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Binance Unveils Self-Custody Wallet; HSBC to Start a Custody Service for Tokenized Securities
"CoinDesk Daily" host Jennifer Sanasie breaks down the hottest crypto headlines today, including new details about Binance's self-custody Web3 wallet. OpenSea's valuation was reportedly slashed by 90% from an investor. HSBC plans to start a custody service of tokenized securities for institutional clients. And, new data shows the rate of new cryptocurrency creation has dropped to a three-year low.

CME Is Now the Second-Largest Bitcoin Futures Exchange: Coinglass
The Chicago Mercantile Exchange (CME) is now the second-largest bitcoin futures exchange, with only Binance holding a greater market share, according to data from Coinglass. "First Mover" hosts Jennifer Sanasie and Lawrence Lewitinn discuss, as some observers believe that the recent rally in the crypto market is institutionally led.

Sam Bankman-Fried Says He Made 'Mistakes' at FTX; Binance CEO CZ's Fortune Revealed
"CoinDesk Daily" host Jennifer Sanasie breaks down the hottest stories shaping the crypto industry today, including Sam Bankman-Fried's testimony as he takes the stand in front of jurors during his criminal trial. Bloomberg reports on the change in Binance founder CZ's net worth during crypto winter. Plus, users of the hi debit Mastercard can now spend Metaverse platform Sandbox’s SAND token in eligible markets.

Sam Bankman-Fried Will Testify; Crypto Wallet Maker Ledger Officially Rolls Out 'Recover'
"CoinDesk Daily" host Jennifer Sanasie breaks down the hottest stories shaping the crypto industry today, including FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried deciding to testify in his criminal trial. Wallet maker Ledger's "Recover" option is now live, prompting new criticism from some unimpressed crypto users. Plus, crypto withdrawals on Binance are back online after a temporary outage.

Binance Renews Push to Nix CFTC Suit
Binance is seeking to fend off charges again from U.S. commodity regulators, as the world’s biggest crypto exchange faces increasing heat from enforcers. As part of CoinDesk's State of Crypto 2023 event in Washington, D.C., CFTC Commissioner Summer K. Mersinger discusses the agency's enforcement authority and future of crypto regulation.

CFTC Commissioner Mersinger Discusses Spot Bitcoin ETF Optimism, Crypto Regulation
As part of CoinDesk's State of Crypto 2023 event in Washington, D.C., CFTC Commissioner Summer K. Mersinger shares insights into the state of U.S. crypto regulation and also explains why she's "not surprised" about spot bitcoin ETF excitement fueling market optimism. Plus, Mersinger weighs in on the regulator recently targeting three decentralized finance (DeFi) operations and Binance renewing its push to fend off charges from the CFTC.

Australia to Release Draft Legislation for Crypto Exchanges in 2024; Is Binance Too Big to Fail?
Host Angie Lau breaks down the latest developments in crypto legislation around the world as Australia proposes a move towards a clear regulatory framework for digital asset platforms. Plus, a deep dive into crypto exchange Binance's ongoing legal battle. Those stories and other news shaping the cryptocurrency world are in this episode of "Forkast IQ."

Gemini, Genesis, DCG Sued by New York Attorney General; Coinbase Picks EU Hub
"CoinDesk Daily" host Jennifer Sanasie breaks down the hottest crypto headlines today, including a new prediction from Morgan Stanley Wealth Management about the end of crypto winter. Coinbase picks a new EU hub. New details on FTX using customer funds to buy back the firm’s stake held with Binance. And, New York Attorney General Letitia James filed a lawsuit against crypto firms Gemini, Genesis Global Capital, and Digital Currency Group. CoinDesk is owned by DCG.

SEC Not Willing to 'Publicly Assert That Ether Is a Security Right Now': Former CFTC General Counsel
For CoinDesk's State of Crypto Week, presented by Chainalysis, Daniel Davis, former CFTC general counsel and a current partner at Katten Muchin Rosenman LLP, discusses why the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is not willing to "publicly assert that ether is a security right now." Davis also noted the agency did not list ether as a security "when they brought enforcement actions against platforms like Coinbase and Binance."

VanEck Readies Ethereum Futures ETF; Marathon Digital Mines Invalid Bitcoin Block
"CoinDesk Daily" host Jennifer Sanasie breaks down the hottest crypto headlines today, including VanEck preparing to roll out its Ethereum futures exchange-traded fund (ETF). TerraUSD creator Do Kwon opposes the SEC's attempts to bring him back to the United States. Changpeng “CZ” Zhao denies he is the owner of CommEX, the company that has bought Binance Russia. Plus, Bitcoin mining company Marathon Digital (MARA) mines an invalid Bitcoin block.
