Author: CoinDesk

Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong is doing a whistle-stop tour of the U.K.

The U.S. regulatory crackdown on crypto seems to be having the exact impact that industry advocates feared because some of the largest companies in the space consider relocating to more favorable regulatory regimes. This week, Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong is in the U.K., and told an audience at Fintech Week in London that without regulatory clarity the crypto exchange may have to leave the U.S. 

“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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The most valuable crypto stories for Tuesday, April 17, 2023. 

"The Hash" tackles today's hot topics: SEC Chair Gary Gensler is defending his crypto policies before lawmakers on Capitol Hill. Will it be too late to convince crypto firms to stay in the U.S. instead of moving offshore? Gala Games' v2 airdrop date is announced.

See also:

Congressional Republicans Criticize SEC Chair Gary Gensler's Crypto Approach Ahead of Hearing

Rainbow Helps Users Slide Into the Crypto Economy

Gala Games to Airdrop Version 2 Tokens in May

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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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Time moves faster in crypto. So this week we’re back with a bonus episode on all the lunacy that’s gone down since February.

"Crypto Crooks" is sponsored by Chainalysis.

We’d finished writing and recording this show by February 2023. But February and March were busy months for the Securities and Exchange Commission, the U.S. Department of Justice and the authorities of Montenegro. They’ve all been going after Do Kwon. And they’ve all had some very interesting successes. 

So, we’re back with a bonus episode. We break down everything that’s happened, explore what it reveals about Do Kwon, his empire and his collaborators, and explore the true extent of one of the most brazen cons in modern financial history.

Episode transcripts are available at coindesk.com/podcasts/crypto-crooks. 

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“Crypto Crooks” is a CoinDesk Podcast Production. The executive producer is Jared Schwartz, with additional production by Eleanor Pahl, Nora Battelle, Jonas Huck, and Moon Beast. Fact-checking is by Amber Von Schassen, and sound design and music are by Altus Noumena. This show is written and voiced by David Z. Morris.

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The most valuable crypto stories for Monday, April 17, 2023. 

This episode is sponsored by Filecoin Foundation.

"The Hash" tackles today's hot topics: The Securities and Exchange Commission charges Bittrex and its former CEO With violating federal laws. U.S. Rep. Warren Davidson (R-Ohio) says he'll be introducing a bill to fire SEC boss Gary Gensler. Basketball great Shaquille O'Neal finally gets outmaneuvered and is subpoenaed in the FTX class-action lawsuit. Plus, why Gridless Mining is among CoinDesk's Projects to Watch in 2023.

See also:

Crypto Exchange Bittrex Violated Federal Laws, SEC Charges in Lawsuit

SEC Warned Bittrex of Legal Action Before Firm Announced U.S. Exit: WSJ

Shaquille O'Neal Finally Served FTX Lawsuit: Lawyers

Gridless Is Extending Power to Rural Africa

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Connect with the Filecoin community at the Filecoin Network Base in Austin, April 24-26, ahead of Consensus 2023. Register today at networkbase.io/austin. And find us on the Consensus show floor in the Protocol Village, presented by Filecoin Foundation. 

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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 THEHASH to get 15% off your pass. Visit coindesk.com/consensus.

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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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What seems like common sense rules are seen as “legitimizing” by some who want crypto banned entirely. 

It’s hard to have good faith dialogue about regulation when one group involved in the discussion doesn't think the industry being regulated should even be allowed to exist. That increasingly seems to be the problem with crypto legislation

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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. 

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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This episode is sponsored by Chainalysis.com 

Ian Rogers, chief experience officer for Ledger, joins the podcast to talk about his career in innovation, the importance of security and his long view of the ever-increasing role of digital assets in our lives.

Ian Rogers discusses his early career moves at Winamp, Beats, Apple Music, LVMH and having that "aha" moment when he decided to join Ledger as chief experience officer. He shares his thoughts on digital assets, identity, culture and designing hardware and software systems that protect the valuable items in our lives. Sam and Avery also explore Ian’s long-view approach on building out transformational technology products, and why he’s not worried about minor bull and bear moments in crypto. Listen as Ian talks about the importance of cultural relevance and building brands – Ledger has had recent media success working with Drake and Snoop Dogg.

Links mentioned from the podcast:

• Avenged Sevenfold Tweet discussing TicketPass
• Bitcoin Bling: Drake Is Latest Rapper to Flex Iced-Out Ledger Wallet
• Ledger Website
• Ian's Twitter
• Winamp

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If you wondered whether the NYT has a political vendetta against bitcoin, look no further.

This week’s “Long Reads Sunday” looks at three refutations of the piece, by:

David Z Morris

Daniel Batten 

Margot Paez

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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. 

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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NLW looks at the discussion around Ethereum following this week’s Shapella upgrade.

This week on the “Weekly Recap,” NLW looks at the Shapella upgrade, including emergent narratives around institutional investment, as well as checking in on the FTX bankruptcy estate and previewing the House Financial Services Committee oversight hearing with Securities and Exchange Commission Chair Gary Gensler next week. 

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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. 

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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This episode is sponsored by Filecoin Foundation.

A roundup of the week’s most valuable crypto stories for Saturday, April 15, 2023. 

Missed any episodes of “The Hash” this week? Today’s recap episode will get you caught up.

“Hash Headlines” rounds up this week’s headline stories, including:

• Bitcoin Mining Impact Debate Resurfaces
• Crypto-Related Stocks Spike on Bitcoin's Price Rally
• Not a Surprise That Warren Buffett Still Hates Bitcoin
• A Bitcoin Whale Makes Big Move

Links to the headlines:  

Bitcoin Approaches $30K, Reaching Highest Price Since June

Warren Buffett Calls Bitcoin a 'Gambling Token'

Large Bitcoin Investor Sent $330M in BTC to Bitfinex Exchange Before Price Dropped Below $30K: Blockchain Data

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

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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 THEHASH to get 15% off your pass. Visit coindesk.com/consensus.

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The most valuable crypto stories for Friday, April 14, 2023. 

This episode is sponsored by Filecoin Foundation.

"The Hash" tackles today's hot topics:  What a look at balance sheets of the world's top central banks could mean for the outlook for risk assets like bitcoin. The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is considering reopening a proposal that would fold in oversight of decentralized finance (DeFi) exchanges. A new Pew Research study shows that a majority of Americans are not confident in crypto.  Plus, why Solana is selling a new smartphone.

See also:

World's Most Influential Central Banks' Balance Sheets Look to Have Troughed

U.S. SEC Moves Toward DeFi Oversight as It Reopens Proposed Regulations

Chia Network Submits Registration to U.S. SEC For Proposed IPO

Popular Tea Shop Boba Guys Taps Solana for On-Chain Loyalty Rewards Program

Solana’s Crypto-Ready ‘Saga’ Smartphone Goes on Sale May 8

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Connect with the Filecoin community at the Filecoin Network Base in Austin, April 24-26, ahead of Consensus 2023. Register today at networkbase.io/austin. And find us on the Consensus show floor in the Protocol Village, presented by Filecoin Foundation. 

See you in Austin! 

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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 THEHASH to get 15% off your pass. Visit coindesk.com/consensus.

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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.”

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.