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Crypto Adoption Shifts to Emerging Markets as China, US Drop in Chainalysis Global Rankings
Most bitcoin is traded on exchanges with central order books, but some are traded peer-to-peer (P2P). A new Chainalysis chart reveals smaller, emerging markets outside the U.S. and China are growing faster in crypto trading activity by this measure relative to what can be seen in the world's two largest crypto markets. CoinDesk's Galen Moore breaks down the Chart of the Day.
Chainalysis Exec on Why Emerging Markets Are Top of the 2021 Global Crypto Adoption Ranking
Blockchain forensics firm Chainalysis has released its 2021 global crypto adoption index, an annual report on bitcoin adoption by country worldwide. Kimberly Grauer, Chainalysis Director of Research, breaks down this year’s findings and what they suggest about the global state of crypto and emerging markets.
Blockstream Raises $210M, Acquires Mining Chip Manufacturer Spondoolies
Canadian bitcoin technology company Blockstream is valued at $3.2 billion following a $210 million Series B raise, which will fund an expansion into manufacturing specialized mining chips (ASICs). The firm has also acquired Israeli bitcoin mining hardware manufacturer Spondoolies.
DeFi Adoption Still Reportedly Far From Mainstream
A new report from blockchain data firm Chainalysis suggests mainstream adoption of decentralized finance (DeFi) protocols remains at an early stage relative to the wider crypto industry. “The Hash” group digs into the findings and what they could indicate about the ever-evolving future of DeFi.
DeFi Exchange SushiSwap Builds on Avalanche as Part of $180M Incentive Program
Popular decentralized exchange (DEX) SushiSwap is the latest decentralized finance (DeFi) project to join proof-of-stake blockchain Avalanche in its $180 million incentive program. "The Hash" hosts discuss the ongoing trend of blockchain networks increasingly jumping aboard the DeFi bandwagon and what this could mean in navigating the future of open finance.
Michael Saylor’s MicroStrategy Buys Another $177M of Bitcoin
Business analytics software provider MicroStrategy has repurchased bitcoin after a brief lull, adding another 3,907 BTC worth about $177 million to its vast trove of the original cryptocurrency totaling 108,992 BTC. "The Hash" squad discusses the outlook for Michael Saylor's company as it continues to establish itself as the industry's premier bitcoin institutional holding firm.
President Bukele Confirms El Salvador Will Not Require Bitcoin Acceptance
El Salvador President Nayib Bukele confirmed the use of bitcoin as legal tender would not be mandatory. In contrast to the original Bitcoin Law, the government will not force any of the nation’s residents to receive it as a form of payment.
What Drove Bitcoin Over $50K?, 'Golden Rules' for Financial Advisors
Onramp Invest CEO Tyrone Ross dives into crypto markets, sharing his thoughts on what drove bitcoin through the psychological $50K barrier. An investment advisor focused on digital assets, Ross also has advice for other financial advisors whose clients are interested in cryptocurrencies.
Professor Jailed for Crypto Scam, Cryptopunks Trading Volume Soars
A South Korean professor and presidential campaign advisor jailed over a crypto scam. The Philippines says Axie Infinity earnings are subject to tax, and Cryptopunks' NFT trading volume soars. We’ll have more on those stories and other news shaping the cryptocurrency and blockchain world in this episode of "The Daily Forkast."
Blockstream CEO on Mining in North America, Plans for the $210M Raise
Adam Back, CEO of Blockstream, the latest crypto company to become a unicorn, shares the Bitcoin infrastructure firm’s plans for spending its new $210 million raise and thoughts on possible changes in crypto mining.