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Former FDIC CIO on Crypto Liquidity Risks for US Banks
The Federal Reserve and other U.S. banking agencies are warning banks that crypto poses significant liquidity dangers, further reinforcing their campaign to generally steer lenders away from digital assets. Former FDIC Chief Innovation Officer Sultan Meghji explains why this warning is a "nothing burger" and whether US regulators' approach to crypto regulation will have a chilling effect on financial innovation. Plus, why FDIC could never insure bitcoin the way US dollars are insured.
Judge Rules Dapper Labs' NBA-Branded 'Top Shot Moments' NFTs May Be Securities
A federal judge ruled Wednesday that the offering of Dapper Labs’ NBA-branded "Top Shot" non-fungible tokens (NFTs) might be securities. "The Hash" panel discusses the legal considerations of digital collectibles.
Coinbase Rolls Out Layer 2 Blockchain Base to Provide Onramp for Ethereum, Solana
Crypto exchange Coinbase (COIN) launched Base, a layer 2 network built using Optimism's OP Stack, providing easy and secure access to Ethereum, Optimism, Solana, and other blockchain ecosystems. "The Hash" panel discusses the launch in the latest move bringing a new wave of mainstream crypto adoption.
SEC, NY Regulator Oppose Binance.US' $1B Voyager Deal
A $1.02 billion deal by Binance.US to purchase assets of defunct crypto lender Voyager Digital has been opposed by New York and federal financial regulators, who said in Feb. 22 filings, it could prove discriminatory and unlawful. "The Hash" panel discusses the latest regulatory action from the SEC and the implications for the broader crypto industry.
Sam Bankman-Fried Hit with New Criminal Charges
Federal officials are now charging FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried with bank fraud and operating an unlicensed money transmitter in addition to the eight counts he already faced. Bankman-Fried also faces a modified campaign-finance law charge, conspiracy to make unlawful political contributions. "The Hash" panel discusses the latest in the downfall of SBF and his crypto empire.
Hong Kong’s Crypto Dream
Host Joel Flynn takes a deep dive into Hong Kong leading the crypto power shift away from the US. That story and other news shaping the cryptocurrency world in this episode of "The Daily Forkast."
Bitfinex Securities Exec Explains Its STO Offerings
Bitfinex Securities, the tokenized securities trading platform of Bitfinex, believes security tokens represent the next generation of capital markets. Head of Operations Jesse Knutson breaks down the three key parts of the securities token offering (STO) puzzle.
11,301 BTC Added to Global Bitcoin Investment Products in January
ByteTree data shows bitcoin ETPs are winning big with inflows, with 11,301 BTC added in January. ETC Group co-CEO Bradley Duke discusses the reasons behind the increasing inflows and his outlook on institutional interest in digital assets.
What Kraken's SEC Settlement Means for Crypto Staking
Crypto exchange Kraken is paying a $30 million fine to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) for not registering its staking-as-a-service program in the U.S. Head of OTC Options Trading Juthica Chou discusses her outlook for staking.
SEC Objects to Binance.US’ $1B Voyager Deal; Messari Cuts 15% Of Workforce
A $1.02 billion deal by Binance.US to purchase assets of defunct crypto lender Voyager has been opposed by New York and Federal finance regulators, who said in Feb. 22 filings it could prove discriminatory and unlawful. Separately, intelligence firm Messari has cut 15% of its employee base as part of a restructuring effort, the firm told CoinDesk. "First Mover" hosts weigh in on the latest news.
