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★Coinbase says the 'second wave' of institutional money for crypto is here and it is all about yield

Strategic Analysis // Ian Gross

"Coinbase's observation signals a maturing institutional crypto market, shifting from pure directional bets to sophisticated yield-generating strategies. This evolution drives demand for regulated DeFi and structured products, potentially accelerating capital inflows and necessitating clearer regulatory frameworks for on-chain finance. Such developments reshape market structure, fostering deeper liquidity and integration with traditional finance."

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Coinbase says the 'second wave' of institutional money for crypto is here and it is all about yield

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Coinbase, ever the optimist, suggests institutional money is back for a "second wave," this time chasing yield. Apparently, the first wave of speculative fervor wasn't quite enough to satiate the market's appetite for returns. We've certainly heard this tune before.

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