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MARKETS DAILY: Crypto Update | Crypto Funds See Strong Inflows
October 31, 2023 15:24 - 11 minutes - 10.8 MBNoelle Acheson, the mind behind the Crypto Is Macro Now newsletter, explores crypto funds, crypto integrating with finance outside the U.S. and some big-name hedge fund support. Today's episode is sponsored by CME Group. To get the show every day, follow the podcast here. Today’s Stories: Digital Asset Fund Flows | October 30th 2023 Crypto Funds See Largest Inflow in 15 Months, With Bitcoin, Solana Leading Rally: CoinShares Thailand’s Kasikorn Bank Buys Majority Stake in Sat...
SBF TRIAL Podcast 10/31: Was Sam Bankman-Fried Taking the Stand a Huge Mistake?
October 31, 2023 13:53 - 6 minutes - 5.79 MBAssistant U.S. Attorney Danielle Sassoon relentlessly cross-examined Bankman-Fried, highlighting his inconsistencies and evoking exasperated responses as she aimed to prove him an unreliable narrator. Link to story: Sam Bankman-Fried Grilled by Prosecutor, Who Points Out Contradictions in His Testimony Sign up for The SBF Trial Newsletter Credits: Danny Nelson, Marc Hochstein, Nikhilesh De and Wondercraft AI Voice See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Pr...
GEN C: From VR to AI, Mattel’s Vision for the Future of Play
October 30, 2023 21:00 - 44 minutes - 40.8 MBThis week, Ron Friedman, VP of Mattel Future Lab, joins us to share how Mattel is bringing iconic toy brands into the digital future through a human-centered approach to innovation. Today's episode is sponsored by Chainalysis. Ron Friedman of Mattel Future Lab shares his perspective on the importance of brand authenticity, mainstream accessibility and leveraging Web3 tech to reimagine play. He shares Mattel's vision for pioneering the future while staying true to their mission of ...
MARKETS DAILY: Crypto Update | SEC Commissioner Hester Peirce Dissents, Questions SEC's 'Enforcement-Driven Approach to Crypto'
October 30, 2023 17:00 - 10 minutes - 9.72 MBNoelle Acheson, the mind behind the Crypto Is Macro Now newsletter, explores market moves, consumer expectations, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission and more. Today's episode is sponsored by CME Group. Today’s Stories: Overdue: Statement of Dissent on LBRY - From our sponsors: CME Group Cryptocurrency futures and options provide market-leading liquidity for bitcoin and ether trading. These cash-settled contracts give full exposure to crypto performance without the ha...
SBF TRIAL Podcast 10/30: Sam Bankman-Fried Takes The Stand For a Third Day In FTX Fraud Trial
October 30, 2023 15:03 - 8 minutes - 7.53 MBSam Bankman-Fried took the stand in his criminal trial to present his case, emphasizing that FTX and Alameda Research's problems stemmed from errors, a lack of dedicated risk management, and mistakes made by key lieutenants rather than deliberate fraud on his part. During the testimony, Bankman-Fried questioned the accuracy of key witnesses' statements and described misunderstandings and differences in interpretation regarding certain events and financial practices related to the ca...
MARKETS DAILY: Featured Story | Regulatory Clarity Won’t Bring an End to Crypto Risk
October 29, 2023 09:00 - 7 minutes - 6.48 MBEven comprehensive crypto legislation won’t stop people from making bad investment decisions, says EY's blockchain leader Paul Brody. Today's episode is sponsored by CME Group. To get the show every day, follow the podcast here. Today’s featured story is an opinion piece from Paul Brody, titled: “Regulatory Clarity Won’t Bring an End to Crypto Risk.” - From our sponsors: CME Group Cryptocurrency futures and options provide market-leading liquidity for bitcoin and ether tradin...
