🚀 Libre Expands Tokenized Fund Pools To Aptos Blockchain
#Libre #Aptos #TokenizedFunds #DeFi #InvestmentFunds #Blockchain #Web3 #Nomura #LaserDigital #BrevanHoward #HamiltonLane #BlackRock #APT
According to Foresight News, infrastructure provider Libre, established by WebN Group and Nomura's Laser Digital, is set to expand its tokenized fund pools to the Aptos blockchain. This move will introduce large investment funds to the platform. Libre's Gateway DeFi DApp will enable certified professional and institutional investors to access on-chain funds. The initial funds to be integrated include Brevan Howard's main fund, Hamilton Lane's Senior Credit Opportunities Fund, and BlackRock's ICS Money Market Fund. Previously, Libre had launched on Solana and NEAR.
Laser Digital is the cryptocurrency division of financial services company Nomura. WebN Group is a fintech and Web3 incubator founded by Laser Digital and Brevan Howard co-founder Alan Howard.#Libre #Aptos #TokenizedFunds #DeFi #InvestmentFunds #Blockchain #Web3 #Nomura #LaserDigital #BrevanHoward #HamiltonLane #BlackRock #APT
🚀 2025 Set To Be A Pivotal Year For Cryptocurrency ETFs
#Cryptocurrency #ETFs #LaserDigital #SEC #Bitcoin #Ether #Litecoin #XRP #Solana #Blackrock #AUM #InstitutionalInvestors #Grayscale #DonaldTrump #BTC #ETH #LTC
According to CoinDesk, 2025 is anticipated to be a significant year for cryptocurrency exchange-traded funds (ETFs), as highlighted by Laser Digital, the digital asset arm of Nomura. The company suggests that over a dozen crypto ETFs could be introduced in the U.S. this year, contingent upon approval from the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The report from Laser Digital last week indicated that asset managers have already submitted 12 filings to the SEC. Among the proposed products are a ProShares ETF that measures the S&P 500's return in bitcoin, a combined bitcoin/ether ETF, and products based on litecoin, XRP, and Solana. Laser Digital predicts that a bitcoin/ether ETF is likely to receive approval first.
The successful launch of spot bitcoin ETFs in the U.S. in January of the previous year set a promising precedent. Blackrock's iShares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT) managed to gather approximately $53 billion in assets under management within its first 11 months, surpassing all prior ETF launches. The report also notes that with the appointment of crypto-friendly Paul Atkins as the new chairman of the SEC and the departure of Gary Gensler, the ongoing legal challenges against crypto companies are expected to diminish. This shift in leadership is seen as increasing the likelihood of approval for these new ETFs.
Laser Digital forecasts that the ETF market will continue to expand in terms of assets under management (AUM) and will experience broader adoption by institutional investors in 2025. This growth is anticipated to be further supported by President-elect Donald Trump, who is expected to return to office with a team of regulators favorable to cryptocurrency. Additionally, asset manager Grayscale has expressed intentions to convert its Grayscale Solana Trust (GSOL) into an ETF by December, signaling further developments in the crypto ETF landscape.#Cryptocurrency #ETFs #LaserDigital #SEC #Bitcoin #Ether #Litecoin #XRP #Solana #Blackrock #AUM #InstitutionalInvestors #Grayscale #DonaldTrump #BTC #ETH #LTC
🚀 Significant OM Deposits to CEX Before Market Crash
#OM #CEX #MarketCrash #BlockBeats #Lookonchain #Wallets #Deposits #LaserDigital #StrategicInvestor #MANTRA
According to BlockBeats, Lookonchain's monitoring revealed that prior to the OM market crash, starting from April 7, at least 17 wallets deposited 43.6 million OM into centralized exchanges (CEX), valued at $227 million at the time. This amount represented 4.5% of the circulating supply.
Arkham's data indicates that two of these addresses are linked to Laser Digital, a strategic investor in MANTRA.#OM #CEX #MarketCrash #BlockBeats #Lookonchain #Wallets #Deposits #LaserDigital #StrategicInvestor #MANTRA
🚀 Nomura's Crypto Subsidiary Seeks Trading License in Japan
#Nomura #Crypto #LaserDigital #TradingLicense #Japan #Cryptocurrency #InstitutionalClients #DigitalAssets #FSA #DaiwaSecurities #Bitcoin #Ethereum
According to PANews, Nomura Group's cryptocurrency subsidiary, Laser Digital, is planning to apply for a crypto asset trading license in Japan to offer services to institutional clients. Laser Digital CEO Jez Mohideen disclosed that the company is currently engaged in preliminary discussions with Japan's Financial Services Agency (FSA). He stated, "Our entry into the Japanese market reflects our optimistic view of Japan's digital asset ecosystem."
