Bitcoin.com Weekly Update Podcast

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Bitcoin's Record-Breaking Hash Rate Sets the Stage: Bitcoin.com Weekly Update

In this week's Bitcoin.com Weekly Update hosted by Corbin Fraser, the focus is on Bitcoin's all-time high, surpassing the $72k mark and representing a staggering 40% increase in value in just under a week, with Bitcoin miners hitting subsequent all-time highs in hashrate. Other highlights include: Michael Saylor's continued investment in Bitcoin through Microstrategy, the London Stock Exchange's readiness to accept applications for Bitcoin and Ethereum ETNs, El Salvador's innovative use of B...

Exchange Rate Manipulation?: Bitcoin.com Weekly Update

In this week's Bitcoin.com Weekly Update hosted by Corbin Fraser, he discusses the tumultuous landscape of cryptocurrency, starting with Nigeria's financial crisis and its repercussions on the crypto sphere. As the Naira plummets, Nigeria responds with heavy-handed measures against crypto exchanges, including arresting Binance executives and attempting to ban crypto trading platforms. Other highlights include: Coinbase's technical issues during Bitcoin's surge, Bitcoin's evolving role as a p...

Bitcoin's $60K Surge - Meta in Sight: Bitcoin.com Weekly Update

In this week's Bitcoin.com Weekly Update hosted by Corbin Fraser, the crypto community is buzzing with excitement over Bitcoin's remarkable ascent past the $60,000 barrier, a significant milestone that positions it on the verge of surpassing Meta's market value. Additionally, Bitcoin.com's welcomes Corbin Fraser as the new CEO, a move that coincides with Bitcoin's price rally, promising an era of growth and innovation for the platform. Other highlights include: Argentina's President Javier M...

March 1, 2024 - Weekly Update

Robert Kiyosaki Predicts Bitcoin to Hit 100K: Bitcoin.com Weekly Update

This week's Bitcoin.com Weekly Update for February 23, 2024 with Corbin Fraser delves into several significant crypto space developments - such as Robert Kiyosaki's 100k bitcoin prediction and Edward Snowden calling Bitcoin the most significant monetary advancement "since coinage." Other highlights include: Sam Bankman-Fried's life post-incarceration, the rapid growth of AI crypto assets with a market value increase of over $10 billion, an immersive Undeads Metaverse game on the Ethereum blo...

A Revolutionary Bitcoin Halving: Bitcoin.com Weekly Update

This week's Bitcoin.com Weekly Update, hosted by Corbin Fraser on February 16, 2024, delves into several pivotal moments within the current cryptocurrency landscape - including the much-anticipated Bitcoin halving event, the crypto community's response to Hillary Clinton's Bitcoin opinions, and Dave Ramsey's skepticism towards crypto as an investment. Key highlights also include: the introduction of new governance proposals for Verse token holders, bitcoin's recent price increase, and a new ...

February 16, 2024 - Bitcoin.com Weekly Update

Bitcoin's Big Leap - $250K Predicted Post-Halving

In the latest Bitcoin.com Weekly Update hosted by Corbin Fraser on February 9, 2024, the cryptocurrency universe is buzzing with significant developments. Scott Melker, "The Wolf Of All Street," announces his latest Bitcoin price predictions, backed by historical data and similar bullish forecasts from industry influencers like Anthony Scaramucci and Tim Draper. Verse introduces exciting community engagement including a Lunar New Year contest with the chance to win $888 and a unique opportun...

Richard Bove Says USD Finished as Reserve Currency, Expects China's Rise: Bitcoin.com Weekly Update

Tune into the Bitcoin.com Weekly News Update with host Corbin Fraser for insightful analysis on the latest in crypto. This week's episode, airing February 2, 2024, covers a range of topics from Bitcoin's market movements to new developments in the blockchain space. Corbin offers a unique libertarian perspective on major stories including the buzz around Ethereum ETFs, Iran's push for a common currency, and an upcoming BCH conference. Key highlights this week include Jupiter's airdrop on Sola...

