The latest price moves and insights with Helene Braun and Matt Hougan, Chief Investment Officer at Bitwise.
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On "Markets Daily," CIO of Bitwise, Matt Hougan, joins Markets Daily with insights on the recent trends in crypto assets, focusing on Bitcoin and Ether, and how ETFs have influenced their trading volumes. It credits the success of Bitcoin ETFs to making Bitcoin more accessible to a broader investor base. Hougan also explores Bitcoin's volatility and its potential to reach new highs, while addressing the outflows from Grayscale's GBTC and the chance for reduced fees. Additionally, the impact of Fed Chair Jerome Powell's upcoming speech is considered less significant than the effects of ETF inflows and the Bitcoin halving event on Bitcoin's price.
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Bitcoin ETFs have contributed to increased trading volumes and accessibility of Bitcoin to a wider range of investors.
Bitcoin's volatility is seen as part of a fixed channel, and the expectation is that it will surpass its previous all-time high.
Outflows from Grayscale's GBTC are attributed to the availability of lower-cost products and the need for investors to do due diligence.
The introduction of an Ethereum ETF may be more beneficial after the market has had time to digest Bitcoin ETFs.
The flows into ETFs and the Bitcoin halving are expected to have a greater impact on Bitcoin's price than the actions of the Fed.
Consensus 2024 is where experts convene to discuss ideas shaping our digital future. Join developers, investors, founders, brands, policymakers and more in Austin, Texas from May 29-31. The tenth annual Consensus is curated by CoinDesk to feature the industry’s most sought-after speakers, unparalleled networking opportunities and unforgettable experiences. Take 15% off registration with the code MD15.
This episode was hosted by Helene Braun. “Markets Daily” is produced and edited by senior producer Michele Musso, and executive producer Jared Schwartz alongside Senior Booker, Melissa Montañez—all original music by Doc Blust and Colin Mealey.
On March 20, Fortune reported that the SEC was investigating the Ethereum Foundation and was looking for legal ways to label ETH as a security.
Sam Enzer, partner at Cahill Gordon & Reindel, and Greg Strong, partner at DLx Law joined Laura to discuss everything about the investigation and its implications.
The guests speculate about the hidden motivations behind the SEC's investigation and discuss the likelihood of the approval of spot Ether ETFs. They also discuss the recent ruling in the SEC vs Coinbase case, where the judge dismissed claims that Coinbase's wallet was acting as an unregistered brokerage, but allowed the rest of the suit to proceed.
Lastly, they touch on the devastating impact on the crypto industry if the SEC were to win a case alleging ETHer is a security and what they are looking out for in the next couple of weeks and months.
Show highlights:
Whether the investigation into the Ethereum Foundation is confirmed and why the SEC would do this
Why Sam Enzer believes that the SEC would be "utterly wrong and ridiculous" in alleging ETH is a security
Whether the number of people working on Ethereum could make the argument that it is decentralized
How would the SEC justify that ETH is a security and whether the Foundation is running Ethereum’s managerial efforts
Whether the SEC is looking for evidence to deny spot ether ETFs
Why SEC chair Gary Gensler has changed his mind on many of his previous stances regarding crypto assets and whether he's acting in good faith
The ongoing battle between the SEC and the CFTC and the need for Congress to regulate the industry
What the possible outcome of this investigation could be, and whether we'll have a court case soon
What the impact would be if ETH were classified a security
Whether Prometheum could launch its platform offering custody of ETH as a security before an SEC designation
Why Sam believes that the spot ETH ETFs will be denied on May 23rd
How the SEC has already made up its mind even before gathering the facts, according to Sam
Whether the recent judgment on Coinbase's case affects the potential case against the EF
Whether Ethereum transactions are security transactions, and the difference between primary and secondary sales
What to expect in terms of regulation and enforcement actions in the short term, given the number of cases at the moment
Unchained Podcast is Produced by Laura Shin Media, LLC. Distributed by CoinDesk. Senior Producer is Michele Musso and Executive Producer is Jared Schwartz.
