RECENT EPISODES
Tue 22 SeptCrypto Rundown: The Bull Market Is Here.... is Bitcoin $100k Next?!In this episode, the hosts discuss the recent bullish momentum in the cryptocurrency market, particularly Bitcoin's significant rise above its 50-week moving average for the first time in 45 weeks. With Bitcoin trading at 87,500 and a potential surge towards 100,000 on the horizon, the episode explores the implications of this trend. Ethereum's impressive performance, including a 67% increase in Q3 and its inclusion in Deutsche Bank's custody service, further highlights the growing acceptance of cryptocurrencies in the financial sector.Mon 21 SeptEp. 754 The TRILLION Dollar Stablecoin Opportunity with GroundIn this episode, the discussion centers on the burgeoning stablecoin market, which has seen a remarkable 200% increase in spending volumes year over year, reaching over $1 billion last month. Ground, a platform designed to streamline cash management for stablecoins, offers a user-friendly API for neobanks and payment providers, enabling the creation of yield products.Thu 17 SeptCrypto Rundown: Fed Raises Rates & Crypto Rallies! The Top Rate Hike Trades We See!In this episode, the hosts discuss the Federal Reserve's recent 25 basis point rate hike and its surprising correlation with a crypto market rally, particularly Bitcoin's resilience at around $76,000. They analyze the implications of the SEC's new framework for on-chain trading of U.S. stocks and highlight ZCAST's remarkable 30% weekly gain and 2800% rise this year. The potential of Zcash as a leading privacy coin is also explored, with predictions of significant market cap growth amid increasing institutional interest.Tue 15 SeptCrypto Rundown: Better Trade Bitcoin or Ethereum as Market Eyes Rate DecisionIn this episode, the podcast delves into the current crypto market dynamics as Bitcoin and Ethereum vie for investor attention ahead of a crucial interest rate decision. With Bitcoin showing potential for a long opportunity around 74 to 75 K and Ethereum outperforming with a 76% rally from its lows, the discussion highlights the implications of these movements.Mon 14 SeptEp. 753 Crypto Is Entering a Token Picker’s Bull Market with Austin BarackIn this episode, Austin Barack analyzes the crypto market's transition into a token picker's bull market, highlighting a shift in sentiment as bad news no longer triggers sell-offs. He discusses the growing interest in individual assets with strong fundamentals, the potential of Zcash as a store of value, and the impact of macroeconomic factors on Bitcoin's price. Barack emphasizes the importance of tokenomics and cautions that while returning value to holders is crucial, strong business growth remains essential for success.Fri 11 SeptMeme Coin Mania: LAPTOP Fail & The Top Meme Coin Trades Right Now!In this episode, the hosts dive into the controversial Laptop coin, which has seen 80% of its investors lose money after a dramatic valuation drop. They discuss the resurgence of meme coins, with trading volumes exceeding six billion, and highlight Stonk's impressive performance on the Solana network. The episode also touches on broader market trends, including Bitcoin and Ethereum's recent strength, the implications of potential Federal Reserve rate hikes, and the anticipated clarity act update for DeFi regulations.Thu 10 SeptEp. 752 Is Crypto Ready for AI & Quantum Computing Risks?In this episode, David Schwed explores the intersection of cryptocurrency, artificial intelligence, and the looming risks of quantum computing. He highlights the urgent need for organizations to enhance their security practices to protect against nation-state threats and the vulnerabilities of existing cryptographic systems. Schwed discusses the importance of integrating privacy into a comprehensive security strategy and examines the evolving landscape of financial markets, where major banks are increasingly adopting digital assets and tokenized solutions.Tue 8 SeptEp. 751 Bringing Equity Markets On Chain with Regulatory ComplianceIn this episode, Joris Delanou explores the transformative impact of tokenization on equity markets, highlighting its potential to enhance capital formation and liquidity for early investors. He discusses how tokenization is blurring the lines between public and private equity, while emphasizing the importance of regulatory compliance. Delanou also addresses the growing global demand for fractional ownership in U.S. entities and the challenges companies face in maintaining cap table integrity, predicting a significant shift towards blockchain solutions in the coming years.Sun 6 SeptEp. 