Emily Spaven

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

Emily Spaven

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US Economy Sees Highest Inflation in 4 Decades, Is Bitcoin Still an Inflation Hedge?

“First Mover” hosts speak to PwC Global Crypto Leader Henri Arslanian for his analysis on the crypto markets as the U.S. December consumer price indexes increased 7% from a year ago, the highest level in four decades, and he shares his top crypto prediction for 2022. Plus, former SEC Branch Chief Lisa Bragança shares insights into the current state and outlook for SEC crypto regulation.

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Kevin O’Leary on NFT Market and DeFi, Venture Investor Paul Veradittakit on Bitcoin Markets and 2022 Predictions, Is Bitcoin Nearing a Price Bottom?

“First Mover” hosts speak to Kevin O’Leary, aka Mr. Wonderful, for his view on the booming NFT market and the DeFi space. In addition, venture investor and Pantera Capital Partner Paul Veradittakit shares his crypto outlook for 2022. Plus, CoinDesk Managing Editor for Global Policy & Regulation Nikhilesh De shares the latest investigative report on Trump-era crypto policy.

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The Sandbox Co-founder on Metaverse Development, Dfinity Founder on Its Internet Computer Opening an Ethereum Bridge

“First Mover” hosts dive into the discussion around metaverse with The Sandbox Co-founder and COO Sebastien Borget. In addition, DFINITY Founder and Chief Scientist Dominic Williams shares insights behind its internet computer opening an Ethereum bridge and markets analysis from TheoTrade Co-founder Don Kaufman.

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US Economy Added Fewer Jobs in December Than Expected, Paul Brody on Why He Thinks 2022 Is the Year of Ethereum and More

“First Mover” hosts speak to Ernst & Young Principal & Global Innovation Leader Paul Brody about his outlook for Ethereum in 2022 and some of the key issues that need to be addressed. Looking at the markets, the U.S. economy added 199K jobs last month, fewer than expected. Ben McMillan, CIO of IDX Digital Assets, shares his view on the crypto markets and the impact of macro factors. Plus, Open Earth Foundation Executive Director Martin Wainstein shares insights into utilizing NFT art to help tackle climate change.

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Crypto Markets Tumble, CoinDesk’s Annual Digital Assets Review, Australian Open in the Metaverse

“First Mover” dives into the crypto markets with CoinDesk research analyst George Kaloudis for your first look at the latest CoinDesk Annual Review. Jam packed with data and analysis on crypto performance and trends, the hosts and Kaloudis discuss the implications for 2022. Also, the Australian Open announces its metaverse project on the heels of news that tennis superstar Novak Djokovic’s visa has been denied. Guests are Ridley Plummer, Metaverse and NFT project manager of the Australian Open and Adam De Cata of Run It Wild.

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Risk and Opportunity for Algorithmic Stablecoin, The Case for BlockbusterDAO

“First Mover” hosts speak to Harvard Business School Professor of Business Administration Marco Di Maggio about the risk and opportunity for algorithmic stablecoin. Seth Ginns, CoinFund managing partner and head of Liquid Investments, analyzes crypto markets. Plus, taking a page from ConstitutionDao, will BlockbusterDAO succeed in its mission? Tasafila, founder of BlockbusterDAO, shares insights into the movement.

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Breaking Down Web 3.0, The Near Foundation, Kavita Gupta’s New Fund

“First Mover” dives into Web 3.0, what it means to different blockchain leaders, and do their plans include Ethereum? Joining the show to discuss this major theme of 2022 are the Near Foundation’s new CEO, Marieke Flament, and Kavita Gupta, founder of the new Delta Blockchain Fund. Also, Ronnie Moas of Standpoint Research shares his crypto markets analysis.

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Crypto Markets Update and Outlook, Layer 2 Solutions to Improve Ethereum Performance

“First Mover” dives into crypto markets on the first day stock markets open in the new year. Joining us to discuss the general 2022 crypto outlook, questions about the inflation-hedge narrative, correlation to the stock market, volatility, DeFi and more is Greg Magadini, CEO of Genesis Volatility. Also, Jan Hartmann of Banxa Labs on the progress in deploying Layer 2 solutions to lower Ethereum gas fees and speed up transaction times.

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SEC Commissioner Peirce on 2022 Outlook for Stablecoins, NFTs, Bitcoin ETFs, New Legislation and More

Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Commissioner Hester Peirce joins “First Mover” to discuss a wide range of topics affecting the crypto industry and markets in 2022. That includes the future of stablecoins, the prospects for a U.S. bitcoin ETF, regulatory concerns around NFTs, and the status of Peirce’s Safe Harbor proposal. Also, a look back at top NFT stories that helped drive mainstream crypto adoption in 2021.

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Legendary Investor Bill Tai on NFTs, Metaverse and the Future of Blockchain

In this special episode of “First Mover,” host Christine Lee sits down with Bill Tai, co-founder and chairman of “NFT for social good platform,” Metagood. The venture capital (VC) legend, startup mentor, prodigious networker, kitesurfer and passionate conservationist explains the social potential and possible risks of NFTs. He also shares his insights into the metaverse, tokenization, and wider outlook for blockchain technology.

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