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MARKETS DAILY: Featured Story | Elizabeth Warren’s Bill Won’t Stop Money Laundering, but It Could Ban Crypto May 21, 2023

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Featured Story:

Is an opinion piece by John Rizzo a senior vice president for public affairs at Clyde Group, titled: Elizabeth Warren’s Bill Won’t Stop Money Laundering, but It Could Ban Crypto

On today's show, we discuss the Digital Asset Anti-Money Laundering Act, which is being pushed by Senator Elizabeth Warren (D-MA) and Senator Roger Marshall (R-KS), and aims to close loopholes that criminals may exploit to launder money through crypto assets. However, it appears that this legislation may actually further a strategy to ban crypto.

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

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MARKETS DAILY: Featured Story | Should We Worry About Tether’s Bitcoin-Buying Plan? May 20, 2023

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You can see resemblances between Do Kwon's Bitcoin purchases during Terra/Luna's peaks.

Featured Story:

An Opinion piece by Coindesk Deputy Managing Editor of Features & Opinion, Daniel Kuhn, titled Should We Worry About Tether’s Bitcoin-Buying Plan?

On today's show, we focus on the fact that Tether holds the largest stablecoin, USDT, which could be viewed as an attempt to de-risk its U.S. dollar exposure.

This episode was 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: Headlines | Top Stories of the Week 05-15-23 May 20, 2023

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This episode is sponsored by Ciphertrace.

A roundup of the week’s most valuable crypto stories forSaturday, May 20, 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:

Paul Tudor Jones on State of Bitcoin in the U.S.
OpenAI CEO Testifies on Capitol Hill
U.S. Crypto Firms Moving Offshore 'Welcome' in France
Ledger Defends Recovery System

Links to the headlines:

Bitcoin Has a 'Real Problem' in U.S.: Paul Tudor Jones

OpenAI CEO Testifies Before Congress on AI Oversight

Fleeing U.S. Crypto Firms ‘Welcome,’ French Regulator Says

Ledger Continues to Defend Recovery System, Says It's Always 'Technically' Possible to Extract Users' Keys

Ledger Bats Back Criticism of New Wallet Recovery Service

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THE HASH: Coinbase Praises Canada’s Crypto Approach; Ledger’s New Bitcoin Key Recovery Feature Debate Swirls May 19, 2023

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The most valuable crypto stories for Friday, May 18, 2023.

This episode is sponsored by Ciphertrace.

The hosts of "The Hash" discuss some of the biggest crypto headlines shaping the sector today, including Coinbase (COIN) saying it loves Canada, where the rules have been set out, compared with the U.S.’s lack of clarity. Separately, experts weigh in on an update from Ledger's new key-recovery feature. And, MicroStrategy co-founder and Executive Chairman Michael Saylor tells Decrypt the company is intrigued with how Ordinals could lead to software innovation.

Ledger’s Hard Lesson: Being Right Isn't Good Enough

Is Ledger’s New Bitcoin Key Recovery Feature Safe? Experts Have Doubts

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MARKETS DAILY: Crypto Update | The Influential Force of Stablecoins Are Shaping Crypto's Road to Recovery May 19, 2023

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Bitcoin drifts around 27k awaiting Jerome Powell's expected speech later today and what are markets saying about crypto’s path to a sustainable recovery; CoinDesk’s “Markets Daily” is back with the latest news roundup.

Today's Stories:

BlockFi Creditors Say Crypto Lender Was a Victim of Bad Management

DLT-Powered Financial Markets Could Save $100B Per Year, TradFi Study Says

Lightning Labs Releases 'Better' Version of Token Minting on Bitcoin After BRC-20s Clog System

Market Watch Links:

BRN00 | Brent Crude Oil Continuous Contract Overview | MarketWatch

Bitcoin in Stasis Below $27K Ahead of Powell Speech

Crypto Market Recovery Unlikely Until Stablecoin Universe Stops Shrinking: JPMorgan

BlockFi Creditors Say Crypto Lender Was a Victim of Bad Management

DLT-Powered Financial Markets Could Save $100B Per Year, TradFi Study Says

Lightning Labs Releases 'Better' Version of Token Minting on Bitcoin After BRC-20s Clog System

Coinbase Officially Opens Subscription Service; Expands Reach Outside U.S.

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MONEY REIMAGINED: Unraveling the Digital Currency Landscape With Riccardo Ricchi May 19, 2023

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This episode is sponsored by EY.

Join Michael Casey and Sheila Warren on this episode of “Money Reimagined,” as they delve into the multifaceted world of digital money and explore the intricate dynamics that shape its scene with Head of Policy and Government Relations Riccardo Ricchi of The Payments Association located in the UK.

