Alfie Thomas

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Blockchain Budget Proposal: Continuing the Kennedy Legacy of Transformative Ideas

Reforming FX-Crypto Partnerships: A Transparent Approach to OTC Referrals

Global Commerce Breaks the Blockchain Barrier: Insights for Financial Professionals

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Blockchain Budget Proposal: Continuing the Kennedy Legacy of Transformative Ideas

Industry

Alfie Thomas

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. proposes using blockchain technology to revolutionize government budget transparency, aiming to enhance public trust, reduce fraud, and improve efficiency.

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DBS Bank Spearheads Blockchain Initiative for Singaporean Government Grant Disbursement

Industry

Alfie Thomas

DBS Bank has initiated a groundbreaking pilot project that implements blockchain technology to streamline government grant disbursements in Singapore.

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Dubai Sets Global Precendent with Crypto Salary Payments: A Game-Changer for Digital Economy

Industry

Alfie Thomas

Dubai Court of First Instance’s ruling to validate the use of cryptocurrencies for salary payments under employment contracts marks a seminal moment in the financial sector. This decision not only reaffirms the United Arab Emirates' position at the forefront of digital currency adoption but also aligns its financial practices with global economic trends shaping the future of transactions and employment remuneration.

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Reforming FX-Crypto Partnerships: A Transparent Approach to OTC Referrals

Industry

Alfie Thomas

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Crypto Gains Momentum in US Politics: Analyzing the Rhetoric of RFK Jr and Trump

Industry

Alfie Thomas

The growing prominence of cryptocurrencies is not just reshaping finance but also leaving its mark on the political landscape of the United States.

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Navigating the Spreads: Public Exchanges vs OneLabs Private OTC

Cryptocurrency

Alfie Thomas

Breaking down the impact of orderbook spreads on public exchanges when trading in large volumes.

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The Future of USDT under the MiCA Regime

Cryptocurrency

Alfie Thomas

Prominent Exchanges Set to Delist USDT and 5 Stablecoins Due to MiCA

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Embracing Cryptocurrency in the Luxury Market: A Strategic Advantage for High-Value Brokers

Industry

Alfie Thomas

Explore tailored Over-The-Counter (OTC) cryptocurrency services designed to facilitate secure and efficient high-value transactions for luxury items like classic cars and real estate.

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The Introduction of MiCA in the EU and its Implications for OTC Clients

Industry

Alfie Thomas

The EU's MiCA regulation brings standardized crypto oversight, affecting OTC brokers, while OneLabs is poised for compliance, leveraging its role in drafting Poland's crypto laws.

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Reimagining Payments: A Deep Dive

Industry

Alfie Thomas

The financial landscape is experiencing unparalleled transformations, thanks to the evolution of blockchain and payment technologies.

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The Intricacies of Accepting Cryptocurrency in Dubai's Real Estate Market

Industry

Alfie Thomas

Accepting cryptocurrency in Dubai's real estate market is challenged by regulatory uncertainties, price volatility, and operational complexities, despite its potential for streamlining transactions.

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Crypto OTC Trading: Direct Principal vs Block Trader

Industry

Alfie Thomas

Direct principal liquidity providers with their own dark pools offer enhanced privacy, improved pricing, and decreased market impact for crypto OTC trades, presenting significant advantages over block traders for digital asset funds.

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Why Use OTC Services for Your Crypto Trades

Cryptocurrency

Alfie Thomas

1Labs OTC offers a secure, efficient alternative to traditional exchanges, reducing costs and enhancing privacy for large-scale crypto traders.

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Leveraging OTC: Why Payment Service Providers choose OneLabs for On/Off Ramping

Industry

Alfie Thomas

Partnering with OneLabs elevates PSPs’ capabilities through enhanced liquidity, global settlement services, and sophisticated technological solutions, ensuring operational excellence and competitive edge in the financial marketplace.

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Why Blockchain Development Agencies are Partnering with OTC Desks

Industry

Alfie Thomas

Enhance your blockchain development firm's market agility and financial integrity with strategic OTC desk partnerships—expertly navigating liquidity, compliance, and security for your pioneering projects.

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University Endowments are Embracing the Future of Finance

Industry

Alfie Thomas

Swift, secure & sizeable settlements for university endowments ready to strategically advance into digital currencies - let's unpack the depth of market advantages available for your portfolio.

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Cross Border Remittances and Payroll: The Crypto Advantage

Cryptocurrency

Alfie Thomas

Efficient, cost-effective cross-border payment and settlement solutions with OneLabs, fostering seamless financial integration on a global scale.

