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We dive into the UAE's $700 M Bitcoin mine, the US government's on‑chain data feeds via Chainlink, and Tether's comeback on RGB, plus nation‑state mining drama. Colin Charlie joins us to unpack the UAE's secret $700 million Bitcoin mining operation, the US government's bold move to publish macro data on-chain through Chainlink, and Tether's planned launch on the RGB layer‑2. We also explore nation‑state mining strategies and the quirky characters behind RGB. Subscribe to the newsletter! https://newsletter.blockspacemedia.com Notes:     UAE mine valued at $700 M BTC     Citadel (UAE) operating the mine     US gov posting data on multiple blockchains     Chainlink oracle used for Bitcoin L2 Botanics     Tether targeting RGB (still pre‑v1)     Bhutan holds 12k BTC ($1.3 B) Timestamps: 00:00 Start 00:21 UAE mining BTC 05:55 US data on-chain 11:03 Tether coming back to BTC -

Host Jennifer Sanasie breaks down the latest news in the crypto industry as Eric Trump praised China's crypto efforts. Eric Trump praised China during a panel at BTC Asia, saying that there is “no question” the country had “made an unbelievable mark on bitcoin and cryptocurrencies.” He emphasized the U.S.–China dynamic as pivotal in the future of digital finance, saying the two countries led the world in cryptocurrency. CoinDesk's Jennifer Sanasie hosts “CoinDesk Daily.” - Break the cycle of exploitation. Break down the barriers to truth. Break into the next generation of privacy. Break Free. Free to scroll without being monetized. Free from censorship. Freedom without fear. We deserve more when it comes to privacy. Experience the next generation of blockchain that is private and inclusive by design. Break free with Midnight, visit midnight.network/break-free - This episode was hosted by Jennifer Sanasie. “CoinDesk Daily” is produced by Jennifer Sanasie and edited by Victor Chen.

Reports suggest that ABTC could start trading as early as next month following its merger with Gryphon Digital. Get the headlines that matter, right when they hit the wire: Join our Telegram group for market moving news on top Bitcoin equities like $MSTR, $MARA, $RIOT, $CLSK, and more:  https://t.me/blockspacenews Welcome back to The Mining Pod! Today, the crew digs into reports that ABTC could start trading as soon as September, how hashrate looks primed to rip, IREN's 4,200 GPU buy, and a surprising Ocean Pool hashrate reporting glitch.  Subscribe to our newsletter!  **Notes:**     American Bitcoin aims Sep 2025 public debut.     Hash‑rate up ~5 % per Hash Rate Index.     Difficulty 44 % through adjustment period.     IREN financed $102 M for 8.5K GPUs.     Ocean Pool reported a false 300 EH/s spike. Timestamps: 00:00 Start 02:31 Difficulty Report by Luxor 06:38 Gryphon and Hut 8 surge 13:13 ETPs reach March‐highs in outflows 19:44 IREN doubles GPU fleet 25:41 Cry Corner: OCEAN 300 EH/s bug

CoinDesk's Jenn Sanasie sits down with Ben Emons, Founder and Chief Investment Officer of FedWatch Advisors, to discuss why the crypto market is feeling "frothy and nervous," what a hawkish or dovish surprise from the Fed would look like, and the critical resistance zones for bitcoin.

Host Jennifer Sanasie breaks down the latest news in the crypto industry as the Trump family extends their crypto bet to Dogecoin.Thumzup Media Corp., which has Donald Trump Jr. as a major shareholder, said it will buy Dogehash Technologies in an all-stock deal, pivoting from digital marketing into industrial-scale crypto mining. What's next for the Trump family as they expand their crypto bet? CoinDesk's Jennifer Sanasie hosts “CoinDesk Daily.”-Break the cycle of exploitation.Break down the barriers to truth.Break into the next generation of privacy.Break Free.Free to scroll without being monetized.Free from censorship.Freedom without fear.We deserve more when it comes to privacy. Experience the next generation of blockchain that is private and inclusive by design.Break free with Midnight, visit midnight.network/break-free-This episode was hosted by Jennifer Sanasie. “CoinDesk Daily” is produced by Jennifer Sanasie and edited by Victor Chen.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Reporter David Morris breaks down the Tornado Cash trial, Roman Storm's conviction on money transmission charges, and what this means for crypto privacy and open source developers going forward.David Z Morris joins us to talk about his extensive coverage of the Tornado Cash trial. We dive deep into Roman Storm's conviction, the legal precedent for privacy tools, and the chilling effects on open source development in crypto.Subscribe to the newsletter! https://newsletter.blockspacemedia.comNOTES:• Jury hung on 2 charges, guilty on 1 MTB charge• North Korea Lazarus laundered $600M• No direct OFAC-sanctioned wallets used the service• Appeal process could take years to resolveTimestamps:00:00 Start00:41 Why the Tornado Cash Story?05:06 What is Tornado Cash?11:15 What does Tornado Cash Do?14:01 Autonomous Smart Contracts19:34 Run as a Business23:57 Profits24:58 Criminal Charges31:43 Future of Open Source Development37:15 Advice for Privacy Devs42:43 Public Perception46:09 Journalism & Privacy49:10 What Happens Now?-

