POPULARITY
Categories
We begin the new year on SmarterMarkets™ with Part Two of our Holiday Special 2025: The Year in Review. This week, we're continuing to revisit the conversations with our guests that helped us understand and articulate the themes that would come to define 2025. It was the year in which we discovered that this was not the energy transition that we were expecting; and the year in which a new geopolitical reality emerged and old geopolitical concerns resurfaced. It was the year featuring a tale of two carbon markets and the need for new weather markets to manage the risks posed by reliance on renewable power. And 2025 was the year in which there was both a new gold rush and a rush into tokenization. We hope you'll sit back, relax, and enjoy Part Two of our Holiday Special 2025: The Year in Review. Our guests in order of appearance: Josh Crumb – Founder & CEO, Abaxx Technologies SM229 – 5.3.2025 – Gold for the 21st Century Steve Lowe – Strategic Advisor for Precious Metals, Abaxx and Former Managing Director, Co-Head of Global Base and Precious Metals, Scotiabank SM231 – 5.17.2025 – Gold for the 21st Century Sunil Kashyap – Managing Director at FinMet Pte Ltd., Singapore SM224 – 3.29.2025 – Gold for the 21st Century Wade Brennan – CEO & Co-Founder, Kilo Capital SM225 – 4.5.2025 – Gold for the 21st Century Thom McMahon – Co-Founder, Abaxx Technologies SM235 – 6.14.2025 – Gold for the 21st Century Albert Cheng – CEO, Singapore Bullion Market Association (SBMA) SM240 – 7.19.2025 – Summer Playlist 2025 Ian Forester – Head of Product, Abaxx Technologies SM254 – 10.25.2025 – Re-engineering Tokenization Riley Hughes – Co-Founder & CEO, Trinsic SM258 – 11.22.2025 – Re-engineering Tokenization Carrie Jaquith – Global Head of Digital Product, Abaxx Technologies SM257 – 11.15.2025 – Re-engineering Tokenization Leah Wald – Digital Title Lead, Abaxx Technologies SM261 – 12.13.2025 – Re-engineering Tokenization Walt Lukken – President & CEO, FIA SM262 – 12.20.2025 – Re-engineering Tokenization Josh Crumb – Founder & CEO, Abaxx Technologies SM253 – 10.18.2025 – Re-engineering Tokenization
In this end-of-year episode of the Crypto 101 Rundown, the hosts reflect on the tumultuous year of 2025, discussing key events, market trends, and predictions for the future. They cover the volatility experienced throughout the year, the rise of digital asset treasuries, significant legislative progress, and the overall growth of the crypto market despite challenges. The conversation culminates in bold predictions for 2026, including potential price targets for Bitcoin and Ethereum, and the impact of regulatory changes on the industry.Check out Webroot: https://webroot.com/CRYPTO101Check out Gemini Exchange: https://gemini.comCheck out TruDiagnostic and use my code CRYPTO101 for a great deal: https://www.trudiagnostic.comCheck out Quince: https://quince.com/CRYPTO101Get immediate access to my entire crypto portfolio for just $1.00 today! Get your FREE copy of "Crypto Revolution" and start making big profits from buying, selling,Get immediate access to my entire crypto portfolio.. just $1.00 today! Go here to get access: https://www.crypto101insider.com/cryptnation-directm6pypcy1?utm_source=Internal&utm_medium=YouTube&utm_content=Podcast&utm_term=20250916Get your FREE copy of "Crypto Revolution: Your Guide To The Future of Money". In this book, I reveal how to make (and keep) a fortune during this crypto bull run! http://www.cryptorevolution.com/free?utm_source=Internal&utm_medium=YouTube&utm_content=Podcast&utm_term=20250916Chapters00:00 Introduction and Background of Matt Sheffield04:59 Trading Insights and Market Dynamics09:47 Current State of the Crypto Market15:02 SharpLink Gaming's Investment Strategy20:04 The Role of Ethereum in the Future24:35 MSCI Proposal and Its Implications29:46 Tokenization and Future Trends in Crypto33:45 2026 Predictions!MERCH STOREhttps://cryptorevolutionmerch.com/Subscribe to YouTube for Exclusive Content:https://www.youtube.com/@crypto101podcast?sub_confirmation=1Follow us on social media for leading-edge crypto updates and trade alerts:https://twitter.com/Crypto101Podhttps://instagram.com/crypto_101*This is NOT financial, tax, or legal advice*Boardwalk Flock LLC. All Rights Reserved ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬Fog by DIZARO https://soundcloud.com/dizarofrCreative Commons — Attribution-NoDerivs 3.0 Unported — CC BY-ND 3.0 Free Download / Stream: http://bit.ly/Fog-DIZAROMusic promoted by Audio Library https://youtu.be/lAfbjt_rmE8▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬Our Sponsors:* Check out Gemini Exchange: https://gemini.com* Check out Quince: https://quince.com/CRYPTO101Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Danny McCabe, Co-founder and CEO of Flexa, joined me to discuss how the firm is helping crypto become accepted as a form of payment at every point of sale.Topics: - Flexa's crypto payment solutions - Crypto payment trends - retail and institutions - Rise of stablecoins in payments versus BTC and other crypto assets- Future of crypto payments Brought to you by ✅ VeChain is a versatile enterprise-grade L1 smart contract platform https://www.vechain.org/
