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Timestamps:6:03 – Breakdown of FICO15:15 – Futures Trading Tip of the Week18:37 – Trump's $2K Tariff Plan34:46 – Burry's Shorts on NVDA & Palantir46:00 – What to Do After Becoming a Millionaire59:00 – Is Google the Sleeper AI Giant?1:04:10 – Holiday Market Play: Crypto or Stocks?1:08:20 – Trump x NVO x LLY Partnership Breakdown1:15:46 – Pre-Recession Indicators to Watch1:24:53 – CMG vs. CAVA Investment Outlook1:28:20 – End of Government Shutdown1:32:00 – Key Market Indicators for 20271:33:22 – Weekly Earnings RecapIn this week's Market Mondays, we break down everything from Trump's $2,000 plan to the future of AI and the latest market indicators signaling what's ahead for investors.We start with a deep dive into FICO scores and how they impact your financial future, then move into futures trading tips and Trump's bold plan to give every American $2,000 from tariff profits.We also discuss Michael Burry's short positions against Nvidia and Palantir, whether Google is the sleeper giant in AI, and what to do after you become a millionaire.Plus — we analyze Trump's new partnership with Novo Nordisk and Eli Lilly, what it means for biotech investors, and which markets — crypto or stocks — to focus on during the holiday season.As the government shutdown ends, we reveal key pre-recession indicators to watch, whether Chipotle (CMG) or CAVA are smart plays right now, and what signals could define the path to 2027.#MarketMondays #EarnYourLeisure #Investing #StockMarket #Crypto #FuturesTrading #TrumpEconomy #AIStocks #NVDA #Google #Palantir #NVO #LLY #FinancialEducation #WealthBuilding #RecessionPrep #EYLOur Sponsors:* Check out PNC Bank: https://www.pnc.com* Check out Square: https://square.com/go/eylSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/marketmondays/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Johann Kerbrat, SVP and GM of Crypto at Robinhood, shares the company's vision for democratizing finance by prioritizing customer access and education. In this episode of Gen C, Johann Kerbrat, SVP and GM of Crypto at Robinhood, discusses how the platform approaches the digital asset space, prioritizing access and education over institutional control. Robinhood's investment in stablecoins, tokenization, and Layer 2 technology represents a clear bet on the next generation of decentralized financial infrastructure. - Links mentioned from the podcast: Johann's Twitter Robinhood Website - Follow us on Twitter:  Sam Ewen, CoinDesk -From our sponsors: Break the cycle of exploitation. Break down the barriers to truth. Break into the next generation of privacy. Break Free. Free to scroll without being monetized. Free from censorship. Freedom without fear. We deserve more when it comes to privacy. Experience the next generation of blockchain that is private and inclusive by design. Break free with Midnight, visit midnight.network/break-free OwlTing (Nasdaq: OWLS) is building invisible rails for global payments. With OwlPay, businesses and users can bridge fiat and stablecoins, send money instantly across borders, and access stablecoin checkout at lower costs. Licensed worldwide, OwlTing delivers secure, compliant, and regulated infrastructure for the digital economy. Learn more at https://www.owlting.com/portal/?lang=en&utm_source=CoinDesk&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=CoinDesk_Banner Genius Group has partnered with CoinDesk for Bitcoin Treasury Month, launching the Genius x CoinDesk Quest. Participants can join the Bitcoin Academy, complete free microcourses from experts like Natalie Brunell and Saifedean Ammous, and enter to win 1,000,000 GEMs (worth 1 BTC) promoting bitcoin education and adoption.                                                                            CTA: geniusgroup.ai/coindesk-bitcoin-treasury-month/ - "Gen C" features host Sam Ewen. Executive produced by Uyen Truong.

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Asheesh Birla, CEO of Evernorth, interview. We discuss all the details of Evernorth's $1 billion XRP digital asset treasury.Topics: - Evernorth's mission as a XRP Treasury - Plans to go public on Nasdaq - How will XRP be purchased and will capital raise go beyond $1 billion - Preparing for a bear market - DATs vs ETFs Brought to you by 

Crypto News: Scott Bessent says the US Treasury and IRS approve staking in crypto ETFs. The Senate Agriculture committee has released its long-awaited bipartisan crypto market structure discussion draft.Brought to you by

The crypto market is roaring back to life as a wave of regulatory clarity, government action, and institutional adoption hits all at once. The U.S. government has officially reopened after weeks of shutdown turmoil, restoring stability and fueling optimism across financial markets. Meanwhile, Senate lawmakers unveiled a long-awaited crypto market structure draft bill, proposing to give the CFTC primary oversight of digital assets — a historic step toward regulatory certainty.

This episode of "Crypto Town" brings together a panel of industry voices to discuss the crypto market's latest price action, the government's economic stimulus measures, and shifting dynamics between major cryptocurrencies and altcoins. The hosts and guests dissect recent policy moves such as Trump's proposal of 50-year mortgages and $2,000 stimulus checks, as well as institutional moves into Bitcoin ETFs. The core aim is to make sense of the current market bounce, examine cyclical versus structural change in crypto, and debate the future of altcoins in a rapidly maturing sector.

