Danny Nelson

Danny Nelson, managing editor for data & tokens at CoinDesk, digs into the explosive $LIBRA token scandal involving Argentine President Javier Milei and Hayden Davis. He reveals how Davis boasted about his closeness to Milei, raising questions about political corruption and insider trading. The conversation explores whether Milei is protecting Davis or is merely an unwitting pawn. With allegations of bribery and potential legal repercussions, Nelson discusses the scandal's implications for memecoins and their future in the crypto landscape.

Danny Nelson, a Coindesk reporter, dives into the chaotic demise of the Terra/Luna cryptocurrency. He unpacks how a risky financial product led to an $18 billion loss and a market-wide panic. The conversation highlights the audacious personality of founder Do Kwon and his controversial engagement on social media. Nelson reflects on the challenges that emerged in the crypto space, much like the 2008 financial crisis, and discusses the regulatory shifts spurred by this collapse, shedding light on the future of digital currencies.

Journalist Danny Nelson reveals how Polygon gave preferential treatment to sports betting company DraftKings in their validator community. They discuss the lack of transparency, ethical implications of partnerships, and the release of NFTs for charity.