Opinion

Dalio, Brainard, Lummis: Your Guide to Day 1 at Consensus 2021
Bitcoin's energy use, ether as hard money, Ray Dalio on the future of inflation and bitcoin as a hedge asset. Here's your guide for Day 1 of Consensus.

It's 2031. This Is the World That Crypto Created
Ten years from now, cryptography has revolutionized money, identity and much more. Blockchains are infrastructure, and kids prefer DeFi to banks.

Money Reimagined: Hey Elon, Bitcoin Can Green the Grid
Decentralization of the energy system and the money system can go hand in hand, says CoinDesk's chief content officer.

Venmo's Censorship of Gaza Payments Makes Case for Neutral Platforms
Whatever the rights and wrongs of the Gaza conflict, platforms like Venmo shouldn't decide who gets paid or not. We need open systems like Bitcoin.

Som Seif: 'Rational' for SEC to Approve Crypto ETFs
The founder of Purpose Investments, one of the first companies to offer bitcoin and ether ETFs in North America, chats ahead of Consensus 21.

What Coinbase’s Media Play Means for Crypto
Coinbase's apparent move into media is part of a trend of crypto companies developing their own content. Is this a good thing for the industry?

Time to Decide: Are You an Investor or a Gambler?
A crash isn't a great time to decide why you invested in the first place. But it's better late than never.

The Node: BTFD Explained
Some see major crypto sell-offs, like the one happening now, as buying opportunities. Here's what they're really saying.

Why Cathie Wood's ARKK Is Still Betting on Coinbase
Champion growth investor Cathie Wood has had a tough year. But consistency of approach could be her secret weapon, says our columnist.


