Jan 22: Grayscale's Move, Market Liquidations, ETF Developments, Binance's Inflows, and Musk's New Venture
The cryptocurrency sector is witnessing a flurry of significant activities reflecting both its volatility and the strategic maneuvers of major players. Grayscale has reportedly transferred $500 million worth of Bitcoin to Coinbase, a move that raises eyebrows and speculation about its implications for the market or potential strategic adjustments. This period has also seen market volatility leading to over $138 million in liquidations on centralized exchanges within just 24 hours, underscoring the high-risk nature of the crypto trading environment.In the realm of investment products, OSL is set to launch a crypto ETF in Hong Kong by mid-year, signaling growing interest and regulatory advancements in Asian markets for cryptocurrency-based financial products. Meanwhile, Binance has experienced a surge in inflows since November, following a guilty plea, suggesting a resilient trust or strategic positioning by the community and investors in one of the largest cryptocurrency exchanges.Elon Musk's venture, XAI, has successfully raised $500 million, according to reports, marking another significant entry into the crypto and AI integration space by one of the tech industry's most prominent figures. This funding underscores the continued interest and potential in leveraging artificial intelligence within the blockchain and cryptocurrency sectors.________News Links 👇https://decrypt.co/213564/grayscale-sending-bitcoin-coinbase-500-million-whyhttps://www.theblock.co/post/273711/market-volatility-causes-over-138-million-liquidations-on-centralized-exchanges-in-24-hourshttps://www.theblock.co/post/273703/osl-hong-kong-crypto-etf-midyearhttps://www.dlnews.com/articles/snapshot/binance-inflows-have-surged-since-november-guilty-plea/https://decrypt.co/213614/elon-musks-xai-raises-500-million-reporthttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zWDOahuzbO0——————————————————————***NOT FINANCIAL, LEGAL, OR TAX ADVICE! JUST OPINION! I AM NOT AN EXPERT! I DO NOT GUARANTEE A PARTICULAR OUTCOME I HAVE NO INSIDE KNOWLEDGE! YOU NEED TO DO YOUR OWN RESEARCH AND MAKE YOUR OWN DECISIONS! THIS IS JUST EDUCATION & ENTERTAINMENT! ©Copyright 2023 Matthew Aaron Podcasts LLC Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
22 Tammi 202411min
Jan 19: Blockchain Mergers, Play-to-Earn MMORPGs, and Crypto Trends in Asia and Beyond
This week in the world of blockchain and cryptocurrencies, notable developments include the proposed merger of Klatyn and Line-backed Finschia, indicating a growing trend of consolidation in the blockchain industry. Meanwhile, Johnny NKC's tweet on 'X' has been creating a buzz in the social media world, though the details remain elusive.In the gaming sector, WeMade unveils 'Night Crows,' a new Play-to-Earn MMORPG with blockchain integration, marking another step in the fusion of gaming and decentralized technology. In regulatory news, Singapore and Thailand are taking a cautious approach towards Bitcoin ETFs, keeping them at arm's length due to potential risks and regulatory concerns.A Chainalysis report reveals that crypto crime has decreased by 29 percent in 2023, suggesting that the industry's efforts to combat illicit activities are bearing fruit. In a surprising twist, former President Donald Trump is reportedly engaging with Bitcoin ordinals, attempting to revive his flailing NFT drop. Finally, Cathie Wood of ARK Invest makes a bold statement, predicting that Bitcoin is poised to challenge gold's global market dominance, reflecting her confidence in the digital asset's long-term potential.