Unchained
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. Disclosure: I'm a nocoiner.
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Did Washington Crush Crypto’s Most Important Ba...
Did regulators intentionally shut down Silvergate Bank to cut off crypto from the financial system? Silvergate’s former chairman says it was no accident.
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The Chopping Block: LA Vape Cabal, Market Meltd...
Bitcoin vs. Everything: LA Vape Cabal, Altcoin Bleed, and the Future of Crypto Policy – The Chopping Block
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Bits + Bips: How Trump’s Tariffs Are Bullish fo...
Are tariffs actually bullish for Bitcoin? Or is Trump’s economic strategy just another way to pump his own bags?
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Olaf Carlson-Wee and Rushi Manche on Why Move I...
Olaf Carlson-Wee of Polychain Capital and Rushi Manche of Movement Labs discuss how Move, a programming language purpose-built for blockchains, changes the game.
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The Chopping Block: Ethereum’s Civil War, L2 Ta...
Will Ethereum Keep Up? The Rollup Roadmap, Solana’s Growth, and Gensler’s Crypto Exit – The Chopping Block
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Crypto Kidnappings and Physical Attacks Are on ...
After the shocking kidnapping of Ledger co-founder David Balland, many in crypto are asking: How do you truly secure your assets? Jameson Lopp, co-founder of Casa, gives tips on how to protect yourself from physical and digital threats.
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Bits + Bips: Why Bitcoin Was Strong Amid the De...
Jim Bianco joins the show to share his take on the ripple effects of DeepSeek, the next steps for the Fed and the role of stablecoins in disrupting TradFi.
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Chris Dixon on Why We Will Finally See New App ...
According to a16z crypto’s managing partner Chris Dixon, crypto innovation has been stifled by bad policy, but the tide is turning.
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The Chopping Block: Crypto as a Public Good, To...
Is Crypto Still a Public Good? Tornado Cash, Developer Protections, and the SEC’s Pivot – The Chopping Block
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Why Ethereum’s New Marketing Arm Is Convinced W...
The Ethereum community has been experiencing a crisis of confidence on social media—but Vivek Raman, founder of Etherealize, believes the future is brighter than ever.
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The Chopping Block: Trump’s Crypto Shake-Up, So...
Political Grift or Crypto Shift? $Trump, $Melania, & Solana’s Rise – The Chopping Block
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Bits + Bips: Debate: Is Trump’s Memecoin a Gift...
Trump’s memecoin launch shocked and polarized the crypto world. The Bits + Bips hosts break down its launch during the Crypto Ball, discuss whether it marks a local top for crypto, and touch on aftereffects like fake $BARRON coins.
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Why Lyn Alden Isn't a Fan of Trump’s Memecoins,...
Trump’s memecoin. A strategic Bitcoin reserve. Tariffs. The current inflection point in the geopolitical world order. Lyn Alden dissects these headlines and their implications for the U.S. economy, global trade, and the crypto industry.
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Why Sony Launched Soneium, an Ethereum L2, and ...
This week, Sony launched Soneium, an Ethereum layer 2 aimed at supporting creators, fans, and developers—but its decision to blacklist certain memecoins sparked debate. Sota Watanabe, CEO at Startale, explains.
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The Chopping Block w/ Guy Young: Lessons from U...
DeFi Drama & Dangers: USD0, Ethena’s Ascent, & Crypto’s Future w/ Guy Young
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Bits + Bips: AI Jobs Wipeout, Bitcoin as a Risk...
What do Tether’s move to El Salvador, bitcoin’s role in sovereign reserves, and Coinbase’s major SEC victory reveal about the future of crypto—especially under a second Trump presidency?
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How New Stablecoin Startup Bridge Got Acquired ...
Bridge co-founder Zach Abrams shares the story of how his dream of working with Stripe came true, how Bridge survived the black eyes of Terra/Luna and the USDC depegging, and why U.S. dollar-denominated stablecoins will remain dominant.
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Why Travis Kling Thinks Not Looking at AI Agent...
As Bitcoin hovers around $100K, what’s causing the market turbulence, and should you be concerned? Travis Kling weighs in on the DOJ’s BTC stash, the rise of AI agents, and more.
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The Chopping Block: Debanking Drama, Crowdsales...
Sunshine & Scandals: FDIC Drama, Echo Crowdsales, & Tokenized Futures – The Chopping Block
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Bits + Bips: Trump Will Soon Be President. Wher...
Bitcoin’s strong start to 2025 raises questions about its sustainability as Trump’s inauguration, macro trends and Fed decisions shape the road ahead. Plus, James, Alex and guest Charles Edwards discuss whether AI agents will someday hire people.
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2025 Will Be a Year of Crypto Competition. Can ...
AI agents are shaking up DeFi, Ethereum faces pressure from Solana, and debates over governance continue to dominate the space. Marc Zeller and Kain Warwick unpack what’s next for ETH and the entire industry.
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The Chopping Block: Scarcity vs. Abundance, AI’...
$5B Virtuals Craze, AI Agents Redefine Crypto Twitter, & Tokenized Societies Rise - The Chopping Block
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With AI Agents Now Trading Crypto, What Does Th...
The accidental success of ai16z has catapulted AI agents and their transformational promise into the spotlight. Shaw Walters, founder of Eliza Labs, shares his bold vision for how they can reshape finance, social media, and society at large.
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2024 Was Full of Fascinating Crypto News. Here ...
From the groundbreaking success of the ETFs to Solana’s dominance and the Trump effect on Bitcoin, we look back at the stories and voices that defined 2024.
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RERUN: How to Figure Out Whether a Crypto Token...
Jose Macedo of Delphi Digital and Ari Paul of BlockTower Capital explore the discrepancies between private and public valuations of crypto tokens, sharing their insights into how investors can determine a token’s real worth.
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