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Ethereum Veteran on Layer 1 Blockchain LUKSO's Mainnet Launch

LUKSO, a layer 1 blockchain for creative types, is set to launch its mainnet on Tuesday. Fabian Vogelsteller, co-founder and chief blockchain architect at LUKSO, joins "First Mover" to discuss the launch and his outlook on decentralized social media. Plus, how LUKSO enables innovation and expansion on the blockchain.

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Litecoin's Next Halving Slated for August

Alan Austin, Litecoin Foundation's Managing Director, discusses his expectations for Litecoin ahead of the next halving expected this summer and why it hasn't necessarily had the buzz like other projects have been getting recently. "Litecoin was built to be better money...sending money is not nearly as exciting," Austin added.

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Gemini Says Genesis Parent Company DCG Missed $630 Million Payment

Gemini said in an update on its website that Digital Currency Group (DCG) missed a $630 million payment owed to Genesis last week. Gemini says it is working with Genesis, DCG, and creditors to provide forbearance to DCG in order to avoid a default. Both Genesis and CoinDesk are owned by DCG. CoinDesk Managing Editor of Global Policy and Regulation Nikhilesh De discusses the latest developments.

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Bitcoin Outlook as Trading Range Narrows to Tightest in Months

FLUID CEO Ahmed Ismail shares his crypto markets analysis as bitcoin (BTC)'s trading range has narrowed to its tightest in months, according to Glassnode data. Plus, Ismail discusses the role of AI and its potential impact on finance and crypto.

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Litecoin Foundation Managing Director on Network Activity Amid Ordinals Frenzy

Litecoin, the 12th largest cryptocurrency by market capitalization, saw some big gains last week, and it could be because people are using Litecoin for Ordinals. Litecoin Foundation Managing Director Alan Austin joins "First Mover" to discuss. Plus, what to expect from Litecoin's scheduled halving event expected in August.

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Polygon Co-Founder on Web3 Fellowship Program

Polygon co-founder Sandeep Nailwal recently launched a Web3 Fellowship program and is pledging his own money toward the $500,000 cohort of 10 builders selected each year. Nailwal joins "First Mover" to discuss the program and what he hopes to achieve amid the current crypto bear market. Plus, insights into what the future holds for the Polygon ecosystem.

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Legal Expert Dissects Florida Gov. DeSantis' Campaign Against CBDCs

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis signed a bill last week to prohibit the use of central bank digital currencies (CBDC) in the state. Carla Reyes, assistant professor at Southern Methodist University’s Dedman School of Law, who has done work in both digital assets law and the Uniform Commercial Code (UCC) that Florida is focused on, explains why she thinks "nothing has been prohibited" by the new law.

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Sky Mavis Co-Founder on Play-to-Earn Gaming Outlook

Sky Mavis co-founder Jeffrey 'Jihoz' Zirlin discusses the benefits of the play-to-earn business model and the future of Web3 gaming on the heels of Axie Infinity's card-based strategy game debuting on the Apple app store in key markets.

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Sky Mavis Co-Founder Discusses Axie Infinity's Game Launch on Apple App Store in Select Regions

Sky Mavis, the creator of non-fungible token (NFT) project Axie Infinity, has launched its Axie Infinity: Origins card game on the Apple App Store in key markets. Sky Mavis Co-founder Jeffrey 'Jihoz' Zirlin shares insights into the card-based strategy game as part of its global expansion push.

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Ripple Exec on Acquiring Crypto Custody Firm Metaco for $250M

Blockchain firm Ripple is buying Swiss-based crypto custody provider Metaco for $250 million. James Wallis, Ripple VP of Central Bank Engagements and CBDCs, shares insights into the acquisition.

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