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 podcast episode analyzes the LIBRA token scandal, a recent cryptocurrency event involving alleged price manipulation and insider trading. The hosts and guests discuss the incident's unfolding, its implications for the memecoin market and Solana blockchain, and broader regulatory concerns within the crypto space. ...
This Unchained podcast episode interviews Dio Casares, a crypto trader, about the controversial LIBRA memecoin launched in Argentina, allegedly with the promotion of President Milei. The discussion details how insiders, including groups like Kelsier Ventures, Jupiter, and Meteora, allegedly manipulated the launch for ...
This Unchained podcast episode interviews Jeff Dorman, discussing the disconnect between positive crypto market fundamentals and negative retail investor sentiment. The conversation explores the impact of memecoin losses on overall sentiment, contrasting it with the bullish outlook of professional investors and the po...
This podcast episode discusses the recent downturn in the cryptocurrency market, focusing on the underperformance of new crypto launches like Berachain. The panelists analyze the reasons behind Berachain's failure, attributing it to factors such as oversupply to VCs, complicated mechanics, and a lack of market appetit...
This podcast discusses the impact of Trump's proposed tariffs on the market, focusing on the reactions of crypto and traditional finance. The discussion moves through analysis of market responses to tariffs, the state of the crypto market (particularly Ethereum and Solana), and the implications of various meme coin pr...
This Unchained podcast episode discusses the future of decentralized finance (DeFi) with Stani Kulechov (Aave Labs) and Rune Christensen (Sky, formerly Maker). The conversation covers recent accomplishments of Aave and Sky, including Aave's growth to $34 billion in net deposits and Sky's rebranding and USDS stablecoin...
This Unchained podcast episode interviews Mike Lempres, former Silvergate Bank chairman, about the bank's experience with the crypto industry and its eventual liquidation. The conversation covers Silvergate's unique business model, its reliance on the Silvergate Exchange Network (SEN), and the significant deposit draw...
This Choppin' Block podcast episode analyzes the recent crypto market crash triggered by Trump's tariff announcements, focusing on the disproportionate impact on altcoins versus Bitcoin. The panelists discuss the role of market sentiment, the rise of memecoins and their impact on market liquidity, and the potential im...
This podcast episode discusses the economic implications of President Trump's newly implemented tariffs on Mexico, Canada, and China. The panel, comprised of financial experts, debated the potential short-term and long-term effects on the US and global economies, with differing opinions on whether the tariffs would be...
This Unchained podcast episode discusses the Move programming language and its potential to revolutionize smart contract development in the crypto space. The interview features Rushi Manche, co-founder of Movement Labs, and Olaf Carlson-Wee, CEO of Polychain Capital, who explain how Move addresses the speed and securi...
This panel discussion-style podcast centers on the internal conflict and perceived shortcomings within the Ethereum Foundation. The hosts, industry insiders, discuss the recent controversy sparked by comments suggesting the Foundation's aversion to competition, followed by an analysis of the resulting community backl...
This Unchained podcast episode features an interview with Jameson Lopp, co-founder and CSO of CASA, discussing the alarming rise of "wrench attacks"—physical assaults targeting crypto holders to extort funds. The interview begins with a discussion of a recent high-profile kidnapping in France, highlighting the increas...
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...
This interview podcast features Laura Shin interviewing Chris Dixon, managing partner of A16z crypto, the day after President Trump signed an executive order prioritizing crypto. The conversation covers the impact of previous administrations' regulatory approaches on the crypto industry, focusing on the negative effec...
This panel discussion on the "Choppin' Block" podcast centers on the evolving landscape of cryptocurrency policy under the new Trump administration. The hosts discuss recent executive orders, including the creation of a presidential working group on digital assets and the rescission of previous policies. The conversa...
This Unchained podcast episode features an interview with Vivek Raman, founder and CEO of Etherealize, a company focused on driving institutional adoption of Ethereum. The interview begins with Laura Shin outlining recent challenges faced by Ethereum and then delves into Etherealize's mission to bridge the gap between...
This panel discussion podcast centers on the immediate aftermath of Donald Trump launching a memecoin called "Trump," along with his wife Melania's subsequent launch of "Melania." The hosts, all crypto industry insiders, discuss the event's chronology, market impact (including record-breaking Solana transaction volumes...
This panel discussion-style podcast centers on the recent launch of Trump-branded memecoins on the Solana blockchain and its implications for the crypto market. The hosts and guests, experts in finance and cryptocurrency, analyze the event's rapid market impact, the role of disbelief rallies, and the involvement of key...
This Unchained podcast episode features an interview with Lyn Alden, a financial analyst, discussing the impact of the Trump meme coin launch on the crypto market and broader geopolitical implications. The conversation covers Alden's negative view on meme coins, the potential for less aggressive crypto regulation und...
This Unchained podcast episode features an interview with Sota Watanabe, director of Soneium, a Layer 2 Ethereum blockchain developed by Sony. The discussion centers on Soneium's launch, its unique focus on the entertainment industry, and the controversy surrounding its blocking of certain memecoins due to IP infringe...
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