MARKETS DAILY: CoinDesk Market Index Week in Review
October 28, 2023 09:00 - 6 minutes - 6.01 MBCoinDesk Indices presents three notable market movement highlights from last week and additional commentary. Today's episode is sponsored by CME Group. To get the show every day, follow the podcast here. The CoinDesk Market Index (CMI) functions as a benchmark for the performance of the digital asset market, delivering institutional quality information to digital asset investors. Today’s takeaways are provided by Tracy Stephens of CoinDesk Indices with additional analysis from D...
UNCHAINED | How Much Money Will Flow Into Bitcoin ETFs? Here’s One Projection
October 27, 2023 18:00 - 40 minutes - 37.2 MBAlex Thorn, head of research at Galaxy, sees inflows to spot bitcoin ETFs reaching more than $14 billion in the first year after a potential SEC approval and the price of bitcoin spiking to $47,000. He also sees approval of these products possibly occurring this year. In a recent report, Alex Thorn, head of research at Galaxy, predicted that inflows to spot bitcoin ETFs would rise above $14 billion in the first year following the potential approval by the Securities and Exchange C...
MARKETS DAILY: Crypto Update | Bitcoin's Surge, GDP Insights, and Market Turbulence
October 27, 2023 16:00 - 10 minutes - 9.26 MBNoelle Acheson, the mind behind the Crypto Is Macro Now newsletter, explores crypto performance, US GDP, and the market impact of the ongoing trial….you know the one. Today's episode is sponsored by CME Group. To get the show every day, follow the podcast here. Today’s Stories: Bitcoin Surges to All-Time Highs in Turkey and Nigeria Bitcoin (BTC) - USDT - Money flow, trading volume by exchange and total volume over time. LIVE: Sam Bankman-Fried Tells Jurors: I Made 'Mistakes' a...
SBF TRIAL Podcast 10/27: Sam Bankman-Fried Takes the Stand, In Front Of The Jury
October 27, 2023 15:37 - 8 minutes - 7.6 MBSam Bankman-Fried's first day of testimony in his criminal trial began confidently but quickly turned into a series of evasive and indirect responses under cross-examination, raising doubts about his control over his own narrative and the case's outcome. Assistant U.S. Attorney Danielle Sassoon skillfully challenged Bankman-Fried, leading to moments of confusion and rebukes from the judge, highlighting the complexity of his defense. Link to story: Sam Bankman-Fried's Jurors Were Se...
THE PROTOCOL: Deciphering New Developments | Polygon’s Evolution and Ethereum’s Safeguard
October 26, 2023 19:00 - 23 minutes - 21.4 MBInsights into Polygon's transition to version 2.0 and the debut of the "POL" token. Also, a shift towards decentralization and governance is a significant stride in bolstering trust and credibility among the broader blockchain community. This episode is sponsored by the Algorand Foundation. Follow the show here for more. In this installment of "The Protocol," hosts Brad Keoun, the founding editor of The Protocol Newsletter, and tech journalists Sam Kessler and Margaux Nijkerk, ex...
SBF TRIAL Podcast 10/26: Sam Bankman-Fried Will Testify In His Own Criminal Trial Today
October 26, 2023 17:00 - 6 minutes - 5.91 MBSam Bankman-Fried is expected to testify in his criminal trial today, but his prior statements in media interviews contradict the testimony given by other witnesses under oath. It remains uncertain how he will explain his role in the alleged misconduct, and the trial will likely hinge on his testimony. Link to story: Sam Bankman-Fried May Testify to Role of Lawyers, 'Good Faith' Efforts, Filing Says Sign up for The SBF Trial Newsletter Credits: Danny Nelson, Jack Schickler, Nikhi...
MARKETS DAILY: Crypto Update | What On-Chain Metrics Can and Can’t Tell Us
October 26, 2023 14:53 - 10 minutes - 9.49 MBNoelle Acheson, the mind behind the Crypto Is Macro Now newsletter, explores a crypto market twist, U.S. GDP reports, on-chain data and more. Today's episode is sponsored by CME Group. To get the show every day, follow the podcast here. Today’s Stories: Dogecoin, Shiba Inu Jump 9% as Crypto Traders Take Riskier Bets Glassnode LookIntoBitcoin Coin Metrics - From our sponsors: CME Group Cryptocurrency futures and options provide market-leading liquidity for bitcoin and ...
