Can Crypto VCs Keep Up? Retail Gains, Tokenized Banking, BlackRock's Big Moves, and Bitcoin's $70K Surge

Retail investors thrive as venture capital struggles. BlackRock’s BUIDL token, DBS’s blockchain banking, and Bitcoin’s surge set the stage for crypto’s future.

The liquid crypto market is on fire with Bitcoin surging, retail investors are cashing in, and even Singapore’s largest bank is diving deep into tokenization. But behind the headlines, crypto venture funds are quietly struggling, raising the lowest capital in years. What’s happening under the surface of this split reality?

This week’s blockchain newsletter brings you closer to the heart of these trends. Let’s dive into the most fascinating developments shaping the future of crypto and finance.