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For this week's Bitcoin Season 2 Writer's Room, a news roundup that includes some terrible advice from the gigachad himself, and why bitcoin may soon count as an asset when you apply for a mortgage. You're listening to Bitcoin Season 2. Subscribe to the newsletter, trusted by over 16,000 Bitcoiners: https://newsletter.blockspacemedia.comWelcome back to Bitcoin Season 2! Today, Charlie and Colin break down Michael Saylor's Bitcoin Prague keynote where he tells people to leverage it all for bitcoin - including borrowing from family members (what could go wrong?). Plus, the FHFA's directive ordering Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac to recognize crypto as legitimate assets for mortgages, a new Bitcoin stablecoin launch, and the weird on-chain "clocking in" game that's creating the only regular fees on Bitcoin right now.NOTES:• Bitcoin trading at $107,000-$108,000• Michael Saylor's BTC Prague Keynote: Debt for BTC• FHFA order for recognition of crypto as an asset for mortgages• Transaction fees only 2 sats per byte • Tether market cap at $157 billion• Crypto market cap over $3 trillion total• Bitcoin market cap over $2 trillion• People clocking in 30+ days straightTimestamps:00:00 Start02:10 Saylor says leverage = good11:37 Bill Putle BTC as loan backing20:18 Stablecoins on BTC29:16 Make sure you clock in!-

Right About Now with Ryan AlfordJoin media personality and marketing expert Ryan Alford as he dives into dynamic conversations with top entrepreneurs, marketers, and influencers. "Right About Now" brings you actionable insights on business, marketing, and personal branding, helping you stay ahead in today's fast-paced digital world. Whether it's exploring how character and charisma can make millions or unveiling the strategies behind viral success, Ryan delivers a fresh perspective with every episode. Perfect for anyone looking to elevate their business game and unlock their full potential.Resources:Right About Now NewsletterFree Podcast Monetization CourseJoin The NetworkFollow Us On InstagramSubscribe To Our Youtube ChannelVibe Science MediaSUMMARYIn this episode of "Right About Now," host Ryan Alford analyzes key business and economic developments, including the Federal Reserve's stance on mortgage rates, the potential Shell-BP merger, Amazon's market dominance, and the impact of AI on jobs. He also highlights rising consumer debt and Tesla's recent challenges. With a direct and informal tone, Ryan critiques corporate strategies and government policies, urging listeners to think critically about the forces shaping today's economy and to stay informed about ongoing changes in technology, business, and finance.TAKEAWAYSFederal Reserve's decision on mortgage rates and inflation concernsCorporate mergers, specifically the potential Shell and BP mergerAntitrust issues related to Amazon and its market dominanceThe impact of artificial intelligence on jobs and workforce dynamicsTesla's sales challenges and future growth prospectsNvidia's market position and challenges from export bansRising consumer debt statistics and implications for the economyThe significance of data management in the age of AICritique of corporate strategies and government policiesEncouragement for listeners to think critically about economic issuesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

CoreWeave is in talks to buy Core Scientific, and Bitcoin's hashrate is taking a hit in the summer heat.FILL OUT THE MINING POD SURVEY BY CLICKING HEREWelcome back to The Mining Pod! Today, Luxor CEO Nick Hansen joins Colin to talk about CoreWeave's bombshell proposal to acquire Core Scientific, Riot selling off part of its stake in Bitfarms at a 59% haircut, a new Texas law forcing data center curtailment during grid emergencies, and why Bitcoin's hash rate drop wasn't caused by US strikes on Iran (spoiler: it was just really hot outside).Subscribe to our newsletter! **Notes:**• CoreWeave-Core Scientific deal: $4-6B+ estimated• Riot sells part of its Bitfarms stake• Hash rate dropped from 944 to 808 EH/s• 7% difficulty adjustment coming (potentially largest since Dec 2022)• Texas projects 138GW load by 2030 vs 87GW today• Hashprice currently around $54-56/dayTimestamps:00:00 Start02:26 Difficulty Report by Luxor06:20 CoreWeave to buy Core Scientific16:41 Riot sells Bitfarms Shares22:44 US hashrate peak?25:37 Texas curtailment bill32:25 Cry Corner: Iran Strikes37:02 Zetahash inbound?