Earlier this week, Nomura's competitor, Daiwa Securities, began allowing clients to use Bitcoin and Ethereum as collateral for borrowing yen.#Nomura #Crypto #LaserDigital #TradingLicense #Japan #Cryptocurrency #InstitutionalClients #DigitalAssets #FSA #DaiwaSecurities #Bitcoin #Ethereum
🚀 Nomura's Laser Digital Recruits Key Traders from Galaxy Digital
#Nomura #LaserDigital #GalaxyDigital #digitalassets #derivatives #traders
According to Foresight News, Nomura Holdings Inc.'s digital asset subsidiary, Laser Digital, has recently hired three derivatives traders from Galaxy Digital. Sources familiar with the matter, who are not authorized to discuss it publicly, revealed that Laser Digital has brought on board John Kim, who previously led Galaxy's derivatives division in Hong Kong, along with Vice President and trader Celine Choi and trader Luca Invernizzi.#Nomura #LaserDigital #GalaxyDigital #digitalassets #derivatives #traders
🚀 Nomura-Backed Laser Digital Seeks U.S. Banking License
#Nomura #LaserDigital #cryptocurrency #USbankinglicense #fintech #Revolut #neobank #regulatedbanking #crypto
Laser Digital, a cryptocurrency trading firm backed by Nomura, is pursuing a U.S. banking license. According to NS3.AI, this move mirrors efforts by London-based neobank Revolut, which is also applying for a banking license from the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency. These actions reflect a growing interest among crypto and fintech companies in offering regulated banking services within the U.S. market.#Nomura #LaserDigital #cryptocurrency #USbankinglicense #fintech #Revolut #neobank #regulatedbanking #crypto
🚀 Nomura's Laser Digital Seeks U.S. Trust Bank Charter for Digital Assets
#Nomura #LaserDigital #USTrustBankCharter #DigitalAssets #Cryptocurrency #BankingCharter #RegulatoryCompliance #InstitutionalExpansion #DigitalAssetSector
Laser Digital, a subsidiary of Japan's Nomura Group based in Switzerland, has applied for a U.S. national trust bank charter with a focus on digital assets and custody services. According to NS3.AI, this initiative is part of a broader trend where cryptocurrency firms are pursuing banking charters under recently favorable U.S. Treasury policies. This shift indicates a growing institutional emphasis on regulatory compliance and expansion within the digital asset sector.#Nomura #LaserDigital #USTrustBankCharter #DigitalAssets #Cryptocurrency #BankingCharter #RegulatoryCompliance #InstitutionalExpansion #DigitalAssetSector
🚀 Nomura Adjusts Cryptocurrency Holdings Amid Q3 Losses
#Nomura #cryptocurrency #LaserDigital #Q3Losses #digitalassets #crypto #trustbank #US #wealthmanagement #cryptoassets
Nomura, Japan's largest wealth manager, has scaled back its cryptocurrency holdings following losses in the third quarter through its European subsidiary, Laser Digital. According to NS3.AI, this move aims to mitigate short-term risks. Despite the reduction, Nomura is dedicated to growing its digital asset business over the medium to long term. Laser Digital is actively seeking a U.S. national trust bank charter to provide crypto custody and trading services across the United States.#Nomura #cryptocurrency #LaserDigital #Q3Losses #digitalassets #crypto #trustbank #US #wealthmanagement #cryptoassets
🚀 Nomura Implements Stricter Risk Management at Laser Digital
#Nomura #RiskManagement #LaserDigital #CryptoMarket #EarningsVolatility #Cryptocurrency #PositionManagement
Nomura's CEO Hiroyuki Moriuchi has announced the implementation of more stringent position management policies at Laser Digital. According to NS3.AI, these measures are designed to mitigate risk exposure and curb earnings volatility stemming from fluctuations in the cryptocurrency market. This decision comes in response to losses associated with crypto investments.#Nomura #RiskManagement #LaserDigital #CryptoMarket #EarningsVolatility #Cryptocurrency #PositionManagement
🚀 Nomura's Crypto Division Reports Significant Losses Due to Market Volatility
#Nomura #crypto #LaserDigital #marketvolatility #losses #riskmanagement #cryptocurrency #financialnews
Nomura's cryptocurrency division, Laser Digital, has reported losses amounting to 10.6 billion yen, equivalent to approximately $68 million. According to PANews, the losses were attributed to market volatility observed in October and November. The company's CFO noted that Laser Digital had previously held long positions but has since taken steps to reduce risk exposure and enhance its risk management framework.#Nomura #crypto #LaserDigital #marketvolatility #losses #riskmanagement #cryptocurrency #financialnews
🚀 Nomura Bank Tightens Risk Controls at Crypto Unit
#NomuraBank #RiskControls #CryptoUnit #LaserDigital #MarketVolatility #Cryptocurrency #RiskManagement #CryptoStrategy
Nomura Bank has introduced stricter position limits and risk controls at its crypto-focused division, Laser Digital, to mitigate short-term market volatility. According to NS3.AI, these measures are precautionary and do not signal a strategic retreat from cryptocurrency investments. Nomura continues to uphold its commitment to its crypto strategy, emphasizing effective risk management in volatile market conditions.#NomuraBank #RiskControls #CryptoUnit #LaserDigital #MarketVolatility #Cryptocurrency #RiskManagement #CryptoStrategy
🚀 Japanese Securities Firms Plan Cryptocurrency Exchange Launches
#JapaneseSecurities #CryptocurrencyExchange #NomuraHoldings #LaserDigital #DaiwaSecurities #SMBCNikkoSecurities #CryptoMarket #JapanCrypto
Leading Japanese securities companies are gearing up to enter the cryptocurrency exchange market. According to NS3.AI, Nomura Holdings is planning to launch an exchange by the end of the current year through its Swiss subsidiary, Laser Digital. Other firms, including Daiwa Securities Group and SMBC Nikko Securities, are also exploring similar initiatives.#JapaneseSecurities #CryptocurrencyExchange #NomuraHoldings #LaserDigital #DaiwaSecurities #SMBCNikkoSecurities #CryptoMarket #JapanCrypto