Emily Spaven

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

Emily Spaven

Dernières de Emily Spaven


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FTX.US Breaks into US Derivatives Market with LedgerX Acquisition, SEC’s Gensler Says Crypto Market Won’t ‘Last Long Outside’ Regulatory Framework

“First Mover” discusses the U.S. crypto derivatives markets with LedgerX CEO & Co-founder Zach Dexter as FTX.US announces it’s acquiring the firm. Is this how FTX breaks into the U.S. derivatives market? Meanwhile, SEC Chair Gary Gensler says the crypto market won’t “last long outside” regulatory framework. Our readings on that. Plus, other regulatory news from Global Policy & Regulation Managing Editor Nikhilesh De.

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Can Crypto Firms Gain Access to Fed’s Payment Systems?

“First Mover” takes a look at crypto firm Avanti Bank’s latest application to become a Federal Reserve member bank. Caitlin Long, founder and CEO of Avanti Bank, shares why her firm is seeking the Fed’s formal regulation, in addition to its existing regulator, the Wyoming Division of Banking. Plus, crypto markets analysis from Ava Labs President John Wu.

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Crypto Consumer Protections, Solana Price Surges to New All-Time High

“First Mover” takes a look at the regulatory issues surrounding crypto assets in the U.S. as SEC Chair Gary Gensler has signaled a pathway for bitcoin futures ETFs with tough regulations, and Ice Miller LLP Partner Jarrod Loadholt shares his insights as crypto investors await the SEC’s decision. Plus, bitcoin’s price update and the drivers behind Solana’s price surge. Toroso Investments CIO and Co-founder Michael Venuto provides his analysis.

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Crypto Markets Await Fed Chair Jerome Powell’s Speech on Tapering Roadmap, OpenSea’s Explosive Growth in the New Frontier of NFTs

“First Mover” dives into the booming NFT markets with OpenSea Head of Product Nate Chastain, as OpenSea posts record monthly trading volume of more than $1.5 billion. Will NFTs be the best coming out of crypto? Plus, bitcoin price analysis from Coinberry CEO Andrei Poliakov as investors await Fed Chair Jerome Powell’s speech on the tapering roadmap.

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Bitcoin Options Expiry, Altcoins Breakout, Tiny Oklahoma-Based Bank With Big Crypto Plans

“First Mover” dives into today’s top stories and the crypto markets as a $2 billion bitcoin options expiration nears. CoinDesk’s markets reporter Damanick Dantes also takes a look at Cardano and Avalanche and what’s behind their surge. Plus, Vast Bank CEO Brad Scrivner on the small Oklahoma-based bank’s big move into crypto.

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Bitcoin Price Continues to Slide After Hitting $50K, Update on Geth’s Hotfix

“First Mover” looks ahead to the Federal Reserve’s Jackson Hole meeting as chair Jerome Powell is expected to speak on the tapering roadmap, and Opimas CEO & Founder Octavio Marenzi shares his insight into crypto market volatility as bitcoin price slides after hitting $50K. Plus, the impact from Ethereum’s London hard fork and update on Geth’s hotfix. CoinDesk’s research analyst Christine Kim provides her in-depth analysis.

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Blockstream Joins Crypto Unicorns With $3.2B Valuation, Is Bitcoin’s Rally Over After It Stalls Near $50K?

“First Mover” speaks to Blockstream CEO and crypto OG Adam Back as the Canadian miner is now joining crypto unicorns with a $3.2 billion valuation, and CoinDesk is debuting the “Crypto for Advisors” newsletter. Tyrone Ross, CEO of Onramp Invest, shares his takes on bitcoin’s price momentum as it stalls near $50K and provides insights into how advisors could utilize this newsletter.

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Mastercard Dives Into Crypto With Paxos Partnership, What’s Driving Bitcoin’s Surge Above $50K?

“First Mover” digs into the world where traditional finance meets crypto: Mastercard Executive Vice President Raj Dhamodharan and Paxos Head of Strategy Walter Hessert explain how their partnership will help bring crypto to the mainstream. Plus, bitcoin soaring above $50K for the first time in three months. Rachel Lin, SynFutures Founder and CEO, shares her markets analysis.

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FTX.US Going on Charm Offensive to Court Partners. Defi Projects in Focus as SEC Chair Gary Gensler Says They Aren’t Immune to Regulations

“First Mover” discusses FTX’s partnership spree with FTX.US President Brett Harrison. This comes as Kevin O’Leary becomes the latest celebrity to join FTX as a shareholder and ambassador.

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Poly Network Hacker Refusing to Return Remaining Stolen Funds, Japan’s Liquid Exchange Suffers Attack and Loses $90M Worth of Crypto

“First Mover” looks into the DeFi hack and the latest attack on the Japanese exchange Liquid. Joseph McGill of TRM Labs’ Global Investigations Team shares insight into crypto hacks. Plus, markets analysis from Messari Founder and CEO Ryan Selkis.

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