Podcasts about grayscale investments

 30th April: Blockchain DXB podcast

18th March: Blockchain DXB podcast

26th Feb: Blockchain DXB Podcast

20th Feb: Blockchain DXB Podcast

Host Christine Lee breaks down the latest news in the crypto industry as Cardano's ADA token surges after Grayscale's application for the first-ever spot ADA ETF.Cardano's ADA token surges after Grayscale Investments applied for the first-ever spot ADA ETF in the U.S. Plus, Fed Chair Jerome Powell gives his semi-annual update on monetary policy on Capitol Hill, and the U.S. SEC asks to pause their case against Binance, a sign of Trump's ‘golden age' for crypto. CoinDesk's Christine Lee hosts “CoinDesk Daily.”-From our sponsor: In Chinese, belief means trust. For 10 years, Consensus has united those who believe in building a new internet where everyone has value. Join us at Consensus Hong Kong February 18 - 20, 2025 where belief becomes real. Connect with global leaders, innovators, and investors shaping the future of Web3, and experience the power of collaboration at the industry's most influential event. Register now: https://go.coindesk.com/3BeigBq-This episode was hosted by Christine Lee. “CoinDesk Daily” is produced by Christine Lee and edited by Victor Chen.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

23rd Dec: Blockchain DXB Podcast

31st Oct: Blockchain DXB Podcast

21st Oct: Blockchain DXB Podcast

02nd September: Crypto & Coffee at 8Spot Bitcoin ETF outflows Crypto.com + PayPal Bridge Raises $40 Million for stablecoin North Korean Hacker Targeting Crypto Users Quidax licenseBitcoin ETF Overview by Coin glass here https://lnkd.in/dWNCZzn5 shows BlackRock's spot Bitcoin exchange-traded fund (ETF) recently experienced net outflows exceeding $13 million, marking the first time since May that the fund has lost more capital than it gained. Similarly, other spot Bitcoin ETFs, such as those from Grayscale Investments, Fidelity Investments, and Bitwise, have also seen significant withdrawals. Despite this trend, analysts consider the amounts withdrawn to be minor and not a cause for concern.Crypto.com has introduced PayPal as a payment method for U.S. users to fund cryptocurrency purchases on the platform. This integration allows seamless transfers between PayPal and Crypto.com wallets, with plans to expand to other markets soon. The move is part of a broader collaboration to bridge traditional and digital payments, building on previous initiatives like using PayPal to top up the Crypto.com Visa Card and supporting PayPal USD (PYUSD) on Crypto.com. Official info here https://shorturl.at/sbjNvCoinbase and Square vets aim to level up stablecoins with Bridge and $58 million in funding led by Sequoia and Ribbit. The company aims to build a global stablecoin payments network that allows businesses to use stablecoin rails effortlessly. Bridge, which counts SpaceX and Coinbase among its customers, aspires to be a Web3 equivalent of payments processor Stripe. info via Fortune https://shorturl.at/exC4DMicrosoft has identified a North Korean threat actor, Citrine Sleet, exploiting a zero-day vulnerability (CVE-2024-7971) in Chromium's V8 engine to execute remote code, targeting the cryptocurrency sector. The flaw, linked to the FudModule rootkit, was patched by Google on August 21, 2024. Citrine Sleet uses social engineering and fake crypto platforms to deploy malware like AppleJeus. Microsoft advises updating systems and browsers to prevent such attacks and offers detailed detection and mitigation strategies.via blog https://shorturl.at/XkBS3Quidax announced that it has become the first crypto exchange to receive a provisional operating license by Nigeria's Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) as a Digital Assets Exchange. The license enables Quidax to work with banks and financial institutions, fostering trust and security in the Nigerian crypto space. CEO, Buchi Okoro, praised the SEC for its role in enhancing the industry and expressed excitement about the future of crypto in Nigeria. Info via Bitcoin.com https://shorturl.at/umw6STwo UAE news (UAE news)UAE - Crypto.com + Standard Chartered partner for global fiat servicesDubai AI Campus, and Google Cloud announce collaboration to support the startup ecosystem For slides click here: https://shorturl.at/7Rpw9 LinkedIn Profile: https://tinyurl.com/bdeevbru Join our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/BlockchainDXB LinkedIn Profile: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://tinyurl.com/bdeevbru⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Podcast Host: @black_incarnation ⚡ Buy me Coffee ☕ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.buymeacoffee.com/info36/w/6987⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ To show your support see below ⚡ Tether USDT (ERC20) 0x7acd89cececd5b125a2fc4caa9bc642879579f1e ⚡Leder Wallet! Link https://shop.ledger.com?r=ae54df359c4d ⚡ Bitcoin address: 02ddf96964b352b75dd660a56a5162bf9e76e549e31263b88ed93015e635771795 ⚡ Ethereum address 0x2662CFE66d24bB7930b9d9dC0B5Fe809A1501d28

30th July: Crypto & Coffee at 8

Grayscale Investments' John Hoffman; Coinbase's John D'Agostino, and Fidelity Digital Assets' Chris Kuiper joined Rena Sherbill to discuss the importance of investors getting more educated in the crypto sector on June 18 at Seeking Alpha's first Investing Summit. Is now the time to get in (0:46)? Bitcoin vs the rest (5:30). 'Volatility is not risk': Spot Bitcoin ETFs (11:00). Retail crypto investing, evolution of brokerages (21:00). Originally published with video here.Read the transcriptShow Notes:Wall Street Breakfast: End Of WinterSEC at long last approves spot bitcoin ETFsSEC approves spot ethereum ETFs in huge win for crypto worldFor full access to analyst ratings, stock quant scores and dividend grades, subscribe to Seeking Alpha Premium at seekingalpha.com/subscriptions

