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Share Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailHere are the key swing state races that crypto super PACs are targeting: CNBC Crypto WorldCNBC Crypto World features the latest news and daily trading updates from the digital currency markets and provides viewers with a look at what's ahead with high-profile interviews, explainers, and unique stories from the ever-changing crypto industry. On today's show, James Delmore of Breadcrumbs discusses the money being spent by pro-crypto super PACs in the 2024 election.

Persons: explainers, James Delmore, Breadcrumbs Organizations: CNBC Crypto, CNBC

☆ FTX creditors will make money on bankruptcy: $1.19 for every dollar
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-07 | by ( Mackenzie Sigalos | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +2 min

Almost all of the creditors of failed crypto company FTX will end up profiting from the money they put into the exchange, a federal bankruptcy judge ruled Monday. Ray, who also shepherded Enron through bankruptcy, added that the estate is working to finalize arrangements to make distributions to creditors around the world. FTX previously estimated that it owes creditors around $11.2 billion. According to the plan approved by Delaware bankruptcy Judge John Dorsey, 98% of FTX's creditors will get 119% of the amount of their allowed claim as of November 2022, when the exchange filed for bankruptcy protection. The bankruptcy estate says it will make a separate announcement about the date the payout plan will go into effect and when it anticipates the start of distributions.

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☆ Families and friends mark moment Oct 7 attack began
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-07 | by ( Mackenzie Happe | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: 1 min

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☆ U.S. crude oil jumps 2%, trades near $76 as market waits for Israel strike against Iran
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-07 | by ( Spencer Kimball | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +1 min

U.S. crude oil rose about 2% on Monday, as the market waited for Israel to strike Iran. Oil prices spiked last week on fears that Israel could hit Iran's oil industry in retaliation for Tehran's ballistic missile attack. The impact on the oil market would be significant if Israel struck Kharg Island, through which 90% of Iran's crude exports pass, Croft said. The worst-case scenario is a disruption in the Strait of Hormuz, through which 20% of the world's crude exports flow, Gelder said. Iran might target the strait in response to an Israeli strike, which would have a far more dramatic effect on crude prices, the analyst said.

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☆ Visa launches tokenization platform for banks
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-04 | by ( Mackenzie Sigalos | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: 1 min

Share Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailVisa launches tokenization platform for banksVisa just announced its new tokenization platform for banks called the Visa Tokenized Asset Platform, or VTAP. The goal of the new service is to let more than 15,000 banks use blockchain technology for things like tokenized deposits. CNBC's MacKenzie Sigalos speaks to the payment giant's head of crypto, Cuy Sheffield, about the new product and where Visa's crypto strategy is headed.

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Share Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailXRP sinks after SEC files notice of appeal in Ripple case: CNBC Crypto WorldCNBC Crypto World features the latest news and daily trading updates from the digital currency markets and provides viewers with a look at what's ahead with high-profile interviews, explainers, and unique stories from the ever-changing crypto industry. On today's show, Cuy Sheffield of Visa explains the payment processor's new tokenization platform for banks.

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☆ Scoot McNairy on His Best Movie & TV Roles and How Sosie Bacon Helped Him on 'Nightbitch'
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-03 | by ( Caralynn Matassa | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +13 min

Eventually, "Argo" was released and went on to win an Oscar, and McNairy did, of course, work again. "You truly do feel like you're never going to work again because you've seen it happen where people just kind of stop working." Just keep your head down and focus on the work and don't change what you're doing based on other people's opinions. AdvertisementOn Quentin Tarantino's obscure film taste and how his partner helped him retool his 'Nightbitch' performanceMcNairy in "Nightbitch." I sent in a tape, and all the feedback I got was, "Wow, he really, really likes it, but he's got somebody else in mind for the role."

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Share Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailBitwise files with SEC to launch XRP ETF: CNBC Crypto WorldCNBC Crypto World features the latest news and daily trading updates from the digital currency markets and provides viewers with a look at what's ahead with high-profile interviews, explainers, and unique stories from the ever-changing crypto industry. On today's show, James Angel of Georgetown breaks down crypto policy expectations for both presidential candidates.

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Share Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailRobinhood announces crypto transfers for European customers: CNBC Crypto WorldCNBC Crypto World features the latest news and daily trading updates from the digital currency markets and provides viewers with a look at what's ahead with high-profile interviews, explainers, and unique stories from the ever-changing crypto industry. On today's show, Cleve Mesidor of the National Policy Network of Women of Color in Blockchain discusses the letter the group sent to the Kamala Harris campaign, advocating for crypto policy.

