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 Del Castillo, a veteran crypto reporter and Columbia University Knight-Bagehot Fellow, joins to discuss OpenSea's recent layoffs and struggles in the NFT market. He examines how competition from platforms like Blur and issues around creator royalties contribute to OpenSea's decline. gmoney, an NFT collector and founder, shares insights on potential catalysts for a market revival, including real-world asset integration and innovative credit access through NFTs. The conversation offers a fresh outlook on the future of NFTs and OpenSea's next steps.

In this discussion, Alex Thorn, head of research at Galaxy, shares insights on Bitcoin ETFs and their potential to attract over $14 billion in the first year post-approval. He emphasizes the importance of these funds for financial advisors seeking to introduce clients to crypto. Thorn also forecasts significant market growth, drawing parallels between Bitcoin and gold. Michael Del Castillo provides a recap of the week’s key crypto news, covering political impacts and market movements related to ETFs. Together, they navigate the evolving crypto landscape.

In this discussion, Steven Ehrlich, director of research at Forbes Crypto, and Michael Del Castillo, a veteran crypto reporter, dive into the future of Binance amid growing challenges. They explore the fallout from FTX’s collapse and how it's affecting Binance's market dominance and customer trust. Steven shares insights on Binance.US's precarious situation and the implications of recent SEC and CFTC lawsuits. The conversation also touches on whether Binance could face a fate similar to FTX, emphasizing the need for cautious optimism in the crypto industry.

Brian Klein, a partner at Waymaker, provides critical legal insights into the challenges facing Sam Bankman-Fried, now detained for attempting to intimidate witnesses. The dynamics of trial prep shift dramatically, raising questions about possible plea deals and delays. Meanwhile, Michael Del Castillo offers a recap of crypto’s turbulent landscape, highlighting ongoing SEC battles and industry shake-ups. The interplay between legal strategies and the evolving crypto scene makes for a riveting discussion.