Key Takeaways: Asset Arbitrage: Asset arbitrage is a way to increase value by using new tools like blockchain and digital tokens. These tools help assets move more easily, making them simpler to buy, sell, or use as collateral. How Money Is Changing: Money has always changed over time. In the past, people exchanged goods, then coins, then paper money. Today, financial technology is creating new ways to move and manage money faster and more efficiently. Real Estate and Blockchain: Blockchain can help real estate owners unlock cash from their properties without selling them. Tokenization allows owners to access liquidity while still collecting rent. Bitcoin as a Measuring Tool: Bitcoin can be used as a benchmark to measure value. Because it is limited in supply and not controlled by governments, many people see it as a way to protect and grow wealth over time. Rethinking Investing: Traditional investing rules don't always work in a changing world. Investors need to think differently, stay flexible, and learn new tools to keep up with the evolving financial system. Chapters: Timestamp Summary 0:00 The Era of Money Changing and Blockchain-Enabled Strategies 4:13 Real Estate, Bitcoin, and Wealth Preservation Strategies 7:37 Tokenizing Real World Assets for Blockchain Liquidity 9:06 Innovative Home Equity Strategy for Tax-Free Cash Access 13:30 Bitcoin as the Most Secure and Scarce Investment Asset 16:54 Investing in Bitcoin-Backed Securities for Reduced Volatility 18:05 Comparing Real Estate and Bitcoin Investment Strategies 22:28 Tokenization and Wealth Building Through Real Estate Equity 27:43 Bitcoin as a Neutral and Immutable Financial System 32:51 The Importance of Neutral Economic Systems and Bitcoin Powered by Stone Hill Wealth Management Social Media Handles Follow Phillip Washington, Jr. on Instagram (@askphillip) Subscribe to Wealth Building Made Simple newsletter https://www.wealthbuildingmadesimple.us/ Ready to turn your investing dreams into reality? Our "Wealth Building Made Simple" premium newsletter is your secret weapon. We break down investing in a way that's easy to understand, even if you're just starting out. Learn the tricks the wealthy use, discover exciting opportunities, and start building the future YOU want. Sign up now, and let's make those dreams happen! WBMS Premium Subscription Phillip Washington, Jr. is a registered investment adviser. Information presented is for educational purposes only and does not intend to make an offer or solicitation for the sale or purchase of any specific securities, investments, or investment strategies. Investments involve risk and, unless otherwise stated, are not guaranteed. Be sure to first consult with a qualified financial adviser and/or tax professional before implementing any strategy discussed herein. Past performance is not indicative of future performance.
Crypto News: Bitcoin price seems to be manipulated but a bullish setup is hinting that a major rally is coming. Tech giant to launch crypto wallet, fintech L1s will bomb: Dragonfly exec.Brought to you by
In this episode of the Crypto 101 podcast, hosts Bryce and Brendan welcome Matt Sheffield, CIO of SharpLink Gaming. The conversation delves into Matt's background in crypto, his insights on trading, and the current state of the crypto market. They discuss SharpLink's innovative investment strategy focused on building a productive ETH treasury, the implications of the MSCI proposal on crypto companies, and the future of tokenization in the crypto space. Matt shares his thoughts on Ethereum's role as a leading blockchain and the importance of transparency in the crypto ecosystem.Check out Webroot: https://webroot.com/CRYPTO101Check out Gemini Exchange: https://gemini.comCheck out TruDiagnostic and use my code CRYPTO101 for a great deal: https://www.trudiagnostic.comCheck out Quince: https://quince.com/CRYPTO101Get immediate access to my entire crypto portfolio for just $1.00 today! Get your FREE copy of "Crypto Revolution" and start making big profits from buying, selling,Get immediate access to my entire crypto portfolio.. just $1.00 today! Go here to get access: https://www.crypto101insider.com/cryptnation-directm6pypcy1?utm_source=Internal&utm_medium=YouTube&utm_content=Podcast&utm_term=20250916Get your FREE copy of "Crypto Revolution: Your Guide To The Future of Money". In this book, I reveal how to make (and keep) a fortune during this crypto bull run! http://www.cryptorevolution.com/free?utm_source=Internal&utm_medium=YouTube&utm_content=Podcast&utm_term=20250916ChaptersChapters00:00 Introduction