In this engaging discussion, Michael Casey of CoinDesk, Jeff Roberts from Decrypt, and Forbes' Michael del Castillo analyze the rapidly changing landscape of cryptocurrency journalism. They reflect on significant stories from 2021, including China's crypto mining crackdown and the NFT boom. The trio critiques the current state of crypto media, advocating for better engagement and understanding between journalists and the crypto community. They also share predictions for 2022, highlighting the importance of nuanced reporting in a sensationalist landscape.

Michael Casey, Chairman of Consensus at CoinDesk, discusses the upcoming 10th Consensus event in Austin, Texas, featuring top industry speakers and networking opportunities. The podcast explores the dynamic shifts in the crypto market, anticipation for the event, featured speakers including presidential candidates, and exciting event offerings like pitch battles and technology demos.

Michael Casey, Chief Content Officer at CoinDesk, and Niall Ferguson, a Senior Fellow at Stanford, dive into the evolution of money and Bitcoin's role in it. They share personal journeys into crypto amid financial turmoil, emphasizing trust in new monetary systems. The duo discusses Bitcoin's potential as digital gold and its volatility, while examining the power struggle between the US dollar and emerging digital currencies from China. They also ponder how blockchain could reshape finance and empower individuals in a shifting economic landscape.