CARPE CONSENSUS: ‘Up’tober Provides
October 26, 2023 09:00 - 17 minutes - 15.7 MBIn a break from the Sam Bankman-Fried trial coverage, “Carpe Consensus” hosts Ben Schiller and Danny Nelson chat about bitcoin ETFs and the state of crypto policy. On “Carpe Consensus,” hosts Ben Schiller and Danny Nelson center the episode on, arguably, the crypto news event of the year: the trial of Sam Bankman-Fried. [0:46] Inside the Desk: October is historically a good month for bitcoin, and this year is no different. But, there’s some additional factors pushing the price, in...
MONEY REIMAGINED: Crypto Regulations and International Challenges Explored at CoinDesk's State of Crypto Event in DC
October 25, 2023 19:19 - 26 minutes - 24.2 MBCommissioner Summer Mersinger delivers a candid perspective on cryptocurrency regulation at CoinDesk's State of Crypto event in Washington, DC. This episode is sponsored by PayPal In this special live episode of "Money Reimagined," hosts Michael Casey and Sheila Warren engage with Commissioner, Summer Mersinger from the CFTC, discussing the evolving landscape of cryptocurrency regulation in the United States. The conversation dives into the legislative vacuum, enforcement actions...
MARKETS DAILY: Crypto Update | Bitcoin Dominance at Its Highest Since Spring 2021
October 25, 2023 17:00 - 8 minutes - 7.86 MBNoelle Acheson, the mind behind the Crypto Is Macro Now newsletter, explores bitcoin dominance, stablecoins, payments and more. Today's episode is sponsored by CME Group. Today’s Stories: Mastercard Plans Web3 Collaborations With Self-Custody Wallet Firms North America Leads World in Crypto Usage Despite Ongoing Regulatory Questions, While Stablecoin Activity Shifts Away from US Services - From our sponsors: CME Group Cryptocurrency futures and options provide market-leading...
SBF TRIAL Podcast 10/25: Sam Bankman-Fried's Defense May Depend on Character and Fact Witnesses
October 25, 2023 13:45 - 3 minutes - 3.48 MBIt appears Sam Bankman-Fried's defense strategy will likely center around his own testimony as the key witness in the trial, with a recent court filing suggesting at least six witnesses for the defense. It's likely that some of these witnesses may be character witnesses attesting to the defendant's moral character and conduct. Link to story: Sam Bankman-Fried Defense Has 6 Witnesses to Open With: DOJ Sign up for The SBF Trial Newsletter Credits: Elizabeth Napolitano Nikhilesh De ...
UNCHAINED: Why a Spot Bitcoin ETF Will Probably Launch No Later Than January 10
October 25, 2023 11:00 - 1 hour - 68.4 MBThe SEC decided not to appeal its court loss against Grayscale, which means GBTC’s conversion to a spot BTC ETF is likely on its way. Also, multiple spot Bitcoin ETF applications appear to be inching closer to approval. James Seyffart, market analyst at Bloomberg Intelligence, and Matt Hougan, chief investment officer at Bitwise Asset Management, feel quite certain a spot Bitcoin ETF will launch in the next few months. First, the SEC decided not to appeal a court’s rejection of G...
SBF TRIAL PODCAST 10/24: Will Sam Bankman-Fried Take the Stand this week?
October 24, 2023 17:00 - 2 minutes - 2.56 MBSam Bankman-Fried's defense team has announced that they will have a single expert witness, Joseph Pimbley of PF2 Securities. Pimbley's testimony will focus on addressing the financial issues related to FTX's dealings with Alameda and their actual balances, potentially raising questions about Bankman-Fried's alleged culpability, but it remains uncertain whether it can overshadow the emotional impact of testimony from the defendant's close associates admitting involvement in purporte...