Together they unravel the differences between stablecoins, cryptocurrencies, and CBDCs, shedding light on the diverse forms of digital currencies that exist. Data privacy and surveillance concerns take center stage as they discuss the implications of a digitized monetary system on personal information and surveillance practices. Their conversation will take you on a journey through the evolution of Bitcoin and stablecoins, recognizing their significance as the next generation of money.

Finally, the role of regulation is examined in embracing programmable digital assets and the challenges and opportunities it presents in this ever-evolving financial landscape.

Join us as we explore these thought-provoking topics and navigate the exciting future of digital money.

SUMMARY:

Introduction to, central bank digital currencies, stablecoins and crypto. (0:00)

Innovation is unstoppable, it's happening. (2:44)

Differences between stablecoins, CBDCs and crypto. (8:06)

Programmable money and digital money. (13:48)

The conflation of programmable money. (16:21)

The idea of choice in India. (22:55)

The impact of CBDCs on banks. (27:29)

Banking disintermediation. (29:36)

The Policy Crisis. (33:08)

LINKS:

thepaymentsassociation.org

Article from CD:

Crypto Industry Asks UK to Think Globally as Government Closes Consultation on Proposed Rule

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Money Reimagined has been produced and edited by senior producer Michele Musso and our executive producer is Jared Schwartz. Our theme song is “AITA” by Neon Beach.

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THE HASH: Ledger Defends Recovery System; Ripple Starts Platform for Central Banks to Issue Their CBDCs May 18, 2023

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The most valuable crypto stories for Thursday, May 18, 2023.

This episode is sponsored by Ciphertrace.

The hosts of "The Hash" weigh in on the biggest stories shaping the crypto industry today, including Ripple starting a central bank digital currency (CBDC) platform which allows central banks, governments, and financial institutions to issue their own digital currency. Separately, crypto wallet maker Ledger seemingly digs itself into a deeper hole while answering questions about the firm's new wallet recovery service on Twitter. Plus, a Santiment report reveals that pepecoin (PEPE) could face challenges amid a generally bleak trading environment.

Expect Ripple Deal to Set Off Crypto Custodian M&A, Says Advisory Firm

Ledger Continues to Defend Recovery System, Says It's Always 'Technically' Possible to Extract Users' Keys

Ledger Bats Back Criticism of New Wallet Recovery Service

Investors Track Pepecoin Whales to Cash In on Meme Coin Mania as Wider Market Stagnates

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 | Consensus 2023 - Franklin Templeton CEO Jenny Johnson On Playing the Long Game. May 18, 2023

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Featured Story:

Jenny Johnson is President and CEO of Franklin Templeton. In a career at Franklin Templeton spanning over 30 years, she has been a key driver in the company's transformation to what is now one of the most respected global firms focused on investment management, technology, innovation, diversity and corporate and social responsibility. Ms. Johnson has received a number of recognitions and is involved with several industry and nonprofit organizations. She earned her B.A. in economics from the University of California at Davis.

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CARPE CONSENSUS: Insider Trading Won’t Fly in Crypto – Coinbase and OpenSea Updates May 18, 2023

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Plus, more on Bitcoin’s BRC-20, GREED token and Pepe.

On “Carpe Consensus,” hosts Ben Schiller, Danny Nelson and Cam Thompson dive into the latest crypto news.

[1:28] Inside the Desk: Cheyenne Ligon, CoinDesk regulatory reporter, provides updates on insider trading cases at Coinbase and OpenSea.
[11:00] We asked, you answered: Listeners chime in on the BRC-20 debate.
[15:54] Danny’s Dungeon: Updates to Aragon and the latest crypto social experiment, GREED. Will crypto learn its lesson, or continue to be greedy?
[23:30] Cam’s Corner: The mighty Pepe has returned in time for S**tcoin Spring.

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

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THE HASH: U.S. Crypto Firms Moving Offshore 'Welcome' in France; Florida Gov. DeSantis' Campaign Against CBDCs May 17, 2023

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The most valuable crypto stories for Wednesday, May 17, 2023.

This episode is sponsored by Ciphertrace.

"The Hash" hosts discuss today's top stories, including crypto companies fleeing U.S. regulatory uncertainty being welcomed by officials in France. Separately, why some lawyers say Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis' CBDC ban may be a toothless effort. Plus, Tether will regularly buy bitcoin (BTC) for its stablecoin reserves using a portion of its profits starting this month.

Florida’s DeSantis Waging Toothless Campaign Against Digital Dollars, Lawyers Say

Tether Says It Will Buy Bitcoin for Stablecoin Reserves Using Realized Profits

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

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