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TLDR:
- Corporate crypto treasuries are no longer just about Bitcoin – they’re diversifying and actively managed.
- Investors are valuing the added utility and structure of these vehicles – sometimes enough to pay a premium.
- SPACs and PIPEss are increasingly blurring the line between TradFi and digital assets.
In the debut episode of Trader Takes, Colin Farrell (Senior Manager, Institutional Coverage) sits down with Matt Sheffield (Head of Spot Trading) to unpack how institutional players are using PIPEs and SPACs to enter the crypto space.
Key Topics Covered:
1. Why PIPEs and SPACs are trending: Matt breaks down what they are, why they’re gaining traction in crypto, and how institutional interest is reshaping these vehicles.
2. From Bitcoin to Altcoins: Corporate treasuries are no longer just buying Bitcoin – they’re deploying billions into ETH, SOL, and others, signaling deeper conviction in multi-asset exposure.
3. A New Alternative to ETFs: Unlike ETFs, these aren’t passive vehicles; they offer tailored, actively managed exposure that ETFs can’t replicate.
4. Premiums Reflect Real Utility: Retail investors are paying above NAV to access embedded leverage, staking, and token-denominated yield they can't achieve on their own.
5. Liquidity and Market Dynamics: As permanent capital vehicles, these treasuries help smooth volatility and create lasting token demand.
