Beste Consensus podcaster (2024)

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DeFi Isn't a Defense for Insider Trading 16:48

12M ago16:48

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A DeFi project steps precariously close to insider trading. On "Carpe Consensus," hosts Ben Schiller and Danny Nelson dive into the murky waters of DeFi news. Inside the Desk: Danny recaps his latest deep-dive piece looking at a highly profitable yet legally dubious DeFi trading strategy – one that could render those behind the trade vulnerable to …

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A Year of Politicization and the Looming Bull 16:55

12M ago16:55

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A crypto winter of growth and optimism: from those who developed the tech to those who led the fight for sensible regulation, the year has been full of influential figures transforming the crypto industry. On "Carpe Consensus," hosts Ben Schiller and Danny Nelson are joined by Nik De to review some of the most influential figures of the year in cry…

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Can You Put a Price on Decentralized Governance? Polygon and DraftKings Did 20:23

1y ago20:23

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Danny Nelson describes his recent scoop where he learned that Polygon quietly gave DraftKings preferential treatment while telling the public it was an "equal" member of the validator community. On "Carpe Consensus," hosts Ben Schiller and Danny Nelson take a deep dive into a recent scoop of Danny's, involving layer 2 blockchain Polygon and sports …

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Riding the Bull and Bear in El Salvador 22:11

1y ago22:11

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Jonathan Martin traveled across El Salvador, observing bitcoin adoption in the first country to make BTC legal currency. On "Carpe Consensus," hosts Ben Schiller and Danny Nelson take a look at bitcoin adoption alongside Jonathin Martin, bitcoiner and graduate student at The Wharton School. Martin discusses the nature of adoption – by who, in what …

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Moving on From Sam Bankman-Fried 25:14

1y ago25:14

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Well, the show's over: Sam Bankman-Fried was found guilty on all seven counts in the FTX fraud trial. Now, the crypto industry and its reporters move on to other topics – maybe even out of crypto winter, and into spring? On "Carpe Consensus," hosts Ben Schiller and Danny Nelson dive into the latest crypto news. [0:55] Inside the Desk: CoinDesk repo…

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SBF's Testimony Demonstrated He Was (at the Very Least) a Bad CEO 17:52

1y ago17:52

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When SBF decided to take the stand, reporters flocked to the courthouse to try and get a spot in the room itself to watch the former FTX CEO recount his version of events. Turns out Sam didn't remember much of what happened at FTX. On “Carpe Consensus,” hosts Ben Schiller and Danny Nelson center the episode on, arguably, the crypto news event of th…

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‘Up’tober Provides 17:07

1y ago17:07

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In a break from the Sam Bankman-Fried trial coverage, “Carpe Consensus” hosts Ben Schiller and Danny Nelson chat about bitcoin ETFs and the state of crypto policy. On “Carpe Consensus,” hosts Ben Schiller and Danny Nelson center the episode on, arguably, the crypto news event of the year: the trial of Sam Bankman-Fried. [0:46] Inside the Desk: Octo…

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Can the Mainstream Separate SBF From the Rest of Crypto? 27:36

1y ago27:36

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CoinDesk reports from the courthouse on week three of Sam Bankman-Fried’s trial. On “Carpe Consensus,” hosts Ben Schiller and Danny Nelson center the episode on, arguably, the crypto news event of the year: the trial of Sam Bankman-Fried. [0:46] Inside the Desk: Danny recounts what it's been like attending the trial. [16:22] Danny records outside t…

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Caroline Ellison Takes the Stand 19:34

1y ago19:34

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The government’s star witness, the former CEO of Alameda Research and once romantic partner of Sam Bankman-Fried, testified this week. CoinDesk reports from the courthouse. On “Carpe Consensus,” hosts Ben Schiller and Danny Nelson center the episode on, arguably, the crypto news event of the year: the trial of Sam Bankman-Fried. [1:09] Inside the D…

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The Trial of Sam Bankman-Fried Begins 17:12

1y ago17:12

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CoinDesk reports from the courthouse. On “Carpe Consensus,” hosts Ben Schiller and Danny Nelson center the episode on, arguably, the crypto news event of the year: the trial of Sam Bankman-Fried. [1:05] Inside the Desk: Nik De, CoinDesk's managing editor for global policy and regulation, breaks down CoinDesk’s approach to covering the trial. [10:08…

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Special Interview: Robinhood Crypto General Manager Johann Kerbrat 18:04

1y ago18:04

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Danny Nelson catches up with Johann Kerbrat, general manager of crypto at Robinhood about the company’s vision for crypto on its platform. On “Carpe Consensus,” host Danny Nelson catches up with Johann Kerbrat, general manager of crypto at Robinhood. The duo dive into: The evolution of Robinhood’s crypto vertical and changes throughout market cycle…

