🚀 Horizon Partners With CMBI Hong Kong For Virtual Asset ETF Market Making Solutions
#Horizon #CMBI #HongKong #VirtualAssets #ETF #MarketMaking #Bitcoin #Ethereum #StockExchange #Investment #SFC #BTC #ETH
According to Odaily, Horizon has announced a partnership with CMBI Hong Kong to provide market-making solutions for virtual asset ETFs. The virtual asset spot ETFs are set to be listed on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange in April 2024. This initiative will offer investment opportunities in Bitcoin and Ethereum under the supervision of the Hong Kong Securities and Futures Commission (SFC).#Horizon #CMBI #HongKong #VirtualAssets #ETF #MarketMaking #Bitcoin #Ethereum #StockExchange #Investment #SFC #BTC #ETH
🚀 Portofino Technologies Faces Significant Staff Turnover Amid Executive Changes
#PortofinoTechnologies #StaffTurnover #ExecutiveChanges #Cryptocurrency #MarketMaking #FinancialConductAuthority #InstitutionalClients #UK #CFO #Recruitment #Workforce
According to PANews, Swiss-based cryptocurrency market-making firm Portofino Technologies received approval from the UK's Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) earlier this year to serve institutional cryptocurrency clients in the UK. However, the company has experienced significant staff turnover in recent months following the dismissal of its co-founders and Chief Financial Officer (CFO).
In July, Portofino's Chief Operating Officer (COO) and co-founder Alex Casimo, along with CFO Jae Park, were both dismissed. This led to the resignation of several key personnel, including Vincent Prieur, Head of Strategy and Operations, and Shane O'Callaghan, Head of Global Business Development, as well as a substantial number of other employees. Sources indicate that since the dismissal of these executives, 10 to 12 employees have either left or are in the process of leaving, accounting for 30%-40% of the company's total workforce at that time.
A spokesperson for Portofino Technologies stated that the company has since hired a new CFO, Mark Blackborough, and Senior Sales Trader, Olivier Sultan. The firm has been actively recruiting and currently has four open positions. The spokesperson also mentioned that the number of employees has returned to the levels seen during the summer.#PortofinoTechnologies #StaffTurnover #ExecutiveChanges #Cryptocurrency #MarketMaking #FinancialConductAuthority #InstitutionalClients #UK #CFO #Recruitment #Workforce
🚀 Jump Resumes Full-Scale U.S. Cryptocurrency Operations
#Jump #Cryptocurrency #USOperations #DigitalAssets #MarketMaking #CryptoTrading #Recruitment #ETFs #RegulatoryScrutiny
According to Odaily, Chicago-based trading giant Jump is revitalizing its U.S. cryptocurrency operations after years of regulatory scrutiny and uncertainty. While Jump has maintained its digital asset trading and market-making activities globally, its U.S. cryptocurrency trading volume is now gaining momentum. Sources indicate that Jump is actively recruiting crypto engineers and plans to fill U.S. policy and government liaison positions when appropriate. The company is also considering involvement in the U.S. crypto ETF sector, though it declined to comment on these matters.#Jump #Cryptocurrency #USOperations #DigitalAssets #MarketMaking #CryptoTrading #Recruitment #ETFs #RegulatoryScrutiny
🚀 Polyhedra Network Clarifies Position Amid Recent Controversies
#PolyhedraNetwork #Web3 #marketmaking #controversies #Odaily
According to Odaily, Polyhedra Network has issued a statement addressing recent controversies involving Movement, GoPlus, and Myshell. The network clarified that Web3Port and its affiliated companies are not its market makers. Polyhedra Network emphasized that it has never collaborated with any irresponsible companies for market-making activities and will not engage with such entities for market-making services in the future.#PolyhedraNetwork #Web3 #marketmaking #controversies #Odaily
🚀 U.S. Court Issues Final Judgment Against CLS Global for Crypto Market Manipulation
#USCourt #CLSGlobal #CryptoMarketManipulation #NexFundAI #RetailInvestors #CryptoRegulation #FBIInvestigation #MarketMaking
According to PANews, the U.S. District Court in Massachusetts has issued a final judgment against UAE-based entity CLS Global FZC LLC. The court found that CLS Global manipulated the price of the cryptocurrency asset 'NexFundAI' by creating a false active trading market, misleading retail investors into purchasing the asset. CLS Global has agreed to pay a fine of $425,000 along with related interest and is required to cease business activities with U.S.-related individuals or entities.