and Background of Matt Sheffield04:59 Trading Insights and Market Dynamics09:47 Current State of the Crypto Market15:02 SharpLink Gaming's Investment Strategy20:04 The Role of Ethereum in the Future24:35 MSCI Proposal and Its Implications29:46 Tokenization and Future Trends in Crypto34:45 Closing Thoughts and Future OutlookMERCH STOREhttps://cryptorevolutionmerch.com/Subscribe to YouTube for Exclusive Content:https://www.youtube.com/@crypto101podcast?sub_confirmation=1Follow us on social media for leading-edge crypto updates and trade alerts:https://twitter.com/Crypto101Podhttps://instagram.com/crypto_101Guess Linkhttps://x.com/sheffieldreporthttps://x.com/Sharplink*This is NOT financial, tax, or legal advice*Boardwalk Flock LLC. All Rights Reserved ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬Fog by DIZARO https://soundcloud.com/dizarofrCreative Commons — Attribution-NoDerivs 3.0 Unported — CC BY-ND 3.0 Free Download / Stream: http://bit.ly/Fog-DIZAROMusic promoted by Audio Library https://youtu.be/lAfbjt_rmE8▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬Our Sponsors:* Check out Gemini Exchange: https://gemini.com* Check out Quince: https://quince.com/CRYPTO101Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Een speciale aflevering. In de laatste (of eerste) aflevering van het jaar blikken we vooruit op 2026. Wat gaat de prijs van bitcoin doen? En hoe doen altcoins het? Worden prediction markets verboden? Blijven de VS voorlopen op de EU? En wat heeft Michael Saylor in petto? Je hoort het allemaal (en meer) in deze aflevering van Satoshi Radio.Probeer Bitcoin Alpha 2 weken gratis!Satoshi Radio wordt mede mogelijk gemaakt door: Firefish, Amdax, Watson Law en onze hoofdsponsor Bitvavo.Timestamps(00:00:00) Welkom en Podcast Introductie(00:11:29) Bitcoin(00:39:00) ETF's & institutions(00:48:00) Altcoins & valuation(01:08:00) Tether & Stablecoins(01:19:00) Tokenization(01:30:00) MicroStrategy (DATs)(01:45:00) Miners, hashrate, mempool(01:53:00) Europa/USA(02:05:00) Crypto IPO's(02:10:00) Prediction Markets(01:00:00) “2026, het jaar van …”
Ben Lakoff and Arnav Pagidyala from Bankless Ventures lay out how they're thinking about crypto investing heading into 2026. The conversation spans four persistent pillars of every cycle: DeFi, tokenization, capital formation, and speculation and how each is evolving as crypto matures. Topics include the next wave of on-chain lending, equity perps, DeFi neobanks, verticalized tokenization platforms, compliant ICOs, prediction and opinion markets, and where AI agents may reshape crypto-native finance. A candid look at what's investable now, what's changing, and how Bankless Ventures is underwriting the next cycle. ------
Jonathan Levin, Co-founder and CEO of Chainalysis, joined me to discuss the firm's blockchain data platform, which is used by governments, exchanges, financial institutions, and more around the world.Topics: - Blockchain data tracking - How governments and institutions are using Chainalysis - Stopping scams and hacks - Interesting trends from Blockchain Data - Tokenization data monitoringBrought to you by
In this episode, Lex speaks with Gracy Chen - Bitget's CEO, who transitioned from a fintech entrepreneur to leading one of the top five global crypto exchanges. Bitget processes $10–20 billion in daily trading volume and serves 120 million users across centralized and decentralized platforms. Its geographic base is mostly in Asia, but it's expanding into Europe through regulatory compliance and new products like tokenized US stocks, which have already surpassed $20 billion in trading volume.Bitget differentiates through security features, including a $600 million protection fund, and user acquisition via both brand campaigns (e.g. Messi sponsorship) and local affiliate (KOL) marketing. Looking ahead, Bitget aims to move beyond crypto-native assets toward mass adoption, focusing on product-market fit and offering tokenized real-world assets and enterprise services.NOTABLE DISCUSSION POINTS:Bitget Is Transitioning Toward Regulatory Compliance and Tokenized AssetsBitget, historically an offshore crypto exchange, is shifting to a compliance-first strategy in key markets like Europe (e.g., under MiCA). It's also diversifying its product offering beyond altcoins, including tokenized US stocks and forex, which have already generated $20B in trading volume. This reflects a broader industry trend where crypto platforms aim to integrate with traditional finance and support real-world assets (RWAs).Bitget's User Acquisition Combines Web2 Financial Discipline with Web3 Community TacticsBitget uses a hybrid marketing approach: brand partnerships like the Leo Messi campaign and grassroots affiliate marketing via KOLs (Key Opinion Leaders) who earn volume-based rebates. Additionally, local teams are given budget control and tailor acquisition strategies per market. This decentralized yet data-informed model mimics Web2 CAC (Customer Acquisition Cost) analysis while leveraging crypto-native community dynamics.Exchanges Are Struggling with Unsustainable Token Launch ModelsGracy Chen criticizes the crypto industry's overreliance on speculative “narrative-driven” token launches, noting that even well-funded tokens often fail without real product-market fit. Bitget is responding by requiring more tangible utility and sustainability from listed projects and aims to balance value across users, exchanges, and project teams through mechanisms like airdrop campaigns and launch pools with