Host Sam Ewen breaks down the latest news in the crypto industry as crypto investors lost over $2.1 billion to hacks and exploits in the first half of 2025.Crypto investors lost over $2.1 billion to hacks and exploits in the first half of 2025, according to a report from TRM Labs. Researchers say North Korean-linked groups are responsible for $1.6 billion of those. Plus, why bitcoin miner revenues are sliding. CoinDesk's Jennifer Sanasie hosts “CoinDesk Daily.”-Is the Layer-1 landscape saturated? Bahamut Blockchain offers a fresh perspective, aligning validator economics with real usage. Discover Bahamut's new approach to validator rewards in our CoinDesk Research's latest report. In it we explore their novel Proof of Staking and Activity (PoSA) consensus mechanism and activity-weighted validator scoring system.Go to CoinDesk.com/Research to read more about the Bahamut Blockchain.-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 21Shares Head of U.S. Business Federico Brokate.To get the show every day, follow the podcast here.21Shares Head of U.S. Business Federico Brokate joins CoinDesk Live at the Injective Summit for a special edition of "Markets Daily," where he unpacks bitcoin's recent stability amid geopolitical tensions and the "tremendous maturity" it signals.This content should not be construed or relied upon as investment advice. It is for entertainment and general information purposes.-This episode was hosted by Jennifer Sanasie and Andy Baehr. “Markets 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.

Presented by Adam Maguire.

And, just like that...we're not talking to Canada about tariffs.  How do we know? President Trump threw a hissy and cancelled any deals with our neighbor to the north.  Oh, and there is more about tariffs in our first story.  Welcome to the Business News Headlines for Friday the 27th day of June, thanks for being here.  In other news inflation ticked up in May and you are not buying as much…we'll share details. The markets did very well.  But the economy is contracting. The Smucker company is doing away with artificial dyes and joins a growing list of companies doing the same.   Expect a higher amount of fraud and abuse as the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau has its funding cut in half. The Wall Street Report and there will soon be new hours for some Costco members…not all but…some.  Let's go! Thanks for listening! The award winning Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday business news podcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and some local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday. You can subscribe on  PlayerFM, Podbean, iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher or TuneIn Radio. And you can catch The Business News Hour Week in Review each Sunday Noon Central on News/Talk 1540 KXEL. The Business News Hour is a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications. You can follow us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour...and on Threads @Insight_On_Business.

Host Jennifer Sanasie breaks down the latest news in the crypto industry as Metaplanet has become the fifth largest corporate holder of bitcoin.Metaplanet has become the fifth largest corporate holder of bitcoin, racing past Elon Musk's Tesla. The firm bought 1,234 BTC for $133 million, taking its stash to over 12,000 bitcoin. And, what's driving the surge in SEI's native token? CoinDesk's Jennifer Sanasie hosts “CoinDesk Daily.”-Ledn is the leading platform for Bitcoin-backed loans, offering a secure and transparent way to unlock liquidity without selling your Bitcoin. Ledn has issued over $9 billion in loans since 2018 and has never lost a single satoshi of client assets, earning a reputation as the name you can trust in the crypto space.Visit ledn.io to learn more. -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 is happening at HPE Discover? This week Technology Now is dialing into to HPE Discover Las Vegas, HPE's annual customer and partner event. Our reporter on the ground, Sam Jarrell, is joined by HPE's President and CEO, Antonio Neri, to explore the show floor and learn more about this year's event. This episode is available in both video and audio formats. This is Technology Now, a weekly show from Hewlett Packard Enterprise. Every week, hosts Michael Bird and Aubrey Lovell look at a story that's been making headlines, take a look at the technology behind it, and explain why it matters to organizations.About Antonio Neri:https://www.hpe.com/uk/en/leadership-bios/antonio-neri.htmlThis Week in History:https://www.iaea.org/sites/default/files/26404794246.pdfhttps://world-nuclear.org/information-library/current-and-future-generation/nuclear-power-in-the-world-today

Damien O'Reilly, retail analyst and lecturer at TU Dublin, on the significance of 100 job losses at the retailer Penneys as part of cuts by parent firm Primark.

