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Crypto Update | Crypto Trading Volume Hits 4-Year Low and New Host Announcement Sep 07, 2023

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Noelle Acheson, author of the Crypto is Macro Now newsletter and former head of research at CoinDesk, will start next week as the new host of "Markets Daily."

Plus, a new advocacy group for tokenization including founding members such as Coinbase, Circle and Aave Companies aims to foster the use of blockchain technology for traditional assets.

Today's episode is sponsored by Kraken Pro.

Today’s Stories:

First Mover Americas: Crypto Trading Volume Hits 4-Year Low

Crypto Spot Market August Trading Volume Hits 4.5-Year Low as Volatility Fails to Spur Activity

Depressed Crypto Markets, Regulatory Risks Fail to Dissuade Asset Managers From Investing

Tokenization Advocacy Group Wants to Bring the 'Next Trillion' of Assets to Blockchain

Blanket Crypto Bans Won’t Work, Joint IMF, FSB Paper Warns

Blockchain, AI Set to Transform Financial Markets: Moody's

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Not investment advice. Some crypto products and markets are unregulated. The unpredictable nature of the cryptoasset markets can lead to loss of funds and profits may be subject to capital gains tax.

This episode was hosted by Michele Musso. “Markets Daily” is executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced and edited by Eleanor Pahl. All original music by Doc Blust and Colin Mealey.

Crypto Update | Bitcoin Still Stuck in Limbo Sep 06, 2023

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Bitcoin has remained almost entirely locked below the $26,000 mark since the start of September.

Today's episode is sponsored by Kraken Pro.

Today’s Stories:

First Mover Americas: Bitcoin Still Stuck in Limbo

Bitcoin Set to Form Death Cross as Dollar Index Teases Golden Crossover

Sam Bankman-Fried's Laptop Has a New Battery Now, DOJ Says

Russian Lawmaker Predicts That Digital Ruble Will Displace Banks

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This episode was hosted by Michele Musso. “Markets Daily” is executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced and edited by Eleanor Pahl. All original music by Doc Blust and Colin Mealey.

Crypto Update | Bitcoin Remains Subdued Below $26K Sep 05, 2023

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At the end of August, bitcoin confirmed an overbought downturn in its monthly stochastic, a signal that has previously marked market peaks.

Today's episode is sponsored by Kraken Pro.

Today’s Stories:

First Mover Americas: Bitcoin Treads Water Below $26K

Bitcoin Bulls Face Setback as Monthly Stochastic Indicator Turns Lower: Analyst

Bitcoin's Use as Margin Collateral in Crypto Futures Trading Is Growing

Traditional Finance Exchanges Divided on Crypto Services: Survey

Global Standard Setters to Deliver Global Crypto Policy Roadmap

Australia Senate Committee Rejects Crypto Bill From Opposition Senator Andrew Bragg

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This episode was hosted by Michele Musso. “Markets Daily” is executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced and edited by Eleanor Pahl. All original music by Doc Blust and Colin Mealey.

Featured Story | The Real Reasons the Grayscale Bitcoin ETF Decision Matters Sep 03, 2023

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The U.S. Court of Appeals, in rebuking the securities watchdog, shows that Securities and Exchange Commission Chair Gary Gensler won’t get the last word on crypto.

Today's episode is sponsored by Kraken Pro and Simpluris.

Today’s featured story is an opinion piece from CoinDesk’s Daniel Kuhn, titled: “The Real Reasons the Grayscale Bitcoin ETF Decision Matters.”

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Simpluris: If you purchased FEI or TRIBE tokens in the Genesis Event between March 31st and April 3, 2021, a class action settlement may affect your rights.

You can learn more about the settlement and file a claim here.

This episode was hosted by Michele Musso. “Markets Daily” is executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced and edited by Eleanor Pahl. All original music by Doc Blust and Colin Mealey.