Host Jennifer Sanasie breaks down the latest news in the crypto industry as Bo Hines joins Tether as U.S. strategy advisor.Bo Hines, former White House Crypto Council chief, has joined Tether as U.S. strategy advisor. This comes amid news that the state of Wyoming has launched their U.S. dollar stablecoin Frontier Stable Token. CoinDesk's Jennifer Sanasie hosts “CoinDesk Daily.”-Break the cycle of exploitation.Break down the barriers to truth.Break into the next generation of privacy.Break Free.Free to scroll without being monetized.Free from censorship.Freedom without fear.We deserve more when it comes to privacy. Experience the next generation of blockchain that is private and inclusive by design.Break free with Midnight, visit midnight.network/break-free-This episode was hosted by Jennifer Sanasie. “CoinDesk Daily” is produced by Jennifer Sanasie and edited by Victor Chen.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

What does CleanSpark's leadership transition mean for the bitcoin miner?Get the headlines that matter, right when they hit the wire: Join our Telegram group for market moving news on top Bitcoin equities like $MSTR, $MARA, $RIOT, $CLSK, and more: https://t.me/blockspacenewsWelcome back to The Mining Pod! Today, Harry Sudock from CleanSpark joins us to talk about the company's major leadership transition with CEO Zach Bradford's departure and Matt Schultz taking the helm. We dive into CleanSpark's impressive growth to 50 EH/s, their pure play mining strategy versus the industry's pivot to HPC/AI, and how they're managing a $680M convertible bond. Harry shares insights on fleet efficiency, power portfolio optimization, and the strategic optionality their strong cash flow provides. Subscribe to our newsletter! **Notes:**CleanSpark hits 50 EH/s installed capacity$680M convertible bond raised in DecemberOver 1 gigawatt power under contractCEO transition after 6 years leadershipStrong cash flow drives optionalityCoinbase credit line for tactical movesTimestamps:00:00 Start02:04 CEO stepping down03:29 Mining only, no HPC05:36 More management changes?08:26 Operations & cashflow12:36 Colorado Air Filter16:21 ASIC purchases19:06 Status of 10 exahash22:08 Cleanspark22:38 Debt & growth27:31 Treasury strategy

The latest price moves and insights with Atlas Merchant Capital co-founders Bob Diamond and David Schamis.To get the show every week, follow the podcast here.Atlas Merchant Capital co-founders Bob Diamond and David Schamis join CoinDesk with insights into the Wall Street's plan for crypto and the underlying blockchain technology. Plus, their bullish deal centered around Hyperliquid.This content should not be construed or relied upon as investment advice. It is for entertainment and general information purposes.-Midnight is introducing a novel approach to token distribution. The Midnight Glacier Drop is a multi-phase distribution of the NIGHT token, aimed at empowering a broad, diverse community to build the future of the Midnight network. Holders of ADA, BTC, ETH, SOL, XRP, BNB, AVAX and BAT are eligible to participate in the first phase.Help usher in the next generation of blockchain with rational privacy and cooperative tokenomics on the Midnight network. To learn more, visit midnight.gd and prepare for the Midnight Glacier Drop.-This episode was hosted by Jennifer Sanasie.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Host Jennifer Sanasie breaks down the latest news in the crypto industry as bitcoin price dropped after traders took profit over the weekend.Bitcoin fell sharply as traders took profit following the new all-time high. According to data from Glassnode, investors booked in over $3.5 billion of realized profits across the weekend. Where is bitcoin headed next ahead of Fed Chair Powell's Jackson Hole speech? CoinDesk's Jennifer Sanasie hosts “CoinDesk Daily.”-Break the cycle of exploitation.Break down the barriers to truth.Break into the next generation of privacy.Break Free.Free to scroll without being monetized.Free from censorship.Freedom without fear.We deserve more when it comes to privacy. Experience the next generation of blockchain that is private and inclusive by design.Break free with Midnight, visit midnight.network/break-free-This episode was hosted by Jennifer Sanasie. “CoinDesk Daily” is produced by Jennifer Sanasie and edited by Victor Chen.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The latest price moves and insights with TMX VettaFi Investment Strategist Cinthia Murphy.To get the show every week, follow the podcast here.CoinDesk's Andy Baehr sits down with Cinthia Murphy, Investment Strategist at TMX VettaFi, to discuss where we are in the crypto education cycle. Cinthia sheds light on the challenges financial advisors face including why many of them still feel like they might be both too early and too late to crypto.This content should not be construed or relied upon as investment advice. It is for entertainment and general information purposes.-Midnight is introducing a novel approach to token distribution. The Midnight Glacier Drop is a multi-phase distribution of the NIGHT token, aimed at empowering a broad, diverse community to build the future of the Midnight network. Holders of ADA, BTC, ETH, SOL, XRP, BNB, AVAX and BAT are eligible to participate in the first phase.Help usher in the next generation of blockchain with rational privacy and cooperative tokenomics on the Midnight network. To learn more, visit midnight.gd and prepare for the Midnight Glacier Drop.-This episode was hosted by Jennifer Sanasie.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Stocks are soaring but TikTok is calling recession. The hosts examine viral recession indicators vs hard economic data to see if we're heading for downturn or if it's just vibes-based panic in 2025.We're diving deep into the disconnect between market performance and recession fears. They explore viral TikTok recession indicators, analyze Q2 earnings data, examine job market softening, and discuss whether we're actually heading into recession territory or if it's all just economic anxiety amplified by social media vibes.Subscribe to the newsletter! https://newsletter.blockspacemedia.com## Notes:- 33% recession probability down from 45% in April- S&P 500 earnings grew 11.8% year over year in Q2 - Only 73,000 jobs added in July vs expectations- May/June job numbers revised down by 258,000- Energy sector earnings dropped 18-19% in Q2- 92% probability of September Fed rate cutTimestamps:00:00 Start00:32 Wen resesh bruv?03:54 Recession Pop Music10:48 White Lady Dasher12:49 Data nerd time24:56 Mag 7 earnings26:49 Unemployment31:34 Consumer credit 33:44 What's a humble central bank to do?-

