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Crypto Attracting Big Loads of Venture Capital
Multicoin Capital has raised its second venture fund for $100 million to double down on investments in crypto startups, which comes on the heels of venture capital firm Andreessen Horowitz (a16z) reportedly collecting checks for a $1 billion cryptocurrency venture fund. “The Hash” panel explores what this could mean for crypto startups and the overall impact crypto-backed VCs can have on the financial sector.

Decision on Donald Trump’s Facebook Ban: Why it Matters
The Facebook Oversight Board will soon release its decision on whether Trump’s Facebook account, which has been banned since January, will be reinstated. “The Hash” panel digs into the underlying issues of centralization and censorship and the main takeaways we can expect from Facebook’s high-profile decision.

S&P Goes Live With Bitcoin, Ethereum Crypto Indexes
Index provider S&P Dow Jones has launched its first three cryptocurrency indexes, competing against existing indexes from Bloomberg and Galaxy. “The Hash” panel discusses what this means for bitcoin and ether and whether or not an exchange-traded fund (ETF) is on the horizon.

Mastercard Survey: 40% Say They Plan to Use Crypto in the Next Year
Mastercard surveyed over 15,000 people across 18 countries, and 40% said they plan on using cryptocurrencies in the next year. The numbers are even higher with millennials. “The Hash” panel breaks down the data and tentative encouragement it shows for crypto adoption.

Dogecoin Hits New Highs, Up 11,000% Year-to-Date
“The Hash” panel debates the potential driving forces behind dogecoin reaching a new record high above 50 cents. Plus, implications for investing in and holding DOGE.

Bill Maher Slams Bitcoin: Financially Out of Touch or Just Dark Comedy?
Comedian Bill Maher called bitcoin “an environment-destroying Ponzi scheme” on his talk show “Real Time” last week. Maher’s comments illustrate a lack of understanding about cryptocurrency, but is he just being a contrarian to make the headlines? “The Hash” panel debates.

Personal, Customizable Avatars and the Future of NFTs
Genies, an avatar startup application, raised $65 million in an investment round led by crypto powerhouses, including Dapper Labs and Coinbase Ventures. "The Hash" panel discusses the next phase of NFT mania and how the ideas and technology behind NFTs can be used in an increasingly digital virtual world.

Epic Games v. Apple Trial: What's Really at Stake
Apple and Epic Games will face off in federal court starting today over the Fortnite game maker's allegations that Apple's app store is a monopoly. "The Hash" panel discusses the significance of this trial and the precedence it could set in the markets. Plus, is Apple's app store as safe for consumers as we think it is?

What's Driving Ether's Ascent to New Record Highs?
Ether's momentum is showing no sign of stopping. The cryptocurrency broke past the $3K barrier for the first time, reaching a new all-time high of $3.2K. "The Hash" panel weighs in on what's driving ether's booming price and what it indicates about where the crypto industry is headed.

Berkshire Hathaway's Charlie Munger Calls Bitcoin 'Disgusting'
Charlie Munger has not been shy about his dislike of crypto. Still, at the Berkshire Hathaway annual shareholders meeting, the 97-year old attacked bitcoin, calling it "disgusting" and "contrary to the interests of human civilization." "The Hash" panel breaks down Munger's comments and what they say about the relevance of investment giants in the DeFi age. Plus, a comparison of the performance of bitcoin vs. Berkshire Hathaway.
