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Chess Grandmaster Garry Kasparov Expects Crypto to Replace Dollar as a Reserve Currency ‘in the Next Decade’
Chess Grandmaster and Avast Security Ambassador Garry Kasparov outlines his views on crypto’s role in the escalating Russia-Ukraine conflict, along with his outlook on bitcoin.
Blockchain in the War on Disinformation
As the Russia-Ukraine crisis escalates, Filecoin Foundation Chair Marta Belcher discusses the role of blockchain technology in fighting disinformation.
Should Crypto Exchanges Take an Active Role in Identifying Bad Actors?
Western business withdraws from Russia en masse, but major cryptocurrency exchanges in the U.S. refuse to ban Russian citizens from accessing their services. Max Galka, the founder and CEO of New York-based blockchain search engine Elementus, argues that access to cryptocurrency exchanges may serve as an alternative for Russian citizens who view government policy as a barrier. However, bad actors from Russia can still use crypto. Is there a way for governments to track, target and contain them?
Terra Embezzlement Alleged; RBI Reiterates Crypto Warning
South Korean police reportedly investigating Terra employee over alleged embezzlement. India’s Central Bank Governor says recent crypto crash justifies RBI’s stance. Davos and the crypto conversation with Sheila Warren of the Crypto Council for Innovation. Report says crypto mining farm discovered in Russia’s oldest prison. Those stories and other news shaping the cryptocurrency and blockchain world in this episode of "The Daily Forkast."
TradeStation Exec on Bitcoin Dip Amid Hawkish Fed Policy
TradeStation Group VP of Market Intelligence David Russell discusses the decline in risk appetite from investors as the Federal Reserve continues to deploy hawkish monetary policy, possibly stimulating bitcoin’s recent price drop.
Ukrainian Govt Partners With Everstake to Save Ukraine’s UNESCO Cultural Heritage
Everstake CEO & Founder Sergey Vasylchuk discusses his company’s partnership with the Ministry of Culture and Information Policy of Ukraine to protect Ukrainian culture and World Heritage Sites through crypto donations. Vasylchuk discusses the impact crypto donations have had in Ukraine’s efforts against Russian aggression and the importance of preserving culture during a time of crisis.
Ukraine Government Launches Website for Donating and Buying NFTs
The Ukrainian government has launched a website for buying and donating NFTs, continuing to leverage crypto to raise funds amid the war with Russia. “The Hash” group discusses the role digital assets have played in the Ukraine crisis, noting the use of stablecoins by those affected.
Mastercard Exec on Blocking Russian Users, Expanding Into Crypto
Mastercard Chief Digital Officer Jorn Lambert discusses the company's decision to block Russian users as global sanctions were enforced. Plus, a conversation about Mastercard’s plans to embrace blockchain technology and their recent partnership with Nexo.
FTX.US President on What to Expect From Crypto Bahamas
Brett Harrison, president of crypto exchange FTX.US, the stateside wing of Sam Bankman-Fried’s crypto empire FTX, joins “All About Bitcoin” live from Crypto Bahamas to share a preview of his upcoming keynote speech. Plus, his take on crypto’s role in Russian sanctions, algorithmic stablecoins and more.
Binance Denies Sharing Russian User Data With Law Enforcement
Binance denied allegations that it helped Russian authorities track donations made to opposition leader Alexei Navalny. “The Hash” group discusses the impact of geopolitical affairs on borderless technology amid the Ukraine crisis and the repercussions of being on the wrong side of public opinion.
