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Crypto News: Cynthia Lummis exposes Elizabeth Warren's Clarity Act and Crypto lies as President Trump reviews ethics updates in the Clarity Act bill. $40 million worth of Bitcoin stolen after 500 'Coldcard' hardware wallets were hacked.

Cody Carbone, CEO of The Digital Chamber, joined us to discuss the latest CLARITY Act timeline and the ongoing negotiations over the bill's ethics provisions.Topics: - Clarity Act ethics - will President Trump approve? - Will the Senate vote on the Bill next week? - Can the Bill make it to the House for a vote? - Suing Illinois over their Digital Tax Bill 

Crypto News: Democrats and the Banks continue to work on Clarity Act compromises. Fed leaves rates unchanged and Bitcoin chops sideways. BNY targets $8.6 trillion transfer agency market on blockchain rails.

Cory Klippsten is the CEO of Swan Bitcoin, the promoter and former adviser of the Sequans BTC treasury, and also a big advocate for bitcoin-only maximalism. In this episode, we catch up on what's been going on over the last year in Bitcoin. Time stamps: 00:01:59 – The challenges and failures of leveraged Bitcoin equity strategies in the U.S., referencing companies like Sequans, Strike, and Strategy. 00:04:48 – Swan and the relaunch of "Bitcoin Cafe," a daily show that started on Clubhouse and later moved to Twitter. 00:05:48 – Cory introduces his new framework for understanding Bitcoin adoption, inspired by recent government actions, and frames it as a generational fight for monetary independence and freedom. 00:10:41 – Cory outlines Swan's mission to promote Bitcoin adoption and self-custody, highlighting their "50 Days for Freedom" campaign with reduced fees to encourage participation. 00:14:39 – Cory shares stories from his grandfather's WWII journal, drawing parallels between maintaining calm and responsibility during wartime and navigating challenging times in Bitcoin. 00:18:56 – Cory responds to a viewer's question about his compensation for advising Sequans, disclosing that he received stock options and a small cash retainer. 00:22:09 – August 2026 Bitcoin hard forks & their economic impact. 00:29:25 – Cory explains his perspective on Bitcoin's adoption, describing it as progressing through three sequential S-curves: store of value, medium of exchange, and unit of account. 00:30:33 – Cory voices skepticism about the new Bitcoin Development Consortium, particularly regarding the proposal to freeze Satoshi's coins as part of their funding approach. 00:35:51 – The conversation addresses the increasing corporate and crypto-focused sponsorship of Bitcoin conferences, using the Las Vegas event as an example of this shift. 00:43:21 – Cory reflects on the evolution of Bitcoin content creation, contrasting the high-signal era of 2018 with today's prevalence of AI-generated, lower-quality material. 01:02:51 – Cory explains Swan's business model, emphasizing the separation of brokerage and custody to promote self-custody and ensure alignment with user interests. 01:09:26 – Cory discusses Swan's ongoing educational initiatives, including the Swan Canon learning modules and the release of the "Bitcoin Season" documentary.

For episode 261 of the Crypto Altruists podcast, we have a special solo episode in store where we explore why the United Nations is going all in on blockchain and cryptocurrency, highlighting some of their most exciting projects from agencies like UNICEF, The World Food Program, The UNDP, and the UNHCR, that are leveraging web3 tools to drive humanitarian impact.We walk through why the UN has embraced blockchain and cryptocurrency, the real-world impact they're having on millions of people around the world, and what other NGOs, nonprofits, changemakers, or activists can take from this, and why they should consider exploring web3 use cases for their organizations.In today's discussion, you'll learn:

Explore how AI, neural networks, and technological scaling are transforming industries, security, and business operations today. Scott Stornetta shares insights from his pioneering work in AI, the evolution of neural networks, and the strategic advancements by companies like Elon Musk's ventures — all through the lens of future-proofing and responsible innovation. Perfect for entrepreneurs, tech enthusiasts, and security professionals aiming to understand the next wave of digital evolution.00:00 - Intro: The unpredictable nature of AI progress and technological breakthroughs02:00 - The hardware arms race: Scaling compute power in AI industries05:00 - Elon Musk's space ventures: Pushing the limits of orbital compute and AI scalability08:00 - The evolution of neural networks: From thousand-parameter models to trillion-parameter systems12:00 - How large language models learn: The mechanics of training and generalization16:00 - The slowdown in innovation: Is more data the key or are new models needed?20:00 - Leveraging AI tools to overcome writer's block and improve research productivity24:00 - The importance of responsibility and accountability when using AI-generated content28:00 - Blockchain-style identity verification and combating deepfake fraud32:00 - The business perspective: Scaling rapidly and managing organizational change like a sports team36:00 - The role of profitability versus mission-driven entrepreneurship40:00 - AI in security: Protecting digital identities and verifying online interactions with Shermark44:00 - The future of content authenticity: Using blockchain to prevent fakes and deepfakes48:00 - Final thoughts: Embracing responsible AI innovation and strategic scaling

Johann Kerbrat, SVP and GM of Crypto at Robinhood, breaks down why Robinhood built its own blockchain and what it unlocks for the tens of millions of retail investors already on the platform. From Robinhood Earn, offering approximately 7% yield on stablecoins, backed by an insurance program with Lloyd's of London, to stock tokens that can be traded on weekends, used as collateral, and transferred to any wallet, Johann lays out a vision where the line between TradFi and DeFi disappears entirely. - Timecodes: 0:00 - Intro: Johann Kerbrat, Robinhood 0:12 - Ecosystem excitement at chain launch 0:48 - Robinhood Chain is permissionless 1:24 - Morpho lending protocol partnership 2:04 - Stock tokens on Robinhood Chain 2:45 - Weekend trading and DeFi volume 3:07 - Tokenization of real-world assets 3:37 - Beyond stocks: real estate, art, private equity 4:36 - Blockchain as backbone for AI/agentic trading 6:00 - Accessibility and giving customers tools - From our sponsors: Ledn provides a secure and transparent way to access liquidity while maintaining your bitcoin holdings. Perfect 8 year track record of keeping clients assets safe. Don't sell your bitcoin. Get a bitcoin-backed loan. Check out your rate by using their loan calculator at ledn.io - JPEG Trading is a global proprietary trading firm specializing in cryptocurrency and decentralized finance markets. From market structure and liquidity provision to quantitative trading strategies, JPEG Trading operates across the full spectrum of blockchain-based assets. Follow @jpegtrading on X to stay ahead of the latest developments in digital asset markets: https://x.com/jpegtrading - Check out CoinDesk Research's report on Zcash's push toward private scale and quantum resilience at: https://www.coindesk.com/research/building-the-zcash-machine-tachyon-and-quantum-readiness

