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A Consensus 2023 panel with Edward Snowden and Ben Goertzel.A former U.S. defense contractor, whistleblower and activist weighs in on the surveillance implications of recent advancements in artificial intelligence in conversation with a cognitive scientist working to democratize AI development.David Z. Morris, chief insights columnist of CoinDesk, moderates alongside panelists:Ben Goertzel, CEO of SingularityNETEdward Snowden, president of Freedom of the Press FoundationThis episode is executive produced by Jared Schwartz and edited by Ryan Huntington, with additional production assistance from Eleanor Pahl. Cover image by Kevin Ross and the theme song is "Get Down" by Elision.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

A Consensus 2023 panel with Brett Harrison and Anthony Scaramucci.The fast and hard fall of Sam Bankman-Fried's empire sent shockwaves through the global crypto markets and raised troubling questions about industry governance practices. A hedge fund manager whose firm invested in SBF's exchange (and vice versa) and the former president of FTX's U.S. arm candidly reflect on how it all went wrong, what they'd do differently, and how they are reengaging and working to build a better industry.Tracy Wang, deputy managing editor of CoinDesk, moderates alongside panelists:Brett Harrison, founder and CEO of ArchitectAnthony Scaramucci, founder and managing partner of SkyBridge CapitalThis episode is executive produced by Jared Schwartz and edited by Ryan Huntington, with additional production assistance from Eleanor Pahl. Cover image by Kevin Ross and the theme song is "Get Down" by Elision.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

A Consensus 2023 panel with Paul Grewal.U.S. regulators, not least of all the Securities and Exchange Commission, have taken an aggressive tack lately with the crypto industry. A top executive at the country's largest and best-known exchange shares what it's been like working with the regulator to resolve the issues, and the broader implications for the industry.Nikhilesh De, managing editor of Global Policy and Regulation at CoinDesk moderates the panel featuring Paul Grewal, chief legal officer of Coinbase.This episode is executive produced by Jared Schwartz and edited by Ryan Huntington, with additional production assistance from Eleanor Pahl. Cover image by Kevin Ross and the theme song is "Get Down" by Elision.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

A Consensus 2023 panel with Sen. Cynthia Lummis and Rep. Patrick McHenry.Amid a broad regulatory crackdown, influential members of the U.S. Senate and House share the latest on the process of writing crypto legislation and the plausible outcomes for 2023 and beyond.Nikhilesh De, managing editor of Global Policy and Regulation at CoinDesk moderates alongside panelists:U.S. Sen. Cynthia Lummis (R-Wyo.)U.S. Rep. Patrick McHenry (R-N.C.)This episode is executive produced by Jared Schwartz and edited by Ryan Huntington, with additional production assistance from Eleanor Pahl. Cover image by Kevin Ross and the theme song is "Get Down" by Elision.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

A Consensus 2023 panel with Laura Shin and Michael Sonnenshein.Grayscale's now-publicly traded bitcoin trust was the original way for U.S. investors to gain exposure to the asset without the headache of setting up a wallet. For a time, it was the only game in town, and handsomely profitable for investors who tolerated the initial 12-month lockup period. The CEO of the world's largest digital asset manager candidly discusses GBTC's evolution and his perspective on the challenges of the last two years, including the collapse of the trust shares' premium to net asset value, evolving investor demands and new competition, and broader regulatory hurdles and the subsequent legal battle to convert the product into a more investor-friendly structure: an ETF.Laura Shin, author and podcast host of “Unchained,” moderates the panel featuring Michael Sonnenshein, CEO of Grayscale Investments.This episode is executive produced by Jared Schwartz and edited by Ryan Huntington, with additional production assistance from Eleanor Pahl. Cover image by Kevin Ross and the theme song is "Get Down" by Elision.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

A Consensus 2023 panel with William Shatner and Dave Broome.At age 92, William Shatner is still seeking out innovative ways of engaging with fans. The legendary actor, along with Orange Comet CEO Dave Broome, discusses his longtime interest in crypto and how Web3 is shifting the entertainment landscape as it redefines the fan experience. Shatner also reveals his new NFT collection, Infinite Connections. Featuring an extremely detailed digital Shatner 3D avatar, the collection visually explores scientific phenomena—such as quantum physics, magnetic frequencies, and mathematical theories—along with various earthly elements, from sonic vibrations to volcanic eruptions, to the 'quiet language' of trees.Zack Seward, contributing editor-at-large at CoinDesk, moderates alongside panelists:William Shatner, actorDave Broome, CEO of Orange CometThis episode is executive produced by Jared Schwartz and edited by Ryan Huntington, with additional production assistance from Eleanor Pahl. Cover image by Kevin Ross and the theme song is "Get Down" by Elision.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

