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Influencer Insights on New-Age Marketing and How to Grow a Brand Online
Influencers and entrepreneurs Sabrina Sadeghian (4AM Skin) and Nicole Shiraz (Nalia Swim) explain to “New Money” hosts Spencer Dinwiddie and Solo Ceesay how they utilized the internet to grow their brands, discussing what marketing looks like in the age of social media.
How to Use the Power of Influence to Start a Business
Are there any risks to leveraging your personal image to build a brand? How have non-fungible tokens (NFTs) changed the influencer brand space? Calaxy COO Solo Ceesay and 4AM Skin founder Sabrina Sadeghian break it down on the "New Money" after show.
Youbi Capital CEO on Asia vs. North America Crypto Trading
Bitcoin, ether, and other major cryptocurrencies showed signs of recovery Wednesday after hitting 6-month lows. Chen Li, CEO of private equity and venture capital (VC) firm Youbi Capital, shares his assessment of the digital asset space, sharing insights into trading activity and key trends emerging in the Asian crypto markets. Plus, why mining is not likely to return in China.
Could Bitcoin Price Exceed $1M by 2030?
Predictions for bitcoin to reach $100,000 have been deferred indefinitely as the cryptocurrency has declined about 45% from its all-time high. Yet, new data from Cathie Wood-led Ark Invest suggests its bullish BTC could rise to $1 million over the next decade. "All About Bitcoin" host Christine Lee breaks down the Chart of the Day.
Federal Reserve Could Raise Interest Rate Hikes in March; What This Means for Crypto
The Federal Reserve signaled Wednesday it plans to begin raising interest rate hikes as early as March to combat rising inflation. Gerber Kawasaki Co-founder & CEO Ross Gerber discusses the potential repercussions of the Fed decision on the crypto markets and wider economy.
Turkish President Calls for Metaverse Research
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan has ordered the ruling Justice and Development Party (AK Party) to conduct a study on the metaverse, cryptocurrencies, and social media. This comes amid Turks flocking to crypto to escape the plunging lira as inflation hits a 19-year high. "The Hash" squad reacts, discussing the significance of Turkey potentially considering a metaverse strategy.
Fake Grimacecoin Jumps 285,000% After McDonald’s’ Tesla Joke
"Grimacecoin," a token created after a McDonald’s joke tweet, surged as much as 285,641% for a few hours Wednesday. Tesla CEO Elon Musk tweeted, “I will eat a happy meal on TV if McDonald’s accepts Dogecoin," to which McDonald's replied, “Only if Tesla accepts grimacecoin,” referencing its purple mascot fashioned after a taste bud. "The Hash" panel discusses the latest instance of Musk's influence on the meme economy.
XRP Rises as Ripple Announces $200M Share Buyback
Blockchain payments company Ripple has announced it bought back $200 million worth of its Series C shares initially issued in December 2019, bringing the firm's total valuation to $15 billion. The native XRP cryptocurrency climbed 3.8% on the news Wednesday morning. "The Hash" discusses the latest in the world of Ripple amid an ongoing regulatory battle with the SEC.
Meta-Led Diem Now Considering Sale of Assets Amid Increasing Regulatory Pressure
The Diem Association, the Meta Platforms (formerly Facebook)-led group seeking to create a stablecoin, is allegedly considering selling the project's assets to return money to investors. This comes as regulatory pressures have stalled Diem since its conception in 2019. "The Hash" group reflects on Diem and the regulatory lessons to be learned.
Fed Likely to Signal Plans for March Interest Rate Hike; Here Is What It Means for Crypto
The Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) is expected to release a decision on interest rates this afternoon. This comes as concerns about the Fed’s impending interest rate hike have spooked the markets. Michael Safai, a managing partner at quantitative trading firm Dexterity Capital, discusses the potential impact of the FOMC decision on crypto.