 22nd July: Crypto & Coffee at 8

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission is on the brink of approving multiple Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs) tracking the spot price of ether (ETH), potentially as early as July 4th. This landmark decision follows extensive discussions between regulators and major asset managers, including BlackRock, VanEck, and Grayscale Investments.~This episode is sponsored by Tangem~Tangem ➜ https://bit.ly/TangemPBNUse Code: "PBN" for Additional Discounts!00:00 Intro00:17 Sponsor Tangem00:55 Mt. Gox Dump?01:20 S&P vs Bitcoin02:22 Dems vs Biden03:13 Rep. Lloyd Doggett talks about Biden stepping aside05:00 ETH ETF tomorrow?05:36 James Seyfart - Wen ETF?06:32 Only thing stopping SOL ETF07:10 Matt Sigel - It all depends on the SEC chair08:20 Matt Sigel - Why he' so bullish on SOL09:55 Steve Kurz on crypto & regulation11:30 Justin Slaughter director at Paradigm- Chevron deference14:37 Chainlink x Fidelity15:30 Outro#Crypto #Bitcoin #etherum ~July 4th Crypto Rally?✨Weekend Outlook

21st May: Crypto & Coffee at 8

Noticias Económicas y Financieras Los mercados están a solo una semana de un nuevo ciclo de liquidación, ya que la Comisión de Bolsa y Valores (SEC) y la Depository Trust & Clearing Corporation (DTCC) mueven la industria a "T+1". Actualmente, los actores del mercado deben depositar físicamente acciones en una cuenta dentro de los dos días posteriores a la realización de una transacción, en un proceso conocido como "T+2". Durante ese tiempo, los corredores tienen que depositar garantías en el DTCC porque los precios de las acciones pueden fluctuar durante esas 48 horas y algunos compradores/vendedores están utilizando acciones de margen/prestadas, por lo que el retraso puede garantizar que todo salga bien. Los mercados energéticos están en el punto de mira después de que se confirmara la muerte del presidente iraní, Ebrahim Raisi, en un accidente de helicóptero, así como nuevos titulares procedentes de Arabia Saudita. A pesar de la incertidumbre relacionada con los principales productores de crudo, el impacto de estos acontecimientos en el mercado hasta ahora ha sido contenido. Raisi, que supervisó la aceleración del programa nuclear de Irán, había sido visto durante mucho tiempo como un sucesor potencial del líder supremo, el ayatolá Ali Jamenei. Por otra parte, el príncipe heredero de Arabia Saudita, Mohammed bin Salman, pospuso una visita de cuatro días a Japón mientras el rey Salman está siendo tratado por una inflamación pulmonar. A pesar del reciente éxito de los fondos cotizados en bolsa de Bitcoin (BTC-USD), la industria de la criptografía no espera que la SEC apruebe más productos similares. El regulador tiene hasta el 23 de mayo para anunciar su decisión sobre la solicitud de ETF al contado de Ether (ETH-USD) de VanEck, pero los emisores han indicado que hubo comunicación y comentarios limitados por parte de la SEC con respecto a sus solicitudes. Un rechazo por parte de la SEC podría dar lugar a demandas. Recordemos que la victoria legal de Grayscale Investments en agosto pasado allanó el camino para la aprobación de los ETF de Bitcoin al contado. ¡Es oficial! Red Lobster se acogió al Capítulo 11 de la ley de bancarrotas después de sufrir pérdidas crecientes, arrendamientos costosos y costos crecientes de materiales y mano de obra. La compañía tiene la intención de utilizar el procedimiento para impulsar mejoras operativas, cerrar restaurantes y vender sustancialmente todos sus activos como empresa en funcionamiento. Red Lobster también anunció una oferta de acecho de sus prestamistas existentes y una financiación de deudor en posesión de $100M. La quiebra pone fin a años de problemas financieros, que llevaron al principal accionista Thai Union Group (OTCPK:TUFBY) a buscar salir de su participación. Goldman Sachs: Es necesario retirar el nombre Magnificent 7. OpenAI busca abordar las preocupaciones tras la salida de los ejecutivos de seguridad. Los trabajadores automotores de Mercedes en Estados Unidos votan en contra de la afiliación sindical.

09th May: Crypto & Coffee at 8

Russell Star is the Head of Capital Markets at Defi & Valour. Zach Pandl is Managing Director of Research at Grayscale Investments. Brett Tejpaul is the Head of Coinbase Institutional. This conversation was recorded at Bitcoin Investor Day in New York. In this conversation, we talk about fee structures for bitcoin ETFs, institutional demand, business operations with price volatility, bitcoin, ethereum, altcoins, industry still being retail driven, regulation across the world, asset selection, and product roadmaps.   ======================= Introducing Espresso - the world's most interactive portable display. They have a portable screen that is incredibly light, comes with a nice stand, and the user interface is very easy. Anyone who listens to this podcast can go to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠us.espres.so/pomp⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. They have a brand new offer waiting for you.  ======================= BetOnline.ag is a proud sponsor of the the Pomp Podcast. Use crypto to bet on sports, play poker and enjoy casino games at BetOnline. Visit https://promotions.betonline.ag/pomp and use promo code POMP100 to receive a 100% matching bonus on any crypto deposit. BetOnline boasts no crypto transaction fees, and processing is anonymous, instantaneous and secure. ======================= Pomp writes a daily letter to over 265,000+ investors about business, technology, and finance. He breaks down complex topics into easy-to-understand language while sharing opinions on various aspects of each industry. You can subscribe at https://pomp.substack.com/ ======================= View 10k+ open startup jobs: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://dreamstartupjob.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Enroll in my Crypto Academy: https://www.thecryptoacademy.io/