The latest price moves and insights with Sentora Head of Lending Patrick Heusser.To get the show every week, follow the podcast here.CoinDesk's Andy Baehr sits down with Patrick Heusser, Sentora's Head of Lending, to discuss the future of on-chain financing and what it means for both institutions and individual investors. Plus, he provides insights on the recent ETH-led rally and the rise of stablecoins.This content should not be construed or relied upon as investment advice. It is for entertainment and general information purposes.-Midnight is introducing a novel approach to token distribution. The Midnight Glacier Drop is a multi-phase distribution of the NIGHT token, aimed at empowering a broad, diverse community to build the future of the Midnight network. Holders of ADA, BTC, ETH, SOL, XRP, BNB, AVAX and BAT are eligible to participate in the first phase.Help usher in the next generation of blockchain with rational privacy and cooperative tokenomics on the Midnight network. To learn more, visit midnight.gd and prepare for the Midnight Glacier Drop.-This episode was hosted by Jennifer Sanasie.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Host Jennifer Sanasie breaks down the latest news in the crypto industry as bitcoin's recent rally has come to a stall. And, what to expect from the Trump/Putin meeting?Bitcoin's recent rally has come to a stall after hotter-than-expected PPI inflation data and Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent's flip-flop on the U.S. government's BTC purchases. With tension rising from the upcoming meeting between Trump and Putin, what's next for bitcoin and risk assets? CoinDesk's Jennifer Sanasie hosts “CoinDesk Daily.”-Midnight is introducing a novel approach to token distribution. The Midnight Glacier Drop is a multi-phase distribution of the NIGHT token, aimed at empowering a broad, diverse community to build the future of the Midnight network. Holders of ADA, BTC, ETH, SOL, XRP, BNB, AVAX and BAT are eligible to participate in the first phase.Help usher in the next generation of blockchain with rational privacy and cooperative tokenomics on the Midnight network. To learn more, visit midnight.gd and prepare for the Midnight Glacier Drop.-This episode was hosted by Jennifer Sanasie. “CoinDesk Daily” is produced by Jennifer Sanasie and edited by Victor Chen.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Proto is changing the game with its new ASIC miner, Rig, and MARA takes a majority stake in an AI/HPC company tied to France's government-run power provider. Get the headlines that matter, right when they hit the wire: Join our Telegram group for market moving news on top Bitcoin equities like $MSTR, $MARA, $RIOT, $CLSK, and more: https://t.me/blockspacenewsWelcome back to The Mining Pod! Today, Colin and Matt cover Proto's groundbreaking new ASIC miner, Terawulf's $3.7B Google-backed HPC deal, Ethiopia's bitcoin mining ban, and Monero's 51% attack. Subscribe to our newsletter! **Notes:**• Proto Rig: 14.1 J/TH, 800 TH/s, swappable hashboards• Terra Wolf: $3.7B deal, Google 8% stake• Bitcoin hit $124K ATH, down to $117.9K• Hash price: $57.89 per PH/day• Mara acquires 64% stake in Exaion for $168M• Monero down 18% after miner attackTimestamps:00:00 Start03:09 Difficulty Report by Luxor08:02 Proto Event14:51 MARA stake in Exaion18:36 Cleanspark19:05 Terawulf 200 MW HPC deal23:15 Ethiopia mining ban27:24 Cry Corner- Monero 51% attack

Host Jennifer Sanasie breaks down the latest news in the crypto industry as bitcoin surged past its previous record on Wednesday to above $124,000.Bitcoin surged past its previous record on Wednesday, rallying in tandem with U.S. equities as investors turn risk assets. The new high of $124,000 made bitcoin the fifth-largest asset by market cap across all assets, crossing Google's $2.4 trillion. Is bitcoin bigger than Google now? And, crypto exchange Bullish goes public on the New York Stock Exchange. CoinDesk's Jennifer Sanasie hosts “CoinDesk Daily.” Bullish is the owner of CoinDesk.-Midnight is introducing a novel approach to token distribution. The Midnight Glacier Drop is a multi-phase distribution of the NIGHT token, aimed at empowering a broad, diverse community to build the future of the Midnight network. Holders of ADA, BTC, ETH, SOL, XRP, BNB, AVAX and BAT are eligible to participate in the first phase.Help usher in the next generation of blockchain with rational privacy and cooperative tokenomics on the Midnight network. To learn more, visit midnight.gd and prepare for the Midnight Glacier Drop.-This episode was hosted by Jennifer Sanasie. “CoinDesk Daily” is produced by Jennifer Sanasie and edited by Victor Chen.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Steven Lubka explains "paper bitcoin summer" - how treasury companies use regulatory arbitrage to efficiently acquire Bitcoin through capital markets, creating leveraged Bitcoin exposure for investors who can't directly buy BTC.Steven Lubka, VP of Investor Relations at Nakamoto, joins us to talk about the "paper bitcoin summer" phenomenon, treasury companies as Bitcoin acquisition vehicles, regulatory arbitrage strategies, international market expansion, and why vibes matter in capital markets. We explore how companies like MicroStrategy pioneered leveraged Bitcoin strategies and what the future holds for Bitcoin financial institutions.Subscribe to the newsletter! https://newsletter.blockspacemedia.com**Notes:**• Treasury companies hold ~60k BTC outside MicroStrategy• MicroStrategy trades at 2x NAV premium currently• Bitcoin has multi-trillion dollar market cap• Preferred shares cost ~9-10% for these companies• MetaPlanet proved model works internationally• Galaxy sold 80k BTC recently absorbed by marketTimestamps:00:00 Start02:19 Paper Bitcoin Summer05:25 Treasury company bull case11:27 Why now?15:12 How many companies can do this?20:22 IPO vs SPAC22:45 Why BTC & not other commodities?26:01 Market liquidity29:01 Marketing as asset34:04 Vibes Capital Markets39:46 Paper Bitcoin Maxi45:57 Nakamoto's future50:34 Amanda & Branden53:17 Wrap up-