Host Jennifer Sanasie breaks down the latest news in the crypto industry from the drop in bitcoin's price to the latest on FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried.
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"CoinDesk Daily" host Jennifer Sanasie breaks down the biggest headlines impacting the crypto industry today, as meme coins flourish on Degen Chain, a new layer-3 blockchain built on top of Base. Plus, Roman Storm's legal team filed a motion to dismiss the criminal indictment against the Tornado Cash developer. And, a federal judge has rejected Custodia Bank's argument that it is entitled to a Federal Reserve master account.
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Consensus is where experts convene to talk about the ideas shaping our digital future. Join developers, investors, founders, brands, policymakers and more in Austin, Texas from May 29-31. The tenth annual Consensus is curated by CoinDesk to feature the industry’s most sought-after speakers, unparalleled networking opportunities and unforgettable experiences. Register now at consensus.coindesk.com.
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This episode was hosted by Jennifer Sanasie. “First Mover” is produced by Jennifer Sanasie and Melissa Montañez and edited by Victor Chen.
The latest price moves and insights with Jennifer Sanasie and Taxbit Senior Director of Government Solutions Miles Fuller.
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On "Markets Daily," Taxbit Senior Director of Government Solutions Miles Fuller explains everything investors need to know before filing their crypto taxes, including potential deductions from losses in previous years and how recent developments in bankruptcies could affect tax liabilities. Plus, insights on the latest IRS guidelines and stress relief during tax season.
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Consensus is where experts convene to talk about the ideas shaping our digital future. Join developers, investors, founders, brands, policymakers and more in Austin, Texas from May 29-31. The tenth annual Consensus is curated by CoinDesk to feature the industry’s most sought-after speakers, unparalleled networking opportunities and unforgettable experiences. Take 15% off registration with the code MD15. Register now at consensus.coindesk.com.
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This episode was hosted by Jennifer Sanasie. “Markets Daily” is executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced and edited by Victor Chen, alongside Senior Booking Producer Melissa Montañez. All original music by Doc Blust and Colin Mealey.
Luxor's Matt Williams on a new era for miners and traditional finance integration
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Matt Williams of Luxor discusses the launch of their hashrate futures product, bridging traditional finance and mining. They explore the need for miners to hedge volatility, the process of creating mining derivatives, and future possibilities like options contracts and transaction fee hedging.
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"The Mining Pod" is produced by Sunnyside Honey LLC with Senior Producer, Damien Somerset. Distributed by CoinDesk with Senior Producer Michele Musso and Executive Producer Jared Schwartz.
Host Jennifer Sanasie breaks down the latest news in the crypto industry from the surging volumes on the Degen Chain to the legal battle between Custodia Bank and the Fed.
To get the show every day, follow the podcast here.
"CoinDesk Daily" host Jennifer Sanasie breaks down the biggest headlines impacting the crypto industry today, as meme coins flourish on Degen Chain, a new layer-3 blockchain built on top of Base. Plus, Roman Storm's legal team filed a motion to dismiss the criminal indictment against the Tornado Cash developer. And, a federal judge has rejected Custodia Bank's argument that it is entitled to a Federal Reserve master account.
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Consensus is where experts convene to talk about the ideas shaping our digital future. Join developers, investors, founders, brands, policymakers and more in Austin, Texas from May 29-31. The tenth annual Consensus is curated by CoinDesk to feature the industry’s most sought-after speakers, unparalleled networking opportunities and unforgettable experiences. Register now at consensus.coindesk.com.
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This episode was hosted by Jennifer Sanasie. “First Mover” is produced by Jennifer Sanasie and Melissa Montañez and edited by Victor Chen.
The latest price moves and insights with Jennifer Sanasie and Emerging Assets Group director of research Bill Noble.
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On "Markets Daily," Emerging Assets Group director of research Bill Noble discusses his bitcoin price outlook and whether the upcoming halving will differ from the previous ones given the success of spot bitcoin ETFs. Plus, insights on the recent meme coin frenzy and the role of real-world assets and DeFi in the future of finance.