Crypto's New Frontier - AI Buyers, IRS Moves, SEI’s Big Leap: Bitcoin.com Weekly Update

Join Corbin Fraser on the Bitcoin.com Weekly Update for January 26, 2024, as he dives into a host of fascinating topics shaping the crypto universe. This week's lineup includes AI's potential role as a major player in cryptocurrency, signaled by Palantir co-founder Joe Lonsdale. The IRS also makes headlines with revised digital asset questions on tax forms, impacting everyone in the crypto space. The episode further delves into the significant financial movements in the ETF sphere, with Gray...

Bitcoin.com News : Bitcoin Whales Awake $2B on the move! Crypto Market Updates, ETFs, Stables & More

Tune into the Bitcoin.com Weekly News Update with host Corbin Fraser for insightful analysis on the latest in crypto. This week's episode, airing January 19, 2024, covers a range of topics from Bitcoin's market movements to new developments in the blockchain space. Corbin offers a unique libertarian perspective on major stories including the awakening of $2 billion in Bitcoin, the Federal Reserve's impact on financial markets, and the rise of Bitcoin ETFs. Key highlights this week include a ...

Bitcoin ETFs Approved, Bitcoin Price Predictions, ETH is Rallying : The Bitcoin.com Weekly Update

This week's Bitcoin.com Weekly Update covers the historic launch of US spot bitcoin ETFs, the SEC approving 11 spot bitcoin ETFs in a regulatory stampede, veteran trader Peter Brandt's warning of a "buy the rumor, sell the news" scenario, Robert Kiyosaki's ultra-bullish $150K bitcoin prediction as he buys more, Ethereum stealing the spotlight with a 9% rally, and the massive $4.6 billion in trading volume for spot bitcoin ETFs on day one. Join host Corbin Fraser as he analyzes these top bitc...

Coinbase to launch NFT marketplace : The Bitcoin.com News Weekly Recap

Watch the latest Bitcoin.com News Weekly Recap where we touch on Coinbase’s upcoming NFT marketplace, the United States taking the global lead in bitcoin mining amidst the China crypto crackdown, Edward Snowden calling CBDCs “cryptofascist currency,” and more.   Links:   Coinbase launching NFT marketplace with social features https://news.bitcoin.com/coinbase-launching-nft-marketplace-social-features/ Bitcoin price rises as US takes lead mining position https://news.bitcoin.com/geograph...

Bitcoin ETF approval expected by month‘s end : The Bitcoin.com News Weekly Recap

  Watch the latest Bitcoin.com News Weekly Recap where we touch on bitcoin price in light of predicted ETF approvals, SEC chairman Gary Gensler’s comments on the U.S. and crypto bans, Nigeria’s struggle to roll out a central bank digital currency in the face of rapid cryptocurrency adoption, and more.    Bitcoin ETF approval expected by month's end  SEC chairman Gary Gensler: No plan to ban crypto Nigerian experts optimistic CBDC will improve economy   Links:   Bitcoin ETF approval exp...

China crackdown not deterring bitcoin bulls : The Bitcoin.com News Weekly Recap

China crackdown not deterring bitcoin bulls Fed chair says US inflation 'More enduring than anticipated'  Watch the latest Bitcoin.com News Weekly Recap where we touch on bitcoin’s resistance to China’s latest crypto crackdown, inflation troubles plaguing the U.S. dollar, volcanic bitcoin mining in El Salvador, a crypto-trading hamster, and more. Bukele shares video of volcano-powered bitcoin mining facility Cryptocurrency-trading hamster outperforms S&P 500    Links:   China crackdown n...

Crypto vs. an ‘out-of-control’ SEC : The Bitcoin.com News Weekly Recap

Watch the latest Bitcoin.com News Weekly Recap where we touch on Coinbase dropping its Lend program under regulatory pressure, Ripple refusing to settle with the SEC, Monday’s market rout in light of the global economy, ‘unpeeled’ Casascius physical bitcoins worth $2 billion, and more.   00:00 Introduction 01:28 Coinbase abandons plan to launch Lend program 04:10 Ripple has no plans to settle with SEC over XRP 07:33 Crypto values nosedive amid global market meltdown 09:28 $2 billion worth...

