New York City

As Sam Bankman-Fried's trial approaches on Oct. 3, CoinDesk TV producers asked people in New York City what they know about about FTX collapse and the exchange's founder. Bankman-Fried's jury will include randomly selected New York residents, so interviewees explained their perceptions regarding the case.

Set 28, 2023

A New York City office building went on sale for $29 million, with the rights to purchase the property listed as a non-fungible token (NFT) on OpenSea. The listing’s price, however, was set in ether (ETH), which has plummeted over 40% since the start of June.

Hun 16, 2022

The White House is reportedly readying an executive order for release as soon as next month that will outline a comprehensive government strategy on cryptocurrencies, asking federal agencies to determine their risks and opportunities. CoinDesk’s Nikhilesh De discusses what we know so far and what this means for crypto.

Ene 24, 2022

VCR Group, a hospitality and restaurant group that includes serial entrepreneur Gary Vaynerchuk, is opening a luxury “seafood-inspired” dining club in Manhattan in 2023. To gain access to “Flyfish Club,” members must have a flyfish non-fungible token (NFT).

Ene 18, 2022

The next mayor of New York City, Eric Adams, has expressed his support for CityCoins’ NYCcoin program. Could Adams’ endorsement see some more pro-crypto amendments to New York’s controversial 2015 BitLicense regulations? “No doubt, [Eric Adams] is trying to get BitLicense [regulations] lessened or removed,” CityCoins’ Patrick Stanley said.

Nob 11, 2021

By Nathaniel WhittemoreNob 3, 2021

Andrew Yang, former presidential candidate and present New York City mayoral candidate says NYC should become a hub for crypto. The Hash panel weighs in on the new battle to become the crypto capital of the world.

Peb 12, 2021