Month: December 2022

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CoinDesk Podcast Network - THE HASH: Sam Bankman-Fried’s Reported Extradition Plans; Twitter Under Elon Musk

This episode is sponsored by Bitstamp and the Galaxy Brains Podcast.


The most valuable crypto stories for Monday, Dec. 19,  2022.

The Hash hosts discuss today's top stories: Sam Bankman-Fried reportedly is expected to agree to extradition to the U.S. according to several media outlets. Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin is voicing concerns about Elon Musk’s recent Twitter decisions, writing in part it could put the social media company on “the path to authoritarianism.” Plus, news from Yuga Labs and Binance.US. 

See also: 

Elon Musk's Twitter Mistakes Prove Web3's Point

Sam Bankman-Fried Won’t Contest US Extradition: Reports

Sam Bankman-Fried's Bahamas Court Appearance Adds to Confusion

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This episode has been edited by Michele Musso. Our executive producer is Jared Schwartz. Our theme song is “Neon Beach.”

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Consider This from NPR - Jan. 6 Committee Issues Four Criminal Referrals For Trump

The House Select Committee investigating the deadly January 6, 2021 attack on the United States Capitol held what is expected to be its final hearing.

Committee members voted to refer former President Donald Trump to the Justice Department for prosecution on four criminal charges. They include inciting an insurrection, obstructing an official government proceeding and conspiracy to defraud the United States.

We discuss the news with NPR justice correspondent Carrie Johnson and congressional correspondent Deirdre Walsh.

And Republican strategist Ron Bonjean breaks down what this could mean for Trump and the GOP.

In participating regions, you'll also hear a local news segment to help you make sense of what's going on in your community.

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Reset with Sasha-Ann Simons - How To Make The Biggest Impact With Your Donations

An estimated 30 percent of charitable donations happen during the holiday season, but with so many causes to choose from, how should we think about maximizing impact? Reset speaks with Dylan Matthews, senior correspondent and lead writer for Vox and Future Perfect, Tim Bresnahan, senior director of gift planning at Chicago Community Trust, and Michael Plant, founder and director of the Happier Lives Institute.
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Focus on Africa - Cyril Ramaphosa re-elected as ANC leader

South Africa's President Ramaphosa breathes a sigh of relief after being re-elected leader of the ruling African National Congress, following a serious challenge by his former Health Minister.

Also, the High Court in London rules the UK Government's asylum plan to send migrants to Rwanda is legal.

And we hear from Senegal's rising music star Samba Peuzzi.

Those stories and more in this podcast with Bola Mosuro.

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The Daily Signal - TOP NEWS | South Dakota Official Ousted Over Tansgender Issue, Democrats Troubled Over End of Title 42, Elon Musk’s Future at Twitter? | Dec. 19

On today’s Daily Signal Top News, we break down:


  • South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem says goodbye to her health secretary, Joan Adam, seemingly over a transgender issue. 
  • The January 6th Committee holds its final meeting.
  • The border crisis is on track to get a lot worse this week with the end of Title 42.
  • Elon Musk’s days as the head of Twitter might be numbered. 
  • The Supreme Court is going to weigh in on President Biden’s student loan forgiveness plan.



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CoinDesk Podcast Network - BREAKDOWN: Audit Firms Don’t Want to Work With Crypto Companies, and That’s a Problem

Mazars and Armanino are getting out of the crypto audit game after a wave of negative PR.

This episode is sponsored by Nexo.io, Circle and Kraken.

On today’s episode, NLW catches up on the latest in the crypto industry, including:

  • Sam Bankman-Fried changes his tune on extradition
  • DCG-owned coins on the move
  • Audit firms ceasing crypto operations 


(CoinDesk is an independent operating subsidiary of DCG.) 

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Kraken, the secure, trusted digital asset exchange, is our sponsor for today's show. Kraken makes it easy to instantly buy 185+ cryptocurrencies with fast, flexible funding options. Your account is covered by regular Proof of Reserves audits, industry-leading security and award-winning Client Engagement, available 24/7. Sign up and trade today at kraken.com/breakdown.

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“The Breakdown” is written, produced by and features Nathaniel Whittemore aka NLW, with editing by Rob Mitchell and research by Scott Hill. Jared Schwartz is our executive producer and our theme music is “Countdown” by Neon Beach. Music behind our sponsors today is “Glasgow” by Falls. Image credit: Feodora Chiosea/Getty Images, modified by CoinDesk. Join the discussion at discord.gg/VrKRrfKCz8.



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