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As we move into the second half of 2025, the crypto landscape continues to evolve amid global economic uncertainty, shifting regulations, and dynamic market forces. In this edition, we explore the latest developments in Bitcoin price action, macroeconomic trends, and regulatory updates, including the MiCAR deadline. We also highlight key takeaways from BTC Prague 2025, where our team engaged with industry leaders like Michael Saylor and attended thought-provoking sessions, including Jack Mallers’ keynote.

As the crypto sector continues to evolve, June opens with a mix of historic milestones and cautionary signals. From Bitcoin reclaiming its all-time high to Circle’s long-awaited IPO, the intersection between digital assets and traditional finance is deepening. Meanwhile, concerns over data security, US debt stability, and macroeconomic pressure on the dollar highlight the complexity behind today’s market dynamics.

22 May 2025, Rotterdam, The Netherlands – Blockrise, a regulated crypto asset manager, has secured €2 million in seed financing from a consortium of venture capital firms and angel investors. This marks the Dutch startup’s first external funding round in the crypto wealth-management space and paves the way for a planned Series A later this year to further scale the business.

Financial markets are navigating an exceptionally dynamic period, shaped by diverging forces: from escalating trade wars and sweeping tariff measures to transformations in both the private credit markets and the crypto sector. The recent Trump tariffs, with up to 54% on China, are triggering a global economic shock. At the same time, private credit has reached a record $2 trillion in AUM and crypto lending has seen remarkable 250% growth over the last two years.

This publication provides an in-depth analysis of the potential benefits of incorporating Bitcoin into traditional investment portfolios. Emphasising returns, risk management, and inflation protection, it demonstrates how even a modest Bitcoin allocation can contribute to more robust investment outcomes. In addition, it highlights the strong recovery patterns and distinctive characteristics that underscore Bitcoin’s value as a strategic diversification tool.

The start of 2025 has been marked by significant developments across both the cryptocurrency and traditional financial markets. Bitcoin has demonstrated remarkable strength with an 8% appreciation in January, while Ethereum maintains its strategic position in the market. The regulatory landscape continues to evolve, with the SEC implementing new accounting standards that promise to enhance institutional cryptocurrency adoption. Meanwhile, the stablecoin market has reached a notable milestone, surpassing $200 billion in total market capitalisation.

This research analyses performance and risk management across Dutch crypto asset managers. Given crypto's volatility, understanding portfolio performance under different market conditions is essential for investment decisions. The study examines returns, risk metrics, and benchmark comparisons to reveal strategic effectiveness and best practices in portfolio management, providing key insights for crypto investors.

Discover how the Average Buy Profit Ratio (ABPR) serves as a crucial indicator for understanding Bitcoin market dynamics. Blockrise was able to get these unique insights through the

As we approach the end of 2024, the crypto asset market has demonstrated remarkable resilience and growth. Bitcoin's impressive +41,47% monthly gain, approaching €95.450, alongside Ethereum's exceptional +47,57% performance, reflects robust market momentum. This strength is further evidenced by unprecedented U.S. Bitcoin ETF inflows reaching $6,2 billion in November, while significant developments in the political landscape, including key appointments in the incoming administration, continue to shape the market's trajectory. Meanwhile, Europe faces its own challenges, particularly in France, where mounting fiscal pressures have led to market uncertainties reminiscent of the 2012 Eurozone crisis.