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Feb 27, 2024 • 9min
MARKETS DAILY: Crypto Update | Bitcoin Breaks Through $57K, With Jyotsna Hirdyani
Explore the significance of Bitcoin surpassing $57k, indicators signaling a potential crypto bull market arrival, insights on Bitcoin pullbacks and market factors, challenges and opportunities for retail investors in the volatile financial landscape

Feb 27, 2024 • 44min
THE MINING POD: Mining Bitcoin in Mexico With Santiago Varela
The podcast discusses Bitcoin mining in Mexico, utilizing waste energy sources, infrastructure challenges, and regulatory disparities with the US. They delve into ownership of natural resources in Mexico, obstacles faced in mining operations, and the multi-faceted influence of Bitcoin beyond its monetary value.

Feb 27, 2024 • 22min
FIRST MOVER: Bitcoin Surges Above $53K; Stacks Co-Creator on Layer 2 Developments
Bitcoin's price surge above $53K, Stacks co-creator discusses Layer 2 developments. Insights on recent crypto crimes, Eigen's $100M funding round, Bitcoin's slow innovation pace, and upcoming Stax L2 upgrade. Embracing modern web wallets for active Bitcoin usage.

Feb 26, 2024 • 26min
GEN C: How to Bring an NFT to the Stars With Micah Johnson, Creator of Aku
Former pro baseball player turned artist, Micah Johnson, discusses his journey of creating Aku World, a character inspiring big dreams. He explores the evolution of Aku from traditional to crypto art and the challenges of staying true to his artistic vision. The podcast also delves into empowering black creators and investing in emerging talent.

Feb 26, 2024 • 11min
MARKETS DAILY: Crypto Update | Should Traders Worry About Rate … Hikes? With Eddy Gifford
Discussion on the Fed's rate hikes impact on crypto markets. Bitcoin's potential growth and standout altcoins. Insights on inflation and trading strategies from Tactive Wealth Adviser Eddy Gifford.

Feb 24, 2024 • 12min
FIRST MOVER: Self-Protection From Hacks and Scams; Crypto Predictions in 2024
Discussion on protecting private keys, recognizing scams, and balancing decentralization and security in the crypto ecosystem. Insights on stablecoins and fiat inflows in the crypto market. Predictions for 2024 include tokenized social experiences and institutional adoption.

Feb 23, 2024 • 44min
UNCHAINED: Stacks’ Muneeb Ali On Why Bitcoin Is Exciting Once Again
Stacks' Muneeb Ali discusses the exciting innovations in Bitcoin's Layer 1 and Layer 2, including scaling solutions and the integration of smart contracts. He explores the challenges and advancements in Bitcoin, highlighting trust assumptions in different scaling solutions and the potential of BitVM as a 'game changer'.

Feb 23, 2024 • 5min
MARKETS DAILY: CoinDesk Markets Week in Review
CoinDesk Indices presents notable data insights from the week, followed by additional analysis from an industry expert.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 investible CoinDesk Crypto Sectors and the CoinDesk 20 Index, designed to measure the performance of the top digital assets. Today’s takeaways are provided by Tracy Stephens, senior index manager at CoinDesk Indices with additional analysis from Michael Nadeau, author of "The DeFi Report." For more on CoinDesk Indices, visit: coindeskmarkets.com.-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. Take 15% off registration with the code MD15. Register now at consensus.coindesk.com.-This episode was hosted by Jennifer Sanasie and uses Wondercraft AI Voice. “Markets Daily” is executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced and edited by Eleanor Pahl, alongside Senior Booking Producer Melissa Montañez. All original music by Doc Blust and Colin Mealey.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Feb 23, 2024 • 23min
THE MINING POD: Investors Are Piling Into Mining Stocks
The podcast discusses the rise of investment in Bitcoin mining stocks, challenges faced by mining sites in Texas, the European Central Bank's criticism of Bitcoin, and the evolving crypto economy compared to traditional financial systems.

Feb 23, 2024 • 13min
FIRST MOVER: What's Driving the Popularity of Ether Staking? Bitcoin Halving 101
Host Jennifer Sanasie breaks down the latest news in the crypto industry. And, a conversation with Nansen senior research analyst Nik Polk on staking.To get the show every day, follow the podcast here.Nansen senior research analyst Nik Polk joins CoinDesk with an analysis on the increasing popularity in ether (ETH) staking and the restaking narrative. Plus, regulatory scrutiny around staking and its potential impact on the spot ether ETFs. And, everything you need to know about the upcoming Bitcoin halving.-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.


