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BitGo Terminates Acquisition of Rival Prime Trust; German Intelligence Agency Releases NFT Collection to Recruit Talent
"The Hash" tackles today's biggest stories in crypto, including cryptocurrency custodian BitGo ending its acquisition of rival Prime Trust. Plus, a closer look at why German Intelligence Agency Bundesnachrichtendienst (BND) has released a non-fungible token (NFT) collection to recruit talent through a gamified blockchain treasure hunt. Meanwhile, some lobby groups and crypto companies in the U.K. believe the digital pound should be interoperable with crypto to be suitable for the future.
Court Examiner Says FTX's Bankruptcy Fees Already Topped $200M; Could Stablecoins, DeFi be in SEC's Crosshairs Next?
"The Hash" explores today's top stories in crypto, including FTX’s bankruptcy fees already topping $200 million, according to a court-appointed examiner. Separately, Berenberg's recent research suggests stablecoins and DeFi are likely to become the next targets in the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC)'s crypto crackdown. And, the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) is proposing common conditions for retail payments with digital money on a distributed ledger.
Do Kwon Sentenced to Four Months in Montenegro Jail; Alibaba Taps Crypto Friendly Joseph Tsai as Chairman
"The Hash" explores today's top stories in crypto, including Terraform Labs founder Do Kwon being sentenced to four months in jail by a Montenegro court after being found guilty of document forgery. Separately, Alibaba announced Joseph Tsai, one of its founders, will step into the role of chairman at the company this September. Plus, EDX Markets, which has funding from financial heavyweights like Charles Schwab, announces the launch of its digital asset market. And, Binance has set up Lightning nodes on the Bitcoin network.
Abra Insolvent for Months: Regulators; Tether’s Banking Relationships Detailed in Legal Documents
"The Hash" hosts unpack today's top stories: Binance's French unit undergoes investigation by local authorities for the "illegal" provision of digital asset services and "acts of aggravated money laundering". The exchange is also leaving the Netherlands after failing to acquire a license from the Dutch regulator. Separately, crypto lender Abra has been insolvent since at least March 31, 2023, state securities regulators alleged on Thursday. Plus, new documents obtained by CoinDesk under a Freedom of Information Law request, offer a rare but limited window into the reserves behind USDT. And, the latest on former President Donald Trump's NFT project.
BlackRock Close to Filing for Bitcoin ETF Application; Telos Foundation Exec on Gamestop Partnership
"The Hash" hosts take a deep dive into today's hot topics in crypto: BlackRock, the world's biggest asset manager, is close to filing an application for a Bitcoin ETF, according to a CoinDesk source. The Hong Kong Monetary Authority put pressure on 3 major banks to take on crypto exchanges as clients, the Financial Times said. Apple (AAPL) has rejected the latest version of non-custodial Lightning-enabled bitcoin wallet Zeus, according to a tweet by Zeus founder Evan Kaloudis. Plus, Telos Foundation Head of Business Development AJ Dinger joins the show to discuss its new partnership with Gamestop.
U.S. Treasury Explores Privacy Concerns of Digital Dollar; $200M Flash Loan From MakerDAO Makes $3 Profit
"The Hash" explores today's top stories in crypto: the U.S. Treasury Department is studying how the use of the digital dollar could be kept private. MicroStrategy (MSTR) founder Michael Saylor said the crypto industry is destined to be bitcoin (BTC)-focused in the wake of recent enforcement actions by U.S. regulators. An arbitrage bot flash loaned $200 million worth of the dai stablecoin (DAI) from MakerDAO on Wednesday, making a $3.24 profit after transaction fees. Digital payments firm Strike is expanding its Lightning Network-based cross-border payments service to Mexico.
