Podcasts about Defi

The Vault is a morning show hosted on Twitter Spaces and YouTube Live on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays at 11:30 am EST. The show focuses on multi-chain communities, emerging protocols, NFTFi, DeFi, Gaming, and, most importantly, collecting digital assets.Adam McBride: https://twitter.com/adamamcbrideJake Gallen: https://twitter.com/jakegallen_Chris Devitte: https://twitter.com/chris_devvEmblem Vault: https://twitter.com/EmblemVaultAgent Hustle: https://x.com/AgentHustleAIMigrate Fun: https://x.com/MigrateFun

Deezy looks at the ABSOLUTE BEST altcoins under $1! We keep the criteria to top 300 coins by market cap and check severeal sectors. RWA, DeFi, L1's and more! 

Discord Channel: https://discord.gg/pqKsMKp6SA It's the question on everyone's mind: Is cryptocurrency a revolutionary technology… or one big scam?

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The Vault is a morning show hosted on Twitter Spaces and YouTube Live on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays at 11:30 am EST. The show focuses on multi-chain communities, emerging protocols, NFTFi, DeFi, Gaming, and, most importantly, collecting digital assets.Adam McBride: https://twitter.com/adamamcbrideJake Gallen: https://twitter.com/jakegallen_Chris Devitte: https://twitter.com/chris_devvEmblem Vault: https://twitter.com/EmblemVaultAgent Hustle: https://x.com/AgentHustleAIMigrate Fun: https://x.com/MigrateFun

Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news  Hong Kong–listed China Financial Leasing to raise $11 million for crypto investment platform Standard Chartered estimates $1 trillion could exit emerging market bank deposits for US stablecoins Grayscale enables staking for its spot Ethereum ETFs in the US Abracadabra falls to third major DeFi hack since 2024 ###Gemini Card Disclosure: The Gemini Credit Card is issued by WebBank. In order to qualify for the $200 crypto intro onus, you must spend $3,000 in your first 90 days. Terms Apply. Some exclusions apply to instant rewards in which rewards are deposited when the transaction posts. This content is not investment advice and trading crypto involves risk. For more details on rates, fees, and other cost information, see Rates & Fees. The Gemini Credit Card may not be used to make gambling-related purchases. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week Christian Angermayer joins the show to discuss the future of crypto, AI & psychedelics. We deep dive into Christian's past during the European debt crisis, why AI & robotics will completely reshape the labor force, Christian's 5 key investment themes, the controversial enhanced games & more. Enjoy! -- Follow Christian: https://x.com/C_Angermayer 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 Start your day with crypto news, analysis and data from David Canellis. Subscribe to the Empire newsletter: https://blockworks.co/newsletter/empire?utm_source=podcasts -- Crypto's premiere institutional conference returns to London in October 2025. Use code EMPIRE200 for £200 off at checkout: https://blockworks.co/event/digital-asset-summit-2025-london -- Crypto-native institutions and developers demand institutional-grade infrastructure with regulatory clarity and full asset control. Blockdaemon's Earn Stack is a non-custodial platform combining high-performance staking rewards and seamless DeFi integration with no intermediate smart contract or vaults. Programmatically access leading Ethereum & Solana staking rewards, plus DeFi opportunities across lending protocols, DEXs, and AMMs. Book a Demo! -- peaq, the Machine Economy Computer, proudly sponsors the Empire podcast. peaq is home to 60+ apps across 20+ industries and millions of devices, machines, and onchain robots. It powers the world's first tokenized robo-farm, launching soon in Hong Kong, and has launched the Machine Economy Free Zone in Dubai as a Web3 x Robotics x AI innovation hub. For more about peaq, check out www.peaq.xyz -- 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] -- Mantle is pioneering ""Blockchain for Banking"" as a revolutionary new category that sits at the intersection of TradFi and web3. Key elements for Mantle as the ""Blockchain for Banking"": - Transactions posted to the blockchain - Compatibility with TradFi rails - Integrated DeFi features Mantle Network, the access layer — transforms Mantle Network into a purpose-built vertical platform — the blockchain for banking — that enables financial services on-chain. Mantle leads the establishment of Blockchain for Banking as the next frontier. Follow Mantle on X (@Mantle_Official) for the latest updates on Mantle as the 'Blockchain for Banking'. -- (00:00) Intro (03:08) Christian's Origin Story (07:10) The European Sovereign Debt Crisis (12:15) Why The U.S Will Continue To Dominate (20:54) Ads (Blockdaemon, Peaq) (22:06) Christian's AI & Robotics Thesis (39:36) Ads (Blockdaemon, Peaq) (40:48) Why Christian Is All In On Psychedelics (58:00) Ads (Katana, Mantle) (59:37) Christian's 5 Key Investing Themes (01:15:19) Why Life Expectancy Will Increase (01:18:48) The Enhanced Games (01:33:55) Building Friendships & Partnerships -- 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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Custodia Bank CEO Caitlin Long joins to break down how Wall Street's new Bitcoin treasury strategies crushed volatility, changed the game for hodlers, and signaled the next phase of Bitcoin's evolution. We discuss why early holders are selling, how tokenization and stablecoins could reshape global finance, and why the real fight is now between banks and blockchains. Caitlin also opens up on Operation Chokepoint 2.0, the ongoing battle with the Fed, and her bold vision for tokenized bank deposits that could finally link TradFi and DeFi at scale.

The Vault is a morning show hosted on Twitter Spaces and YouTube Live on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays at 11:30 am EST. The show focuses on multi-chain communities, emerging protocols, NFTFi, DeFi, Gaming, and, most importantly, collecting digital assets.Adam McBride: https://twitter.com/adamamcbrideJake Gallen: https://twitter.com/jakegallen_Chris Devitte: https://twitter.com/chris_devvEmblem Vault: https://twitter.com/EmblemVaultAgent Hustle: https://x.com/AgentHustleAIMigrate Fun: https://x.com/MigrateFun

My Fintech Newsletter for more interviews and the latest insights:↪︎ https://rexsalisbury.substack.com/Figure's CEO Michael Tannenbaum shares how blockchain is transforming home equity and mortgage lending following one of the year's biggest IPOs. Learn about Figure's journey from a contrarian startup to market leader, real asset tokenization, and rapid loan closures. Explore how partners use their tech to save time and money, tackle standardization and audits, and navigate industry criticism. Get insights on blockchain's future in finance, tokenized equities, and the evolving DeFi landscape.Michael Tannenbaum: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaeltannenbaum/00:00:00 - Figure's Massive IPO and Blockchain Vision00:00:41 - Revolutionizing Home Equity Access00:01:07 - Blockchain's Key Benefits in Finance00:01:43 - Why Consumers Care About Housing Innovation00:02:43 - Slashing HELOC Costs and Timelines00:03:49 - Shifting from Credit Cards to Home Loans00:05:02 - Boosting Secondary Market Liquidity00:06:30 - From Proof of Concept to $10B+ Loans00:07:55 - Why Start with HELOCs as Green Field00:09:21 - Tokenizing Assets Post-2008 Lessons00:10:29 - Avoiding ICO Hype for Long-Term Build00:11:46 - Scaling with 170+ Partners00:13:14 - Launching Pure Marketplace Model00:14:32 - Evolving to First-Lien Mortgages00:15:46 - Attacking Core Mortgage Market00:17:16 - Penetrating Mass Affluent Demographics00:18:35 - How Blockchain Ensures Efficiency00:20:10 - Immutable Data Cuts Audit Needs00:21:42 - Perfecting Liens with DART Tech00:23:34 - Comparing to Unsecured Loan Markets00:25:28 - Addressing Banker Adoption Risks00:27:03 - Flywheel of Growth and Evangelists00:28:48 - Stablecoin Settlement Advantages00:30:01 - Automating Servicing and Prepayments00:31:37 - Responding to Decentralization Critics00:33:05 - Connecting Assets to DeFi Future00:34:39 - Tokenizing Equity for Cross-Collateral00:35:40 - Democratize Prime: DeFi Marketplace___Rex Salisbury LinkedIn:↪︎ https://www.linkedin.com/in/rexsalisburyTwitter: https://twitter.com/rexsalisburyTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@rex.salisburyInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/rexsalisbury/

