Regulation
OG Bitcoiner Bruce Fenton on Why He's Running for New Hampshire Senate Seat
Bruce Fenton, Chainstone Labs CEO & founder, and former executive for the Bitcoin Foundation, explains his plans to run for a U.S. Senate seat in New Hampshire, discussing crypto regulation, free markets and his association with the Republican Party. Plus, a conversation on Chris Larsen’s $5 million campaign to change the Bitcoin code and the environmental impact of proof-of-work.
EU to Restrict Crypto Transactions, CFTC Eyes ‘Digital Commodity’ Regulation
CoinDesk Managing Editor for Global Policy and Regulation Nikhilesh De discusses why the European Parliament voted to move forward with a set of restrictive crypto policies, citing concerns regarding illicit activities. Plus, a recap on the House Agriculture Committee's hearing and the CFTC's involvement in regulating crypto.
EU Parliament Passes Privacy-Busting Crypto Regulation
The European Union (EU) has moved forward with controversial measures to ban anonymous cryptocurrency transactions and possibly prohibit crypto exchanges between the EU and tax havens. “The Hash” group discusses if this framework will be signed into law and the ongoing issues with efforts to fit crypto into existing regulatory structures.
EU Parliament Passes Privacy-Busting Crypto Regulation
The European Union (EU) has moved forward with controversial measures to ban anonymous cryptocurrency transactions and possibly prohibit crypto exchanges between the EU and tax havens. “The Hash” group discusses if this framework will be signed into law and the ongoing issues with efforts to fit crypto into existing regulatory structures.
How Close Are We to a Digital Dollar?
CoinDesk's Managing Editor for Global Policy and Regulation discusses a new bill proposed by U.S. lawmakers aiming to establish a digital dollar. Plus, a conversation on Biden’s recent budget proposal and its impact on crypto regulation.
OFAC and FinCEN Lacking Resources for Crypto Regulation
CoinDesk Managing Editor for Global Policy and Regulation Nikhilesh De discusses how OFAC and FinCEN budget concerns impact regulators' ability to have cohesive oversight of the space. Plus, a conversation about Fed Chair Jerome Powell and Bank of England Governor Andrew Bailey addressing the need for international coordination of cryptocurrency policy.
Crypto Industry Under Scrutiny Amid Russian Sanctions
Amid growing concern that Russia could leverage crypto during its war with Ukraine, Rebecca Rettig, general counsel of the Aave Companies, discusses her take on whether cryptocurrencies could pose as a route for sanction evasion. Plus, insights into the state of DeFi, crypto adoption in Ukraine, and the EU’s new crypto regulatory framework.
EU Squashes Crypto Mining Ban
The European Parliament has just voted against a proposal to possibly ban the use of proof-of-work blockchain technology due to its energy-intensive nature. “The Hash” hosts discuss the significance of the EU’s Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) framework and what this could mean for future crypto regulation efforts.
