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HTX Ventures Releases 2024 Half-Year Investment Report, Highlighting Six Key Investment Directions
SINGAPORE, Aug. 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ —
Foreword
The first half of 2024 has marked a period of significant growth and innovation in the cryptocurrency market. This report outlines HTX Ventures’ key investment directions and maps out the investment outlook for the latter half of 2024.
“HTX Ventures had a great first-half of 2024, following our objective of advancing blockchain technology and Web3 ecosystems, it was through active searching and curation that we found potential opportunities to invest in. These projects have been shortlisted as we believe that they offer innovations and infrastructure that will be essential to the development of Web3. “Edward, the Managing Partner at HTX Ventures said. “For the rest of 2024, we remain optimistic despite the market slowdown, and will continue our lookout for more great projects to invest in by staying committed to the long-term game and supporting front-end development. We have observed a positive innovation flywheel. Triggered by one successful business model and ecosystem, it will inspire many entrepreneurs and lead to long-term innovations within the ecosystem.”
Market Context
Macro Market
The cryptocurrency market has experienced significant growth during the first half of 2024. The approval of Bitcoin ETFs has opened the door to traditional finance for cryptocurrencies, injecting substantial liquidity and stabilizing Bitcoin prices between $60,000 and $70,000 from an average of $40,000. Additionally, the approval of ETH ETFs by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission has ushered cryptocurrencies into the ETF era, greatly lowering the investment threshold, though it may also bring more regulation and artificial volatility. As a major class of risky assets, cryptocurrency ETF price fluctuations will have a stronger positive correlation with other financial markets (such as stocks and bonds). It could cause crypto to be more easily manipulated by Wall Street.
The Federal Reserve’s interest rate policies also have a significant impact on the cryptocurrency market. The Federal Reserve’s interest rates directly affect the liquidity of the U.S. dollar and related pegged currencies, which in turn directly influence the volatility of Bitcoin and other major cryptocurrencies.
Comment on the August 5th Global Market Selloff
Triggered by Japan’s interest rate hike, poor U.S. corporate earnings, and unfavorable U.S. unemployment data, the market experienced excessive pessimism and a global selloff (exiting risk assets and moving into safe-haven assets) on August 5th. However, the U.S. economy has not actually entered a recession. More economic data, such as July and August’s CPI and PCE data, ISM manufacturing and non-manufacturing indexes, and PMI data, is needed to clarify the economic situation. Currently, the market’s rate cut expectation is overly optimistic, with the market pricing in a total rate cut of about 100 basis points before the end of the year. The Federal Reserve needs more evidence to make a drastic monetary policy decision. Additionally, market uncertainty has increased due to the U.S. election.
Based on the above assessments, we believe that at least until September, crypto investors should not be overly pessimistic and blindly cut positions, nor should they chase highs. It is a good time to tap into cheap but high-quality business models. Position sizes should be moderate, leverage should be avoided, and investors should continuously update their understanding as new economic data is released to gain greater certainty.
Project Building
On the business side, the Ethereum Dencun upgrade in early 2024 enhanced the ETH ecosystem, improved Layer 2 usability and competitiveness, and opened up new opportunities for project chains. EigenLayer’s innovative business model has introduced new use cases and revenue streams for secured network coins like Ethereum, prompting exploration of new applications for Bitcoin. The combination of AI Agents with blockchain is also bringing transparency and automatic execution for service requesters, providing a glimpse into the future of AI integration.
HTX Ventures’ Investment Focus in First Half of 2024:
During this market cycle, HTX Ventures has been actively identifying and supporting innovative technologies and new business models. Committed to advancing blockchain technology, HTX Ventures offers comprehensive support to projects that expand the scope of Web3.
In the first half of 2024, HTX Ventures made 23 strategic investments across a wide range of areas, including infrastructure, DeFi, the Bitcoin ecosystem, AI, DePIN, SocialFi, and more, with a strong focus on foundational infrastructure and base layer models. Impressed by the increasing talent in the Web3 builder community, particularly as experienced Web3 developers collaborate with Web2 professionals to address real user needs, HTX Ventures is excited to partner with passionate teams to build a more user-friendly Web3 ecosystem.
There are six main tracks that we look into and believe will continue to be rewarding and flourishing during the latter half of 2024. These include BTCFi, Multichain Future Infrastructure, and User Experience Enhancement, Application Infrastructure Projects, New SocialFi and Community Applications, and DePIN.
Read the full report here: https://htxventures.medium.com/htx-ventures-releases-2024-half-year-investment-report-highlighting-six-key-investment-directions-aa2e77b0a034
About HTX Ventures
HTX Ventures, the global investment division of HTX, integrates investment, incubation, and research to identify the best and brightest teams worldwide. With more than decade-long history as an industry pioneer, HTX Ventures excels at identifying cutting-edge technologies and emerging business models within the sector. To foster growth within the blockchain ecosystem, we provide comprehensive support to projects, including financing, resources, and strategic advice.