This week Mike Dudas joins the show to discuss why this cycle is nowhere near the top. We deep dive into Mike's thesis when it comes to investing in crypto, his biggest winners this cycle, Flying Tulip's new model for raising capital, stablecoins, NFTs & more. Enjoy! -- Follow Mike: https://x.com/mdudas 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 Start your day with crypto news, analysis and data from David Canellis. Subscribe to the Empire newsletter: https://blockworks.co/newsletter/empire?utm_source=podcasts -- Crypto's premiere institutional conference returns to London in October 2025. Use code EMPIRE200 for £200 off at checkout: https://blockworks.co/event/digital-asset-summit-2025-london -- Crypto-native institutions and developers demand institutional-grade infrastructure with regulatory clarity and full asset control. Blockdaemon's Earn Stack is a non-custodial platform combining high-performance staking rewards and seamless DeFi integration with no intermediate smart contract or vaults. Programmatically access leading Ethereum & Solana staking rewards, plus DeFi opportunities across lending protocols, DEXs, and AMMs. Book a Demo! -- peaq, the Machine Economy Computer, proudly sponsors the Empire podcast. peaq is home to 60+ apps across 20+ industries and millions of devices, machines, and onchain robots. It powers the world's first tokenized robo-farm, launching soon in Hong Kong, and has launched the Machine Economy Free Zone in Dubai as a Web3 x Robotics x AI innovation hub. For more about peaq, check out www.peaq.xyz -- Timestamps: (00:00) Intro (03:39) 6MV's Investment Thesis (07:15) Pump Fun (15:18) Finding Big Winners This Cycle (23:27) Ads (Blockdaemon, Peaq) (24:36) Why We Haven't Topped (29:03) How Will Crypto Returns Look Over The Next 5 Years? (36:02) Prediction Markets (39:23) What Did Solana Get Wrong? (45:50) Ads (Blockdaemon, Peaq) (46:58) Are Crypto TGEs Broken? (50:30) Flying Tulip Raises $200m: A New Vehicle For Fundraising? (57:46) Does Every Project Need A Token? (01:00:05) Why Mike Is Still Bullish NFTs (01:02:47) Stablecoins (01:06:23) 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.

In this episode of The Defiant Podcast, we sit down with Ben Nadareski, CEO and Co-Founder of Solstice Labs, to explore DeFi on Solana and why it's becoming a magnet for institutional adoption. Ben shares how Solstice Labs is pioneering permissionless, institutional-grade yield strategies and launching the US token, a fully collateralized stablecoin designed to unlock new levels of trust and scalability in DeFi.We dive into Solana's unique advantages—speed, low costs, and composability—and how it's shaking off its “meme chain” reputation to emerge as a serious contender in the blockchain space. Ben also addresses the challenges of scaling trust in crypto, the rise of yield-bearing stablecoins, and how DeFi is empowering users in emerging markets.We also tackle: How can Solana maintain its edge in a crowded blockchain market? What's being done to address past network outages? And how can regulation strike the right balance between protecting users and fostering innovation?Chapters00:00 – Scaling Trust in Crypto00:22 – Solana's DeFi Momentum01:16 – Why Solana Stands Out03:43 – From Meme Chain to DeFi Leader05:57 – The Rise of Yield-Bearing Stablecoins08:01 – Regulation and Trust in DeFi12:45 – Solstice Labs and the US Token18:19 – DeFi's Role in Emerging Markets25:13 – The Future of DeFi on Solana33:08 – Building a Transparent and Scalable DeFi Ecosystem

Gm! This week Henri Stern joins the show to discuss why Stripe acquired the wallet infrastructure company Privy. We deep dive into Stripe's crypto strategy, crypto payments, Henri's Solana thesis, what does crypto need to improve & more. Enjoy! -- Follow Henri: https://x.com/henri_stern Follow Jack: https://x.com/whosknave Follow Lightspeed: https://twitter.com/Lightspeedpodhq Subscribe to the Lightspeed Newsletter: https://blockworks.co/newsletter/lightspeed Join the Lightspeed Telegram: https://t.me/+QUl_ZOj2nMJlZTEx -- Crypto's premiere institutional conference returns to London in October 2025. Use code LIGHT100 for £100 off at checkout: https://blockworks.co/event/digital-asset-summit-2025-london -- Katana directs chain revenue back to DeFi users for consistently higher yields. It starts with VaultBridge, which turns bridged assets into yield streams that back a perpetually funded real yield, boosting rewards for DeFi users. Katana is pioneering Productive TVL, assets actually being used in DeFi and reinforces this with Chain-owned Liquidity, permanent liquidity the chain controls. Stop sleeping on your bags: https://app.katana.network/?utm_source=BW-Pod -- Get top market insights and the latest in crypto news. Subscribe to Blockworks Daily Newsletter: https://blockworks.co/newsletter/ -- (00:00) Introduction (03:03) Why Did Stripe Acquire Privy? (11:22) Katana Ad (12:24) Behind Stripe's Crypto Strategy (19:07) Are Crypto Payment Rails Actually Better? (25:55) The Solana Thesis (38:08) Katana Ad (39:11) The Business Behind Crypto Wallets (47:38) What Does Crypto Need To Improve? (57:36) Agentic Payments -- Disclaimers: Lightspeed was kickstarted by a grant from the Solana Foundation. Nothing said on Lightspeed 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. Jack, and our guests may hold positions in the companies, funds, or projects discussed.

My interview with Robin Scott, General Manager of Middle East at AIFT. - Insurance for digital assets has grown rapidly, with coverage now exceeding $1 billion - Centralized exchanges and custodians are meeting higher technical standards, making policies viable - DeFi remains challenging due to frequent hacks, leading to high premiums - Legacy insurers and reinsurers are warming up to crypto as a diversifier from climate risk exposures - AI risk is following the same playbook as crypto, starting with cybersecurity and risk management tools - Smart contracts and AI can streamline the outdated insurance process, reducing paperwork and intermediaries - The future may bring customers closer to directly covering risks via blockchain-based pools Powered by Phoenix Group The full interview is also available on my YouTube channel: YouTube: http://bit.ly/4nvx01v

Luke Youngblood is the Founder of Moonwell and Mamo.In this episode, Luke shares what opportunity he sees ahead for Base builders and users, as one of the earliest DeFi founders on Coinbase's Ethereum L2. We explore Coinbase's vision for integrating Base into its retail products, including DeFi mullet style products like the new USDC lending on Morpho. He even drops insights on the future Base token, and how projects like Moonwell and Mamo are positioned to benefit from this economic stimulus to serve even more of Coinbase's customers coming onchain.------

Crypto Town Hall returned with a lively panel to discuss recent events and trends in crypto and traditional finance. The objective of this session was to analyze market reactions during government shutdowns, debate the current state of crypto enthusiasm, discuss the increasing involvement of institutions, and explore the rapid evolution of stablecoins, tokenization, and DeFi. The show rounded out with a featured live interview of Michael Heinrich, founder of 0G, who shared insights on building a decentralized AI layer-1 blockchain. The hosts and guests also exchanged personal stories about high-stakes purchases with crypto, and debated the future of banks as the financial landscape shifts towards digital assets and decentralized systems.