MARKETS DAILY: Crypto Update | Why Bitcoin Is on the Rise, Briefly Breaking $35K
October 24, 2023 14:48 - 9 minutes - 8.65 MBNoelle Acheson, the mind behind the Crypto Is Macro Now newsletter, explores bitcoin moves, U.S. GDP, crypto fund flows, privacy and more. Today's episode is sponsored by CME Group. Today’s Stories: https://x.com/EricBalchunas/status/1716529570759704832 https://x.com/SGJohnsson/status/1716477694261485980 GDPNow - Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta CoinShares Fund Flows Nym Technologies Attracts $300M in Crypto Fund Commitments for Privacy Infrastructure - From our sponsors:...
GEN C: Decentralizing Museums With Tom McLeod of Arkive
October 23, 2023 20:00 - 41 minutes - 37.9 MBIn this episode of “Gen C,” Tom McLeod, co-founder of Arkive, discusses the company’s goal of making art more accessible through decentralization and community. Today's episode is sponsored by Chainalysis. Tom McLeod, co-founder of Arkive, joins Gen C to discuss his background shifting from music and tech to arts and culture and how his company, Arkive is democratizing art collecting and patronage. Tune in to learn about Tom’s takes on emerging tech, collective ownership and disru...
SBF TRIAL PODCAST 10/23: What it’s Really Like Inside the Courtroom
October 23, 2023 17:00 - 5 minutes - 4.8 MBWith the trial's recess until this Thursday, let's take a closer look at the courtroom's unique ambiance and explore the noteworthy distinctions between the primary courtroom and the overflow area. Link to story: The Sam Bankman-Fried Trial: It’s the Courthouse Life for Us Sign up for The SBF Trial Newsletter Credits: Danny Nelson, Marc Hochstein, Nikhilesh De and Wondercraft AI Voice See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19....
MARKETS DAILY: Crypto Update | Crypto-Friendly Rep. Tom Emmer Throws Hat in Ring for U.S. House Speaker Role
October 23, 2023 15:00 - 12 minutes - 11.9 MBNoelle Acheson, the mind behind the Crypto Is Macro Now newsletter, explores safe havens, politics and crypto prices climbing despite rising U.S. yields. Today's episode is sponsored by CME Group. Today’s Stories: Lawmaker Tom Emmer Throws Hat in Ring for House Speaker Role Crypto-Friendly Congressman McHenry Temporarily Takes Over U.S. House Bitcoin: A Peer-to-Peer Electronic Cash System (McHenry upload) Pro-Bitcoin Candidate Javier Milei Snags Primary Presidential Electio...
MARKETS DAILY: Featured Story | The Stablecoin Bill Is a Vital Upgrade for U.S. Financial Plumbing
October 22, 2023 09:00 - 6 minutes - 6.02 MBThe Clarity for Payment Stablecoins bill is sensible legislation for technology that could help millions of people, says Circle’s Heath Tarbert, the former chair of the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission. Today's episode is sponsored by CME Group. Today’s featured story is an opinion piece from Heath Tarbert, titled: “The Stablecoin Bill Is a Vital Upgrade for US Financial Plumbing.” - From our sponsors: CME Group Cryptocurrency futures and options provide market-leading...
MARKETS DAILY: CoinDesk Market Index Week in Review
October 21, 2023 09:00 - 6 minutes - 5.6 MBCoinDesk Indices presents six notable market movement highlights from last week. Today's episode is sponsored by CME Group. The CoinDesk Market Index (CMI) functions as a benchmark for the performance of the digital asset market, delivering institutional quality information to digital asset investors. Today’s takeaways are provided by Tracy Stephens of CoinDesk Indices with additional analysis from Kelly Ye, Head of Research at Decentral Park Capital. For more on the CMI you can v...
