Blockchain
Fluid Finance Announces Arbitrage Fund, Open to All
Geneva, Switzerland–(Newsfile Corp. – November 21, 2022) – Fluid Finance SA announces the launch of the world’s first tokenized arbitrage fund, open to ordinary investors in both the traditional and crypto world.
Fluid is a fintech company that uniquely bridges these two worlds, allowing users seamlessly to move between their bank accounts with Fluid and their Web3 wallets. “There is no better solution to preventing disasters than to enable users to take control of their own assets,” said Robert Sharratt, Fluid’s founder.
Fluid is built on Currencycloud, the same architecture that underpins several major banks. This provides access to over 180 currencies at the best exchange rates. Fluid is integrated into most major banking and card systems, as well as Ethereum and Arbitrum.
“People were mainly using Fluid as an on- and off-ramp for crypto. Since Fluid is basically both a bank and an exchange, it’s quicker and more convenient than transferring money to an exchange. And, since we are integrated into DEXes, not centralized exchanges, it is the cheapest way to buy crypto and puts the user in control,” comments Jessica Walker, CMO.
“That all changed when we offered digital dollars on-chain that users can also use in the traditional world,” said Tina Bielowski, who runs campaigns at Fluid. “It was a surprise to us, but viral adoption came from people who wanted to get their hands on hard currency.”
Fluid takes the difference between the official rate and the market rate for dollars in a number of countries, capturing returns normally only available to specialised hedge funds.
“We have tens of thousands of community members in Africa and see huge user growth from places like Argentina and Turkey,” said Ava Bielowski, head of community. “The secret sauce, in addition to being able to access dollars at the official rate, is our network of peer-to-peer agents and our user community. Our SME base has seen breath-taking growth, mainly driven by their ability to send digital money around the world for free with Fluid.”
Fluid’s Arbitrage Fund is being licensed as a retail mutual fund in the Cayman Islands, home to more than 75% of the world’s offshore hedge funds. Rather than start by offering the Fund to institutions or the super wealthy, Fluid is sticking to its crypto values. “We are excited to offer ordinary investors an opportunity that is usually reserved for the 1%,” Walker said.
Investors can buy the Fluid Arbitrage Fund pre-Sale token in the app, using fiat currency, or in crypto directly from the Company. The pre-sale is capped at $50 million and the earlier investors get bonus shares on conversion when the Fund launches to the general public. There are also additional bonus share awards on conversion for investors who hold $FLUID tokens.
“This is what real crypto should be about,” Sharratt said. “It has real value to users, it generates real cashflows, and the user is in control of their tokens.”
Fluid Finance is a bank alternative based in Switzerland that brings two worlds, crypto and traditional, together in one global financial super-app. Based on the idea of building a better banking model for a better world, Fluid was the first company in Switzerland to be capitalized in ETH. The Company has more than 70 (mainly tech) employees ranging from Silicon Valley to Tbilisi, Georgia. Fluid offers crypto-integrated bank accounts in Europe and the UK, with US launch planned for Q1 2023. The Company has tokenized its own shares under Swiss law and the $FLUID token trades on SushiSwap on Arbitrum.
The Fluid Arbitrage Fund is being structured as a retail mutual fund to be licensed by the Cayman Islands Monetary Authority. It is intended that the Fund will be quoted on the CSX exchange and in the Company’s app. The Company also intends to create a pool on-chain so investors can trade tokens in the Fund on launch. The Fund is not open to US Persons. Full details are available on the website.
CONTACT
Tina Bielowski
[email protected]
+41 22 731 86 66
RESOURCES
Website: fluid.ch/our-products/arbfund
Real Vision series: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fn7zOrBbqHc&t=1s
Chairman article: https://forbes.mc/article/web-and-flow-alexander-vik-fluid
Tokenomics: https://medium.com/fluidfi/fluid-tokenomics-and-token-utility-987feb33d01c
App: app.fluid.ch
$FLUID token: https://bit.ly/3V2KOBZ
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Blocks & Headlines: Today in Blockchain – April 25, 2025 | BitNile, Dutch Blockchain Week, Citigroup, Philippine Blockchain Week, D.O.G.E Foundation
Blockchain’s metamorphosis from niche ledger technology to the backbone of Web3 has never been more evident. Today, we cover five stories that illustrate the evolving ecosystem: a gaming platform issuing its own token on Solana; Europe’s marquee Web3 summit; a major bank forecasting a “ChatGPT moment” for blockchain; a Southeast Asian conference aimed at busting crypto myths; and a foundation rebuilding blockchain from the ground up to solve scalability. Each development—whether product launch, industry gathering, macro forecast, educational initiative, or infrastructure innovation—offers a window into the trends shaping decentralized finance, NFTs, DeFi, and beyond.
1. BitNile.com to Launch Nile Coin on Solana
News Summary
Hyperscale Data’s subsidiary BitNile.com will introduce the Nile Coin on Solana starting May 1, 2025. The U.S.–based social gaming site chose Solana for its high throughput and low fees, aiming to enhance in-game economies, reward engagement, and deliver seamless micro-transactions. Details on tokenomics and governance are forthcoming, but management touts Nile Coin as a cornerstone of future gaming experiences.
