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Sen. Cynthia Lummis (R-Wyo.) discusses the latest bill she drafted with Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand (D-N.Y.) that takes on stablecoin legislation.To get the show every day, follow the podcast here.Sen. Cynthia Lummis (R-Wyo.) joins "First Mover" to discuss the new bill she introduced with Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand (D-N.Y.) that again aims at providing a regulatory framework for stablecoins in the U.S. Plus, why they proposed to ban algorithmic stablecoins in the bill. -Consensus is where experts convene to talk about the ideas shaping our digital future. Join developers, investors, founders, brands, policymakers and more in Austin, Texas from May 29-31. The tenth annual Consensus is curated by CoinDesk to feature the industry’s most sought-after speakers, unparalleled networking opportunities and unforgettable experiences. Register now at consensus.coindesk.com.-This episode was hosted by Jennifer Sanasie. “First Mover” is produced by Jennifer Sanasie and Melissa Montañez and edited by Victor Chen.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Host Jennifer Sanasie breaks down the latest news in the crypto industry from JPMorgan's bitcoin prediction to New Zealand's launch of digital cash consultation.To get the show every day, follow the podcast here."CoinDesk Daily" host Jennifer Sanasie breaks down the biggest headlines impacting the crypto industry today, as a new research report from JPMorgan says the bitcoin price is likely to drop after the halving event. Plus, the launch of digital cash consultation in New Zealand, and the latest from the Mango Markets fraud trial.-Consensus is where experts convene to talk about the ideas shaping our digital future. Join developers, investors, founders, brands, policymakers and more in Austin, Texas from May 29-31. The tenth annual Consensus is curated by CoinDesk to feature the industry’s most sought-after speakers, unparalleled networking opportunities and unforgettable experiences. Register now at consensus.coindesk.com.-This episode was hosted by Jennifer Sanasie. “First Mover” is produced by Jennifer Sanasie and Melissa Montañez and edited by Victor Chen.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The latest price moves and insights with Helene Braun and 10x Research co-founder Markus Thielen.To get the show every day, follow the podcast here.On "Markets Daily," 10x Research co-founder Markus Thielen discusses his latest research report ahead of the bitcoin halving. Plus, he looks into his crystal ball and predicts how low the price of bitcoin (BTC) will fall.-Consensus is where experts convene to talk about the ideas shaping our digital future. Join developers, investors, founders, brands, policymakers and more in Austin, Texas from May 29-31. The tenth annual Consensus is curated by CoinDesk to feature the industry’s most sought-after speakers, unparalleled networking opportunities and unforgettable experiences. Take 15% off registration with the code MD15. Register now at consensus.coindesk.com.-This episode was hosted by Helene Braun. “Markets Daily” is produced by executive producer Jared Schwartz and edited by Victor Chen, alongside Senior Booker, Melissa Montañez—all original music by Doc Blust and Colin Mealey.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Arthur Hayes and Will Clemente explore how this Bitcoin halving might diverge from previous ones and what that means for investors.Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Fountain, Overcast, Podcast Addict, Pocket Casts, Castbox, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music, or on your favorite podcast platform.The Bitcoin halving is just around the corner, expected to be on April 19 or April 20. Arthur Hayes, CIO of Maelstrom, and Will Clemente, co-founder of Reflexivity Research discuss the rise in Bitcoin prices ahead of the halving, the impact of the approval of spot Bitcoin ETFs in the US, and the potential effects of the halving on the price trajectory post-halving. They also discuss the potential impact of a new class of investors on Bitcoin's price, volatility, and decentralization. Learn more: Bitcoin Halving: What Is It & How Is It Determined?Moreover, they dive into the impact of the macroeconomics, geopolitical, and demographic conditions for the crypto asset industry, the potential for L2s on