________News Links 👇https://www.theblock.co/post/272764/klatyn-and-line-backed-finschia-propose-blockchain-merger https://x.com/Johnny_nkc/status/1745278907807658145?s=20 https://www.cointrust.com/market-news/wemade-unveils-night-crows-a-play-to-earn-mmorpg-with-blockchain-integration https://asia.nikkei.com/Spotlight/Cryptocurrencies/Singapore-and-Thailand-keep-bitcoin-ETFs-at-arm-s-lengthhttps://decrypt.co/213470/crypto-crime-down-29-percent-in-2023-chainalysis-reporthttps://decrypt.co/213478/trump-is-doing-bitcoin-ordinals-as-he-tries-to-revive-flailing-nft-drophttps://decrypt.co/213442/bitcoin-is-coming-for-golds-global-market-says-cathie-wood——————————————————————***NOT FINANCIAL, LEGAL, OR TAX ADVICE! JUST OPINION! I AM NOT AN EXPERT! I DO NOT GUARANTEE A PARTICULAR OUTCOME I HAVE NO INSIDE KNOWLEDGE! YOU NEED TO DO YOUR OWN RESEARCH AND MAKE YOUR OWN DECISIONS! THIS IS JUST EDUCATION & ENTERTAINMENT! ©Copyright 2023 Matthew Aaron Podcasts LLCDaily Bitcoin, Ethereum, & Crypto News! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
19 Tammi 202411min
Jan 18: BlackRock's ETF Boom, Hash Rate Drop, CBDC Politics, and Regulatory Shifts
This week in the world of cryptocurrency and blockchain, BlackRock's Bitcoin ETF has achieved a remarkable milestone, hitting $1 billion in assets under management (AUM) in just one week, underscoring the growing institutional interest in digital assets. The Bitcoin network faces a significant shift as its hash rate tumbles with the approaching halving event, a critical moment that typically influences the currency's value and mining dynamics.In the political arena, former President Donald Trump has vowed to oppose any U.S. Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC) if reelected, signaling the ongoing debate around digital currency policy in the political sphere. Ripple's CEO has expressed reluctance towards a U.S. IPO, citing the current crypto-hostile environment fostered by the SEC.The European Union has provisionally agreed on tougher anti-money laundering (AML) rules for crypto firms, marking a significant step in regulatory efforts. The crypto community is intrigued by Celestia (TIA), a coin created by a former CIA hacker, which has seen an 800% spike in three months. Lastly, Microsoft CEO praised the Rabbit R1 AI gadget, comparing its impressive demo to Steve Jobs' iconic iPhone unveiling, indicating the growing influence of AI in technology innovation.________News Links 👇https://www.coindesk.com/markets/2024/01/18/blackrocks-bitcoin-etf-hits-1b-aum-in-one-week/https://decrypt.co/213274/bitcoin-hash-rate-tumbles-halving-approacheshttps://decrypt.co/213243/2-billion-dormant-bitcoin-moved-whyhttps://decrypt.co/213281/franklin-templeton-layer-one-ethereum-solana-after-bitcoinhttps://decrypt.co/213324/trump-vows-to-never-allow-u-s-cbdc-if-reelectedhttps://www.theblock.co/post/273079/ripple-ceo-says-us-ipo-not-a-priority-crypto-hostile-sechttps://decrypt.co/213327/eu-provisionally-agrees-tougher-aml-rules-for-crypto-firmshttps://decrypt.co/213312/what-is-celestia-tia-the-coin-created-by-a-cia-hacker-spiked-800-in-3-monthshttps://decrypt.co/213244/microsoft-ceo-rabbit-r1-ai-gadget-was-most-impressive-demo-since-steve-jobs-iphone-unveiling——————————————————————***NOT FINANCIAL, LEGAL, OR TAX ADVICE! JUST OPINION! I AM NOT AN EXPERT! I DO NOT GUARANTEE A PARTICULAR OUTCOME I HAVE NO INSIDE KNOWLEDGE! YOU NEED TO DO YOUR OWN RESEARCH AND MAKE YOUR OWN DECISIONS! THIS IS JUST EDUCATION & ENTERTAINMENT! ©Copyright 2023 Matthew Aaron Podcasts LLC Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
18 Tammi 202414min