A Consensus 2023 panel with Caitlin Long, Richard Booth and Oliver von Landsberg-Sadie.The demise of three crypto-friendly banks, along with not-so-subtle pressure from U.S. regulators, exacerbated a longstanding problem. Ever since the early days of bitcoin, startups in the field struggled to obtain or keep basic bank accounts as traditional financial institutions feared regulatory and reputational consequences from associating with anything “crypto”-coded. Industry veterans discuss this perennial challenge and possible solutions.Michael Casey, CoinDesk's chief content officer, moderates alongside panelists:Richard Booth, chief compliance officer of Fortress Trust CompanyOliver von Landsberg-Sadie, founder and CEO of BCB GroupCaitlin Long, founder and CEO of Custodia BankThis episode is executive produced by Jared Schwartz and edited by Ryan Huntington, with additional production assistance from Eleanor Pahl. Cover image by Kevin Ross and the theme song is "Get Down" by Elision.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This episode is sponsored by Brave. We're coming to you from the Brave Podcast Studio at Consensus 2023. Brave is the privacy browser used by almost 60 million people worldwide. It has everything you need to stay safe online. Check them out at brave.com.'Consensus Conversations' host Michele Musso speaks with Josh and Jesse Berger co-founders of PKT Pal (Packetpal) a plug-and-play device that is designed for wifi sharing and mining of PKT tokens, all while keeping security a top priority. Josh and Jesse also are the founding community members of PKT Cash (Packet Cash) which has no company, similar to Bitcoin.Links:PKT: Curious how PKT cash works?PKT Pal: PKT Pal: PKT Cube Explainer VideoFrom our sponsor:Brave is the privacy browser used by almost 60 million people worldwide. The built-in Brave Wallet is your secure passport to Web3. It supports over 100 chains, fiat purchases, swaps, NFTs, and even connects with other wallets and DApps. All right in your browser. No risky extensions, no spoofing. Learn more at brave.com/wallet.This Episode of Consensus Conversations has been produced by senior producer Michele Musso, edited by Ryan Huntington and our executive producer is Jared Schwartz. Music is Get Down” by Elision and Image credit: Kevin Ross.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This episode is sponsored by Brave. We're coming to you from the Brave Podcast Studio at Consensus 2023. Brave is the privacy browser used by almost 60 million people worldwide. It has everything you need to stay safe online. Check them out at brave.com.'Consensus Conversations' host Kamala Alcantara speaks with Rebecca Liao, Co-Founder and CEO at Saga about blockchain technology and the crypto environment. Links:Saga.xyz From our sponsor:Brave is the privacy browser used by almost 60 million people worldwide. The built-in Brave Wallet is your secure passport to Web3. It supports over 100 chains, fiat purchases, swaps, NFTs, and even connects with other wallets and DApps. All right in your browser. No risky extensions, no spoofing. Learn more at brave.com/wallet.This Episode of Consensus Conversations has been produced by senior producer Michele Musso, edited by Ryan Huntington and our executive producer is Jared Schwartz. Music is Get Down” by Elision and Image credit: Kevin Ross.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This episode is sponsored by Brave. We're coming to you from the Brave Podcast Studio at Consensus 2023. Brave is the privacy browser used by almost 60 million people worldwide. It has everything you need to stay safe online. Check them out at brave.com.'Consensus Conversations' host Michele Musso talks with Kristen Potocki, Solutions Engineer at Arculus, and Cider Lyons, Director of Brand also at Arculus, to describe the growth of women in the industry and how they have been able to create security, convenience, and comfort at Arculus.Links: https://www.getarculus.com/ IntroductionArculus the hardware wallet that stores private keys.Arculus's current products. (4:01)Tap-to-authorize. (7:33)Looking for true partners. (9:51)Advice for women in the space.The History of ArculusGetting more women involved in the space. (17:07)The importance of women in business. (18:37)How to get people to use Arculus. (22:03)From our sponsor:Brave is the privacy browser used by almost 60 million people worldwide. The built-in Brave Wallet is your secure passport to Web3. It supports over 100 chains, fiat purchases, swaps, NFTs, and even connects with other wallets and DApps. All right in your browser. No risky extensions, no spoofing. Learn more at brave.com/wallet.This Episode of Consensus Conversations has been produced by senior producer Michele Musso, edited by Ryan Huntington and our executive producer is Jared Schwartz. Music is Get Down” by Elision and Image credit: Kevin Ross.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This episode is sponsored by Brave. We're coming to you from the Brave Podcast Studio at Consensus 2023. Brave is the privacy browser used by almost 60 million people worldwide. It has everything you need to stay safe online. Check them out at brave.com.The goal of technology is to improve human lives, especially in the area of money. 'Consensus Conversations' hosts Kamala Alcantara and Michele Musso talk with Anna Stone, Web3 Director at eToro about the future of digital assets and cryptocurrency's social responsibility. Links:etoro Good DollarWhat gets you up in the morning? (1:50)Women need to have a seat at the table.Women are 50% of the population.What is Web3 exactly?The next generation of the internet.What is eToro and what is Twitter? (8:14)Bringing Web3 to the underbanked.Twitter partnership with eToro and corporate social responsibility.Education and enabling people to invest in the community.Partnership with Twitter for eToroUnderstanding money and how it works. (11:57)All finances and assets are becoming digital.Thoughts on cash and fear of cash.The asymmetry between money and the financial services system.Money is a special type of technology.Corporate responsibility for cryptocurrencies. (17:11)Regulation battle with crypto and corporate responsibility.The socially responsible standard for cryptocurrencies.The biggest opportunity in crypto is the 5.5 billion underbanked.Good Dollar Network.How to learn how to work in a non-custodial wallet. (21:21)Non-custodial wallet for anyone in the world.Universal basic income for anyone.Us vs other countries in terms of crypto usage.Emerging markets adoption.The US is a lean startup one-on-one.The world is waiting to be unlocked.We still pay for instant transactions. (27:39)How instant transactions are still paid for.Blockchain offers instant transfer for free.The original narrative of crypto and digital cash.Privacy and privacy in blockchain.How do you create trust with users? (31:41)No one wants all of their bank statements online.Decentralized identity and privacy.Good Dollar has 500,000 members all over the world.One of the biggest crypto communities.What it's like to ‘serve' someone (35:53)The privilege of serving women.How to get involved with Good Dollar.Sign up and start claiming every day.Women first.From our sponsor:Brave is the privacy browser used by almost 60 million people worldwide. The built-in Brave Wallet is your secure passport to Web3. It supports over 100 chains, fiat purchases, swaps, NFTs, and even connects with other wallets and DApps. All right in your browser. No risky extensions, no spoofing. Learn more at brave.com/wallet.This Episode of Consensus Conversations has been produced by senior producer Michele Musso, edited by Ryan Huntington and our executive producer is Jared Schwartz. Music is Get Down” by Elision and Image credit: Kevin Ross.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Will Peck, head of digital assets at WisdomTree, breaks down the company's new wallet app.This episode is sponsored by Brave.Asset manager and ETF sponsor WisdomTree aims to bring crypto mainstream. Its latest push to do so is a wallet app, WisdomTree Prime, that will allow users to trade tokenized real world assets.Live from Consensus 2023: Eleanor Pahl, associate producer at CoinDesk, sits down to chat with Will Peck to learn more about why WisdomTree's latest move is a wallet app and what this financial service brings to the crypto ecosystem.-Brave is the privacy browser used by almost 60 million people worldwide. The built-in Brave Wallet is your secure passport to Web3. It supports over 100 chains, fiat purchases, swaps, NFTs, and even connects with other wallets and DApps. All right in your browser. No risky extensions, no spoofing. Learn more at brave.com/wallet.This episode is executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced and edited by Eleanor Pahl, cover image by Kevin Ross and the theme song is "Get Down" by Elision.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This episode is sponsored by Brave. We're coming to you from the Brave Podcast Studio at Consensus 2023. Brave is the privacy browser used by almost 60 million people worldwide. It has everything you need to stay safe online. Check them out at brave.com.Michele Musso is on the Consensus 2023 floor and is joined by Nina Blankenship and Lisa Francoeur, co-founders of Crypto Tutors, a privately held, profitable and award-winning crypto education startup. CHECK OUT: Register for free at their next virtual conference at Cryptofortheculture.io Links:The Crypto Tutors WebsiteCrypto Picture DictionarySign up for the 2023 Crypto for the Culture ConferenceVideo:Watch the 2022 Crypto for the Culture ReplayFrom our sponsor:Brave is the privacy browser used by almost 60 million people worldwide. The built-in Brave Wallet is your secure passport to Web3. It supports over 100 chains, fiat purchases, swaps, NFTs, and even connects with other wallets and DApps. All right in your browser. No risky extensions, no spoofing. Learn more at brave.com/wallet.This Episode of Consensus Conversations has been produced by senior producer Michele Musso, edited by Ryan Huntington and our executive producer is Jared Schwartz. Music is Get Down” by Elision and Image credit: Kevin Ross.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This episode is sponsored by Brave. We're coming to you from the Brave Podcast Studio at Consensus 2023. Brave is the privacy browser used by almost 60 million people worldwide. It has everything you need to stay safe online. Check them out at brave.com.WendyO is a guest we've been wanting on the show for a long time— and not just because she's a mom AND an OG crypto celebrity. Wendy originally worked in the healthcare industry and realizing the potential of blockchain technology and its ability to revolutionize and improve the quality of life for many, she shifted and evolved into the largest female voice in the crypto space (check out her YouTube). Her genuine personality shines through in all her videos as she focuses on providing transparent marketing and media solutions for blockchain companies and individuals globally! When she talks, you know you're going to learn something valuable. So buckle up for this wild ride as we interview WendyO IRL at Consensus. By the way, yes, Wendy's is even more epic in-person. On this show, we discuss:

