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Shares of SharpLink Gaming (SBET) surged after the online gaming firm said it snapped up another 7,689 ether (ETH) for its corporate treasury. Other Ethereum treasury stocks are also exploding.~This episode is sponsored by Tangem~Tangem ➜ https://bit.ly/TangemPBNUse Code: "PBN" for Additional Discounts!00:00 Intro00:14 Sponsor: Tangem00:45 Sharplink closes market01:00 NASDAQ01:33 They bought more ETH too02:00 Joe Lubin hints at buying more Ethereum than expected02:36 Bit Digital turns into an ETH Maxi04:00 $BTCS: $100M in ETH05:12 MEGA-MERGER possible05:40 Joseph Lubin mentions BTCS on cnbc 07:05 Bitcoin Maxi's Shorting ETH?07:14 Staking skyrocketing07:50 Still early07:20 Microsoft08:50 ETH approaching all-time high transactions09:30 Fusaka upgrade incoming10:00 Eric Trump wall - Feb 3rd10:50 Vlad September11:13 OutroEthereum #Crypto #bitcoin~ETH Takes Over Wallstreet!

BTCS Inc. has announced its strategic intent to raise $100 million in 2025 to acquire Ethereum and support the growth of its ETH-first infrastructure model. The strategy is designed to increase ETH per share, drive scalable revenue, and minimize shareholder dilution.~This episode is sponsored by Tangem~Tangem ➜ https://bit.ly/TangemPBNUse Code: "PBN" for Additional Discounts!Guest: Charles Allen, CEO and Chairman of the Board at BTCSBTCS Website ➜ https://bit.ly/BTCSethereum00:00 intro00:15 Sponsor: Tangem00:55 Four Years Later01:20 What is $BTCS?01:49 Ethereum Treasury Strategy02:50 Bitcoin vs ETH Business Model04:10 Tom Lee on Circle IPO05:20 BTCS name change?06:19 Record Revenue07:35 Sharplink vs BTCS08:34 Aave Borrowing09:14 Buying $100 Million More ETH!10:16 Tom Lee: ETH Company Mergers Incoming?11:00 BTCS + Tom Lee Merger?12:48 Bitcoin exiting to Ethereum14:56 Schwab Excited About Tokenized Stocks16:05 Ethereum Hype Incoming17:29 Tom Lee: Ethereum "WallStreet Put"19:25 Technical Expertise Needed20:26 Polymarket Dominates Politics21:41 Gaming Will Surpass Countries21:56 Michael Saylor Buying ETH?23:33 outro#Crypto #Ethereum #bitcoin ~$100mil Ethereum Mega-Strategy!

I know some of you are tired of hearing about Bitcoin and digital currencies. That's not what this week's show is about. This week's podcast conversation is broader—it touches the entire global economy. But…you just can't talk about macroeconomic trends anymore without talking about digital dollars and Bitcoin. Leaving them out today would be like ignoring gold when discussing commodities. There's a section this week in my interview with Ian Reynolds that dives deep into the bond market and the growing influence of stablecoins. And I realized—it might be helpful to give you a bit of context up front. If you're already familiar, consider this a refresher. If not, this will make the second half of our conversation a lot more useful. Let's start with the 10-year U.S. Treasury—arguably the most important interest rate in the world. This one number influences everything from mortgage rates to stock valuations to how much it costs the government to borrow money. Historically, when inflation drops, yields on the 10-year tend to fall as well. That's the standard relationship: lower inflation usually leads to lower yields. But that's not what's happening right now. Despite a year of cooling inflation, the 10-year Treasury yield has stayed surprisingly high. Why? The answer boils down to supply and demand. On the supply side, the U.S. government is flooding the market with Treasuries—over a trillion dollars' worth every quarter—to finance its growing deficits. That's a lot of new bonds entering the market. At the same time, demand isn't keeping up. Foreign central banks like China and Japan, which used to be some of the biggest buyers of our debt, are pulling back. Some are dealing with their own domestic issues. Others are deliberately reducing their exposure to the dollar as a reaction to U.S. foreign policy over the past year. So: more supply, less demand—what happens? Bond prices go down, resulting in higher yields for bond investors. That, in turn, means higher borrowing costs for everyone—including the U.S. government, businesses, and consumers. That's why, even with inflation falling, the 10-year hasn't followed the script. But here's where things get interesting. A new kind of buyer has started stepping in: stablecoin issuers. Stablecoins—like USDC and Tether—are digital tokens pegged to the U.S. dollar. They've become essential plumbing for the crypto economy, but their growth is increasingly relevant to the broader financial system. Why? Because in order to maintain their dollar peg, these companies need to back their coins with something stable—and that “something” is often short-term U.S. Treasuries. It turns out, that's a great business to be in. These stablecoin issuers collect real dollars, turn around, and invest them in T-bills yielding 5% or more. That spread—between what they earn and what they pay out—is pure profit. It's essentially a 21st-century version of a money market fund, just running on blockchain. And it's growing fast. Tether now holds more Treasuries than countries like Australia or Mexico. BlackRock has launched a tokenized Treasury fund that already has nearly $3 billion under management. And just this week, Mastercard announced that it's integrating USDC and other stablecoins for cross-border settlement. In other words, this isn't fringe anymore. It's moved into the mainstream, and it's growing quickly. Even lawmakers are catching up. Just this month, the U.S. Senate passed the GENIUS Act, a bipartisan bill that sets clear regulatory guidelines for stablecoins. It requires full backing by liquid assets—like Treasuries—and regular public disclosures. It's now headed to the House, and while not law yet, the momentum is clearly there. The takeaway? Regulatory clarity is coming, and that opens the door for large institutions, payment processors, and even governments to scale up stablecoin usage with confidence. So why does this matter for bond yields?

Stripe has established itself as a leading payment solution for both enterprises as well as startups and individual sellers. By abstracting away all the complexities of traditional payment rails through simple plug-and-play APIs, Stripe created a facile route for cross-border payments, simplifying e-commerce. Similarly, Stripe's recent integration of stablecoins could further bolster the adoption of decentralised payment solutions, be them USD or other currency proxies. This allows businesses to reach more markets, at a lower cost, with near-instantaneous settlement.Topics covered in this episode:John's backgroundStripe's missionHow Stripe solves the complexity of internet paymentsIntegrating crypto for paymentsSupported blockchainsStripe's Web3 servicesUpsides of accepting stablecoin paymentsNon-USD stablecoinsMerchant UXExpanding crypto support outside the U.S.On- and off-rampingAcquiring Bridge and PrivyThe best of both worlds: CeFi & DeFiEpisode links:John Egan on XStripe on XSponsors:Gnosis: Gnosis builds decentralized infrastructure for the Ethereum ecosystem, since 2015. This year marks the launch of Gnosis Pay— the world's first Decentralized Payment Network. Get started today at - gnosis.ioChorus One: one of the largest node operators worldwide, trusted by 175,000+ accounts across more than 60 networks, Chorus One combines institutional-grade security with the highest yields at - chorus.oneThis episode is hosted by Friederike Ernst.

