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Oct 15, 2024 • 11min
Crypto Update | MoneyGram Announces Its Latest: MoneyGram Wallet
Alex Holmes, Chairman and CEO of MoneyGram, shares his vision for integrating fiat and crypto through the innovative MoneyGram Wallet. He delves into the significant potential of stablecoins like USDC for international remittances, highlighting their role in reducing fees and enhancing transaction efficiency. The conversation expands on how this digital wallet aims to improve financial inclusivity for unbanked communities and revolutionize money transfers across key markets like the US, Brazil, and Mexico.

Oct 11, 2024 • 4min
CoinDesk Markets Week In Review
Explore the dynamic shifts in the digital asset market over the past week. Discover how legal troubles are reshaping prospects for Ripple and Render. Dive into the exciting evolution of real-world asset tokenization within decentralized finance. Gain insights from industry experts who analyze market trends and performance metrics. Uncover the implications of the CoinDesk 20 index fluctuations and what they mean for investors.

Oct 10, 2024 • 15min
Crypto Update | The Future of Crypto and Investment Roundtable: A Dubai Special With Anthony Scaramucci and Jeff Ren
In this engaging discussion, Anthony Scaramucci, founder of Skybridge Capital, shares his insights on investment strategies in the booming crypto market of Dubai. Jeff Ren from OKX Ventures highlights the unique regulatory environment and innovative potential of the region. They explore Dubai's rising role in crypto innovation, discuss promising cryptocurrencies, and share excitement over new market trends. The conversation also touches on the tokenization of assets and market predictions, painting a vibrant picture of the future of cryptocurrency in the UAE.

Oct 9, 2024 • 6min
Crypto Update | MOODENG Madness: How a Baby Hippo Memecoin Exploded Overnight
Dive into the wild world of memecoins as a baby hippo sparks a frenzy! Discover how community and social media drive their explosive popularity. Explore the dizzying rise of Mudang after a notable endorsement led to a staggering 480% price jump in just one day. The discussion also highlights the risks tied to the volatility of these coins and how influential figures can drastically shift market dynamics. Tune in for a blend of intriguing insights and the unpredictable nature of crypto!

Oct 8, 2024 • 7min
Crypto Update | Who Was Len Sassaman and Could He Be Satoshi?
Explore the intrigue of Bitcoin's creator, Satoshi Nakamoto, as a new documentary sheds light on his elusive identity. Delve into the fascinating possibility that Len Sassaman, a pivotal figure in cryptography, could be the mastermind behind Bitcoin. Discover Sassaman's connection to the cypherpunk movement and his significant contributions to the principles of digital currency. The conversation also highlights current trends in crypto market catalysts, including the upcoming presidential election and potential liquidity concerns.

Oct 7, 2024 • 19min
Crypto Update | Does Crypto Have a Hidden Liquidity Crisis?
Kavita Gupta, founder and general partner at Delta Blockchain Fund, dives into current trends in the crypto market. She discusses the impact of the upcoming presidential election and Federal Reserve decisions on liquidity concerns. The conversation also highlights an altcoin rally and challenges in consumer adoption of crypto applications. Gupta raises alarms about the reliance on venture capital and inflated valuations in the market, sparking a discussion on potential bullish trends and future innovations in the digital assets space.

Oct 4, 2024 • 4min
CoinDesk Markets Week In Review
CoinDesk Indices presents notable data insights from the week, followed by additional analysis from Hugo Takimoto, Head of Product and Liquidity at Rho Labs.To get the show every day, follow the podcast here.The CoinDesk Market Index (CMI) functions as a benchmark for the performance of the digital asset market, delivering institutional quality information to digital asset investors. Subsets of the CoinDesk Market Index (CMI) are investable CoinDesk Crypto Sectors and the CoinDesk 20 Index, designed to measure the performance of top digital assets. Today’s takeaways are provided by Tracy Stephens, senior index manager at CoinDesk Indices with additional analysis from Hugo Takimoto, Head of Product and Liquidity at Rho Labs.For more on CoinDesk Indices, visit: coindeskmarkets.com.

Oct 3, 2024 • 15min
Crypto Update | Boomers Hold Tight, While Gen Z Shakes It Up: How the U.S. Election is Shaping Portfolios
The latest price moves and insights with Jennifer Sanasie and eToro US Investment and Options Analyst Bret Kenwell.To get the show every day, follow the podcast here.eToro US Investment and Options Analyst Bret Kenwell discusses the Retail Investor Beat survey, with a focus on how investors are allocating their portfolios ahead of the election.Stand With Crypto this November. The future of crypto is on the line, and you can make your voice heard.Pledge to vote at standwithcrypto.org/action/pledge-This content should not be construed or relied upon as investment advice. It is for entertainment and general information purposes.-This episode was hosted by Jennifer Sanasie. “Markets Daily” is produced by Jennifer Sanasie and Melissa Montañez, and edited by Victor Chen. All original music by Doc Blust and Colin Mealey.

Oct 2, 2024 • 6min
Crypto Update | Bitcoin’s Rocky Start in October: How Geopolitical Tensions Affect the Crypto Market
The latest price moves and insights with Jennifer Sanasie.To get the show every day, follow the podcast here.CoinDesk's Jennifer Sanasie breaks down the rocky start to the month of October for bitcoin, as the largest cryptocurrency by market cap regained the $61,000 level. Plus, the impact of geopolitical conflicts on digital assets as Mideast tensions intensify.-This content should not be construed or relied upon as investment advice. It is for entertainment and general information purposes.-This episode was hosted by Jennifer Sanasie. “Markets Daily” is produced by Jennifer Sanasie and Melissa Montañez, and edited by Victor Chen. All original music by Doc Blust and Colin Mealey.

Oct 1, 2024 • 6min
Crypto Update | Bitcoin Whales Are Piling In: Is "Uptober" Set for a Bullish Rally?
The latest price moves and insights with Jennifer Sanasie.To get the show every day, follow the podcast here.Retail trader activity for bitcoin is at normal levels despite increasing purchases from crypto whales as we head into the month of October, which has traditionally been bullish for digital assets. CoinDesk's Jennifer Sanasie breaks down the market sentiment around bitcoin and the upcoming catalysts to look out for.-This content should not be construed or relied upon as investment advice. It is for entertainment and general information purposes.-This episode was hosted by Jennifer Sanasie. “Markets Daily” is produced by Jennifer Sanasie and Melissa Montañez, and edited by Victor Chen. All original music by Doc Blust and Colin Mealey.


