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CONSENSUS CONVERSATIONS: What the AI Explosion Means for Data Privacy Jun 01, 2023

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A Consensus 2023 panel with Edward Snowden and Ben Goertzel.

A former U.S. defense contractor, whistleblower and activist weighs in on the surveillance implications of recent advancements in artificial intelligence in conversation with a cognitive scientist working to democratize AI development.

David Z. Morris, chief insights columnist of CoinDesk, moderates alongside panelists:

Ben Goertzel, CEO of SingularityNET
Edward Snowden, president of Freedom of the Press Foundation

This episode is executive produced by Jared Schwartz and edited by Ryan Huntington, with additional production assistance from Eleanor Pahl. Cover image by Kevin Ross and the theme song is "Get Down" by Elision.

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CARPE CONSENSUS: Tech Hype Cycles and Crypto’s Greater Narrative Jun 01, 2023

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Tim Tully of Zelcore explains what challenges crypto companies are facing this year as funding for tech tips away from blockchain and into AI.

On “Carpe Consensus,” hosts Ben Schiller, Danny Nelson and Cam Thompson tackle the latest crypto debates, from the politicization of crypto to the future of NFTs.

[2:18] Inside the Desk: Florida Governor Ron DeSantis spoke about Bitcoin in announcing his 2024 presidential campaign. Does this mark a tipping point into the crypto industry’s politicization in the U.S.?
[11:10] Tim Tully, CEO of wallet company Zelcore, analyzes the current narrative cycle for wallet security and adoption, and whether AI funding might be eating crypto’s dwindling venture capital.
[28:37] Cam’s Corner: The legendary Formula 1 is the latest to step into NFTs, this time with an NFT-based ticketing experience.

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

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MARKETS DAILY: Crypto Update | BTC Price Fell Today After Fed Member Stated 'No Reason' To Halt Rate Hike Cycle and Student Loan Payments Will Resume This Year May 31, 2023

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With the Fed's historic string of increases to the core interest rate, up 1900% in just one year, as well as its reverberations throughout global markets, many potential catastrophes have been prevented only through bailouts or other interventions. And as part of the debt ceiling agreement, the painful game of student loan repayment may soon be over for those with student loans.

Today's Stories:

The Great Student Loan Nonpayment Boondoggle Is Over And Household Spending Is About To Collapse

UK Enters Worst Period Of Strikes Since Thatcher As Gov't Calls For Price Controls

Stablecoin Issuer Tether Invests in Sustainable Bitcoin Mining in Uruguay

Texas Bill That Would Limit Miners' Participation in Cost-Saving Grid Programs Stopped in House Committee

Former Coinbase Employee, U.S. SEC Settle Insider Trading Charges

Market Watch Links:

BRN00 | Brent Crude Oil Continuous Contract Overview | MarketWatch

First Mover Americas: Bitcoin Slumps Back to $27K on Fed Worry

Crypto Traders Need to Pay Attention to Chinese Yuan

ProShares’ Bitcoin Futures ETF Underperforms BTC This Year: K33 Research

Nvidia Does All The Heavy Lifting, Can't Prop Up Market Forever

This episode was hosted by Adam B. Levine, edited by Ryan Huntington, and Senior Producer is Michele Musso. All original music by Doc Blust and Colin Mealey.

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THE HASH: Binance 'Reevaluating' Roles After Reported Job Cuts; Who Won the Ethereum Wager Between Joe Lubin and Jimmy Song? May 31, 2023

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The most valuable crypto stories for Wednesday, May 31, 2023.

This episode is sponsored by Ciphertrace.

"The Hash" hosts take a deep dive into today's top stories moving the crypto markets, including Binance saying it needs to "focus on talent density across its organization," as it responded Wednesday morning to a report of job cuts. Separately, a new blockchain token standard is allowing traders to convert their Ethereum-based non-fungible tokens (NFTs) to NFTs on the Bitcoin network. And, "The Hash" unpacks the results of a wager made at Consensus 2018 that hinged on how far Ethereum adoption would get by now.

Bitcoin Trades at a 20% Discount on Binance Australia Following Banking Issues in the Country

BRC-721E Token Standard Converts Ethereum NFTs to Bitcoin NFTs

Find Satoshi Labs Rolls Out AI Tool That Turns Selfies Into NFTs

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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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CONSENSUS CONVERSATIONS: FTX – What Happened? May 31, 2023

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A Consensus 2023 panel with Brett Harrison and Anthony Scaramucci.

The fast and hard fall of Sam Bankman-Fried's empire sent shockwaves through the global crypto markets and raised troubling questions about industry governance practices. A hedge fund manager whose firm invested in SBF's exchange (and vice versa) and the former president of FTX's U.S. arm candidly reflect on how it all went wrong, what they'd do differently, and how they are reengaging and working to build a better industry.