Leanna Byrne gets reactions as a woman known as the Chinese crypto queen has been sentenced to jail in London for laundering billions in stolen bitcoin. Qian Zhimin was convicted of trying to launder more than sixty thousand bitcoins now worth around six and a half billion dollars.In Germany, OpenAI faces a legal setback after a court ruled it infringed copyright by reproducing song lyrics without permission.And Japan's SoftBank cashes out of Nvidia.

XRP is showing explosive momentum, and traders are watching closely. Could this be the start of the long-awaited rally toward the $5 target?

A new $73 trillion crypto forecast is spreading across social media — but is it realistic, or just another market trap?

Ruth Rogers, Baroness Rogers of Riverside, CBE, is an American and British chef who owns and runs the Michelin-starred Italian restaurant The River Café in Hammersmith, London. Get her cookbook River Cafe London: Thirty Years of Recipes and the Story of a Much-Loved Restaurant: A Cookbook Anthony Scaramucci is the founder and managing partner of SkyBridge, a global alternative investment firm, and founder and chairman of SALT, a global thought leadership forum and venture studio. He is the host of the podcast Open Book with Anthony Scaramucci. A graduate of Tufts University and Harvard Law School, he lives in Manhasset, Long Island.

Watch The X22 Report On Video No videos found (function(w,d,s,i){w.ldAdInit=w.ldAdInit||[];w.ldAdInit.push({slot:17532056201798502,size:[0, 0],id:"ld-9437-3289"});if(!d.getElementById(i)){var j=d.createElement(s),p=d.getElementsByTagName(s)[0];j.async=true;j.src="https://cdn2.decide.dev/_js/ajs.js";j.id=i;p.parentNode.insertBefore(j,p);}})(window,document,"script","ld-ajs");pt> Click On Picture To See Larger PictureThe EU and other countries are heading in the opposite direction of the US. They are moving towards a CBDC and total control of their population. The US is going to break free from the [CB] enslavement. Trump will be returning the buying power back to the people and its going to shock everyone. The D's just admitted that they were responsible for the shutdown, they received nothing and made the people suffer. Did Trump and team shutdown private flights to keep the [DS] players in this country? Trump pardons the electors and those who were investigating election fraud. Election rigging is about to be exposed to the world. Justice is coming.   Economy https://twitter.com/shanaka86/status/1987750485840031806?s=20 1. Cash Over €10,000 Becoming "Illegal Tender" in January 2027 What's true: Starting in summer 2027 (not precisely January), there will be an EU-wide limit on cash payments for goods and services: no more than €10,000 per transaction (or linked transactions). This applies across all 27 member states, though countries can set lower thresholds if they want (e.g., some already have limits around €1,000–€3,000). The goal is to curb illicit cash flows used for crime. What's false: Cash itself doesn't become "illegal tender"—you can still hold unlimited euros in cash, withdraw it from banks, or use it for smaller payments without issue. The restriction is only on using cash to pay for things above the limit (e.g., you couldn't buy a €15,000 car in cash without switching to wire transfer or card). Violators face fines or penalties, but it's not a blanket criminalization of cash holdings. This builds on existing rules but standardizes them EU-wide for the first time. 2. Every Bitcoin Needing "Government Permission" What's true: The rules ban anonymous crypto-asset accounts or wallets held through service providers (e.g., exchanges like Binance). Crypto firms must perform customer due diligence (CDD)—verifying identities—for any accounts they manage, similar to how banks already handle fiat accounts. Privacy-focused coins (e.g., Monero, Zcash) and unhosted (self-custodied) wallets face extra scrutiny if used for high-risk activities, and anonymous services will be prohibited. What's false: There's no requirement for "government permission" to own or transfer individual Bitcoins (or any crypto). You can still hold Bitcoin in a personal wallet, mine it, or peer-to-peer trade it without approval, as long as it's not through a regulated service that demands KYC (know-your-customer) checks. This ties into the broader Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) regulation (effective 2024–2026), which licenses crypto platforms but doesn't micromanage personal holdings. The "permission" angle misrepresents standard AML checks, which apply to businesses handling crypto, not everyday users. 3. Every Transaction Becoming a "Datapoint in Brussels' Surveillance Grid" What's true: Financial institutions (banks, payment providers, crypto exchanges) must report suspicious transactions to national Financial Intelligence Units (FIUs), which share data via a new EU-level Anti-Money Laundering Authority (AMLA) based in Frankfurt (not Brussels). CDD kicks in for occasional transactions over €10,000, and high-risk activities (e.g., complex/large transfers) get extra monitoring. Records must be kept for 5 years. What's false: Not every transaction is tracked or reported—only suspicious ones, high-value occasional deals, or those flagged under risk-based rules. Everyday purchases (e.g.,

Between 2014 and 2017 thousands of ordinary Chinese people handed their money over to a company that promised them fabulous riches by helping them to ride the wave of the future - cryptocurrency. That vision collapsed when the shadowy figure behind it, Qian Zhimin, fled to the UK with a Bitcoin stash bought with their money.She settled down in London, planning her comeback as the Queen of Liberland, a scrap of land on the banks of the Danube. But her downfall began when she botched an attempt to buy a north London mansion. This alerted the police, who arrested Qian and seized a stash of Bitcoin now worth billions of dollars.Many investors put everything they had into the company. Several have now told the BBC how they were persuaded to invest, and how the company's collapse led to personal and financial ruin.Now, as Qian is sentenced, the question remains: will the victims get their money back?

