All About Bitcoin

“All About Bitcoin” is closely watching bitcoin markets as they learn of a U.S. Treasury proposal affecting businesses that accept more than $10K in crypto, and what to make of reports that may or may not be accurate about a new anti-crypto crackdown in China? Manuel Bejarano of Sino Global Capital helps to clear up that confusion. Plus, does “The Bitcoin Sign Guy” have a new message for U.S. regulators? We’ll hear from the sign guy himself, Christian Langalis.

May 20, 2021

“All About Bitcoin” dives into one of the biggest trading days of the year. First, the sell-off in bitcoin, ether and altcoins wipe away $460 billion in crypto markets. Then, BTC rallies some 30%. Matt Weller, Head of Market Research for Forex.com and CoinDesk’s Director of Data and Indexes Galen Moore weigh in on the volatility and what to expect next.

May 19, 2021

On “All About Bitcoin,” Investment Strategist Lyn Alden and Messari CEO Ryan Selkis discuss bitcoin (BTC), the sharp price drop over the weekend, and whether anything has changed their outlook for the largest cryptocurrency.

May 18, 2021

Crypto pioneer Bobby C. Lee joins “All About Bitcoin” to weigh in on today’s top bitcoin stories, including Elon Musk’s impact on bitcoin’s price, the “Elon Musk” effect and the energy debate. Lee also discusses his upcoming book “The Promise of Bitcoin: The Future of Money and How It Can Work for You.” And, Justin Chuh, Senior Trader at Wave Financial, shares his perspective on the bitcoin markets, what happened and what’s next.

May 17, 2021

Elon Musk’s tweets send prices of bitcoin & dogecoin on roller coaster rides. Now options market makers are contributing to the volatility. Plus, the debate over bitcoin mining’s environmental impact continues. We’re talking all about it on “All About Bitcoin” for the Week in Review.

May 14, 2021

Elon Musk calls Bitcoin’s energy use “insane,” but is he the one insane? On “All About Bitcoin,” CleanSpark CEO Zach Bradford weighs in. Plus, Wall Street and Main Street get a first look at Coinbase’s latest quarterly earnings since going public. Find out why New Constructs CEO David Trainer still thinks the crypto exchange is overvalued and where he sees the stock heading.

May 13, 2021

Consumer prices jumped 4.2% in April, higher than expected, according to Wednesday’s Consumer Price Index report. “All About Bitcoin” looks at how markets are reacting. CoinDesk’s Galen Moore provides analysis. Also, Bitfarms President Geoffrey Morphy discusses the Canadian company’s approval to be listed on Nasdaq, its expansion plans, and how the large bitcoin mining operation is answering the call for “clean” mining.

May 12, 2021

“All About Bitcoin” has today’s top bitcoin stories, including word that Block.one is creating a new $10 billion subsidiary to focus on launching a cryptocurrency exchange. CoinDesk’s Jamie Crawley has those details. And, bitcoin whales are swimming in a new direction. Toroso Investments CIO Michael Venuto joins our markets discussion.

May 11, 2021

While ether and dogecoin grab the headlines, blockchain data give analysts reason to remain bullish on bitcoin. “All About Bitcoin” reviews the charts with Coin Metrics Senior Research Analyst Nate Maddrey. Also, Suzannah Balluffi of Opimas on the safety of crypto custody services.

May 10, 2021

“All About Bitcoin” dives into the top stories of the week with our week-in-review panel: Managing Editor of Technology Christie Harkin, Managing Editor of Markets Brad Keoun, and Director of Data and Indexes Galen Moore. Topics include the effect of Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen’s comments on interest rates; what’s moving the markets now. Plus, news from Goldman Sachs, the IRS, Square, and others focused on bitcoin. And, Marathon announces it has mined its first “clean” block. Christie explains what that means.

May 7, 2021