Earlier this year, it was reported that crypto market maker CLS Global pleaded guilty following a sting operation and investigation by the FBI.#USCourt #CLSGlobal #CryptoMarketManipulation #NexFundAI #RetailInvestors #CryptoRegulation #FBIInvestigation #MarketMaking
🚀 OmniVault Achieves $6 Million TVL with Over 28% APY
#OmniVault #TotalValueLocked #TVL #APY #DeFi #LiquidityProviders #PassiveIncome #Orderly #MarketMaking #USDC #Kronos
According to BlockBeats, the liquidity infrastructure product OmniVault, under Orderly, has surpassed $6 million in Total Value Locked (TVL) with an Annual Percentage Yield (APY) exceeding 28%. Launched in April 2025, OmniVault enables DeFi users to become liquidity providers (LPs) and earn passive income. The platform employs market-making strategies managed by trusted institutions, allowing LPs to deposit USDC and earn returns across multiple networks supported by Orderly. The returns for LPs are secured by the market maker Kronos.#OmniVault #TotalValueLocked #TVL #APY #DeFi #LiquidityProviders #PassiveIncome #Orderly #MarketMaking #USDC #Kronos
🚀 Challenges in Crypto Derivatives Design Highlighted by Industry Leaders
#CryptoDerivatives #PerpetualContracts #CryptoMarketStructure #DeFi #FinancialLosses #SustainableGrowth #MarketMaking #CentralizedPlatforms #QuasiCentralizedPlatforms #TraditionalFinance
According to BlockBeats, Arthur, the founder of DeFiance Capital, emphasized that the design of crypto derivatives, particularly perpetual contracts, and their market structure remain significant challenges that the industry must address before achieving sustainable growth. He noted that the industry cannot continue to experience large-scale financial losses without addressing these structural issues. However, there is optimism that by learning from historical experiences, better products can be developed.
In response, Evgeny Gaevoy, founder of Wintermute, stated that traditional finance has already resolved these issues. He argued that the real problem lies not in the design of perpetual contracts but in centralized and quasi-centralized trading platforms that combine market-making, centralized limit order books, and custody services.#CryptoDerivatives #PerpetualContracts #CryptoMarketStructure #DeFi #FinancialLosses #SustainableGrowth #MarketMaking #CentralizedPlatforms #QuasiCentralizedPlatforms #TraditionalFinance
🚀 Uniswap Founder Criticizes Regulatory Push on DeFi Protocols
#Uniswap #HaydenAdams #DeFi #SEC #regulation #ConstitutionDAO #fairaccess #opensource #peer2peer #liquidity #marketmaking #UNI
According to Odaily, Uniswap founder Hayden Adams has expressed concerns over efforts by some traditional financial institutions to have the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) regulate decentralized protocol software developers as centralized intermediaries. Adams highlighted that these institutions, which were involved in the controversial Constitution DAO auction, are now arguing that DeFi protocols fail to meet the 'fair access' standard.
Adams argued that the notion of 'fair access' is being used as a justification for increased regulation. He emphasized that open-source, peer-to-peer technology inherently lowers the barriers to liquidity creation, fundamentally differing from traditional market-making models.#Uniswap #HaydenAdams #DeFi #SEC #regulation #ConstitutionDAO #fairaccess #opensource #peer2peer #liquidity #marketmaking #UNI
🚀 Lighter CEO Discusses Appeal Mechanism for Sybil Screening
#Lighter #CEO #SybilScreening #AppealMechanism #VladimirNovakovski #Algorithm #Discord #DataScience #ClusterAnalysis #BehaviorPatternRecognition #Liquidity #MarketMaking #Protocols #SybilHunters #Misjudgment
According to Odaily, Vladimir Novakovski, founder and CEO of Lighter, addressed the topic of Sybil screening during an interview on a Twitter Space hosted by jez (@izebel_eth). Novakovski stated that an appeal mechanism is in place for users who feel unfairly targeted by the algorithm. He noted that the number of appeals has been lower than expected. Users are encouraged to fill out an appeal form on Discord if they believe the algorithm has been unjust.
