Podcasts about Solana

Host Christine Lee breaks down the latest news in the crypto industry as China vowed to retaliate against U.S. calls for trade isolation.Bitcoin surged past $88,000 Monday as China vowed to retaliate against US calls for trade isolation and U.S. President Donald Trump explored ways to remove the most powerful banker in the world. Plus, Vitalik Buterim proposes replacing the Ethereum Virtual Machine with RISC-V as Solana briefly flipped Ethereum in total value staked. CoinDesk's Christine Lee hosts "CoinDesk Daily."-This episode was hosted by Christine Lee. “CoinDesk Daily” is produced by Christine Lee 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.

In hour two, national pundits are leaning Lightning over Panthers. Solana shares the official results of a years-long data-driven research project. Jimmy is tasked with calling into a Burger King to find out the official shape of the original chicken sandwich. Hoch and Crowder can't believe the view Solana had of a concert he was at on Saturday night. After, we break down the likeliest position the Dolphins will draft on Thursday with their first round pick.

In hour four, breaking Miami Heat news regarding their upcoming draft pick. Hoch pulls out his greatest impersonation. Plus, we celebrate Tony Romo's birthday by revisiting Solana's alleged interaction with him outside of a bathroom stall in the Tampa Bay Buccaneers broadcast booth.

Who the F is Ty Jerome? A recap of a brutal Game 1 loss for the Miami Heat. Tobin joins the show to talk more about the Heat loss and his quick fix to beating Cleveland. Solana shares the official results of a decades long data-driven research project. Mike Cugno shares why he wouldn't be surprised to see the Fins trade back in the first round. Plus, we celebrate Tony Romo's birthday by revisiting Solana's alleged interaction with him outside of a bathroom stall in the Tampa Bay Buccaneers broadcast booth.

After years of analyzing data and running tests, Solana has finally found the worlds greatest fast food menu item.

Florida's Gov. Ron DeSantis has proposed reducing, reforming or potentially eliminating Florida's property taxes. The impact on residents and the real estate market remains uncertain, but experts have theories on potential outcomes.~This Episode is Sponsored By Coinbase~ Buy $50 & Get $50 for getting started on Coinbase➜ https://bit.ly/CBARRONGuest: Natalia Karayaneva, CEO of PropyPropy website ➜ https://propy.com/home/00:00 Intro00:13 Sponsor: Coinbase00:52 Florida Home Value Index01:19 Number of Homes sold01:56 Ron Desantis cut Property Taxes by Nov 202602:53 What is Propy?04:38 Propy Q1 Recap06:53 Bitcoin backed loans10:00 Why aren't banks using crypto holdings as a validation of funds?11:22 Grant Cardone selling using Propy?13:30 Florida Canadian Registration rules causing mass selling of homes14:24 Byron Donalds running for Florida governor15:00 What regulations do you need to help grow Propy?19:11 Outro#Crypto #bitcoin #realestate ~Real Estate Boom Incoming!

In today's episode, we're joined by Adam Reeds, CEO of Ledn, one of the largest retail Bitcoin lenders in the world. He breaks down how Bitcoin lending actually works, why CeFi is still thriving alongside DeFi, and what it really takes to never sell your Bitcoin again.~~~~~

The race for the ultimate crypto super app is heating up. Who will own the user experience?In this episode, we chat with Mert Mumtaz, CEO of Helius, and Armani Ferrante, CEO of Backpack. Armani takes us through his transition from Apple to Alameda Research, and how that journey led to building one of Solana's fastest-growing platforms.As markets deal with tariff tensions, institutional adoption is quietly gaining momentum. We dive into the "fat wallet thesis," the shifting role of Bitcoin in smart contract platforms, and how the finance-crypto merger creates opportunities.We also talk about Backpack's unique approach to balancing censorship resistance with compliance, which is one of the biggest challenges for crypto to go mainstream.Let's jump in.Join The Rollup Edge: https://members.therollup.coWebsite: https://therollup.co/Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1P6ZeYd..Podcast: https://therollup.co/category/podcastFollow us on X: https://www.x.com/therollupcoFollow Rob on X: https://www.x.com/robbie_rollupFollow Andy on X: https://www.x.com/ayyyeandyJoin our TG group: https://t.me/+8ARkR_YZixE5YjBhThe Rollup Disclosures: https://therollup.co/the-rollup-discl

