This podcast episode explores the recent performance of Bitcoin and the growing institutional interest in cryptocurrency. It discusses the success of BlackRock's Bitcoin ETF and the potential approval of an ETH ETF. The episode also dives into the challenges and progress in Ethereum scaling, including the surge in gas fees and the increasing demand for Blob Space. Additionally, it covers the controversy surrounding the Layer 2 Blast protocol hack and the return of stolen funds. The defense of Sam Bankman-Fried and the latest developments in the crypto industry, such as Google's integration of crypto balances, Coinbase's SEC case, and Kraken's launch of a state-chartered bank, are also discussed. The episode concludes with insights into projects like Succinct and the discussion of controversial coins.
