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Does Tether Pose Systemic Risk to Crypto Markets?
CoinDesk Data and Indexes Director Galen Moore discusses his stablecoin Tether (USDT) assessment and its impact on bitcoin amid the cryptocurrency being subject to increased scrutiny by U.S. regulators. “The question of Tether’s ability to maintain its peg to the dollar is a systemic question,” Moore said.
Robinhood Reportedly Testing Feature to Protect Crypto Investors From Volatility
As Robinhood prepares to go public this week, the zero-fee trading platform is reportedly working on a new feature that will help protect users from crypto price volatility. “The Hash” panel discusses whether the fintech firm is acting in the best interests of its clients or is it just a front to appease regulators?
New App Allows Consumers to Spend DASH Cryptocurrency at 155K+ US Retailers
Blockchain-based payments network Dash has launched DashDirect, a noncustodial and user-controlled retail app, which allows users to pay for everyday purchases at over 155K national retailers with their DASH holdings and qualify for discounts of up to 12%. "The Hash" hosts examine the pros and cons of such a product in bringing cryptocurrency utility to the masses.
Here's Why Binance CEO 'CZ' Is Looking for His Replacement
Binance, the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange by volume, is looking for someone with a strong regulatory background to become its new chief executive officer, replacing its current CEO, Changpeng "CZ" Zhao. The news comes amid Binance facing a series of regulatory scrutiny across global jurisdictions. "The Hash" team discusses the implications for the exchange and its customers.
Bitcoin Rewards Site Lolli Raises $10M, Eyes Gaming Sector for Growth
Bitcoin rewards company Lolli raised $10 million in its latest funding round. Social media influencers Logan Paul, Chantel Jeffries and Sway House also participated in the Series A round. Lolli plans to be more active in the gaming community. "The Hash" panel digs into the world of crypto influencers and their potential role in driving mainstream blockchain adoption.
Growing Debate Over Encrypted Smartphones and Crime
"The Hash" responds to an op-ed written by the executive director of Europol and district attorney of New York, which suggests global law enforcement authorities should have back door access to encrypted digital devices to prevent and solve crimes.
AS Roma Football Club Signs $42M Deal With Blockchain Fintech Zytara Labs
Italian soccer club AS Roma has signed a three-year partnership worth €36 million ($42 million) with blockchain fintech Zytara Labs. DigitalBits founder Al Burgio discusses what it's all about as perhaps the most notable sponsorship deal to date between a soccer club and blockchain or crypto-centric firm.
Key Takeaways From Tuesday’s Crypto Hearings
Congress held three simultaneous hearings around cryptocurrencies and their use cases on Tuesday. CoinDesk’s Nikhilesh De discusses the high-level takeaways, proposing the outlook for crypto regulation. Plus, whether there is a partisan divide among lawmakers in their discussions about crypto.
Binance CEO Willing To Step Down
Bitmain spins off Antpool bitcoin mining pool. Indian banks invest in blockchain technology. Binance CEO reconfirms he is willing to step down. We’ll have more on that story and other news shaping the cryptocurrency and blockchain world in this episode of “The Daily Forkast”.
Why Is Bitcoin's Price Rising?
Henry Elder, Head of Treasury and Wealth Management at Wave Financial, discusses the potential reasons behind bitcoin's bounce and the outlook for the cryptocurrency as it returns near $40K resistance. Plus, bitcoin's correlation to the altcoin markets and traditional capital markets and whether institutional interest in bitcoin has subsided.
