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Iran has embraced cryptocurrency as a means to avoid international sanctions and make more money. Eric Lob, a non-resident scholar with the Middle East Institute's Iran program and an associate professor at Florida International University, joins CBS News to discusses his research.
Rep. Stephen Lynch of Massachusetts joined “Red and Blue” to weigh in on the collapse of cryptocurrency exchange FTX, and whether there is a need for more regulation in the cryptocurrency industry. He also discussed efforts to avert a looming government shutdown.
Cryptocurrency firm BlockFi has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection following the collapse of FTX. BlockFi listed FTX as its second largest creditor, but expects any recoveries to be delayed. Duke University professor Sultan Meghji, former chief innovation officer for the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation, joins CBS News to discuss.
The first bankruptcy hearing for collapsed crypto-currency exchange FTX revealed information on the firm's finances and its losses in billions of dollars. Wall Street Journal reporter Alexander Saeedy joins CBS News to talk about the first day in court.
Total value of cryptocurrencies has fallen more than $1 trillion this year as investor sentiment sours.
The collapse of FTX, one of the largest cryptocurrency exchanges, is reverberating around the financial world as investors reportedly lost nearly $1 billion in assets. The company filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy. Astrid Martinez has more.
The cryptocurrency world is reeling after the meltdown of one of its most popular trading platforms. The exchange FTX filed for bankruptcy protection as fallen crypto-king Sam Bankman-Fried stepped down as CEO. Vladimir Duthiers has the details.
The world's largest cryptocurrency firm Binance has pulled out of a deal to save its rival FTX, triggering panic selling in the markets. Jennifer Schonberger, a senior reporter for Yahoo Finance, joined John Dickerson to discuss what's going on with the crypto market.
The cryptocurrency market has lost about 70% of its value in the past 8 months. CBS News tech reporter Dan Patterson breaks down how fraud is damaging the appeal of crypto. He also spoke with actor Ben McKenzie, who is co-writing a book about crypto, about why people should be skeptical before investing in the digital currency.
The stock market's tumble has put the S and P 500 into a bear market. CBS News correspondent Elaine Quijano reports on Wall Street's drop on Monday. Then, Akiko Fujita, a reporter and anchor for Yahoo Finance, joins Errol Barnett on CBS News to discuss the latest on the markets.
New hires at some tech companies are seeing their jobs disappear before they even begin, and some employees are having salaries slashed. CBS News tech reporter Dan Patterson joins "CBS News Mornings" to explain what's behind the moves.
Helene Braun, U.S. markets reporter for CoinDesk, joins CBS News at the closing bell to discuss what's driving the downward trend of the crypto market, and why corporate involvement could make the online currencies lose even more of their value.
With more and more investment companies offering cryptocurrency as an option in retirement portfolios, the recent decline of digital currency means some people's retirement funds are losing money. Greg McBride, chief financial analyst at Bankrate, joins CBS News to explain what caused the crash and what it means for your investments.
The always volatile cryptocurrency market took a dive after a major sell-off, and the crash in prices wiped out more than $300 billion this week. Crypto trader and investor Scott Melker, who hosts "The Wolf of All Streets" podcast, joined CBS News to discuss what's next for the digital currencies.
The massive downturn in cryptocurrencies continued Thursday, as the price of Bitcoin plunged to its lowest point since 2020. Peter Smith, CEO and co-founder of Blockchain.com, joins CBS News' Lilia Luciano to discuss the recent volatility.
The cryptocurrency's price continues to fall even though Fidelity and Goldman Sachs are adopting the digital asset.
Bitcoin prices have sunk 21% in the last month, while other cryptocurrencies are also fading. Here's why.
Their names ring out with historical and cultural significance: Eleanor Roosevelt, Betty Ford and Michelle Obama. Leslie Stahl spoke with the women who portrayed them: Gillian Anderson, Michelle Pfeiffer and Viola Davis. We also have a story on cryptocurrency. You've heard of it, but do you really know what it is and how it works? "Here Comes The Sun" is a closer look at some of the people, places and things we bring you every week on "CBS Sunday Morning."
Jack Mallers is founder and developer of Strike, an app that allows people to send money across borders, instantly, for pennies. Then Mallers spent months talking with the Salvadoran government about the merits of cryptocurrencies and bitcoin. http://cbsn.ws/3utXhEk
Mike Peterson, an expat from San Diego, says he was approached by an anonymous donor with a fortune in bitcoin who wanted to see it put to good use. The stipulation was Peterson could not convert the bitcoin into cash. http://cbsn.ws/3utXhEk
What can you actually use crypto for? As of now, not much! David Pogue looks at the ins and outs of cryptocurrency, which has proven a boon for speculative investors, but problematic for people who just want to pay for lunch.
Sharyn Alfonsi reports from El Zonte, El Salvador, a tiny town that has made bitcoin part of its economy.
A small town in El Salvador is fostering a Bitcoin economy, in part, because the technology meets local needs.