Sui announced the launch of SuiBall, the first Sui-native hardware wallet, during a live reveal at SuiFest. Could this be the Web3 Pokeball of the future?~This episode is sponsored by Sui~Sui delivers the benefits of Web3 with the ease of Web2 - Visit ➜ https://bit.ly/SuiWebsite00:00 Intro00:05 Suifest Announcements00:49 Suiball Revealed01:19 Suiball Demo01:49 Sui Hardware Devices02:08 Sui Native Stablecoin02:25 Unified Liquidity Across DeFi03:00 $DEEP Exploding03:21 Sui Burned03:52 Stablecoin Revenue is Buying $SUI04:26 Solana Doesn't Have Native Stablecoin04:47 SuiPlay vs Xbox Ally05:57 Airdrops So Far06:40 More Aidrops Coming06:50 Sui Minigames Potential07:22 Native A.I. Agents08:14 Pokeball?08:40 All Roads Lead To Pokémon08:59 Pokémon Home is running on Sui?09:59 Sui entering top 10 10:50 outro#Crypto #sui #Ethereum~MASSIVE Sui Updates Revealed!

Investir está mudando e não é pouco. O mercado de capitais, historicamente fechado, regulado e repleto de intermediários, está sendo redesenhado por um novo protagonista: a tecnologia. O resultado é um novo cenário de mais liquidez, acesso e participação real da nova economia. Mas como isso vai acontecer na prática?Neste episódio do Growthaholics, Pedro Waengertner recebe dois especialistas que estão na linha de frente dessa transformação: Lucas Cury, do Mercado Bitcoin, e Pedro Carneiro, sócio da ACE Ventures. A conversa é sobre tokenização, stablecoins, DeFi, AI e a quebra das barreiras que separam investidores, empresas e mercados globais.Eles falaram sobre a transição de um sistema financeiro centrado em poucos para um ecossistema de investimento mais distribuído e transparente — e como isso abre portas para founders e investidores participarem de rodadas, exits e captações de forma rápida, segura e sem fronteiras.O que é tokenização e por que ela vai além das criptosComo DeFi está eliminando intermediários e criando liquidezO papel do Drex e dos reguladores na próxima onda de inovaçãoPor que o futuro é 100% tokenizado — e o que isso exige de quem empreendeSe você quer entender como o mercado está se reconfigurando, onde estão as oportunidades e o que fazer hoje para não ser engolido amanhã, este episódio é pra você.Dá o play e vem com a gente!

In today's episode, we chat with Sean Wade, CEO of Power Metal Resources, and Ian Freeman, CEO of Minestarters. Sean has been on the show before, and Power Metal has been building momentum with its diverse portfolio and project incubator model. Ian joins us for the first time to introduce Minestarters, a new platform bringing blockchain and tokenisation into the world of mining finance. In this conversation, we'll cover the progress Power Metal has made since Sean was last on the podcast, Ian's journey to founding Minestarters, and how the platform is opening up new opportunities for project funding. We'll also discuss the challenges with traditional mining finance, how this partnership complements Power Metal's strategy, and what both companies have planned for the months ahead. KEY TAKEAWAYS Traditional mining finance is often constrained by a scarcity of capital, high costs, and long lock-up periods for investors, which has hindered the ability of junior miners to get projects funded. MineStarters is a fintech business that uses blockchain and tokenisation to create a decentralised finance (DeFi) network, connecting early-stage mining projects to global capital pools, allowing for 24/7 trading and liquidity. Power Metals' strategy is to continue its project incubator model—finding, developing, and crystalising assets—but with the added fintech dimension of MineStarters The partnership is highly synergistic: Power Metals will invest up to £3 million for up to a 49% equity stake in MineStarters, which will generate revenue through deal and platform fees BEST MOMENTS "The world we've been in and are in is is is tough. It's it's reduced very, very substantially. What this is going to do is going to take our model, existing model, and it's going to develop it further." "What tokenisation allows, through this distributed, um, so decentralised finance network that's enabled by the blockchain, it allows us to take this on-chain capital and bridge to the off-chain real-world asset." "I believe that the MineStarters platform, the business itself, will create a tremendous amount of value. 49% of that will be owned by the Power Metal shareholders." "We are very firmly in the space of the project incubator... The idea is that we get started on the projects, we turn them into a company, IPO that business” VALUABLE RESOURCES Mail:        ⁠rob@mining-international.org⁠ LinkedIn: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/rob-tyson-3a26a68/⁠ X:              ⁠https://twitter.com/MiningRobTyson⁠  YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/c/DigDeepTheMiningPodcast⁠  Web:        ⁠http://www.mining-international.org⁠ GUEST SOCIALS  Power Metal Resources X - https://x.com/PowerMetRes LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/power-metal-resources/ https://www.powermetalresources.com info@powermetalresources.com  Minestarters X - https://x.com/minestarters25 LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/minestarters/ https://minestarters.com/ https://www.sec.gov/about/sec-launches-project-crypto  CONTACT METHOD ⁠rob@mining-international.org⁠ ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/rob-tyson-3a26a68/⁠ Podcast Description Rob Tyson is an established recruiter in the mining and quarrying sector and decided to produce the “Dig Deep” The Mining Podcast to provide valuable and informative content around the mining industry. He has a passion and desire to promote the industry and the podcast aims to offer the mining community an insight into people's experiences and careers covering any mining discipline, giving the listeners helpful advice and guidance on industry topics.  This Podcast has been brought to you by Disruptive Media. https://disruptivemedia.co.uk/

Robert Viglione is the Co-Founder & CEO at Horizen Labs, and the Founder of zkVerify . In this conversation we talk about zero-knowledge proofs, why they are critical for U.S. national security, how this technology allows machines to share information without revealing data, Rob's experience as a military intelligence officer in Afghanistan, how he discovered the value of Bitcoin, and why ZKPs are one of the most underrated technologies shaping the future.======================Check out my NEW show for daily bite-sized breakdowns of the biggest stories in finance, technology, and politics: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://pompdesk.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠======================Bitizenship helps Bitcoin-forward investors gain EU residency and a path to Portuguese citizenship in five years while maintaining exposure to Bitcoin. Their regulated fund qualifies you for the Golden Visa through an operating company focused on Bitcoin-native innovation. Book a free strategy call at https://bitizenship.com/pomp.======================Bitwise is one of the largest and fastest-growing crypto asset managers, with more than $15 billion in client assets across an expanding suite of investment solutions—including the world's largest crypto index fund—plus products spanning Bitcoin, Ethereum, DeFi, and crypto equities. In addition to managing assets, Bitwise helps investors stay informed about the fast-moving crypto market. Every week, CIO Matt Hougan breaks down what's happening in crypto in five minutes or less. Read the latest at https://experts.bitwiseinvestments.com/cio-memos. Certain Bitwise investment products may be subject to the extreme risks associated with investing in crypto assets. Visit https://bitwiseinvestments.com/disclosures to learn more.======================Timestamps: 0:00 - Intro 2:28 - ZK proofs and bitcoin & crypto in Afghanistan 7:25 - National security use cases 10:42 - Biggest areas for opportunity 14:45 - AI, proof of human & machine 20:25 - Why blockchain is so valuable 24:44 - What are some technical obstacles? 27:17 - How to cut costs and improve efficiency 30:33 - Bitcoin integration & future tech

