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Is Bitcoin a Safe-Haven Asset?
Data from Kaiko shows that recent escalation of the conflict in the Middle East has led to increased demand for safe-haven assets, but bitcoin has not benefited from this trend. The largest cryptocurrency by market cap saw its value drop 6% in April, while gold and the US dollar have rallied. CoinDesk's Jennifer Sanasie presents "The Chart of the Day."
Morgan Stanley May Allow Brokers to Pitch Bitcoin ETFs; 'Buy Bitcoin' Sign Auctioned for Over $1M
"CoinDesk Daily" host Jennifer Sanasie breaks down the biggest headlines impacting the crypto industry today, as Morgan Stanley (MS) is looking to allow its brokers to recommend spot bitcoin ETFs to their customers according to a report from AdvisorHub. Plus, Aligned Layer has raised a $20 million Series A, and the iconic 'Buy Bitcoin' sign has been auctioned off for 16 BTC.
Crypto Progress Is Not the Same as the Beginning of the Internet: Kara Swisher
Tech journalist, author and podcast host Kara Swisher joins "First Mover" to reflect on her decades-long career reporting on some of the biggest technological advancements in recent history. "The internet was a major Cambrian explosion. This is a tiny one,” she said when asked if recent crypto progress is similar to the early days of the internet. Swisher also shares her thoughts on the tech founders she’s interviewed over the years, what the future might look like, and a bitcoin wallet she lost years ago.
How Saga's Chainlets Automate Layer 1s
Saga CEO Rebecca Liao breaks down how Chainlets replicate the Saga mainnet's validator set and security model to allow one-click layer 1 creations. Plus, the significance of automating the experience of launching chains.
Inside Saga's 'Power-Level Over 9000' Campaign
Saga CEO Rebecca Liao answers five rapid-fire questions from CoinDesk, including why people aren't paying enough attention to Web3 games, Liao's crypto genesis story, and Saga's "power-level over 9000" campaign.
Saga CEO on Chainlets Feature
Saga CEO Rebecca Liao joins "First Mover" with an introduction to the protocol's new Chainlets feature, which allows the automation of layer 1 creation. Plus, challenges faced by Web3 games and insights on Saga's "power-level over 9000" campaign.
DOJ Wants CZ to Serve 3 Years in Prison; Tether to Freeze Wallets Evading Venezuelan Sanctions
"CoinDesk Daily" host Jennifer Sanasie breaks down the biggest headlines impacting the crypto industry today, as the U.S. Department of Justice said that Binance founder Changpeng "CZ" Zhao should spend three years in prison for his guilty plea. Plus, Nigeria’s Central Bank has directed financial institutions to identify persons or entities transacting in or operating with Bybit, KuCoin, OKX, and Binance. And, Tether has said it will freeze wallets that are using USDT to evade sanctions on oil exports in Venezuela.
Bitcoin Could See 'Real All-Time High for This Cycle' in Q3 or Q4: Delta Blockchain Fund Founder
Delta Blockchain Fund founder and general partner Kavita Gupta shares her market analysis with a focus on bitcoin's performance following the spot BTC ETF success. Plus, insights on the integration between AI (artificial intelligence) and blockchain, and the security concerns surrounding restaking.
Akash Network’s Token Surges Nearly 50% on Upbit Listing
Akash Network’s token surged to nearly $7 after the token was listed on South Korean exchange, Upbit. Upbit is the largest crypto exchange in South Korea by trading volume, and AKT has a market cap of 1.45 billion dollars according to Messari. CoinDesk's Jennifer Sanasie presents "The Chart of the Day."
Bitcoin's 200-Day Average Nearing Record High; Ripple Rejects SEC’s Ask of $1.95B Fine
"CoinDesk Daily" host Jennifer Sanasie breaks down the biggest headlines impacting the crypto industry today, as bitcoin's 200-day average is on track to challenge its previous peak of $49,452 from February 2022. Plus, Ripple Labs has opposed the SEC’s proposal seeking a nearly $2 billion fine against the company and Crypto.com is postponing its South Korea Launch.
