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Latest from Lawrence Lewitinn
Bitcoin Falls Below $60K as Cryptocurrencies Tumble, Barbados Ambassador Explains Why the Country Is Setting Up Embassy in the Metaverse
“First Mover” hosts speak to Barbados Ambassador to the United Arab Emirates Gabriel Abed as the country says it will become the first sovereign nation to set up an embassy in the metaverse. Meanwhile, bitcoin dipped below $60K amid more tough talk from China and negative comments from a Twitter executive. Genesis Volatility Co-founder and CEO Greg Magadini shares his market insights. Plus, what’s contributing to BitGo’s rapid growth this year? BitGo CEO Mike Belshe explains.
Bitcoin Taproot Upgrade Activated, Opening Door to New Features, Animoca Brands Joins Forces With K-pop Agency and More
“First Mover” hosts get an insider analysis from CoinDesk Managing Editor for Technology Christie Harkin as Bitcoin’s taproot upgrade is now officially activated. Could this upgrade improve the blockchain’s privacy, scalability, and security? Bitcoin’s move suggests more upside. Gritt Trakulhoon, an analyst for Titan, gives his market analysis. Plus, Hong Kong-based prominent NFT investor Animoca Brands joins forces with a K-pop agency to launch NFTs featuring artists. Animoca Brands CEO Robby Yung shares more details.
Will the Holiday Season Bring Gifts or a Lump of Coal for Bitcoin Investors?
There are just seven weeks left in the year, and it seems there’s no consensus on who will win out: the HODLers (steadfast accumulators) or the profit-takers.
Tether, Bitcoin and Chinese Commercial Paper at Scale
A look at the leading stablecoin’s market cap and China’s real estate industry.
Chia Network Provides Blockchain Solutions to Help Costa Rican Government Track Climate Change
“First Mover” hosts speak to Bram Cohen, co-founder of the Chia Network, as his company supplies technical services for the Costa Rican government to track climate change metrics. Plus, market insights from Chief Investment Officer at Toroso Investments Michael Venuto.
What’s Behind the Market Pullback? Miami Mayor Francis Suarez on the Race to Become the Next Bitcoin Hub as New York City Gets Its Own Coin and More
“First Mover” hosts speak to Miami Mayor Francis Suarez for details on his plan to take the next paycheck in bitcoin, as well as the city’s plan to become the next bitcoin hub. Community Lead for CityCoins Patrick Stanley shares the newly-launched New York City Coin, which many see as a rivalry to the Miami Coin. Plus, market insights from Co-founder & President of GSR Markets Rich Rosenblum.
MakerDAO Is Now Fully Decentralized, Foundry Announces Digital Assets Staking Business and Range of Services for Institutions
“First Mover” hosts speak to crypto OG and the founder of MakerDAO, a decentralized credit platform on Ethereum that supports the Dai stablecoin, Rune Christensen. He shares his thoughts on the Biden administration’s stablecoin report and the latest decentralization within his organization. Oanda Senior Market Analyst Edward Moya provides markets analysis as bitcoin retreats from an all-time high. Plus, Foundry announces a Digital Assets Staking Business and Range of Services for Institutions supporting 20 blockchains and counting. Foundry CEO Mike Colyer shares details of this launch.
Bitcoin Hits New All-Time High Above $68K as Ether Also Sets New Record
“First Mover” hosts speak to Customers Bank CEO & Co-Founder Sam Sidhu for his market insights as both bitcoin and ether jumped to new all-time highs. The Financial Action Task Force (FATF) publishes crypto anti-money laundering guidance. ACAMS Executive Director Rick McDonell provides his take on the guidance and implication for cryptocurrency. Plus, an update on the rollout of Nigeria’s central bank digital currency eNaira from Nestcoin CEO & Founding Partner Yele Bademosi.
Acting Comptroller of the Currency Michael Hsu on White House Stablecoin Report
“First Mover” hosts speak to Acting Comptroller of the Currency Michael Hsu about the White House’s report on stablecoins calling for bank-like oversight. Plus, crypto markets analysis from FTX.US CRO Brett Harrison.
What Bitcoin and Ether’s Options Tell Us About Their Maturity
Higher options volume relative to spot is a sign of a developed market and can help with price discovery.