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☆ PayPal CEO's first year was praised by Wall Street, but hard part starts now for struggling payments company
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-01 | by ( Mackenzie Sigalos | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +12 min

Analysts across Wall Street saw rising competition and a declining take rate, or the percentage of revenue PayPal keeps from each transaction. Fast forward to today, and the picture is dramatically brighter for the 26-year-old Silicon Valley company and its 47-year-old CEO. Analysts are projecting roughly 6% revenue growth when PayPal reports third-quarter results in about a month, according to LSEG. Venture capitalist Oren Zeev has seen Chriss work with small businesses in another capacity. "He obviously brought a lot to the table with his vast experience with small businesses," Zeev said.

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☆ A retired boomer splits his time between Nebraska and Mexico. He says life is affordable in Puerto Vallarta and there's a lively LGBTQ+ community.
▼ + stars: | 2024-09-26 | by ( John Towfighi | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +7 min

MacKenzie, 67, owns a condo in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, with his husband, Darin Templeton. AdvertisementMacKenzie said it was important to visit Mexico and become accustomed to the lifestyle before committing to buying a condo there. In fact, they vacationed in Puerto Vallarta multiple times over six years before purchasing a condo in 2017. He said it feels like "there are more gay bars and clubs" in Puerto Vallarta than in Manhattan, adding that Puerto Vallarta is considered a top LGBTQ+ destination in Latin America. A dinner on Bill MacKenzie's terrace in Puerto Vallarta Courtesy of Bill MacKenzieMacKenzie said Puerto Vallarta has an active foreign population, and his condo complex has residents from Canada, Australia, Panama, and more.

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☆ PayPal's crypto lead on allowing merchants to buy and sell virtual assets
▼ + stars: | 2024-09-25 | by ( Mackenzie Sigalos | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: 1 min

Share Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailPayPal's crypto lead on allowing merchants to buy and sell virtual assetsCNBC's MacKenzie Sigalos reports on PayPal expanding services to allow merchants to buy and sell crypto: CNBC Crypto World features the latest news and daily trading updates from the digital currency markets and provides viewers with a look at what's ahead with high-profile interviews, explainers, and unique stories from the ever-changing crypto industry. On today's show, Jose Fernandez da Ponte of PayPal discusses the payments giant's expansion of crypto services to include merchants.

Persons: CNBC's MacKenzie Sigalos, explainers, Jose Fernandez da Ponte Organizations: PayPal, CNBC

Share Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailPayPal expands services to allow merchants to buy and sell crypto: CNBC Crypto WorldCNBC Crypto World features the latest news and daily trading updates from the digital currency markets and provides viewers with a look at what's ahead with high-profile interviews, explainers, and unique stories from the ever-changing crypto industry. On today's show, Jose Fernandez da Ponte of PayPal discusses the payments giant's expansion of crypto services to include merchants.

Persons: explainers, Jose Fernandez da Ponte Organizations: PayPal, CNBC Crypto, CNBC

☆ Caroline Ellison gets 2 years in prison, surrenders to authorities after Nov. 7
▼ + stars: | 2024-09-25 | by ( Mackenzie Sigalos | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: 1 min

In this videoShare Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailCaroline Ellison gets 2 years in prison, surrenders to authorities after Nov. 7CNBC's MacKenzie Sigalos breaks down the sentencing of Caroline Ellison, the former CEO of Alameda Research and ex-girlfriend of FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried.

Persons: Caroline Ellison, CNBC's MacKenzie Sigalos, Sam Bankman Organizations: Alameda Research

Defense lawyers also had requested a no-prison sentence for Ellison, who had run Alameda Research , a hedge fund connected to FTX. Kaplan allowed Ellison to remain free on bail until she surrenders to prison either on or after Nov. 7. He was sentenced to 25 years in prison in March and also was ordered to pay $11 billion in forfeiture by Kaplan. On Tuesday, before sentencing Ellison, Kaplan contrasted her conduct after she was charged with that of Bankman-Fried. Both Bankman-Fried and Ellison had faced the same statutory maximum sentence of about 110 years in prison for their crimes.

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☆ Caroline Ellison could face no jail time for role in FTX collapse
▼ + stars: | 2024-09-24 | by ( Mackenzie Sigalos | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +2 min

Caroline Ellison, former chief executive officer of Alameda Research LLC, center, arrives at court in New York, US, on Tuesday, Oct. 10, 2023. Caroline Ellison was the star witness in the criminal case against disgraced FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried. Bankman-Fried and Ellison are both, in the eyes of the U.S. judicial system, guilty of the same crimes. Two counts of wire fraud, two counts of conspiracy to commit wire fraud, one count of conspiracy to commit securities fraud, one count of conspiracy to commit commodities fraud, and one count of conspiracy to commit money laundering. Unlike Bankman-Fried, Ellison agreed to a plea deal in December 2022.

