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14 hours ago
MARKETS DAILY: Featured Story | Why Are People Spreading Falsehoods About Bitcoin’s Water Use?
No, despite what you might have heard recently, Bitcoin transactions do not consume a swimming pool of water. Noelle Acheson dives into the fallacy, and points out that poor research is not the only culprit here.
Today's episode is sponsored by CME Group and Harpie.
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For today’s featured story, Noelle Acheson reads her piece written for CoinDesk, titled: “Why Are People Spreading Falsehoods About Bitcoin’s Water Use?”
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Disclaimer:
This communication is not directed to investors located in any particular jurisdiction and is not intended to be accessed by recipients based in jurisdictions in which distribution is not permitted. The information herein should not be considered investment advice or the results of actual market experience. Past results are not necessarily indicative of future performance. Trading derivatives products involves the risk of loss. Please consider carefully whether futures or options are appropriate to your financial situation.
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This episode was hosted by Noelle Acheson. “Markets Daily” is executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced and edited by Eleanor Pahl. All original music by Doc Blust and Colin Mealey.
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1 day ago
MARKETS DAILY: CoinDesk Market Index Week in Review
CoinDesk Indices presents six notable market movement highlights from last week.
Today's episode is sponsored by CME Group and Harpie.
To get the show every day, follow the podcast here.
The CoinDesk Market Index (CMI) functions as a benchmark for the performance of the digital asset market, delivering institutional quality information to digital asset investors. Today’s takeaways are provided by Tracy Stephens, senior index manager of CoinDesk Indices with additional analysis from Eric Ervin, CEO of Onramp Invest. For more on the CMI you can visit: coindeskmarkets.com.
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Disclaimer:
This communication is not directed to investors located in any particular jurisdiction and is not intended to be accessed by recipients based in jurisdictions in which distribution is not permitted. The information herein should not be considered investment advice or the results of actual market experience. Past results are not necessarily indicative of future performance. Trading derivatives products involves the risk of loss. Please consider carefully whether futures or options are appropriate to your financial situation.
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Harpie is the most advanced on-chain security solution for monitoring and protecting your crypto wallet from theft in real time. Harpie helps you detect and block suspicious transactions before they execute, safeguarding your assets from malicious attacks and scams. Secure your wallet for free at harpie.io.
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This episode was hosted by Noelle Acheson. “Markets Daily” is executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced and edited by Eleanor Pahl. All original music by Doc Blust and Colin Mealey.
See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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2 days ago
UNCHAINED: Market Forecaster Raoul Pal Says There’s a Good Chance Bitcoin Will Hit $100K-$200K in 2024
Pal describes the likely scenarios for where Bitcoin’s price goes next year, and also discusses the relative merits of Ether vs. Solana and the usefulness of BRC-20 tokens.
The likely impending approval of spot bitcoin ETFs has already sparked a major rally in the price of bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies, but will the bull run continue once the funds are up and running? On this episode of Unchained, the founder and CEO of Global Macro Investor, Raoul Pal, describes why a spot bitcoin ETF is such a significant development, likening it to a free trade agreement with the traditional financial world. He also discusses what effect a spot Ether ETF is likely to have on Ether prices, the relative merits of Ether vs. Solana, the usefulness of BRC-20 tokens and why 2024 is likely to be a very good year for crypto and the economy as a whole.
Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Overcast, Podcast Addict, Pocket Casts, Pandora, Castbox, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music, or on your favorite podcast platform.
Show highlights |
* How Pal sees crypto as creating a new parallel financial system that a spot Bitcoin ETF will soon offer entrée to
* What he believes will be the key catalysts for the upcoming bull market in crypto
* Why Raoul is predicting a "very strong 2024" for the crypto market, including his outlook for the price of Bitcoin
* How he thinks investors and institutions will respond to the potential launch of an ETH spot ETF
* Why Raoul is bullish on both Ethereum and Solana
* What developments in the Solana ecosystem are making Raoul particularly optimistic
* Which network Raoul expects to emerge as the winner in the blockchain space
* Why he views BRC-20s and Ordinals inscriptions as positive developments for Bitcoin
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Thank you to our sponsors! Arbitrum Foundation | Phemex | Popcorn Network
Guest |
Raoul Pal, cofounder and CEO of Real Vision
Links |
Bitcoin ETF and markets:
Unchained:
Bitcoin Surges Past $40,000 for First Time Since April 2022
Signs Increasingly Point to January Approval of Spot Bitcoin ETF Applications
77% of Financial Advisors Are Waiting for a Spot Bitcoin ETF to Offer Their Clients
How Much Money Will Flow Into Bitcoin ETFs? Here’s One Projection
Why a Spot Bitcoin ETF Will Probably Launch No Later Than January 10
Why It Looks Like BlackRock Could Win America’s First Spot Bitcoin ETF
The Chopping Block: Are We Back? The ‘Low IQ’ Response to the Potential Spot Bitcoin ETF
Learn more: Bitcoin ETFs Explained: What Are They & How Do They Work?
Ordinals and BRC-20s
Unchained:
Bitcoin Ordinals-Related Token ORDI Passes $1 Billion in Market Value
Bitcoin Mempool Reaches Record Levels of Congestion
Bitcoin Ordinal NFTs Are Hot and Getting Hotter. What's the Hype About?
Bitcoin’s BRC-20 Mania: Is It Sustainable?
Why All 10,000 OnChainMonkey NFTs Will Move From Ethereum to Bitcoin
Learn more:
What Are BRC-20 Tokens?
What Are ORC-20 Tokens?
How to Create a Bitcoin Ordinal
Solana vs. ETH
Unchained: Anatoly Yakovenko on Solana’s Astounding Recovery and Its Future Plans
Unchained Podcast is Produced by Laura Shin Media, LLC. Distributed by CoinDesk. Senior Producer is Michele Musso and Executive Producer is Jared Schwartz.
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2 days ago
MARKETS DAILY: Crypto Update | Is Retail Interest in Crypto Picking Up? Three Signals to Watch
Noelle Acheson, the mind behind the Crypto Is Macro Now newsletter, explores market moves, employment data, retail interest and more.
Today's episode is sponsored by CME Group and Harpie.
To get the show every day, follow the podcast here.
Today’s Stories:
Bitcoin Dips as U.S. November Job Growth of 199K Tops Estimates
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Disclaimer:
This communication is not directed to investors located in any particular jurisdiction and is not intended to be accessed by recipients based in jurisdictions in which distribution is not permitted. The information herein should not be considered investment advice or the results of actual market experience. Past results are not necessarily indicative of future performance. Trading derivatives products involves the risk of loss. Please consider carefully whether futures or options are appropriate to your financial situation.
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Harpie is the most advanced on-chain security solution for monitoring and protecting your crypto wallet from theft in real time. Harpie helps you detect and block suspicious transactions before they execute, safeguarding your assets from malicious attacks and scams. Secure your wallet for free at harpie.io.
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This episode was hosted by Noelle Acheson. “Markets Daily” is executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced and edited by Eleanor Pahl. All original music by Doc Blust and Colin Mealey.
See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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2 days ago
MONEY REIMAGINED: OpenAI is Now Closed and Jamie Dimon Continues his Familiar Critique of Crypto
Market reactions, regulatory realities, political perspectives, and AI's rise in a comprehensive overview with a focus on Bitcoin's price reaching over 44,000.
This episode is sponsored by Cboe Digital
In this week's installment of "Money Reimagined," your hosts Michael Casey and Sheila Warren hash out an in-depth discussion on the latest in crypto news including the recent surge in Bitcoin to over 44k, regulatory crackdowns on exchanges, and the enduring impact of blockchain and crypto. -“Blockchain and Bitcoin aren’t going anywhere!”
But that's not all—this episode is packed with insights! From Jamie Dimon's bold call to ban Bitcoin to shifts in political leadership; Casey and Warren explore the opportunities and responsibilities facing the crypto community. They also shed light on the OpenAI transparency and accountability crisis. As Casey argues that AI development is being controlled by a small group of powerful elites, advocating for opening up the AI process, including code, data, and algorithms, to promote auditability and accountability.
And of course, don't miss out on CoinDesk's much-anticipated Most Influential list of 2023. Get ready for a resourceful, engaging discussion that covers the hottest topics in the crypto space.
Links |
Bitcoin Surge Blasts $170M in Bearish Shorts as BTC Price Targets $48K
House's McHenry Says He Won't Seek Reelection, Costing Crypto a Top Ally
Most Influential 2023 by CoinDesk
JPMorgan's Jamie Dimon Bashes Crypto: 'I'd Shut It Down'
JPMorgan's Jamie Dimon Says He's 'Deeply Opposed' to Crypto; Could Bitcoin Reach $125K Next Year?
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Money Reimagined has been produced and edited by senior producer Michele Musso and our executive producer is Jared Schwartz. Our theme song is “The News Tonight ” by Shimmer.
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3 days ago
THE PROTOCOL: Ethereum's Whispered Woes and Crypto's Influencers—For Better or Worse?
A censorship issue plagues blockchains, notably within the Ethereum network, where 72% of blocks are crafted by validators filtering transactions linked to a sanctioned program known as Tornado Cash.
This episode is sponsored by Consensus 2024
Follow the show here for more.
In this installment of "The Protocol," hosts Brad Keoun, the founding editor of The Protocol Newsletter, and tech journalists Sam Kessler and Margaux Nijkerk, explore the following stories:
* Censorship on Ethereum is Becoming a Problem
Four of the five biggest "block builders" on Ethereum are excluding transactions sanctioned by the U.S. government, data shows.
* Bitcoin Mining: CENSORSHIP OR 'SPAM FILTERING?'
Opinions are divided in the Bitcoin community over the efforts by a new mining pool called Ocean, guided by the feisty developer Luke Dashjr and backed by Block Inc.'s Jack Dorsey, to weed out NFT-like transactions the project characterizes as "spam."
* Columbia CryptoEconomics (CCE) Workshop 2023
This two-day workshop brings together practitioners, researchers, and academics to discuss challenges, recent progress, and opportunities in the economics of blockchain protocols.
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CoinDesk’s Most Influential of 2023
Fifty people who defined the year in crypto.
EPISODE LINKS |
Ethereum's 'Censorship' Problem Is Getting Worse
Bitcoin Inscriptions Divide BTC Community Amid Network Congestion, but Are 'Unstoppable'
Jack Dorsey Aims to Create Anti-Censorship Bitcoin Mining Pool With New Startup
Hot from Columbia University Crypto Economics
Most Influential 2023 by CoinDesk
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The Protocol has been produced and edited by senior producer Michele Musso and our executive producer is Jared Schwartz. Our theme song is “Take Me Back” by Strength To Last.
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3 days ago
MARKETS DAILY: Crypto Update | Crypto Meets Politics
Noelle Acheson, the mind behind the Crypto Is Macro Now newsletter, explores market moves, presidential debates, the European economy and more.
Today's episode is sponsored by CME Group and Harpie.
To get the show every day, follow the podcast here.
Today’s Stories:
Here's Why Bitcoin's Famed Bull-Market Pullbacks Have Been Elusive During the Recent Price Surge
Binance, SBF, ETH and Gensler Get Mentions at Republican Presidential Debate
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CME Group Cryptocurrency futures and options provide market-leading liquidity for bitcoin and ether trading. These cash-settled contracts give full exposure to crypto performance without the hassle of holding the physical position. No digital wallet? No problem. Trade nearly 24/7 in a transparent, CFTC-regulated market. Visit cmegroup.com/crypto to learn more.
Disclaimer:
This communication is not directed to investors located in any particular jurisdiction and is not intended to be accessed by recipients based in jurisdictions in which distribution is not permitted. The information herein should not be considered investment advice or the results of actual market experience. Past results are not necessarily indicative of future performance. Trading derivatives products involves the risk of loss. Please consider carefully whether futures or options are appropriate to your financial situation.
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Harpie is the most advanced on-chain security solution for monitoring and protecting your crypto wallet from theft in real time. Harpie helps you detect and block suspicious transactions before they execute, safeguarding your assets from malicious attacks and scams. Secure your wallet for free at harpie.io.
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This episode was hosted by Noelle Acheson. “Markets Daily” is executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced and edited by Eleanor Pahl. All original music by Doc Blust and Colin Mealey.
See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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3 days ago
CARPE CONSENSUS: A Year of Politicization and the Looming Bull
A crypto winter of growth and optimism: from those who developed the tech to those who led the fight for sensible regulation, the year has been full of influential figures transforming the crypto industry.
On "Carpe Consensus," hosts Ben Schiller and Danny Nelson are joined by Nik De to review some of the most influential figures of the year in crypto as part of Consensus Magazine's Most Influential 2023 list, including Messari CEO Ryan Selkis, Elizabeth Warren, Gary Gensler and more.
“Carpe Consensus” is executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced and edited by Eleanor Pahl.
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4 days ago
MARKETS DAILY: Crypto Update | Bitcoin Continues to Outperform, But Futures Show Traders Are Eyeing Ether
Noelle Acheson, the mind behind the Crypto Is Macro Now newsletter, explores market moves, bitcoin ETFs, U.S. employment data and more.
Today's episode is sponsored by CME Group and Harpie.
To get the show every day, follow the podcast here.
Today’s Stories:
Key Metrics Show Crypto Traders Turning to Ether From Bitcoin
BlackRock, Bitwise File Updated Applications for Spot Bitcoin ETF
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CME Group Cryptocurrency futures and options provide market-leading liquidity for bitcoin and ether trading. These cash-settled contracts give full exposure to crypto performance without the hassle of holding the physical position. No digital wallet? No problem. Trade nearly 24/7 in a transparent, CFTC-regulated market. Visit cmegroup.com/crypto to learn more.
Disclaimer:
This communication is not directed to investors located in any particular jurisdiction and is not intended to be accessed by recipients based in jurisdictions in which distribution is not permitted. The information herein should not be considered investment advice or the results of actual market experience. Past results are not necessarily indicative of future performance. Trading derivatives products involves the risk of loss. Please consider carefully whether futures or options are appropriate to your financial situation.
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Harpie is the most advanced on-chain security solution for monitoring and protecting your crypto wallet from theft in real time. Harpie helps you detect and block suspicious transactions before they execute, safeguarding your assets from malicious attacks and scams. Secure your wallet for free at harpie.io.
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This episode was hosted by Noelle Acheson. “Markets Daily” is executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced and edited by Eleanor Pahl. All original music by Doc Blust and Colin Mealey.
See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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4 days ago
UNCHAINED: Anatoly Yakovenko on Solana’s Astounding Recovery and Its Future Plans
Things looked bleak for Solana after the collapse of FTX. Anatoly Yakovenko explains how the blockchain rebounded so successfully that SOL became the best-performing top crypto in 2023.
Solana’s native token SOL has been one of the best-performing cryptos of the year, up more than 500% so far, but you wouldn’t have guessed that would be the case given how closely tied the blockchain was to FTX, which held huge amounts of SOL and was a big supporter of the platform. The blockchain also experienced numerous outages in 2022. But Anatoly Yakovenko, Solana’s co-founder, says the discipline imposed by FTX’s collapse, as well as improvements to the technology, have made Solana stronger.
On this episode of Unchained, Yakovenko talks about the impact of FTX’s collapse, his early impressions of Sam Bankman-Fried, the SEC’s designation of SOL as a security, how entrepreneurs are leaving the U.S. because of the regulatory risk, SOL’s share of the stablecoin market, and why he thinks it’s inevitable that finance will eventually run on something like Solana.
Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Overcast, Podcast Addict, Pocket Casts, Stitcher, Castbox, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music, or on your favorite podcast platform.
Show highlights |
* How the Solana ecosystem weathered the FTX crisis
* How FTX’s collapse was like ripping off a band-aid for Solana
* Anatoly's initial impression of SBF as a “super genius”
* Why, despite SOL's strong 2023 performance, the Solana ecosystem hasn't experienced a corresponding growth in active developers
* What factors Anatoly believes contribute to the relatively low number of daily active wallet addresses in Solana
* How Solana addressed and rectified the outage issues that were so frequent in previous years
* Why Anatoly draws a parallel between Ethereum and Windows 95, and Solana and Windows 2000
* Why he's not worried about Jump Crypto building a client for the blockchain
* The ongoing debate within Solana on open-source versus closed-source culture, and the potential for future shifts
* How the Solana Foundation is handling the SEC's classification of SOL as a security
* Whether there's a trend of developers and founders relocating from the United States in search of a more supportive ecosystem
* Why Solana holds a low market share of stablecoins across various blockchains, and the implications of this trend
* Why Anatoly considers trading volume a more critical metric than Total Value Locked (TVL) in assessing blockchain success
* How Web3 gaming has been flourishing on Solana
* Why Anatoly is confident that DeFi will find its rightful place on the Solana network
* The future plans for the Saga phone after its market challenges
* What Anatoly thinks is the number one focus for Solana for the near term
Thank you to our sponsors! LayerZero | Popcorn Network | Arbitrum Foundation
Guest |
Anatoly Yakovenko, Co-founder of Solana Labs
Previous appearance on Unchained: Will Solana Be the Execution Layer and Ethereum the Settlement Layer?
Previous appearance on The Chopping Block: Anatoly Yakovenko on Why Solana Is Building the SAGA
Links |
Unchained: Solana Saga review
Decrypt: Mad Lads NFTs Hit All-Time High as Backpack Taps FTX Lawyer for Exchange Launch
Op-ed by Anatoly on Fortune: Solana co-founder: 'To keep the next great American founder in America, Congress must regulate crypto. But first lawmakers should learn how it works'
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Unchained Podcast is Produced by Laura Shin Media, LLC. Distributed by CoinDesk. Senior Producer is Michele Musso and Executive Producer is Jared Schwartz.
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5 days ago
MARKETS DAILY: Crypto Update | Bitcoin Holds Steady in New Range Above $40K
Noelle Acheson, the mind behind the Crypto Is Macro Now newsletter, explores market moves, crypto influencers, Federal Reserve projections and more.
Today's episode is sponsored by CME Group and Harpie.
To get the show every day, follow the podcast here.
Today’s Stories:
Introducing Most Influential 2023
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CME Group Cryptocurrency futures and options provide market-leading liquidity for bitcoin and ether trading. These cash-settled contracts give full exposure to crypto performance without the hassle of holding the physical position. No digital wallet? No problem. Trade nearly 24/7 in a transparent, CFTC-regulated market. Visit cmegroup.com/crypto to learn more.
Disclaimer:
This communication is not directed to investors located in any particular jurisdiction and is not intended to be accessed by recipients based in jurisdictions in which distribution is not permitted. The information herein should not be considered investment advice or the results of actual market experience. Past results are not necessarily indicative of future performance. Trading derivatives products involves the risk of loss. Please consider carefully whether futures or options are appropriate to your financial situation.
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Harpie is the most advanced on-chain security solution for monitoring and protecting your crypto wallet from theft in real time. Harpie helps you detect and block suspicious transactions before they execute, safeguarding your assets from malicious attacks and scams. Secure your wallet for free at harpie.io.
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This episode was hosted by Noelle Acheson. “Markets Daily” is executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced and edited by Eleanor Pahl. All original music by Doc Blust and Colin Mealey.
See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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6 days ago
GEN C: Merging Digital and Physical Through AR Gaming With Niantic CMO Mike Quigley
Mike Quigley, chief marketing officer of Niantic, discusses the company's history of developing location-based augmented reality games, including Pokemon GO.
Today's episode is sponsored by Chainalysis.
Listen to this week’s episode where we discuss how Niantic encourages people to explore and bring joy to their lives through the use of AR. We talk about tools for developers, partnerships with brands and his thoughts on the future of AR and generative AI.
