It’s always been volatile, but the global crypto market has had a particularly rocky few months amid the wider tech downturn (to make a big understatement).
Analysis
August 30, 2022
The crypto winter hasn’t put off European VCs just yet
Mainstream investors that began dipping their toes into crypto last year still have faith in its inherent value
6 min read
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Amy O'Brien is a freelance reporter covering Italian tech. She was previously Sifted's fintech reporter

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