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MARKETS DAILY: CoinDesk Market Index Week in Review Aug 12, 2023

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CoinDesk Indices presents six notable takeaways from last week.

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On today’s show, we’re bringing six notable takeaways from the last week in crypto markets. For more, head to coindeskmarkets.com.

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Not investment advice. Some crypto products and markets are unregulated. The unpredictable nature of the cryptoasset markets can lead to loss of funds and profits may be subject to capital gains tax.

This episode was hosted by George Kaloudis. “Markets Daily” is executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced and edited by Eleanor Pahl. All original music by Doc Blust and Colin Mealey. This episode used Wondercraft Voice AI.

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THE HASH: Headlines | Top Stories of the Week 08-07-23 Aug 12, 2023

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A roundup of the week’s most valuable crypto stories forSaturday, Aug 12, 2023.

Missed any episodes of “The Hash” this week? Today’s recap episode will get you caught up.

“Hash Headlines” rounds up this week’s headline stories, including:

PayPal's Big Crypto Market Splash
Fake PayPal USD Tokens Pop Up
Coinbase Officially Launches 'Base' Blockchain
SEC to Challenge XRP Ruling in Case Against Ripple

Links to the headlines:

PayPal to Issue Dollar-Pegged Crypto Stablecoin Based on Ethereum

Fake PayPal USD Tokens Pop up on Several Blockchains

Coinbase Officially Launches Base Blockchain in Milestone for a Public Company

SEC Will Appeal XRP Ruling in Case Against Ripple

This episode has been edited by senior producer Michele Musso and the executive producer is Jared Schwartz. Our theme song is “Neon Beach.”

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THE HASH: SEC Punts Ark 21Shares Bitcoin ETF Application Decision; Post Malone Slams Digital Dollar Concept Aug 11, 2023

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The most valuable crypto stories for Friday, August 11, 2023.

"The Hash" covers today's hottest topics in crypto, including the SEC extending its review of the Ark 21Shares bitcoin ETF application, as it continues to look at applications from traditional finance heavyweights like BlackRock and Fidelity. Post Malone speaks to podcaster Joe Rogan about a central bank digital currency (CBDC) in the U.S. And, Bank of America doesn't expect PayPal’s new stablecoin to drive crypto adoption anytime soon.

Ark 21Shares Bitcoin ETF Application Decision Pushed Out by SEC

Post Malone, Podcaster Joe Rogan Slam Prospects of a U.S. Digital Dollar: That’s 'Game Over'

This episode has been edited by senior producer Michele Musso and the executive producer is Jared Schwartz. Our theme song is “Neon Beach.”

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MARKETS DAILY: Featured Story | Aragon Mulled Sale of Crypto Project, Leaked Screenshot Shows Aug 11, 2023

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One of the biggest crypto projects building tools to support decentralized governance is trying to get out of its own governance pickle.

Today's episode is sponsored by Kraken Pro.

Today’s guest host, CoinDesk's Danny Nelson, reads his latest piece: “Aragon Mulled Sale of Crypto Project, Leaked Screenshot Shows.” You can hear more from Danny on CoinDesk’s “Carpe Consensus” podcast.

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THE HASH: SEC to Challenge XRP Ruling in Case Against Ripple; FTX Claps Back at Creditors Aug 10, 2023

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The most valuable crypto stories for Thursday, August 10, 2023.

"The Hash" explores today's top stories in crypto, including lawyers for FTX firing back at creditors that criticized the bankrupt crypto exchange's proposed reorganization plan. The SEC will file an "interlocutory appeal" of a judge's ruling on Ripple's programmatic sales of XRP. And, Calaxy co-founder Solo Ceesay and fellow co-founder and NBA star Spencer Dinwiddie join the show to discuss the future of social media entertainment.

SEC Will Appeal XRP Ruling in Case Against Ripple

SEC Likely to Approve Several Spot ETFs, Sparking Next Bitcoin Rally: Matrixport

Solo Ceesay on Calaxy App, Metaverse Outlook

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MARKETS DAILY: Featured Story | Some Users May Want an ‘Everything App’, but What We Need Is Digital Sovereignty Aug 10, 2023

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Jameson Lopp argues Twitter's recent rebrand falls in line with big tech's obsession with data. Nostr, an increasingly popular social network, is one alternative.

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Today’s featured story is an opinion piece from Jameson Lopp, titled: “Some Users May Want an ‘Everything App’, but What We Need Is Digital Sovereignty.”

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CARPE CONSENSUS: PayPal Steps Into the Stablecoin Game Aug 10, 2023

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PayPal’s announcement is a big deal for crypto. But what’s the business model behind this decision, and why launch a stablecoin now?

On “Carpe Consensus,” hosts Ben Schiller and Cam Thompson dive into the latest crypto news alongside CoinDesk Chief Insights Columnist David Z. Morris.

[1:24] Inside the Desk: PayPal’s entry into the stablecoin game has wide ramifications to the crypto industry. David Z. Morris gives his first takes, analyzing what the announcement means for crypto adoption, other stablecoin issuers and privacy.
[18:22] Cam’s Corner: Cam recaps the latest data reports from the world of NFTs, showing that although NFT trading volume is sinking, it's not stopping developers from entering Web3.

“Carpe Consensus” is executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced and edited by Eleanor Pahl.

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THE HASH: Coinbase Officially Launches 'Base' Blockchain; Aptos Token Surges on Microsoft Partnership Aug 09, 2023

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The most valuable crypto stories for Wednesday, August 9, 2023.

"The Hash" tackles today's crypto news, including Coinbase saying its blockchain is the first to be launched by a publicly traded company. Aptos Labs, a layer 1 blockchain from Meta Platforms' former employees, is expanding its tools and services using Microsoft's AI technology. Grimes says she made more money with NFTs than in her entire music career. And, the U.S. Federal Reserve is starting a new program for overseeing banks’ crypto activity.

‘The Next Crypto Gem’ TV Show Aims to Be ‘The Apprentice’ for Crypto

Microsoft, Aptos Labs Team Up on New Blockchain AI Tools

Grimes Made More Money From NFTs Than From Her Entire Music Career: Wired

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MARKETS DAILY: Featured Story | What Crypto's Future Has to Do With LIBOR's Death Aug 09, 2023

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The financial services industry has a way of spawning innovation and growing from its crises.

Today's episode is sponsored by Kraken Pro.

Today’s featured story is an opinion piece from Dmitry Gooshchin, titled: “Crypto's Path Forward Could Follow the Financial World's Departure From LIBOR.”

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THE HASH: Fake PayPal USD Tokens Pop Up; Binance Receives License to Offer Crypto Services in El Salvador Aug 08, 2023

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The most valuable crypto stories for Tuesday, August 8, 2023.

"The Hash" tackles today's biggest crypto news, including how scammers are attempting to capitalize on PayPal’s recently launched dollar-pegged stablecoin. Morgan Stanley said in a recent research report that artificial intelligence will be one of the most important investment themes over the next decade. And, Binance receives two licenses to operate in El Salvador.

AI Will Be One of the Most Important Investment Themes Over the Next Decade: Morgan Stanley

Binance Receives License to Offer Bitcoin, Digital Asset Services in El Salvador

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