HTX Ventures currently backs over 300 projects spanning multiple blockchain sectors, with select high-quality initiatives already trading on the HTX exchange. Furthermore, as one of the most active FOF (Fund of Funds) funds, HTX Ventures invests in 30 top global funds and collaborates with leading blockchain funds such as Polychain, Dragonfly, Bankless, Gitcoin, Figment, Nomad, Animoca, and Hack VC to jointly build a blockchain ecosystem.
Feel free to contact us for investment and collaboration at [email protected]
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Bybit’s CEO Meets with Vietnam’s Minister of Finance to Support Regulatory Sandbox and Strengthen Crypto Compliance
DUBAI, UAE, April 19, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Ben Zhou, Co-founder and CEO of Bybit, one of the world’s second-largest cryptocurrency exchanges by trading volume, met with H.E. Nguyen Van Thang, Minister of Finance of Vietnam, to express Bybit’s strong support for the country’s regulatory sandbox initiative and its vision to build a safe, transparent, and innovation-friendly digital asset ecosystem.
Hosted at the Ministry of Finance headquarters, the meeting centered on Vietnam’s efforts to establish a comprehensive legal framework for crypto assets. Minister Nguyen Van Thang outlined the Government’s plan to launch a pilot sandbox mechanism that will allow regulators to test the issuance and trading of crypto assets in a controlled environment. This initiative is designed to mitigate risks, strengthen investor protection, and ensure regulatory readiness before introducing official legislation.
A key part of the discussion focused on safeguarding the market against illicit activities. The Minister emphasized the importance of robust compliance frameworks, including Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Know Your Customer (KYC) protocols, to prevent the misuse of digital assets and support the country’s financial security.
In response, Ben Zhou welcomed Vietnam’s measured and responsible approach to digital asset regulation and reiterated Bybit’s long-standing commitment to compliance:
“Vietnam’s forward-thinking regulatory sandbox is a critical step toward unlocking the full potential of blockchain technology. At Bybit, we are fully aligned with the Government’s focus on investor protection and financial integrity,” said Ben Zhou, Co-founder and CEO of Bybit. “We are proud to share our expertise in KYC, AML, and global compliance standards, and we look forward to supporting Vietnam in building a resilient, secure, and dynamic crypto economy.”
Bybit expressed its readiness to collaborate with Vietnamese authorities on several fronts, including system architecture design, transaction oversight, and the implementation of international best practices in AML/KYC. The exchange also proposed support in capacity building, such as training financial regulators and sharing experiences from other jurisdictions.
Minister Nguyen Van Thang welcomed Bybit’s proactive approach and assigned the State Securities Commission to coordinate with Bybit on concrete proposals. He also commended Bybit’s reputation for strong financial capabilities, technological resilience, and its adherence to legal and regulatory requirements in the markets where it operates.
This meeting underscores Bybit’s growing role as a trusted international partner for regulatory dialogue and innovation. It also highlights Vietnam’s readiness to embrace blockchain technology while ensuring financial safety and public confidence in the digital asset space.
About Bybit
Bybit is the world’s second-largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, serving a global community of over 60 million users. Founded in 2018, Bybit is redefining openness in the decentralized world by creating a simpler, open and equal ecosystem for everyone. With a strong focus on Web3, Bybit partners strategically with leading blockchain protocols to provide robust infrastructure and drive on-chain innovation. Renowned for its secure custody, diverse marketplaces, intuitive user experience, and advanced blockchain tools, Bybit bridges the gap between TradFi and DeFi, empowering builders, creators, and enthusiasts to unlock the full potential of Web3. Discover the future of decentralized finance at Bybit.com.
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DUBAI, UAE, April 18, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Bybit, the world’s second-largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, is making waves with its latest trading showdown: Crypto Surf: Ride the Waves with Trailing Stops. This high-octane competition invites traders to rally behind either copy trading or trading bots, battling it out for their share of a prize pool worth up to $250,000 in USDT.
Running from April 18 to May 19, 2025, at 12 a.m. UTC, the event introduces a squad-based structure where users choose their camp, trade strategically, and compete across PnL, ROI and trading volume leaderboards. With a dynamic reward structure, participants can also win by predicting which squad will come out on top.
Prize Pool Distribution Highlights:
- 40% to the champion squad
- 30% to the runner-up
- 25% to the top 100 individual traders by volume
- 5% to users who correctly predict the winning squad
The event brings together the best of both worlds: the strategic finesse of copy trading and the automated power of trading bots. It celebrates innovation, user choice, and the thrill of crypto trading.
