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According to Chair Jerome Powell, the fight against inflation isn’t anywhere near done. 

This episode is sponsored by Nexo.io, Chainalysis and FTX US.

Each year, U.S. central bankers gather in Jackson Hole, Wyoming, to discuss big-picture changes in medium- and long-term monetary policy and the economy. This year, the markets have been watching extra closely for signals about whether the Federal Reserve would be taking a turn to the dovish. 

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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 “The Now” by Aaron Sprinkle and “The Life We Had” by Moments. Image credit: Matt Anderson Photography/Getty Images, modified by CoinDesk. Join the discussion at discord.gg/VrKRrfKCz8.

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The most valuable crypto stories for Friday, Aug. 26, 2022.

Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell is doubling down on his intent to aggressively hike interest rates in a bid to bring inflation down. Plus, a closer look at the three-day metaverse conference underway in China.

See also: Federal Reserve’s Powell: Inflation Battle Not Yet Close to Finished

Bitcoin Tumbles Below $21K After Powell’s Hawkish Remarks

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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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This episode is sponsored by Circle and NEAR.

The massive web of regulations that entangle the legacy financial sector have been, in the recent past, a guidepost for governors to apply to the crypto industry. But the argument for many in the crypto community is that those same rules aren’t really applicable to crypto and decentralized finance (DeFi), especially without considerable changes. 

As the industry matures and seeks more clarity concerning governance and regulation, larger questions arise for the future of crypto commerce. How do we appropriately assess risk in new systems? Should regulators impose stricter constraints on crypto’s centralized finance sector?

Who has regulatory authority over which assets and why?

Today on “Money Reimagined,” host Sheila Warren  examines alternative frameworks for regulation and world banking with Jai Massari, co-founder and chief legal officer of Lightspark; and Alexandra Barrage, partner at Davis Wright Tremaine, who also previously worked at the Federal Deposit Insurance Corp. 

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This episode was produced and edited by Michele Musso with announcements by Adam B. Levine and our executive producer is Jared Schwartz. The theme song is “Shepard.”

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The stablecoin issuer says it won’t blacklist addresses unless law enforcement specifically asks it to do so.

This episode is sponsored by Nexo.io, Chainalysis and FTX US.

On today’s episode, NLW looks at the latest news on Tornado Cash sanctions. Specifically, he looks at Tether’s announcement this week that the stablecoin issuer would not blacklist addresses from Tornado Cash unless U.S. law enforcement specifically asked it to do so. 

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Nexo is a security-first platform where you can buy, exchange and borrow against your crypto. The company safeguards your crypto by relying on five key fundamentals including real-time auditing and insurance on custodial assets. Learn more at nexo.io.

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Chainalysis is the blockchain data platform. We provide data, software, services and research to government agencies, exchanges, financial institutions and insurance and cybersecurity companies. Our data powers investigation, compliance and market intelligence software that has been used to solve some of the world’s most high-profile criminal cases. For more information, visit www.chainalysis.com.

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I.D.E.A.S. 2022 by CoinDesk facilitates capital flow and market growth by connecting the digital economy with traditional finance through the presenter’s mainstage, capital allocation meeting rooms and sponsor expo floor. Use code BREAKDOWN20 for 20% off the General Pass. Learn more and register at coindesk.com/ideas.

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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 “The Now” by Aaron Sprinkle and “The Life We Had” by Moments. Image credit: sesame/Getty Images, modified by CoinDesk. Join the discussion at discord.gg/VrKRrfKCz8.

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The most valuable crypto stories for Thursday, Aug. 25, 2022.

According to a statement shared with CoinDesk, Bitcoin Depot, the world's largest operator of crypto ATMs, plans to go public via a SPAC merger valued at an estimated $885 million. Plus, "The Hash" team reacts to Bored Ape non-fungible token (NFT) images being printed on M&M candies in a limited-edition release.

See also:  Crypto ATM Operator Bitcoin Depot to List on Nasdaq in $885M SPAC Deal

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As President Joe Biden prepares to approve student debt relief, 59% of Americans are worried doing so will increase inflation.

This episode is sponsored by Nexo.io, Chainalysis and FTX US.

According to reports, U.S. President Joe Biden is about to finally take action on student debt relief, wiping away $10,000 in federal debt for those making less than $125,000 a year (or $250,000 as a married couple). While the debate started on the campaign trail in 2020 as one of economic fairness and justice, today it is almost entirely about the potential impacts on inflation.

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Nexo is a security-first platform where you can buy, exchange and borrow against your crypto. The company safeguards your crypto by relying on five key fundamentals including real-time auditing and insurance on custodial assets. Learn more at nexo.io.

