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THE HASH: Ukraine Launches Website for NFT Donations and More Apr 29, 2022

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The most valuable crypto stories for Friday, April 29, 2022.

"The Hash" hosts discuss the Ukrainian government's newest initiative to use non-fungible token (NFT) donations in the war against Russia. Also, Panama's new crypto law and private equity investment firm Apollo's new hire for its digital asset division.

Consensus 2022, the industry’s most influential event, is happening June 9-12 in Austin, Texas. If you’re looking to immerse yourself in the fast-moving world of crypto, Web 3 and NFTs, this is the festival experience for you. Visit coindesk.com/consensus2022 to get your pass today.

This episode has been edited by Michele Musso. Our Executive Producer is Jared Schwartz with additional production support from Eleanor Pahl. Our theme song is “Neon Beach.“

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THE HASH: The US Economy Shrinks For the 1st Time Since Early Pandemic, Over 100 Crypto Assets Created in Past Week Apr 28, 2022

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The most valuable crypto stories for Thursday, April 28, 2022.

"The Hash" team discusses the impact of a shrinking economy in the United States to the booming DeFi space with reports stating that there were over 100 crypto assets created in the past week.

This episode has been edited by Michele Musso. Our Executive Producer is Jared Schwartz with additional production support from Eleanor Pahl. Our theme song is “Neon Beach.“

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BREAKDOWN: Bitcoin Is Coming to Your 401(k) Apr 28, 2022

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The latest in institutional investor sentiment and action in crypto.

This episode is sponsored by Nexo.io, Arculus and FTX US.

Today on “The Breakdown,” NLW looks at the institutional side of the crypto industry, focusing on:

A fascinating new sentiment survey from Bitstamp
Fidelity’s plans to add bitcoin to 401(k) plans
Goldman Sachs exploring financial asset tokens
Dragonfly raises $650 million with concentration of endowments

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Consensus 2022, the industry’s most influential event, is happening June 9–12 in Austin, Texas. If you’re looking to immerse yourself in the fast-moving world of crypto, Web 3 and NFTs, this is the festival experience for you. Use code BREAKDOWN to get 15% off your pass at www.coindesk.com/consensus2022.

“The Breakdown” is written, produced by and features Nathaniel Whittemore aka NLW, with editing by Rob Mitchell, research by Scott Hill and additional production support by Eleanor Pahl. Jared Schwartz is our executive producer and our theme music is “Countdown” by Neon Beach. The music you heard today behind our sponsor is “I Don't Know How To Explain It” by Aaron Sprinkle. Image credit: AlexSava/Getty Images, modified by CoinDesk. Join the discussion at discord.gg/VrKRrfKCz8.

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THE HASH: Central African Republic Adopts Bitcoin as Legal Tender, Ethereum Foundation’s Non-Crypto Investments and More Apr 27, 2022

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"The Hash" team discusses the official recognition of bitcoin as legal currency in the Central African Republic, bitcoin adoption in El Salvador and the Ethereum Foundation's non-crypto investments.

This episode has been edited by Michele Musso. Our Executive Producer is Jared Schwartz with additional production support from Eleanor Pahl. Our theme song is “Neon Beach.“

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BREAKDOWN: It’s Official – A Second Country Has Made Bitcoin Legal Tender Apr 27, 2022

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Plus a look at news from Brazil, Buenos Aires, Fort Worth and New York.

This episode is sponsored by Nexo.io, Arculus and FTX US.

It’s another global crypto adoption and regulation roundup, led by confirmation that the Central African Republic is moving to make bitcoin legal tender, alongside the CFA franc. NLW looks at why this is significant in a historical, postcolonial context. The show also covers legislation moving ahead in Brazil, a Buenos Aires initiative that will allow residents to pay taxes in crypto, Fort Worth, Texas, becoming the first U.S. city to mine bitcoin and the N.Y. State Assembly passing a two-year new fossil fuel-based mining moratorium.

“The Breakdown” is written, produced by and features Nathaniel Whittemore aka NLW, with editing by Rob Mitchell, research by Scott Hill and additional production support by Eleanor Pahl. Jared Schwartz is our executive producer and our theme music is “Countdown” by Neon Beach. The music you heard today behind our sponsor is “I Don't Know How To Explain It” by Aaron Sprinkle. Image credit: Andriy Onufriyenko/Getty Images, modified by CoinDesk. Join the discussion at discord.gg/VrKRrfKCz8.