Crypto News: Sen. Gallego and Sen. Tillis are "finalizing language" for a CLARITY ACT counteroffer from the Democrats and plan to send it to the White House in the "next couple days". Morgan Stanley expands crypto lineup with Ether, Solana ETPs.

THIS WEEK ON TOILET RADIO: We take a listen to the surprise new EP from Avenged Sevenfold and it is, yet again, music that attempts to cover ground that was covered twenty years ago. This one is interesting because it’s bad but not for any of the reasons you’ve come to expect from metal’s first Blockchain band. In other shocking news, King Diamond has kicked Andy LaRocque from the band in favor of Gus G. What’s is happening? We discuss the tragic passing of Sick of it All’s Lou Koller. Finally, we discuss some exciting new developments of the Benedict Arnold of PATRIOT METAL, Jon Schaffer. What comes after the last refuge of a scoundrel? Turns out it’s more scoundrel shit. Folks…… it’s a good one. Music featured on this ‘sode: Cosmic Dawn – Skeleton Key This program is available on Spotify. It is also available on iTunes or whatever they call it now, where you can rate, review, and subscribe. Give us money on Patreon to get exclusive bonus episodes and other cool shit.

Hospital ransomware fallout, blockchain botnet C2, and AI agent loose in Thailand's Finance Ministry. South Carolina's AnMed reopened some physician offices four days into a ransomware attack with phones, internet, and systems still offline, forcing manual processes and in-person medication refills, as broader healthcare ransomware totals hit 410 attacks worldwide in the first half of the year and a HIPAA Security Rule update was delayed to 2027 while class-action efforts began. Researchers report the Dysphoria IoT botnet moved command-and-control to blockchain name services and victim relays, making takedowns harder, with estimates above 200,000 bots and DDoS offerings up to 4 Tbps. Shared Claude chats were briefly indexed by Google, exposing sensitive data via public share links, before results stopped appearing. Hunt.io found attackers running a Hermes autonomous AI agent in Thailand's Finance Ministry, plus new "Hades" malware, suggesting reconnaissance. Stadler Rail refused a 10M CHF extortion demand tied to supplier data theft. 00:00 Introduction and Headlines 00:30 South Carolina Hospital Ransomware Attack 02:07 Healthcare Ransomware Crisis 03:25 IoT Botnet Uses Blockchain 05:40 Shared AI Chats Exposed 08:00 AI Agent Infiltrates Thailand Ministry 10:45 Swiss Train Maker Refuses Ransom 12:31 Closing Remarks

Using a Blockchain in Estate Planning Managing Warm-Season Perennial Grasses Cattle Myth or Fact?   00:01:05 – Using a Blockchain in Estate Planning: K-State and Washburn law professor Roger McEowen starts the show as he explains what a blockchain is and how it can be used as a resource when it comes to estate planning.  Digital Assets and Blockchain   00:12:05 – Managing Warm-Season Perennial Grasses: Jeremie Kouame and Logan Simon continue today's show as they discuss warm-season perennial grasses in fields and what growers can be doing to control it on their land.  Control Options for Warm-Season Perennial Grasses   00:23:05  – Cattle Myth or Fact?: Part of the Beef Cattle Institute's Cattle Chat podcast with Brad White, Phillip Lancaster and Dustin Pendell concludes the show as they talk about myths in the cattle industry and if they have any truth to them.  BCI Cattle Chat Podcast Bovine Science with BCI Podcast Email BCI at bci@ksu.edu     Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to ksrenews@ksu.edu.   Agriculture Today is a daily program featuring Kansas State University agricultural specialists and other experts examining ag issues facing Kansas and the nation. It is hosted by Shelby Varner and distributed to radio stations throughout Kansas and as a daily podcast.   K‑State Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University Cooperative Extension Service, a program designed to generate and distribute useful knowledge for the well‑being of Kansans. Supported by county, state, federal and private funds, the program has county Extension offices statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan. For more information, visit Extension.ksu.edu. K-State Extension is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

