Coinbase pushing for Clarity Act to be passed
Coinbase Vice Chair Ryan VanGrack discusses the push for the cryptocurrency Clarity Act in the Senate on 'The Claman Countdown.'
Minnesota's ban on crypto ATMs goes into effect after citizens report losing nearly $1 million in scams
Minnesota's ban on crypto ATMs went into effect on Saturday, and, by Dec. 31, all existing ATM machines across the state must be removed.
Tokenization future opens up all kinds of investing for those shut out in past: Abra CEO
Abra CEO Bill Barhydt joins 'Mornings with Maria' to discuss the impact of the CLARITY Act on tokenization, whether crypto is becoming an asset class or its own financial system and his outlook for tokenization.
GOP lawmaker says contrast with the Democrats 'is our friend' ahead of midterms
Rep. Mike Haridopolos, R-Fla., discusses polling regarding the 'One Big Beautiful Bill Act' messaging ahead of midterms, the stalled CLARITY Act and the Space Ready 2.0 Act aiming to modernize NASA infrastructure on 'Mornings with Maria.'
Clarity Act is ready for 'final action,' Coinbase's Shirzad says
Coinbase Chief Policy Officer Faryar Shirzad discusses Coinbase's preparations for the post-quantum era, the legislative outlook for the Clarity Act and stresses why the U.S. must lead in the crypto space on 'Mornings with Maria.'
Sen. Cynthia Lummis hopes Lindsey Graham’s death ‘motivates’ the GOP
Sen. Cynthia Lummis, R-Wyo., discusses the CLARITY Act, congressional ethics language and Sen. Lindsey Graham's impact on 'Mornings with Maria.'
Federal prosecutors to drop charges against alleged mastermind of $722 million crypto Ponzi scheme
The Department of Justice is moving to drop charges against Matthew Goettsche, who ran a bitcoin mining operation that prosecutors said functioned like a Ponzi scheme.
US needs to have a relationship with China, GOP rep argues
Rep. French Hill, R-Ark., on Congress's legislative agenda before the August recess, NATO summit outcomes, U.S.-China relations and more on 'Mornings with Maria.'
CFTC chief urges Senate to pass Clarity Act, warns US crypto industry needs regulatory certainty
CFTC Chairman Michael Selig joins 'Mornings with Maria' to discuss the push to pass the Clarity Act, the future of crypto regulation, the rise of prediction markets and how the agency is responding to market volatility amid Middle East tensions.
Dave Portnoy reveals he is losing millions in brutal Bitcoin crash
Barstool Sports founder Dave Portnoy admits he doesn't have plans to sell Bitcoin despite its volatile nature and his struggle to predict the cryptocurrency's next move.
Trump financial disclosure reveals more than $1B in crypto income during first year back in office
President Trump reported more than $1B in crypto-related income, including over $500 million tied to World Liberty Financial sales and $635M in meme coin royalties.
CEO reveals 'big misunderstanding' about investing
ProCap Financial chairman and CEO Anthony Pompliano joins 'Varney & Co.' to discuss Bitcoin value and volatility and whether the U.S. is falling behind China on AI.
Rachel Cruze warns young men are ‘throwing’ money away on habit ‘taking down a generation’
Rachel Cruze said building wealth requires "boring" habits like budgeting and investing, not chasing "quick wins" through cryptocurrency or sports betting.
Andrew Cuomo warns Congress is running out of time on blockchain regulation, says families could save on fees
Former Gov. Andrew Cuomo details his role co-chairing an OKX and NYSE parent company venture aimed at lowering costs for consumers through the blockchain.
Senator says GOP needs to 'stay on offense all the time' regarding Save America Act
Sen. Dave McCormick joins 'Mornings with Maria' to discuss legislative priorities including reconciliation, the SAVE America Act, the Iran deal, and the Clarity Act before the August recess.
Convicted crypto fraudster seeking Trump pardon loses bid to overturn 25-year prison sentence
A federal appeals court upheld Sam Bankman-Fried's fraud conviction and 25-year prison sentence, rejecting the FTX founder's bid for a new trial.
Ripple CEO Garlinghouse calls out Jamie Dimon's ‘disservice’ to crypto legislation: ‘Intentional misrepresentation’
Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse discusses the CLARITY Act, crypto markets, Ripple's new AI developer toolkit and what's next for XRP as investors watch key support levels on ‘Mornings with Maria.’
Convicted FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried insists he's innocent in exclusive prison interview
Sam Bankman-Fried says he would welcome a Trump pardon but insists he has not lobbied the White House, telling FOX Business from prison he is innocent.
Clarity Act is a ‘net positive’ for Americans and digital asset innovation, Abra CEO says
Abra CEO Bill Barhydt discusses the Clarity Act and the outlook for cryptocurrency regulation on ‘Mornings with Maria.’
Sam Bankman-Fried says he 'absolutely' wants a presidential pardon from inside his federal prison cell
Sam Bankman-Fried says he "absolutely" wants a presidential pardon from his federal prison cell, but won't say if his family is lobbying on his behalf.
Cryptocurrency FAQs
What is Cryptocurrency?
Cryptocurrency, or crypto, is a form of digital asset that is secured by cryptography and the blockchain. The most notable example of a cryptocurrency is bitcoin, though thousands of other similar assets exist. Cryptocurrencies are regarded by many as the money tech of the future due to their accessibility and un-censorable nature.
How do cryptocurrencies work?
Cryptocurrency networks, or blockchains, are independently verified by a matrix of computers that record all transactions and ensure a consensus throughout the chain. This means that all network information is recorded immutably and permanently; transactions cannot be prevented, blocked, or changed. Network participants can thus trust each other and transact without the need for a centralized intermediary.
How can I buy a cryptocurrency?
There are many markets for cryptocurrencies where you can exchange USD for the cryptocurrency of your choice. These include centralized exchanges and services such as Coinbase and PayPal, or decentralized alternatives like UniSwap where you can swap between crypto-assets. To use a centralized exchange, you’ll need to submit personal information such as your passport or driver’s license. Note that the price of digital assets can change rapidly, so timing your purchases well is essential.
Where can I keep my crypto coins?
Cryptocurrencies can usually be held with the exchange or business you bought them from. However, as these exchanges can be hacked, it is advisable to move your assets to your own personal wallet. These wallets are more secure and can be accessed from your laptop, phone, or other mobile devices.
What can I buy with crypto?
Real work adoption of crypto is still ongoing. However, more businesses are accepting crypto and you can buy goods and services as diverse as real estate, stocks, travel, gambling, websites, and much more. This trend should continue over time as cryptocurrencies become better known, accepted and trusted.
Pros and cons of investing in a cryptocurrency
You may have read the news that crypto has broken all-time highs recently. This is the main advantage, that we are early in the asset’s history and prices have generally gone rapidly upwards. However, you should be aware that volatility is significant and you can similarly lose money quickly if your timing is poor. Security is also a major issue and you must ensure you secure your crypto and transactions well or you could become a victim of theft or fraud.