CoinDesk Podcast Network

Noelle Acheson, creator of the Crypto Is Macro Now newsletter, discusses trading volumes, layer 2 blockchains, and U.S. business activity. The podcast dives into Coinbase's Q3 earnings report, exploring revenue declines and the future of blockchain development. It also explores the potential of layer two networks for reshaping the internet and hopes for greater decentralization and digital ownership.

Genesis creditors BJ and Branden discuss alleged fraud by crypto lender Genesis and its parent company DCG. They reveal how they gave more loans after the 3AC hit and now want DCG to pay back $1.1 billion in Bitcoin. They talk about the lawsuit against Genesis, DCG, and Gemini. The podcast covers experiences, frustrations, deceptive phone calls, communication breakdown, bankruptcy filing, controversial promissory note, unsecured creditors committee, and proposed restructuring plan.

Exploring the launch of Bitcoin ETFs, the impact on Bitcoin's investment narrative, and strategies for Bitcoin companies to gain market share. Discussing the different narratives surrounding Bitcoin, from risks to a shift in perception as a safe haven asset. Also exploring the advantages of self-custody and the battle of ideas.

This podcast discusses notable market movements of the digital asset market, including cryptocurrency futures and options trading. It also features insights on the performance of cryptocurrencies and sectors like smart contract platforms, Bitcoin, Ether, DeFi assets, and the culture sector. The podcast is sponsored by CME Group and PayPal.

Noelle Acheson, author of Crypto Is Macro Now newsletter, discusses market reactions to employment data, gold buying, and Bitcoin vs. Ether investment theses. The podcast explores the differences between Bitcoin and Ether as investment assets, their evolution, and store of value angles.

Sam Bankman-Fried, found guilty in the trial, discusses the guilty verdict and future proceedings. The judge reflects on the verdict and discusses upcoming sentencing and a second trial. The chapter ends with upcoming content related to the trial and a promotion of CoinDesk's new daily newsletter and podcast.

Starknet's token allocations and airdrops, the launch of layer 3 networks, and how a research paper turned into a $345M project. Exploring the purpose of token allocations, the trend of customizable blockchains, different perspectives on Ethereum, and the marketing impact of airdrops.

Noelle Acheson, market analyst, discusses the market uplift, investor survey, Solana's surge, and the Federal Reserve. Topics include Ether's growth outlook, evolving technology in Solana's blockchain, and risks involved with FDX's state.

Jury deliberations for Sam Bankman-Fried's trial are underway to determine if he violated federal law after five weeks of the trial. The podcast provides an update on the charges, the prosecution's case, the defense's arguments, and the anticipation for a verdict.

Former FTX CEO, Sam Bankman-Fried, takes the stand in a high-stakes trial. Analyzing his weak defense and lack of recall, the hosts discuss his competence as a CEO. Speculating on the trial outcome, the impact on the crypto industry, and the jury's reactions. Exploring the importance of courtroom sketches and the potential use of NFTs to fund a book about the trial.