Podcasts about digital assets

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

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

Host Sam Ewen breaks down the latest news in the crypto industry as crypto investors lost over $2.1 billion to hacks and exploits in the first half of 2025.Crypto investors lost over $2.1 billion to hacks and exploits in the first half of 2025, according to a report from TRM Labs. Researchers say North Korean-linked groups are responsible for $1.6 billion of those. Plus, why bitcoin miner revenues are sliding. CoinDesk's Jennifer Sanasie hosts “CoinDesk Daily.”-Is the Layer-1 landscape saturated? Bahamut Blockchain offers a fresh perspective, aligning validator economics with real usage. Discover Bahamut's new approach to validator rewards in our CoinDesk Research's latest report. In it we explore their novel Proof of Staking and Activity (PoSA) consensus mechanism and activity-weighted validator scoring system.Go to CoinDesk.com/Research to read more about the Bahamut Blockchain.-This episode was hosted by Jennifer Sanasie. “CoinDesk Daily” is produced by Jennifer Sanasie and edited by Victor Chen.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The latest price moves and insights with 21Shares Head of U.S. Business Federico Brokate.To get the show every day, follow the podcast here.21Shares Head of U.S. Business Federico Brokate joins CoinDesk Live at the Injective Summit for a special edition of "Markets Daily," where he unpacks bitcoin's recent stability amid geopolitical tensions and the "tremendous maturity" it signals.This content should not be construed or relied upon as investment advice. It is for entertainment and general information purposes.-This episode was hosted by Jennifer Sanasie and Andy Baehr. “Markets Daily” is produced by Jennifer Sanasie and edited by Victor Chen.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The latest price moves and insights with 21Shares Head of U.S. Business Federico Brokate.To get the show every day, follow the podcast here.21Shares Head of U.S. Business Federico Brokate joins CoinDesk Live at the Injective Summit for a special edition of "Markets Daily," where he unpacks bitcoin's recent stability amid geopolitical tensions and the "tremendous maturity" it signals.This content should not be construed or relied upon as investment advice. It is for entertainment and general information purposes.-This episode was hosted by Jennifer Sanasie and Andy Baehr. “Markets Daily” is produced by Jennifer Sanasie and edited by Victor Chen.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Host Jennifer Sanasie breaks down the latest news in the crypto industry as Metaplanet has become the fifth largest corporate holder of bitcoin.Metaplanet has become the fifth largest corporate holder of bitcoin, racing past Elon Musk's Tesla. The firm bought 1,234 BTC for $133 million, taking its stash to over 12,000 bitcoin. And, what's driving the surge in SEI's native token? CoinDesk's Jennifer Sanasie hosts “CoinDesk Daily.”-Ledn is the leading platform for Bitcoin-backed loans, offering a secure and transparent way to unlock liquidity without selling your Bitcoin. Ledn has issued over $9 billion in loans since 2018 and has never lost a single satoshi of client assets, earning a reputation as the name you can trust in the crypto space.Visit ledn.io to learn more. -This episode was hosted by Jennifer Sanasie. “CoinDesk Daily” is produced by Jennifer Sanasie and edited by Victor Chen.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Host Jennifer Sanasie breaks down the latest news in the crypto industry as Republic is set to let retail investors gain exposure to SpaceX.Investment firm Republic is set to let retail investors gain exposure to Elon Musk's SpaceX, one of tech's most coveted startups. Plus, will we see a Truth Social Bitcoin and Ethereum ETF listed on the New York Stock Exchange? CoinDesk's Jennifer Sanasie hosts “CoinDesk Daily.”-Ledn is the leading platform for Bitcoin-backed loans, offering a secure and transparent way to unlock liquidity without selling your Bitcoin. Ledn has issued over $9 billion in loans since 2018 and has never lost a single satoshi of client assets, earning a reputation as the name you can trust in the crypto space.Visit ledn.io to learn more. -This episode was hosted by Jennifer Sanasie. “CoinDesk Daily” is produced by Jennifer Sanasie and edited by Victor Chen.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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