TODAY'S HEADLINESKraken, Robinhood, and Paxos have launched USDG in Europe, unlocking dollar‑pegged crypto for 450 M users under new MiCA rules! Can this shake up USDT & USDC dominance?Stablecoin issuer Circle Looks to Become a Bank, as it applies for National Trust LicenseI teased this yesterday, but its official: Arbitrum will serve as Robinhood's onchain railsTrump's 'Big Beautiful Bill' May Get a last minute Bitcoin Tax ExemptionFinally, Ethereum community plans onchain ‘time capsule' to mark 10th anniversary of network's genesis blockFriends of the ShowC3The C3 team has more than 20 years of experience in journalism, including leading the editorial and content side of a major Web3 news publication. They are also experienced AI and Web3 PR professionals, regularly placing content in leading web3 and AI publications. C3's members previously co-founded the PR department at SCRIB3, and have experience with clients such as EigenLayer, VanEck, Monad, SKALE Network, LEVR Bet, Symmio, Camp Network, Evmos, Avail, Moonbeam, and others.WHERE TO FIND DCNdailycryptonews.nethttps://twitter.com/DCNDailyCryptoEMAIL or FOLLOW the HostsQuileEmail: kyle@dailycryptonews.net***NOT FINANCIAL, LEGAL, OR TAX ADVICE! JUST OPINION! WE ARE NOT EXPERTS! WE DO NOT GUARANTEE A PARTICULAR OUTCOME. WE HAVE NO INSIDE KNOWLEDGE! YOU NEED TO DO YOUR OWN RESEARCH AND MAKE YOUR OWN DECISIONS! THIS IS JUST EDUCATION & ENTERTAINMENT! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Matty A. dives into the world of crypto-backed mortgages, explaining how you can use Bitcoin or Ethereum as collateral to finance a home—without selling your crypto.Why This MattersKeep your crypto gains intact: Avoid selling and triggering capital gains taxesFaster and easier transactions: Lenders like Milo, USDC.Homes, and Figure offer no-credit-check loans and quick fundingFHFA update: Regulators are now exploring crypto as a recognized asset for mortgage applicants at Fannie Mae and Freddie MacHow Crypto Mortgages WorkPledge crypto as collateral (often 100% of loan value or more)Receive fiat funds for your purchaseLoan repayment in traditional currency — collateral returned when paid in fullBeware of margin calls — if crypto value drops, you may need more collateralPros & ConsProsPreserve crypto upside potentialNo cash down payment or credit check neededFaster closings than traditional loansConsCrypto volatility risks collateral liquidationPlatform risk — fewer regulations than banksWho's It For?Crypto-holders confident in long-term market growthBuyers wanting fast, streamlined access to liquidityIndividuals with thin qualifying profiles for traditional loansAction StepsResearch crypto mortgage lenders: Milo, USDC.Homes, Figure, Ledn, RockoPrepare documentation: Proof of holdings, escrow/custody proceduresBuild a cash buffer for margin call scenariosStay updated: FHFA's evolving stance, mortgage market trendsKey TakeawaysCrypto mortgages offer a strategic way to leverage digital assets without sellingThey're fast, flexible, and tax-efficient but come with volatility and collateral risksWith FHFA backing, crypto is beginning to gain real legitimacy in mainstream lendingTune In & ShareListen now to discover if a crypto mortgage makes sense for your next real estate move and how to get started. Don't forget to rate & review Wise Investor Segment, and follow Matty A. on social media for more investing insights!Episode Sponsored By:Discover Financial Millionaire Mindcast Shop: Buy the Rich Life Planner and Get the Wealth-Building Bundle for FREE! Visit: https://shop.millionairemindcast.com/CRE MASTERMIND: Visit myfirst50k.com and submit your application to join!FREE CRE Crash Course: Text “FREE” to 844-447-1555

In this episode of the Crypto Rundown, host Mark Longo breaks down the latest activity in the crypto derivatives markets and provides insights into the key developments over the past week. The episode dives into the details of Bitcoin and Ethereum's volatile markets, explores recent geopolitical impacts on the broader financial landscape, and examines major moves in assets like Solana, XRP, Doge, and more. Additionally, a significant portion is dedicated to dissecting the stellar IPO performance of Circle Internet Financial, which manages the USDC stablecoin, highlighting its market implications and potential IPO pricing missteps. Amberdata is introduced as a key resource for granular on-chain and market data for those venturing into digital assets.    00:00 Introduction to Options Insider Radio Network 02:23 Diving into the Crypto Rundown 04:47 Exploring the Bitcoin Breakdown 07:07 Analyzing Bitcoin Volatility and Skew 11:39 Hot Trades in Bitcoin Options 15:56 Circle's Explosive IPO 19:24 Early Market Movements and Options Activity 20:51 Circle's Wild Trading Day 21:47 MSTU: The Leveraged Play 24:25 Altcoin Universe: Market Cap and Trends 26:19 Ethereum's Volatility and Market Sentiment 29:53 Solana and Other Altcoins Performance 33:38 Concluding Thoughts and Upcoming Events  

For EP32 of Chain Reactions, we sat down with Jay Kurahashi-Sofue, longtime crypto marketer, former head of marketing at Avalanche, and now CMO at Eco, all to unpack why stablecoins might just be the real unlock for mainstream crypto adoption… if we can fix the UX mess first.From his early days running a music blog during the Bloghouse era, all to way to helping launch Circle before USDC even existed, building Avalanche's brand from the ground up, and now reimagining how we use stablecoins with Eco, Jay shares what he's learned leading crypto marketing through multiple cycles — and why good storytelling always beats hype.We dive into how Eco is building a Plaid-like experience for stablecoins, what it means to go B2B-first in Web3, and why the real challenge in infra marketing is figuring things out when there's no playbook.Jay also shares his team's 4-1-1 content strategy, why search and SEO are underrated (and Twitter overrated), how dev-focused YouTube content is winning right now, and what it actually takes to build developer trust from scratch.If you're working on crypto infrastructure, building dev funnels, or trying to launch anything involving stables — this one's required listening.Please enjoy, and don't forget to subscribe, leave us a five-star review, and mint the episode at pods.media/myosinxyz!