Bitcoin, and their price predictions for bitcoin by year-end. Show highlights:How the approval of spot Bitcoin ETFs altered the price trajectory of BTC before the halvingWhether the introduction of spot Bitcoin ETFs impacts Bitcoin's decentralization and price volatilityWhether this cycle could be the "last cycle" or the "supercycle"Why Arthur predicts a 90% drawdown in the future and how they determine when the markets are nearing the top of the cycleThe effect of high inflation, the election, and the termination of the bank term funding program on BitcoinHow artificial intelligence is expected to trigger a productivity boom, according to WillWhy Will considers Coinbase to be mispricedWhether Bitcoin L2s have a future and if security budgets are a concernTheir views on Bitcoin Ordinals and the Runes Protocol launchWhy Will views DOGE as a purer commodity than ETHArthur's rebuttal to claims that Ethena could follow in Terra/Luna’s footstepsArthur's and Will’s Bitcoin price projections for the end of the year and the cycleThank you to our sponsors!  PolkadotGuest:Arthur Hayes, CIO of Maelstrom.Previous appearances on Unchained:Arthur Hayes on Why Bitcoin Is Money and ETH Is a Shitcoin He LovesArthur Hayes, Former Ethereum Skeptic, on Why the Merge Makes Him Bullish on ETH Arthur Hayes of Bitmex on Why Countries Will Turn to DigitalThe Chopping Block: Arthur Hayes on Why Crypto Needs to Ditch the BanksHow Crypto and Blockchain Technology Could Change Financial ServicesWill Clemente, Co-founder of Reflexivity Research-Previous appearance on Unchained: Strong Hands Aren't Selling Bitcoin. So Who Is? LinksThis cycleNaval’s tweet: “The narrative for this cycle is ‘this is the last cycle.’”Unchained: Here’s Why No One Agrees Exactly When The Bitcoin Halving Will HappenBitcoin Miners Diversify Their Revenue Streams as Halving NearsHeatwave by Arthur HayesDissecting Bitcoin's “4 Year Cycle,” guest post by Will Clemente on The Pomp LetterBitcoin ETFs:Unchained: The Best Spot Bitcoin ETFs for Different Types of InvestorsWho Is Buying Into Spot Bitcoin ETFs? We'll Soon Start to Get an IdeaBitcoin ETFs Explained: What Are They & How Do They Work? Macroeconomic conditionsCNBC: Consumer prices rose 3.5% from a year ago in March, more than expectedFT: Investors lose hope of rapid US interest rate cuts this yearBlock size warsBloomberg: The Block War Is Still a Sore Subject for ‘Bitcoin Jesus’ Bitcoin L2sUnchained: Stacks’ Muneeb Ali On Why Bitcoin Is Exciting Once Again RunesDecrypt: Bitcoin Runes Launch at the Halving: Here's Everything You Need to KnowEthenaHayes’ tweet on EthenaUnchained: ENA Surges 20% to New All-Time High as Ethena Rolls Out Reward BoostsEthena’s USDe Grew to $2 Billion in 7 Weeks. Is It Safe?What Is Ethena's USDe Synethic Dollar?Unchained Podcast is Produced by Laura Shin Media, LLC.  Distributed by CoinDesk. Senior Producer is Michele Musso and Executive Producer is Jared Schwartz. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Blockspace Media co-founder William Foxley discusses his latest documentary "The Big Empty," a film focused on bitcoin mining in the town of Spur, Texas.To get the show every day, follow the podcast here.Blockspace Media co-founder William Foxley joins "First Mover" with his latest film "The Big Empty," a documentary that follows the people of Spur, Texas and Galaxy Digital Holdings’ 800-megawatt bitcoin mine that was built in the same town.-Consensus is where experts convene to talk about the ideas shaping our digital future. Join developers, investors, founders, brands, policymakers and more in Austin, Texas from May 29-31. The tenth annual Consensus is curated by CoinDesk to feature the industry’s most sought-after speakers, unparalleled networking opportunities and unforgettable experiences. Register now at consensus.coindesk.com.-This episode was hosted by Jennifer Sanasie. “First Mover” is produced by Jennifer Sanasie and Melissa Montañez and edited by Victor Chen.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Host Jennifer Sanasie breaks down the latest news in the crypto industry from traders betting on the drop of ETH price to the new stablecoin bill from Sen. Cynthia Lummis and Kirsten Gillibrand.To get the show every day, follow the podcast here."CoinDesk Daily" host Jennifer Sanasie breaks down the biggest headlines impacting the crypto industry today, as crypto investors are betting that ether (ETH) will drop in value over the next three months. Plus, the upcoming launch of Casey Rodarmor's Runes protocol, and a new stablecoin bill from U.S. Senators Cynthia Lummis and Kirsten Gillibrand.