Inflation

The Senate Banking Committee is holding its oversight hearing of the SEC Tuesday, with Chair Gary Gensler testifying as the sole SEC Commissioner to do so. CoinDesk’s Nikhilesh De discusses the specifications and potential outcomes. Plus, his take on tapering ahead of Tuesday’s updated inflation numbers.

13 set 2021

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Coinbase posted $1.9 billion in transaction revenue in the second quarter of 2021, surpassing analyst estimates for $1.57 billion in its second-ever earnings report as a public company. The crypto exchange also noted ether was traded more than bitcoin in Q2 for the first time. CoinDesk's Nate DiCamillo digs into the report and reveals about the outlook for Coinbase and the wider industry. Plus, his insights into the latest Consumer Price Index (CPI) numbers.

11 ago 2021

According to Fed Governor Christopher Waller, the Federal Reserve could begin reducing its bond purchases as early as October. He cited the need to see consecutive strong job reports in August and September for tightening policy against rising inflation. "The Hash" hosts discuss the implications for the crypto markets and the wider U.S. economy.

3 ago 2021

Bitcoin has notched an eight-day winning streak that has taken the price to above $40K, but will this rally continue? Quantum Economics founder and CEO Mati Greenspan shares his data analysis that reveals bitcoin’s possible trajectory.

30 lug 2021

Bitcoin is headed for its lowest weekly close since June 14 and remains in a lull into the weekend.

16 lug 2021

Bitcoin's price dipped below $32K Wednesday amid increased bets the U.S. Federal Reserve will potentially raise interest rates earlier than expected. "The Hash" hosts discuss the future of bitcoin if it no longer behaves like the inflation hedge it is said to be. Plus, reactions to Fed Chair Jerome Powell's testimony on inflation and the state of the wider economy.

14 lug 2021

The U.S. Consumer Price Index rose faster than expected in June, jumping by 5.4% in the last 12 months and exceeding economists’ expectations by about half a percent. Meanwhile, bitcoin’s price has nearly been cut in half since its April peak. “All About Bitcoin” host Christine Lee breaks down the Chart of the Day.

13 lug 2021

A key U.S. inflation report released Tuesday indicates consumer prices increased 5.4% in June from a year earlier at its biggest monthly gain since August 2008. “The Hash” hosts discuss bitcoin as a potential hedge against inflation.

13 lug 2021

A Bloomberg report reveals bitcoin could be one of this year’s worst-performing assets judged by its returns for volatility. “The Hash” panel discusses whether this is a fair take on bitcoin, sharing insights on BTC’s inflation hedge play.

12 lug 2021