인 옹호자로 잘 알려진 캐시 우드는 암호화폐의 역사적인 랠리를 축하했다.
이 투자 회사는 일부 이익을 실현하고 비트코인 ETF 주식 18,476주를 ARK 차세대 인터넷 ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ARKW#NYSE">ARKW</a>)를 통해 매도했다.
기타 주요 거래:
퀀텀-Si: 아크 인베스트는 ARK 유전체 혁명 ETF(BATS:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ARKG#BATS">ARKG</a>)를 통해 주식 452,570주를 매도했다.
템포 AI(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TEM#NASDAQ">TEM</a>): ARKG를 통해 주식 53,376주를 매입했다.
리커젼 파마슈티컬스(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RXRX#NASDAQ">RXRX</a>): ARKG를 통해 주식 44,887주를 매입했다.
다음 읽기:
<ul>
<li><a href="https://kr.benzinga.com/news/usa/stocks/%EB%A1%9C%EB%B9%88%ED%9B%97-250%EB%A7%8C-%EB%8B%AC%EB%9F%AC%EC%9D%98-%EB%B9%84%ED%8A%B8%EC%BD%94%EC%9D%B8-%EB%8F%84%EC%A7%80%EC%BD%94%EC%9D%B8-%EC%84%A0%EB%AC%BC%EB%A1%9C-%EC%83%88%ED%95%B4/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">로빈후드가 새해를 맞이하여 250만 달러 상당의 비트코인, 도지코인 경품 이벤트를 진행합니다.</a></li>
</ul>
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캐시 우드의 아크 인베스트, 핫한 AI 주식 팔란티어로 이익 실현하고, 비트코인 ETF 주식 매도

아크 인베스트먼트 매니지먼트의 설립자 캐시 우드는 2024년 대선에서 도널드 트럼프가 카멀라 해리스를 물리치고 당선된 이후 인수합병(M&amp;A)이 급증할 것으로 예상했다.
무슨 일 있었나: ARK Innovation ETF(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ARKK#NYSE">ARKK</a>)를 이끄는 것으로 유명한 캐시 우드는 목요일(19일) 블룸버그 TV와의 인터뷰에서 &#8220;그동안 M&amp;A는 연방거래위원회(FTC)에 의해 막혀 있었지만 이는 곧 바뀔 것&#8221;이라고 <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zd-ZoXq5R3w" target="_blank" rel="noopener">말했다</a>.
캐시 우드는 비트코인(CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/btc/usd">BTC</a>) 가격이 2030년까지 150만 달러에 도달할 것으로 예상하면서 암호화폐에 대한 낙관적인 견해를 계속 유지하고 있다. 그는 비트코인이 "금보다 더 희소해지고 있다"고 강조하며, 4월 반감기 이후 연간 공급 증가율이 0.9%로 감소했다고 지적했다.
우드에 따르면, 금 가격이 오르면 생산량이 증가하지만 비트코인은 그렇게 되지 않도록 하는 구조다.
이러한 발언은 올해 비트코인이 120% 상승하여 현재 10만 달러 가까이에서 거래되는 가운데 나온 것이다. 우드는 비트코인의 공급 한도가 2,100만 개로 고정되어 있으며, 기관 투자자의 관심 증가와 규제 확실성 덕분에 가격이 상승했다고 설명했다.
특히 비트코인 ETF의 등장으로 소매 투자자들의 관심이 크게 증가했다. iShares Bitcoin Trust (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IBIT#NASDAQ">IBIT</a>), Grayscale Bitcoin Trust (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GBTC#NYSE">GBTC</a>), Fidelity Wise Origin Bitcoin Fund (BATS:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FBTC#BATS">FBTC</a>), ARK 21Shares Bitcoin ETF (BATS:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ARKB#BATS">ARKB</a>), Bitwise Bitcoin ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BITB#NYSE">BITB</a>), Grayscale Bitcoin Mini Trust (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BTC#NYSE">BTC</a>), ProShares Bitcoin ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BITO#NYSE">BITO</a>), Volatility Shares Trust 2x Bitcoin Strategy ETF (BATS:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BITX#BATS">BITX</a>) 같은 주요 상품들이 다양한 옵션을 제공하여 암호화폐 시장에 대한 노출을 원하는 투자자들을 유치하고 있다.
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왜 중요한가: <a href="//www.benzinga.com/24/12/42608224/cathie-woods-thursday-moves-dumps-buzzing-stocks-tesla-and-palantir"" target="_blank" rel="noopener">파괴적 기술에 대한 신념이 강한 베팅으로</a> 유명한 ARK Innovation ETF는 최근 펀드 포지션을 조정했다. ARKK는 목요일에 테슬라(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>) 주식 14,016주를 주당 436.17달러에 매각하고, 팔란티어(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PLTR#NYSE">PLTR</a>) 주식은 33,402주를 주당 74.21달러에 매각했다.
또한 우드는 트럼프 대통령 행정부 아래서 더 광범위한 시장 참여에 대해 낙관론을 표명했다. 우드는 이전에 CNN에서 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/24/12/42262916/ark-invests-cathie-wood-says-stock-market-will-broaden-out-under-trump-but-growth-wont-be-linear-nothing-goes-up-in-a-straight-line" target="_blank" rel="noopener">성장이 선형적이지 않을 것이라고 경고</a>하면서도 &#8220;시장은 지금 당장 확대되고 혁신의 선두에 있는 기업에 보상을 제공할 것&#8221;이라고 말했다.
