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How Are Crypto Traders Behaving After FTX Collapse?
Kaiko data indicates bankrupt crypto exchange FTX was processing nearly $100 billion in trade volume every month at its peak. Kaiko Director of Research Clara Medalie takes a look back at FTX's collapse as Sam Bankman-Fried's criminal trial begins today.
'Big Short' Author Michael Lewis Weighs in on FTX Collapse Ahead of SBF Trial; Bitcoin Breaks Above $28K
"CoinDesk Daily" host Jennifer Sanasie breaks down the hottest crypto headlines today, as bitcoin (BTC) rose above $28,000 for the first time in a month after the U.S. avoided a government shutdown. Millions of dollars in Ether has been moved from a wallet tied to an apparent FTX exploit in 2022. And, author Michael Lewis speaks to CBS about FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried's possible mindset ahead of his criminal trial.
Top Tokens by Liquidity Are BTC, ETH, XRP in Q3: Kaiko
Research firm Kaiko has published its token liquidity rankings for Q3. Bitcoin (BTC) and ether (ETH) were the top two tokens by both market cap, liquidity, and volume, while BNB, SHIB, and other altcoins underperformed. CoinDesk's Jennifer Sanasie presents "The Chart of the Day."
VanEck Donating 10% of Ethereum Futures ETF Profits to Core Developers a 'No-Brainer,' Exec Says
VanEck, the $77.8 billion asset under management firm, is preparing to roll out its Ethereum futures exchange-traded fund (ETF) as the race for ether (ETH) futures fund heats up. VanEck head of digital assets product Kyle DaCruz shares insights into the fund, competitive advantages and plans to donate 10% of profits from its EFUT ETF to Ethereum core developers for at least 10 years.
SEC Has 'No Real Ground' to Deny Ether Futures ETFs: Analyst
Cinthia Murphy, ETF Think Tank research director, explains why she thinks the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission’s (SEC) has "no real ground to deny" ether futures ETF applications. "We've had futures bitcoin ETFs already in the market...so there really is no good reason why ether ETFs would be any different," Murphy said.
The SBF Trial: What to Expect
FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried's trial is set to begin on Tuesday. CoinDesk's global policy and regulation managing editor Nikhilesh De discusses what to expect from the court house. Plus, 15,000 ether (ETH) sitting in a wallet associated with last year's $600 million attack on FTX's wallets have now moved through privacy tools and bridges.
Bitcoin Breaks Above $28K as U.S. Government Avoids Shutdown
Bitcoin (BTC)'s price climbed above $28,000 on Monday, logging its highest prices in over a month as analysts pointed to ETF optimism and seasonality as a few reasons behind the gains. Dexterity Capital Managing Partner Michael Safai discusses his crypto markets analysis as Congress averts a U.S. government shutown. Plus, his outlook for institutional interest in spot ETFs and crypto regulation.
Valkyrie Backs Off Ether Futures Purchases Until SEC ETF Approval Officially Effective
Valkyrie said it will not purchase ether (ETH) futures until the SEC's approval is officially effective. ETF Think Tank Research Director Cinthia Murphy discusses why the approval of an ether futures ETFs was an "inevitable move" and how this might shape the future of crypto ETFs in the U.S.
The SBF Trial: Names You Should Know
Sam Bankman-Fried will head to court on Oct. 3, facing charges related to fraud and conspiracy. The FTX founder has pleaded not guilty and awaits his trial in jail. "CoinDesk Daily" host Jennifer Sanasie breaks down what former colleagues are set to testify against the 31-year-old who was once known as crypto's white knight.
Demand for Crypto Remains Low Amid Rising Credit Card Default Rates
U.S. citizens continue to fall behind on their credit card and consumer loans. The mounting pile of debt and loans could imply low demand and interest in investing in risk-on assets like cryptocurrencies. CoinDesk's Jennifer Sanasie presents "The Chart of the Day."
