Author: CoinDesk

The most valuable crypto stories for Friday, April 28, 2023. 

"The Hash" hosts are live at Consensus 2023 in Austin, Texas, discussing the biggest stories shaping the crypto industry today, including Jack Dorsey's fintech-payments company Block recently bought a large number of bitcoin mining chips from Intel. Special guests include Bermuda Premier David Burt, Toonstar CEO John Attanasio, and "Space Junk" Creator Dominic Russo.

See also:

Jack Dorsey's Block Snaps Up Bitcoin Mining Chip as Intel Winds Down Production

Bermuda Premier David Burt: 'Nobody Is Coming to Bermuda to Flee Regulation'

Web3 Entertainment Studio Toonstar to Release NFT-Backed TV Series ‘Space Junk’

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This episode has been edited by Ryan Huntington. The senior producer is Michele Musso and the executive producer is Jared Schwartz. Our theme song is “Neon Beach.”

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This episode is sponsored by EY and Brave. 

“Money Reimagined” comes to you from the Brave Podcast Studio at Consensus 2023. Brave is the privacy browser used by almost 60 million people worldwide. It has everything you need to stay safe online. Check them out at brave.com.

Sheila Warren is live from Consensus 2023 in Austin, Texas, talking to Magatte Wade, author, entrepreneur and CEO of “Skin Is Skin,” focusing on creating positive change in Africa.

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Skin Is Skin

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EY blockchain solutions can transform the business lifecycle for digital ecosystems, by promoting trust, transparency, privacy and efficiency. EY: Helping you build a better working world. Find out more at blockchain.ey.com

Brave is the privacy browser used by almost 60 million people worldwide. The built-in Brave Wallet is your secure passport to Web3. It supports over 100 chains, fiat purchases, swaps, NFTs, and even connects with other wallets and DApps. All right in your browser. No risky extensions, no spoofing. Learn more at brave.com/wallet.

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Money Reimagined has been produced by senior producer Michele Musso, edited by Ryan Huntington and our executive producer is Jared Schwartz. Our theme song is “AITA” by Neon Beach.

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The most valuable crypto stories for Thursday, April 27, 2023. 

"The Hash" is live from Consensus in Austin, Texas, discussing the biggest headlines shaping the crypto industry today, including former executives from Andreessen Horowitz (a16z) starting an institutional-focused cryptocurrency custody firm, according to a CoinDesk source. Plus, a bipartisan bill introduced in both the U.S. Senate and House of Representatives would call for the federal government to study crypto use cases for illegal activity and provide recommendations on how to mitigate these uses.

See also:

Ex-a16z Engineering and Security Heavyweights to Start Crypto Custody Firm: Source

Reintroduced Congressional Bill Would Call for Feds to Study Terrorist Uses for Crypto

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This episode has been edited by Ryan Huntington. The senior producer is Michele Musso and the executive producer is Jared Schwartz. Our theme song is “Neon Beach.”

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It’s truly the time to “seize” Consensus.

On “Carpe Consensus,” hosts Ben Schiller, Danny Nelson and Cam Thompson sit down for a live, in-person conversation on all things Consensus 2023. 

• [2:10] Inside the Desk: Cam’s been on a deep dive into Web3 with “Here Comes Everybody: Consumer Web3 Is Having Its Moment” and Danny’s been focused on the latest from Circle.
• [5:56] The hosts take a vibe check from the first day at Consensus, from speaker turnout to company presence.
• [20:05] Cam’s Corner: Conversations are swirling on the conference floor about whether Web3 should break away from the rest of crypto. Cam weighs in.

Brave is the privacy browser used by almost 60 million people worldwide. The built-in Brave Wallet is your secure passport to Web3. It supports over 100 chains, fiat purchases, swaps, NFTs, and even connects with other wallets and DApps. All right in your browser. No risky extensions, no spoofing. Learn more at brave.com/wallet.

“Carpe Consensus” is executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced and edited by Eleanor Pahl.

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The most valuable crypto stories for Wednesday, April 26, 2023. 

"The Hash" is live from Consensus in Austin, Texas, discussing the biggest headlines shaping the crypto industry today, including The Bahamas seeking to tighten its crypto laws in the wake of the collapse of FTX. The failed crypto exchange's headquarters was in the Caribbean nation. Special guests include PROOF CEO Kevin Rose and Warner Music Group Chief Digital Officer Oana Ruxandra.

See also:

Bahamas Seeks to Tighten Its Crypto Laws Following FTX Collapse

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This episode has been edited by Ryan Huntington. The senior producer is Michele Musso and the executive producer is Jared Schwartz. Our theme song is “Neon Beach.”

