CoinDesk Podcast Network

Three Arrows Capital’s appointed liquidators were in bankruptcy court in New York today. This episode is sponsored by Nexo.io, Chainalysis, FTX US and Ava Labs. On today’s episode of “The Breakdown,” NLW looks at the latest in the battle involving toppled former crypto giant hedge fund Three Arrows Capital, including accusations from liquidators the fund’s founders were unresponsive, and accusatio...

Twitter’s board threatens a lawsuit after Musk withdraws from the purchase agreement. This episode is sponsored by Nexo.io, Chainalysis, FTX US and Ava Labs.  After months of dithering, Elon Musk announced last Friday he would officially be pulling out of his deal to acquire Twitter for $44 billion. He cited as his reason a lack of transparency or clarity around the true number of bot accounts. In...

The most valuable crypto stories for Monday, July 11, 2022. "The Hash" team discusses the fans of the National Basketball Association Dallas Mavericks team calling out owner Mark Cuban over a partnership with bankrupt crypto platform Voyager Digital. Also an update on Elon Musk's Twitter deal saga. This episode was edited by Michele Musso and our executive producer is Jared Schwartz. Our theme son...

An exploration of the future of DAOs. This episode is sponsored by Nexo.io, Chainalysis and FTX US.   On this week’s “Long Reads Sunday,” NLW reads and discusses: “DAOs Are the Real Meritocracies” by Parker McCurley “Why Brands Should Adopt a ‘Hybrid DAO’ Model” by Simon Yu  - Nexo is a security-first platform where you can buy, exchange and borrow against your crypto. The company safeguards your...

A roundup of the week’s most valuable crypto stories for Saturday, July 9, 2022. Missed any episodes of “The Hash” this week? Today’s recap episode will get you caught up. “Hash Headlines” rounds up this week’s headline stories, including: Crypto brokerage firm Voyager Digital's bankruptcy filing. U.S. officials who invest in crypto being banned from working on crypto-related policy. The impact of...

The government’s big shift in tone on crypto might be to no avail. This episode is sponsored by Nexo.io, Chainalysis and FTX US.   After years of what many would consider hostility to the industry, the British government did a major about-face in April when Chancellor of the Exchequer Rishi Sunak announced the country’s intention to make the U.K. a global crypto hub. But as Sunak resigned as part...

The most valuable crypto stories for Friday, July 8, 2022. "The Hash" team discusses today's top stories, including the impact of June's jobs report on crypto markets, crypto's liquidity crisis and U.S. taking the lead in setting international regulatory standards for crypto. This episode was edited by Eleanor Pahl and our executive producer is Jared Schwartz. Our theme song is “Neon Beach.” See P...

The editorial board argues that the bitcoin spot ETF denial amounts to a power grab.  This episode is sponsored by Nexo.io, Chainalysis and FTX US.  The crypto industry hasn’t been particularly pleased with the SEC under Gary Gensler. In particular, the continued rejections of bitcoin spot ETFs (even after a futures ETF was approved last year) have been particularly irksome – even leading to legal...

At a Consensus panel from Austin, Texas, "Money Reimagined" host Michael Casey starts off the introductions of an engaging conversation with Marc Hochstein, Executive Editor at Coindesk; and Edward Snowden, a former CIA officer, and National Security Agency (NSA) consultant who is now the author of the new memoir, "Permanent Record." Hochstein and Snowden discuss the importance of securing interne...

According to new ethics rules, yes. This episode is sponsored by Nexo.io, Chainalysis and FTX US.  The U.S. Office of Government Ethics released rules this week that executive branch staffers who owned crypto would not be allowed to work on any crypto-related regulation. NLW explores the pros and cons of this, and expands the discussion to ethics and financial conflicts of interest more broadly. ...

The most valuable crypto stories for Thursday, July 7, 2022. "The Hash" hosts discuss today's top stories, including U.S. officials who invest in crypto being banned from working on crypto-related policy. This episode was edited by Eleanor Pahl and our executive producer is Jared Schwartz. Our theme song is “Neon Beach.” See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice...

Blockchain technology has given musicians new opportunities to monetize their craft and engage with fans. Artists of all types have given NFTs a chance in hopes of finding a new revenue stream and a path to ownership – and encouraging audience growth. 2 Chainz is a Grammy award-winning rapper, serial entrepreneur, and investor in The Real U, a recording company based in Atlanta. Tyler Spalding is...

The DXY hits its highest levels since 2002. This episode is sponsored by Nexo.io, Chainalysis and FTX US.   On today’s episode, NLW digs into the idea of the U.S. dollar as a global wrecking ball, and explores why the dollar is the strongest it has been against other currencies in 20 years. As part of this, he also looks at structural weakness in Japanese and European currencies.  - Nexo is a secu...