BlackRock's Head of Crypto Robbie Mitchnick joins Ryan to unpack how institutions are actually allocating (and why correlation to “digital gold” matters), what the ETF data says about demand for BTC and ETH, and why the October leverage flush didn't dent long-term adoption. We dig into BlackRock's tokenization roadmap, from the BUIDL-style tokenized money market funds and the Genius Act angle to the stablecoin flywheel, plus what's still missing: secondary liquidity and pragmatic regulatory clarity. Robbie lays out a realistic 24–36 month path, a 2026 “show-me” phase for real utility, and candid advice for allocators on sizing and asset selection. ------

Learn how first-generation wealth builders create financial freedom and what stablecoins could mean for your savings. How do you build wealth when you're the first in your family to be able to do so? And can stablecoins really out-earn your savings account? Host Elizabeth Ayoola and Sean Pyles explore generational wealth-building and the myths and realities of stablecoins in a rapidly changing cryptocurrency environment. Joined by entrepreneurs and fiancés Ronne Brown and Courtney Hale, Elizabeth kicks off the first segment with a heartfelt look at how first-generation wealth builders are redefining what it means to be “rich.” Ronne and Courtney share their journeys from modest beginnings to financial independence, relaying how childhood lessons shaped their values, how they built multiple income streams through entrepreneurship, and the steps they're taking to continue building generational wealth together. They discuss the power of investing early, using real estate and the stock market strategically, and protecting assets through estate planning and life insurance. Then, investing writer Sam Taube joins Sean and Elizabeth to break down the difference between Bitcoin and stablecoins — and whether high-yield stablecoins are too good to be true. They explore how the Genius Act changes crypto regulation, how yield-bearing stablecoins compare to high-yield savings accounts, and what risks investors should consider before diving in. They discuss how to find a balance between risk and reward in crypto-based savings options, how stablecoins actually earn yield, and why traditional banking products still offer peace of mind for the risk-averse. Best High-Yield Savings Accounts of November 2025 https://www.nerdwallet.com/banking/best/high-yield-online-savings-accounts  The Costs of Being Unbanked (and How to Minimize Them) https://www.nerdwallet.com/banking/studies/data-unbanked  Crypto staking: What it is, how it works, calculator https://www.nerdwallet.com/article/investing/how-crypto-staking-works  Want us to review your budget? Fill out this form — completely anonymously if you want — and we might feature your budget in a future segment! https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScK53yAufsc4v5UpghhVfxtk2MoyooHzlSIRBnRxUPl3hKBig/viewform?usp=header In their conversation, the Nerds discuss: financial independence, building generational wealth, multigenerational money mindset, family legacy planning, breaking the cycle of poverty, entrepreneurship strategies, business ownership, side hustles, wealth psychology, mindset shifts, money trauma, minority entrepreneurship, real estate investing, stock investing basics, portfolio diversification, passive income streams, estate strategy, life insurance for families, trust and wills, crypto investing, digital currency regulation, crypto yield risks, yield-bearing coins, decentralized finance, DeFi savings, crypto-backed savings accounts, tokenized assets, stablecoin interest rates, inflation hedge, risk management, safe investing, traditional bank safety, asset protection, long-term wealth growth, market volatility, risk versus reward, financial resilience, and balancing traditional and digital assets. To send the Nerds your money questions, call or text the Nerd hotline at 901-730-6373 or email podcast@nerdwallet.com. Like what you hear? Please leave us a review and tell a friend. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Professor Ivette Fuentes makes impossible physics testable, with verified predictions on the Casimir effect and quantum vacuum. Now she's building a "third way" to quantum gravity, a surprisingly simple model that changes both quantum mechanics and relativity instead of forcing one to dominate the other. SPONSORS: - As a listener of TOE you can get a special 20% off discount to The Economist and all it has to offer! Visit https://www.economist.com/toe SUPPORT: - Support me on Substack: https://curtjaimungal.substack.com/subscribe - Support me on Crypto: https://commerce.coinbase.com/checkout/de803625-87d3-4300-ab6d-85d4258834a9 - Support me on PayPal: https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=XUBHNMFXUX5S4 JOIN MY SUBSTACK (Personal Writings): https://curtjaimungal.substack.com LISTEN ON SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/4gL14b92xAErofYQA7bU4e TIMESTAMPS: - 00:00 - A Third Way to Quantum Gravity - 07:35 - Vacuum-Induced Berry Phase - 12:30 - Dynamical Casimir Effect - 19:02 - Stagnation in Physics? - 29:25 - A Third Way to Unification - 38:20 - What is Physics? - 43:43 - What is Entanglement? - 56:11 - Observer-Dependent Entanglement - 1:03:20 - Advice for Students LINKS MENTIONED: - Ivette's First Appearance [TOE]: https://youtu.be/cUj2TcZSlZc - Ivette's Published Papers: https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=W7-xksIAAAAJ&hl=en - Ivette's Website: https://ivettefuentes.weebly.com/ - Berry Phase: https://www.sciencedirect.com/topics/mathematics/berry-phase - Maria Violaris [TOE]: https://youtu.be/Iya6tYN37ow - Casimir Effect: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Casimir_effect - Towards Universal Quantum Computation Through Relativistic Motion [Paper]: https://arxiv.org/pdf/1311.5619 - SQUID: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/SQUID - Observation Of The Dynamical Casimir Effect In A Superconducting Circuit [Paper]: https://arxiv.org/pdf/1105.4714 - Generating Multimode Entangled Microwaves With A Superconducting Parametric Cavity [Paper]: https://arxiv.org/pdf/1709.00083 - Sir Roger Penrose [TOE]: https://youtu.be/iO03t21xhdk - String Theory Iceberg [TOE]: https://youtu.be/X4PdPnQuwjY - Felix Finster [TOE]: https://youtu.be/fXzO_KAqrh0 - Jonathan Oppenheim [TOE]: https://youtu.be/6Z_p3viqW1g - Ted Jacobson [TOE]: https://youtu.be/3mhctWlXyV8 - Jacob Barandes [TOE]: https://youtu.be/wrUvtqr4wOs - Tim Maudlin [TOE]: https://youtu.be/fU1bs5o3nss - Bertlemann's Socks And The Nature Of Reality [Paper]: https://cds.cern.ch/record/142461/files/198009299.pdf - Perimeter Institute: https://perimeterinstitute.ca/ - Alice Falls Into A Black Hole [Paper]: https://arxiv.org/pdf/quant-ph/0410172 - Observer Dependent Entanglement [Paper]: https://arxiv.org/pdf/1210.2223 - Frederic Schuller [TOE]: https://youtu.be/Bnh-UNrxYZg - Vacuum Induced Spin-1/2 Berry Phase [Paper]: https://arxiv.org/pdf/quant-ph/0202128 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Linktree: ⁠https://linktr.ee/Analytic⁠Join The Normandy For Additional Bonus Audio And Visual Content For All Things Nme+! Join Here: ⁠https://ow.ly/msoH50WCu0K⁠Dive deep into the 68th Grammy Awards (2026) with Analytic Dreamz on Notorious Mass Effect. This segment breaks down the February 1, 2026 ceremony at Crypto.com Arena, Los Angeles, covering the Aug 31, 2024–Aug 30, 2025 eligibility window. Kendrick Lamar dominates with 9 nominations, including Record, Song, and Album of the Year—GNX marks his historic 5th consecutive Album of the Year nod. Lady Gaga earns 7, her first triple-major category sweep for Mayhem. Jack Antonoff and Cirkut tie at 7; Bad Bunny secures 6, becoming the first Spanish-language artist nominated across Song, Record, and Album of the Year. Sabrina Carpenter, Leon Thomas, and Serban Ghenea each grab 6. Taylor Swift scores 0 due to The Life of a Showgirl releasing Oct 3, 2025—outside the window—with no qualifying 2024–2025 content. New categories include Best Traditional Country Album (spotlighting Willie Nelson, Margo Price) and Best Album Cover; Best Country Album renamed Best Contemporary Country Album. Insights highlight rap, rock, Latin, and Tiny Desk alumni like Clipse (5 noms) and Leon Thomas' “Mutt.” Broadcast on CBS/Paramount+ with 95 categories. Analytic Dreamz delivers nominee stats, cultural trends, and Swift's 14-win legacy.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/analytic-dreamz-notorious-mass-effect/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Crypto News: Bitcoin price starts to rise as US government reopens, Trump suggests $2,000 tariff dividend for Americans, and Fed to return to QE. U.S. Regulator That May Rule Over Digital Assets Pushing Toward Crypto Spot Trading.Brought to you by ✅ VeChain is a versatile enterprise-grade L1 smart contract platform https://www.vechain.org/ 

Sergey Nazarov, Co-Founder of Chainlink, and I sat down at SmartCon to discuss how Chainlink is orchestrating the connection between blockchains, DeFi, and TradFi.Brought to you by