캐시 우드의 전망은 공화당 행정부 하에서 특히 은행과 생명공학 분야에서 M&amp;A 활동이 증가할 것이라는 뱅크오브아메리카 애널리스트들의 예측과 일치한다. 이들은 역사적으로 공화당 대통령 재임 기간 동안 금융 부문 거래가 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-ratings/analyst-color/24/11/41979935/golden-years-for-ma-deals-ahead-under-trump-analysts-highlight-top-10-large-cap-candidates" target="_blank" rel="noopener">50% 증가했다고</a> 언급했다.
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캐시 우드의 예측: 트럼프 2기 M&A 급증, "금보다 더 희귀한 비트코인" 지속 상승

저명한 주식 전문가이자 자산운용사 아크 인베스트의 설립자인 캐시 우드는 일요일(8일)에 비트코인의 10만 달러 돌파를 "대단한 사건"으로 간주하며 금융 및 투자 세계에서 암호화폐의 위상이 높아졌다고 찬사를 보냈다.
무슨 일 있었나? 캐시 우드는 X에서 공유한 동영상에서 2015년 비트코인 자산 가치가 250달러에 불과했던 시절에 아크 인베스트가 비트코인 백서를 발간한 것을 회상했다.
우드는 아크가 백서를 발표할 때 함께 일했던 저명한 경제학자 아서 래퍼로부터 받았던 당시의 교훈을 기억했다.
"나는 아서에게 거대한 아이디어처럼 들린다고 말했다. 얼마나 거대할까요?&#8221; 그러자 그는 &#8220;미국의 통화 기반이 얼마나 큰가? 이것이 바로 세계의 새로운 기축통화가 될 것 같다&#8221;고 답했다.
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캐시 우드는 비트코인이 차기 기축 통화로 인식되는 것 외에도 다양한 방식으로 바라볼 수 있다고 강조했다.
우드는 "비트코인은 가치 저장 수단인 금을 대체할 수 있다&#8221;고 했다. 또한 비트코인을 부패, 통화 붕괴, 노골적인 부의 몰수 또는 자본 통제에 익숙한 신흥 시장에 대한 &#8216;보험 정책&#8217;이 될 수 있다고 했다.
그는 비트코인이 고액 자산가들에게 영향을 미칠 수 있는 모든 형태의 불확실성에 대한 이상적인 헤지 수단이라고 생각한다.
"모든 수탁자는 이 새로운 자산 클래스를 살펴봐야 하며, 따라서 포트폴리오의 2~5% 또는 6%를 차지할 수 있다고 생각한다.&#8221;
이 기사도 읽어보세요: <a href="https://kr.benzinga.com/news/usa/stocks/%EC%BA%90%EC%8B%9C-%EC%9A%B0%EB%93%9C%EC%9D%98-%ED%8F%AC%ED%8A%B8%ED%8F%B4%EB%A6%AC%EC%98%A4-%EB%B3%80%EB%8F%99-%EC%8A%A4%ED%8F%AC%ED%8B%B0%ED%8C%8C%EC%9D%B4-480%EB%A7%8C-%EB%8B%AC%EB%9F%AC-%EC%83%81/">캐시 우드의 포트폴리오 변동: 스포티파이 $480만 상당 매각, 핀터레스트는 $470만 상당 매수</a>
왜 중요한가: 캐시 우드는 이전에 비트코인에 대해 2030년까지 단위당 가격이 380만 달러까지 급등할 수 있다고 예측하는 등 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/startups/24/07/39865003/bitcoin-could-soar-5-837-by-2030-according-to-cathie-wood-why-that-is-a-bold-prediction" target="_blank" rel="noopener">비트코인에 대해 낙관적인</a> 전망을 내놓은 바 있다. 불가능하지는 않지만, 비트코인이 조만간 이 수치를 달성하기는 어려울 것으로 보인다.
또한 도널드 트럼프 대통령 당선인이 선거 유세 기간 동안 주장한<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/24/11/41799045/ark-invests-cathie-wood-joins-call-for-strategic-bitcoin-reserve-gives-thumbs-up-to-cynthi" target="_blank" rel="noopener"> 전략적 비트코인 축적</a>에 대한 요구에도 동참했다.
아크 인베스트는 올해 초 비트코인 현물 상장지수펀드인 ARK 21Shares Bitcoin ETF(BATS:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ARKB#BATS">ARKB</a>)를 출시한 소수의 업체 중 하나였다. 소소 밸류에 따르면, 기사 작성 기준으로 ARKB 펀드는 <a href="https://sosovalue.com/assets/etf/us-btc-spot" target="_blank" rel="noopener">미국에서 4번째로 큰</a> 비트코인 펀드다.
비트코인 가격 움직임: <a href="//pro.benzinga.com/dashboard?_gl=1&#x2A;380nj0&#x2A;_ga&#x2A;MTEyOTAyOTcxMy4xNzEzMzY0NTYy&#x2A;_ga_V7ZK73W7N0&#x2A;MTcxNDk4MzIzMi42LjEuMTcxNDk4OTE0Ni4wLjAuMA.."" target="_blank" rel="noopener">벤징가 프로 데이터에</a> 따르면 이 글을 쓰는 현재 비트코인은 지난 24시간 동안 0.16% 하락한 99,438.47달러에 거래되고 있다.