Zach Rynes aka ChainlinkGod sat down with me at Chainlink SmartCon to discuss the latest with Chainlink and the crypto market.Brought to you by ✅ VeChain is a versatile enterprise-grade L1 smart contract platform https://www.vechain.org/
Banks issue stablecoins, JP Morgan chooses Solana, tokenized stocks enter DeFi, Europe removes DLT caps—December 2025 closed the year institutional blockchain crossed from experimentation to scale.
New infrastructure primitives are creating entirely new rails for building.In this episode of Big Ideas 2026, we explore three foundational shifts that unlock new markets and workflows, not through incremental upgrades, but through primitives that compound over time.First, programmable money evolves beyond stablecoins into on-chain credit origination and synthetic financial products, offering lower operational costs and greater composability than traditional finance. Second, autonomy begins entering scientific research through collaborative labs, where AI reasoning models work alongside automation and robotics, and interpretability becomes essential for progress. Third, distribution itself becomes a primitive, as AI-native startups win early by selling to other startups at formation, then scale alongside the next generation of companies.You will hear from Guy Willette on the next phase of on-chain finance, Oliver Shu on autonomous labs and AI-assisted discovery, and James da Costa on the greenfield go-to-market strategy.Together, these ideas define what new infrastructure primitives really mean: the rails that enable entirely new systems to emerge, compound, and scale. Resources:Read more all of our 2026 Big IdeasPart 1: https://a16z.com/newsletter/big-ideas-2026-part-1Part 2: https://a16z.com/newsletter/big-ideas-2026-part-2/Part 3: https://a16z.com/newsletter/big-ideas-2026-part-3/Crypto Big Ideas: https://a16zcrypto.com/posts/article/big-ideas-things-excited-about-crypto-2026/ Stay Updated:If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to like, subscribe, and share with your friends!Find a16z on X: https://twitter.com/a16zFind a16z on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/a16zListen to the a16z Podcast on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5bC65RDvs3oxnLyqqvkUYXListen to the a16z Podcast on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/a16z-podcast/id842818711Follow our host: https://x.com/eriktorenbergPlease note that the content here is for informational purposes only; should NOT be taken as legal, business, tax, or investment advice or be used to evaluate any investment or security; and is not directed at any investors or potential investors in any a16z fund. a16z and its affiliates may maintain investments in the companies discussed. For more details please see a16z.com/disclosures. Stay Updated:Find a16z on XFind a16z on LinkedInListen to the a16z Show on SpotifyListen to the a16z Show on Apple PodcastsFollow our host: https://twitter.com/eriktorenberg Please note that the content here is for informational purposes only; should NOT be taken as legal, business, tax, or investment advice or be used to evaluate any investment or security; and is not directed at any investors or potential investors in any a16z fund. a16z and its affiliates may maintain investments in the companies discussed. For more details please see a16z.com/disclosures. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Welcome to this special Christmas Eve episode of The Edge of Show recorded live at the Future of Money, Governance, and the Law (FOMGL) hosted by Edge of Company with the Government Blockchain Association, this special captures live insights from industry leaders like Yat Siu, Brittany Keisser and Bill Foster on tokenization, blockchain policy, and decentralized ecosystems near the White House. Key TakeawaysYat Siu talks about how tokenization emerges as a transformative force, enabling network ownership, stablecoin expansion to unbanked populations, and AI agency through fixed blockchain rules. Bill Foster addresses permissioned blockchains, identity verification via mobile IDs, and stablecoin risks like bailouts. Brittany Kaiser champions data ownership, Telegram's TON blockchain for ethical social media, and privacy-preserving AI networksDiscussions explore how blockchain, AI, stablecoins, and data rights are reshaping finance, regulation, and global innovation.We wish you a very Happy Holidays!! Support us through our Sponsors! ☕
