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BREAKDOWN: Why KPMG's Bitcoin Buy May Be a Bigger Deal Long Term Than Tesla's Feb 08, 2022

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The tax and accounting giant’s Canada division adds bitcoin and ETH to its balance sheet.

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

KPMG Canada announced Monday it added BTC and ETH to its balance sheet, as well as buying carbon credits to offset its new environmental impact. On today’s episode, NLW explores how the market and crypto community are reacting to the news, and why it may actually be more significant in the long term than Tesla’s buy from a similar time last year.

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“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. Adam B. Levine is our executive producer and our theme music is “Countdown” by Neon Beach. The music you heard today behind our sponsor is “Vision” by OBOY. Image credit: Miguel Pereira/Getty Images News, modified by CoinDesk. Join the discussion at discord.gg/VrKRrfKCz8.

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BREAKDOWN: Is the Bull Market Back? Feb 07, 2022

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Bitcoin back over $40,000. ETH above $3,000. Will it last?

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

At the end of last week, bitcoin reversed a couple months of downward momentum and reclaimed $40,000. Now, as momentum builds, the community is wondering whether this is a temporary reprieve or a fundamental turn back to the bullish. NLW shares a variety of opinions from across the crypto world.

“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. Adam B. Levine is our executive producer and our theme music is “Countdown” by Neon Beach. The music you heard today behind our sponsor is “Vision” by OBOY. Image credit: strelss/iStock/Getty Images Plus, modified by CoinDesk. Join the discussion at discord.gg/VrKRrfKCz8.

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BREAKDOWN: Why Web 3 and Digital Money Should Be Private by Default Feb 06, 2022

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A reading of two privacy-themed opinion articles.

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

On this week’s “Long Reads Sunday,” NLW reads:

Bitcoin Protects Privacy and Fights Oppression – Murtaza Hussain

Don’t Let Web 3 Repeat Web 2’s Mistakes – Tor Bair

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“The Breakdown” is written, produced by and features Nathaniel Whittemore aka NLW, with today’s editing by Michele Musso, research by Scott Hill and additional production support by Eleanor Pahl. Adam B. Levine is our executive producer and our theme music is “Countdown” by Neon Beach. The music you heard today behind our sponsor is “Vision” by OBOY. Image credit: Sean Gladwell/Getty Images, modified by CoinDesk. Join the discussion at discord.gg/VrKRrfKCz8.

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BREAKDOWN: Meta Loses a Quarter-Trillion Dollars in Market Cap, Dragging Crypto Metaverse Tokens With It Feb 05, 2022

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A wild week in markets suggests more volatility ahead.

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

On this edition of the “Weekly Recap,” NLW looks at Meta’s big flop in the equities markets and how it's spilling over into crypto metaverse tokens. He also looks at the Boston Fed’s CBDC research and recaps the Wormhole exploit.

“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. Adam B. Levine is our executive producer and our theme music is “Countdown” by Neon Beach. The music you heard today behind our sponsor is “Vision” by OBOY. Image credit: Michael Nagle/Bloomberg/Getty Images, modified by CoinDesk. Join the discussion at discord.gg/VrKRrfKCz8.

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BREAKDOWN: Crypto and the Global Competition for Talent, With CityCoins Contributor Patrick Stanley Feb 04, 2022

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A discussion ranging from CityCoin news to next-decade trends.

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

Patrick Stanley is the former Head of Growth at Stacks, the founder at Freehold and a contributor at CityCoins. In this conversation, he and NLW discuss one of the biggest trends for the coming decade – the geopolitical competition for talent and resources and how crypto is shaping that battle.

Find our guest on Twitter @PatrickWStanley

“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. Adam B. Levine is our executive producer and our theme music is “Countdown” by Neon Beach. The music you heard today behind our sponsor is “Vision” by OBOY. Image credit: Danny Lehman/The Image Bank/Getty Images, modified by CoinDesk. Join the discussion at discord.gg/VrKRrfKCz8.

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BREAKDOWN: The Battle to Change How the IRS Taxes Mining and Staking Feb 03, 2022

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A lawsuit and a new bill could change the system.

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

Two Tezos stakers sued the IRS to get back taxes paid on property they say they created through staking. The IRS offered to pay them back but didn’t commit to clear policy guidance. The stakers will now continue the suit, and they’re being backed by the Proof of Stake Alliance. NLW also examines a new bill that would eliminate taxes on bitcoin transactions with capital gains under $200.