Big Truss Tuesday A BIG show for your Big Truss Tuesday fam... Hey we aren't all perfect and this show will truly showcase that!... When did you realise you were and idiot, what was it that made you go HMMM OOOH yup I'm an idiot... Even true love can have it moments of learning as not all fairytales are glitz and claim... Jordan had a moment that caused him to reflect, question, learn AND realise that what he had done wasn't the smartest of moves ALL withing 0.275 seconds... And we have another amazing chat for you today with our partners at Sharesies, with Will stopping by to talk about their newest offering, Crypto! *Sharesies Disclaimer*Sharesies Crypto is offered by Sharesies Crypto Limited. Crypto is different to other types of investments and has different risks. Crypto is generally considered a high-risk investment, which means it carries potential for higher returns, but also carries higher potential for loss. It's not suitable for everyone, especially if you're uncomfortable with the potential of losing some or all of your investment. You should consider your financial goals, risk appetite, investment timeframe, and overall portfolio before investing in crypto. Investing involves risk. You aren't guaranteed to make money, and you might lose the money you start with. We don't provide personalised advice or recommendations. Any information we provide is general only and current at the time written. You should consider seeking independent legal, financial, taxation or other advice when considering whether an investment is appropriate for your objectives, financial situation or needs. We are up for TikTok's 'NZ Creator Of The Year' Help us out at having the chance to secure our first ever award! LINK BELOW! ⁠https://activity.tiktok.com/magic/eco/runtime/release/68db3d397586c7033505ee50?appType=tiktok&magic_page_no=1&magic_source=search_hub&lang=en®ion=AU&fbclid=IwY2xjawN2m2NleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFnMnUzRkVNNGRJaWNReDNqAR4Y3MXVJkqsgq01nwiVCI8Cn7I4friR3LLPi2xL6Sa9_0k5JxJ2lIleDyKqww_aem_GnbVFSD0eRCHBl5XwmwCFw Hit that link below to stay caught up with anything and everything TMS. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.facebook.com/groups/3394787437503676/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ We dropped some merch! Use TMS for 10% off. Here is the link: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://youknowclothing.com/search?q=tms⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Thank you to the team at Chemist Warehouse for helping us keep the lights on, here at The Morning Shift... ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.chemistwarehouse.co.nz/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 00:00 - Intro 2:03 - Check In 6:15 - Daily Bread 15:05 - A Learning Moment For Jordan 24:59 - When Did You Realise You Were... 35:32 - Crypto W/Will From Sharesies 55:12 - Outro Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

For episode 623 of the BlockHash Podcast, host Brandon Zemp is joined by Scott Meadows, Head of Business Development at Coinbase. Scott discusses Coinbase’s plans around stablecoin infrastructure at both a consumer and institutional level, the role of the base network and how Coinbase plans to expand its product offerings heading into 2026. ⏳ Timestamps: (0:00) Introduction(0:55) Who is Scott Meadows?(2:33) Coinbase at Money20/20(5:30) New Coinbase Credit Card(6:35) Role of Coinbase in Stablecoin Infrastructure(9:06) Coinbase Developer Portal(10:34) Base Network(12:53) Future of Ecommerce(15:07) Crypto adoption among institutions(18:15) Coinbase roadmap for 2026(20:07) How to keep up with Coinbase(21:08) How to contact Coinbase for partnerships

Akshat Vaidya – Managing Partner & Co-Founder, MaelstromAkshat Vaidya is the Managing Partner and Co-Founder of Maelstrom, the family office founded by BitMEX co-founder Arthur Hayes. In this role, Akshat leads Maelstrom's investment strategy across its multiple verticals, including venture investments, liquid markets, and private equity deals. He oversees the recently launched Maelstrom Equity Fund I (a US$250 million fund) which focuses on acquiring mid-sized, profitable companies in the crypto-infrastructure space.Akshat's journey into digital assets began over a decade ago. He first started buying Bitcoin in 2013 while still working in traditional finance. Before co-founding Maelstrom, he served as Head of Corporate Development and M&A at BitMEX, where he led the exchange's expansion through acquisitions and strategic partnerships. Earlier in his career, Akshat was an investor at Granite Creek Capital Partners, executing leveraged buyouts and growth investments in U.S. middle-market companies. He holds a Bachelor's in Economics from the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania, combining a classic finance education with a forward-looking tech perspective.Under Akshat's leadership, Maelstrom has grown from a two-person family office into a multi-strategy investment platform. The firm now operates across venture capital, liquidity provisioning, and private equity initiatives. Akshat remains a champion of long-term value creation in a market often driven by hype and short cycles. He strives to bridge traditional financial rigor with digital-asset innovation, ensuring Maelstrom's portfolio is built on strong fundamentals and sustainable growth. LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/akshatvaidya/Adam Schlegel – Partner & Head of Private Equity, MaelstromAdam Schlegel is a Partner at Maelstrom, where he leads the firm's private equity strategy and heads its debut buyout vehicle, Maelstrom Equity Fund I. With over a decade of experience in traditional private equity and cross-border transactions, Adam brings institutional discipline to the evolving crypto-infrastructure space. He joined Maelstrom to expand its reach into buyouts of established crypto-industry companies, applying proven investment frameworks to this emerging sector.In his previous roles, Adam built a strong foundation in global finance. He was an Investor at Haveli Investments – the Austin-based private equity firm founded by Brian Sheth (co-founder of Vista Equity Partners) – focusing on enterprise SaaS buyouts and growth-equity deals. Prior to Haveli, he served as an Associate at Baring Private Equity Asia, executing large cross-border transactions across the Asia-Pacific region. Adam began his career as an Investment Banking Analyst in Morgan Stanley's Global Energy Group, where he gained experience in capital markets and corporate finance. He holds a Master of Arts in International Finance from Johns Hopkins University's School of Advanced International Studies (SAIS) and a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science (with a minor in Chinese) from Swarthmore College.At Maelstrom, Adam is driving the firm's expansion into private equity by identifying and acquiring crypto-infrastructure and data analytics companies that meet specific criteria. Adam's approach blends traditional buyout expertise with a deep understanding of how digital assets, stablecoins, and decentralized finance are transforming financial infrastructure worldwide. By applying classic private equity frameworks (e.g. rigorous due diligence, operational improvements, and long-term value creation plans) to crypto-enabled businesses, he aims to bridge the gap between conventional finance and the crypto economy. LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adam-schlegel-2b5247b/