Where there's crypto, there's custody.This episode is sponsored by Brave.The term “crypto” has become somewhat all-encompassing. The umbrella term now covers everything in the industry, from Web3 and non-fungible tokens (NFT), decentralized finance (DeFi) to venture capital. But where there's crypto, there's custody. And not all crypto custody solutions are alike. Live from Consensus 2023: Eleanor Pahl, associate producer at CoinDesk, sits down to chat with Tim Tully, CEO of Zelcore, for a wide-ranging conversation about the state of the crypto industry, blockchain technology developments, security and more.Brave is the privacy browser used by almost 60 million people worldwide. The built-in Brave Wallet is your secure passport to Web3. It supports over 100 chains, fiat purchases, swaps, NFTs, and even connects with other wallets and DApps. All right in your browser. No risky extensions, no spoofing. Learn more at brave.com/wallet.This episode is executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced and edited by Eleanor Pahl, cover image by Kevin Ross and the theme song is "Get Down" by Elision.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Web3 is an opportunity to reset the internet. Here's what the Brave browser is doing to return agency to its users.This episode is sponsored content from Brave.The browser is a gateway to the internet. How can browsers create better experiences for its users, while following the ethos of crypto?Live from Consensus 2023: Cam Thompson, CoinDesk Web3 reporter and host of “Carpe Consensus,” sits down to chat with Luke Mulks, vice president of business operations at Brave.Brave is the privacy browser used by almost 60 million people worldwide. The built-in Brave Wallet is your secure passport to Web3. It supports over 100 chains, fiat purchases, swaps, NFTs, and even connects with other wallets and DApps. All right in your browser. No risky extensions, no spoofing. Learn more at brave.com/wallet.This episode is executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced and edited by Eleanor Pahl, cover image by Kevin Ross and the theme song is "Get Down" by Elision.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

