Cryptocurrency

NYC Vs. Miami: Which City Should Become the Crypto Capital of the World?
Andrew Yang, former presidential candidate and present New York City mayoral candidate says NYC should become a hub for crypto. The Hash panel weighs in on the new battle to become the crypto capital of the world.

10 Arrested Over SIM Swap Hacks That Stole $100M in Crypto From Celebrities
Europol reports 10 people have been arrested over SIM swap attacks that stole over $100 million in cryptocurrency from celebrities. The Hash panel breaks down what SIM swap attacks are and how to keep yourself safe.

Miami Commissioners Reject Mayor's Push to OK Crypto Use, Vote to Study It First: Report
The city will seek a vendor to help City Hall pay all or part of its employees' salaries in bitcoin. Residents would also have the option of using cryptocurrency to pay for city services.

Bitcoin 'Can't Be Stopped': Nigerians Look to P2P Exchanges After Crypto Ban
Some Nigerians plan to continue using bitcoin (BTC) and other cryptocurrencies despite a directive issued by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) last week ordering banks to close down accounts associated with cryptocurrencies.

State of Crypto: Unpacking the Trump Presidency's Crypto Legacy
Donald Trump may have been anti-crypto but his appointed regulators ushered in a largely industry-friendly regime.

Tron Is Out, Dai Is Back: CoinDesk 20 List Updates for 2021 Q1
Volume on eight trusted exchanges used by CoinDesk hit $239.98 billion in Q4 2020, up from $90.08 billion in the prior quarter.

CoinDesk Markets:Why Bitcoin Tumbled Below 8K
In this quick hit episode of CoinDesk Markets, CoinDesk Reporter Brad Keoun talks to David Nage, principal at the Los Angeles-based money manager Arca Funds.

Kraken Crypto Exchange Is Now a U.S. Bank
The Wyoming Banking Board approved crypto exchange Kraken's application for a bank charter. Kraken now has a regulatory passport across several states and the ability to offer custody, payments and banking services to both institutional and retail clients. CoinDesk’s Nathan DiCamillo speaks with Kraken Financial CEO David Kinitsky on the significance of this move and what it means for the industry.

CoinDesk Markets:Why Bitcoin Tumbled Below 8K
In this quick hit episode of CoinDesk Markets, CoinDesk Reporter Brad Keoun talks to David Nage, principal at the Los Angeles-based money manager Arca Funds.