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캐시 우드: 비트코인 10만 달러 돌파에 찬사, 금 대체 자산 및 신흥국 비축 통화 역할

아크 인베스트의 CEO 캐시 우드는 비트코인(CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/btc/usd">BTC</a>)에 대해 여러 가지 가격 목표를 제시했다. 더 많은 기업이 암호화폐를 자산으로 추가할 경우 강세 시나리오에서는 380만 달러를 전망하기도 했다. 하지만 벤징가 독자들은 이러한 가격 목표에 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/education/24/11/42017619/heres-how-much-100-in-bitcoin-could-be-worth-in-2030-if-cathie-woods-price-target-is-reached" target="_blank" rel="noopener">2030년까지는 도달하지 못할 것</a>으로 보고 있다.
무슨 일 있었나: 캐시 우드는 수년 동안 비트코인에 대한 여러 가격 목표를 공유해왔다. 이는 2024년 대선 이후 비트코인이 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/24/11/42109267/bitcoin-hits-new-all-time-high-above-98000-as-spot-etfs-crack-100-billion-net-asset-value-milestone" target="_blank" rel="noopener">여러 차례 사상 최고치를 기록했다는 점</a>을 고려할 때 더 현실적으로 보일 수 있다.
올해 초 캐시 우드는 2030년의 비트코인 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-ratings/analyst-color/23/02/30660447/cathie-woods-ark-sees-bitcoin-joining-trillion-dollar-club-by-2030-here-are-its-bea" target="_blank" rel="noopener">가격 목표치</a>를 약세, 기본, 강세 시나리오를 기준으로 제시했다. 또한 기업들이 비트코인에 5%를 할당할 경우 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-ratings/analyst-color/24/03/37902973/cathie-wood-says-bitcoin-could-skyrocket-to-3-8m-by-2030-thanks-to-institutional-gr" target="_blank" rel="noopener">2030년까지 비트코인이 도달할 수 있는 최고가</a>를 포함한 새로운 강세 시나리오를 추가했다. 제시한 내용은 다음과 같다.
<ul>
<li>약세 시나리오: 258,500 달러</li>
<li>기본 시나리오: 682,000 달러</li>
<li>강세 시나리오: 1,480,000 달러</li>
<li>매우 강세 시나리오: 3,800,000 달러</li>
</ul>
최근 벤징가는 독자들을 대상으로 &#8220;캐시 우드의 비트코인 380만 달러 목표가는 2030년까지 현실화될까?&#8221;라고 물었으며, 그 결과는 다음과 같다.
<ul>
<li>아니다. 비트코인은 절대 380만 달러에 도달하지 못할 것이다: 34%</li>
<li>아니다. 비트코인은 2030년까지 380만 달러에 도달하지 못할 것이다: 25%</li>
<li>비트코인이 380만 달러에 도달할 수 있지만, 2030년까지는 아닐 것이다: 24%</li>
<li>그렇다. 비트코인은 2030년까지 380만 달러에 도달할 것이다: 17%</li>
</ul>
설문조사에 따르면 독자의 17%만이 2030년까지 비트코인이 380만 달러에 도달할 것이라고 답했다. 가장 높은 비율의 독자들은 비트코인이 목표 가격인 380만 달러에 절대 도달하지 못할 것이라고 답했다. 나머지 대다수 독자들은 비트코인이 380만 달러에 도달할 가능성이 있지만 2030년 이후가 될 것이라고 답했다.
왜 중요한가: 캐시 우드 주장의 일부는 기업이 비트코인을 자산으로 추가하는 것에 달려 있다. 마이크로스트레티지(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSTR#NASDAQ">MSTR</a>)가 가장 유명한 사례다. 마이크로스트레티지는 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/24/11/42118133/short-seller-andrew-left-targets-microstrategy-stock-as-hedge-against-bullish-bitcoin-bet-completely-detached-from-btc-fundamentals" target="_blank" rel="noopener">계속 수익을 비트코인에 투자하고 매입을 지속하면서 투자</a>하고 있다. 
테슬라, 블록 등 다른 기업들도 비트코인을 대차대조표에 추가했지만, 마이크로스트레티지보다 적은 수량을 보유하고 있다.
마이클 세일러 마이크로스트레티지 회장은 최근 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/24/11/42079799/microstrategys-michael-saylor-to-advocate-for-bitcoin-investment-at-microsoft-board-meeting-offers-to-educate-rumble-ceo-with-the-strategy" target="_blank" rel="noopener">마이크로소프트 이사회에 비트코인을 자산으로 추가해야 하는 이유를 발표할 것이라고</a> 말했다. 이 안건은 마이크로소프트에 제안되었으며, 거래가 성사된다면 비트코인을 구매하는 가장 큰 회사 중 하나가 될 것이다.
또한 세일러는 비트코인 매입을 고려하는 럼블(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RUM#NASDAQ">RUM</a>) CEO에게 조언할 수도 있다고 했다. 새로운 트럼프 행정부 역시 전략적 비축을 위해 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/events/24/11/42071064/exclusive-anthony-pompliano-calls-for-us-to-buy-250b-bitcoin-on-day-1-of-trump-administration-protect-our-future-its-such-a-no-brainer" target="_blank" rel="noopener">비트코인 매입</a>을 추진할 가능성도 있다.
