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The Case for Crypto Literacy as BlockFi Follows FTX Into Bankruptcy
A new crypto literacy quiz reveals there is still a significant crypto knowledge gap in the U.S., with 91% of respondents still needing to receive a passing score. Coinme CEO & Co-founder Neil Bergquist discusses the key takeaways and the need for crypto literacy education amid lingering contagion concerns.
Joke About Wrapped Ether Spooks Crypto Twitter
Fear, uncertainty, and doubt (FUD) over wrapped ether (wETH) made waves on crypto Twitter over the weekend, with false rumors alleging that wETH is insolvent because it isn't backed 1:1 by ether (ETH). "The Hash" hosts discuss the industry implications.
Solana-Focused Crypto Wallet Phantom Taps Ethereum, Polygon
Phantom, the leading crypto wallet in the Solana ecosystem, said Tuesday it will add support for assets on the Ethereum and Polygon blockchains, with the rollout beginning in about three months, according to a representative. "The Hash" panel discusses what this means for Solana and mainstream crypto adoption.
Centralized Crypto Exchanges Will Still Remain Dominant After FTX Collapse, JPMorgan Says
Centralized exchanges will continue to control the majority of global digital-asset trading volumes, JPMorgan said, contradicting some crypto-native experts who expect a shift toward decentralized platforms in the wake of FTX's collapse. The comments come from the bank's strategists in a note to clients. "The Hash" panel discusses the outlook for decentralized exchanges (DEXs) and DeFi adoption.
India to Begin Digital Rupee Test in 4 Cities With 4 Banks
The Reserve Bank of India will start testing its retail central bank digital currency (CBDC), the digital rupee, in Mumbai, New Delhi, Bengaluru and Bhubaneswar with the initial participation of four banks. CoinDesk Regulatory Reporter Amitoj Singh discusses the latest on the pilot program.
Grayscale's Bitcoin Trust Shares Continue to Trade at a Discount
Bernstein Managing Director of Global Digital Assets Gautam Chhugani unpacks the outlook for Genesis and Grayscale's GBTC, amid the ongoing contagion concerns from the fallout of FTX. Grayscale Investments, which manages GBTC, Genesis and CoinDesk are owned by Digital Currency Group.
Markets Will Trade Flat 'Until Trust Gets Re-Established': Analyst
The CoinDesk Market Index Excluding Stablecoins is up 4.4% this week after it lost nearly 300 points earlier this month on the FTX fallout and subsequent contagion effects. Floating Point Group Co-Founder and CEO John Peurifoy expects continued flat conditions, until "trust gets re-established...or people find technological ways to get a little bit more comfort."
Legal Expert: 'Doubtful' BlockFi Customers Will Get Their Money Back
Crypto lender BlockFi filed for bankruptcy protection in the U.S., citing exposure to FTX. Hodder Law Firm Managing Partner Sasha Hodder is "doubtful" that customers will get their money back, "unless some miracle happens that someone comes in and provides a bailout."
Crypto Industry Outlook as BlockFi Files For Bankruptcy
Bernstein Managing Director of Global Digital Assets Gautam Chhugani discusses his outlook for the crypto sector as BlockFi files for bankruptcy in the wake of FTX's collapse. Plus, the Grayscale Bitcoin Trust (GBTC) is drawing market attention after sister company Genesis Global Capital said its lending unit would halt customer withdrawals. Grayscale Investments, which manages GBTC, Genesis and CoinDesk are owned by Digital Currency Group.
Bitcoin, Ether Higher Despite BlockFi Filing for Bankruptcy
Major cryptos are jumping despite crypto lender BlockFi filing for bankruptcy protection and ongoing protests in China over Covid-19 restrictions. Floating Point Group Co-Founder and CEO John Peurifoy discusses the price actions and broader market outlook as the FTX contagion continues to spread.