Insider trading on Opensea - Is your NFT value rigged? : The Bitcoin.com Weekly News Recap

Watch the latest Bitcoin.com News Weekly Recap where we touch on insider trading on Opensea, Solana’s network failure and restart, Cardano’s Alonzo hard fork, big adoption news, ERC20 token support in the Bitcoin.com Wallet, and more.     Insider trading on Opensea - Is your NFT value rigged?   Solana restarts mainnet, users complain  Cardano “Alonzo” fork successfully adds smart contract capability AMC to accept bitcoin cash, $20M FTX Tom Brady ad campaign   Bitcoin.com Wallet adds ER...

Snowden on El Salvador: other countries ‘may regret hesitating’ : The Bitcoin.com Weekly Update

Listen the latest Bitcoin.com News Weekly Recap where we touch on privacy activist Edward Snowden’s views regarding El Salvador’s bitcoin adoption, Coinbase being threatened by the United States SEC, new regulatory clarity arising in India, an analyst's views on the “refreshed” bull market, the Bitcoin Cash network’s first decentralized exchange, and more.    Snowden on El Salvador: other countries ‘may regret hesitating’  SEC threatens to sue Coinbase   India’s new plan to regulate cry...

Ethereum, altcoins move toward price independence : The Bitcoin.com Weekly Update

Listen the latest Bitcoin.com News Weekly Recap where we touch on ETH, defi, and NFT markets moving away from bitcoin price dependence, shill bidding on NFTS, big legal developments regarding the infamous Bitconnect scam, Cardano’s Charles Hoskinson weighing in on Afghanistan, and more.   Ethereum, altcoins move toward price independence  Are NFT sales susceptible to shill bidding?  Bitconnect top promoter pleads guilty Cardano’s Hoskinson: crypto to ‘play larger role’ in Afghanistan   ...

Will the NFT explosion forever change crypto? : The Bitcoin.com Weekly Update

Watch the latest Bitcoin.com News Weekly Update where we touch on the recent NFT explosion, new records and groundbreaking developments in defi, Onlyfans suspending its explicit content ban, updates on the United States infrastructure bill as it applies to crypto, and more.   NFT explosion sweeps markets Crypto inferno: ETH burn update and defi roundup    Onlyfans halts explicit content ban, Onlycoins wants some action   US Treasury: crypto requirements won't target non-brokers    Links:...

Afghanistan highlights USD’s sordid legacy : The Bitcoin.com Weekly Update

Watch the latest Bitcoin.com News Weekly Update where we touch on the implications of the U.S. military’s recent withdrawal from Afghanistan, Ark’s Cathie Wood and legendary investor Michael Burry butting heads, numerous happenings in the world of dogecoin, dex aggregator 1inch’s decision to leverage Optimism, and more.   Financial Warfare: Afghan reserves confiscated by US Wood vs Burry: Who’s right about the equity market?   Musk, Cuban: Dogecoin strongest crypto for payments   Dex Ag...

Troll pulls off massive $600 million DeFi hack : The Bitcoin.com Weekly Update

Listen to the latest Bitcoin.com Weekly Update where we touch on the most massive crypto hack to date happening on Poly Network, the U.S. Senate’s controversial $1.2 trillion infrastructure bill, SEC Chairman Gary Gensler praising Satoshi Nakamoto, stock-to-flow price predictions for BTC, and more.   Poly network hacked for more than $600 million  $1.2 trillion infrastructure bill passes senate   SEC chairman says Satoshi ‘Nakamoto's innovation is real’   S2F creator Plan B: 'This bull Is ...

Ethereum London fork goes live : The Bitcoin.com Weekly Update

Listen to the latest Bitcoin.com Weekly Update where we touch on Ethereum’s big London hard fork, a new report showing crypto adoption worldwide has doubled since January, U.S. Federal Reserve Governor Lael Brainard discussing the need for a digital dollar CBDC, Robinhood’s supposed connection to rich BTC and DOGE addresses, India’s new regulatory clarifications for crypto, and more. Ethereum London fork goes live Global crypto adoption doubled since January: 221 million users  Fed Governor...

