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CFTC Commissioner Christy Goldsmith Romero on U.S. Crypto Regulation Outlook
Added 157 Views / 0 LikesCFTC Commissioner Christy Goldsmith Romero joins "All About Bitcoin" live from Consensus in Austin, Texas, to discuss the current state of crypto regulation in the U.S. Plus Romero's insights on the sentiment surrounding the crypto sector in Washington.
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Phoenix Labs CEO on DeFi Giant MakerDAO's Spark Protocol Launch
Added 1,267 Views / 0 LikesMakerDAO launches Spark Protocol today, a front-end access lending protocol specifically designed for Maker's DAI stablecoin. Sam MacPherson, co-founder and CEO of Phoenix Labs, which contributes to Spark Protocol, joins "First Mover" to discuss the rollout and how Spark aims to address the potential risks of decentralized finance (DeFi). Plus, why Spark is not being offered in the U.S.
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State of Crypto VC Funding
Added 309 Views / 0 LikesJalak Jobanputra, founder of Future Perfect Ventures, along with DARMA Capital Managing Partner Andrew Keys, join "All About Bitcoin" live from Consensus 2023 to discuss the state of venture capital funding in the digital assets space. Plus, insights on the infrastructure developments in the crypto and blockchain industries.
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World Metaverse Council's Chair Dr. Jane Thomason Takes The Stage At Consensus 2023
Added 291 Views / 0 LikesWorld Metaverse Council Chair Dr. Jane Thomason values the community #Consensus2023 provides for those working together toward the future of blockchain and digital assets. Grab your pass to join her next week in Austin: https://consensus.coindesk.com/register/?utm_content=marketing&utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_term=organic&utm_campaign=c23 #Coindesk #consensus #cryptoevent #networking #blockchain #web3 #crypto #austin Subscribe to CoinDesk
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Shanghai Upgrade Is 'the Finishing Touch': EY Global Blockchain Leader
Added 216 Views / 0 LikesEthereum's Shanghai upgrade brought a record-breaking weekly inflow of ether deposits for staking last week, according to various crypto analysts. EY Global Blockchain Leader Paul Brody joins "First Mover" to discuss the upgrade and his outlook on decentralization in the industry.
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Bankrupt Crypto Lender Celsius Seeks to Merge UK and U.S. Entities
Added 186 Views / 0 LikesCelsius is seeking to mingle its U.K. and U.S. entities as court filings allege the distinction between them was a “sham.” CoinDesk’s regulatory reporter Jack Schickler discusses the pressure faced by the bankrupt crypto lender in different jurisdictions.
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First Book on FTX and SBF's Implosion Published
Added 2,195 Views / 0 LikesVeteran crypto journalist and former CoinDesker Brady Dale has published a new book on FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried's downfall and the longevity of decentralized finance (DeFi). Dale joins "The Hash" to share insights into his book and the lessons learned from FTX's collapse.
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Why Web3
Added 139 Views / 0 LikesJoin #Consensus2023, the most important conversation in crypto and Web3, happening April 26-28 in Austin, Texas. Tickets on sale now: https://bit.ly/3XXIq17
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Consensus 2023: Here's What You Missed
Added 1,114 Views / 0 LikesConsensus 2023 by CoinDesk returned to an in-person format as 14,981 attendees descended on Austin, Texas. Check out these highlights from the groundbreaking 3-day event. #cryptocurrency #digitalfinance #finance #bitcoin #crypto Subscribe to CoinDesk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/CoinDesk... Site: https://www.coindesk.com Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/coindesk LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/3104... Instagram: https://www.inst
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Former Epic Games Exec to Join Web3 Giant Yuga Labs as CTO
Added 196 Views / 0 LikesMike Seavers, the former executive vice president of development at Fortnite creator Epic Games, is joining Yuga Labs as chief technology officer, effective May 22. "The Hash" panel weighs in on what this means to developments of Web3 gaming.
