CoinDesk Podcast Network

In this episode, special guest host Cam Thompson from CoinDesk and Sam talk about all of the latest stories and deep dive into metaverse learning and how the German Intelligence division is using NFTs to recruit talent. Cam Thompson is CoinDesk’s web3 journalist and is also a host of the “Carpe Consensus” podcast on the CoinDesk Podcast network. Cam and Sam break down the latest stories and trends...

A sneak peek at the looming crypto regulation prize fight between the U.S. securities watchdog and largest domestic crypto exchange highlights that everyone is talking past each other. Featured Story: An opinion piece by David Z. Morris, titled: “Coinbase Policy Chief Shirzad Squares Off With SEC Enforcement Director Grewal.” This episode was hosted by Adam B. Levine. “Markets Daily” is executive...

Chainalysis VP Caroline Malcolm lays out the pillars she'd advocate for in any U.S. legislative proposal, informed by her experience of working with governments and industry players worldwide. Featured Story: An opinion piece by Caroline Malcolm, titled: “Chainalysis VP Caroline Malcolm: U.S. Crypto Policy Needs to Accomplish These 3 Things.” This episode was hosted by Adam B. Levine. “Markets Dai...

his episode is sponsored by PayPal. A roundup of the week’s most valuable crypto stories for Saturday, June 24, 2023.  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: Do Kwon Sentenced to Four Months in Montenegro Jail Court Examiner Says FTX's Bankruptcy Fees Already Topped $200M BitGo T...

This episode is sponsored by PayPal. The most valuable crypto stories for Friday, June 23, 2023. "The Hash" tackles today's hottest topics in crypto, including Alameda Research seeking the return of $700 million founder Sam Bankman-Fried appears to have paid for access to celebrities and politicians. Plus, Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong envisions the exchange's platform to becoming a global "super a...

A look at UK mortgages, IMF updates and more top headlines. Today's Stories:  Stubborn UK Inflation Triggers a Mortgage Crisis for Millions Jeremy Hunt, Banks Agree Repossession Pause to Slow UK Mortgage Pain Crypto Ban May Not Be Best Approach to Balance Risk, Demand: IMF Crypto Custody Firm BitGo Cancels Acquisition of Rival Prime Trust    Prime Trust Has 'Shortfall of Customer Funds,' Nevada Re...

The largest cryptocurrency by market capitalization has been surging this week after three financial services giants filed applications for spot bitcoin ETFs. "Bitcoin Hits One-Year High, Soars Past $31.3K" This episode used Wondercraft Voice AI. Original reporting by James Rubin. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell...

This episode is sponsored by PayPal. The most valuable crypto stories for Thursday, June 22, 2023. "The Hash" tackles today's biggest stories in crypto, including cryptocurrency custodian BitGo ending its acquisition of rival Prime Trust. Plus, a closer look at why German Intelligence Agency Bundesnachrichtendienst (BND) has released a non-fungible token (NFT) collection to recruit talent through...

In this special partner episode, we focus on how Chainalysis brings a security mindset to brands operating in the NFT space and we speak with Bang & Olufsen on their recent audio-focused NFT launch. Bang & Olufsen has been in the luxury audio space since 1925 with an eye towards design and high end customer experiences. They turned to Chainalysis to ensure that they were utilizing best practices i...

Hint: It likely has to do with making money. Featured Story: An opinion piece by George Kaloudis, titled: “A Straightforward Explanation for Why Financial Giants Want to Issue a Spot Bitcoin ETF” This episode was hosted by Adam B. Levine. “Markets Daily” is executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced and edited by Eleanor Pahl. All original music by Doc Blust and Colin Mealey. See Privacy Po...

This episode is sponsored by PayPal. The most valuable crypto stories for Wednesday, June 21, 2023. "The Hash" explores today's top stories in crypto, including FTX’s bankruptcy fees already topping $200 million, according to a court-appointed examiner. Separately, Berenberg's recent research suggests stablecoins and DeFi are likely to become the next targets in the U.S. Securities and Exchange Co...

Institutions are back and they’re flooding into crypto. “Markets Daily” looks at the latest ETF updates. Today's Stories:  Crypto Exchange Gemini to Expand Asia-Pacific Operations to Capture 'Next Wave' of Growth Invesco Reapplies for Bitcoin ETF, Advocates for More Crypto Investment Products Crypto Exchange Backed by Fidelity, Schwab and Citadel Launches With Additional Investors EU Commission Br...

