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Musk-Saylor Bitcoin ‘Green Mining’ Collaboration, Crypto Markets, Consensus 2021 in Full Swing
“First Mover” hosts break down the hot topics from Day 2 of Consensus 2021 by CoinDesk, including reaction to crypto pioneer Bobby Lee’s speech on the state of crypto regulations in China. Marathon Digital’s CEO Fred Thiel joins the show to discuss “green bitcoin mining” and the Bitcoin Mining Council. Dfinity Founder Dominic Williams on an ambitious project, “The Internet Computer.” Plus, FTX CEO Sam Bankman-Fried on the recent market movement and China regulations.
Saylor and Musk Spearhead Mining Council; Crypto Markets Bounce; Consensus by CoinDesk Day 2 Preview
It’s Day 2 of the Global Consensus by CoinDesk Conference. CoinDesk’s Noelle Acheson will preview keynotes by MicroStrategy’s Michael Saylor and Grayscale CEO Michael Sonnenshein and discuss Saylor’s and Elon Musk’s collaboration to spearhead a North American bitcoin mining council. Dr. Leemon Baird, a co-founder of Hedera, reveals how Chainlink Labs became the 21st member of its governing council and preferred oracle service. And Teddy Fusaro, President at Bitwise Asset Management, discusses market activity.
Ray Dalio’s Bitcoin Position; the Fed’s Lael Brainard on CBDCs and Stablecoins; IMF’s Crypto Views, Wyoming’s Crypto Ambitions and More
“First Mover” hosts unpack the keynote speech by Bridgewater Associates founder Ray Dalio at Consensus by CoinDesk 2021, where Dalio says, “Personally, I’d rather have bitcoin than a bond” during an inflationary scenario. Wyoming Governor Mark Gordon talks regulation from a local standpoint, and Tommaso Mancini – Griffoli of the IMF takes that conversation one step further and looks at crypto regulation across borders. Tom Kysar, Director of Operations at Augur Turbo, discusses decentralized sports betting.
Store of Value Generation: Psychology, Collecting and Non-Fungible Tokens
Well before he got into wine and other collectibles, Gary Vaynerchuk’s first childhood hustle was collecting and trading sports cards. Today, he’s become a prominent proponent of NFTs as a store of value asset and engagement medium. He joins Joe Pompliano, author of the Huddle Up sports business newsletter, to discuss the psychology behind digital collecting and how it applies to sports and beyond.
First Mover With a First Look at the Consensus by CoinDesk Extravaganza; Crypto Markets, News and More
The Consensus by CoinDesk conference officially kicks off today. Aaron Stanley, Managing Director of Events and Content, joins “First Mover” to discuss the heavy-hitting keynote speakers lined up for the week. Ray Dalio, Gary Vaynerchuk and Michael Saylor will all be sharing their perspectives on the future of crypto. CoinDesk has also launched $DESK, a token that can be earned and redeemed for rewards throughout the conference, and “First Mover” gets the first look. Rumi Morales, from Outlier Ventures, provides market analysis.
Crypto Markets Stabilize; Who’s Buying and Who’s Selling?
The most critical topics in the crypto and blockchain discussions come to the forefront as this year’s Consensus by CoinDesk virtual conference kicks off Monday. Our “First Mover” hosts highlight the keynotes and sessions that they and much of the crypto world will be watching, including presentations by Ray Dalio of Bridgewater Associates, Dr. Lael Brainard of the Federal Reserve, Former Treasury Secretary Lawrence Summers and ARK Invest’s Cathie Wood. Also, joining the show to discuss the latest markets and business news are Bittrex Interim CEO Stephen Stonberg, QCP Capital CEO Darius Sit, and a special appearance by Danny Green of the Philadelphia 76ers with his NFT story.
Voyager’s CEO on Bitcoin Price Reversal, Exchange Challenges, Crypto Outlook
Bitcoin and ether prices are climbing back up as traders look for direction. Voyager CEO Stephen Ehrlich discusses what happened in markets this week and what’s next. Grant Whitlock of crypto-asset broker GlobalBlock in London also joins “First Mover” to give his analysis. Plus, Jaime Leverton of Canadian mining firm Hut 8 in Toronto weighs in on the bitcoin mining energy debate.
What Coinbase’s Media Play Means for Crypto
Coinbase's apparent move into media is part of a trend of crypto companies developing their own content. Is this a good thing for the industry?
Eyes on Fed Report as Cryptocurrencies Continue Slide; Beeple on NFT Art Market Impact
Big bitcoin, ether selloff continues while investors anticipate the latest Federal Reserve meeting minutes. “First Mover” discusses BTC price correction, inflation fear and more with former New York Fed Director Benson Durham and CoinZoom CEO Todd Crosland. Plus, Mike Winkelmann, better known as “Beeple,” joins to discuss the NFT art market and a new platform he supports.
Gary Vaynerchuk On NFTs, Meme Investing, Elon Musk
Serial entrepreneur Gary Vaynerchuk joins “First Mover” to discuss today’s hot topics and what’s on his mind leading up to his upcoming keynote speech at next week’s Consensus by CoinDesk conference. He discusses his new NFT marketplace, the overall NFT opportunity, and his reaction to Dogecoin (DOGE) and other meme investing. Also, Nick Mancini of Trade the Chain provides markets analysis and Figure CEO Mike Cagney on the future of home lending.