Crypto is now on the offensive in our nation's capital – there are over a dozen crypto lobbyists in DC. Are there too many cooks in the kitchen?You're listening to Bitcoin Season 2. Subscribe to the newsletter, trusted by over 12,000 Bitcoiners: https://newsletter.blockspacemedia.comCharlie and Colin dive into the growing presence of crypto lobbying in Washington, D.C., analyzing CoinDesk's coverage and the staggering $119 million spent by the industry in 2024. They contrast national lobbying orgs like the Bitcoin Policy Institute with state-level players like the Satoshi Action Fund, discussing their roles, motivations, and effectiveness. The hosts also reflect on their own grassroots efforts in Oklahoma, the risks of regulatory capture, and the long-term implications of industry money shaping public policy.Follow our guests: @cbspears @asilayhodling @btcszn2Timestamps:0:00 Intro: Are there too many crypto lobbyists?0:42 Offensive lobbying: Crypto enters DC with money and momentum1:50 From defense to offense: Lobbying works3:13 CoinDesk chart: $119M spent by crypto in 20245:20 How past regulatory scares galvanized the industry7:20 Two types of lobbying: Good faith vs regulatory capture10:21 Inside look: Local lobbying efforts in Oklahoma21:20 Arch22:34 National vs state: Satoshi Action Fund vs Bitcoin Policy Institute-

Listen to Solana recap the Heat's 123 -114 OT victory to beat the Atlanta Hawks and become the 1st 10 seed in NBA history to make the playoffs. Includes reaction to Herro's big 4th quarter, Davion Mitchell taking over overtime and a look ahead to Sunday's Game 1 vs the Cavaliers.

On today's PRO Research Meeting, Kyle, Martin, and Jay break down the harsh reality of crypto: 99% of tokens are trash. From tokenomics to regulation, from DeFi's dominance over CeFi to the future of yield-bearing stablecoins, the team pulls no punches. They also dig into why investing in crypto today is like angel investing with worse odds, and why the real edge is in going deep and staying focused. If you want a no-BS look at where the space is headed, this is your blueprint.

This week, Bread joins David to unpack Ethereum's surprising pivot back to Layer 1, as insiders push for a more pragmatic roadmap and faster block times. MegaETH's 10ms testnet drops jaws and breaks dApps, while WalletConnect shocks the industry with a late-stage token launch. Meanwhile, Base stirs chaos with its “content coins,” OHM crashes $6B in hours, and Solana's token wars heat up. Is Ethereum finally finding its focus — or just reacting to the noise? It's a jam-packed Weekly Rollup you don't want to miss. Bread: https://x.com/0xBreadguy MegaETH: https://x.com/megaeth_labs Modern Market: https://x.com/modernmarket_ ------

In hour one, Hoch is feeling nervous about the Heat game tonight because of how confident everyone else is. Crowder and Solana have their guts. We await Jimmy's return for his Wrestlemania expertise. After, the Mervis Militia makes its first introduction to Matt Mervis. The Marlins slugger joins the show live to talk about his big April at the plate, the story behind his walk up song and ends a long running show debate about cream soda.

An informative segment about two prehistoric beasts that deserve our respect and admiration.

In hour two, Hoch loved our conversation with Matt Mervis so much he is already betting on him to hit a HR tonight. Crowder claims he was once stalked by a crocodile. This leads to a debate about the differences between crocodiles and alligators. Solana claims chicken tenders have been misrepresented. Plus, a Leo Messi + Inter Miami update with Chris Wittyngham ahead of the Heron's matchup vs the Crew tomorrow.

In hour four, Hoch and Solana are attempting to get right into headlines to prepare for a massive weekend of sports but Crowder (nominated for a sports Emmy) interrupts the show after breaking his studio chair and reconfiguring his home studio set up.

