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Sphere of influence: How to not miss the metaverse and ETFs

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There is once again growing interest in the world of the metaverse as technological advancements and innovative strategies in different sectors have continued to show progress. Dina Ting, Franklin Templeton’s Head of Global Index Portfolio Management, explores this new digital landscape and the opportunities it presents. She also discusses practical applications, including immersive entertainment and luxury brand experiences.

There is once again growing interest in the world of the metaverse as technological advancements and innovative strategies in different sectors have continued to show progress. Dina Ting, Franklin Templeton’s Head of Global Index Portfolio Management, explores this new digital landscape and the opportunities it presents. She also discusses practical applications, including immersive entertainment and luxury brand experiences.

Ever since ChatGPT and all things artificial intelligence (AI) began dominating headlines, the term “metaverse” seems to have slipped out of the spotlight. But the recent debut of the stunning US$2.3 billion Sphere venue in Las Vegas, christened by U2’s latest live concert series, seems an appropriate reminder of the ongoing evolution of immersive ecosystems (as well as the allure of FOMO—“fear of missing out”—on new trends).

The eye-popping arena—tall enough to fit the entirety of the Statue of Liberty inside it—boasts a communal virtual reality (VR) experience without the need for goggles. The giant orb’s exterior features the world’s largest (58,000 square feet) fully programmable LED screen and an interior space that U2’s guitarist, the Edge, has described as a “quantum leap forwardin revolutionizing live entertainment.

Equipped with haptic seats that vibrate to match not only scenes being displayed but also next-level audio, the venue engages all senses with wind, temperature and even scent effects that can leave guests feeling as though they are outdoors or even in outer space.

The Sphere’s enormous scale might be particularly Vegas-esque, but it’s the latest harbinger of our new immersive entertainment era. Investors eyeing the still-early stages of metaverse development find appeal in the array of pioneering content formats and related technology to solve for constraints such as that of conventional imaging and filmmaking for spaces with vast ultra-high-resolution displays. Creators of the Sphere are even collaborating with the US National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) on media innovation.

Global adoption of 3D holographic imaging and LED displays is surging as companies continue to develop new ways to blur the line between virtual and physical. The global LED display market, worth at US$15 billion in 2022, is estimated to grow to US$23 billion by 2030.1

During this year’s Meta Connect conference, CEO Mark Zuckerberg unveiled new AI tools—such as Max the sous chef—and reiterated to attendees that “soon the physical and digital will come together in what we call the metaverse.”

Luxury brands, including Chanel and Dolce & Gabbana, have also been keen to invest in immersive metaverse strategies. Some involve new modes of personalized services, brand interaction and experiences to enhance loyalty for customers or seamless and creative collaboration for employees as well as leveraging virtual worlds to improve corporate operational efficiencies.

Since Louis Vuitton first partnered with Riot Games four years ago to create skins for avatars, a number of high-profile design events have launched, such as Metaverse Fashion Week. Last fall, Italian fashion house Gucci appointed a head of metaverse role, and around the same time, luxury watchmaker Rolex made moves into the metaverse, filing trademark applications in the realms of cryptocurrency and the non-fungible tokens market.

No doubt there are many initiatives that will struggle in this emerging space, which is why investors may prefer to use rules-based ETF strategies to capture the optimal metaverse exposure. Tracking such indexes can offer an advantage in that they automatically adjust portfolios to include select companies on the forefront of this new digital landscape. We continue to believe opportunities to revolutionize our digital interactions across sectors and industries are immense, and the solutions these new technologies will offer will drive demand.

Any companies and/or case studies referenced herein are used solely for illustrative purposes; any investment may or may not be currently held by any portfolio advised by Franklin Templeton. The information provided is not a recommendation or individual investment advice for any particular security, strategy, or investment product and is not an indication of the trading intent of any Franklin Templeton managed portfolio.

  1. Source: Zion Market Research, May 2023. There is no assurance that any estimate, forecast or projection will be realized.

WHAT ARE THE RISKS?

All investments involve risks, including possible loss of principal.

Investments in fast-growing industries like the technology sector (which historically has been volatile) could result in increased price fluctuation, especially over the short term, due to the rapid pace of product change and development and changes in government regulation of companies emphasizing scientific or technological advancement or regulatory approval for new drugs and medical instruments.