Zach Pandl, Head of Research at Grayscale Investments, joined me to discuss the firms new altcoin ETFs which includes Chainlink, XRP, and Dogecoin.Topics: - Grayscale's new ETFs - Filing for Zcash ETF - Grayscale IPO - Crypto market outlook Brought to you by ✅ VeChain is a versatile enterprise-grade L1 smart contract platform https://www.vechain.org/
Jamie Leverton, CEO of ReserveOne, joined me to discuss how the firm is taking a unique approach to their digital asset treasury which includes Bitcoin, Ethereum, Solana, Cardano, and XRP. Topics:- Crypto asset diversification- Yield generation - Staking, Lending, & Venture allocation- Staking rewards strategy- Tokenization market- Crypto needs the Clarity Act to pass- Crypto market outlook
S4:E202 David gives a Holliday Venture Update, then I'm joined by Andrew Elliott and William Trible, formerly of Crypto startup RoundlyX. They both have substantial industry experience with Blockchain as a product tool and we'll be discussing some of the practical and technical aspects of using Blockchain technology for Tokenizing Real World Assets. We'll be focusing specifically on alternative investments like private equity and real estate that do not have liquid markets like public equities, bonds and commodities. (recorded 12.14.25)Follow David on X at https://x.com/DGRollingSouth Connect On LinkedIn with David at https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidgrisell/ Follow Paul on X at https://x.com/PalmettoAngel Connect On LinkedIn with Paul at https://www.linkedin.com/in/paulclarkprivateequity/ We invite your feedback and suggestions at www.ventureinthesouth.com or email david@ventureinthesouth.com.
In this double-header episode of Bits + Bips, Steven Ehrlich first speaks with Figure CEO Mike Cagney about why most tokenization projects fail, how Figure built an onchain mortgage replacement, and why he believes big banks may now be leading blockchain innovation. Then, Jason Brett joins the show to explain how an upcoming crypto market structure bill could expose President Trump's World Liberty Financial as centralized, and why that matters for DeFi, regulation, and the industry's credibility. Sponsors: Uniswap Mantle Host: Steve Ehrlich, Executive Editor at Unchained Guests: Mike Cagney, Co-founder and CEO of Figure Technology Solutions Jason Brett, Former Banking Regulator With FDIC Links: Unchained: Inside Robinhood's Big Super App Plan: ‘There's Still a Lot of Work to Be Done' Coinbase Launches Stock Trading and Prediction Markets How the GENIUS Act Creates a Built-In Advantage for Banks and Deposit Tokens Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We close out our Re-engineering Tokenization series this week with Walt Lukken, President & CEO of the FIA and Former Acting Chairman of the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission. David Greely sits down with Walt to discuss the state of the conversation on tokenization in the cleared derivatives industry – and what the next steps are towards bringing tokenized assets into the mainstream.
Dennis O'Connell, President ERC-3643, sat down with me at Chainlink SmartCon to discuss how the ERC3643 Association, a non-profit organization, is helping to standardize the tokenization market via ERC-3643.Brought to you by ✅ VeChain is a versatile enterprise-grade L1 smart contract platform https://www.vechain.org/
with @BChillman @jay_drainjr @rhackettCrypto wallets are no longer just wallets. They're the front door to a decentralized internet.In this episode, Phantom CEO Brandon Millman joins a16z crypto Investment Partner Jay Drain and host Robert Hackett to unpack how crypto wallets are evolving into full-blown consumer finance platforms — and why they may be the most credible candidates to become the internet's next super apps.We explore Phantom's journey from a Solana-first wallet to a multi-chain platform, why wallets are uniquely positioned to win trust around money, and how features like onchain trading, perps, social feeds, prediction markets, and payments are reshaping what people expect from a consumer finance app.The conversation also dives into:Why starting with finance may be a better path to a super app than starting with socialHow Phantom thinks about UX, trust, and security in cryptoThe rise of perpetual futures (perps) and prediction marketsWhat the FTX collapse meant for Solana — and the counterintuitive silver liningWhether AI agents could one day replace apps and browsersIf you're curious about where crypto, fintech, and consumer apps are headed next — and why wallets may become the most important interface on the internet — this episode is for you.Highlights01:32 – The evolution and role of crypto wallets2:42 – Wallets vs. browsers: the right mental model12:03 – Phantom's origin story and the Solana bet19:05 – Perps, trading, and product-market fit26:08 – UX, trust, and consumer finance30:52 – Social feeds, discovery, and network effects35:21 – Crypto as "black hole" absorbing finance37:09 – AI agents and the future of walletsFollow a16z crypto on...XLinkedInSpotifyApple PodcastsYoutube