24th April: Crypto & Coffee at 8❌ Tether.to Pro Censorship

19th March- Crypto & Coffee at 8 

When it comes to crypto regulation the United States is a global outlier because the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and Gary Gensler its chief executive, steadfastly believe crypto assets are securities as defined by current legislation. Where the SEC sees issues, it pursues crypto businesses through the courts and in turn, sometimes companies sue the regulator.Litigation, not regulation, is how spot bitcoin (BTC) exchange-traded funds (ETF) came to launch in mid-January despite SEC objections. Grayscale Investments sued the SEC last year after it refused its application to convert its Bitcoin trust into an ETF. The SEC declined to appeal and ultimately approved 11 ETF applications at the same time.In this episode, Todd Ehret, senior regulatory expert in the U.S. and Rachel Wolcott senior editor in London discuss spot BTC ETFs' launch, the SEC's Twitter fail, ETF fee wars, custody and what firms selling these products should be aware of in terms of customer suitability.Regulatory Intelligence published outlook pieces throughout January, including for crypto. Please see the link below for our rundown of crypto regulatory developments in the U.S., UK, Europe, Singapore, and Hong Kong.LinksINSIGHT: Compliance considerations for broker-dealers and investment advisers surrounding Bitcoin ETFs: www.regintel-content.thomsonreuters.com/document/IA098EF20BA3E11EEAE81D84738F78F00OUTLOOK 2024-Litigation vs regulation; divide opens between U.S. and rest of the world on approach to crypto: http://go-ri.tr.com/kiapX5Compliance Clarified Season 9, Episode 10: Cross-border crypto fraud enforcement and the globalization of money laundering as a service: podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/season-9-episode-10-cross-border-crypto-fraud-enforcement/id1548510826?i=1000637022734Tether and pig butchering: chainargos.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Connecting-Chinese-and-American-Scam-Victims-9-January-2024.pdfCasinos and cryptocurrency: Major drivers of money laundering, underground banking, and cyberfraud in East and Southeast Asia: unodc.org/roseap/en/2024/casinos-casinos-cryptocurrency-underground-banking/story.html Contact us:Todd.ehret@thomsonreuters.comRachel.wolcott@thomsonreuters.com Compliance Clarified is a podcast from Thomson Reuters Regulatory Intelligence.Listen to wide-ranging, insightful discussions on all things compliance for financial services firms. We delve into the hot topics of the day, the challenges faced and offer up practical ideas for emerging good practice. We de-mystify regulation and explore the art, as well as the science, of the ever-expanding role of the compliance officer.  Enforcements, digital transformation, regulatory change, governance, culture, conduct risk – anything and everything impacting the compliance function is up for discussion.

30th Jan Crypto & Coffee at 8

29th Jan Crypto & Coffee at 8

In today's episode Jason is joined by Michael Sonnenshein, CEO of Grayscale Investments, to discuss the long-awaited approval of a Bitcoin spot ETF and its implications. They analyze the behind-the-scenes challenges for approval and the ensuing fee war between ETF issuers. They dig into Grayscales place in the spot ETF market and competitive angle. They also discuss trading volume and flows, the potential pathway for an Ethereum ETF, and the broader significance of crypto assets becoming embedded in mainstream finance. Hear all of this and much more! - - Follow Michael: https://twitter.com/Sonnenshein Follow Jason: https://twitter.com/JasonYanowitz Follow Santiago: https://twitter.com/santiagoroel Follow Empire: https://twitter.com/theempirepod Subscribe on YouTube: https://tinyurl.com/4fdhhb2j Subscribe on Apple: https://tinyurl.com/mv4frfv7 Subscribe on Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/wbaypprw Get top market insights and the latest in crypto news. Subscribe to Blockworks Daily Newsletter: https://blockworks.co/newsletter/ - - Arbitrum is a game-changer for daily Ethereum's users and developers, offering top applications and lower fees. As the leading scaling solution with 600+ apps, explore Arbitrum's Portal to find your perfect fit. Interact with the home of DeFi, a flourishing NFT and creator ecosystem, and a rapidly growing Web3 gaming hub – Arbitrum has it all.  Get started at: portal.arbitrum.io  - - Harpie is the most advanced on-chain security solution for monitoring and protecting your crypto wallet from theft in real time. Harpie detects, blocks, and recovers compromised assets from malicious transactions before they execute, and is the only security tool to also protect users from off-chain signature attacks like the recent Ledger Connect Kit exploit. Secure your wallet for free at harpie.io. - - Join us at DAS (Digital Asset Summit) in London this March! DAS is the #1 institutional conference in crypto, hosted by Blockworks. Use the link below to learn more, and use EMPIRE10 to get 10% off your ticket! Sign up now because the price goes up every month. See you there! Learn more + get your ticket here: https://blockworks.co/event/digital-asset-summit-2024-london/home - - Timestamps: 01:43 Behind the Scenes of ETF Victory 06:06 The Fee Battles 11:07 Implications of the ETF 15:59 Arbitrum Ad 16:44 Harpie Ad 18:00 Outflows & Trading Volume 24:02 Grayscale Roadmap - - Disclaimer: Nothing said on Empire is a recommendation to buy or sell securities or tokens. This podcast is for informational purposes only, and any views expressed by anyone on the show are solely our opinions, not financial advice. Santiago, Jason, and our guests may hold positions in the companies, funds, or projects discussed.