Jan 17: Bitcoin's Golden Cross, IRS Leniency, Ethereum Upgrade, and Crypto Industry Moves
In a week of significant developments in the cryptocurrency world, Bitcoin has marked a new milestone by experiencing its first-ever weekly 'Golden Cross', a bullish technical indicator that could potentially signal a long-term upward trend. As the market digests the implications of the recently approved Bitcoin ETF, there are discussions about an emerging power struggle within the Bitcoin community and its impact on the cryptocurrency's future.In regulatory news, the IRS has announced that it will not enforce the controversial $10,000 crypto transaction reporting rule for now, providing some relief to crypto users and investors. Ethereum is gearing up for a major upgrade with the introduction of 'Dencun Goerli' proto-danksharding, a move expected to significantly enhance its network's scalability and efficiency.Ripple's CEO has stated that a U.S. IPO is not currently a priority, citing a hostile regulatory environment led by the SEC. Meanwhile, Tether is advocating for blockchain education at the United Nations, emphasizing the importance of global awareness and understanding of this technology.In gaming and NFT news, 'Dookey Dash' is getting a free-play reboot, offering token rewards to NFT owners, a development that highlights the increasing integration of blockchain technology in the gaming industry.________News Links 👇https://www.coindesk.com/markets/2024/01/17/bitcoin-sees-its-first-ever-weekly-golden-cross/?_gl=1*1a81p9t*_up*MQ..*_ga*MTE0ODA2OTgxMS4xNzA1NTAxNjY3*_ga_VM3STRYVN8*MTcwNTUwMTY2Ny4xLjAuMTcwNTUwMTY2Ny4wLjAuMA..https://www.coindesk.com/consensus-magazine/2024/01/16/after-the-etf-bitcoins-coming-power-struggle/?_gl=1*1a81p9t*_up*MQ..*_ga*MTE0ODA2OTgxMS4xNzA1NTAxNjY3*_ga_VM3STRYVN8*MTcwNTUwMTY2Ny4xLjAuMTcwNTUwMTY2Ny4wLjAuMA..https://decrypt.co/213112/irs-says-wont-enforce-10k-crypto-tax-rule-nowhttps://www.theblock.co/post/273050/ethereum-dencun-goerli-proto-dankshardinghttps://www.theblock.co/post/273079/ripple-ceo-says-us-ipo-not-a-priority-crypto-hostile-sechttps://blockworks.co/news/tether-urges-un-blockchain-educationhttps://decrypt.co/213052/dookey-dash-gets-free-play-reboot-token-rewards-nft-owners——————————————————————***NOT FINANCIAL, LEGAL, OR TAX ADVICE! JUST OPINION! I AM NOT AN EXPERT! I DO NOT GUARANTEE A PARTICULAR OUTCOME I HAVE NO INSIDE KNOWLEDGE! YOU NEED TO DO YOUR OWN RESEARCH AND MAKE YOUR OWN DECISIONS! THIS IS JUST EDUCATION & ENTERTAINMENT! ©Copyright 2023 Matthew Aaron Podcasts LLC Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
17 Tammi 20249min
Jan 16: Campaign Suspension, New Unicorn, Solana's Smartphone, and NFT Innovations
The cryptocurrency world is witnessing a blend of political, business, and technological developments. In a significant political move, Vivek Ramaswamy, a U.S. presidential candidate known for his crypto-friendly stance, has suspended his campaign, marking a notable moment in the intersection of politics and digital currencies. On the business front, Hashkey has emerged as a new crypto unicorn, closing a substantial $100 million fundraising round, signaling investor confidence and growth potential in the digital asset space.Solana Mobile is making technological strides by planning to sell its second crypto smartphone, an indication of the growing convergence of mobile technology and cryptocurrency. Binance is expanding its global footprint by opening a new crypto exchange in Thailand, further extending its reach in the Southeast Asian market. OKX, a major crypto exchange, has secured a Virtual Asset Service Provider (VASP) license in Dubai, demonstrating the region's increasing openness to digital asset services.In the realm of innovation, the CES 2024 event showcased Mercedes-Benz's foray into the NFT space with a preview of its in-car NFT gallery and an emotional AI assistant. This development highlights the ongoing integration of NFTs and AI technology in mainstream industries, especially in the automotive sector.