Links mentioned from the podcast:
* Sports Illustrated Published Articles by Fake, AI-Generated Writers
* Developer Conference Axed After Fake Female Profiles Outcry
* Pika Wows in Debut as AI Video Generator Takes Aim at Tech Giants
* Dogecoin Funded SpaceX ‘Doge-1’ Moon Mission Gets a Step Closer to Launch
* Mike on Twitter
* Niantic Website
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"Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni, with editing by Jonas Huck. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Uyen Truong. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon.
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6 days ago
MARKETS DAILY: Crypto Update | What Triggered Bitcoin's Jump Above $40K?
Noelle Acheson, the mind behind the Crypto Is Macro Now newsletter, explores strong crypto moves, oil price pessimism, bitcoin criticism and more.
Today's episode is sponsored by CME Group and Harpie.
To get the show every day, follow the podcast here.
Today’s Stories:
Bitcoin Tops $42K as Crypto Market Recovers to Pre-Terra Levels
Bitcoin Going From Boiling the Oceans to Draining Them, According to Critic
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From our sponsors:
CME Group Cryptocurrency futures and options provide market-leading liquidity for bitcoin and ether trading. These cash-settled contracts give full exposure to crypto performance without the hassle of holding the physical position. No digital wallet? No problem. Trade nearly 24/7 in a transparent, CFTC-regulated market. Visit cmegroup.com/crypto to learn more.
Disclaimer:
This communication is not directed to investors located in any particular jurisdiction and is not intended to be accessed by recipients based in jurisdictions in which distribution is not permitted. The information herein should not be considered investment advice or the results of actual market experience. Past results are not necessarily indicative of future performance. Trading derivatives products involves the risk of loss. Please consider carefully whether futures or options are appropriate to your financial situation.
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Harpie is the most advanced on-chain security solution for monitoring and protecting your crypto wallet from theft in real time. Harpie helps you detect and block suspicious transactions before they execute, safeguarding your assets from malicious attacks and scams. Secure your wallet for free at harpie.io.
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This episode was hosted by Noelle Acheson. “Markets Daily” is executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced and edited by Eleanor Pahl. All original music by Doc Blust and Colin Mealey.
See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Dec 3, 2023
MARKETS DAILY: Featured Story | COP28 and Bitcoin: The Beginning of a Beautiful Friendship?
COP28 kicks off in the UAE this week. While it is likely to deliver the usual ineffective hand-wringing, at significant cost, this year there is a twist: the presence of Bitcoin delegates shows just how far the industry has come.
Today's episode is sponsored by CME Group and Harpie.
To get the show every day, follow the podcast here.
For today’s featured story, Noelle Acheson reads her piece written for CoinDesk, titled: “COP28 and Bitcoin: The Beginning of a Beautiful Friendship?”
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CME Group Cryptocurrency futures and options provide market-leading liquidity for bitcoin and ether trading. These cash-settled contracts give full exposure to crypto performance without the hassle of holding the physical position. No digital wallet? No problem. Trade nearly 24/7 in a transparent, CFTC-regulated market. Visit cmegroup.com/crypto to learn more.
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Dec 2, 2023
MARKETS DAILY: CoinDesk Market Index Week in Review
CoinDesk Indices presents six notable market movement highlights from last week.
Today's episode is sponsored by CME Group and Harpie.
To get the show every day, follow the podcast here.
The CoinDesk Market Index (CMI) functions as a benchmark for the performance of the digital asset market, delivering institutional quality information to digital asset investors. Today’s takeaways are provided by Tracy Stephens, senior index manager of CoinDesk Indices with additional analysis from Connor Farley, CEO and Co-Founder of Truvius. For more on the CMI you can visit: coindeskmarkets.com.
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CME Group Cryptocurrency futures and options provide market-leading liquidity for bitcoin and ether trading. These cash-settled contracts give full exposure to crypto performance without the hassle of holding the physical position. No digital wallet? No problem. Trade nearly 24/7 in a transparent, CFTC-regulated market. Visit cmegroup.com/crypto to learn more.
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Dec 1, 2023
UNCHAINED: Why Presidential Candidate Vivek Ramaswamy Is So Pro-Crypto
The GOP presidential candidate also talks about how pegging the dollar to a basket of commodities that could eventually include Bitcoin would help the U.S. economy, and why he hates the idea of a CBDC.
Vivek Ramaswamy is likely the biggest supporter of crypto among the current crop of presidential candidates. But his enthusiasm comes not from an inherent love of the technology or its principles themselves, but a dissatisfaction with what he calls the “administrative state” that’s stifled innovation in a number of important industries, crypto among them.
On this episode of Unchained, Ramaswamy discusses his radical plan to slash the number of people working at federal agencies; his three-point crypto policy plan based on the freedom to code as a protected form of expression, the freedom of financial self-reliance, and the freedom to innovate free from regulatory overreach; why the current orientation of the U.S. government towards regulation of the crypto industry by enforceme…
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Dec 1, 2023
MARKETS DAILY: Crypto Update | Would Lower Oil Prices Be Good or Bad for Bitcoin?
Noelle Acheson, the mind behind the Crypto Is Macro Now newsletter, explores the crypto market rally, energy prices, how oil prices impact bitcoin and more.
Today's episode is sponsored by CME Group and Harpie.
To get the show every day, follow the podcast here.
Today’s Stories:
Bitcoin Rises to $38.8K for the First Time Since May 2022
Bitcoin - Monthly Return
GDPNow - Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta
China’s Xi Seen Delaying Key Economic Plenum, Defying Norms - Bloomberg
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Dec 1, 2023
MONEY REIMAGINED: The Dichotomy of AI | MIT Professor Sandy Pentland Examines Whether It Poses a Threat or Opportunity to Humanity
Is AI older than you think? Exploring AI Governance challenges and solutions from centralization concerns to data ownership and community empowerment.
This episode is sponsored by Cboe Digital
In this week's episode of "Money Reimagined," – host Michael Casey sits down with MIT Professor Alex “Sandy” Pentland to discuss data ownership, data control, crypto, and AI technologies as they reshape the landscape of digital innovation, offering new possibilities and problems concerning security considerations that affect humanity now.
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Sam Altman to Return as OpenAI CEO Following In-Principle Agreement
Sriram Krishnan: AI, Crypto and Entrepreneurship
The Creator Economy, AI and Future of Web3
Professor Alex 'Sandy' Pentland
Overview ‹ Data Provenance for AI
Overview ‹ The Atlas of Opportunity — MIT Media Lab
Overview ‹ Safe Paths — MIT Media Lab
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Nov 30, 2023
THE PROTOCOL: Leadership Turmoil Hits Cosmos, ENS and Unstoppable Domains Fuel Tech Ownership Debate and More
Cosmos faces internal leadership challenges, with its founder advocating for a 'hard fork.' Concurrently, the Ethereum Name Service founder contemplates challenging Unstoppable Domains in light of its recently approved patent. Meanwhile, concerns arise about a potential Blast 'backlash,' leaving investors unsettled by recent developments in the crypto landscape.
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In this installment of "The Protocol," hosts Brad Keoun, the founding editor of The Protocol Newsletter, and tech journalists Sam Kessler and Margaux Nijkerk, explore the following stories:
* Cosmos - Cosmos' founder Jae Kwon favors splitting the blockchain into two
Cosmos Hub is an intermediary among all independent blockchains created within the Cosmos network. ATOM powers the Cosmos ecosystem of blockchains programmed to scale and interoperate with each other.
* Ethereum Name Service (ENS), in an intellectual-property dispute with rival…
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Nov 30, 2023
MARKETS DAILY: Crypto Update | Proposed U.S. Rule Change Gives Treasury Broad Expansion of Powers, Including Over Crypto Platforms
Noelle Acheson, the mind behind the Crypto Is Macro Now newsletter, explores signals in the U.S. economy, regulatory overreach, market moves and more.
Today's episode is sponsored by CME Group and PayPal.
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Today’s Stories:
U.S. Treasury Campaigning for Amplified Powers to Chase Crypto Overseas
China Investment Bank Bans Bearish Research, Wealth Displays - Bloomberg
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Nov 30, 2023
CARPE CONSENSUS: Can You Put a Price on Decentralized Governance? Polygon and DraftKings Did
Danny Nelson describes his recent scoop where he learned that Polygon quietly gave DraftKings preferential treatment while telling the public it was an "equal" member of the validator community.
On "Carpe Consensus," hosts Ben Schiller and Danny Nelson take a deep dive into a recent scoop of Danny's, involving layer 2 blockchain Polygon and sports betting company DraftKings.
* [1:04] Inside the Desk: When Polygon announced DraftKings would be joining its validator community, it failed to disclose the financial incentives lurking in the background of the deal. Read Danny's full piece on CoinDesk: "Polygon's Secret Deal: Sending DraftKings Millions to Run Failed Validator."
* [17:09] Ben previews CoinDesk's Most Influential 2023, releasing Dec. 4.
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Nov 29, 2023
MARKETS DAILY: Crypto Update | The SEC’s Dwindling Influence on Crypto Markets
Noelle Acheson, the mind behind the Crypto Is Macro Now newsletter, explores bitcoin above $38,000, rates expectations, U.S. SEC influence and more.
Today's episode is sponsored by CME Group and PayPal.
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Today’s Stories:
Solana Leads Layer-1 Token Gains as Bitcoin Crosses $38K
Kaiko Data Debrief
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Nov 29, 2023
UNCHAINED: Why the Crypto Industry Is So Upset About the IRS’ Proposed New Tax Reporting Rules
A pair of crypto industry tax experts describe the problems with the tax agency’s new reporting proposals and suggest alternatives.
The IRS sparked a storm of controversy when it released proposed new rules for crypto transaction reporting earlier this year. The new rules seek to define who is considered a broker, what types of transactions need to get reported, and the kinds of digital assets that need to be included, but many in the industry consider them overly broad and ultimately unworkable.
Lawrence Zlatkin, VP of Tax at Coinbase, and Shehan Chandrasekera, Head of Tax Strategy at tax software firm CoinTracker, discuss the crypto industry’s specific objections to the proposed new rules, and what might be a better way forward. They also delve into how the regulations would apply to stablecoins and NFTs, potential blockchain-based solutions for the reporting requirements, and what the likely outlook and timeline for the proposals to come into effect are.
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Nov 28, 2023
MARKETS DAILY: Crypto Update | Glaring Hypocrisies in the Binance Settlement
Noelle Acheson, the mind behind the Crypto Is Macro Now newsletter, explores market moves, inflation, the Binance settlement and more.
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Today’s Stories:
Altcoin Rally Cools as Massive $650M Worth of Token Unlocks Loom Over Crypto Market
Omid Malekan's Post
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Nov 27, 2023
GEN C: AI and Unlocking Creativity With Chris Duffey, Strategic Development Lead of Adobe
This week, Avery and Sam unpack the OpenAI drama, then chat with Chris Duffey of Adobe on AI's impact on creativity and his view on Web3.
Today's episode is sponsored by Chainalysis.
In this episode, Avery and Sam interview Chris Duffey, who leads strategic development for Adobe’s Emerging Solutions. We discuss how Adobe is incorporating generative AI into their suite of creative tools including Photoshop, and Duffey's vision for bringing these emerging technologies to brands, creators and 3D worlds.
Links mentioned from the podcast:
* Sam Altman to Return as OpenAI CEO Following In-Principle Agreement
* 'Oops, You Stepped Into the Future': Nike Drops Sneakers With NFTs
* Dunk Wars on Fortnite
* Chris on Twitter
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Nov 27, 2023
MARKETS DAILY: Crypto Update | Big-Name Banks Santander, Raiffeisen and St.Galler Kantonalbank Make Crypto Moves
Noelle Acheson, the mind behind the Crypto Is Macro Now newsletter, explores market moves, Black Friday, banks moving into crypto and more.
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Bitpanda and Raiffeisen Unit Agree to Offer Crypto for Banking Customers
St.Galler Kantonalbank Works With SEBA Bank to Offer Swiss Customers Bitcoin, Ethereum
Santander Private Bank Introduces Bitcoin, Ethereum Trading for Clients in Switzerland
K-Bank Buys Majority Stake in Thai Crypto Exchange Satang for $103M
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Nov 26, 2023
MARKETS DAILY: Featured Story | Bitcoin and the Changing Definition of 'Safety'
When supposedly safe investments like bonds and stocks underperform, what does that mean for our view of apparently risky investments like bitcoin? Noelle Acheson offers her thoughts.
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For today’s featured story, Noelle Acheson reads her piece written for CoinDesk, titled: “Bitcoin and the Changing Definition of 'Safety'”
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Nov 25, 2023
MARKETS DAILY: CoinDesk Market Index Week in Review
CoinDesk Indices presents six notable market movement highlights from last week.
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The CoinDesk Market Index (CMI) functions as a benchmark for the performance of the digital asset market, delivering institutional quality information to digital asset investors. Today’s takeaways are provided by Tracy Stephens, senior index manager of CoinDesk Indices with additional analysis from Greg Magadini, director of derivatives at Amberdata. For more on the CMI you can visit: http://coindeskmarkets.com/.
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Nov 24, 2023
UNCHAINED: Sam Bankman-Fried Whisperer Tiffany Fong Spills Some Tea
A pivotal figure in the Sam Bankman-Fried case discusses how she became the one-time crypto mogul’s confidante, including whether she ever had a romantic relationship with him.
Tiffany Fong has had an unusual route to crypto fame. After losing most of her life savings in the Celsius bankruptcy, she began posting on YouTube about her experiences and eventually received some leaked documents, which she shared with The New York Times and on her channel. The leaks gave her some visibility, and that’s when Sam Bankman-Fried began following her on Twitter.
Fong unexpectedly managed to carve out a relationship with the one-time crypto mogul, and after he was arrested last November, she chatted often and even met with him while he was under house arrest. From there, she became known for posting details of her conversations with Bankman-Fried and documents he shared with her, and went on to attend every day of his trial in person and do videos on them.
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Nov 22, 2023
MARKETS DAILY: Crypto Update | CZ's U.S. Criminal Case Settlement Allows Binance to Continue With a Cleaner Image
Noelle Acheson, the mind behind the Crypto Is Macro Now newsletter, explores Binance, again, the Fed pivot, crypto markets and more.
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Binance to Pay $4.3B to Settle U.S. Criminal Case; Changpeng 'CZ' Zhao Resigns as CEO and Pleads Guilty in Seattle
After CZ Quits as Binance CEO, Richard Teng Looks Like the Heir Apparent
Binance to Make 'Complete Exit' From U.S., Pay Billions to FinCEN, OFAC on Top of DOJ Settlement
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Nov 22, 2023
UNCHAINED: Why Financial Advisors Are So Excited About a Spot Bitcoin ETF
Financial advisors in the US control $8 trillion in assets. Here’s why 77% are waiting for spot Bitcoin ETFs.
According to surveys of financial advisors, only 12% are currently recommending that clients invest in Bitcoin, while 47% of advisors personally own Bitcoin and a whopping 77% say they are waiting for a spot Bitcoin ETF to become available so they can offer it to their clients.
On this episode of Unchained, Ric Edelman, founder of the Digital Assets Council of Financial Professionals and author of “The Truth About Crypto,” explains how this should all lead to high demand once the first spot Bitcoin ETFs become available, although it will take some time for them to allocate. Edelman also discusses how FTX’s implosion impacted advisor perceptions of crypto, why investors have not been that excited by crypto futures ETFs, and which Bitcoin ETF issuers he believes are likely to be the big winners.
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Nov 22, 2023
MONEY REIMAGINED: Amidst Congressional Turbulence Senators Gillibrand and Lummis Speak on Overhauling Regulations at ‘State of Crypto’ in DC
At CoinDesk’s State of Crypto event in Washington, DC. Senators Gillibrand and Lummis discuss their bold comprehensive regulation bill aiming to unify all crypto interests under 'one tent.’ The conversation touches on the current legislative progress and the consequential impact on crypto innovation.
This episode is sponsored by CME Group and PayPal.
In this week's episode of "Money Reimagined," amid our Thanksgiving week programming, we present a unique recording – host Michael Casey with an on-stage interview at CoinDesk's State of Crypto event in Washington DC last month with Senators Kirsten Gillibrand of New York and Cynthia Lummis of Wyoming. As co-sponsors of a crucial bill (Lummis-Gillibrand Responsible Financial Innovation Act) to overhaul crypto regulation, their insights offer a timely and significant perspective amidst the ongoing drama and turmoil in Congress, particularly on the day of the interview, coinciding with the House's vote on a nomination for speaker.
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Nov 21, 2023
MARKETS DAILY: Crypto Update | Crypto Prices Shrug Off Binance and Kraken News, Signaling a More Mature Market
Noelle Acheson, the mind behind the Crypto Is Macro Now newsletter, explores Binance, Kraken, U.S. recessions and more.
Today's episode is sponsored by CME Group and PayPal.
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Today’s Stories:
Kraken Accused by SEC of Operating Unregistered Platform, Improperly Mixing Customer Funds
Binance in Talks to Pay More Than $4B to End U.S. Criminal Case; CZ Could Still Face Charges: Bloomberg
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Nov 20, 2023
GEN C: Inside Gods Unchained and the Evolution of Web3 Gaming With Daniel Paez of Immutable
On this episode of "Gen C," we dive into the current gaming landscape with Daniel Paez, vice president and executive producer of the Immutable digital trading card game Gods Unchained.
Today's episode is sponsored by Chainalysis.
This week, Avery and Sam interview Daniel Paez, the VP and Executive Producer of Gods Unchained, a successful digital trading card game from Immutable. Daniel shares insights from his experience in traditional gaming at places like Blizzard and discusses the state of Web3 gaming today, including how to build sustainable games and a potentially hot take on why ownership matters less to gamers than we think.
Links mentioned from the podcast:
* Disney To Launch NFT Platform With Dapper Labs Featuring Pixar and Star Wars
* Daniel on Twitter
* Gods Unchained Website
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Nov 20, 2023
MARKETS DAILY: Crypto Update | Libertarian Candidate Javier Milei Wins Argentine Presidency
Noelle Acheson, the mind behind the Crypto Is Macro Now newsletter, explores crypto moves, Argentina, Worldcoin and a surprise announcement about CoinDesk.
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Today’s Stories:
OpenAI Ousts Sam Altman From CEO and Board Roles; Worldcoin Drops 12%
Javier Milei Wins Argentine Presidency; Bitcoin Gains Nearly 3%
Crypto Exchange Bullish Completes Purchase of CoinDesk: WSJ
Fidelity Wants to Create an Ether ETF, Joining BlackRock in Doubling Down on Crypto
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Nov 19, 2023
MARKETS DAILY: Featured Story | Congress Gets the Runaround From Regulators, Again
"If the broker rule proceeds as is, it will surely spell the near-total collapse of the crypto industry in the United States," writes Blockchain Association CEO Kristin Smith and DeFi Education Fund CEO Miller Whitehouse-Levine.
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Today’s featured story is an opinion piece from Kristin Smith and Miller Whitehouse-Levine, titled: “Congress Gets the Runaround From Regulators, Again,” written as part of Consensus Magazine's Tax Week.
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Nov 18, 2023
MARKETS DAILY: CoinDesk Market Index Week in Review
CoinDesk Indices presents six notable market movement highlights from last week.
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The CoinDesk Market Index (CMI) functions as a benchmark for the performance of the digital asset market, delivering institutional quality information to digital asset investors. Today’s takeaways are provided by Tracy Stephens, senior index manager of CoinDesk Indices with additional analysis from Todd Groth, head of index research at CoinDesk Indices. For more on the CMI you can visit: http://coindeskmarkets.com/.
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Nov 17, 2023
UNCHAINED: Could the Bank Secrecy Act Harm Crypto? Coin Center Thinks So
Coin Center’s Peter Van Valkenburgh believes that the U.S. Treasury could use the Bank Secrecy Act in a dark way against crypto developers.
In this episode of Unchained, Peter Van Valkenburgh, director of research at Coin Center, explains why the IRS's proposed broker rule for tax reporting in crypto could harm the crypto industry as well as the security and privacy of users. He explains how Coin Center thinks the IRS should accomplish its aims, and why that would even work for collecting taxes on DeFi gains.