“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. Adam B. Levine is our executive producer and our theme music is “Countdown” by Neon Beach. The music you heard today behind our sponsor is “Vision” by OBOY. Image credit: Constantine Johnny/Moment/Getty Images, modified by CoinDesk. Join the discussion at discord.gg/VrKRrfKCz8.

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BREAKDOWN: India Heading Toward Crypto Legalization? Feb 02, 2022

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The annual budget presentation to Parliament discussed a 30% tax on crypto profits.

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

One of the key themes for 2022 is the relationship between governments and the crypto industry. On today’s show, NLW looks at the latest from India, one of the countries with the highest degree of speculation on whether banning or regulation is the path forward. The regulatory and legalization path got a big boost earlier this week during the finance minister’s annual presentation of the budget to Parliament. NLW also covers Russia’s seeming path to regulatory integration of crypto, as well.

“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. Adam B. Levine is our executive producer and our theme music is “Countdown” by Neon Beach. The music you heard today behind our sponsor is “Vision” by OBOY. Image credit: btgbtg/iStock/Getty Images Plus, modified by CoinDesk. Join the discussion at discord.gg/VrKRrfKCz8.

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NEW MONEY: Navigating Platforms – Searching for the Best Audience, Brand Builds and Payouts for Creators Feb 02, 2022

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Twitter, Instagram, YouTube, TikTok: Which to Choose? With so many popular social media platforms today, content creators may feel lost in the sea of apps.

Chaz Smith, Eric Struk and Chozus join “New Money” hosts Spencer Dinwiddie and Solo Ceesay to weigh in on the benefits and challenges of the many social media platforms. These influencers take a methodical approach to their content, homing in on their audience, branding and “it” factors. Each creator’s unique talents are represented better by one platform or another, and identifying that selection is a key step towards success.

Outside of gathering audiences on these platforms, Chaz, Eric and Chozus have identified a difference in the brand treatment received across platforms. There’s a legacy respect embedded in YouTube that often results in higher payouts for creators.

Listen to learn more about which platforms are best for creators at every stage of success.

Watch the full episode here.

“New Money With Spencer and Solo” is produced by CoinDesk. Our theme music is “Street Knowledge” by KC Carter. Art design is by Calaxy/Coindesk.

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NFT ALL-STARS: The Future of Entertainment With Pete Holmes Feb 02, 2022

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This episode is sponsored by TurboTax Live and Metapurse.fund.

NFTs have exploded in popularity in the past year. But what are they, really?

“NFT All-Stars,” CoinDesk’s new animated series, brings together a star-studded panel of investors, curators and innovators to debate, explain and laugh about all things NFTs. The hosts are the true OGs of NFTs: Blockade Games CEO Marguerite deCourcelle, EDM innovator, DJ, and NFT artisan BT, ClubNFT CEO Artnome, and Highstreet co-founder Jenny Guo.

Joining this episode is Pete Holmes, stand up comedian well known for "The Pete Holmes Show" and "Crashing.” Holmes and the hosts imagine the possibilities for NFTs in the entertainment industry. Last year, Homes embarked on a NFT-comedy fusion exploration with "Non-Fungible Jokin'," the world's first live NFT comedy special.

NFTs were all the rage in 2021, with digital collectibles like Bored Apes and CryptoPunks rapidly becoming status symbols for the new rich. Then, the digital and traditional art worlds collided head-on when a Beeple collection sold for millions at Christie's.

NFT visionaries have since pushed the boundaries of what is possible with the new technology, creating NFTs for almost every creative project imaginable. What’s next?

Watch the full episode here.

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BREAKDOWN: Bullish or Bearish? 2022 Markets Started Rough, but It Wasn't Just Crypto Feb 01, 2022

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Markets were down, fundraising was up and regulatory intrigue was everywhere.

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

Today on “The Breakdown,” NLW looks at what the first month of the year taught us about what to expect in 2022. Overall, he argues that the most important megatrend was the shift from risk-off to risk-on as the U.S. Federal Reserve looks towards quantitative tightening later in the year. He looks at:

Crypto markets down
Stock market down
Venture investment into crypto hit $4.4 billion for the month
Regulatory happenings and why the crypto lobby is more prepared than ever

“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. Adam B. Levine is our executive producer and our theme music is “Countdown” by Neon Beach. The music you heard today behind our sponsor is “Vision” by OBOY. Image credit: Jackie Niam/iStock/Getty Images Plus, modified by CoinDesk. Join the discussion at discord.gg/VrKRrfKCz8.

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