A collection of on-the-ground interviews at Consensus 2023.This episode is sponsored by Brave.What's it been like at Consensus this year? Jared Schwartz explores the biggest topics at this year's event, featuring:Will Foxley and Zack Seward, hosts of “The Hash”McKenzie Stratigopoulos and Nicole Gibson, CoinDesk TV producersGeorge Kaloudis, senior research analyst and host of “All About Bitcoin”Brave is the privacy browser used by almost 60 million people worldwide. The built-in Brave Wallet is your secure passport to Web3. It supports over 100 chains, fiat purchases, swaps, NFTs, and even connects with other wallets and DApps. All right in your browser. No risky extensions, no spoofing. Learn more at brave.com/wallet.With editing by Ryan Huntington, cover image by Kevin Ross and the theme song is "Get Down" by Elision.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This episode is sponsored by Brave. We're coming to you from the Brave Podcast Studio at Consensus 2023. Brave is the privacy browser used by almost 60 million people worldwide. It has everything you need to stay safe online. Check them out at brave.com.During the third day of Consensus 2023, Michele Musso, senior producer of podcasts at CoinDesk, spoke with Senator Cynthia Lummis (R-Wyo.) about the current state of crypto regulation and innovation, the national security risks associated with "offshoring" crypto and Gary Gensler's message of resistance.Additionally, the Senator discusses the importance of diversifying your portfolio with crypto and bitcoin, the devaluation of the U.S. dollar and the influence young people have in this space.Last year both Senator Lummis and Senator Kirsten Gillibrand (D-N.Y.) introduced landmark legislation to create a regulatory framework for crypto called “The Responsible Financial Innovation Act.” They will reintroduce a revised version with more statutory language. See more: Read full coverage of Consensus 2023 hereS.4356 - Lummis-Gillibrand Responsible Financial Innovation ActHow the Lummis-Gillibrand Responsible Financial Innovation Act (S. 4356) Would Alterthe Crypto Regulatory LandscapeDetailed Discussion: Cynthia Lummis Introduction. 0:00 The financial innovation act, responsible management of crypto assets.Regulation regulation regulation! 2:15The status of regulation in the US.The need to legislate sooner.Resistance message from Gensler. 4:45McHenry spoke directly to Gary Gensler.Gensler did not give a straight answer to McHenry.Legislation on crypto regulation. 6:24Playing catch-up ball, providing executive branch guidance.Working carefully to listen to feedback post-FTX failure.Intelligence officials have flagged national security risks. 8:08Adjusting the bill to avoid stifling innovation.National security risks of crypto.Staff Accounting Bulletin 121. 9:42Staff accounting bulletin 121 and how it is impacting the industry.Custody assets belong to individuals.Should I buy cryptocurrency in 2023? 11:40Inflation is eating into the value of the U.S. dollar.Diversified asset allocation.The importance of diversifying your portfolio. 13:41Have a diverse set of assets in retirement.Get advice from knowledgeable young people.How did the Senator become interested in Bitcoin? 15:27Senator Lummis purchases Bitcoin.The Satoshi roundtable in Cancun.Elevating knowledge and discussion in the US Senate.The need for innovation in digital assets. Close Out - Thank You CoinDesk! From our sponsor:Brave is the privacy browser used by almost 60 million people worldwide. The built-in Brave Wallet is your secure passport to Web3. It supports over 100 chains, fiat purchases, swaps, NFTs, and even connects with other wallets and DApps. All right in your browser. No risky extensions, no spoofing. Learn more at brave.com/wallet.This Episode of Consensus Conversations has been produced and edited by senior producer Michele Musso and our executive producer is Jared Schwartz. Music is Get Down” by Elision and Image credit: Kevin Ross.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

What's it been like at Consensus this year? Adrian Blust explores the biggest topics at this year's event, featuring:Jalak Jobanputra, founder of Future Perfect VenturesMelissa Montanez, senior producer, booking at CoinDeskAttendees Linda, Nathaniel and NicholasBrave is the privacy browser used by almost 60 million people worldwide. The built-in Brave Wallet is your secure passport to Web3. It supports over 100 chains, fiat purchases, swaps, NFTs, and even connects with other wallets and DApps. All right in your browser. No risky extensions, no spoofing. Learn more at brave.com/wallet.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

