

Tokens, Forwards, and the Illusion of Equity: What Republic's SpaceX Deal Tells Us About Modern Securities Innovation
Matt Levine’s latest Money Stuff column dissects a fascinating and increasingly common financial arrangement that blurs the line between traditional equity, tokenized instruments, and synthetic exposure: Republic’s tokenized forward tied to SpaceX stock.

President Trump Launched a Memecoin: Much Ado About Nothing?
The launch of President Donald Trump’s $TRUMP cryptocurrency token has sparked controversy, with critics framing it as a regulatory and ethical quagmire. However, when analyzed through established legal frameworks, these attacks seem more like political theater than substantive concerns. While $TRUMP has undoubtedly captured headlines and stirred debate, the reality is that this token likely does not meet the legal definition of a security. Without significant changes to how it is marketed or managed, critics’ arguments appear to lack the necessary substance to stick.