As of Friday, 91% of companies reported earnings for the third quarter with 13.1% year-over-year growth, which is much stronger than the 7.9% expected. This week will likely be a pivotal week as investors weigh whether a correction is the next step for the market or if last week's tech selling is just a pause. Much of that will likely come down to if the shutdown ends. Related, the monthly inflation reports (CPI and PPI) are scheduled for Thursday though they may likely be delayed by the shutdown. 

From IT Career To Trading For A Living In episode 533 of the Desire To Trade Podcast, you will be listening to an interview with Thor Young — a former IT professional who transitioned into full-time trading after seeking a more flexible lifestyle. Thor shares his path from struggling beginner to consistent trader, revealing how he built his own Camarilla-based trading system and mastered his mindset. The conversation digs into trading psychology, accountability, and building a process that actually fits your personality and lifestyle. The video is also available for you to watch on YouTube. >> Watch the video recording! >> Get your copy of Thor's book: Complete Day Trading System Topics Covered In This Episode 00:00 Introduction 01:55 Who is Thor Young? 02:39 Why he left IT and what reshaped his goals 03:41 The early struggles: two years of "stopping the bleeding" 05:38 The turning point: mastering trading psychology 07:48 Mentorship, mindset, and performance coaching with Dr. V 09:19 Thor's trading style: range-based, Camarilla pivot system 11:45 Behind the system: learning from market makers and algos 14:13 Reliability of his pivot system 16:11 The key to consistency: accountability and following your own SOP 18:18 When Thor realized his approach needed a total reset 19:55 Why he prefers bigger targets over high-frequency scalping 23:11 Understanding range, value, and institutional order flow 26:33 Where to find Thor Young (links below) What did you like best in this podcast episode? Let's talk in the comments below, or join me in the Facebook group! Desire To Trade's Top Resources DesireToTRADE Forex Trader Community (free group!) Complete Price Action Strategy Checklist One-Page Trading Plan (free template) Recommended brokers: EightCap (preferred Crypto and FX Broker) AxiTrader (use our link to get a special bonus) Desire To TRADE Academy Get a copy of Prop Trading Secrets (Author: Kathy Lien & Etienne Crete) About The Desire To Trade Podcast Subscribe via iTunes (take 2 seconds and leave the podcast a review!) Subscribe via Stitcher Subscribe via TuneIn Subscribe via Google Play See all podcast episodes What one thing will you implement after listening to this podcast episode? Leave a comment below, or join me in the Facebook group! How to find Thor Young Instagram: @thoryoungbbt x/Twitter: @ThorYoung Book: Complete Day Trading System What one thing will you implement after listening to this podcast episode? Leave a comment below, or join me in the Facebook group!

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XRP Builder Burnout — Has Crypto Already Lost to Stablecoins? Has crypto already lost to stablecoins? The XRP community is feeling the strain — experiencing burnout, stalled growth, and a decline in innovation. Tonight we ask the hard question: Without XRP builders, is there even a future for crypto as stablecoins take over? We'll break down:

The regulatory environment has completely inverted. Stablecoins are now a top 20 holder of US treasuries. Every major bank wants in. In a16z Crypto's 2025 State of Crypto report, Daren Matsuoka (Head of Data) and Eddy Lazzarin (CTO) reveal how crypto hit $4 trillion market cap while fundamentally reshaping how institutions think about payments, with surprising data on why developers aren't following prices this cycle and what privacy's inevitable rise means for mainstream adoption. Resources: Follow Eddy on X: https://x.com/eddylazzarinFollow Daren on X: https://x.com/DarenMatsuokaFollow Robert on X: https://x.com/rhackett Stay Updated:If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to like, subscribe, and share with your friends!Find a16z on X: https://x.com/a16zFind a16z on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/a16zListen to the a16z Podcast on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5bC65RDvs3oxnLyqqvkUYXListen to the a16z Podcast on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/a16z-podcast/id842818711Follow our host: https://x.com/eriktorenbergPlease 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.  Stay Updated:Find a16z on XFind a16z on LinkedInListen to the a16z Podcast on SpotifyListen to the a16z Podcast 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.