The most valuable crypto stories for Wednesday, July 6, 2022. "The Hash" team discusses today's top stories, including the latest development of crypto brokerage firm Voyager Digital's bankruptcy filing and Polygon partnering with tech startup Nothing to launch its own Web3 smartphone. This episode was edited by Eleanor Pahl and our executive producer is Jared Schwartz. Our theme song is “Neon Bea...

Citizens flooded into DAI and tether after the country’s economic minister announced his resignation on Saturday.  This episode is sponsored by Nexo.io, Chainalysis and FTX US.   On today’s episode, NLW looks at a number of crypto events from the long weekend, including:  Why Argentinians flooded into stablecoins and drove the price of tether above $1 over the weekend Whether on-chain bottom signa...

A re-hashing of the month’s biggest story in crypto for Tuesday, July 5, 2022. The story of Three Arrows Capital, a crypto hedge fund, unfolded over June as the firm faced losses amid a market downturn. Tune into today’s episode of “The Hash: Re-Hash Edition” to get up to speed on 3AC’s tumultuous month. This episode was edited by Eleanor Pahl and our executive producer is Jared Schwartz. Our them...

A Twitter debate sparks much reflection. This episode is sponsored by Nexo.io, Chainalysis and FTX US.  On this week’s “Long Reads Sunday,” NLW reads and reflects on Nic Carter’s “Setting the Record Straight.” - Nexo is a security-first platform where you can buy, exchange and borrow against your crypto. The company safeguards your crypto by relying on five key fundamentals including real-time aud...

Plus, European crypto regulation comes into view.  This episode is sponsored by Nexo.io, Chainalysis and FTX US.  On the “Weekly Recap,” NLW looks at:  The progress around two major European crypto regulation frameworks. The latest in Three Arrows Capital crypto contagion.  Issues in the mining space.  And more!    - Nexo is a security-first platform where you can buy, exchange and borrow against...

A macro recap of the past week. This episode is sponsored by Nexo.io, Chainalysis and FTX US.  On today’s episode, NLW looks at:  Fed Chair Jerome Powell’s comments on inflation at the ECB conference. The latest recession indicators.  Manufacturing declines.  Turmoil in the housing market. And more!    - Nexo is a security-first platform where you can buy, exchange and borrow against your crypto....

A roundup of the week’s most valuable crypto stories for Friday, July 1, 2022. Missed any episodes of “The Hash” this week? Today’s recap episode will get you caught up. “Hash Headlines” rounds up this week’s headline stories, including: Voyager Digital issuing default notice to Three Arrows Capital. Troubles at crypto mining firm Compass Mining as it reportedly fails to pay its power bills. Compa...

The most valuable crypto stories for Thursday, June 30, 2022. "The Hash" team discusses today's top stories including Grayscale's lawsuit against the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission over its bitcoin spot ETF rejection and Genesis's ginormous loss, partly due to Three Arrows Capital exposure. This episode was edited by Eleanor Pahl and our executive producer is Jared Schwartz. Our theme son...

The lawsuit was filed after the SEC rejected the company’s filing to convert GBTC to a spot bitcoin exchange-traded fund.  This episode is sponsored by Nexo.io, NEAR and FTX US.   Late Wednesday, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission rejected Grayscale’s proposal to convert the Grayscale Bitcoin Trust to a spot bitcoin exchange-traded fund (ETF). Within minutes, Grayscale, a CoinDesk sister...

The most valuable crypto stories for Wednesday, June 29, 2022.  "The Hash" group discusses today's top stories, including Compass Mining CEO’s and CFO's resignations and Citi raising the alarm on crypto-backed real estate mortgages. This episode was edited by Eleanor Pahl and our executive producer is Jared Schwartz. Our theme song is “Neon Beach.” See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy a...

A 101 on Bitcoin’s growing layer 2.  This episode is sponsored by Nexo.io, NEAR and FTX US.   On today’s episode, NLW gives a 101-level overview of the Lightning Network, including where it came from, how it works, and who is building on it.  - Nexo is an all-in-one platform where you can buy crypto with a bank card and earn up to 16% interest on your assets. On the platform you can also swap 300+...

The most valuable crypto stories for Tuesday, June 28, 2022.  Troubles at crypto mining firm Compass Mining as it reportedly fails to pay its power bills. FTX's Sam Bankman-Fried denies rumors the exchange will acquire Robinhood. "The Hash" team discusses today's top stories. This episode was edited by Eleanor Pahl and our executive producer is Jared Schwartz. Our theme song is “Neon Beach.” See P...