Tides – Earlybirds Invest https://earlybirdsinvest.com Latest Crypto News Fri, 05 Sep 2025 04:06:19 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.9 https://i0.wp.com/earlybirdsinvest.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/cropped-New-Project-2024-12-17T235703.455.png?fit=32%2C32&ssl=1 Tides – Earlybirds Invest https://earlybirdsinvest.com 32 32 240146708 Grayscale’s new ETF targets income from Ethereum’s changing tides https://earlybirdsinvest.com/grayscales-new-etf-targets-income-from-ethereums-changing-tides/ https://earlybirdsinvest.com/grayscales-new-etf-targets-income-from-ethereums-changing-tides/#respond Fri, 05 Sep 2025 04:06:19 +0000 https://earlybirdsinvest.com/grayscales-new-etf-targets-income-from-ethereums-changing-tides/

Grayscale has introduced a new exchange-traded fund that aims to turn Ethereum’s price swings into regular income for investors.

The product, called the Grayscale Ethereum Covered Call ETF (ETCO), launched on Sept. 4 and distributes dividends every two weeks. The firm said ETCO uses a covered call strategy instead of holding ETH directly.

The firm stated that the fund tracks existing Ethereum exchange-traded products, including the Grayscale Ethereum Trust (ETHE) and the Ethereum Mini Trust (ETH), and writes call options on them to capture additional yield.

This structure allows investors to benefit from Ethereum’s volatility while adding an income stream to their portfolios.

Grayscale added:

“By writing call options near spot prices, ETCO prioritizes income generation, making it an income-first strategy that may appeal to investors seeking consistent cash flow and high-yield opportunities. The premiums collected through this approach can also help mitigate the impact of market declines, potentially reducing volatility during downturns.”

Krista Lynch, the company’s senior vice president for ETF capital markets, said the ETF is meant to complement existing ETH exposure rather than replace it. She emphasized that the product reflects Grayscale’s strategy of meeting different investor goals with tailored solutions.

At launch, ETCO reported a net asset value of $35.01 per share, with 40,000 shares outstanding and more than $1.4 million under management.

Ethereum ETF outflows

Grayscale’s new fund comes during a period of weakness for Ethereum-focused ETFs after strong inflows.

According to SoSo Value data, investors pulled $338.25 million from these products over three consecutive sessions, reversing momentum from August when funds saw $3.87 billion in inflows.

Notably, August ranked as the second-strongest of the year, following July’s record $5.43 billion.

Ethereum ETFs remain firmly positive this year despite the latest outflows, with nearly $30 billion in cumulative net inflows since they launched in 2024.

This resilience suggests that institutional demand for ETH exposure continues to grow, even as short-term sentiment shifts.

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On-chain RPG Pirate Nation has launched a brand-new PvE mode titled Infinite Tides, a roguelite experience that gives players an exciting new challenge.

Available now, Infinite Tides sees players face 25 waves of increasingly-powerful enemies to defeat in their classic turn-based strategy format. With only one ship at your disposal and persistent health after each wave, shrewd use of the post-wave rewards will be critical in making it to the end.

Players that defeat wave 25 will get their hands on a limited-edition skin: Hanzo the Samurai – the first pirate to surpass the Infinite Tides.

Key Insights

  • Pirate Nation have launched Infinite Tides, a brand-new roguelite PvE mode
  • Players face 25 waves of increasingly tougher opponents, with only one ship at their disposal
  • Defeating each wave gives the player a choice of rewards that are crucial for progression
  • Complete all 25 waves to unlock the limited-edition Hanzo the Samurai skin
  • The limited-edition skin is only available until June 11
Pirate Nation Infinite Tides - PvE Mode
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What is Pirate Nation?

Pirate Nation is an on-chain RPG, built on Arbitrum, and available on browser for PC.

Developed by Proof of Play, players set sail to explore the seas, minting your very own character, improving your ship and battling adversaries at every turn. The game features a turn-based combat system, where forward-thinking and strategic nous are key to victory.

As the game progresses, players can join one of a number of factions, with each faction pitted against each other for domination of the seas. Build your fleet, sink your enemies and loot a wide variety of NFT assets and rewards – your journey is yours to create.

Pirate Nation Infinite Tides - Hanzo the Samurai
Source: Pirate Nation

What is the Infinite Tides mode?

Infinite Tides is a brand-new roguelite PvE mode within Pirate Nation.

To start, head to the navigation panel on the left side of the screen to find the Infinite Tides icon. Playing this mode requires an Infinite Tides key; 3 are provided for free every 24 hours, whilst 3 additional keys can be purchased for 50 Gems.

Players must choose one pirate and one ship to begin their journey, and the game will provide you with 11 cards at the start. With each victory, you can choose 1 of 3 cards to add to your arsenal – or 1 of 4 cards if you’re a Pirate Nation VIP.

Completing all 25 waves in one run will reward you with the limited-edition Hanzo the Samurai skin – available until June 11. Dedicated leaderboards for the Infinite Tides mode are expected to arrive in future, helping you to see how you stack up against your fellow pirates.

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