Participants must hold a minimum wallet balance of $1,000 in USDT, generate at least $10,000 in squad volume, and complete identity verification Level 1 to qualify. Users can only register for one squad and vote once to predict the winner. Rewards will be distributed within 14 business days of the event’s completion.
The total prize pool will scale in line with event volume milestones, starting at $1.2 billion and unlocking up to $2 billion in traded volume for the full $250,000 in USDT.
Bybit continues to redefine the competitive trading landscape – bringing fun, strategy and serious rewards to its global community.
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About Bybit
Bybit is the world’s second-largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, serving a global community of over 60 million users. Founded in 2018, Bybit is redefining openness in the decentralized world by creating a simpler, open, and equal ecosystem for everyone. With a strong focus on Web3, Bybit partners strategically with leading blockchain protocols to provide robust infrastructure and drive on-chain innovation. Renowned for its secure custody, diverse marketplaces, intuitive user experience, and advanced blockchain tools, Bybit bridges the gap between TradFi and DeFi, empowering builders, creators, and enthusiasts to unlock the full potential of Web3. Discover the future of decentralized finance at Bybit.com.
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Tomorrowland Brasil 2025 General Sale in Full Swing — Exclusive Cashback for Bybit Cardholders
DUBAI, UAE, April 18, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Bybit, the world’s second-largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, highlights that general ticket sales for Tomorrowland Brasil 2025 are currently ongoing, with exclusive benefit available to Bybit Card and Bybit Pay eligible users such as 20% cashback.
The Bybit Card is designed for global use and supports both fiat currencies—ARS, BRL, EUR, USD—and a wide selection of cryptocurrencies. Integrated with Apple Pay, Google Pay, and Samsung Pay, it offers users up to 10% cashback on everyday purchases, 8% APR through Auto-Savings, free worldwide delivery, and $100 in monthly ATM withdrawals at no cost—without any annual fees.
Returning to the vibrant setting of Parque Maeda in Itu, São Paulo, Tomorrowland Brasil 2025 will take place from October 12 to 14, promising three days of music, imagination, and cultural exchange. Famed for its theatrical stages, global audience, and meticulously curated lineup, Tomorrowland is more than a festival—it’s a world of its own. With each edition, it transforms into a breathtaking playground of light, sound, and storytelling, drawing music lovers from over 100 countries to celebrate unity through electronic music.
This year’s Brazilian edition will feature performances from some of the world’s most sought-after artists, including David Guetta, Armin van Buuren, Vintage Culture, Mind Against, Steve Aoki, James Hype, Alesso, Nervo, and I Hate Models. Special acts include Alok’s “Something Else” concept, ANNA b2b Vintage Culture, and a powerful b2b set from Matisse & Sadko and Third Party. With more names still to be revealed, the event is shaping up to be one of the strongest editions yet.
“Tomorrowland Brasil is one of those rare experiences that transcends music—it creates lasting memories and connects people from every walk of life,” said Joan Han, Head of Payment business unit at Bybit. “We’re proud to support this global celebration by offering our users exclusive benefits that make it easier to be part of something truly unforgettable.”
Tomorrowland Brasil continues to be a beacon of creativity, community, and connection, standing at the intersection of music, technology, and art.
#Bybit / #TheCryptoArk
About Bybit
Bybit is the world’s second-largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, serving a global community of over 60 million users. Founded in 2018, Bybit is redefining openness in the decentralized world by creating a simpler, open and equal ecosystem for everyone. With a strong focus on Web3, Bybit partners strategically with leading blockchain protocols to provide robust infrastructure and drive on-chain innovation. Renowned for its secure custody, diverse marketplaces, intuitive user experience, and advanced blockchain tools, Bybit bridges the gap between TradFi and DeFi, empowering builders, creators, and enthusiasts to unlock the full potential of Web3. Discover the future of decentralized finance at Bybit.com.
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About TOMORROWLAND BRASIL
Tomorrowland Brasil 2025 will take place on October 10-12 in the beautiful festival area of Parque Maeda in Itu, a municipality in São Paulo. The festival will revolve around the mesmerizing ‘LIFE’ theme, set against the backdrop of Brazil’s enchanting natural beauty. A story set in the mythical realm of Silvyra, it’s a world unto its own, filled with creatures, plant life, and people living in harmony, each with their own stories, with the diversity of Silvyra’s lush nature represented in the spectacular ‘LIFE’ Mainstage. Offering the ultimate escape from the city during three days of bliss, guests will be treated to breathtaking performances by more than 150 of the world’s finest electronic artists across 6 mesmerizing stages.
The first two festival editions of Tomorrowland Brasil took place in 2015 and 2016 in the beautiful festival area of Parque Maeda in Itu, São Paulo. After years of dreaming of a return, Tomorrowland finally headed back to Brazil in 2023, becoming a yearly highlight once again.
Tomorrowland Brasil 2025
October 10-12, 2025
Parque Maeda, Itu
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