UNCHAINED: Another Bad Week for Sam Bankman-Fried in His Criminal Trial
October 20, 2023 18:00 - 47 minutes - 43.9 MBSam Bankman-Fried is facing an even more difficult task in proving his innocence after this week’s compelling testimony by the last member of his inner circle. Sam Enzer, a partner at the law firm Cahill Gordon & Reindel, told Laura that compelling evidence from Sam Bankman-Fried’s inner circle had increased the difficulty for the fallen FTX CEO to convince a jury of his innocence. Former FTX head engineer Nishad Singh said that he became suicidal after understanding the full magn...
SBF TRIAL PODCAST 10/20: Our Favorite Quotes From Inside The Sam Bankman-Fried Courtroom
October 20, 2023 17:00 - 5 minutes - 4.84 MBThe trial is on break until Thursday (10/26), so the CoinDesk SBF Trial Team compiled their favorite quotes from throughout the trial thus far. Link to story: 'Absolutely Not': FTX's Former General Counsel Says He Never Approved Loans of Customer Funds Sign up for The SBF Trial Newsletter Credits: Marc Hochstein, Nikhilesh De and Wondercraft AI Voice See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. ...
MARKETS DAILY: Crypto Update | Why Is So Much Attention on Bitcoin These Days?
October 20, 2023 15:08 - 13 minutes - 12 MBNoelle Acheson, the mind behind the Crypto Is Macro Now newsletter, explores crypto prices, U.S. government debt and answers listener questions. Today's episode is sponsored by CME Group. Today’s Stories: Spot Bitcoin ETF Excitement Hits Main Street, Google Search Indicates SEC Drops Charges Against Ripple CEO Garlinghouse, Chairman Larsen - From our sponsors: CME Group Cryptocurrency futures and options provide market-leading liquidity for bitcoin and ether trading. These c...
Welcome to the Protocol Podcast - Trailer
October 20, 2023 09:00 - 2 minutes - 1.98 MBThe Protocol podcast dives into blockchain, cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin and Ethereum, and the evolving layers of blockchain technology. CoinDesk journalists Brad Keoun, Sam Kessler, and Margaux Nijkerk provide updates and clear explanations of the industry's intricacies, making it accessible to all interested in this dynamic field. Sign Up for THE PROTOCOL NEWSLETTER The Protocol podcast is produced and edited by Senior Producer Michele Musso with support from Executive Produce...
THE PROTOCOL: Exploring Scroll's Layer 2 Solution, Ethereum Staking, and Stellar's Smart Contract Evolution
October 19, 2023 19:03 - 29 minutes - 27.2 MBThe competition among DeFi networks is fierce, with Scroll currently holding the 23rd spot in the rankings. Meanwhile, the Ethereum validator queue has seen a significant reduction in wait times for staking and rewards, and an 'OG of Blockchains' has recently accomplished a nine-year-old project. This episode is sponsored by the Algorand Foundation. Follow the show here for more. In this installment of "The Protocol," be part of our discussion with hosts Brad Keoun, the founding ...
SBF TRIAL PODCAST 10/19: Listen How Judge Kaplan's Anger Hits All Lawyers in the Sam Bankman-Fried Case
October 19, 2023 17:00 - 7 minutes - 7.03 MBThe trial entered a painfully slow phase as the prosecution examined poorly prepared witnesses that delivered lackluster performances, eliciting frustration from Judge Lewis Kaplan. Link to story: ‘Oh, Yes’: Accounting Prof Says Sam Bankman-Fried’s FTX Definitely Mishandled Customers' Money Sign up for The SBF Trial Newsletter Credits: Danny Nelson, Nikhilesh De, Nick Baker and Wondercraft AI Voice See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at ...
MARKETS DAILY: Crypto Update | What You Need to Know About the U.S. Housing Market
October 19, 2023 15:05 - 10 minutes - 10.1 MBNoelle Acheson, the mind behind the Crypto Is Macro Now newsletter, explores bitcoin support, U.S. housing, the cost of bad crypto policy and more. Today's episode is sponsored by CME Group. Today’s Stories: U.S. Treasury Targets Gaza Crypto Business in Sanctions to Squeeze Hamas Hamas-Linked Crypto Accounts Frozen by Israeli Police, With Binance's Help: Report U.S. Sen. Warren Leads Lawmakers to Push Administration on Crypto-Backed Terrorism Correcting the Record: Inaccura...