________News Links 👇https://www.coindesk.com/policy/2024/01/16/vivek-ramaswamy-crypto-friendly-us-presidential-candidate-suspends-campaign/?_gl=1*ztaasj*_up*MQ..*_ga*MTk1ODc5Njc0NS4xNzA1NDExNzQw*_ga_VM3STRYVN8*MTcwNTQxMTc0MC4xLjAuMTcwNTQxMTc0MC4wLjAuMA..https://www.coindesk.com/business/2024/01/16/hashkey-becomes-crypto-unicorn-after-closing-100m-raise/https://www.coindesk.com/business/2024/01/16/solana-mobile-to-sell-second-crypto-smartphone-source/https://www.coindesk.com/business/2024/01/16/binance-thailand-crypto-exchange-open-for-trading/https://www.theblock.co/post/272779/okx-vasp-dubaihttps://decrypt.co/212831/ces-2024-mercedes-benz-previews-in-car-nft-gallery-emotional-ai-assistant——————————————————————***NOT FINANCIAL, LEGAL, OR TAX ADVICE! JUST OPINION! I AM NOT AN EXPERT! I DO NOT GUARANTEE A PARTICULAR OUTCOME I HAVE NO INSIDE KNOWLEDGE! YOU NEED TO DO YOUR OWN RESEARCH AND MAKE YOUR OWN DECISIONS! THIS IS JUST EDUCATION & ENTERTAINMENT! ©Copyright 2023 Matthew Aaron Podcasts LLC Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
16 Tammi 202410min
Jan 15: Jameson Lopp’s SAN FRANCISCO 2033
The emergence of Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs) is raising critical questions about the future of decentralized cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin. A recent article in Bitcoin Magazine delves into the potential implications of CBDCs on the broader digital currency landscape. One of the most pressing concerns is whether the rise of state-backed digital currencies could lead to the outlawing of Bitcoin and similar decentralized assets. This scenario hinges on various factors, including regulatory approaches, the public's adoption of CBDCs, and the perceived threat of decentralized currencies to traditional financial systems. The debate around CBDCs and Bitcoin represents a larger conversation about the role of state control versus decentralization in the financial sector, with significant implications for the future of digital currencies.________News Links 👇https://bitcoinmagazine.com/culture/under-cbdcs-bitcoin-is-outlawed——————————————————————***NOT FINANCIAL, LEGAL, OR TAX ADVICE! JUST OPINION! I AM NOT AN EXPERT! I DO NOT GUARANTEE A PARTICULAR OUTCOME I HAVE NO INSIDE KNOWLEDGE! YOU NEED TO DO YOUR OWN RESEARCH AND MAKE YOUR OWN DECISIONS! THIS IS JUST EDUCATION & ENTERTAINMENT! ©Copyright 2023 Matthew Aaron Podcasts LLCDaily Bitcoin, Ethereum, & Crypto News! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
15 Tammi 202411min
Jan 12: Asian Crypto Shifts & Global ETF Developments: Korea's Credit Clampdown, Japan's BTC Move, and ETF Triumphs
The Asian cryptocurrency landscape is undergoing significant regulatory and market changes. South Korea is tightening its grip on crypto transactions by seeking a ban on cryptocurrency purchases with credit cards and introducing new regulations for virtual asset distribution and listing. This move indicates a cautious approach by the government towards integrating digital currencies into the mainstream financial system. Meanwhile, Japan's e-commerce giant Mercari is reportedly planning to accept Bitcoin payments, reflecting a growing acceptance of cryptocurrencies in the region's retail sector.In other news, Hong Kong is preparing