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BlackRock's most profitable ETF is now a ‘hair away' from $100B

The iShares Bitcoin Trust ETF (IBIT) has surpassed BlackRock’s second-most profitable ETF by $25 billion, nearing $100 billion in net assets. Over the past year, IBIT generated nearly $245 million in fees, making it the most profitable ETF for BlackRock. Since its launch 22 months ago, IBIT accumulated $97.8 billion in net assets, positioning it to become the fastest ETF to reach $100 billion, outpacing Vanguard’s S&P 500 index fund which took 2011 days to achieve the same milestone. Increased demand for spot Bitcoin ETFs has been driven by a favorable regulatory environment in the U.S. regarding crypto. BlackRock plans to broaden its Bitcoin offerings, including a proposed Delaware trust company to create a product that would sell covered call options on Bitcoin futures, although it will not pursue altcoin ETFs at this stage.

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EU weighs sanctions on ruble-backed stablecoin A7A5: Report

The European Union is considering sanctions against A7A5, a Russian ruble-backed stablecoin, as part of efforts to restrict Russian-linked crypto transactions. The proposed sanctions would prevent EU individuals and organizations from engaging with A7A5 directly or through third parties. This action targets various banks in Russia, Belarus, and Central Asia

Bitcoin's New All-Time High Boosts Crypto Mining Stocks

Bitcoin reached a new all-time high of over $126,000 on October 6, 2025, significantly boosting share prices for crypto miners and treasury companies. Argo Blockchain, a UK-based crypto miner, saw a staggering 96% increase in its stock, while US firms like HIVE Digital Technologies and others also reported significant

Asia Morning Briefing: Regional Crypto Power Balance Is Shifting as Japan 'Ready to Pop’

At Token2049 in Singapore, a significant shift in Asia's crypto landscape was discussed, with Japan emerging as a leading crypto market, overtaking Singapore and Hong Kong. Japan is benefiting from an established regulatory framework that fosters institutional growth, especially after the regulatory strictness following past scandals like Mt.

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