The Hash

The most valuable crypto stories for Wednesday, May 24, 2023.

This episode is sponsored by Ciphertrace.

"The Hash" hosts weigh in on the biggest stories shaping the crypto industry today, including ARK Invest founder Cathie Wood says the U.S. is 'losing' the bitcoin movement due to regulation. This comes as Elon Musk offers a warning about dogecoin. Separately, TRM Labs notes that attacks on token protocols and crypto projects dropped 70% in Q1 2023 compared to the same period last year. And, new research from both Chainalysis and Elliptic have put a number on how much fentanyl trade is done in crypto.

See also:

U.S. Is 'Losing' the Bitcoin Movement: Cathie Wood

Cathie Wood Thinks the U.S. Crypto Exodus Is Here. Is It?

Attackers Left Empty-Handed as Crypto Hacks Drop 70% in Q1 2023

Crypto Hacks Are Down and Hackers Tend to Return Stolen Money: TRM Labs Report

Crypto’s Fentanyl Trade Worth Tens of Millions: Security Researchers

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The most valuable crypto stories for Tuesday, May 23, 2023.

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"The Hash" hosts discuss the biggest stories shaping the crypto industry today, including hardware wallet provider Ledger delaying the release of a key recovery feature. Meanwhile, Bitcoin-based non-fungible tokens (NFTs) have risen to second place for NFT sales per blockchain, according to Web3 data platform CryptoSlam. Separately, new items on FTX CEO John Ray III's billing report suggest there is work underway for a reboot of the exchange. And, LabDAO, a decentralized autonomous organization focused on open-source drug discovery, has raised $3.6 million in a funding round.

See also:

Crypto Wallet Provider Ledger Delays Key-Recovery Service After Uproar

In NFT Sales, Bitcoin Jumps to No. 2 Spot in a Matter of Months

FTX CEO's Legal Billings Continue to Hint at '2.0 Reboot'

LabDAO Raises $3.6M to Decentralize Drug Discovery

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Ciphertrace, a Mastercard company, helps banks, governments, regulators, exchanges and VASPs to trace the movement and risk of crypto funds, uncover illicit activity, and help comply with global regulations. Get in touch today to find out more at Ciphertrace.com.

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This episode has been edited by senior producer Michele Musso and the executive producer is Jared Schwartz. Our theme song is “Neon Beach.”

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The most valuable crypto stories for Monday, May 22, 2023.

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"The Hash" hosts weigh in on the top stories shaping the crypto world day, including a closer look at why the Tornado Cash token (TORN) is higher, after a proposal submitted by a wallet address linked to a recent attack on the decentralized autonomous organization’s (DAO) governance state looks to reverse the malicious changes. Meanwhile, move-to-earn game STEPN is integrating Apple Pay. Plus, Bitcoin Pizza Day has taken a negative turn, as rug pulls dampen the anniversary of what's thought to be the first commercial bitcoin transaction.

See also:

Tornado Cash’s TORN Token Up 10% as Attacker Submits Proposal to Undo Attack

Attacker Takes Over Tornado Cash DAO With Vote Fraud, Token Slumps 40%

Web3 Move-to-Earn App STEPN Integrates Apple Pay for In-Game Purchases

Celebrating Bitcoin Pizza Day: the Time a Bitcoin User Bought 2 Pizzas for 10,000 BTC

Bitcoin Pizza Day Turns Sour as Meme Coin Shysters Profit Over $200K in Rug Pulls

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Ciphertrace, a Mastercard company, helps banks, governments, regulators, exchanges and VASPs to trace the movement and risk of crypto funds, uncover illicit activity, and help comply with global regulations. Get in touch today to find out more at Ciphertrace.com.

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This episode has been edited by senior producer Michele Musso and the executive producer is Jared Schwartz. Our theme song is “Neon Beach.”

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This episode is sponsored by Ciphertrace.

A roundup of the week’s most valuable crypto stories for Saturday, May 20, 2023. 

Missed any episodes of “The Hash” this week? Today’s recap episode will get you caught up.

