Crypto In America

Eleanor is live in Washington DC with Wyoming Senator, Cynthia Lummis, to discuss the latest updates on the Crypto Market Structure Vote.This episode is sponsored by Gemini: https://gemini.com/CIA Watch On YouTube: https://youtu.be/JfwGd6p4hfgPlease note that this podcast is for informational purposes only and any views shared by anyone on the show are opinions, not financial advice. The host or guests may have a direct or indirect financial interest in content mentioned in this episode.This show is powered by Sei.Learn more about Sei: https://www.sei.io/Follow Crypto in America: https://x.com/CryptoAmerica_Follow Sei: https://x.com/SeiNetworkFollow our hostsJacquelyn: https://x.com/jacqmelinekGerald: https://x.com/thatgeraldEleanor: https://x.com/EleanorTerrettTIMESTAMPS:0:00 - Live From DC With Senator Lummis0:20 - Current State of Market Structure Negotiations2:16 - Key Amendments and Issues3:59 - Stablecoin and DeFi Discussions4:58 - Ethics and Presidential Involvement9:25 - Banking Industry's Role in Digital Assets11:21 - Developer Protections and Self Custody13:03 - Senator's Personal Experience with Self Custody15:58 - Final Thoughts#crypto #bitcoin #blockchain #investing #technology #america

Austin Campbell is the co-founder of Zero Knowledge Group and an adjunct professor at NYU Stern. As the market structure vote nears, he shares a contrarian take on why he believes the bill is unlikely to pass.A leading voice on stablecoins, Austin unpacks what the implementation of the GENIUS Act could mean for institutions, weighs in on the the banks-versus-crypto stablecoin yield debate, how U.S. regulation stacks up globally, and what the U.S. must do to remain the crypto capital even if the legislation falls short. He also dives into ZK proofs, why institutions are still hesitant to adopt them, and the risk-mitigation lessons he’s bringing to crypto from his background in traditional finance.This episode is sponsored by Gemini: https://gemini.com/CIA Watch On YouTube: https://youtu.be/Z7yjItDb3SUPlease note that this podcast is for informational purposes only and any views shared by anyone on the show are opinions, not financial advice. The host or guests may have a direct or indirect financial interest in content mentioned in this episode.This show is powered by Sei.Learn more about Sei: https://www.sei.io/Follow Crypto in America: https://x.com/CryptoAmerica_Follow Sei: https://x.com/SeiNetworkFollow our hostsJacquelyn: https://x.com/jacqmelinekGerald: https://x.com/thatgeraldEleanor: https://x.com/EleanorTerrettTIMESTAMPS:0:00 - Welcome Austin Cambell To Crypto In America0:45 - What Does ‘Crypto In America’ Mean To Austin?2:00 - What Does Market Structure Actually Solve?6:45 - Will ‘GENIUS’ Implementation Be Successful? 9:45 - Thoughts On Banks Relitigating GENIUS 16:00 - China Allowing Yield On Digital Yuan - Will That Influence US regulation? 16:45 - Stablecoin Policy In US vs. Globally 20:45 - Tokenization Evolution 23:20 - Zero Knowledge - most promising applications for ZK proof26:00 - Where We Stand With Institutions Currently29:00 - Institution Compliance vs. Privacy Tools32:50 - Verifying Trust - The Importance Of US Stablecoins To Deter Bad Actors35:00 - Will ZK Proofs Solve Privacy For Institutions?37:00 - What Makes Good US Regulation?42:00 - What Is Still Holding Institutions Back? 46:45 - Expanding The Dollar Globally (Crypto Euro Dollar) 52:00 - Risk Management Lessons From Trad-Fi57:30 - Thoughts On Risks In Market Structure Bill1:00:00 - Getting Rid Of Blockchain Specific Regs1:01:30 - Why Market Structure Won’t Pass1:04:15 - Non Financial Implementations Of Blockchains 1:06:00 - Thanks Austin For Coming On The Show!#crypto #bitcoin #blockchain #investing #technology #america