to launch the first spot crypto ETFs in Asia, marking a major milestone for the region and potentially setting a precedent for other Asian markets. However, this progress in the ETF arena is not without its critics, as U.S. Senator Elizabeth Warren has expressed concerns, questioning the SEC's decision on Bitcoin ETFs.Despite the regulatory debates, the first Bitcoin ETF has seen a staggering $4 billion in trading on its opening day, underscoring the immense investor interest and market potential for such products. In a significant endorsement, BlackRock CEO Larry Fink has shown support for an Ether ETF, further validating the growing interest in diversified cryptocurrency investment vehicles.________News Links 👇https://www.hani.co.kr/arti/economy/finance/1123920.html https://www.coindesk.com/policy/2024/01/04/south-korea-regulator-seeks-ban-on-crypto-purchases-with-credit-cards/https://coingape.com/south-korea-to-introduce-virtual-assets-distribution-listing-regulation/https://www.theblock.co/post/270798/japans-e-commerce-giant-mercari-plans-to-accept-btc-payments-reporthttps://www.caixinglobal.com/2024-01-11/hong-kong-prepares-to-launch-first-spot-crypto-etfs-in-asia-102155185.html https://blockworks.co/news/sec-wrong-bitcoin-etf-elizabeth-warrenhttps://decrypt.co/212570/bitcoin-etf-4-billion-day-one-tradinghttps://www.coindesk.com/markets/2024/01/12/blackrock-ceo-larry-fink-backs-ether-etf/——————————————————————***NOT FINANCIAL, LEGAL, OR TAX ADVICE! JUST OPINION! I AM NOT AN EXPERT! I DO NOT GUARANTEE A PARTICULAR OUTCOME I HAVE NO INSIDE KNOWLEDGE! YOU NEED TO DO YOUR OWN RESEARCH AND MAKE YOUR OWN DECISIONS! THIS IS JUST EDUCATION & ENTERTAINMENT! ©Copyright 2023 Matthew Aaron Podcasts LLC Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
12 Tammi 202415min
Jan 11: Bitcoin ETF Milestone: SEC Approval Sparks Market Movement, Grayscale Takes Lead
The cryptocurrency market has reached a pivotal moment with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) approving a Bitcoin exchange-traded fund (ETF), a long-awaited development in the crypto world. This historic approval has had an immediate impact on the market, with Bitcoin experiencing a dip and then a bounce back, while Ethereum surged past $2,500, signaling a wave of investor reactions and market recalibrations.Grayscale Investments has claimed a significant victory in this new ETF landscape, boasting the first spot Bitcoin ETF to be traded. This accomplishment not only represents a win for Grayscale but also marks a major step forward for the broader cryptocurrency market, offering investors a more regulated and mainstream avenue for Bitcoin exposure. The SEC's approval and Grayscale's subsequent success are expected to pave the way for more institutional investment and possibly usher in a new era of crypto-financial products.________News Links 👇https://decrypt.co/210763/bitcoin-etf-approved-sechttps://decrypt.co/212368/bitcoin-dips-then-bounces-after-etf-approval-while-ethereum-tops-2500https://www.coindesk.com/markets/2024/01/11/grayscale-claims-bragging-rights-for-first-spot-bitcoin-etf-to-trade/?_gl=1*76ed0*_up*MQ..*_ga*MTg5MzY0ODc5NC4xNzA0OTczMDM0*_ga_VM3STRYVN8*MTcwNDk3MzAzMy4xLjAuMTcwNDk3MzAzMy4wLjAuMA..——————————————————————***NOT FINANCIAL, LEGAL, OR TAX ADVICE! JUST OPINION! I AM NOT AN EXPERT! I DO NOT GUARANTEE A PARTICULAR OUTCOME I HAVE NO INSIDE KNOWLEDGE! YOU NEED TO DO YOUR OWN RESEARCH AND MAKE YOUR OWN DECISIONS! THIS IS JUST EDUCATION & ENTERTAINMENT! ©Copyright 2023 Matthew Aaron Podcasts LLCDaily Bitcoin, Ethereum, & Crypto News! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
11 Tammi 202413min