A collection of on-the-ground interviews at Consensus 2023.What's it been like at Consensus this year? Eleanor Pahl, Jared Schwartz and Frederick Munawa explore the biggest topics at this year's event, featuring:Kamala “Kamz” Alcantara, host of CoinDesk's “Women Who Web3” podcastTravis McGee, head of derivatives for North America for Crypto.comCam Thompson, host of CoinDesk's “Carpe Consensus”Sam Ewen, head of CoinDesk Studios and host of “Gen C” Wendy O, host of “The Hash,” Simon Hudson, founder and CEO of CheezeRory Herriman, chief technology officer of OllivBrave is the privacy browser used by almost 60 million people worldwide. The built-in Brave Wallet is your secure passport to Web3. It supports over 100 chains, fiat purchases, swaps, NFTs, and even connects with other wallets and DApps. All right in your browser. No risky extensions, no spoofing. Learn more at brave.com/wallet.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Kevin Worth discusses Consensus 2023, the state of the industry and how vital crypto media is to the future of money.It's day one of Consensus 2023. Who's here? What are the most important conversations underway?Kevin Worth and Jared Schwartz, executive producer of podcasts, assess the macro crypto environment and how it impacts discussions at the conference.Brave is the privacy browser used by almost 60 million people worldwide. The built-in Brave Wallet is your secure passport to Web3. It supports over 100 chains, fiat purchases, swaps, NFTs, and even connects with other wallets and DApps. All right in your browser. No risky extensions, no spoofing. Learn more at brave.com/wallet.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Federal Reserve System Chief Innovation Officer Sunayna Tuteja, Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond Chief Information Officer Ghada Ijam, Federal Reserve Financial Services Chief Payments Exec Mark Gould and David Mills, associate director of Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System discuss technological innovations at the U.S. central bank.-The panel discussion took place on June 10, the second day of CoinDesk's Consensus 2022 festival in Austin, Texas. The executive producer for CoinDesk Reports is Jared Schwartz. Nia Freeman edited this episode.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This episode is sponsored by Roofstock onChain I think it's fair to say that this year has been remarkable for crypto, as it is the ninth consecutive year that we honor people and institutions that have made a significant impact on crypto, whether for good or bad, by curating a list … CoinDesk's Most Influential. On this episode of “Money Reimagined,” hosts Michael Casey and Sheila Warren speak with Ben Schiller, managing editor of CoinDesk's Consensus Magazine, about the much-anticipated release of CoinDesk's Most Influential 2022. This year's MI project is different in that it includes a non-fungible token (NFT) drop of the artwork that illustrates the stories about each list member. See also: Presenting CoinDesk's Most Influential 2022Coindesk Got Colorful With the Most Influential 2022 NFT Collection-This episode was produced and edited by Michele Musso with announcements by Adam B. Levine and our executive producer, Jared Schwartz. Our theme song is “Shepard.”-Roofstock onChain allows you to instantly transfer ownership of real-world homes using standard NFT smart contracts. Buy and sell homes with one-click, pay with crypto, and access DeFi lending options. Find our web3 homes at onchain.roofstock.com or your favorite NFT marketplace.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This episode is sponsored by Roofstock onChainThe crypto world has been a little different every week after the fallout with FTX and the image of Sam Bankman-Fried versus the reality of what was actually happening has created distrust in the crypto industry. So where do we begin to ask the right questions to balance the need for security with privacy in the future? On this episode of “Money Reimagined,” hosts Michael Casey and Sheila Warren speak with Juan Zarate, senior adviser for Transnational Threats Project and Human Rights Initiative at CSIS, the Center for Strategic and International Studies; to discuss how crypto companies can better prepare themselves for financial risks and what is a “rogue state.” -This episode was produced and edited by Michele Musso with announcements by Adam B. Levine and our executive producer, Jared Schwartz. Our theme song is “Shepard.”-Roofstock onChain allows you to instantly transfer ownership of real-world homes using standard NFT smart contracts. Buy and sell homes with one-click, pay with crypto, and access DeFi lending options. Find our web3 homes at onchain.roofstock.com or your favorite NFT marketplace.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This episode is sponsored by Roofstock onChainThis is a story of how something can appear to be what it is not. It's a tale of a jarring contrast between the image the world had of Sam Bankman-Fried before FTX's meltdown pushed the crypto world into a nauseating tailspin and the reality of a wildly mismanaged multibillion-dollar empire with what Bankman-Fried's appointed successor described as an “unprecedented” failure of accounting, oversight and discipline. Before Ian Allison's Nov. 2 CoinDesk scoop on FTX sister company Alameda Research's suspect balance sheet, Bankman-Fried was seen as a philanthropic, well-connected, celebrity-hobnobbing, marketing-savvy leader, a wunderkind who made crypto respectable. Two weeks later, he is viewed as a laughing stock, a suspected criminal, an irresponsible, wildly underqualified, selfish child who has destroyed the livelihoods of tens of thousands. Wow. What a difference two weeks make!In this episode of Money Reimagined, host Michael Casey chats with two CoinDesk colleagues who've delved deeply into the SBF story: Deputy Managing Editor for Companies coverage Tracy Wang and Managing Editor for Global Policy and Regulation, Nikhilesh De. Together they dig into how the erstwhile FTX CEO could have misled the world to such a degree. They explore Bankman-Fried's journey, how it begins with his adherence to the principles of effective altruism, a stated desire to get as rich as possible to do maximum good, and how it all seems to fall apart as FTX gets bigger. They discuss how his philanthropy, political donations, and marketing efforts hid the dark reality underneath and delve into what needs to happen, at the community level and in regulation, to protect people falling from such distortions in the future. See also: Divisions in Sam Bankman-Fried's Crypto Empire Blur on His Trading Titan Alameda's Balance SheetSam Bankman-Fried's Frequent Commenting Draws Icy Response From FTX's Restructuring ChiefFTX Employees Worldwide Learned of Bankruptcy Along With the PublicThe FTX Collapse Looks an Awful Lot Like EnronThe Long Arm of FTXThis episode was produced and edited by Michele Musso with announcements by Adam B. Levine and our executive producer, Jared Schwartz. Our theme song is “Shepard.”-Roofstock onChain allows you to instantly transfer ownership of real-world homes using standard NFT smart contracts. Buy and sell homes with one-click, pay with crypto, and access DeFi lending options. Find our web3 homes at onchain.roofstock.com or your favorite NFT marketplace.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Even before the pandemic, social scientists knew that the infinite social-media scroll and offline social isolation left humans more depressed. At the same time, faith in traditional party politics continues to wane.Kevin Owocki, founder of Gitcoin; Nathan Schneider, an assistant professor of media studies at the University of Colorado Boulder, Ellie Rennie, a professor, and researcher at RMIT University in Australia; and Tanisi Pooran, a partner at The Ready join David Morris, CoinDesk's chief insights columnist, to discuss how DAOs can help address both challenges by offering a new model for tighter-knit digital communities and better incentive models for public goods.-The panel discussion took place on June 10, the second day of CoinDesk's Consensus 2022 festival in Austin, Texas. The executive producer for CoinDesk Reports is Jared Schwartz. Nia Freeman edited this episode.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Yuta Takanashi, director for International Digital Strategy and Policy at the Financial Services Agency in Japan, Kristin Smith, executive director at the Blockchain Association, and Rebecca Rettig, general counsel at the Aave Cos., join CoinDesk's U.S regulatory reporter Cheyenne Ligon to discuss the government role in the regulation of DeFi.They discuss what exactly DeFi is and why it is important for the government to learn about the decentralized system and why people in the DeFi community should speak with policymakers before the government issues any regulations or imposes any rules. They go into detail about how certain events, like the collapse of Terra, have aided in the recent push for regulation and what they expect in the future. -The panel discussion took place on June 10, the second day of CoinDesk's Consensus 2022 festival in Austin, Texas. The executive producer for CoinDesk Reports is Jared Schwartz. Nia Freeman edited this episode.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