In this episode, we sat down for an exclusive interview in the nation’s capital with Patrick Witt, the Director of the White House Crypto Council. We discuss the high-stakes vote on market structure legislation in the Senate Banking Committee later this week, whether we will see bipartisan support, the complexities of getting the bill to the finish line, what a successful vote will look like to Patrick, and the administration’s crypto goals & expectations for 2026.This episode is sponsored by Gemini: https://gemini.com/CIA Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/oRIjlHN-wGQPlease note that this podcast is for informational purposes only and any views shared by anyone on the show are opinions, not financial advice. The host or guests may have a direct or indirect financial interest in content mentioned in this episode.This show is powered by Sei.Learn more about Sei: https://www.sei.io/Follow Crypto in America: https://x.com/CryptoAmerica_Follow Sei: https://x.com/SeiNetworkFollow our hostsJacquelyn: https://x.com/jacqmelinekGerald: https://x.com/thatgeraldEleanor: https://x.com/EleanorTerrettTIMESTAMPS:0:00 - Welcome Patrick Witt To Crypto In America0:30 - What 'Crypto In America' Means To Patrick 1:30 - Taking Over For Bo Hines3:00 - Fed Chair Powell Subpoenaed4:00 - Working With Government Agencies - Harder or Easier Than Expected?6:00 - Advocating For Final Provisions In Market Structure Bill - Patrick Is Optimistic 8:00 - The Goal Of Achieving A Strong Bipartisan Vote9:00 - What’s At Stake With The Digital Asset Market Structure Legislation11:10 - National Security Provisions In The Bill13:00 - Ensuring That Crypto Developers Will Return To The U.S.15:00 - Stablecoin Yield16:55 - Ethics Rules In The Bill - Deal With Democrats In Reach?19:00 - Democrat Support From The Banking Committee? 21:00 - Near Term Impact On Builders, Exchanges & Institutions22:30 - Tax Clarity24:30 - The Clarity Act In Name Only 26:15 - Expectations For 2026 - Patrick's Focus To Get Bill Passed 29:00 - Finalizing Bill Before Midterms 30:15 - Sticking Points In Senate AG’s Text33:00 - Blind Spots In Congressional Education35:00 - What Does Success Look Like In 2026?35:45 - The Latest On Strategic Bitcoin Reserve 40:30 - Future of the CFTC42:00 - Thanks Patrick For Joining!#crypto #bitcoin #blockchain #investing #technology #america

Our first week back in the new year, we’re looking back at the top ten moments of 2025 with some of our standout guests. From our kickoff episode with SEC Commissioner and head of the Crypto Task Force Hester Peirce, to our finale with former CFTC Acting Chair Caroline Pham -- and countless highlights in between -- we’ll revisit the conversations that shaped the story of crypto in 2025. We’ll close out the hour with Digital Chamber’s Cody Carbone, who will set the stage for next week’s big crypto week on Capitol Hill, as two Senate committees are set to hold markups on a landmark crypto bill.

Amir Haleem is the founder & CEO of Helium. In this conversation, we discuss Helium’s progress in mobile infrastructure, Amir’s journey into crypto from esports & gaming, Helium’s partnerships with airports and and AT&T, switching to Solana for their L1, thoughts on market structure, dealing with SEC attacks from the previous administration, the state of regulation with the FCC & CFTC, and why Amir is optimistic about the state of crypto.This episode is sponsored by Gemini: https://gemini.com/CIA Watch On YouTube: https://youtu.be/pSk9zI8PVysPlease note that this podcast is for informational purposes only and any views shared by anyone on the show are opinions, not financial advice. The host or guests may have a direct or indirect financial interest in content mentioned in this episode.This show is powered by Sei.Learn more about Sei: https://www.sei.io/Follow Crypto in America: https://x.com/CryptoAmerica_Follow Sei: https://x.com/SeiNetworkFollow our hostsJacquelyn: https://x.com/jacqmelinekGerald: https://x.com/thatgeraldEleanor: https://x.com/EleanorTerrettTIMESTAMPS:0:00 - Welcome Amir Haleem to Crypto In America0:30 - What ‘Crypto In America’ Means To Amir1:15 - Career In esports before Crypto6:10 - The Struggles Of Being An Entrepreneur In America 9:20 - Going from decentralized software to infrastructure 14:45 - Building early decentralized networks - solving centralized network problems18:30 - Helium’s Real World Use Case22:15 - Why Using Helium At Home Is Not Recommended 24:20 - How Tokens Function In Helium 25:55 - Migrating To Solana From Their Own L131:30 - Helium Token Was Targeted By SEC37:45 - How SEC Has Changed Under Current Administration 41:30 - Concerns For Regulation & Market Structure? 45:25 - Does Helium Fit Into FCC or CFTC Regulation? 49:40 - Tokenization of Telecom 54:10 - 5 Year Outlook For Helium - Launching In Mexico Soon55:50 - Why Amir Is Watching The Merging Of Equities & Blockchain 58:05 - Thanks Amir For Joining! Like & Subscribe#crypto #bitcoin #blockchain #investing #technology #america