Crypto's bull run may be far from over, but the battleground is shifting.  On this week's Bits + Bips, Bill Barhydt of Abra and Robert Leshner of Superstate join Ram Ahluwalia and Steven Ehrlich to debate:  The current state of the markets with a looming government shutdown  SWIFT's move to build on Linea, an Ethereum layer 2 Hyperliquid vs Aster The future of perps vs. spot  Why some DATs are starting to look like grifts  Whether DeFi billionaires will ultimately eclipse their CeFi predecessors  Plus: Binance's and Tether's valuation, CZ as the entrepreneur of the decade, and why the industry may be entering an era of “perpification.” Thank you to Xapo for sponsoring this episode! Hosts: Ram Ahluwalia, CFA, CEO and Founder of Lumida Steven Ehrlich, Executive Editor at Unchained Guests:  Bill Barhydt, Founder and CEO of Abra Robert Leshner, Co-founder & CEO of Superstate Links: Steve's story on the DAT that claimed it raised much more than it actually did Subscribe to Bits + Bips newsletter here Timestamps:

Wyatt sits down with Ben Ward and Steven Pack of RockSolid. In this episode: What are DeFi vaults? What is RockSolid? Lido vs Rocket Pool Creating effective unified efforts in decentralized communities A look at the wider landscape of DeFi yield How do you measure protocol success? Strengthening the broader Ethereum ecosystem

The Vault is a morning show hosted on Twitter Spaces and YouTube Live on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays at 11:30 am EST. The show focuses on multi-chain communities, emerging protocols, NFTFi, DeFi, Gaming, and, most importantly, collecting digital assets.Adam McBride: https://twitter.com/adamamcbrideJake Gallen: https://twitter.com/jakegallen_Chris Devitte: https://twitter.com/chris_devvEmblem Vault: https://twitter.com/EmblemVaultAgent Hustle: https://x.com/AgentHustleAIMigrate Fun: https://x.com/MigrateFun

Adam (advisor at Byrrgis, fka Wolf Coin) breaks down how the team is building a vetted DeFi investing platform on Solana: curated, whitelist-only “Packs” (think crypto index baskets) that include audited tokens across chains—plus fees that buy back & burn the Wolf token.We cover:Why most microcaps are risky, and how contract + team audits can filter the junkPacks: curated baskets by risk profile; Wolf token included to create structural demandFees, buybacks & burns, staking, PnL automation, auto-rebalancingLI.FI aggregation for multi-chain swaps; roadmap to tokenized stocks/commoditiesGovernance, fair-launch origins, and trust-building with transparent commsWhat top Web3 teams do differently (and why “build in public” still wins)Timestamps[00:00] Why micro/nanocaps are risky; the case for a vetted list [00:02] Adam's path: Samsung B2B → community → advisor → Wolf/Byrrgis [00:04] Byrrgis in one line: vetted DeFi platform with curated Packs [00:05] How it differs from DEX listings/CEXs; whitelist-only tokens [00:06] Wolf token utility: included in most Packs + fees → buyback & burn [00:07] Beyond listing: analytics, PnL, auto & manual rebalancing [00:08] Fair launch via Pump.fun (no team pre-allocation); governance plans [00:10] Revenue: ~2% swap fee; LI.FI aggregator; staking to boost rewards [00:13] Example: how a Pack works vs vaults/index funds[00:16] Growth drivers: capital backing, consistent delivery, visible buybacks [00:18] Fundraising tip: show product first, ask for feedback, not money [00:20] Biggest hurdle: trust (self-hosted app, wallet connect) → win via transparency [00:22] Roadmap: tokenized stocks/indices, automated tax, contract & team audits [00:24] What winning teams do: nothing to hide, ship updates weekly, stay current [00:27] Call to action: join TG, kick the tires; try Packs post-launchConnecthttps://coin.byrrgis.app/https://t.me/wolf_on_solhttps://x.com/wolf_on_sol/photoDisclaimerNothing mentioned in this podcast is investment advice and please do your own research. Finally, it would mean a lot if you can leave a review of this podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify and share this podcast with a friend.Be a guest on the podcast or contact us - https://www.web3pod.xyz/

Gm! This week Robin A. Nordnes joins the show to discuss Raiku's most recent $13.5m raise. We deep dive into what is Raiku, transaction landing on Solana, why Robin moved from the Ethereum ecosystem to Solana & more. Enjoy! -- Follow Robin: https://x.com/degenroot Follow Jack: https://x.com/whosknave Follow Lightspeed: https://twitter.com/Lightspeedpodhq Subscribe to the Lightspeed Newsletter: https://blockworks.co/newsletter/lightspeed Join the Lightspeed Telegram: https://t.me/+QUl_ZOj2nMJlZTEx -- Crypto's premiere institutional conference returns to London in October 2025. Use code LIGHT100 for £100 off at checkout: https://blockworks.co/event/digital-asset-summit-2025-london -- Katana directs chain revenue back to DeFi users for consistently higher yields. It starts with VaultBridge, which turns bridged assets into yield streams that back a perpetually funded real yield, boosting rewards for DeFi users. Katana is pioneering Productive TVL, assets actually being used in DeFi and reinforces this with Chain-owned Liquidity, permanent liquidity the chain controls. Stop sleeping on your bags: https://app.katana.network/?utm_source=BW-Pod -- Get top market insights and the latest in crypto news. Subscribe to Blockworks Daily Newsletter: https://blockworks.co/newsletter/ -- (00:00) Introduction (05:34) Moving From Ethereum To Solana (13:00) Katana Ad (14:03) What Is Raiku? (18:20) How Are Pre Confirmations Decided? (24:05) Validator Economic Incentives (28:34) Validator Revenue (36:17) Will Raiku Launch A Token? (37:52) Katana Ad (38:55) Transaction Landing On Solana (46:38) Local Fee Markets -- 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.

Ryan Berckmans is an Ethereum community member and investor in ETH.In this episode, Ryan explains why Ethereum's fundamentals are still outpacing ETH's price, even after a 3x run since his last guest appearance in April. We dive into why he believes Ethereum can power 1000x growth in the onchain economy, what that means for ETH's value, and the key catalysts ahead, from Vitalik's vision for low-risk DeFi to the upcoming Fusaka upgrade.------

Despite going through some of the biggest challenges any game has faced in this space (watch to find out what challenges), DeFi Kingdoms is still here. And they aren't simply surviving, but consistently building & on MULTIPLE chains. Today, we are joined by Bolon, the Director of Player Engagement, to tell us about DFK, its story up until now, and where they plan to go from here!Listen now & tell us what you think of this GamingOnAvax jewel!on this episode:100x: https://x.com/100x_OfficialMatthew Walker: https://x.com/MatthewWalker_XCesar Martinez: https://x.com/100xCesarDeFiKingdoms: https://x.com/DeFiKingdomsDisclosures: We have an ongoing contract with Ava Labs to integrate episodes and content about projects on AVAX - which this episode falls under.Cesar is invested in DeFi Kingdoms.Nothing stated in this is financial advice. You should do your own research about all topics discussed and make responsible investing decisions.