Host Jennifer Sanasie breaks down the latest news in the crypto industry as U.S. inflation data for July came in mixed.U.S. inflation data for July came in mixed, with headline numbers better than forecast, but the core rate rising faster than expected. How will the result affect the Fed's decision on interest rates in September? CoinDesk's Jennifer Sanasie hosts “CoinDesk Daily.”-Midnight is introducing a novel approach to token distribution. The Midnight Glacier Drop is a multi-phase distribution of the NIGHT token, aimed at empowering a broad, diverse community to build the future of the Midnight network. Holders of ADA, BTC, ETH, SOL, XRP, BNB, AVAX and BAT are eligible to participate in the first phase.Help usher in the next generation of blockchain with rational privacy and cooperative tokenomics on the Midnight network. To learn more, visit midnight.gd and prepare for the Midnight Glacier Drop.-This episode was hosted by Jennifer Sanasie. “CoinDesk Daily” is produced by Jennifer Sanasie and edited by Victor Chen.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Insights into the past, present and future of the crypto industry with Cathie Wood.Follow the podcast here.ARK Invest founder, CEO and CIO Cathie Wood joins "CoinDesk Spotlight" to explain how the rapid adoption of stablecoins is causing a shift in her famous $1.5 million bitcoin forecast. Plus, the personal journey that sparked her passion for economics, her unique investment philosophy, and the advice she would give to her younger self.This content should not be construed or relied upon as investment advice. It is for entertainment and general information purposes.-Midnight is introducing a novel approach to token distribution. The Midnight Glacier Drop is a multi-phase distribution of the NIGHT token, aimed at empowering a broad, diverse community to build the future of the Midnight network. Holders of ADA, BTC, ETH, SOL, XRP, BNB, AVAX and BAT are eligible to participate in the first phase.Help usher in the next generation of blockchain with rational privacy and cooperative tokenomics on the Midnight network. To learn more, visit midnight.gd and prepare for the Midnight Glacier Drop.-This episode was hosted by Jennifer Sanasie. “CoinDesk Spotlight” is produced by Sam Ewen, Jennifer Sanasie, Taylor Fleming and Victor Chen.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Oregon and Washington should be havens for bitcoin miners, but red tape and a lack of curtailment programs are holding the states back. Get the headlines that matter, right when they hit the wire: Join our Telegram group for market moving news on top Bitcoin equities like $MSTR, $MARA, $RIOT, $CLSK, and more: https://t.me/blockspacenewsWelcome back to The Mining Pod! Today, Beau Turner, the CEO and co-founder of Abundant Mines, joins us to talk about Pacific Northwest Bitcoin mining. Oregon and Washington have some of America's lowest power rates thanks to abundant hydropower, but there's less mining in the region than you might think. Beau explains the barriers keeping hashrate from the PNW, 9.9MW capacity limits, Oregon's burgeoning curtailment programs, AI competition for power, and how early miners "poisoned the well" in 2018.Subscribe to our newsletter! **Notes:**• Oregon industrial power: 6-8¢/kWh• Pacific NW has 200-500MW mining capacity• BPA limits sites to 9.9MW blocks• 100% bonus depreciation now available• Texas has several gigawatts vs PNWTimestamps00;00;00;00 Start00;03;28;00 Starting Abundant Mines00;08;59;09 Pacific Northwest Mining00;11;24;24 Why not more PNW mining?00;16;34;12 Industry prospects00;19;50;29 Smaller is better in PNW00;22;27;28 Hydro generation00;24;20;29 Cleanspark00;24;49;26 Oregon curtailment00;28;30;23 Power purchase agreements00;32;09;29 Bitcoin is for Everyone00;34;05;21 Changes since the halving00;36;44;25 Depreciating equipment00;41;57;05 ASIC prices00;46;20;21 Peak US hashrate?00;51;30;23 Wrap up