750 The Institutional Crypto Playbook with Franklin TempletonIn this episode, Tony Peacore from Franklin Templeton discusses the critical need for institutional quality in the crypto space, drawing from his extensive experience in traditional finance. He highlights how digital ledger technology can revolutionize loan origination and emphasizes the importance of trust and credibility to attract institutional investors. The conversation also explores how advanced analytics and a hybrid approach combining traditional finance with innovative technologies can unlock new investment opportunities in the evolving crypto landscape.Fri 4 SeptCrypto Rundown: Top Altcoins to Own RIGHT NOW!In this episode, the hosts analyze the altcoin landscape, highlighting the Robin Hood chain's impressive revenue surge, which recently outpaced Ethereum. Zcash also garners attention for reaching all-time highs and a significant increase in futures open interest, driven by its privacy features. The episode discusses the rapid growth of Ponds on Robin Hood and the regulatory challenges surrounding tokenized stocks, while emphasizing the potential market volatility in September and the implications of the Clarity Act for the crypto sector.Thu 3 SeptEp. 749 Coinbase’s Head of AI Explains the Future of Agentic FinanceIn this episode, Lincoln Mer, Coinbase’s Head of AI, delves into the transformative role of AI in cryptocurrency markets, highlighting the innovative X402 protocol that enables AI agents to perform on-chain activities without incurring Ethereum gas fees. He discusses the rise of AI-powered financial advisors and the potential for AI to lower costs in ETFs and mutual funds, while also addressing the challenges of integrating AI with existing financial regulations.Tue 1 SeptCrypto Rundown: Bitcoin Just Proved It Can Outperform StocksIn this episode, we explore how Bitcoin has outperformed the S&P 500 since the launch of Bitcoin ETFs, achieving a 22.62% return compared to the S&P's 21.17%. The crypto market saw a significant $3.2 billion inflow, marking a positive shift in sentiment. We also discuss MicroStrategy's strategic $369 million Bitcoin purchase and Bitmine's approach to acquiring Ethereum, highlighting the growing confidence in cryptocurrency despite ongoing regulatory uncertainties.Mon 31 AugEp. 748 Why Banks NEED BlockchainIn this episode, Scott Shea discusses how blockchain technology can transform banking by removing intermediaries and enhancing trust, citing Signature Bank's innovative 24/7 blockchain system. The conversation highlights the fragility of traditional banking systems and advocates for full reserve banking, which could eliminate the need for deposit insurance. Additionally, the speakers emphasize the importance of adopting blockchain to improve transparency and efficiency in financial services, predicting a shift towards digital currencies on platforms like Ethereum.Fri 28 AugCrypto Rundown: The Bear Market is OVER?!In this episode, the hosts discuss the potential end of the cryptocurrency bear market, with Brian suggesting a possible bull market beginning this fall. He highlights 12 quantitative signals indicating a shift for Bitcoin, alongside significant market movements like MicroStrategy's Bitcoin sale and Wall Street's raised price targets. The episode also examines Ethereum's declining exchange supply and the Federal Reserve's monetary policy, emphasizing the resilience of Bitcoin amid ongoing market volatility and uncertainty.Thu 27 AugEp. 747 The Future of Trading Is AI Agents & Crypto with Public CEO Leif AbrahamIn this episode, Leif Abraham, CEO of Public, explores the transformative role of AI agents and cryptocurrency in modern trading. He discusses how Public differentiates itself by providing a trustworthy investment environment and advanced technology, including crypto IRAs and automated trading strategies. Abraham emphasizes the growing engagement of younger investors in crypto and the potential for AI agents to enhance trading efficiency, while also addressing the challenges and opportunities in accessing private market data and prediction markets.Tue 25 AugCrypto Rundown: The #1 Rule to Profit in a Bitcoin Bull MarketIn this episode, the hosts discuss the essential rule for profiting in a Bitcoin bull market, emphasizing the shift from fear to greed among investors. They highlight Bitcoin's significant recovery and surging ETF flows, alongside Ethereum's impressive 30% weekly gain. The conversation also touches on the importance of long-term holding strategies, recent regulatory developments like the Clarity Act, and the impact of increased trading volumes on market dynamics, underscoring the evolving landscape of the crypto industry.Mon 24 AugEp. 746 The Crypto Hedge Fund Playbook for RWAs, DeFi & 24/7 MarketsIn this episode, Shalang Tang delves into the integration of decentralized finance (DeFi) with real-world assets (RWAs), emphasizing the potential for tokenized assets on blockchain platforms. He discusses the challenges and opportunities within the repo market, suggesting that blockchain could improve liquidity and settlement processes. Tang also highlights the importance of understanding market flows and the rise of prediction markets among hedge funds, while cautioning that adaptability and team resilience are key to navigating this evolving landscape.Sat 22 AugEp. 