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Kevin Worth discusses Consensus 2023, the state of the industry and how vital crypto media is to the future of money.

It’s day one of Consensus 2023. Who’s here? What are the most important conversations underway?

Kevin Worth and Jared Schwartz, executive producer of podcasts, assess the macro crypto environment and how it impacts discussions at the conference.

Brave is the privacy browser used by almost 60 million people worldwide. The built-in Brave Wallet is your secure passport to Web3. It supports over 100 chains, fiat purchases, swaps, NFTs, and even connects with other wallets and DApps. All right in your browser. No risky extensions, no spoofing. Learn more at brave.com/wallet.

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The most valuable crypto stories for Monday, April 24, 2023. 

"The Hash" tackles today's hot topics: Jailed Terra founder Do Kwon says the SEC's securities lawsuit against him is unfounded. Zimbabwe plans to roll out a gold-backed digital currency. A legal victory for Bored Ape Yacht Club NFTs against copycats.

See also:

Terra's Do Kwon Wants SEC Charges Dismissed, Court Filings Show

Zimbabwe to Introduce Gold-Backed Digital Currency: Report

Judge Rules in Favor of Yuga Labs Over Bored Ape Yacht Club NFT Copycats

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This episode has been edited by Ryan Huntington. The senior producer is Michele Musso and the executive producer is Jared Schwartz. Our theme song is “Neon Beach.”

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This episode is sponsored by Chainalysis.com 

Ciara Byrne, vice president of new business innovation at Condé Nast joins the podcast to discuss the many ways the publishing company has experimented with the metaverse, digital art and digital collectibles through brands including GQ and Vogue. “Gen C” is sponsored by Chainalysis.

Ciara Byrne discusses her journey from Google, where she focused primarily on DoubleClick, to Condé Nast’s incubator, where she works to build new business streams, shifting away from traditional advertising models. During her time at Condé, she’s launched multiple metaverse experiences and non-fungible token (NFT) collections celebrating art, fashion and music. Listen as Ciara discusses her approach to Web3, and how strategy and brand authenticity play a big role in the success of each brand.

Links mentioned from the podcast:

• Jack Dorsey-Backed Decentralized Social Network Bluesky Gets 30,000 Signups in 48 Hours
• Nike Is Releasing Its First Digital Sneaker Collection on .Swoosh
• Vogue Singapore NFT Collection
• Club Vogue Singapore
• PhotoVogue Collection
• Ciara’s Twitter

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Join the most important conversation in crypto and Web3 at Consensus 2023, happening April 26-28 in Austin, Texas. Come and immerse yourself in all that Web3, crypto, blockchain and the metaverse have to offer. Use code GENC to get 15% off your pass. Visit coindesk.com/consensus.

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The just-passed legislation puts the European Union in a leadership position.

On this week’s “Long Reads Sunday,” NLW reads:Why the EU Has MiCA and the US Has Securities Laws Confusion - Daniel Kuhn 

Is Europe’s MiCA a Template for Global Crypto Regulation - Dea Markova

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“The Breakdown” is written, produced and narrated by Nathaniel Whittemore aka NLW, with editing by Michele Musso and research by Scott Hill. Jared Schwartz is our executive producer and our theme music is “Countdown” by Neon Beach. Music behind our sponsor today is “Foothill Blvd” by Sam Barsh. Image credit: by CoinDesk. 

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Join the most important conversation in crypto and Web3 at Consensus 2023, happening April 26-28 in Austin, Texas. Come and immerse yourself in all that Web3, crypto, blockchain and the metaverse have to offer. Use code BREAKDOWN to get 15% off your pass. Visit consensus.coindesk.com.

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U.S. crypto leaders are heading offshore due to unclear rules and regulatory capture by the Securities and Exchange Commission.

This week Coinbase was on tour in the U.K. and also announced a new Bermuda license, through which it will supposedly soon announce a new derivatives offering. NLW recaps the contrast between the increasingly open arms from the rest of the world and the cold aggressive stance of U.S. regulators. 

“The Breakdown” is written, produced and narrated by Nathaniel Whittemore aka NLW, with editing by Michele Musso and research by Scott Hill. Jared Schwartz is our executive producer and our theme music is “Countdown” by Neon Beach. Music behind our sponsor today is “Foothill Blvd” by Sam Barsh. Image credit: by CoinDesk. 

Join the discussion at discord.gg/VrKRrfKCz8.

Join the most important conversation in crypto and Web3 at Consensus 2023, happening April 26-28 in Austin, Texas. Come and immerse yourself in all that Web3, crypto, blockchain and the metaverse have to offer. Use code BREAKDOWN to get 15% off your pass. Visit consensus.coindesk.com.

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