Bitcoin trades at $77,000 mark as profit-taking weighs on market; September FOMC meeting to act as next catalyst

Bitcoin is currently hovering around $77,000 after a slight retreat from $78,000, influenced by profit-taking and market dynamics. The performance of major altcoins varied significantly, with some posting gains while others experienced declines. Meanwhile, global crypto market capitalization has seen a marginal rise to $2.73 trillion. Investors are keeping a close watch on the upcoming […]

Demat 2.0 explained: Why it matters for bond market investors

In an innovative move, Sebi has rolled out Demat 2.0, a pilot scheme aimed at tokenising corporate bonds. This initiative facilitates rapid settlement and instant fund retrieval for investors. It automates interest and redemption payments through smart contracts, while atomic settlement mitigates risks by coordinating the release of bonds and payments seamlessly. Future developments will […]

SIF AUM rises 34% to Rs 31,175 crore in August; inflows jump 56% MoM: Report

In August 2026, Specialised Investment Funds experienced a notable rise in assets, with hybrid investment strategies leading the way and holding the majority share. Equity-focused approaches also showed marked increases in assets under management. The Hybrid Long-Short Funds retained their position as the predominant strategy within the SIF framework. Additionally, the overall participation from the […]

Sebi proposes new CAS framework, two options for expiry-day settlement

The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) is set to implement crucial updates to the Closing Auction Session. A focus of these changes is on the process of derivatives settlement on expiry days. SEBI has laid out two alternatives for determining the derivatives settlement price: the first proposes a blended VWAP approach after one […]