In this special episode from the Empire podcast, Blockworks unveils its new Token Transparency framework—an initiative designed to close the information gap and bring much-needed clarity to the crypto space. Dan Smith, Head of Data at Blockworks, explains how this framework will reshape how token projects operate and why transparency is the key to crypto’s future. Enjoy!

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(00:00) Token Transparency

(02:25) The Token Market & Lemons

(11:40) Equity vs Token Risk

(14:18) Structural Token Issues

(17:12) How Did We Get Here?

(22:57) Token Horror Stories

(31:50) Token Launches

(56:50) Best Case Scenario

(01:02:38) Impact On Token Prices

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Disclaimer: Nothing said on Empire is a recommendation to buy or sell securities or tokens. This podcast is for informational purposes only, and any views expressed by anyone on the show are solely our opinions, not financial advice. Santiago, Jason, and our guests may hold positions in the companies, funds, or projects discussed.

Gm! This week, we discuss why we are bullish with a number of positive catalysts on the horizon. We deep dive into Circle's IPO, Pump’s token launch, Bitcoin’s relative strength, finding crypto’s next trade & more. Enjoy!

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WalletConnect is the onchain connectivity network . If you’ve connected to a Web3 app, you’ve seen WalletConnect. It’s everywhere—an icon of trust in crypto, as recognizable as Visa at checkout.

The numbers speak for themselves: Over 220 million connections and 35 million users worldwide use WalletConnect to power their Web3 experience. @WalletConnect on X and Telegram or visit https://WalletConnect.Network

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Timestamps:

(00:00) Intro

(01:58) Why Are We Bullish?

(08:10) Overtrading Is The Road To Ruin

(13:00) Ads (Kraken OTC, WalletConnect)

(14:38) Circle’s IPO

(25:23) Is Robinhood The Best Positioned Exchange?

(29:16) Ads (Kraken OTC, WalletConnect)

(30:55) The Plasma Launch

(42:40) Ads (Ledger)

(43:28) Is Pump Fun’s Token Bearish For Solana?

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Disclaimer: Nothing said on 1000x is a recommendation to buy or sell securities or tokens. This podcast is for informational purposes only, and any views expressed by anyone on the show are solely our opinions, not financial advice. Avi, Jonah and our guests may hold positions in the companies, funds, or projects discussed"

Gm! This week, we discuss what's next for markets as BTC tries to remain above $100k. We deep dive into the backdrop for alt's, why perps are crypto's greatest innovation, the state of leverage in crypto & more. Enjoy!
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WalletConnect is the onchain connectivity network . If you’ve connected to a Web3 app, you’ve seen WalletConnect. It’s everywhere—an icon of trust in crypto, as recognizable as Visa at checkout.
The numbers speak for themselves: Over 220 million connections and 35 million users worldwide use WalletConnect to power their Web3 experience. @WalletConnect on X and Telegram or visit https://WalletConnect.Network
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Ledger, the world leader in digital asset security, proudly sponsors Empire podcast. Celebrating 10 years of protecting over 20% of the world’s crypto, Ledger ensures the security of your assets.
For the best self-custody solution in the space, buy a LEDGER™ device and secure your crypto today.
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Timestamps:

(00:00) Intro

(02:33) Can BTC Hold $100k?

(09:50) Ads (Kraken OTC, WalletConnect)

(11:28) Will Altcoins Outperform?

(13:26) The Innovation Of Perps

(28:28) Ads (Kraken OTC, WalletConnect)

(30:07) Why Is Gold Rallying Again?

(37:24) Is BTC A Safe Haven?

(43:37) Ads (Ledger)

(44:25) The State Of Leverage In Crypto
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Disclaimer: Nothing said on 1000x is a recommendation to buy or sell securities or tokens. This podcast is for informational purposes only, and any views expressed by anyone on the show are solely our opinions, not financial advice. Avi, Jonah and our guests may hold positions in the companies, funds, or projects discussed

Gm! This week, we discuss what's next for markets as BTC hovers around $110k. We deep dive into the path towards $150k, the return of animal spirits, why you need to focus on trading your own book, is Coinbase cooked & more. Enjoy!
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Kraken OTC offers discreet, 24/7 execution for large crypto orders. Built for HNWIs and institutions trading $50K+, you get access to deep liquidity, chat-based support and flexible settlement. Learn more: kraken.com/blockworks

Disclaimer:
Availability of products may vary by jurisdiction. Not investment advice. Crypto trading involves risk of loss and is offered to US customers through Payward Interactive, Inc. View legal disclosures at kraken.com/legal/disclosures.
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WalletConnect is the onchain connectivity network . If you’ve connected to a Web3 app, you’ve seen WalletConnect. It’s everywhere—an icon of trust in crypto, as recognizable as Visa at checkout.