Additionally, Peter explains why he believes the Bank Secrecy Act might be unconstitutional and how that could potentially affect developers building in crypto.
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Nov 17, 2023
MARKETS DAILY: Crypto Update | Which Asset Would Benefit More From a U.S. Spot ETF – Bitcoin, or Ether?
Noelle Acheson, the mind behind the Crypto Is Macro Now newsletter, explores consumer signals, energy prices, market moves, ETF comparisons and more.
Today's episode is sponsored by CME Group and PayPal.
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A Physical Dogecoin Could Reach the Moon in December
(WMT) Walmart Lifts Profit Outlook, Stays Cautious on US Consumers - Bloomberg
Target (TGT) Profit Blows Past Expectations Amid Leaner Inventories - Bloomberg
Home Depot (HD) Narrows Guidance for Full Year Profit, Revenue - Bloomberg
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Nov 16, 2023
THE PROTOCOL: From Centralization to Intent Revolution: Infura's Shift, Blockchain's 'Intents' Era, and OKX's L2 Triumph!
An exploration into emerging decentralized networks, the subtle revolution in blockchain utilization, and a comprehensive overview of the latest advancements in Layer 2 developments.
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In this installment of "The Protocol," hosts Brad Keoun, the founding editor of The Protocol Newsletter, and tech journalists Sam Kessler and Margaux Nijkerk, explore the following stories:
* Infura's baby step toward decentralization.
Infura, from the Ethereum developer Consensys, is so dominant it's been cast as a single point of failure. Now it's creating a "decentralized infrastructure network" to help protect against outages – with a "federated" group of partners.
* What are ‘Intents’?
Intent-centric programs are quietly transforming how we use blockchains, but they bring risks as well as benefits.
PROTOCOL VILLAGE SEGMENT
* OKX Apes into L2 race PLUS a wrap of L2 developments including:
* Kinto…
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Nov 16, 2023
MARKETS DAILY: Crypto Update | Crypto Acts Contrary to Macro Markets
Noelle Acheson, the mind behind the Crypto Is Macro Now newsletter, explores market moves, stablecoins, rate expectations and more.
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Today’s Stories:
JPMorgan, Apollo Tokenize Funds in 'Proof of Concept' With Axelar, Oasis, Provenance
Crypto Market Sees Net Capital Inflow for First Time in 17 Months
Stablecoin Issuer Paxos Plans New U.S. Dollar-Backed Token for Singapore Operations
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Nov 16, 2023
CARPE CONSENSUS: Riding the Bull and Bear in El Salvador
Jonathan Martin traveled across El Salvador, observing bitcoin adoption in the first country to make BTC legal currency.
On "Carpe Consensus," hosts Ben Schiller and Danny Nelson take a look at bitcoin adoption alongside Jonathin Martin, bitcoiner and graduate student at The Wharton School. Martin discusses the nature of adoption – by who, in what parts of the country and for what purposes – and explores the complexities of attempting to imbed a new digital currency in a nation.
Check out Jonathan's latest report from El Salvador, "Westerners See El Salvador as a Template for a New Monetary System."
If you liked this episode, listen to Jonathan Martin's previous appearance on "Carpe Consensus" on Spotify or Apple.
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Nov 15, 2023
MONEY REIMAGINED: NEAR Foundation's Founder and New CEO Illia Polosukhin Explores Multi-Chain Interoperability and Open Web Vision in Blockchain Governance
From NEARCON 2023 a conversation with emphasis on scalable infrastructure, user-friendly experience, and ethical AI integration.
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In today's episode of "Money Reimagined," host Michael Casey while in Lisbon, Portugal at NEARCON 2023, engages in a thought-provoking conversation on the intersection of blockchain innovation and governance, NEAR Foundation's newly appointed CEO, Illia Polosukhin. He sheds light on the organization's visionary approach, emphasizing the pivotal role of multi-chain interoperability, scalable infrastructure, and user-friendly experiences in shaping the future of the open web. Shifting focus, Casey drives the conversation into the profound impact of AI on society, underscoring the importance of ethical considerations and decentralized models to mitigate potential risks. Simultaneously Illia highlights the promising synergy between AI and blockchain for transformative applications and governance solutions.
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Nov 15, 2023
MARKETS DAILY: Crypto Update | Why Are Crypto Exchanges Launching Layer 2 Blockchains?
Noelle Acheson, the mind behind the Crypto Is Macro Now newsletter, explores exchange developments, bitcoin miners, economic data and more.
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Today’s Stories:
Coinbase Officially Launches Base Blockchain in Milestone for a Public Company
Kraken Said to Seek Partner to Help Build It a Layer 2 Blockchain Network
Cryptocurrency Exchange OKX Coming Out With Layer 2 ‘X1’ Built on Polygon Technology
Bitcoin Miner Hut 8 Q3 Net Loss More Than Doubles as Production Slumps
Bitcoin Miner Marathon Digital Beats Q3 Earnings Estimates, but Misses on Revenue
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Nov 15, 2023
UNCHAINED: How Much Money Are Terrorists Actually Raising in Crypto?
Here’s why it’s difficult to calculate exactly how much money terrorists are raising in crypto.
The recent Wall Street Journal article that claimed Hamas raised $130 million via cryptocurrency has sparked considerable debate, especially after Sen. Elizabeth Warren used it as her sole source to ask for tighter regulations around crypto. However, the veracity of this claim has come under scrutiny.
Yaya Fanusie, Jessi Brooks, and Andrew Fierman delve into the veracity of reported figures, the methodology behind them, and the subsequent industry responses that sought to correct the public record. They examine the political implications of cryptocurrency, its use in funding organizations, and the nuanced role of stablecoins in this digital economy. Additionally, they address the broader challenges in regulating crypto to prevent illicit funding, emphasizing the need for factual accuracy and a comprehensive approach to understanding and tackling such complex issues.
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Nov 14, 2023
MARKETS DAILY: Crypto Update | Rising Venture Capital Investment in Crypto
Noelle Acheson, the mind behind the Crypto Is Macro Now newsletter, explores new inflows into the crypto ecosystem, inflation, a false XRP ETF report and more.
Today's episode is sponsored by CME Group and PayPal.
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Today’s Stories:
Bogus BlackRock XRP Filing Spoofs ETF Watchers, Crypto Traders
Crypto Fund Inflows of $293M Bring Yearly Total Above $1B: CoinShares
CoinShares Digital Asset Fund Flows | November 13th 2023
StanChart, SBI form $100m digital asset venture fund - Ledger Insights - blockchain for enterprise
Crypto VC Maven 11 targets $100 million for third fund | The Block
Venture Capital Lightspeed Faction Starts $285M Fund for Blockchain Startups
SBI unveils Digital Space fund of up to $660m, including web3, metaverse - Ledger Insights - blockchain for enterprise
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Nov 13, 2023
GEN C: Crenshaw to Crypto With DeShone Kizer of One of None and Jorge Peniche of The Marathon Clothing
DeShone Kizer and Jorge Peniche join this episode of “Gen C” to discuss their origin stories and how the two brands are collaborating around rapper Nipsey Hussle’s legacy.
Today's episode is sponsored by Chainalysis.
DeShone Kizer shares how he made the shift in his career from an NFL quarterback to founder of an authentication platform for limited editions called One of None. We discuss the collaboration between Kizer and Jorge Peniche, creative director of Nipsey Hussle’s clothing brand, The Marathon Clothing, and about bringing to life a new NFT project bridging physical Marathon gear and digital collectibles.
Links mentioned from the podcast:
* NFTs could be coming to Roblox
* Humane launches AI Pin
* One of None Website
* The Marathon Clothing Website
* DeShone on Twitter
* Jorge on Twitter
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Nov 13, 2023
MARKETS DAILY: Crypto Update | What JPMorgan Analysts Missed About Bitcoin's Rally
Noelle Acheson, the mind behind the Crypto Is Macro Now newsletter, explores recent crypto project exploits, U.S. consumer expectations, big-bank investment comments and more.
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Poloniex Hot Wallets Hacked With $114M Seemingly Stolen: On-Chain Data
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Raft Suffers $3.3M Exploit That Drove Down Stablecoin 50%, but Hacker Likely Lost Money on Attack
Binance fake-app scammers steal crypto funds via malicious Skype app: SlowMist
The Crypto Market Rally Looks Overdone, JPMorgan Says
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Nov 12, 2023
MARKETS DAILY: Featured Story | A CBDC Alternative to SWIFT?
There are many cross-border CBDC trials under way, but one stands out in its progress, institutional participation and potential to disrupt the current system. Noelle Acheson takes a look at the mBridge project and what it could mean for global trade.
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For today’s featured story, Noelle Acheson reads her piece written for Consensus Magazine's Trading Week, titled: “A CBDC Alternative to SWIFT?”
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Nov 11, 2023
MARKETS DAILY: CoinDesk Market Index Week in Review
CoinDesk Indices presents six notable market movement highlights from last week.
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Nov 10, 2023
UNCHAINED: How Can OpenSea Regain Dominance After Layoffs and the NFT Market Decline?
NFT expert gmoney says that OpenSea “rested on their laurels” far too long. Can the once-leading marketplace rise again?
Last week, OpenSea, the former frontrunner in the NFT marketplace, confirmed the layoff of half its workforce as the NFT markets seemed to bottom out. gmoney, NFT collector and founder of 9dcc, joins Unchained to provide insight into the once-dominant NFT marketplace’s fall from grace. He talks about the competitive dynamics that challenge the platform's market share and whether a token launch could help. In addition, gmoney delves into why the NFT market has been “abysmal,” what could potentially catalyze its revival, and how he thinks creator royalties will evolve.
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* Whether OpenSea 'rested on their laurels' after becoming the market leader
* W…
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Nov 10, 2023
MARKETS DAILY: Crypto Update | What Would It Take to Get Bitcoin to $40K?
Noelle Acheson, the mind behind the Crypto Is Macro Now newsletter, explores crypto market dynamics, a possible ether spot ETF, a shift in rates expectations and more.
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TH Soars Above $2K as BlackRock iShares Ethereum Trust Registered as Corporate Entity in Delaware
Ether Surges to 7-Month High, Outshines Bitcoin on BlackRock ETF Plans; Altcoins Plunge
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Nov 10, 2023
SBF TRIAL Podcast: Inside the Courtroom With CoinDesk
CoinDesk's SBF Trial Newsletter team shares their unique insights from inside the court room and exclusive behind-the-scenes anecdotes from their coverage of Sam Bankman-Fried's criminal trial.
Credits: Nikhilesh De, Managing Editor, Policy and Regulation, CoinDesk
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Nov 9, 2023
THE PROTOCOL: Kraken’s Potential Layer 2 Development and Coinbase’s Influence
From the controversies in decentralized governance to the potential of decentralized data in Web3, this coverage delves into layer 2 developments and zero-knowledge proofs providing a glimpse into the promising future of blockchain and its ongoing evolution.
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In this installment of "The Protocol," hosts Brad Keoun, the founding editor of The Protocol Newsletter, and tech journalists Sam Kessler and Margaux Nijkerk, explore the following stories:
* Arbitrum Research Pitch
A proposed coalition of professional researchers could help "accelerate decision-making" at the Ethereum layer-2 project, but complaints have surfaced over the cost and potential conflicts of interest.
* The Graph Q&A
The Graph, a protocol for indexing and querying data stored on blockchains, plans to add AI-assisted querying with large language models as part of a suite of new features disclosed Tuesday.
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Nov 9, 2023
MARKETS DAILY: Crypto Update | Bitcoin Soars Above $37K While Ether Hits a Symbolic $2K. Here's Why
Noelle Acheson, the mind behind the Crypto Is Macro Now newsletter, explores the factors behind today's crypto market moves, a new big-name crypto exchange, bitcoin fees, GDP growth and more.
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Bitcoin Call Skew Hints at Further Price Rise as Spot ETF Optimism Energizes BTC
GDPNow - Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta
Deutsche Börse to launch cryptocurrency exchange in 2024 - Ledger Insights - blockchain for enterprise
Bitcoin Fees Soar Nearly 1,000% Since August as Ordinals Are Back in Vogue
KuCoin and Gate exchanges to list BRC-20 memecoin Sats | The Block
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Nov 9, 2023
CARPE CONSENSUS: Moving on From Sam Bankman-Fried
Well, the show's over: Sam Bankman-Fried was found guilty on all seven counts in the FTX fraud trial. Now, the crypto industry and its reporters move on to other topics – maybe even out of crypto winter, and into spring?
On "Carpe Consensus," hosts Ben Schiller and Danny Nelson dive into the latest crypto news.
* [0:55] Inside the Desk: CoinDesk reporter Helene Braun has been covering the Sam Bankman-Fried trial alongside Danny Nelson. The pair reflect on the verdict and the experience in the courtroom.
* [14:58] The world of crypto still turns, even as SBF's trial comes to an end. Ben and Danny chat about what's on the horizon, from the end of crypto winter to the rise of real world asset tokenization. Ben highlights Consensus Magazine's Trading Week package.
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Nov 8, 2023
MONEY REIMAGINED: Media in Flux | Journalism's Transformation Under the Internet and AI Tsunami
The challenges of crypto journalism ( journalism as a whole) and the necessity of holding key players accountable cannot be understated, as journalists grapple with the complex dynamics of a transforming industry.
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In today's episode of "Money Reimagined," hosts Michael Casey and Sheila Warren delve into the crucial role the press plays in shaping public perception of emerging technologies. They discuss the ongoing evolution of journalism, influenced by tech monopolies and the impact of social media, that underscores the need for adaptability and a commitment to fair and balanced reporting. Furthermore, blockchain's potential to establish trust in journalism through immutable records and provenance of information holds promise, even as the limitations of blockchain analysis and AI in understanding intricate financial data remain evident.
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Nov 8, 2023
MARKETS DAILY: Crypto Update | Institutional Interest in Chainlink, Circle Considering an IPO
Noelle Acheson, the mind behind the Crypto Is Macro Now newsletter, explores a crypto IPO, Chainlink, Fed comments and more.
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Dragon Is Latest Meme Stock Craze in China on Zodiac Year Hopes - Bloomberg
Grayscale Chainlink Trust Zooms to 200% Premium, Indicating Institutional Demand for LINK
Stablecoin Issuer Circle Internet Said to Consider 2024 IPO - Bloomberg
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Nov 8, 2023
UNCHAINED: A 20+ Year Sentence? Why the Evidence Against SBF Was Too Hard to Overcome
A defense lawyer and a former prosecutor discuss what SBF’s likely sentence will be, the defense’s hope for an appeal, and whether the government will pursue the second trial.
In this episode of Unchained, Laura does a detailed unpacking of the historic Sam Bankman-Fried trial and verdict with defense lawyer Sam Enzer and former Southern District of New York prosecutor Rich Cooper. They discuss what a thorough job the government did in presenting its case, whether the government will pursue a second trial on campaign finance charges, why it takes so long for sentencing to occur, what the differences between this case and the Bernie Madoff case are, and what Bankman-Fried’s likely sentence will be.
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Nov 7, 2023
SBF TRIAL Podcast 11/7: What's Next for Sam Bankman-Fried's Legal Case
The FTX founder still faces potential post-trial motions, sentencing and perhaps another trial.
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Nov 7, 2023
MARKETS DAILY: Crypto Update | Hong Kong Spot Crypto ETFs?
Noelle Acheson, the mind behind the Crypto Is Macro Now newsletter, explores crypto fund inflows, a development in Asia, the US lending outlook and more.
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Crypto Funds See $767M Six-Week Inflow, Best Since 2021 Bull Market: CoinShares
CoinShares Digital Asset Fund Flows Weekly
Hong Kong Now Considering Spot Crypto ETFs for Retail Investors: Bloomberg
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Nov 6, 2023
GEN C: Web3 and the Playbook to Rebuild Trust With Marc Mathieu, Co-Founder of the Web3 Studio at Salesforce
In this episode of “Gen C”, we are re-airing our conversation with Marc Mathieu, the co-founder of the Web3 Studio at Salesforce and was previously CMO at Samsung Americas. He has held senior marketing positions with Unilever, Coca-Cola, among others. His unique and provocative approach to a Web3 strategy is a must listen for all marketers.
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The Web3 Studio at Salesforce is focused on bringing hundreds of thousands of brands large and small into the Web3 universe. As the largest SAAS company in the world, unlike Nike or Starbucks, Salesforce is not focused on the end consumer, but on the business layer that lies in between. Avery and Sam sit down with Marc to discuss his career, why he is so passionate about Web3 and Salesforce’s role in it. They also dive into key lessons from Marc’s career that affect his perspective on the new internet.
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Nov 6, 2023
MARKETS DAILY: Crypto Update | Insights from Coinbase's Q3 Earnings Report
Noelle Acheson, the mind behind the Crypto Is Macro Now newsletter, explores trading volumes, layer 2 blockchains, U.S. business activity and more.
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Today’s Stories:
Coinbase Global, Inc. Third Quarter 2023 Earnings Call November 2, 2023 Anil Gupta, Vice President, Investor Relations
Coinbase Shareholder Letter
Coinbase Officially Launches Base Blockchain in Milestone for a Public Company
DefiLlama Base
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Nov 6, 2023
UNCHAINED: Two Genesis Creditors Describe Their Frustrations With the Bankrupt Crypto Lender
In a rare interview, two Genesis creditors discuss their dealings with the lender and DCG, including the sales pitch that got them to give Genesis new loans after the 3AC debacle.
Two Genesis creditors, BJ and Branden, who prefer to use pseudonyms for security reasons, spoke with Unchained about the alleged fraud by the crypto lender and its parent company, Digital Currency Group (DCG). The discussion is one of the first times Genesis creditors have spoken with a media organization about the situation.
BJ and Branden explain how they gave more loans to Genesis after it took a $1.1 billion hit from the liquidation of Three Arrows Capital and how they then came to be members of the ad hoc group, a collective of Genesis customers who came together to try and save the company from bankruptcy.
They talk about how they now want DCG to pay back the $1.1 billion it owes over a shorter timeframe and to pay back any Bitcoin in actual Bitcoin. The discussion with Unchained followed short…
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Nov 5, 2023
MARKETS DAILY: Featured Story | What Will Wall Street’s Bitcoin Narrative Be?
With Bitcoin ETFs round the corner, financial institutions are gearing up to promote BTC investing. The message is likely to obscure Bitcoin’s origins but could be useful for native-crypto companies, argue Dave Birnbaum and David Waugh, from Coinbits.
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Nov 4, 2023
MARKETS DAILY: CoinDesk Market Index Week in Review
CoinDesk Indices presents six notable market movement highlights from last week.
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The CoinDesk Market Index (CMI) functions as a benchmark for the performance of the digital asset market, delivering institutional quality information to digital asset investors. Today’s takeaways are provided by Tracy Stephens of CoinDesk Indices with additional analysis from Colton Dillion, CEO of Hedgehog. For more on the CMI you can visit: http://coindeskmarkets.com/
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Nov 3, 2023
MARKETS DAILY: Crypto Update | Bitcoin vs. Ether Investment Theses
Noelle Acheson, the mind behind the Crypto Is Macro Now newsletter, explores market reactions to the employment data, gold buying, bitcoin vs. ether investment theses and more.
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Today’s Stories:
15 Years After the Bitcoin White Paper, Bitcoin Builder Culture Flourishes
Ethereum’s Dencun Upgrade Is a Step Toward a Scalable Settlement Layer: Goldman Sachs
Gold Demand Trends Q3 2023
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Nov 3, 2023
SBF TRIAL Podcast 11/03: Sam Bankman-Fried Guilty on All 7 Counts in FTX Fraud Trial
Sam Bankman-Fried was found guilty. Twelve jurors spent less than five hours deciding the facts. They asked for portions of transcripts from Paradigm's Matt Huang and Third Point's Robert Boroujerdi testimony, as well as highlighters and Post-it Notes, and when they didn't immediately receive the version of the indictment, they requested that too.
