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Former CIA Analyst on Role of Crypto as US Expands Sanctions Against Russia
Yaya Jata Fanusie, chief strategist at Cryptocurrency AML Strategies and former CIA analyst, joins “First Mover” to discuss U.S. President Joe Biden’s new sanctions targeting Russian banks and technology exports following Russia's invasion of Ukraine. Fanusie provides insights on the role of cryptocurrencies amid government sanctions, central bank digital currencies and whether Russia can be excluded from the Swift system.
Ukraine’s Crypto Demand Soars; Russian Sanctions Tighten
Putin’s attack triples Ukrainian crypto exchange trading volume. No sign yet of Russia using crypto to evade sanctions. South Korean businesses scramble to meet FATF travel rule. Why Australia’s desert might not be the ideal location for crypto mining.
First Mover Americas: Bitcoin Eyes US Data Deluge, Charts Signal Seller Fatigue
The latest moves in crypto markets in context for Feb. 25, 2022.
Ethereum Mining Pool Flexpool Halts All Services to Russia in Wake of Ukraine Invasion
The pool is possibly the first of its kind to cut services to Russian users.
Russia Invades Ukraine: Impact on the Markets
Here's a roundup of our news and analysis on Russia's invasion of Ukraine and its impact on crypto markets and the digital-asset industry.
Bitcoin IRA Exec.: Russia Sanctions Will ‘Touch Every Market’
Chris Kline, Bitcoin IRA COO, joins “All About Bitcoin” as global markets react to Russia's invasion of Ukraine. With President Biden announcing new sanctions on Russia and the crypto market cap dipping to $1.5 trillion, Kline and CoinDesk’s Damanick Dantes evaluate what to expect next.
Market Wrap: Bitcoin Stabilizes Amid Geopolitical Uncertainty
The leading cryptocurrency reverses earlier losses in seesaw trading.
People Are Sending Millions in Bitcoin to Aid Ukraine's Military as Russia Advances
A digital wallet raising funds to support the Ukrainian army has received almost $5 million in bitcoin.
President Biden Announces Technology Export Controls, Bank Sanctions Against Russia
Several European countries have also announced measures to try to force Russia to cease hostilities after it invaded Ukraine.
