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Crypto VC Investments in Latin America Grew to $653M in 2021
Venture capital investments in crypto and blockchain firms in Latin America reached $653 million in 2021, almost 10 times more than what was invested in 2020, according to the Association for Private Capital Investment in Latin America (LAVCA). "The Hash" panel discusses the significance of this growth, particularly in regions known for hyperinflation like Venezuela and Argentina.
Can DAOs Be Recognized as Legal Entities? Only in the Marshall Islands
The Republic of the Marshall Islands has recognized decentralized autonomous organizations (DAOs) as legal entities, becoming the first sovereign nation to do so. The law essentially grants DAOs the same privileges as limited liability corporations (LLCs). "The Hash" hosts unpack whether this move is good for DAOs and what it means for a DAO to transition into an LLC.
NYSE Expanding Into NFT With Plans to Launch Its Own NFT Marketplace
The New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) filed a trademark application to provide an online marketplace for NFTs, cryptocurrencies, digital media and artwork. If successful, the exchange would be competing with the likes of popular NFT marketplaces OpenSea and Rarible. "This shows how interested corporations are in being involved with the times," Will Foxley says. "The Hash" team dives into what this means and why NYSE needs to file for a trademark at all.
Bitcoin Traders Prepare for a Tumultuous March
New data by Glassnode shows bitcoin traders are getting ready to ride out a rocky month ahead. Traders are pricing in uncertainty via the derivatives market, but on-chain supply of the crypto remains stable indicating that the market is ready to “ride out the storm ahead.”
Bitcoin Rangebound; Initial Support at $40K, Resistance at $46K
Bitcoin (BTC) was trading in a tight range between $43,000 and $44,000 over the past 24 hours. Support is nearby, which could limit pullbacks over the short term, CoinDesk’s Markets Analyst Damanick Dantes explains. He adds that traders are looking forward to March’s pending rate hikes by the Federal Reserve.
What Is the Metaverse? An Animated Explanation
CoinDesk’s Christine Lee explains what the metaverse concept entails, going back to its roots in the 1992 sci-fi novel "Snow Crash" and what it means in the current tech and gaming ecosystems. Watch Christine’s animated avatar speak on Facebook's metaverse venture, potential sources of revenue for creators in virtual spaces and the role of NFTs.
Doc Peace Teaches You to NFT
On "NFT All-Stars," Christine Lee speaks with NFT enthusiast and radio-host Doc Peace, who explains how she teaches people to turn their skills and products into NFTs and digital assets. Plus, a look at Busta Rhymes’ appearance at NFT.NYC and an inside scoop on the celebrity rush into the NFT space.
Ukraine Ministry of Digital Transformation Deputy Minister on Russia-Ukraine Tension, State of Crypto in the Country
Alex Bornyakov, Ukraine Ministry of Digital Transformation Deputy Minister and head of Diia City Project, discusses his vantage point in the ongoing Russia-Ukraine tensions and their impact on the local business climate and crypto community.
Key Takeaways From Senate Banking Committee Hearing on Stablecoins
CoinDesk's Nikhilesh De discusses the state of crypto regulation following Tuesday's Senate Banking Committee hearing on stablecoins.
Bitcoin Rally Past $44K Stalls on Low Volume
Bitcoin rallied above $44,000 on low volume before retreating as Russia said it was receptive to a diplomatic solution to tensions on the Ukraine border. OKX Director of Financial Markets Lennix Lai shares insights into crypto trading patterns in China and wider Asia despite thin volumes, the correlation between the markets and Russia-Ukraine tensions and views on NFTs.