In this episode of the Sports Tech AllStars Podcast, we present Chris, Partner at Ten Squared Capital, a seed to Series A fund investing across the attention economy- media, entertainment, live experiences and sports.The conversation explores why live sports and live events become more valuable as AI floods the world with content, how fandom is one of the most undermonetised assets in sport, and why athletes as individual brands are still massively undervalued relative to the teams they play for.TakeawaysThe attention economy covers everything competing for your time and money outside of work Live sports become more exclusive and more valuable precisely because AI makes everything else abundantFandom is severely undermonetised — fans paying twenty dollars a month for Spotify consume hundreds of hours of music and there is a massive willingness-to-pay gap waiting to be unlockedTen Squared backs infrastructure and platform companies powering the attention economy rather than individual creators or specific IPTokenization has three genuinely strong use cases in sports: payment rails for direct athlete-to-fan transactions, financing junior sports careers and creator revenue factorizationProof of attendance and digital collectibles done right can reward loyal fans and create meaningful data for teams and athletesThe biggest athletes arguably have larger fanbases than the biggest teams NIL legislation is only a few years old — a generation of athletes born into that infrastructure will fundamentally change how sports commerce worksFormula One is the best existing example of how to tier fandom across multiple segments and price pointsTo learn more, visit: https://tensquared.com/Get in touch with Chris at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christophercheung93/Hosted by Rohn Malhotra from SportsTechX - Leading source of Investment and Innovation insights in sports.STX Intelligence Hub: sports tech company, investor, and deal database: intelligence.sportstechx.comAs promised, here's your small surprise:Unlock your 30-day growth plan (worth €49) on the SportsTechX Intelligence Hub for free!Simply verify your company details and you get access to 1,500+ investors, programmes, initiatives and events in the sportstech ecosystem.Here's how to get set up and if you'd like a walkthrough of the platform, feel free to book a call here.Download the latest Industry Reports here: https://intelligence.sportstechx.com/reports/gster26Sign Up for the Sports Tech Weekly Newsletter for more news, features & insights on Sports Tech: https://newsletter.sportstechx.com/Chapters00:00 Introduction00:36 From Toronto to LA Investment Banking — How Sports Shaped Chris's Career02:30 Joining Ten Squared Capital and What the Attention Economy Actually Means03:59 Why Live Sports Become More Valuable in an AI-Abundant World06:52 The Challenge of Picking Winners in the Attention Economy08:05 The Picks and Shovels Approach 10:29 Web Three, Blockchain and What Still Applies to Sports Today11:58 Three Tokenization Use Cases That Actually Work in Sports14:27 Proof of Attendance Protocols and Digital Collectibles Done Right15:26 How Ten Squared Invests 17:09 Portfolio Spotlight18:25 The Tiering of Fandom 19:44 Formula One as the Best Example of Multi-Tier Fandom20:31 Formula One's Half a Million Fans at Silverstone21:33 Athletes as Their Own Brand — The Most Undervalued Asset Class in Sport23:20 How Technology Has Changed What an Individual Athlete Can Build24:24 NIL, the Next Generation of Athletes and What Comes Next25:13 What the Next 12–18 Months Look Like for Ten Squared Capital26:29 Favourite Sporting MomentStay Connected with SportsTechXSpotify: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/sportstechx/Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/in/podcast/the-sports-tech-allstars-podcast/id1271329751LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/sportstechxYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SportsTechX

Max Bareiss, Head of Lending at Galaxy, sat down with me at the Injective Policy Summit to discuss the rapid growth of institutional crypto lending, Galaxy's digital asset services, and his outlook on the crypto market.⭐️⛏️ GoMining is an All-in-one Bitcoin superapp to mine, earn and use BTC. They have 5 Million+ users and have been live since 2021. - https://siagomininglatvia.sjv.io/aNLaRq 

Greetings Glocal Citizens! This past spring, a volunteer from the Digital Democracy Project reached out to me about its founder and this week's guest, Ramon Perez. I'd never heard of the project and as a podcast about the many dimensions of citizenship, this was a very necessary conversation exploring innovative ways to enhance citizen participation and reform democracy using technology like AI, blockchain, and mobile voting. As an AI technology executive and US military veteran, Ramon founded the Digital Democracy Project as an accountability system and mobile voting platform that connects voters directly with their legislative representatives to address systemic problems in the electoral system that result in hyper-partisanship and widespread voter alienation. To achieve better outcomes, he believes technology can be used as a catalyst for building a more modern, representative system of government giving greater control directly to voters. #Listenandlearn more as we discuss systemic challenges in US politics and how technology can create a more transparent, accountable, and inclusive democratic process. Where to find Ramon and the Digital Democracy Project? On LinkedIn On Instagram On Facebook On Bluesky On YouTube What's Ramon Listening to? The Lord of the Rings Series Audiobooks Empire Podcast Other topics of interest: On the Enduring Legacy of 9/11 About OneVirginia21 What is Gerrymandering? About ranked-choice voting What is Hyperledger Fabric? Homomorphic encryption explained Chapters 00:06 Intro and Guest Bio 01:54 Ramon Perez's Background and Motivation 03:14 Defining Democracy in the 21st Century 03:22 Limitations of Current Electoral Systems 05:30 Civic Responsibility and Voter Engagement 07:16 Educating Voters with Technology 09:50 AI's Role in Legislative Summaries 13:57 Systemic Problems in US Elections 16:16 Verifiability, Accountability, and Transparency 17:54 Ramon Perez's Career Path and Transition to AI 20:06 Public Perception of AI and Ethical Use 21:14 Tools and Innovations in Digital Voting 26:07 Global Examples of Democratic Success 35:34 Glocal Speak: Transparency as a Key Value 37:19 Organizing and Operating a Nonprofit Project 42:51 Historical Progress of Voting Rights 44:34 Future Goals and Expansion of the Project 46:44 Ramon Perez's Leisure and Personal Interests 47:42 Reflections on the Evolution of AI and Democracy Special Guest: Ramon Perez.

Quantum Blockchain Technologies PLC (AIM:QBT, FRA:BYA1) CEO Francesco Gardin joined Proactive's Stephen Gunnion to discuss the company's ASIC UltraBoost technology, its expected US patent grant and the commercial opportunity ahead. Gardin said the patent process should conclude within four to six weeks of fees being paid, though the company remains cautious until the grant is officially issued. The technology targets the hardware implementation of Bitcoin's SHA-256 algorithm, an area where meaningful advances have been rare, and is estimated to reduce logic gates by 5%-8% while cutting energy consumption by 2%-5%. "According to our estimate, the saving is between 5 and 8% in terms of logic gates. In terms of energy, it's between 2 and 5%," Gardin said, adding that across large-scale mining operations the cumulative impact could be substantial. The company is already working with an ASIC manufacturer and is seeking specialist semiconductor expertise to structure licensing and royalty agreements. With the potential buyers clearly identified as ASIC chip makers, Gardin said the pathway to commercialisation is well defined. Watch the full interview to hear Francesco Gardin discuss the patent timeline, ASIC UltraBoost's potential efficiency improvements and Quantum Blockchain Technologies' commercial strategy. Visit the Proactive YouTube channel for more interviews with listed companies, and don't forget to like this video, subscribe to the channel and enable notifications so you never miss future updates. Read Proactive's Editorial Policy here: https://www.proactiveinvestors.co.uk/pages/editorialPolicy #QuantumBlockchainTechnologies #QuantumBlockchain #FrancescoGardin #Bitcoin #BitcoinMining #ASIC #ASICUltraBoost #Semiconductors #Patent #IntellectualProperty #CryptoMining #BlockchainTechnology #EnergyEfficiency #MiningTechnology #Proactive

