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Crypto Taking Off in Latin America
Many U.S. investors might view bitcoin mostly as a store of value, but in Latin America, bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies are emerging as useful payment methods. Daniel Vogel of Bitso joins "First Mover" to discuss the state of the crypto markets in Latin America, Bitso's expansion plans and what's behind the stablecoin boom in the region.
Was Elon Musk's SNL Performance Behind Dogecoin's Crash?
Dogecoin fans expected the joke coin to soar during Elon Musk's SNL appearance, but the dogecoin (DOGE) price ended up falling significantly. Some are blaming Musk's awkward performance, but is that really what caused the coin to tank? CoinDesk's Nikhilesh De breaks it down on "First Mover."
Bitstamp CEO: Regulation is ‘Absolutely What the Industry Needs’
In a congressional hearing Thursday, SEC Chairman Gary Gensler called for more regulations for U.S. crypto exchanges. Bitstamp CEO Julian Sawyer explains why he would welcome such regulation and sees Gensler’s comments as positive for the industry.
Is Ether Headed Toward a Trillion-Dollar Market Cap?
Ether is emerging as the foundational base layer for decentralized finance and crypto innovations, and its price is soaring accordingly. Greg Magadini, CEO of Genesis Volatility, thinks a trillion-dollar ether market cap is a “no-brainer.” Plus, his thoughts on the crypto options markets.
Jackson, Tennessee Wants to Become the Next Bitcoin Hub
Scott Conger, mayor of Jackson, Tennessee, wants the city to become a major hub for crypto companies. Conger’s plans include facilitating mining and paying city employees in bitcoin. Conger joins “First Mover” to talk about his crypto dreams for Jackson and how he plans to make them a reality.
Former Fed Regulator Michael Hsu Appointed Acting Comptroller of the Currency
Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen appointed Michael Hsu, a former Federal Reserve banking regulator, as Acting Comptroller of the Currency. CoinDesk’s Nikhilesh De on what we know about Hsu’s background and what his appointment might mean for the crypto sphere.
BCH Gets the Nod from Japan; Digital Yuan Travels to the Countryside
While Bitcoin Cash surges, we talked to a Japanese coffee shop owner who just started accepting BCH as payment yesterday. Buying bubble tea with a digital yuan China’s DCEP pilot program continues to expand. Police in Korea are told no to crypto, but who will police the police?
Ethereum Co-Founder Anthony Di Iorio: ‘I Don’t See Things Stopping for Ether’
Ether is booming, setting new all-time highs almost daily, but what’s behind the cryptocurrency’s recent success? Ethereum co-founder Anthony Di Iorio joins “First Mover” to discuss the bull market driving Ether’s rise, Canadian ETFs, and the NFT craze. Plus, his thoughts on “Ethereum killer” projects like Polkdadot and Cardano.
‘Everyone Has Been Bitten By The Chia Bug’; Indian Banks Puzzle Crypto
The Indian crypto industry speaks out after banks try to block crypto transactions based on a banking ban that no longer exists. The Chia bug keeps on biting. The “green” alternative crypto coin has one exchange calling the first week of trading “crazy.”
How Common Is Crypto Crime?
Regulators like Janet Yellen and industry leaders like Charlie Munger have made headlines in recent weeks for claiming criminals use bitcoin, but how common is crypto crime, really? Philip Gradwell, the chief economist at Chainalysis, a crypto analytics firm, says it’s rare.