The Crypto Rundown

In this episode of The Crypto Rundown, host Mark Longo introduces the latest updates from The Options Insider Radio Network. Special guest Bill Ulivieri from Cenacle Capital Management joins to discuss his successful trades, the current state of the Bitcoin market, and his cautious approach towards recent aggressive market activities. The episode also delves into the volatility and skew in various crypto markets, focusing on Bitcoin and Ethereum's recent performances. The duo explores the implications of traditional financial institutions like Visa integrating blockchain technology, bringing attention to the Block V token (ticker VEE). Discussions extend to altcoins like Solana, which has shown a significant rally, and XRP, which has seen favorable movement, especially to the delight of Ulivieri's wife. The episode wraps up with insights into options trading in crypto markets and notable moves in other altcoins such as Doge, Litecoin, and Polkadot.   01:05 Welcome to the Crypto Rundown 02:23 Diving into Crypto Derivatives 04:00 Special Guest: Bill Ulivieri from Cenacle Capital Management 04:51 Bitcoin Breakdown: Market Trends and Analysis 09:18 Exploring Bitcoin Volatility and Skew 18:27 Altcoin Universe: Beyond Bitcoin 20:16 Ethereum's Market Performance 21:47 Volatility and Skew Analysis 23:22 Ethereum's Future and Competitors 26:17 Solana's Rapid Growth 29:01 XRP and Other Altcoins 31:04 Visa's Blockchain Integration 34:37 Conclusion and Final Thoughts  

This episode of the Crypto Rundown from the Options Insider Radio Network, hosted by Mark Longo, provides listeners with an in-depth analysis of recent trends and trading activity within the crypto derivatives markets. Key highlights include bitcoin and ETH performance metrics, volatility statistics, and shifts in market sentiment. The program is brought to you by Amberdata, which offers insights and data for digital asset trading and compliance. The episode notes a somber farewell to Alex 'the Viceroy' Jacobson, a respected figure in the options community. Upcoming content from the Options Industry Conference is also previewed.   01:05 Welcome to the Crypto Rundown 03:24 Bitcoin Breakdown 05:08 Exploring the Altcoin Universe 08:45 Conclusion and Upcoming Content  

In this episode of The Crypto Rundown, Mark Longo and Greg Magadini from Amberdata provide an in-depth analysis of the latest trends and developments in the crypto derivatives markets. They explore the resurgence in Bitcoin's valuation amidst equity market downturns and discuss the shift in Bitcoin's perceived correlation to risk assets versus digital gold. The episode also examines options trading data and volatility indices for Bitcoin, Ethereum, and other altcoins like Solana and XRP. Notably, there's an extensive discussion on Solana's rising interest, especially with its futures and ETFs, and the impact of call selling on its options market. Additionally, the hosts highlight strategies for trading options in these volatile markets and provide insights into long-term setups.    01:05 Welcome to the Crypto Rundown 04:06 Bitcoin Breakdown: Market Trends and Analysis 09:51 Exploring Bitcoin Volatility and Skew 16:42 Deep Dive into IBIT and BITO 21:47 MSTU: The Leveraged Play on Bitcoin 24:08 Understanding Volatility in Crypto Markets 24:27 Exploring MSTR and MSTU Trading Strategies 24:44 Diving into Long-Dated Contracts 25:04 Introduction to the Altcoin Universe 25:27 Top 10 Cryptocurrencies by Market Cap 27:11 Ethereum's Performance and Trading Opportunities 35:25 Solana's Resurgence and Trading Insights 40:49 XRP and Other Altcoins Update 43:25 Bitcoin as Digital Gold 43:59 Final Thoughts and Where to Find More Information  

In this episode, host Mark Longo talks with Mitja Goroshevsky, CEO at GOSH and creator of the new Acki Nacki blockchain protocol. Mitja discusses his background in the crypto industry, the creation and unique features of the Acki Nacki protocol, including its speed, security, and scalability. The episode also covers the recent volatility and trends in major crypto assets including Bitcoin, ETH, Solana, and more. Additionally, it provides insights into the implications of the current market environment for new protocols like Acki Nacki. Mitja also shares upcoming events related to the Acki Nacki launch, including a tournament with substantial prizes.   01:05 Welcome to the Crypto Rundown 04:06 Guest Interview: Mitja Goroshevsky on the Acki Nacki Protocol 22:10 Exploring the Bitcoin Breakdown 28:14 Altcoin Universe and Market Trends 33:01 Conclusion and Upcoming Events  