Persons: Caroline Ellison, Sam Bankman, Fried, Ellison Organizations: Alameda Research, CNBC Locations: New York

☆ Coinbase's chief policy officer on why he thinks the crypto voter will be 'decisive' in the 2024 election
▼ + stars: | 2024-09-23 | by ( Mackenzie Sigalos | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: 1 min

Share Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailCoinbase's chief policy officer on why he thinks the crypto voter will be 'decisive' in the 2024 electionCNBC Crypto World features the latest news and daily trading updates from the digital currency markets and provides viewers with a look at what's ahead with high-profile interviews, explainers, and unique stories from the ever-changing crypto industry. Crypto World's MacKenzie Sigalos sat down with Coinbase's chief policy officer, Faryar Shirzad, on crypto's significance in the 2024 presidential election.

Persons: explainers, Crypto World's MacKenzie Sigalos, Faryar Organizations: CNBC

Share Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailHarris vows to encourage innovation of digital assets during NYC fundraiser: CNBC Crypto WorldCNBC Crypto World features the latest news and daily trading updates from the digital currency markets and provides viewers with a look at what's ahead with high-profile interviews, explainers, and unique stories from the ever-changing crypto industry. On today's show, Rich Rines of Core DAO breaks down the latest price moves for bitcoin and ether, and where crypto markets could be headed by 2025.

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☆ How Coinbase is looking to drive crypto voters to the polls
▼ + stars: | 2024-09-23 | by ( ) www.cnbc.com time to read: 1 min

Share Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailHow Coinbase is looking to drive crypto voters to the pollsCrypto World's MacKenzie Sigalos reports from Washington on Coinbase's efforts to get crypto investors signed up to vote ahead of the general election, as the digital assets exchange battles the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission in court.

Persons: World's MacKenzie Sigalos Organizations: U.S . Securities, Exchange Commission Locations: Washington

☆ 20 cities opening up for homebuyers as inventory grows and mortgage rates tumble
▼ + stars: | 2024-09-19 | by ( James Faris | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +4 min

download the appSign up to get the inside scoop on today’s biggest stories in markets, tech, and business — delivered daily. But the tables are finally starting to turn as mortgage rates slide and inventory rises across US cities. Mortgage rates have fallen to the lowest levels since February 2023 as markets have priced in the Federal Reserve's long-awaited interest rate cuts, which finally arrived on Wednesday. pic.twitter.com/aAQvC80WPY — James Faris (@JamesFaris_) September 18, 2024Rising inventory is a big win for buyersHome inventory is also heading in the right direction. 20 cities where homes are much easier to findIn her note, Scibetta listed 20 major US cities where home inventory rose meaningfully from July 2023 to July 2024.

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☆ New details of Trump family crypto project released, including who can buy in
▼ + stars: | 2024-09-17 | by ( Mackenzie Sigalos | Christina Wilkie | Mackenzie Sigalos Is A Technology Reporter For Cnbc With A Focus On Cryptocurrency | ) www.nbcnews.com time to read: +6 min

For over a month, the former president and his family have been pumping up a project called World Liberty Financial, promising that it will do many things at once. He’s also part of the small group of World Liberty Financial founders, according to an internal report on the project obtained by CoinDesk. Witkoff was seated to Trump’s right during Monday night’s spaces, and described how he brought the Trump family together two crypto entrepreneurs. Alongside Trump and Witkoff, founders include Donald Trump Jr., Eric Trump and Barron Trump, as well as Witkoff’s son, Zach Witkoff, according to a person briefed by a member of the group’s founding team. CNBC reached out to Eric Trump and Witkoff to ask about their leadership roles within World Liberty, and didn’t immediately receive a reply.

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☆ New details of Trump family crypto project released: Here's what to know
▼ + stars: | 2024-09-17 | by ( Mackenzie Sigalos | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: 1 min

Share Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailNew details of Trump family crypto project released: Here's what to knowCNBC’s MacKenzie Sigalos joins 'Squawk Box' to report on the details of Trump family's new crypto venture.

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☆ Trump family unveils new details of their DeFi crypto platform 'World Liberty Financial'
▼ + stars: | 2024-09-17 | by ( Mackenzie Sigalos | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: 1 min

Share Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailTrump family unveils new details of their DeFi crypto platform 'World Liberty Financial'CNBC's MacKenzie Sigalos reports on the launch event for the Trump family's new crypto platform, World Liberty Financial.

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☆ Influencer app Node's $13 million sale shows how central tech and AI have become to talent management
▼ + stars: | 2024-09-17 | by ( Dan Whateley | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +4 min

Read previewThe talent-management agency Dulcedo Group acquired the influencer-marketing app Node in a July deal that valued the company at around $13 million, Node's cofounders told Business Insider. The deal shows how important tech products, including artificial-intelligence tools, have become in the talent and marketing industries. Founded in 2008 as an agency for more traditional media talent, Montreal-based Dulcedo Group has recently been on a buying spree, announcing in November it acquired creator talent agency Influence+All and PR firm Sundae Creative. Related storiesThe cofounders ultimately connected with Dulcedo Group, which put in an offer to acquire Node. Dulcedo Group was drawn to the company's technological expertise and roster of micro influencers, Faraji told BI.

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