Ali Tager, Vice President of External Affairs at the National Cryptocurrency Association, joined me to discuss the organization's mission to educate people across the U.S. about crypto and drive broader adoption.Topics:- NCA's crypto education initiatives - US Crypto Adoption statistics - Crypto's impact on politics https://nca.org/ ⭐️⛏️ GoMining is an All-in-one Bitcoin superapp to mine, earn and use BTC. They have 5 Million+ users and have been live since 2021. - https://siagomininglatvia.sjv.io/aNLaRq 

Dan Gardner of Trade Facilitators talks about AI hype, challenges & opportunities; & how their Total Landed Cost engine is driving big impact for US importers.   IN THIS EPISODE WE DISCUSS: [03.17] Dan's collection of currency notes, and what they say about his career journey. [05.33] How, and why, Dan transitioned from logistics to global supply chain management. "There's a lot of competition in that space, so to legitimately differentiate is difficult… I started to look beyond logistics, to see how I could enhance a clients performance in other areas." [10.26] Dan's experience as an adjunct professor of global trade, and his perspective on the future of trade related education in the 'Age of AI.' "There's a need for more education, not less." [14.34] The hype around AI, and how much we should all be buying into it. "I don't believe the hype, but I do believe in the fundamental power of AI… It's data-oriented and the global supply chain runs on data, so there's a natural compatibility there." "Blockchain didn't do us any favors!" [19.06] Why TFI focus on Machine Learning, and some of the best applications Dan currently sees in the market. [23.30] The issue of job displacement alongside the rise of AI, and how individuals need to think about upskilling at all career stages. "People have to continue to skill up – but that might not be enough." [26.54] From cost to over-reliance, the key pitfalls of AI that supply chain professionals need to keep an eye on. [29.47] Why TFI developed the Total Landed Cost engine for U.S. importers, and why it matters. [33.25] What makes TFI's Total Landed Cost engine different. "Total landed cost is what drives so many other activities across the supply chain… How do you know how to price a product unless you really know what it will cost you?" [36.35] How TFI's Total Landed Cost engine navigates constantly changing tariffs. "The element of human knowledge still plays a huge role in all of this." [41.26] The data security issues around AI, and how companies can address the 'oversharing' of data and still achieve their goals. "Legal, policy, technical and monetary – you need to bring these things together." [44.27] From 'hyper-scalers' overwhelming power grids to heavy water consumption, how sustainability concerns around AI data centers are driving innovation.   RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED: Head over to Trade Facilitator's website now to find out more and discover how they could help you too. You can also connect with Trade Facilitators and keep up to date with the latest over on LinkedIn, or you can connect with Dan on LinkedIn. Check out our other podcasts HERE.

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Krista Lynch, Head of Capital Markets and Trading at Grayscale, sat down with me at the Injective Policy Summit to discuss the firm's new crypto ETFs, including its Hyperliquid (HYPE) ETF, Grayscale's ETF strategy moving forward, the CLARITY Act, and much more.⭐️⛏️ GoMining is an All-in-one Bitcoin superapp to mine, earn and use BTC. They have 5 Million+ users and have been live since 2021. - https://siagomininglatvia.sjv.io/aNLaRq 

Congressman Bryan Steil joined us to discuss what comes next for the CLARITY Act in the Senate and the House's passage of the congressional stock trading ban.Topics: - Clarity Act status with ethics and banks stablecoin yield fight - Recent Tokenization hearing and use cases for blockchain and digital assets - Passing of the Stop Insider Trading Act 

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Crypto News: Senate Republicans on Wednesday released the latest version the Clarity Act which include ethics provisions but Democrats are pushing back. Senator Lummis says Ethics, other provisions in crypto Clarity Act to be further discussed.The House passed a Congressional Stock Trading Ban.

Anthony Howell, Overseas Representative for the Government of Bermuda, sat down with me at the Injective Policy Summit to discuss the island's crypto and blockchain initiatives, including its vision for bringing Bermuda's economy on-chain.

I spoke to Yanis Varoufakis, economist and former Greek finance minister, at Web3 Summit in Berlin on June 18th, 2026, about why he thinks blockchain is one of the few tools left that can actually pull power away from Big Tech and the banks. Truly a privilege that I had the chance to speak with him on such a stage.We dig into his concept of techno-feudalism and cloud capital, his monetary commons proposal for a transparent monetary system that could undercut private banks, and the digital wallet system he tried to build for Greece during the crisis. Yanis also lays out why he thinks the digital euro is dead in the water. You can read my reflections on the interview here. If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my Patreon starting at just $3 per month. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (@TBSocialist) or Mastodon (@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop) and join the r/CryptoLeftists subreddit. Support the showICYMI I've written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who's work influenced me a lot in my thinking. The book is officially published and you use this linktree to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.