Link to story: 'Unanimous Verdict, Your Honor': Sam Bankman-Fried's Conviction Was Inevitable
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Nov 2, 2023
THE PROTOCOL: Token Allocations, Airdrops, and Data Availability
An examination of Starknet's latest moves, layer 3 networks are ready to go ‘live’ and how a student's research paper turned into $345M.
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In this installment of "The Protocol," hosts Brad Keoun, the founding editor of The Protocol Newsletter, and tech journalists Sam Kessler and Margaux Nijkerk, explore the following stories:
* Starknet (STRK) Tokens
* Arbitrum "Orbit" Is Now Live
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Arbitrum Foundation Says 'Orbit' for Layer-3 Networks Now Ready for Mainnet
How a Ph.D. Student's Research Paper Turned Celestia Into $345M Blockchain Project Overnight
Celestia Airdrops TIA Token as Network Goes Live, Claims Start of 'Modular Era'
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Nov 2, 2023
MARKETS DAILY: Crypto Update | What's Fueling Solana's Outsized YTD Performance?
Noelle Acheson, the mind behind the Crypto Is Macro Now newsletter, explores market uplift, an investor survey, Solana, the U.S. Federal Reserve and more.
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Today’s Stories:
CoinShares Digital Asset Fund Manager Survey October 2023
Solana Surges to 14-Month High; Sell Pressure Lingers as FTX Unstakes $67M Tokens
https://x.com/solana/status/1719310929593057720?s=20
How a Ph.D. Student's Research Paper Turned Celestia Into $345M Blockchain Project Overnight
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Nov 2, 2023
SBF TRIAL Podcast 11/02: Jury Deliberations in the Sam Bankman-Fried Planned for Today
Is Sam Bankman-Fried going to prison? Five weeks into his criminal trial, 12 randomly selected New Yorkers are preparing to discuss among themselves whether they believe he violated federal law or not.
Link to story: The Case Against Sam Bankman-Fried
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Nov 2, 2023
CARPE CONSENSUS: SBF's Testimony Demonstrated He Was (at the Very Least) a Bad CEO
When SBF decided to take the stand, reporters flocked to the courthouse to try and get a spot in the room itself to watch the former FTX CEO recount his version of events. Turns out Sam didn't remember much of what happened at FTX.
On “Carpe Consensus,” hosts Ben Schiller and Danny Nelson center the episode on, arguably, the crypto news event of the year: the trial of Sam Bankman-Fried.
* [0:53] Inside the Desk: For weeks, Danny's been predicting that SBF would choose to take the stand – either for his ego, or as a last-resort attempt to sway the jury. Danny recaps SBF's direct and cross examination.
* [12:10] Danny chats with David Z. Morris outside the courthouse.
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Nov 1, 2023
MONEY REIMAGINED: Money 2020 Spotlight | Uniting Forces - FinTech, Crypto, and Insights from Patrick Murck and Chris Brummer
Sheila Warren delves into the thrilling world of FinTech and crypto at Money 2020, with industry luminaries Patrick Murck and Chris Brummer; sharing their perspectives on the financial revolution.
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In today's episode of "Money Reimagined," Sheila Warren is at the Money 20/20 Conference in Las Vegas and is joined by Georgetown Law Professor, author, and trusted advisor Chris Brummer; and Patrick Murck the President and Chief Legal Officer at Transparent Financial Systems, a member of the IMF’s High-Level Advisory Group on Fintech and an Affiliate with the Berkman Klein Center at Harvard University.
Warren, Brummer, and Murck delve into the convergence of boundaries, regulatory hurdles, and the evolution of user experience within the crypto and fintech domains.
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Nov 1, 2023
MARKETS DAILY: Crypto Update | What (Still Unapproved) Bitcoin ETF Listings on DTCC’s Website Mean
Noelle Acheson, the mind behind the Crypto Is Macro Now newsletter, explores Tether's latest attestation, U.S. wage pressure, ETF moves and more.
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BlackRock Bitcoin ETF in August Got on DTCC Site That Just Belatedly Moved Markets
https://x.com/mikealfred/status/1719499406221996237?s=20
Tether Reports $3.2B Excess Reserves, but Lags in Reducing Secured Loans
Bitcoin - Monthly Return
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Nov 1, 2023
SBF TRIAL Podcast 11/01: Sam Bankman-Fried’s Final Day of Testimony
Sam Bankman-Fried's fourth day of testimony in his trial saw a quieter and more composed demeanor, but he still faced challenges in providing clear and coherent responses to some questions from the prosecution. The trial is now moving into its final phase with closing arguments scheduled for Wednesday, bringing an end to the presentation of evidence and legal discussions on jury instructions.
Link to story: Sam Bankman-Fried Again Blames Underlings for Woes as FTX Founder Wraps Up Testimony
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Nov 1, 2023
Unchained: Why SBF's Testimony So Far Has Likely Already Doomed Him
Defense lawyer Sam Enzer says Sam Bankman-Fried’s testimony had evasive answers and non-sequiturs—but that the defense may now have a good argument for appeal.
Sam Enzer, a partner at the law firm Cahill Gordon & Reindel, told Laura that former FTX CEO Sam Bankman-Fried did about as well as he could in his testimony Friday but that he was unlikely “to withstand the scrutiny” of what prosecutors have already said will be a robust cross-examination when he takes the stand Monday.
Enzer noted that Bankman-Fried’s attempts to explain why he thought his trading shop, Alameda Research, could borrow billions in dollars of FTX customer assets “defies common sense,” and that the company’s own terms of agreement or any other communications offered no justification for this belief. A Thursday hearing without the jury present, in which the defense gave a preview of some arguments it wanted to make, ended up giving the government answers from SBF that it can now use against him.…
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Oct 31, 2023
MARKETS DAILY: Crypto Update | Crypto Funds See Strong Inflows
Noelle Acheson, the mind behind the Crypto Is Macro Now newsletter, explores crypto funds, crypto integrating with finance outside the U.S. and some big-name hedge fund support.
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Today’s Stories:
Digital Asset Fund Flows | October 30th 2023
Crypto Funds See Largest Inflow in 15 Months, With Bitcoin, Solana Leading Rally: CoinShares
Thailand’s Kasikorn Bank Buys Majority Stake in Satang Crypto Exchange for $103M
Thailand's KBank Starts $100M Fund Targeting AI and Web3
Robin Hood NYC 2023 Fireside Chat Stan Druckenmiller and Paul Tudor Jones
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Oct 31, 2023
SBF TRIAL Podcast 10/31: Was Sam Bankman-Fried Taking the Stand a Huge Mistake?
Assistant U.S. Attorney Danielle Sassoon relentlessly cross-examined Bankman-Fried, highlighting his inconsistencies and evoking exasperated responses as she aimed to prove him an unreliable narrator.
Link to story: Sam Bankman-Fried Grilled by Prosecutor, Who Points Out Contradictions in His Testimony
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Oct 30, 2023
GEN C: From VR to AI, Mattel’s Vision for the Future of Play
This week, Ron Friedman, VP of Mattel Future Lab, joins us to share how Mattel is bringing iconic toy brands into the digital future through a human-centered approach to innovation.
Today's episode is sponsored by Chainalysis.
Ron Friedman of Mattel Future Lab shares his perspective on the importance of brand authenticity, mainstream accessibility and leveraging Web3 tech to reimagine play. He shares Mattel's vision for pioneering the future while staying true to their mission of connecting people. We talk about iconic brands like Hot Wheels and Barbie and how the brand is continuously looking to evolve these beloved entities.
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Oct 30, 2023
MARKETS DAILY: Crypto Update | SEC Commissioner Hester Peirce Dissents, Questions SEC's 'Enforcement-Driven Approach to Crypto'
Noelle Acheson, the mind behind the Crypto Is Macro Now newsletter, explores market moves, consumer expectations, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission and more.
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Oct 30, 2023
SBF TRIAL Podcast 10/30: Sam Bankman-Fried Takes The Stand For a Third Day In FTX Fraud Trial
Sam Bankman-Fried took the stand in his criminal trial to present his case, emphasizing that FTX and Alameda Research's problems stemmed from errors, a lack of dedicated risk management, and mistakes made by key lieutenants rather than deliberate fraud on his part. During the testimony, Bankman-Fried questioned the accuracy of key witnesses' statements and described misunderstandings and differences in interpretation regarding certain events and financial practices related to the case.
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Oct 29, 2023
MARKETS DAILY: Featured Story | Regulatory Clarity Won’t Bring an End to Crypto Risk
Even comprehensive crypto legislation won’t stop people from making bad investment decisions, says EY's blockchain leader Paul Brody.
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Oct 28, 2023
MARKETS DAILY: CoinDesk Market Index Week in Review
CoinDesk Indices presents three notable market movement highlights from last week and additional commentary.
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Oct 27, 2023
UNCHAINED | How Much Money Will Flow Into Bitcoin ETFs? Here’s One Projection
Alex Thorn, head of research at Galaxy, sees inflows to spot bitcoin ETFs reaching more than $14 billion in the first year after a potential SEC approval and the price of bitcoin spiking to $47,000. He also sees approval of these products possibly occurring this year.
In a recent report, Alex Thorn, head of research at Galaxy, predicted that inflows to spot bitcoin ETFs would rise above $14 billion in the first year following the potential approval by the Securities and Exchange Commission of multiple applications the agency is considering. Thorn called the availability of this product significant because it will give financial advisors and wealth managers accessibility to digital assets in a way that will be acceptable to clients seeking exposure to crypto. He also believes approval of a spot BTC ETF could occur this year before the holidays and draws comparisons between Bitcoin and gold as investment products.
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Oct 27, 2023
MARKETS DAILY: Crypto Update | Bitcoin's Surge, GDP Insights, and Market Turbulence
Noelle Acheson, the mind behind the Crypto Is Macro Now newsletter, explores crypto performance, US GDP, and the market impact of the ongoing trial….you know the one.
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Bitcoin Surges to All-Time Highs in Turkey and Nigeria
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Oct 27, 2023
SBF TRIAL Podcast 10/27: Sam Bankman-Fried Takes the Stand, In Front Of The Jury
Sam Bankman-Fried's first day of testimony in his criminal trial began confidently but quickly turned into a series of evasive and indirect responses under cross-examination, raising doubts about his control over his own narrative and the case's outcome. Assistant U.S. Attorney Danielle Sassoon skillfully challenged Bankman-Fried, leading to moments of confusion and rebukes from the judge, highlighting the complexity of his defense.
Link to story: Sam Bankman-Fried's Jurors Were Sent Home for the Day, but His Debut on the Stand Was Significant Anyway
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Oct 26, 2023
THE PROTOCOL: Deciphering New Developments | Polygon’s Evolution and Ethereum’s Safeguard
Insights into Polygon's transition to version 2.0 and the debut of the "POL" token. Also, a shift towards decentralization and governance is a significant stride in bolstering trust and credibility among the broader blockchain community.
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* A cybersecurity hacker earns a living by safely testing Ethereum's security – benefiting the network's integrity.
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Oct 26, 2023
SBF TRIAL Podcast 10/26: Sam Bankman-Fried Will Testify In His Own Criminal Trial Today
Sam Bankman-Fried is expected to testify in his criminal trial today, but his prior statements in media interviews contradict the testimony given by other witnesses under oath. It remains uncertain how he will explain his role in the alleged misconduct, and the trial will likely hinge on his testimony.
Link to story: Sam Bankman-Fried May Testify to Role of Lawyers, 'Good Faith' Efforts, Filing Says
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Oct 26, 2023
MARKETS DAILY: Crypto Update | What On-Chain Metrics Can and Can’t Tell Us
Noelle Acheson, the mind behind the Crypto Is Macro Now newsletter, explores a crypto market twist, U.S. GDP reports, on-chain data and more.
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Oct 26, 2023
CARPE CONSENSUS: ‘Up’tober Provides
In a break from the Sam Bankman-Fried trial coverage, “Carpe Consensus” hosts Ben Schiller and Danny Nelson chat about bitcoin ETFs and the state of crypto policy.
On “Carpe Consensus,” hosts Ben Schiller and Danny Nelson center the episode on, arguably, the crypto news event of the year: the trial of Sam Bankman-Fried.
* [0:46] Inside the Desk: October is historically a good month for bitcoin, and this year is no different. But, there’s some additional factors pushing the price, including the potential for a spot bitcoin ETF approval in coming months.
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Oct 25, 2023
MONEY REIMAGINED: Crypto Regulations and International Challenges Explored at CoinDesk's State of Crypto Event in DC
Commissioner Summer Mersinger delivers a candid perspective on cryptocurrency regulation at CoinDesk's State of Crypto event in Washington, DC.
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In this special live episode of "Money Reimagined," hosts Michael Casey and Sheila Warren engage with Commissioner, Summer Mersinger from the CFTC, discussing the evolving landscape of cryptocurrency regulation in the United States. The conversation dives into the legislative vacuum, enforcement actions, and the need for rulemaking to navigate this complex space. Commissioner Mersinger also emphasizes the importance of engaging with regulatory bodies and abiding by the rules as the crypto industry evolves on a global scale, shedding light on the challenges and opportunities ahead.
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Oct 25, 2023
MARKETS DAILY: Crypto Update | Bitcoin Dominance at Its Highest Since Spring 2021
Noelle Acheson, the mind behind the Crypto Is Macro Now newsletter, explores bitcoin dominance, stablecoins, payments and more.
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Mastercard Plans Web3 Collaborations With Self-Custody Wallet Firms
North America Leads World in Crypto Usage Despite Ongoing Regulatory Questions, While Stablecoin Activity Shifts Away from US Services
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Oct 25, 2023
SBF TRIAL Podcast 10/25: Sam Bankman-Fried's Defense May Depend on Character and Fact Witnesses
It appears Sam Bankman-Fried's defense strategy will likely center around his own testimony as the key witness in the trial, with a recent court filing suggesting at least six witnesses for the defense. It's likely that some of these witnesses may be character witnesses attesting to the defendant's moral character and conduct.
Link to story: Sam Bankman-Fried Defense Has 6 Witnesses to Open With: DOJ
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Oct 25, 2023
UNCHAINED: Why a Spot Bitcoin ETF Will Probably Launch No Later Than January 10
The SEC decided not to appeal its court loss against Grayscale, which means GBTC’s conversion to a spot BTC ETF is likely on its way. Also, multiple spot Bitcoin ETF applications appear to be inching closer to approval.
James Seyffart, market analyst at Bloomberg Intelligence, and Matt Hougan, chief investment officer at Bitwise Asset Management, feel quite certain a spot Bitcoin ETF will launch in the next few months.
First, the SEC decided not to appeal a court’s rejection of Grayscale’s application to convert its Bitcoin trust to a spot ETF. Second, there’s been a change in the way the SEC has been treating the many other spot Bitcoin ETF applications—requesting minuscule tweaks in disclosure language. And even though other legal hiccups are occurring—the NY Attorney General’s lawsuit against Grayscale parent company, DCG, the SEC’s potentially renewed vigor in the Ripple case, and Cointelegraph’s incorrect tweet about a bitcoin ETF—the SEC needs a PR win rig…
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Oct 24, 2023
SBF TRIAL PODCAST 10/24: Will Sam Bankman-Fried Take the Stand this week?
Sam Bankman-Fried's defense team has announced that they will have a single expert witness, Joseph Pimbley of PF2 Securities. Pimbley's testimony will focus on addressing the financial issues related to FTX's dealings with Alameda and their actual balances, potentially raising questions about Bankman-Fried's alleged culpability, but it remains uncertain whether it can overshadow the emotional impact of testimony from the defendant's close associates admitting involvement in purported crimes.
Link to story: Sam Bankman-Fried Proposes Financial Expert as Witness to Rebut DOJ Testimony
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Oct 24, 2023
MARKETS DAILY: Crypto Update | Why Bitcoin Is on the Rise, Briefly Breaking $35K
Noelle Acheson, the mind behind the Crypto Is Macro Now newsletter, explores bitcoin moves, U.S. GDP, crypto fund flows, privacy and more.
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Nym Technologies Attracts $300M in Crypto Fund Commitments for Privacy Infrastructure
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Oct 23, 2023
GEN C: Decentralizing Museums With Tom McLeod of Arkive
In this episode of “Gen C,” Tom McLeod, co-founder of Arkive, discusses the company’s goal of making art more accessible through decentralization and community.
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Tom McLeod, co-founder of Arkive, joins Gen C to discuss his background shifting from music and tech to arts and culture and how his company, Arkive is democratizing art collecting and patronage. Tune in to learn about Tom’s takes on emerging tech, collective ownership and disrupting the traditional museum model.
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Oct 23, 2023
SBF TRIAL PODCAST 10/23: What it’s Really Like Inside the Courtroom
With the trial's recess until this Thursday, let's take a closer look at the courtroom's unique ambiance and explore the noteworthy distinctions between the primary courtroom and the overflow area.
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Oct 23, 2023
MARKETS DAILY: Crypto Update | Crypto-Friendly Rep. Tom Emmer Throws Hat in Ring for U.S. House Speaker Role
Noelle Acheson, the mind behind the Crypto Is Macro Now newsletter, explores safe havens, politics and crypto prices climbing despite rising U.S. yields.
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Lawmaker Tom Emmer Throws Hat in Ring for House Speaker Role
Crypto-Friendly Congressman McHenry Temporarily Takes Over U.S. House
Bitcoin: A Peer-to-Peer Electronic Cash System (McHenry upload)
Pro-Bitcoin Candidate Javier Milei Snags Primary Presidential Elections in Argentina
Massa Gains Upper Hand on Milei as Argentina Heads to Runoff - Bloomberg
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Oct 22, 2023
MARKETS DAILY: Featured Story | The Stablecoin Bill Is a Vital Upgrade for U.S. Financial Plumbing
The Clarity for Payment Stablecoins bill is sensible legislation for technology that could help millions of people, says Circle’s Heath Tarbert, the former chair of the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission.
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Oct 21, 2023
MARKETS DAILY: CoinDesk Market Index Week in Review
CoinDesk Indices presents six notable market movement highlights from last week.
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Oct 20, 2023
UNCHAINED: Another Bad Week for Sam Bankman-Fried in His Criminal Trial
Sam Bankman-Fried is facing an even more difficult task in proving his innocence after this week’s compelling testimony by the last member of his inner circle.
Sam Enzer, a partner at the law firm Cahill Gordon & Reindel, told Laura that compelling evidence from Sam Bankman-Fried’s inner circle had increased the difficulty for the fallen FTX CEO to convince a jury of his innocence. Former FTX head engineer Nishad Singh said that he became suicidal after understanding the full magnitude of FTX’s misuse of customer funds, while ex-chief legal counsel Can Sun helped show how SBF allegedly lied to lawyers.
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Oct 20, 2023
SBF TRIAL PODCAST 10/20: Our Favorite Quotes From Inside The Sam Bankman-Fried Courtroom
The trial is on break until Thursday (10/26), so the CoinDesk SBF Trial Team compiled their favorite quotes from throughout the trial thus far.
Link to story: 'Absolutely Not': FTX's Former General Counsel Says He Never Approved Loans of Customer Funds
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Oct 20, 2023
MARKETS DAILY: Crypto Update | Why Is So Much Attention on Bitcoin These Days?
Noelle Acheson, the mind behind the Crypto Is Macro Now newsletter, explores crypto prices, U.S. government debt and answers listener questions.
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Spot Bitcoin ETF Excitement Hits Main Street, Google Search Indicates
SEC Drops Charges Against Ripple CEO Garlinghouse, Chairman Larsen
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Oct 20, 2023
Welcome to the Protocol Podcast - Trailer
The Protocol podcast dives into blockchain, cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin and Ethereum, and the evolving layers of blockchain technology. CoinDesk journalists Brad Keoun, Sam Kessler, and Margaux Nijkerk provide updates and clear explanations of the industry's intricacies, making it accessible to all interested in this dynamic field.