Stablecoins zijn uitgegroeid tot een van de belangrijkste bouwstenen van de cryptomarkt. Maar wat zijn het eigenlijk? Kort gezegd: digitale munten die gekoppeld zijn aan een andere waarde, meestal een traditionele munt als de Amerikaanse dollar. Bekende namen als de USDT, USDC en Dai (DAI) proberen op verschillende manieren een vaste waarde te behouden. Dat gebeurt vaak door echte dollars als onderpand aan te houden, of door slimme algoritmes die vraag en aanbod reguleren. Opvallend is dat bijna alle grote stablecoins zich koppelen aan de dollar. Andere valuta, zoals de euro of de yen, zijn nauwelijks terug te vinden. Dat komt deels door de dominante positie van de dollar in de wereldhandel, maar ook omdat veel crypto-innovatie uit de VS komt. Die dominantie is niet onopgemerkt gebleven. Overheden werken inmiddels aan eigen digitale munten, zoals de digitale euro of digitale dollar. Toch lijken stablecoins voor te lopen op die plannen. En dat gaat verder dan alleen fiatgeld. Er wordt ook geëxperimenteerd met koppelingen aan grondstoffen of zelfs aandelen. Maar het gros van de stablecoins blijft gericht op de dollar, omdat die het grootste bereik en de meeste liquiditeit biedt. Stablecoins hebben verschillende functies. Ze worden veel gebruikt in handel: als tussenstation om snel van de ene naar de andere munt te gaan. Maar ze worden ook ingezet voor betalingen, als opslag van waarde, en steeds vaker door institutionele partijen als brug naar de cryptomarkt. Het gebruik is de afgelopen jaren geëxplodeerd, vooral omdat stablecoins relatief eenvoudig en snel te gebruiken zijn. Dat roept de vraag op of juist deze munten, en niet bitcoin, de echte betaalrevolutie van crypto aanvoeren. Beleggers kunnen daarvan profiteren door te investeren in de infrastructuur rond stablecoins – van uitgevende bedrijven tot onderliggende technologie. Toch zijn er risico’s. Dat bleek pijnlijk bij TerraUSD, een algoritmische stablecoin die in 2022 instortte. Maar ook centraal beheerde stablecoins kenden problemen, zoals USDC dat tijdelijk de koppeling verloor na problemen bij een bankpartner. Het verschil tussen algoritmische en onderpandgestuurde modellen is cruciaal. En ook de vraag naar decentralisatie speelt mee. De meeste stablecoins worden beheerd door centrale partijen, die soms zelfs bankachtige functies uitvoeren. Juist daarom komen er steeds meer regels. In Europa geldt inmiddels de MiCAR-regelgeving, waarin ook eisen aan stablecoins zijn opgenomen. In de VS werkt de overheid aan de zogeheten GENIUS-wet, die onder andere toezicht op stablecoin-uitgevers moet regelen. Die regulering kan helpen om de risico’s te verkleinen, maar roept ook vragen op: wat betekent dit voor plannen rond een digitale euro of dollar? Bedrijven zien in elk geval brood in stablecoins. Niet alleen Amerikaanse fintechs, maar ook Europese banken ontwikkelen hun eigen varianten. Zelfs Big Tech flirtte al met het idee, zoals Facebook destijds met Diem (voorheen Libra). De interesse is logisch: stablecoins zijn hét toonbeeld van tokenisatie. Inmiddels zijn er ook rentedragende stablecoins, en kijken partijen naar getokeniseerde aandelen en banktegoeden. Stablecoins zouden daarmee wel eens de eerste stap kunnen zijn in een veel bredere digitale transformatie van geld en vermogen. Gasten Veronique Estié Bert Slagter Links Host Daniël Mol Redactie Daniël MolSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of the Crypto Rundown, host Mark Longo breaks down the latest activity in the crypto derivatives markets and provides insights into the key developments over the past week. The episode dives into the details of Bitcoin and Ethereum's volatile markets, explores recent geopolitical impacts on the broader financial landscape, and examines major moves in assets like Solana, XRP, Doge, and more. Additionally, a significant portion is dedicated to dissecting the stellar IPO performance of Circle Internet Financial, which manages the USDC stablecoin, highlighting its market implications and potential IPO pricing missteps. Amberdata is introduced as a key resource for granular on-chain and market data for those venturing into digital assets.    00:00 Introduction to Options Insider Radio Network 02:23 Diving into the Crypto Rundown 04:47 Exploring the Bitcoin Breakdown 07:07 Analyzing Bitcoin Volatility and Skew 11:39 Hot Trades in Bitcoin Options 15:56 Circle's Explosive IPO 19:24 Early Market Movements and Options Activity 20:51 Circle's Wild Trading Day 21:47 MSTU: The Leveraged Play 24:25 Altcoin Universe: Market Cap and Trends 26:19 Ethereum's Volatility and Market Sentiment 29:53 Solana and Other Altcoins Performance 33:38 Concluding Thoughts and Upcoming Events  

Circle (CRCL) stock's massive rally is showing no signs of cooling. The issuer of USDC stablecoins (USDC-USD) soared roughly 15% in morning trading on Friday, extending its stunning post IPO gains as Wall Street bets big on the crypto player.~This episode is sponsored by Tangem~Tangem ➜ https://bit.ly/TangemPBNUse Code: "PBN" for Additional Discounts!00:00 Intro00:18 Sponsor: Tangem00:45 Iran Diplomacy?01:00 Altcoin ETFs01:30 Liquidations01:56 Equities have been historic02:30 Coinbase x Europe02:52 Circle vs Ethereum04:00 $CRCL skyrocketing05:46 Card issuers plunge06:57 CNBC: VISA & Mastercard taking a hit08:01 $CRCL bought at 27 cents08:55 Did Ark sell $CRCL too early?10:05 Cathie Wood rebalance10:44 $SBET shorts waning11:13 Pudgy x NASDAQ11:48 Robinhood EthCC12:30 Robinhood banking soon13:15 Charts15:30 Outro#Crypto #Bitcoin #ethereum~Circle Stock Stealing Crypto Rally?

美國史上第一部穩定幣法案，最近在參議院正式通過。一通過，Circle 股價直接從 $31 飆到 $242，暴漲超過八倍。這不只象徵美國從打壓轉向擁抱加密貨幣，更讓一個人合法暴賺——川普。因為這條法案明文寫著：禁止官員持有或經營穩定幣，但總統、副總統除外。沒錯，川普家族最近推出的穩定幣 USD1，才剛透過阿布達比主權基金，完成 20 億美金的大交易。而真正賺最多利息的，可能還不是 Circle，而是背後坐收分潤的 Coinbase。這集我們就來聊聊：

I interviewed Max Branzburg, VP of Product at Coinbase, at the Coinbase State of Crypto Summit. We discussed Coinbase's crypto-backed loans, which allow users to borrow against their Bitcoin and receive the loan in USDC.

On this episode, we discuss the latest products coming to Coinbase as well as top user questions about coinbase. Coinbase allows borrowing against Bitcoin for USDC loans, with rates as low as 5%, no monthly payments, and up to $1,000,000 USDC available. ~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: Max Branzburg, Head of Consumer Product, CoinbaseBuy $50 & Get $50 for getting started on Coinbase➜ https://bit.ly/CBARRON00:00 Intro00:18 Sponsor: iTrust Capital01:20 Bitcoin backed loans03:30 Borrowed USDC can't be used for trading crypto?04:50 Coinbase One Card: Why only Bitcoin?06:45 How do you get on the list?07:53 Coinbase basic vs Regular Coinbase One09:20 Coinbase favoring Bitcoin over ETH?14:40 New customers18:30 Wen DEX trading?21:30 Coinbase prioritizing Aerodrome vs Uniswap?23:50 Will Coinbase take an added fees on DEX buys?24:06 Coinbase Fees27:30 Is Coinbase ONE Membership vs Robinhood Gold29:45 When Wallet Beta release?31:10 Account lockouts still a thing?34:40 Coinbase AI?36:00 Ready for bullrun?38:06 Outro#Coinbase #Crypto #Bitcoin~Coinbase Loans Skyrocketing

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with @DarenMatsuoka @rhhackettToday we've got a midyear market update and news episode for you. At the end of last year, our guest — and resident data weatherman — Daren Matsuoka put out a post on "5 metrics to watch in 2025." Most of the metrics that Daren picked measure how crypto's adoption: from mobile wallet usage and onchain transaction fees to volume across stablecoins, decentralized exchanges (or DEXs), and exchange traded-products. Now that we're about midway through 2025, it's a great time for an update. Timestamps:(0:00) Introduction(2:27) Chart 1: Monthly Mobile Wallet Users(6:16) Chart 2: Adjusted Stablecoin Transaction Volume(10:01) Chart 3: ETF Net Flows for Bitcoin and Ethereum(13:30) Chart 4: Decentralized vs Centralized Exchange Volume(15:50) Chart 5: Total Transaction Fees(21:46) Emerging Metrics and Industry Insights(25:07) Recent Industry News and Developments(27:13) ConclusionRelevant news:Circle, issuer of the USDC stablecoin, went public on the New York Stock Exchange exchange on June 5 and there was extremely strong demand for the company's offering.Stripe announced on June 11 that it would be acquiring a crypto company, Privy, which helps companies create crypto wallets — adding to Stripe's earlier acquisition of Bridge, which helps companies work with stablecoins.Shopify partnered with Stripe and Coinbase to enable merchants to accept USDC payments.Coinbase has a new credit card in partnership with American Express, which gives you Bitcoin rewards.The French bank Société Générale announced plans for a dollar-backed stablecoin that will run on Ethereum and Solana with BNY Mellon acting as custodian for the reserves.JPMorgan Chase plans to launch a U.S. dollar “deposit token” called JPMD on Coinbase's Base network.If you enjoyed this episode, stay tuned for our annual big State of Crypto Report, which we'll drop in the fall. If you want more from Daren, you can follow him @DarenMatsuoka on X or visit a16zcrypto.com to read his posts, including the one we talked about today.***As a reminder, none of the content should be taken as investment, business, legal, or tax advice; please see a16z.com/disclosures for more important information, including a link to a list of our investments.