The numbers speak for themselves: Over 220 million connections and 35 million users worldwide use WalletConnect to power their Web3 experience. @WalletConnect on X and Telegram or visit https://WalletConnect.Network
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Ledger, the world leader in digital asset security, proudly sponsors Empire podcast. Celebrating 10 years of protecting over 20% of the world’s crypto, Ledger ensures the security of your assets.

For the best self-custody solution in the space, buy a LEDGER™ device and secure your crypto today.
Buy now at https://Ledger.com
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Get top market insights and the latest in crypto news. Subscribe to Blockworks Daily Newsletter: https://blockworks.co/newsletter/
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Timestamps:
(00:00) Intro

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Disclaimer: Nothing said on 1000x is a recommendation to buy or sell securities or tokens. This podcast is for informational purposes only, and any views expressed by anyone on the show are solely our opinions, not financial advice. Avi, Jonah and our guests may hold positions in the companies, funds, or projects discussed

Gm! This week, we discuss the current state of markets as BTC attempts to breakout through all time highs. We deep dive into what's driving Bitcoin higher, is alt season here, why only real projects will survive & more. Enjoy!

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Kraken OTC unlocks premium, personalized services for high-net worth individuals and institutional clients to execute large orders. Trade over chat or access our self-service automated trading feature to receive executable quotes in seconds. Get 24/7 access to private and secure trading services and deep liquidity for competitive execution. Get in touch today: https://kraken.com/blockworks

Availability of products may vary by jurisdiction. Not investment advice. Crypto trading involves risk of loss and is offered to US customers (excluding WA, NY and ME) through Payward Interactive, Inc.

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WalletConnect is the onchain connectivity network . If you’ve connected to a Web3 app, you’ve seen WalletConnect. It’s everywhere—an icon of trust in crypto, as recognizable as Visa at checkout.

The numbers speak for themselves: Over 220 million connections and 35 million users worldwide use WalletConnect to power their Web3 experience. @WalletConnect on X and Telegram or visit https://WalletConnect.Network

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Ledger, the world leader in digital asset security, proudly sponsors Empire podcast. Celebrating 10 years of protecting over 20% of the world’s crypto, Ledger ensures the security of your assets.

For the best self-custody solution in the space, buy a LEDGER™ device and secure your crypto today.

Buy now at https://Ledger.com

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Get top market insights and the latest in crypto news. Subscribe to Blockworks Daily Newsletter: https://blockworks.co/newsletter/

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Timestamps:

(00:00) Intro

(02:44) Why Are We Bullish?

(12:48) Ads (Kraken OTC, WalletConnect)

(14:39) Money Printer Goes Brrr

(24:19) Ads (Kraken OTC, WalletConnect)

(26:09) Gold vs BTC

(34:30) Is Alt Season Here?

(43:32) Ads (Ledger)

(44:14) The 1000x Terminal

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Disclaimer: Nothing said on 1000x is a recommendation to buy or sell securities or tokens. This podcast is for informational purposes only, and any views expressed by anyone on the show are solely our opinions, not financial advice. Avi, Jonah and our guests may hold positions in the companies, funds, or projects discussed

Gm! This week, we discuss the current state of markets as BTC breaks through $100k. We deep dive into last weeks huge short squeeze, are we in an alt season, how to define success in trading, will we continue ripping & more. Enjoy!