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

Host Jennifer Sanasie breaks down the latest news in the crypto industry as bitcoin reclaims $105K amid tensions in the Middle East.Bitcoin climbed back up above $105,000 after U.S. President Donald Trump announced a ceasefire between Israel and Iran on Monday. Will the alleged violations of the truce cause any uncertainties across the broader market? CoinDesk's Jennifer Sanasie hosts “CoinDesk Daily.”-Ledn is the leading platform for Bitcoin-backed loans, offering a secure and transparent way to unlock liquidity without selling your Bitcoin. Ledn has issued over $9 billion in loans since 2018 and has never lost a single satoshi of client assets, earning a reputation as the name you can trust in the crypto space.Visit ledn.io to learn more. -This episode was hosted by Jennifer Sanasie. “CoinDesk Daily” is produced by Jennifer Sanasie and edited by Victor Chen.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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

For episode 533, Brandon Zemp is joined by Bundeep Singh Rangar, CEO of Fineqia, a digital asset business that builds and targets investments in early and growth-stage technology companies. Fineqia provides investors with institutional grade exposure to opportunities emanating from convergence of blockchain based Decentralized Finance (DeFi) and Traditional Finance (TradFi). Bundeep is a thought leader in blockchain technologies and has spoken at influential events, including Paris Blockchain Week, Insurance 2025 in London, the South Summit in Madrid, the FinTech & InsurTech Digital Congress in Warsaw, and Rakuten's Technology Conference in Tokyo. Learn more about the company’s products and portfolio at www.fineqia.com. ⏳ Timestamps: 0:00 | Introduction1:26 | Who is Bundeep Singh Rangar?8:34 | What is Fineqia?12:36 | Fineqia vetting process14:25 | ETFs vs ETNs22:55 | Regulations in Europe vs U.S.30:04 | ETNs and Bitcoin36:38 | Bitcoin and AI38:37 | Fineqia portfolio companies41:26 | Fineqia roadmap50:28 | Fineqia website & socials51:22 | Events and conferences

In this episode of Couchonomics with Arjun, we sit down with Tim Levene, CEO of Augmentum Fintech, the UK's only publicly listed fintech venture capital firm.From going public to backing infrastructure instead of hype, Tim shares what permanent capital allows that traditional VC structures don't and why he believes the next decade of fintech will be won with discipline, not just disruption.What we cover:

Yield Guild Games founder Gabby Dizon breaks down the state of Web3 gaming, from Axie Infinity's cultural moment to building sustainable crypto-native games today.Gabby Dizon founded Yield Guild Games during the height of the Axie Infinity craze, helping players in developing markets access play-to-earn opportunities through innovative guild structures. In this conversation, he shares insights on what made Axie a watershed moment, why gaming guilds remain relevant despite market downturns and how his team is approaching casual crypto gaming with their new title LOL Land.Links mentioned from the podcast: YGG WebsiteGabby's TwitterWatch this episode on video:YouTubeCoinDeskFollow us on Twitter: Sam Ewen, CoinDesk-"Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen. Executive produced by Uyen Truong.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

For episode 532, Brandon Zemp is joined by Ted Santos, a bold strategist who trains and develops CEOs and executives to stop solving problems and start creating them to fuel breakthroughs that redefine industries. As the creator of the Disruptive Leadership Model, Ted flips conventional wisdom on its head, proving that chaos isn’t a threat. It’s the catalyst for transformation. With a track record of turning impossible visions into unstoppable growth, Ted challenges leaders to think bigger, act bolder, and turn uncertainty into opportunity. ⏳ Timestamps: 0:00 | Introduction1:06 | Who is Ted Santos?8:28 | Growth under Pressure9:37 | Neuroplasticity14:25 | Disruptive Leadership Model21:39 | Resilience is the byproduct of Growth26:00 | Clients of Ted Santos36:03 | Recommended books & articles42:46 | Ted’s plans for the rest of 202544:14 | How to contact Ted Santos

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

Donald Trump is making headlines for supporting stablecoin legislation — but some experts warn this could be BAD NEWS for Bitcoin and the broader crypto market. Could this plan give the government more control over digital assets while sidelining BTC and decentralized finance?

