Core Insights - Bitget is promoting its affiliate program aimed at content creators, educators, and the crypto community to provide an efficient monetization path, converting user engagement into actual revenue [2] - The affiliate program offers generous commissions, tiered rewards, and practical tools to help partners expand their influence and earn cryptocurrency [2][3] - Affiliates can earn up to 50% commission from the trading fees of referred users, with additional rewards for achieving specific milestones or outstanding performance [2][3] Group 1 - In 2025, Bitget launched an on-chain affiliate program, providing unprecedented transparency and control for partners [3] - The system uses on-chain data to verify referral relationships and track revenue distribution, eliminating uncertainty and enhancing partners' confidence in their earnings [3] - Affiliates can access real-time data through smart contracts, managing everything from wallet interactions to revenue settlements [3] Group 2 - The affiliate program is deeply integrated with Bitget's broader ecosystem, including copy trading, high liquidity markets, advanced API capabilities, and localized support [3] - This integration allows partners to easily customize promotional activities, reach target audiences, and grow alongside the platform [3] - Bitget's COO emphasized that the creator economy in the crypto space is rapidly evolving, and the affiliate program aims to transform influence into sustainable and scalable income sources [3] Group 3 - Bitget, established in 2018, is a leading cryptocurrency exchange and Web3 company serving over 120 million users across more than 150 countries [4] - The platform is known for its innovative copy trading features and provides real-time pricing information for Bitcoin, Ethereum, and other cryptocurrencies [4] - Bitget Wallet, formerly known as BitKeep, offers a comprehensive suite of Web3 solutions, including wallet functionalities, token swaps, NFT marketplace, and DApp browser [4]

智通财经6月6日电，记者获悉，为确保香港市场股份交收费收费标准调整的顺利实施，包括港股通、B 转 H 股份、H 股"全流通"的交易及清算交收仿真测试将于6月17日至6月27 日进行，检验市场参与各方 技术系统的正确性。今年2月，港交所宣布，将优化证券市场的股份交收费结构，以提高市场效率及确 保有关收费与交易金额更紧密挂钩，待市场准备就绪后于2025年6月实施，届时将取消最低和最高费限 额，并将收费率统一调整为每笔交易0.42基点（0.0042%）。对投资者来说，交易成本的降低将直接减 少个人投资者的交易费用，提高其投资收益，也可以提高市场活跃度，有助于吸引更多长期资金进入市 场。（智通财经记者 林坚） 港交所交易收费新标准即将落地 仿真测试6月中下旬开始 ...

Investment Rating - The report rates HKEX, BOCHK, and BEA as "Buy" with target price adjustments for HKEX from HKD 413 to HKD 438, reflecting positive market conditions and increased activity [5][9][38]. Core Insights - The Hong Kong financial sector is experiencing strong liquidity inflow despite subdued loan demand, with deposits growing 0.6% month-on-month in April and 4.1% year-to-date [2][11]. - The 1-month HIBOR has significantly decreased to approximately 0.6% in late May, which is expected to impact bank revenues and redirect deposits into investments, benefiting HKEX and banks' wealth management businesses [3][16]. - The capital market has seen a substantial increase in activity, with equity market average daily turnover (ADT) rising to HKD 242 billion year-to-date, an 84% increase from 2024, and total IPO funds raised reaching HKD 77 billion, approximately 8 times higher than the same period in 2024 [4][9]. Summary by Sections Liquidity and Loan Demand - Hong Kong sector deposits increased by HKD 706 billion year-to-date 2025, while loan growth was only HKD 49 billion, indicating that deposit growth is primarily driven by external inflows [2][11]. HIBOR Trends - The average 1-month HIBOR in May was 1.72%, significantly lower than the average of 3.82% from January to April 2025, suggesting a potential 10% reduction in BOCHK's earnings with a 100 basis point decline [3][16]. Capital Market Activity - The successful IPOs of companies like CATL and Hengrui, raising HKD 41 billion and HKD 10 billion respectively, are expected to stimulate further listing interests and enhance HKEX's turnover velocity, which is currently at approximately 155% [4][26]. Earnings Estimates - Earnings estimates for HKEX have been raised by 0.2% for 2025, 2.0% for 2026, and 3.3% for 2027, driven by increased ADT assumptions and listing-related revenues, partially offset by reduced investment income [5][28]. Key Financial Metrics - The report highlights that HKEX's consensus forward PE is 33.8x, slightly above its long-term average of 32.5x, indicating a favorable valuation relative to the market [30][32].