The latest price moves and insights with Rails co-founder and CEO Satraj Bambra.To get the show every week, follow the podcast here.Rails co-founder and CEO Satraj Bambra, who is also the managing partner and CIO at Round13 Capital DAF, joins CoinDesk with his bullish outlook on the performance of bitcoin and ether in the next few years. Plus, he explains the "Saylor Effect" following recent institutional adoption of ether and the subsequent price boosts. This content should not be construed or relied upon as investment advice. It is for entertainment and general information purposes.-Midnight is introducing a novel approach to token distribution. The Midnight Glacier Drop is a multi-phase distribution of the NIGHT token, aimed at empowering a broad, diverse community to build the future of the Midnight network. Holders of ADA, BTC, ETH, SOL, XRP, BNB, AVAX and BAT are eligible to participate in the first phase.Help usher in the next generation of blockchain with rational privacy and cooperative tokenomics on the Midnight network. To learn more, visit midnight.gd and prepare for the Midnight Glacier Drop.-This episode was hosted by Jennifer Sanasie.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Host Jennifer Sanasie breaks down the latest news in the crypto industry as ether rallies over the weekend.Ether's rally over the weekend sent the second largest crypto to over $4,300, dragging bitcoin along to the $120,000 level. Plus, Strategy buys more BTC on the 5-year anniversary of their bitcoin treasury strategy and Harvard discloses $116 million in BlackRock's iShares Bitcoin ETF. CoinDesk's Jennifer Sanasie hosts “CoinDesk Daily.”-Midnight is introducing a novel approach to token distribution. The Midnight Glacier Drop is a multi-phase distribution of the NIGHT token, aimed at empowering a broad, diverse community to build the future of the Midnight network. Holders of ADA, BTC, ETH, SOL, XRP, BNB, AVAX and BAT are eligible to participate in the first phase.Help usher in the next generation of blockchain with rational privacy and cooperative tokenomics on the Midnight network. To learn more, visit midnight.gd and prepare for the Midnight Glacier Drop.-This episode was hosted by Jennifer Sanasie. “CoinDesk Daily” is produced by Jennifer Sanasie and edited by Victor Chen.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Olivia Santarelli, Gemini's Head of Marketing, breaks down how innovative campaigns and visionary storytelling drive long-term growth, simplify crypto adoption and redefine the future of finance.Olivia Santarelli, Gemini's Head of Marketing, has been building Gemini's marketing strategy for six years, helping transform the exchange from a small team into a major crypto brand. In this conversation, she breaks down Gemini's approach to marketing, from Guinness World Record-breaking drone shows to their "Revolution Needs Rules" campaign that welcomed regulation when others feared it. Santarelli discusses how Gemini focuses on educating mainstream users through products like their Bitcoin rewards credit card, competes with traditional finance companies entering crypto and builds lasting brand value beyond the typical hype cycles that dominate the industry.Links mentioned from the podcast: Gemini Ad Campaign: Go Where Dollars Won'tOlivia'sTwitterGemini WebsiteWatch this episode on video:YouTubeCoinDeskFollow us on Twitter: Sam Ewen, CoinDeskFrom our sponsor:Midnight is a privacy-enhancing blockchain introducing vital, programmable privacy and selective disclosure capabilities. It means dApps can allow users to control what information is revealed without putting sensitive data on-chain, allowing you to break free from the limitation of choosing between utility or privacy. We deserve more when it comes to privacy. Experience the next generation of blockchain that is private and inclusive by design. Break free with Midnight, visit midnight.network/break-free.-"Gen C" features host Sam Ewen. Executive produced by Uyen Truong.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

CoinFund Founder and CEO Jake Brukhman joins CoinDesk's Jenn Sanasie to reflect on the 10th anniversary of his company and look ahead to what's next. He discusses why institutional adoption is now a reality and how the "app chain thesis" is shaping the future of finance. Plus, he explores the reality of institutional adoption, the evolution of decentralized governance, and what it will take to onboard the next wave of users.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Tornado Cash developer Roman Storm found guilty of operating unlicensed money transmitter. Meanwhile, Peter Thiel's fund raises $353M for surveillance-friendly stablecoin sidechain. Privacy devs criminalized while compliant chains get funded."Comply or Die" reality hitting crypto developers. Roman Storm of Tornado Cash was found guilty of operating an unlicensed money transmitter, while Samurai Wallet devs took plea deals. Meanwhile, Peter Thiel's Founders Fund raised $353M for Plasma - a fully compliant, surveillance-friendly stablecoin sidechain. We explore the stark contrast between privacy developers facing prison time and establishment players launching token sales with regulatory blessing.Subscribe to the newsletter! https://newsletter.blockspacemedia.com**Notes:**• Roman Storm faces up to 5 years in prison• Samurai devs face $6.3M in fines each• Plasma raised $353M in oversubscribed round• Only 10% of Plasma tokens for public sale• 25% token allocation goes to investors• Legal defense funds were crowdfundedTimestamps:00:00 Start00:20 Is Peter Theil the Antichrist?03:25 Tornadocash18:39 Peter Theil goes ICO baby!-

Bitcoin is back up, but is it ready for a new all-time high? With a price target of $150,000, Matt Mudano, Co-Founder and CEO of Arch Network, joins CoinDesk's Jenn Sanasie and Andy Baehr to explain how institutional inflows and a tightening supply could be the key to reaching that milestone. Plus, he shares how new technologies are making it easier for everyone—from institutional players to everyday users—to earn on their bitcoin holdings without even knowing they're using web3.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

A new executive order from President Trump is set to allow cryptocurrencies, private equity, and real estate in 401(k) retirement plans. What does this mean for BTC and your wallet? CoinDesk's Jennifer Sanasie hosts “CoinDesk Daily.”See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