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

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

Deezy goes back and revisits a video from February 2024 when he first mentioned Aerodrome. EVERYONE is in profit if you bought back then but what are the next moves? Deezy heads to the charts to answer that very question. 

Nick Motz joins Morning Movers to deep dive into this week's legislative progress for the GENIUS Act. Nick's company works within the stablecoin environment and discusses the adoption outlook for a DeFi infrastructure. He maps out the next steps for traditional and non-traditional finance companies, including companies like Circle (CRCL) after its IPO success.======== Schwab Network ========Empowering every investor and trader, every market day.Subscribe to the Market Minute newsletter - https://schwabnetwork.com/subscribeDownload the iOS app - https://apps.apple.com/us/app/schwab-network/id1460719185Download the Amazon Fire Tv App - https://www.amazon.com/TD-Ameritrade-Network/dp/B07KRD76C7Watch on Sling - https://watch.sling.com/1/asset/191928615bd8d47686f94682aefaa007/watchWatch on Vizio - https://www.vizio.com/en/watchfreeplus-exploreWatch on DistroTV - https://www.distro.tv/live/schwab-network/Follow us on X – / schwabnetwork Follow us on Facebook – / schwabnetwork Follow us on LinkedIn - / schwab-network About Schwab Network - https://schwabnetwork.com/about

Animoca Brands are one of the few groups in Web3 that have successfully moved and pivoted with the evolution of Web3. And we're going to learn what it takes to read and succeed in such a tumultuous industry...Yat Siu is one of the busiest, most travelled leaders in Web3. Through deep engagement with founders, investors and innovators all around the world, Yat can filter out what will succeed vs. what is just Crypto Fluff...On this podcast we cover:- The current Animoca Brands investment thesis- Why certain portfolio companies have succeeded of failed- The rise, fall and renovation of Web3 gaming- How to think about Digital Assets, and their many sub-categories- What more is needed to see wider adoption of Web3 technology

In times of crisis, markets may react but technology adapts. In this episode of Byte-Sized Insight, we examine how crypto behaves under pressure. First, Cointelegraph head of markets Ray Salmond and market analyst Marcel Pechman break down how digital assets react in times of war, political instability and macroeconomic uncertainty. Then, we shift focus from speculation to real-world utility. Featuring Megan Klimen of the Filecoin Foundation and Vivek Raman, CEO of Etherealize, to explore how decentralized technologies are being used to preserve truth, protect local journalism, and provide access to stable value in times of crisis.(02:26) How crypto markets respond to global instability(05:14) Bitcoin's evolving role as a financial safe haven(07:37) What to watch for in crypto markets in the days ahead(10:27) Real-world use cases for crypto in times of crisis(12:03) Preserving journalism in conflict zones with blockchain: Fasila's mission(13:16) Decentralized vs. centralized tech in unstable environments(15:13) Why decentralized infrastructure matters, especially in crisisThis episode was hosted and produced by Savannah Fortis, @savannah_fortis.Follow Cointelegraph on X @Cointelegraph.Check out Cointelegraph at cointelegraph.com.If you like what you heard, rate us and leave a review!The views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast are its participants' alone and do not necessarily reflect or represent the views and opinions of Cointelegraph. This podcast (and any related content) is for entertainment purposes only and does not constitute financial advice, nor should it be taken as such. Everyone must do their own research and make their own decisions. The podcast's participants may or may not own any of the assets mentioned.