This week, we discuss whether gold ripping is a bad sign, focusing on the crypto outperformers, perpetual shorts, crypto getting harder for retail, the risk of Saylor blowing up, & more. Enjoy!
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Kraken OTC unlocks premium, personalized services for high-net worth individuals and institutional clients to execute large orders. Trade over chat or access our self-service automated trading feature to receive executable quotes in seconds. Get 24/7 access to private and secure trading services and deep liquidity for competitive execution. Get in touch today: https://kraken.com/blockworksAvailability of products may vary by jurisdiction. Not investment advice. Crypto trading involves risk of loss and is offered to US customers (excluding WA, NY and ME) through Payward Interactive, Inc.
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WalletConnect is the onchain connectivity network . If you’ve connected to a Web3 app, you’ve seen WalletConnect. It’s everywhere—an icon of trust in crypto, as recognizable as Visa at checkout.The numbers speak for themselves: Over 220 million connections and 35 million users worldwide use WalletConnect to power their Web3 experience. @WalletConnect on X and Telegram or visit https://WalletConnect.Network
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Ledger, the world leader in digital asset security, proudly sponsors Empire podcast. Celebrating 10 years of protecting over 20% of the world’s crypto, Ledger ensures the security of your assets.For the best self-custody solution in the space, buy a LEDGER™ device and secure your crypto today.
Buy now at https://Ledger.com
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Get top market insights and the latest in crypto news. Subscribe to Blockworks Daily Newsletter: https://blockworks.co/newsletter/
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Timestamps:
00:00 Is Gold Ripping A Bad Sign?

05:05 Crypto Outperformers & Perpetual Shorts

10:56 Ads (Kraken OTC, WalletConnect)

12:47 Outlook for Equities?

22:04 MSTR, Cantor & Bitcoin

26:10 Ads (Kraken OTC, WalletConnect)

28:00 Regulation, Crypto Winners & Retail

33:54 Will Saylor Blowup?

41:34 Ads (Ledger)

42:16 Upcoming Plans

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Disclaimer: Nothing said on 1000x is a recommendation to buy or sell securities or tokens. This podcast is for informational purposes only, and any views expressed by anyone on the show are solely our opinions, not financial advice. Avi, Jonah and our guests may hold positions in the companies, funds, or projects discussed"

This week, we discuss what's driving Bitcoin higher? We deep dive into Saylor's Bitcoin flywheel, how to position ahead of earnings season, finding crypto's next big trade, privacy coins & more. Enjoy!
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Kraken OTC unlocks premium, personalized services for high-net worth individuals and institutional clients to execute large orders. Trade over chat or access our self-service automated trading feature to receive executable quotes in seconds. Get 24/7 access to private and secure trading services and deep liquidity for competitive execution. Get in touch today: https://kraken.com/blockworks
Availability of products may vary by jurisdiction. Not investment advice. Crypto trading involves risk of loss and is offered to US customers (excluding WA, NY and ME) through Payward Interactive, Inc.
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WalletConnect is the onchain connectivity network . If you’ve connected to a Web3 app, you’ve seen WalletConnect. It’s everywhere—an icon of trust in crypto, as recognizable as Visa at checkout.
The numbers speak for themselves: Over 220 million connections and 35 million users worldwide use WalletConnect to power their Web3 experience. @WalletConnect on X and Telegram or visit https://WalletConnect.Network
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Ledger, the world leader in digital asset security, proudly sponsors Empire podcast. Celebrating 10 years of protecting over 20% of the world’s crypto, Ledger ensures the security of your assets.
For the best self-custody solution in the space, buy a LEDGER™ device and secure your crypto today.
Buy now at https://Ledger.com
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Sign up to Arkham: https://auth.arkm.com/register?ref=blockworks
Eligibility varies by jurisdiction. Users residing in certain jurisdictions will be excluded from onboarding.
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Timestamps:

(0:00) Introduction

(00:43) What's Driving Bitcoin Higher?

(08:18) The Microstrategy Playbook

(15:38) Ads (Kraken OTC, WalletConnect)

(20:08) Saylor’s Bitcoin Flywheel

(26:32) State Level Adoption

(33:09) Ads (Kraken OTC, WalletConnect)

(34:59) Privacy Coins In A Multipolar World

(45:00) Ads (Ledger, Arkham)

(46:41) Will BTC Break $100k?

(49:47) Earnings Season

(51:52) Finding Value In Crypto
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Disclaimer: Nothing said on 1000x is a recommendation to buy or sell securities or tokens. This podcast is for informational purposes only, and any views expressed by anyone on the show are solely our opinions, not financial advice. Avi, Jonah and our guests may hold positions in the companies, funds, or projects discussed

In this episode, we talk about gold ripping while equities tank, Michael Saylor copycats, and focusing on quality, profitable projects in crypto. We also dig into Bitcoin options, opportunities in niche ecosystems, the 1000x terminal & more. Enjoy!