Gregory Xethalis is a Partner and General Counsel at Multicoin Capital. In this conversation, we discuss Greg’s journey into crypto through the Winklevoss brothers, the American nature of crypto, evolving U.S. regulatory landscape, the importance of politicians needing to understanding crypto to inform policy making, why the Genius Act was so important, tax policies for digital assets, the future of ETFs, the growth of Digital Asset Treasuries, and why Greg is still so optimisitc about the future of crypto.This episode is sponsored by Gemini: https://gemini.com/CIA Watch On YouTube: https://youtu.be/kT52OR8teaIPlease note that this podcast is for informational purposes only and any views shared by anyone on the show are opinions, not financial advice. The host or guests may have a direct or indirect financial interest in content mentioned in this episode.This show is powered by Sei.Learn more about Sei: https://www.sei.io/Follow Crypto in America: https://x.com/CryptoAmerica_Follow Sei: https://x.com/SeiNetworkFollow our hostsJacquelyn: https://x.com/jacqmelinekGerald: https://x.com/thatgeraldEleanor: https://x.com/EleanorTerrettTIMESTAMPS:0:00 - Welcome Gregory Xethalis To Crypto In America!0:45 - What ‘Crypto In America’ Means To Greg2:30 - Geg’s Introduction Into Crypto Through The Winklevoss06:07 - Leaving Traditional Finance For Crypto10:50 - Navigating Policy While Advising Portfolio Companies15:42 - Legal and Regulatory Advice For The Next 5 Years In Crypto 20:50 - Bullish Progress This Past Year & Planning For Changes in The Future27:14 - Tax Clarity For Digital Asset, The Latest On Tax Policy31:12 - Tax Guidance for Mining and Staking in the US32:50 - Energy Benefits of Bitcoin Mining33:47 - IRS Guidance and Tax Legislation35:27 - De Minimis Exemption For Crypto Transactions42:00 - Conflicts of Interest in Crypto Regulation With Policy Makers 46:11 - Stablecoin Market Fit & Importance Genius Act49:21 - Future of Crypto ETFs53:40 - Digital Asset Treasuries (DATs)56:45 -Market Is Down, But Crypto Sentiment Is Still High59:30 - Thanks Greg For Joining! Like & Subscribe#crypto #bitcoin #blockchain #investing #technology #america

