Ukraine
Elliptic Executive: Russia Evading Sanctions With Crypto Is an ‘Overblown Concern’
David Carlisle, Elliptic director of policy and regulatory affairs, joins “All About Bitcoin” to discuss how his firm is tracking the crypto donations to Ukraine and where the $60 million in crypto donations is being allocated.
Geopolitical Uncertainties Boosting Demand for Privacy Coins in 2022?
Privacy coins Monero XMR, Zcash ZEC and Secret SCRT all saw large price spikes, possibly gaining favor from certain users over other cryptocurrencies.
Why Russian Sanctions Could Push Corporations Towards Crypto
The sudden disconnection of Russia from the global financial system is a moment for reflection. But economic fragmentation has a cost.
Ukraine Has Received Close to $100M in Crypto Donations
Ukraine's president "shares our vision" that the use of crypto could be an "economic breakthrough," according to the country's deputy minister at the Ministry of Digital Transformation.
Market Rally as Biden Signs Crypto Executive Order
John Sarson, Sarson Funds CEO and founder, joins “First Mover” to provide his analysis on the current state of the crypto markets amid a recent price rally for cryptocurrencies.
China Seizes Mining Rigs; Ukraine Crypto Backlash Warning
China busts mining operation disguised as E-V charge station. India sees future and possibility of revenue in crypto. Russians look to preserve value of cash, while Ukraine reiterates call for crypto exchange ban. We’ll have more on those stories and other news shaping the cryptocurrency and blockchain world in this episode of “The Daily Forkast.”
EU Says Russia, Belarus Sanctions Extend to Crypto
Crypto assets fall into the category of "transferrable securities" and are therefore clearly included in the scope of sanctions, the EU said.
Is Bitcoin the 'Safe' Crypto Asset?
Noelle Acheson, Genesis Global Trading head of market insights, joins “All About Bitcoin” to discuss the current state of bitcoin’s price as the Russia-Ukraine conflict impacts markets across the globe and the U.S. federal reserve is mulling a half-point rate hike later this month. Acheson explores BTC’s volatility, bitcoin dominance, and rising oil prices.
Should Private Businesses Restrict Russian Users Amid Ukraine Invasion?
Steve Ehrlich, Voyager Digital co-founder and CEO, joins “All About Bitcoin” to share his perspective on Ukraine officials calling private businesses to restrict Russian users, including international crypto exchanges. Plus, Ehrlich explains his bitcoin price prediction for 2022.
Ukrainian Deputy Minister Reiterates Call for Crypto Exchanges to Block Russian Users
The official said on CoinDesk TV’s “First Mover” that Russia likely isn’t benefitting from crypto, but could see increased use amid sanctions,
