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Amplify Transformational Data Sharing ETF

BLOK is an actively managed portfolio mainly consisting of global equities focusing on blockchain technology.

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The Metaverse is a shared virtual 3D world, or worlds, that are interactive and collaborative. Bloomberg Intelligence expects the market opportunity for the metaverse to reach $800 billion by 2024 from $500 billion in 2020.

Want to Tap Metaverse Boom? Stocks & ETFs to Play

Innovations in the finance sector, such as cryptocurrencies, could cause cracks in existing systems. Pantera Capital CEO Dan Morehead is already witnessing this, according to a Crypto Potato article.

Asset Management CEO Sees More Upside for Blockchain

The most widely used blockchain network, Ethereum, just underwent its transition to a proof-of-stake consensus mechanism, which should help open up more growth opportunities with its new efficiency. This, in turn, could translate to more investment interest in Ethereum specifically and have a spillover effect into blockchain technology in general.

Ethereum Upgrade Opens Up Efficient Blockchain Opportunities

VettaFi financial futurist Dave Nadig appeared with Spark founder and CEO Jim Wiandt, ETF Think Tank head of research Cinthia Murphy, and Bitwise CEO Matt Hougan for a special Future Proof edition of the “Pennies From Heaven” podcast.

Dave Nadig Joins “Pennies From Heaven” to Open Day 2 of Future Proof

Cryptocurrencies may be having a rough 2022, but blockchain technology is expected to thrive moving forward, according to auditing firm KPMG. “A new report by global auditing giant KPMG predicts an upcoming slowdown in crypto investments during the second half of 2022,” The Daily Hodl reported.

Auditing Firm KPMG Foresees Growth in Blockchain Despite Challenges

Blockchain technology continues to push the limits of innovation, and various countries from around the globe are capitalizing on its capabilities. The country of Nigeria is teaming up with cryptocurrency exchange company Binance to create a blockchain hub city, according to Crypto News.

Nigeria, Binance Looking to Build a Blockchain Hub City

Different uses for blockchain technology are being explored around the globe. China, for example, is looking to use the technology to promote electricity trading.

China Looking to Leverage Blockchain to Facilitate Electricity Trading

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﻿ VettaFi editor-in-chief Lara Crigger appeared on “ETF IQ” with Taylor Riggs and Katie Greifeld to discuss the changing market environment, blockchain ETFs, clean energy, and more.

Lara Crigger Talks Blockchain, Clean Energy, and More on Bloomberg

When it comes to revolutionizing legacy payment systems, blockchain technology is one of the top disruptive mechanisms that investors are eyeing. That's evident when it comes to the largest movers and shakers in the corporate arena.

Biggest Blockchain Investors Targeting Payment Services

Even after a rough first half in 2022 for cryptocurrencies, it hasn't quite put a dent in the growth of blockchain. According to a survey collaboration by LinkedIn and OKX, the number of individuals working in the blockchain sector increased almost 80% annually as of June 2022.

Blockchain Workforce Grows 80% According to LinkedIn Survey

The rapid ascent of blockchain technology has been evident over the last couple of years, but one stock, in particular, has been a strong outperformer when pitted against major stock market indexes like the S&P 500.

Blockchain ETF's Top Holding Has Been a Strong Outperformer

While lauded for its disruptive benefits in facilitating payment transactions for goods or services, blockchain technology is simply not relegated to financial technology (fintech). Social impact groups are also leveraging blockchain to further their own causes.

Social Impact Groups Are Leveraging Blockchain Technology

BLOK, the Amplify Transformational Data Sharing ETF, is a broadly diversified crypto equities (and debt) exchange-traded fund. Fed action, the bubble hangover, crypto winter, and the (likely) attendant recession are keeping me on the sidelines with respect to crypto investments, including BLOK.

Macro Headwinds And Broad Diversification Are A Stumbling BLOK

Blockchain technology is imprinting itself on a global scale with the Asia-Pacific region seeing usage in disruptive technology with respect to real estate applications, according to a new study. The study was headed by big-four accounting firm KPMG and British multinational bank HSBC.

Study Supports Strong Blockchain Presence in Asia-Pacific

While blockchain technology and cryptocurrencies are often tied together inextricably, the former can stand on its own when it comes to other applications in business. Companies like Mastercard are utilizing blockchain technology beyond the realm of cryptocurrencies.

Blockchain Application Is “Far Beyond Cryptos,” Mastercard Says

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IBM beat earnings and revenue estimates in its second quarter 2022 results. However, the company warned of a $3.5 billion forex hit.

IBM Tops Q2 Earnings, Warns of Forex Hit: ETFs in Focus

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Cryptocurrency industry-related exchange traded funds surged Monday after bitcoin rallied for a fourth consecutive day and broke back above $22,000 in a month. Among the best performing non-leveraged ETFs of Monday, the Viridi Cleaner Energy Crypto-Mining & Semiconductor ETF (RIGZ) was up 9.3%, the Global X Blockchain ETF (BKCH) increased 12.

Crypto Stock ETFs Rally as Bitcoin Breaks Above $22K

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IBM has gained 10.2% over the past three months outperforming the industry, which has declined 2.4%. The positive trend is expected to continue as IBM saw increasing earnings estimates for the yet-to-be-reported quarter right before the earnings announcement.

Q2 Earnings Surprise in Cards for IBM: ETFs in Focus

There's a plethora of analytics available that can assess the strength of blockchain network activity, but there's one metric that might be overlooked: developer activity. “You can measure blockchain growth in different ways,” an Altcoin Buzz article said.

This Often Overlooked Looked Metric Tells a Lot About Blockchain Activity

Given a strong dollar combined with a lot of economic uncertainty around rising inflation and a potential recession, investors may be hesitant to jump into emerging markets (EM). However, blockchain technology could be making EM countries more investable in terms of locating opportunities that could propel long-term growth.

Blockchain Is Boosting Entrepreneurship in Emerging Markets

There's a lot of hype about how disruptive technology such as blockchain could be a transformative force in various business sectors. There is a report from cryptocurrency Ripple reinforcing this sentiment.

Report Shows Blockchain Will Have a Significant Impact on Businesses

Getting blockchain exposure doesn't mean investors are automatically tied to getting direct cryptocurrency exposure as a packaged deal. While the cryptocurrency markets have fluctuated wildly with volatility, believers in blockchain technology are preaching resilience.

Crypto Volatility Isn't Driving Away Believers in Blockchain

More cryptocurrency usage could be flooding political campaigns, according to a recent CNBC report. A new platform called Engage Raise will allow federal candidates to raise campaign funds via cryptocurrencies.

Political Donations in Crypto Highlight Potential of Blockchain Use

Blockchain technology is widely praised for its ability to serve the financial industry by processing transactions more efficiently and securely. Speaking towards that latter benefit, it could also assist in the software industry, according to a Forbes article.

Blockchain Technology Could Be an Integral Part of Software Security

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For weeks, the fund management world has pored over the more than 400 pages of rules proposed by the Securities and Exchange Commission that would make ETF issuers say more about their methods for picking securities according to ESG or factor principles. However, one paragraph in the proposal could effectively ban one of the most [.

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