-Consensus is where experts convene to talk about the ideas shaping our digital future. Join developers, investors, founders, brands, policymakers and more in Austin, Texas from May 29-31. The tenth annual Consensus is curated by CoinDesk to feature the industry’s most sought-after speakers, unparalleled networking opportunities and unforgettable experiences. Register now at consensus.coindesk.com.-This episode was hosted by Jennifer Sanasie. “First Mover” is produced by Jennifer Sanasie and Melissa Montañez and edited by Victor Chen.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The latest price moves and insights with Helene Braun and Strix Leviathan Chief Investment Officer Nico Cordeiro.To get the show every day, follow the podcast here.On "Markets Daily," Strix Leviathan Chief Investment Officer Nico Cordeiro weighs in on the recent correction across the crypto market and his outlook on bitcoin (BTC) and ether's (ETH) price movements. Plus, how macroeconomic conditions and the Federal Reserve's decisions could impact the overall crypto market.-Consensus is where experts convene to talk about the ideas shaping our digital future. Join developers, investors, founders, brands, policymakers and more in Austin, Texas from May 29-31. The tenth annual Consensus is curated by CoinDesk to feature the industry’s most sought-after speakers, unparalleled networking opportunities and unforgettable experiences. Take 15% off registration with the code MD15. Register now at consensus.coindesk.com.-This episode was hosted by Helene Braun. “Markets Daily” is produced by executive producer Jared Schwartz and edited by Victor Chen, alongside Senior Booker, Melissa Montañez—all original music by Doc Blust and Colin Mealey.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Crypto: The Game founder and creator Dylan Abruscato breaks down the gameplay and the community-driven nature of the project.To get the show every day, follow the podcast here.Crypto: The Game founder and creator Dylan Abruscato joins "First Mover" to discuss gameplay details and how the idea came to fruition. Plus, insights into the community-driven nature of the game.-Consensus is where experts convene to talk about the ideas shaping our digital future. Join developers, investors, founders, brands, policymakers and more in Austin, Texas from May 29-31. The tenth annual Consensus is curated by CoinDesk to feature the industry’s most sought-after speakers, unparalleled networking opportunities and unforgettable experiences. Register now at consensus.coindesk.com.-This episode was hosted by Jennifer Sanasie. “First Mover” is produced by Jennifer Sanasie and Melissa Montañez and edited by Victor Chen.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Host Jennifer Sanasie breaks down the latest news in the crypto industry from the spot bitcoin ETFs' impact on BTC demand to the drop in Bored Ape NFT prices.To get the show every day, follow the podcast here."CoinDesk Daily" host Jennifer Sanasie breaks down the biggest headlines impacting the crypto industry today, including a research report from broker Canaccord Genuity that says ETFs are driving additional demand for the underlying cryptocurrencies. Plus, insights on TON Foundation's Open League reward program and the tank in Bored Ape NFT prices.-Consensus is where experts convene to talk about the ideas shaping our digital future. Join developers, investors, founders, brands, policymakers and more in Austin, Texas from May 29-31. The tenth annual Consensus is curated by CoinDesk to feature the industry’s most sought-after speakers, unparalleled networking opportunities and unforgettable experiences. Register now at consensus.coindesk.com.-This episode was hosted by Jennifer Sanasie. “First Mover” is produced by Jennifer Sanasie and Melissa Montañez and edited by Victor Chen.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The latest price moves and insights with Jennifer Sanasie and OSL Executive Director and Head of Regulatory Affairs Gary Tiu.To get the show every day, follow the podcast here.On "Markets Daily," OSL Executive Director and Head of Regulatory Affairs Gary Tiu weighs in on the state of spot bitcoin and ether ETFs in Hong Kong and how long it will take for the products to reach the final stage of approval, and be available for traders.