First Mover

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.

30 déc. 2021

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.

29 déc. 2021

What’s going on in the crypto markets? “First Mover” discusses the near and long-term bitcoin and altcoin outlook with guest Andriy Velykyy of Allbridge. Also, what does the new year hold for global crypto adoption, and does Ukraine have a future as a major crypto hub? Plus, the year in crypto policy and regulation: much discussed and much more to do in 2022.

28 déc. 2021

“First Mover” dives into crypto markets and end-of-year taxes. Joining the show to discuss are Rayhaneh Sharif-Askary, head of Investor Relations at Grayscale, and Mark Steber, chief tax information officer at tax firm Jackson Hewitt. Plus, a look at shifting bitcoin demographics and what that implies for crypto markets in 2022.

27 déc. 2021

The “First Mover” hosts speak to CoinList CEO Graham Jenkin for insights into the top crypto predictions of 2022 and markets analysis from Youbi Capital CEO Chen Li.

23 déc. 2021

“First Mover” co-host Lawrence Lewitinn is in for Christine Lee. Joining Lawrence is Robinhood Crypto Chief Operating Officer Christine Brown. Starting December 22, Robinhood customers (not available in NV or HI) will be able to customize and send a crypto gift to friends & family from the Robinhood app. Meanwhile, Robinhood has acquired cross-exchange crypto trading firm Cove Markets. Plus, crypto billionaire and FTX CEO Sam Bankman-Fried gives his take on crypto scrutiny.

22 déc. 2021

“First Mover” hosts speak to co-creator of Dogecoin Billy Markus, aka “Shibetoshi Nakamoto,” on his crypto journey and the evolution of dogecoin, which now is up 3,700% year to date. In addition, CEO of VaynerMedia Gary Vaynerchuk shares insights into the NFT market. Plus, regulation update from CoinDesk Managing Editor for Global Policy & Regulation Nikhilesh De.

21 déc. 2021

“First Mover” hosts speak to former CFTC chair, author of “CryptoDad: The Fight for the Future of Money” Chris Giancarlo as the US regulators weighing comprehensive regulations on stablecoins. Bitcoin and Eth drifting lower amid bearish Asia session. Marc Lopresti, managing director of strategic funds, provides markets analysis. Plus, CoinDesk Managing Editor, Global Policy & Regulation Nikhilesh De has the latest update on the $2 trillion “Build Back Better” bill and its impact on crypto.

20 déc. 2021

“First Mover” hosts speak to Bloomberg journalist and author of the book “The Contrarian,” Max Chafkin, about the Silicon Valley evolution and the coming of Web 3. 3IQ CEO Fred Pye shares markets insights as bitcoin trading lower today, Plus, will metaverse real estate see more growth on blockchains other than Ethereum? Head of Metaverse Growth at Unique Network Irina Karagyaur shares her take.

17 déc. 2021

“First Mover” hosts speak to Senior Vice President of Business Development at Accuweather, Paul Lentz, as the company is now teaming up with Chainlink to apply weather data on the blockchain. WazirX Co-founder and COO Siddharth Menon shares crypto market analysis and the state of India’s crypto regulation. Plus, CoinDesk Managing Editor for Global Policy & Regulation Nikhilesh De sheds light on relevant regulatory news.

16 déc. 2021