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The $1 Trillion Secret: How Hedge Funds Are Dominating Global Markets

  A Hidden Force in Global Finance For decades, hedge funds have operated largely in the shadows, their strategies and internal workings shrouded in secrecy. But if you peel back the layers, you’ll find that these firms are not only sophisticated investment engines—they’re also master tacticians. With nearly $1 trillion in assets under management, their influence extends far beyond the walls of exclusive boardrooms. From short selling and leveraging advanced algorithms to executing high-frequency trades, hedge funds are now major players in everything from equities to currencies and even commodities. It might seem unbelievable that a relatively small group of investors can dictate trends on a global scale, but their power lies  in their agility, secrecy, and relentless pursuit of uncorrelated returns The Art and Science of Hedge Fund Strategies So what exactly are these hedge funds doing differently? The answer lies in their multifaceted approach to investing. 1. Leveragi...

How Wall Street is Quietly Taking Over Crypto Markets

  A shift in the crypto economy  When cryptocurrency was first gained popularity in around 2017, it was all about decentralization — giving people the freedom to control their own money without any involvement from banks or governments. This idea of decentralization was revolutionary as it gives individuals the opportunity to trade and invest without the interference of major institutions.   However, things are changing. Over the years, big financial institutions have been slowly getting more involved in the crypto market. For instance, Fidelity's research has pointed out that 71% of institutional investors see crypto as a viable asset class. With the emergence of Bitcoin's ETF, crypto futures and increasing availability of crypto ETFs, Wall Street is quietly taking over the crypto space which was once dominated by retail traders.  Chart of Bitcoin holdings and its corresponding price The chart above shows institutional Bitcoin holdings since the ETF approval. I...