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U.S. Regulators 'Owe the Marketplace Some Greater Clarity,' Former CFTC Commissioner Says
Former CFTC Commissioner Dawn Stump discusses the urgency for regulatory clarity in the crypto space and the responsibility of Congress when it comes to appointing a supervisor for the industry. "I do very much believe that Congress is going to have to authorize...one of the regulatory agencies to oversee and regulate the day-to-day spot market in the crypto community," Stump said. "The regulators themselves owe the marketplace some greater clarity."
Treasury Department Issues Sanctions on Hamas Operatives; SBF's Meetings With Powerful Politicians
"CoinDesk Daily" host Jennifer Sanasie breaks down the hottest crypto headlines today, including testimony during the criminal trial of FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried that revealed scheduled meetings with various American politicians. A closer look at how the U.S. is working to disrupt Hamas financing after recent attacks on Israel. And, Fidelity files an amendment to its proposed spot bitcoin ETF.
Bitcoin's Rising Dominance Rate Threatens Altcoin Boom From 2021
Bitcoin's (BTC) dominance rate, or share in the overall crypto market, is continuing to rise and threatening to reverse altcoin gains from early 2021. CoinDesk's Jennifer Sanasie presents "The Chart of the Day."
Spot Bitcoin ETF Interest From TradFi Giants Is a 'New Leaf Being Turned Over' for Crypto: Strategist
Maple head of growth and capital markets Quinn Thompson weighs in on the significance of spot bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETF) being approved for the growth of the crypto industry. "The spot ETF is a conduit that allows better access to bitcoin," Thompson said.
Lack of 'Melodrama' Is Surprising in Sam Bankman-Fried's Trial: Law Professor
As part of CoinDesk's State of Crypto Week presented by Chainalysis, St. John’s University law professor Anthony M. Sabino weighs in on how crypto regulation could change as Sam Bankman-Fried's criminal trial continues. When it comes to Sam Bankman-Fried's defense Sabino said he was "quite surprised at the lack of more melodrama," especially regarding former Alameda CEO Caroline Ellison's testimony.
The SBF Trial: Ex-FTX Exec Nishad Singh Faces Cross-Examination
Nishad Singh, a former member of FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried's inner circle, faced cross examination from defense attorney Marc Cohen yesterday. CoinDesk executive director of global content Emily Parker, who was in the courtroom on Tuesday, discusses the latest legal developments.
How Could a Spot Bitcoin ETF Approval Impact the Crypto Markets?
Bitcoin (BTC)'s price flirted with $29,000 earlier today, after Fidelity amended its spot bitcoin ETF filing. Maple head of growth and capital markets Quinn Thompson shares his crypto markets analysis, as BlackRock CEO Larry Fink told Fox Business that clients across the globe are talking about the need for crypto.
Acquittal in Sam Bankman-Fried's Trial Is 'Certainly a Possibility,' Law Professor Says
As part of CoinDesk's State of Crypto Week presented by Chainalysis, which takes a closer look at the future of crypto regulation in the U.S., St. John’s University law professor Anthony M. Sabino discusses his take on FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried's criminal trial and the prospects of an acquittal. Plus, why it could be "highly dangerous" and "extremely risky" for Bankman-Fried to take the stand.
Sanctions Against Hamas Show How U.S. 'Should Go After Any Terrorist Use of Crypto,' Former CIA Analyst Says
The U.S. Treasury Department has imposed sanctions on "10 key Hamas terrorist group members, operatives, and financial facilitators," including a "Gaza-based virtual currency exchange," as conflict escalates in the wake of the militant group's attack on Israel. Former CIA analyst Yaya J. Fanusie discusses the latest developments and why the latest actions are "precise and targeted."
The SBF Trial: Ex-FTX Exec Nishad Singh Back in Court; Binance.US Halts Direct Dollar Withdrawals
"CoinDesk Daily" host Jennifer Sanasie breaks down the hottest crypto headlines today, including the latest witness testimony in the Sam Bankman-Fried trial from former senior FTX executive Nishad Singh. Plus, the amended proposal that bankrupt crypto exchange FTX has floated to return up to 90% of creditor holdings. And, Binance.US users can no longer withdraw dollars directly from the platform after the exchange updated its terms of use.