최대 공급량이 2,100만 비트코인으로 고정되어 있는 상황에서 기업과 각국 정부가 준비금과 대차대조표에 비트코인을 추가하려는 수요로 인해 가격이 급등할 가능성이 있으며, 이는 캐시 우드가 제시한 가격 목표의 핵심 논지였다.
캐시 우드는 최근 <a href="https://x.com/BitcoinMagazine/status/1857483221857865879" target="_blank" rel="noopener">CNBC 인터뷰에서</a> 아크 인베스트의 비트코인 초기 투자를 강조하며 가격 목표치를 재차 강조하면서 "우리는 2015년 250달러였던 비트코인에 투자한 최초의 자산운용사였다&#8221;고 했다. 또 비트코인이 약 9만 달러에 거래되고 있지만 갈 길이 멀다고 생각한다고 말했다.
그리고 캐시 우드는 새로운 행정부에서 규제 완화를 받는 것이 비트코인에 있어 가장 중요한 일 중 하나라고 말했다. 비트코인이 새로운 자산 클래스로 여겨지면서 더 많은 기관과 자산 배분자가 최고의 암호화폐에 투자하기를 원할 것으로 보고 있다.
우드의 아크 인베스트는 Ark 21 Shares Bitcoin ETF(BATS:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ARKB#BATS">ARKB</a>)를 통해 SEC의 비트코인 ETF 승인을 받은 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/24/01/36605838/ark-invest-ceo-cathie-wood-projects-a-single-bitcoin-could-be-worth-1-5m-by-2020-probabili" target="_blank" rel="noopener">여러 회사 중 하나</a>이기도 하다.
비트코인 가격 움직임: 비트코인은 기사 작성 시점에 98,617.47달러에 거래되고 있으며 2024년에는 전년 대비 123% 상승할 것으로 예상된다. <a href="//www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/24/11/41951961/bitcoin-to-100k-benzinga-readers-predict-if-btc-can-hit-new-milestone-before-end-of-2024"" target="_blank" rel="noopener">최근 벤징가의 설문조사</a>에 따르면 독자의 73%가 2024년 말까지 비트코인이 10만 달러에 도달할 것이라고 답했다.
&#x2A;해당 설문조사는 벤징가에서 2024년 11월 14일부터 11월 15일까지 실시했으며, 만 18세 이상의 다양한 성인 인구의 응답을 포함했습니다. 설문조사 참여는 전적으로 자발적으로 이루어졌으며 잠재적 응답자에게는 어떠한 인센티브도 제공되지 않았습니다. 이 연구는 성인 156명의 결과를 반영합니다.
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캐시 우드의 비트코인 380만 달러 전망에 대한 의구심, "2030년까지는 힘들어"

자산관리 대기업 아크 인베스트는 차기 도널드 트럼프 행정부가 미국 암호화폐 산업에 미칠 긍정적인 영향에 대해 낙관적으로 전망했다.
무슨 일 있었나: 월요일에 공유된 주간 뉴스레터에서 캐시 우드가 이끄는 아크 인베스트는 트럼프의 정책이 디지털 자산 산업에 "상당한 순풍"을 제공하고 규제에 대해 "매우 필요한" 명확성을 가져올 수 있다고 말했다.
아크 인베스트는 증권거래위원회(SEC)가 더욱 암호화폐 친화적으로 변화할 가능성과 현 의장인 게리 겐슬러의 &#8220;<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/24/09/41009150/gary-gensler-led-sec-moved-forward-with-enforcing-crypto-regulation-despite-legal-problems" target="_blank" rel="noopener">집행에 의한 규제</a>" 정책의 종식을 예상했다.
또한 아크 인베스트는 서클및 크라켄과 같은 후기 단계 디지털 자산 기업들의 기업공개(IPO) 창구가 다시 열릴 가능성과 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/24/05/39004550/exclusive-all-you-need-to-know-about-the-fit21-crypto-bill" target="_blank" rel="noopener">21세기를 위한 금융 혁신 및 기술법</a> (FIT21), 2023년 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/24/06/39211057/jpmorgan-us-crypto-regulations-signal-opposition-to-cbdcs-and-non-compliant-stablecoins" target="_blank" rel="noopener">스테이블코인 결제 명확성법 </a>등 오랫동안 기다려온 디지털 자산 법안이 통과될 가능성에 대해서도 강조했다.
스테이블코인 USD 코인(CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/">USDC</a>) 발생사인 서클은 지난 1월 초 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/22/12/29960589/circle-and-spac-abandon-plan-to-issue-ipo-ceo-calls-it-disappointing-whats-next">비밀리에 기업공개(IPO)</a>를 신청했다. 그러나 6월 금융 뉴스 매체 <a href="https://www.barrons.com/amp/articles/sec-circle-coinbase-stablecoin-usdc-ipo-7894f904" target="_blank" rel="noopener">배런스의 보도</a>에 따르면 서클의 핵심 상품에 대한 SEC의 유보적인 태도가 드러나면서 상장에 영향을 미칠 수 있었다.
