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The Bitcoin Whales Won’t Stop Buying

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According to a number of different data points, bitcoin whales saw last week’s volatility and price declines as a chance to accumulate.

This episode is sponsored by Nexo.io.

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Today’s grab-bag episode looks at five different topics:

  • Bitcoin whales kept accumulating during last week’s dip
  • Jim Cramer advises Powerball winner to put 5% in bitcoin
  • Previewing the first FOMC meeting of the Biden Administration
  • Earnings week on Wall Street looks good for Big Tech
  • An insider’s look at the state of crypto venture capital

See also: Blockchain Bites: ETH Pumps, Coins Leave Exchanges

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Other Episodes

A Reading of Satoshi’s Bitcoin White Paper – [CoinDesk Podcast Network, EP.491]

Jan 24, 2021

Another Pro-Crypto Appointment in the Biden Administration? – [CoinDesk Podcast Network, EP.490]

Jan 23, 2021

This Bitcoin Dip Was Not Caused by FUD – [CoinDesk Podcast Network, EP.489]

Jan 22, 2021

Why the World’s Largest Asset Manager Is Getting Into Bitcoin – [CoinDesk Podcast Network, EP.488]

Jan 21, 2021

Is Janet Yellen Bitcoin’s Biggest Enemy or Greatest Asset? Yes – [CoinDesk Podcast Network, EP.487]

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