Bitcoin is just one of thousands of digital currencies on the market, that have proven a boon for speculative investors. But what can you actually use crypto for? As of now, not much, says correspondent David Pogue, who looks into the problems cryptocurrency has to overcome if it's to become ready for prime time.
President Biden signed an executive order this month calling on Congress to examine the risks and benefits of cryptocurrencies. With digital assets expanding in the global economy, it's becoming more important to be aware of ways people are being victimized in the marketplace. CBS News tech reporter Dan Patterson joins CBS News' Meg Oliver and Tanya Rivero to discuss what he calls new tech, but old scams.
President-elect Donald Trump made the announcement Thursday evening after Matt Gaetz withdrew himself from consideration.
Former Fox News host Pete Hegseth was with Vice President-elect JD Vance on Capitol Hill on Thursday.
A truck driver claims Israeli tanks and an Israeli drone watched as the aid convoy he was with was attacked in Gaza. But Israel's military says it is not responsible for protecting the aid.
The suit claims McMahon and others at the WWE were aware of misconduct decades ago and negligent in failing to prevent it.
Incumbent Sen. Bob Casey on Thursday conceded in the U.S. Senate race in Pennsylvania to Dave McCormick.
Sarah McBride, set to be the first transgender member of Congress, talked with CBS News' Scott MacFarlane and commented on the GOP's effort to restrict bathroom use.
An Alabama prisoner convicted of the 1994 murder of a female hitchhiker became the third person executed by nitrogen gas in both the U.S. and Alabama.
Haley said of Kennedy, Trump's pick to be HHS secretary, that he has no background in health care and accused Gabbard, tapped for DNI, of repeating "Russian talking points."
The U.S. Department of Justice filed charges in what could be the nation's first death-resulting criminal case involving a synthetic opioid that is possibly more dangerous than fentanyl.
Former Fox News host Pete Hegseth was with Vice President-elect JD Vance on Capitol Hill on Thursday.
Shohei Ohtani becomes the second player named MVP in both the American and National leagues.
Yankees outfielder Aaron Judge was a unanimous pick to win his second American League Most Valuable Player Award in three seasons on Thursday.
President-elect Donald Trump made the announcement Thursday evening after Matt Gaetz withdrew himself from consideration.
Haley said of Kennedy, Trump's pick to be HHS secretary, that he has no background in health care and accused Gabbard, tapped for DNI, of repeating "Russian talking points."
While some are bullish, other experts warn of investment risks as what comes next is impossible to know.
Donald Trump's proposed tariffs could raise costs for U.S. consumers, economists say. Here's how much grocery bills could rise.
Warehouse chain follows rival Costco in raising amount its 7.5 million members must pay to shop at BJ's stores.
Elon Musk and Jeff Bezos — the two richest people on the planet — are squabbling over social media. No, really.
Billionaires Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy say the Department of Government Efficiency has targets in mind for cost cutting.
A truck driver claims Israeli tanks and an Israeli drone watched as the aid convoy he was with was attacked in Gaza. But Israel's military says it is not responsible for protecting the aid.
Former Fox News host Pete Hegseth was with Vice President-elect JD Vance on Capitol Hill on Thursday.
President-elect Donald Trump made the announcement Thursday evening after Matt Gaetz withdrew himself from consideration.
Haley said of Kennedy, Trump's pick to be HHS secretary, that he has no background in health care and accused Gabbard, tapped for DNI, of repeating "Russian talking points."
Incumbent Sen. Bob Casey on Thursday conceded in the U.S. Senate race in Pennsylvania to Dave McCormick.
Life expectancy in the United States varies by more than 20 years depending on race and ethnicity and where you live, according to new research.
Kennedy's team is weighing a significant rewrite of the FDA's rules.
A new potential case of bird flu in a California child without known contact with infected animals is raising concerns about a potential pandemic. Dr. Céline Gounder explains what to know.
CBS News medical contributor Dr. Celine Gounder joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss the latest on bird flu as new cases raise alarms among health officials. There have been 53 confirmed human cases across seven states this year. Health officials in California are reporting a possible case in a child who had no known contact with an infected animal.
The FDA says America's food supply is still "one of the safest in the world," despite some recent high-profile recalls and outbreaks.
A truck driver claims Israeli tanks and an Israeli drone watched as the aid convoy he was with was attacked in Gaza. But Israel's military says it is not responsible for protecting the aid.
Former president Jair Bolsonaro and 36 other people were indicted for allegedly attempting a coup to keep him in office after his defeat in the 2022 elections.
A volcano erupted in southern Iceland, near the town of Grindavík and the Blue Lagoon spa, marking the region's seventh eruption in a year.
The amulet was found during an ongoing excavation project in Hadrianopolis, an ancient city near Karabük, Turkey.
The leaders are accused of crimes against humanity and war crimes over the war in Gaza and the Oct. 7 Hamas attack on Israel.
Connie Nielsen opens up about returning as Lucilla in "Gladiator II," reuniting with director Ridley Scott and exploring her character's emotional journey.