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Oct 19, 2023
THE PROTOCOL: Exploring Scroll's Layer 2 Solution, Ethereum Staking, and Stellar's Smart Contract Evolution
The competition among DeFi networks is fierce, with Scroll currently holding the 23rd spot in the rankings. Meanwhile, the Ethereum validator queue has seen a significant reduction in wait times for staking and rewards, and an 'OG of Blockchains' has recently accomplished a nine-year-old project.
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In this installment of "The Protocol," be part of our discussion with hosts Brad Keoun, the founding editor of The Protocol Newsletter, and tech journalists Sam Kessler and Margaux Nijkerk. Together, they explore the continuously evolving landscape of blockchain technology, with a particular focus on what makes Scroll stand out, the diminishing demand for staking on Ethereum, and, in our PROTOCOL VILLAGE SEGMENT, Stellar's integration of smart contracts.
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Oct 19, 2023
SBF TRIAL PODCAST 10/19: Listen How Judge Kaplan's Anger Hits All Lawyers in the Sam Bankman-Fried Case
The trial entered a painfully slow phase as the prosecution examined poorly prepared witnesses that delivered lackluster performances, eliciting frustration from Judge Lewis Kaplan.
Link to story: ‘Oh, Yes’: Accounting Prof Says Sam Bankman-Fried’s FTX Definitely Mishandled Customers' Money
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Oct 19, 2023
MARKETS DAILY: Crypto Update | What You Need to Know About the U.S. Housing Market
Noelle Acheson, the mind behind the Crypto Is Macro Now newsletter, explores bitcoin support, U.S. housing, the cost of bad crypto policy and more.
Today's episode is sponsored by CME Group.
Today’s Stories:
U.S. Treasury Targets Gaza Crypto Business in Sanctions to Squeeze Hamas
Hamas-Linked Crypto Accounts Frozen by Israeli Police, With Binance's Help: Report
U.S. Sen. Warren Leads Lawmakers to Push Administration on Crypto-Backed Terrorism
Correcting the Record: Inaccurate Methodologies for Estimating Cryptocurrency's Role in Terrorism Financing
Top U.S. Bank Regulator Faulted for Lack of Crypto Guidance to Banks
U.S. Crypto Regulatory Fog Keeps Standard Chartered Rooted in UAE, Asia
State of Crypto Week 2023
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Oct 19, 2023
CARPE CONSENSUS: Can the Mainstream Separate SBF From the Rest of Crypto?
CoinDesk reports from the courthouse on week three of Sam Bankman-Fried’s trial.
On “Carpe Consensus,” hosts Ben Schiller and Danny Nelson center the episode on, arguably, the crypto news event of the year: the trial of Sam Bankman-Fried.
* [0:46] Inside the Desk: Danny recounts what it's been like attending the trial.
* [16:22] Danny records outside the courthouse (and inside a bar, pardon the noise) alongside Nik De.
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Oct 18, 2023
SBF TRIAL PODCAST 10/18: Why Sam Bankman-Fried's lead attorney Mark Cohen is Struggling to Piece Together the Defense’s Narrative
Sam Bankman-Fried's defense strategy in his trial is coming into focus as his legal team seeks to reframe the narrative around his actions at FTX. The defense aims to raise reasonable doubt by challenging key witnesses' testimonies and sowing doubt in their credibility, but faces hurdles in piecing together a cohesive story as the prosecution's case remains strong.
Link to story: SBF Trial: For Once, Bankman-Fried's Lawyer Lands a Punch
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Oct 18, 2023
MARKETS DAILY: Crypto Update | U.S. Yields Soar and Binance.US Suspends Direct Dollar Withdrawals
Noelle Acheson, the mind behind the Crypto Is Macro Now newsletter, explores U.S. yields, Chinese growth, Binance.US and more.
Today's episode is sponsored by CME Group.
Today’s Stories:
Binance.US Halts Direct Dollar Withdrawals
Trading Bitcoin on Binance Got Tougher During the ETF Rumor Frenzy: Kaiko
Bitcoin Nears $29K as Fidelity ETF Amendment Bumps Bullish Sentiment
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Oct 18, 2023
UNCHAINED: Why These Lawyers Say It's Over for SBF--But His Only Hail Mary Is to Testify
Attorneys Samson Enzer and Greg Strong say Caroline Ellison’s testimony against Sam Bankman-Fried was damning. They agree one thing could turn it around: SBF’s own testimony. However, that runs the risk of increasing his sentence.
Samson Enzer, partner at Cahill Gordon & Reindel, and Greg Strong, partner at DLX Law, dissect the second week of the criminal trial of Sam Bankman-Fried. At this point, the prosecution’s star witness, former Alameda Research CEO Caroline Ellison, has testified, as well as another prominent insider, co-founder Gary Wang. But both Enzer and Strong believe that it’s already over for the defense, but agree that the only thing that could turn it around is testimony from SBF himself—but that runs the risk of the defendant significantly increasing his sentence.
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Oct 17, 2023
SBF TRIAL PODCAST 10/17: Why FTX Executive Nishad Singh Felt ‘Suicidal’ in Crypto Exchange’s Final Days
Nishad Singh, the former head of engineering at FTX, testified that a September 2022 meeting with Sam Bankman-Fried, the founder of FTX, revealed the extent of Alameda's use of FTX user deposits, leaving a substantial hole in the balance sheets of both companies and prompting Singh's feeling of betrayal. Singh's testimony provided strong evidence to prosecutors that Bankman-Fried played a pivotal role in FTX's alleged crimes, emphasizing Singh's role as both a co-conspirator and a victim in the unfolding saga.
Link to story: Former Top FTX Executive Testifies He Knew $8B of Customer Money Was Missing
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Oct 17, 2023
MARKETS DAILY: Crypto Update | Why a Spot Bitcoin ETF Would Help the Crypto Market
Noelle Acheson, the mind behind the Crypto Is Macro Now newsletter, explores the U.S. consumer, bitcoin ETFs and more.
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Oct 16, 2023
GEN C: Restaurants, Loyalty and Getting $FLY With Ben Leventhal, Founder and CEO of Blackbird Labs
Nobody understands restaurants like Ben Leventhal. From starting Eater and Resy to his new venture, Blackbird, Ben discusses bringing restaurants on-chain and building loyalty.
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In this episode of the podcast, Avery and Sam chop it up with Ben Leventhal from Blackbird Labs. Ben has been a successful entrepreneur having started Eater, acquired by Vox, and Resy, acquired by Amex, and is now using NFTs and loyalty rewards on-chain to connect restaurants with their best customers with his new venture, Blackbird Labs.
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Oct 16, 2023
MARKETS DAILY: Crypto Update | Bitcoin Spikes on False BlackRock Spot Bitcoin ETF Approval Rumor
Noelle Acheson, the mind behind the Crypto Is Macro Now newsletter, explores consumer expectations, spot bitcoin ETFs, signals from Asia, Ethereum fees and more.
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Bitcoin Spot ETFs Approval Partially Priced In, Coinbase Says
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Oct 16, 2023
SBF TRIAL PODCAST 10/16: As Week 3 Begins, What Did FTX’s Terms of Service Say About Customer Funds?
As the trial progresses into its second phase, defense attorney Mark Cohen's cross-examination of witnesses like BlockFi CEO Zac Prince has so far failed to substantially undermine the prosecution's case against Sam Bankman-Fried. The defense continues to argue that FTX's terms of service, specifically regarding customer funds and obligations, may not support the misappropriation claims, but the prosecution maintains that misappropriation occurred when Bankman-Fried breached a fiduciary duty and made material misrepresentations, suggesting that the defense's argument may not fully address the allegations.
Link to story: Crypto Lender BlockFi Believed Alameda Was Solvent Given Balance Sheet It Was Shown, CEO Testifies
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Oct 15, 2023
MARKETS DAILY: Featured Story | Crypto Should Ghost the SBF Trial
It’s a distraction for the industry when the focus should be on passing enabling legislation, says Katherine Snow, head of legal at Messari.
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Oct 14, 2023
MONEY REIMAGINED: Current Affairs | Analyzing Israel-Gaza Conflicts, Crypto's Dual Nature, and the Intriguing World of Crypto Celebrities
A breakdown into the most pressing global issues, shedding light on everything from international conflicts and crypto's implications to the dynamics of celebrity culture and the moral responsibility of our digital age.
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In this episode of "Money Reimagined" Michael Casey and Sheila Warren offer an inspection of the pressing issues of our time, from the ongoing turmoil in Israel and the controversial nexus of crypto in terrorism to the alluring realm of crypto celebrity culture, offering their perspectives and expressing their frustration with those who choose to ignore these pressing issues. They discuss the role of crypto in terrorism and how the industry is responding. Warren passionately advocates for diverting funds away from terrorists and emphasizes the need for the crypto industry to unite against illicit activities. The discussion shifts its focus to privacy and surveillance concerns, prompted by a recent hacking incident, and delves into…
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Oct 14, 2023
MARKETS DAILY: CoinDesk Market Index Week in Review
CoinDesk Indices presents six notable market movement highlights from last week.
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Oct 13, 2023
UNCHAINED: How Heated Sidebars During the SBF Trial Could Impact the Jury’s Decision
Ari Redbord, Global Head of Policy at TRM Labs, discusses why Caroline Ellison’s testimony has been the most critical in the case so far, why sidebars in the courtroom can get heated, and whether SBF might testify as a final Hail Mary for the defense.
The second week of Sam Bankman-Fried’s criminal trial is underway, bringing emotional testimony from SBF’s ex-girlfriend and former Alameda CEO Caroline Ellison, along with some surprising stories about alleged bribes to Chinese officials and discussion about reaching out to the Saudi Crown Prince for help. Ari Redbord, Global Head of Policy at TRM Labs, discusses why the question of who was actually in charge is so critical to the case, the defense’s strategy to discredit Caroline Ellison, and why sidebars in the courtroom can get so heated.
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Oct 13, 2023
SBF TRIAL PODCAST 10/13: Listen to the Things SBF's Defense Lawyers Should Be Freaking Out About and Caroline Ellison Completes Testimony
During the cross-examination of Caroline Ellison, the lead attorney, Mark Cohen, failed to establish his expected point that Ellison may have been more responsible for the collapse of FTX than his client, Sam Bankman-Fried. Cohen's questioning also did not significantly undermine Ellison's credibility, and he missed opportunities to delve into certain aspects of the case, ultimately leaving the defense's strategy unclear and raising questions about their ability to challenge the prosecution's narrative of Bankman-Fried's actions in taking funds from customers and investors.
Link to story: SBF Trial: Defense Counsel's Cross-Examination of Star Prosecution Witness Meandered
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Oct 13, 2023
MARKETS DAILY: Crypto Update | Why Macro Markets Might Be Overreacting to Inflation Data
Noelle Acheson, the mind behind the Crypto Is Macro Now newsletter, explores market reactions, fast bitcoin payments, Ethereum yield and more.
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Coinbase CEO Confirms Exchange Will Support Lightning, Which Dramatically Speeds Up Bitcoin Payments
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Oct 12, 2023
THE PROTOCOL: Exploring Crypto's Role in Times of Conflict | Israel's Crypto Scene, Smart Contracts Under BitVM, and More
Covering the influence of conflict on Israel's crypto sector, the evolution of smart contracts on Bitcoin, and a comprehensive examination of the ethical, technical, and legal intricacies that define the crypto landscape, notably in the aftermath of the FTX collapse as witnessed in Sam Bankman-Fried's trial in New York City.
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In this episode of "The Protocol," join our hosts, Brad Keoun, the founding editor of The Protocol Newsletter, along with tech journalists Sam Kessler and Margaux Nijkerk, as they delve into the ever-evolving realm of blockchain technology. Amidst the Israel-Hamas conflict, they delve into the dynamic interplay between innovation and adversity. Additionally, they explore the contentious World Coin project, which employs iris scanning for biometric authentication, shedding light on the convergence of AI and blockchain technology. Sam Kessler provides insights from the Manhatta…
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Oct 12, 2023
SBF TRIAL PODCAST 10/12: Caroline Ellison Testimony Day 3
Caroline Ellison continues her testimony, stating that Sam's ethical compass revolved around maximizing utility for the greater good, rather than adhering to traditional moral principles. She disclosed how this philosophy led to bending and breaking rules, including fraudulent practices, which ultimately contributed to the downfall of Alameda and FTX, affecting lenders, investors, and customers, while also highlighting the personal toll and emotional impact of these actions.
Link to story: Chinese Bribes, Thai Prostitutes and an End to the Lies: Caroline Ellison’s Explosive Second Day of Testimony Against Sam Bankman-Fried
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Oct 12, 2023
GEN C: Sponsored Episode | Regulation and Crypto’s Brand Problem With Jason Somensatto, Head of North America Public Policy, Chainalysis
Jason Somensatto, who leads North America public policy for Chainalysis, discusses regulation, global perspectives and how brands should approach crypto.
In this sponsored bonus episode of the podcast, Sam sits down with Chainalysis’ Jason Somensatto to discuss how the current regulatory landscape can be challenging for those looking to build, including in the Global South. We also discuss Jason’s ‘Best Customers vs. Bad Actors’ framework when it comes to risk and data.
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Oct 12, 2023
MARKETS DAILY: Crypto Update | Crypto Markets Slump and a Potential Bitcoin Innovation
Noelle Acheson, the mind behind the Crypto Is Macro Now newsletter, explores U.S. inflation reports, an intriguing bitcoin innovation called BitVM and more.
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Oct 12, 2023
CARPE CONSENSUS: Caroline Ellison Takes the Stand
The government’s star witness, the former CEO of Alameda Research and once romantic partner of Sam Bankman-Fried, testified this week. CoinDesk reports from the courthouse.
On “Carpe Consensus,” hosts Ben Schiller and Danny Nelson center the episode on, arguably, the crypto news event of the year: the trial of Sam Bankman-Fried.
* [1:09] Inside the Desk: Danny recounts what it's been like attending the trial.
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Oct 11, 2023
SBF TRIAL PODCAST 10/11: Caroline Ellison Testimony Day 2
Caroline Ellison began her testimony by unveiling a complex narrative of her and SBF’s intertwined personal and professional lives, shedding light on alleged fraudulent practices that ultimately led to the collapse of Alameda, FTX, and significant losses for exchange customers and investors.
Link to story: Star Witness Caroline Ellison Says Sam Bankman-Fried Directed Her to Commit Fraud
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Oct 11, 2023
MARKETS DAILY: Crypto Update | The Tone of the Federal Reserve Is Shifting
Noelle Acheson, the mind behind the Crypto Is Macro Now newsletter, explores spot bitcoin ETFs, bitcoin endorsements, inflation and more.
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Bitcoin - Monthly Return
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Oct 11, 2023
MONEY REIMAGINED: Decentralized Storage, AI, and Blockchain Convergence | Shawn Wilkinson’s Insights on Industry Transformation
An optimistic perspective on the fusion of AI and blockchain technologies, with augmented reality as a potential emerging frontier.
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In this episode of "Money Reimagined," Sheila Warren delves into the exciting convergence of blockchain, AI, and digital assets, particularly emphasizing decentralized storage and processing, with Shawn Wilkinson Founder & CSO of Storj.
Wilkinson highlights his journey from founding a distributed cloud storage company, Storj, to developing a distributed GPU platform for AI. The conversation touches on the challenges of crypto adoption and the critical role of token economics in incentivizing engagement in distributed computing and storage projects. Furthermore, Shawn discusses the potential cost savings and security benefits of decentralized systems in AI and cloud computing. Regulatory challenges in the US crypto market are explored, with an emphasis on the importance of building practical, real-world solutions.…
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Oct 11, 2023
UNCHAINED: SBF’s Lawyers Could Be Annoying the Judge | How Might That Impact the Trial?
Sam Enzer, partner at Cahill Gordon & Reindel, and Brian Klein, partner at Waymaker, discuss the strategies that the defense and prosecution appear to be using, and why the testimonies from FTX software developer Adam Yedidia, FTX cofounder Gary Wang, and others to come will be so damaging for the defense.
The first week of the criminal trial of former FTX CEO Sam Bankman-Fried has come to a close, with his former friends and FTX colleagues Adam Yedidia and Gary Wang delivering powerful testimonies that are forming the foundations for the prosecution’s arguments — arguments that the defense may have a difficult time surmounting. Sam Enzer, partner at Cahill Gordon & Reindel, and Brian Klein, partner at Waymaker, discuss Alameda’s special privileges coded into the FTX software, the reason why a scorched FTX customer may have been chosen as the first witness, and why upcoming key witnesses are going to be a “real problem” for the defense.
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Oct 10, 2023
SBF TRIAL PODCAST 10/10: Caroline Ellison Testimony Day 1
Gary Wang asserts that SBF was aware of the $8 billion deficit in Alameda’s balance sheet but continued to publicly deny that there were any issues in FTX’s liquidity or accounting. Caroline Ellison begins her testimony.
Link to story: Bankman-Fried Seeks to Probe Lawyers’ Involvement in $200M ‘Sham’ Alameda Loans
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Oct 10, 2023
MARKETS DAILY: Crypto Update | Israel War Prompts Crypto Aid Funds, Bitcoin Doesn’t Budge to Latest Macro Factors
Noelle Acheson, the mind behind the Crypto Is Macro Now newsletter, explores a shift in interest rate expectations, funds flows, crypto aid and more.
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Oct 9, 2023
SBF TRIAL 10/9 PODCAST: What To Expect From Caroline Ellison’s Testimony Tomorrow
Caroline Ellison, the former CEO of hedge fund Alameda Research and on-and-off girlfriend of Sam Bankman-Fried, is likely to be the next witness to testify on behalf of the government in its trial against the former crypto mogul, following former FTX executive Gary Wang.
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Oct 9, 2023
GEN C: Exercising the Innovation Muscle With Julia Klim, VP Strategic Partnerships, BD at Equinox
Julia Klim of Equinox speaks with Avery and Sam on her role and how the lifestyle brand has been on top of fitness and culture trends for decades.
In this episode of the podcast, Avery and Sam sit down with Julia Klim, VP Strategic Partnerships and BD at Equinox. Julia discusses how Equinox has evolved its brand over the years and has used innovation and creative partnerships to connect with consumers. Julia also discusses the role of Web3, gamification and alternate realities in the fitness and lifestyle journey.
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Oct 9, 2023
MARKETS DAILY: Crypto Update | How Will Markets Handle Continued Turmoil?
Noelle Acheson, the mind behind the Crypto Is Macro Now newsletter, explores market turmoil – what triggered it and where it could go.
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Ethereum Has Become More Centralized Since the Merge and Shanghai Upgrades: JPMorgan
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Oct 8, 2023
MARKETS DAILY: Featured Story | AI is the Key To DeFi Liquidity
Here are three ways artificial intelligence can improve DeFi’s accessibility, security and compliance, bringing more capital into the industry, says Emin Gun-Sirer.
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Oct 7, 2023
MARKETS DAILY: CoinDesk Market Index Week in Review
CoinDesk Indices presents six notable market movement highlights from last week.
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Oct 6, 2023
UNCHAINED: Did Sam Bankman-Fried Have Intent to Defraud FTX Investors?
Joshua Ashley Klayman, Senior Counsel, U.S. Head of FinTech and Head of Blockchain & Digital Assets at Linklaters, discusses the prosecution and defense’s impassioned opening statements and surprising witness testimonies that are piecing together how FTX came crashing down.
The blockbuster trial of Sam Bankman-Fried wrapped up its third day, with multiple witnesses, including former FTX software developer Adam Yedidia, Paradigm cofounder Matt Huang, and FTX cofounder Gary Wang, taking the witness stand. Joshua Ashley Klayman, Senior Counsel, U.S. Head of FinTech and Head of Blockchain & Digital Assets at Linklaters, discusses the main takeaways from the trial so far, the surprising testimonies given by former close associates of SBF, and how the prosecution and defense plan to paint a picture of who SBF is to the jury.
