Joseph Chalom, a former managing director at BlackRock, has been appointed as co-CEO of SharpLink Gaming, Inc., a company focused on Ethereum treasury management. Chalom's expertise in digital assets is expected to enhance SharpLink's strategic direction in the crypto space.

BlackRock representatives met with SEC staff to discuss the facilitation of exchange-traded products (ETPs) with staking capabilities and the approval standards for crypto ETFs. The SEC has recently shifted its regulatory approach, fostering discussions with various stakeholders, including BlackRock, to establish a supportive framework for digital assets.