The New York Times Still Doesn’t Get Bitcoin
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Coinbase vs. the SEC Debates the Difference Between Beanie Babies and Securities
The toys figured strongly in arguments over securities law, but will the case answer fundamental questions about crypto’s future.
Does Howard Lutnick Know ‘the Truth’ About Tether?
Speaking at Davos, the Cantor Fitzgerald CEO says the stablecoin issuer has the money to back USDT. Maybe it’s time we all started to believe in Tether, despite the “truthers”?
DeFi Fumbled Its Post-FTX Advantage in 2023, but There’s Still Hope for 2024
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After the ETF: Bitcoin’s Coming Power Struggle
The approval of Bitcoin ETFs last week sets up a potential fight between Bitcoin Maxis and giant Wall Street institutions, says Michael Casey.
What Other Crypto Firms Could Go Public This Year
After Circle’s SEC filing marking the first step towards a public listing, CoinDesk examined the other firms that might try to go public amid a rebound in crypto markets. High on the list of possibles: Kraken and Ripple.
No, a Trump Victory Might Be Bad for Crypto
A response to Politico’s article predicting good times if the ex-POTUS wins re-election.
Bitcoin ETFs: The Bull Case
One train of thought says that SEC approval of spot bitcoin ETF will send the market flying. Here’s how that could play out. In a separate post, we review the bear case, where the market may not react with such optimism.
Will 2024 Be the Year of the Bitcoin ETF?
Excitement over a spot bitcoin ETF – a regulated financial product that would give institutional and retail investors easier exposure to bitcoin’s price without requiring them to invest directly in the asset – continues to grow.
Elections, SEC Cases, DOJ Cases: What Crypto Regulation May Bring in 2024
The CoinDesk policy team is scattered throughout the world; in the final edition of this newsletter, each member explains what they’re watching in 2024 in the world of crypto regulations. Happy holidays, and we’ll see you next year!