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Mahathir Bayena

Mahathir Bayena

GrafaCrypto Journalist

Crypto journalist for Grafa, with nearly 10 years of experience covering blockchain, Web3, and NFT gaming trends. MBA & Economics grad.

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Why crypto platforms are chasing stock market access

  • eToro’s acquisition of TradeZero highlights a broader shift toward crypto and stock market integration.
  • Exchanges are expanding beyond cryptocurrencies into tokenised stocks, equities, and multi-asset trading platforms.
  • Regulation and licensing remain the biggest barriers to this next phase of digital asset expansion.
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ETF uncertainty is reshaping the next crypto approval race

  • Grayscale has withdrawn three crypto ETF applications, putting the spotlight back on the next wave of token approvals.
  • The strongest comparable assets are Solana, XRP, Litecoin, and Ethereum, which remain central to ETF and institutional access discussions.
  • The biggest challenge remains regulatory approval standards and how the US SEC evaluates different crypto assets.
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AI infrastructure demand accelerates the server hardware race

  • Super Micro Computer (NASDAQ:SMCI) reported fiscal Q4 2026 net sales of $11.1 billion, up about 91% year over year, driven by demand for AI server infrastructure.
  • The company reported net income of $1.18 billion, a gross margin of 17.5%, and fiscal 2026 sales of $39.1 billion.
  • AI infrastructure companies are expanding production capacity while managing supply constraints, capital requirements, and demand for high-performance computing systems.
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