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In the past few weeks, two crypto mining bills, SB 1929 and HB 591, are awaiting Texas Gov. Greg Abbott’s signature. The legislation shows support for miners. Marathon Digital Holdings CEO Fred Thiel breaks down how the bills could impact crypto miners in the Lone Star state.

Jun 2, 2023

The U.S. economy added 339,000 jobs in the month of May, with the unemployment rate rising to 3.7%, according to data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). "First Mover" breaks down what the jobs data could mean for the crypto markets.

Jun 2, 2023

CoinDesk regulatory Reporter Jack Schickler joins "First Mover" to discuss the latest developments on crypto regulation in the Europe as the landmark Markets in Crypto Assets regulation (MiCA) framework is finalized. This comes as a recent report commissioned by EU lawmakers states landmark new crypto laws under MiCA may have few short-term benefits without further steps.

Jun 2, 2023

Bitcoin (BTC) climbed back above the $27,000 level as the U.S. economy added 339,000 jobs in the month of May, beating expectations. Coinbase Institutional Head of Research David Duong joins "First Mover" with his market analysis. Plus, reaction to Tether's USDT market cap reaching a record-high of $83.2 billion.

Jun 2, 2023

Texas legislators are throwing their weight behind bitcoin mining with two bills passed in the latest legislative session that are signaling support for the industry, and one thwarted for the time being. Marathon Digital Holdings CEO Fred Thiel discusses what this means for crypto miners in the Lone Star state. Plus, insights on bitcoin mining plans in other locations around the world.

Jun 2, 2023

Hong Kong's Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) will begin accepting applications for crypto trading platform licenses on June 1. InvestHK head of financial services and fintech King Leung outlines the recent updates to Hong Kong’s crypto regulations, noting exchanges that have not been operating in Hong Kong prior to June 1, 2023, will now “have to apply for a license” in order to legally operate.

Jun 1, 2023

Nestcoin CEO and co-founder Yele Bademosi discusses the real world utility of digital assets in Nigeria, citing the use of stablecoins like USDT in cross-border money movements.

Jun 1, 2023

Nestcoin CEO and co-founder Yele Bademosi discusses the state of crypto adoption in Nigeria and the citizens' awareness of digital assets after the country's government recently approved a national blockchain policy as part of the country's effort to transition to a digital economy.

Jun 1, 2023

Twitter has been criticized for complying with over 80% of government takedown requests under Elon Musk’s leadership, according to multiple media reports. CoinDesk Executive Director of Global Content Emily Parker discusses the social media platform's guidelines after Musk has previously referred to himself as a “free speech absolutist."

Jun 1, 2023

The House of Representatives passed the debt ceiling bill on Wednesday night, days before Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen said the U.S. would run out of money to pay its bills on time. "First Mover" discusses the impact of the legislation on the crypto markets ahead of the Federal Reserve's upcoming decision on interest rates in June.

Jun 1, 2023