Is this really the cycle top, or just a reset before Q4 fireworks? Michael Nadeau from The DeFi Report joins Ryan to decode the latest onchain and macro data. We dig into Bitcoin's key levels, ETH's $4K line, and why September's liquidation event might have cleared the path for new highs in Q4. Michael explains what a “mini alt season” tells us about dominance, where fresh capital could come from, and how to think about positioning ahead of year-end. Michael Nadeau & The DeFi Report: https://x.com/JustDeauIt https://thedefireport.io/research/is-the-top-in ——————

This week Mike Novogratz joins the show to reflect on his path from a successful trading career to building and running Galaxy. We deep dive into the state of markets, what defines the most successful macro traders, Galaxy's AI data centre opportunity, running a public company & more. Enjoy! -- Follow Mike: https://x.com/novogratz Follow Jason: https://x.com/JasonYanowitz Follow Empire: https://twitter.com/theempirepod -- Join the Empire Telegram: https://t.me/+CaCYvTOB4Eg1OWJh Start your day with crypto news, analysis and data from David Canellis. Subscribe to the Empire newsletter: https://blockworks.co/newsletter/empire?utm_source=podcasts -- Crypto-native institutions and developers demand institutional-grade infrastructure with regulatory clarity and full asset control. Blockdaemon's Earn Stack is a non-custodial platform combining high-performance staking rewards and seamless DeFi integration with no intermediate smart contract or vaults. Programmatically access leading Ethereum & Solana staking rewards, plus DeFi opportunities across lending protocols, DEXs, and AMMs. Book a Demo! -- peaq, the Machine Economy Computer, proudly sponsors the Empire podcast. peaq is home to 60+ apps across 20+ industries and millions of devices, machines, and onchain robots. It powers the world's first tokenized robo-farm, launching soon in Hong Kong, and has launched the Machine Economy Free Zone in Dubai as a Web3 x Robotics x AI innovation hub. For more about peaq, check out www.peaq.xyz -- Mantle is pioneering ""Blockchain for Banking"" as a revolutionary new category that sits at the intersection of TradFi and web3. Key elements for Mantle as the ""Blockchain for Banking"": - Transactions posted to the blockchain - Compatibility with TradFi rails - Integrated DeFi features Mantle Network, the access layer — transforms Mantle Network into a purpose-built vertical platform — the blockchain for banking — that enables financial services on-chain. Mantle leads the establishment of Blockchain for Banking as the next frontier. Follow Mantle on X (@Mantle_Official) for the latest updates on Mantle as the 'Blockchain for Banking'. -- GEODNET is the world's largest RTK network, delivering real-time, centimeter-level precision for drones, robots, farmers, and first responders. Recognized by the U.S. Congress, this blockchain-powered network supports mission-critical applications across a wide range of industries. Discover how GEODNET is changing the world: [https://geodnet.com] -- Timestamps: (00:00) Introduction (06:32) Mike's Outlook For Markets in 2025 (14:53) Are Markets Frothy, AI Capex & The Minsky Moment (24:26) Ads (Blockdaemon, Peaq) (25:36) What Will The Next Four Years For Crypto Look Like? (30:44) What Makes The Most Successful Macro Traders? (40:25) Ads (Blockdaemon, Peaq) (41:35) Hyperliquid (44:19) The AI Data Centre Buildout (54:34) Ads (Mantle, Geodnet) (55:59) Galaxy's Crypto Business (59:06) Tokenizing Galaxy's Stock (01:03:14) Running A Public Company & The IPO Window (01:07:03) Final Thoughts -- 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.

On this episode of Crypto Town Hall, the hosts and guest speakers dive into the latest wave of stablecoin developments and broader shifts in payments infrastructure. The show covers Visa's new stablecoin pilot for cross-border payments and Swift's multi-bank blockchain initiative, juxtaposing these with ongoing debates around XRP's role in the future of payments versus stablecoins. The discussion expands into new stablecoin blockchains like Plasma (backed by Tether), regulatory moves in the US, Senate hearings on digital asset taxation, and the tension between banks, credit card companies, and crypto firms over interest payments and rewards. Speakers also tackle SEC regulatory approaches, innovations in DeFi and token launches, and the growing need for practical payment rails and regulatory clarity.

Dr Lain interviews Michael Brennan, the scientist responsible for the DEFI and MicroMoisture cleansing advancements. We learn how Dove cleansers have the dual purpose of refreshing the skin while simultaneously nourishing and supporting the barrier. Disclaimer: This podcast is not intended to provide diagnosis, treatment, or medical advice. Content provided in this podcast is for educational purposes only. Please consult with a physician regarding any health-related diagnosis or treatment.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Digital asset treasury companies are sitting on tens of billions in crypto, but it's mostly idle. That's changing fast.In today's episode, were joined by Mike Silagadze, CEO of Ether.Fi & Avichal Garg, GP at Electric Capital, to discuss:- Why DATs Will Send DeFi Into a Growth Mode Frenzy - What Assets Avichal Is Positioning In- Will There Be 5,000 New Crypto Billionaires by 2035?- Mike's Digital Asset Neobank Vision - Revenue, Buybacks, and Fundamental InvestingTimestamps:00:00 Intro00:38 Avichal's Crypto Journey04:18 Current Landscape: IPOs, DATs & ETFs11:58 Starknet Ad12:28 DeFi Is Maturing17:39 Avichal's Asset Selection Framework21:53 Mike Talks About Ether.Fi's Edge 25:15 The Billion Dollar Neobank Vision---Website: https://therollup.co/Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1P6ZeYd...Podcast: https://therollup.co/category/podcastFollow us on X: https://www.x.com/therollupcoFollow Rob on X: https://www.x.com/robbie_rollupFollow Andy on X: https://www.x.com/ayyyeandyJoin our TG group: https://t.me/+TsM1CRpWFgk1NGZhThe Rollup Disclosures: https://therollup.co/the-rollup-discl

Predictions for where DeFi is headed next with Monarq Asset Management CIO Sanat Rao. To get the show every week, follow the podcast ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. At Korea Blockchain Week, CoinDesk's Jennifer Sanasie and Sam Ewen sit down with Sanat Rao, CIO of Monarq Asset Management, to discuss how the latest Fed rate cut is impacting crypto markets and setting the stage for the next DeFi summer. Plus, he explains why lower interest rates make DeFi yields even more attractive, how TradFi is starting to embrace on-chain finance, and the biggest risks facing DeFi investors today. 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 Sam Ewen.