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How to 'Rage Quit' a DAO, Safely 20:34

1y ago20:34

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The latest in a series of "rage quits" that showcase how DAOs deal with factions of investors who lose faith in their vision and demand their money back. On “Carpe Consensus,” hosts Ben Schiller and Danny Nelson dive into the latest crypto news. [1:15] Ben kicks off the show by recounting his time on the (muddy) playa of Burning Man 2023. Are some …

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Did Centralization Cause the Base Blockchain Outage? 22:37

1y ago22:37

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While one network (Base) faced an outage, another (Ethereum) had a layer 2 leader grappling with the idea of an “Ethereum Supreme Court.” On “Carpe Consensus,” host Danny Nelson is joined by CoinDesk tech reporter Sam Kessler to dive into the latest blockchain news. [0:53] Coinbase’s Ethereum layer 2 blockchain Base experienced its first major outa…

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Time to ‘Treat Like Cases Alike,’ Judge Says in Grayscale ETF Appeal 33:34

1y ago33:34

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Ryan Louvar, WisdomTree’s chief legal officer and head of business and legal affairs for digital assets, breaks down the latest in crypto ETFs. On today’s “Carpe Consensus,” Danny Nelson dives into the world of crypto news alongside CoinDesk tech reporter Margaux Nijkerk. [0:34] Inside the Desk: Coinbase finds itself in uncharted territory as it is…

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Insights From El Salvador's Pioneering Legal Tender Experiment 27:47

1+ y ago27:47

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Jonathan Martin has spent the last few months traveling across El Salvador, speaking with locals, developers, expats and merchants about the country’s adoption of bitcoin as legal tender. On “Carpe Consensus,” hosts Ben Schiller and Danny Nelson dive into the latest crypto news. [3:32] Inside the Desk: CoinDesk courtroom reporter Elizabeth Napolita…

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Season Tickets for the Crypto Theater 27:00

1+ y ago27:00

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CoinDesk layoffs. Plus, DeFi fails to live up to its promises and a look at Coinbase’s recent flurry of announcements. On today’s “Carpe Consensus,” hosts Ben Schiller and Danny Nelson dive into the latest crypto news. [0:35] Inside the Desk: Ben and Danny discuss CoinDesk’s recent layoffs, which “Carpe Consensus” cohost Cam Thompson was affected b…

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PayPal Steps Into the Stablecoin Game 27:26

1+ y ago27:26

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PayPal’s announcement is a big deal for crypto. But what’s the business model behind this decision, and why launch a stablecoin now? On “Carpe Consensus,” hosts Ben Schiller and Cam Thompson dive into the latest crypto news alongside CoinDesk Chief Insights Columnist David Z. Morris. [1:24] Inside the Desk: PayPal’s entry into the stablecoin game h…

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Was the Curve Finance Exploit a Failure of DeFi Self-Regulation? 21:53

1+ y ago21:53

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Plus, details on the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission’s lawsuit against Richard Heart, Hex and PulseChain. On “Carpe Consensus,” hosts Ben Schiller, Danny Nelson and Cam Thompson dive into the latest crypto news. [0:23] Inside the Desk: Danny explains how the Curve Finance exploit unfolded and what could have prevented it, while Ben checks i…

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What You Need to Know about Bitcoin Mining in 2023 33:07

1+ y ago33:07

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Will Foxley dives into the state of bitcoin mining, from Bitcoin’s fourth “halving” to the politicization of the mining industry. On “Carpe Consensus,” hosts Ben Schiller, Danny Nelson and Cam Thompson take on the latest crypto news alongside guest Will Foxley. [5:46] Inside the Desk: Will Foxley joins to discuss the state of bitcoin mining and his…

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The XRP Army Rejoices 25:48

1+ y ago25:48

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On “Carpe Consensus,” hosts Ben Schiller, Danny Nelson and Cam Thompson recap the latest in crypto news. [1:26] Inside the Desk: It’s been a busy news cycle. “Carpe Consensus” takes a look at the latest, from Ripple’s partial victory against the SEC to the arrest of Celsius Network’s Alex Mashinsky. [12:36] Danny’s Dungeon: When a bridge fails, it …

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Inside the Latest Form of Trading ‘Edge’: AI Bots 35:11

1+ y ago35:11

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Jeff Wilser joins to explain how artificial intelligence may kill traditional trading, but the advantage may not last long. Plus, news on Justin Bieber’s Bored Ape NFT and Arkham Intelligence. On “Carpe Consensus,” hosts Ben Schiller, Danny Nelson and Cam Thompson dive into the latest crypto news. [4:12] Inside the Desk: Everyone’s searching for AI…