The cryptocurrency market has reached a pivotal moment with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) approving a Bitcoin exchange-traded fund (ETF), a long-awaited development in the crypto world. This historic approval has had an immediate impact on the market, with Bitcoin experiencing a dip and then a bounce back, while Ethereum surged past $2,500, signaling a wave of investor reactions and market recalibrations.Grayscale Investments has claimed a significant victory in this new ETF landscape, boasting the first spot Bitcoin ETF to be traded. This accomplishment not only represents a win for Grayscale but also marks a major step forward for the broader cryptocurrency market, offering investors a more regulated and mainstream avenue for Bitcoin exposure. The SEC's approval and Grayscale's subsequent success are expected to pave the way for more institutional investment and possibly usher in a new era of crypto-financial products.________News Links

For this week's bonus episode, Jacquelyn interviewed Michael Sonnenshein, the CEO at Grayscale Investments.Grayscale is a digital asset investment firm that aims to provide products and services to institutional and individual investors, it is well known for its Grayscale Bitcoin Trust (GBTC) and now, its new bitcoin spot ETF product. The company was founded in 2014 and is one of the world's largest digital asset currency managers. The GBTC fund holds over 3% of the outstanding bitcoin supply, worth tens of billions of dollars.The firm and its executives have made headlines in the past for their tenacious efforts to get their bitcoin spot ETF approved after it was originally denied by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission in June 2022 and later the D.C. Circuit Court of Appeals ruled in favor of it. And now, Grayscale's bitcoin spot ETF was approved. We dive into what a spot bitcoin ETF approval means for GBTC and market demand. We also discussed competition between issuers, fee structures and why regulated bitcoin exposure matters as well as what a spot bitcoin ETF could mean for the crypto space. Chain Reaction comes out every Thursday at 12:00 p.m. ET, so be sure to subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or your favorite pod platform to keep up with the action.

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In a Tuesday, December 26, SEC filing, Grayscale Investments announced that Barry Silbert, the CEO of Digital Currency Group (DCG), the parent company of Grayscale, is resigning from Grayscale's board of directors as of January 1, 2024. According to reports, the SEC is finally warming up to Bitcoin Spot ETF proposals and is expected to make a historic decision by January 10, 2024. The SEC instructed at least two firms to submit final changes by the end of this business week on December 29. ~This episode is sponsored by iTrust Capital~iTrustCapital | Get $100 Funding Reward + No Monthly Fees when you sign up using our custom link! ➜ https://bit.ly/iTrustPaul00:00 Intro00:21 Sponsor: iTrust Capital00:56 BTC Chart01:43 ETF filing deadline03:51 Barry Silbert steps down06:18 Cathie Wood GBTC holdings07:09 SEC's mindset changed08:45 Crypto election year10:47 Crypto "a new category"13:04 When ETH ETF?14:34 Institutions prepping for 202416:59 Crypto has never seen money like this before20:43 Outro#Bitcoin #Crypto #Ethereum~Bitcoin ETF Wave 1 Incoming!

2nd Jan Crypto & Coffee at 8

Rayhaneh Sharif-Askary  is formerly an  Ultra UBS tradFI hustler turned crypto boss At Grayscale Investments, with a penchant for collaborative regulation, investment products that access that digital economy, and mid to advanced level icy skiing. We met in the airport lounge en route to Burkina Faso when she kindly offered me a breath mint and glass cleaner for my J12, neither of which I have returned. We immediately shared a bond of traditional leveraged Financed Sales, getting lost in the Metaverse, Wagner Operas  and subtly recognizing each other's pedigreed pseudo ivy league existences. We would be long time friends. Allegedly.  I have a lot to learn from Ray, she is one of the few women leaders in crypto who strikes critical balance of a nurturing Managing Director with a side order of the perfect ingredients  of fear and obsession without being disturbing. It's a common thread that everyone in the digital asset space holds a deeply unhealthy obsession with their CEO or counter dauphine. I could go on and on about premiums and discounts and the Grayscale Bitcoin Trust and the OJ lawsuit. But I take a pause to leverage my SOL and let Ray explain. In the meantime, I will  focus on my strengths of asking rappers for financial advice and educating the masses thru humor and selective fact checking. In sum, Grayscale is THE crypto asset manager, they offer 18  products, notably GBTC, and sued the SEC when it rejected its transition into an ETF.  According to Ray and court records that I didn't read, the negotiations are going tremendously as the application is currently being reviewed; WAGMI.  Ray is enviously clear on her vision for Grayscale and her team both in and out of Grayscale Decentraland, which in Ray's world is designed  with neo gothic / mid century furniture giving a Joan Didion meets Diana Vreeland aesthetic.  Ray drops vital liquid gold bars of advice on how to be a powerful, elegant yet woman in the workplace,  advice I wish I didn't need as I was not planning on working and living off of my dwindling Filecoin ICO, and alimony. Alas, if you picked up anything from this episode is that Grayscale Bitcoin Trust is one of the first securities solely and passively invested in Bitcoin (“BTC”) that enables investors to gain exposure to BTC in the form of a security while avoiding the challenges of buying, storing, and safekeeping BTC, directly and this episode and anything we say is not not not financial advice. #GlitterLedger #WomenInCrypto #GBTC #SeeYouSeason3 #SeeYouInCourt

