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BlackRock CEO Larry Fink Talks Up Crypto Demand From Gold Investors
The CEO of $8.5 trillion asset manager BlackRock (BLK) said “more and more” gold investors have been asking about the role of crypto over the last five years.

Transparency for the Whales, Privacy for the Plebs
Identifying the owners of crypto wallets may level the playing field for retail traders. But if taken too far it could be weaponized against the weak.

Ripple’s XRP Summary Judgment Positive for Coinbase, Price Target Raised to 0: Needham
The court’s decision should moderately de-risk the regulatory pressure on the crypto exchange’s stock, which is a significant overhang on the share price, the broker’s report said.

Hip-Hop Collab Teams PUMA, Roc Nation and Legitimate for Sneaker Release
The three models of sneakers celebrate the 50th anniversary of hip-hop and each one has an NFC chip owners can scan to claim an NFT and access exclusive music content.

First Mover Americas: XRP Gains 66% on Ripple’s Partial Court Victory
The latest price moves in bitcoin (BTC) and crypto markets in context for July 14, 2023. First Mover is CoinDesk’s daily newsletter that contextualizes the latest actions in the crypto markets.

How the Celsius Affair Plays Into the U.S. Crypto Regulatory Debate
The arrest of the crypto lender’s co-founder and ex-CEO Alex Mashinsky comes as lawmakers and regulators squabble over new rules for the sector.

Auction House of Gucci: Christie’s Teams Up With Luxury Brand on NFT Collection
The “Future Frequencies: Explorations in Generative Art and Fashion” collection derives inspiration from Gucci designs and features works from artists including Claire Silver and Emily Xie.

FTX, Celsius Bankruptcy Claims Can Now Be Sold on OPNX
Users who held assets on bankrupt crypto firms FTX and Celsius Network can now trade their claims on the Open Exchange (OPNX).

Stablecoin TrueUSD Owner Techteryx to Take Full Control of Operation
Techteryx assumed “full management full management of all offshore operations and services related to TUSD,” on July 13.

The Death of a Discord Server