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The Bitcoin Wallet Used by Colonial Pipeline Hackers Is Identified; Now What?
Is bitcoin really untraceable? As blockchain analytics firms such as Elliptic and Chainalysis show, bitcoin transactions are not as secret as some people think. CoinDesk’s Nik De breaks down the story of how Elliptic identified the bitcoin wallet used by DarkSide, the hacker group behind the Colonial Pipeline shutdown.
Supermodel Emily Ratajkowski Sells First NFT to “Reclaim” Her Image
Actress and model Emily Ratajkowski is auctioning her first NFT at Christie’s, in what she describes as an effort to reclaim control over her image. “The Hash” panel discusses digital ownership and NFTs as a form of empowerment.
There’s Now Almost Zero Correlation Between Dogecoin and Bitcoin
Dogecoin has taken on a life of its own. The memecoin used to be correlated with the price of bitcoin, but data gathered by CoinDesk’s research team shows the correlation between the two cryptocurrencies has dropped to nearly zero. “All About Bitcoin” host Christine Lee breaks it down in the Chart of the Day.
Understanding Elon Musk's Outsized Crypto Market Influence
One tweet from Elon Musk can send the crypto markets soaring or, in the case of Tesla's reversal on bitcoin payments, spiraling. Dogecoin has jumped 22 percent after Musk tweeted that he was working with developers to improve the memecoin's network transaction efficiency. Why does Musk have such an impact on the crypto markets? "All About Bitcoin's" Week in Review panel discusses. Plus, a discussion of Coinbase's first earnings report.
Signs of Institutional Interest Picking Up: Will It Help Boost Bitcoin’s Price in the Short Term?
Are institutions buying the dip, and what’s in store for bitcoin as it attempts a rebound following this week’s drop? “All About Bitcoin’s” Friday panel weighs in on what the markets can expect from bitcoin next week. Plus, an update on the Taproot activation and the latest Craig Wright drama.
Elon Musk Says He’s Working With Dogecoin Devs to Improve Network
The price of dogecoin surged after Elon Musk tweeted he was working with the joke coin’s developers to improve the network’s transaction efficiency. This tweet follows on the heels of Musk’s announcement yesterday that Tesla would stop accepting bitcoin as a form of payment.
Adoption of Privacy Coins Like Monero is Growing
New data by the Crypto Directory shows that merchants' and retailers' adoption of privacy coins like monero continues to grow. "The Hash" panel discusses the role of privacy coins, particularly as blockchain analytics firms like Chainalysis reveal the lack of privacy with traditional cryptocurrencies like bitcoin.
Crypto Enforcement Has Made the IRS Over $20M
The IRS's crypto enforcement is literally paying off. According to Bloomberg Law, the government agency has brought in over $20 million from crypto enforcement actions. "The Hash" panel discusses the privacy implications of the IRS's tactic of blanket summons and the future of crypto taxes.
‘Britcoin?’ Bank of England Official Says UK Will ‘Probably’ Launch a CBDC
The U.K.’s central bank is reportedly considering launching a digital currency, called “Britcoin,” to maintain citizens’ confidence in the availability of public money. “The Hash” panel debates the utility of CBDCs and the privacy implications of central bank digital currencies.
Here's What Inflation Rising Faster Than Expected Means for Bitcoin
Some investors are buying bitcoin as a hedge against inflation, but CoinDesk's Director of Data and Indexes Galen Moore is skeptical. "The idea that somebody is afraid that the dollar is losing its value and therefore is fleeing to the safety of bitcoin is frankly silly," Moore said.