-Consensus is where experts convene to talk about the ideas shaping our digital future. Join developers, investors, founders, brands, policymakers and more in Austin, Texas from May 29-31. The tenth annual Consensus is curated by CoinDesk to feature the industry’s most sought-after speakers, unparalleled networking opportunities and unforgettable experiences. Take 15% off registration with the code MD15. Register now at consensus.coindesk.com.-This episode was hosted by Jennifer Sanasie. “Markets Daily” is executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced and edited by Victor Chen, alongside Senior Booking Producer Melissa Montañez. All original music by Doc Blust and Colin Mealey.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

A lot happened in Q1! Catch up on all the top-of-the-line Bitcoin metrics with Parker Merritt of Coin Metrics.Follow along on your favorite podcast player of choice by clicking here.Parker Merritt from Coinmetrics and Will Foxley discuss key metrics, trends, and insights. Topics include mining pools, hash rate, transaction fees, hardware fingerprinting, energy consumption, miner efficiency, and the performance of publicly traded mining stocks.Chapter Markers:00:00:00 Start00:01:45 Foreman ad00:02:28 Sponsor message00:02:52 Introductions00:03:50 Bitcoin Halving update00:05:12 Bitcoin Cash price surge00:09:08 Bitcoin Cash mining revenue00:11:23 Bitcoin Cash blockchain growth00:13:41 Big blocks in Bitcoin00:17:35 Mining pool distribution00:20:40 Mining pool payout analysis00:25:53 ASIC breakeven power costs00:28:50 ASIC fingerprinting methodology00:34:20 Bitcoin energy consumption00:35:58 Mining & grid load balancing00:38:50 Average network efficiency00:41:52 CleanSpark's on-chain data00:45:53 Miner market cap dominance00:49:01 Miner stocks vs. Bitcoin in 2024Published twice weekly, "The Mining Pod" interviews the best builders and operators in the Bitcoin and Bitcoin mining landscape. Subscribe to get notifications when we publish interviews on Tuesday and a news show on Friday! 👉 Check out our other shows and content by going to Blockspace.media today.👉 Join our Bitcoin Halving party in Denver, Colorado on April 20th! 👉 Watch our newest documentary, The Big Empty!Follow our host on Twitter, @wsfoxley.-Thank you to our sponsor, CleanSpark, America’s Bitcoin miner! And thank you to Foreman Mining, Master Your Mining!-"The Mining Pod" is produced by Sunnyside Honey LLC with Senior Producer, Damien Somerset. Distributed by CoinDesk with Senior Producer Michele Musso and Executive Producer Jared Schwartz. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

From the Quest headset to the innovative Ray-Ban Stories smart glasses, Shachar joins the podcast to share Meta's strategy to integrate cutting-edge technologies into our everyday lives.In this episode, Shachar Scott, the VP of Marketing at Meta Reality Labs shares insights on how Meta is aiming to democratize access to mixed reality experiences through products like the Quest headset and Ray-Ban Smart Glasses. She discusses the potential for these technologies to enhance everything from fitness and entertainment to productivity and social interaction, as well as Meta's approach to building an open ecosystem of partnerships to drive innovation.Links mentioned from the podcast: Google unveils Vids, an AI-powered video creation app for workRay-Ban Meta Smart GlassesMeta Quest VR HeadsetsWatch this episode on video:YouTubeCoinDeskFollow us on Twitter: Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3-Safe (formerly Gnosis Safe) is the ownership layer of web3 with the most battle tested smart accounts. Trusted to secure over $100 billion, Safe offers unparalleled usability and security for individuals, DAOs, and institutions. Experience true digital ownership with Safe's flagship web and mobile wallet and its leading account abstraction infrastructure. Get started today at safe.global.-Consensus is where experts convene to talk about the ideas shaping our digital future. Join developers, investors, founders, brands, policymakers and more in Austin, Texas from May 29-31. The tenth annual Consensus is curated by CoinDesk to feature the industry’s most sought-after speakers, unparalleled networking opportunities and unforgettable experiences. Take 15% off registration with the code GENC15. Register now at consensus.coindesk.com.