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???? Stablecoin transactions are surging, gaining momentum across B2B and P2P payments alike. From instant cross-border settlements to seamless treasury operations, businesses are increasingly turning to stablecoins for speed, efficiency, and cost savings. Stripe’s acquisition of Bridge underscores this shift, as payments giants move to integrate stablecoin infrastructure into their ecosystems. But as adoption accelerates, the need for robust infrastructure grows — because speed alone isn’t enough. At Bakkt, we provide secure, high-performance infrastructure that ensures stablecoin transactions are not just fast, but also safe, scalable, and cost-effective. More on the trend: https://lnkd.in/gvm4Nd_C More on Stripe’s move: https://lnkd.in/dMPn6GxZ

Demand for digital assets has never been higher. Investors expect seamless, secure, and reliable trading – and that requires ready access to liquidity, efficient on- and off-ramps and full compliance across all 50 states. Want to help fuel the future of crypto? Download our eBook: https://lnkd.in/eHwmfqrv #CryptoTrading #CryptoRegulation #DigitalAssets

President Trump’s announcement of a strategic crypto reserve – to include bitcoin, Ether, XRP, Solana, and Cardano – is a resounding endorsement of crypto’s role as both a strategic investment vehicle and a foundational financial utility. This development seems likely to increase global adoption among governmental bodies, promoting regulatory clarity both domestically and around the world. As digital assets become more intertwined with public funds and everyday life, the need for secure, compliant, and high-quality infrastructure has never been greater. The industry must rise to the occasion and deliver robust investor protections to unlock crypto’s full potential as an asset class. We look forward to future updates and are excited to help our clients take advantage of the evolving market and regulatory ecosystem. Read more: https://lnkd.in/dbD8F3_J?

Meet Natalie Murawski! Natalie serves as our Director - Data & Analytics, where she focuses on the latest data engineering techniques to arm us and our clients with strategic insights. We asked Natalie: ??What’s one trend in digital assets that you’re particularly excited about? ?? I’m excited about the growing adoption of crypto and the recent regulatory shift, which is bringing more clarity and confidence. This change is driving institutional growth, real-world asset tokenization, and wider mainstream integration. Many share this excitement as digital assets become a bigger part of our daily lives. ?? If you weren’t working in digital assets, what do you think you’d be doing? ?? If I weren’t working in digital assets, I’d likely be pursuing my passion for the outdoors and endurance sports. During a recent biking trip in Spain, I visited a bike café in Girona that really inspired me. It made me envision owning a similar café — a place where I could stay active, train, and connect with fellow athletes. I also thought about how digital assets and tokenization could help fund and enhance community-driven spaces like this in the future.

Protecting our clients and their assets is our top priority. Bakkt maintains rigorous due diligence protocols, insurance, and 1:1 reserves of customer assets. Our leadership team brings decades of experience from across financial services and technology, ensuring measured, responsible approaches to all we do. We handle security so you can focus on innovation. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gtU62JnT?

The SEC crypto task force is considering a national Bitcoin reserve, bringing potentially significant implications for global monetary policy. Three angles to keep an eye on: ?? Innovative Funding for Bitcoin: The Federal Reserve could issue debt, leverage seized crypto assets, or sell some of its gold reserves to acquire Bitcoin. This would represent the clearest signal yet of mainstream acceptance of digital assets. ?? A Global Crypto Arms Race: With the U.S. assuming a leading role, other sovereign nations will be incentivized to acquire Bitcoin like never before, ushering in a new era for the worldwide digital economy. The result could be an additional surge in institutional adoption of digital assets and a positive outlook for crypto markets and related equities. ? Technology Adaptation: This may go down as a crossroads in the history of monetary policy. Institutional market participants must ensure they are fully prepared — that means learning all they can about digital assets and adapting their technology to ensure alignment with whatever role crypto may end up playing. Innovation and adaptability have never been more crucial. Is your firm ready to lead the charge? #Cryptocurrency #BitcoinReserve #CryptoTaskForce #DigitalAssets https://lnkd.in/eHDMkFd9

"Should I be investing in BTC directly, or are bitcoin ETFs a better fit for my strategy?" We’ve heard this question from countless institutional market participants. There’s no single right answer, but in an on-demand webinar, Frank Caligiuri, Senior Vice President, Sales at Unchained sat down with Bakkt’s Ray Kamrath and Andrew Sabola to discuss the pros, cons and strategic considerations associated with each vehicle. Watch the webinar: https://lnkd.in/e3-QmAii #Bitcoin #BitcoinETF #DigitalAssets

New on Bakkt Brokerage: OFFICIAL TRUMP (TRUMP) We’re excited to add OFFICIAL TRUMP (TRUMP) to our platform, continuing our commitment to offering diverse, in-demand assets. This follows the addition of 25 new coins in Q3 and Q4. Start trading now. #CryptoAssets #Crypto #Bakkt #Blockchain

We are thrilled to partner with?BlockWyre inc.?to drive the future of crypto and traditional finance. Together, we're setting new standards for security, utility, compliance, and innovation in crypto markets. #CryptoMarkets #Partnership

Bakkt Reports Third Quarter 2024 Results: https://lnkd.in/gfGU276W