No, China is not banning bitcoin mining again.Get the headlines that matter, right when they hit the wire: Join our Telegram group for market moving news on top Bitcoin equities like $MSTR, $MARA, $RIOT, $CLSK, and more: https://t.me/blockspacenewsWelcome back to The Mining Pod! Today, Will, Colin, and Matt touch on Bitcoin's hashrate hitting an all-time high of 972 EH/s, Trump's proposed 100% semiconductor tariffs, false Chinabitcoin mining ban rumors, MicroStrategy's 2.5x NAV share issuance rule, and tracking down a $3.5B mining pool heist (now worth $14.5B!) four years later.Subscribe to our newsletter! **Notes:**• Hash rate reaches 972 EH/s all-time high• 1.4% difficulty adjustment expected • Hash price at $58 per PH/day• 100% semiconductor tariff proposed• China controls 13-14% of network hash• $3.5B mining pool heist now worth $14.5BTimestamps:00:00 Start02:36 Difficulty Report by Luxor07:41 Tariffs... again13:59 No, China is not banning bitcoin mining again21:56 MSTR will no longer issue equity under 2.5x mNAV33:25 Cry Corner: Mining pool heist

Host Jennifer Sanasie breaks down the latest news in the crypto industry as the SEC clears liquid staking from securities law disclosures. The SEC said on Tuesday that participants in liquid staking, including depositors and providers, do not need to worry about securities law disclosures. What does this signal about the regulator's agenda for DeFi? CoinDesk's Jennifer Sanasie hosts “CoinDesk Daily.”-Midnight is introducing a novel approach to token distribution. The Midnight Glacier Drop is a multi-phase distribution of the NIGHT token, aimed at empowering a broad, diverse community to build the future of the Midnight network. Holders of ADA, BTC, ETH, SOL, XRP, BNB, AVAX and BAT are eligible to participate in the first phase.Help usher in the next generation of blockchain with rational privacy and cooperative tokenomics on the Midnight network. To learn more, visit midnight.gd and prepare for the Midnight Glacier Drop.-This episode was hosted by Jennifer Sanasie. “CoinDesk Daily” is produced by Jennifer Sanasie and edited by Victor Chen.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Matt Wraith, CTO of Bitnomial, breaks down Bitcoin futures markets, fork futures trading, and quantum computing risks. Deep dive into physical delivery, market mechanics, and how chain splits create unique trading opportunities.Matt Wraith, CTO of Bitnomial, joins us to talk about the intricate world of Bitcoin futures trading. From explaining physical delivery vs cash-settled futures to exploring the wild possibilities of fork futures markets, Matt breaks down complex market mechanics with real-world examples. We dive into how chain splits could be traded, the quantum computing threat to Bitcoin, and why having oil storage matters when futures go negative.Subscribe to the newsletter! https://newsletter.blockspacemedia.comNotes:- Bitnomial founded 2014, launched futures 2020- Oil futures went negative in March 2020- Bitcoin Cash hashrate flipped BTC post-fork- Quantum computer threat "5 years away for 30 years"- Physical delivery requires actual BTC transfer- Fork futures first appeared during SegWit debateTimestamps:00:00 Start01:09 Founding Bitnomial03:32 Regulatory changes05:16 CTO role06:09 Multiple hats07:29 Futures10:08 History of futures12:38 Physical delivery14:48 Storage costs17:25 Clearing house18:27 Cash settled21:22 Bitcoin futures history25:23 Forks & futures37:02 Assets on Bitcoin41:22 Restrictions on futures45:04 Black Swan pricing48:18 Quantum52:52 Presidio Bitcoin Quantum Conference55:36 Futures as governance-

Insights into the latest Litecoin treasury move with creator Charlie Lee and GSR Chief Strategy Officer Joshua Riezman.Litecoin is entering the corporate treasury world as Nasdaq-listed biotech firm MEI Pharma raised $100M to fund a Litecoin treasury strategy. Charlie Lee, creator of the altcoin, joins GSR Chief Strategy Officer Joshua Riezman to discuss the recent move and what's next on Litecoin's roadmap.-Midnight is introducing a novel approach to token distribution. The Midnight Glacier Drop is a multi-phase distribution of the NIGHT token, aimed at empowering a broad, diverse community to build the future of the Midnight network. Holders of ADA, BTC, ETH, SOL, XRP, BNB, AVAX and BAT are eligible to participate in the first phase.Help usher in the next generation of blockchain with rational privacy and cooperative tokenomics on the Midnight network. To learn more, visit midnight.gd and prepare for the Midnight Glacier Drop.-This episode was hosted by Jennifer Sanasie.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Host Jennifer Sanasie breaks down the latest news in the crypto industry as the spot bitcoin and ether ETFs bled millions.Bitcoin and ether prices have recouped a significant portion of last week's losses, but the latest ETF flows paint a different picture. Are the outflows a signal that institutional are not as optimistic anymore? Plus, the Base Network suffered its first downtime since 2023. CoinDesk's Jennifer Sanasie hosts “CoinDesk Daily.”-Midnight is introducing a novel approach to token distribution. The Midnight Glacier Drop is a multi-phase distribution of the NIGHT token, aimed at empowering a broad, diverse community to build the future of the Midnight network. Holders of ADA, BTC, ETH, SOL, XRP, BNB, AVAX and BAT are eligible to participate in the first phase.Help usher in the next generation of blockchain with rational privacy and cooperative tokenomics on the Midnight network. To learn more, visit midnight.gd and prepare for the Midnight Glacier Drop.-This episode was hosted by Jennifer Sanasie. “CoinDesk Daily” is produced by Jennifer Sanasie and edited by Victor Chen.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The BitAxe craze has sparked a whole new generation of pleb mining.Get the headlines that matter, right when they hit the wire: Join our Telegram group for market moving news on top Bitcoin equities like $MSTR, $MARA, $RIOT, $CLSK, and more: https://t.me/blockspacenewsWelcome back to The Mining Pod! Today, Nolan and Donny join us to talk about the BitAxe pleb mining revolution, home mining setups, BitAxe device modifications, the lottery aspect of solo mining, heating applications, and why these small miners are becoming the best educational tool for understanding Bitcoin mining from the ground up.Subscribe to our newsletter! **Notes:**• Gamma miners run at 1.2 TH/s using 15-20W• Nerd QX++ delivers 4.8 TH/s stock performance• BitAxe costs under $100 per terahash• One in 260 million daily block chanceTimestamps:00:00 Start03:07 Nolan background05:35 BX Gamma miner07:10 Donny background11:15 Typical pleb miners19:26 Reasons for mining23:06 Cleanspark23:35 Heating Texas apartment28:09 Personal mining setups29:28 NerdQ Axe ++ (modification)45:41 Hardware talk55:35 Efficiency improvements57:27 Parasite Pool1:00:51 Wrap up