Amazon news rouses crypto bulls : The Bitcoin.com Weekly Update

Watch the latest Bitcoin.com Weekly Update where we touch on big crypto news from Amazon, the IRS updating their ‘crypto question’ on the U.S. income tax form, Bitcoin miners moving to upstate New York, a big Bitcoin.com ETH giveaway, and more.   Amazon’s payment team hiring digital currency expert  IRS modifies crypto question on tax form  Bitcoin miners bullish on New York, not all locals thrilled    Buy ETH and be entered to win: $6000 up for grabs!     Links:   Amazon’s payment...

Crypto experts predict $300K bitcoin by 2025 : The Bitcoin.com Weekly Update

Listen to the latest Bitcoin.com Weekly Update where we touch on assorted experts’ bitcoin price predictions for 2025, similarities between the current market drawdown and the one in 2013, Mike Tyson asking fans if they prefer bitcoin or ether, Binance annoying the U.S. Department of Justice, and more. Crypto experts predict $300,000 BTC by December 2025   Analyst: 'Bitcoin correction very similar to 2013’  Mike Tyson asks fans if they prefer bitcoin or ethereum DOJ tells FBI and others: 'S...

Dumpster diving for bitcoin : The Bitcoin.com Weekly Update

Listen to the latest Bitcoin.com Weekly Update where we touch on one man’s unending quest to recover thousands of bitcoin he threw in the garbage, three people claiming they helped create Bitcoin with Satoshi, Visa teaming up with crypto companies, and more.   UK man’s high-tech plan to salvage 7,500 trashed bitcoin  Bogdanoff twins claim they helped Satoshi build Bitcoin Self-proclaimed Bitcoin inventor Jörg Molt arrested Visa to enable crypto payments at 70 million merchants Links:   ...

‘Baby doge’ takes off as banks sweat crypto competition : The Bitcoin.com Weekly Update

Listen to the latest Bitcoin.com Weekly Update where we touch on a new dog-themeWatch the latest Bitcoin.com Weekly Update where we touch on a new dog-themed meme coin, governments in Spain and banks in Nigeria feeling threatened by crypto freedom, Robinhood’s growing digital asset trade volume, the resolution of an infamous bitcoin scam, and more.d meme coin, governments in Spain and banks in Nigeria feeling threatened by crypto freedom, Robinhood’s growing digital asset trade volume, the r...

McAfee proves you can’t ‘whack’ decentralized exchange : The Bitcoin.com Weekly Update

Watch the latest Bitcoin.com Weekly Update where we touch on the appearance of a mysterious John McAfee website tied to his “whackd” token, dex volumes surging, Binance getting the boot from Ontario, the proliferation of crypto mining farms in Iran, and more.   McAfee’s ‘whackd’ token soars as mystery website appears Decentralized exchange volumes surge Binance leaves Ontario 30 crypto mining farms licensed in Iran Links:   Whackd token climbs over 700% as mysterious McAfee website appe...

Mystery miners return as China clamps down: The Bitcoin.com Weekly Update

Listen to the latest Bitcoin.com Weekly Update where we touch on the re-emergence of stealth mining, Robert Kiyosaki predicting big bargains on bitcoin and massive fiat bubbles, new digital currency ATMs in Texas, the passing of a libertarian crypto icon, and more. Stealth miners and mystery hashrate return   Rich Dad Poor Dad author: ‘Crashes best time to get rich’   Crypto ATMs to be installed in Texas-based H-E-B grocery stores John McAfee found dead in prison prior to US extradition...

‘The next great growth engine’: The Bitcoin.com Weekly Update

Listen to the latest Bitcoin.com Weekly Update where we touch on Shark Tank’s Mark Cuban praising defi as the future of banking, Silk Road founder Ross Ulbricht speaking publicly for the first time since 2013, the latest market action, and more.   Billionaire Mark Cuban dubs defi the 'next great growth engine’  Silk Road founder Ross Ulbricht speaks publicly for the first time since 2013 Fidelity exec believes Bitcoin's price 'bottom is in'  Shiba Inu Coin Price Soars with Coinbase Pro ...

Historical milestone for Bitcoin: The Bitcoin.com Weekly Update

Listen to the latest Bitcoin.com Weekly Update where we touch on El Salvador’s historic legislation, the growing trend of de-dollarization, corporates tripling down on Bitcoin, a White House staffer who’s all in on Bitcoin, and more. El Salvador law making BTC legal tender passes with supermajority Microstrategy to buy another 10,000 BTC   Russia removes all US Dollar assets from its $600 Billion national wealth fund   White House tech advisor Tim Wu keeps at least $1 Million in Bitcoi...

