In this episode, Mike explores the most relevant topics in crypto today. He dives into Kamala Harris’ cabinet, Ripple’s settlement with the SEC, and Ethereum ETF flows to date. Additionally, he speculates on who might be the next SEC Chair after Gary Gensler. Finally, he closes with coverage of the internal debate happening within the Ethereum community and gives his take on whether or not opportunities in crypto are drying up.

Thanks for tuning in!

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Resources

Behind the Curtain: The Harris Cabinet: https://www.axios.com/2024/08/07/kamala-harris-cabinet-election

Farside ETH ETF Flows: https://farside.co.uk/?p=1518

Qiao’s Thoughts on the Ethereum Rollup Roadmap: https://x.com/QwQiao/status/1821540694390907295

TradeButWhy’s Take on Crypto Opportunities: https://x.com/tradebutwhy/status/1821464061021655246

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Timestamps:

(0:00) Introduction

(2:08) Kamala Harris Has Flipped Trump in Prediction Markets

(6:14) The Harris Cabinet

(13:00) Who Will Be the Next SEC Chair?

(15:27) Namada Ad

(16:26) Re.al Ad

(17:25) Ripple's Settlement With the SEC

(22:38) Ethereum ETF Flows

(27:50) Debates on the Direction Ethereum is Headed

(36:10) Are the Opportunities in Crypto Drying Up?

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Disclaimer: Nothing said on Bell Curve 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. Mike, Jason, Michael, Vance and our guests may hold positions in the companies, funds, or projects discussed.tt and our guests may hold positions in the companies, funds, or projects discussed.