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Oct 6, 2023
MARKETS DAILY: Crypto Update | U.S. Jobs Data Comes in Hot
Noelle Acheson, the mind behind the Crypto Is Macro Now newsletter, explores jobs data, market volatility and more crypto expansion outside the US.
Today's episode is sponsored by CME Group.
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Kraken to acquire Dutch crypto broker BCM in commitment to grow European business
Kraken Pushes Forward on Expansion in Spain, Ireland With Key Regulatory Steps
Binance to Quit Netherlands After Failing to Acquire License
Gemini to Halt Crypto Services in the Netherlands Due to Regulatory Pressure - Here's What You Need to Know
Coinbase Fined $3.6M by Dutch Regulator for Failure to Register
Sending crypto for customers in the Netherlands | Coinbase Help
Dutch Crypto Companies Score Legal Win in Fight Against $2.3M Supervision Bill
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Oct 6, 2023
SBF TRIAL PODCAST: 10/6 Update
The SBF defense struggles as Judge Kaplan loses patience with their repetitive questioning and former FTX executive Gary Wang makes a guilty testimony.
Link to story: Sam Bankman-Fried, Other FTX Execs Committed Financial Crimes, Co-Founder Wang Testifies
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Oct 5, 2023
THE PROTOCOL: Ethereum's Overcrowding & Optimistic Fault Proofs Unveiled
The inaugural episode of CoinDesk's tech-focused podcast examines Bitcoin, Ethereum, and the intricate ecosystem of blockchain "layers" currently under rapid development by software engineers.
This episode is sponsored by the Algorand Foundation.
In this episode of "The Protocol," join our hosts, Brad Keoun, the founding editor of The Protocol newsletter, along with tech journalists Sam Kessler and Margaux Nijkerk, as they delve into the ever-evolving realm of blockchain technology, with a specific emphasis on Ethereum.
In addition to discussing Ethereum's rapidly growing validator numbers and the potential bottlenecks they pose, they delve into the pressing issue of network overcrowding. They also uncover the significance of optimistic fault proofs and how these innovative solutions play a pivotal role in enhancing security and scalability.
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Oct 5, 2023
MARKETS DAILY: Crypto Update | Bitcoin vs. Oil Price Fundamentals
Noelle Acheson, the mind behind the Crypto Is Macro Now newsletter, explores the market reset, crypto funding, the oil price and more.
Today's episode is sponsored by CME Group.
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Crypto Fundraising Hits 3-Year Low as Firms Struggle to Raise Capital: Messari
CMCC Global Raises $100M for Hong Kong-Based Blockchain Companies
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Oct 5, 2023
SBF TRIAL PODCAST: 10/5 Update
The SBF trial has officially kicked off the first round of witness testimony.
Link to story: Sam Bankman-Fried ‘Lied,’ DOJ Tells Jury; Defense Tries to Pin FTX Collapse on Caroline Ellison
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Oct 5, 2023
CARPE CONSENSUS: The Trial of Sam Bankman-Fried Begins
CoinDesk reports from the courthouse.
On “Carpe Consensus,” hosts Ben Schiller and Danny Nelson center the episode on, arguably, the crypto news event of the year: the trial of Sam Bankman-Fried.
* [1:05] Inside the Desk: Nik De, CoinDesk's managing editor for global policy and regulation, breaks down CoinDesk’s approach to covering the trial.
* [10:08] Danny reports from the first two days at the courthouse, alongside Nik De and Sam Kessler.
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Oct 4, 2023
MARKETS DAILY: Crypto Update | Bitcoin Resilience in the Face of Macro Turmoil
Noelle Acheson, the mind behind the Crypto Is Macro Now newsletter, explores the bond market alarm, bitcoin resilience, Ripple, jobs and more.
Today's episode is sponsored by CME Group.
Today’s Stories:
SEC’s Motion to Appeal Loss in Ripple Case Is Denied
Ripple Says Singapore License Formally Approved
Could Sam Bankman-Fried's Saga Happen Without Crypto?
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Oct 4, 2023
SBF TRIAL PODCAST: 10/4 Update
An examination of the jury selection process and what to expect moving forward.
Link to story: No Sam Bankman-Fried Jury Yet; Judge Expects to Cull 50 Prospects Quickly on Wednesday
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Oct 4, 2023
MONEY REIMAGINED: Demystifying Crypto With Bitwise, VanEck, and Fidelity
Wealth professionals gathered at Future Proof 2023 in Huntington Beach, CA, generously offer their invaluable perspectives on the outlook for digital assets.
This episode is sponsored by PayPal
In this edition of "Money Reimagined," Michael Casey moderates a panel at Future Proof, the world’s largest wealth festival, called Demystifying Crypto with Bitwise, VanEck, & Fidelity.
As prominent figures in crypto and fund management, Matt Hougan, Chief Investment Officer at Bitwise Asset Management, Jan Van Eck, CEO of Van Eck Funds, and Jason Ward, Head of the Blockchain Incubator, Fidelity’s Center for Applied Technology, share insights into their respective roles within the crypto industry. They delve into topics such as tokenization, blockchain's transformative potential in finance, and engage in conversations about crypto regulation, correlation, and the prospective introduction of real-time settlement solutions in the global financial landscape.
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Oct 4, 2023
UNCHAINED: SBF Trial | How Sam Bankman-Fried’s Lawyers Might Try to Win His Case
Kayvan Sadeghi, partner at Jenner & Block, and Sam Enzer, partner at Cahill Gordon & Reindel, discuss how Sam Bankman-Fried’s trial might play out and what arguments the defense and prosecution might try to use to win the jury’s favor.
The high-stakes trial of Sam Bankman-Fried began on October 3, and the FTX founder and former CEO will have to answer for his role in the cryptocurrency exchange’s downfall, which led to billions in losses. Both the prosecution and defense are currently preparing for what is set to be a significant milestone for the crypto industry. Kayvan Sadeghi, partner at Jenner & Block, and Sam Enzer, partner at Cahill Gordon & Reindel, discuss the differences between a civil and criminal trial, what the jury selection process might look like, and what arguments the prosecution and defense might use to support their cases.
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Oct 3, 2023
MARKETS DAILY: Crypto Update | Surge in US Job Openings Sparks Economic Jitters and Market Reactions
Noelle Acheson, the mind behind the Crypto Is Macro Now newsletter, explores the US labor market recording a remarkable 9.6 million in job openings, the Ether Fund launch day, Hong Kong and more.
Today's episode is sponsored by CME Group.
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In a moment we’ll discuss just how disappointing the ether fund launch day really was.
Eastern Asia: Do Recent Hong Kong Developments Signal More to Come for China and Region at Large?
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Ether Futures ETFs See Low Volume in First-Day Trading
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Oct 3, 2023
SBF TRIAL PODCAST: 10/3 Update
Will SBF take the stand during his own trial or has he already said too much publicly?
Link to story: The Collapse of FTX, in Sam’s Own Words
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Oct 2, 2023
GENC: Three-Part Strategies for Growing International Brands with with Jess Chin, CMO of The Algorand Foundation
Jess Chin shares lessons learned from her time at Nike, Apple ad Meta and how she’s now applying big brand thinking in her role as the Chief Marketing Officer at The Algorand Foundation.
In this episode of the podcast, Avery and Sam sit down with Jess Chin, CMO of Algorand Foundation. Jess shares her experiences working at major brands like Apple, Nike, and Meta/WhatsApp before making the jump into the blockchain space at Algorand. She discusses lessons learned from working at these iconic brands, including the importance of being obsessed with product market fit, understanding the consumer and developing products that solve real needs.
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Why Ducati is confident in Web3, despite the cold of crypto winter
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Oct 2, 2023
MARKETS DAILY: Crypto Update | Ether ETFs, Validator Growth, and Uptober's Strong Start
Noelle Acheson, the mind behind the Crypto Is Macro Now newsletter, delves into ether ETFs, Ethereum staking, macro moves, and more.
Today's episode is sponsored by CME Group.
Today’s Stories:
Evergrande: China Comes Under Growing Pressure to Fix the Country’s Housing Market - WSJ
Grayscale Moves to Convert Its Ethereum Trust to a Spot ETH ETF
The Most Pressing Issue on Ethereum is Validator Size Growth
Staking Week 2023
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Oct 2, 2023
SBF TRIAL PODCAST: 10/2 Update
The SBF trial officially begins tomorrow. Also, $26 million worth of crypto that was "stolen" from FTX is on the move.
Link to story: Millions in Ether Tied to FTX 'Hacker' on The Move
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Oct 1, 2023
MARKETS DAILY: Featured Story | Vote if You Want, but Remember ‘Cypherpunks Write Code’
Presidential hopeful Vivek Ramaswamy's unfinished crypto mandate shows the hollowness of crypto as a political concern.
Today's episode is sponsored by CME Group.
Today’s featured story is by Daniel Kuhn, titled: Vote if You Want, but Remember ‘Cypherpunks Write Code’?
Vote if You Want, but Remember 'Cypherpunks Write Code'
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Sep 30, 2023
MARKETS DAILY: CoinDesk Market Index Week in Review
CoinDesk Indices presents six notable market movement highlights from last week.
Today's episode is sponsored by Kraken Pro.
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Sep 29, 2023
MARKETS DAILY: Crypto Update | Ether Futures ETFs Emerge as SEC Extends Bitcoin ETF Decision Window
Noelle Acheson, the mind behind the Crypto Is Macro Now newsletter, delves into the SEC's crypto ETF delay, paving the way for a surge in ether futures ETFs, reshaping the crypto investment landscape.
Today's episode is sponsored by Kraken Pro.
Today’s Stories:
Valkyrie Gets Approval to Start Buying ETH Futures For its Existing Bitcoin ETF
Major TradFi Player VanEck Readies Ethereum Futures ETF
Valkyrie Backs Off Ether Futures Purchases Until SEC ETF Approval Officially Effective
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Sep 29, 2023
UNCHAINED: Here’s How Sam Bankman-Fried’s High-Stakes Trial Could Play Out
Nik De, CoinDesk's managing editor for global policy and regulation, discusses the importance of jury selection in the trial and how many years Sam Bankman-Fried may face if found guilty.
The trial of Sam Bankman-Fried, the founder and former CEO of bankrupt cryptocurrency exchange FTX, is set to begin on October 3. The 31-year-old is accused of committing wire fraud and conspiracy to commit other types of fraud, in relation to the dramatic collapse of his crypto empire last year, which led to billions in losses. Nik De, CoinDesk's managing editor for global policy and regulation, discusses the importance of jury selection, the potential testimony of key witnesses, and how many years Bankman-Fried may face if he is found guilty.
Show highlights:
* Why SBF's lawyers keep requesting the FTX founder be released
* Why the jury selection is so important and how long it could take
* Why the DOJ opposed the proposed questions for the jury
* Why the Judge agreed with the DOJ in bl…
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Sep 29, 2023
SBF TRIAL PODCAST: 09/29 Update
A glimpse into SBF’s mental health struggles and an update on his third request to be released from jail for the trial.
Link to story: Sam Bankman-Fried Almost Tweeted About His Depression, Drafts Show
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Sep 29, 2023
SBF TRIAL: Inside Sam Bankman-Fried's Trial Defense Episode 4
FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried is a lot of things — but he’s not Bernie Madoff.
It's an important distinction, and one that will have to land with the jury at trial if SBF's legal team is going to have a chance at defending against the seven charges he's facing.
The good news: Even Bernie Madoff's former prosecutor, Marc Litt, knows this case isn't a repeat of the multibillion-dollar fraud perpetrated by America's most infamous fraudster.
The bad news: Fraud is still fraud.
"The case isn't about cryptocurrency — it's about, again, representations made and not kept. It's about taking money from one pocket and using it for purposes of another company in another pocket without the investor knowing that, and with taking efforts to conceal that. That's not hard for a jury to understand," Litt said.
In the fourth episode of our investigation into the SBF’s upcoming trial defense, we dig into how Sam Bankman-Fried could walk free.
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Sep 28, 2023
MARKETS DAILY: Crypto Update | SEC Chair Faces Harsh Questions as Ether Spot ETF Proposals Hit Delays
Noelle Acheson, author of the Crypto Is Macro Now newsletter, explores the recent House Financial Services Committee hearing where SEC Chair Gary Gensler's struggle to define securities was brought to the forefront, accompanied by committee members highlighting SEC communication inconsistencies and a lack of cooperation, all against the backdrop of ETFs' prominent role.
Today's episode is sponsored by Kraken Pro.
Today’s Stories:
Bitcoin - Monthly Return
US small-cap stocks wilt in the heat of higher interest rates | Financial Times
https://twitter.com/EricBalchunas/status/1707203091785732272?s=20
SEC Begins Consideration of Franklin, Hashdex Crypto ETFs, Delays Decision on VanEck, ARK Ether ETFs
SEC’s Gensler Throws More Crypto Punches in Congressional Hearing
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Sep 28, 2023
SBF TRIAL PODCAST: 09/28 Update
SBF receives some good news. Judge Kaplan has granted him permission to use a computer for taking notes and will allow him to wear a suit during the trial.
Link to story: Sam Bankman-Fried Can Use an 'Air-Gapped' Laptop in Court, Judge Rules
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Sep 28, 2023
SBF TRIAL: Inside Sam Bankman-Fried's Trial Defense Episode 3
If SBF is found guilty, what should become of Binance’s CZ?
FTX’s collapse was in some ways triggered by Sam Bankman-Fried’s biggest rival.
Just days after CoinDesk published a report highlighting FTX’s shaky financials, Binance CEO Changpeng Zhao (CZ) tweeted that he would be selling his $2.1 billion stake in FTX and dumping his treasure trove of FTX’s proprietary tokens. CZ may have been waiting years for the perfect moment to make his move.
But as we’ve covered in Episodes 1 & 2, SBF isn’t charged with FTX’s collapse – he’s charged with actions he took leading up to FTX’s collapse. So, as the Department of Justice takes a second look at CZ’s own actions in running his exchange, what should we make of similar allegations? Commingling of funds, encrypted communication, manipulated trading volume, too much centralized power, shadow companies and worse.
The government has been reluctant to charge CZ criminally, out of fear that doing so could spark a bank…
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Sep 27, 2023
SBF TRIAL PODCAST: 09/27 Update
Judge Kaplan addresses outstanding pre-trial issues, while SBF’s defense makes another attempt to get him out of jail for the duration of the trial.
Link to story: Sam Bankman-Fried Can Ask DOJ Witnesses About Drug Use
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Sep 27, 2023
MARKETS DAILY: Crypto Update | Bitcoin ETFs in Limbo, Regulatory Moves, and Global Crypto Growth
Noelle Acheson, the insightful author of the Crypto Is Macro Now newsletter, delves into the world of Bitcoin ETFs and the recent SEC delays, along with congressional pressure to advance ETF applications. Plus, explore how crypto platforms are expanding in Europe amid regulatory uncertainty.
Today's episode is sponsored by Kraken Pro.
Today’s Stories:
Japan to compile economic package to ease inflation pain | Reuters
PBOC to beef up support for recovery amid complex external forces - Chinadaily.com.cn
Cushing oil hub's low levels spur quality, operational, price worries | Reuters
SEC Extends Ark, Global X ETF Deadlines as Government Shutdown Looms
U.S. House Lawmakers Push SEC’s Gensler to Approve Spot Bitcoin ETF ‘Immediately’
Hearing Entitled: Oversight of the Securities and Exchange Commission | Financial Services Committee
https://x.com/Matt_Hougan/status/1706299462765982110?s=20
The Government Shutting Down Isn't Great for Crypto
Coinbase Successfully Registers…
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Sep 27, 2023
MONEY REIMAGINED: Breaking Down Barriers to Crypto Adoption | Insights from Jan Van Eck and Matt Hougan
A candid conversation with valuable perspectives on the dynamic world of crypto assets and how they have the capacity to transform conventional investment approaches.
In this edition of "Money Reimagined," Michael Casey presents excerpts from an interview conducted earlier this month with two prominent figures in fund management, both deeply involved in the world of cryptocurrency: Jan Van Eck, CEO of Van Eck Funds, and Matt Hougan, Chief Investment Officer at Bitwise Asset Management.
Van Eck and Hougan illuminate the hurdles in the path of crypto adoption, tackling essential topics like regulatory uncertainties and the necessity for a more comprehensive grasp of digital assets.
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Sep 27, 2023
UNCHAINED: Why All 10,000 OnChainMonkey NFTs Will Move From Ethereum to Bitcoin
Danny Yang and Bill Tai, cofounders of Metagood and creators of OnChainMonkey, discuss why they will migrate their 10K NFT collection from Ethereum to Bitcoin and what might be in store for Ordinals.
Bitcoin Ordinals have exploded in popularity since their launch by developer Casey Rodarmor in January, changing the NFT game with millions of inscriptions to date. But what comes next for Bitcoin-based digital artifacts? Danny Yang and Bill Tai, cofounders of Metagood and creators of NFT collection OnChainMonkey, discuss why they will move OnChainMonkey from Ethereum to Bitcoin, Rodarmor’s proposal to change the Ordinals inscription numbering system, and why they believe more creators should consider moving to Bitcoin.
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* What is give-to-earn and how…
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Sep 27, 2023
SBF TRIAL: Inside Sam Bankman-Fried's Trial Defense Episode 2
In the first episode of Coinage’s investigation into SBF’s upcoming defense, we looked at SBF's right-hand woman: Caroline Ellison. She is one of three FTX executives who have pleaded guilty, along with Gary Wang and Nishad Singh. This episode explores SBF’s claim that a fourth conspirator played an even larger role in FTX’s collapse: FTX’s legal partners at major law firms Fenwick & West and Sullivan & Cromwell.
It’s a lofty claim, and no doubt one that will be heavily scrutinized from all sides in the courtroom, but it’s also not without support – even from 18 state regulators and a bipartisan group of senators, who wrote, “given their long standing legal work for FTX, they may well bear a measure of responsibility for the damage wrecked on the company’s victims.”
Sullivan & Cromwell is now leading FTX’s bankruptcy process and is set to rake in nearly $800 million in legal fees over the next two years. SBF claims that money is being drained from custom…
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Sep 26, 2023
SBF TRIAL PODCAST: 09/26 Update
Life behind bars in Brooklyn's Metropolitan Detention Center, a closer look at SBF’s living conditions leading up to the trial.
Link to story: Sam Bankman-Fried Refiles for Temporary Release Ahead of Trial
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Sep 26, 2023
MARKETS DAILY: Crypto Unplugged | Analyzing Market Headwinds and Tailwinds
Join Noelle Acheson in a deep dive into the intricate dance of opposing crypto market factors and their impact on the digital asset landscape.
Today's episode is sponsored by Kraken Pro.
In this episode, Host Noelle Acheson, CoinDesk collaborator and author of the Crypto is Macro Now newsletter on Substack, dissects the crypto market's positive and negative narratives, exploring how they impact investor interest. From potential bitcoin ETF approval to Ethereum upgrades, she unveils the forces shaping the digital asset landscape.
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Sep 26, 2023
SBF TRIAL: Inside Sam Bankman-Fried's Trial Defense Episode 1
Just days before Sam Bankman-Fried landed in a Brooklyn prison for breaking his bail agreement, he agreed to answer questions from the Coinage community. It would become his last interview before he was admitted to Metropolitan Detention Center. Surprisingly, he provided about 50 pages of documents outlining his defense strategy. In this exclusive series, we explore exactly what SBF says led to FTX downfall, and discuss SBF’s exclusive defense strategy with experts, including the former prosecutor who took down Bernie Madoff.
In Episode 1, we take a closer look at SBF's right-hand woman: Caroline Ellison. One of three FTX executives who have pleaded guilty, along with Gary Wang and Nishad Singh, Caroline Ellison was CEO of Alameda Research, SBF's bespoke trading firm that operated on FTX.
