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Altcoins Starting to Outperform Amid Improving BTC Sentiment
Bitcoin and other cryptos continue to trend higher as bearish sentiment over the past week appears to be fading, but some altcoins outperform BTC and lead the market rally. CoinDesk Markets Reporter Damanick Dantes discusses his analysis of the crypto markets and where we’re headed next.
Elon Musk Confirms $46.5B Funding, May Purchase Shares Directly From Twitter Shareholders
Tech billionaire Elon Musk may follow through on his ambitions to purchase social media platform Twitter, confirming that he has $46.5 billion in funding to purchase stakes directly from the company's shareholders. “The Hash” group discusses what Twitter could look like under Musk’s domain and possible crypto implementations.
Binance Quickly Abandons Swastika-Like Twitter Emoji
Global crypto exchange Binance unveiled its new Twitter emoji on Wednesday, which was immediately criticized for its resemblance to the swastika image used by the Nazi party, leading to its removal. “The Hash” group discusses the importance of diversity in corporate structures and the crypto space.
Coinbase Reportedly in Talks to Acquire Turkish BtcTurk Exchange for $3.2B
Coinbase is reportedly in talks to acquire the Turkish BtcTurk exchange for $3.2 billion as part of its ongoing efforts to expand internationally. “The Hash” group discusses the role of cryptocurrency in Turkey as the national lira’s value declines, and Coinbase’s involvement with Monero.
Russian Crypto Miner BitRiver Hit by US Sanctions
CoinDesk Managing Editor for Global Policy and Regulation Nikhilesh De discusses Russian crypto mining firm BitRiver being hit with U.S. sanctions amid the invasion of Ukraine. Plus, a conversation about a recent meeting between FTX’s Sam Bankman-Fried and members of the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC).
Bitcoin Price Eyes 200-Day Simple Moving Average
The Strategic Funds Managing Director Marc Lopresti provides his analysis on bitcoin's next move after a three-day price rally. Lopresti also explains why his firm is bullish on altcoins like Avalanche and Solana. Plus, a conversation about the continued growth of institutional interest in crypto, noting a rumored partnership between FTX and Goldman Sachs.
Warner Bros Exec Announces The Bat Cowl NFT Collection
Warner Bros. Head of NFT Commercial Development Josh Hackbarth and Daz 3D Chief Strategy Officer Preston Woo discuss the upcoming release of "The Batman" non-fungible tokens (NFTs) collection, aiming to build a connected DC fanbase community. Hackbarth and Woo discuss the evolution of the collectibles space, DC's partnership with Palm NFT Studio, and the importance of accessibility in this project.
Lightning Network Payments Volume Retreating Since November Peak
New data from Arcane Research shows Lightning Network payment volume has retreated since peaking last November when BTC touched all-time highs, but this does not accurately represent the underlying adoption trend. Plus, Lightning users grew from 100,000 last year to an estimated 80 million this March. “All About Bitcoin” host Christine Lee breaks down the “Chart of the Day.”
What’s Moving Bitcoin’s Price?
Coin Metrics research analyst Kyle Waters discusses his take on the potential factors moving BTC as it remains rangebound. Plus, insights into the latest data on bitcoin’s realized market cap, block fullness and fees, activity heat map and daily active wallets.
Lightning Labs Co-Founder on Taro Protocol, Future of Bitcoin Lightning Network
Lightning Labs Co-founder and CTO Olaoluwa Osuntokun, also known on social media as “roasbeef,” shares insights into the Lightning Network’s latest Taproot-powered “Taro” protocol aiming to bring stablecoins to Bitcoin. Plus, a wider conversation on Lightning Network’s use cases and adoption.