Around seven years ago, BlackRock’s CEO, Larry Fink, dismissed Bitcoin as a tool for money laundering. Fast forward to 2024, and BlackRock is on the verge of becoming one of the largest holders of Bitcoin through its iShares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT), reflecting a dramatic shift in its stance on cryptocurrency. Since its launch in January, […]
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