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Matt and Nic are back with another week of news and deals. In this episode: Nic comes out against the SBR on Bloomberg More Prometheum nonsense MicroStrategy acquired an additional 15,350 BTC for roughly $1.5 billion, bringing the company's total holdings to 439,000 BTC. Microstrategy was also added to the Nasdaq 100 this week, which will lead to the stock's inclusion in several large ETFs including Invesco's QQQ. Anchorage Digital has received New York BitLicense approval, enabling them to offer digital asset custody and trading services to more customers in the state such as RIAs and other institutional asset managers. The US Senate scrapped a vote to renominate SEC Commissioner Caroline Crenshaw in response to immense backlash from the crypto community, led by Coinbase-backed non-profit Stand With Crypto, for Commissioner Crenshaw's treatment of the digital asset industry. A Texas state representative, Giovanni Capriglione, introduced a bill for the state to create a strategic Bitcoin reserve. Riot Platforms, the publicly traded Bitcoin miner, acquired 667 BTC this week for $67.4 million to add to their balance sheet, bringing their total holdings to 17,429 BTC. The NFT collection CyberKongz announced they had received a Wells Notice from the SEC. A California judge sided with Coinbase in a suit brought by BiT Global over the exchange's delisting of wBTC. Coinbase had recently moved to remove the asset, a tokenized version of BTC tradeable on Ethereum-based networks, following BiT Global, a custodian closely affiliated with Tron founder Justin Sun, assuming custody services for wBTC. Sponsor notes: Coin Metrics, State of the Network's Q4 2024 Mining Data Special A quarterly update on Bitcoin mining in Q4 2024
Bitcoin smashes through another all time high. The SEC meanwhile has sent a Wells Notice of their intent to sue Cyberkongz. The question is whether it's just the Enforcement Division clearing out their desks, or the start of an 11th hour assault. Enjoying this content? SUBSCRIBE to the Podcast: https://pod.link/1438693620 Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/nathanielwhittemorecrypto Subscribe to the newsletter: https://breakdown.beehiiv.com/ Join the discussion: https://discord.gg/VrKRrfKCz8 Follow on Twitter: NLW: https://twitter.com/nlw Breakdown: https://twitter.com/BreakdownNLW
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LastPass threat actor steals $5.4M from victims just a week before XmasGrayscale Horizen Trust is now available to eligible investorsSEC issues Wells Notice to Unicoin as Gary Genslers tenure nears endNigeria arrests nearly 800 in raid on crypto pig butchering hub
06th Nov: Blockchain DXB Podcast
Crypto News: SEC Gary Gensler sends Immutable a wells notice. 21Shares files for XRP Spot ETF. UBS tokenizing on Ethereum.Show Sponsor -
On today's episode, we discuss the recent macro and equity market downturn over the past 24 hours, analyze the implications of Immutable's recent Wells Notice, and delve into how regulatory pressures from the SEC may be stifling crypto innovation in the United States. We also examine intriguing developments in meme coins, including an instance involving $3 million worth of tokens tied to Bitcoin meme coin on Ethereum. Tune in live every weekday Monday through Friday from 9:00 AM Eastern to 10:15 AM. Buy our NFT Join our Discord Check out our Twitter Check out our YouTube Give us your thoughts on the show by leaving a rating. -- DISCLAIMER: You should never treat any opinion expressed by the hosts of this content as a recommendation to make a particular investment, or to follow a particular strategy. The thoughts and commentary on this show are an expression of the hosts' opinions and are for entertainment and informational purposes only. This show is never financial advice.
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09th Oct: Blockchain DXB Podcast
Another lesson on why investors should stay away from derivatives The well-known mutual fund company, Franklin Templeton, has a division known as Western Asset Management, WAM. Please do not confuse that with our investment firm, Wilsey Asset Management, also referred to as WAM. Western Asset Management received a Wells Notice from the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), which informed them that the agency was planning on enforcing some action against them. From the spring of 2021 through the autumn of 2022, the manager Ken Leech, who by the way has now taken a leave of absence, did 17,000 treasury derivative trades. The fund performance was horrendous and the three funds he managed lost as much as half of their assets as investors sold their shares. There is nothing proven yet, but if you hold these funds or other Franklin funds, I would definitely be selling my shares and looking elsewhere. I have known the Franklin funds for nearly 30 years and it is disappointing to see this type of news for that company. Full disclosure, we stopped using their funds well over 20 years ago and have zero dollars invested with them at this time Boring inflation report likely secures a 0.25% interest rate cut next week August headline CPI rose 2.5% compared to last year, which was below the estimate of 2.6% and marked the lowest reading since February 2021. The headline number benefitted from energy prices that were 4.0% lower than last year, largely thanks to a 10.3% decline in gasoline prices. The other normally volatile category, food, was also quite subdued as it showed an increase of just 2.1% compared to last August. Food at home showed a small increase of just 0.9%, while food away from home was up 4.0%. Core CPI, which excludes food and energy was up 3.2% compared to last year, which matched the reading in July. The lack of progress on core CPI is the main reason I believe a 0.25% cut will be preferred over a 0.50% cut at next week's Federal Reserve meeting. Shelter really remains the key hurdle for core CPI as it increased 5.2% compared to last year and accounted for about 70% of the increase in core CPI. The shelter number is still puzzling to me considering the BLS New Tenant Rent Index actually fell 1% in the second quarter. At some point these shelter costs in the CPI will come down, I'm just shocked at how long that process is taking. Auto insurance continues to steal the show in terms of large gains as the category was up 16.5% compared to last year. A positive for the category as we move forward is both used cars & trucks (-10.4%) and new vehicles (-1.2%) saw declines compared to last year. While high, motor vehicle and maintenance (+5.1%) has cooled from earlier levels. This should all lead to more subdued auto insurance inflation next year. Diet drugs could cause health insurance premiums to skyrocket Weight loss drugs have become very popular as an easy way to lose weight, but who is going to pay for this more expensive option? Some of the drugs cost about $13,000 a year and there are now some discount versions that were recently announced that will still be around $6,000 to $7,000 a year if you're willing to get a separate needle and vile to inject yourself, rather than using the autoinjector version. It is estimated that in 2024, Zepbound and Mounjaro combined sales will reach $18.3 billion. In 2025, it is estimated that the sales for these two drugs will hit $28.7 billion. What people do not realize is the strain this is beginning to put on the US healthcare system. Insurance companies make money by collecting insurance premiums from many people and calculating out what they will likely have to pay out in claims. It is obvious that if claims will be rising because of the high cost of these diet drugs paired with many people using them, the only solution is to increase insurance premiums. Some insurance plans and even Medicare won't pay for the weight loss drugs to help with weight loss but ways around it include saying they reduce the risk of heart failure, sleep apnea, and stroke. I believe to help correct the situation, these drugs need more competition to bring more supply to the market and reduce prices. I know of a couple of other companies like Pfizer and Viking Therapeutics that are very close to releasing their own weight loss drugs. Hopefully these additions will dramatically reduce the cost of these drugs so that people can pay for them out of pocket and leave the insurance companies to cover the big expenses our healthcare system incurs. Tax benefit of owning a house Everyone likes to talk about