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Ethereum Merge Is a ‘Powerful Force’: GSR Trader on Institutional Allocation to ETH
The Ethereum Merge now has an official kick-off date. GSR OTC Trader Luke Farrell expects that “a successful merge will … increase the ability for institutions to allocate to Ethereum.” He explains how the upgrade will impact the price of ether and why it’s a “powerful force.”
AVAX Falls After Self-Described Whistleblower Alleges Avalanche Weaponized Litigation Against Rivals
AVAX token dropped to its lowest level since July 13 on Monday after self-described "whistleblower" website Crypto Leaks accused Ava Labs, the company behind its parent smart-contract blockchain Avalanche, of paying lawyers to hurt competitors and keep regulators at bay. Emin Gün Sirer, Ava Labs founder and CEO, dismissed the piece as "conspiracy theory nonsense."
Bitcoin Dips Below $20K After Fed Chair Powell's Hawkish Speech
Bitcoin slid below $20,000 Monday as investors continued to digest U.S. Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell's vow to continue the monetary hawkishness the central bank adopted earlier this year. GSR OTC Trader Luke Farrell discusses what to expect from the Fed in September and the potential impact on the crypto markets. Plus, his take on the upcoming Ethereum merge and institutional activity.
Bitcoin Seeing ‘Reassessment of Optimism’: Trading Expert
GSR OTC Trader Luke Farrell discusses his bitcoin outlook as the cryptocurrency dips below $20,000 and investors digest U.S. Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell’s hawkish remarks from the Jackson Hole Economic Symposium.
Financial Accounting Standards Board to Discuss Crypto at Upcoming Meeting
The Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) plans to discuss cryptocurrencies at an upcoming meeting. CoinDesk Global Policy & Regulation Managing Editor Nikhilesh De discusses the details released so far and the implications for companies reporting digital assets on their balance sheets.
Blockchain for Europe Exec on EU Potentially Banning Dollar-Pegged Stablecoins
The European Union could potentially ban U.S. dollar-pegged stablecoins in 27 countries if the union finalizes the new Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) legislation. Blockchain for Europe Secretary General Robert Kopitsch breaks down the legislation.
‘A Lot of Interest’ in $10K ETH Strike Price, GlobalBlock CEO Says
GlobalBlock CEO Rufus Round tells “First Mover, there’s “a lot of interest” in the $10,000 strike price for ether’s (ETH) September options expiry. Round also discusses why the Merge will change the whole dynamic for the second-largest cryptocurrency by market cap.
IRS Serves ‘John Doe’ Summons to sFOX Looking for Possible Tax Evaders
The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) served a “John Doe” summons on crypto prime dealer sFOX earlier this week, sFOX Head of Operations Christopher Behnke said. The move allows the tax agency to hunt for potential tax evaders who are using company services. Behnke added the company is reviewing the document internally and contemplating next steps.
Future of Music NFTs as Artists Like Taylor Swift Speak Out About the Industry
Wachsman Marketing Associate Aziz Alangari discusses his recent op-ed on CoinDesk that explores what could have happened if Taylor Swift’s first re-recorded album, “Fearless (Taylor’s Version),” had been released as a non-fungible token (NFT). Alangari also discusses the impact of celebrity crypto adoption.
Alleged Tornado Cash Developer Has No Ties to Russia Secret Service, Wife Says
The wife of Alexey Pertsev, the web developer arrested in Amsterdam over suspected ties to the Tornado Cash crypto mixing protocol, dismissed speculation that her husband had links to the Russian secret service. CoinDesk Regulatory Reporter Jack Schickler breaks down the latest developments.