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Meet the DeFi Data Firm Backed by Mark Cuban
Remy Carpinito, CEO of Esprezzo, joins "First Mover" to explain Espreszzo's role in the DeFi data space and how Esprezzo's data analytics can help crypto traders. Plus, why Esprezzo has garnered support from major investors like Mark Cuban.
Tether Attestation is a Step Towards Transparency
Tether published an attestation today verifying that it has $35B in assets to back USDT. The report card, produced by a third-party accounting firm, is the first from Tether since 2018. Nik De discusses the report and its significance.
Will You Pay for Your Next Vacation in Bitcoin?
The travel industry is beginning to bounce back. Travala is a booking platform that allows users to pay for travel accommodations and experiences with cryptocurrency. Travala CEO Juan Otero discusses how it works and why anyone would want to use crypto to pay for travel.
Jeremy Allaire Breaks Down Visa’s Embrace of Crypto Payments
Jeremy Allaire of Circle weighs in on Visa’s recent decision to settle payments on the Ethereum network using USDC. Allaire explains how Visa’s identity as a “network of networks” can translate to crypto, how blockchain payments can speed up financial transactions and the role of stablecoins like USDC in crypto payments.
What's the Outlook for Crypto Under Gary Gensler?
Silvio Micali, cryptographer and founder of Algorand, weighs in on the impact that Gary Gensler could have on the crypto ecosystem if confirmed as SEC chairman. Micali, who worked with Gensler at MIT, says Gensler could usher in an era of responsible innovation. Plus, the latest news from Algorand and why Micali says it's ideally suited for NFTs.
What’s Happening in the Asian Crypto Markets?
Crypto database Messari recently published a report on the crypto markets in Asia. Hong Kong-based analyst Mira Christanto explains the current trends in crypto in Asia and the future of peer-to-peer trading in China.
Miami Mayor Wants City to Be a 'Clean' Mining Hub for Crypto
90% of crypto is currently mined outside the United States – something Francis Suarez, the mayor of Miami, is trying to change. Suarez wants Miami to become a "clean energy" bitcoin mining hub, possibly powered by nuclear energy. Nik De reviews the feasibility of Suarez's plan. Plus, an update on the contenders to lead the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC).
Sam Bankman-Fried on FTX's Naming Rights for Miami Heat Arena, NFTs and Visa's Crypto Future
Bitcoin billionaire and FTX CEO Sam Bankman-Fried joins "First Mover" to discuss FTX's $135M deal to win the naming rights for the Miami Heat arena and how he thinks it will benefit FTX. Plus, his thoughts on DeFi, the NFT boom and Visa's decision to allow settlement transactions in stablecoin USDC.
Ethereum 2.0 Staking Operation Says It has Produced Revenue from its 200 Nodes
The Ethereum network is transitioning from proof-of-work to proof-of-stake. Charles Allen of BTCS, a publicly-traded crypto mining company, gives an update on Ethereum 2.0 and how their proof-of-stake mining operation is going. Plus, is the idea of "clean" bitcoin something to take seriously?
Gary Gensler’s Nomination to Lead the SEC Is Finally Headed for a Vote
Senate majority leader Chuck Schumer filed closure on Gary Gensler’s nomination yesterday, which means the vote to confirm Gensler to the SEC chairman’s role will happen as early as next month. Nikhilesh De on bipartisan support for Gensler and the likelihood of Gensler’s confirmation.