In this episode, Santi joins the Bell Curve podcast to discuss how to solve crypto's core issues. We deep dive into market conditions, stablecoins, how long-term allocators are accumulating Bitcoin & more. Enjoy! -- Follow Santi: https://x.com/santiagoroel Follow Mike: https://twitter.com/MikeIppolito_ Follow Michael: https://twitter.com/im_manderson Follow Vance: https://twitter.com/pythianism -- Grab your tickets to Permissionless IV. Use code EMPIRE10 for 10% off: https://blockworks.co/event/permissionless-iv -- Resources Solana Dashboard: https://app.blockworksresearch.com/analytics/solana?dashboard=sol-overview App Revenue by Chain: https://x.com/_ryanrconnor/status/1912944523459846580 Life on K2-18b? https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c39jj9vkr34o -- SKALE is the next evolution in Layer 1 blockchains with a gas-free invisible user experience, instant finality, high speed, and robust security. SKALE is built different as it allows for limitless scalability and has already saved its 50 Million users over $11 Billion in gas fees. SKALE is high-performance and cost-effective, making it ideal for compute-intensive applications like AI, gaming, and consumer-facing dApps. Learn more at https://skale.space and stay up to date with the gas-free invisible blockchain on X at @skalenetwork -- Marinade Labs develops staking technologies that strengthen Solana. In 2021, our protocol was the first to bring liquid staking to the network; today, our sophisticated, high-performance staking delegation platform brings billions in liquidity and security to the SOL market. We have solutions for both DeFi and TradFi, including liquid and native staking, as well as direct enterprise integrations. Cryptoasset investors worldwide, from individual traders to global institutions, use Marinade to earn rewards on their SOL treasuries and holdings. To learn more about Marinade, visit marinade.finance. -- Ledger, the world leader in digital asset security, proudly sponsors Empire podcast. Celebrating 10 years of protecting over 20% of the world's crypto, Ledger ensures the security of your assets. For the best self-custody solution in the space, buy a LEDGER™ device and secure your crypto today. Buy now at www.Ledger.com -- WalletConnect is the onchain connectivity network . If you've connected to a Web3 app, you've seen WalletConnect. It's everywhere—an icon of trust in crypto, as recognizable as Visa at checkout. The numbers speak for themselves: Over 220 million connections and 35 million users worldwide use WalletConnect to power their Web3 experience. @WalletConnect on X and Telegram or visit https://WalletConnect.Network -- AO Mainnet is LIVE! Experience the future of decentralized computing: infinite parallel processing, secure TEE-powered computations, and LLMs in smart contracts. Built on Arweave, AO's modular design shatters scalability limits. 100% of tokens are distributed to Arweave holders and bridge depositors, with a fixed supply and halving. Explore AO today: https://ao.arweave.dev -- Timestamps: (00:00) Introduction (05:56) How Can Crypto Founders Weather the Storm? (15:54) Ads (Skale, Marinade) (17:26) Will A Potential Private Market Bubble Impact Tokenization? (21:32) Long Term Bitcoin Holders Are Accumulating (25:00) Getting Exposure to Stablecoin Growth (34:58) Ads (Skale, Marinade) (36:30) How Sticky is Stablecoin Issuance For L1s? (42:09) Why Are L1s Valued the Way They Are? (47:40) Ads (Ledger, WalletConnect, Arweave) (49:57) Crypto's Data and Transparency Problem (1:03:49) Life on K2-18b? -- Disclaimer: Nothing said on Empire is a recommendation to buy or sell securities or tokens. This podcast is for informational purposes only, and any views expressed by anyone on the show are solely our opinions, not financial advice. Santiago, Jason, and our guests may hold positions in the companies, funds, or projects discussed.

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En pleno Viernes Santo, Despierta América nos lleva a un viaje emocional y espiritual a través de una historia única ocurrida en Magdala, un sitio sagrado al norte de Israel. Allí, un grupo de peregrinas vivió días de oración guiadas por el padre Ángel Solana y María Reinoso, dos mexicanos que han logrado transformar este rincón histórico en un epicentro de fe y sanación. Una historia que, como dice nuestra Marcela Sarmiento, “está hecha para trascender”.