한편 블룸버그 보고서에 따르면, 크라켄은 6월에 프리 IPO 펀딩 라운드의 일환으로 <a href="https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-06-06/crypto-exchange-kraken-said-to-be-in-talks-for-pre-ipo-fund-raising-round" target="_blank" rel="noopener">1억 달러를 모금</a>했다 .
또한, 미 상하 양원에서 이의를 제기한 은행의 암호화폐 수탁을 금지하는 논란의 여지가 있는 SEC 지침인 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/content/38879560/breaking-senate-overwhelmingly-votes-to-overturn-the-secs-sab121" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Staff Accounting Bulletin 121</a>(SAB-121)를 폐지하는 것이 "입법 우선순위"로 간주되었다.
왜 중요한가: 아크 인베스트의 이러한 의견은 설립자이자 CEO인 캐시 우드가 신시아 루미스(Cynthia Lummis) 상원의원의 비트코인(CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/btc/usd">BTC</a>)의 비축 계획을 지지하는 상황에서 나온 것이다.
도널드 트럼프는 선거 유세 기간 동안 이러한 국가 전략 자산으로서 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/24/08/40179714/trumps-bitcoin-stockpile-plan-would-have-positive-impact-on-crypto-prices-but-would-leave-" target="_blank" rel="noopener">비트코인 비축을 지지했다</a>.
캐시 우드는 비트코인 강세론자로 알려져 있으며, 과거에 비현실적인 가격 목표를 제시한 바 있다. 그는 2030년까지 비트코인의 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/startups/24/07/39865003/bitcoin-could-soar-5-837-by-2030-according-to-cathie-wood-why-that-is-a-bold-prediction" target="_blank" rel="noopener">단위당 가격이 380만 달러까지</a> 치솟을 것으로 예상했다. 불가능하지는 않지만 비트코인이 해당 기간 내에 이러한 수준에 도달할 가능성은 낮다.
캐시 우드의 회사 아크 인베스트는 순자산 44억 4천만 달러 규모의 ARK 21Shares Bitcoin ETF(BATS:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ARKB#BATS">ARKB</a>)를 운용한다.
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아크 인베스트, 트럼프 행정부 아래 "서클 및 크라겐 등 디지털 자산 기업 IPO 재개 전망"

월요일에 캐시 우드가 이끄는 아크 인베스트(Ark Invest)가 몇 가지 중요한 거래를 했다. 특히, 이 회사는 페이팔 홀딩스(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PYPL#NASDAQ">PYPL</a>)와 핀터레스트(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PINS#NYSE">PINS</a>)의 주식을 매수한 반면, ARK 21Shares Bitcoin ETF(BATS:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ARKB#BATS">ARKB</a>)의 지분은 매도했다.
페이팔 거래
Ark Invest's Fintech Innovation ETF(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ARKF#NYSE">ARKF</a>)는 페이팔의 주식 57,824주를 추가 매수했다. 이는 종가인 77.67달러를 기준으로 약 450만 달러에 이른다. 이 결정은 이 회사에 대해 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/insights/analyst-ratings/24/09/40929087/key-takeaways-from-paypal-holdings-analyst-ratings">애널리스트들의 다양한 의견</a>이 나온 후, 12개월 평균 목표 주가가 78.62달러로 설정된 후 이루어졌다.
최근 페이팔은 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/fintech/24/09/40731875/paypal-ventures-into-in-person-payments-with-apple-pay-integration-and-cashback-rewards">미국 포스(POS, point-of-sale) 결제 시장</a>에 진입하기 위한 전략적 전환을 했다. 이 회사는 애플의 모바일 월렛과 직불카드를 통합하고 다양한 캐시백 리워드를 제공하고 있다.
핀터레스트 거래
Ark Invest's Next Generation Internet ETF(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ARKW#NYSE">ARKW</a>)는 핀터레스트 주식 115,211주를 매수하여 약 351만 달러를 투자했다. 이는 종가인 30.46달러를 기준으로 한 금액이다. 핀터레스트는 7월 말에 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-ratings/analyst-color/24/07/40075181/pinterest-shares-plunge-despite-upbeat-q2-results-6-analysts-on-guidance-future-gro">2분기 실적</a>을 발표했으며, 매출이 예상치를 약간 초과했다. 그러나 3분기 가이던스는 애널리스트 예상치에 미치지 못해 2024년 나머지 기간 동안 지속 가능한 성장에 대한 우려를 불러일으켰다.
참고: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/24/09/40946963/bitcoin-worth-63-000-pulled-in-33-pack-of-trading-cards-at-gamestop-mind-boggling-story-go?itm_source=parsely-api" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">비트코인 63,000달러 가치의 카드가 게임스탑에서 33달러에 거래됨: &#8216;놀라운&#8217; 이야기</a>
비트코인 ETF 거래
ARKW는 ARK 21Shares Bitcoin ETF 주식 44,609주를 매도했다. 이는 약 282만 달러에 해당하며, 종가가 63.25달러일 때의 가치이다. 이 매도는 비트코인이 63,500달러로 새로운 최고가를 기록한 날 발생했으며, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/24/09/40976413/bitcoin-etf-surge-in-pre-market-as-king-crypto-hits-63-500">여러 비트코인 ETF의 프리마켓 움직임에 큰 상승세를 유발</a>했다.
