Binance Upgrades Blockchain Bridge to Connect DeFi and CeFi
The firm behind the exchange is continuing its infrastructure push.
The SEC's New Proposal to Redefine 'Dealer' Could Spell Bad News for DeFi
The 200-page proposal is ostensibly about the electronic trading of U.S. Treasurys – but many industry insiders smell a sneak attack against crypto.
Money Continues to Pour Into GameFi, but Will Developers Follow?
One of the hottest sectors for investors is seeing mixed reactions from top talent.
Abra CEO on Why He Thinks ETH Will Eventually Overtake BTC
Abra CEO Bill Barhydt explains why ether could overtake bitcoin following its upgrade to a proof-of-stake mechanism, highlighting the many use cases for the Ethereum network, ranging from NFTs to DeFi applications. Plus, a conversation about crypto leaving centralized exchanges and Abra’s digital asset lending programs.
Hashdex Launches New DeFi ETF, Coinbase's Potential Acquisition in Brazil
Samir Kerbage, Hashdex Chief Technology Officer, discusses how the Brazilian asset manager plans to bring traditional investors to Web 3 with their new DeFi ETF, trading on the B3 stock exchange. Plus, a conversation about Coinbase’s rumored acquisition of 2TM, Brazil’s largest crypto exchange.
China Stamping Out Mining; Crypto Market Makes Gains
China takes aim at corruption in underground Bitcoin mining. Russian committee proposes bitcoin payment for oil and energy exports. Crypto markets shift to upward trend after weeks of volatility. DeFi, NFT access at stake as FATF Travel Rule goes into force in South Korea. More on those stories and other news shaping the cryptocurrency and blockchain world in this episode of “The Daily Forkast.”
Jump Crypto Wants You to Know Its Name
A secretive trading giant with an army of developers is taking an increasingly active role in building key crypto infrastructure.
Market Wrap: Cryptos Rise as Russia Mulls Bitcoin for Oil Payments; Dogecoin Rallies
Bitcoin rose 4% over the past 24 hours, compared with a 6% rally in DOGE.
Mastercard Exec on Embracing Crypto for Cross-Border Payments
Mastercard VP of New Product & Innovation Harold Bossé explains how the company plans to embrace crypto and blockchain technology for cross-border payments. Bossé discusses collaborations with crypto firms Ava Labs and ConsenSys, and how to bridge the gap between traditional finance and DeFi.
Bitcoin Breaks $43K Despite Powell's Call for New Regulations on Crypto
Marc Lopresti, The Strategic Funds' managing director, discusses the recent upswing in the crypto markets amid Fed Chair Jerome Powell’s statements on a digital dollar and Terra Luna’s purchase of $125 million worth of bitcoin. Plus, a conversation about investor interest in various altcoins like Solana, AVAX, and ether, and traditional finance’s ongoing effort to enter the DeFi space.