The most valuable crypto stories for Friday, May 18, 2023.

This episode is sponsored by Ciphertrace.

The hosts of "The Hash" discuss some of the biggest crypto headlines shaping the sector today, including Coinbase (COIN) saying it loves Canada, where the rules have been set out, compared with the U.S.’s lack of clarity. Separately, experts weigh in on an update from Ledger's new key-recovery feature. And, MicroStrategy co-founder and Executive Chairman Michael Saylor tells Decrypt the company is intrigued with how Ordinals could lead to software innovation. 

See also:

Coinbase Praises Canada’s Crypto Approach as U.S. Regulatory Pressure Intensifies

Ledger’s Hard Lesson: Being Right Isn't Good Enough

Is Ledger’s New Bitcoin Key Recovery Feature Safe? Experts Have Doubts

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