This episode covers the dramatic rescue of Ledger's co-founder following a ransom demand, Binance's entry into Uzbekistan's crypto market, and the surge in crypto hiring as Wall Street and startups expand digital-asset plans. We also explore the creation of new cryptocurrencies, Musk's interest in blockchain for government efficiency, and railway companies' blockchain ticketing innovations.

Sources:

https://cryptopotato.com/ledger-co-founder-and-wife-rescued-following-ransom-demand-in-crypto-kidnapping/

https://thepaypers.com/cryptocurrencies/biance-enters-uzbekistans-crypto-asset-market--1271852

https://www.businessinsider.com/recruiters-massive-uptick-crypto-hiring-regulation-2025-1

https://www.businessinsider.com/coinbase-ceo-brian-armstrong-million-new-coins-listed-weekly-2025-1

https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/international/global-trends/musk-exploring-blockchain-use-in-us-government-efficiency-effort/articleshow/117558439.cms

https://www.biometricupdate.com/202501/railway-companies-look-to-digital-ids-facial-biometrics-and-blockchain-for-ticketing