According to Merriam-Webster, “pseudonymity” is the fact or state of being signed with a pseudonym, and a pseudonym is a fictitious name.Tasheme Thomas, also known to some as Default Friend, is an internet historian who talks about the difference between pseudonymity and anonymity She breaks down the history of pseudonymity throughout different time periods, from the start of authors writing books under fake names, to its evolving to people existing in various digital spaces under a false or different identity. She breaks down why people have reverted back to this way of disguising themselves.-The panel discussion took place on June 10, the second day of CoinDesk's Consensus 2022 festival in Austin, Texas. The executive producer for CoinDesk Reports is Jared Schwartz. Nia Freeman edited this episode.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Sheila Warren, CEO of the Crypto Council of Innovation and co-host of CoinDesk's “Money Reimagined” podcast discusses her theory of the philanthropic industrial complex. She digs into whether the system of philanthropy as we know it is broken.She gives information about her background in various positions, including blockchain team founder at the World Economic Forum, which helped her notice the ways in which the traditional philanthropic efforts and philanthropic efforts within the crypto spaces are similar. She also points out how crypto efforts are more genuinely human-forward, and how the model can change philanthropy altogether. While she provides detailed ways why crypto is important in the push to change the system, she also gives ways in which the community still has work to do. -The panel discussion took place on June 10, the second day of CoinDesk's Consensus 2022 festival in Austin, Texas. The executive producer for CoinDesk Reports is Jared Schwartz. Nia Freeman edited this episode.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Sean Farrell, the head of digital asset strategy at Fundstrat; Nicola White, the CEO of B2C2 USA; and Akshi Federici- Kraken, a ventures partner, join Lyllah Ledesma, CoinDesk markets reporter, to discuss who is investing in bitcoin during the dip, from different angles of the industry.They speak about what they are watching to prepare for the slow crypto season, including consolidation, new non-fungible token projects and traditional finance entering the space. They end with their views on the long- and short-term trends for the market.-The panel discussion took place on June 10, the second day of CoinDesk's Consensus 2022 festival in Austin, Texas. The executive producer for CoinDesk Reports is Jared Schwartz. Nia Freeman edited this episode.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this final episode, the hosts discuss standout moments in crypto history over the course of the show's run.Every week, “Opinionated” hosts Ben Schiller, Danny Nelson and Anna Baydakova have taken an in-depth look at the biggest topics in the crypto industry, discussing topics from policy to tech and sharing the latest casual controversy alongside special guests. As the series comes to a close, the hosts recount how crypto has played into the biggest narratives, sometimes in unexpected ways. The hosts interpret the past battles in crypto regulation, failures in governance and proliferation of memes as lessons for what the industry can and should prepare itself for next. But as one podcast ends, another begins: Coming in December to the CoinDesk Podcast Network is “Carpe Consensus,” a fast-paced, entertaining yet always informative podcast bringing the latest thought-provoking discussions, debates and coverage of crypto news to your favorite podcast app. Stay tuned.-And finally, an ode to “Opinionated”:There once was a boisterous trio,Who grabbed their mics to chat as friends.And a mighty show it was so,Though all good things must end.Oh, “Opinionated” has spent its last breath,The recording light finally dimAs the show has come to a rest.But, alas, this story is far from grimJust you wait, and see what comes next!-The CoinDesk Podcasts team, along with “Opinionated” hosts Ben, Danny and Anna, extend thanks to the listeners for their support of the show. – “Opinionated” Producer Eleanor PahlThis show is produced and edited by Eleanor Pahl with additional production support and announcements by Michele Musso. Our theme song is by Elision.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

George Howard, Distinguished Professor of Music Business/Management at Berklee College of Music, takes the stage to discuss the history of “Pancho and Lefty,” a song by Townes Van Zandt made famous by Merle Haggard and Willie Nelson.He breaks down what the Song That Owns Itself (STOI) project is and how it is working to help artists get all of the money they are owed.The panel discussion took place on June 10, the second day of CoinDesk's Consensus 2022 festival in Austin, Texas. The executive producer for CoinDesk Reports is Jared Schwartz. Nia Freeman edited this episode.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Chris Gabriel, host of MemeAnaylasis on YouTube, sits CoinDesk's Chief Insights Columnist David Z Morris to discuss the meme economy. They get into a conversation about what the meme economy is and how people are more connected to the space than they know.See also:The Meme EconomyThe panel discussion took place on June 10, the second day of CoinDesk's Consensus 2022 festival in Austin, Texas. The executive producer for CoinDesk Reports is Jared Schwartz. Nia Freeman edited this episode.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This episode is sponsored by Near.The Bermuda government has taken an interesting approach to encourage the development of crypto, blockchain, and digital assets within the territory.The insurance sector is one area where Bermuda seems well-positioned to dominate crypto finance and its territory is one of the largest insurance and reinsurance hubs in the world.Does its model set the stage for other countries in the quest for viable insurance?On this episode of “Money Reimagined” host Michael Casey is at the Bermuda Tech Summit in Bermuda and is joined by his co-host Sheila Warren to speak with Joseph Ziolkowski the CEO of Relm. Relm describes itself as the leading global insurer for companies operating in new and emerging business sectors, such as digital asset/web3, cannabis, and alternative therapeutics. -This episode was produced and edited by Michele Musso with announcements by Adam B. Levine and our executive producer Jared Schwartz. Our theme song is “Shepard.”-NEAR is a simple, revolutionary Web3 platform for decentralized apps, created by developers for developers. More than 700 projects are now building on NEAR's fast, secure and infinitely scalable protocol, from DeFi apps to play-and-earn games, NFT marketplaces and more. Start your developer journey now by visiting NEAR at near.org. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