“Hash Headlines” rounds up this week’s headline stories, including:

• Paul Tudor Jones on State of Bitcoin in the U.S.
• OpenAI CEO Testifies on Capitol Hill
• U.S. Crypto Firms Moving Offshore 'Welcome' in France
• Ledger Defends Recovery System

Links to the headlines:  

Bitcoin Has a 'Real Problem' in U.S.: Paul Tudor Jones

OpenAI CEO Testifies Before Congress on AI Oversight

Fleeing U.S. Crypto Firms ‘Welcome,’ French Regulator Says 

Ledger Continues to Defend Recovery System, Says It's Always 'Technically' Possible to Extract Users' Keys

Ledger Bats Back Criticism of New Wallet Recovery Service

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Ciphertrace, a Mastercard company, helps banks, governments, regulators, exchanges and VASPs to trace the movement and risk of crypto funds, uncover illicit activity, and help comply with global regulations. Get in touch today to find out more at Ciphertrace.com.

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This episode has been edited by senior producer is Michele Musso and the executive producer is Jared Schwartz. Our theme song is “Neon Beach.

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The most valuable crypto stories for Friday, May 18, 2023.

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The hosts of "The Hash" discuss some of the biggest crypto headlines shaping the sector today, including Coinbase (COIN) saying it loves Canada, where the rules have been set out, compared with the U.S.’s lack of clarity. Separately, experts weigh in on an update from Ledger's new key-recovery feature. And, MicroStrategy co-founder and Executive Chairman Michael Saylor tells Decrypt the company is intrigued with how Ordinals could lead to software innovation. 

See also:

Coinbase Praises Canada’s Crypto Approach as U.S. Regulatory Pressure Intensifies

Ledger’s Hard Lesson: Being Right Isn't Good Enough

Is Ledger’s New Bitcoin Key Recovery Feature Safe? Experts Have Doubts

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Ciphertrace, a Mastercard company, helps banks, governments, regulators, exchanges and VASPs to trace the movement and risk of crypto funds, uncover illicit activity, and help comply with global regulations. Get in touch today to find out more at Ciphertrace.com.

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This episode has been edited by senior producer Michele Musso and the executive producer is Jared Schwartz. Our theme song is “Neon Beach.”

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The most valuable crypto stories for Thursday, May 18, 2023.

This episode is sponsored by Ciphertrace.

The hosts of "The Hash" weigh in on the biggest stories shaping the crypto industry today, including Ripple starting a central bank digital currency (CBDC) platform which allows central banks, governments, and financial institutions to issue their own digital currency. Separately, crypto wallet maker Ledger seemingly digs itself into a deeper hole while answering questions about the firm's new wallet recovery service on Twitter. Plus, a Santiment report reveals that pepecoin (PEPE) could face challenges amid a generally bleak trading environment.

See also:

Ripple Starts Platform for Central Banks to Issue Their CBDCs

Expect Ripple Deal to Set Off Crypto Custodian M&A, Says Advisory Firm

Ledger Continues to Defend Recovery System, Says It's Always 'Technically' Possible to Extract Users' Keys

Ledger Bats Back Criticism of New Wallet Recovery Service

Investors Track Pepecoin Whales to Cash In on Meme Coin Mania as Wider Market Stagnates

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Ciphertrace, a Mastercard company, helps banks, governments, regulators, exchanges and VASPs to trace the movement and risk of crypto funds, uncover illicit activity, and help comply with global regulations. Get in touch today to find out more at Ciphertrace.com.

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This episode has been edited by senior producer Michele Musso and the executive producer is Jared Schwartz. Our theme song is “Neon Beach.”

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The most valuable crypto stories for Wednesday, May 17, 2023.

This episode is sponsored by Ciphertrace.

"The Hash" hosts discuss today's top stories, including crypto companies fleeing U.S. regulatory uncertainty being welcomed by officials in France. Separately, why some lawyers say Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis' CBDC ban may be a toothless effort. Plus, Tether will regularly buy bitcoin (BTC) for its stablecoin reserves using a portion of its profits starting this month.

See also:

Fleeing U.S. Crypto Firms ‘Welcome,’ French Regulator Says 

Florida’s DeSantis Waging Toothless Campaign Against Digital Dollars, Lawyers Say 

Tether Says It Will Buy Bitcoin for Stablecoin Reserves Using Realized Profits

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Ciphertrace, a Mastercard company, helps banks, governments, regulators, exchanges and VASPs to trace the movement and risk of crypto funds, uncover illicit activity, and help comply with global regulations. Get in touch today to find out more at Ciphertrace.com.

