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First Mover Asia: Bitcoin Claws Back Above $20K; Singapore Bank Head’s Speech Reflects Growing Crypto Hostility
In his speech, Ravi Menon spoke in favor of digital asset innovation but not cryptocurrency speculation. But the Monetary Authority of Singapore’s approach may not be realistic.

First Mover Americas: Bitcoin Holds $20K Level; Altcoins Recover as Market Sentiment Improves
The latest price moves in crypto markets in context for Aug. 30, 2022.

Ether Rising, Bitcoin Steady; Federal Reserve’s FedNow Real-Time Payments Set for Mid-2023 Debut
“First Mover” dives into markets as ether (ETH) leads a crypto relief rally and bitcoin (BTC) seems to find support at $20,000. Rosh Singh, founder and CEO of Quadency gives his crypto markets outlook. Also, CoinDesk’s Nikhilesh De explains the Fed’s instant payments service that could pave the way for a central bank digital currency (CBDC). Plus “Sin Week” continues at CoinDesk and “First Mover” looks at decentralized sports betting.

First Mover Asia: Taipei Blockchain Week Imperiled by Government’s COVID-19 Quarantine; Bitcoin Rebounds Above $20K
Taipei Blockchain Week organizers are exploring the use of residency visas for potential attendees and are optimistic they will hold a successful event; ether climbs to about $1.5K.

First Mover Americas: Bitcoin Bounces to $20K as Dollar Recedes From 20-Year High; Equity Futures Slide
The latest price moves in crypto markets in context for Aug. 29, 2022.

Bitcoin Struggles Around $20K, EU Legislation May Restrict US Dollar-Backed Stablecoins
Bitcoin (BTC) has fallen below $20,000 and is now attempting to claw its way back. Ether and other major alt coins also took a significant weekend hit. GSR OTC Trader Luke Farrell provides crypto markets analysis. Also, European crypto advocates are fighting EU legislation that could restrict US dollar-backed stablecoins. Joining “First Mover” to discuss is Robert Kopitsch, secretary general at Blockchain for Europe.

First Mover Asia: Bitcoin Falls to $19.6K as Investors Continue to Mull Fed Chair's Comments
Ether and other major altcoins are down in weekend trading.

Pioneiro nas Américas: Bitcoin em estase antes do discurso de Powell; O cbETH da Coinbase é negociado com desconto para o Ether
Os últimos movimentos de preços nos Mercados de Cripto no contexto de 26 de agosto de 2022.

First Mover Americas: Bitcoin in stasi in vista del discorso di Powell; Il cbETH di Coinbase viene scambiato con uno sconto su Ether
Gli ultimi movimenti di prezzo nei Mercati Cripto nel contesto del 26 agosto 2022.

First Mover Americas: Bitcoin in Stasis Ahead of Powell Speech; Coinbase's cbETH Trades At Discount to Ether
The latest price moves in crypto markets in context for Aug. 26, 2022.
