Crypto Update 12/14/21 | What Intellectuals Still Don't Get About Crypto

 With crypto markets trading sideways and a look at the fundamental point that crypto skeptics miss, CoinDesk’s Markets Daily is back with the latest news roundup. 

This episode is sponsored by Kava, Nexo.io and Market Intel by Chainalysis.

Today's Stories: 

Bitcoin CME Futures Slip Into 'Backwardation' as Bearish Sentiment Grips Market

Ether Breaks Short-Term Bullish Trendline, Support Below $3.3K  

Stock Futures Gain Ahead of Fed Meeting 

European stocks climb as traders await central banks’ response to inflation

Featured Story: What Intellectuals Still Don't Get About Crypto

This episode was edited & produced by Adrian Blust. 

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