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Bitcoin ETFs Witness Early Institutional Investor Interest

Cryptocurrency

Alfie Thomas

In an unprecedented shift, institutional investors pave the way for mainstream Bitcoin ETF adoption, highlighting the bridging of traditional and Digital Asset spheres

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TWAP Strategies vs. OTC Desks for Large Orders: Decoding the Better Strategy

Cryptocurrency

Alfie Thomas

When considering large orders in the cryptocurrency market, TWAP orderbook strategies excel at minimizing market impact and providing transparency for moderate-sized trades, while OTC desks offer deep liquidity and price negotiation opportunities, making them better suited for significantly larger orders and specific trading goals.

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Optimizing Crypto Mining Operations: The Integral Role of OTC & Liquidity Solutions

Industry

Alfie Thomas

OTC and liquidity solutions empower crypto miners to navigate market volatility with confidence, optimize cash flow for operational sustainability, and strategically grow their portfolios through discreet, large-volume asset exchanges.

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Regulatory Evolution in Cryptocurrency Markets: A Focus on Key Jurisdictions

Cryptocurrency

Alfie Thomas

We provide vigilant regulatory navigation and bespoke compliance strategies to ensure the seamless integration of your business within the ever-evolving digital asset landscape.

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Challenges and Solutions for Accepting Cryptocurrency in Real Estate Transactions

Cryptocurrency

Alfie Thomas

Embracing the future of financial transactions, OneLabs offers an innovative vIBAN solution that seamlessly converts cryptocurrency to fiat, ensuring compliance and expanding opportunities in the real estate market.

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Moving in Silence: Trading Digital Assets Over the Counter

Cryptocurrency

Alfie Thomas

Exploring the significance of silent trading, the article highlights how discreet OTC transactions with specialized firms can offer investors privacy, reduced market impact, and enhanced efficiency in the digital and fiat currency space.

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Global Commerce Breaks the Blockchain Barrier: Insights for Financial Professionals

Industry

Alfie Thomas

A comprehensive overview of blockchain technology's transformative impact on global commerce, detailing its widespread adoption, efficiency gains, and potential for future financial innovation.

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The Strategic Advantage of Self-Execution OTC Platforms for Hedge Funds in Digital Asset Trading

Industry

Alfie Thomas

OneLabs' advanced OTC platform provides hedge funds with unparalleled liquidity and transaction privacy in digital asset markets, ensuring rapid execution and regulatory compliance.

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The Rise of Stablecoins in Global Commodities Transactions

Industry

Alfie Thomas

This article examines the transformative impact of stablecoins on global commodities transactions, highlighting their advantages over traditional fiat settlements.

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New Frontiers for OTC: Leveraging Named vIBANs for Enhanced Transactional Efficiency

Industry

Alfie Thomas

Named vIBANs offer OTC desks a secure, efficient, and regulatory-compliant avenue for streamlining digital asset transactions, enhancing both client experience and operational precision.

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Empowering OTC Desks: OneLabs Whitelabel Solution and Back-Office Support

Industry

Alfie Thomas

Partner of choice for OTC desks seeking cutting-edge whitelabel liquidity solutions and meticulous back-office support to elevate operational efficiency, client satisfaction, and profitability

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Maximizing Treasury Management with Liquidity Lending

Cryptocurrency

Alfie Thomas

OneLabs’ Liquidity Lending Programme is transforming treasury management for corporate treasuries seeking to optimize their crypto holdings and enjoy reliable fixed income returns.

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Untapped Potential: Why Family Offices Need the OneLabs OTC Desk

Industry

Alfie Thomas

OneLabs offers an OTC desk designed to cater to the unique requirements of family offices while aligning with regulatory standards and providing access to cutting-edge technology.

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Embracing the Lucrative Potential of On/Off-Ramping Crypto and Stablecoins: Overcoming Challenges and Enabling Seamless Servicing in the UK

Industry

Alfie Thomas

Unleashing the Potential: Overcoming Challenges to Seamlessly Service Crypto and Stablecoins in the UK.

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The Hidden Maze of Crypto Liquidity: Who's Really Paying the Price?

Cryptocurrency

Alfie Thomas

Explore the hidden costs of crypto trading and discover how 1Labs stands out by ensuring clarity, fairness, and efficient trading with no surprise fees.

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Crypto: Tethered to The Devil

Cryptocurrency

Alfie Thomas

Tether's (USDT) stability promise is marred by transparency issues and auditing controversies, posing a potential systemic risk to the broader cryptocurrency market.

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TradFi Embracing the Crypto Revolution: A Paradigm Shift

Cryptocurrency

Alfie Thomas

The wake of the FTX scandal has surprisingly not scared away the silver foxes of traditional finance, instead, they're doubling down.

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FTX Scandal: A year later & where are we?

Industry

Alfie Thomas

The meaning of custody and keys, why it impacts you

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Crypto Gold Rush: Big Banks Dive into Digital Assets

Industry

Alfie Thomas

The New Power Play in the World of Digital Finance

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