Stablecoins led one of the most important years in crypto progress. Supply surged. Yield went onchain. Tokenization exploded. Now, a handful of protocols started to separate themselves from the rest.In this episode, the StableWatch team breaks down what actually happened in stablecoins this year, why growth accelerated so fast, and which yield-bearing models we think matter heading into next year.We review the data, apply numbers to narratives, and make clear predictions for 2026 across yield, RWAs, and onchain credit.We discuss:• How yieldcoins grew from $7B to $22B+ • Which models are winning: Ethena, Sky, Maple, Ondo, Securitize (And why...)• Why Sky's yield compressed while Ethena surged• How tokenization quietly became one of crypto's strongest narratives• RWAs, onchain credit, and where real demand is coming from• Why DeFi benefits when risk-free rates fallTimestamps:00:00 Intro00:36 The Stablecoin Shift03:23 How StableWatch Started07:42 2025 Review: $75.8B → $228B12:27 Sky vs Ethena: Winners & Losers16:57 Haliday Ad InfiniFi Ad Yeet Ad19:27 Why Stablecoins Track Crypto Markets24:09 RWAs, Credit & Tokenization28:47 Why Risk-Free Rates Matter30:47 Kalshi Ad Trezor Ad Hibachi Ad35:47 2026 Predictions: Who Wins Next42:38 Rate Cuts & the Next DeFi Boom49:51 StableWatch's Vision for 2026Website: https://therollup.co/Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1P6ZeYd...Podcast: https://therollup.co/category/podcastFollow us on X: https://www.x.com/therollupcoFollow Rob on X: https://www.x.com/robbie_rollupFollow Andy on X: https://www.x.com/ayyyeandyJoin our TG group: https://t.me/+TsM1CRpWFgk1NGZhThe Rollup Disclosures: https://therollup.co/the-rollup-discl
Crypto News: Digital Wealth Partners introduces algorithmic XRP trading for qualified retirement accounts. Coinbase rolls out stock trading, prediction markets, tokenization platform. The Fed has just rolled back its 2023 policy, opening the door for uninsured and insured banks under its supervision to participate in crypto activities.Brought to you by
Crypto News: Visa launches USDC settlement for US banks on Solana blockchain. US banks could soon issue stablecoins under FDIC plan to implement GENIUS Act. Marshall Islands launches world's first blockchain-based UBI on Stellar blockchain.Brought to you by
In this episode I talk with Ryan from Toroa Group, a New Zealand-based founder building across tokenised funds and vault strategies, title-backed property tokens, and NZD/AUD stablecoins.We cover why stablecoins are still the clearest product-market fit, why non-USD stablecoins matter for smaller countries, how to tokenize title instead of fund units, and how they work with existing funds to offer tokenized fund access to DAOs, foundations and on-chain natives.Ryan also shares his “follow the demand, don't force education” philosophy and how tokenised assets are now able to provide utility over and above the legacy versions which is supercharging mainstream adoption. Key Timestamps[00:00:00] Tokenization reality: Tokens don't create liquidity by magic – the product still has to solve a real problem.[00:02:00] Ryan's background: From med tech and audiology into educating NZ on Web3 and then full-time tokenization.[00:05:00] Toroa's focus: On-chain financial products, NZD/AUD stablecoins, property tokens and tokenized funds.[00:07:00] Non-USD stablecoins: Why NZD/AUD stables matter for cross-border flows and monetary sovereignty.[00:10:00] Title-based property: Tokens tied to property title, not shares, avoiding financial-product status and paying rent in stablecoins.[00:17:00] Tokenized feeders: Letting funds offer regulated exposure in token form to DAOs, foundations and family offices.[00:20:00] Demand > preaching: They focus on inbound demand from funds already being asked for tokenized access.[00:26:00] Roadmap & raise: Moving group structure to the UK, aiming for a future listing, and raising a £500k pre-Series A.Connecthttps://www.toroa.xyz/https://www.linkedin.com/company/toroagroup/https://x.com/toroagrouphttps://www.linkedin.com/in/ryanjohnsonhunt/DisclaimerNothing mentioned in this podcast is investment advice and please do your own research. It would mean a lot if you can leave a review of this podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify and share this podcast with a friend.Get featuredBe a guest on the podcast or contact us – https://www.web3pod.xyz/
Crypto News: Bitcoin price pullsback. JPMorgan Launches Tokenized Money Market Fund on Ethereum. The senate markup on the crypto market structure bill (CLARITY Act) gets delayed. Brought to you by