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Web3 Isn’t Dead (And AI Hasn’t Killed It) 36:30

1+ y ago36:30

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Featuring Mauricio Magaldi, global strategy director of crypto at 11:FS and host of “Blockchain Insider” podcast. On “Carpe Consensus,” hosts Ben Schiller, Danny Nelson and Cam Thompson tackle the latest news in crypto. [1:34] Mauricio Magaldi and the hosts navigate through a wide-ranging conversation including the internet of ownership, the use of…

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The Path to a Crypto Utopia Isn’t a Straight Line: It’s Time to Evolve With Regulation 37:28

1+ y ago37:28

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Oliver von Landsberg-Sadie, CEO of BCB Group, discusses what U.K. and EU regulation might teach us about the future of global crypto policy. On “Carpe Consensus,” hosts Danny Nelson and Cam Thompson dive into the latest crypto news. [2:46] Inside the Desk: Nik De joins to recap when CoinDesk put crypto’s motto of “Don’t Trust, Verify” to practice. …

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Crypto’s Existential Battle Is Unfolding 32:11

1+ y ago32:11

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It’s time to prove that the crypto industry has a right and a reason to exist, says David Z. Morris. Today’s episode of “Carpe Consensus” breaks away from the usual format to do a deep dive into the latest news with Binance, Coinbase, the SEC and more. Host Ben Schiller and David Z. Morris, CoinDesk’s chief insights columnist, thread a narrative be…

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Gensler’s Hammer Strikes Twice as the SEC Sues Binance and Coinbase 25:20

1+ y ago25:20

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The back-to-back lawsuits present new questions about the future viability of crypto exchanges in the U.S. “Carpe Consensus” hosts Ben Schiller and Cam Thompson are joined by Nik De, CoinDesk's managing editor for global policy and regulation, to recap the wild week in regulation. [2:57] Inside the Desk: Monday morning, Binance was sued by the SEC.…

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Tech Hype Cycles and Crypto’s Greater Narrative 33:43

1+ y ago33:43

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Tim Tully of Zelcore explains what challenges crypto companies are facing this year as funding for tech tips away from blockchain and into AI. On “Carpe Consensus,” hosts Ben Schiller, Danny Nelson and Cam Thompson tackle the latest crypto debates, from the politicization of crypto to the future of NFTs. [2:18] Inside the Desk: Florida Governor Ron…

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Ledger’s Feature Fumble Is a Reality Check for Crypto 20:49

1+ y ago20:49

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As French wallet-maker Ledger found recently, it's a struggle to maintain crypto's trustless ethos while increasing adoption. On “Carpe Consensus,” hosts Ben Schiller, Danny Nelson and Cam Thompson recap the latest in crypto news. [1:04] Inside the Desk: Ledger’s hardware wallet “key recovery” feature was quickly met with criticism from the crypto …

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Insider Trading Won’t Fly in Crypto: Coinbase and OpenSea Updates 32:57

1+ y ago32:57

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Plus, more on Bitcoin’s BRC-20, GREED token and Pepe. On “Carpe Consensus,” hosts Ben Schiller, Danny Nelson and Cam Thompson dive into the latest crypto news. [1:28] Inside the Desk: Cheyenne Ligon, CoinDesk regulatory reporter, provides updates on insider trading cases at Coinbase and OpenSea. [11:00] We asked, you answered: Listeners chime in on…

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Fees, Frenzy on Bitcoin Amid BRC-20 Debate 27:30

1+ y ago27:30

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Plus: CoinDesk turns 10, Aragon’s governance crisis and IRL generative art in Barcelona. On “Carpe Consensus,” hosts Ben Schiller, Danny Nelson and Cam Thompson review the latest news in crypto. [2:24] Inside the Desk: Bitcoin’s ‘BRC-20’ debate might be a re-run of the 2015-17 blocksize wars. The hosts weigh in. [8:05] CoinDesk Turns 10: Crypto see…

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Live from Consensus 2023: The Game (Theory) of Crypto 27:24

1+ y ago27:24

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Was there any “consensus” to be found at this year’s event? This episode is sponsored by Brave. On “Carpe Consensus,” hosts Danny Nelson and Cam Thompson sit down for a live, in-person conversation on the breaking stories of Consensus 2023. [3:30] Inside the Desk: Cam rehashes metaverse daily active user metrics, Danny checks out the Republic of Pa…

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Live from Consensus 2023: Cowboy Boots and Crypto Talks 31:23