Summary of Nasdaq (NDAQ) Conference Call - June 05, 2025 Company Overview - **Company**: Nasdaq, Inc. - **Industry**: Global exchange operator and financial technology company Key Points Economic Environment and IPO Market - The U.S. economy shows strength and resilience, which supports capital deployment by companies and investors [5][6] - The IPO pipeline is expected to open up as volatility moderates, with companies preparing to enter public markets [5][6] - There is pent-up supply from companies ready to go public, indicating optimism for increased IPO activity in the summer and second half of the year [6] Sector Engagement - High engagement is noted in sectors related to AI technology and financial services, particularly fintech [7] - Companies in the digital economy are more attractive to investors compared to those affected by tariff uncertainties [8] Sales Cycle and Demand for Financial Technology - Demand for Nasdaq's financial technology solutions remains strong, with normalized conversations following tariff volatility [10] - The company is well-positioned competitively, with a healthy demand orientation for its products [10] One Nasdaq Strategy - Progress is being made towards the goal of $100 million in cross-selling opportunities by 2027, with 15% of the fintech pipeline currently in cross-sells [11][12] - The strategy involves aligning teams, tracking client data, and engaging clients holistically [11] Product Demand and Market Modernization - Strong demand across all product vectors, including surveillance and market modernization solutions [15] - New regulations and the need for modernization in risk management are driving demand for Nasdaq's products [15][16] Crypto and Tokenization Opportunities - Nasdaq is actively providing trading and clearing technology for crypto markets, with growth potential as cryptocurrencies become more bankable [19] - The company aims to leverage its technology to reduce friction in the financial system through tokenization [20] Index Business Performance - The index business has shown strong revenue growth, with a focus on transparency and alpha generation [22] - New product launches and global expansion are key growth drivers [24] 24/5 Trading Initiative - Nasdaq is exploring the implementation of 24/5 trading to meet global retail demand, while ensuring investor protections are in place [26][27] - The company is working on building the necessary infrastructure and regulatory approvals for this initiative [29][30] Texas as a Capital Markets Hub - Texas is emerging as a significant capital markets hub, with Nasdaq planning to establish a regional headquarters in Dallas [32][34] - The pro-business environment and the state's efforts to create a capital markets hub present growth opportunities for Nasdaq [34][36] M&A Strategy - Nasdaq is focused on organic growth and deleveraging, with no immediate plans for large-scale M&A [40][41] - The company is open to small bolt-on acquisitions but prioritizes optimizing organic growth [41] Artificial Intelligence Integration - Nasdaq is implementing AI in product development and business operations, with a focus on enhancing efficiency and client service [42][43] - The company anticipates that AI will support margin expansion over time [48] Future Trends in the Exchange Business - Major trends identified include AI, tokenization, and the potential for 24/5 trading, with Nasdaq committed to being an innovator in these areas [50][51] Additional Insights - Nasdaq's engagement with clients in Texas and the broader regulatory environment is crucial for future growth [36] - The company is actively working on corporate reforms to improve the public company experience in the U.S. [36]

CME Group (CME) Conference June 05, 2025 01:30 PM ET Speaker0 Welcome to the afternoon session of the twenty twenty five Global Exchange and Trading Conference. I'm Patrick Molley, senior research analyst covering the exchanges, brokers, and trading companies. It's a pleasure to welcome my next guest, CME Group Chairman and CEO, Terry Duffy. CME is the largest futures exchange in the world. We always love having Terry here. Terry, thanks for joining us. Speaker1 Pat, thank you very much, buddy. Speaker0 So, ...

Intercontinental Exchange (ICE) Conference June 05, 2025 10:30 AM ET Speaker0 My name is Patrick Moley. I cover the exchanges, online brokers and trading companies here at Piper Sandler. It's my pleasure to welcome our next guest, Lynn Martin of Intercontinental Exchange. Lynn has been President of NYSE since 2022. She also serves as Chair of Fixed Income and Data Services business. Lynn, thank you so much for joining us. Speaker1 Thanks for having me. Speaker0 So it's been a volatile first start to the yea ...