This episode hosted by Mark Longo dives into the latest developments in the crypto derivatives markets. The episode features a breakdown of current trading activity and trends, with a specific focus on Bitcoin and Ethereum's performance amid market volatility. Special guest Bill Ulivieri from Cenacle Capital Management joins the discussion, offering insights into his custom MSTR options strategy and thoughts on various altcoins such as Dogecoin, DigiByte, and Stellar Lumens. The episode also highlights the performance of options on popular crypto-related funds, including IBIT and BITO and explores how market conditions and volatility are impacting trading strategies.   01:05 Welcome to the Crypto Rundown 02:37 Diving into the Crypto Waters 04:07 Bitcoin Breakdown: Market Analysis 04:46 Traditional Assets vs. Crypto 08:00 Bitcoin's Market Behavior 13:05 Exploring Bitcoin Volatility and Skew 17:08 Trading Strategies and Insights 23:08 Analyzing Recent Trades and Strategies 24:22 Explaining the Custom MSTR Strategy 27:39 Exploring the Altcoin Universe 27:58 Market Cap and Performance Analysis 31:04 Ethereum's Performance and Future Outlook 35:11 Altcoin Highlights and Trends 40:45 Concluding Thoughts and Contact Information  

In this episode of The Crypto Rundown, host Mark Longo welcomes back Greg King, founder and CEO of Rex Shares and Osprey Funds, to discuss the latest trends and developments in the world of crypto derivatives and ETFs. Key topics include the explosion of cryptocurrencies and digital assets, the specific focus on leveraged products like MSTU and BMAX, and their role in the crypto investment landscape. The discussion also touches on the performance and volatility of major cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin and Ether, the importance of a strategic crypto reserve, and the impact of new regulatory developments. Greg also shares insights into the creation and success of their leveraged crypto ETFs, including the recent launch of the Bitcoin Corporate Treasury Convertible Bond ETF (BMAX). 00:00 Introduction to Options Insider Radio Network 01:05 Welcome to the Crypto Rundown 01:39 Introduction to Amber Data 02:23 Diving into Crypto Derivatives 04:16 Crypto Hot Seat: Interview with Greg King 06:14 Greg King's Insights on Crypto and Leveraged Products 10:56 Discussion on Bitcoin and Crypto Market Trends 16:46 Strategic Crypto Reserve Debate 19:16 Introduction to Bitcoin Corporate Treasury Convertible Bond ETF 22:19 Michael Saylor's Strategy and Fund Launch 22:41 Investor Interest and Future Plans 23:29 Exploring Rex Shares and Osprey Funds 25:02 Bitcoin Breakdown: Market Trends and Volatility 32:29 Altcoin Universe: Market Cap and Performance 38:17 Concluding Remarks and Upcoming Shows  

In this episode of the Crypto Rundown, host Mark Longo is joined by Tony Saliba, CEO of Liquid Mercury. The conversation delves into innovative projects such as the tokenization of investible wine facilitated by Liquid Mercury's technology. They also discuss the advantages of tokenization in finance, the dramatic rally in Bitcoin post-election, and the current state of Ethereum. Additionally, the episode covers the rise of crypto derivatives like IBIT and the implications of creating a strategic crypto reserve. Listeners are encouraged to explore the utility token MERC for further benefits.   01:05 Welcome to The Crypto Rundown 01:39 Introducing Amberdata 03:31 Crypto Hot Seat: Tony Saliba 05:29 Exploring Liquid Mercury and Tokenized Wine 17:58 The Future of Tokenization 24:01 Bitcoin Breakdown 27:03 Bitcoin's Limited Supply and Strategic Reserves 28:03 Market Reactions to Crypto Reserve Plans 28:50 Debate on the Need for a Strategic Crypto Reserve 31:18 Bitcoin Volatility and Market Data Insights 33:03 Crypto Derivatives and the Rise of IBIT 38:10 Exploring the Altcoin Universe 39:43 Ethereum's Struggles and Market Sentiment 43:57 Altcoin Performance and Market Trends 46:14 Final Thoughts and Where to Learn More  