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Chainalysis is the blockchain data platform. We provide data, software, services and research to government agencies, exchanges, financial institutions and insurance and cybersecurity companies. Our data powers investigation, compliance and market intelligence software that has been used to solve some of the world’s most high-profile criminal cases. For more information, visit www.chainalysis.com.

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FTX US is the safe, regulated way to buy Bitcoin, ETH, SOL and other digital assets. Trade crypto with up to 85% lower fees than top competitors and trade ETH and SOL NFTs with no gas fees and subsidized gas on withdrawals. Sign up at FTX.US today.

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I.D.E.A.S. 2022 by CoinDesk facilitates capital flow and market growth by connecting the digital economy with traditional finance through the presenter’s mainstage, capital allocation meeting rooms and sponsor expo floor. Use code BREAKDOWN20 for 20% off the General Pass. Learn more and register at coindesk.com/ideas.

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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 “The Now” by Aaron Sprinkle and “The Life We Had” by Moments. Image credit: Nuthawut Somsuk/Getty Images, modified by CoinDesk. Join the discussion at discord.gg/VrKRrfKCz8.

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The most valuable crypto stories for Wednesday, Aug. 24, 2022.

"The Hash" team talks about a defamation lawsuit filed against YouTuber "Atozy” by fellow  YouTuber Ben Armstrong, whose videos are produced under the moniker "BitBoy Crypto," 

Plus, Bloomberg reports former Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Chairman Jay Clayton is joining Electric Capital as an advisor.

See also:  YouTuber vs. YouTuber: BitBoy Crypto Sues Atozy for Defamation

BitBoy Lost His Lawsuit the Instant He Filed It

Ex-SEC Chair Jay Clayton Joins Crypto Investor Electric Capital as Adviser: Report

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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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The most valuable crypto stories for Tuesday, Aug. 23, 2022.

"The Hash" team discusses a recent op-ed in the Wall Street Journal by Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Chair Gary Gensler. Plus, Tom Brady's Autograph.io is launching a new interactive experience for fans.

See also: Former CFTC Chair: Here's How SEC and CFTC Can Work Together to Regulate Crypto

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A new op-ed in the Wall Street Journal extends the SEC head’s argument that crypto is just like any other type of financial asset.

This episode is sponsored by Nexo.io, Chainalysis and FTX US.

Today on “The Breakdown,” NLW explores Securities and Exchange Commission Chair Gary Gensler’s latest op-ed on crypto regulation, in the Wall Street Journal. NLW also explores whether conservative accusations of overreach are moving a crypto industry battle into the political mainstream. 

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Nexo is a security-first platform where you can buy, exchange and borrow against your crypto. The company safeguards your crypto by relying on five key fundamentals including real-time auditing and insurance on custodial assets. Learn more at nexo.io.

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Chainalysis is the blockchain data platform. We provide data, software, services and research to government agencies, exchanges, financial institutions and insurance and cybersecurity companies. Our data powers investigation, compliance and market intelligence software that has been used to solve some of the world’s most high-profile criminal cases. For more information, visit www.chainalysis.com.

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FTX US is the safe, regulated way to buy Bitcoin, ETH, SOL and other digital assets. Trade crypto with up to 85% lower fees than top competitors and trade ETH and SOL NFTs with no gas fees and subsidized gas on withdrawals. Sign up at FTX.US today.

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I.D.E.A.S. 2022 by CoinDesk facilitates capital flow and market growth by connecting the digital economy with traditional finance through the presenter’s mainstage, capital allocation meeting rooms and sponsor expo floor. Use code BREAKDOWN20 for 20% off the General Pass. Learn more and register at coindesk.com/ideas.

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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 “The Now” by Aaron Sprinkle and “The Life We Had” by Moments. Image credit: Bill Clark-Pool/Getty Images, modified by CoinDesk. Join the discussion at discord.gg/VrKRrfKCz8.

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The most valuable crypto stories for Monday, Aug. 22, 2022.

 "The Hash" team discusses the GitHub data report, by Yearn Finance developer “banteg,” that the decentralized exchange (DEX) Uniswap has blocked 253 crypto addresses that were apparently linked to the sanctioned privacy tool Tornado Cash or possible to stolen funds. Also the team takes a closer look at the protest against a Tornado Cash developer's arrest in the Netherlands. 

See also: Popular Uniswap Frontend Blocks Over 250 Crypto Addresses Related to DeFi Crimes

Tornado Cash Developer's Arrest in the Netherlands Draws Community Protest

#FreeAlexPertsev: Protests Planned for Amsterdam Following Tornado Cash Developer’s Arrest

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