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BlackRock says DeFi has a long road ahead for mainstream adoption

BlackRock Foresees Long Road To Institutional DeFi Adoption Amid Regulatory Uncertainty

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In the rapidly evolving world of crypto, the concept of Decentralized Finance (DeFi) has been gaining substantial attention. While it holds the potential to revolutionize the traditional financial system, its integration into the mainstream finance world may be a distant reality, according to BlackRock Inc, the world’s largest asset manager.

During the recent State of Crypto Summit, hosted by Coinbase Global Inc in partnership with the Financial Times, BlackRock’s Head of Strategic Partnerships, Joseph Chalom, discussed the prospects and challenges related to DeFi from an institutional investor’s perspective.

Regulatory Hurdles Slow Institutional DeFi Adoption

DeFi, a cornerstone of the crypto sphere where trades are executed automatically on the blockchain via computer codes, has been the subject of BlackRock’s discussions with clients. Despite the potential, Chalom suggested that DeFi’s institutional adoption could still be “many, many, many years away.”

Related Reading: Rumors Of Imminent Approval Swirl Around BlackRock’s Bitcoin ETF

He further clarified that his stance was not rooted in pessimism but rather a reflection of the highly regulated nature of the space BlackRock and its clients operate in.

Notably, regulatory issues are a significant concern for institutional investors looking to enter the DeFi space. Before DeFi can become an integral part of institutional investment portfolios, these regulatory hurdles need to be adequately addressed.

This need for regulatory clarity could be a significant factor slowing down the institutional adoption of DeFi. Furthermore, amid this regulatory uncertainty, Chalom highlighted a potential role for companies like Coinbase in bridging the gap between DeFi and traditional investors.

As a prominent player in the crypto market with institutional-grade wallets, Coinbase could facilitate an improved transition for traditional investors into the world of DeFi, according to BlackRock’s Head of Strategic Partnerships.

BlackRock’s Foray Into The Crypto Space

The comments came in the wake of BlackRock’s surprise filing for a US spot Bitcoin exchange-traded fund (ETF) last week. The move sparked a string of similar applications from rival issuers and drove a rally in Bitcoin’s price.

This action was a clear demonstration of BlackRock’s active engagement with the crypto space, despite the potential distant timeline for DeFi integration.

BlackRock has previously partnered with Coinbase to streamline the process for institutional investors to manage and trade Bitcoin. It also serves as the manager of cash reserves of Circle Internet Financial’s stablecoin, USD Coin.

These engagements underscore BlackRock’s strategic maneuvers to embrace the opportunities that the emerging world of cryptocurrencies offers. While BlackRock’s cautious view might seem like a dampener, it’s essential to understand the pragmatic approach required in a highly regulated sector like finance. 

Related Reading: Bitcoin: Experts Point Out Key Differences Between BlackRock And Grayscale Bitcoin Trusts

The integration of DeFi into traditional finance requires careful navigation of the regulatory landscape. This evolutionary process may take time, but the result could be a more transparent and inclusive financial system. 

Meanwhile, the crypto market has been in a bullish trend. However, over the past 24 hours, the global crypto market has seen a retracement down by 0.8% with the total market value standing firmly above $1.2 trillion.

The global cryptocurrency market cap value on TradingView amid BlackRock news
The global cryptocurrency market cap value on the 1-day chart. Source: Crypto TOTAL Market Cap on TradingView.com

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