Buying and using blockchain-enabled digital currency carries risks, including the loss of principal. Speculative trading in bitcoins and other forms of cryptocurrencies, many of which have exhibited extreme price volatility, carries significant risk. Among other risks, interactions with companies claiming to offer cryptocurrency payment platforms or other cryptocurrency-related products and services may expose users to fraud. Blockchain technology is a new and relatively untested technology and may never be implemented to a scale that provides identifiable benefits.

For actively managed ETFs, there is no guarantee that the manager’s investment decisions will produce the desired results.

ETFs trade like stocks, fluctuate in market value and may trade above or below the ETF’s net asset value. Brokerage commissions and ETF expenses will reduce returns. ETF shares may be bought or sold throughout the day at their market price on the exchange on which they are listed. However, there can be no guarantee that an active trading market for ETF shares will be developed or maintained or that their listing will continue or remain unchanged. While the shares of ETFs are tradable on secondary markets, they may not readily trade in all market conditions and may trade at significant discounts in periods of market stress.

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Brazil’s BTC reserve proposal, US regulatory shifts, and Russia’s new crypto legislation

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November ended on a strong note for the Nasdaq Crypto IndexTM (NCITM), which rose 3.4% for the week despite Bitcoin (BTC) only up 0.3%. Ethereum (ETH) stood out, surging 10.5%, while Solana (SOL) fell 6.0%. The month was one of the best in the past two years, signaling the beginning of a long-awaited crypto bull market, as ETH rose in the aftermath of the US election and BTC's dominance feeling strong resistance around 60%, a level which in previous cycles has either marked the tail end of BTC's outperformance or the start of a new "altseason." In November, the NCI outperformed BTC (+38.0%) with an increase of 45.7%, bolstered by Ethereum rising 47.4% and Solana’s 42.5% upswing.

November ended on a strong note for the Nasdaq Crypto IndexTM (NCITM), which rose 3.4% for the week despite Bitcoin (BTC) only up 0.3%. Ethereum (ETH) stood out, surging 10.5%, while Solana (SOL) fell 6.0%. The month was one of the best in the past two years, signaling the beginning of a long-awaited crypto bull market, as ETH rose in the aftermath of the US election and BTC’s dominance feeling strong resistance around 60%, a level which in previous cycles has either marked the tail end of BTC’s outperformance or the start of a new ”altseason.” In November, the NCI outperformed BTC (+38.0%) with an increase of 45.7%, bolstered by Ethereum rising 47.4% and Solana’s 42.5% upswing.

Bitcoin reserve bill introduced in Brazil

The bill proposes the creation of a Sovereign Strategic Bitcoin Reserve (RESBit) to diversify the National Treasury’s financial assets, protect international reserves against exchange rate fluctuations and geopolitical risks, and foster blockchain technology adoption. The bill outlines a gradual acquisition of up to 5% of Brazil’s international reserves in Bitcoin, managed by the Central Bank and the Ministry of Finance using advanced monitoring technologies. If approved, this project could mark a milestone in integrating cryptocurrencies into Brazil’s economy, drawing global attention and strengthening the country’s economic sovereignty. Trump expected to give oversight of crypto to CFTC President-elect Donald Trump’s administration is reportedly planning to shift the regulation of spot markets and cryptocurrency exchanges classified as commodities from the SEC to the CFTC, aiming to create a favorable regulatory environment. This change could ease the pressure on crypto companies, as the CFTC is viewed by many as more industry-friendly than the SEC and may facilitate the development of new products and enhance market confidence.

Russia approves crypto tax law recognizing crypto as property

Russia has enacted a law recognizing digital currencies as property, imposing a personal income tax of 13% on cryptocurrency earnings up to 2.4 million rubles and 15% on amounts exceeding that threshold. The only exception is crypto mining and, in that case, mining operators need to report their activities to local authorities, with non-compliance resulting in fines. This law brings regulatory clarity and legitimizes cryptocurrency activities within Russia, potentially increasing market participation and influencing global crypto asset valuations.

From Hashdex: Into the Mainstream: Hashdex’s 2025 Crypto Outlook

On Wednesday, December 4, join us for an exclusive webcast with CIO Samir Kerbage and Head of Research Pedro Lapenta as they review Hashdex’s 2025 Crypto Investment Outlook—Into the Mainstream to share actionable insights and projections for the new year. The session will uncover the integration of crypto into traditional portfolios and spotlight cutting-edge blockchain applications with the potential to reshape industries.

