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Bond Yields Are Rising; Here's What That Means for Bitcoin
Bond yields are surging, reaching their highest point in more than a year. Why are investors worried and what does this mean for bitcoin? "The Hash" panel debates.
CFTC Reportedly Probing Binance
Bloomberg reports the CFTC is probing Binance for the same reason as the agency’s investigation of Bitmex – allegedly allowing U.S. customers to trade derivatives. Nikhilesh De discusses what this may mean for both Binance and the crypto world in general.
Ethereum Co-Founder: 'Right Now, I Don't Think There Is an Ethereum Killer Out There'
For all the hype about "Ethereum killers," Anthony Di Iorio, Ethereum co-founder and founder of Decentral and the Jaxx wallet, says there isn't one, yet. Di Iorio weighs in on the current state of Ethereum and what he believes it will have to do to keep up with new competitors. Plus, his take on NFTs and Beeple.
Bitstamp: ‘Regulation Is Coming to Crypto’
Bitstamp’s Hunter Merghart says regulation is coming to crypto. “You can either fight it, or you can try to work with the regulators to develop a framework that helps the entire industry grow,” said Merghart. Plus, how Bitstamp ensures it can handle high traffic during the bull market.
What’s Next for Beeple After Dizzying $69M NFT Sale?
Beeple has skyrocketed from a relatively unknown graphic designer to one of the most valuable living artists in history after yesterday’s sale of his work “Everydays: The First 5000 Days” for $69M.
Will Central Banks Invest in Bitcoin?
Crypto trader and economist Alex Kruger weighs in on the near- and long-term future of the crypto markets, including whether or not central banks will invest in bitcoin. “Once the mainstream market accepts bitcoin as an alternative to gold, it becomes unavoidable,” Kruger said.
Peer-to-Peer Crypto Trading Is Expanding Across the Developing World
Bitcoin might be seen as more of an asset class in the Western world, but in countries like Nigeria it is becoming the currency of choice for day-to-day commerce.
Be Aware: Crypto Scam Apps Are Lurking in App Stores
There are a ton of scam crypto apps lurking on the Apple and Google app stores that are stealing users’ money and information by imitating legitimate wallets. “The Hash” panel discusses CoinDesk reporters Ben Powers and Colin Harper’s deep dive investigation.
What Would It Take for You to Switch to a Crypto Bank?
BlockFi just raised $350M in funding and is now valued at $3B. “The Hash” panel weighs in on BlockFi’s aim to make crypto-based lending and banking mainstream and what it would take for customers to switch over from traditional banks.
Battle Continues on How Mt. Gox Is Going to Repay Users for Lost Crypto Funds
Former Mt. Gox CEO Mark Karpeles has proposed an alternative rehabilitation plan to the existing push for a class-action lawsuit against the collapsed crypto exchange. “The Hash” panel debates how Karpeles’ plan could shake out and whether it will bring the Mt. Gox fiasco to a close.