In this episode, HR thought leader Tim Sackett joins host David Turetsky to explore the current landscape of artificial intelligence in HR, talent acquisition, and broader workforce management. They discuss the gap between technological potential and real-world application, legal and ethical challenges, and how government regulation could shape the future of AI in HR.  In this episode:  The real vs. perceived capabilities of AI in HR based on recent conferences and practitioner understanding  The legal issues emerging from AI use in recruiting, including Fair Credit Reporting Act concerns and litigation risks  The influence of government and regulatory bodies, with insights into new appointments like Keith Sondralin at the Department of Labor  The analogy of AI's growth and adoption to consumer products, highlighting how HR leaders can start integrating AI effectively  The untapped potential of blockchain for employee data integrity and verification in the future workforce  Practical advice on how HR practitioners can educate themselves quickly on AI basics to avoid vendor confusion  The importance of embedding AI into business and HR strategy to genuinely solve problems rather than just automate tasks  The ethical and security concerns linked to identity fraud, insider threats, and malicious use of AI for employment fraud  Timestamps:   00:00 - Welcome and episode overview on AI's impact in HR 00:48 - Insights into Tim's recent conference experiences and the state of AI learning among HR professionals 02:35 - The hype versus the real application of AI in talent acquisition 02:57 - Fun facts about Tim Sackett: a Belieber and a Swiftie 03:48 - The quality and impact of recent Super Bowl performances and music preferences 05:02 - Discussing the upcoming Rush tour anniversary and nostalgia for classic rock 06:34 - The intersection of AI and HR conference trends, gap analysis between practitioners and tech providers 07:50 - The knowledge gap in HR regarding AI capabilities and the risk of vaporware marketing 09:01 - Foundations of HR's misunderstanding of existing HR tech systems and AI's rapid evolution 11:33 - Legal challenges with AI, including Wells Fargo and Workday litigations, and compliance risks 13:07 - The potential for AI to cause or prevent legal liabilities and litigation 15:00 - New leadership at the Department of Labor and its implications for AI regulation 17:10 - Political influences on regulatory approaches and the need for national AI legislation 19:54 - Blockchain's dormant potential for workforce data sovereignty and validation 22:07 - The future of digital identity verification and the use of blockchain for employee records 24:11 - Risks of identity fraud and the importance of robust verification methods 26:22 - How AI can both combat and exacerbate identity fraud and security vulnerabilities 28:25 - Insider threats, employment fraud, and the importance of vigilance in digital security 31:10 - Strategies for HR leaders to become AI literate with minimal time investment 33:24 - The importance of understanding what "agent" and "automation" truly mean in HR tech markets 35:23 - Aligning AI initiatives with business and HR strategies to solve real problems 37:07 - Cost considerations, the hidden expenses of AI, and the importance of planning for ROI 38:48 - The "free" AI myth and the real costs of tokens, processing, and hardware investments 40:08 - The impact of AI data quality on recommendations and organizational decision-making 41:04 - Closing remarks and appreciation for Tim Sackett's insights    Resources & Links:  Anthropic's Prompt Engineering Video  Keith Sondralin - Department of Labor  Claude AI by Anthropic  ChatGPT by OpenAI  Gemini AI by Google  The Fair Credit Reporting Act  Connect with Tim Sackett:  LinkedIn  Twitter  Note:   For HR leaders, gaining a foundational knowledge of AI is critical. Resources like Anthropic's short videos or AI primer courses can accelerate understanding and help avoid vendor hype and legal pitfalls. 

Can blockchain do more than make rich people argue on the internet? In this episode of The Liquid Lunch Project, Matt and Luigi sit down with Erai Beckmann, founder of Peace Through Trade, to talk about a much bigger use case for blockchain, AI, and cryptocurrency: global trade that creates trust, financial access, and maybe even less fighting between humans. Wild concept, apparently. Erai breaks down why trade has historically been one of the strongest tools for reducing conflict, how blockchain can open doors for people left out of traditional finance, and why Peace Through Trade is building a legal, sustainable Layer-1 Proof-of-Work blockchain with real-world use in mind.  The conversation covers regulation, energy use, stablecoins, government trust, environmental impact, and the giant gap between hype coins and technology built to last.  

Steven McClurg, CEO of Canary Capital, sat down with me at the Injective Policy Summit to discuss the firm's crypto ETF strategy, the new ETFs expected to launch this year, his outlook on the crypto market, and much more.⭐️⛏️ GoMining is an All-in-one Bitcoin superapp to mine, earn and use BTC. They have 5 Million+ users and have been live since 2021. - https://siagomininglatvia.sjv.io/aNLaRq 

402-521-3080In this episode, we dive into the hidden world where money, manipulation, and human trafficking intersect. With the help of Mollie Champion, our newest staff member and anti-money laundering expert, we explore how traffickers exploit financial vulnerabilities and how everyday professionals can recognize in-person warning signs and support recovery.In this episode:Why understanding the flow of money is crucial to uncovering trafficking networksHow traffickers manipulate financial systems, debt, and economic controlRed flags and behavioral signs to watch for in person, especially in banks and financial institutionsThe role of emotional manipulation in coercion and fleeing situationsPractical steps for community members and professionals to help victims stay safe and escape exploitationThe impact of societal beliefs and systemic barriers on vulnerable populationsThe promise of technology, like blockchain, in safeguarding identities and preventing scamsHow financial literacy and long-term planning can reduce vulnerability to traffickingSpecial note: This episode offers critical insights into how financial awareness and empathy can combat exploitation. Whether you're a banker, social worker, community volunteer, or just a caring human, your vigilance makes a difference. Remember, traffickers often hide in plain sight, but with knowledge and community support, they don't stand a chance.Resources & Links:Set Me Free ProjectFinancial BeginningsSupport the showEveryone has resilience, but what does that mean, and how do we use it in life and leadership? Join Stephanie Olson, an expert in resiliency and trauma, every week as she talks to other experts living lives of resilience. Stephanie also shares her own stories of addictions, disordered eating, domestic and sexual violence, abandonment, and trauma, and shares the everyday struggles and joys of everyday life. As a wife, mom, and CEO she gives commentaries and, sometimes, a few rants to shed light on what makes a person resilient. So, if you have experienced adversity in life in any way and want to learn how to better lead your family, your workplace, and, well, your life, this podcast is for you!https://setmefreeproject.nethttps://www.stephanieolson.com/

Crypto News: Bitcoin crosses $65,000 and altcoins are following with the charts looking bullish. The White House has agreed on an ethics package for the Clarity Act. Patrick Witt will stay with the Trump administration to see the Clarity Act passing.