the tax benefits of owning a home, but it's important to understand what the true benefit is before deciding to purchase. When buying a home, the property taxes and mortgage interest are itemized deductions that can reduce taxable income for federal and state taxes. However, you need enough itemized deductions to exceed the standard deduction in order to receive any tax benefit. For married couples, the federal standard deduction is $29,200 and the California standard deduction is about $11,000. If you own a home but your total federal itemized deductions after paying your mortgage and property taxes are only $25,000, you won't receive any federal tax benefit even though those expenses are technically deductible because you will still end up claiming the higher standard deduction. This situation is more common for people who have owned their home for a while because their property taxes are generally lower due to Prop 13 and they likely would have refinanced their mortgage when rates were lower which reduces the amount of interest they can claim. For people buying new homes, there are typically more expenses which can result in tax savings. On the federal side, the most common itemized deductions are mortgage interest on loans up to $750,000, state income and property taxes capped at $10,000, and charitable giving. In California mortgage interest is deductible on loans up to $1,000,000, property taxes but not state income taxes are deductible, and charitable gifts are deductible. If you are buying a $500k home, your tax savings will likely be between $4,000 and $6,000 per year; with a $1 million home, it's likely between $10,000 and $12,000 per year; and with a $2 million home, it's likely between $15,000 and $20,000 per year. The actual tax savings will vary based on the value of the home, the loan balance, the interest rate, and your tax bracket. It's always great to reduce taxes, but this means you are paying anywhere from $40,000 to upwards of $100,000 in interest and taxes to get those levels of tax savings. Also keep in mind that taxes are likely to change in 2026 which will largely increase the tax benefit of owning a home. As with any financial decision, it is important to understand the whole picture when buying a home, not just the potential tax benefits. Companies Discussed: Topgolf Callaway Brands (MODG), United States Steel(X), McDonald's (MCD)
-- Timestamps: 00:00 intro 02:00 Historic Empire Month 04:00 Korean Blockchain Week 07:44 Asia Startup Ecosystem 18:54 Social Growth 23:50 Wells Notice & CFTC 36:00 Anoma ad 37:02 Mantle Ad 38:02 Polygon Ad 39:10 Re.al Ad 40:11 Is Crypto Good? 54:16 Quiet Quitting in Crypto --
05th Sep: Blockchain DXB Podcast
Drop 1: NuFi adds Cardano to Metamaskhttps://nu.fi/metamaskDrop 2: MakerDAO rebrands to Skyhttps://blockworks.co/news/maker-rebrands-as-sky-dai-will-be-changed-to-usdsDrop 3: Cardano Chang Hard Forkhttps://docs.cardano.org/about-cardano/evolution/upgrades/chang/More: Revoke Cash adds Webacy to improve self custodial wallet security https://world.webacy.com/revoke-cash/Coinbase trials AI to AI crypto paymentshttps://x.com/brian_armstrong/status/1829623778726592804Crypto companies poured over $119 million toward influencing US federal electionshttps://www.citizen.org/article/big-crypto-big-spending-2024/Bridge raises $58m for stablecoin API to enable real world B2B paymentshttps://www.coindesk.com/business/2024/08/30/bridge-fundraising-for-stablecoin-based-payments-network-totals-58m-report/Hong Kong launches Project Ensemble sandbox for wCBDC, tokenizationhttps://www.ledgerinsights.com/hong-kong-launches-project-ensemble-sandbox-for-wcbdc-tokenization/State of Wyoming plans stablecoin WST in 1Q2025https://www.ledgerinsights.com/state-of-wyoming-plans-stablecoin-issuance/Gartner blockchain hype cycle: stablecoins to go mainstream within two yearshttps://www.ledgerinsights.com/gartner-hype-cycle-stablecoins-to-go-mainstream-within-two-years/Bitcoin Layer-2 Network Stacks Begins Nakamoto Upgrade to boost transaction speeds on Stacks and allow smart contracts to Bitcoin as a base layerhttps://www.coindesk.com/tech/2024/08/28/bitcoin-layer-2-network-stacks-begins-nakamoto-upgrade/OpenSea Gets 'Wells Notice' From SEC due to NFTs Sold on Platform being alleged 'Securities'https://www.coindesk.com/policy/2024/08/28/opensea-gets-wells-notice-from-sec-calling-nfts-sold-on-platform-securities/. Redes sociais / comms.. Instagram.com/blockdropspodcast.. Twitter.com/blockdropspod.. Blockdrops.lens .. https://warpcast.com/mauriciomagaldi.. youtube.com/@BlockDropsPodcast.. Meu conteúdo em inglês twitter.com/0xmauricio.. Newsletter do linkedin https://www.linkedin.com/build-relation/newsletter-follow?entityUrn=7056680685142454272.. blockdropspodcast@gmail.com.. Spotify / iColab / Febraban Tech / Other major platforms
Drop 1: NuFi adds Cardano to Metamaskhttps://nu.fi/metamaskDrop 2: MakerDAO rebrands to Skyhttps://blockworks.co/news/maker-rebrands-as-sky-dai-will-be-changed-to-usdsDrop 3: Cardano Chang Hard Forkhttps://docs.cardano.org/about-cardano/evolution/upgrades/chang/. Because the week was packful of news, here's.. More: Revoke Cash adds Webacy to improve self custodial wallet security https://world.webacy.com/revoke-cash/Coinbase trials AI to AI crypto paymentshttps://x.com/brian_armstrong/status/1829623778726592804Crypto companies poured over $119 million toward influencing US federal electionshttps://www.citizen.org/article/big-crypto-big-spending-2024/Bridge raises $58m for stablecoin API to enable real world B2B paymentshttps://www.coindesk.com/business/2024/08/30/bridge-fundraising-for-stablecoin-based-payments-network-totals-58m-report/Hong Kong launches Project Ensemble sandbox for wCBDC, tokenizationhttps://www.ledgerinsights.com/hong-kong-launches-project-ensemble-sandbox-for-wcbdc-tokenization/State of Wyoming plans stablecoin WST in 1Q2025https://www.ledgerinsights.com/state-of-wyoming-plans-stablecoin-issuance/Gartner blockchain hype cycle: stablecoins to go mainstream within two yearshttps://www.ledgerinsights.com/gartner-hype-cycle-stablecoins-to-go-mainstream-within-two-years/Bitcoin Layer-2 Network Stacks Begins Nakamoto Upgrade to boost transaction speeds on Stacks and allow smart contracts to Bitcoin as a base layerhttps://www.coindesk.com/tech/2024/08/28/bitcoin-layer-2-network-stacks-begins-nakamoto-upgrade/OpenSea Gets 'Wells Notice' From SEC due to NFTs Sold on Platform being alleged 'Securities'https://www.coindesk.com/policy/2024/08/28/opensea-gets-wells-notice-from-sec-calling-nfts-sold-on-platform-securities/ . Redes sociais / comms.. Instagram.com/blockdropspodcast.. Twitter.com/blockdropspod.. Blockdrops.lens .. https://warpcast.com/mauriciomagaldi.. youtube.com/@BlockDropsPodcast.. Meu conteúdo em inglês twitter.com/0xmauricio.. Newsletter do linkedin https://www.linkedin.com/build-relation/newsletter-follow?entityUrn=7056680685142454272.. blockdropspodcast@gmail.com
On August 28th, the Securities and Exchange Commission issued a Wells Notice to OpenSea, notifying the largest NFT marketplace that it is under investigation for operating as an unlicensed exchange, labeling the NFTs traded on the platform as securities. Founder & CEO of OpenSea, Devin Finzer, posted that “[t]his is a move into uncharted territory. By targeting NFTs, the SEC would stifle innovation on an even broader scale: hundreds of thousands of online artists and creatives are at risk, and many do not have the resources to defend themselves. NFTs are fundamentally creative goods: art, collectibles, video game items, domain names, event tickets, and more.” In this very first Naavik Gaming emergency podcast, your host, Niko Vuori, sits down with Naavik web3 analyst Devin Becker and web3 operator Steven Wade to digest the news and discuss what this might mean for web3 gaming. Here's Devin Finzer's post announcing the Wells Notice. You can find Niko, Devin and Steven on LinkedIn.We'd also like to thank Overwolf for making this episode possible! Whether you're a gamer, creator, or game studio, Overwolf is the ultimate destination for integrating UGC in games! You can check out all Overwolf has to offer at https://www.overwolf.com/.If you like the episode, please help others find us by leaving a 5-star rating or review! And if you have any comments, requests, or feedback shoot us a note at podcast@naavik.co. Watch the episode: YouTube ChannelFor more episodes and details: Podcast WebsiteFree newsletter: Naavik DigestFollow us: Twitter | LinkedIn | WebsiteSound design by Gavin Mc Cabe.