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Bitcoin Above $28K Following April CPI Report
Added 1,039 Views / 0 LikesBitcoin (BTC) is climbing back above the $28,000 level as the Consumer Price Index rose 0.4% in April. Fairlead Strategies founder and Managing Partner Katie Stockton weighs in on the markets' reaction to the inflation data and her short-term outlook on the performance of bitcoin and ether.
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Proof CEO on How History will Reflect on the Current State of Web3
Added 151 Views / 0 LikesProof CEO Kevin Rose, at Consensus 2023, discusses the turbulent period that Web3 developers find themselves in.
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Coinbase Acquires License To Operate in Bermuda
Added 140 Views / 0 LikesCoinbase (COIN) has obtained a license to offer its services in Bermuda as part of its international expansion efforts, the firm announced in a blog post on Wednesday. “The Hash” panel discusses how this could shape Coinbase's future. The news comes two days after CEO Brian Armstrong indicated that the exchange would consider moving away from the U.S. if regulation doesn’t become clearer.
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Bitcoin Financial Services Firm Unchained Capital Raises $60M
Added 255 Views / 0 LikesUnchained Capital has completed a $60 million Series B funding round led by Valor Equity Partners, including crypto asset-management giant NYDIG. The financial services firm's CEO, Joseph Kelly, joins "All About Bitcoin" to discuss bridging the gap between the bitcoin-native and fiat-native worlds. Plus, the state of bitcoin custody after FTX's fallout.
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Binance Resumes Bitcoin Withdrawals After Second Pause in 12 Hours
Added 283 Views / 0 LikesCrypto exchange Binance has resumed bitcoin (BTC) withdrawals after a second pause over the weekend, as the Bitcoin network suffers from unprecedented congestion. 21.co co-founder and CEO Hany Rashwan discusses the potential impact on the crypto markets. Plus, Rashwan's outlook for memecoins as Pepecoin (PEPE) holders may be taking profits on their positions.
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Bitcoin Slips Below $28K Ahead of April CPI Data
Added 1,985 Views / 0 LikesStrategists at Goldman Sachs and Barclays predict that the Federal Reserve will be less aggressive than expected in slashing interest rates this year. eToro US Investment Analyst Callie Cox joins "First Mover" with her crypto market analysis ahead of upcoming April CPI data.
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Shanghai Upgrade Is 'the Finishing Touch': EY Global Blockchain Leader
Added 171 Views / 0 LikesEthereum's Shanghai upgrade brought a record-breaking weekly inflow of ether deposits for staking last week, according to various crypto analysts. EY Global Blockchain Leader Paul Brody joins "First Mover" to discuss the upgrade and his outlook on decentralization in the industry.
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Do Kwon Reportedly Faces Montenegro Indictment; Tesla's Bitcoin Holdings Update
Added 174 Views / 0 LikesAccording to a report from Bloomberg Law, prosecutors in Montenegro have submitted an indictment proposal for Terraform Labs co-founder Do Kwon. Separately, electric car maker Tesla (TSLA) did not buy or sell any bitcoin in the first quarter of 2023, the company reported in its latest earnings release.
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Napster CEO on Disrupting the Music Industry with Web3
Added 163 Views / 0 LikesJon Vlassopulos, CEO of early 2000s music-sharing service Napster, joins CoinDesk's "Why Web3" special at Consensus to discuss the company's move to the Web3 space. Plus, how Napster is revolutionizing the relationship between artists and music platforms with Web3 technologies.
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Joint U.S. House Hearing on Crypto’s Future Kicks Off
Added 292 Views / 0 LikesThe unusual joint meeting of the two most crypto-relevant committees in the U.S. House of Representatives was called to work out the best legislative approach to digital assets. Still, one of the top Democrats questioned whether Congress should be writing a bill at all. "The Hash" panel discusses the key takeaways from the hearing and the potential impact on future U.S. crypto regulation.