-"Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Uyen Truong. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Host Jennifer Sanasie breaks down the latest news in the crypto industry from the spot ETF steam in Hong Kong to Solana's update.To get the show every day, follow the podcast here."CoinDesk Daily" host Jennifer Sanasie breaks down the biggest headlines impacting the crypto industry today, as bitcoin and ether briefly rose on news that multiple issuers in Hong Kong said they'd been approved for spot crypto exchange-traded funds (ETFs). Plus, the latest update in Solana to tackle network congestion and gains in meme coins and AI Tokens.-Consensus is where experts convene to talk about the ideas shaping our digital future. Join developers, investors, founders, brands, policymakers and more in Austin, Texas from May 29-31. The tenth annual Consensus is curated by CoinDesk to feature the industry’s most sought-after speakers, unparalleled networking opportunities and unforgettable experiences. Register now at consensus.coindesk.com.-This episode was hosted by Jennifer Sanasie. “First Mover” is produced by Jennifer Sanasie and Melissa Montañez and edited by Victor Chen.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The latest price moves and insights with Jennifer Sanasie and Core Scientific CEO Adam Sullivan.To get the show every day, follow the podcast here.On "Markets Daily," Core Scientific CEO Adam Sullivan discusses the state of bitcoin mining in the U.S. and the impact of the upcoming halving on the industry. Plus, why he envisions miners will diversify their business beyond mining ,and insights into AI's influence on the power sector.-Consensus is where experts convene to talk about the ideas shaping our digital future. Join developers, investors, founders, brands, policymakers and more in Austin, Texas from May 29-31. The tenth annual Consensus is curated by CoinDesk to feature the industry’s most sought-after speakers, unparalleled networking opportunities and unforgettable experiences. Take 15% off registration with the code MD15. Register now at consensus.coindesk.com.-This episode was hosted by Jennifer Sanasie. “Markets Daily” is executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced and edited by Victor Chen, alongside Senior Booking Producer Melissa Montañez. All original music by Doc Blust and Colin Mealey.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Crypto Council for Innovation Chief APAC Analyst Sean Lee discusses the state of crypto adoption and regulation in Asia.To get the show every day, follow the podcast here.Crypto Council for Innovation Chief APAC Analyst Sean Lee breaks down the state of crypto in Asia. He focuses on the impact of South Korea's latest election on digital assets. Plus, the possibility of the spot bitcoin and ether ETF approval in Hong Kong, and which regions are leading the pack when it comes to crypto adoption in Asia.-Consensus is where experts convene to talk about the ideas shaping our digital future. Join developers, investors, founders, brands, policymakers and more in Austin, Texas from May 29-31. The tenth annual Consensus is curated by CoinDesk to feature the industry’s most sought-after speakers, unparalleled networking opportunities and unforgettable experiences. Register now at consensus.coindesk.com.-This episode was hosted by Jennifer Sanasie. “First Mover” is produced by Jennifer Sanasie and Melissa Montañez and edited by Victor Chen.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Host Jennifer Sanasie breaks down the latest news in the crypto industry from the potential approval of spot bitcoin and spot ether ETFs in Hong Kong to the "bitcoin sign guy" selling his "Buy Bitcoin" sign.To get the show every day, follow the podcast here."CoinDesk Daily" host Jennifer Sanasie breaks down the biggest headlines impacting the crypto industry today, including a Bloomberg report that says investors could see approval as early as next Monday for spot bitcoin and spot ether ETFs. Plus, insights on the partnership between the TON ecosystem and HashKey Group to drive crypto on-ramping in Telegram. And, 'bitcoin sign guy' is auctioning the "Buy Bitcoin" sign he held up during Janet Yellen's testimony.