The Senate on Tuesday passed the GENIUS Act, a landmark bill that for the first time establishes federal guardrails for U.S. dollar-pegged stablecoins and creates a regulated pathway for private companies to issue digital dollars with the blessing of the federal government. The bill passed with a 68-30 vote.~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/iTrustPaul00:00 intro00:15 Sponsor: iTrust Capital00:48 Stablecoin Stocks Skyrocket01:45 Vote Results 68 to 30 Vote02:40 Tim Scott: Bills Before August03:39 Scott Bessent on Stablecoins05:19 Biden Admin Attacks Democrats06:42 Stablecoin Adoption is Hard?08:08 JP Morgan Deposit Token on BASE08:35 JP Morgan Token is a scam09:22 Franklin Templeton Yield Product10:52 XRP & Solana ETFs Coming11:20 Stablecoin Growth on Ethereum12:02 Tokenized Stocks on Solana12:22 Robinhood Tokenized Stocks Coming?12:51 Arbitrum x Robinhood13:36 Cathie Wood Selling Stocks!14:36 Coinbase Wallet Beta Incoming15:44 Retail Stablecoin Adoption16:35 Hong Kong Doubles Down17:29 outro#Crypto #Stablecoin #ethereum~Stablecoin Bill Passes Senate!✅Stablecoin Stocks Skyrocket!

In this episode of Forward Guidance, Vishal Gupta—former head of USDC at Circle and Coinbase Exchange—joins to discuss his journey from Goldman Sachs to building crypto-native market infrastructure with his new venture, True Markets. He shares how stablecoins are reshaping market plumbing, the growing relevance of perpetual futures vs. options, and what traditional finance can learn from crypto (and vice versa). Enjoy! __ Follow Vishal: https://x.com/vishalkgupta Follow Felix: https://x.com/fejau_inc Follow Forward Guidance: https://twitter.com/ForwardGuidance Follow Blockworks: https://twitter.com/Blockworks_ Forward Guidance Telegram: https://t.me/+CAoZQpC-i6BjYTEx Forward Guidance Newsletter: https://blockworks.co/newsletter/forwardguidance — Join us at Permissionless IV June 24th - 26th. Use code FG10 for 10% OFF! https://blockworks.co/event/permissionless-iv __ Ledger, the world leader in digital asset security for consumers and enterprises, proudly sponsors Forward Guidance, where traditional finance meets crypto. As Ledger celebrates a decade of securing 20% of the world's crypto assets, it offers a secure gateway for those entering digital finance. Buy a LEDGER™ device today and protect your assets with top-tier security technology. Buy now on https://Ledger.com. — Timestamps: (00:00) Introduction (01:07) Vishal's History (07:06) Most Interesting Crypto Innovations (10:29) Ledger Ad (11:21) Stablecoin Adoption & Fragmentation (20:36) Evolution of Crypto Options & Exchanges (27:15) Ledger Ad (28:07) Bringing Exotic Assets Onchain (30:37) Innovating Market Infrastructure (37:14) Permissionless IV __ Disclaimer: Nothing said on Forward Guidance 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 opinions, not financial advice. Hosts and guests may hold positions in the companies, funds, or projects discussed.

I interviewed Jesse Pollak,Head of Base and Coinbase Wallet, at the Coinbase State of Crypto Summit. He discusses the latest and great with adoption on Base and the Coinbase wallet.

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US lawmakers endorsed digital tokens backed by dollars like Tether and USDC, collectively worth $250 bln. In this episode of The Big View podcast, banks analyst and author Dan Davies explains the risks of mingling supposedly solid crypto assets with the regulated banking system.

De traditionele financiële wereld en de cryptosector lijken elkaar sneller dan ooit te vinden. Coinbase sloot deze week een opvallende samenwerking met American Express en brengt een gezamenlijke creditcard op de markt. Daarmee bundelen twee zwaargewichten – één uit de oude en één uit de nieuwe wereld – de krachten. De kaart wordt gekoppeld aan cryptotegoeden en komt met een puntensysteem dat lijkt op de klassieke loyaliteitsprogramma’s van creditmaatschappijen. Of er veel vraag is naar zo’n product valt nog te bezien, maar het signaal dat ervan uitgaat is duidelijk: crypto is onderweg naar de mainstream. Ook Shopify zet een flinke stap in de cryptowereld. De webshopgigant integreert BASE, het Ethereum-netwerk van Coinbase, en accepteert binnenkort de USDC-stablecoin als betaalmiddel. Daarmee maakt Shopify directe betaling met digitale dollars mogelijk, zonder tussenkomst van banken. Dat is goed nieuws voor consumenten en verkopers die sneller en goedkoper willen afrekenen. Ondertussen werd bekend dat Circle, het bedrijf achter stablecoin USDC en nauw verbonden aan Coinbase, ruim een week geleden naar de beurs is gegaan. De koers gaat voorlopig één kant op: omhoog. In eenzelfde beweging hebben we betaaldienst Stripe, die cryptowallet Privy overneemt. Privy ontwikkelt software waarmee gebruikers controle houden over hun private keys, zonder in te leveren op gebruiksgemak. Voor Stripe is het een logische stap richting crypto-integratie in het reguliere betalingsverkeer. Dat al deze bewegingen vrijwel gelijktijdig plaatsvinden, wijst op een bredere trend: de Amerikaanse markt maakt een inhaalslag, geholpen door politieke wil en heldere regelgeving. In Europa begint dat langzaam door te sijpelen, al is het tempo daar beduidend lager. De markt laat deze week zien dat zelfs geopolitieke spanningen nauwelijks nog invloed hebben. Investeerders blijven instappen, waaronder het Japanse Metaplanet en het mediabedrijf van Donald Trump, dat sinds kort ook officieel in bitcoin mag beleggen. Verder lijkt de kans toe te nemen dat ook altcoins zoals XRP en Solana binnenkort hun eigen ETF krijgen in de VS. Dat zou, net als bij bitcoin eerder dit jaar, kunnen leiden tot bredere acceptatie en nieuwe kapitaalstromen richting crypto. In Nederland loopt de overgangsperiode van cryptowet MICAR ten einde. Per 30 juni moet iedereen een vergunning hebben van de AFM. In Nederland lijkt het vergunningentraject voor sommige bedrijven te ambitieus, zeker in vergelijking met andere Europese landen. En dat kan nog weleens wat problemen opleveren. Gasten Mauro Halve Links Host Daniël Mol Redactie Daniël MolSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

I interviewed Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong at the Coinbase State of Crypto Summit. He shares his outlook on Coinbase, discusses new products such as the Coinbase One credit card and the Shopify partnership, and gives his perspective on crypto legislation in the U.S.

Esta semana en Espacio Cripto analizamos el impacto del conflicto entre Israel e Irán en los mercados, el avance de las stablecoins con Circle y Stripe, la integración de Polymarket con Twitter y la posible regulación en EE.UU.Aprende cripto con Crypto Mastery: https://www.espaciocripto.io/crypto-masterySuscríbete a Voyager: https://espaciocripto.io/voyagerComunidad de Espacio Cripto: https://t.me/espaciocripto00:00 - Intro 02:01 - Precios de la semana 03:23 - Polymarket y Twitter: impacto en la percepción de mercado 07:27 - Predicciones de Polymarket y reacción ante eventos 10:51 - Estrategia de adquisiciones de Stripe 14:10 - Stablecoin Summer: Circle sube 111% 17:37 - Estrategias de inversión en ICOs 18:41 - Regulación de stablecoins 21:21 - Dolarización del internet con USDC y Etherfuse 24:36 - Premios del hackathon de Bitso 25:37 - Outro

Circle's stock just tripled after going public, but behind the headlines is a much bigger story about the future of money. In this deep dive, we explain how stablecoins like USDC actually work, how Circle makes its money, and why global banks and regulators are racing to catch up. We break down the high-stakes rivalry with Tether, the Fed's influence on Circle's revenue, and the legislation that could reshape the industry. If Circle succeeds, it won't just be a crypto company; it could become the new backbone of global finance.This video is for informational purposes only and reflects the views of the host and guest, not Public Holdings or its subsidiaries. Mentions of assets are not recommendations. Investing involves risk, including loss. Past performance does not guarantee future results. For full disclosures, visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Public.com/disclosures⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.

