Emily Parker

SEC Chairman Gary Gensler speaks with CoinDesk’s Nikhilesh De about crypto regulation, stressing that most cryptocurrencies are securities and that crypto service providers, including exchanges, have an obligation to register. De joins “First Mover” to discuss. Also joining is Andre Portilho of BTG Pactual with his crypto markets analysis and an update on inflation and crypto adoption in South America.

8 set 2022

“First Mover” dives into the crypto markets to understand what caused the sudden price drop this morning. AdvisorShares CEO Noah Hamman provides his analysis. Popular crypto podcaster and author Laura Shin discusses the momentous occasion of the Ethereum Merge expected to take place next week. And Jeremy Sheridan, VP of regulatory affairs at Prime Trust, gives his perspective on regulatory and legal questions surrounding Ethereum’s transition to a proof-of-stake blockchain.

7 set 2022

The countdown begins. The Bellatrix upgrade was activated today which marks the beginning of the “Merge” – the transition of Ethereum’s proof-of-work (PoW) chain to the proof-of-stake (PoS) Beacon Chain. Joining “First Mover” to discuss Bellatrix and the Merge is Ethereum Protocol Developer Preston Van Loon. Also, Michael Venuto of Toroso Investments provides crypto markets analysis, and Nick Maynard of Juniper Research explains new research on NFTs.

6 set 2022

“First Mover” dives into the crypto markets following the jobs report for August. While the U.S. added 315,000 jobs last month, the unemployment rate inched up to 3.7%. What does this mean for crypto markets? Path Trading Partners Chief Market Strategist Bob Iaccino provides his analysis. Also, Hodder Law Firm’s Sasha Hodder discusses questions before the court in the Celsius bankruptcy case, such as whether the crypto lender’s custodial account holders will get their funds back. Plus, what will “The Merge” upgrade do to Ethereum’s energy consumption?

2 set 2022

The District of Columbia is suing MicroStrategy Executive Chairman Michael Saylor, claiming he lived in Washington D.C. for more than 10 years but never paid any income taxes to the district. Saylor denies the claims. CoinDesk’s Nikhilesh De has the latest on that case and what to expect from today’s hearing in the Celsius bankruptcy proceedings. Also, Greg Johnson, CEO of Rubicon Crypto, on the busy month ahead in crypto markets.

1 set 2022

With Ethereum’s long-awaited transition to proof-of-stake (PoS) fast approaching, blockchain analytics firm Coin Metrics is out with a new report explaining the move, along with data that provides some insights about user behavior. Lucas Nuzzi, Coin Metrics head of research and development, joins “First Mover” to discuss the findings. Glen Goodman, eToro crypto consultant, provides his bitcoin and crypto markets outlook. Also, Mythical Games CEO John Linden with a look at the state of the NFT market.

31 ago 2022

“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 ago 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 ago 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 ago 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 ago 2022