Joseph Chalom, CEO of SharpLink, sat down with me at the Injective Policy Summit to discuss SharpLink's Ethereum acquisition strategy, his outlook on Ethereum and the broader crypto market, the CLARITY Act, and much more.

Mark Wendland, Chairman and CEO of Canton Strategic Holdings, joined me to discuss how the company is leveraging Canton Coin and supporting the Canton Network to accelerate institutional blockchain adoption.Topics: - Institutional blockchain adoption - Canton Strategic Holdings and Canton Network ecosystem - Tokenized asset vs Traditional asset marketsBrought to you by - Learn about iTrustCapital's powerful Premium Custody Account (PCA) and tax-advantaged Crypto IRA platforms https://www.itrustcapital.com/go/thinkingcrypto iTrustCapital Representative: R.Rankin@itrustcapital.com 

This week on the Fintech Newscast we sit down with Curve Finance founder Michael Egorov for an inside look at the latest developments in DeFi. From improving efficiency and reducing costs to rethinking decentralized governance, it’s an insightful conversation about the future of on-chain finance https://www.curve.finance/dex/ethereum/swap https://yieldbasis.com/earn Click Subscribe to keep up to date on … Continue reading Ep 290- Curve Finance founder Michael Egorov

Crypto News: Congress meets to discuss Clarity Act and Trump meets with Senators but odds fall for the passing of the bill. BlackRock CEO is bullish on Crypto. Bank of America taps new leaders to bridge crypto, AI and traditional finance.Brought to you

Summer Mersinger, CEO of the Blockchain Association, sat down with me at the Injective Policy Summit to discuss the latest on the CLARITY Act, crypto tax legislation, and the Anti-CBDC Act's inclusion in the House spending bill.

Traditional finance continues embracing crypto as Morgan Stanley's E*TRADE launches Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Solana trading for eligible retail clients, Citadel Securities invests $400 million in Crypto.com, and Visa unveils a new stablecoin platform designed for banks and fintech companies. Matt explains why competition to control digital dollar infrastructure is accelerating as more traditional financial firms enter the stablecoin market.The episode also covers Europe's growing list of MiCA-licensed crypto firms, Malaysia's investigation into a crypto-related network state project, Taiwan sentencing the operator behind the BitShine exchange to 22 years in prison, and a UK crypto fraud ring that impersonated police officers to steal more than £4 million. Matt wraps up with JPMorgan's improving outlook for Bitcoin, concerns over rising oil prices, and why he believes blockchain technology could eventually provide a more transparent and auditable election system.Happy Hodling, Everyone. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Adrian Wall, Senior Director of U.S. Policy at TRON DAO and Managing Director of the Digital Sovereignty Alliance, joined us to discuss the path towards getting the Clarity Act passed. Recorded on June 12thTopics: - Will the Clarity Act pass? - Democrats support for crypto and the Clarity Act - Trump and Crypto Ethics- Crypto tax legislation - The Digital Sovereignty Alliance & Tron DAO Brought to you by

Peter walks through the SecondFi security incident from the perspective of checking whether a Cardano wallet may have been affected, including the official SecondFi wallet checker, support resources, and exposure checks.This video focuses on practical safety steps: how to verify affected wallets, why you should be cautious before signing transactions from a potentially compromised wallet, and where to follow official SecondFi, Yoroi, and Lace updates.Chapters:0:00 SecondFi security incident2:30 What happened and why it matters5:00 Checking affected wallets8:00 Where to get official support11:00 Wallet exposure and next steps14:00 Lace, recovery, and safety reminders17:00 Final thoughtsWhat you'll learn:- How to check whether a Cardano wallet may have been affected by the SecondFi security incident.- Why people who previously used Yoroi or SecondFi should follow the official checker and support channels.- What to watch out for before signing transactions from a wallet that may be compromised.- How emergency sweeps, wallet exposure checks, and official support resources fit into the recovery process.- Why this is general safety guidance only and not personal wallet recovery or financial advice.Links & References:Security Incident Update:- https://link.learncardano.io/GWxDr4SecondFi Incident Wallet Checker:- https://link.learncardano.io/TY3hGySecondFi Support:- https://link.learncardano.io/QOJQY6Wallet Exposure Check:- https://link.learncardano.io/f4yw1CPhil UPLC:- https://link.learncardano.io/0hv6kpSecondFi X Account:- https://link.learncardano.io/gZ3GOCLace Wallet X Account:- https://link.learncardano.io/e4G1O8Website: https://link.learncardano.io/bQ68RcX/Twitter: https://link.learncardano.io/3a1QtvDisclaimer: This content is for educational purposes only. Nothing constitutes financial advice.DISCLAIMER: This content is for informational and educational purposes only and is not financial, investment, or legal advice. I am not affiliated with, nor compensated by, the project discussed—no tokens, payments, or incentives received. I do not hold a stake in the project, including private or future allocations. All views are my own, based on public information. Always do your own research and consult a licensed advisor before investing. Crypto investments carry high risk, and past performance is no guarantee of future results. I am not responsible for any decisions you make based on this content.