월요일 비트코인은 민주당 대선 후보인 카멀라 해리스의 암호화폐에 대한 긍정적인 발언에 따라 64,600달러로 급등한 후 63,000달러 미만으로 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/24/09/40994451/bitcoin-ethereum-dogecoin-pull-back-from-sundays-advances-analyst-says-eths-dips-below-2-3" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-google-interstitial="false">꾸준히 하락</a>했다. 지난 24시간 동안 총 암호화폐 청산액은 1억 2,400만 달러를 넘어섰고, 약세 베팅은 6,700만 달러였으며, 비트코인의 자금 조달 비율은 긍정적인 거래자 지배력을 반영하여 긍정적으로 유지되었다.
기타 주요 거래:
<ul>
<li>ARK Innovation ETF(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ARKK#NYSE">ARKK</a>)는 팔란티어 테크놀로지(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PLTR#NYSE">PLTR</a>)의 주식 7,747주를 매도하여 약 293,998달러를 거래했다. 이는 월요일 종가인 주당 37.95달러를 기준으로 한 것이다.</li>
<li>ARKF는 아디옌 NV(ADYEN)의 주식을 매도했다. ARKG는 버텍스 파마슈티컬스(VRTX)의 주식을 매도하고, 퍼시픽 바이오사이언스 오브 캘리포니아(PACB)의 주식을 매수했습니다.</li>
<li>ARKK는 로쿠(ROKU)의 주식을 매도하고, ARKQ는 3D 시스템즈(DDD)의 주식을 매수했다.</li>
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금요일 캐시 우드(Cathie Wood)의 아크 인베스트(Ark Invest)가 암호화폐 상장지수펀드(ETF)에 대한 페어 트레이드(암호화폐쌍 거래)를 했다. 이는 많은 사람들이 기다려온 비트코인(CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/btc/usd">BTC</a>) <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/24/04/38345043/bitcoin-shrugs-off-fourth-halving-miner-rewards-halved-price-holds-strong">4번째 반감기</a>(채굴자 보상 50% 감소) 이전에 이루어졌다는 점에서 중요한 거래였다.
암호화폐 거래: 아크의 ARK Next Generation Internet ETF(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ARKW#NYSE">ARKW</a>)는 281만 달러 상당의 ProShares Ether Strategy ETF(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EETH#NYSE">EETH</a>) 41,068개 유닛을 매수했다. 이는 목요일 290만 달러의 구매에 추가된 금액이다. 반면, 이 펀드는 81만 3,102달러의 상당의 ProShares Bitcoin Strategy ETF(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BITO#NYSE">BITO</a>) 28,936개의 유닛을 매도했다.
Ark는 자사의 현물 비트코인 ​​ETF인 ARK 21Shares 비트코인 ETF (CBOE:<a class="items-end ticker-link-wrapper inline-flex" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/arkb" target="_blank" rel="dofollow noopener" aria-label="Go to Quote Page for ARKB">ARKB</a>)의 보유량을 늘려 896만 달러 상당의 139,152개 유닛을 추가했습니다. 목요일에 회사는 3,119만 달러 상당의 이 ETF를 매수했다.
비트코인 반감기는 유통 중인 이 최고 암호화폐의 공급을 줄이기 위해 대략 4년마다 발생한다. 오랫동안 기다려온 이 이벤트는 금요일 밤에 일어났다. 이 이벤트 이후에는 기대에 힘입어 상승 중이었던 비트코인이 다소 약세를 보이고 있다.
참고 자료: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/best-etfs">지금 사야할 최고의 ETF</a>
테슬라 매수 중지: 아크는 또한 금요일에 거대 전기 자동차 테슬라(NASDAQ:<a class="items-end ticker-link-wrapper inline-flex" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/tsla" target="_blank" rel="dofollow noopener" aria-label="Go to Quote Page for TSLA">TSLA</a>)의 주식에 돈을 쓰지 않기로 결정했다. 이 회사는 이 주식의 가격이 2023년 1월 이후 최저점으로 하락하면서 지난주 세 번의 세션에 걸쳐 매입하여 아크의 보유액을 2,689만 달러 늘렸다.
Ark는 29일에 자동차 업체 테슬라의 주식에 큰 돈을 지출하지 않았다. 지난 주 회사는 자사의 기술 기업 ETF, Ark Innovation ETF(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ARKK#NYSE">ARKK</a>)의 최저점인 2023년 1월 이후에 2,689만 달러가 증가하는 투자를 한 바 있다.
일론 머스크가 이끄는 테슬라는 중국의 모든 EV 트림과 미국의 새로워진 모델 3 EV 트림을 제외한 모든 트림의 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/24/04/38345362/tesla-slashes-model-s-x-and-y-prices-in-us-by-2-000-in-late-friday-move-as-volume-growth-turns-n" target="_blank" rel="noopener">가격을 인하</a>하면서 다음 주에 더 많은 손실을 입을 수 있다. 투자자들은 화요일에 발표되는 이 회사의 1분기 실적 보고서에 크게 관심을 두지 않는 것 같다. 해당 분기에 또 다른 두 번의 실패가 예상되기 때문이다.
테슬라는 아크의 주력 ETF인 Ark Innovation ETF(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ARKK#NYSE">ARKK</a>)의 최상위 보유 주식이다.
