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.
In this episode of "Chopping Broccoli," Haseeb Qureshi, along with Robert Leshner, Tom Schmidt, and Tarun Chitra, delve into various topics within the crypto industry. They begin by discussing the rise and fall of James Wynn, a meme coin trader, and debate the transparency of decentralized exchanges like Hyperliquid. T...
In this episode of Bits and Bips, James Seyffart, Joe McCann, Noelle Acheson, and Ram Ahluwalia discuss the Bitcoin conference in Vegas, the trend of crypto treasury companies, and the complexities surrounding staking ETFs. They delve into macro topics such as geopolitical tensions, trade dynamics, and the potential im...
In this episode of Unchained, host Laura Shin interviews Jeff Park, Head of Alpha Strategies at Bitwise, about his "Radical Portfolio Theory," which challenges the traditional 60-40 investment model. Park argues that the traditional model is outdated due to factors like unstable financial foundations, the changing natu...
In this episode of Unchained, Laura Shin interviews Cosmo Jiang from Pantera Capital about the trend of crypto treasury companies. They discuss the reasons behind the emergence of these companies, including the strong market appetite for crypto-related equities and regulatory clarity. Cosmo explains the different struc...
In this episode of The Chopping Block, Haseeb, Tom, Robert, and Tarun discuss recent crypto events, including the Sui hack and the freezing of hacker accounts, sparking a debate on centralization versus decentralization. They analyze the philosophical implications and community reactions, comparing it to the Ethereum D...
In this episode of Unchained, Laura Shin hosts Tom Dunleavy and Austin Federa to debate the relevance of REV (revenue) as a key metric for valuing blockchains. The discussion covers the definition of REV, including transaction fees, MEV, and protocol incentives, and whether out-of-protocol payments like JITO tips shoul...
In this episode of Unchained, Laura Shin interviews Austin Campbell about the potential U.S. stablecoin bill and its controversial provision to ban yield-bearing stablecoins. Campbell argues that this ban, driven by lobbying from banking associations, is misguided and anti-competitive, favoring large financial institut...
In this episode of "Bits and Bips," James Seyffart hosts Alex Kruger, Noelle Acheson, and Ram Ahluwalia to discuss the latest in crypto and macroeconomics. The panel analyzes Moody's downgrade of U.S. government debt, its potential impact on markets, and differing views on whether it's bullish for crypto. They delve in...
In this episode of Unchained, Laura Shin interviews Linda Xie, Developer Ecosystem Lead at Farcaster, about her journey into crypto, starting with her early interest in Bitcoin and her experiences at Coinbase, where she worked on regulatory compliance. Linda discusses her transition to venture capital with Scalar Capit...
This episode explores the Coinbase data breach, where cybercriminals bribed customer service agents in India to extort $20 million, affecting 84,000 accounts. The discussion begins with the panelists agreeing that such incidents are recurring, highlighting the human element as the weakest link in security. Against the ...
This episode explores the manipulative practices in crypto market structures, focusing on the lack of knowledge among retail investors and the incentives for exchanges and market makers to exploit this gap. Mosi details how projects with tightly controlled token supplies and poor transparency can artificially inflate t...
This episode explores the complex interplay of macroeconomics, geopolitical strategy, and the evolving landscape of crypto assets, particularly focusing on the implications of potential trade deals and policy shifts under a Trump administration. Against the backdrop of fluctuating market reactions to tariff announcemen...
This episode explores the complexities of market making in crypto, particularly in light of a recent scandal involving alleged pump and dump schemes, emphasizing the need for greater transparency and ethical practices. Against the backdrop of the Movement token controversy, the discussion pivots to the fundamental role...
This episode explores the controversy surrounding Movement Labs' market-making agreement with Web3Port, highlighting the agreement's unusual structure and incentives that led to the CEO's dismissal and industry-wide concerns. Against the backdrop of this scandal, the discussion pivots to the broader implications for ma...
This episode explores the reasons behind the stall of the GENIUS Act, a stablecoin bill, in the Senate, featuring insights from Kristin Smith, CEO of the Blockchain Association, and Amanda Tuminelli, Executive Director and CLO of the DeFi Education Fund. The discussion begins by clarifying that the Senate vote was on a...
This episode explores the implications of Coinbase's acquisition of Deribit, the largest M&A deal in crypto history, and its potential impact on the crypto market. Owen Lau, executive director and senior analyst at Oppenheimer, discusses how the acquisition positions Coinbase to challenge international players by offer...
This episode explores the collision of crypto and macroeconomics, focusing on tariffs, stablecoin regulation, and the future of Ethereum. Against the backdrop of recent market rallies and potential economic slowdowns, the panel debates the impact of Trump's tariff policies, with varying views on their coherence and eff...
This episode explores Ethereum's recent changes and their potential impact on the price of ETH, featuring insights from Tarun Chitra and Max Resnick. The discussion begins with an analysis of Ethereum's main problems, with Tarun highlighting the network's unique decision to give away a significant portion of its econom...
This episode explores the controversial launch of the MOVE token and the subsequent revelations about market manipulation uncovered by Coindesk's Sam Kessler. Against the backdrop of the Coinbase delisting of the token, Kessler details his investigation, which revealed contracts showing a market-making agreement betwe...
This episode explores the interplay between macroeconomic events and the cryptocurrency market, particularly focusing on Bitcoin. Against the backdrop of fluctuating markets and President Trump's trade policies, the panelists analyze the impact of tariffs on various sectors, noting that market reactions influence Trump...
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