华夏时报（www.chinatimes.net.cn）记者 卢梦雪 北京报道 6月4日，香港财经事务及库务局局长许正宇在答复议员提问时表示，香港证监会正考虑为专业投资者引入虚拟资 产衍生品交易，并会制订稳健的风险管理措施。 相关分析人士向《华夏时报》记者指出，从国际经验来看，在政策初期，预计香港衍生品市场将以比特币、以太 坊等主流虚拟资产的永续合约等为试点。 当前，香港市场上已有虚拟资产期货ETF流通。但实际上，衍生品交易（如合约）才是加密货币交易所主要的收 入来源。如美国最大的加密货币交易所Coinbase披露的财报显示，2025年一季度该公司总营收为20.3亿美元，其中 交易收入占其总收入的60%以上；交易量方面，该公司现货总交易量为3931亿美元，衍生品交易量则达到了8036 亿美元，是现货交易量的两倍之多。 永续合约或为初级试点 6月4日，在香港立法会上，有议员提问，香港立法会是否会促请监管机构容许机构和零售投资者参与更多不同类 型及币种的虚拟资产交易，以及放宽专业投资者的资格要求，并将虚拟资产列作《证券及期货（财政资源）规 则》下的资产，以促进虚拟资产市场发展？ "这也将是推动市场增长的重要方向，若 ...

美国白宫国家经济委员会主任哈塞特（Kevin Hassett）对加密数字货币交易所巨头Coinbase持股至少100 万美元。 ...

Core Viewpoint - An investigation is underway regarding Coinbase's Board of Directors for potential breaches of fiduciary duties related to a data breach and cyberattack disclosed on May 15, 2025 [1][2]. Group 1: Investigation Details - The investigation by Berger Montague focuses on whether Coinbase's Board of Directors failed in their fiduciary duties concerning the oversight of the Company's data security [2]. - On May 15, 2025, Coinbase reported that cybercriminals targeted its customer support agents overseas, leading to the theft of customer data and an extortion attempt for the return of this personal information [2]. Group 2: Company Background - Berger Montague has been involved in shareholder litigation since its establishment in 1970 and has represented both individual and institutional investors for over five decades [3]. - The firm operates in multiple locations including Philadelphia, Minneapolis, Delaware, Washington, D.C., San Diego, San Francisco, and Chicago [3].

Market Overview - Wall Street's seasonal adages have not held true this year, with April ending on a mixed note and May showing impressive gains in U.S. stock markets [1][2] - All three major indexes finished May in the green, with the Dow rising 3.9%, the S&P 500 climbing 6.2%, and the Nasdaq Composite jumping 9.6%, marking their best monthly performances since November 2023 [2] Financial Services Sector Performance - The Financial Services sector was one of May's top performers, up 4.5%, with notable stocks including Coinbase Global, Northern Trust, BNY Mellon, Franklin Resources, and Bank of America [3][9] - Coinbase is positioned to benefit from heightened crypto market volatility and rising asset prices, with 83% of its total revenues coming from the U.S. market [7][10] - Northern Trust is leveraging organic expansion efforts and has launched Family Office Solutions targeting ultra-high-net-worth clients, which is expected to enhance its Wealth Management segment [12][13] - BNY Mellon is focusing on international growth initiatives and has seen a five-year CAGR of 6.2% in net interest income, with expectations for continued improvement [18][19] - Franklin has grown through acquisitions and partnerships, enhancing its presence in alternative investments and multi-asset solutions [22][23] - Bank of America is expected to benefit from higher interest rates, with a projected 6-7% rise in net interest income for 2025, supported by aggressive branch expansion [26][28] Company-Specific Insights - Coinbase is investing in infrastructure to expand crypto's practical use, including a low-cost Layer 2 scaling solution [8] - Northern Trust is focused on disciplined headcount management and process automation to improve productivity and meet financial targets, achieving a return on equity of 13% in Q1 2025 [14][15] - BNY Mellon is facing challenges with rising expenses and volatility in fee income, which constitutes almost 70% of total revenues [20] - Franklin's diversification into alternative asset classes is expected to drive assets under management growth, although market fluctuations pose risks to investment management fees [24][25] - Bank of America is enhancing its digital offerings and cross-selling products through initiatives like the Zelle money transfer system and the digital assistant Erica [29]