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Cynthia Lummis of Wyoming is one of the biggest crypto supporters in the U.S. Senate. She discusses the federal government’s opportunity to harness bitcoin’s power as a store of value, how bitcoin can shed its association with crime and her mission to educate Congress about digital assets.

Mar 4, 2021

CoinDesk Managing Editor Nikhilesh De with the main takeaways from Gary Gensler’s Senate confirmation hearing Tuesday, suggesting Gensler could bring regulatory clarity to the crypto space if and when he is confirmed as the new SEC chief.

Mar 3, 2021

MOBI (Mobility Open Blockchain Initiative) CEO and founder Chris Ballinger on the ability to record automotive data, including a vehicle’s identity, on the blockchain and why that’s a game changer for the automotive industry.

Mar 3, 2021

Reacting to dogecoin’s newfound mainstream popularity, Litecoin creator Charlie Lee says he’s a “big fan,” suggesting some of the ways in which DOGE proves to be more than just a meme.

Mar 3, 2021

Declaring bitcoin the “apex monetary asset” and stating the world needs a non-sovereign store of value, MicroStrategy CEO Michael Saylor discusses the importance of the cryptocurrency and his bitcoin strategy.

Mar 3, 2021

Crypto artist Dave Krugman, whose digital work "Ecumenopolis: Sector 1 NYC" recently sold for 20 ETH on SuperRare, explains how the non-fungible token boom has impacted his career and how NFTs are shaping the future of art. "This presents a really interesting opportunity for artists to finally be taken seriously in the digital realm," Krugman said. Plus, a discussion of practical tips for artists hoping to navigate the NFT terrain.

Mar 2, 2021

Michael Liebowitz of RIA Advisors joins "First Mover" to explain why registered investment advisors and their clients are very cautious about crypto at this time but will be inclined to invest if U.S. regulators approve an exchange-traded fund. "They see what's going on with the Fed and what [it's] doing to purchasing power," Leibowitz said. "We're going to find alternative methods to protect ourselves."

Mar 2, 2021

It's a big day on Capitol Hill as the Senate confirmation hearing begins for Gary Gensler, President Biden's choice to lead the SEC. Nik De, CoinDesk's regulatory reporter, joins "First Mover" to discuss the topics that might come up during today's hearings, including protections for retail investors and the coronavirus pandemic's impact on the economy.

Mar 2, 2021

Gary Gensler, President Biden’s choice for SEC chairman, is testifying before Congress at his virtual confirmation hearing today.

Mar 2, 2021

Max Boonen, founder and director of B2C2, shares his thoughts on the future of the crypto market if U.S. monetary policy tightens or institutional investment announcements slow. “I think there is scope for a little bit of a reversal,” Boonen said.

Mar 1, 2021