-Consensus is where experts convene to talk about the ideas shaping our digital future. Join developers, investors, founders, brands, policymakers and more in Austin, Texas from May 29-31. The tenth annual Consensus is curated by CoinDesk to feature the industry’s most sought-after speakers, unparalleled networking opportunities and unforgettable experiences. Register now at consensus.coindesk.com.-This episode was hosted by Jennifer Sanasie. “First Mover” is produced by Jennifer Sanasie and Melissa Montañez and edited by Victor Chen.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Amanda Tuminelli dives deep into the SEC's confrontation with Uniswap, examining the implications for the entire DeFi sector.Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Fountain, Overcast, Podcast Addict, Pocket Casts, Castbox, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music, or on your favorite podcast platform.On Wednesday, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) issued a Wells notice to Uniswap Labs, the team behind the prominent decentralized exchange (DEX) Uniswap, signaling a forthcoming enforcement action.Amanda Tuminelli, Chief Legal Officer at the DeFi Education Fund, joined Unchained to unpack what the case could mean for Uniswap and the overall decentralized finance (DeFi) industry.Amanda also talks about the DeFi Education Fund's recent lawsuit against the SEC over its airdrop policies and the industry’s need for a proactive counteroffensive approach in dealing with the SEC.Show highlights:Why Amanda thinks that the SEC is going to take a “kitchen sink approach” to their chargesHow the SEC could make a case that some of the tokens traded via Uniswap are securitiesWhat the next steps are in the case, with a lawsuit possibly coming soonWhether there’s an inconsistency between the SEC’s position and Judge Failla’s rejection of the motion to dismiss the Coinbase lawsuitHow the different components of Uniswap make it hard to prove that Uniswap Labs is responsible for everything that happens on the protocolWhy the DeFi Education Fund recently filed a lawsuit against the SECWhy Amanda believes in a “proactive counteroffensive strategy” with the SECHow Amanda would like legislation to be implemented in the U.S.Why the Tornado Cash developers are not liable for the actions of third parties such as North Korean hackers, according to AmandaWhy Amanda thinks Uniswap will ultimately win against the SECThank you to our sponsors!  iTrustCapital  PolkadotGuest |Amanda Tuminelli, Chief Legal Officer at DeFi Education FundPrevious appearance on Unchained: Is This the End of DeFi? Why the US Government Is Going After Tornado CashYou’ve got a friend in me: How amicus briefs are helping the crypto industry win over the courts, Amanda’s op-ed for FortuneLinksWells NoticeUnchained: SEC Puts DeFi in Its Sights With Potential Uniswap SuitUnchained: UNI Drops 16% as SEC Targets Uniswap LabsUniswap Blog Post on the Wells noticeMarvin Ammori Thread on Wells noticeOther cases:Fortune: Don't blame Uniswap for crypto scams, judge rules—and she's rightThe Block: Three crypto advocacy groups file amicus briefs in Tornado Cash developer Roman Storm's caseThe DeFiant: SEC Faces Lawsuit Seeking To Exempt Airdrops From Securities ClassificationUnchained: Court Rejects Coinbase's Bid to Dismiss SEC Charges Against ItSocial media commentary:Paul Grewal’s tweet on the potential inconsistencies with the Coinbase case.Gabriel Shapiro’s tweet on how Uniswap AMM smart contracts are not run by the Uniswap company-Unchained Podcast is Produced by Laura Shin Media, LLC.  Distributed by CoinDesk. Senior Producer is Michele Musso and Executive Producer is Jared Schwartz. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Rootstock Chief Scientist, Sergio Demian Lerner, regards the upcoming Bitcoin halving is a moment of celebration for the community and highlights the importance of transaction fees for the sustainability of the network.This episode is sponsored by the Stellar Community FundFollow the show here for more.In this installment of "The Protocol," hosts Brad Keoun, the founding editor of The Protocol Newsletter, and tech journalists Sam Kessler and Margaux Nijkerk, dive into are joined by Sergio Demian Lerner, Chief Scientist at Rootstock, to discuss his research on the Patoshi pattern and the early mining of Bitcoin. He explains how he identified that Satoshi Nakamoto had mined approximately 1.1 million Bitcoins and had never spent them, which built trust in the system. Sergio also shares his insights on the upcoming Bitcoin halving and the importance