Gm! This week we're joined by Matty Taylor to discuss the Colosseum playbook. We deep dive into what founders are building, the rise of vibe coding, finding product market fit & more. Enjoy! -- Follow Matty: https://x.com/mattytay Follow Jack: https://x.com/whosknave Follow Lightspeed: https://twitter.com/Lightspeedpodhq Subscribe to the Lightspeed Newsletter: https://blockworks.co/newsletter/lightspeed -- Grab your tickets to Permissionless IV. Use code LIGHTSPEED10 for 10% off: https://blockworks.co/event/permissionless-iv -- Get top market insights and the latest in crypto news. Subscribe to Blockworks Daily Newsletter: https://blockworks.co/newsletter/ -- Ledger, the global leader in digital asset security, proudly sponsors the Lightspeed podcast. As Ledger celebrates 10 years of securing 20% of global crypto, it remains the top choice for securing your Solana assets. Buy a LEDGER™ device now and build confidently, knowing your SOL are safe. Buy now on https://shop.ledger.com/?r=1da180a5de00. -- (00:00) Introduction (02:22) The Colosseum Playbook (06:45) Accelerating Solana's Founder Ecosystem (10:38) Ledger Ad (11:24) MetaDAOs Futarchy Launchpad (14:38) Vibe Coding (18:53) Is The Crypto & AI Meta Dead? (22:33) Memcoins (25:15) Advice For Founders (30:24) What's Next For Ore? (35:33) Is Jack Dorsey Satoshi? (37:31) Ledger Ad (38:16) Bitcoin Will Hit $1 Million (42:49) Finding Product Market Fit (48:08) The Colosseum Hackathon -- Disclaimers: Lightspeed was kickstarted by a grant from the Solana Foundation. Nothing said on Lightspeed is a recommendation to buy or sell securities or tokens. This podcast is for informational purposes only, and any views expressed by anyone on the show are solely our opinions, not financial advice. Mert, Jack, and our guests may hold positions in the companies, funds, or projects discussed.

In today's episode we go behind the scenes of the new Ethereum documentary featuring Vitalik Buterin. The filmmakers take us inside Vitalik's mind, lifestyle, and values — from building bunny worlds in Excel as a kid to helping Ukraine fund its war effort through Ethereum. We unpack why Vitalik skipped the White House Crypto Summit, how he handles the spotlight, and what the film reveals about his view on leadership, decentralization, speculation, and building through bear markets. If you've ever wondered what makes Ethereum's creator tick, this is the story you've been waiting for.

The Daily Quest – Chaos to Clarity, Noise to Narrative.It's Friday, April 17th, and today we're ripping through the real-world adoption wave:– Stripe enables crypto payments via USDC on Solana– Telefónica drops tokenized infrastructure on Base + Chainlink– Indonesia puts its carbon registry on-chain (Topl)– BlackRock goes full TradFi DeFi with a tokenized fund on Ethereum– Argentina turns to stablecoins for survival– Telegram bots becoming the default bank for Gen-Z– Real estate NFTs are booming again — not in the metaverse, but in the real world– Hong Kong approves retail crypto ETFs (while the US sues everything)– New gaming wave: Shrapnel, Parallel, and real NFT assets– Reddit's NFT failure shows what really matters: distribution over decentralizationPlus a sneak from Critters Quest — edition minting's almost done. Next up? Item crafting and real gameplay.Full breakdown + links in the Substack. Link in bio.Join the Discord — you'll want to be there.Catch the live show daily at 3PM CST.Stay interesting, my friends.#solana #ethereum #blackrock #usdc #stripe #crypto #defi #gaming #web3 #ton #argentina #hongkong #tokenization

In this episode, our Blockworks Research analysts cover shifting macro conditions, the growth of tokenized gold, Solana's rising institutional interest, and the evolving overlap between crypto and traditional finance. They also examine airdrop mechanics, critique Berachain's approach, and debate what trends will define the next two years. Sponsored by: Crypto Tax Calculator Accurate Crypto Taxes. No Guesswork. Say goodbye to tax season headaches with Crypto Tax Calculator: Generate accurate, CPA-endorsed tax reports fully compliant with IRS rules. Seamlessly integrate with 3000+ wallets, exchanges, and on-chain platforms. Import reports directly into TurboTax or H&R Block, or securely share them with your accountant. Exclusive Offer: Use the code BW2025 to enjoy 30% off all paid plans. Don't miss out - offer expires 15 April 2025! Ledger Ledger, the world leader in digital asset security, proudly sponsors The Breakdown podcast. Celebrating 10 years of protecting over 20% of the world's crypto, Ledger ensures the security of your assets. For the best self-custody solution in the space, buy a LEDGER™ device and secure your crypto today. Buy now on Ledger.com. 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

A new Marlins food item at loanDepot Park leads to one of the craziest admissions in show history: Hoch has never eaten a corn dog. Crowder doesn't think he's missing out but Solana passionately defends corndogs.