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Stablecoins are having a moment. From Stripe's acquisition of crypto wallet startup Privy, to Shopify integrating USDC, to Plasma raising $500 million for its stablecoin-optimized sidechain, stablecoins are having a moment. And at the center of it all is Circle, which had one of the most successful IPOs in decades. But what's really happening under the surface? And who's best positioned as stablecoins go mainstream? Vicky Fu, co-founder at Yala and former engineering director at Circle, joins Unchained to explain: How she saw Circle as deeply undervalued before the IPO buzz What Stripe's crypto moves signal for the broader market Why retail payments could become stablecoins' breakout use case How network effects give Circle a serious edge, even as banks circle 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! Ledn FalconX Human Rights Foundation Guest Vicky Fu, co-founder at Yala  Links Unchained: GENIUS Stablecoin Bill Advances in U.S. Senate Bloomberg: Bessent Says $2 Trillion Reasonable for Dollar Stablecoin The Block: Payment giant Stripe to buy crypto wallet firm PrivyMarket Payment giant Stripe to buy crypto wallet firm Privy CoinDesk: Crypto startup Plasma's XPL Token Sale Hits $500M as Investors Chase Stablecoin Plays The Block: Plasma doubles its deposit cap, clarifies it is eyeing $50M public sale at $500M FDV Reuters: Societe Generale becomes first major bank to launch dollar-pegged stablecoin The Information: Financial Markets Giant DTCC Explores a Stablecoin  Timestamps:

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Welcome to The Chopping Block – where crypto insiders Haseeb Qureshi, Tom Schmidt, Tarun Chitra, and Robert Leshner chop it up about the latest in crypto. This week, we're joined by a special guest: Laura Shin, host of Unchained! The crew unpacks Circle's explosive IPO, Tether's threat to exit the U.S., and the meme-stock logic powering the rise of “crypto treasury companies.” From Coinbase's grip on USDC to Wall Street's sudden enthusiasm for stablecoins, we explore how public markets are reshaping crypto's power centers. Is Circle overvalued—or the last compliant winner left? And are ICOs really back? We debate whether crypto's just maturing—or if it's being hijacked by the suits. Show highlights

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随着美国《天才法案》持续推进，稳定币竞争进入白热化： 一方面，是合规稳定币USDC与不合规稳定币USDT在加密市场的竞争，但全球稳定币走向合规之际，USDT是否还能持续保持现有的领先地位，关系着整个稳定币的格局之战；另一方面，摩根大通、美国银行、富国银行、花旗银行等全球大财团开始结盟讨论稳定币的银行稳定币发行；同时，硅谷金融科技巨头Stripe与Paypal已经大力押注稳定币；在政界，特朗普家族、美国商务部长Howard Lutnick与阿布扎比王室等政治资本也纷纷入局也成为这场稳定币战争中的关键变量。 本期节目，我们从稳定币第一股，也是USDC稳定币发行商Circle的上市说起，试图拆解以下稳定币行业里讨论最热最核心的问题： - 为何Circle上市如此之热，两天涨幅近4倍？ - Coinbase的全力扶植，才是Circle崛起的关键？考验Circle未来盈利能力的关键合约由来、风险与详细条款 - 政治与大资本入局带来的新变量：传统金融入局的六大中心化稳定币联盟是什么？ - 宏观环境与偶然因素的双重叠加：USDC的起量、两次快速增长期与曾接近大溃败的关键时刻 - 同样是稳定币业务：为何USDC与USDT盈利能力差距巨大？ - 政策支持下，稳定币发展起量的两大核心方向与关键策略 【赞助商】 本期节目由开源硬件钱包 OneKey 赞助播出。硬件钱包是保护加密资产最有效的方式之一。加密世界是黑暗森林，每个人都该为自己的资产负责。物理隔离的硬件钱包，能更好保护助记词不被盗窃。 访问OneKey官网 (https://shop.onekey.so/discount/web3101)购买开源硬件钱包，使用折扣码「web3101」可享受 95 折优惠。 【主播】 刘锋：Web3 101主理人，BODL Ventures 合伙人，前链闻总编辑 泓君Jane：硅谷101 (https://www.xiaoyuzhoufm.com/podcast/5e5c52c9418a84a04625e6cc)创始人，播客主理人 【嘉宾】 Can Sun (https://www.linkedin.com/in/can-sun/)：Backpack Exchange联合创始人，法务合规负责人  郑迪：前沿科技投资人（知识星球：22136749） 【你将听到】 Circle上市暴涨：数字化美元重构金融结算格局 04:52 Circle为何火爆：数字化美元重新定义华尔街与金融 06:30 美国《天才法案》推进：3年2万亿，稳定币市场规模暴增 12:05《天才法案》监管细节相对清晰，但对于行业巨头Tether是一个大考验 Circle发家与转型史：从多元溃败到聚焦稳定币 16:02 2018年行业第一批稳定币热潮，USDC应运而生 17:53 稳定币之前Circle的三大业务：钱包、交易所、场外交易 21:16 2019年加密货币寒冬壮士断腕：砍掉全部其他业务 “绑定魔咒”：Circle与Coinbase是否算“不平等条约” 24:52 故事的开始：2018年Circle与Coinbase推出合资公司 31:03 Coinbase强背书很值：流通性才是稳定币最大的挑战 33:53 2023年的重新谈判：招股书的两份细节协议拆解回购与合作细节 35:42 收入超过56%付给Coinbase：付给Coinbase 9亿美元，币安仅6000万美元 36:44 为何《天才法案》不允许稳定币发行方给用户付息？防止卷到倒闭 37:23 Circle与Coinbase的大隐患：联合推广是否算变相付息？ 39:11 传统金融入局的六大中心化稳定币联盟 - USDT：Tether+Bitfinex+Cantor Fitzgeral（美国商务部长曾任CEO）+CEP（美国商务部长儿子+软银投资） - USDC：Circle+Coinbase - USD1: 币安+Trump家族USD1+MGX阿布扎比主权基金 - USDB：硅谷Fintech巨头Stripe+Bridge - PYUSD：PayPal（不到10亿美元，规模较小） - 银行联盟稳定币：摩根大通(JPMorgan Chase)+美国银行(Bank of America)+花旗集团(Citigroup)+富国银行(Wells Fargo)+Zelle的运营商Early Warning Services+实时支付网络Clearing House（筹备中） 44:29 Circle最大隐患——能否摆脱Coinbase协议的法律细节解读 USDC的崛起之路：起量与两起一落 48:50 USDC发行量变化的关键节点 - 2020年启动 - 2022DeFi Summer爆发10倍增长 - 2023年硅谷银行爆雷+窒息2.0 （Operation Choke Point 2.0） - 2024年底政策利好新一轮爆发 57:08 Coinbase全力支持是USDC起量的关键 59:38 如果不是美联储救硅谷银行，USDC就大势已去 1:00:55 USDT与USDC区块链分布区别：孙宇晨的波场占USDT量过半 同样是稳定币业务：为何盈利能力差距巨大 1:02:34 备付金比较：USDC结构像余额宝；USDT 18%的不合规备付金赚了50%收入 1:03:46 “泰达是整个区块链世界最大的放贷机构” 1:08:35 推广还是倒贴：市场冠亚军差别巨大 稳定币竞争核心策略 1:09:24 USDC的合规之路：代价巨大，但是长远竞争力可能超过Tether 1:13:38 传统金融机构稳定币困局与核心：分发+流通性 1:14:07 稳定币市场赢者通吃？ 1:15:18 稳定币未来扩张路径设想：通过ToB场景触及消费者+链上交易 1:22:21 土耳其、非洲通货膨胀、货币贬值，已经稳定币化了 1:24:59 不要教育用户，而是悄无声息嵌入现有金融体系 【相关播客】 E41｜美国稳定币发币潮，区块链如何改变传统金融版图？ (https://www.xiaoyuzhoufm.com/episode/67eb27dcf7943ee90ccd252b) E39｜影子美元与金融新秩序：起底全球人均最赚钱的公司Tether (https://www.xiaoyuzhoufm.com/episode/67c8e64952a6af799cae2f6a) 【后期】 AMEI 【BGM】 Mumbai - Ooyy Estimations - Christoffer Moe Ditlevsen 【在这里找到我们】 收听渠道：Apple Podcast｜Spotify｜YouTube｜小宇宙 联系我们：podcast@sv101.net

