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THE HASH: Former Alameda CEO Reportedly Taps Ex-SEC Crypto Regulator as Lawyer; Cathie Wood's Ark Buys More COIN Dec 12, 2022

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This episode is sponsored by Bitstamp and the Galaxy Brains Podcast.

The most valuable crypto stories for Monday, Dec. 12, 2022.

"The Hash" hosts discuss a report from Bloomberg that former Alameda CEO Caroline Ellison recently hired Stephanie Avakian and law firm WilmerHale. Avakian is a former enforcement division chief at the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) who worked on several high-profile cases against figures like Elizabeth Holmes and Elon Musk. Plus, Cathie Wood's Ark Investment Management said in an email it bought 78,982 shares in cryptocurrency exchange Coinbase (COIN), its first investment in the crypto exchange in a month.

SEC Strikes Back in Grayscale Suit Over GBTC ETF Conversion

Ark Invest Adds Coinbase Stock as Crypto Exchange's Price Slides

First Mover Americas: Cathie Wood’s Ark Buys More COIN; Do Kwon is in Serbia

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

Bitstamp is the longest-running crypto exchange and was recently rated #1 in the world by CryptoCompare. Regulation, transparency, and security are pillars that ensure customers' funds are safe; it’s the Bitstamp way. Learn more about how your crypto is always yours at bitstamp.net.

Galaxy Brains: Whether it’s breaking down market volatility or analyzing the latest development, come for the latest market insights from our in-house trading professionals and renowned experts from across the industry. Stay for the occasional rap from host Alex Thorn. Check out the latest episodes here: https://www.galaxy.com/research/podcasts/galaxy-brains/?utm_source=Hash&utm_medium=podcast&utm_id=CoinDesk

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BREAKDOWN: SBF ‘Loaned’ the CEO of The Block $43M Dec 12, 2022

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About $27 million was used to fund The Block’s operations, while $16 million was used for Bahamas real estate.

This episode is sponsored by Nexo.io, Circle, Kraken and the Galaxy Brains Podcast.

Another day, another betrayal. On Friday, news broke that former FTX CEO Sam Bankman-Fried made three loans totaling $43 million to Michael McCaffrey, CEO of CoinDesk competitor The Block. Those loans went to buying out The Block’s investors, to expanding operations and (of course) to an apartment for McCaffrey in the Bahamas. On today’s episode, NLW looks at the latest betrayal.

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Circle, the sole issuer of the trusted and reliable stablecoin USDC, is our sponsor for today’s show. USDC is a fast, cost-effective solution for global payments at internet speeds. Learn how businesses are taking advantage of these opportunities at Circle’s USDC Hub for Businesses.

Kraken, the secure, trusted digital asset exchange, is our sponsor for today's show. Kraken makes it easy to instantly buy 185+ cryptocurrencies with fast, flexible funding options. Your account is covered by regular Proof of Reserves audits, industry-leading security and award-winning Client Engagement, available 24/7. Sign up and trade today at kraken.com/breakdown.

Galaxy Brains: Whether it’s breaking down market volatility or analyzing the latest development, come for the latest market insights from our in-house trading professionals and renowned experts from across the industry. Stay for the occasional rap from host Alex Thorn. Check out the latest episodes here: https://www.galaxy.com/research/podcasts/galaxy-brains/?utm_source=BD&utm_medium=podcast&utm_id=CoinDesk

“The Breakdown” is written, produced by and features Nathaniel Whittemore aka NLW, with editing by Rob Mitchell and research by Scott Hill. Jared Schwartz is our executive producer and our theme music is “Countdown” by Neon Beach. Music behind our sponsors today is "Back To The End" by Strength To Last. Image credit: Juan Moyano/Getty Images, modified by CoinDesk. Join the discussion at discord.gg/VrKRrfKCz8.

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GEN C: The Fandom of Digital Collectibles, with Matt Kalish, president of DraftKings North America Dec 12, 2022

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Matt Kalish joins the podcast this week to talk about how bullish he is on Web3 and NFTs, going so far as to updating his LinkedIn picture to a BAYC PFP.

In this episode, we touch on brands entering the World Cup conversation with their own digital collectibles, and a potential hot take on how Apple is missing the mark when it comes to the blockchain. Matt Kalish, president of DraftKings North America, joins the podcast to share insights on how DraftKings meets its consumers where they are through fantasy sports and digital collectibles. A key takeaway being that audience market fit is as important as product market fit.

Links mentioned from the podcast:

Web3 Is Heading to the World Cup
Coinbase Disables Mobile NFT Transfers, Citing Apple’s App Store Policies
The Balance Between Art and IP Theft in NFT Culture
DraftKings Reinmakers Fantasy Football game
Props & Drops with Matt Kalish & GaryVee Podcast (Apple, Spotify)
Matt’s Twitter
DraftKings Twitter
DraftKings website

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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 Adrian Blust, 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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BREAKDOWN: Why Is Bitcoin Dominance So Much Lower Than in Previous Bear Markets? Dec 11, 2022

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Is it stablecoins? The rise of Ethereum? Or something else entirely?

This episode is sponsored by Nexo.io, Circle and Kraken.

On this episode of “Long Reads Sunday,” NLW reads Noelle Acheson’s “BTC Dominance Is Behaving Weirdly, and That’s Sort of Good” as well as comments from NLW’s Twitter thread on Bitcoin dominance.

“The Breakdown” is written, produced by and features Nathaniel Whittemore aka NLW, with editing by Rob Mitchell and research by Scott Hill. Jared Schwartz is our executive producer and our theme music is “Countdown” by Neon Beach. Music behind our sponsors today is "Back To The End" by Strength To Last. Image credit: Ja_inter/Getty Images, modified by CoinDesk. Join the discussion at discord.gg/VrKRrfKCz8.

