Topics covered on this episode:ETH ETFs get stakingMultiple asset type ETFs3x leveraged crypto ETFsETF launches waiting on Government shutdownBNY exploring tokenized depositsVanguard eyeing cryptoReal estate tokenizationSEC no action letter - crypto custodySWIFT announces blockchain initiative
Topics covered in this episode:New SEC Rules on Crypto ETFsTether's Expansion and Regulated StablecoinsRLUSD and the Tokenization of Real-World AssetsSEC's Evolving Regulatory Framework for CryptoCrypto in 401(k)s and Retirement PlansFed Rate Cuts and Their Ripple Effect on CryptoYear-End Market Structure Changes in Crypto
Topics covered in this episode:Nasdaq files for tokenized stock tradingEvent: Future ProofMarket Structure Bill ProgressXRP: Fastest ever futures contract to $1B in open interestFederal Reserve conference on payments innovationSEC-CFTC Joint Staff StatementForeign exchanges to service US customersInstitutional Crypto Cycle is coming
Topics covered in this episode:Bessent: US Bitcoin holdingsEverybody is launching stablecoinsBullish receives IPO proceeds in stablecoinsWyoming becomes the first state to issue a stablecoinEO: Banks not allowed to debank cryptoPrivate assets allowed in 401Ks
Topics covered in this episode:Do crypto cycles have historical patterns?Paypal enables merchants to accept cryptoIn-kind Redemptions for BTC and ETH ETFsCoinbase and JPM partneringCrypto Report released by White HouseWhite House preparing EO to punish banksSEC releases Listing Standards for crypto ETPsSEC: Liquid staking activities are not securitiesSEC: Guidance that stablecoins can be treated as cash equivalents on balance sheetsWhite House Crypto Report: https://www.whitehouse.gov/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Digital-Assets-Report-EO14178.pdf
Topics covered in this episode:Genius Act signed into lawClarity Act passes HouseSEC Approves Bitwise 10 Crypto ETFCoinbase and PNC create strategic partnershipJPM, soon to lend against BTC & ETHSEC might update KYC to utilize zkProofsShocker: American Banks Association urges Circle/Ripple bank license pauseClarity Act: Making things simpleSEC Chair Atkins: "rally looks set to continue"Crypto IPOsBTC vs XRP performance for MicroStrategy
Topics covered in this episode:Grayscale starts IPO processVanguard in crypto?GENIUS Act voting dramaExecutive Order: 401ks could access private marketsBanks are now allowed to custody cryptoVisa launching their own crypto networkBig banks issuing stablecoinsDubai land deeds
Topics covered in this episode:One Big Beautiful Bill - CryptoMarket Structure Bill status updateCircle & Ripple Apply for Bank ChartersSEC considering token ETF listing processSEC v Ripple Case UpdateCrypto included in mortgage assessmentsCircle's IPO
Topics covered in this episode:CLARITY Act passed out of House Ag CommitteeGENIUS Act negotiations heating upSEC Paul Atkins in favor of self-custodyCircle IPOsCalifornia passes bill to seize BitcoinSEC introduces framework to clarify crypto tokensHidden Road gains membership status with DTCCETH and XRP corporate treasuries
Topics covered in this episode:US Bitcoin Holdings ClassifiedHouse GOP Target Thursday for Market Structure BillSaylor: Proof of Bitcoin reserves "bad idea"XRPL chosen as blockchain of choice, real estateKraken to offer tokenized stocks and ETFsXRP Futures launched on CMEDTCC patent names XRP and XLMJail time for BTC ETF announcement hacker
Topics covered in this episode:Coinbase acquires DeribitMissouri to exempt capital gains on cryptoSEC changing prioritiesSenate votes down GENIUS actMeta considering launch of stablecoinWhat is going on in Arizona?USDT to be brought under US jurisdictionPaul Atkins speechThailand to sell crypto to citizens
Topics covered in this episode:Mastercard powering stablecoin transactionsBlackrock is using blockchain to track fund ownershipStablecoin bill roadblock?Ripple buying Circle?Arizona Governor vetoes Bitcoin Reserve BillHow much evangelism is too much?European Central Bank selects Quant for Digital Euro
Topics covered in this episode:Paul Atkins confirmed as SEC ChairOregon AG sues CoinbaseSchwab CEO: expect to launch spot crypto trading 72 pending crypto ETFsVoting records on a blockchain in the USCrypto markets holding up in recent macro volatility15 crypto firms with OCC trust charter applications
Topics covered in this episode:SEC Chair VoteRipple Acquires Hidden RoadUnmasking Satoshi?SEC: stablecoins are not securitiesCircle files S1 for IPOStablecoin Legislation ProgressingFDIC drops rule on crypto
Topics covered in this episode:White House Digital Asset SummitStablecoin Legislation before August RecessTexas Strategic Bitcoin ReserveDavid Sachs divested $200MSBF Interview from PrisonSBF placed in solitary confinementNasdaq to launch 24-hour trading on equitiesOCC: Banks can now custody cryptoHedera secures a Major Banking WinBig SEC v Ripple CaseWeeks when decades happen
Topics covered in this episode:Volatility!Multi-asset strategic crypto reserveFirst Crypto Summit 3/7Rescind the Broker-Dealer RuleSEC Continues to drop casesSEC gives guidance on memecoinsIs Eric Trump telegraphing the next move?National Cryptocurrency Association
Topics covered in this episode:ByBit HackSEC Pausing/Dropping CasesSEC Interested in ETH StakingMarket sell-offBlackRock launching BTC ETF in EuropeCitadel to offer crypto tradingSome state Bitcoin Reserves Denied
Topics covered in this episode:Trump rethinking crypto council?Mastercard tokenizing transactionsSEC has started acknowledging altcoin ETF applicationsSEC declares XRP not a securityPump & DumpsTrump posts on Truth Social about $XRPCoinbase quarterly resultsRobinhood quarterly resultsSAB 121 RescissionCalSTRS pension fundBinance.us resumes USD trading
Topics covered in this episode:Powell: calls for ”fresh look” at debanking of cryptoBinance & SEC halt caseBitcoinReserveMonitor.comCrypto Waiting for its next catalystTakeaways from Galaxy’s Ondo ConferenceStrategy (formerly MicroStrategy) has resumed its bitcoin purchasesDave Portnoy in cryptoCFTC Chair nomination: Brian QuintenzSEC: meme coins outside our jurisdictionCrypto regulations will not be a cake walkGoldman buying BTC ETFsCrazy weekend for Moonpay
Topics covered in this episode:36M+ Crypto Tokens in existencePowell: banks perfectly able to serve crypto customersSEC possibly moving quicker on ETFsKraken brings back staking of US customersGreyscale files to convert XRP trust to ETF14 States with bills for Bitcoin ReserveMichael Saylor on Forbes coverTether had $13B profit in 2024Crazy volatile weekend!Stablecoin Legislation Framework Coming Soon