Charles Schwab's Jim Ferraioli talks about what BIP-110 means for crypto data fields and why some see it as a bullish catalyst for the crypto space. It comes as Bitcoin taps $65,000 for the first time in almost a month. Jim walks investors through key levels he's watching in Bitcoin's price action as the cryptocurrency continues to trade almost 50% below record highs. ======== Schwab Network ========Empowering every investor and trader, every market day.Subscribe to the Market Minute newsletter - https://schwabnetwork.com/subscribeDownload the iOS app - https://apps.apple.com/us/app/schwab-network/id1460719185Download the Amazon Fire Tv App - https://www.amazon.com/TD-Ameritrade-Network/dp/B07KRD76C7Watch on Sling - https://watch.sling.com/1/asset/191928615bd8d47686f94682aefaa007/watchWatch on Vizio - https://www.vizio.com/en/watchfreeplus-exploreWatch on DistroTV - https://www.distro.tv/live/schwab-network/Follow us on X – https://twitter.com/schwabnetworkFollow us on Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/schwabnetworkFollow us on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/schwab-network/ About Schwab Network - https://schwabnetwork.com/about

Every blockchain today relies on replication techniques first developed in the 1980s by researchers who weren't thinking about cryptocurrencies at all. In this episode, Tim Roughgarden speaks with MIT professor and Turing Award winner Barbara Liskov, one of the pioneers of programming languages, fault tolerance, and distributed systems. Joined by a16z crypto research partner Ittai Abraham, they trace the evolution of ideas that now underpin modern blockchain networks. The conversation explores viewstamped replication, Practical Byzantine Fault Tolerance (PBFT), state machine replication, and why concepts developed decades before Bitcoin became the foundation for today's blockchain protocols. Along the way, Liskov reflects on the relationship between theory and practice, the importance of modularity and formal reasoning, and why AI is creating a new generation of systems research.   Resources: Follow Tim Roughgarden on X: https://x.com/Tim_Roughgarden Follow Ittai Abraham on X: https://x.com/ittaia Follow a16z Crypto on X: https://x.com/a16zcrypto Subscribe to The a16z Crypto Show: https://a16zcrypto.substack.com/subscribe/ Stay Updated:Find a16z on YouTube: YouTubeFind a16z on XFind a16z on LinkedInListen to the a16z Show on SpotifyListen to the a16z Show on Apple PodcastsFollow our host: https://twitter.com/eriktorenberg Please note that the content here is for informational purposes only; should NOT be taken as legal, business, tax, or investment advice or be used to evaluate any investment or security; and is not directed at any investors or potential investors in any a16z fund. a16z and its affiliates may maintain investments in the companies discussed. For more details please see a16z.com/disclosures. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

What happens to blockchain networks, digital assets, and the wider internet when quantum computers become powerful enough to break the cryptography protecting them? In this episode of Tech Talks Daily, I speak with Bruno Martins, Chief Technology Officer of the Algorand Foundation, about what quantum computing means for blockchain security, why post-quantum cryptography is becoming a technology priority, and how enterprises should evaluate blockchain infrastructure for payments, digital assets, identity, and other business applications. Bruno brings experience from across several major blockchain ecosystems, including Consensys and IOHK, alongside a background in applied cryptography, key management systems, enterprise blockchain development, and software engineering. His perspective provides a useful view of how the blockchain industry has changed from experimental projects and speculative use cases toward platforms expected to support real financial transactions and business operations. We begin with the quantum threat itself. Bruno explains why the cryptographic systems protecting blockchains, financial infrastructure, communications, messaging platforms, and much of the internet could eventually become vulnerable to sufficiently powerful quantum computers.  While the exact timeline remains uncertain, he argues that waiting for a cryptographically relevant quantum computer to arrive before beginning migration would leave companies with too little time to update infrastructure, applications, wallets, accounts, and user behavior. The conversation examines why post-quantum security is not simply a future technology problem. Large digital ecosystems can take months or years to migrate, and businesses need time to understand their cryptographic dependencies, introduce new standards, educate users, and build systems capable of adopting new security methods without disrupting existing operations. Bruno shares how Algorand has been working on post-quantum security for several years, including the deployment of Falcon signatures for state proofs and plans to introduce quantum-resistant account types and additional protections across consensus and network communications. We discuss why cryptographic agility may be more important than simply replacing existing cryptography with newer algorithms that have not yet experienced decades of testing in real-world systems. This leads to one of the most valuable technical lessons in the episode. Moving directly from classical cryptography to post-quantum cryptography introduces its own risks because newer cryptographic methods may later reveal weaknesses. Bruno explains why hybrid approaches, where digital assets and accounts can be protected by both established and quantum-resistant cryptography, could provide a more responsible path for institutions managing long-lived systems and valuable assets. We also examine how enterprises should evaluate blockchain platforms. With thousands of networks competing for developers, users, and institutional adoption, Bruno argues that businesses need to look beyond market attention and transaction speed. Throughput, decentralization, security, programmability, finality, operational risk, and the ability to trust the state of a ledger all influence whether blockchain infrastructure is suitable for real business operations. Payments provide a practical example. Companies issuing payment products backed by stablecoins need confidence that transactions are final and cannot later be reorganized or reversed by the underlying network. Bruno explains why instant finality can reduce operational uncertainty and risk for companies building financial applications on public blockchain infrastructure. The conversation also turns to AI agents and agentic commerce. If autonomous software agents begin negotiating, purchasing services, exchanging value, and conducting transactions with other agents, they will need payment rails, identity systems, trusted counterparties, and ways to establish ownership and accountability. Bruno explains why stablecoins, digital identity, decentralized finance, and blockchain infrastructure could become increasingly relevant as AI systems begin participating directly in economic activity. Throughout the episode, Bruno offers a balanced assessment of the blockchain industry itself. He discusses the problems created by technical fragmentation, competing standards, thousands of networks, and ecosystem tribalism. Greater cooperation between blockchain communities, particularly around wallets, hardware, cryptographic standards, and post-quantum security, could make it easier for enterprises and developers to build applications that work across ecosystems. For technology leaders, security professionals, blockchain developers, and anyone responsible for long-lived digital infrastructure, this conversation provides a practical introduction to quantum threats, post-quantum cryptography, cryptographic agility, blockchain finality, stablecoins, and the technical questions companies should ask before choosing distributed infrastructure. The quantum threat may not arrive tomorrow, but migrating complex systems takes time. The companies and technology platforms preparing today will be in a much stronger position to protect digital assets, maintain trust, and continue operating when current cryptographic standards eventually need to change.