On today's episode we're talking about the complex issue of cryptocurrency and divorce, and to help unpack it, I brought in Chris Groshong. Chris made the leap from biotech to fintech when he founded CoinStructive back in 2015. Since then he's worked for crypto financial institutions and has helped hundreds of people track down crypto lost to scams, hacks, and yes, hidden in divorce. If crypto feels confusing, secretive, or even a little bit shady to you, you're not alone. But as Chris explains, the blockchain is actually built on transparency. So once you know what to look for, it becomes a powerful tool for uncovering hidden assets.  In this conversation, we break down what crypto really is, how it shows up in divorce, and what steps you can take if you suspect it's being used to conceal money. Here's what else we discuss in this episode: What cryptocurrency is and why understanding how it works is so important in the context of divorce (3:29) What the hell is the blockchain?? (4:56) Why crypto can be risky in divorce: people often forget that it's not just about gains, but losses too (21:26) Red flags that might signal your spouse is hiding crypto (think unexplainable withdrawals, hardware wallets, or sketchy apps) (24:56) How crypto investigations actually work and why they're often more successful than you'd think (44:49) Learn more about Chris Groshong: Chris Groshong is a Certified Fraud Investigator who focuses on helping victims of cryptocurrency scams. He is also the Chief Compliance Officer for several crypto financial institutions including Bitcoin ATM operators, OTC exchanges, Wallet operators, DeFi platforms and more. He helps oversee money transmitter licensing and regulatory affairs for his clients at a fraction of the cost of attorneys. He is a member of the CFCIA (California Financial Crimes Investigators Association), Government Blockchain Association, The Chamber of Digital Commerce, ABA (American Bar Association), ACFCS, ACFE, ACAMS, and has served as an Expert Witness in a Federal fraud case involving Bitcoin and Monero as well as several Divorce cases. He maintains a public-private partnership with the FBI through Infragard. Chris is the Executive Director of the Crypto Recovery Alliance, a non-profit organization dedicated to helping victims of crypto thefts and scams by providing Blockchain Forensics to victims who can't afford services, as well as access to low or no-cost Mental Health services and preventative education and training. Resources & Links:The Divorce Survival Guide Resource BundleFocused Strategy Sessions with Kate  Phoenix Rising: A Divorce Empowerment Collective Chris's website Crypto Recovery Alliance Chris on LinkedIn =================== DISCLAIMER:  THE COMMENTARY AND OPINIONS AVAILABLE ON THIS PODCAST ARE FOR INFORMATIONAL AND ENTERTAINMENT PURPOSES ONLY AND NOT FOR THE PURPOSE OF PROVIDING LEGAL OR PSYCHOLOGICAL ADVICE.  YOU SHOULD CONTACT AN ATTORNEY, COACH, OR THERAPIST IN YOUR STATE TO OBTAIN ADVICE WITH RESPECT TO ANY PARTICULAR ISSUE OR PROBLEM. Episode link: https://kateanthony.com/podcast/episode-328-crypto-and-divorce-how-to-uncover-digital-assets-with-chris-groshong  

President Donald Trump has publicly called for the immediate passing of the "Genius Stablecoin Bill," signaling a dramatic shift in U.S. crypto politics. Trump is embracing digital assets — and this move could change everything for stablecoins, crypto regulation, and investor confidence.

Jeremy discusses his Miami Bitcoin office, building a staking platform directly into Bitcoin client, redesigning Bitcoin script entirely, CTV endorsement process, and why Bitcoin should make users feel dramatically more free on the day they start using it.You're listening to Bitcoin Season 2. Subscribe to the newsletter, trusted by over 7,000 Bitcoiners: https://newsletter.blockspacemedia.comJeremy Rubin joins us to talk about his secretive Miami Bitcoin office building Polybeam bridge and a Bitcoin staking platform, his controversial ideas for redesigning Bitcoin script entirely using RISC-V instead of the current "crappy programming language," his CTV endorsement process and why CAT proposals fell short, plus his theory on optimal soft fork activation timing to avoid holidays and summer vacations.Subscribe to the newsletter! https://newsletter.blockspacemedia.comNotes:• Building Bitcoin staking platform into core client• Polybeam bridge connects Bitcoin to StarkNet• CTV endorsement process received few submissions• Recommends 10 megabytes memory for new script• Early November best time for soft fork activation• In-person work more effective than remoteTimestamps:00:00 Start01:39 Working from home03:10 Jeremy's secret project04:17 Polybeam05:28 Char & Bitcoin staking07:11 Staking within the client09:58 Whiteboarding at OP_NEXT11:47 64 byte transactions28:49 Drama & Kanye30:52 CTV36:54 Softfork activation (the human version)45:21 Best day of life-

