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First Mover Asia: Tokocrypto Token Holders Benefit From Reports of Binance Acquiring the Indonesian Exchange
A Tokocrypto spokesperson would not confirm the deal, which has been widely reported by regional media. Binance is a Tokocrypto investor; bitcoin jumps back above $17K.
Senate Committee to Subpoena Sam Bankman-Fried if He Does Not Testify Voluntarily; Bitcoin Trades Flat
The Senate Banking Committee wants Sam Bankman-Fried to appear before it next week to discuss the collapse of FTX, and will subpoena him if he does not appear voluntarily. CoinDesk's Nikhilesh De has the latest. Plus, Carole House, former White House director of cybersecurity and secure digital innovation at the National Security Council, weighs in on the FTX case. Also joining "First Mover" is JJ Kinahan, CEO of online trading firm IG North America, and Electric Coin Company founder and CEO Zooko Wilcox.
First Mover Americas: Mr. Bankman-Fried Must Go to Washington
The latest price moves in crypto markets in context for Dec. 8, 2022.
First Mover Asia: Here’s What Might Happen to Sino Global’s Liquid Value Fund During FTX’s Bankruptcy Protection Proceedings
Crypto Twitter wanted to know the potential consequences of having Alameda and Sam Bankman-Fried as partners in a fund. So we asked a Hong Kong-based lawyer who specializes in asset tracing and recovery; bitcoin dips but not much.
Bitcoin Dips Under $17K; Sam Bankman-Fried Hires Attorney Mark Cohen: Report
Former FTX CEO Sam Bankman-Fried has hired high-profile defense attorney Mark Cohen, the same attorney who represented Ghislaine Maxwell in her sex-trafficking trial, according to Reuters. Plus, what's moving bitcoin (BTC) and other crypto markets? Joe Orsini of Eaglebrook Advisors shares his analysis. Also joining the conversation is Art Blocks CEO Erick Calderon. See for yourself why he is one of CoinDesk's Most Influential 2022.
First Mover Americas: Grayscale in Investor's Crosshairs
The latest price moves in crypto markets in context for Dec. 7, 2022.
First Mover Asia: Bitcoin Holds Its $17K Perch Amid Rate Hike Concerns
ALSO: Sam Reynolds writes that Asia is ready for a scaled up, crypto-friendly bank, particularly if the U.S. oversteps in regulating the industry following the recent FTX debacle.
Scottie Pippen on His Big NFT Splash and Future of Sports in Crypto; Bitcoin Hovers Around $17K
NBA Hall of Famer Scottie Pippen is stepping into the metaverse with only shoes he can fill, or in this case, drop on OpenSea. Yes, we're talking about Pippen Sneaker NFTs! The legendary basketball champion joins "First Mover" in studio, along with Orange Comet CEO Dave Broome, to discuss the latest project. Plus, has bitcoin hit bottom? eToro Crypto Consultant Glen Goodman shares his crypto markets analysis. And, Molly White discusses her mission to disclose crypto scams and hacks, which earned her a place on CoinDesk's Most Influential 2022 list.
First Mover Americas: Goldman to Spend Big on Crypto Post-FTX
The latest price moves in crypto markets in context for Dec. 6, 2022.
First Mover Asia: Bitcoin Falls on Inflation Fears but Continues Its Ride Above $17K
ALSO: Sam Reynolds writes that Taiwan-based technology conglomerate HTC is looking to take its virtual headset business public in the U.S. as part of a quest to help cultivate the metaverse. But is the company going in the wrong direction?