Caroline Pham is the former Acting CFTC Chair, and is currently the Chief Legal Officer and Chief Administrative Officer at MoonPay. In this conversation, we discuss all the work that Caroline has done to create regulation for crypto. We get into her law background, joining the CFTC, struggles during previous administrations, her reflections on her time on the CFTC, thoughts on Brian Quintet’s CFTC withdrawal, & the biggest challenges for Mike Selig, updates on market structure, and what to expect at her brand new role at MoonPay, why 2026 is the year for institutional adoption.This episode is sponsored by Gemini: https://gemini.com/CIA Watch On YouTube: https://youtu.be/noxG7sE60eQPlease note that this podcast is for informational purposes only and any views shared by anyone on the show are opinions, not financial advice. The host or guests may have a direct or indirect financial interest in content mentioned in this episode.This show is powered by Sei.Learn more about Sei: https://www.sei.io/Follow Crypto in America: https://x.com/CryptoAmerica_Follow Sei: https://x.com/SeiNetworkFollow our hostsJacquelyn: https://x.com/jacqmelinekGerald: https://x.com/thatgeraldEleanor: https://x.com/EleanorTerrettTIMESTAMPS:0:00 - Welcome Caroline Pham!0:39 - What ‘Crypto In America’ Means To Caroline01:15 - Journey Through Law School & Intro Into Crypto04:23 - Getting An Internship at the CFTC12:15 - Comparing Commodities & Crypto14:20 - When Did Caroline Realize Crypto’s Potential18:05 - Making the CFTC Great Again21:45 - Is CFTC Prepared For Retail Oversight? 23:50 - Challenges Ahead For The CFTC30:00 - Thoughts On Gary Gensler 33:48 - Why The Past Few Years Were So Frustrating 37:55 - Regulatory Sandboxes39:02 - Changing Rules For Crypto Ownership For Regulators 42:32 - Comparing Digital Assets to Derivatives43:40 - How Markets Will Operate Better With Regulatory Frameworks46:40 - Leaving CFTC, Joining MoonPay52:46 - Brian Quintenz CFTC withdrawal55:00 - Mike Selig Swon In At CFTC - His Biggest Challenges 57:00 - Thoughts On Prediction Markets1:02:00 - Market Structure Update For 20261:05:00 - Why 2026 The Year Of Institution Adoption 1:07:00 - Thanks Caroline For Joining!#crypto #bitcoin #blockchain #investing #technology #america

It was a packed week for crypto policy in Congress’s final legislative session of the year. Instead of a market structure markup in the Senate, Banking Chairman Tim Scott held a consequential meeting with players from the crypto and banking industries. Cody Carbone, CEO of the Digital Chamber, joins us to break it down.Regulators were busy too: a changing of the guard at the CFTC, key guidance from the Fed, and a SEC privacy roundtable, where StarkWare GC Katherine Kirkpatrick Bos shared her insights.Plus, Jito Labs announced its return to the U.S., and we’ll hear from Jito Foundation President Brian Smith about what it means for the industry.

Anthony Noto is the CEO of SoFi. In this conversation, we discuss SoFi becoming the first nationally chartered crypto bank, exclusive news about SoFi's plan to launch a native stablecoin, lowering the cost of borrowing, the future of crypto banking, thoughts on market structure in 2026, why Anthony is keeping an eye on blockchain and AI emerging together, and the success of SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles. This episode is sponsored by Gemini: https://gemini.com/CIA Watch On YouTube: https://youtu.be/Sl5xbtAZatkPlease note that this podcast is for informational purposes only and any views shared by anyone on the show are opinions, not financial advice. The host or guests may have a direct or indirect financial interest in content mentioned in this episode.This show is powered by Sei.Learn more about Sei: https://www.sei.io/Follow Crypto in America: https://x.com/CryptoAmerica_Follow Sei: https://x.com/SeiNetworkFollow our hostsJacquelyn: https://x.com/jacqmelinekGerald: https://x.com/thatgeraldEleanor: https://x.com/EleanorTerrettTIMESTAMPS:0:45 - What Does ‘Crypto In America’ Mean To Anthony1:10 - Anthony’s Career - What Led To Crypto2:30 - SoFi Dropping Crypto To Secure Bank Charter in 20234:30 - Becoming The First National Bank To Offer Crypto Trading7:45 - SoFi’s Focus Going Forward - Lowering Cost Of Borrowing, SoFI USD10:45 - Why SoFi Built On Ethereum, Creating The Safest Stablecoin12:50 - Why Was It Important For SoFi To Have A Native Token16:00 - Risks With Lesser Charters18:30 - Filling The Void Of Previous Crypto Banks19:45 - Bank Issue Stablecoins Will Be The Future Of The Dollar?21:00 - Tokenized Deposits 22:14 - Why Trusted Companies Should Be Public27:30 - Why Competition For SoFi Is Good To Grow Crypto29:00 - SoFi Crypto Lending - Offering Lower Rates31:30 - State Of The Markets/Fed Rates For Lending35:00 - Biggest Objective For Digital Assets In 2026 - SoFi Pay37:15 - Market Structure Regulation Needs In 202640:15 - SoFi Stadium Enormous Success44:30 - SoFi USD Super Bowl Ad Coming??46:15 - The Combo Of Blockchain & AI Emerging At The Same Time47:00 - Anthony Supports Open Banking50:30 - Thanks Anthony For Joining! Like & Subscribe#crypto #bitcoin #blockchain #investing #technology #america

It was a big week for crypto policy in DC, as lawmakers and regulators descended on the Blockchain Association’s annual policy summit to discuss the latest developments in the crypto regulatory landscape. From progress on market structure to outlooks on the midterm elections and updates from key government agencies, we’ll get the highlights from BA CEO Summer Mersinger. Privacy hawk J.W. Verret joins us after speaking on a panel about the Big Banks’ “war on crypto” and what their involvement in market structure negotiations and the open banking debate could mean for the industry’s future. Plus, Telcoin CEO Paul Neuner stops by to break down his firm’s novel crypto bank charter and give his take on the deeper integration of crypto into the U.S. banking system.

John D'Agostino is the Head of Institutional at Coinbase. In this conversation, we discuss Coinbase’s role at the center of institutional interest, bringing liquidity to the market, the impact of Bitcoin ETFs, How John’s past life in oil markets compare to crypto, the uptick in de-banking in the US, regulatory updates, and how Coinbase is building their super appThis episode is sponsored by Gemini: https://gemini.com/CIA Watch On YouTube: https://youtu.be/v7SMCK93vk8Please note that this podcast is for informational purposes only and any views shared by anyone on the show are opinions, not financial advice. The host or guests may have a direct or indirect financial interest in content mentioned in this episode.This show is powered by Sei.Learn more about Sei: https://www.sei.io/Follow Crypto in America: https://x.com/CryptoAmerica_Follow Sei: https://x.com/SeiNetworkFollow our hostsJacquelyn: https://x.com/jacqmelinekGerald: https://x.com/thatgeraldEleanor: https://x.com/EleanorTerrettTIMESTAMPS:0:00 - Welcome John D'Agostino To Crypto In America! 00:29 What ‘Crypto In America’ Means To John01:33 - Coinbase At The Center Of Institutional - Recent Trends04:03 - Liquidity - Depth & Breath06:58 - What Is Crypto Missing For A Robust Market? 10:43 - Impact Of Bitcoin ETFs14:22 - How October 10th Scared Market Makers 16:00 - The Role Of Leverage & Perpetual Futures 20:42 - Bitcoin as Digital Gold25:04 - John's Past Life In Oil Markets - Path To Crypto 28:43 - Crypto & Commodities Volatility Comparison29:08 - The State of De-Banking in the US31:02 - Survey Insights on Banking Discrimination35:17 - Regulator Relationships41:40 - Coinbase's Super App - Acquisitions Of Echo, Launch of Monad4:30 - A True Public Utility Token Raise49:41 - Everyone Wants Custody Staking & Lending 51:50 - Why John Is Watching The Czech National Bank's Bitcoin Experiment55:30 - Thanks John For Joining! Like & Subscribe #crypto #bitcoin #blockchain #investing #technology #america