James Seyffart is an ETF Research Analyst for Bloomberg Intelligence. In this episode, Seyffart shares why he believes a spot bitcoin ETF approval is on the way and how the market might react to the news. Grayscale Investments' win against the SEC in August over its application to convert its flagship Grayscale Bitcoin Trust (GBTC) product into a spot bitcoin ETF is another major factor in the SEC's potential approval, Seyffart said. “I think the SEC has kind of been backed into a corner here by the judges basically throwing out every decision and reasoning it's used to deny an ETF in the past,” he added. “I think the SEC and Chair Gary Gensler know that they were overplaying their hand a bit and are kind of forced into a corner right now.” OUTLINE: 00:00 - Bitcoin ETFs Overview 04:30 - Bitcoin ETF Decision Timelines 07:47 - Spot Ethereum ETF Odds 09:54 - Spot Bitcoin ETF Odds 18:09 - Grayscale vs. SEC 24:35 - Crypto ETF Nuances 27:03 - Institutional BTC Demand 33:29 - Closing Thoughts

Grayscale Investments CEO Michael Sonnenshein discusses the firm's proposal to launch a Spot Bitcoin ETF. He speaks with Bloomberg's Kailey Leinz. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The SEC is likely to fast-track approvals for multiple Bitcoin ETFs, driven by its recent non-action in a court case against Grayscale Investments, according to JP Morgan analysts. JPMorgan analysts expect a fee war among ETF providers, leading to potential benefits for investors, including a projected $2 billion benefit from fee restructuring at Grayscale's Bitcoin Trust.~This episode is sponsored by iTrust Capital~ iTrustCapital | Get $100 Funding Reward + No Monthly Fees when you sign up using our custom link! ➜ https://bit.ly/iTrustPaul

Join Alex Tapscott and Andrew Young as they decode the world of DeFi and Web3. Listen in as they discuss Cointelegraph's false U.S. Bitcoin ETF approval report, Grayscale Investments' cryptoasset trusts' narrowing spreads, BlackRock CEO Larry Fink's interview on the genuine demand for Bitcoin, Marc Andreessen's recent “The Techno-Optimist,” and more!

Live from the Future Proof Wealth Festival, Jay Williams, former NBA player, TV host and college legend, and Joe McLean of MAI Capital, talk about how investing in sports is exploding as teams and athletes become securities and the athlete is now the asset. Plus, Grayscale Investments prepares for the SEC to greenlight its ETF. Dave Lavalle, head of ETFs at Grayscale tells us what to expect if, and when that happens. And more and more investors are preparing for no landing as inflation ticks higher ahead of the Fed's decision this week. LINKS FOR SHOW NOTES: https://www.federalreserve.gov/data/sloos/sloos-202307.htm https://www.cmegroup.com/markets/interest-rates/cme-fedwatch-tool.html https://www.investopedia.com/what-to-expect-for-the-markets-next-week-4584772 https://www.joemclean.com/ https://www.instagram.com/realjaywilliams/ https://uaw.org/standup/ https://grayscale.com/

Imagine stepping into the world of crypto investments, grappling with the complexities of a new technology and pioneering the charge towards a revolutionary financial product. Our guest, Jennifer Rosenthal, head of communications at Grayscale Investments, has done just that.  On today's episode of What's at Stake, Jennifer gives us a captivating recount of her journey, including how she built Grayscale's communications team and led the company to an impressive victory in the D.C. Court of Appeals. From the nuances of message crafting to the intricacies of litigation preparedness, Jennifer shares insights on how Grayscale navigated communications challenges while  converting their flagship product into an Exchange-Traded Fund. Bryan and Jennifer also discuss how Grayscale is educating people about the importance of a Bitcoin ETF, and why their recent court win is so notable. Join us for this fascinating conversation, offering an inside look into the world of crypto and communications.

CNBC's Bob Pisani spoke with Jan van Eck, CEO of VanEck Associates and Michael Sonnenshein, CEO of Grayscale Investments – along with Alex Morris, President and CIO of F/m Investments. Live from Huntington Beach, California, they discussed the state of semiconductors ahead of ARM Holdings' big debut this week, got the latest on the battle for a bitcoin ETF from the man who just sued the SEC and won, and got an update on the wild year we've seen when it comes to Treasury bond investing. In the “Markets 102” portion, Bob continued the conversation with Jan van Eck.