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Goda nyheter, hur man tjänar 1 000 USD om dagen och börjar din väg till rikedom med BCH-Miner

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På grund av Bitcoins senaste uppgång erbjuder BCH Miner-plattformen en attraktiv möjlighet för dem som vill tjäna passiv inkomst genom molnbrytning.

På grund av Bitcoins senaste uppgång erbjuder BCH Miner-plattformen en attraktiv möjlighet för dem som vill tjäna passiv inkomst genom molnbrytning.

Vi har samarbetat med BCH Miner för att förklara hur man kommer igång med att använda BCH Miner-plattformen och tjänar passiv inkomst genom dagliga belöningar.

Fördelar med att använda BCH-Miner

  • Traditionell Bitcoin-brytning är mycket konkurrenskraftig och kräver komplex expertis; BCH Miner har låga kostnader, hög effektivitet och hög avkastning.
  • BCH Miners mining belöningar är generösa och många människor börjar tjäna pengar varje dag.
  • BCH Miner-plattformen erbjuder flexibla planer så att du kan börja med en liten investering.
  • Enkel att använda kontoinställning och val av hashratkontrakt. Gruvprocessen startar automatiskt.
  • Få din första vinst inom 24 timmar.

Detta gör det enklare och mer kostnadseffektivt att återinvestera vinster, vilket bidrar till att öka din inkomst över tid.

Hur man kommer igång med BCH Miner

Steg 1: Välj en pålitlig molngruvleverantör.

BCH Miner är en pålitlig molngruvplattform.

Företagets rykte: Grundades i Newport, Storbritannien 2016, och har fungerat stabilt i 8 år.

Mining: Tillhandahåller effektiva datorkraftkontrakt för att generera lukrativa vinster.

Kontraktsalternativ: Företaget erbjuder flexibla planer som sträcker sig från kortsiktiga till långtidskontrakt.

Avgifter och avgifter: Inga serviceavgifter, uttagsavgifter eller andra avgifter.

Steg 2: Registrera och konfigurera ditt konto

Du måste registrera ett konto hos BCH Mining och du kommer att få $10 direkt efter att du öppnat kontot.

Gratis datorkraftskontrakt: Du kan tjäna $0,5 genom att logga in varje dag.

Välj en plan: Plattformen har olika datorkraftskontrakt att välja mellan, och fördelarna de ger är också olika.

Sätt upp en plånbok: Du behöver en kryptovalutaplånbok för att få dina intäkter.

Steg 3: Fyll på ditt miningkonto

Plattformen accepterar betalningar i kryptovalutor: BTC, BTH, ELH, LTC, USDT och många fler. Välj den betalningsmetod som passar dig bäst och sätt in det belopp som krävs för den valda gruvplanen. När ditt konto är finansierat kan du börja bryta Bitcoins.

Steg 4: Börja bryta och spåra dina intäkter

När ditt konto är finansierat kommer din gruvprocess på BCH Miner att starta automatiskt. Du kan spåra dina intäkter via plattformens instrumentpanel, där du ser hashhastigheten, belöningar och uttagsalternativ. Tänk på att intäkterna beror på din kontraktsplan.

Ladda ner mobilappen.

Fördelar med att använda BCH-Miner

1.Lätt att komma igång: Registrera dig för att få en belöning på 10 USD och logga in varje dag för att få en belöning på 0,5 USD.

2.Högsta säkerhet: Plattformen garanterar tillgångssäkerhet 24/7.

3.Ny hårdvara: Använd den senaste gruvhårdvaran och avancerad kylning

4.Teknologi från Bitmain, Canaan Creative och NVIDIA.

5.Kontrakt: En mängd olika kontraktsalternativ för att möta en mängd olika behov.

Kostnadsbesparingar: Användare behöver inte köpa utrustning eller spendera underhållsavgifter.

  1. Snabba betalningar: Alla uttagsförfrågningar behandlas inom fem minuter.

7.Säkerhet: De flesta pengar lagras offline i kalla plånböcker för ökad säkerhet.

