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Dec 14, 2023 • 10min
Crypto Update | The Accounting Rule Change That Might Trigger a New Wave of Corporate Demand for Crypto
Noelle Acheson, writer of the Crypto Is Macro Now newsletter, discusses the market reactions to the recent Fed meeting and a new rule change that could trigger corporate demand for crypto assets.

Dec 13, 2023 • 9min
Crypto Update | El Salvador's Bitcoin Bonds Are One Step Closer to Issuance
Noelle Acheson, creator of Crypto Is Macro Now newsletter, discusses market moves, inflation, El Salvador's Bitcoin bonds, and potential impact on Bitcoin demand and other governments' reserve diversification.

Dec 12, 2023 • 9min
Crypto Unplugged | Bitcoin Does Have Intrinsic Value
Noelle Acheson, creator of Crypto Is Macro Now, addresses the misunderstood concept of Bitcoin's intrinsic value. She explores the subjective nature of valuations, the role of network effects, and the significance of collective market opinion. She also highlights Bitcoin's utility as a decentralized storage and transfer of assets, predicting a growing appreciation for its unique combination of technology and finance.

Dec 11, 2023 • 11min
Crypto Update | What's Behind the Weekend's Price Correction
Noelle Acheson, a crypto market analyst, discusses the weekend correction in crypto markets and consumer expectations. They also delve into NFTs and their impact on the concept of ownership in the digital world.

Dec 10, 2023 • 12min
Featured Story | Why Are People Spreading Falsehoods About Bitcoin’s Water Use?
This podcast addresses the false claims about Bitcoin's water use and its impact on the environment. It critiques the flawed calculations and methodology used to estimate Bitcoin's water consumption. The episode emphasizes the importance of distinguishing between indirect and direct water use and advocates for critical thinking and scientific support.

Dec 9, 2023 • 6min
CoinDesk Market Index Week in Review
Tracy Stephens, senior index manager of CoinDesk Indices, discusses the performance of Cardano and the crypto market. Helium sees growth while the DeFi sector lags behind. Q4 shows impressive growth in the cryptocurrency market with Bitcoin's dominance and increasing demand for stablecoins.

Dec 8, 2023 • 11min
Crypto Update | Is Retail Interest in Crypto Picking Up? Three Signals to Watch
Noelle Acheson, Crypto Is Macro Now newsletter, discusses market moves, employment data impact, signs of retail interest in crypto, including on-chain volume, Google search activity, and ranking of Coinbase app in the iOS store, and implications for the market cycle.

Dec 7, 2023 • 11min
Crypto Update | Crypto Meets Politics
Noelle Acheson, author of Crypto Is Macro Now newsletter, discusses market moves, European economy, and the presence of cryptocurrency in the Republican presidential debate.

Dec 6, 2023 • 10min
Crypto Update | Bitcoin Continues to Outperform, But Futures Show Traders Are Eyeing Ether
Noelle Acheson, newsletter writer and market analyst, explores market moves, bitcoin ETFs, and U.S. employment data. Topics include the performance of Bitcoin and Ether, conflicting economic data, stock markets, and commodity prices. They also discuss recent filings for Bitcoin Spot ETFs, SEC suggestions for changes, a new ETF filer, and upcoming deadlines.

Dec 5, 2023 • 10min
Crypto Update | Bitcoin Holds Steady in New Range Above $40K
Noelle Acheson, the mind behind the Crypto Is Macro Now newsletter, discusses Bitcoin's price movement, stablecoin market cap, and the disconnect between market interest rate expectations and Federal Reserve projections. Also, the podcast explores the Cryptoclastic Trading Challenge by CME Group and Part P, an on-chain security solution for crypto wallets.