NATO leaders agree to ramp up defence spending to 5% of GDP, with Europe breathing a sigh of relief as U.S. President Donald Trump renews his commitment to the military alliance. Over in Brussels, attention now turns to the European Council summit - with the bloc's leaders set to discuss how to align defence efforts around ongoing support for Ukraine and a volatile situation in the Middle East. Meanwhile, Shell denies renewed reports it is in early stage talks to buy rival BP - a deal that could create an energy giant worth some £200 billion. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Latest news from Radio New Zealand's business team.

Business news for 27 June 2025.

Midday Business News for 26 June 2025.

Latest news from Radio New Zealand's business team.

Business news for 27 June 2025.

Host Jennifer Sanasie breaks down the latest news in the crypto industry as Republic is set to let retail investors gain exposure to SpaceX.Investment firm Republic is set to let retail investors gain exposure to Elon Musk's SpaceX, one of tech's most coveted startups. Plus, will we see a Truth Social Bitcoin and Ethereum ETF listed on the New York Stock Exchange? CoinDesk's Jennifer Sanasie hosts “CoinDesk Daily.”-Ledn is the leading platform for Bitcoin-backed loans, offering a secure and transparent way to unlock liquidity without selling your Bitcoin. Ledn has issued over $9 billion in loans since 2018 and has never lost a single satoshi of client assets, earning a reputation as the name you can trust in the crypto space.Visit ledn.io to learn more. -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.

0xBunzy discusses how Bitcoin's limitations drive innovation in developer tools and censorship-resistant art storage.You're listening to Bitcoin Season 2. Subscribe to the newsletter, trusted by over 16,000 Bitcoiners: https://newsletter.blockspacemedia.comWelcome back to Bitcoin Season 2! Today, @0xBunzy, Bitcoin developer and creator of foundational tools, joins us to talk about Laser Eyes, the open source wallet connection library that's become essential infrastructure; Beat Blocks, an inscription tool for putting music on Bitcoin's blockchain; and why Bitcoin's constraints spark the most creative innovations in art and developer tooling.Subscribe to the newsletter! https://newsletter.blockspacemedia.comNOTES:• Opus codec compresses 40% smaller than MP3• Multiple major apps now use Laser Eyes• npm installs track Bitcoin dev growth• Beat Blocks uses recursive inscriptions• P5 library enables high-quality visuals• Bitcoin friction creates better artTimestamps:00:00 Start01:11 How does Bunzy explain his job?02:49 Laser Eyes06:39 Modulat wallet construction08:39 Beat Blocks14:24 Browser UI experience16:41 Art on Bitcoin as culture20:32 Wrap up-

Presented by Gail Conway.

This shouldn't come as a surprise but guess who gets what is being called the "golden share" in the Nippon Steel takeover of U.S. Steel.  If you guessed Donald Trump...you win!  This is the Business News Headlines for Wednesday the 25th day of June, thanks for being with us. In other news mortgage buyers are ordered to accept cryptocurrency.  The Budget Bill and the IRS made the news today.  The dating app Bumble is laying off workers and why. We've got the Wall Street Report and McDonalds responds to the newest boycott of its restaurants and why that boycott is happening.  Let's go. Thanks for listening! The award winning Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday business news podcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and some local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday. You can subscribe on  PlayerFM, Podbean, iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher or TuneIn Radio. And you can catch The Business News Hour Week in Review each Sunday Noon Central on News/Talk 1540 KXEL. The Business News Hour is a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications. You can follow us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour...and on Threads @Insight_On_Business.