Tracy Wang, deputy managing editor of CoinDesk, moderates alongside panelists:

Brett Harrison, founder and CEO of Architect
Anthony Scaramucci, founder and managing partner of SkyBridge Capital

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THE HASH: Prosecutors Address Criminal Charges Against Sam Bankman-Fried; Future of Winklevoss Twins' Gemini Exchange May 30, 2023

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The most valuable crypto stories for Tuesday, May 30, 2023.

This episode is sponsored by Ciphertrace.

"The Hash" team breaks down the biggest stories shaping the crypto industry today, including an update on criminal charges that lawyers for Sam Bankman-Fried are seeking to dismiss. Separately, a new Bloomberg report takes a closer look at the future of crypto exchange Gemini under the leadership of billionaires Tyler and Cameron Winklevoss. And, the difficulty of mining bitcoin is poised to set a new all-time high this week as miners continue to deploy new mining machines to cash in on recent spike in revenue.

Gemini and Bankrupt Lender Genesis Ask U.S. Court to Dismiss SEC Lawsuit Targeting Earn Program

Bitcoin Mining Difficulty’s Record Setting Streak Shows No Signs of Stopping

The Bitcoin Mining Debate Is Ignoring the People Most Affected

Stablecoin Issuer Tether Invests in Sustainable Bitcoin Mining in Uruguay

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: Crypto Update | Bitcoin Likely At First Monthly Loss Since December As the Debt Ceiling Saga Comes To a Close May 30, 2023

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The top trading tokens rose today in Markets after Congress reached a deal to raise the debt ceiling.

Today's Stories:

First Mover Asia: Bitcoin Rises Past $28K on Debt Ceiling Deal

ECB Finalizes Digital Euro Prototypes as Development Decision Looms

India's RBI Intends to Push G-20 to Focus on Crypto's Macro Risks

U.S. Criminal Charges Against Sam Bankman-Fried Don’t Warrant Dismissal, Prosecutors Say

Market Watch Links:

BRN00 | Brent Crude Oil Continuous Contract Overview | MarketWatch

First Mover Americas: Bitcoin on Track for First Monthly Loss of the Year

Bitcoin Headed for First Monthly Loss in 6 Months

Dogecoin Chart Pattern Suggests Volatility Explosion Ahead

This episode was hosted by Adam B. Levine, edited by Ryan Huntington, and Senior Producer is Michele Musso. All original music by Doc Blust and Colin Mealey.

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CONSENSUS CONVERSATIONS: Coinbase’s View from the Regulatory Hot Seat May 30, 2023

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A Consensus 2023 panel with Paul Grewal.

U.S. regulators, not least of all the Securities and Exchange Commission, have taken an aggressive tack lately with the crypto industry. A top executive at the country's largest and best-known exchange shares what it's been like working with the regulator to resolve the issues, and the broader implications for the industry.

Nikhilesh De, managing editor of Global Policy and Regulation at CoinDesk moderates the panel featuring Paul Grewal, chief legal officer of Coinbase.

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CONSENSUS CONVERSATIONS: Lawmaker Town Hall May 29, 2023

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A Consensus 2023 panel with Sen. Cynthia Lummis and Rep. Patrick McHenry.

Amid a broad regulatory crackdown, influential members of the U.S. Senate and House share the latest on the process of writing crypto legislation and the plausible outcomes for 2023 and beyond.

Nikhilesh De, managing editor of Global Policy and Regulation at CoinDesk moderates alongside panelists:

U.S. Sen. Cynthia Lummis (R-Wyo.)
U.S. Rep. Patrick McHenry (R-N.C.)

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GEN C: Tokenizing Once in a Lifetime Experiences With Andy Krainak, President of VeeFriends May 29, 2023

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In this week’s episode of “Gen C,” VeeFriends President Andy Krainak comes on the podcast to discuss VeeCon year two, creating with Gary Vaynerchuck and how VeeFriends is activating a very loyal audience with empathy.

This episode is sponsored by Chainalysis.com.

Andy took a chance 11 years ago by tweeting at Gary V and asking for an internship. Fast-forward and Andy now leads VeeFriends, Gary’s successful Web3 brand NFT, event pass and community. He comes on the pod to discuss the most recent VeeCon conference in Indianapolis that featured everyone from Busta Rhymes to Drew Barrymore and Deepak Chopra. Krainak shares how major brands got involved, which speakers excited the audience most and how the event and community will evolve in time. Avery and Sam also discuss Bitcoin NFTs, Brave Browser’s recent token gated video calling service and finally how the Professional Bowlers Association is minting achievements for members.

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"Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni, with editing by Jonas Huck. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Uyen Truong and Eleanor Pahl. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon.

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