1+ y ago31:23

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It’s truly the time to “seize” Consensus. On “Carpe Consensus,” hosts Ben Schiller, Danny Nelson and Cam Thompson sit down for a live, in-person conversation on all things Consensus 2023. [2:10] Inside the Desk: Cam’s been on a deep dive into Web3 with “Here Comes Everybody: Consumer Web3 Is Having Its Moment” and Danny’s been focused on the latest…

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Crypto Gets Critical 39:00

1+ y ago39:00

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Featuring Bennett Tomlin, co-host of the “Crypto Critics’ Corner” podcast. On “Carpe Consensus,” hosts Ben Schiller, Danny Nelson and Cam Thompson break down the latest crypto news with “Crypto Critics’ Corner” podcast host Bennett Tomlin. [4:45] Inside the Desk: Shaq gets served and Ben previews CoinDesk’s projects to watch list. [10:30] Bennett T…

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Paxful’s Fall: Questions in the Peer-to-Peer Bitcoin Exchange’s Demise 33:58

1+ y ago33:58

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Plus: Fortune’s Crypto Editor Jeff John Roberts breaks down the publication’s new “Crypto 40” list. On today’s “Carpe Consensus,” hosts Ben Schiller, Danny Nelson and Cam Thompson break down the latest in crypto news, featuring an interview with Jeff John Roberts on Fortune’s “Crypto 40” industry ranking. [0:44] Danny reviews the “Saga” smartphone,…

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Can Arbitrum’s DAO Rise Above ‘Decentralization Theater?’ 43:31

1+ y ago43:31

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Power proved to be just as centralized as ever as Arbitrum’s first attempt at decentralized governance ended in community revolt. Plus: Cathy Hackl recaps Metaverse Fashion Week. On “Carpe Consensus,” hosts Ben Schiller, Danny Nelson and Cam Thompson get into the nitty-gritty of governance, from decentralized governance to U.S. regulation and enfor…

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Crypto’s Banking Woes and the Macro Environment 38:35

1+ y ago38:35

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Andrew Keys of Darma Capital unravels the state of crypto in 2023. On “Carpe Consensus,” hosts Ben Schiller, Danny Nelson and Cam Thompson chat about the state of crypto with guest Andrew Keys, co-founder and president of Darma Capital. [1:36] Inside the Desk: Citing an ongoing regulatory crackdown, crypto companies are considering shifting to more…

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The Scrumptious Irony of the Silicon Valley Bank Collapse 35:53

1+ y ago35:53

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Crypto companies are scrambling to find new banking partners after last weekend’s collapse. Plus: A conversation with photographer Dave Krugman on the “attention economy.” On “Carpe Consensus,” host Ben Schiller, Danny Nelson and Cam Thompson are joined by photographer and non-fungible token (NFT) artist Dave Krugman to highlight the biggest trends…

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Binance’s Big (Bad) News Week 33:55

1+ y ago33:55

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Binance’s slew of bad news, art on the blockchain with Eli Scheinman of Proof, and what NFT project More Than Gamers promised, but didn’t deliver. On “Carpe Consensus,” hosts Ben Schiller and Cam Thompson bring listeners up to speed on the latest news in crypto. Plus: Proof’s head of art Eli Scheinman discusses art on the blockchain and the diversi…

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NFTs Are Collectibles, Tickets, Subscriptions and … Securities? 34:23

1+ y ago34:23

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Exploring the wide range of NFT use cases and future of Web3 media with Daisy Alioto, CEO of Dirt Media. On “Carpe Consensus,” hosts Ben Schiller, Danny Nelson and Cam Thompson bring listeners up to speed on the latest news in crypto. Plus: Daisy Alioto, CEO of Dirt Media, describes building a Web3 publication from the ground up. [2:00] Inside the …

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SEC Takes Aim at Kraken and Paxos 38:28

2y ago38:28

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CoinDesk Managing Editor Nik De recaps his regulatory scoops from last week. Plus: Austin Federa, head of strategy at the Solana Foundation, details what’s next for the network. On “Carpe Consensus,” hosts Ben Schiller, Danny Nelson and Cam Thompson hit crypto’s highlights of the week with news from the SEC, Solana and the Super Bowl. [1:48] Inside…

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Special Report: UK’s Unsettled Crypto Regulatory Landscape 35:43

2y ago35:43

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CoinDesk reporter Camomile Shumba provides an in-depth look at the state and future of crypto regulation in the U.K. On “Carpe Consensus,” hosts Ben Schiller, Danny Nelson and Cam Thompson dive into the latest crypto news. Plus: a special audio feature with CoinDesk reporter Camomile Shumba. [2:11] Inside the Desk: Venture capitalists might not get…

