Crypto Sectors That Have Been Most and Least Impacted by Macro Headwinds
As bitcoin surpasses $23,000, CoinDesk Indices Managing Director Jodie Gunzberg discusses her crypto markets analysis and outlook. Gunzberg points out that the culture and entertainment sector seems to be moving independently from the rest of the market despite the crypto downturn, while the DeFi sector has been impacted by macro headwinds the most.
Tesla’s Bitcoin Dump; Zipmex Freezes Withdrawals
Bitcoin slips after Tesla announcement, but analysts say we could have seen the bottom. Crypto trading volumes in India recover. Polygon’s ZK solution aims to slash current layer 1 Ethereum network costs by 90%. Singapore-based Zipmex freezes withdrawals. Documents reveal Vauld owes retail customers $363 million.
Bitcoin’s Real Role Examined; 3AC’s Complex Ties Revealed
Report says Bitcoin users in emerging markets looking beyond investment. U.S. Senator Cynthia Lummis says vote on crypto bill unlikely this year. Sam Bankman-Fried says “moderately bad” deals okay during bailouts. Court documents show strong ties between 3AC and TPS Capital. Dubai scorches crypto winter with plans to support 40,000 metaverse jobs.
Gold 2.0 in Bitcoin?
Data on the performance of bitcoin (BTC) vs. gold since Wednesday shows BTC is finally doing what has long been touted — acting as the ultimate inflation hedge. “All About Bitcoin” host Christine Lee breaks down the Chart of the Day.
Crypto Trading Volumes Tank; India’s Crypto Info Call to G20
Trading volumes plummet as crypto winter bites and investors hold onto Bitcoin. Venture Capital investment in crypto startups falls, but the number of deals done rises. India’s finance minister calls on G20 to share information on crypto. US lawmakers say crypto miners should disclose energy data. Apathy at home compels South Korea’s blockchain game developers to market games abroad. Those stories and other news shaping the cryptocurrency and blockchain world in this episode of "The Daily Forkast."