Bitcoin beweegt deze week rond de 108.000 dollar. De koers deed het deze week goed, met een lichte terugval na het onduidelijke handelsakkoord tussen de VS en China. Daarmee lijkt een aanval op het eerdere koersrecord van 111.800 dollar nabij. Een duidelijke aanleiding voor de koersstijging deze week is er niet, maar de rust op de financiële markten en structurele aankopen door bedrijven – groot én klein – zorgen voor een stevige ondergrond. Ethereum presteert opvallend beter dan Bitcoin en daar speelt een ander verhaal op de achtergrond. Want er is beweging in ETF-land. De succesvolle beleggingsproducten voor Bitcoin en Ethereum krijgen mogelijk gezelschap van soortgelijke fondsen voor altcoins. Analisten van Bloomberg achten de kans op goedkeuring voor ETF’s rond onder andere Litecoin en Solana op 90 procent, nog dit jaar. Ook XRP, Dogecoin, Cardano, Polkadot, HBAR en Avalanche maken kans. De Amerikaanse beurswaakhond SEC zou deze projecten behandelen als ‘commodity’ in plaats van ‘security’. Dat betekent minder zware regelgeving en opent de deur voor bredere adoptie. Toch leidde het nieuws niet overal tot koersstijgingen. Alleen Solana veerde zichtbaar op, al staat de munt nog ver onder het niveau van enkele maanden geleden. Ethereum zelf kreeg ook een boost, doordat de SEC vermoedelijk ‘staking’ goedkeurt voor de ETF’s. Dit mechanisme is essentieel voor het functioneren van het netwerk, vergelijkbaar met mining bij Bitcoin, en levert rendement op. Daarmee zouden beleggers in de Ethereum ETF straks mogelijk een jaarlijkse ‘yield’ ontvangen. Dat maakt de producten aantrekkelijker voor institutionele partijen die op zoek zijn naar rendement binnen risicovolle beleggingscategorieën. Ook stablecoins maken vaart, met nieuws uit de hoek van grote techbedrijven. Apple werkt aan een samenwerking met USDC-uitgever Circle, Airbnb kijkt naar een integratie via Worldpay, en X (voorheen Twitter) onderzoekt opties met fintechbedrijf Stripe. Daarmee lijkt Big Tech zich steeds nadrukkelijker te positioneren rond digitaal geld. Circle zelf is sinds vorige week beursgenoteerd. Het aandeel opende op 31 dollar, maar is inmiddels verdrievoudigd in waarde. Daarmee wordt het bedrijf, dat zich volledig richt op stablecoins, gewaardeerd op ruim 25 miljard dollar. Transparantie en regelconformiteit zijn kernwaarden van het bedrijf, dat zich daarmee onderscheidt van concurrent Tether. Deze week in de CryptocastEen gesprek met Pim Swart en Remy van der Nagel over een Hyperliquid, een nieuw decentraal handelsplatform. Dat wint snel aan populariteit en de koers van de bijbehorende coin gaat ook rap. Sinds april van 10 dollar naar ruim 40 dollar opgelopen. Hyperliquid zou zomaar kunnen uitgroeien tot één van de supersterren van deze cryptocyclus, maar dan moet het wel zijn enorm ambitieuze beloftes waarmaken. Met Daniël Mol bespreken we elke week de stand van de cryptomarkt. Luister live donderdagochtend rond 8:50 in De Ochtendspits, of wanneer je wilt via bnr.nl/podcast/cryptocastSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Robert Bench – former Fed official, USDC co-creator, and now founder of Radius – joins to unpack the real story behind Project Hamilton and the Fed's digital dollar pivot. He explains why CBDCs became politically radioactive, how stablecoins are replacing the card networks, and why America must act fast or lose the future of money to China. Plus: how Radius plans to disrupt AdWords with scalable payments infrastructure—and more. Enjoy! __ Follow Robert: https://x.com/RkBench Follow Felix: https://x.com/fejau_inc Follow Forward Guidance: https://twitter.com/ForwardGuidance Follow Blockworks: https://twitter.com/Blockworks_ Forward Guidance Telegram: https://t.me/+CAoZQpC-i6BjYTEx Forward Guidance Newsletter: https://blockworks.co/newsletter/forwardguidance — Join us at Permissionless IV June 24th - 26th. Use code FG10 for 10% OFF! https://blockworks.co/event/permissionless-iv __ Ledger, the world leader in digital asset security for consumers and enterprises, proudly sponsors Forward Guidance, where traditional finance meets crypto. As Ledger celebrates a decade of securing 20% of the world's crypto assets, it offers a secure gateway for those entering digital finance. Buy a LEDGER™ device today and protect your assets with top-tier security technology. Buy now on https://Ledger.com. Arkham is a crypto exchange and a blockchain analytics platform. Arkham allows crypto traders and investors to look inside the wallets of the best traders, largest funds and most influential players in crypto, and then act on that information. Sign up to Arkham: https://auth.arkm.com/register?ref=blockworks Eligibility varies by jurisdiction. Users residing in certain jurisdictions will be excluded from onboarding. — Timestamps: (00:00) Introduction (01:59) Circle & Stablecoin Innovations (08:42) Ads (Ledger, Arkham) (10:00) Building CBDCs (20:47) Unpacking the CBDC Pushback (25:36) Where Stablecoins Stand Today (32:05) MMFs & Stablecoin Yields (32:59) Ads (Ledger, Arkham) (34:36) MMFs & Stablecoin Yields (38:33) Innovating Payments & Attention Economy (52:10) Stablecoin Endgame (58:28) Final Thoughts __ Disclaimer: Nothing said on Forward Guidance 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 opinions, not financial advice. Hosts and guests may hold positions in the companies, funds, or projects discussed. #Macro #Investing #Markets #ForwardGuidance

Privy announces that it's being acquired by Stripe. Circle CCTP V2 goes live on World Chain. And Pistachio launches its mobile Ethereum wallet. Read more: https://ethdaily.io/718 Disclaimer: Content is for informational purposes only, not endorsement or investment advice. The accuracy of information is not guaranteed.

LIVE today at 2pm PT, on this episode of Trader Merlin we're answering your question: What's the story behind Circle Internet Group's blockbuster IPO? We'll break down CRCL price action amid the surge, unpack stablecoin regulation, and explore what yours truly calls the “digital assets roadmap” unfolding now. Circle's IPO performance: Shares soared as much as 260% in just three days, hitting around $138— a gain of 345% over its $31 debut . We'll analyze who's buying, what's driving it, and whether it's sustainable. USDC & regulation: With stablecoin debates heating up—especially around banking exposure and Fed oversight—we'll explore where Circle stands in the reshaping crypto landscape. Digital asset roadmap: What's next for USDC, DeFi integration, and how this IPO signals institutional adoption for crypto? ⚡ But we're not stopping there! We'll also dive into the Elon Musk vs. President Trump feud—how their clash could influence tech stocks, EV subsidies, and crypto sentiment . Finally, we'll hit the charts hard with today's price action and key technical levels to watch.

