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Meeting client demand for cryptocurrencies

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According to a Bitwise/ETF Trends 2022 survey, 94% of American financial advisers have recently been asked by clients about cryptocurrencies. This has created a gap in the market for providers, albeit one that carries unique and considerable risks.

In this episode, Ben Cruikshank explains how he and his team at Flourish are helping US advisers to invest in crypto on behalf of clients. We discuss the Terra Luna debacle, the abundance of coins in the market, and how emerging regulatory frameworks can influence the future of DeFi.
10 Jun 2022 English South Africa Business · Investing

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