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.
This episode explores the emergence of Twenty One Capital, a new Bitcoin holding company formed by Tether, SoftBank, and Cantor Fitzgerald, and its implications for the cryptocurrency market. Against the backdrop of MicroStrategy's pioneering Bitcoin treasury strategy, the panelists analyze Twenty One's potential appro...
This episode explores the recent trends and controversies in the cryptocurrency market, focusing on several key phenomena. Against the backdrop of MicroStrategy's Bitcoin acquisition strategy, the panel discusses the emergence of similar ventures, such as 21 Capital, and analyzes the potential market impact and risks ...
This episode explores the burgeoning trend of publicly traded companies accumulating Bitcoin as a core asset strategy, focusing on the newly formed Twenty One venture involving Tether, SoftBank, and Cantor Fitzgerald. Against the backdrop of numerous firms following the MicroStrategy model, Twenty One's launch—with an...
This episode explores the evolving nature of Bitcoin and its relationship to the broader cryptocurrency market, particularly against the backdrop of current macroeconomic uncertainty. The panelists discuss Bitcoin's recent decoupling from altcoins, with some suggesting it's increasingly viewed as a safe haven asset si...
This episode explores the interplay between crypto markets and macroeconomic factors, particularly in light of the potential impact of US trade policies. Against the backdrop of escalating trade tensions and the threat of a potential change in Fed leadership, the panelists delve into the implications for various asset ...
This episode explores the multifaceted impact of Trump's tariffs and the evolving crypto landscape in Asia, particularly in China, Japan, South Korea, and Hong Kong. Against the backdrop of these tariffs, the discussion analyzes the perception of crypto as a risk-on asset and a potential hedge against economic uncertai...
This episode explores the implications of Base, a Coinbase-affiliated layer-2 blockchain, coining its content on Zora, automatically creating a token for each post. Against the backdrop of the resulting market volatility and accusations of a rug pull, Jesse Pollak, Head of Base and Coinbase Wallet, explains the initia...
This episode explores the intersection of macroeconomic trends and the cryptocurrency market, specifically focusing on the impact of Trump's tariffs and the implications for Bitcoin and altcoins. Against the backdrop of Trump's fluctuating trade policies, the panelists discuss the uncertainty impacting various asset cl...
This episode explores the impact of President Trump's tariff policies on global markets, particularly the US Treasury market and the cryptocurrency market. Against the backdrop of conflicting messages from the White House, the panelists analyze the debate surrounding tariffs, highlighting the lack of clear metrics for ...
This episode explores the impact of fluctuating tariffs on cryptocurrency markets, particularly Bitcoin and other altcoins. Against the backdrop of unpredictable tariff announcements and reversals by the Trump administration, the discussion analyzes the short-term volatility versus long-term bullishness observed in the...
This episode explores the impact of fluctuating market conditions, particularly the imposition and subsequent pausing of tariffs, on the cryptocurrency market. Against the backdrop of this economic uncertainty, the conversation features an interview with Seth Ginns, Managing Partner at CoinFund, who analyzes the market...
This episode explores the impact of recent geopolitical events, specifically the imposition of significant tariffs, on cryptocurrency markets. Against the backdrop of extreme market volatility, the panelists discuss Bitcoin's behavior, noting its correlation with broader market sentiment and the role of institutional i...
This episode explores the market turmoil triggered by the Trump administration's newly announced tariffs. Against the backdrop of significant market declines across various asset classes (S&P 500 down 17%, Q's down 21%, etc.), the panelists delve into the implications of these tariffs, debating whether the current mark...
This episode explores the intersection of macroeconomic trends and cryptocurrency, particularly in light of Trump's "Liberation Day" tariffs. Against the backdrop of these tariffs and their potential impact on the global economy, Arthur Hayes, CIO of Maelstrom, discusses his perspective on the Federal Reserve's likely...
This episode explores the Circle Internet Financial's S-1 filing for its IPO and the subsequent market reaction, featuring an interview with Omar Kanji, a partner at Dragonfly. The discussion begins with an analysis of Circle's financials, highlighting high distribution fees paid to exchanges like Coinbase and Binance...
This episode explores the economic implications of President Trump's announced tariffs, examining their potential impact on various sectors and the overall market. Against the backdrop of declining CEO confidence and reduced capital expenditures, the panelists discuss the market's negative reaction to the announcement,...
This episode explores the evolving landscape of cryptocurrency regulation in the US, featuring an interview with SEC Commissioner Hester Peirce ("CryptoMom"). Against the backdrop of the previous SEC's aggressive enforcement actions under Chair Gensler, Peirce, known for her dissenting opinions, discusses her principle...
This episode explores the evolving role of market makers in the cryptocurrency space, particularly focusing on their practices during and after the 2017-2018 ICO era. Against the backdrop of this historical context, Kain Warwick, founder of Infinex app and Synthetix, details how market makers initially focused on prov...
This episode explores the Hyperliquid DEX's recent crisis, triggered by a massive short squeeze on the low-liquidity meme coin, Jelly Jelly. A trader's deliberate liquidation, exploiting Hyperliquid's HLP (crowdfunded market maker) mechanism, left HLP with a massive short position. Against this backdrop, OKEx and Bin...
This episode explores the controversial events surrounding a series of attacks on Hyperliquid, a decentralized perpetual futures exchange. The discussion centers on a whale manipulating the price of a low-liquidity meme coin, $JELLYJELLY, to trigger liquidations and exploit the Hyperliquid Provider (HLP) vault. More ...
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