Crypto Black Lotus
Aug 22, 2018
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The central bank in Thailand said it will launch its own digital currency by next year.
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New rules imposed by the Chinese government have led to a crackdown on blockchain and cryptocurrency media accounts on WeChat.
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CoinDesk reporter David Floyd joins host Stan Higgins to discuss a collectible playing card that sold for more than $60,000. The twist? It’s a crypto card, from a game that hasn’t even launched yet.
Recorded August 22, 2018 in New York, NY.
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