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Culture and Entertainment Was the Worst Performing Crypto Sector in Q4: Data
CoinDesk Indices data reveals that the culture and entertainment sector was the worst performer in Q4, which was driven mainly by the metaverse industry. CoinDesk Indices Managing Director Jodie Gunzberg explains why the sector's pullback was impacted by the collapse of FTX.
On-Chain Data Shows Binance's Financials Are a 'Black Box': Nansen Analyst
"When it comes to [Binance's] financials, it is still very much a black box," says Nansen Analyst Andrew Thurman. Thurman shares on-chain insights of the crypto exchange's reserves, following the rapid implosion of rival FTX.
Binance In the Spotlight After FTX Implosion
Binance, the world's largest exchange by trading volume, has faced billions of dollars in net outflows recently, after rival exchange FTX filed for bankruptcy and decreased investor confidence in the crypto markets. Nansen analyst Andrew Thurman discusses the latest developments and what he's seeing on-chain.
Examining the Whirlwind Quarter in Crypto
The fourth quarter was a whirlwind for the crypto markets, as investors witnessed the Federal Reserve hike rates in November and December, FTX file for bankruptcy and Sam Bankman-Fried get arrested in the Bahamas. CoinDesk Indices Managing Director Jodie Gunzberg takes a comprehensive look at Q4, based on the CoinDesk Market Ex Stablecoins Index (CMIX) and sector indices.
Could FTX Collapse Trigger a Crypto Domino Effect?
Bitcoin (BTC) is trading flat around $16,500 as concerns linger that FTX's collapse could trigger a domino effect in the crypto industry. Tactive Wealth Advisor Eddy Gifford shares his bitcoin outlook and investment strategies as the strategist predicts the bottom is close for the largest cryptocurrency by market capitalization.
Sam Bankman-Fried’s Bahamas Court Appearance Adds to Confusion
Counsel for Sam Bankman-Fried appeared blindsided by his appearance in a Bahamas court Monday as weekend reports suggested Bankman-Fried had changed his mind and was not going to challenge extradition to the U.S. CoinDesk Regulatory Reporter Cheyenne Ligon breaks down the latest confusion around the former FTX CEO's court appearance.
FTX’s Bankman-Fried Gave Ex-Jane Street Traders Who Formed Modulo Capital $400M
Founded in early 2022, Modulo operated out of the same luxury Bahamian condominium community where Sam Bankman-Fried and other FTX employees lived.
Sam Bankman-Fried's Bahamas Court Appearance Adds to Confusion
Earlier reports suggested the former FTX CEO was going to waive any extradition challenge.
Sam Bankman-Fried Prepares for US Extradition: Reports
Sam Bankman-Fried will no longer contest extradition to the U.S. from the Bahamas, according to multiple media outlets. This comes as Bloomberg reports the former FTX CEO could be extradited to the U.S. as soon as Monday. "The Hash" panel weighs in on the latest legal developments of Sam Bankman-Fried's arrest.