Host Sam Ewen breaks down the latest news in the crypto industry as President Trump warns Iran. President Donald Trump's warning on Iran sent overall crypto markets in turmoil and Polymarket bettors believe that there's an over 60% chance that the U.S. will take military action against Iran. Plus, the Senate passed the GENIUS Act and the USELESS coin draws hype. CoinDesk's Sam Ewen hosts “CoinDesk Daily.”-Is the Layer-1 landscape saturated? Bahamut Blockchain offers a fresh perspective, aligning validator economics with real usage. Discover Bahamut's new approach to validator rewards in our CoinDesk Research's latest report. In it we explore their novel Proof of Staking and Activity (PoSA) consensus mechanism and activity-weighted validator scoring system.Go to CoinDesk.com/Research to read more about the Bahamut Blockchain.-This episode was hosted by Sam Ewen.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Wyatt is joined by Greg Genega, Digital Asset and Blockchain leader at KPMG, for a conversation on the state of crypto auditing. In this episode:  How KPMG works with crypto companies and protocols Relevant new innovations in the crypto space What to look out for as a new founder

The Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) is meeting today, and its decisions could significantly influence the cryptocurrency market. With the potential for rate cuts or other policy shifts, altcoins are poised for volatility.

Jerome Powell's latest announcement could SHAKE the entire crypto market! Will interest rates rise, fall, or hold? And what does it mean for Bitcoin, Ethereum, and altcoins? 

Deezy breaks down Ethereum vs Solana. We go over 3 angles -Wall Street Reports -Bridge flows -Charts Don't miss the analysis if you hold ETH or SOL! 

In this episode, we explore how people consistently choose digital convenience over privacy protection. With key thought leaders and featuring street interviews that reveal the gap between what people say they value and their actual online behavior. We examine why true privacy solutions remain inaccessible to most users, the concerning opacity of AI data usage and the need for better education about the real costs of our data exchanges.To learn more, visit https://midnight.network/break-free.This episode is created in partnership with Midnight Network and Brave.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Host Sam Ewen breaks down the latest news in the crypto industry as X suspended Pump.fun's official account.Social media giant X suspended Pump.fun's official account and co-founder Alon Cohen's handle on June 16, along with other memecoin platforms in an apparent crackdown. What does it say about the freedom of speech on the platform? Plus, Polyhedra suffered a liquidity attack and ARK Invest sold $51.8 million worth of Circle shares. CoinDesk's Sam Ewen hosts “CoinDesk Daily.”-Ledn is the leading platform for Bitcoin-backed loans, offering a secure and transparent way to unlock liquidity without selling your Bitcoin. Ledn has issued over $9 billion in loans since 2018 and has never lost a single satoshi of client assets, earning a reputation as the name you can trust in the crypto space.Visit ledn.io to learn more. -This episode was hosted by Sam Ewen.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Sean McDonough of New West joins the pod to discuss how oil and gas bitcoin mining has changed and where the sector is headed. FILL OUT THE MINING POD SURVEY BY CLICKING HEREWelcome back to The Mining Pod! Today, Sean McDonough, president and founder of New West Data joins us to talk about the company's vertically integrated oil and gas bitcoin mining operations in Alberta, Canada. We explore the pros and cons of full O&G ownership versus JV partnerships, barriers for large oil companies entering Bitcoin mining, regulatory considerations in Alberta, and the convergence of oil, gas, and AI data centers.Subscribe to our newsletter! **Notes:**• New West: $1.5M CAD per megawatt CapEx cost• Alberta flare gas mining still relatively small scale• Dual revenue streams: oil sales + Bitcoin mining• Cash flows split evenly between oil and Bitcoin• Generators are largest CapEx item, more than miners• Hash rate trading in 800-900 range for months00:00 Start02:38 New West04:26 Ownership instead of service07:35 Why don't we see more miner vertical integration10:06 JV's and risk10:56 Nat Gas economics12:30 Nat Gas more profitable than mining?15:48 Regulation in Alberta17:57 Understanding of BTC mining in Alberta19:58 Drillers shifting thinking24:37 Economics of pure play Nat Gas mining?28:45 Have oil producers soured on BTC miners?32:55 NYDIG & Caruso buyout36:09 Ai energy bottleneck41:00 Hashrate predictions42:41 Hashrate chart waves

Deezy goes over the latest Cardano news and then heads to the charts? If you have been HODLing your ADA for what feels like an eternity, don't miss this breakdown! 

For episode 531, Brandon Zemp is joined by Adam Bergman, a leading expert in self-directed IRAs and alternative retirement investments, known for founding IRA Financial, which has grown to serve over 25,000 clients with more than $5 billion in assets. With a background as a tax attorney, his deep knowledge of tax law and retirement regulations positioned him to pioneer strategies in the underutilized self-directed IRA space. A prolific author and speaker, Adam has written nine books and been featured in major media outlets, offering valuable insights on tax-advantaged investing and retirement planning. ⏳ Timestamps: 0:00 | Introduction0:55 | Who is Adam Bergman?2:26 | What is IRA Financial?4:34 | Types of Alternative Assets6:45 | Why brokers don’t offer alternative assets for IRAs?8:15 | IRA Financial account types12:32 | Management for clients13:32 | How to invest into Bitcoin with IRA16:10 | Is Bitcoin a good investment for retirement?19:40 | Is Gold still a good investment for retirement?21:11 | IRA taxable-event triggers23:16 | Yield-bearing alternative assets in IRAs24:26 | Why you should start an IRA when you are young26:40 | How to set up an IRA today28:20 | IRA Financial roadmap29:55 | IRA Financial on YouTube30:22 | Adam’s Books

Welcome to The Chrisman Commentary, your go-to daily mortgage news podcast, where industry insights meet expert analysis. Hosted by Robbie Chrisman, this podcast delivers the latest updates on mortgage rates, capital markets, and the forces shaping the housing finance landscape. Whether you're a seasoned professional or just looking to stay informed, you'll get clear, concise breakdowns of market trends and economic shifts that impact the mortgage world.In today's episode, we go through why we are seeing such differences in housing inventory across metros. Plus, Robbie sits down with SALT Lending's Shawn Owen for a discussion on how digital assets like Bitcoin are reshaping mortgage lending, from collateral risk and fraud prevention to construction financing, regulatory hurdles, and the future of tokenized mortgage markets. And we close with a look at whether all the geopolitical headlines are increasing or subsiding investor risk apetite.Thank you to TRUE and its Mortgage Operations Service (MOS) platform, which transforms borrower documents into instant, trustworthy data for real-time decisioning. TRUE cuts time to critical loan events from days to minutes by using background AI workers to instantly validate data and automate underwriting decisions.