CARPE CONSENSUS: Can the Mainstream Separate SBF From the Rest of Crypto?
October 19, 2023 09:00 - 27 minutes - 25.3 MBCoinDesk reports from the courthouse on week three of Sam Bankman-Fried’s trial. On “Carpe Consensus,” hosts Ben Schiller and Danny Nelson center the episode on, arguably, the crypto news event of the year: the trial of Sam Bankman-Fried. [0:46] Inside the Desk: Danny recounts what it's been like attending the trial. [16:22] Danny records outside the courthouse (and inside a bar, pardon the noise) alongside Nik De. “Carpe Consensus” is executive produced by Jared Schwartz and pr...
SBF TRIAL PODCAST 10/18: Why Sam Bankman-Fried's lead attorney Mark Cohen is Struggling to Piece Together the Defense’s Narrative
October 18, 2023 17:00 - 8 minutes - 7.94 MBSam Bankman-Fried's defense strategy in his trial is coming into focus as his legal team seeks to reframe the narrative around his actions at FTX. The defense aims to raise reasonable doubt by challenging key witnesses' testimonies and sowing doubt in their credibility, but faces hurdles in piecing together a cohesive story as the prosecution's case remains strong. Link to story: SBF Trial: For Once, Bankman-Fried's Lawyer Lands a Punch Sign up for The SBF Trial Newsletter Credit...
MARKETS DAILY: Crypto Update | U.S. Yields Soar and Binance.US Suspends Direct Dollar Withdrawals
October 18, 2023 14:27 - 8 minutes - 7.96 MBNoelle Acheson, the mind behind the Crypto Is Macro Now newsletter, explores U.S. yields, Chinese growth, Binance.US and more. Today's episode is sponsored by CME Group. Today’s Stories: Binance.US Halts Direct Dollar Withdrawals Trading Bitcoin on Binance Got Tougher During the ETF Rumor Frenzy: Kaiko Bitcoin Nears $29K as Fidelity ETF Amendment Bumps Bullish Sentiment - From our sponsors: CME Group Cryptocurrency futures and options provide market-leading liquidity for ...
UNCHAINED: Why These Lawyers Say It's Over for SBF--But His Only Hail Mary Is to Testify
October 18, 2023 11:12 - 1 hour - 67.7 MBAttorneys Samson Enzer and Greg Strong say Caroline Ellison’s testimony against Sam Bankman-Fried was damning. They agree one thing could turn it around: SBF’s own testimony. However, that runs the risk of increasing his sentence. Samson Enzer, partner at Cahill Gordon & Reindel, and Greg Strong, partner at DLX Law, dissect the second week of the criminal trial of Sam Bankman-Fried. At this point, the prosecution’s star witness, former Alameda Research CEO Caroline Ellison, has tes...
SBF TRIAL PODCAST 10/17: Why FTX Executive Nishad Singh Felt ‘Suicidal’ in Crypto Exchange’s Final Days
October 17, 2023 17:00 - 8 minutes - 7.47 MBNishad Singh, the former head of engineering at FTX, testified that a September 2022 meeting with Sam Bankman-Fried, the founder of FTX, revealed the extent of Alameda's use of FTX user deposits, leaving a substantial hole in the balance sheets of both companies and prompting Singh's feeling of betrayal. Singh's testimony provided strong evidence to prosecutors that Bankman-Fried played a pivotal role in FTX's alleged crimes, emphasizing Singh's role as both a co-conspirator and a v...
MARKETS DAILY: Crypto Update | Why a Spot Bitcoin ETF Would Help the Crypto Market
October 17, 2023 14:50 - 11 minutes - 10.2 MBNoelle Acheson, the mind behind the Crypto Is Macro Now newsletter, explores the U.S. consumer, bitcoin ETFs and more. Today's episode is sponsored by CME Group. Today’s Stories: Bitcoin Jumps to $30K, Then Dumps, as False Spot ETF Approval Report Circulates - From our sponsors: CME Group Cryptocurrency futures and options provide market-leading liquidity for bitcoin and ether trading. These cash-settled contracts give full exposure to crypto performance without the hassle...
