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USD coin (USDC), a stablecoin currently on four blockchain networks with a market cap of $25 billion, could soon be on as many as 10 more networks, including Tezos. USDC is an Ethereum-based stablecoin managed by the CENTRE consortium, started by fintech firm Circle and crypto exchange Coinbase.

Jun 30, 2021

Central bank digital currency (CBDC) initiatives around the world are ramping up. The Bank of Russia has reportedly named 12 banks to develop a prototype of the digital ruble by December. Meanwhile, the CBDC trials have reached Beijing’s subways as passengers can now use the digital yuan to pay their fares.

Jun 30, 2021

The Spanish Socialist Party (PSOE), the governing political body in Spain, is considering issuing its national digital currency as an alternative to the euro. "The Hash" panel examines the significance of Spain seeking independence and nationalization with their money, nearly 20 years after the Spanish peseta ceased to be legal tender when the country adopted the euro as its sole monetary unit.

Jun 30, 2021

Coinbase is launching a crypto savings account that lets users earn 4% annual percentage yield (APY) by lending out USD coin (USDC). The crypto exchange is touting far higher yields than what traditional savings accounts can offer, but there's no free lunch. "The Hash" hosts explore the pros and cons of such high-yield products.

Jun 29, 2021

China's continued crypto crackdowns have been a blow for mining operations based in the country, but for miners in other parts of the world, it might be good news. Bitcoin's hashrate, a measure of the computational power working to secure the blockchain network, dropped to its lowest since May 2020. Meanwhile, the BTC mining difficulty could see a 25% decrease in July. "The Hash" hosts unpack why this is a windfall for active miners outside of China.

Jun 29, 2021

Cathie Wood’s ARK Invest is the latest company seeking approval with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to register a bitcoin exchange-traded fund (ETF). “The Hash” panel discusses the U.S. bitcoin ETF race and how an ETF would impact the crypto markets.

Jun 29, 2021

"The Hash" team discusses the news swirling around the reported death of controversial bitcoin maximalist Mircea Popescu, also known as the "Father of Bitcoin Toxicity." Popescu is believed to be one of the largest holders of bitcoin.

Jun 29, 2021

Tom Brady and Gisele Bündchen will become equity shareholders of Sam Bankman-Fried's cryptocurrency derivatives exchange FTX. This long-term partnership makes Brady an exchange ambassador, with Bündchen an environmental and social initiatives advisor. Both received crypto as part of the new deal. "The Hash" panel digs into the ongoing saga of sports and crypto.

Jun 29, 2021

Binance, the largest cryptocurrency exchange by volume, is facing warnings from financial regulators in Japan, the U.K., and Canada. “The Hash” panel breaks down what this means for Binance and other exchanges and why this will be a continuing story to watch.

Jun 28, 2021

A new non-fungible token (NFT)-powered digital comic book entitled “InterPop” is launching in July to bring interactivity back to comics. Interpop fans will get to decide heroes’ fates and fashion choices. “The Hash” panel unpacks the project and what it means for the future of NFTs.

Jun 28, 2021