The SEC's latest enforcement action is targeting NFTs, and OpenSea is in the crosshairs. In this episode, crypto lawyer Preston Byrne joins to unpack the implications of the SEC's Wells Notice to OpenSea and what it might mean for the platform and the broader NFT market. Could Section 230 of the Communications Decency Act provide a unique defense for OpenSea? Preston also dives into other recent SEC moves, including cases against Stoner Cats, Impact Theory, and more. Lastly, with the 2024 elections looming and political divides sharpening, is the SEC overreaching in its approach to crypto? Show highlights: Why Preston believes that the SEC will go after OpenSea for being an unregistered securities exchange What the Stoner Cats case was about and why it was not a strong enforcement action, according to Preston Why OpenSea's defense against the SEC may hinge on Section 230 protections for user-generated content, setting it apart from traditional exchanges like Coinbase or Binance How the clear-cut promises made by Impact Theory about potential returns made their NFTs resemble securities, unlike the typical art-focused NFTs on OpenSea Why Nate Chastain's NFT insider trading case is unlikely to impact the SEC's potential lawsuit against OpenSea Whether the $4 million settlement by Dapper Labs over NBA Top Shot NFTs likely represents little relevance to OpenSea's SEC issues What a Wells notice signals about the SEC's likelihood of suing OpenSea and why they might feel confident about winning this case How Jonathan Mann and Brian Frye's lawsuit for clarity on NFTs as securities highlights the SEC's potentially overreaching stance in its possible case against OpenSea How Trump's careful language around his NFT collection likely minimizes SEC risk by avoiding investment promises and focusing on their use as digital collectibles Whether the SEC's actions could reinforce the divide among crypto voters, with Trump promising a crypto-friendly stance and Harris likely continuing a more adversarial approach Visit our website for breaking news, analysis, op-eds, articles to learn about crypto, and much more: unchainedcrypto.com Thank you to our sponsors! iTrustCapital Polkadot Token 2049 Mantle's FBTC Gemini Guest Preston Byrne, Managing Partner at Byrne & Storm Links Wells notice Original announcement by X by OpenSea's CEO Devin Finzer Unchained: OpenSea's Wells Notice From the SEC Could Prove ‘Disastrous' Recent cases Unchained: Are NFTs Securities Offerings? Two Artists Sue the SEC to Find Out The Defiant: NFTs Are Securities? All Eyes Turn to Top Shot Case Reuters: US regulator fines Stoner Cats creator for offering NFTs Ex-OpenSea manager sentenced to 3 months in prison for NFT insider trading Hester Peirce's dissent on the Stoner Cats case Others Paper: The Economic Reality of NFT Securities. Mondaq: Defining NFTs: Property, Securities, Or Commodities? National Post: Trump's newest NFTs show him as superhero, boxer and motorcyclist Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction 02:11 - SEC targets OpenSea: Unregistered exchange? 03:58 - Stoner Cats case: Weak for SEC? 07:42 - OpenSea's defense: Section 230 protections 13:15 - Impact Theory's promises vs. OpenSea's NFTs 15:34 - Nate Chastain's case 17:15 - Dapper Labs settlement: Relevance to OpenSea 18:56 - Wells notice: SEC's confidence to sue 19:48 - Mann & Frye's lawsuit: SEC overreach? 22:39 - Trump's NFT strategy: Minimizing SEC risk 24:53 - What this Wells notice says about the presidential election 58:25 - News Recap Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Welcome back to the Bankless Friday Weekly Rollup. First up, why Telegram founder Pavel Durov was arrested in France and what it means for the future of privacy. Then, drama at the Ethereum Foundation as they sell $100M worth of ETH. And finally, the latest Wells Notice from the SEC, which company got it? ------
What's next, Pokemon and Magic the Gathering as securities? NLW covers the SEC sending a Wells Notice to Open Sea claiming NFTs are securities. Enjoying this content? SUBSCRIBE to the Podcast: https://pod.link/1438693620 Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/nathanielwhittemorecrypto Subscribe to the newsletter: https://breakdown.beehiiv.com/ Join the discussion: https://discord.gg/VrKRrfKCz8 Follow on Twitter: NLW: https://twitter.com/nlw Breakdown: https://twitter.com/BreakdownNLW
Malware is a non-technical look at the tech news of the week. This week, Deana and Natasha break down some happenings from the news: Telegram Founder Arrest Nvidia Earnings Report AI Hugs Prediction Market Volume - Drift news Opensea Wells Notice Subscribe to the Boys Club newsletter here! Boys Club is proudly supported by Kraken. Kraken is a crypto exchange for everyone.
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news Bitcoin is up .5% at $60,108 Eeth is up .5% at $2,555 And Binance Coin, up .5% at $544 Telegram CEO Pavel Durov indicted by French Court. Donald Trump releases 4th NFT drop OpenSea served Wells Notice by SEC. IREN reports record bitcoin mining revenue. MakerDAO drops X handle EMC raises $20M. Peregrine Exploration raises 3.6M Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
A daily update on what's happening in the Rocket Pool community on Discord, Twitter, Reddit, and the DAO forum. #RocketPool #rpl #Ethereum #eth #crypto #cryptocurrency #staking #news Podcast RSS: https://anchor.fm/s/cd29a3d8/podcast/rss Anchor.fm: https://anchor.fm/rocket-fuel Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0Mvta9d2MsKq2u62w8RSoo Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/rocket-fuel/id1655014529 0:00 - Welcome Rocket Pool news 0:42 - Rewards night https://discord.com/channels/405159462932971535/894377118828486666/1278235547835306096 https://discord.com/channels/405159462932971535/894377118828486666/1278594752219971626 3:05 - 1kx rpl sent to Binance https://discord.com/channels/405159462932971535/405163713063288832/1278427802760380448 5:50 - pDAO treasury report https://dao.rocketpool.net/t/pdao-2024-08-01-2024-08-29-treasury-report/3225 7:12 - Trading up to tricks again https://discord.com/channels/405159462932971535/405163713063288832/1278748640915099680 Ethereum news 10:01 - SEC send Wells Notice to OpenSea https://x.com/dfinzer/status/1828791832009953706 https://x.com/songadaymann/status/1828793552714842541 https://x.com/jchervinsky/status/1828797291978703139 https://x.com/haydenzadams/status/1828798694495604867 https://x.com/opensea/status/1828792747605782793 16:42 - Vitalik talks airdrops https://x.com/VitalikButerin/status/1828727585204842867 20:43 - ETH ETF inflow day https://farside.co.uk/eth/ https://x.com/NateGeraci/status/1828617902204825864 25:10 - Sony hyping Soneium https://x.com/soneium/status/1828606372574859575 27:28 - Arbitrum audit fund https://x.com/OpenZeppelin/status/1828894414007349291 28:40 - What can L2s do? https://x.com/VitalikButerin/status/1828843846496813109 30:26 - ETHGlobal locations for 2025 https://x.com/ETHGlobal/status/1828852928746066127 https://x.com/liamihorne/status/1828870956309176749 32:22 - The “new internet” https://x.com/samanthajmarin/status/1828898065958482110 In other news 33:58 - Ton blockchain down https://x.com/degeneratenews/status/1828605993527201896?s=46 https://x.com/0xMert_/status/1828640927180804100 https://x.com/AminCad/status/1828654496173736063 https://x.com/BanklessHQ/status/1828850924795953605 36:22 - Binance seizes crypto https://x.com/Megatron_ron/status/1828569269791342862 https://x.com/SimonDixonTwitt/status/1828731411848724743 https://x.com/L0laL33tz/status/1828809695852630475 https://x.com/ShaykhSulaiman/status/1828830523508363449
It's another one of those days where Bitcoin's price stagnation lures you into believing it's been a quiet 24 hours in crypto — but don't make that mistake! Popular NFT marketplace OpenSea has received a Wells notice from the SEC, indicating a potential enforcement action, a South Korean CEO on trial for his role in allegedly stealing over $800 million worth of crypto has been stabbed in court by a victim, Inferno Drainer usage sees a spike, and one analyst has highlighted an altcoin buy signal that hasn't been this strong in over three years. For all of this and much more, carve out just 10 minutes from your day to get up-to-speed on all the latest crypto news.Further reading:Bitcoin price at 11x S&P 500 signals BTC is ‘rolling over' — AnalystBitcoin Runes records 15.6M NFT transactions in 4 monthsOpenSea marketplace receives Wells notice from the SECSouth Korean crypto CEO stabbed in court during Haru Invest fraud trialInferno Drainer usage triples as crypto scams soar in 2024 Altcoins at ‘sell your house' levels amid flashing buy signals, says traderRise'n'Crypto is brought to you by Cointelegraph and is hosted and produced by Robert Baggs. You can follow Robert on Twitter and LinkedIn. Cointelegraph's Twitter: @CointelegraphCointelegraph's website: cointelegraph.comThe views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast are its participants' alone and do not necessarily reflect or represent the views and opinions of Cointelegraph. This podcast (and any related content) is for entertainment purposes only and does not constitute financial advice, nor should it be taken as such. Everyone must do their own research and make their own decisions. The podcast's participants may or may not own any of the assets mentioned.