Caroline admits that she committed crimes during her time as the head of Alameda. SBF said he was unaware — and says it's precisely because he was unaware of just how badly Caroline was runnin…
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Sep 25, 2023
GENC : Innovation at the Core of Marketing with Alyson Griffin, Head of Marketing at State Farm
Alyson Griffin joins us on the podcast to discuss her experience transitioning from tech marketing roles at Intel and HP to leading marketing for State Farm. In her time at State Farm, Alyson has introduced the brand to Web3 initiatives like bringing Jake to the Metaverse and the State Farm jingle, “Like a good neighbor, State Farm is there”. In this episode, we touch on the importance of innovation being at the core of their marketing strategy, the power of earned media, and the benefits of taking risks as a brand.
Links mentioned from the podcast:
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Crossmint and Mastercard doing more together for retailers and customers
TikTok introduces a way to label AI-generated content
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Sep 25, 2023
MARKETS DAILY: Crypto Update | Bitcoin Buying and Ether’s Inflation Rate
Noelle Acheson, the insightful author of the Crypto Is Macro Now newsletter, discusses Bitcoin buying trends and the intriguing shift in Ether's inflation rate, influenced by factors like layer 2 networks and major investments by companies like MicroStrategy.
Today's episode is sponsored by Kraken Pro.
Today’s Stories:
Ether Turns Inflationary as Network Revenue Plunges to 9-Month Low
MicroStrategy Bought 5,445 Bitcoin for $150M Since August
https://x.com/joonian/status/1705289335413592542?s=20
September Effect: Definition, Stock Market History, Theories
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Sep 25, 2023
SBF TRIAL PODCAST: 09/25 Update
SBF will be defending himself against wire fraud and conspiracy charges. Here's what that means.
Link to story: Sam Bankman-Fried (Probably) Won’t Get a 115-Year Prison Sentence
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Sep 25, 2023
SBF TRIAL: Inside Sam Bankman-Fried's Trial Defense Trailer
In this four-part series, we will explore exactly what led to FTX's collapse and examine Sam Bankman-Fried's defense strategy with experts.
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Sep 24, 2023
MARKETS DAILY: Featured Story | What I Learned Managing a Crypto Fund for Five Years
Crypto funds still need to find a balance between adopting professional Wall Street practices and taking advantage of crypto’s unique opportunities.
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Today’s featured story is an opinion piece from Jeff Dorman, a CoinDesk columnist, is chief investment officer at Arca, titled: What I Learned Managing a Crypto Fund for Five Years.
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Sep 23, 2023
MARKETS DAILY: CoinDesk Market Index Week in Review
CoinDesk Indices presents six notable market movement highlights from last week.
Today's episode is sponsored by Kraken Pro.
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Sep 22, 2023
UNCHAINED: Why FTX Might Try to Claw Back Funds From Retail Customers
Thomas Braziel, founder of 117 Partners, discusses the chances of FTX winning in court and how it can claw back funds to repay its debts.
As lawsuits continue to pile up in the FTX saga, FTX chief John Ray III is focused on clawing back funds from former affiliates to pay back creditors. But how might that play out in court? Founder of 117 Partners Thomas Braziel, who specializes in the trading of bankruptcy claims, explains the different paths Ray may choose to go down and the potential outcomes of these cases.
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Show highlights:
* The chances of FTX winning in court against Sam Bankman-Fried’s parents
* The case against Barbara Fried and Joseph Bankman
* Whether civil cases could turn into criminal ones
* Whether bankruptcy proceedings and the criminal case against Sam Bankman-Fried are a coordi…
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Sep 22, 2023
MARKETS DAILY: Crypto Update | Ethereum Activity Lags Despite Network Upgrades, Altcoin Volatility Surprises
Noelle Acheson, the insightful author of the Crypto Is Macro Now newsletter, delves into Ethereum's ongoing sluggishness despite the latest network enhancements. A recent report by JP Morgan analysts highlights a decline in daily transactions and active addresses, raising concerns about Ethereum's current state. Simultaneously, the cryptocurrency landscape takes an unexpected twist as meme coin Dogecoin displays lower 30-day historical volatility than Bitcoin, sparking discussions about market liquidity and investor sentiment in this dynamic crypto environment.
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Today’s Stories:
Ethereum's Shanghai Upgrade Has Failed to Boost Network Activity, JPMorgan Says
Dogecoin Beats Bitcoin in Price Stability Amid Crypto Trading Lull
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Sep 22, 2023
SBF TRIAL PODCAST: 09/22 Update
Judge Kaplan, the judge overseeing the SBF trial, has rejected all seven of SBF’s proposed “expert witnesses” questioning their qualifications and relevance to the case.
Link to story: Sam Bankman-Fried Sort of Had a Rough Day
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Sep 21, 2023
MARKETS DAILY: Crypto Update | Relief in Bitcoin Pressure, Stablecoin Concerns, and South Korea's Offshore Holdings
Noelle Acheson, author of the Crypto Is Macro Now newsletter, investigates the easing in potential Bitcoin selling pressure, renewed concerns surrounding the crypto world's largest stablecoin, and the intriguing South Korean offshore crypto holdings.
Today's episode is sponsored by Kraken Pro.
Today’s Stories:
Mt. Gox Pushes Repayment Deadline by a Year
Tether Is Lending Its Stablecoins Again - WSJ
South Koreans Hold $99B of Digital Assets Overseas: Tax Service
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Sep 21, 2023
SBF TRIAL PODCAST: 09/21 Update
With the SBF Trial set to begin Oct. 3, 2023, CoinDesk spoke with several legal experts to get a deeper understanding the trial process and what to expect.
Link to story: Here’s How FTX Founder Sam Bankman-Fried’s Trial May Play Out
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Sep 21, 2023
CARPE CONSENSUS: Special Interview – Robinhood Crypto General Manager Johann Kerbrat
Danny Nelson catches up with Johann Kerbrat, general manager of crypto at Robinhood about the company’s vision for crypto on its platform.
On “Carpe Consensus,” host Danny Nelson catches up with Johann Kerbrat, general manager of crypto at Robinhood. The duo dive into:
* The evolution of Robinhood’s crypto vertical and changes throughout market cycles
* Advantages of building in the bear
* Considerations of what customers want next for the platform
* The importance of transparency and consistency for crypto platforms, after the fall of FTX
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Sep 20, 2023
MARKETS DAILY: Crypto Update | Championing Crypto Causes and the Latest DeFi Breach With Host Noelle Acheson
Noelle Acheson, author of the Crypto Is Macro Now newsletter, explores the dynamic world of crypto activism and dives into the details of yet another DeFi hack.
Today's episode is sponsored by Kraken Pro.
Today’s Stories:
Ether Drops to 14-Month Low Against Bitcoin as Vitalik Buterin, Whales Send $60M ETH to Exchanges
Binance’s Bitcoin Trading Volume Plunges 57% as Regulatory Pressure Mounts
Treasury Yields at Highest Levels Since 2007 on Price Concerns
BOE Rate Hike Hangs in the Balance for Market as Inflation Slows - Bloomberg
Japan Exports Fall for Second Month as Global Demand Weakens
Chinese Banks Keep Lending Rates Unchanged in Line With PBOC - Bloomberg
Goldman Raises Brent Oil Forecast to $100 as Rally Builds
DeFi Protocol Balancer Says Web Front End Is ‘Under Attack’
A Call To Action: Mobilizing 52 Million Crypto Owners Into An Army of One Million Advocates For Change
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Sep 20, 2023
SBF TRIAL PODCAST: 09/20 Update
A closer look at the infamous balance sheet that toppled the $34 billion empire of FTX in just nine days.
Link to the story: Sam Bankman-Fried’s Empire Was Crushed by This Infamous Balance Sheet.
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Sep 20, 2023
MONEY REIMAGINED: CBDCs Unleashed: Changing Finance for All!
In today's episode of "Money Reimagined," Sheila Warren is joined by special guest Carmelle Cadet, the force behind CBDC projects in the Caribbean and Africa. Cadet is the founder and CEO of Emtech, a New York-based fintech startup with the goal of rebuilding central banking infrastructure for the Web3 era.
Sheila and Carmelle dive deep into the world of Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs) and the force behind CBDC projects in the Caribbean and Africa. Explore their journey from Haiti to the forefront of blockchain tech and the transformative potential of CBDCs for diaspora populations.
Money Reimagined has been produced and edited by senior producer Michele Musso and our executive producer is Jared Schwartz. Our theme song is “The News Tonight ” by Shimmer.
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Sep 20, 2023
UNCHAINED: Zeke Faux's Crypto Adventures and His Relationship With Former FTX CEO SBF
Should Sam Bankman Fried have just performed a rug pull? Why is it so hard to get details into USDT issuer Tether?
Zeke Faux, author of 'Number Go Up,' shares his findings after making a deep dive into the world of crypto. From skepticism to a full-blown investigation, Faux recounts his journey that led him to the heart of crypto, meeting some of the most eccentric characters in the industry. As a Bloomberg investigative reporter, Faux brings a critical eye to the crypto sphere, unearthing the bizarre, the risky, and the downright astonishing facets of what the crypto community calls a financial revolution.
Show highlights |
* What the book 'Number Go Up' is about?
* Zeke's background as an investigative reporter for Bloomberg.
* Whether Zeke is skeptical about crypto.
* Why Zeke thought it was a big deal to investigate Tether, the issuer of USDT.
* Whether he had a conclusion on the fact that he couldn't find anything big about Tether.
* Why Zeke says that Sam…
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Sep 19, 2023
SBF TRIAL PODCAST: 09/19 Update
Sam Bankman-Fried is just two weeks away from beginning the trial that will determine his future. SBF will have to convince a jury of his innocence on eight separate charges to avoid serving serious time in federal prison.
Link to story: The SBF Trial: How Did We Get Here?
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Sep 19, 2023
MARKETS DAILY: Crypto Update | Hints of Green Shoots After the Crypto Winter With Host Noelle Acheson
Noelle Acheson, author of the Crypto Is Macro Now newsletter, notes that following a prolonged and dormant crypto winter, there's a noticeable resurgence in activity within crypto funds.
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Today’s Stories:
Sunac, Country Garden debt deals bring respite for China's property sector | Reuters
US oil output from top shale areas to fall for 3rd straight month in October, EIA says | Reuters
Saudi energy minister says OPEC+ cuts were needed to stabilize oil market | Reuters
Crypto VC Firm Blockchain Capital Raises $580M for 2 New Funds
Nomura's Laser Digital Starts 'Bitcoin Adoption Fund' for Institutional Investor
Crypto VC Electric Capital aims to raise $300 million for new fund | The Block
Thailand's KBank Starts $100M Fund Targeting AI and Web3
Crypto Exchange Bitget Establishes $100M Pot to Fund Ecosystem Growth
Investment firm Reverie launches $20 million crypto venture fund | The Block
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Sep 18, 2023
GENC: Driving Social Impact Through Emerging Technologies | A Conversation With Laurie Keith, VP of The Ad Council
We're thrilled to introduce our latest guest, Laurie Keith, VP of Emerging Media and Technology at Ad Council. Laurie joins us to delve into their collaborative efforts with a diverse range of companies spanning various industries and technologies, all aimed at crafting impactful social campaigns.
The Ad Council is a nonpartisan nonprofit that works with brands, creative agencies, and media companies via pro bono or donated media bringing awareness to topics like mental health and diversity and inclusion. The Ad Council is responsible for some of the most iconic campaigns like Smokey Bear and McGruff the Crime Dog.
Don't miss this week's episode, where you'll discover how they're igniting action on vital issues using technology, the Metaverse, and Web3.
Links mentioned from the podcast:
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Top Generative AI Statistics for 2023
Mila Kunis Web Series Stoner Cats Faces SEC Enforcement Action for 'Unregistered' NFT Offerings
Smokey Bear YouTube
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Sep 18, 2023
MARKETS DAILY: Crypto Update | Navigating Token Listings and Delistings in the Crypto World with Host Noelle Acheson
Today's episode is sponsored by Kraken Pro.
Today’s Stories:
Total BTC Futures Open Interest
ECB may need until spring to conclude that no more hikes are needed: Kazimir | Reuters
Citi Says Oil’s Rally Should Fizzle on Supply From Outside OPEC+ - Bloomberg
China lifts temporary curbs on gold imports as renminbi recovers | Financial Times
New York Regulator to Require Higher Standards for Coin Listings and Delistings - WSJ
https://www.nikkei.com/article/DGXZQOUA012TT0R00C23A7000000/
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Sep 17, 2023
MARKETS DAILY: Featured Story | Will the CFTC Blot Out DeFi in the U.S.?
Recent actions by the agency raise impossible questions for decentralized finance platforms.
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Today’s featured story is an opinion piece from CoinDesk’s Daniel Kuhn, titled: “Will the CFTC Blot Out DeFi in the U.S.?”
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Sep 16, 2023
MARKETS DAILY: CoinDesk Market Index Week in Review
CoinDesk Indices presents six notable market movement highlights from last week.
Today's episode is sponsored by Kraken Pro.
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Sep 15, 2023
UNCHAINED: With Execs Leaving and Market Share Declining, Can Binance Survive?
In the wake of FTX’s collapse, Binance – already the biggest exchange in the world by a large margin – has continued to grow. But a series of challenges, including billions of dollars worth of customer outflows, the winding down of its stablecoin BUSD, and suits with the SEC and CFTC related to its U.S. operations have challenged its market dominance. Steven Ehrlich, director of research at Forbes Crypto, joins the show to discuss how Binance has been dealing with a deluge of bad news and how it plans to forge a path forward.
Show highlights:
* How the collapse of FTX impacted Binance and its market dominance
* How Binance has been losing market share over the past few months
* Why Steven believes that Binance.US is in a "very tenuous situation"?
* Whether Binance is feeling stronger now that the SEC experienced a partial loss in the Ripple case
* The consequences of consumers losing trust in Binance
* The speculation around the recently filed sealed motion filed…
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Sep 15, 2023
MARKETS DAILY: Crypto Update | ETH Supply Down One Year Post-Merge, With Host Noelle Acheson
Noelle Acheson, author of the Crypto Is Macro Now newsletter, discusses Ethereum one year post-Merge, bitcoin mining, institutional interest and more.
Today's episode is sponsored by Kraken Pro.
Today’s Stories:
Deutsche Bank to Delve Into Crypto Custody, Tokenization With Taurus
https://twitter.com/Jamie1Coutts/status/1702232759866163351?s=20
A Year After Ethereum Merge, Net Supply Down Nearly 300K Ether
Sino Ocean: China property woes deepen as a big developer suspends debt payments | CNN Business
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Sep 14, 2023
MARKETS DAILY: Crypto Update | SEC Says ‘Stoner Cats’ NFTs Are Unregistered Securities, With Host Noelle Acheson
Noelle Acheson, author of the Crypto is Macro Now newsletter, discusses FTX crypto holdings sales, Coinbase and Bitcoin’s Lightning network and SEC overreach.
Today's episode is sponsored by Kraken Pro.
Today’s Stories:
Judge Allows Bankrupt FTX to Sell Its Crypto Holdings, Including BTC and SOL
BANKRUPTCY COURT GUIDELINES FOR THE SALE OR TRANSFER OF CERTAIN DIGITAL ASSETS
Coinbase CEO Confirms Exchange Will Support Lightning, Which Dramatically Speeds Up Bitcoin Payments
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Sep 14, 2023
CARPE CONSENSUS: How to 'Rage Quit' a DAO, Safely
The latest in a series of "rage quits" that showcase how DAOs deal with factions of investors who lose faith in their vision and demand their money back.
On “Carpe Consensus,” hosts Ben Schiller and Danny Nelson dive into the latest crypto news.
* [1:15] Ben kicks off the show by recounting his time on the (muddy) playa of Burning Man 2023. Are some foundational ideals of the festival harmonious with the crypto ethos?
* [6:07] Inside the Desk: North Korea-linked hacker collective Lazarus Group has been linked to yet another crypto hack.
* [12:06] Danny’s Dungeon: NounsDAO is the latest decentralized autonomous organization (DAO) to undergo a so-called “rage quit.” The mechanism for this particular treasury split is relatively new and allows disaffected investors to, potentially, exit peacefully.
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Sep 14, 2023
MONEY REIMAGINED: Noelle Acheson On What’s Not Happening With Bitcoin
The most recent insights into the future of Global Finance, BRICS, and Bitcoin.
In today's episode of "Money Reimagined," while Michael Casey is moderating a conference on crypto, Sheila Warren is joined by CoinDesk collaborator and author of the Crypto is Macro Now newsletter on Substack, and the new host of CoinDesks’ Markets Daily is Noelle Acheson.
In this thought-provoking podcast episode, Noel Acheson challenges the prevailing notion of Bitcoin being in a bear market, presenting compelling evidence of its robust performance throughout the year and its impressive outperformance compared to traditional stocks. With diverse perspectives, Warren and Acheson, delve into the significance of Bitcoin ETFs for institutional investors, addressing concerns over market volatility and liquidity. The podcast further explores the critical role of liquidity in the digital asset realm and the potential consequences of exchange failures. Sheila shares insights into India's evolving stan…
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Sep 13, 2023
MARKETS DAILY: Crypto Update | Franklin Templeton Joins List of Asset Managers Wanting Spot Bitcoin ETF, With Host Noelle Acheson
Noelle Acheson, author of the Crypto is Macro Now newsletter, discusses Franklin Templeton’s bitcoin spot ETF filing, prediction markets and jobs.
Today's episode is sponsored by Kraken Pro.
Today’s Stories:
Franklin Templeton Joins Spot Bitcoin ETF Race
Gensler Hearing Shows Key Senate Democrat Digging in Heels on Crypto
Top 100 Asset Manager Managers by Managed AUM - SWFI
How Much? How Long? Where’s it Going? Prediction Markets is Now Live at BitMEX
BitMEX's Prediction Market Is Now Live
48.00 (P_XBTETFV23) Trade - BitMEX
Ripple Will Do 80% of Its Hiring This Year Outside the U.S: Bloomberg
Coinbase Targets Regulatory Clarity in International Expansion Plan
OPEC+ cuts, firm demand in Asia to lift Brent above $100/bbl by year-end -BofA | Reuters
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Sep 13, 2023
UNCHAINED: Jeremy Allaire on Circle's ‘Multi-Decade’ Strategy and Where Stablecoin Regulation Is Headed
It’s been a busy year for USDC issuer Circle, with several new product launches and partnerships, a crypto banking crisis to contend with, the entry of PayPal into the stablecoin business, and plenty of new global regulatory developments, including a bill in the U.S. now making its way through Congress. Circle co-founder and CEO Jeremy Allaire joins Unchained for an in-depth discussion on the reasons behind Coinbase’s investment in Circle, how Circle has emerged stronger from the banking crisis, what he thinks of PYUSD, what he likes and doesn’t like about the current U.S. stablecoin bill, and his thoughts on what the final bill will look like.
Show highlights:
* Why Circle and Coinbase created the Center Consortium and why Coinbase acquired a stake in Circle?
* Whether Circle is aiming to be acquired or become a public company, and why Jeremy is pursuing a "multi-decade" strategy.
* Why Circle partnered with MercadoLibre and the stablecoin usage in Latin America?
* H…
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Sep 12, 2023
MARKETS DAILY: Crypto Update | Market Selling Pressure on the Horizon, With Host Noelle Acheson
Noelle Acheson, author of the Crypto is Macro Now newsletter and former head of research at CoinDesk, discusses potential market selling pressure, crypto fund outflows and today’s testimony by SEC chair Gary Gensler.
Today's episode is sponsored by Kraken Pro.