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Kraken OTC unlocks premium, personalized services for high-net worth individuals and institutional clients to execute large orders. Trade over chat or access our self-service automated trading feature to receive executable quotes in seconds. Get 24/7 access to private and secure trading services and deep liquidity for competitive execution. Get in touch today: https://kraken.com/blockworks

Availability of products may vary by jurisdiction. Not investment advice. Crypto trading involves risk of loss and is offered to US customers (excluding WA, NY and ME) through Payward Interactive, Inc.

--

WalletConnect is the onchain connectivity network . If you’ve connected to a Web3 app, you’ve seen WalletConnect. It’s everywhere—an icon of trust in crypto, as recognizable as Visa at checkout.

The numbers speak for themselves: Over 220 million connections and 35 million users worldwide use WalletConnect to power their Web3 experience. @WalletConnect on X and Telegram or visit https://WalletConnect.Network

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Ledger, the world leader in digital asset security, proudly sponsors Empire podcast. Celebrating 10 years of protecting over 20% of the world’s crypto, Ledger ensures the security of your assets.

For the best self-custody solution in the space, buy a LEDGER™ device and secure your crypto today.

Buy now at https://Ledger.com

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Get top market insights and the latest in crypto news. Subscribe to Blockworks Daily Newsletter: https://blockworks.co/newsletter/

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Timestamps:

00:00 Gold Ripping, Equities Tanking

04:49 Bitcoin & Currencies

09:05 Saylor & Copycats

12:40 Ads (Kraken OTC, WalletConnect)

14:31 Crypto’s Decoupling Moment

20:55 Bitcoin Tails Are Mispriced

23:40 Selective Alt Season

26:53 Ads (Kraken OTC, WalletConnect)

28:43 Options Strategies

32:48 Alt Seasons Are Over

38:13 Ads (Ledger)

38:55 Researching Profitable Projects

45:03 Ecosystem Opportunities

50:28 1000x Terminal

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Disclaimer: Nothing said on 1000x is a recommendation to buy or sell securities or tokens. This podcast is for informational purposes only, and any views expressed by anyone on the show are solely our opinions, not financial advice. Avi, Jonah and our guests may hold positions in the companies, funds, or projects discussed

This week, we discuss the path forward as the market comes to terms with the impact of Trump tariffs. We deep dive into how to survive the chop & trade this market, BTC vs Gold in a multipolar world, the Hyperliquid thesis, entering a new vol regime, & more. Enjoy!

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Kraken OTC unlocks premium, personalized services for high-net worth individuals and institutional clients to execute large orders. Trade over chat or access our self-service automated trading feature to receive executable quotes in seconds. Get 24/7 access to private and secure trading services and deep liquidity for competitive execution. Get in touch today: https://kraken.com/blockworks

Availability of products may vary by jurisdiction. Not investment advice. Crypto trading involves risk of loss and is offered to US customers (excluding WA, NY and ME) through Payward Interactive, Inc.

--

WalletConnect is the onchain connectivity network . If you’ve connected to a Web3 app, you’ve seen WalletConnect. It’s everywhere—an icon of trust in crypto, as recognizable as Visa at checkout.

The numbers speak for themselves: Over 220 million connections and 35 million users worldwide use WalletConnect to power their Web3 experience. @WalletConnect on X and Telegram or visit https://WalletConnect.Network

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Ledger, the world leader in digital asset security, proudly sponsors Empire podcast. Celebrating 10 years of protecting over 20% of the world’s crypto, Ledger ensures the security of your assets.

For the best self-custody solution in the space, buy a LEDGER™ device and secure your crypto today.

Buy now at https://Ledger.com

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Get top market insights and the latest in crypto news. Subscribe to Blockworks Daily Newsletter: https://blockworks.co/newsletter/

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Timestamps:

(00:00) Intro

(03:44) Surviving The Chop

(11:25) Ads (Kraken OTC, WalletConnect)

(13:15) What's Next For Markets?

(25:45) Ads (Kraken OTC, WalletConnect)

(27:35) Trading This Market

(34:03) Ads (Ledger)

(34:45) Gold & Bitcoin In A Multipolar World

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Disclaimer: Nothing said on 1000x is a recommendation to buy or sell securities or tokens. This podcast is for informational purposes only, and any views expressed by anyone on the show are solely our opinions, not financial advice. Avi, Jonah and our guests may hold positions in the companies, funds, or projects discussed