The Vault is a morning show hosted on Twitter Spaces and YouTube Live on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays at 11:30 am EST. The show focuses on multi-chain communities, emerging protocols, NFTFi, DeFi, Gaming, and, most importantly, collecting digital assets.Adam McBride: https://twitter.com/adamamcbrideJake Gallen: https://twitter.com/jakegallen_Chris Devitte: https://twitter.com/chris_devvEmblem Vault: https://twitter.com/EmblemVaultAgent Hustle: https://x.com/AgentHustleAIMigrate Fun: https://x.com/MigrateFun

On this episode of Crazy Wisdom, Stewart Alsop talks with Agustin Ferreira, founder of Neurona, an AI community in Buenos Aires. Their conversation moves through Argentina's history with economic crises and the rise of crypto as an alternative to failing institutions, the importance of Ethereum and smart contracts, the UX challenges that still plague crypto adoption, and how AI and agents could transform the way people interact with decentralized systems. They also explore the tension between TradFi and DeFi, questions of data privacy and surveillance, the shifting role of social networks, and even the cultural and philosophical meaning of decentralization. You can learn more about Agustin's work through Neurona on Twitter at Neurona.Check out this GPT we trained on the conversationTimestamps00:05 Agustin shares how Argentina's economic crises and the Corralito shaped interest in Bitcoin and Ethereum, with smart contracts offering a way out of broken systems.00:10 They compare Bitcoin's simplicity with Ethereum's immutability and programmability, opening new use cases beyond money transfers.00:15 The discussion shifts to crypto's UX problem, from jargon and wallets to agents and AI smoothing the user experience, with projects like Gina Wallet and Gigabrain.00:20 Stewart's frustrations with NFTs and bridging tokens highlight why validators, restaking, and cross-chain complexity still matter for decentralization.00:25 Agustin reflects on TradFi merging with DeFi, the risk of losing core values, and how stablecoins and U.S. interest could spark a spike in crypto markets.00:30 They broaden into Web 2.0's walled gardens, the need for alternatives, and how AI, data privacy, and surveillance raise urgency for decentralized systems.00:35 Social networks, culture, and hypercapitalism come into focus, with Agustin questioning fantasy online lives and imagining more conscious connections.00:40 The conversation turns philosophical, exploring religion-like markets, self-knowledge, and the hope for technology that feels more human.00:45 Stewart and Agustin discuss off-grid living, AI as a tool for autonomy, and space exploration shaping future generations.00:50 Agustin brings in the metaverse, both its potential to connect people more deeply and the risk of centralization, closing with Neurona's mission in Buenos Aires.Key InsightsOne of the strongest themes Agustin brings forward is how Argentina's long history of economic crises and the Corralito in 2001 created a natural openness to crypto. For his generation, trust in the peso was destroyed early, and holding dollars became the norm. This made decentralized alternatives like Bitcoin and later Ethereum feel less like speculation and more like survival tools.Ethereum's introduction of smart contracts represented a decisive leap from Bitcoin's simple ledger into programmable, immutable agreements. For young Argentines, this opened a space to innovate and build projects that weren't dependent on fragile local institutions, and it felt like a path to opportunity in the midst of recurring instability.Agustin emphasizes that crypto still has a major UX problem. From confusing jargon to multiple wallets and bridges, it's far from intuitive. He sees AI agents playing a transformative role in making transactions and investments seamless, removing technical friction so people can use crypto without even realizing the complexity beneath it.Bridging across blockchains reveals both the promise and challenge of decentralization. Tokens must be locked, represented, and validated across chains, and while this creates resilience, it also adds layers of risk. Agustin hopes the future will feel “like magic,” where these processes disappear from the user's view.The rise of TradFi players in DeFi is double-edged. On one hand, it accelerates maturity and scale, but on the other, it risks eroding the original ethos of decentralization. Agustin worries about lost principles yet also anticipates a surge of new DeFi projects and stablecoin adoption driven by U.S. financial interests.Beyond finance, the conversation turns to the politics of data privacy and surveillance. Agustin argues that much of the motivation for decentralized systems is to resist manipulation, polarization, and weaponization of personal information—issues that AI will amplify unless paired with decentralized alternatives.Finally, both Stewart and Agustin reflect on culture, social networks, and even the metaverse. Agustin critiques hypercapitalism's fantasy-driven platforms and envisions technology that enables more authentic human connection. Whether through off-grid living, space exploration, or decentralized metaverse communities, he sees a need to balance innovation with deeper human and philosophical questions about freedom and meaning.

Predictions for where DeFi is headed next with Monarq Asset Management CIO Sanat Rao. To get the show every week, follow the podcast ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. At Korea Blockchain Week, CoinDesk's Jennifer Sanasie and Sam Ewen sit down with Sanat Rao, CIO of Monarq Asset Management, to discuss how the latest Fed rate cut is impacting crypto markets and setting the stage for the next DeFi summer. Plus, he explains why lower interest rates make DeFi yields even more attractive, how TradFi is starting to embrace on-chain finance, and the biggest risks facing DeFi investors today. 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 Sam Ewen.

We went live to discuss Plasma's rapid TVL growth, and incentivization strategies, momentum in prediction markets and cultural betting trends, Hypurrr NFTs, perp DEX farming; and the decline of launchpads. Thanks for tuning in! As always, remember this podcast is for informational purposes only, and any views expressed by anyone on the show are solely their opinions, not financial advice. -- Katana directs chain revenue back to DeFi users for consistently higher yields. It starts with VaultBridge, which turns bridged assets into yield streams that back a perpetually funded real yield, boosting rewards for DeFi users. Katana is pioneering Productive TVL, assets actually being used in DeFi and reinforces this with Chain-owned Liquidity, permanent liquidity the chain controls.  Stop sleeping on your bags: https://app.katana.network/?utm_source=BW-Pod  -- Allora is the new AI standard for DeFi platforms and agents to achieve sharper, faster, and more reliable financial systems than any single language model can offer. Instead of choosing and managing models, users state their goal, and the system delivers the best result.  To learn more about Allora Network, visit https://www.allora.network/ and https://x.com/AlloraNetwork -- Crypto's premiere institutional conference returns to London in October 2025. Use code 0x100 for £100 off at checkout: https://blockworks.co/event/digital-asset-summit-2025-london -- Blockworks is hiring a Research Data Analyst. If you live in SQL and love making sense of onchain chaos, apply today: https://jobs.ashbyhq.com/Blockworks?utm_source=EQPb2dAAxr -- Follow Danny: https://x.com/defi_kay_ Follow Boccaccio: https://x.com/salveboccaccio Follow Blockworks Research: https://x.com/blockworksres Subscribe on YouTube: https://bit.ly/3foDS38 Subscribe on Apple: https://apple.co/3SNhUEt Subscribe on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3NlP1hA Get top market insights and the latest in crypto news. Subscribe to Blockworks Daily Newsletter: https://blockworks.co/newsletter/ Join the 0xResearch Telegram group: https://t.me/+UFFz4z3qyrhhMDYx -- Timestamps: (0:00) Introduction (4:50) Plasma TVL Skyrocketing (18:02) Katana Ad (18:45) Prediction Market Momentum (30:55) Hypurr NFTs (37:06) Farming Perp DEXs (45:15) Ads (Katana & Allora) (46:22) Launchpads Are In The Dumps -- Check out Blockworks Research today! Research, data, governance, tokenomics, and models – now, all in one place Blockworks Research: https://www.blockworksresearch.com/ Free Daily Newsletter: https://blockworks.co/newsletter -- Disclaimer: Nothing said on 0xResearch 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. Boccaccio, Danny, and our guests may hold positions in the companies, funds, or projects discussed.