Singer-songwriter Shelby Lynne opens up about her new album and how her friendships helped save her when she thought her recording career could be over.
Making his feature directorial debut, Malcolm Washington brings August Wilson's Pulitzer-winning play to the screen with help from his father, Denzel Washington and siblings John David and Katia
Ahead of the sequel's release, Connie Nielsen joins "CBS Mornings" to talk about stepping back into the world of Ridley Scott's epic saga and her character's emotional journey.
After overcoming years of personal struggles, Grammy winner Shelby Lynne is back with her first album in years. She tells Anthony Mason why her return to recording came as a surprise, even to her.
Australian legislators introduced a landmark bill Thursday to ban social media for children under 16. CBS News London's Leigh Kiniry reports on what this could mean for social media companies.
The Department of Justice on Wednesday filed a motion calling for Google to sell its Chrome search engine, arguing in court documents that "the playing field is not level." The Justice Department is also recommending dissolving any contracts in which Google is the default search engine on devices such as iPhones. Kelly O'Grady explains.
From labor shortages to environmental impacts, farmers are looking to AI to help revolutionize the agriculture industry. One California startup, Farm-ng, is tapping into the power of AI and robotics to perform a wide range of tasks, including seeding, weeding and harvesting.
While some are bullish, other experts warn of investment risks as what comes next is impossible to know.
Elon Musk and Jeff Bezos — the two richest people on the planet — are squabbling over social media. No, really.
A volcano erupted in southern Iceland, near the town of Grindavík and the Blue Lagoon spa, marking the region's seventh eruption in a year.
Conservationists are teaming up with the U.S. Forest Service and logging companies to clear scorched land and make room for new reforestation projects.
Large wildfires fueled by climate change have destroyed tens of millions of acres of forests in the Pacific Northwest in recent years. Jonathan Vigliotti explores a major effort underway to restore those forests.
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service has proposed new protections for giraffes, saying their populations are threatened by poaching, habitat loss and climate change.
The carcass was comparable to the width of a college basketball court and female, according to biologists.
The U.S. Department of Justice filed charges in what could be the nation's first death-resulting criminal case involving a synthetic opioid that is possibly more dangerous than fentanyl.
Cristian Fernando Gutierrez-Ochoa — the son-in-law of Jalisco New Generation cartel leader "El Mencho" — was arrested in Riverside, California, officials said.
The FBI has arrested a Florida man who's accused of plotting to bomb the New York Stock Exchange. CBS News New York reporter Allen Devlin has more.
Colin Gray and his son, Colt Gray, were both indicted in the Sept. 4 shooting that killed two students and two teachers and injured others.
A judge on Wednesday found Jose Ibarra guilty on all 10 counts in the murder of University of Georgia student Laken Riley. Ibarra was sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole.
President-elect Donald Trump attended SpaceX's sixth flight test of its Super Heavy-Starship on Tuesday with CEO Elon Musk. The burgeoning friendship between the two men played a key role in Trump's reelection, with Musk now set to run a government efficiency agency in the coming months. CBS News political reporter Jake Rosen and Politico aviation reporter Oriana Pawlyk join "America Decides" with more.
President-elect Donald Trump was on hand with Elon Musk for the sixth test flight of SpaceX's huge Super Heavy-Starship rocket.
Researchers analyzed lunar soil brought back by China's Chang'e-6, the first spacecraft to return with a haul of rocks and dirt from the little-explored far side.
November's full moon, known as the Beaver Moon, is the last supermoon of 2024. Here's when it peaks and why it's called the Beaver Moon.
Medical issues aside, the astronauts described a water leak in June that triggered a blizzard in the International Space Station's airlock.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
See some of convicted serial killer Rodney Alcala's photographs that were discovered by detectives in a Seattle storage locker.
The seesaw marriage between the former ballerina and her much older husband only lasted four years, until she shot him on Sept. 27, 2020.
A look at the evidence in "The Dexter Killer" case; plus, newly revealed letters from the man police say wanted to be like fictional serial killer Dexter Morgan.
Live performances are in full swing this summer. Scroll through our concert gallery, featuring pictures by CBS News photojournalist Jake Barlow and photographers Ed Spinelli and Kirstine Walton.
There's a major effort underway to bring more Black doctors into hospitals and examination rooms nationwide, and that effort is focused on easing the burden of medical school for students at historically Black colleges and universities. Jericka Duncan has more.
Australian legislators introduced a landmark bill Thursday to ban social media for children under 16. CBS News London's Leigh Kiniry reports on what this could mean for social media companies.
The American Farm Bureau Federation's annual survey found a difference between 2024 and 2023 Thanksgiving dinner prices. Business Insider senior personal finance reporter Jennifer Streaks discusses the cost changes and how to find meal deals.
Conspiracy theorist Alex Jones filed a lawsuit this week to try to block the sale of his right-wing company Infowars to satirical publisher The Onion. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson breaks it down.
The Pentagon said Russia fired an experimental intermediate range ballistic missile at central Ukraine on Thursday. CBS News foreign correspondent Holly Williams reports.