Source: CoinTrus
Analysis & Commentary
Launching a proprietary token underscores two converging trends: the gamification of finance and finance-ification of gaming. By minting Nile Coin, BitNile.com taps into DeFi mechanics—staking, liquidity pools, NFT rewards—while leveraging Solana’s scalability. Strategically, BitNile.com positions itself for partnerships with NFT marketplaces and DeFi protocols, potentially opening secondary markets for in-game assets and generating new revenue streams beyond ad sales or subscription fees.
2. Dutch Blockchain Week 2025 Gears Up in Amsterdam
News Summary
From May 19–25, Amsterdam will host the sixth annual Dutch Blockchain Week, culminating in the two-day summit (May 21–22) at De Meervaart. Tier 1 exchanges (Bitvavo, Kraken, Coinbase), Web3 pioneers (WOW.ai, Blockrise), regulators (European Commission, De Nederlandsche Bank), and industry partners (Mastercard, Deloitte) will convene. Side events range from AI-powered hackathons tackling compliance to padel networking meetups—underscoring the event’s blend of technology, policy, and community.
Source: Dutch Blockchain Week
Analysis & Commentary
Dutch Blockchain Week typifies the maturation of blockchain conferences into multidisciplinary forums. Beyond token talk and yield farming, panels on regulation, institutional adoption, and security reflect Web3’s integration into mainstream finance. Anticipate announcements on CBDC pilots, DeFi compliance frameworks, and cross-chain interoperability projects that may emerge from the Block & Order Hackathon.
3. Citigroup Predicts Blockchain’s “ChatGPT Moment”
News Summary
In an April 23 report, Citigroup analysts argue that 2025 could be blockchain’s “ChatGPT moment,” driven by regulatory clarity around stablecoins and integration with traditional financial systems. They forecast stablecoin market capitalization ballooning to $1.6 trillion (base case) or as much as $3.7 trillion (bull case) by 2030—anchored by dollar-denominated issuers and collateralized with U.S. Treasuries. Regulatory frameworks like the GENIUS Act could catalyze adoption among banks and fintechs.
Source: Cointelegraph
Analysis & Commentary
Drawing parallels to generative AI’s explosive growth, Citigroup envisions a tipping point where blockchain moves from experimental to essential infrastructure. Successful integration will hinge on robust compliance tools, auditability, and clear governance models. Enterprise blockchain vendors should prepare for surging demand in tokenized payments, on-chain settlements, and embedded DeFi rails within legacy systems.
4. Philippine Blockchain Week 2025 Debunks Crypto Myths
News Summary
Scheduled for June 10–11 at SMX Convention Center Manila, Philippine Blockchain Week (PBW) 2025 will tackle misinformation and spotlight real-world use cases. Highlights include “Crypto, Unpacked” sessions demystifying the technology; “Smart Regulation” panels uniting policymakers and innovators; and “Blockchain for Impact” showcases on remittances, disaster relief, and digital identity. Founding President Donald Lim emphasizes government support and public–private collaboration to spur inclusive growth.
Source: UseTheBitcoin
Analysis & Commentary
PBW exemplifies how emerging markets leverage education to accelerate Web3 adoption responsibly. By engaging regulators early, PBW can shape balanced frameworks that encourage innovation while protecting consumers—an instructive model for markets wrestling with both hype and skepticism.
5. D.O.G.E Foundation Launches New Blockchain, Opens Seed Round
News Summary
The D.O.G.E Foundation announced a ground-up blockchain rebuild designed to solve the scalability and reliability challenges plaguing existing networks. This modular architecture separates validation from execution to enable parallel transaction processing—targeting real-time gaming, DeFi under high load, and AI-driven applications. A seed funding round is now open to investors who share the vision of a performant, decentralized infrastructure.
Source: D.O.G.E Altcoin GlobeNewswire
Analysis & Commentary
As layer-1 congestion and high gas fees persist, new entrants must justify a “why now” with clear architectural advantages. If the D.O.G.E blockchain delivers real-world throughput and maintains decentralization, it could spur a renaissance of high-performance DeFi protocols and NFT platforms hungry for cost-effective base layers.
Conclusion & Key Takeaways
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Tokenization of Entertainment: BitNile’s Nile Coin on Solana highlights blockchain’s expansion into gaming economies and NFT reward systems.
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Convergence of Tech, Policy & Community: Dutch Blockchain Week showcases Web3’s evolution into an ecosystem engaging regulators, enterprises, and developers under one roof.
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Mainstream Inflection Point: Citigroup’s “ChatGPT moment” thesis suggests blockchain is poised for exponential adoption given regulatory support.
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Education as Catalyst: Philippine Blockchain Week’s myth-busting curriculum underscores the importance of public–private dialogue in emerging markets.
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Infrastructure Innovation: The D.O.G.E Foundation’s modular, high-throughput chain exemplifies the next wave of layer-1 networks addressing real-time, real-world use cases.
Today’s stories convey that blockchain’s next chapter will be written through strategic token launches, global convenings, regulatory clarity, educational outreach, and radical infrastructure redesign. By tracking these threads, industry participants can anticipate opportunities in DeFi, NFTs, Web3 games, and enterprise integration. Stay tuned for tomorrow’s Blocks & Headlines, where we’ll continue to decode the innovations shaping decentralized finance.
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