Opinion
We Don't Need the OCC's 'Political Discrimination' Rule
A proposed OCC rule would stop banks from using political criteria in lending. But with depoliticized funding vehicles now available, it's not necessary, says our columnist.
The Fiat Standard and Debt Slavery
In this exclusive extract, the author of "The Bitcoin Standard" introduces its sequel, "The Fiat Standard."
Money Reimagined: Bitcoin vs. Gold Is a Battle of Narratives
The success of a store-of-value asset, like bitcoin or gold, isn't just a matter of durability, fungibility or scarcity. It's about whether people believe in it.
Valuing Open Source: Principles for Acquiring DeFi Projects
As DeFi sees its first M&A, we’re left with a big question: How do you value an open-source project in a very new industry?
Bitcoin’s Price Is a Poor Proxy for Its Utility
Bitcoin has found adoption this year as digital gold. The other promises of cryptocurrency have yet to find fruition, says our columnist.
4 Charts Showing Why Bitcoin Is an Alternative Risk Asset
Who said "safe haven"? Bitcoin's unique performance and risk profile make it a different type of investment animal.
Why Europe Bests the US at Attracting Crypto Startups
The EU has created a common framework for regulating crypto across the economic bloc. The U.S. is still working out its approach.
Banks Need to Adopt Crypto, Now
Resistance is futile and the time for doing nothing with crypto was two years ago, not today, says our columnist.
BitMEX Founder's Charges Highlight Risks for DeFi
The case against BitMEX, an offshore crypto trading platform, has regulatory implications for the burgeoning DeFi market.
Privacy, Power, Fiscal Policy, the Poor: 4 Reasons to Worry About CBDCs
As central banks everywhere gear up to launch digital currencies, it's time to consider the possible downsides.
