At the iConnections conference in Miami this week, allocators signaled digital assets are now a core sleeve in alternatives.

Led by Executive Chairman Michael Saylor, the company raised the annual dividend on its widely-followed preferred STRC ("Stretch") series by 25 basis points.

Historically, bitcoin bear markets have lasted 12-13 months, suggesting a potential downturn until late 2026 if priced in USD.

The OCC's proposal's stablecoin yield procedures are the most ambiguous in that rulemaking plan.