# Сопутствующие статьи по теме Valuation

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Ripple Joins Top 10 Global Private Companies With A $50B Valuation

Ripple has been ranked among the top 10 most valuable private companies globally, with an estimated valuation of $50 billion, according to a widely shared "unicorn companies" list on X. This positions Ripple alongside major AI and fintech firms like OpenAI, ByteDance, and SpaceX. The valuation marks a significant increase from its $40 billion late-2025 financing, suggesting a sharp upward revaluation. Unlike public companies, Ripple's value is shaped by private transactions, including share buybacks at lower valuations in 2022 and 2024. The ranking reframes Ripple as a large-scale payments infrastructure business rather than a crypto-focused narrative. However, with no imminent IPO plans, its valuation remains subject to periodic private market activity. At the time of reporting, XRP was trading at $1.40.

bitcoinist02/10 01:32

Ripple Joins Top 10 Global Private Companies With A $50B Valuation

bitcoinist02/10 01:32

CZ's Missed Opportunity: The Cost of a Trillion-Dollar AI Era

In 2014, CZ sold his Shanghai apartment to buy 1,500 BTC—a legendary investment that would have been worth nearly $190 million at its peak. But an even bigger opportunity came years later. In November 2022, amid FTX’s liquidity crisis, Binance signed a non-binding letter of intent to acquire the failing exchange. The deal fell through within days, and FTX collapsed. Unknown to many at the time, FTX held a hidden gem: a 7.84% stake in AI startup Anthropic, acquired in a 2022 funding round. That investment, made before the AI boom, is now worth an estimated $27.44 billion based on Anthropic’s rumored $350 billion valuation. Had the Binance-FTX acquisition proceeded, CZ might have gained control of this stake—potentially the most valuable asset in FTX’s portfolio. Instead, FTX’s bankruptcy estate sold the Anthropic shares to traditional financial firms like Jane Street and Fidelity, netting over $1.3 billion. The article reflects on the missed chance for crypto leaders to influence AI’s top tier and laments what could have been a powerful convergence of crypto and AI.

比推02/09 18:03

CZ's Missed Opportunity: The Cost of a Trillion-Dollar AI Era

比推02/09 18:03

The Day CZ Missed the Best Investment of His Life, Crypto Missed AI

In 2014, CZ sold his Shanghai apartment to buy 1,500 BTC—a legendary investment in crypto history. But years later, he missed an even bigger opportunity: acquiring FTX in 2021. During FTX liquidity crisis negotiations, Binance signed a non-binding LOI to acquire the exchange but backed out within a day, citing issues “beyond control.” Unbeknownst to many, FTX held a hidden gem: a $500 million investment in AI startup Anthropic, acquired in 2021 for a 13.56% stake (later diluted to 7.84%). Post-ChatGPT, Anthropic’s valuation soared. It’s nearing a new funding round at a potential $350 billion valuation. FTX’s stake would now be worth ~$27.4 billion—enough to cover its collapse losses multiple times. Instead, FTX’s bankruptcy estate sold the shares for over $1.3 billion to traditional investors like Jane Street and Fidelity—not crypto firms. This missed chance represents what could have been a powerful intersection of Crypto and AI, with potential innovations lost as the opportunity moved entirely into traditional finance hands.

marsbit02/09 04:22

The Day CZ Missed the Best Investment of His Life, Crypto Missed AI

marsbit02/09 04:22

The Day CZ Missed the Best Investment of His Life, Crypto Missed AI

CZ, the founder of Binance, famously sold his Shanghai apartment in 2014 to buy Bitcoin—a move that would have yielded nearly $190 million at its peak. But an even bigger opportunity came years later, one that he ultimately walked away from. In November 2021, amid a liquidity crisis at FTX, Binance signed a non-binding letter of intent to acquire the rival exchange. The deal fell through within days, accelerating FTX’s collapse. Unbeknownst to many, FTX held a hidden gem in its portfolio: a $500 million lead investment in AI startup Anthropic, acquired in April 2021 for a 13.56% stake (later diluted to 7.84%). At the time, AI had not yet entered its explosive growth phase. But after the launch of ChatGPT and the rise of Anthropic’s Claude models, the company’s valuation soared. Recent reports suggest Anthropic is raising funds at a valuation as high as $350 billion. At that level, FTX’s stake would have been worth approximately $27.44 billion—more than enough to cover the exchange’s infamous shortfall. After FTX’s bankruptcy, its Anthropic shares were sold off in court-approved transactions totaling over $1.3 billion to traditional financial firms and Abu Dhabi-based investors—not to crypto companies. The article reflects on what could have been: had CZ acquired FTX, or had SBF held on, a major crypto-native entity could have held influence in one of AI’s top firms, potentially fostering deeper integration between crypto and AI. Instead, that opportunity slipped into traditional finance’s—a missed chance for both CZ and the crypto industry.

