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Bitcoin Trades at a Discount on Binance.US: Kaiko; BitGo Cancels Acquisition of Prime Trust
"CoinDesk Daily" host Jennifer Sanasie gives an update on some of the stories making headlines in the world of crypto. Bitcoin is currently trading at a discount on crypto exchange Binance.US, according to data from Kaiko. Cryptocurrency custodian BitGo terminated its acquisition of rival Prime Trust. And, Mastercard has expanded its Engage program, which links potential card issuers with partners that can provide appropriate technical expertise, to help bring cryptocurrency card programs to market.
Head of Crypto and Blockchain at Mastercard Discusses View on Crypto
The head of Crypto and Blockchain at Mastercard, Raj Dhamodharan, discusses at Consensus 2023, Mastercard's view on crypto. "What we're really excited about is the underlying potential of the technology," he said.
Binance Partners With Mastercard to Launch Prepaid Crypto Card in Brazil
Binance has launched a prepaid crypto card in Brazil in partnership with Mastercard, the crypto exchange said Monday. "The Hash" panel discusses the product and what it means for mainstream crypto adoption.
What's Driving Bitcoin's Bounce Near $21K?
Bitcoin (BTC) continues to trend higher Wednesday near $21,000, but what's behind this upward momentum? Paxos Head of Strategy Walter Hessert discusses his bitcoin analysis and outlook. Plus, insights into partnering with Mastercard to help banks offer crypto trading and the potential outcomes from the upcoming Q3 GDP data.
Mastercard, Paxos Team Up to Help Banks Offer Crypto Trading
Mastercard has formed a partnership with crypto trading platform Paxos to offer a program that will help financial institutions offer cryptocurrency trading. "The Hash" panel discusses the latest move bringing digital assets to the mainstream.
Old Guard Meets New Guard: Integrating Payment Networks
At Consensus 2022, Alex Adelman (Lolli), Tammy Camp (Stronghold), Flori Marquez (BlockFi) and Raj Dhamodharan (Mastercard) discuss the interactions between traditional finance and new models. Plus, a conversation about obstacles and rewards as we cruise toward a future of integrated payments networks. Moderator: David Morris, Chief Insights Columnist, CoinDesk
Miami Teaming Up With TIME, Mastercard and Salesforce to Launch 5,000 NFTs
Miami Mayor Francis Suarez is planning to launch 5,000 Ethereum NFTs in collaboration with TIME, Mastercard and Salesforce. The collection will be designed by 56 local artists, “representing the city’s 56 square mile area,” according to the city’s press release. “The Hash” panel discusses how the plan could expand Web3 adoption.
Mastercard Exec on Blocking Russian Users, Expanding Into Crypto
Mastercard Chief Digital Officer Jorn Lambert discusses the company's decision to block Russian users as global sanctions were enforced. Plus, a conversation about Mastercard’s plans to embrace blockchain technology and their recent partnership with Nexo.