Solana recaps the Heat's dominant Play-In Tournament victory over the Chicago Bulls including Tyler Herro's near-perfect performance, Andrew Wiggins' big contribution and how the Heat finally neutralized Chicago's fast paced offense. Plus, looking ahead to another must-win game vs Atlanta Friday.  

In hour two, a new Marlins food item at loanDepot Park leads to one of the craziest admissions in show history: Hoch has never eaten a corn dog. Crowder doesn't think he's missing out but Solana passionately defends corndogs. Has Trae Young just simply checked out of the season? Plus, Jimmy completely botches an iconic rock band's name and one of our favorite listeners shows support with a Mingi-Stu t-shirt.

In this episode, our Blockworks Research analysts cover shifting macro conditions, the growth of tokenized gold, Solana's rising institutional interest, and the evolving overlap between crypto and traditional finance. They also examine airdrop mechanics, critique Berachain's approach, and debate what trends will define the next two years. Thanks for tuning in! As always, remember this podcast is for informational purposes only, and any views expressed by anyone on the show are solely their opinions, not financial advice. -- Resources Berachain Dashboard: https://app.blockworksresearch.com/analytics/berachain?dashboard=bera-overview Kaito Connect Post: https://x.com/KaitoAI/status/1912160810329112899 -- Ledger, the global leader in digital asset security, proudly sponsors 0xResearch! As Ledger celebrates 10 years of securing 20% of global crypto, it remains the top choice for securing your assets. Buy a LEDGER™ device now and build confidently, knowing your precious tokens are safe. Buy now on https://shop.ledger.com/?r=1da180a5de00. -- Missed DAS? Join us from June 24th-June 26th at Permissionless IV! Use Code 0x10 at checkout for 10% off! Tickets: https://blockworks.co/event/permissionless-iv -- Follow Carlos: https://x.com/0xcarlosg Follow Marc: https://x.com/marcarjoon Follow Boccaccio: https://x.com/salveboccaccio Follow Danny: https://x.com/defi_kay_ Follow Blockworks Research: https://x.com/blockworksres Subscribe on YouTube: https://bit.ly/3foDS38 Subscribe on Apple: https://apple.co/3SNhUEt Subscribe on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3NlP1hA Get top market insights and the latest in crypto news. Subscribe to Blockworks Daily Newsletter: https://blockworks.co/newsletter/ Join the 0xResearch Telegram group: https://t.me/+z0H6y2bS-dllODVh -- Timestamps: (0:00) Introduction (2:03) Macro Larping (11:28) Ledger Ad (11:44) Crypto and TradFi Crossover Products (20:15) Solana's Institutional Mindshare (30:18) Ledger Ad (30:51) Yapdrops & Airdrop Mechanisms (49:22) What's Going on With Berachain? (1:07:28) Predictions For the Next Two Years -- Check out Blockworks Research today! Research, data, governance, tokenomics, and models – now, all in one place Blockworks Research: https://www.blockworksresearch.com/ Free Daily Newsletter: https://blockworks.co/newsletter -- Disclaimer: Nothing said on 0xResearch is a recommendation to buy or sell securities or tokens. This podcast is for informational purposes only, and any views expressed by anyone on the show are solely our opinions, not financial advice. Boccaccio, Danny, and our guests may hold positions in the companies, funds, or projects discussed.

Tariffs have no resolution in sight and uncertainty is off the charts—so we called in Lord Fed, UK-based portfolio manager and macro expert, to help us make sense of it all. From Trump's global tariff games and China's next move, to why Jerome Powell is holding his ground and how gold and Bitcoin fit in, this episode covers everything an investor needs to know about surviving (and thriving) in today's macro chaos. Plus: is the Fed about to cut rates? Will the stock market crash if the trade war drags on?