745 What Institutions Want Next with Franklin Templeton’s Crypto CIOFranklin Templeton's crypto CIO Seth Gins joins to explain why he sees the current moment as a rare confluence of depressed prices and strongly positive fundamentals, comparing the setup to a balloon held underwater that must eventually surface, a metaphor he first used in a 2020 essay shortly before prices rose sharply.Thu 20 AugCrypto Rundown: Bitcoin & Ethereum are Exploding Higher: Is the Bull Market Back?Bitcoin surged roughly 15 to 16 percent over seven days while Ethereum gained approximately 24 percent over the same period and about 20 percent in a single 24-hour window near 2,300 dollars, with XRP up 28 percent and Solana approaching 90 dollars after trading in the 60s and 70s.Tue 18 AugCrypto Rundown: Wall St Legends Are Buying These Top Assets RIGHT NOW!The episode centers on what the hosts call time capitulation, a sideways grind following the major price drop, with hedge funds expected to return in early September and potentially trigger a volatility squeeze. Ethereum is highlighted as the standout asset, having rallied roughly 32 percent from its cycle low compared to 16 percent for Bitcoin, with Bank of America making notable moves into Ethereum and the GENIUS Act flagged as a potential catalyst for institutional stablecoin issuance.Mon 17 AugEp. 744 The Next Trillion Dollar Market Coming to Crypto Rails with DerivnexIn episode 744, George Harrington, CEO of Derivnex, a firm incubated by DRW, explains how atomic settlement of OTC derivatives on the Canton network eliminates the T-plus-one or T-plus-two delay that leaves billions of dollars idle and unable to earn interest or be redeployed.Fri 14 AugCrypto Rundown: Outperforming the S&P 500 with THIS Asset?!Bitcoin is grinding sideways through a historically slow August, with host Brian dollar-cost averaging into passive Bitcoin and Ethereum positions rather than trading, while watching on-chain activity in NFTs, meme coins, and real world assets as a potential leading indicator for the majors. Tether passed its first KPMG audit on August 13th with reserves exceeding liabilities by 6.8 billion dollars, a voluntary disclosure the hosts called a significant validation for the broader crypto space.Thu 13 AugEp. 743 Why Monad Is Taking Ethereum’s Biggest Bottleneck Head-On with Keone HonKeone Hon, co-founder of Monad and former Jump Trading engineer, joins the show to explain how his background in high-frequency trading shaped a new EVM-compatible layer one blockchain designed to eliminate Ethereum's core performance constraints.Wed 12 AugCrypto Rundown: Hedge Funds Go Long BitcoinHedge funds on the CME have flipped net long Bitcoin, a positioning that has occurred only once or twice a year and has historically coincided with local bottoms and subsequent rallies of 30% or more. With Bitcoin holding the low 60,000s and showing early signs of bearish exhaustion after three tests of that range since February, Brendan argues the downside is limited relative to the upside.Tue 11 AugEp. 742 Why Only a Few Crypto Assets Are Still Investable with FalconXJosh Lim of FalconX makes the case that crypto's investable universe has collapsed to roughly four or five tokens after the broader altcoin market fell approximately 90 percent, driven by a self-reflexive collateral cascade following the Binance liquidity event around October 10th.Fri 7 AugCrypto Rundown: 10x Winners & How to Find ThemBrian McNutt breaks down how to spot 10x opportunities in the current market, where Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Solana are range-bound near $64,000 to $65,000, $2,000, and $170 respectively, with McNutt treating the prolonged fear and greed index reading of around 39 as part of a bottoming process that makes dollar-cost averaging into majors increasingly attractive.Thu 6 AugEp. 741 Multicoin Capital Reveals What Could Start the Next Crypto Bull MarketIn episode 741, Spencer Applebaum of Multicoin Capital, which has grown from roughly 20 million dollars under management to a two-billion-dollar institutional asset manager now investing from a 422-million-dollar third venture fund, lays out what he believes will drive the next crypto bull market. He points to the GENIUS Act implementation scheduled for January 2027 as a major stablecoin catalyst and argues that exogenous real-world assets coming on chain and being actively traded will be the dominant bull market driver.Tue 4 AugCrypto Rundown: Bitcoin Wallet Hack Panic… Here’s What Actually HappenedA firmware bug in ColdCard's seed generation process has been blamed for draining a wallet of over 120 million dollars overnight, triggering widespread panic that the hosts work to contextualize by separating the hardware vendor's carelessness from any flaw in the Bitcoin blockchain itself.Mon 3 AugEp. 