Emily Parker

Reversing plans, the Ukrainian minister of digital transformation has announced the cancellation of an airdrop to crypto donors via his Twitter account. “First Mover” hosts speak to Salman Banaei of Chainalysis for insights into tracking crypto transactions during the Russia-Ukraine crisis and how to ensure crypto is not used for sanction evasion. Timothy Brackett of The Markets Compass, provides his crypto market analysis as bitcoin eyes $45K.

3 мар. 2022 г.

Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell testifies before the House Financial Services Committee to deliver his semiannual monetary policy update to Congress against a backdrop of surging inflation in the U.S. and the uncertainty of the Russia-Ukraine war.

2 мар. 2022 г.

“First Mover” hosts explore whether crypto can find its safe haven role in Russia-Ukraine crisis. Tanvi Ratna, CBDC expert at Policy 4.0 shares her views. Premiums for bitcoin are soaring on exchanges servicing Ukraine and Russia, Knox Ridley of I/O Fund provides his market analysis. Plus, Gitcoin Founder Kevin Owocki explains how crypto can be used for public good.

2 мар. 2022 г.

“First Mover” goes to Ukraine for on-the-ground interviews as the war with Russia intensifies. Guests include Michael Chobanian, founder of Ukrainian crypto exchange KUNA, Ukrainian lawyer Artem Afian, who has close ties to Ukraine government officials, and Tanvi Ratna of Policy 4.0. Also, Nik De on U.S. sanctions and Starlink terminals arriving in Ukraine.

1 мар. 2022 г.

“First Mover” has the latest as the Russia-Ukraine crisis tests the role of cryptocurrencies in war and sanctions. Christine Lee and Lawrence Lewitinn sit down with experts to examine various ways cryptocurrencies are being used, and the implications. Guests are Liat Shetret of Solidus Labs, a market surveillance and risk monitoring hub, Alona Shevchenko UkraineDAO Founder, and Kapil Rathi, CrossTower Co-Founder and CEO.

28 февр. 2022 г.

“First Mover” hosts speak to cryptocurrency strategist and former CIA analyst Yaya Jata Fanusie for his insights into the impact of the Russia-Ukraine conflict and the role of crypto in this geopolitical crisis. Former CFTC Chairman Chris Giancarlo weighs in on the crypto regulation turf war in the U.S. Strips Finance Founder and CEO Ming Wu provides his market analysis as cryptocurrencies are seeing a strong rebound following Biden’s speech yesterday. Plus, a highlight from CoinDesk Tax Week coverage.

25 февр. 2022 г.

“First Mover” examines the current state of the crypto industry in the Ukraine amid the Russia-Ukraine conflict. The hosts speak with Michael Chobanian, founder of Ukraine Crypto Exchange KUNA. Also, crypto markets analysis from Marc Lopresti of The Strategic Funds. Will today’s rebound last? As part of CoinDesk’s Tax Week, David Kemmerer of CoinLedger takes aim at Form 1099-B.

23 февр. 2022 г.

“First Mover” hosts discuss the global markets with Grayscale Investments CEO Michael Sonnenshein as Russia-Ukraine tensions escalate, plus, his insights on Grayscale’s campaign to encourage American investors to advocate for a spot bitcoin ETF. Laura Shin reveals juicy details in her new book “The Cryptopians.” Plus, CoinDesk’s Ben Schiller shares key topics in Tax Week coverage.

22 февр. 2022 г.

Live from ETHDenver, “First Mover” host Christine Lee has highlights from the big Ethereum conference, including an interview with Polkadot lead developer Shawn Tabrizi. Also, Bitstamp USA CEO Bobby Zagotta joins Christine and co-host Lawrence Lewitinn to discuss crypto markets and lessons learned from major exchange hacks. Zagotta is also joined by Immortals CEO Jordan Sherman to discuss their new esports partnership. Plus, Sergey Gorbunov of Axelar on the new funding round that gives them unicorn status.

18 февр. 2022 г.

“First Mover” hosts speak to Dante Disparte of stablecoin issuer Circle as the company doubles its value to $9 billion in new deal agreements with SPAC firm Concord Acquisition. Don Kaufman of TheoTrade shares his crypto market analysis.

17 февр. 2022 г.