Grayscale Investments manages funds of digital assets – cryptocurrency – for investors. They just won a case against the US Securities and Exchange Commission, which could eventually let it, or another manager, offer an ETF that holds bitcoin. US Financial Editor Brooke Masters and podcast regular Rob Armstrong talk with Ethan about what a world of crypto for regular investors might look like. Also we go long the US Treasury, and short the administrative state. For a free 90-day trial to the Unhedged newsletter go to: https://www.ft.com/unhedgedofferFollow Ethan Wu (@ethanywu) and Katie Martin (@katie_martin_fx) on X, formerly Twitter. You can email Ethan at ethan.wu@ft.com.Read a transcript of this episode on FT.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On August 29, 2023, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit ruled that the SEC had erred in its denial of Grayscale Investments' application to convert its Grayscale Bitcoin Trust (GBTC) into a spot Bitcoin ETF. The court found that the SEC had failed to adequately explain its reasons for denying the application, and that it had not considered all of the relevant factors.This ruling was seen as a major victory for the crypto industry, and many analysts believed that it would pave the way for the SEC to approve other spot Bitcoin ETFs. However, on August 31, 2023, the SEC issued a statement saying that it would be extending its review period for all spot Bitcoin ETF applications. The agency said that it needed more time to consider the court's ruling and to assess the risks associated with these products.This decision has disappointed many in the crypto industry, who had hoped that the SEC would approve a spot Bitcoin ETF soon. However, it is important to note that the SEC has not actually denied any of the applications. It is still possible that the agency could approve one or more of these products in the future.The SEC's decision to extend its review period is likely due to a number of factors. One factor is the recent volatility in the crypto market. Bitcoin prices have fallen sharply in recent months, and the SEC may be concerned about the risks of market manipulation. Another factor is the lack of regulation in the crypto market. The SEC may be concerned about the lack of oversight of the underlying markets, and how this could affect investors.The SEC's decision is a setback for the crypto industry, but it is not a death knell. The agency is still considering the applications, and it is possible that it could approve one or more of them in the future. However, the delay is likely to dampen investor enthusiasm for these products, and it could make it more difficult for the crypto industry to gain mainstream acceptance.Here are some of the possible reasons why the SEC delayed its decision on spot Bitcoin ETFs:The SEC may be concerned about the risks of market manipulation in the crypto market.The SEC may not be convinced that the underlying markets for Bitcoin are sufficiently regulated.The SEC may be waiting for more clarity from Congress on the regulation of cryptocurrencies.The SEC may be simply taking its time to make a careful decision.Whatever the reason, the SEC's delay is a blow to the crypto industry, which had been hoping for a green light for spot Bitcoin ETFs. It remains to be seen whether the SEC will approve any of these products in the future.

Join Alex Tapscott and Andrew Young as they decode the world of DeFi. Listen in as they discuss Grayscale Investments' victory in its Bitcoin ETF conversion case, first-mover advantage versus reputation among ETF filers, their underlying subscription and redemption processes, crypto market arbitrage trading strategies, friend.tech's design and early growth, Digital Currency Group's deal with Genesis creditors, and more!

Welcome to Chain Reaction. A podcast that unpacks and dives deep into the latest trends, drama and news in crypto with some of the biggest names in the industry to break things down block by block for the crypto curious. For this week's news episode, Jacquelyn interviewed Craig Salm, chief legal officer at Grayscale Investments.Grayscale is a digital asset investment firm that aims to provide products and services, like its Grayscale Bitcoin Trust (GBTC), to institutional and individual investors. The company was founded in 2014 and is one of the world's largest digital asset currency managers. It currently owns 3.4% of outstanding bitcoin, “worth tens of billions of dollars,” according to a recent legal filing. The firm was making headlines this week after the D.C. Circuit Court of Appeals ruled in favor of Grayscale in a lawsuit against the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) on the matter of a bitcoin ETF. This ruling is in response to the SEC denying Grayscale's application to convert its GBTC product into a bitcoin spot ETF in June 2022. We discussed why the ruling matters for Grayscale and its GBTC investment vehicle; as well as what it could mean for the crypto ecosystem and other firms like BlackRock, Citadel and Fidelity that also filed applications for bitcoin spot ETFs. We also talked about the SEC's argued difference between bitcoin futures ETFs, which have been approved by the agency, and bitcoin spot ETFs, which have not been approved by the agency. Not quite caught up on bitcoin ETFs? Here's some TechCrunch coverage:The SEC rejected bitcoin spot ETFs again. Now what?A bitcoin spot ETF could open the floodgates for wider crypto demandAs appeals court rules in favor of Grayscale, a bitcoin spot ETF could be on the horizonChain Reaction comes out every Thursday at 12:00 p.m. ET, so be sure to subscribe to us on  Apple Podcasts, Spotify or your favorite pod platform to keep up with the action.