Web3 Academy: Exploring Utility In NFTs, DAOs, Crypto & The Metaverse
Bitcoin has never had better headlines. Institutional adoption. Government-level discussions. Tokenization of global markets. Stablecoins are eating traditional finance alive. And yet… price is stuck. In this episode of the Milk Road Show, Scott Melker breaks down why this market feels so frustrating, confusing, and exhausting, and why that might actually be the most dangerous phase for crypto investors. ~~~~~
For episode 654 of the BlockHash Podcast, host Brandon Zemp is joined by Jason Dehni of BlackOpal.BlackOpal is an on-chain asset management and payments platform bridging investment-grade yield with emerging market receivables. The problem they're solving is twofold: High-quality merchants in emerging markets pay above-market premiums for working capital, not because they're risky, but because legacy banking is expensive, slow, and opaque. Meanwhile, institutional capital in developed markets is starved for low-risk emerging market yield.BlackOpal specializes in credit card receivables, underwriting based on historical and real time transactions, and acquiring them via short-duration True Sale structures. Credit risk is further minimized through repayment by AA+ counterparties like Visa and Mastercard, resulting in near zero credit default. Currency risk is hedged via Non-Deliverable Forwards (NDFs). ⏳ Timestamps: (0:00) Introduction(0:51) Who is Jason Dehni?(3:03) What is Black Opal?(6:15) Gemstone vs. LiquidStone II(8:27) User protection & transparency(10:43) What makes Black Opal unique?(13:15) Where are Black Opal's products available?(15:04) Future opportunities in the Digital Asset market(19:35) Tokenization in the near future(23:50) Black Opal roadmap 2026(25:49) Events & conferences(27:08) Black Opal website & socials
This week on Re-engineering Tokenization, we welcome Leah Wald, Digital Title Lead at Abaxx Technologies, into the SmarterMarkets™ studio. David Greely sits down with Leah to discuss her experiences and insights from a career working at the intersection of DeFi and traditional finance – and how she's working with Abaxx to re-engineer tokenization through the introduction of Abaxx Private Digital Title.
Nick Ducoff, Head of Institutional Growth at Solana Foundation, joined me to discuss the latest and great with Solana.Topics: Brought to you by
Crypto News: J.P. Morgan arranges landmark U.S. Commercial Paper issuance on Solana Public Blockchain for Galaxy Digital Holdings. Coinbase opens Solana DEX access as CeFi and DeFi converge. Fed will start QE (money printing) tomorrow. Brought to you by ✅ VeChain is a versatile enterprise-grade L1 smart contract platform https://www.vechain.org/
Crypto News: The Federal Reserve cuts rates by 25 bps and will start money printing, they will begin purchasing US Treasury Bills on December 12th and will buy $40 billion of US Treasury bills in 30 days. Brought to you by
References & Affiliates
Johann Kerbrat is Crypto General Manager at Robinhood.In this episode, we unpack why Robinhood built its own Ethereum L2 and how it plans to power 24/7 markets for tokenized stocks, digital assets, pre-IPO company trading, and the next wave of onchain financial products such as stablecoins and prediction markets.------
Keith Grossman, President at MoonPay, joined me to discuss how the firm is unlocking crypto access for both retail and institutional users.Topics: - MoonPay's crypto payment solutions - MoonPay Mastercard and Pump Fun integrations - TradFi Crypto Adoption- Web2 and tech companies transitioning to Web3 - Future of crypto payments - Tokenization of assets and human behaviorBrought to you by
Crypto News: The OCC clears national banks to facilitate crypto transactions. PNC Private Bank clients can now buy, sell, and hold bitcoin in their existing accounts.Brought to you
Crypto News: CFTC clears path for ETH, Bitcoin and USDC to be used as collateral in derivatives markets. MAS has expanded Ripple's MPI license which will increase regulated XRP and RLUSD services. JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon is promoting blockchain, tokenization, and stablecoins.Brought to you by
For episode 650 of the BlockHash Podcast, host Brandon Zemp is joined by Kyle Sonlin, President of the Global Settlement Network.Global Settlement's blockchain allows for payments, tokenization and stablecoin solutions to empower financial institutions and governments to integrate blockchain and digital assets into their business in a secure, compliant, and interoperable way—all in one place. ⏳ Timestamps: (0:00) SUMSUB(0:44) Introduction(1:18) Who is Kyle Sonlin?(3:26) What is Global Settlement Network?(8:26) Importance of stablecoins in the future(10:53) Friction points in TradFi(11:37) SUMSUB(12:04) Is Quantum a threat to Crypto?(13:30) Global Settlement Network at Blockchain Futurist(15:34) How to contact GSN
