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SEC has become ‘Power-Hungry Regulator’: Rep. Emmer
CoinDesk’s Nikhilesh De discusses what took place at a U.S. House Committee on Financial Services hearing and how it could impact the crypto markets.

Polygon Deploys Zero Knowledge Rollup Testnet, 'Holy Grail' of Scaling: Co-Founder
Ethereum scaling solution Polygon announced the launch of Polygon zkEVM, which the company described as a "major leap forward" in the world of zero knowledge (ZK) technology. Polygon co-founder Mihailo Bjelic explains why it is "the missing component" to start this new chapter of mass adoption. Plus, a closer look at the recent Polygon token (MATIC) rally and the platform's participation in Disney's accelerator program.

Any User Would be ‘Insane’ to Trust Celsius With Their Assets Right Now: Former Employee
Timothy Cradle, former Celsius Director of Financial Crimes Compliance, shares his insights while working at the crypto lender before the company filed for bankruptcy. Cradle also weighs in on allegations of market manipulation and why Celsius is a “damaged brand.”

Celsius Outlines Mining-Focused Reorganization Plan at First Bankruptcy Hearing
At its first bankruptcy court hearing Monday, crypto lender Celsius revealed it’s betting big on its mining subsidiary to help fill the $1.2 billion hole in the company’s balance sheet. CoinDesk Regulatory Reporter Cheyenne Ligon discusses what this means for Celsius and its users.

Ether Leads Crypto Rebound Amid ‘Merge Trade’
AdvisorShares CEO Noah Hamman discusses his crypto markets analysis as Ethereum’s native token ether (ETH) surges nearly 50% ahead of the upcoming “merge” event from the network’s proof-of-work to proof-of-stake consensus model. “Crypto may be finding a bottom,” Hamman said. Plus, crypto deleveraging, institutional activity, and regulation outlook.

Lawmakers to Hold Hearing on Oversight of SEC's Division of Enforcement
The House Subcommittee on Investor Protection, Entrepreneurship, and Capital Markets is holding a hearing Tuesday on the oversight of the SEC's division of enforcement. CoinDesk Managing Editor of Global Policy & Regulation Nikhilesh De discusses what to expect. Plus, key takeaways from Celsius' bankruptcy hearing so far.

US and UK Falling Behind on Central Bank Digital Currency Adoption While China Expands E-CNY
105 countries, representing over 95 percent of global GDP, are exploring a central bank digital currency (CBDC), according to the Atlantic Council. Director Josh Lipsky shares insights into the key findings, discussing the impact of China’s e-CNY, the digital euro and why the United States risks falling behind in the global race for digital money.

Liminal Founder on Celsius Bankruptcy, India's Crypto Scene
Liminal founder Mahin Gupta discusses the fallout from Celsius Network's implosion and why he "absolutely" sees changes in self-custody practices. Plus, insights into the state of crypto in India as its central bank seeks to ban digital assets but says it needs global collaboration.

Ether Futures See $230M in Liquidations as Merge Pushes ETH to $1.5K
GlobalBlock CEO Rufus Round discusses his crypto markets analysis as futures tracking ether (ETH) saw over $230 million in losses in the past 24 hours as buying pressure built up on the world’s second-largest crypto by market capitalization ahead of an essential catalyst in September.

Three Arrows Capital Creditors Meeting Today; Celsius Outlines Next Steps
Creditors of crypto hedge fund Three Arrows Capital (3AC) are reportedly scheduled to meet today following a liquidation order issued by a British Virgin Islands court. Nikhilesh De, CoinDesk managing editor of global policy & regulation, discusses what to expect. Plus, a preview of crypto lender Celsius' first bankruptcy hearing.
