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BREAKDOWN: A K-Shaped Recession? Jul 15, 2022

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Even as inflation rises, the media is shifting its attention to a potential recession.

This episode is sponsored by Nexo.io, Chainalysis, FTX US and Ava Labs.

Is a recession coming? Are we in a recession already? Can we be in a recession with only 3.6% unemployment? On today’s episode, NLW explores the new narrative of recession starting to take hold in financial media (and American households).

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“The Breakdown” is written, produced by and features Nathaniel Whittemore aka NLW, with editing by Michele Musso and research by Scott Hill. Jared Schwartz is our executive producer and our theme music is “Countdown” by Neon Beach. The music you heard today behind our sponsors is “The Now” by Aaron Sprinkle. Image credit: Peter Zelei Images /Getty Images, modified by CoinDesk. Join the discussion at discord.gg/VrKRrfKCz8.

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THE HASH: Celsius Network Reportedly Owed $439M by Lending Firm EquitiesFirst, South Park Movie Mocks Celebrity Crypto Endorsement Jul 15, 2022

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The most valuable crypto stories for Friday, July 15, 2022.

Beleaguered crypto lending firm Celsius Network is owed $439 million by Indianapolis-based private lending platform EquitiesFirst, according to the Financial Times. This comes as Celsius' first bankruptcy case hearing is expected to take place on Monday. "The Hash" team discusses this developing story. Plus, what does the latest “South Park” movie have to do with crypto?

This episode was edited by Eleanor Pahl and our executive producer is Jared Schwartz. Our theme song is “Neon Beach.”

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MONEY REIMAGINED: Blockchain Education Is Key In High-Growth Economies Jul 15, 2022

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As the industry matures, how we’re communicating about the technology and who we’re communicating with is more important than ever. As more new models to help others to understand and use blockchain technology are arising around the world more and more, how do we help the less fortunate communities that this new technology is designed to serve, build and grow?

On today’s episode of “Money Reimagined,” hosts Michael Casey and Sheila Warren explore this important topic with two guests who have innovative approaches to education in Africa and the Americas. To delve deeper into technology education is

Oluwaseun David Adepoju, head of research at the Africa Blockchain Institute and editor of the Africa Blockchain Report; and Rhonda Eldridge, founder of Harness All Possibilities (USA) and Harness All Possibilities (Bahamas).

This episode was produced and edited by Michele Musso with announcements by Adam B. Levine. Our theme song is “Shepard.”

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BREAKDOWN: Giving Up the Ghost? It’s Chapter 11 Time for Celsius Jul 14, 2022

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Celsius Networks has moved into bankruptcy proceedings.

This episode is sponsored by Nexo.io, Chainalysis, FTX US and Ava Labs.

On today’s episode, NLW covers Celsius moving into Chapter 11 bankruptcy proceedings. This move has been anticipated for some time, but in advance Celsius sought to repay as many of its DeFi loans as possible. Also covered is a small but important decision in the Securities and Exchange Commission’s lawsuit against Ripple.

“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. The music you heard today behind our sponsors is “The Now” by Aaron Sprinkle. Image credit: Cemile Bingol/Getty Images, modified by CoinDesk. Join the discussion at discord.gg/VrKRrfKCz8.

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THE HASH: Celsius Network CEO Says Bankruptcy Filing 'the Right Decision' and Polygon Joins Disney’s Accelerator Program Jul 14, 2022

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The most valuable crypto stories for Thursday, July 14, 2022.

"The Hash" team discusses Celsius Network co-founder and CEO Alex Mashinsky responding to the crypto lender filing for bankruptcy protection by noting in a press release that it's the "right decision for our community and company.” Plus, Disney's latest push into the metaverse.

This episode was edited by Michele Musso and our executive producer is Jared Schwartz. Our theme song is “Neon Beach.”

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BREAKDOWN: Now at 9.1%, Inflation Just Keeps Going Up Jul 13, 2022

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The higher-than-expected CPI data makes it likely the Federal Reserve hikes rates 75 basis points again this month.

This episode is sponsored by Nexo.io, Chainalysis, FTX US and Ava Labs.

Nothing is more important to markets right now than how the Fed responds to inflation. On today’s show, NLW discusses the latest consumer price index numbers for June. He argues that they make it likely that the Fed continues with another 75 basis point hike at the FOMC meeting later this month, but also shows that the market believes they might even increase that to a full 1% hike.

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THE HASH: Charlie Munger Calls Crypto an ‘Investment in Nothing,’ and Tony Hawk Enters the Metaverse Jul 13, 2022

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The most valuable crypto stories for Wednesday, July 13, 2022.

In an interview with the Australian Financial Review, billionaire investor Charlie Munger calls crypto an "investment in nothing." Plus, famed skateboarder Tony Hawk heads to the metaverse with a skatepark and 3D avatar collection in The Sandbox. Those stories and more on "The Hash."

This episode was edited by Michele Musso and our executive producer is Jared Schwartz. Our theme song is “Neon Beach.”

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THE HASH: Three Arrows Creditors Get Emergency Hearing and GameStop's NFT Marketplace Goes Live Jul 12, 2022

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The most valuable crypto stories for Tuesday, July 12, 2022.

"The Hash" team discusses the latest court order regarding Three Arrows Capital, GameStop's NFT marketplace and more.

This episode was edited by Michele Musso and our executive producer is Jared Schwartz. Our theme song is “Neon Beach.”

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BREAKDOWN: The Battle Around Three Arrows Capital Jul 12, 2022

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Three Arrows Capital’s appointed liquidators were in bankruptcy court in New York today.

This episode is sponsored by Nexo.io, Chainalysis, FTX US and Ava Labs.

On today’s episode of “The Breakdown,” NLW looks at the latest in the battle involving toppled former crypto giant hedge fund Three Arrows Capital, including accusations from liquidators the fund’s founders were unresponsive, and accusations from Three Arrows that liquidators were causing harm to the fund by not exercising StarkWare warrants. NLW also gives the latest on Celsius, including why it’s covering its DeFi loans first.

“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. The music you heard today behind our sponsors is “The Now” by Aaron Sprinkle. Image credit: Michal Grosicki/EyeEm/Getty Images, modified by CoinDesk. Join the discussion at discord.gg/VrKRrfKCz8.

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BREAKDOWN: Elon Pulls Out of Twitter Acquisition Jul 11, 2022

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Twitter’s board threatens a lawsuit after Musk withdraws from the purchase agreement.

This episode is sponsored by Nexo.io, Chainalysis, FTX US and Ava Labs.

After months of dithering, Elon Musk announced last Friday he would officially be pulling out of his deal to acquire Twitter for $44 billion. He cited as his reason a lack of transparency or clarity around the true number of bot accounts. In this episode, NLW describes what different commentators think is really going on. He also vibe-checks both crypto and TradFi as we head into what will likely be a big week in markets.

“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. The music you heard today behind our sponsors is “The Now” by Aaron Sprinkle. Image credit: Dimitrios Kambouris/Getty Images for The Met Museum/Vogue, modified by CoinDesk. Join the discussion at discord.gg/VrKRrfKCz8.

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