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AI in Newsrooms, Crooked Crypto and Mango Madness 37:07

2y ago37:07

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Where does AI fit into journalism? Plus, a conversation with “Crypto Crooks” host David Z. Morris. On “Carpe Consensus,” hosts Danny Nelson and Cam Thompson take a well-rounded look at this week in crypto news with guest David Z. Morris. [2:01] Inside the Desk: Danny dives into potential use cases for AI in the newsroom and Cam follows a workout ro…

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Where Do Metaverses Go From Here? 36:21

2y ago36:21

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Tech futurist Cathy Hackl breaks down the key trends in metaverse development. Plus: Genesis news and Policy Week. On “Carpe Consensus,” hosts Ben Schiller, Danny Nelson and Cam Thompson take a well-rounded look at this week in crypto news with guests Cathy Hackl and Marc Hochstein. [1:49] Inside the Desk: Danny outlines the late night, mad dash to…

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SBF’s Deluded Substack, Crypto in DC and Gutter NFTs 40:00

2y ago40:00

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“Carpe Consensus” dives into the latest crypto news, from Sam Bankman-Fried’s new blog to Yuga Labs’ sewer-themed non-fungible token project. Plus: Marta Belcher joins to provide an update on crypto regulation. On “Carpe Consensus,” hosts Ben Schiller, Danny Nelson and Cam Thompson chat about this week’s highlights in crypto news. Marta Belcher, ci…

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Web3, NFTs Face the Bear Market 33:05

2y ago33:05

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Amanda Cassatt joins to highlight what strategies are helping Web3 brands stay aloft in the bear market. Plus: Cam goes to CES, yells into a box. On “Carpe Consensus,” hosts Ben Schiller, Danny Nelson and Cam Thompson take a look at the state of non-fungible tokens, Web3 and the metaverse with Amanda Cassatt. [1:50] Inside the Desk: NFT marketplace…

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Crypto’s 2023 Starts With a Bonk 28:05

2y ago28:05

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On “Carpe Consensus,” hosts Ben Schiller and Danny Nelson kick off the new year with the latest crypto news and predictions for the year ahead. [2:32] Inside the Desk: Shiba Inu-themed Bonk token fires up Solana community and NFTs meet tax-loss harvesting [8:31] Consensus Magazine’s Crypto 2023 predicts a year of regulation, NFTs and disaggregation…

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An Inside Look at SBF's First Court Appearance 35:47

2y ago35:47

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CoinDesk Reporter Cheyenne Ligon joins to recount her experiences sitting behind SBF in a Bahamian courtroom. Plus: Trump NFTs and Binance news. On “Carpe Consensus,” hosts Ben Schiller, Danny Nelson and Cam Thompson chime in on the latest crypto news and chat with Cheyenne Ligon about her experience at Sam Bankman-Fried’s (SBF) first court appeara…

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Dire Times Call for DeFi 39:05

2y ago39:05

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DeFi Dad joins to debate whether recent events have highlighted the importance for decentralized finance. Plus: news on Madison Cawthorn, The Block and Starbucks. On “Carpe Consensus,” hosts Ben Schiller, Danny Nelson and Cam Thompson break down the latest crypto news and dive into a conversation with crypto investor and educator DeFi Dad. [1:42] C…

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The Who’s Who of Crypto’s 2022 24:27

2y ago24:27

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Spoiler alert: Influence can be for good or for bad. Plus, analyzing SBF’s media apology tour. On “Carpe Consensus,” hosts Ben Schiller, Danny Nelson and Cam Thompson break down the latest crypto news and hit the highlights of CoinDesk’s Most Influential 2022 list with Lists and Rankings and Special Projects Editor Jeanhee Kim. [1:30] Crypto Catchu…

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From Hero to Zero: The Fall of FTX 37:16

2y ago37:16

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“Carpe Consensus” dives into crypto’s biggest story of the year, analyzing the latest developments and lessons learned from the collapse of Sam Bankman-Fried’s FTX exchange. To kick off the inaugural episode of “Carpe Consensus,” hosts Ben Schiller, Danny Nelson and Cam Thompson tackle crypto’s biggest story of the year: the fall of FTX. [2:05] Cry…

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OPINIONATED: An Ode to ‘Opinionated’ 29:48

2y ago29:48

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On this final episode, the hosts discuss standout moments in crypto history over the course of the show’s run. Every week, “Opinionated” hosts Ben Schiller, Danny Nelson and Anna Baydakova have taken an in-depth look at the biggest topics in the crypto industry, discussing topics from policy to tech and sharing the latest casual controversy alongsi…

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