From BASE flipping the narrative to Trump torching Powell again, today's crypto update is wild. We cover Binance delist drama, Initia's Launchpool hype, ETH dev fellowships, the deBridge airdrop, AI's rapid takeover, and a deep dive into Critters Quest mechanics. It's raw, real, and barely edited — just how we like it.Watch now and stay dangerous.Chapters:0:00 Intro & Guest Chaos1:10 BASE token fallout and rebound3:32 Binance boots GOUT, GAME, GAMEAI5:20 Initia hits Launchpool — do we care?7:05 ETH Fellowship — hacker house or hype?9:12 deBridge airdrop — use or dump?10:44 Trump rages on Powell again13:20 Nvidia cozies to China14:50 Auto.fun — AI tokens getting weird18:30 Is ChatGPT becoming you?23:42 Tech trust: Google Maps vs AI28:20 AI lawyer vs Public Defender32:12 AI jobs apocalypse is here36:00 Free AI college vs $200K debt39:33 Tesla no-wheel cars & the class divide41:20 Converge Chain + JPM gold shade44:02 Mega Bitcoin candle theory46:15 CLS Global banned for market manipulation48:02 Heatmap + Fear Index + ETH dominance51:20 Ethereum maxi debate + Solana pump54:00 CryptoPanic.com and info overload56:42 Critters Quest full explainer1:04:15 Final Bosu floor price check1:06:00 Closing: guests, alpha, and the future

Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news  Bitcoin is up slightly at $84,042 Eth is up slightly at $1,583 XRP, is up half a percent at $2.08 Janover adds $10M in Solana South Korean presidential candidates vows to embrace crypto CyberKongz says SEC case closed Securitize acquires fund admin arm of MG Stover Semler Scientific wants to offer $500M in securities to fund more BTC buys. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week we're joined by Michael Sonnenshein to discuss the future of tokenization. We deep dive into the launch of BUIDL: crypto's largest tokenized fund, institutional demand to build on Solana, Ripple's $1.25b acquisition & more. Sponsored by: Crypto Tax Calculator Accurate Crypto Taxes. No Guesswork. Say goodbye to tax season headaches with Crypto Tax Calculator: Generate accurate, CPA-endorsed tax reports fully compliant with IRS rules. Seamlessly integrate with 3000+ wallets, exchanges, and on-chain platforms. Import reports directly into TurboTax or H&R Block, or securely share them with your accountant. Exclusive Offer: Use the code BW2025 to enjoy 30% off all paid plans. Don't miss out - offer expires 15 April 2025! Ledger Ledger, the world leader in digital asset security, proudly sponsors The Breakdown podcast. Celebrating 10 years of protecting over 20% of the world's crypto, Ledger ensures the security of your assets. For the best self-custody solution in the space, buy a LEDGER™ device and secure your crypto today. Buy now on Ledger.com. 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

Pierre Rochard discusses Bitcoin bonds, his speculative attack thesis, corporate adoption trends, on-chain vs custodial usage, soft fork proposals, and how Bitcoin led to his spiritual journey. A comprehensive look at Bitcoin's present and future.You're listening to Bitcoin Season 2. Subscribe to the newsletter, trusted by over 7,000 Bitcoiners: https://newsletter.blockspacemedia.comPierre Rochard, one of the OG voices in Bitcoin discourse, joins us to discuss his new Bitcoin Bond Company as the continuation of the speculative attack thesis that he wrote about a decade ago. Pierre shares insights on corporate Bitcoin adoption trends, the trade-offs between on-chain transactions vs custodial services, and why he's more open to soft forks than many Bitcoin maximalists. The conversation takes a personal turn when Pierre explains how Bitcoin's shift away from materialism created space for his spiritual journey back to Catholicism.Follow our guests: @BitcoinPierreNotes:- Bitcoin bonds enable borrowing weak currencies- MicroStrategy uses convertible bonds for Bitcoin- Transaction fees crashed during bear markets- ETFs reduce on-chain Bitcoin footprint- Corporate adoption mainly from struggling companies- Pierre has cataloged 22 soft fork proposalsTimestamps:00:00 Start01:36 Who's Pierre Rochard?03:27 What's a speculative attack?09:24 Current market outlook11:48 Starkware interview reaction20:45 Priced out of on-chain access26:40 Arch27:14 Corporate influence over protocol development36:39 Corps buying BTC39:34 Degens & speculation46:05 Religion & faith49:44 The virtues of soft forks-

