M2 Research Team

When the Last Bitcoin is Mined, What Keeps the Wheels Turning?

As Bitcoin approaches its 21 million cap, what will sustain the network when block rewards vanish? This in-depth analysis explores miner incentives, fee market dynamics, and whether Bitcoin’s evolution as digital gold poses a threat to its long-term security.

From Gold Bars to Bitcoin Bytes: The Future of U.S. Strategic Reserves?

President Trump declares Bitcoin a U.S. strategic reserve asset, repurposing seized BTC and reshaping global finance. Altcoins form a separate digital stockpile.

Bitcoin’s New Frontier: Building the Ultimate Yield Machines to Capture a Two Trillion Dollar Pie

BTC.fi is rising as Bitcoin holders seek yield via DeFi. From CEX earn plans to sidechains and wrapped tokens, the battle for BTC’s financial future is on.

The Crypto Lending Dilemma: Fast Money or Fair Decentralization?

Explore CeFi vs DeFi lending: speed, security, and scalability. Which model wins in 2025 for institutions—fast money or fair decentralization?

Can Ethereum Turn Back Time on Financial Hacks?

After the $1.5B Bybit ETH hack linked to North Korea’s Lazarus Group, Ethereum faces renewed calls to roll back the chain—echoing the 2016 DAO crisis—but core developers say it’s technically and politically unfeasible in today’s complex ecosystem

Is Ethereum’s Price Holding Back Alt Season?

Alt season hinges on Ethereum’s strength as most altcoins rely on its ecosystem. But high Bitcoin dominance and fragmented rallies may delay the next big run.

Trump Family Loves ETH, But Advisors Play the SOL Game

The Trump family’s crypto moves reveal a split strategy: while Trump-affiliated firms push the Solana-based TRUMP coin, the family invests heavily in Ethereum through WLFI. Advisors like David Sacks back Solana, sparking questions on political crypto plays, ETF ambitions, and a looming wave of speculative tokens.

From DeFi to DeFai: The Dawn of the Agent Economy

Discover how AI agents are reshaping DeFi into DeFai—an autonomous, scalable ecosystem driving the future of finance through on-chain intelligence and automation.

M2 Makes Strategic Leadership Appointments to Drive New Institutional and UHNWI Strategy for Growth

M2 is doubling down on regulated financial services, with the ambition of building a one-stop digital asset finance platform, serving global users from the Middle East.

M2 Partners with NiceHash to Bring Crypto Lending Solutions to Miners Worldwide

M2 and NiceHash join forces to provide Bitcoin miners with seamless USDT lending solutions. Unlock liquidity, scale operations, and optimize profitability—without selling your BTC.

Leadership Announcement: Omar Maursy Joins M2 as Deputy CEO

M2 welcomes Omar Maursy as Deputy CEO. With 20+ years of experience in financial services, technology, and blockchain, he will drive growth, innovation, and market expansion. Learn more about his vision for M2.

M2 Gears Up for Transformative 2025 with New Products and Services

M2 Unveils Game-Changing Innovations for 2025, Leading the Charge in Digital Asset Evolution in the UAE

M2 Engages Haruko for Position and Risk Management Across Treasury Portfolio

The engagement will provide M2’S treasury team with with valuable insights to enhance position monitoring, risk management, and strategic decision-making.

Op-Ed: UAE’s Approach to Crypto Finds Balance Between Regulation and Progressivism

From 15 November, cryptocurrency transactions will be exempt from VAT - here’s what this progressive step will mean for the UAE, and globally.

CoinRoutes to Provide Order and Execution Management System for M2’s Active Treasury

Implementation will deliver better outcomes for M2 traders and institutional clients by improving price execution precision, access to liquidity and optimized order flow.

Geoff McAlister Joins M2 as Chief Risk Officer

In his new role, he will oversee the development and implementation of M2's comprehensive risk management strategy.

Security Update

M2 at Future Blockchain Summit

A look into the institutional appetite for virtual assets in the UAE, plus the complexities of navigating and regulating both centralized and decentralized exchanges globally.

Now Live: Receive up to 200 USDT Bonus on First Fixed Earn Plan

Upon the maturity of their first fixed Earn plan, for a limited time, M2 users can receive a bonus of up to 200 USDT.

M2 Announces Key Leadership Transition

Saadeddine Zaher Appointed CEO; Stefan Kimmel Joins Board of Directors

Future Blockchain Summit: Back in the UAE

Join M2 at the Future Blockchain Summit in Dubai for insights into the current state of crypto and institutional appetite in the UAE.

M2 at European Blockchain Convention

A recap of the M2 team's highlights, insights and developments from European Blockchain Convention in Barcelona and a look into the current institutional appetite.

M2 at TOKEN 2049 Singapore

A recap of the M2 team's highlights, insights and developments from TOKEN 2049 in Singapore and a glimpse into the current state of crypto.

M2 Partners with Integral to Streamline Crypto Financial Operations

Integral’s streamlined financial management tools and real-time treasury insights, will also be available to M2’s Institutional and VIP clients.

European Blockchain Convention: See You in Barcelona

Meet up with M2 in Spain for a global conference focused upon the institutional space, catch our CPO on stage or come along to Crypto After Hours.

M2 Joins Middle East Investment Management Association (MEIMA)

M2 will play an active role within MEIMA’s Innovation Committee, aligning with its mission of driving virtual asset adoption within the UAE.

Lory Kehoe Joins M2 as Chief Commercial Officer and Head of International

He will drive M2’s international expansion and spearhead services for institutional and VIP clients seeking to engage with virtual assets.

TOKEN 2049: See You in Singapore

Join M2 at TOKEN 2049 Singapore for crypto insights and networking. Catch our CEO Stefan Kimmel onstage or meet us at Daemon Day.

Phoenix Group and Tether to Create UAE Dirham-Pegged Stablecoin

The Dirham-pegged stablecoin is expected to generate multiple opportunities to significantly bolster the digital economy.

CEO Update: Five Observations on a Dynamic Market

ETFs are still being bought by big players, stablecoins are holding… stable and ETH liquid staking was stress tested.

M2 Secures ADGM Licence

Under the full license M2 will be able to offer best-in-class trading products targeted at both retail and institutional investors in the UAE.

Now Live: New, Secure and Seamless UAE Bank Account Integration

UAE residents can buy and sell Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH) through a direct integration with their bank account.

M2 at TOKEN 2049 Dubai

Highlights, insights and more from one of most significant meetups in the cryptocurrency, blockchain, and wider Web3 space.