Crypto Curious

This week, we're looking at three stories that all ask the same question: who really controls the money?

The crypto industry has matured rapidly over the past few years, but what's next?This week on Crypto Curious, we sat down with Tamas Szabo, Group CEO of Pepperstone Crypto, to discuss the evolution of digital assets, where the market is heading, and what it will take for crypto to become part of everyday finance.Whether you're new to crypto or have been following the industry for years, this conversation offers a thoughtful perspective on where we're headed next.Let's get into it

I'm Blake, and Tracey is taking a well-earned break this week, but I'm joined by a very special guest co-host, Jonno Newman from TRM Labs.If you haven't come across TRM before, they're one of the world's leading blockchain intelligence firms, working with governments, law enforcement agencies and some of the biggest crypto businesses on the planet to investigate hacks, trace stolen funds and follow the money on-chain. Jonno, great to have you with us.And you've picked a fascinating week to jump in.

This week, we begin in Europe, where Binance, the world's largest cryptocurrency exchange, is being forced to wind down services across parts of the European Union after failing to meet the region's new MiCA licensing requirements. It's one of the clearest examples yet of regulators saying that even the biggest names in crypto have to play by a new set of rules.Then we turn to an unlikely showdown. Nearly one hundred Catholic bishops and faith leaders have publicly opposed a major piece of US crypto legislation, arguing it could make human trafficking and financial crime harder to combat. It's a fascinating debate that goes well beyond digital assets and asks a much bigger question: where should innovation end and public responsibility begin?And finally, Mark Zuckerberg is back. Meta is reportedly building its own prediction markets platform, setting its sights on companies like Polymarket and Kalshi. Whether it's politics, sport or global events, prediction markets are quickly becoming one of the fastest-growing areas of crypto—and now one of the world's biggest technology companies wants a seat at the table.Let's get into it.

This week, we're looking at three stories that all point to the same conclusion: crypto is becoming increasingly tied to the institutions it once claimed to replace.

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This week, we're looking at a market that's sending two very different messages at the same time.

This week, we're looking at three stories that show just how quickly sentiment can change in this market.

This week feels like one of those episodes where you can genuinely feel the crypto industry shifting under the surface.

Joining Blake and Tracey this week is a very special guest — Kate Cooper, CEO of OKX Australia. Kate's spent more than a decade across media, financial services, and digital assets, and has become one of the most respected voices in the Australian crypto industry.There's a lot to cover this week, so let's get straight into it:

I'm Blake, and this week we're joined by crypto educator and coach Will Wright — better known online as @cryptocoachwill — who's built a strong following helping everyday people actually understand this space, instead of just chasing headlines and memes.And honestly… this week feels like one of those moments where crypto starts looking a lot more mature than people expected.Bitcoin has just had its biggest week of the year, briefly touching $82,000 for the first time since January before cooling off again. We'll unpack what actually drove the move, why the rally stalled where it did, and whether this is the beginning of a bigger market shift… or just another short-term burst of optimism.Then we get into one of the more fascinating stories we've seen in a while. After last month's massive $292 million Kelp DAO exploit, the DeFi ecosystem has somehow managed to coordinate a $320 million rescue effort for affected Aave users — and the story now reportedly includes a bizarre legal twist involving North Korea.And finally, BlackRock is doubling down on blockchain in a very serious way. The world's largest asset manager has just filed for two brand new tokenised funds with the SEC, adding even more fuel to the rapidly growing real-world asset sector — a market that's already pushing past $30 billion.Let's get into it

This week… crypto feels like it's being pulled in three completely different directions at once.

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Welcome back to the Crypto Curious podcast!This week… it feels like crypto just stress-tested itself — and not everything held up.

Welcome back to the Crypto Curious podcast!Trace is away this week, so we have Blake and Jonno Newman from TRM Labs on the mic.

This week, crypto didn't just move… it reacted.

This week's episode is all about power — who has it, who's fighting for it, and how it's reshaping the future of crypto. We

By the end of the weekend, we were back below $69K, all triggered by a single geopolitical curveball. A post from Donald Trump on Truth Social referencing Iran was enough to rattle global markets, and with a key deadline expiring today, the uncertainty isn't exactly behind us.But while prices were reacting in real time, regulators were doing something far more deliberate.In a move that could reshape the entire industry, the SEC and CFTC have, for the first time, formally identified 16 crypto assets — including Bitcoin, Ethereum, Solana and XRP — as commodities, not securities. It's the kind of clarity the market has been asking for… and it could change how institutions, products, and capital flow into this space from here.And then there's what's happening behind the scenes — because while headlines focus on price and policy, the Bitcoin network itself is under pressure.Mining difficulty just dropped nearly 8%, one of the biggest declines we've seen this year. At the same time, the average cost to mine a single Bitcoin is sitting around $88,000… while it's trading closer to $69,000. In simple terms: a lot of miners are operating at a loss right now.So today, we're unpacking all of it — the macro shock that moved the market, the regulatory shift that could define what comes next, and the growing stress signals under the surface.Let's get into it

This week feels like one of those moments where crypto takes another step toward the mainstream while still attracting just as much criticism as ever.