It's crazy here in Florida as Hurricane Idalia just made landfall—and it seems like some people are preparing for the apocalypse. Stay safe out there, my fellow Floridians.    Bitcoin rallied over 5% on Tuesday following a win in court for asset manager Grayscale Investments vs. the SEC. The SEC had tried to deny Graysale's application to convert its Bitcoin trust into a Bitcoin ETF… but the judge ruled the SEC's decision was “unlawful.” I break down the ruling… why it's super bullish for crypto… and why a Bitcoin ETF would be the beginning of a new era for digital assets.   In fact, the smart money is already investing in the latest evolution of digital assets: tokenization. I explain how tokenization works… why it benefits businesses AND investors… and why BlackRock CEO Larry Fink is calling tokenization “the next generation for markets.”   The bottom line: Crypto is here to stay. In fact, it's one of the best risk/reward opportunities I've ever seen. And every investor needs exposure to this growth sector.   Best Buy (BBY) recently reported earnings that beat analysts' expectations. I go through the results and highlight what sets it apart from other retailers… and why it's primed for long-term success, even as consumers struggle with rising prices.   As we head into September—historically the worst month of the year for stocks—the market is searching for a new catalyst. But despite the uncertainty (and high valuations), there are still plenty of opportunities in the market. Tune in to tomorrow's WSU Premium, where Daniel and I will highlight which sectors we like right now (and reveal a new Dollar Stock Club pick).   In this episode Hurricane Idalia makes landfall [0:32] A huge victory for crypto [8:30] Crypto: The best risk/reward setup I've ever seen [12:35] Tokenization will be the next generation of crypto [15:40] What sets BBY apart from other retailers [18:05] Don't miss tomorrow's WSU Premium [31:23]   Enjoyed this episode? Get Wall Street Unplugged delivered FREE to your inbox each week: www.curzioresearch.com/wall-street-unplugged/   Wall Street Unplugged podcast is available at: --iTunes: itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/wall-street-unplugged-frank/ --Stitcher: www.stitcher.com/podcast/curzio-research/wall-street-unplugged-2 --Website: www.curzioresearch.com/category/podcast/wall-street-unplugged/   Twitter: twitter.com/frankcurzio Facebook:. www.facebook.com/CurzioResearch/ Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/frank-curzio-690561a7/ Website: www.curzioresearch.com

Following a court ruling, the SEC must review its denial of Grayscale Investments' attempt to convert GBTC into an ETF, possibly opening the door to the first U.S. spot bitcoin ETF.In today's episode of "Money Reimagined," Sheila Warren takes the stage solo, delving into the day's updates on the court ruling. She seamlessly transitions into an insightful conversation about the FX market alongside Alex McDougall, CEO of Stablecorp. Stabecorp is a Canadian-based company that has created the Canadian dollar-backed stablecoin QCAD. Disclaimer: Grayscale and CoinDesk share the same parent company, Digital Currency Group (DCG).Links mentioned in the show.Links mentioned in the show : Court Rules SEC Must Review Rejection of Grayscale's Bitcoin ETF Bid, Bitcoin Jumps 5%Bitcoin Jumps 5% on Grayscale Ruling, While Crypto-Related Stocks Soar More Than 10%The Seven Defining Opportunities in “On-Chain” FXMoney Reimagined has been produced and edited by senior producer Michele Musso and our executive producer is Jared Schwartz. Our theme song is “The News Tonight ” by Shimmer. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The cryptocurrency market rallied on Wednesday after Grayscale Investments won an appeal against the SEC in its quest to convert its Bitcoin Trust (GBTC) into a spot Bitcoin ETF. The price of Bitcoin surged as much as 5% in the wake of the ruling, reaching a price of $27,425. The SEC may have also declared war on NFTs, as it argued that NFTs could be considered securities and therefore subject to regulation. Finally, Binance, the world's largest cryptocurrency exchange, has launched crypto bank account payments in Latin America.#crypto#bitcoin#ethereum#nft#sec#grayscale#etf#binance#latinamerica#finance#regulation#technology__________News Links

Following a court ruling, the SEC must review its denial of Grayscale Investments' attempt to convert GBTC into an ETF, possibly opening the door to the first U.S. spot bitcoin ETF.In today's episode of "Money Reimagined," Sheila Warren takes the stage solo, delving into the day's updates on the court ruling. She seamlessly transitions into an insightful conversation about the FX market alongside Alex McDougall, CEO of Stablecorp. Stabecorp is a Canadian-based company that has created the Canadian dollar-backed stablecoin QCAD. Disclaimer: Grayscale and CoinDesk share the same parent company, Digital Currency Group (DCG).Links mentioned in the show.Links mentioned in the show : Court Rules SEC Must Review Rejection of Grayscale's Bitcoin ETF Bid, Bitcoin Jumps 5%Bitcoin Jumps 5% on Grayscale Ruling, While Crypto-Related Stocks Soar More Than 10%The Seven Defining Opportunities in “On-Chain” FXMoney Reimagined has been produced and edited by senior producer Michele Musso and our executive producer is Jared Schwartz. Our theme song is “The News Tonight ” by Shimmer. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

CNBC's Bob Pisani spoke with Matt Hougan, CIO of Bitwise Investments, Craig Salm, Chief Legal Officer for Grayscale Investments and Jeremy Senderowicz, Shareholder at Vedder Price. After Grayscale's big lawsuit against the SEC tipped the scales in favor of the crypto bulls this week, many are hoping this paves a clearer path ahead to finally seeing the nation's first spot bitcoin ETF ever. So, how much closer are we to getting there – and what other key regulatory hurdles remain? In the “Markets 102” portion, Bob continued the conversation with Matt Hougan from Bitwise Investments.

