Institutional investors stories - Page 2

After crypto's quietly mature 2025, 2026 rewards investors who tune out noise, stick to a plan and favour discipline over prediction.

Global CEOs pin 2026 hopes on APAC growth and soaring AI spend, despite geopolitical risks and investor pressure for faster returns.

Crypto fans pen a festive wishlist to Santa, hoping 2026 brings calmer markets, clearer rules and fewer awkward family debates.

Animoca Brands partners with Rayls to enhance tokenisation of real-world assets, opening new institutional and retail pathways to digital securities globally.

A new machine learning model forecasts corporate credit rating changes early, aiding investors in managing risks amid rising borrowing costs.

Kate Driver has rejoined DLA Piper in Auckland as senior associate, enhancing the firm's Investment Management & Funds practice with her global expertise.

Kiwi investors face rising risks by focusing solely on local markets, as a 10% NZD drop boosts returns for those diversifying into global equities, especially US tech.

Blackpearl Group has raised NZD $15.1m in an oversubscribed placement ahead of its planned dual listing on the ASX next month, signalling strong investor confidence.

A surge in violence threats against executives is driving global firms and investors to boost spending on physical security amid rising business risks.

Blackpearl has acquired US AI firm B2B Rocket, boosting its annual recurring revenue to NZD $17.5m as it targets the US small and medium business sector.

Blackpearl has opened its retail entitlement offer at AUD $0.95 per share after raising AUD $10.3m institutionally and acquiring US AI firm B2B Rocket.

Accelex has opened a Sydney office to tackle data challenges as Asia-Pacific private equity hits USD $138 billion, its second-highest deal volume in a decade.

New Zealanders' US stock and bond investments soar to a record USD $67.1 billion by March 2025, doubling since 2020 amid growing global market interest.

Bitcoin hits a new record above USD$110,724, boosting its market valuation past USD$2.15 trillion on the 15th anniversary of Bitcoin Pizza Day.

QuantumLight closes USD $250 million debut fund, rolls out hiring playbook inspired by Revolut's recruitment success and rapid growth strategies.

A JP Morgan survey reveals 71% of institutional traders avoid crypto, citing readiness concerns despite growing momentum in blockchain adoption.

The crypto market saw a 9.9% rise in April, with Bitcoin hitting a four-year dominance high at 63%, amid economic uncertainty and cautious investing.

Bitcoin's recent steady rise contrasts with falling stock indices, suggesting it may be evolving into a mature, safe-haven asset amid global market turmoil.

Taoshi has launched Glitch, an innovative SaaS platform designed to offer advanced AI-driven trading strategies to retail investors worldwide.

Swiss carbon removal firm neustark has secured $69 million from Decarbonization Partners and Blume Equity to scale up operations across the globe.