Donald Trump heads to the NATO summit in the Hague, with Secretary-General Mark Rutte hailing the U.S. President's 'big success' as leaders back deeper defence spending. Meanwhile, President Trump insists Iran's nuclear sites were 'completely destroyed' by US strikes, despite NBC sources suggesting the operation only set the country's nuclear programme back by as little as three months. Wall Street rallies on signs the ceasefire is holding, while crude prices look to claw back some of this week's losses. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Business news for 26 June 2025.

Latest news from Radio New Zealand's business team.

Business news for 26 June 2025.

Latest news from Radio New Zealand's business team.

Midday Business News for 25 June 2025

Host Jennifer Sanasie breaks down the latest news in the crypto industry as bitcoin reclaims $105K amid tensions in the Middle East.Bitcoin climbed back up above $105,000 after U.S. President Donald Trump announced a ceasefire between Israel and Iran on Monday. Will the alleged violations of the truce cause any uncertainties across the broader market? CoinDesk's Jennifer Sanasie hosts “CoinDesk Daily.”-Ledn is the leading platform for Bitcoin-backed loans, offering a secure and transparent way to unlock liquidity without selling your Bitcoin. Ledn has issued over $9 billion in loans since 2018 and has never lost a single satoshi of client assets, earning a reputation as the name you can trust in the crypto space.Visit ledn.io to learn more. -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.

For today's show, we cover why Bitcoin ATMs are one of the best, most lucrative businesses in Bitcoin.FILL OUT THE MINING POD SURVEY BY CLICKING HEREWelcome back to The Mining Pod! Today, Brandon Bailey of Second Gate Advisory joins Will to talk about Bitcoin ATMs, an overlooked Bitcoin business model with massive potential. In Q1 2025, Bitcoin Depot generated $164.2M in revenue, a 19% increase year-over-year, while outperforming miners in cash flow per unit. We explore why physical ATMs matter in a digital world, expansion opportunities, and how this could be the next big Bitcoin treasury play.Subscribe to our newsletter! **Notes:**• Bitcoin Depot: $333.1M revenue, +92% YoY• 30,000 Bitcoin ATMs vs 500K traditional ATMs • ATMs generate $30-40/day vs miners $10-11/day• 4% of Americans (5.6M people) are unbanked• Average transaction size around $300• 1,300 reserve machines ready for deploymentTimestamps:00:00:00:00 Start00:01:33:16 Report overview00:02:48:20 Bitcoin Depot financials00:05:30:06 Other BTC treasury companies00:08:52:26 Colorado Air Filter00:10:57:14 Increasing revenue multiple00:13:30:08 ATM business history00:15:03:16 Stablecoins00:16:37:26 Fractal Bitcoin00:17:12:25 Physical cash economy00:19:33:22 Why haven't traditional ATMs added BTC?00:21:10:20 Per machine cashflows00:25:27:09 Expansion opportunity00:31:00:10 Coinflip00:33:06:11 Wrap up

An exclusive interview with Beeple about AI, crypto and digital art on "CoinDesk Spotlight."Mike Winkelmann, aka Beeple, joins Sam Ewen on an episode of "CoinDesk Spotlight" with a conversation about the transformative potential of AI and the journey that led him from computer science to digital art and the NFT ecosystem. Beeple shares insights into the evolution of his artwork, the role of technology in his creative process, and the impact of AI tools in pushing the boundaries of digital art.-This content should not be construed or relied upon as investment advice. It is for entertainment and general information purposes.-Ledn is the leading platform for Bitcoin-backed loans, offering a secure and transparent way to unlock liquidity without selling your Bitcoin. Ledn has issued over $9 billion in loans since 2018 and has never lost a single satoshi of client assets, earning a reputation as the name you can trust in the crypto space.Visit ledn.io to learn more. -This episode was hosted by Sam Ewen.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Presented by Gail Conway.