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THE HASH: What’s Behind Twitter’s Decision to Accept Musk’s Buyout Offer? Next Moves for Moonbirds NFTs After Exec’s Departure Apr 26, 2022

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The most valuable crypto stories for Tuesday, April 26, 2022.

"The Hash" team discusses today's top stories including Twitter's 180 degree turnaround to accept Elon Musk's takeover offer and the fate of Moonbirds NFTs after the company’s chief operating officer announced he's leaving to join a new fund.

This episode has been edited by Michele Musso. Our Executive Producer is Jared Schwartz with additional production support from Eleanor Pahl. Our theme song is “Neon Beach.“

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BREAKDOWN: The World's Biggest ‘Free Speech’ Experiment Has Begun Apr 26, 2022

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Can Elon Musk fix Twitter’s original sin?

This episode is sponsored by Nexo.io, Arculus and FTX US.

Elon Musk is officially buying Twitter. In today’s show, NLW argues that the debate and discussion around the move is largely focused on content moderation policies, when the more fundamental issue is the relationship of the advertising business model to what the algorithm prioritizes. Does Musk have the long-term view and the willingness to endure financial challenges to actually go after the root causes of Twitter’s problems?

“The Breakdown” is written, produced by and features Nathaniel Whittemore aka NLW, with editing by Rob Mitchell, research by Scott Hill and additional production support by Eleanor Pahl. Jared Schwartz is our executive producer and our theme music is “Countdown” by Neon Beach. The music you heard today behind our sponsor is “I Don't Know How To Explain It” by Aaron Sprinkle. Image credit: Andrew Harrer/Bloomberg via Getty Images, modified by CoinDesk. Join the discussion at discord.gg/VrKRrfKCz8.

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SOB: When the Referees Play Favorites (Part 1) Apr 26, 2022

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Fast times at the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission.

This episode is sponsored by Nexo.io.

Join "Speaking of Bitcoin" hosts Adam B. Levine, Andreas M. Antonopoulos and Stephanie Murphy for a look at a recent move by the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to "clarify" the responsibilities of publicly traded crypto companies.

This episode tackles the new custody rules that aim to solve market volatility. The hosts share their thoughts on how superficial and abetting conversation of custody rules can be used to mask adverse decisions and therefore create conditions for enhanced market volatility. They state their concerns that the hypocritical nature of embellished rules may be bypassed without an explanation if regulators do not favor the results.

This episode featured Stephanie Murphy, Andreas M. Antonopoulos and Adam B. Levine. It featured music by Jared Rubens and Gurty Beats, with editing by Jonas. Art for this episode was provided by Helen Cramer/Unsplash and was modified by Speaking of Bitcoin.

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BREAKDOWN: Did a Second Nation Actually Just Make Bitcoin Legal Tender? Apr 25, 2022

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Rumors were flying around Bitcoin Twitter this weekend, but how much truth do they have?

This episode is sponsored by Nexo.io, Arculus and FTX US.

On today’s episode, NLW digs into rumors that the Central African Republic has adopted bitcoin as legal tender. He also looks at Panama’s crypto legislation, which has moved forward out of committee. Overall, he explores the state of the nation-state adoption narrative of bitcoin and crypto.

“The Breakdown” is written, produced by and features Nathaniel Whittemore aka NLW, with editing by Rob Mitchell, research by Scott Hill and additional production support by Eleanor Pahl. Jared Schwartz is our executive producer and our theme music is “Countdown” by Neon Beach. The music you heard today behind our sponsor is “I Don't Know How To Explain It” by Aaron Sprinkle. Image credit: Adrienne Surprenant/Bloomberg via Getty Images, modified by CoinDesk. Join the discussion at discord.gg/VrKRrfKCz8.

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THE HASH: Dogecoin Surging as Elon Musk and Twitter Nearing Deal; Binance Denies Allegation Over Russian Data Apr 25, 2022

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"The Hash" hosts discuss Twitter reportedly nearing a decision on Elon Musk's takeover bid, Binance's Russia controversy and the $13 million NFT heist.

This episode has been edited by Michele Musso. Our Executive Producer is Jared Schwartz with additional production support from Eleanor Pahl. Our theme song is “Neon Beach.“

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