GEN C: Restaurants, Loyalty and Getting $FLY With Ben Leventhal, Founder and CEO of Blackbird Labs
October 16, 2023 20:35 - 37 minutes - 34.8 MBNobody understands restaurants like Ben Leventhal. From starting Eater and Resy to his new venture, Blackbird, Ben discusses bringing restaurants on-chain and building loyalty. Today's episode is sponsored by Chainalysis. In this episode of the podcast, Avery and Sam chop it up with Ben Leventhal from Blackbird Labs. Ben has been a successful entrepreneur having started Eater, acquired by Vox, and Resy, acquired by Amex, and is now using NFTs and loyalty rewards on-chain to connec...
MARKETS DAILY: Crypto Update | Bitcoin Spikes on False BlackRock Spot Bitcoin ETF Approval Rumor
October 16, 2023 17:00 - 13 minutes - 12.2 MBNoelle Acheson, the mind behind the Crypto Is Macro Now newsletter, explores consumer expectations, spot bitcoin ETFs, signals from Asia, Ethereum fees and more. Today's episode is sponsored by CME Group. Today’s Stories: Bitcoin Spot ETFs Approval Partially Priced In, Coinbase Says SEC Won’t Appeal Loss in Grayscale Case, Boosting the Odds GBTC Can Become a Bitcoin ETF IntoTheBlock Report Ethereum's New Low-Fee Regime May Put Its 'Ultra Sound Money' Thesis to Test - Fro...
SBF TRIAL PODCAST 10/16: As Week 3 Begins, What Did FTX’s Terms of Service Say About Customer Funds?
October 16, 2023 15:30 - 9 minutes - 8.76 MBAs the trial progresses into its second phase, defense attorney Mark Cohen's cross-examination of witnesses like BlockFi CEO Zac Prince has so far failed to substantially undermine the prosecution's case against Sam Bankman-Fried. The defense continues to argue that FTX's terms of service, specifically regarding customer funds and obligations, may not support the misappropriation claims, but the prosecution maintains that misappropriation occurred when Bankman-Fried breached a fiduc...
MARKETS DAILY: Featured Story | Crypto Should Ghost the SBF Trial
October 15, 2023 09:00 - 5 minutes - 5.37 MBIt’s a distraction for the industry when the focus should be on passing enabling legislation, says Katherine Snow, head of legal at Messari. Today's episode is sponsored by CME Group. Today’s featured story is an opinion piece from Katherine Snow, titled: “Crypto Should Ghost the SBF Trial.” - From our sponsors: CME Group Cryptocurrency futures and options provide market-leading liquidity for bitcoin and ether trading. These cash-settled contracts give full exposure to crypto ...
MONEY REIMAGINED: Current Affairs | Analyzing Israel-Gaza Conflicts, Crypto's Dual Nature, and the Intriguing World of Crypto Celebrities
October 14, 2023 20:00 - 32 minutes - 30 MBA breakdown into the most pressing global issues, shedding light on everything from international conflicts and crypto's implications to the dynamics of celebrity culture and the moral responsibility of our digital age. This episode is sponsored by PayPal In this episode of "Money Reimagined" Michael Casey and Sheila Warren offer an inspection of the pressing issues of our time, from the ongoing turmoil in Israel and the controversial nexus of crypto in terrorism to the alluring ...
MARKETS DAILY: CoinDesk Market Index Week in Review
October 14, 2023 09:00 - 3 minutes - 3.46 MBCoinDesk Indices presents six notable market movement highlights from last week. Today's episode is sponsored by CME Group. The CoinDesk Market Index (CMI) functions as a benchmark for the performance of the digital asset market, delivering institutional quality information to digital asset investors. For more on the CMI you can visit: http://coindeskmarkets.com/ - From our sponsors: CME Group Cryptocurrency futures and options provide market-leading liquidity for bitcoin and ...