  1. Affiliate Program: Referera vänner och få 3% till 5% bonus.

Framtiden för BCH-Miner

När fler människor vänder sig till BCH Miner, kommer molnbrytning sannolikt att bli mer populär eftersom gruvarbetare letar efter passiva inkomstmöjligheter. BCH Miner förnyar och utvecklar ständigt för att öka effektiviteten och lönsamheten för molngruvarbetare. Dessutom, eftersom kryptovalutamarknaden fortsätter att expandera, inbjuder BCH Miner dig att gå med i raden av dem som enkelt kan tjäna passiv inkomst.

För att lära dig mer, besök BCHMiners officiella webbplats: https://www.bchminer.com/

Ladda ner mobilappen. https://bchmimer.info/download/

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Robeco blir ny ETF-emittent på SIX Swiss Exchange

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SIX välkomnade i förra veckan Robeco som ny ETF-emittent med fyra aktivt förvaltade ETFer i två handelsvalutor vardera, vilket ytterligare utökar utbudet av tillgängliga investeringsmöjligheter för investerare. Sedan tidigare har Robeco noterat sina produkter på Xetra i Tyskland och London Stock Exchange i Storbritannien.

SIX välkomnade i förra veckan Robeco som ny ETF-emittent med fyra aktivt förvaltade ETFer i två handelsvalutor vardera, vilket ytterligare utökar utbudet av tillgängliga investeringsmöjligheter för investerare. Sedan tidigare har Robeco noterat sina produkter på Xetra i Tyskland och London Stock Exchange i Storbritannien.

Detta ökar antalet ETF-emittenter på SIX Swiss Exchange till 28 och det totala antalet ETF-produkter till 1 863.

De fyra nyligen börsnoterade aktiva ETFerna är designade för att möta den växande efterfrågan på diversifierade och hållbara investeringsmöjligheter och erbjuda investerare möjligheten att nå sina finansiella mål: Robecos tre nya 3D ETFer är baserade på 20 års erfarenhet av indexeringsstrategier. Den fjärde Dynamic Theme Machine ETF använder naturliga språkbehandlingstekniker (NLP) för att identifiera nya investeringsteman och dynamiskt anpassa sin portfölj.

ETF-marknaden visar en positiv trend: Under de första elva månaderna i år registrerades cirka 1,5 miljoner on-book ETF-transaktioner på SIX Swiss Exchange, vilket motsvarar en ökning med 35,4 procent jämfört med föregående år. Bokad ETF-omsättning nådde 27,1 miljarder CHF, en ökning med 23,5 procent jämfört med föregående år. Aktiva ETFer har fördubblats och står nu för 1,0 procent av den bokförda ETF-marknadens omsättning och transaktioner. Detta speglar den växande efterfrågan på innovativa, diversifierade och hållbara investeringslösningar.

Gregor Braun, Head of Equities & ETF/ETP Sales, Exchanges, SIX, kommenterade: ”Vi är glada att välkomna Robeco som en ny emittent av aktiva ETF:er på vår plattform. Med tillägget av dessa fyra ETFer får investerare tillgång till ett växande utbud av hållbara investeringslösningar kombinerat med aktiv kapitalförvaltning, vilket utökar mångfalden av vårt utbud och ger fler valmöjligheter. Robecos inträde på ETF-marknaden på SIX Swiss Exchange understryker plattformens position som en ledande plats för ETF-noteringar i Europa.”

Nick King, chef för ETF på Robeco, sa: ”Lanseringen på SIX Swiss Exchange är avgörande för Robeco när vi expanderar till det aktiva ETF-området. Det återspeglar vårt engagemang för innovativa investeringslösningar för våra kunder. Våra nya aktiva ETFer är designade för att leverera optimerade resultat genom att kombinera de strukturella fördelarna med ETF:er med mervärdet av aktiv förvaltning och hållbarhet. 3D ETFerna utnyttjar denna expertis för att balansera prestationspotential, riskhantering och hållbarhetsaspekter, och skapar övertygande byggstenar som erbjuder ett alternativ till passiva produkter. Dynamic Theme Machine ETF syftar till att ligga före kurvan genom att använda data och AI för att identifiera nya teman tidigt och rotera över tiden, anpassa sig till marknadsförändringar och fånga tillväxt i en mängd olika framväxande sektorer.”

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