In hour three, guessing what the line would be set at for a Panthers-Lightning first round series. Chris Grier answers a question about who the Dolphins leaders will be next season but struggles to think of anyone after Zach Sieler and never mentions Tua Tagovailoa. Our love for Matt Mervis grows tenfold when we learn his walkup song. Plus, Solana explains why “slowing down the Bulls” isn't really a safe game plan for the Heat tonight.

In hour two, Hoch and Crowder can't believe Solana was at the dentist AGAIN earlier today. Rich Paul slanders Chris Bosh's role with the Heat for absolutely no reason and Solana gets outraged at Hoch and Crowder for diminishing Kevin Love's impact. Plus, Miami Heat television play-by-play broadcaster Eric Reid previews tonight's matchup vs the Bulls and we learn how he watches games when he isn't on the call.

April 16, 2025 Hour 4 Alex Solana.  Alex talks Miami Heat with M&M.  The good, bad & ugly.

Titus Kevalny, VP of Go-to-Market Strategy at Civic, discussed his role in promoting Civic's products, which protect apps from Sybil attacks and ensure KYC compliance. He explained the evolution of Civic from Ethereum to Solana, Civic Pass, a verification tool with over a million passes, and Civic Auth, a simpler authentication method for developers. Kevalny emphasized the importance of multiple authentication methods to combat AI bots and deep fakes.

The crypto markets are at a crossroads. While macro chaos — tariff whiplash, rising yields, and inflation fears — continues to dominate headlines, bitcoin has barely budged. And some say that's exactly the signal. In this episode, Matt Hougan of Bitwise and Matthew Sheffield of FalconX join Laura to unpack the tension between short-term volatility and long-term conviction. They explore why this cycle may look very different from previous ones, how institutional capital is navigating crypto, and whether we're entering a new era defined by fundamentals, not just narratives. Plus: Why bitcoin might hit $200K, what Ethereum needs to reclaim momentum, and the real potential of DeFi under this new administration. Visit our website for breaking news, analysis, op-eds, articles to learn about crypto, and much more: unchainedcrypto.com Thank you to our sponsors! Bitwise Human Rights Foundation Guest: Matt Hougan, CIO of Bitwise 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 Matthew Sheffield, Senior Trader at FalconX Links Subscribe to our new crypto + macro newsletter! https://bitsandbips.beehiiv.com/subscribe Recent coverage of Unchained on the economy and tariffs:  Why CoinFund Believes There's Still a Strong Bull Case for Bitcoin and Crypto Arthur Hayes on Why Tariffs Will Be Good for Bitcoin and Crypto Bits + Bips: Why a U.S. Recession May Be Coming — And Still Isn't Priced In Bits + Bips: Trump's Tariffs Are Causing Mayhem, But Will They Revive U.S. Manufacturing? Trump Tariffs Sink Crypto, BlackRock Pumps Bitcoin's Bags Why Trump-Induced Stagflation Could Finally Make Bitcoin a Safe Haven In Market Crash, What Should You Buy? Crypto VCs Are Making These Bets Bitcoin Tops $83,000 as Tariff Pause Sends Markets Soaring Crypto Traders See Another $1B Liquidated Amid Tariff Turbulence  Recession incoming? Ray Dalio's remarks on Meet the Press Timestamps:

Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news  Bitcoin is up slightly at $85,689 Eth is up half a percent at $1,634 XRP, is down slightly at $2.15 US DHS investigates Anchorage Bank South Korea's regulator asks Apple to remove unapproved crypto apps. Canada set to launch Solana ETF Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Host Christine Lee breaks down the latest news in the crypto industry as Canada is set to launch Solana ETFs.Canadian asset managers Purpose Investments, Evolve, CI Global and 3iQ will launch North America's first spot Solana exchange-traded funds on the Toronto Stock Exchange April 16. Meanwhile, Kaiko analysts say the U.S. will likely approve XRP or Solana ETFs and Bitcoin ETFs face major outflows amid trade tensions. CoinDesk's Christine Lee dives into the latest crypto ETF news on "CoinDesk Daily."-This episode was hosted by Christine Lee. “CoinDesk Daily” is produced by Christine Lee 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.

