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Hollywood Embracing NFTs, Twitter Reportedly Could Be Adding Bitcoin Payment Option for Tip Jar
“The Hash” hosts discuss today’s hot topics: SEC Chair Gary Gensler says crypto market won’t “last long outside” regulatory framework. Twitter reportedly could be adding bitcoin as a payment option for Tip Jar. Hollywood powerhouse United Talent Agency signs CryptoPunks. And decentralized search engine “Presearch” becomes the default option on European android devices – what that means for your privacy.
El Salvador’s Democratic Assembly Approves $150M Bitcoin Trust
“The Hash” hosts discuss today’s top stories: El Salvador’s Democratic Assembly approves a $150 million bitcoin trust, FTX.US to buy Ledgerx in a bid for U.S. crypto derivatives, and Three Arrows Capital launches “Starry Night” fund as institutional NFT interest heats up.
Solana’s Total Value Crosses $3B, China to Build Global Clearing Network for Mobile Payments Using Digital RMB
“The Hash” hosts discuss today’s hot topics: Bloomberg reports billionaire hedge fund manager John Paulson remains strongly opposed to investing in cryptocurrencies, calling them a “bubble” that will eventually prove to be “worthless,” Solana hits a new all-time high, climbing above $100 as total value locked on Solana crosses $3 billion, China plans to build an international clearing and settlement network for mobile payments using the digital yuan, and Square CEO Jack Dorsey says he is planning to develop a decentralized bitcoin exchange.
Fed’s Jerome Powell Says Tapering Could Start Later This Year, Binance Removes Norwegian Krone Trading Pairs
“The Hash” hosts discuss today’s hot topics: Fed Chairman Jerome Powell says the Fed could start tapering later this year, Binance removes Norwegian krone trading pairs and payment options, T-Mobile’s CEO apologizes as cyberattack exposed more than 54 million people to greater risk of fraud and identity theft, and Apple set to let app developers alert users to alternate payment methods.
From the US to Australia, Crypto Governance in Focus, Microsoft Awarded Crypto Token Creation Patent and More
“The Hash” tackles today’s hot topics: A16z details its new approach to crypto governance, ‘Extraordinary hacking powers’ pass Australian Parliament, Microsoft is awarded U.S. patent for crypto token-creation service, and 3Lau raises $16 million to tokenize music royalties for artists and fans.
Budweiser Getting Wiser With NFT Publicity, OnlyFans Reverses Decision to Ban Porn and Blames Banking Censorship
“The Hash” hosts discuss today’s top stories: House voted 220-212 to advance the $1 trillion infrastructure bill without any amendments, Budweiser is getting into the NFT universe, buying beer.Eth domain name for 30 Eth, Oklahoma-based Vast Bank is now allowing its customers to invest in crypto using its mobile app, and OnlyFans reverses its decision to ban porn and blames banks such as the BNY Mellon and JPMorgan for censorship. Plus, Chelsea Manning is hired to audit Privacy startup Nym’s mixnet.
President of El Salvador Says the Use of Bitcoin as Legal Tender Will Not Be Mandatory, Michael Saylor Buys Another $177M of Bitcoin
“The Hash” hosts discuss today’s top stories: Canadian miner Blockstream joins crypto unicorns after the latest funding round, valued at $3.2 billion, El Salvador President Nayib Bukele says the usage of bitcoin as a legal tender in the country will not be mandatory, Michael Saylor’s MicroStrategy purchased another $177 million of bitcoin as its latest SEC filing reveals, and SushiSwap is the latest decentralized finance (DeFi) project to join Avalanche’s $180 million incentive program. Plus, why does Chainalysis’ report suggest DeFi is still far from mainstream adoption?
Visa Takes First Step Into NFT, USDC to Be Backed 100% by Cash, US Treasurys by September
“The Hash” hosts discuss today’s hot topics: Visa is hopping on the NFT bandwagon with its purchase of Cryptopunk 7610 for $150K, Poly Network confirms the hacker has submitted a valid key for the remaining $141 million stolen from the network, USDC issuer Circle says the stablecoin will be fully backed by cash and U.S. Treasurys by September, and a Deloitte survey suggests most executives see digital assets as strong fiat alternative in next five to ten years. Plus, Onlyfans’ content control has deeper repercussions than you think.
Bitcoin Breaks $48K, China Passes Strictest Privacy Law, Binance.US Faces Challenge
“The Hash” hosts discuss today’s hot topics: China passes one of the world’s strictest data-privacy laws, Binance.US is facing challenges after CEO Brian Brooks leaves and $100M in funding falls through. The second-largest U.S. mortgage lender, UWM, plans to accept bitcoin payments. Topps SPAC merger collapses after losing MLB trading card deal. And, top NBA draft pick Cade Cunningham signs sponsorship deal with BlockFi.
Feds Reportedly Offer Crypto Rewards for Intel, Crypto Hacks Continue, SEC Chair’s DeFi Comments
“The Hash” panel tackles today’s hot topics: Feds offer crypto rewards on the dark web for intel on hackers and terrorists, SEC Chair Gary Gensler reportedly says DeFi is not immune to SEC oversight, Poly Network sends bounty to the attacker who apparently still holds $141 million of stolen funds hostage, Japan’s Liquid Global Exchange suffers hack and estimated $90 million crypto loss, and Coinbase reportedly stockpiles $4.4 billion, in case of ‘crypto winter.’