Bits + Bips: Why Bitcoin Was Strong Amid the DeepSeek Selloff But a Drop May Be Coming - Ep. 774

This panel discussion-style podcast, "Bits and Bips," focuses on the intersection of cryptocurrency and macroeconomic trends. The episode begins with introductions of the hosts and guest, Jim Bianco, a macro analyst. The conversation then shifts to the impact of DeepSeek's AI release on the market, particularly Nvidia's valuation, and the broader implications for AI development and competition between the US and China. Further discussion covers the potential impact on various sectors, including data centers, and the role of government intervention and regulation in the AI and crypto spaces. Finally, the panelists discuss the potential for stablecoins in international transactions and the implications of government involvement in cryptocurrency reserves, concluding with a general consensus against government acquisition of crypto assets beyond Bitcoin.