Opinion
Decentralization's Failed Promise in Iran
While exchanges are abiding by fiat’s monetary rules in countries like Iran, it is dishonest to call bitcoin decentralized money, says a journalist based in that country.
Need a Use Case for Decentralization? Start With Energy
Amid the bear market, the crypto/blockchain industry needs to demonstrate how it can be useful. The dysfunctional energy system is a good place to make a mark, says CoinDesk's chief content officer.
Nic Carter vs. The Bitcoin Maximalists
If maximalism has become nothing but a refusal to think through bitcoin’s actual usefulness, it has become an intellectual dead end. No surprise, then, that the intellectuals are jumping ship.
New York Regulators Have Planted a Seed for Stablecoin Transparency
New guidance from the New York Department of Financial Services should shake up how stablecoin issuers do attestation and other reporting, says our columnist.
Web3 Needs In-Person Gatherings
Jenn Sanasie said off-sites and conferences can help humanize crypto. This article is part of "Future of Work Week."
From One to Zero: BlockFi’s Fire Sale Shows the Uber Startup Model Is Disastrous for Finance
Peter Thiel’s monopolistic theories about building companies have clearly hit their limit: banking.
Why Brands Should Adopt a ‘Hybrid DAO’ Model
Crypto allows brands to give customers a voice, leading to stronger communities and products.
Welcome to a Day in the Life of a 'Chief Metaverse Officer'
A tax accountant with decades of experience may be the world’s first “CMVO” with an office in Decentraland.
Hedge or Cause? Unpacking Bitcoin and Inflation
The digital asset, often called digital gold, soared as governments printed money and crashed as they tightened.
How DAOs Open Doors for the Unbanked
It’s a new, borderless world. This article is part of Future of Work Week.
