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Opinion

How Founders Can Revitalize VC Tokens

To get listed on major exchanges, many crypto projects are over-inflating their valuations at launch, scaring away investors. How do founders get exposure to VC funding without playing the inflation game? CoinDesk columnist Azeem Khan, a VC himself, has some ideas.

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The U.S. Government May Begin Hoarding Bitcoin, But How and Why?

Proposed legislation regarding a strategic reserve of bitcoin for the U.S. government poses far more questions than answers at the moment.

Former President Donald Trump says he'll have the U.S. government stockpile bitcoin if he gets a second term. (Jon Cherry/Getty Images)

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Women in Crypto Earn More Than Men

Pantera Capital’s compensation survey finds that, based on median base salaries, women earn 15% more than men. One possible explanation: they often have more experience than their male counterparts.

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How Kamala Harris Could Usher in a Clean Slate for Crypto Regulation

She may not be appearing at Bitcoin Nashville this year alongside Donald Trump. But, if elected president, Kamala Harris could reshape the U.S.'s policy on digital assets. Penn State Dickinson Law professor Tonya Evans sketches out what could (and should) be her agenda.

U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris speaks during an NCAA championship teams celebration on the South Lawn of the White House on July 22, 2024 in Washington, DC. U.S. President Joe Biden abandoned his campaign for a second term after weeks of pressure from fellow Democrats to withdraw and just months ahead of the November election, throwing his support behind Harris. (Photo by Andrew Harnik/Getty Images)

Finance

Crypto for Advisors: Making Sense of Crypto

As the momentum of the crypto and blockchain industry continues to grow, securities advisors are undoubtedly facing a greater number of questions from clients about specific crypto assets and the projects which underlie them. Evaluating these projects requires a thorough understanding of several crucial factors to ensure informed investment decisions.

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Is Donald Trump Insulating Bitcoin’s Price From the Tech Stock Slide?

With bitcoin steady and tech stocks tanking, is this BTC’s decoupling moment? If so, former president Trump may be the reason, says CoinDesk’s senior analyst George Kaloudis.

A new poll suggests former U.S. President Donald Trump's recent support for crypto may convince some Republicans to see him in a more positive light. (Win McNamee/Getty Images)

Opinion

The Evolving Efficiency of Bitcoin Markets

Low liquidity, regulatory uncertainty and speculative behavior contributes to inefficiency in crypto markets. But systematic approaches, including momentum indexes, can reduce risks to investors, says Gregory Mall, head of investment solutions at AMINA Bank.

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Dispersion Is Defining the Current Crypto Market

The range of returns available across digital asset markets offers unique opportunities for investors, says Alex Botte, Partner at Hack VC, a crypto-native venture capital firm.

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ETH ETFs: What We’re Watching For

ETH ETFs finally make their debut in the U.S. this week. How will the market react and will Ethereum as a development ecosystem benefit? George Kaloudis raises the questions we’re looking forward to answering.

Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin speaks at the EthCC conference on Wednesday in Brussels (Margaux Nijkerk)

Opinion

Taking off: Rewarding Flight Trackers in the Age of Web3

Flight tracking enthusiasts provide crucial data to the aviation industry, receiving nothing in return. Wingbits plans to change this with an innovative DePIN-based approach, explains Alex Lungu, co-founder of Wingbits.

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