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Bitcoin Rises Toward $17K; BlockFi Has $355M in Crypto Frozen on FTX
Crypto lender BlockFi has about $355 million in cryptocurrencies currently frozen on defunct crypto exchange FTX. CoinDesk's Nikhilesh De discusses the latest developments uncovered during BlockFi's first day in bankruptcy court. Howard Fischer, former SEC senior trial counsel and current partner at Moses Singer, shares his thoughts on the legal proceedings. Plus, former AAX Vice President Ben Caselin, who has resigned amid the crypto exchange's withdrawal halt, joins the conversation. And, a crypto markets analysis with Bilal Little of DFD Partners.
First Mover Americas: Coinbase Wallet Ditches 4 Tokens
The latest price moves in crypto markets in context for Nov. 30, 2022.
First Mover Asia: Bitcoin Rises Toward $17K Despite Investor Unease
ALSO: Sam Reynolds writes that most of Grayscale's digital asset trusts are trading at a deep discount, and that many other digital asset trusts that have significant assets face the same predicament.
BlockFi to Make First Appearance in Bankruptcy Court; Bitcoin Bounces Above $16K
Cryptocurrency lender BlockFi, the latest casualty of the FTX collapse, is scheduled to make its first appearance in bankruptcy court after filing for Chapter 11 protection. Joining "First Mover" to discuss the legal proceedings is Hodder Law Firm founder Sasha Hodder. Bitcoin and ether prices are higher despite the BlockFi filing. Floating Point Group CEO John Peurifoy shares his crypto markets outlook. Plus, what other companies could be impacted by FTX's fallout? Bernstein's Gautam Chhugani joins the conversation.
First Mover Americas: BlockFi the Latest Chapter (11) in FTX Saga
The latest price moves in crypto markets in context for Nov. 29, 2022.
First Mover Asia: Ethereum Isn’t wETH or stETH, but Jokes Still Move Markets
Sam Reynolds writes that irreverent posts about lesser-known altcoins – and more significant tokens – can be destructive, especially if people don’t get the irony. ALSO: Bitcoin drops as BlockFi files for bankruptcy protection.
Bahamian Attorney General Defends Actions in FTX Case; Bitcoin and Ether Trade Lower
Bitcoin and Ether are trading lower as fears over FTX contagion and Fed rate hikes continue to weigh on markets. Hashdex CEO Marcelo Sampaio shares his crypto markets outlook. Nikhilesh De has the latest from the Bahamas where Attorney General Ryan Pinder is speaking out on the FTX case and drawing attention to his prior role at a bank with ties to FTX. Plus, a time of transition for Time's Keith Grossman who joins "First Mover" to discuss his upcoming job at MoonPay.
First Mover Americas: Bahamas on Defense After FTX's Collapse
The latest price moves in crypto markets in context for Nov. 28, 2022.
First Mover Asia: Dogecoin Surges 16% to Continue Its Holiday Cheer
The popular meme coin's upswing during U.S. Thanksgiving holiday celebrations, which started Thursday, was an exception in crypto markets as bitcoin and most other major tokens traded sideways.
First Mover Asia: Dogecoin aumenta un 16% para continuar su alegría navideña
El auge de la popular moneda meme durante las celebraciones del Día de Acción de Gracias en Estados Unidos, que comenzaron el jueves, fue una excepción en los Mercados de Cripto , ya que Bitcoin y la mayoría de los otros tokens importantes se negociaban de forma lateral.