This episode of the Crypto Rundown explores the latest trends, activities, and developments in the crypto derivatives markets. Hosted by Mark Longo and featuring guest Greg Magadini, Director of Derivatives at Amber Data, the show covers a broad spectrum of topics including the ongoing volatility in key cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin and Ethereum, the growing interest and trading volumes in IBIT, and the launch of Solana futures by CME. The discussion also delves into the opportunities present in Bitcoin and Ethereum skews, risk reversals, and trading strategies, while highlighting the recent performance of various altcoins. Key insights are shared about the potential future trends and the intriguing 'wildcards' within the crypto market, such as Solana. The show also offers resources for accessing comprehensive market data through Amberdata's free newsletter, enhancing the listeners' ability to navigate and leverage the evolving crypto ecosystem.   01:24 Welcome to the Crypto Rundown 03:57 Special Guest: Greg Magadini from Amberdata 04:44 Bitcoin Breakdown: Market Trends and Analysis 09:42 Exploring Bitcoin Volatility and Skew 15:51 iBit: The Rising Star in Crypto Options 24:13 Exploring MSTU: A Degenerate Product 26:43 Diving into the Altcoin Universe 28:58 ETH's Struggles and Market Trends 35:27 Solana's Wild Ride 38:15 Altcoin Market Overview 42:58 Concluding Thoughts and Future Insights  

In this episode of the Crypto Rundown, Mark Longo and guest Mr. Bill Ulivieri from Cenacle Capital dive into the latest developments in the ever-volatile world of crypto. They discuss the wild trading activity of Bitcoin and altcoins like Ethereum, Solana, and XRP, particularly in light of recent news about a U.S. strategic crypto reserve. Discussions also cover the performance and strategic roles of various cryptocurrencies in both individual and institutional portfolios.    01:23 Welcome to the Crypto Rundown 03:37 Guest Introduction: Mr. Bill Returns 04:21 Bitcoin Breakdown: Market Trends and Analysis 06:32 Strategic Crypto Reserve: Market Reactions 15:04 Bitcoin Volatility and Skew Analysis 26:06 Altcoin Universe: Beyond Bitcoin 27:21 Crypto Market Overview 27:32 Top 10 Cryptocurrencies This Week 28:50 Strategic Reserve and Altcoins 31:46 ETH's Wild Ride 32:34 Volatility and Skew Analysis 36:31 Altcoin Performance Review 43:05 Crypto Questions and Poll Results 45:40 Future of Crypto and Final Thoughts  

Guest Host: Greg Magadini, Amberdata On this episode we discuss: The crypto markets over the past week Bitcoin and Ether volatility, skew, major options positioning Solana, MSTU, MSTR and much more...

Crypto Hot Seat: Boris Ilyevsky, Head of Coinbase Derivatives Exchange Discussion includes: What is the Coinbase Derivatives Exchange How can US bitcoin derivatives traders trade on the exchange What can US bitcoin derivatives traders trade on the exchange Thoughts on IBIT And much more

Guest Host: Greg Magadini, Amberdata On this episode we discuss: The crypto markets over the past week Bitcoin and Ether volatility, skew, major options positioning Altcoins, IBIT options, MSTU, AERO and much more...

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On this episode we analyze the latest developments in Bitcoin and Ethereum: Volatility Skew Open Interest Unusual activity We also look at IBIT, MSTU, MARA, alt coins such as Solana, and much more.

On this episode we analyze the latest developments in Bitcoin and Ethereum: Volatility Skew Open Interest Unusual activity We also look at other alt coins and much more.

Guest Host: Greg Magadini, Amberdata On this episode we discuss: The crypto markets over the past week Bitcoin and Ether volatility, skew, major options positioning Whether it is time for a strategic bitcoin reserve What the heck is going on with MSTU Altcoins and much more...

Guest Host: Greg Magadini, Amberdata On this episode we discuss: The crypto markets over the past week Bitcoin and Ether volatility, skew, major options positioning How crypto volatility reacted when we hit the big $100K milestone in bitcoin last week Altcoins, IBIT options, and much more...

Co-Host: Bill Ulivieri, Cenacle Capital On this episode we discuss: The crypto markets over the past week Bitcoin and Ether volatility, skew, major options positioning Altcoin volatility and skew All the advisors buying MSTR as a way to buy bitcoin without buying bitcoin MARA lighting up the tree again Whether Ethereum has become boring And much more...

Guest Host: Greg Magadini, Amberdata On this episode we discuss: The crypto markets over the past week Bitcoin and Ether volatility, skew, major options positioning IBIT options volume out of the gate Cboe launch of the first cash-settled options product related to Spot Bitcoin Why Ethereum is lagging behind in the crypto rally and whether you should switch to Bitcoin or Solana  And much more...

Guest Host: Greg Magadini, Amberdata On this episode we discuss: The crypto markets over the past week Bitcoin and Ether volatility, skew, major options positioning MSTU is a product for crypto degenerates Whether MARA merits a nearly 2x volatility premium to bitcoin The fundamental story hurting Ethereum Why Solana is eating Ethereum's lunch right now Whether Ethereum or Solana does mor upside over the coming year The XRP rally  And much more...

