Lael Brainard

Joey Krug, investor and co-founder of Augur and Eco, discusses his outlook for bitcoin (BTC) as the largest cryptocurrency by market capitalization climbs above $23,000 on the heels of new inflation data and Federal Reserve Vice Chair Lael Brainard's departure from the central bank for the White House.

Feb 15, 2023

GSR Markets co-founder and President Rich Rosenblum joins "All About Bitcoin" to discuss bitcoin's recent performance that drove the price of BTC back above $21,000. Plus, his reaction to JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon and Fed Governor Lael Brainard expecting higher interest rates despite signs of cooling inflation.

Jan 19, 2023

USDC stablecoin issuer Circle is arguing the U.S. Federal Reserve should pass on launching a central bank digital currency (CBDC) because the public is already served well by private-sector tokens. Meanwhile, Fed Vice Chair Lael Brainard said CBDCs could coexist with stablecoins. "The Hash" panel discusses the latest in the world of stablecoins and CBDCs as they continue to collide.

May 26, 2022

Marcus Sotiriou, GlobalBlock market analyst, shares his bitcoin price outlook as Federal Reserve Governor Lael Brainard said Tuesday the U.S. central bank will reduce its balance sheet as soon as May. Plus, a conversation on MicroStrategy’s continued accumulation of bitcoin and Exxon’s plans to enter the crypto mining industry.

Apr 5, 2022

The Senate Banking Committee will hold a hearing for Jerome Powell Tuesday on his nomination to a second term as Federal Reserve chair. It will hold a separate hearing Thursday to consider the nomination of Fed Governor Lael Brainard to be vice chair. CoinDesk’s Nikhilesh De discusses what we know and what we can expect.

Jan 10, 2022

After suffering the worst first week of the year since 2017, where will bitcoin go from here? CoinDesk Managing Editor of Markets Brad Keoun discusses bitcoin's next support levels, how far it could fall, and what to expect from Jerome Powell and Lael Brainard's confirmation hearings next week. Will crypto be on the agenda? Plus, Managing Editor of Technology Christie Harkin discusses the future of bitcoin's hashrate after a big disruption this week in Kazakhstan.

Jan 7, 2022

Crypto-friendly U.S. Sen. Cynthia Lummis (R-Wyo.) has expressed significant concerns about the crypto track records of Fed Chair Jerome Powell and Fed Governor Lael Brainard, Biden's nominees to head the Federal Reserve for its next term. Lummis is likely to oppose the nominations unless the Fed responds. "The Hash" squad discusses the potential battle brewing in the realm of the Fed and the possible repercussions for crypto regulation across the nation.

Dec 2, 2021

U.S. President Joe Biden has nominated Jerome Powell for a second term as the Federal Reserve chair, after much speculation that Fed Governor Lael Brainard could replace him to lead the central bank for the next four years. Brainard will be the Fed’s vice chair when the nomination is officially signed.

Nov 22, 2021

Consensus 2021 featured dozens of prominent speakers and newsmakers, including governors and federal policymakers such as Fed governor Dr. Lael Brainard. CoinDesk’s regulatory reporter Nik De shares his favorite regulatory moments from Consensus 2021.

May 28, 2021

Consensus 2021 has kicked off, with keynote addresses from the Fed’s Dr. Lael Brainard and investor Ray Dalio. “First Mover” hosts Christine Lee, Lawrence Lewittin, and Emily Parker break down what they’ve learned so far and which sessions they’re looking forward to seeing throughout the week.

May 24, 2021