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Algorand Foundation CEO on Crypto-Staking After Kraken’s SEC Settlement
Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong says he's heard rumors the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission would like to ban retail investors from engaging in cryptocurrency staking. Algorand Foundation CEO Staci Warden discusses what this could mean for crypto stakers, as Kraken shut its staking services as a part of its SEC settlement. Plus, the latest on Algorand Foundation's partnerships in India for Web3 growth.
Launchnodes CEO on Kraken Shutting Down Its US Staking Program
Crypto exchange Kraken is ending its crypto staking services for U.S. clients and paying a $30 million fine in a settlement with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). Jaydeep Korde, founder and CEO of non-custodial Ethereum staking services provider Launchnodes, discusses what this means for his business operations and the crypto industry at large.
Bitcoin, Ether Falling as Paxos To Stop Minting Stablecoin BUSD
Bitcoin slipped below $22,000 as stablecoin issuer Paxos announced the company would stop minting new Binance USD (BUSD) tokens at the direction of the New York Department of Financial Services (NYDFS). This comes after a report of the threat of legal action from the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). Tastycrypto Head of Digital Assets Ryan Grace discusses how this will impact the market sentiment.
What SEC's Enforcement Action on Kraken Could Mean for Crypto Industry
Crypto exchange Kraken will pay a $30 million settlement fine to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and halt its staking service for U.S. customers. Former SEC Attorney and Ketsal partner Zachary Fallon says the agency's enforcement action shows the SEC's "increasing focus on intermediaries in this space."
Compound Labs Founder Reacts to Contentious Uniswap Vote Result
Compound Labs Founder Robert Leshner reacts to voting ending on the proposal to deploy Uniswap v3 on the BNB Chain using the Wormhole bridge. Leshner, who voted in favor of the deployment, shares his reactions to the result and explains why he thinks this move will be a net positive.
Super Bowl LVII Won't Be a 'Crypto Bowl' Like Last Year
In 2022, crypto companies spent a combined $54 million on Super Bowl ads, according to MediaRadar. This year, expensive crypto ads with famous faces won't be part of the big football game broadcast. "Brands are weary to associate themselves with crypto...whether it's fair or not," said Adweek Senior Reporter Patrick Kulp. He shares more insights into the lack of crypto ads this year.
DFD Partners President Shares His Outlook on Crypto In 2023
Despite the U.S. Federal Reserve's continued hawkish calls for further rate hikes, DFD Partners president Bilal Little believes investors could soon see the early innings of the next bull cycle. Little explains his outlook and shares his price prediction for bitcoin (BTC) by the end of 2023.
Kraken Facing SEC Scrutiny Is 'Not a Condemnation of Staking At Large': Former SEC Attorney
Crypto exchange Kraken will end its U.S. crypto-staking service and pay a $30 million fine to settle with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). Former SEC Attorney and Ketsal partner Zachary Fallon weighs in on the developments, noting this is not a condemnation of staking at large, where users can validate transitions on a proof-of-work chain.
Stablecoin Issuer Paxos Is Being Investigated by New York Regulator
The New York Department of Financial Services (NYDFS) is investigating stablecoin issuer Paxos, CoinDesk has learned. The full scope of the investigation is unclear. CoinDesk Global Policy and Regulation Managing Editor Nikhilesh De discusses the latest developments.
The Super Bowl and Crypto: What a Difference a Year Makes
Broadcaster Fox Sports recently said there will be "zero representation" of crypto companies in the advertising lineup for this year's Super Bowl championship game on Sunday. Adweek Senior Reporter Patrick Kulp looks back at the crypto advertisements in 2022 and what has changed in the industry since the last Super Bowl.