CoinDesk Market Index Week in Review Sep 02, 2023

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CoinDesk Indices presents six notable market movement highlights from last week.

Today's episode is sponsored by Kraken Pro and Simpluris.

The CoinDesk Market Index (CMI) functions as a benchmark for the performance of the digital asset market, delivering institutional quality information to digital asset investors. For more on the CMI you can visit: http://coindeskmarkets.com/

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Simpluris: If you purchased FEI or TRIBE tokens in the Genesis Event between March 31st and April 3, 2021, a class action settlement may affect your rights.

You can learn more about the settlement and file a claim here.

This episode was hosted by Michele Musso. “Markets Daily” is executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced and edited by Eleanor Pahl. All original music by Doc Blust and Colin Mealey. This episode used Wondercraft Voice AI.

Crypto Update | SEC Delays Spot Bitcoin ETF Decision for All Applicants Sep 01, 2023

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The regulator has now announced delays for all six of the new ETF applications.

Today's episode is sponsored by Kraken Pro and Simpluris.

Today's Stories:

First Mover Americas: SEC Delays Spot Bitcoin ETF Decision for All Applicants

U.S. August Job Adds of 187K Vs Estimates for 170K; Unemployment Rate Rises to 3.8%

Lira-Backed TRYB Token Becomes World's Second-Largest Non-Dollar-Pegged Stablecoin

SEC Delays Spot Bitcoin ETF Decision for All Applicants Including BlackRock, Fidelity

U.S. Court Calls ETH a Commodity While Tossing Investor Suit Against Uniswap

Creditors Accuse Genesis of Ballot-Stuffing Over $175M FTX Deal

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Simpluris: If you purchased FEI or TRIBE tokens in the Genesis Event between March 31st and April 3, 2021, a class action settlement may affect your rights.

You can learn more about the settlement and file a claim here.

This episode was hosted by Michele Musso. “Markets Daily” is executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced and edited by Eleanor Pahl. All original music by Doc Blust and Colin Mealey.

Crypto Update | Musk's X Obtains Payment Licenses in Several U.S. States Aug 31, 2023

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Musk's social media platform, X, formerly Twitter, has obtained money or currency transmitter licenses in seven U.S. states including Maryland, New Hampshire and Rhode Island.

Today's episode is sponsored by Kraken Pro and Simpluris.

Today's Stories:

First Mover Americas: Musk's X Obtains Payment Licenses in Several U.S. States

Bitcoin Starts to Retrace Grayscale-Fueled Gain; SOL, XRP, DOT Lead Majors Slide

Bitcoin Average Trade Size Jumps to Highest Level Since June After Grayscale Ruling

Bitcoin Holdings on Crypto Exchanges Dwindle to 2M, Fewest Since January 2018

Ether Heads for 'Death Cross'

Elon Musk's X Has Licenses in Multiple U.S. States to Process Payments, Including Crypto

Scores of Friend.tech Users Remain Active Even as Trading Volumes Drop 95%

Binance to 'Gradually' End Support for BUSD Products

From our sponsors:

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It’s Kraken's most powerful trading platform ever - packed with trading features like advanced order management and analytics tools — all in a redesigned, modular trading interface.

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Simpluris: If you purchased FEI or TRIBE tokens in the Genesis Event between March 31st and April 3, 2021, a class action settlement may affect your rights.

You can learn more about the settlement and file a claim here.

This episode was hosted by Michele Musso. “Markets Daily” is executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced and edited by Eleanor Pahl. All original music by Doc Blust and Colin Mealey.

Crypto Update | Bitcoin Rallies on Grayscale Court Win Over SEC Aug 30, 2023

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The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission must review its rejection to convert the Grayscale Bitcoin Trust into an exchange-traded fund, the appeals court ruled Tuesday.

Today's episode is sponsored by Kraken Pro and Simpluris.