29th Aug: Crypto & Coffee at 8
Bestel je BitAxe hierSaaie week qua prijs, boeiende week qua nieuws. Telegrambaas Pavel Durov werd namelijk opgepakt in Frankrijk. Hij deed, met zijn app Telegram, te weinig om illegale content tegen te gaan. Daarnaast praten we over onze Satoshi Radio Mining Pool. Waarom gaan we dit op poten zetten? Bart vertelt je waarom hij de laatste tijd weer zo enthousiast is over dit soort bitcoin initiatieven. En ondanks de saaie markt weet Bert toch weer een boeiende marktupdate neer te zetten. Veel plezier!Probeer Bitcoin Alpha 2 weken gratis!Satoshi Radio wordt mede mogelijk gemaakt door: Amdax, Watson Law, HVK Stevens en onze hoofdsponsor Bitvavo.Timestamps(00:00:00) Welkom en Podcast Introductie(00:02:00) De Satoshi Radio Mining Pool(00:15:00) Poll van vorige week en vragen van luisteraars(00:21:00) Bookmark van Peter: OpenSEA krijgt een Wells Notice op de mat.(00:37:00) Bookmark van Bart: What a time to be alive(00:55:00) Bookmark van Peter: David Marcus laat de UMA standaard zien(00:59:00) Bookmark van Bert: Generally speaking, most normal people have zero interest in Bitcoin(01:05:00) Bookmark van Peter: Pavel Durov opgepakt in Frankrijk(01:33:45) Marktupdate(02:03:58) EindeBookmarksBert:Generally speaking, most normal people have zero interest in BitcoinBart:What a time to be aliveBTCPay + Strike APILNBits heeft eindelijk een user managerPeter:SEC geeft NFT-platform OpenSea een gele kaartReactie van Tyler Winklevoss (Gemini)Reactie van Luke MartinReactie van Jake ChervinskyReactie van Kathryn HaunReactie van Brian ArmstrongBitcoin Alpha: “De strategie van Gary Gensler”12 Franse aanklachten voor Telegram-ceo Pavel DurovTON-netwerk tot twee keer toe platIsraël bevriest Binance-tegoeden van Palestijnen?Sky: de nieuwe identiteit van MakerDAODavid Marcus geeft voorproefje van UMA-betaling
OpenSea receives a Wells notice from the SEC. Starknet introduces support for parallel execution. Centrifuge launches an RWA lending market. And Fluidkey releases its private transactions tool. Read more: https://ethdaily.io/539
Het is ongelofelijk maar toch echt waar: een deel van de verloren bitcoin van de Mt.Gox-exchangel lijkt te gaan worden uitgekeerd aan de slachtoffers. Van de 850.000 verdwenen munten krijgen slachtoffers 143.000 bitcoin terug. Het grootste deel van de coins is nog altijd spoorloos. Inmiddels weten we dat de bitcoin in een maanden- of zelfs jarenlange hack geruisloos van Mt.Gox gestolen werd. Al die tijd had de leiding van het bedrijf niets in de gaten. Het doet daarmee denken aan het drama en mismanagement rond FTX. Inmiddels is wél duidelijk dat het hoogstwaarschijnlijk Russen zijn geweest die achter de hack van Mt. Gox zitten. Het witwassen zou voor een groot deel voor de rekening van Alexander Vinnik zijn gekomen. Met zijn exchange BTC-E zou hij 300.000 bitcoin hebben witgewassen. Wat er uiteindelijk met de buit is gebeurd is niet helemaal duidelijk. Wel laat het maar zien dat het érg lastig is om een grote hoeveelheid bitcoin te stelen en vervolgens ook weer kwijt te raken. Ondertussen is er veel nieuws over Ethereum deze week. De ETF voor Eth lijkt deze óf komende week echt in de handel te gaan. Het is nog maar de vraag of dat direct voor grote prijsschokken gaat zorgen, maar positief nieuws is het wel. Ook staakt beurswaakhond SEC een belangrijk onderzoek naar de ontwikkelaars bij Consensys. Het bedrijf kan je het best kennen als de drijvende kracht achter de Metamask-wallet, de belangrijkste manier om Ethereum vast te houden. De SEC had een zogeheten Wells Notice afgegeven voor het bedrijf, wat een signaal is dat er een onderzoek gaat starten. Nu trekt de beurswaakhond zich dus terug, wat erop kan wijzen dat Ether voorzichtig als commodity (een goed, vergelijkbaar met staal, hout, olie of bitcoin) beschouwd kan worden. Co-host zijn Daniël Mol en Bert Slagter. Gasten Bert Slagter Daniël Mol Links Mt. Gox start met terugbetalen SEC stopt onderzoek naar Consensys Host Herbert Blankesteijn Redactie Daniël MolSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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This week, I'm joined by guest co-host Mai Santamaria, the head of the financial advisory unit for the Department of Finance in Ireland. We delve into the world of digital identity, discussing the projects of World ID and TON, iris and palm scanning, and how humans are incentivized to digitalize their identity. Mai and I explore the broader implications of digital identity on economic freedoms and the geopolitical landscape that influences the sovereignty of digital infrastructure. Additionally, we touch upon the impact of digital identity in securing basic human rights and the potential shifts towards universal basic income facilitated by emerging technologies. The discussion also includes insights into the challenges and opportunities presented by decentralization, the significance of maintaining digital infrastructure sovereignty, and the ongoing regulatory hurdles faced by companies at the intersection of finance and technology. TIMESTAMPS: 02:54 The Evolution and Impact of Digital Identity Technologies 03:31 World ID, TON and Digital Identity: A Closer Look 08:45 Exploring the Future of Universal Basic Income and Digital Identity 14:07 The Ethical and Practical Implications of Digital Identity Verification 15:57 Reflecting on the Broader Implications of Digital Identity and Personhood 20:34 Exploring Mobile Wallet Security and User Comfort 21:26 Revolutionizing SIM Technology with eSIMs and Wallet Integration 23:10 The Future of Identity: From Physical to Digital 24:29 Digital Infrastructure and Sovereignty: A European Perspective 30:01 Innovations in Mapping and the Importance of Open Infrastructure 35:03 Navigating Regulatory Challenges in the Crypto Space 36:58 Optimism for the Future of Digital Identity and Infrastructure Mai originally featured on episode 5 of MoneyNeverSleeps back in 2018, she made a cameo on our 200th episode, and she's a Techstars mentor. Two of the episodes that I did with Mai recently, episode 241 on the crossover of blockchain and AI and episode 247 on the crossover of blockchain and digital identity, have been very popular with our most loyal listeners, so make sure you check those out. STORIES COVERED: Worldcoin tightens privacy checks, allows users to unverify World ID (9-Apr-24, Cointelegraph) TON's $5M incentive program aims to drive digital ID verification (Cointelegraph, 8-Apr-24) Two new satellites join the Galileo constellation (ESA, 29-Apr-24) SEC issues Robinhood Crypto with Wells Notice, citing alleged securities violations (The Block, 6-May-24) LINKS: Follow our guest co-host Mai Santamaria on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mai07/ Leave a review and subscribe on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/id1455819294 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4F8uOLxiscYVWVGEfNxTnd MoneyNeverSleeps newsletter on Substack: https://moneyneversleeps.substack.com/ MoneyNeverSleeps website: https://www.moneyneversleeps.ie/ Email us at info@norioventures.com Follow on X(Twitter): Pete Townsend: https://twitter.com/petetownsendnv MoneyNeverSleeps: https://twitter.com/MNSshow Follow on LinkedIn: Pete Townsend: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pete-townsend-1b18301a/ MoneyNeverSleeps: https://www.linkedin.com/company/28661903/admin/feed/posts/
