Emily Spaven

Emily served as CoinDesk's first managing editor from 2013 to 2015.

Emily Spaven

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Crypto Markets Recovering From Steep Sell-Off Ahead of Federal Reserve Meeting, Animoca Brands’ Latest Funding Round

Dexterity Capital Managing Partner Michael Safai joins “First Mover” hosts for an in-depth analysis of the crypto markets as investors anticipate the FOMC meeting at 2 p.m. today. Animoca Brands Co-founder Yat Siu shares details of the latest funding round. Plus, insights on criminal activities using fiat VS. using crypto from Gartner Research Distinguished VP Analyst Avivah Litan.

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Bitcoin Bouncing Back After Falling Below $33K, Where Is It Headed Next? Privacy Coin Monero in Focus

“First Mover” hosts are joined by Peter Brandt, founder of Factor Trading, to analyze and predict the crypto market amid increased market volatility. Metaversal CEO Yossi Hasson and CoinFund Chief Investment Officer Alex Felix share details behind the latest $50 million series A funding round for Metaversal and its expansion plan, as well as the outlook for the market amid the crypto crash. Plus, it’s CoinDesk Privacy Week. Grid News Tech Reporter Benjamin Powers has a full report on privacy coin Monero.

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Crypto Market Lost $1.3T in 2 Months; What’s Going On? White House Set to Release Government-Wide Strategy for Digital Assets

“First Mover” hosts are joined by Marc Lopresti, managing director at The Strategic Funds, for an in-depth analysis on the crypto markets as cryptocurrencies suffer yet another sell-off. Since November, about $1.3 trillion has been wiped out in the total market cap. Plus, what could we expect from the Biden administration’s digital asset strategy that’s reportedly set to release next month? Nyca Partners Executive-in-Residence Matt Homer and CoinDesk Managing Editor for Global Policy & Regulation Nikhilesh De provide their insights. Plus, Executive Editor Marc Hochstein explains Privacy Week at CoinDesk.

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Bitcoin Drifting Below $40K, Fed Releases White Paper on Central Bank Digital Currency, SEC Chair Gary Gensler Wants More Control of Crypto

“First Mover” hosts are joined by Congressman Tom Emmer (R-MN) as he introduces a new bill aimed to limit the Federal Reserve’s ability to issue a digital currency. This comes as the Fed has just released a long-awaited white paper on the digital dollar. Bitcoin crashes to a five-month low. Managing Director of MarketGauge Group Michele Schneider provides her analysis. Plus, former SEC Commissioner and Patomak Global Partners CEO Paul Atkins gives his take on the latest regulatory signal from SEC Chair Gary Gensler.

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Live Coverage: House Hearing on Crypto’s Energy Use and Impact

U.S. lawmakers have been talking about energy and environmental concerns around crypto mining. Today, the Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations of the Committee on Energy and Commerce is holding a hearing entitled, “Cleaning Up Cryptocurrency: The Energy Impacts of Blockchains.” Witnesses include BitFury CEO Brian Brooks, Soluna Computing CEO John Belizaire, Cornell Tech Professor Ari Juels, former Chelan County Public Utility District and Bonneville Power Administration CEO Steve Wright, and Jordan Ramis P.C.

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Russia’s Central Bank Calling for Full Crypto Ban, House Subcommittee to Hold Hearing on Energy Impacts of Blockchains

“First Mover” hosts speak to CIO & Director of Research of ETF Trends Dave Nadig for his analysis on the crypto markets and why GBTC discount hits a new record. Plus, CoinDesk reporter Anna Baydakova discusses why Russia’s Central Bank is calling for a full ban on crypto.

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Bitcoin Price Recovering From Slump, JPMorgan Report Suggests Ether Is Losing NFT Market Share to Solana

“First Mover” hosts are joined by Osprey Funds Founder and CEO Greg King and eToro U.S. Managing Director Guy Hirsch for a look at today’s crypto markets and key trends to watch in 2022.

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Bitcoin Down as Stock Futures Tumble, Former Acting Comptroller of the Currency Brian Brooks Shares View on US Stablecoin Regulation, FTX Sets Up $2B to Invest in Crypto Startups

Former Acting Comptroller of the Currency and current Bitfury CEO Brian Brooks joins “First Mover” to discuss the U.S. stablecoin regulations. Meanwhile, FTX announces a $2 billion venture fund to invest in crypto industry startups. FTX Ventures Lead Amy Wu shares details from behind the scene. Bitcoin is down along with stock futures. OANDA Senior Market Analyst Edward Moya provides his market analysis. Plus, a regulatory update from CoinDesk Managing Editor for Global Policy & Regulation Nikhilesh De.

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Crypto Market Seesaw, Bringing Bitcoin to Retail Locations Near You

Cash transfer company MoneyGram is doubling down on its partnership with Coinme, investing in the crypto-cash exchange for a 4% ownership stake. MoneyGram CEO Alexander Holmes and Coinme CEO Neil Bergquist join “First Mover” to discuss their expansion plans and partnership, making it possible for consumers to purchase bitcoin at thousands of U.S. retail locations. Plus, what to make of the latest crypto market ups and downs? Brad Roth of Thor Financial shares his analysis and outlook.

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Legendary Cryptographer David Chaum on Web 3, Quantum Computing and Digital Currency

“First Mover” hosts are joined by world-renowned cryptographer and privacy advocate and CEO of Elixxir, David Chaum. Chaum shares his views on the current state of cryptocurrency and blockchain and the development of Web 3, among other topics. Chief Administrative Officer of FirstBank Wade Peery shares insights into the plan to offer stablecoin “USDF.” Plus, comments on the crypto regulation turf war from Jones Day Partner James Burnham.

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