Odaily星球日报02/09 04:17

The Day CZ Missed the Best Investment of His Life, Crypto Missed AI

Odaily星球日报02/09 04:17

When Wall Street Is No Longer in Sync: Signals of a Full Retreat from Hot Trades

Wall Street's hottest trades are experiencing a broad-based sell-off, shifting from tech stocks and cryptocurrencies to safe-haven assets like U.S. Treasuries. Unlike a single triggering event, this pullback reflects growing concerns over inflated valuations and mounting risks. Key developments include: - The S&P 500 fell 1.2%, marking its third consecutive decline, while the Nasdaq 100 saw its deepest retreat since last April. - Silver prices plunged 17%, and Bitcoin dropped 10%, erasing gains made since former President Trump’s election win 15 months ago. - Despite strong earnings season, tech giants like Google’s parent Alphabet and Amazon faced sell-offs due to concerns over aggressive AI-related spending plans. - Investors are reassessing risks, including which companies may lose in the AI race, potential shifts in Federal Reserve policy, and whether asset valuations have become unsustainable. Market sentiment has shifted from earlier optimism to a more cautious, defensive stance, reflecting broader fears of overextended momentum and the need for a market reset.

比推02/06 05:55

When Wall Street Is No Longer in Sync: Signals of a Full Retreat from Hot Trades

比推02/06 05:55

How Pessimistic Is Wall Street? Goldman Sachs Directly Compares 'Software' to 'Newspapers'

Wall Street's pessimism towards the software sector has reached an extreme, with Goldman Sachs drawing a stark comparison to the newspaper industry's decline in the early 2000s and the regulatory challenges faced by tobacco in the late 1990s. The firm argues that the recent sharp sell-off in software stocks—down 29% from September 2025 highs—reflects a fundamental reassessment of the sector's long-term growth and profitability, not just short-term earnings volatility. Key catalysts include new AI developments from Anthropic and Google, which are now seen as direct threats to software firms' pricing power and business models, rather than mere productivity tools. Despite software valuations falling to multi-year lows (forward P/E of ~20x), Goldman emphasizes that the core issue is not valuation but crumbling growth assumptions. Current multiples imply mid-term revenue growth expectations have collapsed from 15-20% to just 5-10%. The report warns that, as with newspapers and tobacco, valuations alone won't form a bottom; earnings expectations must stabilize first. Investors are already shifting capital toward "real economy" sectors like industrials and energy, while reducing exposure to AI-vulnerable software. Goldman notes some defensive opportunities in vertical software and data-rich companies but stresses that the narrative has shifted from "AI as a growth catalyst" to "AI as an existential threat." The key question is no longer whether software stocks can rebound, but which companies can prove they won't become the next newspapers.

marsbit02/06 05:47

How Pessimistic Is Wall Street? Goldman Sachs Directly Compares 'Software' to 'Newspapers'

marsbit02/06 05:47

Tether Scraps $20 Billion Funding Ambitions Due To Investor Opposition

Cryptocurrency giant Tether has significantly scaled back its fundraising ambitions, reducing its target from an initial $15–20 billion to potentially as low as $5 billion. This shift follows investor resistance to the company's proposed $500 billion valuation. CEO Paolo Ardoino clarified that the $500 billion figure was a maximum valuation cap, not a firm target, and noted that internal reluctance from existing shareholders to sell equity has complicated efforts to structure a larger round. Despite the fundraising challenges, Tether reported strong 2025 net profits exceeding $10 billion and continues to expand its USDT stablecoin supply, which now circulates approximately $186 billion. The company has also diversified its reserves, including significant gold purchases, and launched a new dollar-pegged stablecoin, USA₮, for the U.S. market.