Jeff Walton, Chief Risk Officer at Strive, joined me to discuss how the company is building its Bitcoin treasury strategy to drive growth and generate yield.Topics: - Strive recently surpassed Coinbase as a public Bitcoin holder - Bitcoin accumulation strategy - Generating Bitcoin yield - MSTR Strategy STRC Brought to you by

Crypto News: Senate Democrats call for hearings into Trump's ties to crypto amid CLARITY Act discussions. Hyundai becomes first major South Korean company to introduce internal stablecoin transfers.Brought to you by

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In this Crypto Watercooler episode, Amanda Whitcroft and Tony Edward discuss the CLARITY Act timeline as the Senate returns next week, Strategy's latest Bitcoin sale, Vanguard's search for a head of crypto, Trump Accounts going live with the potential to include Bitcoin, and much more.

We're excited to share a special feed drop from The a16z Crypto Show. In the first episode of First Principles: The Scientific Roots of Blockchain Technology, Tim Roughgarden and Ittai Abraham trace the decades of computer science research that laid the foundation for modern blockchains. Long before Bitcoin, researchers were studying one of distributed computing's hardest challenges: how independent machines can reliably agree on a shared state, even when some participants are faulty or malicious. Bitcoin didn't invent that problem, but it introduced a breakthrough solution in a radically different, permissionless setting. The conversation explores Byzantine agreement, state machine replication, proof of work, proof of stake, Tendermint, Casper, DAG-based protocols, and why concepts developed decades ago continue to shape the design of today's fastest and most secure blockchain networks.   Resources: Follow Tim Roughgarden on X: https://x.com/Tim_Roughgarden Follow Ittai Abraham on X: https://x.com/ittaia Follow a16z Crypto on X: https://x.com/a16zcrypto Subscribe to The a16z Crypto Show: https://a16zcrypto.substack.com/subscribe/ Stay Updated:Find a16z on YouTube: YouTubeFind a16z on XFind a16z on LinkedInListen to the a16z Show on SpotifyListen to the a16z Show on Apple PodcastsFollow our host: https://twitter.com/eriktorenberg Please note that the content here is for informational purposes only; should NOT be taken as legal, business, tax, or investment advice or be used to evaluate any investment or security; and is not directed at any investors or potential investors in any a16z fund. a16z and its affiliates may maintain investments in the companies discussed. For more details please see a16z.com/disclosures. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

AI and distribution moats are forcing investors to separate real business transformation from crypto's unresolved value-capture problem. This week, Jason and Santi discuss what months of researching crypto adoption taught Inversion, why the firm's investment strategy is evolving, and what it reveals about where value is actually being created today. They also explore Robinhood's onchain strategy, whether AI is delivering stronger returns than crypto in traditional businesses, the debate over token versus equity value capture, and how the next generation of consumer finance is taking shape. Enjoy! TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 Intro 03:15 Inversion's Crypto Thesis Reset 06:17 Where Crypto ROI Breaks 11:58 The Distribution Quality Trap 17:12 Inversion Broadens Its Mandate 22:02 Crypto's Value Capture Problem 28:00 AI Rewrites Company Workflows 31:45 Ads (Peaq) 33:01 AI Pricing Hits The Limit 39:09 Robinhood Chain Takes Off 48:07 Regulatory Arbitrage Goes Onchain 52:35 Finance For The Next Generation 57:02 The Token Equity Debate FOLLOW THE SHOW › Empire – https://x.com/theempirepod › Jason – https://x.com/jasonyanowitz › Santiago – https://x.com/santiagoroel › Telegram – https://t.me/+CaCYvTOB4Eg1OWJh › Blockworks – https://x.com/Blockworks Robots will soon outnumber humans onchain. peaqOS turns them into a new trusted liquid asset class, with yield tied to real-world workloads. It gives robots all they need to do business on any chain — and lets humans earn from automation. Explore the Machine Economy: https://peaq.xyz EVENTS › Join us at Digital Asset Summit 2026 Asia October 7th & Digital Asset 2026 London November 10-11th https://blockworks.com/events DISCLAIMER Nothing said on Empire is a recommendation to buy or sell securities or tokens. This podcast is for informational purposes only. Any views expressed are opinions, not financial advice. Hosts and guests may hold positions in the companies, funds, or projects discussed.

Crypto News: Newest version of crypto Clarity Act may drop as soon as next week, sources say. Swift launches blockchain ledger with 17-bank tokenized deposit pilot.Brought to you by

Arthur Hayes, Co-Founder of BitMEX and CIO of Maelstrom, joined me to discuss the outlook for Bitcoin and the broader crypto market.Topics:- Crypto bear market timeline - Why the latest bull market was lackluster - Does the Clarity Act real matter? - Arthur's crypto investment strategy - Future of markets and economies with AI - AI Bubble will lead to largest market crashArthur Hayes: IG - https://www.instagram.com/cryptohayes/ LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/arthur-hayes-b493b42/ Substack - https://cryptohayes.substack.com/ Web: https://www.cryptohayes.com X - https://x.com/cryptohayes Maelstrom Fund: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/maelstromfund Web - https://www.maelstrom.fund X - https://x.com/maelstromfund Brought to you by

Today's blockchain and crypto news Bitcoin is down slightly at $62,722 Ethereum is down slightly at $1,739 BNB is up slightly at $569 Sony Bank receives conditional approval from the OCC for national trust subsidiary. Swift has launched a blockchain-based shared ledger for pilot. BitGo rolls out new quantum plans Operation First Light Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices