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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Why Trump’s SEC Chair Pick, Paul Atkins, Is So ...
Trump’s SEC Chair nominee is a fan of crypto and not of regulation by enforcement. But could he be hamstrung by recent permanent moves by Gary Gensler?
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Bits + Bips: Why XRP Might Have Been The ‘Most ...
The panel dives into the impact of the Treasury Secretary pick, the XRP rally, and ETH/BTC dynamics. Also, who should be Trump’s “crypto czar”?
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How the Tornado Cash Lawsuit Was Won and Why It...
The Coinbase-funded Tornado Cash lawsuit was won, protecting the right of good actors to use open-source privacy tools. But what about the other Tornado Cash lawsuits?
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The Chopping Block: DeSci Critiques, Hyperliqui...
Decentralized Science: Innovation or Illusion?
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Vitalik Buterin Aped Into the Social Media App ...
For a week and a half, Anoncast has been all the rage for its anonymous posts enabled by zero-knowledge technology. Here’s why it’s taken off.
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What's the Best Way for Ethereum to Grow? Justi...
Ethereum has had an abysmal year in the midst of a crypto boom. Justin Drake and Martin Köppelmann, who each have proposals for scaling the OG smart contract blockchain, face off.
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Spot Bitcoin ETF Options Are Here. Why You ‘Can...
Bloomberg’s Eric Balchunas says ETF options attract whales and that they create a moat of liquidity for Bitcoin, similar to gold ETFs like GLD.
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The Chopping Block: Polymarket CEO raided by FB...
Polymarket CEO Raided, Trump’s Cabinet, and Ethereum’s Future
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Bits + Bips: Will Rate Cuts and Trump's Policie...
Will rate cuts and a strategic Bitcoin reserve cause Bitcoin and equities to rise indefinitely? Is Ethereum on the verge of a comeback? And how will regulation shape the next bull run?
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Are Layer 2s Failing Ethereum? A New Proposal A...
Ethereum’s scalability challenges are no secret, but are current layer 2 solutions living up to their promise? Martin Köppelmann argues they fall short in inheriting Ethereum’s core strengths.
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How BlackRock, the World's Largest Asset Manage...
BlackRock’s bitcoin ETF has set new ETF records, driving unprecedented inflows and making Bitcoin more accessible. Robbie Mitchnick, head of digital assets at BlackRock, breaks down how this came to be.
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How Crypto Played the Political Game—and Won 'B...
The crypto industry, through Super PAC Fairshake, put more money into the 2024 elections than any industry has in the past. What could the industry get for its efforts?
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The Chopping Block: How Prediction Markets Outs...
2024 Election, Prediction Markets & Crypto’s Political Future
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Under Trump, the First Crypto President, Where ...
The crypto world is buzzing with possibilities under a new regulatory approach. In this episode: what friendlier crypto policies could mean, the reason for Uniswap's token surge, and whether Bitcoin could play a strategic role in national reserves.
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Bits + Bips: Trump Won and the Question Is: Do ...
Trump has won, and the entire crypto market is on fire. What does this mean for investors, and will these gains last?
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Is There a Better Way to Launch Tokens in Crypt...
Forget airdrops, sybil farming, and VC coins. The new platform, Legion, aims to reshape token launches by promoting fairer distribution and organic community building.
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The Chopping Block: 2024 Election Debate feat. ...
Mike Novogratz & Shaun Maguire on Trump vs. Harris, Bitcoin’s Macro Moment, & Blockchain Voting Dreams
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How Arthur Hayes Has Prepared His Portfolio for...
Arthur Hayes discusses how the upcoming U.S. presidential elections could impact the crypto markets, from Bitcoin’s performance to altcoin rotation, and why he thinks SOL is the “high-beta Bitcoin” for election trades.
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The Chopping Block: AI Memecoins, Trump’s Token...
Ethereum’s Malaise, the AI Memecoin Craze, & Trump’s Token Flop
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It’s Not Just the Presidency. Congressional Rac...
The Congressional races hold significant implications for crypto regulation, with key committees, influential members, and the potential for bipartisan support all impacting the industry’s future.
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The Backstory of How 3 AI Agents Led to the Ris...
The intersection of artificial intelligence and cryptocurrency is gaining momentum with the rise of memecoins like GOAT, an AI-created token now valued at over $700 million.
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The Chopping Block (feat. Anatoly): Solana's Se...
Solana's Second Act, SVM vs EVM, & Extension Dilemma
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Bits + Bips: The Real ‘Trump Trade’ & Why Trump...
The hosts say the recent ECB paper criticizing Bitcoin “is a joke,” dig into the impact of institutional demand for Bitcoin ETFs, and explain why Bitcoin ETF options are more important than many realize.
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How This Stablecoin Business in Africa Is Takin...
This former Pokemon card seller is at the forefront of a quiet crypto revolution in Africa, where stablecoins are already disrupting international payments and helping businesses thrive.
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What's a Fair Value for Crypto Networks Like BT...
Valuing decentralized networks such as Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Solana is tricky. In this episode, Jon Charbonneau breaks down the key factors that determine the value of blockchain networks and how Layer 2s impact these valuations.
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