of transaction fees for the sustainability of the network. TakeawaysSergio Demian Lerner identified the Patoshi pattern, which revealed that Satoshi Nakamoto had mined approximately 1.1 million Bitcoins and had never spent them, building trust in the system.The upcoming Bitcoin halving is a moment of celebration for the community and highlights the importance of transaction fees for the sustainability of the network.Rootstock aims to bring the Ethereum Virtual Machine (EVM) to Bitcoin and focuses on financial inclusion and the use of Bitcoin collateralized stablecoins.The cultures of Ethereum and Bitcoin differ in terms of complexity, centralization, and fragmentation, with Ethereum being more open and welcoming to developers.The introduction of BitBM and the development of bridges on Bitcoin may lead to changes in the Bitcoin ecosystem, such as the addition of new opcodes for more efficient operations.Chapters00:00 Uncovering the Patoshi Pattern13:51 Rootstock: Bringing the EVM to BitcoinSign Up for THE PROTOCOL NEWSLETTER EPISODE LINKS |  Polygon Acquires Ethereum Scaling Startup Mir for $400M Polygon Plans 'AggLayer,' in Bid to Synthesize Modular, Monolithic Blockchains Polygon Releases 'Type 1 Prover,' Claiming Milestone Set by Ethereum's Vitalik Buterin Polygon, StarkWare Tout New 'Circle STARKs' as Breakthrough for Zero-Knowledge Proofs  -From Our Sponsor: The Stellar Community Fund (SCF) is an open-application awards program that draws on community input to support developers and startups building on Stellar and Soroban. Accelerate your web3 project today.Apply for Funding at communityfund.stellar.org-The Protocol has been produced and edited by senior producer Michele Musso and our executive producer is Jared Schwartz. Our theme song is “Take Me Back” by Strength To Last.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Politicians are taking aim at mining pools, but pool operators aren't making it any easier by allowing for various transaction types on-chain. All this and more in this week’s mining news roundup!Follow along on your favorite podcast player of choice by clicking here.Matt, Charlie and Will discuss Bitcoin and Bitcoin mining news, from Bitmain’s large US operations to Ordinals marketcap projections to mining pools playing games with new transaction types. Senator Elizabeth Warren might even drop by!Chapter Markers:00:00:00 Start00:01:54 Intro & Bitcoin Halving00:03:27 Difficulty Adjustment 00:05:01 Bitmain & BitFuFu00:07:08 New US ASIC Maker00:10:07 Promising or Flop?00:11:15 Ordinals Corner00:15:31 Ordinals Hype Chart00:18:33 Ordinals vs. ETH NFTs00:20:15 Ordinals & Block Space00:23:45 Ordinals: JPEGs for BTC?00:26:16 Mining Fees & Ordinals00:28:41 Bitcoin Pool Revenues00:31:17 Pool Decentralization00:33:20 Sen. Warren on Crypto00:37:15 Wrapping UpPublished twice weekly, "The Mining Pod" interviews the best builders and operators in the Bitcoin and Bitcoin mining landscape. Subscribe to get notifications when we publish interviews on Tuesday and a news show on Friday! 👉 Check out our other shows and content by going to Blockspace.media today.👉 Join our Bitcoin Halving party in Denver, Colorado on April 20th! 👉 Watch our newest documentary, The Big Empty!Follow our host on Twitter, @wsfoxley.-Thank you to our sponsor, CleanSpark, America’s Bitcoin miner! And thank you to Foreman Mining, Master Your Mining!"The Mining Pod" is produced by Sunnyside Honey LLC with Senior Producer, Damien Somerset. Distributed by CoinDesk with Senior Producer Michele Musso and Executive Producer Jared Schwartz. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

CoinDesk Indices presents notable data insights from the week, followed by additional analysis from an industry expert.To get the show every day, follow the podcast here.The CoinDesk Market Index (CMI) functions as a benchmark for the performance of the digital asset market, delivering institutional quality information to digital asset investors. Subsets of the CoinDesk Market Index (CMI) are investible CoinDesk Crypto Sectors and the CoinDesk 20 Index, designed to measure the performance of the top digital assets. Today’s takeaways are provided by Tracy Stephens, senior index manager at CoinDesk Indices with additional analysis from Alexandra Weck, Head of Strategic Partnerships at Amina Bank. For more on CoinDesk Indices, visit: coindeskmarkets.com.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.