RT Solana (@solana)The future of capital formation is happening on Solana.$600M raised in 12 minutes.Zero bankers.All while Wall Street was closed.Let’s break down what just happened with Pump’s raise. https://t.co/I4e5ChRkmb ...

Regulatory Landscape - The GENIUS Act aims to provide structure for stablecoin issuance and explicitly prohibits the development of a Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC) [1] Decentralized Finance (DeFi) Opportunities - DeFi offers opportunities for high yields, with examples like an 18% Annual Percentage Yield (APY) on BTC through the tBTC incentivized pool on Hydration [2] - Potential expansion of incentivized pools to other assets like SOL could lead to significant asset bridging to Polkadot [2] - Various DeFi projects are being built, including Liminal, Project X, Felix, and others, requiring strategic engagement [2] - Blackhole DEX launched on Avalanche, presenting new opportunities [2] Capital Formation - Recent success in crypto capital formation includes successful Initial Coin Offerings (ICOs) and Initial Coin Offerings on Solana via Believe [4] - A new capital formation product is anticipated from a major player [4] Emerging Projects - Project X, created by Lambo and Bobby, is expected to perform well due to their expertise in viral distribution [4] - Yeet aims to launch its sportsbook by the start of the NFL season, integrating with Daily Fantasy Sports (DFS) and sports parlays [3]

but let me guess...they're gonna have their paid army come out en masse again and call it a 'cabal coin'just like they did for USELESS as they watched it pump from $5m to $350m market cap in mere weeksall while they were sidelined and contributed to preventing a significant number of their followers from being able to partake in its rallyand just as they will continue to do as it fast tracks to $1 billion+ market cap, GOD WILLING ...

MINNEAPOLIS and TORONTO, July 16, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Dayforce, Inc. (NYSE:DAY) (TSX:DAY), a global human capital management (HCM) leader that makes work life better, announced today the date for the release of its second quarter 2025 earnings and its participation at upcoming investor conferences. Second Quarter 2025 Earnings Date Dayforce will release second quarter 2025 financial results before the open of regular market trading on Wednesday, August 6, 2025. The company will host a live webcast and ...

Core Insights - VCI Global Limited has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire V Capital Fund Management Limited, a licensed fund management company, at a nominal consideration, with the acquisition expected to close in Q3 2025, pending regulatory approvals [1][2] Group 1: Acquisition Details - The acquisition provides VCI Global with immediate access to a regulated asset management framework in Labuan, Malaysia, known for its efficient licensing and tax incentives [2] - VCI Global plans to leverage the acquired license to launch the VCIG Bitcoin Fund, aimed at providing qualified investors with institutional-grade exposure to Bitcoin [3] Group 2: Market Context - The global cryptocurrency market has surpassed approximately US$2.6 trillion in total market capitalization, with Bitcoin accounting for around US$1.2 trillion [4] - Many investors in Asia are underexposed to digital assets due to regulatory hurdles, and VCI Global aims to bridge this gap by offering a secure and transparent investment vehicle for Bitcoin [4] Group 3: Strategic Goals - The acquisition enables VCI Global to operate a fully licensed digital asset fund under a respected offshore regime, positioning Bitcoin as a strategic reserve asset for institutional investors [5]

Market Reform & Progress - UK capital markets are "halfway" toward fixing issues, according to Robinhood Markets' UK head [1] - Government reforms aim to incentivize listing in London [1]

NEW YORK, July 16, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- OTC Markets Group Inc. (OTCQX: OTCM), operator of regulated markets for trading 12,000 U.S. and international securities, today announced Asante Gold Corp (CSE: ASE; GSE: ASG; OTCQX: ASGOF), a Canadian gold exploration, development and operating company with a high-quality portfolio of projects and mines in Ghana, has qualified to trade on the OTCQX® Best Market. Asante Gold Corp begins trading today on OTCQX under the symbol "ASGOF." U.S. investors can find curre ...

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EPR Properties (EPR -2.45%) stock has been red-hot over the past year, rallying more than 40%. That surge has driven the real estate investment trust's (REIT) dividend yield down to 5.8%. Here's a look at whether the landlord is still an attractive option for those seeking to generate passive income. What's driving EPR Properties higher? EPR Properties is off to a good start this year. The experiential property REIT grew its funds from operations (FFO) as adjusted by 5.3% in the first quarter. It's benefiti ...

Summary of NASDAQ's Q1 2025 Conference Call Company Overview - **Company**: NASDAQ - **Quarter**: Q1 2025 - **Key Financials**: - Net revenues: $1.2 billion, up 12.5% year-over-year [2] - Operating income: Increased by 17% [2] - EPS: Grew by 24% [2] - Free cash flow: $674 million [3] Core Financial Performance - **Revenue Breakdown**: - Solutions revenues: $947 million, up 11% year-over-year [2] - Annual Recurring Revenue (ARR): $2.8 billion, up 9% year-over-year [2] - **Divisional Performance**: - Capital Access Platforms: 5% ARR growth, 11% revenue growth [2] - Financial Technology: 10% revenue growth, 12% ARR growth [2] - Market Services: 19% net revenue growth [2] Strategic Initiatives - **Efficiency Programs**: Targeting $140 million in net synergies from the Advanta transaction, with over $100 million actions completed by the end of Q1 [3] - **Cross-Selling**: 19 cross-sells delivered since the acquisition, with a target to surpass $100 million in run rate revenue by the end of 2027 [3] - **New Product Launches**: 30 new index products launched in Q1, contributing to 33% of net inflows over the last five years [5] Market Dynamics - **IPO Activity**: Welcomed 45 operating companies, raising approximately $5 billion [4] - **Listing Transfers**: Continued momentum with marquee switches, including Shopify and Thompson Reuters [4] - **Market Volatility**: Experienced record trading volumes, with five of the six highest trading days in U.S. cash equities history occurring in Q1 [8] Technology and Innovation - **Cloud Transition**: Enhanced ability to navigate market conditions through cloud infrastructure, improving scalability and resiliency [6] - **Partnership with AWS**: Focus on modernizing financial services infrastructure, with plans to serve market operators through hybrid cloud solutions [6] Regulatory and Compliance - **Financial Crime Management**: Robust demand for solutions, with a 25% increase in new client signings [6] - **Regulatory Technology**: Axiom SL signed a large digital bank as a new client, with strong demand for surveillance solutions [7] Capital Allocation and Shareholder Returns - **Dividends**: Paid a dividend of $0.24 per share, with a 13% increase announced to $0.27 per share [15] - **Debt Repurchases**: Repurchased $279 million in debt, reducing gross leverage ratio to 3.4 times [15] Outlook and Challenges - **Macro Environment**: Ongoing policy shifts and potential tariffs creating short-term volatility, impacting corporate decision-making [9] - **Sales Cycle Delays**: Noted delays in client decision-making due to macroeconomic uncertainties, particularly in the financial technology segment [22] Key Takeaways - NASDAQ demonstrated strong financial performance in Q1 2025, with double-digit growth across all divisions and significant free cash flow generation [2][3] - The company is focused on strategic initiatives to enhance efficiency, drive innovation, and expand its product offerings [3][5] - Market conditions remain volatile, but NASDAQ's diversified business model positions it well for continued growth [9][10]