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THE HASH: Headlines - Top Stories of the Week 12-05-22 Dec 10, 2022

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This episode is sponsored by Bitstamp.

A roundup of the week’s most valuable crypto stories for Saturday, Dec. 10, 2022.

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:

Stablecoin Issuer Circle Scratches Plan to Go Public
Goldman Sachs Will Spend Millions to Purchase Discounted Crypto Investments
Immutable X, Gaming and NFTs.

Links to the headlines:

Stablecoin Issuer Circle Cancels Plan to Go Public

Goldman Sachs to Spend 'Tens of Millions' on Discounted Crypto Investments After FTX Implosion: Report

Rally in Crypto Game Axie's AXS Token Faces Skepticism From Derivative Traders

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

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BREAKDOWN: Congressman Who Called Bitcoin an ‘Unstoppable Force’ to Become House Financial Services Committee Chair Dec 10, 2022

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Rep. Patrick McHenry will take the role over from Democrat Maxine Waters in the next Congress in January.

This episode is sponsored by Nexo.io, Circle and Kraken.

On this edition of the “Weekly Recap,” NLW catches up on the latest U.S. regulatory news, including the legal battle around the Commodity Futures Trading Commission’s actions against the Ooki DAO, a new bill that would have the Environmental Protection Agency study crypto mining, and more.

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“The Breakdown” is written, produced by and features Nathaniel Whittemore aka NLW, with editing by Rob Mitchell and research by Scott Hill. Jared Schwartz is our executive producer and our theme music is “Countdown” by Neon Beach. Music behind our sponsors today is "Back To The End" by Strength To Last. Image credit: Sarah Silbiger-Pool/Getty Images, modified by CoinDesk. Join the discussion at discord.gg/VrKRrfKCz8.

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THE HASH: Coinbase Asks Users to Switch USDT for USDC; More Reported Crypto Layoffs Dec 09, 2022

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This episode is sponsored by Bitstamp.

The most valuable crypto stories for Friday, Dec. 9, 2022.

"The Hash" hosts interview Forum3 Co-CEO Adam Brotman to discuss connecting one of the world’s most successful retail loyalty programs with Web3.

Also, Coinbase is waiving the conversion fees for users switching to a "trusted stablecoin" in a new campaign that highlights the quality of reserves that back Circle-owned USD Coin (USDC). Meanwhile, crypto trading firm Amber Group is terminating a $25 million sponsorship deal with football club Chelsea F.C. amid new layoffs, according to a Bloomberg report.

Crypto Trading Firm Amber Group Ditches $25M Chelsea Sponsorship Deal Amid Layoffs: Report

Starbucks Launches Beta of Web3 'Odyssey' Loyalty Program

Blending the World’s Most Successful Loyalty Program With Web3

The Brains Behind Starbucks Rewards Help Push Coffee Chain Giant Into Web3

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

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BREAKDOWN: 2022’s Most Influential Bitcoiners Dec 09, 2022

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A look at the folks who drove the bitcoin space forward over the last year.

This episode is sponsored by Nexo.io, Circle and Kraken.

Crypto Twitter was in a tizzy this week about CoinDesk’s Most Influential 2022. Specifically, bitcoin maximalists decried its lack of bitcoin maximalists. On this episode, NLW addresses the controversy, reads Pete Rizzo’s list of top bitcoiners of 2022 and adds his own nominations.

“The Breakdown” is written, produced by and features Nathaniel Whittemore aka NLW, with editing by Rob Mitchell and research by Scott Hill. Jared Schwartz is our executive producer and our theme music is “Countdown” by Neon Beach. Music behind our sponsors today is "Back To The End" by Strength To Last. Image credit: MicroStockHub/Getty Images, modified by CoinDesk. Join the discussion at discord.gg/VrKRrfKCz8.

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MONEY REIMAGINED: Crypto’s Most Influential of 2022, With Ben Schiller Dec 09, 2022

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This episode is sponsored by Roofstock onChain

I think it's fair to say that this year has been remarkable for crypto, as it is the ninth consecutive year that we honor people and institutions that have made a significant impact on crypto, whether for good or bad, by curating a list … CoinDesk’s Most Influential.

On this episode of “Money Reimagined,” hosts Michael Casey and Sheila Warren speak with Ben Schiller, managing editor of CoinDesk’s Consensus Magazine, about the much-anticipated release of CoinDesk’s Most Influential 2022.

This year's MI project is different in that it includes a non-fungible token (NFT) drop of the artwork that illustrates the stories about each list member.

Coindesk Got Colorful With the Most Influential 2022 NFT Collection

This episode was produced and edited by Michele Musso with announcements by Adam B. Levine and our executive producer, Jared Schwartz. Our theme song is “Shepard.”

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THE HASH: Ethereum Developers Target March 2023 for Release of Staked Ether; Starbucks' Web3 Splash Dec 08, 2022

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This episode is sponsored by Bitstamp.

The most valuable crypto stories for Thursday, Dec. 8, 2022.

Ethereum developers determined the network’s next hard fork, called “Shanghai,” will have a target release time frame of March 2023. This upgrade will include code known as EIP 4895 that will allow Beacon Chain staked ether (stETH) withdrawals. Plus, Starbucks Odyssey launches its Web3-powered experience in beta to certain rewards members of the coffee giant in the U.S.

PayPal Expands Crypto Service Into Luxembourg in First EU Foray

'Do You Believe In Second Chances?' Another DAO Is Raising Funds to Buy a Copy of the US Constitution

Blending the World’s Most Successful Loyalty Program With Web3

This episode has been edited by Nia Freeman. Our executive producer is Jared Schwartz. Our theme song is “Neon Beach.”

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