The latest price moves and insights with 10x Research founder Markus Thielen.To get the show every week, follow the podcast here.10x Research founder Markus Thielen joins CoinDesk with his outlook for the crypto markets and a comparatively bearish price target for bitcoin at $142,000 by the end of this year. Plus, the hidden catalyst for BTC and the current divergence between Ether's price and its on-chain fundamentals.This content should not be construed or relied upon as investment advice. It is for entertainment and general information purposes.-Midnight is introducing a novel approach to token distribution. The Midnight Glacier Drop is a multi-phase distribution of the NIGHT token, aimed at empowering a broad, diverse community to build the future of the Midnight network. Holders of ADA, BTC, ETH, SOL, XRP, BNB, AVAX and BAT are eligible to participate in the first phase.Help usher in the next generation of blockchain with rational privacy and cooperative tokenomics on the Midnight network. To learn more, visit midnight.gd and prepare for the Midnight Glacier Drop.-This episode was hosted by Jennifer Sanasie.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Host Jennifer Sanasie breaks down the latest news in the crypto industry as Base has surpassed Solana in daily token introductions.Base has surpassed Solana in daily token introductions, launching 54,341 on July 27, more than double Solana's 25,460, according to Dune Analytics. Plus, French lawmakers look into bitcoin mining with surplus nuclear energy and the disappearing Satoshi statue in Lugano. CoinDesk's Jennifer Sanasie hosts “CoinDesk Daily.”-Midnight is introducing a novel approach to token distribution. The Midnight Glacier Drop is a multi-phase distribution of the NIGHT token, aimed at empowering a broad, diverse community to build the future of the Midnight network. Holders of ADA, BTC, ETH, SOL, XRP, BNB, AVAX and BAT are eligible to participate in the first phase.Help usher in the next generation of blockchain with rational privacy and cooperative tokenomics on the Midnight network. To learn more, visit midnight.gd and prepare for the Midnight Glacier Drop.-This episode was hosted by Jennifer Sanasie. “CoinDesk Daily” is produced by Jennifer Sanasie and edited by Victor Chen.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Frank Mong of Helium reveals how blockchain-powered hotspots and shared infrastructure are disrupting traditional telecom to build a decentralized, user-owned wireless network.In this episode of Gen C, Frank Mong, COO of Helium, unpacks how blockchain, crypto incentives and shared infrastructure are transforming global connectivity. From early IoT use cases and crypto hotspots to major telco partnerships, Helium is decentralizing the internet one user owned network at a time. Their approach is creating an open, affordable and community-driven wireless network that puts power back in users hands.Links mentioned from the podcast: Frank's TwitterHelium WebsiteWatch this episode on video:YouTubeCoinDeskFollow us on Twitter: Sam Ewen, CoinDeskFrom our sponsor:Midnight is a privacy-enhancing blockchain introducing vital, programmable privacy and selective disclosure capabilities. It means dApps can allow users to control what information is revealed without putting sensitive data on-chain, allowing you to break free from the limitation of choosing between utility or privacy. We deserve more when it comes to privacy. Experience the next generation of blockchain that is private and inclusive by design. Break free with Midnight, visit midnight.network/break-free.-"Gen C" features host Sam Ewen. Executive produced by Uyen Truong.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Charlie & Colin expose how Bitcoin treasury companies mirror 1929 investment trusts, creating overleveraged positions that could trigger the next bear market through forced selling and debt spirals.Charlie and Colin dive deep into the dangerous parallels between today's Bitcoin treasury companies and the 1929 investment trust bubble. They analyze how companies like MicroStrategy use convertible debt to accumulate Bitcoin, why this creates systemic risk, and how forced selling could trigger a catastrophic unwind. From Ponzi-like dividend structures to the speculative attack strategy, they break down why this leverage-fueled boom might end badly.Subscribe to the newsletter! https://newsletter.blockspacemedia.com**NOTES:**• 98 companies raised $86B in 8 weeks for crypto• MicroStrategy needs $300-400M annually for dividends• Q1 revenue only $111M vs dividend obligations• Public entities hold ~900K Bitcoin total• Investment trusts grew 11x from 1927-1929• 1929 trusts were 1/3 of all capital issuanceTimestamps:00:00 Start02:30 Lessons from 192907:22 Trusts vs BTC treasury companies12:50 Shorting MSTR20:51 Hear me out.. companies that make profits24:34 Don't say the P word!-