Guest Host: Greg Magadini, Amberdata On this episode we discuss: The crypto markets over the past week Bitcoin and Ether volatility, skew, major options positioning Why crypto enthusiasm soars with a Trump presidency Bitcoin vol, micro strategy vol, and we take a deep dive into MSTU  And much more...

Crypto Hot Seat: Evgeny Lyandres, founder & CEO of VirtuSwap Discussion includes: What VirtuSwap does Thoughts on consolidation of DEXs Aggregating liquidity across chains  And much more Bitcoin Breakdown and Altcoin Universe We analyze the latest developments in Bitcoin and Ether in: Volatility Skew Open Interest Unusual activity We also look at other alt coins and much more.

Crypto Hot Seat: Mike Venuto, Tidal Financial Group Discussion includes: What Tidal Financial Group does Thoughts on Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs Why it took so long for options approval on those ETFs When we can expect to see options on the ETFs listed The massive growth of options-oriented crypto ETFs Comments on crypto and the election And much more Bitcoin Breakdown and Altcoin Universe We analyze the latest developments in Bitcoin and Ether in: Volatility Skew Open Interest Unusual activity We also look at other alt coins and much more.

On this episode we analyze the latest developments in Bitcoin and Ethereum: Volatility Skew Open Interest Unusual activity We also look at other alt coins and much more.

Co-Host: Bill Ulivieri, Cenacle Capital On this episode we discuss: The crypto markets over the past week Bitcoin and Ether volatility, skew, major options positioning Altcoin volatility and skew SPX skew levels vs. Bitcoin and Ethereum SUI - an emerging player in the crypto landscape And much more...

Guest Host: Greg Magadini, Amberdata On this episode we discuss: The crypto markets over the past week Bitcoin and Ether volatility, skew, major options positioning The SEC's approval of options on IBIT. What does this really mean for the crypto market going forward and why should you care? Will the IBIT options become the new GLD options for crypto traders? Ethereum actually having more sensitivity to the election than bitcoin. And much more...

Crypto Hot Seat: Scott Acheychek, REX Financial Discussion includes: What does the the approval of options on IBIT mean for the crypto and options markets going forward What is Rex Shares bringing to the crypto options space - new products Thoughts on the crypto derivatives market And much more Bitcoin Breakdown and Altcoin Universe We analyze the latest developments in Bitcoin and Ether in: Volatility Skew Open Interest Unusual activity We also look at other alt coins and much more.

On this episode we analyze the latest developments in Bitcoin and Ethereum: Volatility Skew Open Interest Unusual activity We also look at other alt coins, talk about the Fed, and much more.

Guest Host: Greg Magadini, Amberdata On this episode we discuss: The crypto markets over the past week Bitcoin and Ether volatility, skew, major options positioning How is election volatility impacting the crypto markets Is bitcoin really just another tech stock from a correlation perspective Breaking down the wild options action in BITO, BITX, and MARA And much more...

Co-Host: Bill Ulivieri, Cenacle Capital On this episode we discuss: The crypto markets over the past week Bitcoin and Ether volatility, skew, major options positioning Altcoin volatility and skew Lack of growth in bitcoin over the past few years Bitcoin vs. Gold And much more...

Crypto Hot Seat: Kristen Mierzwa, Head of Digital Assets - FTSE Russell Discussion includes: What is FTSE Russell bringing to the crypto options space Discussing the new Eurex launch of futures & options on the FTSE Ethereum Index   Talking about the expanded collaboration between FTSE Russell and Cboe to develop new crypto derivatives products Thoughts on the crypto derivatives market And much more Bitcoin Breakdown and Altcoin Universe We analyze the latest developments in Bitcoin and Ether in: Volatility Skew Open Interest Unusual activity We also look at other alt coins and much more.

Crypto Hot Seat: Darius Tabatabai, CEO and Co-Founder - Vertex Protocol Discussion includes: What is Vertex What catalyst led to Darius entering the crypto industry Thoughts on the crypto derivatives market and ETH ETFs And much more Bitcoin Breakdown and Altcoin Universe We analyze the latest developments in Bitcoin and Ether in: Volatility Skew Open Interest Unusual activity We also look at other alt coins and much more.

On this episode we analyze the latest developments in Bitcoin and Ethereum: Volatility Skew Open Interest Unusual activity We also look at other alt coins and much more.

