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Are Institutional Investors Getting Cold Feet?
Grayscale Bitcoin Trust (GBTC) shares bought in January will be unlocked next month, and the incentive to reinvest is relatively low. CoinDesk's Galen Moore discusses whether such "unlockings" discourage institutional investments. He also suggests where Chinese miners might be headed following further operations crackdowns. Plus, what Coinbase entering the Japanese market means for the global crypto community and regulatory framework.
Crypto’s East-West Divide: How Some Companies Are Bridging the Gap
China-based cryptocurrency exchange Huobi is set to launch a new U.S. affiliate in July. Meanwhile, American crypto exchange Coinbase goes east as it registers with Japan’s Financial Watchdog to offer crypto services in the country.
Coinbase Pro Adding Shiba Inu, Chiliz, Keep Network to Platform
“The Hash” panel reacts to Coinbase Pro sending tokens like Shiba Inu, Chiliz, and Keep Network soaring after adding them to the exchange.
Coinbase Retail Customers Can Now Buy Dogecoin
Coinbase will begin allowing retail users to purchase dogecoin, and is kicking off a $1.2M giveaway to promote the memecoin's availability. "The Hash" panel discusses the role of joke coins in the crypto space and whether it is responsible for platforms like Coinbase to promote them.
Dogecoin Soars 32% in 24 Hours as Coinbase Hops on the Crypto-Meme Train
Dogecoin has surged 32% in the past 24 hours following an announcement from Coinbase that said it has listed dogecoin (DOGE) on its professional trading platform. “The Hash” panel reacts to Coinbase climbing aboard the crypto-meme train, suggesting the way ahead for the dogecoin phenomenon.
Coinbase Links Its Visa Debit Card With Apple Pay, Google Pay
Coinbase’s Visa debit card now works with Apple Pay and Google Pay. “The Hash” team unpacks the new development as a potential driver for mainstream adoption of cryptocurrencies in the world of commerce.
Coinbase’s Latest Move into Media Includes ‘Fact Checking’
Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong writes that Coinbase would be launching a fact-checking section on its company blog. “The Hash” panel discusses whether Coinbase’s media ambitions are propaganda or a real attempt at creating “decentralized” information.
Coinbase Says Institutions Aren't 'Panic Selling' During the Dip
Despite the recent volatility in the crypto market, according to Coinbase, institutional investors are keeping calm. Brett Tejpaul, Coinbase's head of institutional sales, says the exchange has not seen any panic selling, just trading as usual. Tejpaul joins "First Mover" to weigh in on what Coinbase sees in the markets. Plus, he explains the difference between Coinbase and Coinbase Pro.
Coinbase Launching a Media Arm, Axios Reports
“The Hash” team digs into the evolving world of crypto media in light of a recent scoop from Axios that shows Coinbase is planning to launch its own media arm.
Elon Musk Says He’s Working With Dogecoin Devs to Improve Network
The price of dogecoin surged after Elon Musk tweeted he was working with the joke coin’s developers to improve the network’s transaction efficiency. This tweet follows on the heels of Musk’s announcement yesterday that Tesla would stop accepting bitcoin as a form of payment.