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Polymarket Weighs $9B Valuation Amid User Surge and CFTC Approval: Report
Polymarket is considering a deal that would value the company at $9 billion, according to a report from The Information. The number is a dramatic climb from its $1 billion valuation just three months ago, when it raised funds in a round led by Peter Thiel’s Founders Fund. What drove the surge in prediction market's valuation? CoinDesk’s Jennifer Sanasie hosts “CoinDesk Daily.”
Episode 7: The Protocol Playground
In this episode of Privacy in Motion, we explore the dark side of centralized AI and its growing influence over our digital lives. As a handful of powerful corporations gain control over AI systems, what does this mean for privacy, autonomy, and the future of personal freedom? Could we be heading toward a digital dystopia—a modern-day 1984? To learn more, visit https://midnight.network/break-free.
Tether Unveils USAT to 'Revolutionize the U.S. Financial System'
In an exclusive interview, CoinDesk's Jennifer Sanasie sits down with Tether CEO Paolo Ardoino and newly appointed USAT CEO Bo Hines to discuss the launch of their new stablecoin designed specifically for the US market. Plus they discuss how it will work alongside the globally dominant USDT and reveal their mission to provide financial access to underserved communities, reduce transaction costs, and build a more efficient financial system in the United States.
Will the US Government’s $345B Deficit Impact Rates?
The US government posted a $345 billion deficit in August, with its revenue of $344B overshadowed by $689 billion in spending. The net interest at $93 billion highlights the growing pressure that rising borrowing costs are placing on federal finances. Will this have any impact on the upcoming Federal Reserve interest rate decision? CoinDesk’s Jennifer Sanasie hosts “CoinDesk Daily.”
3 Factors Working Against a BTC Rally
Bitcoin's rally is building momentum with a key breakout, but a massive bull trap could be waiting at $115,000. In today's "Chart of the Day," presented by Crypto.com, CoinDesk's Jennifer Sanasie breaks down the inverse head-and-shoulders pattern and the three crucial factors that have the potential to derail the rally.
Cboe Launches Continuous Bitcoin & Ether Futures
Cboe recently announced new continuous futures for bitcoin and ether, mimicking popular offshore perpetual contracts but with a key difference: they're long-dated, cash-settled products with a 10-year expiry. In today's Markets Outlook, CoinDesk's Jennifer Sanasie sits down with Cboe's Global Head of Derivatives, Catherine Clay, to dive into these innovative new products, plus Catherine shares key takeaways from the Hood Summit, including what today's retail traders are really after.
CFTC Chair Nominee Brian Quintenz Takes Dispute With Tyler Winklevoss Public
CFTC chair nominee Brian Quintenz released text messages with Gemini co-founder Tyler Winklevoss on Wednesday, suggesting Winklevoss had "misled" President Donald Trump about why the executive opposed Quintenz's nomination. CoinDesk’s Jennifer Sanasie breaks down what you missed about the dispute on “CoinDesk Daily.”
Does an Understaffed CFTC Face a $4 Trillion Challenge?
Former SEC Special Counsel and Berkeley Law School Lecturer Hermine Wong, and CoinFund President Chris Perkins join CoinDesk's Jennifer Sanasie to analyze the significant shift in regulatory tone at the SEC and CFTC, moving from a "reign of terror" to a more collaborative era. The discussion covers the prospects for major crypto legislation, the critical challenge of an understaffed CFTC potentially overseeing a $4 trillion market, and the specific flaws within pending stablecoin bills. They also explore a unique proposal to use constitutional "privateers" to address national security threats in the digital asset space.
Avalanche Foundation's $1 Billion Crypto Treasury Raise
The Avalanche Foundation is making headlines with a reported plan to raise $1 billion for two new crypto treasury companies. In today's "Chart of the Day," presented by Crypto.com, CoinDesk's Jennifer Sanasie explains this news and its impact on AVAX's market performance.
Is SOL About to Soar?
The institutional floodgates are opening for Solana, and Bitwise CIO Matt Hougan is taking notice. CoinDesk's Jennifer Sanasie breaks down why he believes Solana is following the same path to new all-time highs as bitcoin and Ethereum in today's "Chart of the Day," presented by Crypto.com.
