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Ode to Satoshi Jan 01, 2021

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On today's holiday episode of Markets Daily, we celebrate the new year with a classic song from the early days of bitcoin, written and performed by John Barrett.

What is a Satoshi? Dec 31, 2020

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On today's holiday episode of Markets Daily, we take a look at the term "Satoshi", it's origin, what it means and why it matters.

LISTEN: Linda Lacewell - A Friendlier Regulator - Most Influential 2020 Dec 30, 2020

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In this special episode of Markets Daily, CoinDesk's Lyllah Ledesma reads Nikhilesh De's profile of Linda Lacewell, one of CoinDesk's Most Influential People in 2020.

This episode is sponsored by Crypto.com, Nexo.io.

LISTEN: Jesse Powell - Bitcoin Banker - Most Influential 2020 Dec 29, 2020

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In this special episode of Markets Daily, CoinDesk Podcasts editor Adam B. Levine reads Nathan DiCamillo's profile of Jesse Powell, one of CoinDesk's Most Influential People in 2020.

This episode is sponsored by Crypto.com, Nexo.io.

LISTEN: Charles Cascarilla - PayPal Whisperer - Most Influential 2020 Dec 28, 2020

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In this special episode of Markets Daily, CoinDesk Podcasts editor Adam B. Levine reads Zack Seward's profile of Charles Cascarilla, one of CoinDesk's Most Influential People in 2020.

This episode is sponsored by Crypto.com, Nexo.io.

Get Yourself a Little Bit of Bitcoin | 2020 Holiday Episode Dec 25, 2020

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On today's holiday episode of Markets Daily, we're joined by John Barrett for a holiday classic.

Lyrics by John Barrett

[To the tune of Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas]

Get Yourself a Little Bit of Bitcoin

Let your heart be light

And in time the value will be out of sight

Get Yourself a Little Bit of Bitcoin

Make your Yuletide cool

Those who hesitate will be the only fools

Here we are with the markets down

Don’t you wear a frown my friend

For in time yes it’s coming soon

We’ll go to the Moon again

Through the years we’ve hodled and we’ve traded

Kept our dream somehow

Here’s to all developers you should be proud

So Get Yourself a Little Bit of Bitcoin now.

It’s Beginning To Look a Lot Like Bitcoin | 2020 Holiday Episode Dec 24, 2020

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On today's holiday episode of Markets Daily, we're joined by Santa Clause for a bitcoin holiday classic.

Performed by John Barrett

Bitcoin News Roundup for Dec. 23, 2020 Dec 23, 2020

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With BTC struggling to break past $24K and the SEC suing Ripple, CoinDesk’s Market’s Daily is back with the latest crypto news roundup.

This episode is sponsored by Crypto.com and Nexo.io.

Today's stories:

SEC Sues Ripple Over 7-Year, $1.3B 'Ongoing' XRP Sale

As expected, the SEC has filed suit against Ripple, saying it violated federal securities laws in selling $1.3 billion in XRP over the past seven years.

MoneyGram Takes Wait-and-See Approach as SEC Sues Partner Ripple

"MoneyGram will continue to monitor the situation" following an SEC lawsuit against its part-owner, Ripple, a spokesperson told CoinDesk.

Ethereum Dev Virgil Griffith Likely to Face Trial Next Fall

Ethereum developer Virgil Griffith is likely headed to trial on charges of violating international sanctions, after a Tuesday hearing which saw a federal judge clarify what's being argued.

Bitcoin News Roundup for Dec. 22, 2020 Dec 22, 2020

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With bitcoin higher after falling for two days and XRP falling amid warnings the SEC may sue Ripple, CoinDesk’s Market’s Daily is back with another crypto news roundup.

This episode is sponsored by Crypto.com and Nexo.io.

Today's stories:

Ripple CEO Warns SEC May Sue Company Over XRP Sales

"It’s an attack on the entire crypto industry and American innovation," Brad Garlinghouse said in a statement.

Huobi Crypto Exchange Returning to US After Winning Nevada Trust License

After an abrupt departure over a year ago, Huobi has now secured a state trust license for its return to the U.S. market.

Uniswap Is the Number One Gas Guzzler on Ethereum

Decentralized exchange Uniswap burns through more gas than any other application on Ethereum.

Bitcoin News Roundup for Dec. 21, 2020 Dec 21, 2020

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With BTC retreating from its eight-day streak of gains and MicroStrategy's most recent bitcoin splurge, CoinDesk’s Market’s Daily is back with another crypto news roundup.

This episode is sponsored by Crypto.com and Nexo.io.

Today's stories:

MicroStrategy Splurges Another $650M in Latest Bitcoin Investment

MicroStrategy is transforming itself into corporate America's boldest bitcoin bull, now owning bitcoin worth over $1.596 billion.

Bitcoin Is a Hedge Against Inflation, but It's Also a Hedge Against 'Crazy'

For many, bitcoin is hedge against inflation. But it's also a safety play for a world where old ideas about economics are up in the air.

A Slowing of Grayscale Bitcoin Fund Inflows Could Prompt Price Correction: JPMorgan

Digital asset investment firm Grayscale is sucking up so much bitcoin it could sway prices.