“We’re all going to die.” : The Bitcoin.com Weekly Update

Listen to the latest Bitcoin.com Weekly Update where we touch on billionaire Stan Druckenmiller’s feelings on Ethereum, multiple banks unveiling their latest crypto policies, a British multinational banking firm launching an exchange, and more. Chinese economist: 'We're all going to die, this is not a joke'   Billionaire Stan Druckenmiller won't long or short DOGE, skeptical of ETH   Western banks unveil their cryptocurrency policies   Standard chartered bank launching cryptocurrency ...

Corporates demand “clean” Bitcoin: The Bitcoin.com Weekly Update

Listen to the latest Bitcoin.com Weekly Update where we touch on Bitcoin mining services ceasing service in China, formation of a ‘Bitcoin Mining Council’ to promote renewable energy,  and more.   Signs of real Bitcoin mining enforcement on the way in China Miners to form 'Bitcoin Mining Council' to promote renewable energy usage Kevin O'Leary says institutions want “ESG friendly” Bitcoin     Links: Bitcoin Mining Operations Btc.top and Hashcow Cease Offering Services in China https:...

Bitcoin posts 6th biggest correction ever as fear reigns: : The Bitcoin.com Weekly Update

Listen to the latest Bitcoin.com Weekly Update where we touch on Bitcoin’s latest meltdown, Microstrategy’s latest Bitcoin buy, the latest cryptocurrency survey from Bank of America, and more.     Bank of America survey: 'Long Bitcoin' is most crowded trade, 75% of fund managers see BTC as bubble   Asset managers caution cryptocurrency investing amidst volatility   Microstrategy doubles down with another $10M worth of bitcoin   Bitcoin stock-to-flow still 'intact' says creator    ...

Bitcoin's image problem : The Bitcoin.com Weekly Update

Listen to the latest Bitcoin.com Weekly Update where we touch on Elon Musk’s decision to have Tesla freeze Bitcoin payments, the Miami Mayor buying Bitcoin, a new way to buy and sell Bitcoin at over 12,000 locations, and more.   Citing environmental issues, Tesla suspends accepting Bitcoin   New SEC chairman unveils policies for cryptocurrencies   Joe Biden's stimulus pushes Miami Mayor to buy Bitcoin   Moneygram lets customers buy and sell Bitcoin with cash at 12,000 locations   L...

The Anti-Bitcoiner Journey: The Bitcoin.com Weekly Update

Listen to the latest Bitcoin.com Weekly Update where we touch on more athletes opting into putting their paychecks into cryptocurrency, DOGE skyrocketing past half a dollar, Bitcoin going through its largest update in 4 year, and more. Bill Maher mocks Bitcoin, citing other big name tech celebs   No. 1 NFL Draft pick Trevor Lawrence Puts signing bonus in cryptocurrencies Visa CEO outlines 5 company cryptocurrency priorities   Dogecoin skyrockets past a half dollar, eats into BTC domina...

What negative interest rates mean for Bitcoin : The Bitcoin.com Weekly Update

Listen to the latest Bitcoin.com Weekly Update where we touch on negative interest rates, a huge Turikish crypto exchange exit scam, new regulation concerns in South Korea, and more.   ECB President Christine Lagarde defends negative interest rates   Turkish crypto exchange exit scam leaves users unable to access $2 billion of funds   US State passes resolution commending Satoshi Nakamoto and Bitcoin All 200 cryptocurrency exchanges at risk of shut down in South Korea, regulator warns...

China blackout triggers Bitcoin fee spike : The Bitcoin.com Weekly Update

Listen to the latest Bitcoin.com Weekly Update where we touch on the impending regulation of cryptocurrency in the US, an alternative to high ETH gas fees with Smartbch, Venmo’s new crypto trading feature, and more. Bitcoin hashrate drops over 45%, price slides 10%   US SEC expected to impose 'fair amount' of regulation on crypto   US lawmaker warns not to ignore Bitcoin or America will fall behind   Paypal's Venmo launches crypto trading for 70 million users Smartbch Developer expla...