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DOJ Investigating Binance for Russia-Related Sanctions Violations: Bloomberg
Added 2,324 Views / 0 LikesBloomberg reports that the U.S. Department of Justice's national security division is conducting an inquiry into whether Binance allowed Russian customers to access the exchange in violation of U.S. sanctions related to Russia's invasion of Ukraine. Spokespeople for Binance and the Justice Department did not immediately return CoinDesk's requests for comment. CoinDesk Global Policy and Regulation Managing Editor Nikhilesh De shares the latest developm
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Live Coverage: House Financial Services Committee Hearing on Stablecoins
Added 186 Views / 0 LikesJoin #Consensus2023, the most important conversation in crypto and Web3, happening April 26-28 in Austin, Texas. Tickets on sale now: https://bit.ly/3XXIq17 Subscribe to CoinDesk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/CoinDesk?sub_confirmation=1 Site: https://www.coindesk.com Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/coindesk LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/3104779/admin Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coindesk Facebook: https://www.facebook.
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Amboss Technologies CEO on Bitcoin Lightning Network Outlook
Added 243 Views / 0 LikesAmboss Technologies co-founder and CEO Jesse Shrader discusses the company's latest $4 million seed funding raise and mission to incorporate a social layer and identify Lightning Network nodes. Plus, Shrader's outlook on the mainstream adoption of the Lightning Network.
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Celsius Founder Mashinsky Rejects ‘Baseless’ Fraud Claims From New York State
Added 152 Views / 0 LikesFraud claims against Alex Mashinsky are ‘baseless,’ and based on online misinformation, the Celsius co-founder and former CEO said in response to a lawsuit brought by New York State. CoinDesk Global Policy and Regulation Managing Editor Nikhilesh De discusses the latest in crypto regulation.
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Bitcoin Trades at Nearly $650 Premium on Binance.US
Added 1,018 Views / 0 LikesThe gap between bitcoin's price in U.S. dollars on Binance U.S and the price on digital assets exchanges like Binance and Coinbase has widened sharply this month, causing unease among crypto commentators and Twitter users. TradingView data shows that on 09:26 UTC Tuesday, the BTC/USD pair listed on Binance.US traded at a nearly $650 premium to its Coinbase-listed counterpart and Binance's bitcoin-tether pair (BTC/USDT). CoinDesk Senior Research Analys
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Grayscale CEO Discusses Ongoing GBTC Litigation Issues
Added 147 Views / 0 LikesGrayscale CEO Michael Sonnenshein joins CoinDesk, from Consensus 2023, to discuss the platform's ongoing litigation case against the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and when a decision would likely be made. Grayscale Investments and CoinDesk are both owned by parent company Digital Currency Group.
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Bitstamp COO on Future of EU’s Crypto Licensing Regime
Added 165 Views / 0 LikesLawmakers in the European Union on Thursday voted 517-38 in favor of a new crypto licensing regime, MiCA, with 18 abstentions, making it the first major jurisdiction in the world to introduce a comprehensive crypto law. Bitstamp Chief Operating Officer John Ehlers and CoinDesk Regulatory Reporter Jack Schickler weigh in on the latest developments.
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Bit Digital CEO: 'Infighting Doesn't Do Us Any Favors'
Added 159 Views / 0 LikesBit Digital CEO Sam Tabar, speaking at Consensus 2023, explains five mounting challenges of bitcoin mining. Plus, his outlook on why "infighting" among cryptocurrencies is not doing the industry any favors.
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Breaking Down the Crypto Trends in South Korea
Added 170 Views / 0 LikesMatrixport's Head of Research and Strategy, Markus Thielen, joins "First Mover" to discuss crypto asset evaluation and trends in the Korean market, focusing trading activities on crypto exchange Upbit and the recent surge in XRP token.
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Consensus 2023 Highlights
Added 1,494 Views / 0 Likes#cryptocurrency #digitalfinance #finance #bitcoin #crypto It’s a wrap! Consensus 2023 was an incredible experience full of connecting with new people, hearing top-notch thought leadership, exploring the latest advancements in Web3 and blockchain and having a little fun on the side. We look forward to inviting you back for next year. Subscribe to CoinDesk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/CoinDesk?sub_confirmation=1 CoinDesk is the leading digit
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