Chris Perkins is the President & Managing Partner at CoinFund. In this conversation, we discuss the latest on regulation in the United States, why institutions are still very interested in crypto, when/if market structure will ever get passed, the roll of CFTC & SEC in 2026, the emergence of DATs, spot trading, the concept of privateering, and the stablecoin market.This episode is sponsored by Gemini: https://gemini.com/CIA Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/VCF62egSOZAPlease note that this podcast is for informational purposes only and any views shared by anyone on the show are opinions, not financial advice. The host or guests may have a direct or indirect financial interest in content mentioned in this episode.This show is powered by Sei.Learn more about Sei: https://www.sei.io/Follow Crypto in America: https://x.com/CryptoAmerica_Follow Sei: https://x.com/SeiNetworkFollow our hostsJacquelyn: https://x.com/jacqmelinekGerald: https://x.com/thatgeraldEleanor: https://x.com/EleanorTerrettTIMESTAMPS:0:00 - Welcome Chris To Crypto In America!0:48 - What Does ‘Crypto In America’ Mean To Chris2:20 - Chokepoint & Why We Needed Regulation In the US05:28 - Crypto Infrastructure For Trading 08:30 - Institutions Are Still Moving Forward Despite Market Pull Back11:15 - ADL Explained12:15 - How Regulation Can Impact Centralized Exchanges15:00 - Market Structure Will Never Get Done??18:00 - Path Forward For CFTC & SEC22:00 - Future & Derivatives Exchanges Doing Spot Trading25:14 - Digital Asset Treasury Companies28:40 - Do We Want Crypto Seperated From Securities? 30:49 - The Concept of Privateering37:30 - CEO Council 42:55 - The Role of Privacy 44:17 - Chris’ Military Strategies Applied to Crypto48:00 -Tether Credit Downgrade, Thoughts On Stablecoins52:30 - Chris Is Obsessed With Futures, The State Of Alt Coins54:00 - Thanks Chris For Joining! Like & Subscribe#crypto #bitcoin #blockchain #investing #technology #america

On this Black Friday edition of CIA Live, the hosts break down their Thanksgivings and what turned into a surprisingly newsy holiday week. Anchorage Digital’s Head of Global Operations Rachel Anderika and Vice President of Stablecoins Martin Carrica join the show to discuss Anchorage’s new stablecoin rewards program amid a fierce push by banks to curb crypto firms’ ability to offer yield. Then, New Hampshire Business Finance Authority Executive Director James Key-Wallace and Wave Digital co-founder Les Borsai join to explain how New Hampshire is breaking ground with its first-ever Bitcoin-backed conduit bond.

Stani Kulechov is the Founder of Aave Labs. We spoke to Stani live on stage at SmartCon. In this conversation, we discuss how Aave’s is bridging the gap from TradFI to DeFi, tokenization, the introduction of the new initiavte Ethereum Protocol Advocacy Alliance aimed at shaping DeFi policy, his thoughts on the SEC & current regulatory environment, if crypto is protecting the wrong people, market volatility, and token buybacks.This episode is sponsored by Gemini: https://gemini.com/CIA Subscribe to the podcast on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2Y3bQRjEQtdlNx1fxmS8hB?si=813495451b9f4e4e Subscribe to the podcast on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/crypto-in-america/id1799000155 Please note that this podcast is for informational purposes only and any views shared by anyone on the show are opinions, not financial advice. The host or guests may have a direct or indirect financial interest in content mentioned in this episode.This show is powered by Sei.Learn more about Sei: https://www.sei.io/Follow Crypto in America: https://x.com/CryptoAmerica_Follow Sei: https://x.com/SeiNetworkFollow our hostsJacquelyn: https://x.com/jacqmelinekGerald: https://x.com/thatgeraldEleanor: https://x.com/EleanorTerrettTIMESTAMPS:0:00 - Welcome Stani To Crypto In America0:48 - What ‘Crypto in America’ Means To Stani1:42 - TradFi Entering The DeFi Space - How Aave Is Bridging the Gap3:50 - Ethereum Protocol Advocacy Alliance - Shaping DeFi Policy In DC7:00 - U.S. Opportunities vs. Overseas Counties (AAPAC, Europe, Latam)9:25 - Is Crypto Protecting The Wrong People (I.e. Roman Storm) - Thoughts On Protecting Developers11:30 - Is The SEC understanding crypto? Is Stani Optimistic About DeFi Regulation?14:15 - Recent Market Volatility In The Space16:25 - Navigating Small Team Startups vs. Large Institutions/Compliance17:50 - $50M Token Buyback - Will DeFi Continue To Adopt TradFi-style buybacks? 19:10 - Stani Is Excited About Providing More Access To Finance 20:15 - Thanks Dani For Joining! Like & Subscribe#crypto #bitcoin #blockchain #investing #technology #america

Against the backdrop of Bitcoin wiping out all of its 2025 gains again, there’s a lot happening in crypto policy this week. 36-year-old crypto lawyer Khurram Dara announced his campaign for New York AG, challenging anti-crypto incumbent Letitia James. Dara joins the show to dicuss running on a platform to reverse what he calls James’s business-unfriendly policies and lawfare tactics, which he says are worsening New York’s affordability crisis. More than 60 crypto firms joined forces to send a letter to President Trump, urging the administration to move quickly on a handful of policy recommendations under consideration. The letter was spearheaded by the Solana Policy Institute, and engagement director Colin McLaren breaks down what’s behind it. Plus, Paul Brigner talks Zcash’s meteoric rise this month and what’s driving it.