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Major warning signs are flashing across the crypto market. Bitcoin is showing a critical breakdown pattern, and if it confirms, we could see heavy volatility and potential carnage in both Bitcoin and major altcoins.

Chris Whalen, chairman of Whalen Global Advisors and author of The Institutional Risk Analyst blog, returns for an in-person conversation for episode 303. Whalen warns that stocks and crypto are slowing down as they run out of buyers, while real estate pain continues with older assets selling at discounts and more trouble ahead for private equity and private credit. He attributes Zohran Mamdani's NYC mayoral victory to inflation-driven affordability concerns, predicts a home price correction by 2027-28, and expects continued corporate exodus from New York City as long-term leases roll off. Whalen criticizes the Fed for pushing home prices up 50% since COVID and failing their mandate on price stability, discusses widespread fraud in private credit markets, and highlights Bank of America's duration risk mistakes compared to JPMorgan and Citi. He's currently focused on gold and junior mining stocks, explaining the "debasement trade" as central banks worldwide shift to gold as their primary reserve asset, while predicting crypto will "go bye-bye" and calling stablecoins a dead end.This episode is brought to you by VanEck. Learn more about the VanEck Rare Earth and Strategic Metals ETF: http://vaneck.com/REMXJuliaThis episode is brought to you by Monetary Metals. Learn more at https://monetary-metals.com/julia Links:    Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/rcwhalen    Website: https://www.rcwhalen.com/    The Institutional Risk Analyst: https://www.theinstitutionalriskanalyst.com/   Inflated book (2nd edition): https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/inflated-r-christopher-whalen/1146303673Timestamps:0:00 - Welcome and introduction1:02 - Reaction to Mamdani election2:03 - Is this the product of inflation?2:10 - Inflation driving affordability issues, Fed's failure2:54 - Heading into correction in home prices by 2027-285:26 - How mortgage lenders set rates vs. bond market6:33 - Will we see a housing emergency declared?12:08 - Outlook for New York for next four years14:59 - Big picture view: stocks and crypto slowing down15:30 - Pain in real estate, private equity, and private credit20:37 - Duration risk story at banks27:47 - Will we get December rate cut?29:17 - Fed funds rate targeting piece32:49 - Chris's portfolio: taking acorns off the table35:59 - The debasement trade39:36 - Crypto going bye-bye, stable coins a dead end42:05 - Closing remarks

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We explore the deeper parallels between global complacency around climate change and Bitcoin's own looming security budget crisis. As we draw connections between scientific foresight and the importance of building long-term solutions early, like the @natgmi token's proactive approach to reinforcing miner incentives before block rewards fully erode. We analyze why 40% of Bitcoin's total hash power now participates through @AntPoolofficial, @SpiderPool_com, and @f2pool_official, marking a critical milestone for miner alignment. The discussion expands into how market manipulation, shallow narratives, and copycat projects distort crypto's growth, contrasting these with organic innovation rooted in Bitcoin's principles. The conversation closes with the DMT protocol's vision to extend Bitcoin's data across all chains and a sharp look at @Zcash privacy resurgence as institutional influence tightens around Bitcoin. Topics: First up, exploring the deeper parallels between global complacency around climate change and Bitcoin's own looming security budget crisis Next, drawing connections between scientific foresight and the importance of building long-term solutions and Finally, how market manipulation, shallow narratives, and copycat projects distort crypto's growth Please like and subscribe on your favorite podcasting app! Sign up for a free newsletter: www.theblockrunner.com Follow us on: Youtube: https://bit.ly/TBlkRnnrYouTube Twitter: bit.ly/TBR-Twitter Telegram: bit.ly/TBR-Telegram Discord: bit.ly/TBR-Discord $NAT Telegram: https://t.me/dmt_nat

