Christine Lee

The Winklevoss twins' crypto exchange Gemini is ending the master loan agreement between its customers and Genesis, Gemini told customers of its Gemini Earn in an email on Tuesday. This comes as Grayscale Bitcoin Trust's early 2023 rally has outpaced that of its underlying bitcoin holdings, thus significantly narrowing its discount to net asset value. Digital Currency Group (DCG) is the parent company of Genesis, Grayscale and CoinDesk. XBTO Group Head of Trading Paul Eisma and Hodder Law Firm Managing Partner Sasha Hodder join the conversation.

Jan 10, 2023

Crypto exchange Coinbase has said it is planning to reduce its headcount by around 950 employees as part of a restructuring which it expects to be complete by the end of Q2 2023. Pacific Street Managing Director Gareth Rhodes weighs in on the lingering crypto winter jitters. Meanwhile, bitcoin (BTC) is holding steady above $17,000. IDX Digital Assets CIO Ben McMillan shares his crypto markets analysis. And, Blockchain Foundation Executive Director Cleve Mesidor discusses the future of crypto regulation.

Jan 10, 2023

Since mid-December, bitcoin (BTC) had failed to finish a trading day over $17,000, and now analysts wonder if the largest crypto by market capitalization has formed a market bottom after a horrendous 2022. Trade The Chain Director of Research Nick Mancini shares his thoughts. Plus, Bitcoiners in African countries like Nigeria, Kenya, and Ghana can now send and receive bitcoin without a smartphone or Internet connection. Digital wallet startup Machankura is making it happen by tapping into the Bitcoin Lightning network. Kgothatso Ngako joins the conversation.

Jan 9, 2023

According to Bloomberg, officials with the U.S. Department of Justice's Eastern District of New York and the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission are examining transfers between Digital Currency Group and the conglomerate's Genesis subsidiary. Genesis and CoinDesk are both owned by the parent company Digital Currency Group. Bernstein's Gautam Chhugani weighs in. Meanwhile, bitcoin (BTC) decisively pushed past $17,000, appearing to break out of a three-week range. Plus, CoinDesk Research Associate George Kaloudis and Galaxy Digital Head of Firmwide Research Alex Thorn share their 2022 crypto year in review research.

Jan 9, 2023

Live from CES 2023 at the Las Vegas Convention Center, Christine Lee brings you this special edition of All About Bitcoin. Joining her to discuss the biggest trends at the tech conference is Steve Koenig, Consumer Technology Association VP of Market Research. Plus, a look at LG's new NFT marketplaces and metaverse platform integrations on their internet-connected "smart" TVs.

Jan 6, 2023

The U.S. added 223,000 jobs in December, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. That was down from a revised 256,000 jobs in November (originally reported as 263,000) and topped economist forecasts for 200,000. What does this mean for crypto? eToro Crypto Consultant Glen Goodman shares his analysis. Plus, CoinDesk TV continues on-the-ground coverage of CES in Las Vegas with Block Bitcoin Wallet Lead Max Guise and Ala Dziamidava of HYPERVSN.

Jan 6, 2023

This year's CES features numerous companies that have made their push for the metaverse. Microsoft Global Chief Strategy Officer for Mobility Henry Bzeih, PwC Global Metaverse Leader Roberto Hernandez, THNDR Games CEO and co-founder Desiree Dickerson and 'Into the Metaverse' Author Cathy Hackl join this special edition of "All About Bitcoin" live from the Las Vegas Convention Center.

Jan 5, 2023

Live from Las Vegas at CES," First Mover" host Christine Lee kicks off CoinDesk's coverage of the largest tech conference of the year. CoinDesk's Pete Pachal gives a preview. Also, as the U.S. House of Representatives struggles to elect a speaker, how could the outcome impact this year's crypto agenda in Washington, D.C.? Ron Hammond, Director of Government Relations at the Blockchain Association, shares his predictions. Plus, bitcoin is still trading flat, but for how long? Katie Stockton, Founder and Managing Partner of Fairlead Strategies, provides her crypto markets analysis.

Jan 5, 2023

Bitcoin miner Core Scientific will shut down mining rigs tied to Celsius Mining after a U.S. bankruptcy judge approved the motion to reject its contract. Both companies are undergoing Chapter 11 bankruptcies. Sazmining President and COO Kent Halliburton weighs in. Plus, Bruno Ramos de Sousa from Hashdex shares his crypto market predictions for 2023 as bitcoin (BTC) trades in a narrow range.

Jan 4, 2023

"First Mover" dives into today's hot topics in crypto, including U.S. and Bahamian liquidators fighting for jurisdiction over bankrupt crypto exchange FTX as Sam Bankman-Fried pleads ‘not guilty’ to fraud charges. 507 Capital Managing Partner Thomas Braziel weighs in. Plus, a closer look at Ethereum's Shanghai upgrade. Why is it boosting liquid staking governance tokens, and what does it mean for ETH stakers? And, a crypto markets update as bitcoin and ether prices inch higher. Senior Market Analyst Edward Moya of OANDA and Messari Research Analyst Kunal Goel join the conversation.

Jan 4, 2023