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Venture capital investments in crypto and blockchain firms in Latin America reached $653 million in 2021, almost 10 times more than what was invested in 2020, according to the Association for Private Capital Investment in Latin America (LAVCA). "The Hash" panel discusses the significance of this growth, particularly in regions known for hyperinflation like Venezuela and Argentina.

Feb 17, 2022

The Republic of the Marshall Islands has recognized decentralized autonomous organizations (DAOs) as legal entities, becoming the first sovereign nation to do so. The law essentially grants DAOs the same privileges as limited liability corporations (LLCs). "The Hash" hosts unpack whether this move is good for DAOs and what it means for a DAO to transition into an LLC.

Feb 17, 2022

The New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) filed a trademark application to provide an online marketplace for NFTs, cryptocurrencies, digital media and artwork. If successful, the exchange would be competing with the likes of popular NFT marketplaces OpenSea and Rarible. "This shows how interested corporations are in being involved with the times," Will Foxley says. "The Hash" team dives into what this means and why NYSE needs to file for a trademark at all.

Feb 17, 2022

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau invoked the Emergencies Act to address the continued protests across the country over COVID-19 measures. The move includes an expansion of money-laundering laws to include crypto transactions, adding that banks can immediately freeze or suspend bank accounts. "The Hash" resident Canadian co-host Jenn Sanasie says the government going after people's funds at this polarizing time is "very, very scary," especially as it hits close to home. The crew dissects this controversial measure on "The Hash."

Feb 15, 2022

Crypto lender BlockFi will move forward with registering its high-yield crypto-lending product with the agency as part of its $100 million settlement deal with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). "How are we actually promoting innovation?" Jenn Sanasie asks, adding that companies receive no protections from the government agency. Plus, "The Hash" team discusses SEC Commissioner Hester Peirce's response.

Feb 15, 2022

Top Russian government officials failed to reach an agreement on how to regulate cryptocurrencies despite President Vladimir Putin calling for a quick solution. "The Hash" co-host George Kaloudis said that while it's weird Russia isn't immediately banning crypto, this disagreement isn't surprising. Plus, the panel points to the central bank's continued stress about crypto risks and why maintaining that stance is like "beating a dead horse."

Feb 15, 2022

U.S. Representative Josh Gottheimer (D-N.J.) has introduced a bill that would establish government-backed insurance for stablecoins. “The Hash” crew discusses the potential consequences of the bill and how it could eliminate competitors in the industry.

Feb 15, 2022

Sam Bankman-Fried, CEO of crypto exchange empire FTX, joins “The Hash” to discuss the process behind his platform’s ad campaign that played during Sunday’s Super Bowl, featuring comedian Larry David. How did it compare with other crypto ads?

Feb 14, 2022

Bitcoin is trending higher Monday after a dip on Sunday. "The Hash" panel discusses the potential macro factors moving the price and where the crypto markets could be headed.

Feb 14, 2022

Representatives of India’s crypto industry met with senior policymakers at the Finance Ministry in a bid to make officials reconsider some aspects of the new crypto taxation policy. “The Hash” team discusses the state of crypto regulation in India.

Feb 14, 2022