HSBC blacklisting pro-crypto companies: The Bitcoin.com Weekly Update

Listen the latest Bitcoin.com Weekly Update where we touch on the FBI’s supposed use of BTC mixers, the latest in Craig Wright’s civil lawsuit, the SEC commissioner’s opinion on banning Bitcoin, and more.   HSBC changes crypto policy Claims of FBI using Bitcoin mixers during BTC forfeiture processing Civil Lawsuit against Craig Wright wants high court to rule against his Bitcoin white paper claims SEC Commissioner: “banning Bitcoin is like shutting down internet” Links: Main Story: H...

The myth of 2% inflation : The Bitcoin.com Weekly Update

Listen to the latest Bitcoin.com Weekly Update where we touch on declining interest in NFTs, Kevin O’Leary’s preference for “clean” Bitcoins, hackers targeting Github servers, and more.   2021 statistics show prices of goods and services have surged   NFT interest declines, finance author highlights NFT oversupply Kevin O'Leary says institutions will not buy 'blood coins' from China   Hackers target Github server infrastructure to mine cryptocurrencies   Links: Main Story: 2% Infl...

Can Bitcoin be banned? : The Bitcoin.com Weekly Update

Listen to the latest Bitcoin.com Weekly Update where we touch on the latest in Ripple’s lawsuit, the United States’ digital dollar prototype, Paypal’s new “checkout with cryptocurrency” feature, and more. Billionaire hedge fund manager says government outlawing Bitcoin is 'a good probability' SEC vs. Ripple: US Judge Orders Both Parties from the XRP Lawsuit to Hold a Discovery Conference The Fed plans to unveil digital dollar prototypes in July Paypal launches 'Checkout With Crypto' feat...

Mainstream adoption of Bitcoin soaring : The Bitcoin.com Weekly Update

Listen to the latest Bitcoin.com Weekly Update where we touch on the latest update in John McAfee’s ‘crypto fraud’ trial, NFT criticism heightening, privacy concerns with the digital yuan, and more. Mainstream adoption of Bitcoin growing   John McAfee's bodyguard pleads not guilty in $13M crypto fraud case   Skeptic claims NFTs will be 'broken in a decade' Deutsche Bank: Bitcoin is too important to ignore   Digital Yuan will lack anonymity    Links: Main story: Mainstream Adoptio...

The risk of inflation : The Bitcoin.com Weekly Update

Listen to the latest Bitcoin.com Weekly Update where we touch on a discovery in Africa showing gold’s scarcity is hard to prove, Visa’s anticipation for cryptocurrency’s entry into the mainstream, Jungle.net seeing an increase in sales of Bitcoin Cash NFTs, and more.   Economy's biggest risk is inflation   Discovery in Africa shows metal's scarcity is hard to prove   Visa anticipates cryptocurrency becoming 'extremely mainstream'    Juungle.net sees increased sales of Bitcoin Cash NF...

Tokenizing tweet with NFTs : The Bitcoin.com Weekly Update

Listen to the latest Bitcoin.com Weekly Update where we touch on controversy around tokenizing tweets like NFTs, Biden’s latest and largest stimulus payment, Tesla’s Bitcoin position, and more.   Blockchain-certified tweet sales spark NFT controversy   Biden's $2 trillion relief package the largest stimulus payments to-date IRS launches plan to target unreported crypto income   Critics claim Tesla should sell Bitcoin position   Links: Main story: Selling Social Media Posts for $1....

Crypto reaching a tipping point : The Bitcoin.com Weekly Update

Citigroup says “Bitcoin is at a tipping point”   Shark Tank's Kevin O'Leary reverses stance on Bitcoin Listen to the latest Bitcoin.com Weekly Update where we touch on retail giant Rakuten allowing crypto payments, Shark Tank’s Kevin O’Leary’s newest stance on Bitcoin, a huge system error at a Philippine crypto exchange, and more.   Rakuten allows loading payment app with cryptocurrencies   Mad Money's Jim Cramer has plan to save Gamestop with Bitcoin   Philippine crypto exchange ha...