
Bitcoin Rewards App Fold Experiences Volatility in Wall Street Debut
Edited by Matt Waller
Fold Holdings, a bitcoin rewards platform, made its public market debut on Nasdaq on Wednesday through a SPAC merger with FTAC Emerald Acquisition Corp. The company, which boasts a 1,000 BTC holding valued at roughly $96 million at current prices, has joined an exclusive club of public companies with significant bitcoin exposure on their balance sheets.
A Tumultuous Start on the Nasdaq
Fold’s market debut was marked by early trading volatility. Shares jumped over 30% above the $13 level in the first few minutes. However, gains were not sustained. The stock pulled back and eventually traded around $11. This swing underscores the challenges new crypto-related listings face amid uncertain investor sentiment.
The SPAC merger route allowed F...