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House Committee to Vote on Stablecoin Legislation This Week
The U.S. House Committee on Financial Services is nearing a bipartisan agreement on a proposal to regulate stablecoins. CoinDesk Global Policy & Regulation Managing Editor Nikhilesh De discusses what this means for stablecoins and the wider U.S. crypto regulatory landscape.
StormX CEO on Ongoing NBA Partnership, Outlook for Crypto Sports Deals
Last year, the NBA named cash back provider StormX as their first crypto jersey patch partner via an exclusive deal with the Portland Trail Blazers. StormX CEO Simon Yu shares insights into the ongoing partnership and the state of sports sponsorships for digital asset firms amid a sour mood in the markets.
Bitcoin Heads for Best Weekly Performance Since March
Bitcoin (BTC) is heading toward a 12% weekly gain, its best weekly performance since March. "All About Bitcoin" host Christine Lee breaks down the Chart of the Day.
Bitcoin's Next Move Amid Macro Headwinds
CoinDesk Managing Editor of Tech Christie Harkin and Markets Managing Editor Brad Keoun discuss what's to come in the world of bitcoin as crypto investors brace for the Federal Reserve's expected 75-basis-point rate hike and the July 28 announcement of U.S. Gross Domestic Product (GDP) for Q2. Plus, what to expect from CoinDesk's Sports Week.
What’s Behind Bitcoin’s Rally Above $23K?
Bitcoin (BTC) is on track for its best weekly performance since March after climbing above $23,000, its highest level since mid June. The “All About Bitcoin” Week in Review panel discusses the week’s biggest events that potentially impacted the price of bitcoin and the wider crypto markets.
Report: Three Arrows Capital Founders Say Terra, GBTC Trades Led to Fund Blowup
Trades involving the Grayscale Bitcoin Trust (GBTC), Terra’s luna (LUNA) and terraUSD (UST) tokens eventually led to the blowup of insolvent crypto hedge fund Three Arrows Capital, the 3AC founders said. “The Hash” panel discuss the latest in the Three Arrows saga.
Circle's Cautious USDC Approach Has Paid Off, Despite Missteps
The USD stablecoin (USDC) issuer Circle reaffirmed its plans to go public later this year. Circle has adopted a more transparent and regulated approach in terms of USDC than its competition. "The Hash" hosts discuss the outlook for Circle and stablecoins at large.
Crypto Lender Nexo Faces Declining Deposits
An analysis of Nexo's attestations reveals just how much its deposits have declined in recent months. The crypto lender may have suffered from withdrawals similar to those that led to troubles at its rivals. "The Hash" team discusses where Nexo fits into the wider crypto lending landscape and its yield crisis.
Dapper Labs, Animoca Brands and Other Web3 Platforms Launch Open Metaverse Alliance
Animoca Brands, Dapper Labs, Decentraland, and other Web3 platforms are forming the Open Metaverse Alliance for Web3 (OMA3) to overcome the crypto industry's interoperability challenges. "The Hash" team discusses the timing in the evolution of the metaverse and the potential outcomes.
SEC Calls 9 Cryptos 'Securities' in Insider Trading Case
The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) charged former Coinbase product manager Ishan Wahi and two others on allegations of wire fraud and insider trading. Meanwhile, the SEC formally referred to nine digital tokens in this case as “securities.“ CoinDesk Global Policy & Regulation Managing Editor Nikhilesh De explains the charges and allegations, and discusses the regulatory implications in the SEC's ongoing practice of defining its crypto oversight through enforcement actions.