This week, I'm joined by guest co-host Mai Santamaria, the head of the financial advisory unit for the Department of Finance in Ireland. We delve into the world of digital identity, discussing the projects of World ID and TON, iris and palm scanning, and how humans are incentivized to digitalize their identity. Mai and I explore the broader implications of digital identity on economic freedoms and the geopolitical landscape that influences the sovereignty of digital infrastructure. Additionally, we touch upon the impact of digital identity in securing basic human rights and the potential shifts towards universal basic income facilitated by emerging technologies. The discussion also includes insights into the challenges and opportunities presented by decentralization, the significance of maintaining digital infrastructure sovereignty, and the ongoing regulatory hurdles faced by companies at the intersection of finance and technology. TIMESTAMPS: 02:54 The Evolution and Impact of Digital Identity Technologies 03:31 World ID, TON and Digital Identity: A Closer Look 08:45 Exploring the Future of Universal Basic Income and Digital Identity 14:07 The Ethical and Practical Implications of Digital Identity Verification 15:57 Reflecting on the Broader Implications of Digital Identity and Personhood 20:34 Exploring Mobile Wallet Security and User Comfort 21:26 Revolutionizing SIM Technology with eSIMs and Wallet Integration 23:10 The Future of Identity: From Physical to Digital 24:29 Digital Infrastructure and Sovereignty: A European Perspective 30:01 Innovations in Mapping and the Importance of Open Infrastructure 35:03 Navigating Regulatory Challenges in the Crypto Space 36:58 Optimism for the Future of Digital Identity and Infrastructure Mai originally featured on episode 5 of MoneyNeverSleeps back in 2018, she made a cameo on our 200th episode, and she's a Techstars mentor. Two of the episodes that I did with Mai recently, episode 241 on the crossover of blockchain and AI and episode 247 on the crossover of blockchain and digital identity, have been very popular with our most loyal listeners, so make sure you check those out. STORIES WE COVERED: Worldcoin tightens privacy checks, allows users to unverify World ID (9-Apr-24, Cointelegraph) TON's $5M incentive program aims to drive digital ID verification (Cointelegraph, 8-Apr-24) Two new satellites join the Galileo constellation (ESA, 29-Apr-24) SEC issues Robinhood Crypto with Wells Notice, citing alleged securities violations (The Block, 6-May-24) LINKS: Follow our guest co-host Mai Santamaria on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mai07/ Leave a review and subscribe on -Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/id1455819294 -Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4F8uOLxiscYVWVGEfNxTnd -Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvaaHrJjizUEd0-93mjCKsQ MoneyNeverSleeps newsletter on Substack: https://moneyneversleeps.substack.com/ MoneyNeverSleeps website: https://www.moneyneversleeps.ie/ Email us at info@norioventures.com Follow on X(Twitter): -Pete Townsend: https://twitter.com/petetownsendnv -MoneyNeverSleeps: https://twitter.com/MNSshow Follow on LinkedIn: -Pete Townsend: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pete-townsend-1b18301a/ -MoneyNeverSleeps: https://www.linkedin.com/company/28661903/admin/feed/posts/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/moneyneversleeps/message
Welcome to The Chopping Block – where crypto insiders Haseeb Qureshi, Tom Schmidt, Tarun Chitra, and special guest Avichal Garg from Electric Capital dissect the latest trends in the crypto world. This episode dives deep into the buzz around EigenLayer's airdrop: What sparked the controversy and how did EigenLayer respond to community backlash? We then explore LayerZero's unique self-reporting strategy to combat Sybil farmers and analyze Friend.Tech's bold, no-VC token launch. The discussion heats up with a look at ConsenSys' proactive lawsuit against the SEC, setting the stage for a showdown over regulatory clarity. We also delve into Robinhood's decision to challenge the SEC's Wells Notice amidst soaring earnings, and tackle the ongoing debate between VC-backed tokens and memecoins: Which is captivating the market? Finally, we predict the future of SocialFi and its potential to revolutionize the crypto landscape. Join us for an insightful exploration of these pivotal topics shaping the cryptocurrency ecosystem. Show highlights
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Matt and Nic return for another week of news and deals. In this episode: The SAB121 repeal bill passes the House with 21 Democrat votes Biden threatens to veto SAB121 repeal Trump endorses crypto Is Gensler a liability for Biden? A scandal deepens at the FDIC Senator Warren defends the embattled FDIC chair Robinhood gets a Wells Notice from the SEC Is FTX really offering over 100% recovery to creditors? We review the Ohio State commencement speech Greyscale withdraws their Ethereum ETF application Content mentioned in this episode: Nic on Medium, Five Perspectives on Stablecoins Wyatt on Medium, Monad & Stablecoins Sponsor notes: The Usage & Evolution of Decentralized Exchanges (DEX's) In Coin Metrics' State of the Network issue 258, we explore activity across Ethereum decentralized exchanges (DEXs)
Bragança Law attorney and former SEC enforcement branch chief Lisa Bragança discusses Robinhood's Wells Notice from the SEC and why the agency will likely go after ether staking.To get the show every day, follow the podcast here.Lisa Bragança, Bragança Law attorney and former SEC enforcement branch chief, joins "First Mover" to discuss Robinhood's Wells Notice from the SEC and the agency's approach to crypto regulation. Plus, why the SEC will likely go after ether staking, and what happens to ETH holders if ether is deemed a security in the U.S.-Consensus is where experts convene to talk about the ideas shaping our digital future. Join developers, investors, founders, brands, policymakers and more in Austin, Texas from May 29-31. The tenth annual Consensus is curated by CoinDesk to feature the industry's most sought-after speakers, unparalleled networking opportunities and unforgettable experiences. Register now at consensus.coindesk.com.-This episode was hosted by Jennifer Sanasie. “First Mover” is produced by Jennifer Sanasie and Melissa Montañez 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.