“Community tokens are a form of social tokens that are created as a means of incentivizing community and governance,” says Whale Shark.The speakers discuss what community tokens are. They get into the history of the tokens and how social/community tokens are used throughout different industries. They also talk about the difference between community tokens and loyal rewards programs.The panel discussion took place on June 10, the second day of CoinDesk's Consensus 2022 festival in Austin, Texas. The executive producer for CoinDesk Reports is Jared Schwartz. Nia Freeman edited this episode.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This episode is sponsored by Near.Now in the bear market, we are approaching the potential for a secure, privacy-preserving Web3. Why is it so important or even possible to have a truly portable identity now more than ever?On this episode of “Money Reimagined” hosts Michael Casey and Sheila Warren speak with Greg Kidd, a serial entrepreneur, investor, and the founder of the Hard Yaka investment group. As an early investor in companies such as Twitter, Square, Ripple, Coinbase, and Twilio, Gregg also started a digital identity company called GlobaliD.-This episode was produced and edited by Michele Musso with announcements by Adam B. Levine and our executive producer Jared Schwartz. Our theme song is “Shepard.”-NEAR is a simple, revolutionary Web3 platform for decentralized apps, created by developers for developers. More than 700 projects are now building on NEAR's fast, secure and infinitely scalable protocol, from DeFi apps to play-and-earn games, NFT marketplaces and more. Start your developer journey now by visiting NEAR at near.org. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Bradley Miles, CEO of Roll, a platform that uses blockchain to bring social tokens to life, and Rob Collier, CEO of Rally, a platform that allows creators and artists to launch their own digital currencies, sit down with Jess Sloss, instigator of Seed Club, a leading network for DAO builders and operators, to discuss social tokens.They break down what social tokens are, their importance and how people are using this form of currency to make lots of money. The panel discussion took place on June 10, the second day of CoinDesk's Consensus 2022 festival in Austin, Texas. The executive producer for CoinDesk Reports is Jared Schwartz. Nia Freeman edited this episode.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Insights into the realities of hiring during a bear market.The 2022 bear market has left many of the industry's workers in the cold of crypto winter as rounds of layoffs are continually announced. Today's episode explores a recruiter's perspective of hiring in a bear market.Dani Schlarmann, senior recruiter at Ava Labs, joins “Opinionated” hosts Ben Schiller, Danny Nelson and Anna Baydakova to discuss trends in the recruiting space throughout the market downturn. Plus: Schlarmann tells the hosts some of his experiences of the early days of the industry.This show is produced and edited by Eleanor Pahl with additional production support and announcements by Michele Musso. Our theme song is by Elision.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Kevin Zhou, co-founder of hedge fund Galois Capital, sits down with CoinDesk reporter Sam Kessler to discuss all things Terra. They discuss why the stablecoins and its sister coin collapsed and what Zhou noticed and warned people of before the implosion. The panel discussion took place on June 10, the second day of CoinDesk's Consensus 2022 festival in Austin, Texas. The executive producer for CoinDesk Reports is Jared Schwartz. Nia Freeman edited this episode.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jenn Kalidoss, go-to-market and growth lead at SyndicateDAO, a decentralized investing protocol and social network, Alexander Ye, “hokage” at Republic Crypto, a private investing platform, and Jocelyn Cheng, CEO of Luno Expeditions, a global early-stage investor, sit down with CoinDesk senior reporter Tracy Wang, sat down to discuss venture capital in crypto.They talk about how VC investing in Web3 differs from investing in Web2 and how they are similar. They break down how they decide which companies to invest in and how regulations play into those decisions.The panel discussion took place on June 10, the second day of CoinDesk's Consensus 2022 festival in Austin, Texas. The executive producer for CoinDesk Reports is Jared Schwartz. Nia Freeman edited this episode.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Todd Kaplan, chief marketing officer of PepsiCo, and Raja Rajamannar, chief marketing officer at Mastercard, sit down with Keith Grossman, president of Time to discuss how brands are re-imagining their views on Web3 growth.They discuss each company's different approach to bringing Web3 experiences to their users in ways that include live non-fungible token (NFT) minting at the Billboard Music Awards.The panel occurred on Friday, June 10, 2022, the second day of CoinDesk's Consensus 2022 festival in Austin, Texas. The executive producer for CoinDesk Reports is Jared Schwartz and Nia Freeman edited this episode.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This episode is sponsored by Circle and Near.Over the past year, Michael and Sheila have talked quite a bit on this show about the quickly evolving crypto policy environment. A big theme in all of that has been the intersection – and quite often the clash – between the industry's breakneck pace of innovation and regulation. As the industry grows, governments around the world are looking to get up to speed, and increasingly their actions have ramifications in the sector. One regulatory body that's increasingly engaging with the crypto community is the Commodity Futures Trading Commission. The CFTC is an independent U.S. agency that regulates the $200+ Trillion derivatives market including futures contracts, options, and swaps.Since 1974 its mission has been to promote the integrity, resilience, and vibrancy of the U.S. derivatives markets through sound regulation. Now, based on the proposals of some legislative initiatives, it could be poised to take a leading role in the regulation of cryptocurrencies and digital assets in the U.S. – something many in the community are supporting, perhaps in the hope that it will reduce the sway of the seemingly less-friendly Securities and Exchange Commission.To help us understand what all this means, hosts Michael Casey and Sheila Warren speak with former CFTC commissioner Dawn Stump on this 100th episode of “Money Reimagined.”Dawn Stump became a commissioner in 2017 following a presidential appointment and Senate confirmation. As one of five CFTC commissioners, she helped to shape the priorities of the agency while overseeing policy direction and internal planning. In particular, she was instrumental in negotiating the reform of derivatives regulations contained in the Dodd-Frank Act and in efforts to conduct oversight of commodity and financial derivatives under the jurisdiction of the CFTC. This is a must-listen to better understand the crypto policy environment. As Dawn put it, “The impetus for regulation should not be a crisis; the impetus for regulation should be an opportunity.”-This episode was produced and edited by Michele Musso with announcements by Adam B. Levine and our executive producer Jared Schwartz. Our theme song is “Shepard.”-NEAR is a simple, revolutionary Web3 platform for decentralized apps, created by developers for developers. More than 700 projects are now building on NEAR's fast, secure and infinitely scalable protocol, from DeFi apps to play-and-earn games, NFT marketplaces and more. Start your developer journey now by visiting NEAR at near.org. -See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Austin Hill, a principal at angel investor firm Intentional Ventures, and Salim Ismail, chairman and co-founder of OpenExO, a management consulting ecosystem and marketplace developer, sit down with Liv Boeree, a poker champion, effective altruist and filmmaker to discuss crypto cities.They discuss how these cities are benefiting people everywhere and why they believe we can no longer live in a centralized economy.The panel occurred on Friday, June 10, 2022, the second day of CoinDesk's Consensus 2022 festival in Austin, Texas. The executive producer for CoinDesk Reports is Jared Schwartz and Nia Freeman edited this episode.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Preston Van Loon, co-founder of Prysmatic Labs, technical infrastructure builder for the Ethereum blockchain; Joseph Lubin, founder and CEO of ConsenSys, a blockchain software technology company; and Dani Osorio, a partner with MetaWeb Ventures, a crypto-native investment research team, sit down with Christine Kim, an associate of Research at Galaxy Digital, a digital asset and blockchain leader, to discuss the Ethereum Merge.They break down what the Merge is, the community reaction, risks and more.The panel occurred on Friday, June 10, 2022, the second day of CoinDesk's Consensus 2022 festival in Austin, Texas.The executive producer for CoinDesk Reports is Jared Schwartz. Nia Freeman edited this episode.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

