Emily Spaven

“First Mover” dives into markets as ether (ETH) leads a crypto relief rally and bitcoin (BTC) seems to find support at $20,000. Rosh Singh, founder and CEO of Quadency gives his crypto markets outlook. Also, CoinDesk’s Nikhilesh De explains the Fed’s instant payments service that could pave the way for a central bank digital currency (CBDC). Plus “Sin Week” continues at CoinDesk and “First Mover” looks at decentralized sports betting.

30 août 2022

Bitcoin (BTC) has fallen below $20,000 and is now attempting to claw its way back. Ether and other major alt coins also took a significant weekend hit. GSR OTC Trader Luke Farrell provides crypto markets analysis. Also, European crypto advocates are fighting EU legislation that could restrict US dollar-backed stablecoins. Joining “First Mover” to discuss is Robert Kopitsch, secretary general at Blockchain for Europe.

29 août 2022

Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell is gearing up to give his much-anticipated speech from Jackson Hole, Wyo. where central bankers are holding their annual symposium. Joining “First Mover” to discuss the potential impact on crypto markets is Rufus Round of GlobalBlock. Also, Christopher Behnke of sFOX discusses the IRS summons his company expects to receive. And Aziz Alangari of Wachsman ponders whether Taylor Swift will issue an NFT.

26 août 2022

Bitcoin (BTC) and ether (ETH) trade sideways a day before Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell’s speech at Jackson Hole. Plus, a conversation with The Sandbox co-founder Sebastien Borget about the future of the metaverse and Alpha Season 3.

25 août 2022

“First Mover” continues to explore this week’s hot topic in markets – the Jackson Hole conference for central bankers from around the world. Will U.S. Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell and central bank leaders abroad signal a change in their monetary policies? And how may the outcome of this meeting affect crypto markets? Martin Leinweber of MV Index Solutions shares his perspective. Also, Alex Thorn of Galaxy Digital on how NFT projects may be misleading buyers about ownership rights.

24 août 2022

This week’s economic symposium in Jackson Hole, Wyo. marks the first time central bankers from around the world are gathering in person for this meeting since the pandemic. Will Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell and other central bankers signal any policy changes? Octavio Marenzi of Opimas joins “First Mover” to discuss the meeting and the fight against inflation. Also joining is Katie Talati, head of research at investment firm Arca, explaining why she thinks “the Merge” will be a boost for ether (ETH).

23 août 2022

The crypto price slide last week suggests a bearish trend to analysts. But are there any bright spots? CoinDesk Indices’ new report shows how major sectors are performing within the broader crypto markets. CoinDesk Indices Managing Director Jodie Gunzberg joins “First Mover” to discuss. Also, former CFTC Chairman and Harvard University Research Fellow Timothy Massad discusses his new paper on stablecoin regulation, and Kim Grauer of Chainalysis has an update on crypto crime.

22 août 2022

The major cryptocurrencies are falling this morning, with bitcoin dropping to its lowest level in more than three weeks. Sylvia Jablonski of Defiance ETFs shares her analysis. Plus, U.S. government officials asked that an independent examiner be appointed to look into crypto lender Celsius Network’s collapse into bankruptcy. Hodder Law Firm Founder Sasha Hodder Law Firm Founder Sasha Hodder discusses the latest developments.

19 août 2022

The Tornado Cash ban is adding to an already heated debate in Washington over who should regulate crypto and to what extent. Joining “First Mover” to share his thoughts is Congressman Tom Emmer of Minnesota. Also joining CDTV is Omid Malekan, Columbia Business School Adjunct Professor and Nauman Sheikh, Wave Financial Managing Director.

18 août 2022

CFTC Commissioner Kristin N. Johnson joins “First Mover” to share her thoughts on the future of crypto regulation. Plus, crypto markets analysis from Joe Orsini of Eaglebrook Advisors. And Thomas Braziel of 507 Capital unpacks the second day court hearing of the bankrupt crypto lender Celsius.

17 août 2022