bitcoinist02/05 14:10

Tether Scraps $20 Billion Funding Ambitions Due To Investor Opposition

bitcoinist02/05 14:10

Profits Fall by a Quarter: Why Tether Abandoned Its $20 Billion Financing Plan

In the face of a cooling crypto market and investor skepticism, Tether, the world's largest stablecoin issuer, has significantly scaled back its ambitious fundraising plans. Initially targeting $15-20 billion, which would have valued the company at $500 billion, the firm is now considering raising only about $5 billion. CEO Paolo Ardoino downplayed the original target, calling it a "misunderstanding" and a maximum cap, not a goal, while emphasizing that Tether is highly profitable and doesn't urgently need the capital. Despite the success of its USDT stablecoin, which has a market cap of approximately $185 billion, Tether faces persistent investor caution. Concerns revolve around its $500 billion valuation—comparable to major AI firms and SpaceX—ongoing regulatory scrutiny, and the lack of a full independent audit, relying instead on quarterly attestations. Ardoino defended the valuation, contrasting Tether's substantial profits with the losses of highly-valued AI companies. While new U.S. stablecoin legislation and competitor Circle's IPO have boosted momentum, regulatory risks and Tether's controversial history remain hurdles. The company's profits fell by about a quarter in 2025, attributed to declining Bitcoin prices, though it gained $8-10 billion from its gold holdings. Tether's massive scale has made it a major player in U.S. Treasuries and gold markets, positioning it as a critical bridge between traditional finance and the volatile crypto world.

marsbit02/05 09:03

Profits Fall by a Quarter: Why Tether Abandoned Its $20 Billion Financing Plan

marsbit02/05 09:03

Pricing Mechanism Failure: Bitcoin Lost in Conflicting Narratives

Bitcoin's identity crisis is causing its pricing mechanism to fail, as it simultaneously tries to function as four conflicting assets: an inflation hedge, a tech stock, digital gold, and an institutional reserve asset. This confusion was starkly exposed on January 29, 2026, when Bitcoin crashed 15% amid contradictory market events—falling both when it should have risen (as a safe haven during a stock market crash) and when it should have fallen (as a risk asset on hawkish signals). The article argues that Bitcoin's price is no longer driven by fundamentals like adoption or scarcity, but by institutional algorithmic trading and correlation assumptions with equities. Its volatility now moves in lockstep with stock market volatility (correlation of 0.88 with VIX), amplifying portfolio losses instead of providing diversification. Four potential resolution paths are outlined: Bitcoin could solidify as a strategic reserve asset (pushing price to $150K), normalize as a risk asset ($80K-$110K), become a true inflation hedge ($110K-$140K), or fail as a diversifier ($40K-$60K). The market's direction will be determined by key indicators like correlation shifts, government adoption announcements, on-chain activity, and volatility decoupling from stocks. Until Bitcoin’s identity is clearly defined, it will remain prone to reflexive price swings disconnected from utility.

marsbit02/05 04:48

Pricing Mechanism Failure: Bitcoin Lost in Conflicting Narratives

marsbit02/05 04:48

TRM Labs Hits Unicorn Status With $1B Valuation as $MAXI Explodes

Blockchain intelligence firm TRM Labs has achieved unicorn status with a $1 billion valuation, signaling a maturation in crypto's "sanitization phase." This development, backed by major institutions like JPMorgan, Visa, and Citi, indicates traditional finance is investing heavily in blockchain compliance infrastructure. Historically, improved compliance leads to increased institutional capital flow, reducing systemic risk and encouraging a rotation into high-beta, speculative assets. Capital is already shifting towards high-volatility opportunities, exemplified by the presale success of Maxi Doge ($MAXI), which has raised $4.5 million. The project leverages a 'leverage culture' narrative, targeting traders with gamified experiences, holder-only trading competitions, and a treasury fund. Built on Ethereum, it offers staking rewards and aims to capitalize on the returning appetite for risk. On-chain activity suggests whale accumulation at the current presale price of $0.0002785, indicating smart money bet on its asymmetric risk-reward potential ahead of a public listing.

bitcoinist02/04 14:02

TRM Labs Hits Unicorn Status With $1B Valuation as $MAXI Explodes

bitcoinist02/04 14:02

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