My interview with Michael Bentley, CEO of Euler Labs. - DeFi adoption surged from zero to $3 billion on Euler in just nine months - Institutional players such as BlackRock and Apollo are tokenising money market funds on-chain - Stablecoin growth is driving new lending and borrowing markets in DeFi - Traditional fintechs are starting to use DeFi rails as back-end infrastructure - Retail adoption still faces UX and UI hurdles, but fintech integrations may bridge the gap - Michael predicts explosive growth if even a fraction of traditional finance moves on-chain - Despite risks like hacks and smart contract bugs, DeFi offers transparency and antifragility compared to traditional finance Powered by Phoenix Group The full interview is also available on my YouTube channel: YouTube: http://bit.ly/42iIc9r  

Enjoyed our podcast? Shoot us a text and let us know—because great conversations never end at the last word!We trace Tezos from a grassroots “revolution” in 2017 to a concrete plan for DeFi growth that links governance, stablecoins, and the art economy. Kevin Mehrabi shares how USDTZ prepared for U.S. clarity under the Genius Act and why Etherlink should bridge value, not hype.• 2017 fundraiser, community-led governance shift, and decentralization as a standard • choosing Tezos after deeply reading the white paper and rejecting hard-fork risk • LA community building, the rise of Tezos art, and what “punk” really means for culture • lessons from launching USDTZ early: integrations, trust, reserve-backed design • why the Genius Act matters for compliant, treasury-backed stablecoins • surplus as an on-chain financial battery: grants, art, hackathons, DAO treasury • Etherlink strategy: export L1 value, import EVM liquidity, bridge interest-bearing assets 

Oh Me, founder of Kyzzen, joins Thomas to discuss his platform's evolution from NFT education to becoming Solana's premier opportunity aggregation platform. After three years of bootstrapping with zero funding and zero team turnover, Kyzzen is launching its first NFT collection: Kyzzen no Sekai, an AI-assisted anime art project offering holders exclusive access to advanced analytics tools.Oh Me shares his unconventional framework that simplifies all crypto opportunities into just 6-7 categories, regardless of sector. He challenges the "generational wealth" narrative, instead focusing on financial freedom through sustainable income streams like DeFi yields, staking, and airdrops that work in any market condition.Key topics include:Why Kyzzen pivoted to focus solely on money-making opportunitiesThe hybrid art approach combining hand-drawn traits with AI generationAdvanced portfolio analytics and risk management tools for NFT holdersInvestment philosophy: your biggest enemies are greed and carelessnessRunning 140+ projects through Twitter Spaces in 34 weeksThe state of Solana's regulatory environment and future outlookOh Me brings a refreshingly honest perspective from his banking background, emphasizing research, risk management, and long-term thinking over speculation. A must-listen for anyone serious about building sustainable wealth in crypto.More in depth show notes at solanaweekly.fun/episodes Get full access to The Dramas of Thomas Bahamas at thomasbahamas.substack.com/subscribe

Jordi Visser is a macro investor with over 30 years of Wall Street experience. He also writes a Substack called “VisserLabs” and puts out investing YouTube videos. In this conversation we discuss bitcoin outlook for rest of the year, interest rate cuts, how to evaluate AI acceleration, Nvidia's $100 billion deal with OpenAI, and what metrics investors should keep an eye on.======================Check out my NEW show for daily bite-sized breakdowns of the biggest stories in finance, technology, and politics: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://pompdesk.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠======================This episode is brought to you by Figure ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠(https://figuremarkets.co/pomp)⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, the platform to Earn and Borrow. Need liquidity without selling your crypto? Figure offers Crypto-Backed Loans, allowing you to borrow against your Bitcoin or Ethereum with 12-month terms and no prepayment penalties. They have the lowest rates in the industry at 8.91%, allowing you to access instant cash or buy more Bitcoin without triggering a tax event.Your BTC collateral is protected by decentralized MPC custody. You can always see your BTC ownership in your FM account and verify holdings in your personal BTC vault on chain. Unlock your crypto's potential today. Visit their app to apply ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠(https://figuremarkets.co/pomp)⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for a Crypto Backed Loan today! Figure Lending LLC dba Figure. Equal Opportunity Lender. NMLS 1717824. Terms and conditions apply. Visit figure.com for more information. Figure Markets Credit LLC. 650 S. Tryon Street, 8th Floor, Charlotte, NC 28202. (888) 926-6259. NMLS ID 2559612. Terms and conditions apply. Visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://figuremarkets.com/borrow⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for more information.======================Bitlayer is taking Bitcoin beyond just a store of value. For the first time, you can put your Bitcoin to work, earning yield while staying true to its core principles of security and decentralization. Bitlayer is making Bitcoin DeFi a reality. Learn more at https://x.com/BitlayerLabs======================Bitwise is one of the largest and fastest-growing crypto asset managers. As of December 31, 2021, the company managed over $1.3 billion across an expanding suite of investment solutions, which include the world's largest crypto index fund and other innovative products spanning Bitcoin, Ethereum, DeFi, and crypto equities. Whether you're an individual, advisor, or institution, Bitwise provides intelligent access to crypto with your unique circumstances in mind. Visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bitwiseinvestments.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to learn more. Certain of the Bitwise investment products may be subject to the extreme risks associated with investing in crypto assets. Visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bitwiseinvestments.com/disclosures⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to learn more.======================TimeStamps:0:00 - Intro1:31 - Interest rate cut and market sentiment 4:20 - Bullish on bitcoin in Q4? 5:54 - How to evaluate AI companies 8:14 - October outlook and uncertainty in the market 12:15 - Evaluating AI replacing human jobs 26:01 - Thoughts on Nvidia's $100 billion OpenAI deal 35:30 - Merging between AI & bitcoin mining39:04 - Are we going to continue seeing an economic boom? 44:11 - What metrics should investors be keeping an eye on?47:38 - Thoughts on government getting involved with AI businesses 50:27 - What models and tools are Jordi using?

What if getting laid off was actually the push you needed to build the life you wanted? Lauren Gibson is a writer and email marketing strategist who helps founders, agency owners, and coaches grow through newsletters and community-building. She's worked across human rights, tech, and entrepreneurship, including the co-founder of Ethereum on a DeFi project. After traveling to 44 countries, earning her MBA at Georgetown, and getting laid off from the NFT market in 2023, Lauren turned what could have been devastating into the catalyst she needed to build her own business. This episode is packed with unique insights on the psychological challenges of transitioning from employee to entrepreneur, especially for highly educated professionals. She's discovered that people with advanced degrees often struggle more because they've been trained to value their worth through employer validation. Her journey from relief at being laid off to building a profitable business in under a year shows that sometimes the scariest moments become the biggest opportunities. Lauren also shares how she overcame analysis paralysis, dropped her ego to take on pro bono work, and built her business through organic marketing. Her insights on the future of work, email lists versus social media, and why consistency beats passion offer practical wisdom for anyone considering the entrepreneurial leap   Key Takeaways: Higher Education Can Make Entrepreneurship Harder. Advanced degree holders often struggle more because they're conditioned to seek employer validation. You Can't Connect the Dots Looking Forward. Planning everything perfectly leads to paralysis; start doing and figure it out as you go. Drop Your Ego and Do Free Work Initially. Pro bono clients help you build testimonials and transition from employee to business owner mindset. Consistency Beats Passion in Business. Passion fades regularly, but consistent daily actions keep you moving through tough times. Email Lists Are 42x More Valuable Than Social Media. Focus on building your email list since subscribers are more likely to convert. Connections Drive the Future of Work. As AI automates tasks, human connections become the primary differentiator and value creator. Structure Your Day Like a Company Would. Without a boss setting your schedule, create your own daily routines and stick to them.   Listen to the full conversation here: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@risingtidestartups Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/rising-tide-startups/id1330525474 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2eq7unl70TRPsBhjLEsNZR Connect with Lauren: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/linkwithlauren/ Letter Launched: https://letterlaunched.com/ Website: https://laurenrosegibson.com/   Closing thought: You can't connect the dots looking forward. You can only connect them looking backwards."  Steve Jobs Please leave us an honest rating on Spotify, YouTube, or Apple Podcasts. Shoutout to our Great Sponsors:  Naviqus Virtual Services - Hassle-free administrative support services that are efficient, affordable, and tailored to your needs. Check out https://naviqus.com now to jumpstart your business for 2025! Podbrand Media - Have you ever considered starting your own podcast for your company or brand?  Podbrandmedia.com can help.  Affordable and effective in content creation and lead generation!  

