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BNB Smart Chain Resumes Operations After Exploit; Bitcoin Slips From $20K After US Jobs Report
BNB Chain has now resumed operations after fixing a problem that let someone create $570 million of the token, though they were only able to abscond with a smaller amount. U.S. employers added 263,000 jobs in September, slightly more than expected but still reflecting a weakening labor market. Bannockburn Global Forex Managing Director Marc Chandler weighs in. Ark Invest Director of Research Frank Downing and Valkyrie CIO Steven McClurg join “First Mover” to discuss the future of crypto-focused separate managed accounts (SMAs).
Bitcoin Clings to $20K; Judge Reportedly Dismisses Arrest Warrant for Terraform Labs Exec
A South Korean judge on Thursday canceled the arrest warrant for a Terraform Labs executive, according to Yonhap News, complicating authorities’ crackdown on the company that spawned the failed Terra stablecoin ecosystem. Plus, Kraken Head of OTC Options Trading Juthica Chou discusses the crypto markets. And 507 Capital Managing Partner Thomas Braziel weighs in on the latest Celsius developments.
Bitcoin Trades Sideways; Celsius Execs Cashed Out $17M in Crypto Before Bankruptcy
CORRECTION: Since publication, the reporting and headline has been corrected to $17 million based on documentation provided by CTO Nuke Goldstein’s lawyers, who showed that most of his apparent withdrawals were sent to other accounts at Celsius. The original headline indicated a figure of $42 million. Plus, Ari Redbord of TRM Labs discusses the European Union’s Russian crypto ban. And Star Atlas CEO Michael Wagner weighs in on the future of NFT games.
Bitcoin Hovers Around Psychological $20K Level; Do Kwon Developments
Do Kwon, the CEO of Terraform whose failed stablecoin project rocked markets earlier this year, denied a media report that South Korean prosecutors have frozen 56.2 billion won ($39.6 million) of his cryptocurrency assets. CryptoQuant’s Hochan Chung weighs in. Plus, bitcoin price analysis with Julius de Kempenaer of StockCharts.com.
CFTC Commissioner on Future of Crypto Regulation; Can Bitcoin Hang Onto $20K?
CFTC Commissioner Summer K. Mersinger joins “First Mover” to discuss the future of crypto regulation and her thoughts on decentralized autonomous organizations (DAOs). What’s the outlook for Twitter now that Elon Musk plans to acquire the social media company? CFRA Senior Equity Analyst Angelo Zino shares his insights. Plus, a markets check with Nauman Sheikh of Wave Financial.
Bitcoin Breaks Above $20K on Hopes of Fed Pivot
Bitcoin rises above $20,000, as risky assets climb on the hopes that central banks will pivot away from their money-tightening policies. Plus, a new report reveals that small retail payments in Sub-Saharan Africa are powering exceptional crypto adoption. Chainalysis Director of Research Kimberly Grauer joins the conversation.
Bitcoin Gains Momentum; Former SEC Branch Chief on Kim Kardashian’s Crypto Promotion
“First Mover” dives into crypto markets with Arca Portfolio Manager David Nage to explore reasons for the sudden rally in crypto and the broader markets. Former SEC Enforcement Branch Chief Lisa Bragança discusses the fallout for Kim Kardashian after the reality TV star’s $1.26 million settlement with the SEC over her promotion of EthereumMax. Plus, an update on China’s CBDC rollout.
Bitcoin Remains Above $19K as UN Agency Warns of ‘Imprudent Gamble’ on Inflation Fight
Bitcoin is hovering around $19,000 level as long term holders stay the course. Don Kaufman of TheoTrade provides his bitcoin price analysis and outlook. Plus, solar-powered bitcoin miner Aspen Creek has raised $8 million despite the market downturn. Aspen Creek CEO Alexandra DaCosta discusses the company’s future plans.
SEC Charges Kim Kardashian for Promoting EthereumMax; Bitcoin Holds Above $19K
Reality TV star Kim Kardashian has paid $1.26 million to the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to settle charges relating to her promotion of EthereumMax. Plus, what do analysts expect from the crypto markets this month? “First Mover” chats with Anastasia Amoroso, iCapital Chief Investment Strategist. And Matthew Price discusses Binance’s new training program for law enforcement.