This week's episode is all about a shift in power, from institutions stepping further into crypto, to global markets reminding us why Bitcoin exists in the first place.

Welcome back to the Crypto Curious podcast — brought to you by the Bamboo App.I'm Tracey, and as always, I'm joined by Blake. This week feels like a stress test for the entire space.

Welcome to the Crypto Curious podcast, brought to you weekly by the Bamboo App.This week we're looking at how power in crypto is shifting, from social platforms to billionaire investors, to policymakers.

I'm Tracey, and this week feels like one of those defining moments where crypto shows its true colours.

Welcome back to the Crypto Curious podcast — brought to you by the Bamboo App.We'll get straight into it - this week's episode is all about conviction — who really has it, who thinks they do, and what happens when the market pushes back.

On this week's Crypto Curious podcast, we break down three stories that say a lot about where the market is right now: speculation, security, and what's coming next.Here's what we cover:

Welcome to the Crypto Curious podcast — brought to you by the Bamboo App.I'm Tracey, and this week we're looking at a set of stories that all point to one big shift: crypto adoption isn't coming from where people expected.

This week we're looking at a set of stories that all circle the same uncomfortable question: who really has the power in crypto right now?

Welcome to the Crypto Curious podcast, and our first episode for the year!I'm Tracey, and today Blake and I are unpacking a week that feels quietly important as we settle into 2026.

Welcome back to the Crypto Curious podcast - our final for 2025!Today's episode is a special one as our O.G crew is back together. I'm Tracey and joining me in the hot seat are Blake and Craig Jackson for our end-of-year wrap.We're looking back at the year that was in crypto, the all-time highs, the pullbacks, the memecoin madness, the slower but crucial progress on regulation, and what all of it meant for everyday investors using dollar cost averaging.We'll unpack the biggest themes that defined 2025, dig deeper into a few of the most important shifts, and then finish with our thoughts on what could matter most in 2026 and beyond.It's been a big year — so let's get into it

This week on Crypto Curious, Tracey and Blake are joined by special guest Michael Prendiville — CEO of JellyC and fresh off a DECA award recognising his contribution to the Australian crypto industry.Michael brings his trademark pragmatic, risk-aware lens to a big week of news:

Welcome back to the Crypto Curious podcast

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Welcome back to the Crypto Curious podcast. This week, Tracey and Blake are diving into one of the biggest questions on everyone's mind right now: where is this market actually heading?Bitcoin has pulled back sharply, sentiment has flipped, and there's a lot of noise out there — so we're breaking down what's really happening, what matters, and what's just chart drama. We'll unpack the latest Bitcoin price action, the talk of a “death cross,” and whether this pullback signals a genuine shift or just another mid-cycle reset.Then we're looking at Aave's brand-new high-yield consumer app — a huge step for DeFi going mainstream — and after that, a rapid-fire round of the biggest news bites you might have missed this week.Let's get into it

Welcome back to Crypto Curious!Every Wednesday we dive into the dynamic world of crypto, from markets and regulation to the projects shaping what's next.

Welcome back to Crypto Curious! I'm Tracey, joined as always by my co-host Blake, and this week we're unpacking a big shift in the markets — because so much for Uptober!After six straight years of green, October finally broke its streak, closing in the red. We'll dig into what's behind the pullback, what it means for the next stage of the cycle, and whether “Moonvember” still has a chance.Then we turn to MetaMask — the wallet giant making waves with its long-awaited $MASK token and new rewards season that's got the crypto community buzzing.We'll wrap with a quick word on Aus Crypto Con, plus your short, sharp news bites — including everything from a $128M Balancer hack to Tether's record profits and the rise of the digital euro.It's a packed episode of Crypto Curious — let's get into it

Welcome back to the Crypto Curious Podcast, where we unpack the biggest stories shaping the world of crypto each week.This episode, we're diving into three major headlines:

Welcome back to the Crypto Curious podcast — your weekly dive into the fast-moving world of crypto, where we break down what's happening, why it matters, and what it means for you.If you're new to crypto, make sure you check out our early episodes for the basics — they'll give you a solid foundation before we take you into the deep end.

Welcome back to the Crypto Curious podcast, and what a start to October it's been!The market's heating up, but when it burns red, it somehow means green for crypto. We'll unpack what's driving the surge, ask if the GENIUS Act could be the beginning of banking's downfall, and talk about a wild story - $21 million vanishing into thin air!!Yep, it's 2025 and this stuff still happens.Let's get into it.

Welcome to a very special episode of the Crypto Curious podcast — because today we hit a huge milestone… episode number 200.That's right, for nearly four years we've been here every Wednesday, helping you unpack the wild world of crypto — through the crashes, the comebacks, the memes, the meltdowns, and everything in between.And to mark the occasion, we've brought back one of the originals… Craig Jackson is back in the chair with Blake and me today. The OG crew is reunited and ready to dive into some massive stories