Novakovski explained that the specifics of the algorithm will not be disclosed to prevent targeted optimization. The process involves extensive data science work, including cluster analysis and behavior pattern recognition. Lighter's quantitative team, whose regular duties include liquidity and market-making coordination, spent several weeks on this project. The company also consulted with protocols and individual Sybil hunters who have conducted similar work. Novakovski expressed confidence in the final results but urged users to appeal in cases of potential misjudgment.#Lighter #CEO #SybilScreening #AppealMechanism #VladimirNovakovski #Algorithm #Discord #DataScience #ClusterAnalysis #BehaviorPatternRecognition #Liquidity #MarketMaking #Protocols #SybilHunters #Misjudgment
🚀 Thailand SEC to Launch Cryptocurrency ETFs and Futures Trading
#ThailandSEC #CryptocurrencyETFs #FuturesTrading #CryptoRegulations #ThailandFuturesExchange #MarketMaking #CryptocurrencyAssetClass #DerivativesAct
Thailand's Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is preparing to implement new regulations that will allow cryptocurrency exchange-traded funds (ETFs) and futures trading on the Thailand Futures Exchange. According to NS3.AI, the guidelines for establishing crypto ETFs are anticipated to be unveiled early this year, coinciding with the introduction of a market-making system. Furthermore, the SEC plans to officially acknowledge cryptocurrencies as a formal asset class under the Derivatives Act.#ThailandSEC #CryptocurrencyETFs #FuturesTrading #CryptoRegulations #ThailandFuturesExchange #MarketMaking #CryptocurrencyAssetClass #DerivativesAct
🚀 Presto Labs to Provide Liquidity for South Korean Stock Derivatives on Hyperliquid
#PrestoLabs #Liquidity #SouthKoreanStockDerivatives #Hyperliquid #QuantitativeTrading #MarketMaking #TradeXYZ #DecentralizedExchange #Layer1 #HIP3Protocol #SamsungElectronics #SKHynix #HyundaiMotor
Presto Labs, a firm specializing in quantitative trading and market-making, has announced its intention to offer liquidity for South Korean stock derivatives within the Hyperliquid ecosystem. According to NS3.AI, this initiative will begin on the first day of listing on Trade[XYZ], a decentralized exchange that utilizes Hyperliquid's Layer 1 HIP-3 protocol. The derivatives will encompass major South Korean corporations, including Samsung Electronics, SK Hynix, and Hyundai Motor.#PrestoLabs #Liquidity #SouthKoreanStockDerivatives #Hyperliquid #QuantitativeTrading #MarketMaking #TradeXYZ #DecentralizedExchange #Layer1 #HIP3Protocol #SamsungElectronics #SKHynix #HyundaiMotor
🚀 STS Digital Secures $30 Million Investment to Enhance Trading Platform
#STSDigital #CryptoTrading #Investment #DigitalAssets #TradingPlatform #MarketMaking #Liquidity #FinancialStability #CMTDigital #VentureInvestment #CryptoInfrastructure #InstitutionalInterest
STS Digital, a digital asset trading firm, has secured a $30 million strategic investment led by CMT Digital, with participation from several venture firms. According to NS3.AI, the funds will be used to expand the company's institutional-grade spot and options trading platform, improve market-making capabilities, and enhance liquidity and financial stability. This investment underscores the increasing institutional interest in advanced crypto trading infrastructure.#STSDigital #CryptoTrading #Investment #DigitalAssets #TradingPlatform #MarketMaking #Liquidity #FinancialStability #CMTDigital #VentureInvestment #CryptoInfrastructure #InstitutionalInterest
🚀 Experts Dismiss Bitcoin Manipulation Claims Against Jane Street
#Bitcoin #JaneStreet #MarketManipulation #ETFs #Derivatives #MarketMaking #Hedging #Arbitrage #Liquidity #MacroeconomicFactors #BTC
The WuBlockchain Space episode explored accusations that Jane Street is manipulating Bitcoin prices through ETFs and derivatives. According to NS3.AI, experts determined that the price changes often linked to 'dumping' are primarily due to standard market-making, hedging, and arbitrage activities, rather than intentional manipulation. They noted that market sell-offs tend to align with times of high liquidity and are influenced by broader macroeconomic and structural factors, rather than any conspiratorial actions.#Bitcoin #JaneStreet #MarketManipulation #ETFs #Derivatives #MarketMaking #Hedging #Arbitrage #Liquidity #MacroeconomicFactors #BTC
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🚀 South Korea to Accelerate Corporate Entry into Digital Asset Market
#SouthKorea #DigitalAssets #CryptoRegulation #FinancialServices #MarketStability #AML #Legislation #OTCTrading #MarketMaking
South Korea's Financial Services Commission (FSC) is set to expedite initiatives allowing corporations to engage in the digital asset market. According to NS3.AI, an FSC official highlighted that the review is centered on ensuring market stability, enhancing internal controls, and implementing anti-money laundering measures. This initiative is linked to the forthcoming 'second-phase' digital asset legislation. The official also mentioned that over-the-counter trading and market-making functions might be deemed essential in the long run.#SouthKorea #DigitalAssets #CryptoRegulation #FinancialServices #MarketStability #AML #Legislation #OTCTrading #MarketMaking
🚀 Jump Crypto and Mainfold Trading Receive OPN Tokens for Market Making
#JumpCrypto #MainfoldTrading #OPNtokens #MarketMaking #NS3AI #Launchpool #TokenGeneration
Jump Crypto and Mainfold Trading have been allocated 4 million OPN tokens for their market-making activities. According to NS3.AI, this allocation represents 2% of the initial circulating supply of OPN tokens. The OPN Launchpool project is set to conduct its token generation event tonight.#JumpCrypto #MainfoldTrading #OPNtokens #MarketMaking #NS3AI #Launchpool #TokenGeneration
🚀 Citadel Securities Achieves Record Trading Revenue in 2022
#CitadelSecurities #TradingRevenue #FinancialMarkets #MarketMaking #KenGriffin #Investment #Finance #RecordRevenue #GlobalMarkets
Citadel Securities reported a record trading revenue of $12.2 billion last year, solidifying its position as a leading force in the trading industry. Bloomberg posted on X, highlighting the market-making arm of billionaire Ken Griffin's empire as it continues to expand its influence in the financial sector. The impressive revenue figures underscore Citadel Securities' growing dominance and strategic prowess in navigating the complexities of global markets.#CitadelSecurities #TradingRevenue #FinancialMarkets #MarketMaking #KenGriffin #Investment #Finance #RecordRevenue #GlobalMarkets
🚀 Sonic SVM Foundation Acquires ForgeX and Open Sources Core Product
#SonicSVMFoundation #ForgeX #SolanaBlockchain #OpenSource #ForgeXCLI #MarketMaking #AIAgents #OnChainTools #TokenCreation #CrossDEX #BlockchainDevelopment #SOL
Sonic SVM Foundation has announced the acquisition of ForgeX, a developer of market-making tools on the Solana blockchain. According to Foresight News, the foundation has also open-sourced ForgeX's core product, ForgeX CLI.
