$USDC "#CryptoStocks" generally refers to publicly traded companies whose business models are closely tied to cryptocurrencies or blockchain technology. These stocks give investors indirect exposure to crypto markets without directly owning coins like Bitcoin or Ethereum.

🔹 Popular Crypto-Related Stocks (as of 2025):

1. Bitcoin Mining Companies

These companies operate data centers that mine cryptocurrencies, especially Bitcoin.

Marathon Digital Holdings (MARA)

Riot Platforms (RIOT)

Hut 8 Mining (HUT)

Bitfarms (BITF)

2. Crypto Exchanges & Brokerage Platforms

These earn through trading fees and services.

Coinbase (COIN) – Largest U.S.-based exchange.

Robinhood (HOOD) – Offers crypto trading.

Bakkt Holdings (BKKT) – Crypto custody and payments.

3. Tech Giants Involved in Blockchain

These aren't pure crypto plays but invest heavily in blockchain R&D.

NVIDIA (NVDA) – Makes GPUs used in crypto mining.

Block, Inc. (SQ) – Formerly Square, offers Bitcoin payments via Cash App.

PayPal (PYPL) – Enables crypto buying/selling.

4. ETFs & Funds Tracking Crypto

ProShares Bitcoin Strategy ETF (BITO) – Tracks Bitcoin futures.

Grayscale Bitcoin Trust (GBTC) – Holds actual Bitcoin (now an ETF in 2024+).

ARK Next Generation Internet ETF (ARKW) – Includes crypto and blockchain stocks.

📈 Why Investors Buy Crypto Stocks:

Regulated access to crypto exposure.

Retirement account eligibility (e.g., IRAs, 401(k)s).

Potential upside if crypto prices rise.

Avoid hassle of wallets, private keys, and custody.

⚠️ Risks:

Highly volatile.

Correlated to Bitcoin price cycles.

Regulatory uncertainty (especially in the U.S., EU, and Asia).

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