Today’s Stories:
OPEC Oil Data Show 3 Million-Barrel Supply Shortfall as Saudi Arabia Extends Cut - Bloomberg
ECB Interest Rate Decision Suspense Intensifies With Officials Split - Bloomberg
Cryptocurrency Altcoin Crash Is Coming: Matrixport
FTX Taps Galaxy to Sell, Stake and Hedge Its Crypto Billions
Volume 148: Digital Asset Fund Flows Weekly Report | by James Butterfill | Sep, 2023 | CoinShares Blog
Defiant Gensler Returns to Crypto Grievances Ahead of Senate Testimony
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Sep 11, 2023
MARKETS DAILY: Crypto Update | Crypto in the Red While U.S. Stocks Open Strong, With Host Noelle Acheson
Noelle Acheson, author of the Crypto is Macro Now newsletter and former head of research at CoinDesk, provides market insights and updates about the G20 summit.
Today's episode is sponsored by Kraken Pro.
Today’s Stories:
Coinbase CEO on company's next steps, why crypto will be a 'hot topic' in 2024 WH race
https://twitter.com/GitaGopinath/status/1700728105290321941?s=20
IMF-FSB Synthesis Paper: Policies for Crypto-Assets - Financial Stability Board
India Will Decide on Its Crypto Stance in Coming Months
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Sep 11, 2023
GEN C: Dressing the Digital World With Derek Edwards, Nick Gonzalez and Megan Kaspar
This week, we celebrate the beginning of Fashion Month taking place in New York before moving on to London, Milan and Paris. This conversation was previously recorded at Consensus this past year in Austin, TX.
Derek Edwards of Collab+Currency, Nick Gonzalez of UNXD and Megan Kaspar of Red DAO join Toby Bochan on the Consensus stage to discuss the rise of digital fashion, luxury brands entering Web3, the importance of provenance and community building and predictions for the evolution of digital fashion.
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* Nick’s Twitter
* Megan’s Twitter
* Full Consensus recording
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Sep 10, 2023
MARKETS DAILY: Featured Story | Crypto Lenders Caused Crypto Contagion Last Year. How Is the Industry Rebuilding?
The "Wild West" era of crypto lending ended in a series of bankruptcies. Now the industry is attempting to rebuild in a sustainable and accountable manner.
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Today’s featured story is an opinion piece from Mauricio Di Bartolomeo, titled: “Crypto Lenders Caused Crypto Contagion Last Year. How Is the Industry Rebuilding?”
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Sep 9, 2023
MARKETS DAILY: CoinDesk Market Index Week in Review
CoinDesk Indices presents six notable market movement highlights from last week.
Today's episode is sponsored by Kraken Pro.
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Sep 8, 2023
UNCHAINED: Could This Vitalik-Backed Protocol Bring Privacy to a Regulated Crypto World?
Earlier this week, Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin and four co-authors published a paper describing a smart contract protocol called privacy pools that would enable crypto users to associate their funds with those being used for legitimate purposes versus those being used in criminal activity such as hacks or money laundering. The protocol addresses one of the main shortcomings of coin mixer Tornado Cash, which has been sanctioned by the U.S. government.
Chainalysis chief scientist Jacob Illum, one of those co-authors, discusses the impetus for the paper, the technology behind privacy pools and how they would work in practice, who would provide some of the necessary organization to operate the pools, and some of the early criticisms of the paper.
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* What the current state of crypto privacy is and what the motivation was to write this paper?
* What privacy pools are and how they work.
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Sep 8, 2023
MARKETS DAILY: Crypto Update | Bitcoin Shows Signs of Life
Plus: Ryan Salame, a top FTX executive who played a key role in the exchange’s political fundraising operations, pleaded guilty on Thursday to federal criminal charges.
Today's episode is sponsored by Kraken Pro.
Today’s Stories:
First Mover Americas: Bitcoin Shows Signs of Life
Bitcoin Halving is Nice, but Kickstarting Bull Run Requires Fiat Money Supply Growth
U.S. Interest Rates High Enough to Tame Inflation, Avoid Recession: Chicago Fed
Ex-FTX Executive Ryan Salame Could Forfeit $1.5B as Part of Guilty Plea
11,196 Years Jail Sentence for Faruk Özer, CEO of Collapsed Turkish Crypto Exchange Thodex
CFTC Commissioner Pitches Pilot Program for U.S. Crypto Regulation
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Sep 8, 2023
CARPE CONSENSUS: Did Centralization Cause the Base Blockchain Outage?
While one network (Base) faced an outage, another (Ethereum) had a layer 2 leader grappling with the idea of an “Ethereum Supreme Court.”
On “Carpe Consensus,” host Danny Nelson is joined by CoinDesk tech reporter Sam Kessler to dive into the latest blockchain news.
* [0:53] Coinbase’s Ethereum layer 2 blockchain Base experienced its first major outage since its launch, halting the production of new blocks for about 45 minutes. Sam explains what caused the outage and other vulnerabilities he’s watching.
* [13:16] In crypto, the phrase “code is law” seems to assert that technology can thwart centralized individuals. But a proposal for an “Ethereum Supreme Court” gets Danny and Sam thinking – are blockchains already just social contracts, not straight code as we’ve been led to believe?
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Sep 7, 2023
MARKETS DAILY: Crypto Update | Crypto Trading Volume Hits 4-Year Low and New Host Announcement
Noelle Acheson, author of the Crypto is Macro Now newsletter and former head of research at CoinDesk, will start next week as the new host of "Markets Daily."
Plus, a new advocacy group for tokenization including founding members such as Coinbase, Circle and Aave Companies aims to foster the use of blockchain technology for traditional assets.
Today's episode is sponsored by Kraken Pro.
Today’s Stories:
First Mover Americas: Crypto Trading Volume Hits 4-Year Low
Crypto Spot Market August Trading Volume Hits 4.5-Year Low as Volatility Fails to Spur Activity
Depressed Crypto Markets, Regulatory Risks Fail to Dissuade Asset Managers From Investing
Tokenization Advocacy Group Wants to Bring the 'Next Trillion' of Assets to Blockchain
Blanket Crypto Bans Won’t Work, Joint IMF, FSB Paper Warns
Blockchain, AI Set to Transform Financial Markets: Moody's
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Sep 6, 2023
MONEY REIMAGINED: The Thrilling Frontier of Tokenized Assets and Their Impact on Bitcoin
Revolutionizing finance by leveraging the inevitability of blockchain technology.
In today's episode of "Money Reimagined," Michael Casey and Sheila Warren provide an insightful analysis of the groundbreaking Swift/Chainlink tokenization experiment, which effectively facilitated cross-blockchain value transfer. They interpret important questions such as: What are the uses of blockchain technology? How to leverage the inevitability of blockchain technology? And what does this all mean for Bitcoin and its future?
Links mentioned in the show :
Swift, Chainlink Tokenization Experiment Successfully Transfers Value Across Multiple Blockchains
LSE Group Plans to Offer Blockchain-Powered Market for Traditional Assets: Report
Singapore's New President, a Former Central Bank Chairman, Has Called Crypto 'Slightly Crazy'
Australia Senate Committee Rejects Crypto Bill From Opposition Senator Andrew Bragg
The Trillion Dollar Crypto Opportunity: Real World Asset Tokenization
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Sep 6, 2023
MARKETS DAILY: Crypto Update | Bitcoin Still Stuck in Limbo
Bitcoin has remained almost entirely locked below the $26,000 mark since the start of September.
Today's episode is sponsored by Kraken Pro.
Today’s Stories:
First Mover Americas: Bitcoin Still Stuck in Limbo
Bitcoin Set to Form Death Cross as Dollar Index Teases Golden Crossover
Sam Bankman-Fried's Laptop Has a New Battery Now, DOJ Says
Russian Lawmaker Predicts That Digital Ruble Will Displace Banks
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Not investment advice. Some crypto products and markets are unregulated. The unpredictable nature of the cryptoasset markets can lead to loss of funds and profits may be subject to capital gains tax.
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Sep 6, 2023
UNCHAINED: Friend.tech | The Legal and Tax Ins and Outs of This Year’s Hottest Crypto App
Friend.tech, a decentralized social media platform in which you can buy and sell “keys” in your friends on X (formerly known as Twitter) whose value can go up and down, has become a viral sensation, racking up as many as 100,000 users since launching on August 10.
Should keys be considered securities and thus regulated by the SEC? How should gains and losses be taxed? And how private should users assume their communications and transactions on the platform are? Securities and banking law professor at George Mason Law School JW Verret, and tax partner and co-head of the Digital Assets and Blockchain Practice at Fried, Frank Jason Schwartz, share their thoughts.
Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Overcast, Podcast Addict, Pocket Casts, Stitcher, Castbox, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music, or on your favorite podcast platform.
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* How Friend.tech works and how the price of keys is determined
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Sep 5, 2023
MARKETS DAILY: Crypto Update | Bitcoin Remains Subdued Below $26K
At the end of August, bitcoin confirmed an overbought downturn in its monthly stochastic, a signal that has previously marked market peaks.
Today's episode is sponsored by Kraken Pro.
Today’s Stories:
First Mover Americas: Bitcoin Treads Water Below $26K
Bitcoin Bulls Face Setback as Monthly Stochastic Indicator Turns Lower: Analyst
Bitcoin's Use as Margin Collateral in Crypto Futures Trading Is Growing
Traditional Finance Exchanges Divided on Crypto Services: Survey
Global Standard Setters to Deliver Global Crypto Policy Roadmap
Australia Senate Committee Rejects Crypto Bill From Opposition Senator Andrew Bragg
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Sep 4, 2023
GEN C: How Real Estate Is Embracing Web3 With Julie Allen, SVP of Digital and Creative at Howard Hughes
This week on “Gen C,” we spoke with Julie Allen of Howard Hughes Corporation, a major real estate developer exploring Web3 technologies. We discussed how Howard Hughes is leveraging innovative technologies to bridge digital and physical experiences, from VR tours to NFT scavenger hunts.
Julie Allen, SVP of Digital and Creative at real estate company Howard Hughes, joins the podcast this week to discuss how a real estate company is innovating in Web3. Julie shares how she got involved in crypto in 2013 and has since been an advocate for bringing Web3 technology and AI to enhance Howard Hughes' physical spaces and to improve the experience of viewing or buying a home for potential buyers.
Links mentioned from the podcast:
* Cheese-Makers Track Their Parmesans By Embedding Edible, Blockchain-Enabled Microchips
* OnlyFans Users Spent $5.6 Billion on Porn-Friendly Creator Site in Fiscal 2022, up 16%
* Walmart Partners With People Of Crypto Lab To Celebrate Hip-Hop And Black C…
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Sep 3, 2023
MARKETS DAILY: Featured Story | The Real Reasons the Grayscale Bitcoin ETF Decision Matters
The U.S. Court of Appeals, in rebuking the securities watchdog, shows that Securities and Exchange Commission Chair Gary Gensler won’t get the last word on crypto.
Today's episode is sponsored by Kraken Pro and Simpluris.
Today’s featured story is an opinion piece from CoinDesk’s Daniel Kuhn, titled: “The Real Reasons the Grayscale Bitcoin ETF Decision Matters.”
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Not investment advice. Some crypto products and markets are unregulated. The unpredictable nature of the cryptoasset markets can lead to loss of funds and profits may be subject to capital gains tax.
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Sep 2, 2023
MARKETS DAILY: CoinDesk Market Index Week in Review
CoinDesk Indices presents six notable market movement highlights from last week.
Today's episode is sponsored by Kraken Pro and Simpluris.
The CoinDesk Market Index (CMI) functions as a benchmark for the performance of the digital asset market, delivering institutional quality information to digital asset investors. For more on the CMI you can visit: http://coindeskmarkets.com/
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Not investment advice. Some crypto products and markets are unregulated. The unpredictable nature of the cryptoasset markets can lead to loss of funds and profits may be subject to capital gains tax.
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Sep 1, 2023
MARKETS DAILY: Crypto Update | SEC Delays Spot Bitcoin ETF Decision for All Applicants
The regulator has now announced delays for all six of the new ETF applications.
Today's episode is sponsored by Kraken Pro and Simpluris.
Today's Stories:
First Mover Americas: SEC Delays Spot Bitcoin ETF Decision for All Applicants
U.S. August Job Adds of 187K Vs Estimates for 170K; Unemployment Rate Rises to 3.8%
Lira-Backed TRYB Token Becomes World's Second-Largest Non-Dollar-Pegged Stablecoin
SEC Delays Spot Bitcoin ETF Decision for All Applicants Including BlackRock, Fidelity
U.S. Court Calls ETH a Commodity While Tossing Investor Suit Against Uniswap
Creditors Accuse Genesis of Ballot-Stuffing Over $175M FTX Deal
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Sep 1, 2023
CARPE CONSENSUS: Time to ‘Treat Like Cases Alike,’ Judge Says in Grayscale ETF Appeal
Ryan Louvar, WisdomTree’s chief legal officer and head of business and legal affairs for digital assets, breaks down the latest in crypto ETFs.
On today’s “Carpe Consensus,” Danny Nelson dives into the world of crypto news alongside CoinDesk tech reporter Margaux Nijkerk.
* [0:34] Inside the Desk: Coinbase finds itself in uncharted territory as it is now a public company … attempting to run a decentralized blockchain. It’s pledged neutrality, as Margaux reports.
* [7:05] Ryan Louvar comments on Grayscale’s SEC victory and what it might mean for other spot bitcoin ETF proposals in the review queue. WisdomTree itself is awaiting feedback, though the company has other focuses in the realm of digital assets, including its Europe ETFs and financial app WisdomTree Prime.
* [25:07] Danny’s Dungeon: Yearn Finance Voters to Wintermute: Drop Dead
“Carpe Consensus” is executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced and edited by Eleanor Pahl.
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Aug 31, 2023
THE HASH: The Best of 'The Hash' Over the Years
Special Final Episode of “The Hash.”
In this special episode of "The Hash," co-hosts Jennifer Sanasie, William Foxley, and Zack Seward reflect on some of the highlights of the show from the past two-and-a-half years.
This episode has been edited by senior producer Michele Musso and the executive producer is Jared Schwartz. Our theme song is “Neon Beach.”
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Aug 31, 2023
MARKETS DAILY: Crypto Update | Musk's X Obtains Payment Licenses in Several U.S. States
Musk's social media platform, X, formerly Twitter, has obtained money or currency transmitter licenses in seven U.S. states including Maryland, New Hampshire and Rhode Island.
Today's episode is sponsored by Kraken Pro and Simpluris.
Today's Stories:
First Mover Americas: Musk's X Obtains Payment Licenses in Several U.S. States
Bitcoin Starts to Retrace Grayscale-Fueled Gain; SOL, XRP, DOT Lead Majors Slide
Bitcoin Average Trade Size Jumps to Highest Level Since June After Grayscale Ruling
Bitcoin Holdings on Crypto Exchanges Dwindle to 2M, Fewest Since January 2018
Ether Heads for 'Death Cross'
Elon Musk's X Has Licenses in Multiple U.S. States to Process Payments, Including Crypto
Scores of Friend.tech Users Remain Active Even as Trading Volumes Drop 95%
Binance to 'Gradually' End Support for BUSD Products
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Aug 30, 2023
THE HASH: FTX Founder Sam Bankman-Fried’s Planned Defense ‘Irrelevant’ Without More Details, Govt Says
The most valuable crypto stories for Wednesday, August 30, 2023.
Lawyers for the Department of Justice said in a Tuesday legal filing that Sam Bankman-Fried’s plan to argue his lawyers approved alleged fraud during his time at FTX should be struck down for being “irrelevant." "The Hash" panel discusses the FTX founder's defense strategy and the latest developments in Bankman-Fried’s case.
See also:
Sam Bankman-Fried’s Planned Defense ‘Irrelevant’ Without More Details, Govt Says
All of Sam Bankman-Fried's Proposed Expert Witnesses Should Be Barred From Testifying: DOJ
Crypto Exchanges Saw Inflows of 30K Bitcoin Prior to Grayscale's SEC Victory
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Aug 30, 2023
MARKETS DAILY: Crypto Update | Bitcoin Rallies on Grayscale Court Win Over SEC
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission must review its rejection to convert the Grayscale Bitcoin Trust into an exchange-traded fund, the appeals court ruled Tuesday.
Today's episode is sponsored by Kraken Pro and Simpluris.
Today's Stories:
First Mover Americas: Bitcoin Rallies on Grayscale Court Win Over SEC
Grayscale’s Victory Ignites a GBTC Trading Frenzy as Investors Bet on Narrowing Discount to Bitcoin Price
It's a Bullish Double Whammy for Bitcoin, but Caution Still Warranted
Grayscale Ruling Does Not Guarantee Bitcoin Spot ETF Approval, Traders Say
SEC’s Grayscale Court Rout Puts Agency in Will-They, Won’t-They Role Starring Gensler
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Aug 30, 2023
MONEY REIMAGINED: US Court Challenges SEC, Fuels Financial Evolution & FX Market's Next Phase
Following a court ruling, the SEC must review its denial of Grayscale Investments' attempt to convert GBTC into an ETF, possibly opening the door to the first U.S. spot bitcoin ETF.
In today's episode of "Money Reimagined," Sheila Warren takes the stage solo, delving into the day's updates on the court ruling. She seamlessly transitions into an insightful conversation about the FX market alongside Alex McDougall, CEO of Stablecorp. Stabecorp is a Canadian-based company that has created the Canadian dollar-backed stablecoin QCAD.
Disclaimer: Grayscale and CoinDesk share the same parent company, Digital Currency Group (DCG).Links mentioned in the show.
Links mentioned in the show :
Court Rules SEC Must Review Rejection of Grayscale's Bitcoin ETF Bid, Bitcoin Jumps 5%
Bitcoin Jumps 5% on Grayscale Ruling, While Crypto-Related Stocks Soar More Than 10%
The Seven Defining Opportunities in “On-Chain” FX
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Aug 29, 2023
THE HASH: Court Rules SEC Must Review Rejection of Grayscale's Bitcoin ETF Bid, Bitcoin Jumps 5%
The most valuable crypto stories for Tuesday, August 29, 2023.
"The Hash" tackles today's hot topics, including a federal court ruling that the SEC must review its rejection of Grayscale Investments' attempt to convert the Grayscale Bitcoin Trust (GBTC) into an ETF. Bitcoin is surging on the news. Grayscale and CoinDesk are both owned by DCG. Separately, the SEC issued its first NFT-related enforcement action. And, some former FTX users are getting hit by a new phishing attack on their FTX-registered emails.
See also:
Bitcoin Jumps 5% on Grayscale Ruling, While Crypto-Related Stocks Soar More Than 10%
DCG Reaches Crucial In-Principle Deal With Genesis Creditors, Recoveries Could Be Up to 90%
FTX Customers Hit by 'Withdrawal' Phishing Mails After SIM Swap Attack
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Aug 29, 2023
MARKETS DAILY: Crypto Update | Is Bitcoin Close to Breaking Out of Its Current Range?
The latest price moves in crypto markets in context for August 29, 2023.
Today's episode is sponsored by Kraken Pro and Simpluris.
Today's Stories:
First Mover Americas: Is Bitcoin Close to Breaking Out of Its Current Range?
Bitcoin's Most Loyal Holders Continue Accumulation Despite Price Lull
Tokenized U.S. Treasuries Arrive to XDC Network as Digital Bond Market Grows
DCG Reaches Crucial In-Principle Deal With Genesis Creditors, Recoveries Could Be Up to 90%
FTX Customers Hit by 'Withdrawal' Phishing Mails After SIM Swap Attack
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Aug 28, 2023
GEN C: Don’t Be An Expert, Be A Student with Sandeep Seth, CMO of Coach
Sandeep Seth, CMO of Coach, started off as an engineer before changing his career to focus on marketing. From P&G to Coach, Sandeep shares lessons learned along the way as well as a deeper dive into his perspective on innovation across Web3, Immersive Worlds and AI.
Links mentioned from the podcast:
* Friendtech heats up
* YouTube tackles AI
* Sandeep's Twitter
* Coach
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"Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni, with editing by Jonas Huck. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Uyen Truong. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon.
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