In this first episode of Bits + Bips, hosts James Seyffart, Alex Kruger, and Joe McCann explain why the macroeconomics could point to the markets actually being in a crypto supercycle. They discuss the recent Federal Reserve meeting and its impact on the markets, as well as the irony that leveraged Ethereum futures ETFs will likely be approved while spot Ethereum ETFs will likely not. James also reveals his pet theory on where the SEC is going with its investigation into ETH. They cover why the bottoming of emerging market currencies in Asia is good for Bitcoin, dismiss the recent Wells notice issued to Robinhood, and speculate that Tether may be the most profitable company per employee in the world. Agreeing that the current market cycle is different, Seyffart and McCann suggest that there is still a long way to go, and assert that the market may be underweighting the possibility that crypto goes to a $10 trillion market cap in the next few years. Show highlights: The Fed's recent decisions and how they lower the chances of more rate hikes The importance of global liquidity in the performance of risk assets like Bitcoin and crypto assets Why a bottoming in the value of the yen, yuan and other emerging markets currencies is good for Bitcoin and crypto, according to Joe The irony that leveraged Ethereum futures ETFs are likely to be approved but spot ETFs are not James's pet theory about how the SEC will rule on whether ETH is a security Whether trading in Hong Kong's crypto ETFs shows how little interest there would be in an ETH ETF compared to spot BTC ETFs Grayscale's Bitcoin Mini Trust ETF Whether people are underweight on a “crazy bonkers rise” in crypto Why Robinhood's Wells Notice is a "minor story," according to Alex Whether Tether is the most profitable business per employee in the world Why James believes that it's not a good idea for the US Congress to be against stablecoins CZ's sentence and whether it's a "good ending for the story" Hosts: James Seyffart, Research Analyst at Bloomberg Intelligence Alex Kruger, Founder of Asgard Joe McCann, Founder, CEO, and CIO of Asymmetric Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Robinhood is the latest crypto-aligned company to be targeted by the SEC. In today's episode NLW explores why the crypto community is more surprised by this one than even recent actions against Consensys and the Ethereum Foundation. Today's Show Brought To You By Ledger - 5% to Bitcoin Developers When You Buy https://shop.ledger.com/pages/bitcoin-hardware-wallet Superintelligent - Learn AI fast. Get 50% off your first month with code "breakdown" https://besuper.ai/ Enjoying this content? SUBSCRIBE to the Podcast: https://pod.link/1438693620 Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/nathanielwhittemorecrypto Subscribe to the newsletter: https://breakdown.beehiiv.com/ Join the discussion: https://discord.gg/VrKRrfKCz8 Follow on Twitter: NLW: https://twitter.com/nlw Breakdown: https://twitter.com/BreakdownNLW
Duquesne Family Office CEO Stanley Druckenmiller says he was perplexed by the Fed's pivot, and that the Federal Reserve “fumbled on the five yard line with the game on the line.” In an extended interview, Druckenmiller discusses his famously successful investing track record and his bets on AI. SEC Chair Gary Gensler has put pressure on crypto, recently delivering “Wells Notice” to Robinhood and Consensys; the crypto community is firing back, and he's ready to defend the SEC's perspective on Ethereum and its role in protecting investors. Plus, Hims & Hers CEO walked back some of his comments on hiring pro-Palestinian protesters after Wall Street and Main Street pushed back on him and his stock. Stanley Druckenmiller - 4:15Gary Gensler - 38:40 In this episode:Gary Gensler, @GaryGenslerJoe Kernen,@JoeSquawkBecky Quick,@BeckyQuickAndrew Ross Sorkin,@andrewrsorkinKatie Kramer,@Kramer_Katie
While BTC's slightly going up again, we are looking at some increase in the call options on Deribit. These traders are targetting bitcoin price to be $75,000, and even $100,000. What do you say?Robinhood, a leading US cryptocurrency investment firm, has now been targeted by the SEC. Robinhood expressed disappointment that this decision came after years of positive compliance cooperation with the SEC.Institutional investors tokenizing assets and using blockchain technology. We've heard it all before, and there's definitely interest, but why is it so hard to get to a public blockchain? Let's find out.________Today's News
Robinhood Markets Inc. is contesting a Wells Notice from the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), which could lead to enforcement action against its cryptocurrency division, Robinhood Crypto (RHC). The notice hints at possible securities law violations, but Robinhood maintains that its crypto listings do not constitute securities. The SEC's Wells Notice received by Robinhood raises issues with RHC's crypto listings, custody practices, and overall platform operations.~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 intro00:15 Sponsor: iTrust Capital00:52 SEC Robinhood Wells Notice01:52 Market Manipulation02:26 Robinhood Tried To Comply04:40 SEC Hearing Tomorrow05:08 Gensler FUD Timing06:46 Ethereum ETF Will Be Denied in May07:50 Ripple vs SEC Today09:02 XRP is NOT a Security10:07 Ripple Stablecoin Incoming11:15 Congress Needs To Act11:40 outro#Crypto #Bitcoin #ethereum~SEC Targets Robinhood Crypto!
Host Jennifer Sanasie breaks down the latest news in the crypto industry from Robinhood's Wells Notice from the SEC to a new group led by cybersecurity veteran Justine Bone that aims to guard crypto from hacks.To get the show every day, follow the podcast here."CoinDesk Daily" host Jennifer Sanasie breaks down the biggest headlines impacting the crypto industry today, as Robinhood (HOOD) shares fell about 2.5% in premarket trading after its crypto arm received a Wells Notice from the SEC. Plus, new findings from Visa and data platform Allium Labs show that more than 90% of stablecoin transaction volumes aren't coming from genuine users. And, cybersecurity veteran Justine Bone is leading a group dedicated to guarding crypto from hacks.-Consensus is where experts convene to talk about the ideas shaping our digital future. Join developers, investors, founders, brands, policymakers and more in Austin, Texas from May 29-31. The tenth annual Consensus is curated by CoinDesk to feature the industry's most sought-after speakers, unparalleled networking opportunities and unforgettable experiences. Register now at consensus.coindesk.com.-This episode was hosted by Jennifer Sanasie. “First Mover” is produced by Jennifer Sanasie and Melissa Montañez 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.
“The U.S. is trying to disconnect from Ethereum," that's what Joe Lubin the CEO of Consensys said in today's conversation. He was talking about those in power trying to unplug Ethereum from the citizens. The SEC is going after Kraken, Coinbase, Uniswap and Metamask. They're trying to turn every non-custodial wallet into a broker-dealer. We brought on Joe Lubin, a crypto OG and CEO of Consensys the company behind a number of massive crypto projects including the popular Metamask wallet, and Matt Corva, the General Counsel at Consensys, leading the charge against the SEC Joe and Matt are producing evidence that the SEC is coming after Ethereum itself. Sending discovery requests to Ethereum core developers, threatening their employers - pushing a coordinated effort to claim Ether is a security so they can control it. So Consensys is taking them to court to settle the issue. If they're successful it'll be the first time we get a clear court ruling that Ether is a commodity and not a security. ------
Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Pods, Fountain, Overcast, Podcast Addict, Pocket Casts, Castbox, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music, or on your favorite podcast platform. On Thursday, Consensys sued the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) in a Texas federal court, seeking to prevent an impending SEC action against its MetaMask wallet and to clarify that ether is not a security. The complaint calls out the agency for what Consensys describes as “regulatory overreach,” challenges its notion that ETH is a security, and says the SEC has violated the Constitutional requirement of fair notice under the due process clause. It notes that for years, the SEC and its sister agency, the Commodity Futures Trading Commission, took the position that ETH is not a security. The lawsuit also challenges the SEC's recent focus on Ethereum's switch to proof of stake in 2022 as a basis for increased scrutiny, a stance Consensys CEO Joseph Lubin deemed "preposterous." Laura Brookover, Senior Counsel & Head of Litigation and Investigations at ConsenSys, joined Unchained to unpack the lawsuit and what it means for the future of Ethereum and overall crypto in the US. Show highlights: Why Consensys sued the SEC and why Brookover feels like the SEC has gone too far How they are looking for a Judge to declare that the ETH is not a security Whether the switch to proof of stake turned ETH into a security Why the SEC issued Consensys a Wells Notice, with one potential allegation being that it is operating an unregistered securities broker through its MetaMask wallet How the major questions doctrine applies to what the SEC is doing in the industry, according to Brookover Why Hinman's speech is still relevant today, even after 