CoinDesk Podcast Network
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May 3, 2024 • 2min
COINDESK DAILY: Coinbase's Blowout First Quarter; Could Hong Kong ETFs See $1B AUM by 2024 End?
Coinbase reported a $1.2 billion net income for Q1. Predictions show Hong Kong ETFs could reach $1 billion AUM by 2024. Jack Dorsey's Block doubles down on bitcoin balance sheet.
May 3, 2024 • 55min
UNCHAINED: Why EigenLayer Gave Away More Tokens After Widespread Criticism of Its Stakedrop
Celestia's co-founder and COO discuss how their modular blockchain aids in scalability. Topics include data availability sampling, comparisons with other layers, Bitcoin integration potential, and gaming/NFT chain benefits. Also covered: Mustafa's background, vision for modular blockchains, the
May 3, 2024 • 32min
THE MINING POD: Its Name Was OP_CAT
Special guest Walt Smith from Cyber Fund joins The Mining Pod to discuss Bitcoin development, MEV impact on miners, slipstream, OP_CAT, and protocol ossification. The podcast covers soft forks for Bitcoin, MEV incentives, Bitimide services, and the potential of OP_CAT in Bitcoin.
May 3, 2024 • 3min
MARKETS DAILY: CoinDesk Markets Week in Review
Teeth Alignment, Movie Promotion, and Weekly Crypto Market Insights: Delve into the performance of Bitcoin and Ethereum, the influence of new buyers, and the evolution of Bitcoin spot ETFs.
May 3, 2024 • 12min
FIRST MOVER: How Crypto Solves Financial Problems in the Bronx
BronxCrypto founder and CEO Julio Barrios discusses how crypto can provide solutions to financial challenges in the Bronx community. They cover topics such as crypto education, regulatory concerns, and mainstream adoption. The episode also highlights the upcoming Consensus event and its featured speakers.
May 2, 2024 • 36min
THE PROTOCOL: High Stakes | Intense Competition Among Layer Two Solutions
The battle for supremacy among layer two solutions in crypto is explored in this episode. Celo chooses Optimism over other solutions, vulnerabilities on Optimism are discussed, and token launches by Ren and Eigenlayer face controversies. The discussion covers regulatory uncertainties, the complexity of the crypto industry, and the competitive landscape of blockchain projects.
May 2, 2024 • 2min
COINDESK DAILY: Binance Nigeria Money Laundering Trial Delayed; Fmr FTX Europe Head Pays $1.5M for Titanic Memento
Podcast discusses Binance Nigeria's money laundering trial delay, BlackRock's anticipated inflows, and former FTX Europe head's $1.5M purchase of Titanic memorabilia.
May 2, 2024 • 19min
MARKETS DAILY: Crypto Update | Is the Bull Market Over? And Why Stablecoins Aren't Hitting Centralized Exchanges?
Alex Svanevik, Co-Founder and CEO at Nansen, discusses the potential impact of interest rates, stablecoin issuance, and on-chain activity on the market. The bull market in crypto may see volatility but is not over. Layer twos gaining traction in the crypto ecosystem may surpass Ethereum. Tokenized treasuries are emerging, with potential for more real-world assets on-chain.
May 2, 2024 • 18min
FIRST MOVER: Why Casa's Co-Founder Wants ETF Providers to Diversify Custody
Jameson Lopp, Casa co-founder, talks about self-custody importance in the crypto space. He discusses enhancing security through cryptography and the need for custodian diversification. The podcast explores the resilience of bitcoin and upcoming industry events.
May 2, 2024 • 50min
MONEY REIMAGINED: Decentralization in the Web | Building a Web of Trust
Philip Rosedale of High Fidelity discusses the benefits of experimentation in the metaverse for improving governance. They explore the history of virtual currencies, the importance of individual control over data, and the concept of a 'web of trust' for information flow. The podcast delves into Second Life's origins, the challenges of designing a virtual currency, and the potential impacts of the ever-evolving metaverse.