In hour two, Chris Grier claims he may have deferred too much in past years while drafting players. Who is actually calling the shots for the Fins? Solana argues the Heat's play-in tournament hopes hinges on Duncan Robinson hitting threes. Plus, Oronde Gadsden joins the show live from a McDonald's Drive Thru to celebrate National McDonald's day.

Solana argues the Heat's play-in tournament hopes hinges on Duncan Robinson hitting threes to beat Chicago.

In hour three, Panthers can still play spoiler vs Tampa tonight. Jimmy lists his Mt Rushmore of McDonald's menu items leading to empirical evidence (from Solana) about why McDonald's fountain Coca-Cola always tastes so much better than other places. Plus, we dive into the Jalen Ramsey news and Hoch expresses his concerns with Jalen essentially punking Grier and McDaniel into more money.

Hoch is questioning his confident outlook on the Dolphins after the latest Jalen Ramsey news - It seems like every good player is jumping ship from the team. John Michaels joins the show and breaks down what's really plaguing college football. The key to the Heat beating the Bulls according to Solana is Duncan Robinson. Oronde Gadsden joins the show live from a McDonald's Drive Thru to celebrate National McDonald's day. Plus, the real reason McDonald's Coca-Cola tastes better than any other restaurant.

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In this episode, Dave and Jamison answer these questions: Hey, I am a web developer getting bored of the regular development work. I am interested in finance and the monetary system and due to the overlap of finance and engineering I feel down the Bitcoin rabbit hole and even spiked interest in crypto like Solana and Sui. I am pretty sure most of crypto is a FUD, delulu or straight up scam, yet the technology looks appealing and interesting to learn. So that said, I am still really interested in learning more about crypto and dabbling in the development space of that. Yet, I am hesitant because I fear that this could reflect negatively on me. What do you think? Is a bit of crypto okay or really that bad? Hi Dave and Jamison After five years as an engineering manager, I want to return to coding. But I'm facing a few challenges: First, I worry about leaving my current team. It feels like I'm abandoning the people I've been supporting. Should I make this transition elsewhere to avoid this awkwardness? Second, I'm struggling to find time and energy to rebuild my technical skills. After a full day of management work, it's hard to open the laptop again for coding practice. Finally, I've been humbled by how rusty my coding skills have become. Tasks that would take a practiced engineer minutes are taking me days, which is frustrating and denting my confidence. How have others successfully navigated this pendulum swing back to an IC role without burning bridges or burning out? Thanks, a rubber duck

Should we trust the Heat to beat the Bulls on Wednesday in the play-in tournament? Solana has some ideas to fix The Masters broadcast on CBS. Josh Appel reminds us “There's just something about these Marlins”. The Mervis Militia has never felt better after a BIG weekend for Matt Mervis. Crowder discovers legendary English singer Joe Cocker in the most random way you'd imagine. Solana argues that the Heat should consider retiring the Pepas alarm at Heat home games. Doug Plagens joins the show live at the Amerant Bank Arena for a Panthers playoff preview.

Yesterday's legendary finish at The Masters brought about several ideas from Solana and Crowder to improve the closing ceremony on CBS.

In hour three, Crowder discovers legendary English singer Joe Cocker in the most random way you'd imagine. Solana argues that the Heat should consider retiring the Pepas alarm at Heat home games. Something about Lord of the Rings on porn websites. Plus, Doug Plagens joins the show live at the Amerant Bank Arena for a Panthers playoff preview.

In hour one, Crowder annoys Hoch with his candy selection for their live appearance at the Amerant Bank Arena. Should we trust the Heat to beat the Bulls on Wednesday in the play-in tournament? Solana has some ideas to fix The Masters broadcast on CBS. Plus, Josh Appel joins the show to remind us that “there's just something about these Marlins”.