금요일 <a href="https://benzinga.grsm.io/lxquj26b2sag">Benzinga Pro의 데이터</a>에 따르면, 금요일 ARKK는 42달러에 마감해 2.12% 하락했다.
다음 글: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-ratings/analyst-color/24/03/37891092/5-technologies-that-could-be-worth-220-trillion-by-2030-cathie-woods-ark-predicts-t" target="_blank" rel="noopener">2030년까지 220조 달러 가치가 될 수 있는 기술 5가지, Cathie Wood의 ARK가 예측: &#8216;이제가 기회&#8217;</a>
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캐시 우드의 아크: 반감기 前 자사 현물 비트코인 ​​ETF 추가 구매, 테슬라 매수 일시 중지

유명한 암호화폐 분석가인 윌리 우(Willy Woo)는 비트코인 ETF의 도입이 비트코인(CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/btc/usd">BTC</a>)의 가격을 금을 넘어서게 할 수도 있다고 예측했다.
What Happened: 월요일 트윗에서 우는 최근 비트코인 ​​ETF 도입을 고려하여 비트코인의 미래 성과에 대한 예측을 설명했다. 그는 일단 ETF 투자자들이 완전히 배치되면 비트코인은 약세장 바닥으로 91,000달러, 강세장 최고점은 650,000달러의 가격 목표에 도달할 수 있다고 제안했다. 이는 보수적인 추정치이며 ETF가 역할을 완료하면 비트코인이 금의 시가총액을 초과할 가능성이 높다고 그가 강조했다.
See Also: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/24/04/38237724/dogecoin-co-creator-billy-markus-sarcastically-signals-caution-amid-cryptocurrency-market-?itm_source=parsely-api" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">도지코인 공동 창시자 빌리 마커스는 암호화폐 시장 급락에 대해 비꼬는 신호를 보냈다.</a>
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ETF 투자자들이 자본을 전부 배정하는 대로, 자산 관리자들의 권고에 따라 새로운 <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Bitcoin?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Bitcoin</a> ETF의 가격 목표는 약세장의 바닥에서 91,000달러, 상승장의 정점은 650,000달러이다.
이들은 매우 보수적인 수치이다. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Bitcoin?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Bitcoin</a>는 ETF가 역할을 완수하는 순간 금의 가치를 능가할 것이다.…
— Willy Woo (@woonomic) <a href="https://twitter.com/woonomic/status/1779829797738438754?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">2024년 4월 15일</a></blockquote>
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우의 계산은 100조 달러를 관리하는 자산 관리자가 자금의 2%를 비트코인에 할당하여 2조 달러를 할당한다는 가정을 기반으로 한다. 그는 또한 비트코인의 현재 투자 보유액 561,159,959달러를 고려하고 MVRV 비율을 사용하여 투자 금액 대비 시가총액을 계산했다.
Why It Matters: 미국 증권거래위원회(SEC)는 2024년 1월 10일 그레이스케일(Grayscale) 비트코인 트러스트(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GBTC#NYSE">GBTC</a>), 비트와이즈(Bitwise) 비트코인 ETF(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BITB#NYSE">BITB</a>), 해시덱스(Hashdex) 비트코인 ETF(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DEFI#NYSE">DEFI</a>), 발키리(Valkyrie) 비트코인 펀드(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BRRR#NASDAQ">BRRR</a>), ARK 21Shares 비트코인 ETF(BATS:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ARKB#BATS">ARKB</a>) 등 다양한 기관들의 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/24/01/36514679/wall-street-enters-the-crypto-age-sec-issues-historic-approval-of-spot-bitcoin-etfs">최신 ETF 도입에 대한 신청을 승인했다.</a>
금의 추정 시가총액은 1온스 당 2400달러의 가격을 기준으로 약 16.1조 달러이다.
우는 자신의 게시물에서 &#8220;비트코인은 자산 관리자들의 자본이 투자되는 순간에 확실히 금의 시가총액을 넘어설 것이다. ETF가 승인된 시점부터 금의 시가총액은 12년 동안 강세를 보였으며 이제는 이 비트코인의 차례다&#8221;라고 말했다.
비트코인의 현재 시가총액은 1.2조 달러이다. 우에 따르면 코인 당 650,000달러의 가격에서, 이 비트코인의 시가총액은 12.8조 달러까지 상승할 것으로 예상된다.
최근에 우는 비트코인의 가격이 중요한 지지선인 58,900달러임에도 불구하고 매도 포지션 청산으로 인해 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/24/04/38246857/bitcoins-next-move-more-likely-to-hit-up-to-75k-on-short-liquidations-analyst-says">71,000달러에서 75,000달러로 상승할 수도 있다고 예측했다.</a> 그는 누적 거래량 델타(CVD) 측정이 상승 압력을 시사하고 있기 때문에 자신의 낙관적인 입장을 유지했다. 우는 비트코인 반감기 이벤트 주변에서 가격 변동성이 증가할 것으로 예상했고, 4월에는 가격이 불안정해질 것으로 예상했지만, 여전히 단기 청산이 가격을 끌어올리며 공격적인 시나리오를 기대했다.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/24/04/38071383/bitcoin-etfs-traded-111b-in-march-2-new-etfs-could-mean-the-action-gets-even-wilder">또 다른 Benzinger 보고서</a>에 따르면, 최근에 비트코인 ETF의 거래량이 상당하게 증가했는데, 3월에만 무려 1,110억 달러가 거래됐다. 그러나 지난주에는 비트코인 가격이 8% 급락하면서 현물 비트코인 ETF에서 8,300만 달러의 순 유출을 야기했다.