NFTs brought culture to crypto. But with floor prices dropping, are crypto and culture doomed to remain separate?“Opinionated” hosts Ben Schiller, Danny Nelson and Anna Baydakova break down CoinDesk contributing writer Jeff Wilser's article “Investing in Web3: Culture and Entertainment,” which categorizes potential investment opportunities in crypto. The hosts debate how the biggest culture-focused crypto projects – non-fungible tokens, decentralized autonomous organizations, gaming, sports and more – have fared to date, and how they might take off or fizzle out in the future.This show is produced and edited by Eleanor Pahl with additional production support and announcements by Michele Musso. Our theme song is by Elision.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Brian Forde, CEO of Numero Inc., talks with Leah Butler, manager at Emfarsis, an Asian-focused technology specialist company, to discuss how politicians are using, and can use, non-fungible tokens (NFT) to fund political campaigns.They discuss some of the similarities between political campaigns and sports and how Numero helps to provide support through its business model, which includes help with organizing data, setting up call times and more. The panel occurred on Friday, June 10, 2022, the second day of CoinDesk's Consensus 2022 festival in Austin, Texas. The moderator is Christine Lee, the lead anchor at CoinDesk TV.The executive producer for CoinDesk Reports is Jared Schwartz. Nia Freeman edited this episode.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This episode is sponsored by Circle and Near.Can financial inclusion be achieved without a bank account or a digital money solution, such as crypto?Host Michael Casey is solo on this episode of “Money Reimagined,” to speak with Brett Scott, journalist, financial hacker, activist, and author of ‘Cloud Money: Cash, Cards, Crypto and the War for Our Wallets.' According to Scott's thesis, digitizing money is putting humanity at risk. He argues that cash, with its unique capacity to preserve privacy and avoid central surveillance, is an important escape valve for societies to sustain their freedom. And while those concerns align with the views of many in the crypto community, Scott is not a big fan. However, if crypto is to evolve, his perspective is an important one for people to absorb. This is a must-listen episode. This episode was produced and edited by Michele Musso with announcements by Adam B. Levine and our executive producer Jared Schwartz. Our theme song is “Shepard.”-NEAR is a simple, revolutionary Web3 platform for decentralized apps, created by developers for developers. More than 700 projects are now building on NEAR's fast, secure and infinitely scalable protocol, from DeFi apps to play-and-earn games, NFT marketplaces and more. Start your developer journey now by visiting NEAR at near.org. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mohammed Badi, the President of Global Network Services at American Express, and Bill Barhydt, CEO at Abra, sit with Coindesks' lead anchor Christine Lee, to announce the Abra crypto card rollout and to discuss why it is important to the crypto space. Barhydt defines it as “the first U.S. market-based product that allows you to earn unlimited crypto rewards on any purchase you make.” In addition to unlimited crypto rewards, the Abra card offers all the perks of an American Express card.This panel occurred on Friday, June 10, 2022, the second day of CoinDesk's Consensus 2022 festival in Austin, Texas. This episode was edited by Nia Freeman. The executive producer is Jared Schwartz.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Details on the SEC's million-dollar fine for the influencer's promotion of a token without disclosing payment.Celebrities regularly accept promotional deals, hyping products from swimsuits to weight loss tea on social media to their hordes of followers. Trouble arrived when a crypto token deemed by regulators a security entered the mix.“Opinionated” hosts Ben Schiller, Danny Nelson and Anna Baydakova are joined by writer and Assistant Opinion Editor Daniel Kuhn to dissect the bull market trend of celebrity crypto endorsements, and particularly Kim Kardashian's shilling of the ethereumMax token. Kardashian was fined $1.26 million this week by the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) for her promotion of a security without disclosing the payment she received in return. Was Kardashian an unlucky scapegoat, or is this penalty a harbinger of broader enforcement action to come?See also:What Is EthereumMax? Inside the Crypto Kim Kardashian Lost $1.2M Promoting Kim Kardashian, EthereumMax and the SEC's Publicity GrabI.D.E.A.S. 2022 by CoinDesk is the place to see your idea for the next big thing through – meet with leading investors, vet service providers and meet fellow visionaries. Learn more and apply to become a presenter today: coindesk.com/ideasThis show is produced and edited by Eleanor Pahl with additional production support and announcements by Michele Musso. Our theme song is by Elision.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This episode is sponsored by Circle and Near.By what means do we think about identity? A substantial amount of regulation and policy work that is happening in crypto right now, is about how and when one will need to classify a transaction or exchange and to what extent do pre-existing rules apply in the Web3 space.On this episode of “Money Reimagined,” hosts Michael Casey and Sheila Warren are together again but this time, at Converge22 by Circle. They discuss the challenges of identity and verification in the U.S. and in other countries with Daniel Buchner, Head of Decentralized Identity at Block; and Chi Nnadi, the Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer at Mara. -NEAR is a simple, revolutionary Web3 platform for decentralized apps, created by developers for developers. More than 700 projects are now building on NEAR's fast, secure and infinitely scalable protocol, from DeFi apps to play-and-earn games, NFT marketplaces and more. Start your developer journey now by visiting NEAR at near.org. -This episode was produced and edited by Michele Musso with announcements by Adam B. Levine and our executive producer is Jared Schwartz. Our theme song is “Shepard.”See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

There are many ways for creatives to make money while having control of the art they release. Calaxy is an open social marketplace, where creators buy and sell tokens for profit. In this panel, Baron Davis, former National Basketball Association player and founder of More Than Us, a genesis NFT collection, sits down with Calaxy's Spencer Dinwiddie and Solo Ceesay to talk about the importance of Web3 being used by everyone. They also discuss social tokens and their importance. The panel occurred on Friday, June 10, 2022, the second day of CoinDesk's Consensus 2022 festival in Austin, Texas. The moderator is Daniel Nelson, managing editor of news at CoinDesk.This episode was edited by Nia Freeman. Executive producer for CoinDesk Reports is Jared Schwartz.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.