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Bahamas Prime Minister on Embracing Crypto
Speaking from the Crypto Bahamas conference, Bahamas Prime Minister Philip Davis and Attorney General Ryan Pinder discuss how the country’s digital asset regulatory framework fosters an environment that crypto firms like FTX can consider “home.” Plus, a conversation on the Bahamas’ anti-money laundering efforts and the Sand Dollar central bank digital currency.
CoinFund President on Crypto Mainstream Adoption, Goldman Sachs and FTX Collaboration
CoinFund President Chris Perkins discusses the current state of the crypto markets as bitcoin trades below $40,000 after a 5% decline. Perkins addresses positive factors hitting the crypto industry, noting favorable sentiment among policymakers and increasing institutional interest. This comes as Goldman Sachs and FTX executives meet in the Bahamas to discuss further collaboration. Plus, a conversation on the proof-of-work debate and the derivatives market.
FTX.US President on What to Expect From Crypto Bahamas
Brett Harrison, president of crypto exchange FTX.US, the stateside wing of Sam Bankman-Fried’s crypto empire FTX, joins “All About Bitcoin” live from Crypto Bahamas to share a preview of his upcoming keynote speech. Plus, his take on crypto’s role in Russian sanctions, algorithmic stablecoins and more.
Russian Crypto Miner BitRiver Hit by US Sanctions
CoinDesk Managing Editor for Global Policy and Regulation Nikhilesh De discusses Russian crypto mining firm BitRiver being hit with U.S. sanctions amid the invasion of Ukraine. Plus, a conversation about a recent meeting between FTX’s Sam Bankman-Fried and members of the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC).
Bitcoin Price Eyes 200-Day Simple Moving Average
The Strategic Funds Managing Director Marc Lopresti provides his analysis on bitcoin's next move after a three-day price rally. Lopresti also explains why his firm is bullish on altcoins like Avalanche and Solana. Plus, a conversation about the continued growth of institutional interest in crypto, noting a rumored partnership between FTX and Goldman Sachs.
FTX US to Meet With CFTC Regarding Derivatives Trades
CoinDesk Managing Editor for Global Policy and Regulation Nikhilesh De discusses an upcoming meeting between the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) and crypto exchange FTX US regarding their proposal to directly settle derivatives trades. Plus, insights into FTX’s acquisition of derivatives provider LedgerX.
План FTX планується розглянути за круглим столом CFTC наступного місяця
Пропозиція від FTX.US щодо прямого клірингу деривативів буде в центрі громадського обговорення 23 травня.
Співгенеральний директор FTX пожертвував 4 мільйони доларів республіканському PAC напередодні проміжних виборів у США
Райан Саламе вже пожертвував 1 мільйон доларів безпартійним Крипто PAC під час цього циклу виборів.
Індійська ігрова фірма MPL може залучити інвестиції від FTX: звіт
MPL прагне залучити інвестиції в рамках розширення серії E на суму 2,5 мільярда доларів.
Binance to Sponsor 64th Annual Grammy Awards
Binance, the world’s largest crypto exchange, has announced plans to sponsor the 64th Annual Grammy Awards, the biggest night in the American music industry. “The Hash” group discusses why crypto companies are vying for mainstream audiences, noting advertisements by FTX, Coinbase, and Crypto.com in this year’s Super Bowl. Plus, a conversation about the possibility of a metaverse Grammy Awards.