Addressing Volatility, Risk, and Central Bank Digital Currencies — Multiple traditional asset institutions have released reports on cryptocurrency, with mixed views, discussing digital assets as an investment. Large institutions are taking notice of crypto and researching the asset class, but there are a few overarching themes that we’d like to approach. FalconX has been deeply involved in building tools…

As I reflect on my first few months at Ridgeline, what initially seemed like another small step in my career feels more like the beginning of something entirely new. For those working in finance and considering a job in tech, this post is for you. My personal journey from portfolio…

Key Highlights Bitcoin returned 11.5% for October, compared to mid 2% returns for gold, the S&P500, and the MSCI All-World Index. The S&P hit new highs to close the month, returning 23% YTD — a favorable return for traditional assets, but one that is dwarfed by bitcoin’s 150% YTD return. Macro events…

Key Highlights Gold was the best performing asset, returning 7.5% in August, while broader markets were slightly negative and bitcoin closed the month down 4.5% With the recent elevated volatility and macroeconomic news cycle, its often a forgotten point that the S&P 500 is up 18.3% YTD. Gold has experienced a nice…

Key highlights Global assets were relatively unchanged in July, while bitcoin was down about 6.8% for the month. The floor of the Chinese Yuan was removed by the Central Bank of China, causing the currency to fall about 7% while bitcoin rose in tandem. Digital asset volatility may stay elevated versus its…

This report contains monthly commentary provided to current and prospective investors. If you would like to be added to the distribution list, please sign up here. Key Highlights Bitcoin continues its outperformance of major asset classes and other top cryptocurrencies, up 26.2% for the month of June, after posting a 62% gain…

Executive Summary This report contains monthly commentary provided to current and prospective investors, and if you would like to be added to the distribution list, please sign up here. Key Highlights Bitcoin significantly outperformed other major assets in May, returning 62% for the month, compared to the S&P 500 (-6.6%), the ACWI All-World Index…