How do stablecoin-first blockchains win distribution? Does TVL actually map to value? And why speculation may become the default language of online culture. In this 3-part episode, we explore three different important stories. Segment 1: CoinFund's Seth Ginns explains how newly launched stablecoin chain Plasma aims to compete, plus why the “stablecoin race” with Circle and Stripe is just beginning. Segment 2: Solana Foundation president Lily Liu lays out why revenue—not TVL—should be crypto's north-star metric, whether TVL can be easily gamed, and what a better DeFi metric stack looks like. Segment 3: Figment Capital's James Parillo makes the case for Pump.fun and “AudienceFi”: how creator coins can financialize streaming, whether token collapses are a feature, and why both perps and memecoins rhyme with gambling. Thank you to our sponsors! TOKEN2049 - Get 15% off with code UNCHAINED Binance Guests: James Parillo, General Partner at Figment Capital Lily Liu, President of Solana Foundation Seth Ginns, Managing Partner and Head of Liquid Investments at CoinFund Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news  Bitcoin is up slightly at $109,195 Eth is up slightly at $3,909 XRP, is down slightly at $2.72 Major banking players begin live pilot of tokenized Sterling Silver. Possible rugpull by Defi Protocol Hypervault AlphaTON capital completes Toncoin purchase. ###Gemini Card Disclosure: The Gemini Credit Card is issued by WebBank. In order to qualify for the $200 crypto intro onus, you must spend $3,000 in your first 90 days. Terms Apply. Some exclusions apply to instant rewards in which rewards are deposited when the transaction posts. This content is not investment advice and trading crypto involves risk. For more details on rates, fees, and other cost information, see Rates & Fees. The Gemini Credit Card may not be used to make gambling-related purchases. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Turn online alignment into an offline community — join us at TheWayFwrd.com to connect with like-minded people near you. It's the best way to support this podcast and the movement we're building together: https://thewayfwrd.com/join/ Oto Gomes and Erai Beckman join Alec to examine crypto's hard truths: personal DeFi losses, myths of decentralization, and the role regulation may play in protecting user freedom. They discuss Bitcoin's security limits, quantum risks, and the shift toward compliance-first projects like Peace Through Trade (PTT Coin). Together, they make the case that smart rules may help bridge centralized finance and blockchain without compromising sovereignty. For more details, links, timestamps and resources mentioned in this episode, visit our website: https://thewayfwrd.com/podcast/ep-192-blockchain-web3-scam-your-questions-answered-with-oto-gomes-erai-beckman/ Related Links & References Peace Through Trade (PTT Coin): https://pttblockchain.online Oto Gomes Website: http://otogomes.live Oto Gomes Crypto Freedom Academy Free Account: https://whop.com/crypto-freedom-academy-free?a=thewayforward   The Way Forward podcast is sponsored by: New Biology Clinic: Redefine Health from the Ground Up Experience tailored terrain-based health services with consults, livestreams, movement classes, and more. Visit https://NewBiologyClinic.com and use code TheWayForward for $50 off activation. Way Forward members get the fee waived: https://thewayfwrd.com/membership-sign-up/ ————————— RMDY Collective: Homeopathy Made Accessible High-quality remedies and training to support natural healing. Enroll: https://rmdyacademy.org/?bg_ref=MKho6KZowaExplore: https://rmdycollective.org/?bg_ref=MKho6KZowa —————————  

This week we're back to discuss the top stories of the week. We deep dive into the state of markets, Tether looking to raise $20B at a $500B valuation, Aster vs Hyperliquid, crypto IPOs in 2025-26 & more. Enjoy! -- 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 Start your day with crypto news, analysis and data from David Canellis. Subscribe to the Empire newsletter: https://blockworks.co/newsletter/empire?utm_source=podcasts -- Ansem's outlook on markets: https://x.com/blknoiz06/status/1970107553079079341 -- Crypto's premiere institutional conference returns to London in October 2025. Use code EMPIRE100 for £100 off at checkout: https://blockworks.co/event/digital-asset-summit-2025-london -- Crypto-native institutions and developers demand institutional-grade infrastructure with regulatory clarity and full asset control. Blockdaemon's Earn Stack is a non-custodial platform combining high-performance staking rewards and seamless DeFi integration with no intermediate smart contract or vaults. Programmatically access leading Ethereum & Solana staking rewards, plus DeFi opportunities across lending protocols, DEXs, and AMMs. Book a Demo! -- peaq, the Machine Economy Computer, proudly sponsors the Empire podcast. peaq is home to 60+ apps across 20+ industries and millions of devices, machines, and onchain robots. It powers the world's first tokenized robo-farm, launching soon in Hong Kong, and has launched the Machine Economy Free Zone in Dubai as a Web3 x Robotics x AI innovation hub. For more about peaq, check out www.peaq.xyz -- Timestamps: (00:00) Introduction (02:32) Are Markets A Little Too Frothy? (06:43) The Stablecoin Thesis (10:43) Takeaways From The Origin Summit (13:53) Ansem's Outlook On Markets (22:49) Tether Raising $20B at $500B Valuation (26:26) Ads (Blockdaemon, Peaq) (27:26) Aster vs Hyperliquid (39:23) BitGo Files Their S-1 (50:28) Ads (Blockdaemon, Peaq) (51:36) Crypto IPOs In 2026 (55:02) Cloudflare Issuing A Stablecoin (59:06) Zerohash Raises $100M At $1B Valuation (01:01:48) 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.

Vitalik Buterin just declared DeFi as Ethereum's “killer app.” In his new post, he compares it to Google Search, the dependable core business that powers everything else. Ryan and David break down why Vitalik believes DeFi has finally earned this title, how it survived the volatility of the last cycle, and what it means for ETH as collateral, culture, and revenue. They cover the Google analogy, the risks DeFi has outgrown, and why this moment could define Ethereum's future. ------

Unveiling ReserveOne and a new era of bitcoin DeFi with CEO Jaime Leverton at Korea Blockchain Week. To get the show every week, follow the podcast ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. In today's Markets Outlook, CoinDesk's Jennifer Sanasie and Sam Ewen sit down with Jaime Leverton, CEO of ReserveOne, at Korea Blockchain Week 2025 to discuss the critical role of transaction fees in bitcoin halving and the potential for a new era of bitcoin DeFi. Plus, she gives us an exclusive look at ReserveOne, a new public company aiming to be a one-stop-shop for crypto investors, with a management team she calls the "Avengers of Crypto." 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 Sam Ewen.

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