Rekt co-founders OSF and Mando, also the author of the Mando Minutes newsletter, are back to discuss the biggest narratives and themes driving cryptocurrencies right now. They discuss the USDC stablecoin-issuer Circle going public, Pump.fun launching its own token, memecoin weakness, what the best trades are right now, and HYPE's outperformance, and much more. Later in the show, they are joined by Arch Public's CEO Tillman Holloway and co-founder Andrew Parish. Recorded on June 5, 2025. Check out Arch Public's algorithmic trading platform for free at https://realvision.com/arch

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Discover details about the Circle IPO. Are you investing well for financial freedom...or not? Financial freedom is a combination of money, compounding and time (my McT Formula). How well you invest, makes a huge difference to your financial future and lifestyle. If you only knew where to invest for the long-term, what a difference it would make, because the difference between investing $100k and earning 5 percent or 10 percent on your money over 30 years, is the difference between it growing to $432,194 or $1,744,940, an increase of over $1.3 million dollars. Your compounding rate, and how well you invest, matters!  INTERESTED IN THE BE WEALTHY & SMART VIP EXPERIENCE? - Invest in stock ETFs, private equity and digital assets for potential high compounding rates - Asset allocation model with ticker symbols and % to invest -Monthly LIVE investment webinars with Linda, with Q & A -Private VIP Facebook group with daily interaction -Weekly investment commentary from Linda -Optional 1-on-1 tech team support for digital assets -Join, pay once, have lifetime access! NO recurring fees. -US and foreign investors, no minimum $ amount to invest For a limited time, enjoy a 50% savings on my private investing group, the Be Wealthy & Smart VIP Experience. Pay once and enjoy lifetime access without any additional cost. Enter "SAVE50" to save 50% here: http://tinyurl.com/InvestingVIP Or have a complimentary conversation to answer your questions. Request a free appointment to talk with Linda here: https://tinyurl.com/TalkWithLinda (yes, you talk to Linda!). WANT HELP AVOIDING IRS AUDITS? #Ad Stop worrying about IRS audits and get advance warning at Crypto Tax Audit, here. PLEASE REVIEW THE PODCAST ON ITUNES If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and leave a review. I love hearing from you! I so appreciate it! SUBSCRIBE TO BE WEALTHY & SMART Click Here to Subscribe Via iTunes Click Here to Subscribe Via Stitcher on an Android Device Click Here to Subscribe Via RSS Feed   PLEASE LEAVE A BOOK REVIEW FOR THE CRYPTO INVESTING BOOK Get my book, "3 Steps to Quantum Wealth: The Wealth Heiress' Guide to Financial Freedom by Investing in Cryptocurrencies". After you purchase the book, go here for your Crypto Book bonus: https://lindapjones.com/bookbonus PLEASE LEAVE A BOOK REVIEW FOR WEALTH BOOK Leave a book review on Amazon here. Get my book, “You're Already a Wealth Heiress, Now Think and Act Like One: 6 Practical Steps to Make It a Reality Now!” Men love it too! After all, you are Wealth Heirs. :) Available for purchase on Amazon. International buyers (if you live outside of the US) get my book here. WANT MORE FROM LINDA? Check out her programs. Join her on Instagram. WEALTH LIBRARY OF PODCASTS Listen to the full wealth library of podcasts from the beginning. Use the search bar in the upper right corner of the page to search topics. SPECIAL DEALS #Ad Apply for a Gemini credit card and get FREE XRP back (or any crypto you choose) when you use the card. Charge $3000 in first 90 days and earn $200 in crypto rewards when you use this link to apply and are approved: https://tinyurl.com/geminixrp This is a credit card, NOT a debit card. There are great rewards. Set your choice to EARN FREE XRP! #Ad Protect yourself online with a Virtual Private Network (VPN). Get 3 MONTHS FREE when you sign up for a NORD VPN plan here.  #Ad To safely and securely store crypto, I recommend using a Tangem wallet. Get a 10% discount when you purchase here. #Ad If you are looking to simplify your crypto tax reporting, use Koinly. It is highly recommended and so easy for tax reporting. You can save $20, click here. Be Wealthy & Smart,™ is a personal finance show with self-made millionaire Linda P. Jones, America's Wealth Mentor.™ Learn simple steps that make a big difference to your financial freedom.  (Some links are affiliate links. There is no additional cost to you.)

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Mauricio Di Bartolomeo is the Co-Founder of Ledn, a pioneer in the fast-growing Bitcoin-Backed Loans category. Ledn provides a secure and transparent way to access liquidity while maintaining your Bitcoin holdings. Why you should listen Ledn.io is a financial services platform that provides Bitcoin and digital asset-backed loans and savings products. Founded in 2018, Ledn specializes in offering secure, transparent, and regulation-conscious financial tools for cryptocurrency holders. It allows users to earn interest on their Bitcoin and USDC holdings or access liquidity through Bitcoin-backed loans without having to sell their assets. The company operates under strict financial regulations and emphasizes transparency, including regular third-party attestations of client asset balances. One of Ledn's flagship products is its Bitcoin-backed loan, which enables users to borrow USDC or USD against their Bitcoin at competitive interest rates, while maintaining ownership of their crypto. Ledn also offers a Bitcoin and USDC savings account, where clients can earn compounding interest paid monthly. The platform distinguishes itself through its security-first approach, with assets held in institutional-grade custody via BitGo Trust Company, a qualified custodian regulated in the U.S. This custody structure gives clients additional protection and reassurance in an industry often plagued by custodial risk. Ledn has raised significant venture funding from prominent investors including Coinbase Ventures, Kingsway Capital, and White Star Capital, signaling confidence in its business model. With a growing customer base in Latin America and other regions, Ledn continues to expand its product offerings while remaining committed to regulatory compliance and user-focused innovation in the Bitcoin finance space. Supporting links Stabull Finance Ledn Andy on Twitter  Brave New Coin on Twitter Brave New Coin If you enjoyed the show please subscribe to the Crypto Conversation and give us a 5-star rating and a positive review in whatever podcast app you are using.

Ethereum co-founder Joe Lubin has revealed that a conversation with Michael Saylor sparked his decision to launch a new investment firm focused on ETH accumulation. Meanwhile, JP Morgan is making questionable analysis about Ethereum while covertly building on top of it.~This Episode is Sponsored By Coinbase~ Buy $50 & Get $50 for getting started on Coinbase➜ https://bit.ly/CBARRON00:00 intro00:14 Sponsor: Coinbase00:35 GENIUS Act This Week01:06 Event Timeline01:41 Credit Card Act vs Banks03:29 M2 Money Supply03:46 Stablecoin Growth04:15 Stablecoin DeFi Yields04:39 Ethereum & Uniswap Hearing05:18 Circle IPO: Stay Away?05:50 JP Morgan Analyst FAIL06:59 Don't Listen to JP Morgan07:24 Jamie Dimon bullish on blockchain08:11 Onyx x Axelar x Avalanche08:54 Fusaka Upgrade Incoming09:23 Fusaka revenue effects10:26 7 Months For Upgrades To Take Effect10:59 Supply Shock?11:16 Consumer Survey11:29 Tether Gold11:48 Peter Schiff: Tokenized Gold vs Bitcoin13:00 Bitcoin Early?13:56 Strategic BET on Ethereum14:18 Sharplink Gaming $SBET Stock15:17 Shorts Increasing?15:53 $SBET Chart16:27 Tokenized Stocks on Ethereum Soon17:28 outro#ethereum #Crypto #bitcoin~Ethereum Strategy