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This episode proves that nothing gold can stay, especially your 401k, as we kick things off with the revelation that October saw the worst tech layoffs since 2003, all while "Big Short" genius Michael Burry decided to bet a billion dollars on the inevitable AI bubble bursting. The villains of the week are legion: the FCC is officially making it easier for internet companies to charge us even more hidden fees; Elon Musk not only got his $1 trillion pay package approved—despite Tesla sales collapsing nearly 90% in some countries—but he also teased a flying car, clearly living in his own "Golden Dome" fantasy, which the Pentagon is happily subsidizing; and in a stunning display of entitlement, Mark Zuckerberg opened an illegal school, which is somehow less shocking than Meta's claim that their massive porn stash was purely for "personal use," not AI training. The bad news doesn't stop there, with Texas suing Roblox over 'pixel pedophiles,' though at least a rural Michigan healthcare system is doing some good by using drones to improve care.Jumping over to Media Candy, since we're all emotionally scarred by the sheer awful-ness of The Witcher S4—a season so bad it "broke" The Critical Drinker—we need some comfort viewing. We're deep-diving into the political chess of The Diplomat and escaping into the sheer volume of competitive cooking shows, including the standard Halloween and Holiday Baking Championships, plus the delightfully ridiculous Harry Potter: Wizards of Baking S2; we also took a look at Pluribus, Knife Edge, Black Rabbit, and the trailer for Tron: Ares, while cheering the fact that Brendan Fraser and Rachel Weisz are set to revive The Mummy franchise for a fourth film. In Apps & Doodads, we're all mourning the eventual death of simple, good tech as we're warned to enjoy Apple CarPlay while we still can, but at least the Lego ‘Star Trek' Set is finally here for our inner child; the real question, though, is why Automattic Inc. thinks they can claim ownership of the actual word 'Automatic.'Finally, The Dark Side with Dave Bittner reminds us that everything old is new again and ripe for monetization, whether it's Miss Piggy potentially bringing back The Muppets to the movies or the sleek, blacked-out remake of the Commodore 64, not to mention that cool Tron Arcade Cabinet Miniature Model. However, the present is still a complete dumpster fire: a Google AI model allegedly accused a senator of sexual assault, and internal documents show that Meta is earning a fortune on a massive deluge of fraudulent ads, proving that the only thing getting healthier is our paranoia, though Dave did throw in a curveball with some special jar lids and seeds for growing organic sprouts. We finish, as always, with the obligatory Closing Shout-Outs because even cynical geeks need validation.Sponsors:MasterClass - Get an additional 15% off any annual membership at MASTERCLASS.com/GRUMPYOLDGEEKSGusto - Try Gusto today at gusto.com/grumpy, and get three months free when you run your first payroll.Private Internet Access - Go to GOG.Show/vpn and sign up today. For a limited time only, you can get OUR favorite VPN for as little as $2.03 a month.SetApp - With a single monthly subscription you get 240+ apps for your Mac. 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Welcome to this episode of Hot Topics on the Edge of Show! Join hosts January Jones and Josh Krieger as they dive into the latest trends and challenges in the world of cryptocurrency with special guest Jack Ding from DomiChainIn this episode, we discuss:The trillion-dollar crypto chasm and the recent market fluctuations, including a significant loss of over $1 trillion in the crypto market since October 10th.The launch of Solana ETFs, which have seen remarkable success despite the overall market downturn.The formation of the Ethereum Protocol Advocacy Alliance and its potential impact on crypto regulation in Washington.The critical security vulnerabilities facing the rapidly growing DeFi sector, highlighted by recent hacks and the need for robust cybersecurity measures.How DomiChain is addressing the blockchain trilemma of scalability, security, and decentralization, and their innovative approach to enhancing security through AI and Bitcoin integration.Tune in for insightful discussions and expert perspectives on the future of blockchain technology and the evolving landscape of cryptocurrency. Don't forget to subscribe and follow us on your favorite platforms to stay updated on all things crypto!Support us through our Sponsors! ☕

This week, Pranav Kanade joins the show to discuss the current state of markets. We deep dive into how Pranav finds alpha in crypto, Mamdani's win in NY, have we topped, are L1s overpriced, why the hot money is in AI & more. Enjoy! -- Follow Pranav: https://x.com/vaneckpk Follow Santi: https://x.com/santiagoroel Follow Jason: https://x.com/JasonYanowitz Follow Empire: https://twitter.com/theempirepod -- Join the Empire Telegram: https://t.me/+CaCYvTOB4Eg1OWJh -- Zcash is encrypted Bitcoin. Your digital bill of rights securing your freedom for the 21st century. Buy, store and spend ZEC privately using Zashi Wallet download today: https://electriccoin.co/zashi/ -- Katana is a DeFi-first chain built for deep liquidity and high yield. No empty emissions, just real yield and sequencer fees routed back to DeFi users. Pre-deposit now: Earn high APRs with Turtle Club [https://app.turtle.club/campaigns/katana] or spin the wheel with Katana Krates [https://app.katana.network/krates] -- (00:00) Intro (02:49) The Opportunity For Tokenization (10:27) Mamdani Wins In NY (27:35) Finding Alpha In Crypto (32:05) Ads (Zcash, Katana) (33:17) Are L1s Overpriced? (36:18) Can People Actually Outperform BTC? (45:32) Have We Topped? (49:47) The Hot Money Is In AI (59:08) Ads (Zcash, Katana) (01:00:21) Can Crypto Ever Get To 100m+ Active Users? (01:12:42) Content of The Week -- Disclaimer: Nothing said on Empire is a recommendation to buy or sell securities or tokens. This podcast is for informational purposes only, and any views expressed by anyone on the show are solely our opinions, not financial advice. Santiago, Jason, and our guests may hold positions in the companies, funds, or projects discussed.

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