Hunter Horsley is the Co-Founder & CEO of Bitwise Asset Management. In this conversation, we discuss launching one of the first crypto index funds, the evolution of ETFs, staking, and institutional adoption, including the first Solana staking ETF on Wall Street, the next ETFs to be released, DATs, the impact of regulatory changes, and the ongoing efforts to educate mainstream investors.This episode is sponsored by Gemini: https://gemini.com/CIA This episode is sponsored by Avalanche: https://www.avax.network/Watch On YouTube: https://youtu.be/gDEpaMj_2WgPlease note that this podcast is for informational purposes only and any views shared by anyone on the show are opinions, not financial advice. The host or guests may have a direct or indirect financial interest in content mentioned in this episode.This show is powered by Sei.Follow Crypto in America: https://x.com/CryptoAmerica_Follow Sei: https://x.com/SeiNetworkFollow our hostsJacquelyn: https://x.com/jacqmelinekGerald: https://x.com/thatgeraldEleanor: https://x.com/EleanorTerrettTIMESTAMPS:0:00 - Welcome Hunter Horsley To Crypto In America 0:50 - What ‘Crypto In America’ Means To Hunter1:59 - Hunter's Journey from Big Tech to Crypto7:35 - The Evolution of ETFs & Crypto Asset Management in 7 Years9:45 - Bitwise’s Operation 14:35-  Regulatory Challenges During Gensler, ETF Launch17:20 - Is Regulation Taking Too Long?19:30 - Why Bitwise Prefers ETFs23:00 - Allowing People To Get Exposure To Crypto Through ETF26:45 - Appealing To Retail Traders28:53 - The Success of Solana Staking ETF - The Largest ETF Launch36:47 - Solana Community 37:08 - Launching More ETFS (Filing For XRP, Chainlink, Avalanche) 40:39 - Bitwise's Staking Business44:00 - In-Kind Transactions and Digital Asset Treasuries53:00 - How DATs took over 55:46 - Crypto Education and Institutional Interest59:45 - Bearish Sentiment In The Crypto Markets1:03:00 - Banking Adoption 1:06:30 - Crypto As Emerging Tech Similar To E-Commerce01:10:00 - Thanks Hunter For Joining#crypto #bitcoin #blockchain #investing #technology #america

The U.S.’s largest crypto exchange is relocating from Delaware to Texas, part of a broader wave of companies leaving the First State for more favorable jurisdictions. Coinbase Chief Legal Officer Paul Grewal joins the show to explain the move and why Texas is fast becoming a new hub for U.S. innovators.Canary Capital made history this week with the first-ever 33 Act spot XRP ETF, opening Wall Street’s doors to institutional access to the world’s third largest digital asset by market cap. Canary CEO Steve McClurg joins the show to discuss the record breaking launch.And on Capitol Hill, the Senate Agriculture Committee released its long-awaited market structure discussion draft. We get Digital Chamber CEO Cody Carbone’s take on the text and how the industry is reacting to it.

