CME Group Launches Ethereum Options Ahead of Merge
Leading derivatives marketplace CME Group is launching ether (ETH) options amid surging demand for ETH derivatives ahead of the Ethereum Merge. Tim McCourt, global head of equity and FX products at CME Group, shares his insights following the first block trade.

Bitcoin Slips to $20K as US Inflation Continues to Rise
Bitcoin (BTC) and ether (ETH) tumbled as U.S. August inflation data came in higher than expected. QCP Capital co-founder and CIO Darius Sit discusses a potential bitcoin bottom and his crypto markets outlook. Plus, the current state of institutional investors in Asia.

Bitcoin Rally Continues While Ether Stays Steady Around $1,700
Bitcoin (BTC) rises above $22,000 ahead of the anticipated “Merge” while ether (ETH) lags behind. Observers claim the underperformance of ether stems from traders rotating money out of ether into bitcoin. “All About Bitcoin” host Christine Lee breaks down the Chart of the Day.

Bitcoin Above $22K Ahead of Ethereum Merge; Will the ‘Flippening’ Eventually Happen?
ConsenSys Head Economist Lex Sokolin joins “First Mover” to discuss impacts of the Ethereum Merge on ether (ETH) price, and the significance of reducing energy consumption for future Web3 developments. Plus, his thoughts on whether ether will eventually flip bitcoin (BTC).

Exploring the Regulatory Impact of Upcoming Ethereum Merge
Could the upcoming Ethereum Merge change the nature of ether (ETH) from a commodity to a security? Prime Trust VP Jeremy Sheridan discusses the legal considerations of the merge and how it might shape the future of the U.S. crypto regulatory framework. Plus, he reacts to Celsius’ lawsuit against Prime Trust.

Laura Shin on Why Ethereum Merge Is Significant for the Crypto World
The anticipated Ethereum Merge is expected to be completed around mid September. Crypto podcaster and author Laura Shin joins “First Mover” to discuss the significance of the Merge for the crypto world and the public perception of ether (ETH). Plus, key takeaways from her interview with Arthur Hayes.

Rubicon CEO: ‘Optimistic’ for Strong ETH Performance
Rubicon Crypto co-founder and CEO Greg Johnson explains why he is “optimistic” for strong ether (ETH) performance ahead of the anticipated merge. Plus, why the shift from proof-of-work to proof-of-stake is more significant than a short-term price change.

Crypto Volatility Returns; Big Names Investing in Blockchain
Bitcoin and ether hit by inflation concerns. Number of USDC exchange deposits hits 16-month low. Top names invest $6 billion in blockchain despite market wobbles. Those stories and other news shaping the cryptocurrency and blockchain world in this episode of “The Daily Forkast.”

First Mover Americas: Bitcoin alcanza los 25.000 dólares pero no logra mantenerse, Galaxy Digital descarta plan de comprar BitGo
Los últimos movimientos de precios en los Mercados de Cripto en contexto para el 15 de agosto de 2022.
