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What Will Lead Registered Investment Advisors to Recommend Crypto?
Michael Liebowitz of RIA Advisors joins "First Mover" to explain why registered investment advisors and their clients are very cautious about crypto at this time but will be inclined to invest if U.S. regulators approve an exchange-traded fund. "They see what's going on with the Fed and what [it's] doing to purchasing power," Leibowitz said. "We're going to find alternative methods to protect ourselves."

What to Expect at Gary Gensler's Senate Confirmation Hearing Today
It's a big day on Capitol Hill as the Senate confirmation hearing begins for Gary Gensler, President Biden's choice to lead the SEC. Nik De, CoinDesk's regulatory reporter, joins "First Mover" to discuss the topics that might come up during today's hearings, including protections for retail investors and the coronavirus pandemic's impact on the economy.

A Leading Compliance Services Firm Is Optimistic New SEC Chief Will Make Crypto Industry Safer for Retail Investors
As Goldman Sachs prepares to relaunch its crypto trading desk, the New York Attorney General is warning investors about the risks of investing in digital currencies. Compliance expert Todd Cipperman provides reaction and discusses the regulatory outlook under Gary Gensler, who is expected to be confirmed by the U.S. Senate tomorrow as the new chairman of the SEC.

Breaking Down Citi's Report Mapping the Future of Bitcoin
Today Citi released a 108-page report analyzing bitcoin and the broader crypto industry. One of the report's authors, Omid Malekan, joins us to explain the bank's research and its conclusion that bitcoin is "at a tipping point."

Could Slowing Institutional Investment Send Crypto Into Reverse?
Max Boonen, founder and director of B2C2, shares his thoughts on the future of the crypto market if U.S. monetary policy tightens or institutional investment announcements slow. “I think there is scope for a little bit of a reversal,” Boonen said.

Is Bitcoin at the 'Tipping Point' of Mainstream Adoption? Here's What Citi Says
Will the BTC scales tip towards mainstream acceptance or speculative implosion? That's the question Citi asked in a newly published report, "Bitcoin at the Tipping Point." "The Hash" panel debates.

Facebook Launches Latest Salvo Against Apple Privacy Updates
The Facebook vs. Apple saga continues, with the social media giant releasing a new advertisement targeting small business owners. “The Hash” panel discusses the impact of the Facebook vs. Apple battle and its implications for user privacy.

Why Was CoinDesk’s YouTube Channel Shut Down?
CoinDesk TV’s YouTube channel is back up after being shut down during a live broadcast of “All About Bitcoin” last week. Why was it shut down in the first place? “The Hash” panel weighs in on social media censorship and the rise of alternative streaming platforms like LBRY.

Just How Decentralized Is Binance Smart Chain? The Growing Debate
When a bunch of Ethereum developers launch a contract on the Binance Smart Chain, drama ensues. “The Hash” panel discusses the growing debate about why certain decentralized platforms could possibly be subjected to centralized forces.

Far-Right Platform Gab Hacked, Its Trove of User Data Stolen
The Distributed Denial of Secrets (DDoSecrets) group hacked far-right social media platform Gab. DDoSecrets says it will release a 70 gigabyte trove of private data to journalists, data scientists and researchers. Noble cause or exploitation?