Watch this episode on YouTube.2025 is the year of stablecoins. Transaction volumes have grown to over $33 trillion in the past 12 months. The top Dollar-denominated stablecoins are the 17th largest holder of US treasuries globally. Tether, issuer the largest stablecoin by volume, USDT, announced $13 billion in net profit in 2024. Circle, the USDC issuer, is going public.But what got the hype train going was Stripe's acquisition of the startup Bridge for $1.1 billion.And all of Bridge's product market fit is coming from emerging markets and outside the US. But why? This is the first episode in The Flip's new human-first series on stablecoin adoption from the rest of the world. Stablecoins are solving everyday problems for people in markets where there's import deficits, currency devaluation, insufficient banking infrastructure, and more. This series will bring to life these conditions and humanize the onchain data. 00:00 - Intro01:15 - Zach Abrams - Bridge02:35 - Stablecoin adoption03:27 - All of Bridge's product market fit comes from outside the US05:19 - Why do people want stablecoins?08:42 - Subscribe!Our Links -

Discover why the Circle IPO is near. Are you investing well for financial freedom...or not? Financial freedom is a combination of money, compounding and time (my McT Formula). How well you invest, makes a huge difference to your financial future and lifestyle. If you only knew where to invest for the long-term, what a difference it would make, because the difference between investing $100k and earning 5 percent or 10 percent on your money over 30 years, is the difference between it growing to $432,194 or $1,744,940, an increase of over $1.3 million dollars. Your compounding rate, and how well you invest, matters!  INTERESTED IN THE BE WEALTHY & SMART VIP EXPERIENCE? - Invest in stock ETFs, private equity and digital assets for potential high compounding rates - Asset allocation model with ticker symbols and % to invest -Monthly LIVE investment webinars with Linda, with Q & A -Private VIP Facebook group with daily interaction -Weekly investment commentary from Linda -Optional 1-on-1 tech team support for digital assets -Join, pay once, have lifetime access! NO recurring fees. -US and foreign investors, no minimum $ amount to invest For a limited time, enjoy a 50% savings on my private investing group, the Be Wealthy & Smart VIP Experience. Pay once and enjoy lifetime access without any additional cost. Enter "SAVE50" to save 50% here: http://tinyurl.com/InvestingVIP Or have a complimentary conversation to answer your questions. Request a free appointment to talk with Linda here: https://tinyurl.com/TalkWithLinda (yes, you talk to Linda!). WANT HELP AVOIDING IRS AUDITS? #Ad Stop worrying about IRS audits and get advance warning at Crypto Tax Audit, here. PLEASE REVIEW THE PODCAST ON ITUNES If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and leave a review. I love hearing from you! I so appreciate it! SUBSCRIBE TO BE WEALTHY & SMART Click Here to Subscribe Via iTunes Click Here to Subscribe Via Stitcher on an Android Device Click Here to Subscribe Via RSS Feed   PLEASE LEAVE A BOOK REVIEW FOR THE CRYPTO INVESTING BOOK Get my book, "3 Steps to Quantum Wealth: The Wealth Heiress' Guide to Financial Freedom by Investing in Cryptocurrencies". After you purchase the book, go here for your Crypto Book bonus: https://lindapjones.com/bookbonus PLEASE LEAVE A BOOK REVIEW FOR WEALTH BOOK Leave a book review on Amazon here. Get my book, “You're Already a Wealth Heiress, Now Think and Act Like One: 6 Practical Steps to Make It a Reality Now!” Men love it too! After all, you are Wealth Heirs. :) Available for purchase on Amazon. International buyers (if you live outside of the US) get my book here. WANT MORE FROM LINDA? Check out her programs. Join her on Instagram. WEALTH LIBRARY OF PODCASTS Listen to the full wealth library of podcasts from the beginning. Use the search bar in the upper right corner of the page to search topics. SPECIAL DEALS #Ad Apply for a Gemini credit card and get FREE XRP back (or any crypto you choose) when you use the card. Charge $3000 in first 90 days and earn $200 in crypto rewards when you use this link to apply and are approved: https://tinyurl.com/geminixrp This is a credit card, NOT a debit card. There are great rewards. Set your choice to EARN FREE XRP! #Ad Protect yourself online with a Virtual Private Network (VPN). Get 3 MONTHS FREE when you sign up for a NORD VPN plan here.  #Ad To safely and securely store crypto, I recommend using a Tangem wallet. Get a 10% discount when you purchase here. #Ad If you are looking to simplify your crypto tax reporting, use Koinly. It is highly recommended and so easy for tax reporting. You can save $20, click here. Be Wealthy & Smart,™ is a personal finance show with self-made millionaire Linda P. Jones, America's Wealth Mentor.™ Learn simple steps that make a big difference to your financial freedom.  (Some links are affiliate links. There is no additional cost to you.)

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Shoot us a Text.Episode #1055: Today we cover Stellantis' new CEO facing a storm of tariffs and dealer tensions, GM's surprising pivot back to big V-8s, and DeLorean's futuristic EV launch… that's more crypto maze than car.Show Notes with links:After a six-month search, Stellantis has named Antonio Filosa as its new CEO. With more than 25 years in the industry and leadership experience across Brazil, North America, and global roles, Filosa is stepping in as the company faces pressure on multiple fronts.Filosa starts as CEO on June 23, replacing Carlos Tavares after his December resignation.Currently COO for the Americas and global chief quality officer, he's credited with restoring confidence internally.Challenges include reversing a 10% Q1 shipment drop, regaining dealer trust, and addressing a potential $7.1B hit from Trump's proposed 25% tariffs.Filosa has reinstalled key leadership—bringing back Ram's Tim Kuniskis and U.S. sales head Jeff Kommor—to stabilize operations.“One of my first decisions has been to bring back talents that we lost in the past,” Filosa told reporters in January.The EV slowdown has prompted General Motors to double down on internal combustion, shelving a $300 million plan for EV motors at its Tonawanda, NY plant and instead committing a massive $888 million to next-gen V-8 engine production.The site will continue producing Gen 5 V-8s while ramping up for Gen 6 engines by 2027.New engines will feature performance-boosting and emission-cutting innovations.Investment includes machinery, tooling, and facility upgrades—the largest ever for a GM engine plant.New York Governor Kathy Hochul said the project will support 870 jobs at Tonawanda Propulsion, including 177 jobs deemed at risk“This investment shows the company's commitment to strengthening American manufacturing,” said CEO Mary Barra.The DeLorean Alpha5 EV promised a high-tech return to the future, but it's now stuck in development limbo, with no production timeline or pricing—and buyers are being asked to reserve with cryptocurrency and NFTs.Reservations require $2,500 in USDC crypto via a specialized Slush Wallet and purchase of an NFT.No refunds are offered—buyers can resell their spot in line to recoup funds.Fewer than 600 reservations have been made, with some resale spots priced up to $40,000.The Alpha5, if it arrives, will offer 300+ miles of range and sub-3-second 0-60 performance.Join Paul J Daly and Kyle Mountsier every morning for the Automotive State of the Union podcast as they connect the dots across car dealerships, retail trends, emerging tech like AI, and cultural shifts—bringing clarity, speed, and people-first insight to automotive leaders navigating a rapidly changing industry.Get the Daily Push Back email at https://www.asotu.com/ JOIN the conversation on LinkedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/company/asotu/

In a major breakthrough for crypto legislation, the U.S. Senate voted 66-32 to advance the Genius Act—marking the most significant step yet toward stablecoin regulation. NLW breaks down what flipped Democratic support, why Elizabeth Warren fought to the bitter end, and what's next as the bill moves toward a final vote. Plus, Circle is reportedly exploring a $5B sale instead of going public, raising new questions about the future of USDC, its partnership with Coinbase, and the impact of looming regulation. 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