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Will Peck on Digital Assets at WisdomTree (EP.526)

May 6, 2024
Will Peck, Head of Digital Assets at WisdomTree, discusses the firm's journey in digital assets, views on spot Bitcoin ETFs, tokenization strategies, and the evolving stablecoin landscape. The conversation also covers WisdomTree's New York Trust Charter, regulatory challenges, and market competition in digital assets.
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Quick takeaways

  • WisdomTree has ventured into digital assets, focusing on Bitcoin ETFs in the US and obtaining a New York Trust Charter.
  • Tokenization of assets like Bitcoin and gold offers transparency, liquidity, and standardized solutions for enhancing market efficiency.

Deep dives

Wisdom Tree's Expansion and Focus on Digital Assets

Wisdom Tree's head of digital assets, Will Peck, discusses the company's venture into digital assets, particularly emphasizing the launch of Bitcoin ETFs in the US and the establishment of a New York Trust Charter dedicated to digital assets. With a strong ETF background, Wisdom Tree manages over $106 billion in ETF assets globally and is actively involved in crypto exchange-traded products, reflecting their commitment to embracing crypto, public blockchains, and tokenization for enhancing investor experience.

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