6 years Whether the moves by the SEC are related to a motivation to deny ether spot ETFs How the several cases against the SEC show that the industry “has had enough” Whether Texas is a jurisdiction favorable to crypto, given that many lawsuits are being filed there The implications of a Consensys victory for the industry and what the next steps in the case are Thank you to our sponsors! iTrustCapital Polkadot Guest Laura Brookover, Senior Counsel & Head of Litigation and Investigations at Consensys Links The lawsuit: Fortune: SEC sued over Ethereum, crypto firm asks court to state token is not a security ConsenSys's complaint Bill Hughes' thread on why Consensys sued the SEC Consensys is suing the SEC to defend the Ethereum ecosystem Hinman speech CryptoLaw: The Hinman Speech Documents Major questions doctrine Unchained: Why the SEC vs. Ripple Order Is Now About 2 Things: Coinbase and Congress Reuters: SEC argues Coinbase crypto case not barred by ‘major questions' doctrine Other SEC cases: Coinbase Unchained: Why the SEC's Case Against Coinbase Is So Significant for Crypto Court Rejects Coinbase's Bid to Dismiss SEC Charges Against It Uniswap Unchained: Gary Gensler's Case Against Uniswap: Does the SEC Even Stand a Chance? SEC Puts DeFi in Its Sights With Potential Uniswap Suit Uniswap Blog Post on the Wells notice Marvin Ammori Thread on Wells notice Ethereum Foundation Unchained: SEC Investigating Ethereum Foundation Regarding Proof-of-Stake Transition: Report The Real Reason Why the SEC Might Be Going After Ethereum Debt Box Unchained: SEC Sanctioned for ‘Abuse of Power' in Debt Box Lawsuit Beba DeFi Education Fund and Beba sue SEC over airdrop policies Lejilex Lawsuit document Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
With its lawsuit, Consensys aims to settle the question of whether staking turned ether into a security, and to hopefully put an end to what it calls the SEC's “regulatory overreach.” Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Pods, Fountain, Overcast, Podcast Addict, Pocket Casts, Castbox, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music, or on your favorite podcast platform.On Thursday, Consensys sued the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) in a Texas federal court, seeking to prevent an impending SEC action against its MetaMask wallet and to clarify that ether is not a security.The complaint calls out the agency for what Consensys describes as “regulatory overreach,” challenges its notion that ETH is a security, and says the SEC has violated the Constitutional requirement of fair notice under the due process clause. It notes that for years, the SEC and its sister agency, the Commodity Futures Trading Commission, took the position that ETH is not a security. The lawsuit also challenges the SEC's recent focus on Ethereum's switch to proof of stake in 2022 as a basis for increased scrutiny, a stance Lubin deemed "preposterous."Laura Brookover, Senior Counsel & Head of Litigation and Investigations at Consensys, joined Unchained to unpack the lawsuit and what it means for the future of Ethereum and overall crypto in the US.Show highlights:Why Consensys sued the SEC and why Brookover feels like the SEC has gone too farHow they are looking for a Judge to declare that the ETH is not a securityWhether the switch to proof of stake turned ETH into a securityWhy the SEC issued Consensys a Wells Notice, with one potential allegation being that it is operating an unregistered securities broker through its MetaMask walletHow the major questions doctrine applies to what the SEC is doing in the industry, according to BrookoverWhy Hinman's speech is still relevant today, even after 6 yearsWhether the moves by the SEC are related to a motivation to deny ether spot ETFsHow the several cases against the SEC show that the industry “has had enough”Whether Texas is a jurisdiction favorable to crypto, given that many lawsuits are being filed thereThe implications of a Consensys victory for the industry and what the next steps in the case areThank you to our sponsors! iTrustCapital | PolkadotGuest | Laura Brookover, Senior Counsel & Head of Litigation and Investigations at ConsensysLinks | The lawsuit: Fortune: SEC sued over Ethereum, crypto firm asks court to state token is not a securityConsensys's complaintBill Hughes' thread on why Consensys sued the SECConsensys is suing the SEC to defend the Ethereum ecosystemHinman speechCryptoLaw: The Hinman Speech DocumentsMajor questions doctrineUnchained: Why the SEC vs. Ripple Order Is Now About 2 Things: Coinbase and CongressReuters: SEC argues Coinbase crypto case not barred by ‘major questions' doctrine Other SEC cases:CoinbaseUnchained: Why the SEC's Case Against Coinbase Is So Significant for CryptoCourt Rejects Coinbase's Bid to Dismiss SEC Charges Against ItUniswapUnchained: Gary Gensler's Case Against Uniswap: Does the SEC Even Stand a Chance?SEC Puts DeFi in Its Sights With Potential Uniswap SuitUniswap Blog Post on the Wells noticeMarvin Ammori Thread on Wells noticeEthereum FoundationUnchained:SEC Investigating Ethereum Foundation Regarding Proof-of-Stake Transition: ReportThe Real Reason Why the SEC Might Be Going After EthereumDebt BoxUnchained: SEC Sanctioned for ‘Abuse of Power' in Debt Box LawsuitBebaDeFi Education Fund and Beba sue SEC over airdrop policiesLejilexLawsuit document-Unchained Podcast is Produced by Laura Shin Media, LLC. Distributed by CoinDesk. Senior Producer is Michele Musso and 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.
Welcome to The Chopping Block, where Haseeb Qureshi, Tom Schmidt, Tarun Chitra, and Robert Leshner dissect the crypto world's topics of the day. In this episode, we delve into the SEC's recent scrutiny of Uniswap, exploring the potential legal and regulatory impacts on the DeFi landscape. We also discuss the unprecedented flooding in Dubai and its effects on the recent crypto conference, highlighting the resilience of the crypto community in the face of natural disasters. Shifting our focus to Bitcoin, we analyze the implications of the latest halvening event and what it means for Bitcoin's inflation rate and market dynamics. Through these discussions, we unpack the intricate relationships between regulatory actions, environmental challenges, and technological advancements in cryptocurrency. Join us as we navigate through these complex topics, offering deep insights and expert analysis on the events that are shaping the future of blockchain and digital currencies. Tune in to understand how these pivotal moments are influencing the strategic direction and ethical considerations within the crypto space. Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Overcast, Podcast Addict, Pocket Casts, Pandora, Castbox, Google Podcasts, TuneIn, Amazon Music, or on your favorite podcast platform. Show Highlights
Gm! This week we discuss the state of the network, MarginFi drama, Uniswap vs the SEC, airdrops, Monad's $225 million raise & more. Enjoy! -- Follow Mert: https://twitter.com/0xMert_ Follow Dan: https://twitter.com/smyyguy Follow Lightspeed: https://twitter.com/Lightspeedpodhq -- Subscribe on YouTube: https://bit.ly/43o3Syk Subscribe on Apple: https://apple.co/3OhiXgV Subscribe on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3OkF7PD Get top market insights and the latest in crypto news. Subscribe to Blockworks Daily Newsletter: https://blockworks.co/newsletter/ -- Try 3 months FREE of Helium Mobile with the code LIGHTSPEEDMOBILE: hellohelium.com Experience a new phone service that uses the Helium Network – a decentralized wireless network built by the people – AND the nation's largest 5G network. Drastically save costs while you enjoy unlimited talk, text, and data for just $20/month. Plus, you can earn MOBILE tokens for sharing where you use your phone the most. -- (00:00) Introduction (01:24) Solana: State Of The Network (13:03) Helium Mobile Ad (14:05) Do Validators Need To Be Profitable? (17:36) MarginFi (33:28) Airdrops (36:58) SEC Sends Uniswap a Wells Notice (46:42) Monad Raises $225 Million -- Disclaimers: Lightspeed was kickstarted by a grant from the Solana Foundation. Nothing said on Lightspeed 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. Mert, Dan and our guests may hold positions in the companies, funds, or projects discussed.
Host Jennifer Sanasie breaks down the latest news in the crypto industry from Uniswap receiving a wells notice from the SEC to the state of crypto regulation in Dubai.To get the show every day, follow the podcast here."CoinDesk Daily" host Jennifer Sanasie breaks down the biggest headlines impacting the crypto industry today, as decentralized crypto exchange Uniswap received an enforcement notice from the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). Plus, Grayscale's bitcoin ETF saw a record-low daily outflow of $18 million and Dubai's virtual assets regulator looks for ways to reduce compliance costs for small crypto firms.-Consensus is where experts convene to talk about the ideas shaping our digital future. Join developers, investors, founders, brands, policymakers and more in Austin, Texas from May 29-31. The tenth annual Consensus is curated by CoinDesk to feature the industry's most sought-after speakers, unparalleled networking opportunities and unforgettable experiences. Register now at consensus.coindesk.com.-This episode was hosted by Jennifer Sanasie. “First Mover” is produced by Jennifer Sanasie and Melissa Montañez 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.