On this episode we analyze the latest developments in Bitcoin and Ethereum: Volatility Skew Open Interest Unusual activity We also look at other alt coins, MARA, ETH ETFs, and much more.

Guest Host: Greg Magadini, Amberdata On this episode we discuss: The crypto markets over the past week Bitcoin and Ether volatility, skew, major options positioning All the explosive upside action in Bitcoin, Ethereum, Solana, MARA, more And much more...

Co-Host: Bill Ulivieri, Cenacle Capital On this episode we discuss: The crypto markets over the past week Bitcoin and Ether volatility, skew, major options positioning Altcoin volatility and skew Opportunities in Coinbase And much more...

On this episode we analyze the latest developments in Bitcoin and Ethereum: Volatility Skew Open Interest Unusual activity We also look at other alt coins and much more.

Crypto Hot Seat: James Butterfill, Head of Research - CoinShares Discussion includes: What is CoinShares When did you acquire Valkyrie Funds What assets can you trade in the Valkyrie Funds (WGMI, BRRR, BTF, BTFX) Thoughts on the upcoming ETH options Views on bitcoin correlation And much more Bitcoin Breakdown and Altcoin Universe We analyze the latest developments in Bitcoin and Ether in: Volatility Skew Open Interest Unusual activity We also look at other alt coins and much more.

Co-Host: Bill Ulivieri, Cenacle Capital On this episode we discuss: The crypto markets over the past week Bitcoin and Ether volatility, skew, major options positioning Could there be hidden opportunities in ETH Altcoin volatility and skew And much more...

Guest Host: Greg Magadini, Amberdata On this episode we discuss: The crypto markets over the past week AmberLens, Amberdata's institutional market intelligence platform Volatility drift BITX  The Great ETH Fade Bitcoin and Ether volatility, skew, major options positioning All the explosive upside action in Bitcoin, Ethereum, Solana, more The mysterious doge sharpe ratio And much more...

On this episode we analyze the latest developments in Bitcoin and Ether: Volatility Skew Open Interest Unusual activity We also look at other alt coins including MARA, we discuss whether options on the bitcoin ETFs will be approved this year, and much more.

Co-Host: Bill Ulivieri, Cenacle Capital On this episode we discuss: The crypto markets over the past week Is crypto the last bastion for volatility in these markets Bitcoin and Ether volatility, skew, major options positioning Altcoin volatility and skew Why Bill loves toncoin Crypto correlated to nat gas, gold Solana blockchain Will the new bitcoin etfs options be approved this year And much more...

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On this episode we analyze the latest developments in Bitcoin and Ethereum: Volatility Skew Open Interest Unusual activity We also look at other alt coins and much more.

Crypto Hot Seat: Matt Williams - Head of Derivatives, Luxor Technology Discussion includes: What is Luxor Technology What are Hashrate derivatives Are Hashrate derivatives the next big thing in crypto What is Hashprice How is the halving impacting the Hashrate derivatives market Do miners prefer physical or cash settlement Any new products or services forthcoming And much more Bitcoin Breakdown and Altcoin Universe We analyze the latest developments in Bitcoin and Ether in: Volatility Skew Open Interest Unusual activity We also look at other alt coins and much more.

Guest Host: Greg Magadini, Amberdata On this episode we discuss: The crypto markets over the past week Bitcoin and Ether volatility, skew, major options positioning All the explosive upside action in Bitcoin, Ethereum, Solana, more How the price of Bitcoin can plummet and volatility can actually go down What is going on in Toncoin (TON) They are cutting Solana off at the knees this week And much more...

Guest Host: Greg Magadini, Amberdata On this episode we discuss: The crypto markets over the past week Bitcoin and Ether volatility, skew, major options positioning All the explosive upside action in Bitcoin, Ethereum, Solana, more Surge in Toncoin (TON) And much more...

On this episode we analyze the latest developments in Bitcoin and Ether: Volatility Skew Open Interest Unusual activity We also look at other alt coins and much more.

Co-Host: Bill Ulivieri, Cenacle Capital On this episode we discuss: The crypto markets over the past week Bitcoin and Ether volatility, skew, major options positioning Altcoin volatility and skew Grayscale Ethereum Trust ETH Classic Discounts and Secretive SOL Sales And much more...

Guest Host: Greg Magadini, Amberdata On this episode we discuss: The crypto markets over the past week Bitcoin and Ether volatility, skew, major options positioning All the explosive upside action in Bitcoin, Ethereum, Solana, more Surge in Microstrategy Stock (MSTR) And much more...