Crypto assets and blockchain technology are about to transform every trust-based interaction of our lives, from financial services to identity to the Internet of Things. In this podcast, host Laura Shin, an independent journalist covering all things crypto, talks with industry pioneers about how crypto assets and blockchains will change the way we earn, spend and invest our money. Tune in to find out how Web 3.0, the decentralized web, will revolutionize our world.
Polygon is shifting to become a U.S. regulated payments platform by acquiring Coin.me and Sequence, aiming to move all money on-chain. Polygon will focus on becoming a sector-specific chain centered on payments, offering an API that simplifies money movement for fintechs, banks, and enterprises. The acquisition of Coin...
The podcast explores the shifting dynamics of global finance, particularly the roles of gold and Bitcoin in a changing world order. Vinny Lingham discusses his new gold-backed stablecoin, Zash, designed to reward users and provide a hedge against economic instability, while expressing skepticism about Bitcoin's current...
The podcast explores the collision of crypto and macroeconomics, focusing on the Federal Reserve's independence and the potential inflationary and deflationary impacts of AI. The discussion covers the political pressures on the Fed, with Trump's administration potentially influencing monetary policy for midterm gains. ...
The podcast analyzes the implications of recent regulatory developments in the crypto space, particularly focusing on a new markup of crypto market structure legislation and Tether's freezing of $182 million in USDT. It highlights the growing concern around issuer-level control and the potential trade-offs between regu...
The podcast explores the implications of stablecoins in international politics, particularly in Venezuela, where they are used to circumvent sanctions. The discussion covers the Contigo scandal, highlighting the moral and legal quandaries of enabling dollar access in sanctioned countries, and the role of stablecoins in...
The podcast explores Venezuela's relationship with Bitcoin and crypto, questioning rumors of the Maduro regime holding $60 billion in Bitcoin. Mauricio de Bartolomeo disputes this, citing corruption and lack of evidence, while Jorge Girasati emphasizes crypto's potential to rebuild Venezuela's destroyed financial syste...
The podcast explores the complexities of DAO governance, using Aave's recent dispute over fee redirection and brand asset ownership as a case study. The discussion highlights the tension between Aave Labs and the DAO, questioning who should control revenue and strategic assets. Speakers examine the need for clarity and...
The podcast explores the intersection of traditional finance (TradFi) and decentralized finance (DeFi) through several key topics. It begins with a discussion of Canton Network adding Nasdaq as a super validator, questioning whether this move signals progress or dependence on TradFi validation. The conversation then sh...
The discussion centers on predictions for the crypto market in 2026, particularly regarding Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Solana. The panelists debate whether the traditional four-year cycle is dead, leaning towards its obsolescence due to recent market behavior. Macroeconomic factors, geopolitical events, and the potential i...
The hosts of the podcast "Chopping Block" review the biggest winners, losers, surprises, and memes of 2025 in the crypto space, and make predictions for 2026. Winners include equity-based crypto companies benefiting from regulatory clarity and prediction markets like PolyMarket. Losers encompass altcoins, Gary Gensler'...
The podcast analyzes the geopolitical and economic implications of the U.S. military action in Venezuela, particularly its effects on Bitcoin, energy markets, and U.S. foreign policy. The discussion highlights how the action signals a shift towards a more transactional and interventionist U.S. approach in Latin America...
In this episode of Unchained, host Laura Shin interviews Jason Pagoulatos, head of markets at Delphi Digital, and later Jordan Yeakley, DeFi research lead at Delphi Digital, about Delphi Digital's 2026 predictions. Jason discusses the potential invalidation of the four-year crypto cycle due to shifting macro conditions...
In this episode of Choppin' Block, Haseeb, Tarun, and Robert (though Robert is mostly absent) delve into current crypto dramas. They dissect the "DAO civil war" within Aave, discussing the conflict between Aave Labs and the Aave DAO over IP control and revenue streams, and debate the fairness and implications of Aave L...
In this episode of "Bits and Bips," Austin Campbell, Chris Perkins, and John D'Agostino engage in a spirited discussion, offering predictions for 2026 related to cryptocurrency, stablecoins, and the broader financial and political landscape. They delve into topics such as the potential for major brands to launch their ...
In this episode of Unchained, Laura Shin hosts Gwart and Doug Colkitt to review the second half of 2025 in crypto, starting with the GENIUS Act and its impact on stablecoins, including the inability to directly pass along yield to users. They discuss the Pump ICO, its initial hype, and subsequent disappointment, as wel...
Laura Shin hosts Gwart and Doug Colkitt to humorously review major crypto events of 2025. They discuss Trump and Melania's memecoins, Hayden Davis's Libra coin launch, and the Bybit hack involving DPRK developers. They also cover Trump's endorsement of XRP and Cardano, the Lighthouse Crypto Summit, Hyperliquid's succes...
In this holiday edition of "Dex in the City," the hosts and guests discuss the evolving landscape of crypto, addressing a viral article that declares "crypto is dead" and debating whether the industry is converging with traditional finance (TradFi). They explore the shift from a crypto-centric world to one where crypto...
In this episode of Unchained, host Laura Shin interviews Pablo Sabbatella and Isaac Patka from the Security Alliance (SEAL) about the current state of crypto security and how to protect crypto assets. They discuss the shift from smart contract hacks to operational security issues and social engineering attacks, includi...
In this episode of Bits and Bips, Chris Perkins hosts Ram Ahluwalia and John Wu to discuss the current state and future prospects of the crypto market, especially in light of Bitcoin's performance and the emergence of competing investment narratives. They explore factors influencing market momentum, including regulator...
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