John Wu is the President of Ava Labs, In this conversation, we discuss regulatory changes in the U.S, the importance of onshoring crypto innovation, updates on market structure in DC, real world adoption, why Avalance has many L1s, Tokenization, the growing trend of enterprises embracing blockchain technology. John details Ava Labs' projects such as partnerships with the Cleveland Cavaliers, FIFA World Cup, Wyoming Stablecoin, the California DMV, and land registries in NJ.This episode is sponsored by Gemini: https://gemini.com/CIA Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/DKPBf709vaQPlease note that this podcast is for informational purposes only and any views shared by anyone on the show are opinions, not financial advice. The host or guests may have a direct or indirect financial interest in content mentioned in this episode.This show is powered by Sei.Follow Crypto in America: https://x.com/CryptoAmerica_Follow Sei: https://x.com/SeiNetworkFollow our hostsJacquelyn: https://x.com/jacqmelinekGerald: https://x.com/thatgeraldEleanor: https://x.com/EleanorTerrettTIMESTAMPS:0:00 - Welcome John Wu To Crypto In America0:33 - What Does ‘Crypto in America’ Mean To John?1:20 - Regulatory Changes In The Last Year2:19 - Market Structure Developments in DC - What Is John Excited About?3:55 - Is Enterprise Now Comfortable With Ava? - Real-World Applications6:21 - Is Crypto Still Cool? Does It Need To Be?8:55 - Working With FIFA & The World Cup10:56 - Stateside Growth vs. Global Expansion13:08 - Products That Ava Labs Is Working On in The US17:03 - Avalanche Has Several Chains - Flexible Architecture For Enterprise21:00 - Do Enterprises Want To Build L1s?23:00 - How Many Avalanche L1s Does John Want To See?23:50 - What Do Institutions Want To Do With Tokenization 29:24 - Tokenizing Traditional Assets, Digital Asset Treasuries,  Asset Wrappers31:00 - Challenges in Marketing & Mainstream Knowledge of Ava35:25 - Stablecoins and Liquidity Volume For All Ecosystems38:30 - TradFi and DeFi Convergence?41:07 - Acquisitions in the Crypto Space44:20 - John Wu's Journey into Crypto47:33 - Future of Private Market Access53:08 - What John Is Paying Attention 55:00 - Thanks John For Joining! Like & Subscriber#crypto #bitcoin #blockchain #investing #technology #america

The team had a busy week in New York City attending Ripple's Swell and Chainlink's SmartCon conferences. We sat down with Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse, Aave founder Stani Kulechov and Ben Jones, co-founder of Ethereum Layer 2 blockchain Optimism.In today’s episode, we will recap the week’s news including the market turmoil that has wiped out nearly all of crypto’s gains this year and share our on-site interview with Ben Jones. We will also dive into policy with Ava Labs General Counsel Lee Schneider, discussing key priorities for market structure and why the SEC and CFTC will still play a big role in crypto regulation.

Brad Garlinghouse is the CEO of Ripple. We’re live in New York speaking to Brad at Ripple Swell 2025. In this conversation, we discuss the current crypto ecosystem, previous regulatory battles for Ripple and how he views current DC legislation, the importance of the U.S. being the leader in crypto, Ripple's strategy & acquisitions, bridging the gap between traditional finance and crypto, the application for a National Bank charter, and how XRP still plays a major role in Ripple’s future.This episode is sponsored by Gemini: https://gemini.com/CIA Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/z5HP7xNbANcPlease note that this podcast is for informational purposes only and any views shared by anyone on the show are opinions, not financial advice. The host or guests may have a direct or indirect financial interest in content mentioned in this episode.This show is powered by Sei.Follow Crypto in America: https://x.com/CryptoAmerica_Follow Sei: https://x.com/SeiNetworkFollow our hostsJacquelyn: https://x.com/jacqmelinekGerald: https://x.com/thatgeraldEleanor: https://x.com/EleanorTerrettTIMESTAMPS:0:00 - Welcome Brian To Crypto In America 0:14 - Ripple's Tumultuous Year and Legal Battles0:43 - What ‘Crypto in America’ Means To Brad1:46 - Comparing the ‘Dot-Com’ Boom to Crypto4:00 - Did Crypto Already Have It’s Bust?6:10 - Ripple’s Previous Legal Battles, Thoughts On Regulatory Clarity and Market Impact10:23 - Long Term Vision For Ripple12:16-  Ripple Prime, Institutional Trading14:57 Public Market Exposure and Institutional Access17:26 - XRP's Role23:41 - US Regulatory Landscape and Future Prospects29:30 - Thanks Brad For Joining Us, Like & Subscribe!#crypto #bitcoin #blockchain #investing #technology #america