Fed Chair Jerome Powell said rate cuts will have to...wait and the president lashed out, yet again. This is the Business News Headlines for Tuesday the 24th day of June, thanks for being with us again today. In other news, the president says if you don't speak fluent English…you can't drive a truck or a school bus. Ready for some good news?  You have picked up on your giving to charities. A cargo ship with vehicles headed to Mexico…sinks. Krispy Kreme donuts…exit McDonald's and why.  The Wall Street Report and news about Amazon and their new delivery plans.  For the conversation you'll meet one of the founders of the Iowa Agribusiness Radio Network.  My guest, Russ Parker tells us he is first a sales guy then a radio guy…and over the years he's done very well.  Russ Parker for the interview but first the news. Thanks for listening! The award winning Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday business news podcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and some local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday. You can subscribe on  PlayerFM, Podbean, iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher or TuneIn Radio. And you can catch The Business News Hour Week in Review each Sunday Noon Central on News/Talk 1540 KXEL. The Business News Hour is a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications. You can follow us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour...and on Threads @Insight_On_Business.

President Trump announced on Truth Social that an Iran-Israel ceasefire is in effect, calling on both nations to stand down weapons and stick to the agreement. Meanwhile, the leaders of France and Germany say NATO's new spending target will strengthen its European pillar ahead of a crucial summit in the Hague, with Secretary General Mark Rutte pledging action. In Germany, industry leaders weighed in on the impact of conflict in the Middle East, with Deutsche Bank CEO Chirstian Sewing telling CNBC the corporate world is now better prepared to weather the storm.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Business news for 25 June 2025.

Latest news from Radio New Zealand's business team.

Business news for 25 June 2025.

Midday Business News for 24 June 2025

Latest news from Radio New Zealand's business team.

Yield Guild Games founder Gabby Dizon breaks down the state of Web3 gaming, from Axie Infinity's cultural moment to building sustainable crypto-native games today.Gabby Dizon founded Yield Guild Games during the height of the Axie Infinity craze, helping players in developing markets access play-to-earn opportunities through innovative guild structures. In this conversation, he shares insights on what made Axie a watershed moment, why gaming guilds remain relevant despite market downturns and how his team is approaching casual crypto gaming with their new title LOL Land.Links mentioned from the podcast: YGG WebsiteGabby's TwitterWatch this episode on video:YouTubeCoinDeskFollow us on Twitter: Sam Ewen, CoinDesk-"Gen C" features hosts 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.

Presented by Adam Maguire.

And the heat…continues.  This is the business news headlines for Monday the 23rd day of June and another heat index here in Iowa of 105.  In the business news headlines, stocks surged while oil sank…on the hope of limited counter attacks by Iran.  Elon Musk is betting that you will soon be hailing a Robotaxi.  More Democrats and Independents sour on renewable energy according to a new poll. Speaking of energy New York State may soon get another nuclear power plant. We'll have the Wall Street Report and a big fight between two online listing companies goes to court.  For the Interview you'll hear from Ro Crosbie from Tero International about Sprint a book by Jake Knapp that will have an amazing impact on your ability to test market your next product or service…but first the news. Thanks for listening! The award winning Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday business news podcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and some local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday. You can subscribe on  PlayerFM, Podbean, iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher or TuneIn Radio. And you can catch The Business News Hour Week in Review each Sunday Noon Central on News/Talk 1540 KXEL. The Business News Hour is a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications. You can follow us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour...and on Threads @Insight_On_Business.

The U.S strikes three Iranian nuclear facilities over the weekend and President Trump has hinted at potential regime change in the country. Iranian foreign minister Abbas Araghchi has warned of a hard-hitting response while European leaders have urged a return to the negotiating table. Oil moves higher but markets are sanguine despite the Iranian parliament's vote to close off the Strait of HormuzSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Latest news from Radio New Zealand's business team.

Business News for 24 June 2025

Business News for 24 June 2025

Latest news from Radio New Zealand's business team.

The markets are a bit jumpy after events in Iran.