The most valuable crypto stories for Tuesday, August 29, 2023."The Hash" tackles today's hot topics, including a federal court ruling that the SEC must review its rejection of Grayscale Investments' attempt to convert the Grayscale Bitcoin Trust (GBTC) into an ETF. Bitcoin is surging on the news. Grayscale and CoinDesk are both owned by DCG. Separately, the SEC issued its first NFT-related enforcement action. And, some former FTX users are getting hit by a new phishing attack on their FTX-registered emails.See also:Bitcoin Jumps 5% on Grayscale Ruling, While Crypto-Related Stocks Soar More Than 10%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 AttackThis episode has been edited by senior producer Michele Musso and the executive producer is Jared Schwartz. Our theme song is “Neon Beach.”See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Bloomberg News Digital Currencies Reporter Hannah Miller explains how Grayscale Investments has moved closer to launching a spot-based Bitcoin exchange-traded fund in the US after a three-judge appeals panel in Washington overturned a decision by the SEC to block the ETF. Bloomberg Intelligence Senior Technology Analyst Woo Jin Ho breaks down HPE and HPQ earnings. Bloomberg Businessweek Editor Joel Weber and Bloomberg News Israel Bureau Chief Ethan Bronner share the details of Ethan's Businessweek Magazine story A Fragile Real Estate Boom Emerges in Palestinian Territories. And we Drive to the Close with Nicole Webb, SVP and Financial Advisor at Wealth Enhancement Group.Hosts: Carol Massar and Tim Stenovec. Producer: Paul Brennan. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is reportedly poised to greenlight a series of applications for Ether futures exchange-traded funds (ETFs) concurrently. This is a significant development for the crypto industry, as it would make it easier for investors to gain exposure to Ethereum without having to directly buy and store the cryptocurrency.Currently, there are at least 16 applications for Ether or Bitcoin-Ether futures ETFs awaiting regulatory clearance from the SEC. These applications have been filed by a variety of investment firms, including ProShares, Valkyrie Investments, and Grayscale Investments.If the SEC does approve these applications, it would be a major victory for the crypto industry. It would also be a sign that the SEC is becoming more comfortable with the idea of cryptocurrencies.The approval of Ether futures ETFs would likely have a positive impact on the price of Ethereum. This is because it would make it easier for investors to buy and sell Ethereum, which would increase demand for the cryptocurrency.The approval of Ether futures ETFs would also likely benefit Coinbase, the largest cryptocurrency exchange in the United States. Coinbase is already a major player in the Ethereum ecosystem, and the approval of Ether futures ETFs would likely lead to increased trading activity on its platform.However, it is important to note that the SEC has not yet approved any Ether futures ETFs. It is possible that the SEC could decide to deny these applications, or that it could impose strict regulations on these products.Another cryptocurrency that could benefit from the approval of Ether futures ETFs is Solana. Solana is a newer cryptocurrency that is designed to be more scalable and efficient than Ethereum. If Ether futures ETFs become popular, it is possible that investors would start to look for alternatives to Ethereum, such as Solana.Overall, the approval of Ether futures ETFs would be a major development for the crypto industry. It would make it easier for investors to gain exposure to Ethereum, and it could lead to increased demand for the cryptocurrency. It would also likely benefit Coinbase and other cryptocurrency exchanges.Here are some additional thoughts on the potential impact of Ether futures ETFs:The approval of Ether futures ETFs could help to legitimize the crypto industry and attract more institutional investors.It could also lead to increased innovation in the crypto space, as developers look for ways to create new products and services that are compatible with ETFs.However, there are also some potential risks associated with Ether futures ETFs. For example, investors could lose money if the price of Ethereum falls. Additionally, ETFs could be used to manipulate the price of Ethereum.Overall, the approval of Ether futures ETFs is a significant development that could have a major impact on the crypto industry. It is important to weigh the potential benefits and risks before investing in these products.

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.

Michael Sonnenshein, CEO of Grayscale Investments, gives an overview of his firm's case against the SEC, which has denied requests to turn Grayscale's bitcoin trust into an exchange-traded fund (ETF). With oral arguments kicking off March 7, Sonnenshein lays out what a worst-case “tender offer” would entail and whether DCG CEO Barry Silbert has any say over GBTC's fate.  Show highlights: why Grayscale charges higher fees than, say, the average ETF what Grayscale will do if it loses its case against the SEC why Grayscale has not filed for Regulation M relief Michael's comments on Gemini liquidating 31 million shares of GBTC the reason behind the October 2022 timing of Grayscale changing GBTC's “authorized participant” the relationship between Grayscale and DCG, and Barry Silbert's involvement in Grayscale's operations why the trust agreement of GBTC was changed Thank you to our sponsors! Crypto.com Guest Michael Sonnenshein: Twitter Links CNBC: Court sets date for oral arguments in Grayscale's challenge of SEC's bitcoin ETF decision Reuters:  Grayscale would appeal lawsuit against SEC if court rejects case, CEO says Ruling in Grayscale-U.S. SEC lawsuit likely within a year MarketWatch: Grayscale may ‘ultimately' consider tender offer for bitcoin trust, CEO says CoinTelegraph: Grayscale terminates Bitcoin trust material agreements with Genesis CoinDesk: Grayscale Slams SEC's 'Unreasonable' Barring of Spot Bitcoin ETFs Bloomberg: Hedge Fund Sues Grayscale for Data on Battered Bitcoin Trust Bitcoinist: Here's What A Reg M Will Entail For Genesis, DCG And Bitcoin Why Investment Experts Say a Spot Bitcoin ETF Would Be Superior to Bitcoin Futures ETFs by Laura Shin Andrew Parish's tweet on the possibility of the case going to the Supreme Court Grayscale's End of Year CEO Letter to Investors Ycharts: GBTC Discount or Premium to NAV Previous coverage of Unchained on GBTC:  Bitwise's Latest Plans to Get a Bitcoin ETF Approved DCG's Dilemma: Should It Sell Its GBTC Holdings to Repay Gemini? Gemini vs. DCG Is Heating Up. Could Gemini Force Genesis Into Bankruptcy? ‘The Last Big Whale': Why the Crypto Contagion of 2022 Eventually Hit Genesis Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices