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This week, Ryan and David break down the political storm brewing around crypto. From JD Vance's fiery speech at Bitcoin 2025 to the Trump meme coin dinner that triggered bipartisan backlash. They dive into Ethereum's biggest capital inflow yet, as a public company raises $425 million to buy and stake ETH, drawing comparisons to MicroStrategy. They also cover the court ruling that halted Trump-era tariffs, the Circle IPO finally moving forward, and early signs of a “Stablecoin Summer” as banks eye their own dollar-backed coins. Plus, the growing risks of copycat crypto acquisition vehicles, and why some say the next GBTC-style blowup could already be forming. ------

The Market has rallied back into bull market territory once again, we hear from Ed Yardeni and why he thinks there is more upside ahead.  We review the jump in Magnificent Seven Stocks, and hear what Warren Buffet and Cathie Wood are buying right now.  Looking for Income?  We review three top Preferred Stock Closed-end funds for high monthly income.  We also show you how to take care of your kids and grandkids with a 529 Savings Plan.

Leah Wald is CEO of SOL Strategies (CSE: HODL), a publicly traded Canadian company actively investing in, supporting, and providing infrastructure for the Solana blockchain ecosystem. Prior to Sol Strategies, Leah co-founded and was the CEO of Valkyrie Investments, leading the firm to over $1.3 billion in AUM through cryptocurrency trusts, hedge funds, and ETFs. Valkyrie's advisory business was acquired by CoinShares, and its private trust division by Abra Capital in 2024. Previously, Leah worked at the World Bank Group in the sub-Saharan African region and served as a Partner at Lucid Investment Strategies, one of the first RIAs to allocate GBTC for their clients. Ms. Wald is a contributing writer for Forbes and co-authored the book Hyperwave Theory: The Rogue Waves of Financial Markets.In this conversation, we discuss:- Becoming more than the MicroStrategy of Solana- Acquiring OrangeFin Ventures + Laine Validators (Stakewiz)- The difference between SOL Strategies and SOL ETFs- Investing in ETFs vs companies- Why investment advisors don't push public crypto companies + ETFs- Partnership with Pudgy Penguins- The future of the Solana ecosystem- Pudgy penguins securing a SOL validator- Investing in crypto via publicly traded companies- Launching a Solana staking mobile app- Bridging consumer brands with institutional blockchain infrastructure:- Branded validatorsSOL StrategiesWebsite: solstrategies.ioX: @solstrategies_LinkedIn: SOL Strategies Inc.Leah WaldX: @LeahWaldLinkedIn: Leah Wald ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------  This episode is brought to you by PrimeXBT.  PrimeXBT offers a robust trading system for both beginners and professional traders that demand highly reliable market data and performance. Traders of all experience levels can easily design and customize layouts and widgets to best fit their trading style. PrimeXBT is always offering innovative products and professional trading conditions to all customers.   PrimeXBT is running an exclusive promotion for listeners of the podcast. After making your first deposit, 50% of that first deposit will be credited to your account as a bonus that can be used as additional collateral to open positions.  Code: CRYPTONEWS50  This promotion is available for a month after activation. Click the link below:  PrimeXBT x CRYPTONEWS50

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We continue to review the areas of our investment markets expected to do well under the new incoming administration including Bitcoin, Energy, and Financials.  We also reveal the investment fund that allows you to participate in Elon Musk's SpaceX and other venture capital companies before they become public.

We cover the new record high in the NASDAQ by reviewing the newly revived Magnificent 7 year to date returns and some other top tech companies with above average dividends.  We take a look at recent gains in Gold, Silver, and Bitcoin, you may not believe the numbers!  We wrap up with some interesting investment ideas in Nuclear Energy, including SMRs, Small Modular Reactors.

Ethereum ETF as a whole marked net inflows for the first time since the products started trading. While separate fund producers showed predominant inflows, the market as a whole was watched as a demand factor for ETH tokens. Meanwhile, the stock market remains very top heavy on the magnificent seven stocks. Will tradfi begin eyeing crypto next?Guest: Andrew Horowitz is the President and Founder of Horowitz & Company, a Registered Investment Advisor. He is also the host of The Disciplined Investor Podcast.The Disciplined Investor Podcast ➜ https://t2m.io/DisciplinedInvestor~This Episode is Sponsored By Coinbase~ Get up to $200 for getting started on Coinbase➜ https://bit.ly/CBARRON00:00 Intro00:23 Sponsor: Coinbase02:06 Are people asking about the ETFs?04:01 Are ETFs a good deal?05:51 Diversifying a portfolio08:37 Tokenized securities09:30 Staking11:00 Trump & Bitcoin12:53 Election Forecast12:32 Microsoft14:45 Small caps16:35 META20:00 Rate cuts in September22:28 2025 Predictions23:20 Outro#Bitcoin #Ethereum #Crypto~TradFi vs Crypto ETFs with Andrew Horowitz

In this episode with David Bailey, CEO of BTC Inc., we discuss: Who got President Trump into Bitcoin and how? Is Trump serious about endorsing Bitcoin or is it a campaign promise? Does Trump own Bitcoin? What should a President do when it comes to Bitcoin? Is Bitcoin going to be politicized? Fighting for GBTC holders Bitcoin Conference 2024 ---- Bio: As the co-founder and chief executive officer of BTC Inc, David Bailey is an industry leader and evangelist for hyperbitcoinization. Since 2013, BTC Inc has grown to offer critical intelligence, brand-building expertise and technical incubation specialized for the Bitcoin ecosystem, as well as industry-leading projects like Bitcoin Magazine and Bitcoin 2023 – the biggest conference in the industry. The company now operates in multiple countries and its brands are quickly becoming household names. Bailey sits on the board of advisors for the University of Alabama; is a general partner at UTXO Management, a board member at the Bitcoin Policy Institute, and an active angel investor within the dynamic and rapidly evolving Bitcoin ecosystem. Follow David on X at @DavidFBailey  ---- Coin Stories is powered by Bitdeer Technologies Group (NASDAQ: BTDR), a publicly-traded leader in Bitcoin mining that stands alone as the only vertically-integrated, technology-focused Bitcoin mining company. Learn more at www.bitdeer.com.  ---- Natalie's Promotional Links:  Bitcoin Nashville is July 25-27th! Join me for my 3rd Annual Women of Bitcoin Brunch! Get 10% off your conference passes using the code HODL: https://b.tc/conference.  Buy Bitcoin, secure it through multisig collaborative custody, start a Bitcoin IRA or take out a Bitcoin loan with UNCHAINED: https://shorturl.at/jmW29 promo code Natalie  Never wait or pay high fees for making Bitcoin payments. Use Speed Lightning Wallet to instantly send and receive Bitcoin: https://speedbtcwallet.onelink.me/cGph/coinstories  Safely self-custody your Bitcoin with Coinkite and the ColdCard Wallet. Get 5% off: https://shorturl.at/apsLU  Master your Bitcoin self-custody with 1-on-1 help and gain peace of mind with the help of The Bitcoin Way: https://www.thebitcoinway.com/partners/natalie-brunell  Protect yourself from SIM Swaps that can hack your accounts and steal your Bitcoin. Join America's most secure mobile service, trusted by CEOs, VIPs and top corporations: https://www.efani.com/natalie  Don't waste hundreds of dollars per month on fiat health insurance. Join me at CrowdHealth, a large community of Bitcoiners passionate about health who crowdfund each other's care: www.crowdhealth.com/natalie   Connect with Bitcoiners and Bitcoin merchants wherever you live and travel on the Orange Pill App: https://shorturl.at/gvxS3   ---- This podcast is for educational purposes and should not be construed as official investment advice. ---- VALUE FOR VALUE — SUPPORT NATALIE'S SHOWS Strike ID https://strike.me/coinstoriesnat/ Cash App $CoinStories   #money #Bitcoin #investing

Crypto Waves' Ryan Wilday talks sole concern about bitcoin's raging bull market (0:40). Ether underperforming bitcoin (2:20). Playing the meme coin craze (3:30). 'Corrupt' Coinbase litigation (5:40). BlackRock overtakes Grayscale; thoughts on Bitcoin ETFs (9:20). Technical take on Ethereum ETFs (32:30)Show Notes:Ethereum Can't Seem To Catch BitcoinWere The Bitcoin Spot ETFs A Big Flop?Spot ether ETFs receive initial clearance – so what?BlackRock's IBIT topples GBTC as the world's largest Bitcoin fundEpisode transcriptsFor full access to analyst ratings, stock quant scores as well as dividend grades, subscribe to Seeking Alpha Premium at seekingalpha.com/subscriptionsRegister for Seeking Alpha's Investing Summit (use PODCAST for a discount code!)

In crypto news today Blackrock's BTC ETF IBIT passes GBTC to become the largest Bitcoin ETF. Mastercard launches Crypto Credentials for crypto payments. PayPal's stablecoin PYUSD expands to Solana. Mastercard video https://x.com/MastercardNews/status/1795812231407349887Flare t-shirt giveaway - https://x.com/ThinkingCrypto1/status/1795856195187523729 ✉️ Crypto MailBag - https://forms.gle/vdwYC1eSpkCrc2fQ8 

Plus, the “stunning success” of Bitcoin ETFs and why Michael Sonnenshein stepped down as CEO of Grayscale.Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Pods, Fountain, Overcast, Podcast Addict, Pocket Casts, Castbox, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music, or on your favorite podcast platform.Just when everyone thought that spot Ether ETFs were going to be denied on Thursday, news broke Monday that they are now likely to be approved, with Bloomberg analysts tripling their odds to a 75% chance of approval. Eric Balchunas, senior ETF analyst at Bloomberg Intelligence, and Matt Hougan, CIO at Bitwise Asset Management, say this reversal definitely has to do with politics, citing the fight of Staff Accounting Bulletin 121, a rule that was unfriendly to financial institutions wanting to engage with crypto. Plus, they delve into the reasons why Michael Sonnenshein stepped down as CEO of Grayscale after 10 years (hint: it has to do with GBTC), what the 13F filings revealed about who's been buying the spot bitcoin ETFs since the beginning of the year, and what Vanguard's incoming CEO, Salim Ramji, who was instrumental to getting BlackRock to launch its Bitcoin ETF, could mean for crypto's future at the asset management firm.Show highlights:Why Eric believes the ether ETFs will be approvedWhy Matt thinks the Bitcoin ETFs set off a "complete sea change in Washington around crypto"Whether the spot Ether ETFs will be approved with or without stakingWho the authorized participants and other behind-the-scenes players in the ether ETFs will beWhen the ETH ETFs could start trading and why Eric believes they won't be as successful as Bitcoin ETFsWhat the 13F filings revealed about the spot Bitcoin ETFs buyers and why their identities are "stunning"Why Michael Sonnenshein stepped down as CEO of GrayscaleGrayscale's new mini ETF, BTCWhether Vanguard's new CEO appointment could mean a change in attitude by the asset management firm towards cryptoWhat a buffered ETF is and why they could be significantMatt's prediction for the BTC priceTheir outlook on the future of ETFs and developments in the spaceVisit our website for breaking news, analysis, op-eds, articles to learn about crypto, and much more: unchainedcrypto.comThank you to our sponsors! Polkadot | VaultCraftGuests:Matt Hougan, Chief Investment Officer at Bitwise Asset ManagementPrevious appearances on Unchained: How Small Bitcoin ETF Issuers Will Compete With the Likes of BlackRockWhy a Spot Bitcoin ETF Will Probably Launch No Later Than January 10Eric Balchunas, Senior ETF Analyst at Bloomberg IntelligencePrevious appearances on Unchained:How, in 7 Weeks, Bitcoin ETFs Reached Inflows That Took Gold ETFs 3 YearsWhy Spot Bitcoin ETFs Are Likely to Finally Start Trading on ThursdayWill a Spot Bitcoin ETF Finally Get Approved?Links | Ether ETFsUnchained: Analysts Up Odds of Spot Ether ETF to 75% as Prometheum Launches Product That Treats ETH as a SecurityCoinDesk: Ether ETFs Filing Process Sees Abrupt Progress, Though Approval Not Guaranteed: SourcesThe Block: Fidelity files amended S-1 registration statement, removing staking rewards from prospective Ethereum ETFSAB 121Bloomberg: As Bitcoin Rallies, Banks Are Pushing US Regulators to Change Crypto Guidance Unchained: Senate Votes to Kill SAB 121 Custody Bill: How Crypto Became So Political13F FilingsUnchained: Large Institutions Betting Big on Bitcoin ETFs Revealed in SEC FilingsLeadership changesCoinDesk: Grayscale CEO Michael Sonnenshein Steps Down, to Be Replaced by TradFi VeteranWSJ: Meet Salim Ramji, Who Is Going to Oversee the Retirement Assets of Tens of Millions of Americans-Unchained Podcast is Produced by Laura Shin Media, LLC. Distributed by CoinDesk. Senior Producer is Michele Musso and Executive Producer is Jared Schwartz. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Just when everyone thought that spot Ether ETFs were going to be denied on Thursday, news broke Monday that they are now likely to be approved, with Bloomberg analysts tripling their odds to a 75% chance of approval.  Eric Balchunas, senior ETF analyst at Bloomberg Intelligence, and Matt Hougan, CIO at Bitwise Asset Management, say this reversal definitely has to do with politics, citing the fight of Staff Accounting Bulletin 121, a rule that was unfriendly to financial institutions wanting to engage with crypto.  Plus, they delve into the reasons why Michael Sonnenshein stepped down as CEO of Grayscale after 10 years (hint: it has to do with GBTC), what the 13F filings revealed about who's been buying the spot bitcoin ETFs since the beginning of the year, and what Vanguard's incoming CEO, Salim Ramji, who was instrumental to getting BlackRock to launch its Bitcoin ETF, could mean for crypto's future at the asset management firm. Show highlights: Why Eric believes the ether ETFs will be approved Why Matt thinks the Bitcoin ETFs set off a "complete sea change in Washington around crypto" Whether the spot Ether ETFs will be approved with or without staking Who the authorized participants and other behind-the-scenes players in the ether ETFs will be When the ETH ETFs could start trading and why Eric believes they won't be as successful as Bitcoin ETFs What the 13F filings revealed about the spot Bitcoin ETFs buyers and why their identities are "stunning" Why Michael Sonnenshein stepped down as CEO of Grayscale Grayscale's new mini ETF, BTC Whether Vanguard's new CEO appointment could mean a change in attitude by the asset management firm towards crypto What a buffered ETF is and why they could be significant Matt's prediction for the BTC price Their outlook on the future of ETFs and developments in the space Visit our website for breaking news, analysis, op-eds, articles to learn about crypto, and much more: unchainedcrypto.com Thank you to our sponsors! Polkadot VaultCraft Guests: Matt Hougan, Chief Investment Officer at Bitwise Asset Management Previous appearances on Unchained:  How Small Bitcoin ETF Issuers Will Compete With the Likes of BlackRock Why a Spot Bitcoin ETF Will Probably Launch No Later Than January 10 Eric Balchunas, Senior ETF Analyst at Bloomberg Intelligence Previous appearances on Unchained: How, in 7 Weeks, Bitcoin ETFs Reached Inflows That Took Gold ETFs 3 Years Why Spot Bitcoin ETFs Are Likely to Finally Start Trading on Thursday Will a Spot Bitcoin ETF Finally Get Approved? Links Ether ETFs Unchained: Analysts Up Odds of Spot Ether ETF to 75% as Prometheum Launches Product That Treats ETH as a Security CoinDesk: Ether ETFs Filing Process Sees Abrupt Progress, Though Approval Not Guaranteed: Sources The Block: Fidelity files amended S-1 registration statement, removing staking rewards from prospective Ethereum ETF SAB 121 Bloomberg: As Bitcoin Rallies, Banks Are Pushing US Regulators to Change Crypto Guidance  Unchained: Senate Votes to Kill SAB 121 Custody Bill: How Crypto Became So Political 13F Filings Unchained: Large Institutions Betting Big on Bitcoin ETFs Revealed in SEC Filings Leadership changes CoinDesk: Grayscale CEO Michael Sonnenshein Steps Down, to Be Replaced by TradFi Veteran WSJ: Meet Salim Ramji, Who Is Going to Oversee the Retirement Assets of Tens of Millions of Americans Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join us for an insightful discussion with Joe Carlasare, American HODL, and Jeff Ross as we delve into the latest in the Bitcoin world. We start with why the ETH ETF isn't happening anytime soon, Roger Ver's $50M tax dilemma, and analyze the current market setup heading into summer. We also explore the implications of Bitcoin's recent halving, Japan's FX intervention, and the White House's veto threat on SAB121. Don't miss this comprehensive update on key Bitcoin events and trends. IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN: The latest updates on the ETH ETF news and its potential impact on the market. Insights into Roger Ver's $50M tax issue and its implications. An analysis of the current Bitcoin market setup as we head into summer. The effects of the recent Bitcoin halving and its influence on supply and demand. Details on Japan's FX intervention and the role of US treasuries in its foreign reserves. How US ETFs are interacting with Bitcoin, including significant figures. The White House's position on SAB121 and its potential consequences for the crypto space. Expert opinions from Joe Carlasare, American HODL, and Jeff Ross on these pressing topics. BOOKS AND RESOURCES Joe Carlasare's law practice. Jeff Ross's investment firm. American HODL's Twitter. Joe Carlasare's Twitter. Jeff Ross's Twitter. Related episode: Listen to BTC159: Binance, GBTC, FinCEN and More w/ Joe Carlasare & HODL, or watch the video. Related episode: Listen to BTC154: Bitcoin and Macro Mastermind Q4 2023, or watch the video. Check out all the books mentioned and discussed in our podcast episodes here. Enjoy ad-free episodes when you subscribe to our Premium Feed. NEW TO THE SHOW? Follow our official social media accounts: X (Twitter) | LinkedIn | | Instagram | Facebook | TikTok. Check out our Bitcoin Fundamentals Starter Packs. Browse through all our episodes (complete with transcripts) here. Try our tool for picking stock winners and managing our portfolios: TIP Finance Tool. Enjoy exclusive perks from our favorite Apps and Services. Stay up-to-date on financial markets and investing strategies through our daily newsletter, We Study Markets. Learn how to better start, manage, and grow your business with the best business podcasts. SPONSORS Support our free podcast by supporting our sponsors: River Toyota The Bitcoin Way Vacasa Industrious Meyka AT&T Range Rover Fundrise CI Financial Yahoo! Finance Briggs & Riley iFlex Stretch Studios Public American Express USPS Shopify Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://theinvestorspodcastnetwork.supportingcast.fm

A daily update on what's happening in the Rocket Pool community on Discord, Twitter, Reddit, and the DAO forum. Today's episode covers: a bug in Geth, IMC nominations open, rewards tree v10 drama, and more regulatory issues for crypto companies. 0:00 - Welcome Rocket Pool 0:41 - Geth bug! https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/1070004025610739883/1237045433373687818/image.png?ex=663a37d6&is=6638e656&hm=e452e0e105aaa44b97769bf3e77cbb147e90de1ff4fae61b8b20f7ce335fd1c3& https://github.com/ethereum/go-ethereum/security/advisories/GHSA-4xc9-8hmq-j652 https://discord.com/channels/405159462932971535/405163713063288832/1237061591447371776 Rocket Pool news 3:06 - IMC nominations are open https://dao.rocketpool.net/t/2024-05-imc-nomination-thread/2959 7:10 -Rewards tree v10 drama https://discord.com/channels/405159462932971535/1016190079808581723/1237044143671218176 https://discord.com/channels/405159462932971535/405163713063288832/1237046117619728475 https://discord.com/channels/405159462932971535/774497904559783947/1237068098880798780 15:45 - Committee stipend vote hits quorum https://vote.rocketpool.net/#/proposal/0xe89ab0a846846884b088ba4ec5e37fb4ecb1a3a5b9639c53ee480055570c53d2 17:02 - Tokenomics next steps https://dao.rocketpool.net/t/2024-tokenomics-rework-drafts/2847/50 https://discord.com/channels/405159462932971535/704196071881965589/1236007532602851378 20:36 - Heroglyphs for RP? https://discord.com/channels/405159462932971535/915707693505863700/1236529353815490560 23:16 - Smart Node GUI coming? https://discord.com/channels/405159462932971535/1064611985523757067/1236039243864871014 25:38 - Upgrade master raffle https://twitter.com/shf_ryn/status/1786516720351322318 27:06 - RPL goes to zero! https://discord.com/channels/405159462932971535/1070004025610739883/1236366443751407718 Staking news 27:39 - Builder market analysis https://twitter.com/data_always/status/1787181210885615977 29:30 - NodeSet public beta announcement https://discord.com/channels/968587363536220252/1164433179092983869/1236080321162776788 Ethereum news 30:10 - Robinhood get wells notice https://twitter.com/News_Of_Alpha/status/1787460909918511302? https://twitter.com/jchervinsky/status/1787474724752138361 https://x.com/delzennejc/status/1787480128487846261 https://x.com/RyanSAdams/status/1787480220447953138 33:53 - Institutions into Arbitrum https://x.com/CarlZielinski/status/1787185503147794611 https://x.com/ajwarner90/status/1787271680668094714 38:26 - Aave v4 plans https://twitter.com/madiha_right/status/1786788283760206266 38:38 - Layer 2s thriving https://x.com/growthepie_eth/status/1786757681560076539 https://x.com/EthereanVibin/status/1786801178564542897 40:37 - Gas prices Ultrasound.money 24:27 - Ethereum conferences https://x.com/sassal0x/status/1786922315093246134 https://x.com/sassal0x/status/1787092982661030049 https://x.com/CloutedMind/status/1787110210919903290 44:14 - Stablecoins on Ethereum https://twitter.com/antiprosynth/status/1786853616713658840 https://x.com/antiprosynth/status/1787027540575502744 46:06 - ETH ETF https://twitter.com/NateGeraci/status/1786937873318424758 In other news 47:22 - GBTC flows positive https://x.com/news_of_alpha/status/1786515848716243236?s=46 https://www.theblock.co/data/crypto-markets/bitcoin-etf/spot-bitcoin-etf-flows 49:50 - Sassal takes his leave https://x.com/sassal0x/status/1787474377577312759

Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news Bitcoin is down slightly at $63,875 Eth is down half a percent at $3,130 Binance Coin, is down slightly at $589. GBTC sees inflows LayerZero Labs offers sybil farmers 15% of initial allocation SEC delays decision on 7RCC Spot BTC ETF crypto user loses $71M worth of WBTC. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tomer Strolight and friends (Dom Bei, Terence Michael, Terrence Yang, Chris Alaimo, and Brandon Gentile) talk about the Halving, BlackRock ETF on the verge of surpassing GBTC, Bitcoin ETF to launch in Hong Kong on April 30th, and CSW dropping his lawsuit against Bitcoin Core Developers.Use code “CAFE” for a discount to ⁠https://www.pacificbitcoin.com⁠⁠ "Welcome to Bitcoin" A FREE 1-hour course hosted by Natalie Brunell, perfect for helping you to orange-pill family members over the holidays at https://Swan.com/welcome ⁠⁠ Swan Team Members:Sam Callahan: https://twitter.com/samcallahTomer Strolight: https://twitter.com/TomerStrolightJohn Haar Twitter: ⁠https://twitter.com/john_at_swanDante Cook: https://twitter.com/Dante_Cook1Produced by: https://twitter.com/Producer_Jacob “From Timechain to Cantillionares Game, you can find Tip_NZ creations at Geyser Fund:” ⁠https://geyser.fund/project/tip⁠ Swan Bitcoin is the best way to accumulate Bitcoin with automatic recurring buys and instant buys from $10 to $10 million. Get started in just 5 minutes. Your first $10 purchase is on us: https://swanbitcoin.com/yt  Download the all new Swan app! iOS: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/swan-bitcoin/id1576287352 Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.swanbitcoin.android&pli=1  Are you a high net worth individual or do you represent corporation that might be interested in learning more about Bitcoin? Swan Private guides corporations and high net worth individuals toward building generational wealth with Bitcoin. Find out more at https://swan.com/private Check out the best place for Bitcoin education, Swan Bitcoin's “Bitcoin Canon”. Compiling all of the greatst articles, news sources, videos and more from your favorite bitcoiners! https://www.swan.com/canon/  Get paid to recruit new Bitcoiners: https://swan.com/enlistHello and welcome to The Café Bitcoin Podcast brought to you by Swan Bitcoin, the best way to buy and learn about Bitcoin. We're excited to announce we are bringing the The Café Bitcoin conversation from Twitter Spaces to you on this show, The Café Bitcoin Podcast, Monday - Friday every week. Join us as we speak to guest like Max Keiser, Lyn Alden, Tomer Strolight, Cory Klippsten and many others from the bitcoin space. Also, be sure to hit that subscribe button to make sure you get the notifications when we launch an episode. Join us Monday - Friday 7pst/10est every Morning and become apart of the conversation! Thank you again and we look forward to giving you the best bitcoin content daily here on The Café Bitcoin Podcast. Swan Bitcoin is the best way to accumulate Bitcoin with automatic recurring buys and instant buys from $10 to $10 million. Get started in just 5 minutes. Your first $10 purchase is on us: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://swan.com⁠⁠/yt⁠⁠⁠ Connect with Swan on social media:Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/Swan⁠

The Grayscale Bitcoin Trust (GBTC) has been facing a notable decline, with over $166 million and more than 2,500 Bitcoin being withdrawn on Friday, April 12. This downturn in GBTC is mirrored by a general slowdown in inflows across other spot Bitcoin ETFs, pointing to a decrease in investor engagement in the sector.Guest: Evan AldoEvan Aldo Youtube Channel ➜ https://bit.ly/EvanAldo20% off Evan Aldo Course ➜ https://bit.ly/EvanCourse ➜  Use code "paulbarron"~This episode is sponsored by iTrust Capital~iTrustCapital | Get $100 Funding Reward + No Monthly Fees when you sign up using our custom link! ➜ https://bit.ly/iTrustPaul#Bitcoin #crypto #ethereum ~Bitcoin Crashing, Buy The Dip?

The digital finance landscape is rapidly evolving with significant developments across stablecoins, market trends, and the Web3 space. First Digital's launch of a $3 billion stablecoin on the Sui network marks a pivotal step in DeFi's expansion, offering new liquidity avenues and demonstrating the growing influence of stablecoins in the ecosystem. Meanwhile, the cryptocurrency market awaits the impact of US inflation data, with Bitcoin's recent rally pausing in anticipation, highlighting the market's sensitivity to macroeconomic indicators. In the realm of content creation, Film.io is pioneering a Web3 community platform aimed at revolutionizing the film industry by facilitating direct engagement between filmmakers and audiences. Grayscale's CEO discusses the equilibrium between GBTC and a potential Bitcoin ETF, underscoring the evolving landscape of crypto investment vehicles. In the blockchain sector, Solana's adoption of a proposal to accelerate transactions through timely vote credits showcases the network's commitment to scalability and efficiency. Concurrently, the emergence of Solana-based meme coins, such as Dogwifhat, causing network congestion, reflects the challenges and vibrancy of the crypto community's culture and its impact on network performance.________https://substack.com/@dcndailycryptonewsNews Links

In a whirlwind of regulatory and legal challenges, the cryptocurrency landscape is undergoing significant scrutiny and evolution. Do Kwon faces civil fraud charges from the SEC, highlighting increasing legal accountability in the crypto sphere. Meanwhile, a Binance executive's detention in Nigeria under money laundering charges underscores the global reach of crypto regulation. This comes alongside the controversy of the Binance CEO's remarks on headquarters, reflecting the industry's ongoing battle with transparency. In a separate vein, the trial over Mango's fraud case and the applications by Chinese asset managers for a spot Bitcoin ETF in Hong Kong signify the market's maturing infrastructure and investment interest. However, the closure of the Bored Ape restaurant in LA and the mixed signals from the ETF market—with GBTC outflows challenging the inflows into new Bitcoin ETFs—paint a nuanced picture of the crypto ecosystem's current state, which is marked by both growth and significant challenges.________https://substack.com/@dcndailycryptonewsNews Links

Quinn Thompson, founder and CIO of Lekker Capital, joins the show. In this episode:  Launching Lekker Capital Quinn's investment strategy with Lekker Using crypto instruments to take a view on macro trends The significance of the move in the 10year How unusual is it to cut rates when inflation is running hot Is inflation the lesser of two evils? Why an inflationary reset is the only way out of our fiscal position Is Bitcoin more analogous to gold or NASDAQ? What are memecoins telling us about the crypto cycle? Institutional participation in Bitcoin dampening volatility? Quinn's views on the halving Will Microstrategy shares ever converge to the value of their BTC? Why it is often mechanically difficult to bring meme stocks back to earth Quinn's views on GBTC selling and the US govt's seized Silk Road coins Further reading:  Follow Quinn on Twitter Fortune on Lekker Capital

The latest price moves and insights with Helene Braun and Matt Hougan, Chief Investment Officer at Bitwise.To get the show every day, follow the podcast here.On "Markets Daily," CIO of Bitwise, Matt Hougan, joins Markets Daily with insights on the recent trends in crypto assets, focusing on Bitcoin and Ether, and how ETFs have influenced their trading volumes. It credits the success of Bitcoin ETFs to making Bitcoin more accessible to a broader investor base. Hougan also explores Bitcoin's volatility and its potential to reach new highs, while addressing the outflows from Grayscale's GBTC and the chance for reduced fees. Additionally, the impact of Fed Chair Jerome Powell's upcoming speech is considered less significant than the effects of ETF inflows and the Bitcoin halving event on Bitcoin's price.Takeaways |Bitcoin ETFs have contributed to increased trading volumes and accessibility of Bitcoin to a wider range of investors.Bitcoin's volatility is seen as part of a fixed channel, and the expectation is that it will surpass its previous all-time high.Outflows from Grayscale's GBTC are attributed to the availability of lower-cost products and the need for investors to do due diligence.The introduction of an Ethereum ETF may be more beneficial after the market has had time to digest Bitcoin ETFs.The flows into ETFs and the Bitcoin halving are expected to have a greater impact on Bitcoin's price than the actions of the Fed.LINKS | CoinDesk 20 Bitcoin Back Down to $66K as Rising Treasury Yields Catch Investor Interest-Consensus 2024 is where experts convene to discuss ideas shaping our digital future. Join developers, investors, founders, brands, policymakers and more in Austin, Texas from May 29-31. The tenth annual Consensus is curated by CoinDesk to feature the industry's most sought-after speakers, unparalleled networking opportunities and unforgettable experiences. Take 15% off registration with the code MD15. Register now at consensus.coindesk.com.-This episode was hosted by Helene Braun. “Markets Daily” is produced and edited by senior producer Michele Musso, and executive producer Jared Schwartz alongside Senior Booker, Melissa Montañez—all original music by Doc Blust and Colin Mealey.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 Helene Braun and Matt Hougan, Chief Investment Officer at Bitwise.To get the show every day, follow the podcast here.On "Markets Daily," CIO of Bitwise, Matt Hougan, joins Markets Daily with insights on the recent trends in crypto assets, focusing on Bitcoin and Ether, and how ETFs have influenced their trading volumes. It credits the success of Bitcoin ETFs to making Bitcoin more accessible to a broader investor base. Hougan also explores Bitcoin's volatility and its potential to reach new highs, while addressing the outflows from Grayscale's GBTC and the chance for reduced fees. Additionally, the impact of Fed Chair Jerome Powell's upcoming speech is considered less significant than the effects of ETF inflows and the Bitcoin halving event on Bitcoin's price.Takeaways |Bitcoin ETFs have contributed to increased trading volumes and accessibility of Bitcoin to a wider range of investors.Bitcoin's volatility is seen as part of a fixed channel, and the expectation is that it will surpass its previous all-time high.Outflows from Grayscale's GBTC are attributed to the availability of lower-cost products and the need for investors to do due diligence.The introduction of an Ethereum ETF may be more beneficial after the market has had time to digest Bitcoin ETFs.The flows into ETFs and the Bitcoin halving are expected to have a greater impact on Bitcoin's price than the actions of the Fed.LINKS | CoinDesk 20 Bitcoin Back Down to $66K as Rising Treasury Yields Catch Investor Interest-Consensus 2024 is where experts convene to discuss ideas shaping our digital future. Join developers, investors, founders, brands, policymakers and more in Austin, Texas from May 29-31. The tenth annual Consensus is curated by CoinDesk to feature the industry's most sought-after speakers, unparalleled networking opportunities and unforgettable experiences. Take 15% off registration with the code MD15. Register now at consensus.coindesk.com.-This episode was hosted by Helene Braun. “Markets Daily” is produced and edited by senior producer Michele Musso, and executive producer Jared Schwartz alongside Senior Booker, Melissa Montañez—all original music by Doc Blust and Colin Mealey.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

How to Ride Through This Bitcoin Bull Cycle with Vijay Boyapati SLP559My friend Vijay Boyapati (Author of the Bullish Case for Bitcoin, and part of the Swan team) rejoins me on the show to talk about HODLing, share his analysis on things, and offer some tips on how to HODL. We talk: What phase of the cycle we're in HODLer psychology Does Bitcoin get captured?  Is Bitcoin for Everyone? Self custody tech GBTC and Bankruptcies Common traps and how to avoid them Links: X: @real_vijay Genesis thread https://twitter.com/real_vijay/status/1744454450138526162  Sponsors: Swan.com (code LIVERA) CoinKite.com (code LIVERA) Mempool.space Nomadcapitalist.com Stephan Livera links: Follow me on X: @stephanlivera Subscribe to the podcast Subscribe to Substack Chapters: 00:00 - Introduction and Overview 03:01 - The Excitement of Bull Markets 05:54 - The Slow Build-Up and Parabolic Moves 08:46 - Hodling Through Adversity 13:07 - The Nature of Bitcoin Cycles 16:02 - The Reachability of Bitcoin Participants 19:45 - Coinkite.com 21:00 - NomadCapitalist.com 22:08 - The Challenges of Self-Custody 30:00 - The Feasibility of Self-Custody for All 34:14 - Bitcoin as a Superior Monetary Base 35:10 - Concerns about Concentration Risk 38:07 - Mempool.space 39:16 - Swan.com 40:12 - Government Influence on Bitcoin ETFs 43:32 - Multipolar World and Bitcoin Adoption 44:01 - US Favorability towards Bitcoin 46:51 - Genesis Bankruptcy and Grayscale's Future 50:11 - Common Traps in a Bull Cycle 59:54 - Dealing with Corrections in a Bull Cycle

In this week's episode of the Coin Stories News Block powered by Bitdeer (NASDAQ: BTDR), we cover these major headlines related to Bitcoin and global finance: GBTC Sees Record Weekly Outflows  Cathie Wood Says Bitcoin Could Hit $3.8 Million/Bitcoin in 2030 Japan's Largest Pension Fund Exploring Bitcoin  Central Banks Signal Rate Cuts Are Coming President Biden Signs $1.2 Trillion Spending Plan  ---- The News Block is powered exclusively by Bitdeer Technologies Group (NASDAQ: BTDR), a publicly-traded leader in Bitcoin mining that stands alone as the only vertically-integrated, technology-focused Bitcoin mining company. Learn more at www.bitdeer.com.  ---- References mentioned in the episode:  Bitcoin ETFs See Net Outflows of $888 Million Much of GBTC Selling Coming from Genesis The Latest Updated Table of ETF Flows Other ETFs Brought in $1.2 Billion Last Week  Cathie Wood Calls Bitcoin “Financial Super Highway” Wood Increases Long-term Target to $3.8 Million 2023 Global Pension Assets Study Japan's State Pension Fund Exploring Bitcoin Argentina Bitcoin Purchases Hit 20-Month High   Federal Reserve Sparks a Market Rally Gold Hits New All-time High  Bank of America Research on Rate Cuts WSJ Article on Growing Treasury Market Biden Signs $1.2 Trillion Spending Plan CNBC Interview with Citadel's Ken Griffin Coin Stories Interview with Luke Gromen  ---- This podcast is for educational purposes and should not be construed as official investment advice. ---- VALUE FOR VALUE — SUPPORT NATALIE'S SHOWS Strike ID https://strike.me/coinstoriesnat/ Cash App $CoinStories   #money #Bitcoin #investing

The latest price moves and insights with Jennifer Sanasie and Coinbase Head of Institutional Research David Duong.To get the show every day, follow the podcast here.On "Markets Daily," Coinbase Head of Institutional Research David Duong shares his analysis on the crypto market's recent price action and state of spot bitcoin ETFs amid GBTC selling pressure. Plus, potential impacts of the halving event and likelihood of the spot ether ETF approval this summer.-Consensus is where experts convene to talk about the ideas shaping our digital future. Join developers, investors, founders, brands, policymakers and more in Austin, Texas from May 29-31. The tenth annual Consensus is curated by CoinDesk to feature the industry's most sought-after speakers, unparalleled networking opportunities and unforgettable experiences. Take 15% off registration with the code MD15. Register now at consensus.coindesk.com.-This episode was hosted by Jennifer Sanasie. “Markets Daily” is executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced and edited by Victor Chen, alongside Senior Booking Producer Melissa Montañez. All original music by Doc Blust and Colin Mealey.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week's crypto and tech sphere highlights Apple's crypto-threatening chip flaw, a Binance executive's dramatic escape in Nigeria amidst tax evasion charges against the company, and Nigeria's legal actions. A significant NFT sale sees a loss for Kevin Hart's Bored Ape, and Binance discontinues USDC on Tron. GBTC faces a Bitcoin shortage threat, while Polygon's zkEVM chain encounters a 10-hour downtime, underscoring vulnerabilities in tech and shifts in the crypto landscape.________https://substack.com/@dcndailycryptonewsNews Links

The latest price moves and insights with Jennifer Sanasie and Coinbase Head of Institutional Research David Duong.To get the show every day, follow the podcast here.On "Markets Daily," Coinbase Head of Institutional Research David Duong shares his analysis on the crypto market's recent price action and state of spot bitcoin ETFs amid GBTC selling pressure. Plus, potential impacts of the halving event and likelihood of the spot ether ETF approval this summer.-Consensus is where experts convene to talk about the ideas shaping our digital future. Join developers, investors, founders, brands, policymakers and more in Austin, Texas from May 29-31. The tenth annual Consensus is curated by CoinDesk to feature the industry's most sought-after speakers, unparalleled networking opportunities and unforgettable experiences. Take 15% off registration with the code MD15. Register now at consensus.coindesk.com.-This episode was hosted by Jennifer Sanasie. “Markets Daily” is executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced and edited by Victor Chen, alongside Senior Booking Producer Melissa Montañez. All original music by Doc Blust and Colin Mealey.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 Helene Braun and David Stryzewski, CEO of Sound Planning Group.To get the show every day, follow the podcast here.On "Markets Daily," CEO of Sound Planning Group, David Stryzewski joins CoinDesk with insights on recent movements in the crypto markets and his insights on the Federal Reserve's interest rate decision, the Fed's monetary policy outlook, and the potential risks and challenges it faces. The discussion also touches on the price correction in Bitcoin and Ether, the demand for crypto ETFs, and the outflows from Grayscale's GBTC. Takeaways |Bitcoin and Ether are outperforming the broader crypto market.The Fed is expected to keep interest rates unchanged, but its future decisions will depend on economic indicators.The Fed may face challenges in balancing inflation and economic growth.Bitcoin and Ether may experience further price corrections before reversing course.There is a growing demand for crypto ETFs, but competition from larger players like BlackRock and Fidelity may pose challenges for smaller funds.Grayscale's GBTC has seen significant outflows, potentially due to its high fees.The crypto market is still in the early stages, and there is potential for further growth and adoption.-Consensus 2024 is where experts convene to discuss ideas shaping our digital future. Join developers, investors, founders, brands, policymakers and more in Austin, Texas from May 29-31. The tenth annual Consensus is curated by CoinDesk to feature the industry's most sought-after speakers, unparalleled networking opportunities and unforgettable experiences. Take 15% off registration with the code MD15. Register now at consensus.coindesk.com.-This episode was hosted by Helene Braun. “Markets Daily” is produced and edited by senior producer Michele Musso, and executive producer Jared Schwartz alongside Senior Booker, Melissa Montañez—all original music by Doc Blust and Colin Mealey.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 Helene Braun and David Stryzewski, CEO of Sound Planning Group.To get the show every day, follow the podcast here.On "Markets Daily," CEO of Sound Planning Group, David Stryzewski joins CoinDesk with insights on recent movements in the crypto markets and his insights on the Federal Reserve's interest rate decision, the Fed's monetary policy outlook, and the potential risks and challenges it faces. The discussion also touches on the price correction in Bitcoin and Ether, the demand for crypto ETFs, and the outflows from Grayscale's GBTC. Takeaways |Bitcoin and Ether are outperforming the broader crypto market.The Fed is expected to keep interest rates unchanged, but its future decisions will depend on economic indicators.The Fed may face challenges in balancing inflation and economic growth.Bitcoin and Ether may experience further price corrections before reversing course.There is a growing demand for crypto ETFs, but competition from larger players like BlackRock and Fidelity may pose challenges for smaller funds.Grayscale's GBTC has seen significant outflows, potentially due to its high fees.The crypto market is still in the early stages, and there is potential for further growth and adoption.-Consensus 2024 is where experts convene to discuss ideas shaping our digital future. Join developers, investors, founders, brands, policymakers and more in Austin, Texas from May 29-31. The tenth annual Consensus is curated by CoinDesk to feature the industry's most sought-after speakers, unparalleled networking opportunities and unforgettable experiences. Take 15% off registration with the code MD15. Register now at consensus.coindesk.com.-This episode was hosted by Helene Braun. “Markets Daily” is produced and edited by senior producer Michele Musso, and executive producer Jared Schwartz alongside Senior Booker, Melissa Montañez—all original music by Doc Blust and Colin Mealey.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Matt and Nic are back for another week of ATHs. In this episode: ETH's Dencun upgrade goes live Is ETH stuck between two different stakeholder groups? Is Traeger going to hold Bitcoin? Saylor is still buying Bitcoin Nigeria holds two Binance executives for a $10b ransom A UK judge in the COPA case has determined that Craig Wright is not Satoshi Why the COPA v CSW case matters Blackrock will buy Bitcoin ETFs in their global allocation fund Greyscale filed for a low-fee spinoff of GBTC, ticker BTC John Griffin of Griffin and Shams is back with another terrible paper A new paper alleges that crypto finances slavery Sponsor notes: Market Dynamics & Risks of Liquid Staking Tokens  In Coin Metrics State of the Network Issue 250, we explore the market dynamics and risks of liquid staking tokens (LST's)

In crypto news today Coinbase announces offering of $1 billion in convertible notes. Bitcoin ETFs continue to see strong inflows. Grayscale is seeking to launch a new, smaller fund based on GBTC.

James Seyffart, ETF Analyst at Bloomberg Intelligence joins Sam Callahan for an in-depth discussion on the massive success of the launch of the Bitcoin ETF's. They discuss how the ETF's operate with purchasing Bitcoin, settlement time, and inflows, and how traditional finance is opening up to Bitcoin as an asset.Connect with Sam Callahan: https://twitter.com/samcallahConnect with James Seyffart: https://twitter.com/JSeyffTimestamps:00:00:00 “Swan Signal Live” Intro00:01:37 Introducing James Seyffart00:02:18 Has the Bitcoin ETF Launch Been a Success?00:04:15 Record Inflows into the Bitcoin ETF Market00:07:10 Genesis Payout Ruling00:09:20 How the ETF's Are Acquiring Bitcoin00:16:27 Gary Gensler's Comments on the Bitcoin ETF00:18:42 European Central Bank's Negative Perception of Bitcoin00:20:51 “The ETF is a Bridge to Bitcoin”00:24:23 Why Certain Banks Aren't Offering Bitcoin to Their Clients00:29:17 How Institutions are Pricing the ETF's00:32:37 GBTC, Fee's, and Navigating the Competitive ETF Market00:40:32 Making Sense of the Outflows of the Gold ETF00:43:20 Rebalancing Bitcoin ETF Portfolios00:48:09 James' Thoughts on Bitcoin00:51:17 “Talking to a Certified Financial Advisor about Bitcoin”00:55:23 How to Connect with James Seyffart00:56:55 “Swan Signal Live” Outro► Connect with Swan Bitcoin: ✓ YouTube: https://youtube.com/@Swan_Bitcoin ✓ Twitter: https://twitter.com/Swan ✓ Instagram: https://instagram.com/SwanBitcoin ✓ Telegram: https://t.me/swanbitcoin ✓ LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/company/swanbitcoin► Swan Bitcoin is the best way to accumulate Bitcoin with automatic recurring buys and instant buys from $10 to $10 million. Start your Bitcoin journey today, and your first $10 purchase is on us ✓ https://swanbitcoin.com/yt► Download the all-new Swan Bitcoin App ✓ https://www.swanbitcoin.com/app/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=youtube_description► Join us for Pacific Bitcoin Festival 2024! Purchase your tickets now before prices go up (Fully Refundable Until February) ✓ ⁠https://www.pacificbitcoin.com/collections/tickets► Secure your bright orange future with the Swan IRA today! Real Bitcoin, no taxes ✓ https://www.swanbitcoin.com/bitcoin-ira/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=youtube_description► For high-net-worth individuals and corporations seeking to build generational wealth with Bitcoin, Swan Private is your guide ✓ https://www.swanbitcoin.com/private/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=youtube_description► Want to learn more about Bitcoin? Check out Welcome To Bitcoin a FREE Introductory course. Learn about Bitcoin in under 1 hour! ✓ https://welcome.swanbitcoin.com/► Get paid to recruit new Bitcoiners by joining Swan Force ✓ https://www.swanbitcoin.com/enlist/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=youtube_description

Grayscale's GBTC Impact on Bitcoin Market: Grayscale has reportedly sold off $1.6 billion worth of GBTC, leading to speculation about its impact on Bitcoin's price. This significant market move highlights the ongoing volatility and investor sentiment in the cryptocurrency landscape, where large transactions can have substantial ripple effects on market dynamics.Exploring Airdrops in the Crypto Space: The cryptocurrency community continues to show keen interest in airdrops as a method to receive free tokens, which can potentially offer substantial gains. These events remain a hot topic, providing both opportunities and risks, as they can vary widely in value and legitimacy.Worldcoin's Price Surge Linked to Sam Altman: Worldcoin, associated with Sam Altman of OpenAI fame, has seen a 40% surge, attributed to the growing interest in AI and its potential intersections with cryptocurrency. This rise reflects the broader market enthusiasm for projects that blend innovative technology with blockchain and digital assets.Coin Bureau's Influence on Crypto Discussions: A tweet from Coin Bureau (assuming it's related to a significant crypto development or insight) underscores the power of social media influencers in shaping discourse and sentiment within the cryptocurrency community. Influencers like Coin Bureau play a crucial role in providing information, analysis, and opinions that can affect market trends and investor decisions.Rossmanngroup's YouTube Content: While not directly related to cryptocurrency, Rossmanngroup's YouTube channel, known for its focus on electronics repair and consumer rights, might touch upon topics relevant to the tech and crypto community, emphasizing the importance of transparency, education, and consumer advocacy.Relevant Hashtags:#GrayscaleGBTC#CryptoAirdrops#WorldcoinSurge#CryptoInfluencers#BlockchainTechnology#BitcoinMarketImpact#SamAltmanAI#DigitalAssetTrends________News Links

Matt and Nic are back with news and deals of the week. In this episode:  On The Brink is now on Farcaster The pitfalls of Web3 social The boys have problem with seed phrases Optimistic rollups on Bitcoin are now possible?  ETF flow updates GBTC and Mt Gox flows  Why the halving may not be bullish SEC vs Debt Box  Why we think an Ethereum ETF is unlikely SAB121 update The Treasury rebukes the WSJ's story on Hamas' use of crypto Can John Deaton unseat Elizabeth Warren?  Sponsor notes: Navigating the Avalanche: An Introduction to the Avalanche Network In Coin Metrics State of the Network Issue 246, we navigate Avalanche's role in the digital asset ecosystem

Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news Bitcoin is up slightly at $52,356 Eth is up slightly at $2,798 BNB is up .5% at $349 Top gainers in the last 24 hrs: VeChain, up 28% Genesis Global Holding allowed to sell 35 million shares of GBTC. Telefonica partners with Chainlink Reporting of crypto fraud surges in South Korea Traders feast on Bitcoin options above 60k Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Matt and Nic are back for another week of news and deals. In this episode:  OPNX is very sadly shutting down  Is jail good for you?  GBTC outflows are declining Solicited versus unsolicited treatment of ETFs The Bitcoin L2 space is heating up The latest on COPA  We revisit the Satoshi is the NSA conspiracy  SAB121 stuff The DoE's Bitcoin mining data collection emergency What's happening with Farcaster?  Brink Nation joins Farcaster  Monero delisted from Binance  Solana outage this week Content mentioned:  Fidelity Digital Assets, Q4 2023 Signals Report Sponsor notes:  Ethereum's Dencun Upgrade In Coin Metrics State of the Network Issue 245, we dive into the details of the Ethereum Dencun upgrade and highlight key indicators to monitor its success

In this week's episode of the Coin Stories News Block powered by Bitdeer (NASDAQ: BTDR), we cover the major headlines related to Bitcoin and global finance: GBTC Outflows are Showing Signs of Slowing Bitwise Becomes First ETF to Disclose Bitcoin Address  Report Shows Many Miners Unprofitable Post-Halving Stocks, Real Estate Prices Hit All-time Highs Fiscal Deficit Continues to Exceed $2 Trillion Secretary Janet Yellen Says Prices Won't Come Down ---- References mentioned in the episode:  Butterfill Highlights Slowing GBTC Outflows Bitmex Research Shows GBTC Daily Outflow Decline JP Morgan States GBTC Selling Pressure Nearly Over Coinbase Transfers Another 8,668 BTC to Coinbase Bitwise Tweet Disclosing Public Bitcoin Address Cantor Fitzgerald Mining Profitability Report Post-Halving Real Estate Prices Increase Nine Consecutive Months US Economy is Growing Faster Than Expected  US Budget Deficit To Exceed $2 Trillion in 2024 DiMartino Booth Says Unemployment is Rising  Credit Card Debt Outpaced Spending In 2023 Bilello Shows Stock Market +10.5% Post-ATH ---- The News Block is powered exclusively by Bitdeer Technologies Group (NASDAQ: BTDR), a publicly-traded leader in Bitcoin mining that stands alone as the only vertically-integrated, technology-focused Bitcoin mining company. Learn more at www.bitdeer.com.  ---- This podcast is for educational purposes and should not be construed as official investment advice. ---- #money #Bitcoin #investing

Matt and Nic are back with a celebratory 500th episode. In this episode:  ETFs are off to a rocky launch with the GBTC premium trade closing Bitwise launches real time transparency for their ETF holdings Fraud in the metals market versus Bitcoin The boys confront some fake news Is there light at the end of the tunnel for GBTC redemptions? Nic's spat with Bloomberg The US is selling $130m of BTC seized from the Silk Road TFL declares bankruptcy The boys learn about a face amount certificate We answer your listener questions  Content mentioned: Bloomberg, Crypto fans lured by 20% stablecoin yiekds Sponsor notes: Tether's Ascent: Breaking Down the Dominant Stablecoin's Growth In Coin Metrics State of the Network Issue 243, we explore Tether's impressive growth, adoption, nature of USDT usage and reserves through on-chain data

Welcome to The Chopping Block – where crypto insiders Haseeb Qureshi, Tom Schmidt, Tarun Chitra, and Robert Leshner chop it up about the latest news. This week kicks off with a crucial question: Are the latest trends in crypto ETFs signaling a major shift in the investment landscape? We delve into the market's nuanced response to these ETFs and what it means for investors. How important is client diversity for Ethereum's stability and future growth? The squad engages in a lively debate on this topic. With the advent of Proto-Danksharding, how might Ethereum's scalability be impacted, and what are the implications for the blockchain ecosystem? We further examine the user experience across blockchain platforms, particularly comparing Solana and Ethereum in terms of their user interfaces and transaction dynamics. Looking to the future, what breakthroughs and challenges can we anticipate in blockchain technology? Join us for an in-depth exploration of these key questions and their profound impact on the world of cryptocurrency. Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Overcast, Podcast Addict, Pocket Casts, Pandora, Castbox, Google Podcasts, TuneIn, Amazon Music, or on your favorite podcast platform.   Show highlights: 

Billions have flown into Bitcoin ETFs, but the relentless selling of GBTC has been a major drag on the price of BTC (to say nothing of the mood of the industry). NLW explores when people think it will end. Enjoying this content? SUBSCRIBE to the Podcast: https://pod.link/1438693620 Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/nathanielwhittemorecrypto Subscribe to the newsletter: https://breakdown.beehiiv.com/ Join the discussion: https://discord.gg/VrKRrfKCz8 Follow on Twitter: NLW: https://twitter.com/nlw Breakdown: https://twitter.com/BreakdownNLW

In this week's episode of the Coin Stories News Block, we cover the major headlines related to Bitcoin and global finance: Spot Bitcoin ETF inflows and outflows FTX Estate Dumps $1 Billion Worth of GBTC Tether Buys $380 Million Worth of Bitcoin President Trump Says No to CBDCs Jamie Dimon Calls Bitcoin a “Pet Rock”  Javier Milei Urges Davos Elite to Reject Socialism  --- References mentioned in the episode:  Latest ETF Flow Data Table from Bloomberg Analyst  FTX Estate Makes Up Large Chunk of GBTC Outflows Tether Announces Strategy to Use Profits on Bitcoin Tether Buys Additional $380 Million Worth of Bitcoin Cantor Fitzgerald CEO Says Tether Has the Money Trump Says He Will Not Allow CBDCs Jamie Dimon Speaks on Bitcoin in Davos  Senator Lummis Responds to Illicit Activity Claims Michael Saylor Sub-Tweeting Jamie Dimon Interview Chainalysis 2024 Crypto Crime Report Javier Milei's Full Davos Speech Statista Survey on Americans Trust in Bitcoin Milei Urges Davos Elite to Reject Socialism --- The News Block is powered exclusively by Bitdeer Technologies Group (NASDAQ: BTDR), a publicly-traded leader in Bitcoin mining that stands alone as the only vertically-integrated, technology-focused Bitcoin mining company. Learn more at www.bitdeer.com.  —- This podcast is for educational purposes and should not be construed as official investment advice. --- #money #Bitcoin #investing  

Reversing a lower court decision, FTX will have an independent examiner. It also appears the bankruptcy estate has been a major source of GBTC selling. Enjoying this content? SUBSCRIBE to the Podcast: https://pod.link/1438693620 Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/nathanielwhittemorecrypto Subscribe to the newsletter: https://breakdown.beehiiv.com/ Join the discussion: https://discord.gg/VrKRrfKCz8 Follow on Twitter: NLW: https://twitter.com/nlw Breakdown: https://twitter.com/BreakdownNLW

Matt and Nic return for another week of news and deals. In this episode:  Our plans for episode 500 Jamie Dimon thinks Satoshi might return and vanish the bitcoins or increase the 21m cap  Howard Lutnick goes to bat for Tether  Chevron doctrine is challenged in SCOTUS Dunking on Tether Truthers Coinbase vs SEC resumes  Coinhares acquires Valkyrie The relationship between GBTC and spot BTC BTC ETF rankings after 4 days of trading Coin Center declines to answer Elizabeth Warren Morgan Stanley on stablecoins (and did they plagiarize?) Will restaking cause an ETH fork? Sponsor notes:  A Short Guide to Bitcoin On-Chain Data for ETF Newcomers In Coin Metrics State of the Network Issue 242, we introduce or reacquaint some to the field of on-chain data, underscoring the properties that make bitcoin an intriguing asset

In today's episode Jason is joined by ETF celebrities Eric Balchunas, a senior ETF analyst at Bloomberg, and Matt Hougan, Chief Investment Officer for Bitwise Asset Management. They start off by discussing the criticisms around underwhelming trading volumes and put the declines in GBTC into context. Discussion then leads to an inside scoop on how authorized participants source liquidity for the ETF and the real costs involved in running these funds. They also dive into how advisors are rethinking portfolio construction given crypto's changing risk profile and the potential impacts on Bitcoin price. To close out they discuss the potential timing of an Ethereum ETF approval. Enjoy! - - Wormhole is a decentralized interoperability platform powering multi-chain applications and bridges. It provides developers with access to liquidity and users on over 30 leading blockchain networks, enabling use cases in DeFi, data queries, and governance. The platform is trusted by teams like Uniswap and Circle and, to date, the platform has facilitated the transfer of over 35 billion dollars through over 850 million cross-chain messages. Claim your unique Wormhole NFT at https://wormhole.com/empire1/ - - Send your crypto to your PayPal account, swap it for PYUSD, and use it to checkout at millions of stores. Pay how you want by getting started at: https://blckwrks.co/PYUSD - - Join us at DAS (Digital Asset Summit) in London this March! DAS is the #1 institutional conference in crypto, hosted by Blockworks. Use the link below to learn more, and use EMPIRE10 to get 10% off your ticket! Sign up now because the price goes up every month. See you there! Learn more + get your ticket here: https://blockworks.co/event/digital-asset-summit-2024-london/home - - Follow Matt: https://twitter.com/Matt_Hougan Follow Eric: https://twitter.com/EricBalchunas Follow Jason: https://twitter.com/JasonYanowitz Follow Santiago: https://twitter.com/santiagoroel Follow Empire: https://twitter.com/theempirepod Subscribe on YouTube: https://tinyurl.com/4fdhhb2j Subscribe on Apple: https://tinyurl.com/mv4frfv7 Subscribe on Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/wbaypprw Get top market insights and the latest in crypto news. Subscribe to Blockworks Daily Newsletter: https://blockworks.co/newsletter/ - - Timestamps: (01:46) The ETF Guys & Free Milkshakes (04:05) BTC ETF Underwhelming? (12:13) The ETF Launch Process (18:49) Costs of an ETF Service (22:10) What does Buying an ETF Mean? (30:31) Wormhole Ad (31:57) Paypal Ad (32:55) Impact of ETF Flows on Bitcoin Price (36:56) Role of Bitcoin in Portfolios (47:15) Eth ETF Predictions - - 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.

Matt and Nic are back for a historic week in the history of Bitcoin. In this episode: Spot ETF approved and starts trading Why day 1 flows might disappoint but longer term flows could materialize Day 1 price action review The GBTC conversion effect ETF scoreboard after one day of launch The SEC's multiple SNAFUS in their ETF launch Gensler's grudging approval and his questionable logic Commissioner Crenshaw's dissent Gensler may have made a strategic mistake in his dissent Prospects for an ETH ETF What's next for the Bloomberg ETF boys Did Bitcoin change tradfi Fidelity is harvesting goodwill ETF fee review Sponsor notes Market Structure on the Cusp of Spot Bitcoin ETFs In Coin Metrics State of the Network Issue 241, we explore digital asset market structure on the cusp of spot Bitcoin ETFs

Bloomberg Intelligence ETF analysts James Seyffart and Eric Balchunas break down the spot Bitcoin ETF launch timeline, plus analyze the already ruthless fee war.Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Fountain, Overcast, Podcast Addict, Pocket Casts, Pandora, Castbox, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music, or on your favorite podcast platform.It's set to be a historic week in crypto, with the SEC widely expected to finally approve a spot Bitcoin ETF, although it's not a 100% certainty. Two Bloomberg analysts who have followed all the developments closely since the beginning, James Seyffart and Eric Balchunas, join Unchained to discuss the final filings, the likely to schedule, and whether all the applications are likely to be approved on the same day. Then they dive into the real action: the cutthroat wars that have already begun, why Grayscale might be keeping its fees on the Grayscale Bitcoin Trust so high, and who the likely winners in what has traditionally been a “winner take most” category will be. Show highlights:What the recent 19b-4 and S-1 filings say about how close the ETFs are to approvalWhether Hashdex's existing futures ETF impacts its treatment in the spot Bitcoin ETF processThe likely timeline for trading to start post-ETF approvalThe possibility of simultaneous launches for all approved ETF issuersThe SEC's concerns about ensuring a fair launch, informed by the BITO experienceEric's surprise at JP Morgan's involvement as an Authorized ParticipantWhy the SEC is approving the ETF despite Gensler's stance against cryptoWhat extreme cases Eric believes might cause the ETF not to be approved How BlackRock's low fees set a challenging benchmark for competitorsThe potential for an issuer to offer even lower fees than current playersHow issuer margins are thin due to marketing fees, and the impact of waiversJames' theory about why Grayscale might be keeping the fee on GBTC so highPredictions about which issuer(s) will gain the bulk of assets under managementThe rumor about BlackRock introducing substantial liquidity on the ETF's first dayEric and James's expectations for ETF inflows and market dynamicsThank you to our sponsors! Arbitrum Foundation | Popcorn NetworkGuest:James Seyffart, Research analyst at Bloomberg IntelligencePrevious appearances on Unchained:Why the SEC May Want Cash Creation of Spot Bitcoin ETFsWhy It Looks Like BlackRock Could Win America's First Spot Bitcoin ETFWhy a Spot Bitcoin ETF Will Probably Launch No Later Than January 10Eric Balchunas, Senior ETF analyst at Bloomberg IntelligencePrevious appearances on Unchained:Will a Spot Bitcoin ETF Finally Get Approved?LinksPrevious coverage of Unchained on spot Bitcoin ETFs:The 4 Factors That Will Determine Which Spot Bitcoin ETFs Win Market ShareHow Much Money Will Flow Into Bitcoin ETFs? Here's One ProjectionThe Chopping Block: Are We Back? The ‘Low IQ' Response to the Potential Spot Bitcoin ETFFees Unchained: Fee Competition Heats Up Among BlackRock and Other Spot Bitcoin ETF ApplicantsCaitlin Long's tweet warning about no feesFidelity set their fee to .39%Invesco/Galaxy chose to waive feesMarket participants:Unchained: Goldman Sachs Could Take Vital Role in BlackRock, Grayscale Spot Bitcoin ETFs: ReportThe Block: Nasdaq to meet with SEC today to discuss spot bitcoin ETFs: SourceReuters: BlackRock, VanEck among asset managers that submitted updated filings for spot bitcoin ETFCoinDesk: BlackRock, Valkyrie Name Authorized Participants Including JPMorgan for Bitcoin ETFOthers:Better Markets' letter: The SEC Must Follow the Law and Reject Spot Bitcoin ETPs Which Will Inflict Massive Investor HarmFXSTREET: BlackRock might be on track to create history with $2 billion inflows in spot Bitcoin ETF in a weekEleanor Terrett of Fox News' tweet on Better Markets' letterScott Johnson of Van Buren Capital's estimateLearn more: Unchained: Bitcoin ETFs Explained: What Are They & How Do They Work?Why The Spot Bitcoin ETF Is a Big DealDeciding on Bitcoin: Should New Investors Jump In Now or Wait for an ETF?Unchained Podcast is Produced by Laura Shin Media, LLC. Distributed by CoinDesk. Senior Producer is Michele Musso and Executive Producer is Jared Schwartz. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

It's set to be a historic week in crypto, with the SEC widely expected to finally approve a spot Bitcoin ETF, although it's not a 100% certainty. Two Bloomberg analysts who have followed all the developments closely since the beginning, James Seyffart and Eric Balchunas, join Unchained to discuss the final filings, the likely schedule, and whether all the applications are likely be approved on the same day. Then they dive into the real action: the cutthroat wars that have already begun, why Grayscale might be keeping its fees on the Grayscale Bitcoin Trust so high, and who the likely winners in what has traditionally been a “winner take most” category will be.  Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Fountain, Overcast, Podcast Addict, Pocket Casts, Pandora, Castbox, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music, or on your favorite podcast platform. Show highlights: What the recent 19b-4 and S-1 filings say about how close the ETFs are to approval Whether Hashdex's existing futures ETF impacts its treatment in the spot Bitcoin ETF process The likely timeline for trading to start post-ETF approval The possibility of simultaneous launches for all approved ETF issuers The SEC's concerns about ensuring a fair launch, informed by the BITO experience Eric's surprise at JP Morgan's involvement as an Authorized Participant Why the SEC is approving the ETF despite Gensler's stance against crypto What extreme cases Eric believes might cause the ETF not to be approved  How BlackRock's low fees set a challenging benchmark for competitors The potential for an issuer to offer even lower fees than current players How issuer margins are thin due to marketing fees, and the impact of waivers James' theory about why Grayscale might be keeping the fee on GBTC so high Predictions about which issuer(s) will gain the bulk of assets under management The rumor about BlackRock introducing substantial liquidity on the ETF's first day Eric and James's expectations for ETF inflows and market dynamics Thank you to our sponsors! Arbitrum Foundation Popcorn Network Guest: James Seyffart, Research analyst at Bloomberg Intelligence Previous appearances on Unchained: Why the SEC May Want Cash Creation of Spot Bitcoin ETFs Why It Looks Like BlackRock Could Win America's First Spot Bitcoin ETF Why a Spot Bitcoin ETF Will Probably Launch No Later Than January 10 Eric Balchunas, Senior ETF analyst at Bloomberg Intelligence Previous appearances on Unchained: Will a Spot Bitcoin ETF Finally Get Approved? Links Previous coverage of Unchained on spot Bitcoin ETFs: The 4 Factors That Will Determine Which Spot Bitcoin ETFs Win Market Share How Much Money Will Flow Into Bitcoin ETFs? Here's One Projection The Chopping Block: Are We Back? The ‘Low IQ' Response to the Potential Spot Bitcoin ETF Fees  Unchained: Fee Competition Heats Up Among BlackRock and Other Spot Bitcoin ETF Applicants Caitlin Long's tweet warning about no fees Fidelity set their fee to .39% Invesco/Galaxy chose to waive fees Market participants: Unchained: Goldman Sachs Could Take Vital Role in BlackRock, Grayscale Spot Bitcoin ETFs: Report The Block: Nasdaq to meet with SEC today to discuss spot bitcoin ETFs: Source Reuters: BlackRock, VanEck among asset managers that submitted updated filings for spot bitcoin ETF CoinDesk: BlackRock, Valkyrie Name Authorized Participants Including JPMorgan for Bitcoin ETF Others: Better Markets' letter: The SEC Must Follow the Law and Reject Spot Bitcoin ETPs Which Will Inflict Massive Investor Harm FXSTREET: BlackRock might be on track to create history with $2 billion inflows in spot Bitcoin ETF in a week Eleanor Terrett of Fox News' tweet on Better Markets' letter Scott Johnson of Van Buren Capital's estimate Learn more:  Unchained:  Bitcoin ETFs Explained: What Are They & How Do They Work? Why The Spot Bitcoin ETF Is a Big Deal Deciding on Bitcoin: Should New Investors Jump In Now or Wait for an ETF? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Matt and Nic return for the last week of 2023. In this episode: South Shore bar pie Our 2024 resolutions Was Barry Silbert the main character Bitcoin miners had a good year ARK is selling their GBTC holdings The Cointucky Derby Will an ETH ETF be a fast follow? Will ETF sponsors sue the SEC over cash create for ETFs? Nic and Matt's 2024 predictions for stablecoins, Bitcoin, Ethereum, DeFi, NFTs, and adoption Solana versus Ethereum debate ETH L2 gas usage and EIP4844 Is the BSA unconstitutional? Is 2024 the year the 3AC boys are finally apprehended? Sponsor notes Coin Metrics' Best of State of the Network in 2023 In Coin Metrics State of the Network Issue 239, we reflect on a year full of riveting data and crucial events through the lens of the research team's favorite issues from 2023

Ryan Selkis, the co-founder and CEO of Messari joins the show. In this episode we discuss: The regulatory landscape and how the industry should be prioritizing policy initiatives. Grayscale, GBTC and the evolution of exchange traded products. The institutional market and the impact of a Bitcoin ETF. The many failures of the SEC with regards to crypto policy in the USA. Messari's roadmap in 2024 To learn more visit messari.io and download the Crypto Theses 2024 report. Follow Ryan on X.  

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