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This episode has been edited by senior producer is Michele Musso and the executive producer is Jared Schwartz. Our theme song is “Neon Beach.”

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The most valuable crypto stories for Tuesday, May 16, 2023.

This episode is sponsored by Ciphertrace.

"The Hash" hosts break down some of the top stories shaping the crypto industry today, including OpenAI CEO Sam Altman testifying before Congress on artificial intelligence oversight. Separately, Bitcoin technology and financial services company River has raised $35 million in a Series B round, with participation from billionaire investor Peter Thiel. Plus, lessons learned from a social experiment called GREED.

See also:

OpenAI CEO Testifies Before Congress on AI Oversight

Peter Thiel Backs Bitcoin Startup River in $35M Round

GREED Token Is Not a Crypto Scam, but a Lesson on How to Get Scammed Amid Meme Coin Mania

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Ciphertrace, a Mastercard company, helps banks, governments, regulators, exchanges and VASPs to trace the movement and risk of crypto funds, uncover illicit activity, and help comply with global regulations. Get in touch today to find out more at Ciphertrace.com.

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This episode has been edited by senior producer is Michele Musso and the executive producer is Jared Schwartz. Our theme song is “Neon Beach.”

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The most valuable crypto stories for Monday, May 15, 2023.

This episode is sponsored by Ciphertrace.

"The Hash" hosts discuss some of the top stories facing the crypto industry today, including hedge fund manager Paul Tudor Jones saying that bitcoin (BTC) has become less attractive thanks to an unfriendly regulatory picture in the United States. Separately, the SEC wants to revise a $22 million penalty set on crypto startup LBRY to $111,614, according to court documents. And, Worldcoin, the crypto project led by OpenAI CEO Sam Altman, is reportedly "in advanced talks" on a new round of funding worth $100 million. Finally, CoinDesk Chief Insights Columnist David Z. Morris sheds light on the ties between Sam Bankman-Fried and disgraced Congressman George Santos.

See also:

Bitcoin Has a 'Real Problem' in U.S.: Paul Tudor Jones

SEC Seeks to Slash $22M Fine on Crypto Firm LBRY to $111K

Sam Altman’s Crypto Project, Worldcoin, Releases First Major Consumer Product

Sam Bankman-Fried's Ties to George Santos Are Just the Beginning

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Ciphertrace, a Mastercard company, helps banks, governments, regulators, exchanges and VASPs to trace the movement and risk of crypto funds, uncover illicit activity, and help comply with global regulations. Get in touch today to find out more at Ciphertrace.com.

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This episode has been edited by senior producer is Michele Musso and the executive producer is Jared Schwartz. Our theme song is “Neon Beach.”

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This episode is sponsored by Ciphertrace.

A roundup of the week’s most valuable crypto stories for Saturday, May 13, 2023. 

Missed any episodes of “The Hash” this week? Today’s recap episode will get you caught up.

“Hash Headlines” rounds up this week’s headline stories, including:

• Do Kwon's Attorneys Propose $437K Bail
• Joint House Hearing on Crypto’s Future
• Blue Chip Firms Join Global Blockchain Network
• Coinbase CEO Vows Fight Against 'Anti-Crypto' SEC

Links to the headlines:  

Do Kwon's Attorneys Propose $437K Bail, Deny Falsified Travel Documents Charges in Montenegro

Joint U.S. House Hearing on Crypto’s Future Opens With Discord

Digital Asset Will Start Global Blockchain Network With Deloitte, Goldman Sachs and Others

Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong Says 'We're 100% Committed to the U.S.'

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Ciphertrace, a Mastercard company, helps banks, governments, regulators, exchanges and VASPs to trace the movement and risk of crypto funds, uncover illicit activity, and help comply with global regulations. Get in touch today to find out more at Ciphertrace.com.

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This episode has been edited by senior producer is Michele Musso and the executive producer is Jared Schwartz. Our theme song is “Neon Beach.”

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