Uniswap receives a Wells notice from the SEC. Chainlink Functions go live on Base. Layer N launches its phase 1 testnet. And Swell opens deposits for its L2 network. Read more: https://ethdaily.io/440
2023 was another packed year for crypto, with some big winners, and regulatory news taking the main spot. Take the Unchained 2023 survey!Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Overcast, Podcast Addict, Pocket Casts, Pandora, Castbox, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music, or on your favorite podcast platform.In 2023, the crypto industry began with post-FTX fallout such as Operation Chokepoint 2.0, the failures of banks serving the crypto industry, and the SEC's Wells Notice against Coinbase.Meanwhile, Bitcoin Ordinals brought innovation to the Bitcoin network, while Ethereum's Shanghai upgrade introduced new functionalities. The criminal trial of Sam Bankman-Fried was the dramatic climax of the year, as lawmakers' concerns about crypto being used for terrorist financing brought crypto into the mainstream conversation. The year ended with Binance's substantial settlement with the U.S. government and spot Bitcoin ETFs in the horizon, ushering in what looks like the beginnings of another bull market. Thank you to our sponsors!Arbitrum Foundation | Uniswap | Popcorn NetworkLinks | DCGUnchained: Gemini vs. DCG Is Heating Up. Could Gemini Force Genesis Into Bankruptcy?Reuters: Crypto lending unit of Genesis files for U.S. bankruptcyCELSIUSUnchained: 7 Revelations From Celsius' Examiner ReportWhy the Celsius Examiner Report Shows 'a Complete Disaster in Almost Every Way'Operation Chokepoint 2.0WSJ: Regulator Orders Crypto Firm Paxos to Stop Issuing Binance StablecoinThe Verge: Kraken pays a $30 million fine and shuts down crypto staking in the USUnchained: Coinbase's Top Lawyer Calls SEC Wells Notice a ‘Massive Overreach'Just a Coincidence? Coinbase and Polygon Lawyers See Bad Omens in SEC CrackdownBitcoin OrdinalsUnchained: Bitcoin Ordinal NFTs Are Hot and Getting Hotter. What's the Hype About?Bitcoin's Daily Transaction Fees Surpass Ethereum's for First Time Since 2020Signature, Silvergate, SVB, Bank Failures and USDC DepegInvestopedia: What Happened to Silicon Valley Bank?CNBC: Stablecoin USDC breaks dollar peg after firm reveals it has $3.3 billion in SVB exposureUnchained: The Chopping Block: Was Crypto Just Debanked?Why Caitlin Long and Meltem Demirors Are Worried About Crypto's Future in the US - CryptocurrencySEC Issues Coinbase a Wells NoticeRep. Emmer on Why He Believes Gary Gensler Is a ‘Bad-Faith Regulator'Reuters: Signature Bank failure due to 'poor management,' US FDIC report saysThe Verge: Silvergate has collapsedEthereum's Shanghai upgradeUnchained: Shapella in the Rearview: After Major Upgrade, What's Next for Ethereum? 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Take the Unchained 2023 survey! Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Overcast, Podcast Addict, Pocket Casts, Pandora, Castbox, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music, or on your favorite podcast platform. In 2023, the crypto industry began with post-FTX fallout such as Operation Chokepoint 2.0, the failures of banks serving the crypto industry and the SEC's Wells Notice against Coinbase. Meanwhile, Bitcoin Ordinals brought innovation to the Bitcoin network, while Ethereum's Shanghai upgrade introduced new functionalities. The criminal trial of Sam Bankman-Fried was the dramatic climax of the year, as lawmakers' concerns about crypto being used for terrorist financing brought crypto into the mainstream conversation. The year ended with Binance's substantial settlement with the U.S. government and spot Bitcoin ETFs in the horizon, ushering in what looks like the beginnings of another bull market. Thank you to our sponsors! Arbitrum Foundation Uniswap Popcorn Network Links DCG Unchained: Gemini vs. DCG Is Heating Up. Could Gemini Force Genesis Into Bankruptcy? Reuters: Crypto lending unit of Genesis files for U.S. bankruptcy CELSIUS Unchained: 7 Revelations From Celsius' Examiner Report Why the Celsius Examiner Report Shows 'a Complete Disaster in Almost Every Way' Operation Chokepoint 2.0 WSJ: Regulator Orders Crypto Firm Paxos to Stop Issuing Binance Stablecoin The Verge: Kraken pays a $30 million fine and shuts down crypto staking in the US Unchained: Coinbase's Top Lawyer Calls SEC Wells Notice a ‘Massive Overreach' Just a Coincidence? Coinbase and Polygon Lawyers See Bad Omens in SEC Crackdown Bitcoin Ordinals Unchained: Bitcoin Ordinal NFTs Are Hot and Getting Hotter. What's the Hype About? Bitcoin's Daily Transaction Fees Surpass Ethereum's for First Time Since 2020 Signature, Silvergate, SVB, USDC depeg Investopedia: What Happened to Silicon Valley Bank? CNBC: Stablecoin USDC breaks dollar peg after firm reveals it has $3.3 billion in SVB exposure Unchained: The Chopping Block: Was Crypto Just Debanked? Why Caitlin Long and Meltem Demirors Are Worried About Crypto's Future in the US - Cryptocurrency SEC Issues Coinbase a Wells Notice Rep. Emmer on Why He Believes Gary Gensler Is a ‘Bad-Faith Regulator' Reuters: Signature Bank failure due to 'poor management,' US FDIC report says The Verge: Silvergate has collapsed Ethereum's Shanghai upgrade Unchained: Shapella in the Rearview: After Major Upgrade, What's Next for Ethereum? Staked Ethereum Withdrawals Enabled As Shanghai Upgrade Goes Live CoinDesk: What's Next After the Ethereum Shanghai Upgrade Known as Shapella PROMETHEUM Unchained: Prometheum and Paradigm in Debate: Can the Status Quo Work for Crypto These 2 Crypto Trading Platforms Agree With SEC Chair Gary Gensler Crypto Community Unearths Questionable History of SEC-Aligned Prometheum - Cryptocurrency Regulation SEC vs. Binance and Coinbase Unchained: SEC Files 13 Charges Against Binance Including the Mishandling of Funds, Sale of Unregistered Securities SEC Sues Coinbase for Breaking Securities Laws SEC Sues Binance, Coinbase: ‘This Is Not the End of Crypto in the United States' RIPPLE Unchained: New Order in SEC vs. Ripple Over XRP Is a Win for Crypto: What Happens Now? The Chopping Block: Jake Chervinsky on How the SEC Has Lost Credibility CoinDesk: Ripple, Crypto Industry Score Partial Win in SEC Court Fight Over XRP Visit our site to see more details and links! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Welcome to The Chopping Block – where crypto insiders chop it up about the latest news. This week, Haseeb Qureshi and Tom Schmidt speak to Will Warren, cofounder of 0x Labs, to discuss why the CFTC issued them a Wells Notice, how they responded to regulatory scrutiny, and how other countries may offer a blueprint for crypto regulation. Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Overcast, Podcast Addict, Pocket Casts, Stitcher, Castbox, Google Podcasts, TuneIn, Amazon Music, or on your favorite podcast platform. Show highlights: why the CFTC issued a Wells Notice to 0x how a decentralized application addresses the issue of geolocalization of users how the team at 0x worked together with the CFTC to avoid violating the Commodity Exchange Act (CEA) again what are the implications of the settlement and who's liable for offering services why it's so hard for crypto projects to follow the rules without clear regulatory guidance why Haseeb says that the SEC wants this industry to “not exist” how lack of regulatory clarity may be stunting US innovation whether there's a conflict of interest between the companies building protocols and the protocols themselves Hosts Haseeb Qureshi, managing partner at Dragonfly Tom Schmidt, general partner at Dragonfly Guest Will Warren, cofounder of 0x Labs Disclosures Links Unchained: UniswapX Launches With MEV Protection and Gas Free Swaps CFTC Charges Three DeFi Protocols With Violating AML Rules, Operating Without Licenses Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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