UNCHAINED: How Heated Sidebars During the SBF Trial Could Impact the Jury’s Decision
October 13, 2023 18:00 - 42 minutes - 39 MBAri Redbord, Global Head of Policy at TRM Labs, discusses why Caroline Ellison’s testimony has been the most critical in the case so far, why sidebars in the courtroom can get heated, and whether SBF might testify as a final Hail Mary for the defense. The second week of Sam Bankman-Fried’s criminal trial is underway, bringing emotional testimony from SBF’s ex-girlfriend and former Alameda CEO Caroline Ellison, along with some surprising stories about alleged bribes to Chinese offi...
SBF TRIAL PODCAST 10/13: Listen to the Things SBF's Defense Lawyers Should Be Freaking Out About and Caroline Ellison Completes Testimony
October 13, 2023 17:00 - 9 minutes - 8.37 MBDuring the cross-examination of Caroline Ellison, the lead attorney, Mark Cohen, failed to establish his expected point that Ellison may have been more responsible for the collapse of FTX than his client, Sam Bankman-Fried. Cohen's questioning also did not significantly undermine Ellison's credibility, and he missed opportunities to delve into certain aspects of the case, ultimately leaving the defense's strategy unclear and raising questions about their ability to challenge the pro...
MARKETS DAILY: Crypto Update | Why Macro Markets Might Be Overreacting to Inflation Data
October 13, 2023 15:20 - 10 minutes - 9.96 MBNoelle Acheson, the mind behind the Crypto Is Macro Now newsletter, explores market reactions, fast bitcoin payments, Ethereum yield and more. Today's episode is sponsored by CME Group. Today’s Stories: Ethereum Has Nearly Cleared Out Validator Queue, a Sign of Weak Staking Demand Protocol Village: Blockstream Opens 'Greenlight' Lightning Service Lightning-as-a-service, without the technical fuss. The Lightning Network Grew by 1212% in 2 Years Coinbase CEO Confirms Exchange W...
THE PROTOCOL: Exploring Crypto's Role in Times of Conflict | Israel's Crypto Scene, Smart Contracts Under BitVM, and More
October 12, 2023 19:00 - 30 minutes - 28.1 MBCovering the influence of conflict on Israel's crypto sector, the evolution of smart contracts on Bitcoin, and a comprehensive examination of the ethical, technical, and legal intricacies that define the crypto landscape, notably in the aftermath of the FTX collapse as witnessed in Sam Bankman-Fried's trial in New York City. This episode is sponsored by the Algorand Foundation. Follow the show here for more. In this episode of "The Protocol," join our hosts, Brad Keoun, the found...
SBF TRIAL PODCAST 10/12: Caroline Ellison Testimony Day 3
October 12, 2023 17:00 - 8 minutes - 7.82 MBCaroline Ellison continues her testimony, stating that Sam's ethical compass revolved around maximizing utility for the greater good, rather than adhering to traditional moral principles. She disclosed how this philosophy led to bending and breaking rules, including fraudulent practices, which ultimately contributed to the downfall of Alameda and FTX, affecting lenders, investors, and customers, while also highlighting the personal toll and emotional impact of these actions. Link t...
GEN C: Sponsored Episode | Regulation and Crypto’s Brand Problem With Jason Somensatto, Head of North America Public Policy, Chainalysis
October 12, 2023 16:30 - 33 minutes - 31 MBJason Somensatto, who leads North America public policy for Chainalysis, discusses regulation, global perspectives and how brands should approach crypto. In this sponsored bonus episode of the podcast, Sam sits down with Chainalysis’ Jason Somensatto to discuss how the current regulatory landscape can be challenging for those looking to build, including in the Global South. We also discuss Jason’s ‘Best Customers vs. Bad Actors’ framework when it comes to risk and data. Links ment...