Today's Stories:

First Mover Americas: Bitcoin Rallies on Grayscale Court Win Over SEC

Grayscale’s Victory Ignites a GBTC Trading Frenzy as Investors Bet on Narrowing Discount to Bitcoin Price

It's a Bullish Double Whammy for Bitcoin, but Caution Still Warranted

Grayscale Ruling Does Not Guarantee Bitcoin Spot ETF Approval, Traders Say

SEC’s Grayscale Court Rout Puts Agency in Will-They, Won’t-They Role Starring Gensler

From our sponsors:

Meet the all-new Kraken Pro. The powerful, customizable, beautiful way to trade crypto.

It’s Kraken's most powerful trading platform ever - packed with trading features like advanced order management and analytics tools — all in a redesigned, modular trading interface.

Head to pro.kraken.com and trade like a pro.

Simpluris: If you purchased FEI or TRIBE tokens in the Genesis Event between March 31st and April 3, 2021, a class action settlement may affect your rights.

You can learn more about the settlement and file a claim here.

This episode was hosted by Michele Musso. “Markets Daily” is executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced and edited by Eleanor Pahl. All original music by Doc Blust and Colin Mealey.

Crypto Update | Is Bitcoin Close to Breaking Out of Its Current Range? Aug 29, 2023

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The latest price moves in crypto markets in context for August 29, 2023.

Today's episode is sponsored by Kraken Pro and Simpluris.

Today's Stories:

First Mover Americas: Is Bitcoin Close to Breaking Out of Its Current Range?

Bitcoin's Most Loyal Holders Continue Accumulation Despite Price Lull

Tokenized U.S. Treasuries Arrive to XDC Network as Digital Bond Market Grows

DCG Reaches Crucial In-Principle Deal With Genesis Creditors, Recoveries Could Be Up to 90%

FTX Customers Hit by 'Withdrawal' Phishing Mails After SIM Swap Attack

From our sponsors:

Meet the all-new Kraken Pro. The powerful, customizable, beautiful way to trade crypto.

It’s Kraken's most powerful trading platform ever - packed with trading features like advanced order management and analytics tools — all in a redesigned, modular trading interface.

Head to pro.kraken.com and trade like a pro.

Simpluris: If you purchased FEI or TRIBE tokens in the Genesis Event between March 31st and April 3, 2021, a class action settlement may affect your rights.

You can learn more about the settlement and file a claim here.

This episode was hosted by Michele Musso. “Markets Daily” is executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced and edited by Eleanor Pahl. All original music by Doc Blust and Colin Mealey.

Crypto Update | Bitcoin Slumps Under $26K as Bearish Outlook Engulfs Crypto Market Aug 28, 2023

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Plus, Robinhood with $3B in BTC, a ‘Clockwork’ shutdown and more from Sam Bankman-Fried.

Today's episode is sponsored by Kraken Pro and Simpluris

Today's Stories:

Bitcoin Slumps Under $26K as Bearish Outlook Engulfs Crypto Market

Ethereum's Daily Transaction Fees Hits 8-Month Low of $2.8M

Robinhood Revealed to be Third-Largest Bitcoin Holder With $3B in BTC

Solana-Based Automation Startup Clockwork to Shut Down

Sam Bankman-Fried's Defense Renews Push for 'Temporary Release' Ahead of October Trial

From our sponsors:

Meet the all-new Kraken Pro. The powerful, customizable, beautiful way to trade crypto.

It’s Kraken's most powerful trading platform ever - packed with trading features like advanced order management and analytics tools — all in a redesigned, modular trading interface.

Head to pro.kraken.com and trade like a pro.

Simpluris: If you purchased FEI or TRIBE tokens in the Genesis Event between March 31st and April 3, 2021, a class action settlement may affect your rights.

You can learn more about the settlement and file a claim here.

This episode was hosted by Michele Musso. “Markets Daily” is executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced and edited by Eleanor Pahl. All original music by Doc Blust and Colin Mealey.

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