The latest price moves and insights with Fundstrat Capital Co-Founder and CIO Tom Lee.To get the show every week, follow the podcast here.Tom Lee, Fundstrat Capital Co-Founder and CIO and BitMine Chairman, is back on CoinDesk to revisit and unveil his latest price predictions including a bold $200K-250K target for BTC. He also unpacks the "most hated V-shape bounce in history" and reveals what's fueling Ethereum's rally.This content should not be construed or relied upon as investment advice. It is for entertainment and general information purposes.-Midnight is a privacy-enhancing blockchain introducing vital, programmable privacy and selective disclosure capabilities.It means DApps can allow users to control what information is revealed without putting sensitive data on-chain, allowing you to break free from the limitation of choosing between utility or privacy.We deserve more when it comes to privacy. Experience the next generation of blockchain that is private and inclusive by design. Break free with Midnight, visit midnight.network/break-free-This episode was hosted by Jennifer Sanasie.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Host Jennifer Sanasie breaks down the latest news in the crypto industry as Strategy reported Q2 net income of $10 billion.Strategy reported Q2 earnings of $32.60 per share, boosted by $14 billion in gains thanks to bitcoin's price rise during the three-month period. Plus, SEC Chairman Paul Atkins announced "Project Crypto" to modernize securities rules for crypto assets. CoinDesk's Jennifer Sanasie hosts “CoinDesk Daily.”-Midnight is a privacy-enhancing blockchain introducing vital, programmable privacy and selective disclosure capabilities.It means DApps can allow users to control what information is revealed without putting sensitive data on-chain, allowing you to break free from the limitation of choosing between utility or privacy.We deserve more when it comes to privacy. Experience the next generation of blockchain that is private and inclusive by design. Break free with Midnight, visit midnight.network/break-free-This episode was hosted by Jennifer Sanasie. “CoinDesk Daily” is produced by Jennifer Sanasie and edited by Victor Chen.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

MARA beat expectations for Q2, the SEC approves in-kind BTC ETFs, and Bitmain is shipping more raw materials to the U.S.Get the headlines that matter, right when they hit the wire: Join our Telegram group for market moving news on top Bitcoin equities like $MSTR, $MARA, $RIOT, $CLSK, and more: https://t.me/blockspacenewsWelcome back to The Mining Pod! Today, Colin and Matt dive into Mara's Q2 earnings, the SEC's approval of in-kind Bitcoin ETF redemptions, Bitmain onshoring manufacturing to the US, and JPMorgan's prediction that pure play miners will outperform HPC hybrids as the field becomes oversaturated with AI pivots.Subscribe to our newsletter! **Notes:**• Mara revenue up 12% to $238.5M in Q2• Bitcoin at $118k with hash rate at 900 EH/s• Hash price around $58.70/PH/day• Fees represent only 1% of block subsidy• Bitmain shipped 187 tons of parts to US• SEC approves in-kind BTC ETFsTimestamps:00:00 Start02:24 Difficulty Report by Luxor06:21 MARA Q2 earnings call14:29 Cleanspark15:01 SEC in-kind Bitcoin ETF approval20:43 Bitmain is shipping in Antminer parts to the US28:30 Pure-play miners to outperform as HPC hybrids

Host Jennifer Sanasie breaks down the latest news in the crypto industry as JPMorgan partners with Coinbase for crypto purchase.JPMorgan and Coinbase are working together to make it easier for bank customers to buy crypto. The partnership will allow customers of the Wall Street giant to directly connect their bank accounts to Coinbase, redeem Ultimate Rewards points for USDC, and use credit cards to fund crypto purchases. CoinDesk's Jennifer Sanasie hosts “CoinDesk Daily.”-Midnight is a privacy-enhancing blockchain introducing vital, programmable privacy and selective disclosure capabilities.It means DApps can allow users to control what information is revealed without putting sensitive data on-chain, allowing you to break free from the limitation of choosing between utility or privacy.We deserve more when it comes to privacy. Experience the next generation of blockchain that is private and inclusive by design. Break free with Midnight, visit midnight.network/break-free-This episode was hosted by Jennifer Sanasie. “CoinDesk Daily” is produced by Jennifer Sanasie and edited by Victor Chen.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Host Jennifer Sanasie breaks down the latest news in the crypto industry as the SEC has approved the use of in-kind creation and redemption processes for all spot Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs.The SEC has approved the use of in-kind creation and redemption processes for all spot Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs. This marks the SEC's first major crypto-friendly policy move since the agency's new leadership under Paul Atkins. CoinDesk's Jennifer Sanasie hosts “CoinDesk Daily.”-Midnight is a privacy-enhancing blockchain introducing vital, programmable privacy and selective disclosure capabilities.It means DApps can allow users to control what information is revealed without putting sensitive data on-chain, allowing you to break free from the limitation of choosing between utility or privacy.We deserve more when it comes to privacy. Experience the next generation of blockchain that is private and inclusive by design. Break free with Midnight, visit midnight.network/break-free-This episode was hosted by Jennifer Sanasie. “CoinDesk Daily” is produced by Jennifer Sanasie and edited by Victor Chen.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.