740 Why The Clarity Act DOESN'T Matter with Former CFTC Chairman Chris GiancarloFormer CFTC Chairman Chris Giancarlo argues that the Clarity Act matters less than most assume because digital asset adoption is coming regardless, drawing a parallel to the internet transforming the world without an authorizing statute. He frames stablecoins as tools of financial democratization, allowing people in high-inflation countries to choose their own monetary policy, while warning that the GENIUS Act risks trading government financial surveillance for big tech surveillance.Fri 31 JulCrypto Rundown: The #1 Sign of A Bottom We Are Seeing & Bitcoin's Next MoveIn this episode, the host makes the case that Bitcoin is approaching a cyclical bottom, pointing to two historically reliable signals: Bitcoin and Ethereum tweet volume sitting at a 12-month low, which has previously coincided with price floors, and a wave of exchange blowups reminiscent of prior bear market extremes.Tue 28 JulEp. 739 The Crypto Data Company Powering Wall Street’s Digital Asset PushJosh Frank, founder and CEO of The Tie, joins the show to discuss how his roughly 100-person crypto data company has built a Bloomberg-style terminal and API suite for digital assets serving hedge funds, banks, and asset managers, while expanding into events and three acquisitions including a staking business managing around two billion dollars in assets under delegation.Sun 26 JulEp. 738 How 24/7 Markets Are Coming for Wall StreetHeinz Tabosh, a veteran of Flow Traders now focused on digital assets, makes the case that tokenization is the most consequential structural shift approaching financial markets. The most immediate catalyst he cites is the DTCC tokenizing the first ETFs on July 15th, with a full rollout expected by year end.Fri 24 JulCrypto Rundown: Robinhood Chain Top Picks & Clarity Act UpdateIn the three weeks since mainnet launch, Robinhood Chain has accumulated roughly 760 million dollars in total on-chain assets and surpassed Base in daily active users on July 21st, with early volume rotating from meme coins toward AI plays and tokenized stock products. PONS, the chain's leading launchpad with about 60 percent market share and 100 million dollars in daily volume against a 30 million dollar market cap, is highlighted as a picks-and-shovels opportunity.Wed 22 JulEp. 737 Ethereum Staking Is Going Institutional - Lido Explains WhyIn this episode, a representative from Lido Finance explains how liquid staking through stETH solves the core barriers to Ethereum staking, including the 32 ETH minimum worth roughly 50,000 dollars, a 53 to 54 day entry queue, and locked capital that earns nothing during that period. Lido holds approximately 15 billion dollars in TVL and charges a 10 percent fee on rewards versus roughly 25 percent at centralized exchanges.Tue 21 JulEp. 736 How Aerodrome Became a Top DEX on Base and EthereumIn this episode, Alex Cutler of Dromos Labs explains how Aerodrome became the dominant decentralized exchange on Base by making a concentrated early bet on Coinbase's ability to use its L2 as a distribution channel for builders at a time when most of crypto dismissed Base entirely.Sun 19 JulCrypto Rundown: Bitcoin at a Breaking Point — Crypto News & TA You Need to KnowBitcoin is sitting at a technical inflection point after failing to hold above its 50-day moving average and spending roughly a week chopping sideways, with three key support levels converging near the high fifty-thousands including the 0.618 Fibonacci retracement at 57,800 and the anchored VWAP from the 2022 cycle low.Thu 16 JulEp. 735 Robinhood Crypto’s Biggest Move Yet with Head of Product Seong LeeRobinhood head of product Seong Lee joins the show to discuss the company's most ambitious crypto push to date, anchored by the launch of Robinhood Chain, a permissionless Layer 2 blockchain built on the Arbitrum stack with 100-millisecond block times and a primary focus on tokenized real world assets. Stock tokens backed one-to-one to equities are now live in over 120 countries through the self-custodied Robinhood wallet, with dividends reinvested via a multiplier mechanism rather than paid as cash.Tue 14 JulEp. 734 Crypto's Future with Coinbase: Institutional Strategies and Innovations with John D'AgostinoJohn D'Agostino, head of institutional strategy at Coinbase, joins the show to discuss how the firm has built a custody and trading business now representing roughly 30 percent of profitability while serving as custodian for over 95 percent of major crypto ETFs.Tue 14 JulCrypto's Future with Coinbase: Institutional Strategies and Innovations with John D'AgostinoJohn D'Agostino, Head of Institutional Strategy at Coinbase, explains how institutional capital is reshaping crypto markets, warning retail holders that institutions trade on momentum and may go short before establishing long positions, even as family offices and sovereign wealth funds buy during the current drawdown with Bitcoin down more than 30 percent and Ethereum down roughly 50 percent.Sat 11 JulMEME COIN MANIA: Robin Hood's Meme Coin Summer is Here with 700% WinnersRobinhood's new blockchain became the focal point of meme coin speculation in early July after CEO Vlad Tenev tweeted "Robinhood summer is here," sending tokens on the chain sharply higher.