Today's episode dives straight into one of the most important transitions happening in global finance: the migration of financial products and services onto the blockchain. And with the SEC Chairman's bold predictions last week—openly forecasting a massive expansion in tokenized assets—this shift isn't years away… it's already happening. We'll explore what tokenization really means for investors, banks, traders, and the broader digital-asset ecosystem. Plus, I'll break down today's market winners and losers in a shortened but packed TraderMerlin session. If you care about the future of finance, you don't want to miss this one. Listen now:
Crypto News: Big week ahead for markets with Fed Rate Cut decision. French banking giant BPCE to launch in-app crypto trading.Brought to you by
Bitcoin may be pitched as an alternative to the dollar system, but its price behavior shows how tightly it's now linked to the same forces that drive equities, credit, and tech multiples. When liquidity improves (when dollars are easier to borrow and funding markets relax), risk-taking becomes cheaper and more comfortable.~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/iTrustPaulGuest: Lyn Alden, Founder of Lyn Alden Investment StrategyLyn Alden website ➜ https://bit.ly/LynAldensiteBUY Lyn's Book "Broken Money" ➜ https://bit.ly/BrokenMoneyBook00:00 Intro00:10 Sponsor: iTrust Capital01:10 Debasement Trade03:00 Multi year QE04:30 Does Bitcoin need QE?05:30 Is the 4-Year cycle Dead?06:45 Michael Saylor $MSTR Strategy08:50 $BMNR outlook10:30 Interest rates goin to zero?12:40 Kevin Hassett as Fed Chair14:30 2 Years Ago: Lyn Alden Was Right vs VanEck15:30 Is Tokenization/Stablecoins taking away from Bitcoin narrative?16:45 Tokenized Gold vs Bitcoin Products19:40 Bitcoin All-time high in 2026?21:00 Would you add Paxos or Polymarket to your portfolio?22:15 Which AI stock/sector/options play are you considering?25:30 Is ZCash scam-pump finally over?25:20 Is now a good time to DCA?26:30 Outro#Crypto #Bitcoin #Ethereum~Market Liquidity Incoming
Re-engineering Tokenization continues this week with Christopher Jensen, Portfolio Manager & Director of Digital Asset Research at Franklin Templeton. SmarterMarkets™ host David Greely sits down with Christopher to discuss his experience tokenizing money market shares with their BENJI token – and the challenges and opportunities that he sees for both the builders and the investors in tokenization for real-world and digitally native assets.
Crypto News: New Crypto Bank to be Unveiled by Billionaire Trump Backer Andy Beal. AI-powered studio Mugafi partners with Avalanche to tokenize entertainment IP. Turkey's Paribu to buy CoinMENA in deal worth up to $240 million, adding Dubai and Bahrain licenses. Brought to you by ✅ VeChain is a versatile enterprise-grade L1 smart contract platform https://www.vechain.org/
Crypto News: CFTC greenlights spot crypto trading on US exchanges. Citadel wrote to the US SEC calling for tighter rules on tokenized assets and DeFi. Coinbase incubated Ethereum L2 Base network rolls out bridge to Solana.Brought to you by ✅ VeChain is a versatile enterprise-grade L1 smart contract platform https://www.vechain.org/
Larry Fink makes his most explicit case yet that tokenization is entering its internet-1996 moment, and the rest of Wall Street is suddenly lining up behind him. Today's episode looks at why this shift matters, how macro liquidity and Fed policy are shaping Bitcoin's rebound, and why regulators and major exchanges are treating tokenized assets as the next frontier of financial infrastructure. Enjoying this content? SUBSCRIBE to the Podcast: https://pod.link/1438693620 Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheBreakdownBW Subscribe to the newsletter: https://blockworks.co/newsletter/thebreakdown Join the discussion: https://discord.gg/VrKRrfKCz8 Follow on Twitter: NLW: https://twitter.com/nlw Breakdown: https://twitter.com/BreakdownBW
Crypto News: BlackRock CEO Larry Fink and Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong talk crypto. Charles Schwab to Launch Bitcoin, Ethereum Trading in 2026, CEO Says. Ethereum Fusaka upgrade goes live. Brought to you by
The “tokenization of everything” is here — and it's more dangerous than anyone's admitting. In this must-watch video, Taylor Kenny exposes the shocking truth behind The Great Taking and how tokenization will enable full-scale wealth confiscation in the next crisis.Questions on Protecting Your Wealth with Gold & Silver? Schedule a Strategy Call Here ➡️ https://calendly.com/itmtrading/podcastor Call 866-349-3310
Crypto News: Vanguard will now allow spot crypto ETF trading which Includes Bitcoin, Ethereum, XRP, & Solana ETFs. Crypto payments coming to PlayStation as Sony plans stablecoin launch in 2026.Brought to you by