ForgeX CLI is designed for Solana developers, project teams, and AI agents, offering a suite of on-chain operational tools. It supports token creation across multiple launchpads, atomic developer purchases, same-block transactions, multi-wallet collaboration, volume management, and cross-DEX on-chain market-making. All commands natively output structured JSON, enabling direct execution by AI agents.#SonicSVMFoundation #ForgeX #SolanaBlockchain #OpenSource #ForgeXCLI #MarketMaking #AIAgents #OnChainTools #TokenCreation #CrossDEX #BlockchainDevelopment #SOL
🚀 Amber Group Transfers $50 Million USDC to edgeX for Token Buyback
#AmberGroup #USDC #edgeX #TokenBuyback #MarketMaking #TGE #Cryptocurrency #Blockchain
Two addresses, including one associated with Amber Group, have transferred $50 million USDC to edgeX. According to NS3.AI, the edgeX treasury recently decreased from $190 million to $140 million. The receiving address now holds approximately 75 million USDC. These funds are earmarked for token buyback or market-making activities in anticipation of the EDGE Token Generation Event (TGE) scheduled to occur in three days.#AmberGroup #USDC #edgeX #TokenBuyback #MarketMaking #TGE #Cryptocurrency #Blockchain
🚀 RootData Highlights Transparency in Crypto Market Makers
#RootData #CryptoMarketMakers #Transparency #CryptoIndustry #GalaxyDigital #Wintermute #GSR #DWFLabs #JaneStreet #AmberGroup #Crypto #MarketMaking #Blockchain
RootData has initiated a series of events showcasing companies in the crypto industry, focusing on transparency as a key criterion. According to ChainCatcher, the second installment of this series highlights the crypto market maker sector, featuring nearly 40 companies that are still operational.
Leading the transparency rankings with scores above 70% are market makers such as Galaxy Digital, Wintermute, GSR, DWF Labs, Jane Street, and Amber Group. These companies are considered to be in the top tier of the sector. Conversely, 19 market maker projects scored below 60% in transparency, with many lacking disclosures on team details, funding, or market-making tokens, indicating room for improvement.
RootData's transparency scores are based on a comprehensive evaluation of factors such as investor background, team completeness, roadmap delivery, and media presence. A higher transparency score suggests greater project strength and stability.#RootData #CryptoMarketMakers #Transparency #CryptoIndustry #GalaxyDigital #Wintermute #GSR #DWFLabs #JaneStreet #AmberGroup #Crypto #MarketMaking #Blockchain
🚀 Paradigm Explores Development of Prediction Market Trading Terminal
#Paradigm #predictionmarket #Kalshi #tradingterminal #marketmaking #ArjunBalaji #research #predictionmarketindex #S&P500
Paradigm, a major investor in the prediction market Kalshi, is reportedly developing its own trading terminal for prediction markets. According to Odaily, this initiative is being led by Paradigm partner Arjun Balaji and is aimed at professional traders and market makers. An official spokesperson for Paradigm declined to comment on the matter.
Sources indicate that Paradigm is also considering the establishment of an internal market-making department within the prediction market sector. Additionally, the firm is collaborating with researchers to explore the feasibility of creating a prediction market index. This index would bundle multiple prediction markets into a single tradable platform, similar to how the S&P 500 index aggregates the stocks of 500 companies.#Paradigm #predictionmarket #Kalshi #tradingterminal #marketmaking #ArjunBalaji #research #predictionmarketindex #S&P500