Bitcoin treasury strategies are all the rage, but are they actually sustainable?You're listening to Bitcoin Season 2. Subscribe to the newsletter, trusted by over 7,000 Bitcoiners: https://newsletter.blockspacemedia.comWelcome back to Bitcoin Season 2! Today, Colin and Charlie talk about the explosive growth of Bitcoin treasury companies and their financial engineering strategies. They break down Strategy's convertible debt playbook, examine why these companies trade at premiums to their Bitcoin holdings, and debate whether this trend is sustainable or an elaborate house of cards waiting to collapse.Subscribe to the newsletter! https://newsletter.blockspacemedia.com**Notes:**• MicroStrategy holds 592,100 Bitcoin• Q1 2025 revenue: $111 million • Convertible notes have 0-1% interest rates• Bitcoin needs to drop way low for liquidation• Preferred shares pay 8-10% dividends• Annual obligations: $10-20 billionTimestamps:00:00 Start02:59 Strategy (formerly micro)10:42 Types of companies15:13 Preferred stock24:57 Closed end fund dynamics-

SUMMARYIn this episode of "Right About Now," host Ryan Alford recaps major business news from June 20, 2025. Topics include Amazon's shift to AI-driven job replacements and hydrogen fuel cell trucks, the return of dollar menus at fast food chains, Walmart's rollout of drone delivery, new international AI safety regulations, expanding right-to-repair laws, and IKEA's launch of micro-stores. Alford emphasizes the importance of adapting to technological and market changes, offering actionable insights for businesses and consumers navigating a rapidly evolving landscape.TAKEAWAYSAmazon's job replacements due to advancements in AI technologyIntroduction of hydrogen fuel cell trucks by Amazon for sustainable logisticsRevival of dollar menus in fast food chains to attract customersWalmart's operational drone delivery service for rapid deliveryEstablishment of international AI safety regulations through the Geneva AccordPush for right-to-repair laws allowing consumers to repair their own devicesIKEA's development of micro-stores to enhance the shopping experienceImportance of adapting to technological changes in the business landscapeStrategies for businesses to leverage new trends and innovationsThe competitive landscape between major retailers like Amazon and WalmartSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Summer is coming, and that means mining curtailment in Texas. FILL OUT THE MINING POD SURVEY BY CLICKING HEREWelcome back to The Mining Pod! Today, Haley Thomson from Luxor Technology joins Will and Colin to discuss how Texas bitcoin miners are adapting to 4CP, peak load occurrences in the ERCOT system. On the news front, the trio covers US-listed public miners reaching a record 31.6% of Bitcoin's hashrate, Antalpha's stellar Q1, and growing concerns about whether or not the growing corporate treasury strategy trend is becoming a bubble.Subscribe to our newsletter! **Notes:**• US miners hit 31.6% network hash rate record• Antalpha's loan book grew to $1.77B in Q1• Texas miners represent 15-20% global hash rate• Hash prices just above $50 per petahash/day• 3.5% of Texas peak load is flexible miningTimestamps:00:00 Start02:05 Difficulty Report by Luxor06:09 Antalpha lending book & Tether11:47 Fractal Bitcoin12:24 ERCOT electricity market26:07 JP Morgan report35:39 Corporate crypto treasury bubble44:08 Cry Corner: Semler Scientific Warning Sign

Host Sam Ewen breaks down the latest news in the crypto industry as Arizona moved closer to establishing a BTC reserve.Arizona moved closer to establishing a reserves fund for bitcoin after the state's Senate voted in favor of bill HB2324 at its third reading and a North Korean hacking group is using Python-based malware disguised as fake job applications to target crypto workers. CoinDesk's Sam Ewen hosts “CoinDesk Daily.”-Ledn is the leading platform for Bitcoin-backed loans, offering a secure and transparent way to unlock liquidity without selling your Bitcoin. Ledn has issued over $9 billion in loans since 2018 and has never lost a single satoshi of client assets, earning a reputation as the name you can trust in the crypto space.Visit ledn.io to learn more. -This episode was hosted by Sam Ewen.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.