This episode is sponsored by EY. On this episode of “Money Reimagined,”  Michael Casey and Sheila Warren speak with the Head of Research at the Bank for International Settlements (BIS), Hyun Song Shin, about the recent release of the Annual Economic Report; discussing the tokenization of deposits and the creation of a unified ledger in which tokenized assets, deposits, and CBDCs could interact in...

This episode is sponsored by PayPal. The most valuable crypto stories for Tuesday, June 20, 2023. "The Hash" explores today's top stories in crypto, including Terraform Labs founder Do Kwon being sentenced to four months in jail by a Montenegro court after being found guilty of document forgery. Separately, Alibaba announced Joseph Tsai, one of its founders, will step into the role of chairman at...

“Markets Daily” explores a potential undercurrent of demand for crypto markets despite regulatory uncertainty. Plus: a look at the IMF’s blueprint for cross-border CBDCs. Today's Stories:  IMF Official Presents Blueprint for Cross-Border CBDCs EU Legislation for Digital Euro Is Put on Hold: Source Ethereum Scanner Etherscan Adds OpenAI-Based Tool to Analyze Smart Contract Source Code Do Kwon Sente...

In this episode, we discuss how legacy brands are building and growing in this creator economy and the importance of finding communities that are aligned with their mission. Coming off of a recent collaboration between World of Women and Cloudy Bay Vineyards (LVMH) in Lisbon, Shannon and Tatiana share their insights on ideal brand partnerships, previous executions in Web3 like WoW’s partnership wi...

An attempt at classifying decentralized, open-source protocols as regulated exchanges is a "gussied up ban on blockchain in the U.S.," ConsenSys lawyer Bill Hughes writes. Featured Story: An opinion piece by Bill Hughes, titled: “SEC’s DeFi Rulemaking Do-Over May Be Unconstitutional” This episode was hosted by Adam B. Levine. “Markets Daily” is executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced and...

Who needs blockchain when you have a blockade? Featured Story: An opinion piece by Daniel Kuhn, titled: “Blockades and Blockchains: What the Reddit Boycott Has to Do With AI and Crypto” This episode was hosted by Adam B. Levine. “Markets Daily” is executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced and edited by Eleanor Pahl. All original music by Doc Blust and Colin Mealey. See Privacy Policy at ht...

A roundup of the week’s most valuable crypto stories for Saturday, June 17, 2023.  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: A16z Chooses London for First Office Outside U.S. Hinman Documents Released Amid Ongoing Ripple vs SEC Lawsuit U.S. Treasury Explores Privacy Concerns of Digi...

The most valuable crypto stories Friday, June 16, 2023. "The Hash" hosts unpack today's top stories: Binance's French unit undergoes investigation by local authorities for the "illegal" provision of digital asset services and "acts of aggravated money laundering". The exchange is also leaving the Netherlands after failing to acquire a license from the Dutch regulator. Separately, crypto lender Abr...

Plus, “Markets Daily” takes a look at the future of commercial real estate, with San Francisco as a case study. Today's Stories:  Park Hotels stops payments on $725M CMBS loan, plans to cut San Francisco exposure  San Francisco hit again as large mall owner walks away | Reuters  Central Banks Successfully Test Over 30 CBDC Use Cases, Including Offline Payments  Markets Links:  BRN00 | Brent Crude...

The most valuable crypto stories Thursday, June 15, 2023. "The Hash" hosts take a deep dive into today's hot topics in crypto: BlackRock, the world's biggest asset manager, is close to filing an application for a Bitcoin ETF, according to a CoinDesk source. The Hong Kong Monetary Authority put pressure on 3 major banks to take on crypto exchanges as clients, the Financial Times said. Apple (AAPL)...

BlackRock will be using Coinbase Custody for the ETF and the crypto exchange’s spot market data for pricing, the source said. "BlackRock Close to Filing for Bitcoin ETF Application: Source" This episode used Wondercraft Voice AI. Original reporting by Ian Allison. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Fed’s stagnant core interest rate decision is being characterized as a “pause” rather than an end. Featured Story: An opinion piece by Daniel Kuhn, titled: “Ripple Does Not Care Whether XRP Is 'Sufficiently Decentralized'” Markets Links:  BRN00 | Brent Crude Oil Continuous Contract Overview | MarketWatch  USDT Selling on Curve, Uniswap Spooks Traders Amid Bitcoin Drop First Mover Americas: Bit...

This episode is sponsored by EY. On this episode of “Money Reimagined,”  Michael Casey and Sheila Warren first discuss recent regulation stories that seem to dominate the news everywhere concerning the SEC and its most recent lawsuits against crypto exchanges and the Ripple/Hinman documents. Warren and Casey then examine the newfound role of NFTs (Non-Fungible Tokens) in the Digital Economy as wel...