Nikhilesh De

CoinDesk has released an in-depth report titled "The Mnuchin Files: New Documents Shed Light on Trump-Era Crypto Policy." The 250-page report examines the U.S. crypto policy during the Trump administration, revealing Jared Kushner advocated behind the scenes for a U.S. digital currency. CoinDesk's Global Policy & Regulation Managing Editor Nikhilesh De discusses the key highlights.

Jan 11, 2022

The Senate Banking Committee will hold a hearing for Jerome Powell Tuesday on his nomination to a second term as Federal Reserve chair. It will hold a separate hearing Thursday to consider the nomination of Fed Governor Lael Brainard to be vice chair. CoinDesk’s Nikhilesh De discusses what we know and what we can expect.

Jan 10, 2022

CoinDesk Managing Editor for Global Policy & Regulation Nikhilesh De discusses an article by CoinDesk’s India-based Amitoj Singh, explaining why Indian tax agencies are pursuing five crypto exchanges for over Rs 84 crore ($11 million) in additional taxes. Plus, De draws comparisons between Indian and American tax policy.

Jan 7, 2022

CoinDesk Managing Editor for Global Policy and Regulation Nikhilesh De shares his insights on an upcoming Congressional hearing that will examine the environmental impact of crypto mining, especially on the bitcoin network. The Oversight and Investigations subcommittee of the House Energy and Commerce Committee is currently drawing up a list of witnesses while the date still has yet to be set.

Jan 6, 2022

CoinDesk Managing Editor for Global Policy and Regulation Nikhilesh De joins “First Mover” to discuss CoinDesk’s involvement in a legal proceeding between the New York Attorney General’s office (NYAG) and Tether in pursuit of documents regarding the reserves backing $78.4 billion of stablecoins. De explains why this case matters to the public interest and what can be expected in the coming months.

Jan 5, 2022

CoinDesk Managing Editor for Global Policy and Regulation Nikhilesh De explains why the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) recently fined crypto betting service Polymarket $1.4 million for unregistered swaps. Plus, his perspective on the Bank of Mexico’s plans to launch a Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC) by 2024.

Jan 4, 2022

CoinDesk Managing Editor for Global Policy & Regulation Nikhilesh De shares an overview of FDIC Chair Jelena Williams’ surprise resignation announcement for February of this year and what this means for the Biden administration. Plus, De’s insights on how crypto will be a campaign issue for candidates going into the 2022 midterm elections.

Jan 3, 2022

CoinDesk’s Nikhilesh De discusses the latest legal battle between Do Kwon of TerraForm Labs and the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) as the regulator conducts an ongoing investigation of Terra’s Mirror Protocol.

Dec 21, 2021

CoinDesk Managing Editor for Global Policy & Regulation Nikhilesh De speaks on Sen. Joe Manchin’s (D-WV) recent disapproval of the Build Back Better Act. The bill includes several crypto tax provisions, one of which attempts to close “wash trading” loopholes for digital assets.

Dec 20, 2021

In a letter to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Tuesday, crypto exchange Coinbase urged the agency to approve NYSE Arca’s application to convert the Grayscale Bitcoin Trust into an exchange-traded fund (ETF). CoinDesk’s Nikhilesh De discusses the potential outcomes and the likelihood of the first U.S. bitcoin spot ETF being approved.

Dec 17, 2021