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Coinbase's Layer 2 Blockchain 'Base' Opens to the Public on Aug. 9
Coinbase (COIN) announced that its layer-2 blockchain named Base will be open to the public next week. Built with Optimism's OP Stack, Base went live for developers in July for testing and users will be able to bridge their ether (ETH) to the blockchain on Thursday. "The Hash" panel weighs in on the new development at the crypto exchange.

HashKey, OSL Win Hong Kong's First Crypto Exchange Licenses
HashKey Exchange and OSL Digital Securities Ltd. have won Hong Kong's first crypto exchange licenses under a new regime that allows serving retail customers. The hosts of "First Mover" weigh in on the city's effort to re-emerge as a potential global hub for digital assets.

A Closer Look at the Bank of Japan's Digital Yen Approach
Central bank digital currencies are becoming increasingly controversial, with several U.S. presidential candidates taking strong stances against them. Meanwhile, the Atlantic Council reports 130 countries are exploring the use of CBDCs. CoinDesk's executive director of global content Emily Parker shares insights into how the Bank of Japan views the digital yen and its role in the global CBDC race.

We're in the 'Middle of a Battle' for Crypto's Soul: Sovryn Core Contributor
Edan Yago, a core contributor for Bitcoin DeFi protocol Sovryn, discusses his outlook for the crypto industry and the decentralized finance ecosystem amid ongoing regulatory pressure from lawmakers across the globe. Yago also weighs in on Worldcoin being suspended in Kenya.

Curve Finance Token Falls 20% in Past Week After Major Exploit
Curve Finance's native token CRV has declined roughly 20% in the past week. This comes as Kaiko releases new research since the DeFi exploit that put more than $100 million worth of crypto at risk. Kaiko research analyst Riyad Carey discusses the latest report.

How the Curve Finance Exploit Is Impacting CRV Token
Kaiko research analyst Riyad Carey discusses his crypto markets analysis as Curve Finance's native token CRV has fallen nearly 20% in the past week after the protocol fell victim to an exploit over the weekend.

If Binance Faces U.S. Criminal Charges it Could be a 'Death Blow': Former CFTC Division Director
Josh Sterling, former CFTC Division Director and current partner at Jones Day reacts to Semafor reporting that Binance could face U.S. Department of Justice fraud charges, although prosecutors are weighing alternatives given the risk of an FTX-style bank run. Sterling notes that criminal charges against companies are usually a "death blow" and often have "severe consequences for all stakeholders."

Department of Justice Could Charge Binance With Fraud: Report
Binance may face Department of Justice fraud charges, though prosecutors are considering alternatives given the risk of an FTX-style bank run, according to Semafor. Josh Sterling, Jones Day partner and former CFTC division director, discusses the specifics of the report and the potential outcomes.

Litecoin Undergoes Third 'Halving'; Race for Ether Futures ETFs Kicks Off
"CoinDesk Daily" takes a look at the crypto news making headlines as Litecoin (LTC) undergoes it's third "halving." Six firms file applications for ether (ETH) futures-based exchange-traded funds (ETFs). Lawyers for Sam Bankman-Fried say prosecutors moving to revoke his bond release relied on an "extremely thin" factual basis. Plus, Abracadabra is proposing measures to protect from a bad debt situation stemming from an $18 million loan to Curve Finance's founder.

Aave Should Block Curve Token Borrowing, Risk Management Firm Argues
Risk management firm Gauntlet posted a proposal to Aave community members, suggesting the ongoing crisis situation stemming from a large curve token collateral can be prevented by pausing borrowing activity. "The Hash" panel weighs in on the aftermath of the Curve Finance exploit that has put the entire DeFi ecosystem under stress since Sunday.