Host Sam Ewen breaks down the latest news in the crypto industry as Strategy buys more BTC.The overall crypto market remain stable with a slight uptrend under the looming threat of war in the mideast. Plus, Vietnam passes new crypto law and Strategy buys 10,100 more BTC. CoinDesk's Sam Ewen hosts “CoinDesk Daily.”-Ledn is the leading platform for Bitcoin-backed loans, offering a secure and transparent way to unlock liquidity without selling your Bitcoin. Ledn has issued over $9 billion in loans since 2018 and has never lost a single satoshi of client assets, earning a reputation as the name you can trust in the crypto space.Visit ledn.io to learn more. -This episode was hosted by Sam Ewen.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Dr. Melyn McKay of Coala Pay explains how blockchain rails are transforming humanitarian aid by enabling instant, secure payments to partners in the world's most challenging locations.Dr. Melyn McKay brings 15 years of humanitarian aid experience to her role as founder of Coala Pay, a blockchain-based payment platform revolutionizing how aid money moves globally. In this conversation, she shares her journey from carrying cash in war zones to building technology that enables instant, transparent aid disbursements through stablecoins and smart contracts. McKay discusses the massive inefficiencies plaguing the traditional aid sector, the trust challenges preventing more direct giving and how Coala Pay is scaling across conflict zones to ensure aid funding reaches local partners safely and efficiently.Links mentioned from the podcast: Melyn's TwitterCoala Pay WebsiteWatch this episode on video:YouTubeCoinDeskFollow us on Twitter: Sam Ewen, CoinDesk-"Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen. Executive produced by Uyen Truong.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Charles Hoskinson proposes selling ADA to buy Bitcoin for the Cardano treasury — and the crypto world is stunned. Is this a betrayal of Cardano's core? Or a strategic move to strengthen the ecosystem against rising threats like Solana?

Charlie and Colin demolish every popular Bitcoin price model - stock-to-flow, rainbow charts, power law, and Metcalfe's law. Why they're all wrong and what might actually work this cycle.You're listening to Bitcoin Season 2. Subscribe to the newsletter, trusted by over 12,000 Bitcoiners: https://newsletter.blockspacemedia.comCharlie and Colin break down every major Bitcoin price prediction model and explain why they're all fundamentally flawed. From Plan B's broken stock-to-flow to Giovanni's power law obsession, rainbow charts, and Metcalfe's law - we expose the problems with each approach and introduce Charlie's new "institutional structured bid corridor" theory for this cycle.Subscribe to the newsletter! https://newsletter.blockspacemedia.comNOTES:• Stock-to-flow predicted $1M by 2025 - failed• Rainbow chart undefeated since 2013• Power law predicts $100K by 2028 latest • Metcalfe's law broken by ETF adoption• Hyper-bitcoinization chart shows $100B BTC• Institutional money creating price channelsTimestamps:00:00 Start00:34 Price Models02:09 Stock to Flow10:48 Rainbow Chart14:59 Arch Network15:31 Power Law21:40 Metcalfe's Law28:03 Hyperbitcoinization Model30:47 Institutional Structure Bid Corridor Model-

American Bitcoin may purchase $320 million of Antminers to expand its fleet, and hedge funds are dumping bitcoin ETFs.FILL OUT THE MINING POD SURVEY BY CLICKING HEREWelcome back to The Mining Pod! Today, Will, Colin, Matt, and Nick discuss Bitcoin mining's summer slowdown, American Bitcoin's massive 25 EH/s anticipated ramp up, a big week for public miner fundraising, Amazon's $20B Pennsylvania data center investment, institutional ETF flows showing hedge fund exits, and the controversial filter wars dividing Bitcoin's community.Subscribe to our newsletter! **Notes:**• Hash rate trading 820-930 EH range lately• American Bitcoin raising for $320M U3S21EXPH buy• IREN upsizes convertible note to $500M • Amazon investing $20B in Pennsylvania• Hedge fund ETT holdings dropped from 122K to 83K BTC in Q100:00 Start01:12 Difficulty Report by Luxor06:37 American Bitcoin $320M U3S21 Cost13:40 Fundraising season23:07 Hedge funds ditched BTC ETFs in Q132:08 Amazon going balls deep in PA37:41 Cry Corner - The Filter Boys Mount UP!