가격 움직임: <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/feature/newsfeed/?gspk=bHVrZWphY29iaTUzNDg&amp;gsxid=tdEE0VrK8Jeg&amp;ref=lukejacobi5348">Benzinga Pro의 데이터</a>에 따르면, 기사 작성 당시 비트코인은 62,884.16달러로 3.7% 상승하였다.
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비트코인 ETF로 킹 크립토의 시가총액이 금의 시가총액을 초월 가능: 분석가

&#8216;부자 아빠와 가난한 아빠&#8217;로 유명한 저자인 로버트 기요사키(Robert Kiyosaki)는 월스트리트의 금융 상품보다 자산의 직접 소유권을 선호하면서 비트코인(CRYPTO:<a class="items-end ticker-link-wrapper inline-flex" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/btc-usd" target="_blank" rel="dofollow noopener" aria-label="Go to Quote Page for BTC/USD">BTC</a>)  ​ETF에 대한 무관심을 표명했다.
오늘의 이슈 (What Happened): 목요일, 기요사키는 비트코인 ​​ETF에 대한 관심에 대한 질문에 답하기 위해 트위터를 방문했다. 그는 "아니요. 제가 금화와 은화, 광산, 아파트를 소유하고 있는 것처럼 금, 은 ETF나 REITS, 부동산 ETF를 소유하고 있지 않다."
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Q: Will you buy the Bitcoin ETF? A: No. Just as I own gold and silver coin and mines and own apartment houses I do not own gold or silver ETFs or REITS, real estate ETFS. ETFs are best for most people and institutions. Personally I am an entrepreneur and prefer to stay as far…
— Robert Kiyosaki (@theRealKiyosaki) <a href="https://twitter.com/theRealKiyosaki/status/1778640352444084425?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 12, 2024</a>
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참고 자료: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/24/04/38173334/dogecoin-killer-shiba-inus-daily-transactions-spike-1-082-still-very-bullish-on-shib-says-?itm_source=parsely-api" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">&#8216;도지코인 킬러&#8217; 시바 이누의 1,082% 급증, &#8216;SHIB에 대해 여전히 매우 낙관적&#8217;</a>
기요사키는 자신만의 금융상품 패키지를 선호하는 이유를 추가로 설명하며, 이를 통해 자신이 &#8220;대부분의 ETF 구매자보다 더 똑똑해야 한다&#8221;고 말했다. 그는 자신의 방식이 그에게 가장 잘 맞는 방식이라고 강조했으며, 자신이 실수를 하더라도 자신이 직접 책임져야 한다고 내세웠다.
중요도 (Why It Matters): 기요사키의 비트코인 ETF에 대한 입장은 비트코인에 대한 낙관적인 전망 속에서 이루어졌다. 지난 1월에는 그가 비트코인의 가치가 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/24/01/36570286/bitcoin-to-150k-soon-says-rich-dad-poor-dad-author-robert-kiyosaki-in-light-of-potential-b">15만 달러로 상승할 것이라 예측했죠</a>. 그는 또한 현물 ETF 승인 당시 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/24/01/36588889/rich-dad-poor-dad-fame-robert-kiyosaki-says-hes-bought-5-more-bitcoin-amid-spot-etf-approv">23만 달러 이상의 가치를 지닌 비트코인 5개</a>를 추가로 구입했다고 공개했다.
2024년 1월 비트코인 ETF 중 프로셰어즈(ProShares)의 비트코인 전략 ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BITO#NYSE">BITO</a>), VanEck 비트코인 트러스트 (BATS:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HODL#BATS">HODL</a>) 및 ARK 21Shares 비트코인 ETF (BATS:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ARKB#BATS">ARKB</a>)가 승인을 받았다.
비록 기요사키가 비트코인에 대해 낙관적인 입장을 표현하긴 했지만, 그의 최근 트윗에서는 월스트리트의 금융 상품에서 멀어지는 자산의 직접적 관리를 선호하는 것으로 나타났다.
유독 참고할 점은 기요사키가 아크 인베스트(Ark Invest)의 최고경영자(CEO)인 캐시 우드(Cathie Wood)의 비트코인 230만 달러 예측에 동의했다는 것인데, 그는 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/24/04/38196659/rich-dad-poor-dad-author-robert-kiyosaki-echoes-cathie-woods-bold-2-3m-bitcoin-call-says-l">더욱 대담한 투자 방법에 지지를 표명했다</a>. 그는 이에 대해 &#8220;캐시 우드는 매우 똑똑하다. 나는 그의 의견을 신뢰한다&#8221;라고 말했다.
참고: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/24/04/38152348/jeo-boden-meme-coin-up-more-than-21-spikes-past-1-imagine-when-trump-starts-saying-boden-m?itm_source=parsely-api" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">&#8216;제오 보덴&#8217; 코인, 21% 이상 상승하여 1달러 돌파: 트럼프가 &#8216;보덴&#8217;이라 말하기 시작하자</a>



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