CoinDesk Podcast Network
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May 18, 2024 • 40min
MONEY REIMAGINED: Future-Proofing Finance | MICA, Crypto Disclosure, and Global Regulatory Challenges
Georgetown Law Professor Christopher J Brummer discusses the need for financial disclosure to evolve with technological innovations. They explore the MICA regulatory framework in Europe, global harmonization in financial regulation, the role of AI in investing, and the importance of forward-looking policies.
May 17, 2024 • 2min
COINDESK DAILY: Fantom Token Jumps; Dolce & Gabbana Sued for NFT Deliveries
Host Jennifer Sanasie discusses the surge in Fantom blockchain's FTM token, Hong Kong's digital yuan pilot, and Dolce & Gabbana being sued for NFT deliveries in the latest crypto news.
May 17, 2024 • 46min
THE PROTOCOL: Inside the MIT Brothers' Ethereum Exploit
Hasu, Head of strategy at Flashbots, discusses the recent MEV Boost exploit and the need for decentralized solutions. Topics include restaking, Lido's role in DeFi, censorship resistance, Eigenlayer vs. Symbiotic designs, and the future of Ethereum.
May 17, 2024 • 46min
UNCHAINED: Why the DOJ Doesn’t Want These MEV Exploiters to Get Away With It
Evan Zinaman discusses the DOJ charges against Bueno brothers for MEV exploitation in a unique cryptocurrency case. He explains how MEV works, different types of exploits, and the broader compliance considerations for block-building participants. Zinaman debates the benefits versus cons of MEV, lack of terms of service, and regulators' attention to the space.
May 17, 2024 • 28min
THE MINING POD: National Security Threat? Biden Blocks Bitcoin Miner
The podcast discusses Biden's block on a Chinese-owned Bitcoin mining farm in Wyoming, mining stocks decline while Bitcoin ETFs rise, Bitfarms' lawsuit with former CEO, network health check, and US-China mining tensions.
May 17, 2024 • 5min
Markets Daily: CoinDesk Markets Week in Review
Discover insights on cryptocurrency market performance and trends including Bitcoin, Litecoin, and Near. Explore topics like volatility, growth opportunities, AI integration, NFT market, regulatory changes, and developments in DeFi sector. Learn about the importance of a diversified investment approach in the evolving crypto market.
May 17, 2024 • 14min
FIRST MOVER: Everything You Need to Know About the EasyA Consensus Hackathon
Co-founders of EasyA, Phil Kwok and Dom Kwok, discuss the upcoming Consensus 2024 hackathon. They share insights on blockchain education, the partnership with CoinDesk, and the impact of hackathons on innovative solutions. The episode also explores the developer experience at the Consensus hackathon event.
May 16, 2024 • 1min
COINDESK DAILY: Tornado Cash Developer Alexey Pertsev Appeals Guilty Verdict; CME's Plan for Spot Bitcoin Trading
Tornado Cash developer Alexey Pertsev appeals guilty verdict in a money laundering case. CME plans to offer spot bitcoin trading. Rep. Patrick McHenry weighs in on upcoming crypto regulation vote.
May 16, 2024 • 20min
MARKETS DAILY: Crypto Update | The Role of ETFs in Diversifying Portfolios
Bloomberg's Eric Balchunas discusses Bitcoin ETF success and doubts on Ether ETF approval due to SEC's silence. He highlights institutional investors' interest in ETFs and the uncertain future of Ether ETFs
May 16, 2024 • 15min
FIRST MOVER: Guild of Guardians Built to 'Win' the Web2 Mobile Space: Game Director
Guild of Guardians Game Director Chris Clay talks about launching their RPG game, challenges for Web3 developers, and onboarding gamers. The episode explores bridging Web2 and Web3 gaming, transitioning from mainstream to niche crypto, rewards and competition in Web3, and future catalysts for gamer adoption.