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Consensus is where experts convene to talk about the ideas shaping our digital future. Join developers, investors, founders, brands, policymakers and more in Austin, Texas from May 29-31. The tenth annual Consensus is curated by CoinDesk to feature the industry’s most sought-after speakers, unparalleled networking opportunities and unforgettable experiences. Take 15% off registration with the code MD15. Register now at consensus.coindesk.com.
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This episode was hosted by Jennifer Sanasie. “Markets Daily” is executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced and edited by Victor Chen, alongside Senior Booking Producer Melissa Montañez. All original music by Doc Blust and Colin Mealey.
Co-Founders of MITH, Natalie Bruss and Michelle Sanchez, discuss how they’re reimagining fan engagement in a hyperconnected era.
Natalie Bruss and Michelle Sanchez, co-founders of MITH, join the podcast to discuss their new creator platform that aims to transform the relationship between creators and fans. With deep backgrounds in talent management, events, and venture capital, they share insights on empowering creators to build direct connections with their most engaged audiences, leveraging blockchain for verifiable digital experiences, and the role of AI in enhancing creative workflows and fan interactions.
Consensus is where experts convene to talk about the ideas shaping our digital future. Join developers, investors, founders, brands, policymakers and more in Austin, Texas from May 29-31. The tenth annual Consensus is curated by CoinDesk to feature the industry’s most sought-after speakers, unparalleled networking opportunities and unforgettable experiences. Take 15% off registration with the code GENC15. Register now at consensus.coindesk.com.
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"Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni. 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.
Sreeram Kannan, the founder of Eigenlayer, discusses the initial 'training wheels' phase for Eigen DA, a data availability service, and the implementation of slashing and market mechanisms.
In this installment of "The Protocol," hosts Brad Keoun, the founding editor of The Protocol Newsletter, and tech journalists Sam Kessler and Margaux Nijkerk, dive into the innovative world of Eigenlayer. They explore the decentralized trust network's vision and technology in a conversation with Sreeram Kannan, the founder of EigenLayer.
The roadmap for Eigenlayer includes the launch of Eigen DA, a data availability service, and the implementation of slashing and market mechanisms. The project is currently on track for a mainnet launch in early Q2.
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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.
Sam Bankman-Fried (SBF), FTX's co-founder, was sentenced to 25 years in prison and $11 billion in forfeiture for massive fraud, marking a historic moment in the crypto industry. Judge Lewis Kaplan emphasized the sentence's necessity due to Bankman-Fried's risk-oriented decision-making philosophy known as “expected value” and lack of remorse.
Sam Enzer joined Unchained to unpack the sentencing, discussing the fairness of the length, explaining how the $11 billion forfeiture would work and how it’s different from the bankruptcy proceedings. Additionally, Enzer provided insights into the kind of prison SBF would end up in and into the three-year supervised release SBF will face after his prison term. The conversation further delved into the broader impact of the sentencing on the crypto industry, suggesting it could signify the end of a dark chapter.
Show highlights:
Whether the 25-year sentence is fair, according to Sam
What the $11 billion in forfeiture means for SBF
Whether the assets of SBF actually belong to the FTX estate
Where SBF will likely go to prison and why Sam believes that SBF will not go to a maximum security prison
When the clock starts ticking for the 25-year sentence
Why SBF will not be eligible for parole and whether he could get "good time credit"
What the defense will attempt in appealing the conviction
What types of behavior could get SBF enough credit to appeal for a reduced sentence
Why SBF will have to be supervised for three years after his release
How SBF’s philosophy about “expected value,” was the theme of the crime, according to Judge Kaplan
Whether the co-conspirators, such as Caroline Ellison, will be sentenced and serve in prison
Why Sam says that the sentencing represented "the closing of a dark chapter" in crypto
Unchained Podcast is Produced by Laura Shin Media, LLC. Distributed by CoinDesk. Senior Producer is Michele Musso and Executive Producer is Jared Schwartz.
