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  • GPT-5, Trump’s Crypto Executive Order, and Ethereum’s Bullish Saga | Roundup

    In this week’s Roundup, we discuss the release of GPT-5, Trump’s Fed Governor appointment and macro policy shifts, Trump’s executive order to ease the path for private assets and crypto to be included in 401(k)s, Ethereum's institutional momentum, and emerging DeFi yield structures.

    Thanks for tuning in!

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    Katana is a DeFi-first chain built for deep liquidity and real yield, by redirecting chain revenue back to active DeFi users. The 1 billion KAT campaign is live. Bridge and deposit directly into vaults in one simple click and start earning immediately on your ETH, BTC, USDC, and more. 


    Go to app.katana.network to check it out. 

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    EigenLayer just launched EigenCloud - the infrastructure powering crypto's "cloud era." Like AWS transformed the internet, EigenCloud gives any developer cloud-grade programmability with crypto-grade verifiability. EIGEN stakers earn from the entire verifiable economy flywheel. Follow @eigenlayer on X to learn more.


    This is not financial advice.  Investing in blockchain-based assets like the EIGEN token involves significant risk, including the potential loss of your entire investment. By participating, you are agreeing to EigenCloud’s terms and conditions apply.

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    Timestamps:

    (0:00) Introduction

    (1:33) OpenAI Releases GBT-5

    (12:47) Ads (Katana & Eigen)

    (13:41) Trump Appoints Stephen Miran as Fed Governor

    (19:48) Trump's 401k Executive Order

    (32:44) Ads (Katana & Eigen)

    (34:18) Tom Lee's Bullish Saga Continues

    (45:41) DeFi Catalysts

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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, and our guests may hold positions in the companies, funds, or projects discussed.

    59 min
  • Empire Cross-Post: The Bull Case For GLXY With Duncan & Rittenhouse Research

    Gm! This week, Duncan and Matt join Yano to dive into Galaxy’s unique business model and how it’s perfectly positioned for the AI, crypto and datacenter narratives as we move into the future. 

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    Arkham is a crypto exchange and a blockchain analytics platform. Arkham allows crypto traders and investors to look inside the wallets of the best traders, largest funds and most influential players in crypto, and then act on that information. 


    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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    Start your day with crypto news, analysis and data from Katherine Ross.

    Subscribe to the Empire newsletter: https://blockworks.co/newsletter/empire?utm_source=podcasts

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    Timestamps:

    (0:00) Introduction

    (2:33) Unpacking Galaxy

    (6:37) Bitcoin Mining

    (14:05) Crypto Business

    (16:05) Arkham Ad

    (16:30) Galaxy’s Products

    (23:41) Goldman Sachs’ Valuation

    (30:57) Data Center Business

    (41:37) Arkham Ad

    (42:18) Galaxy’s Business Evolution

    (51:46) Economics Explored

    (59:13) Data Center Developments

    (1:11:12) Challenges

    (1:24:01) GLXY Stock Analysis

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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.

    1 hr 33 min
  • Inside Crypto’s Credit Revival With Sid Powell | Roundup

    In this episode, we’re joined by Maple Finance CEO and Co-Founder, Sid Powell, to discuss the evolving crypto credit landscape. We dive into the SEC’s Project Crypto initiative, institutional demand, structural shifts in DeFi lending post-Genesis, the rise of yield-bearing stablecoins, market indicators of leverage buildup, and the path toward DeFi 2.0 with improved transparency, regulation, and scalability.


    Thanks for tuning in!

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    Katana is a DeFi-first chain built for deep liquidity and real yield, by redirecting chain revenue back to active DeFi users. The 1 billion KAT campaign is live. Bridge and deposit directly into vaults in one simple click and start earning immediately on your ETH, BTC, USDC, and more. 


    Go to app.katana.network to check it out. 

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    EigenLayer just launched EigenCloud - the infrastructure powering crypto's "cloud era." Like AWS transformed the internet, EigenCloud gives any developer cloud-grade programmability with crypto-grade verifiability. EIGEN stakers earn from the entire verifiable economy flywheel. Follow @eigenlayer on X to learn more.


    This is not financial advice.  Investing in blockchain-based assets like the EIGEN token involves significant risk, including the potential loss of your entire investment. By participating, you are agreeing to EigenCloud’s terms and conditions apply.

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    Follow Sid: https://x.com/syrupsid

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    Timestamps:

    (0:00) Introduction

    (2:23) SEC Launches Project Crypto

    (7:20) Institutional Demand

    (9:58) Ads (Katana & Eigen)

    (10:52) The Lending Landscape Today

    (17:58) Borrowing to Short

    (21:03) Centralized Lenders

    (23:15) What is DeFi 2.0?

    (27:17) Ads (Katana & Eigen)

    (28:50) Crypto's Origination Landscape

    (35:14) Lending Flow

    (40:27) Regulatory Hurdles

    (42:39) Growth Vectors

    (50:21) Potential Market Convergence

    (57:08) Where is Leverage Building Up?

    (1:04:08) Checking Market Health

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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, and our guests may hold positions in the companies, funds, or projects discussed.

    1 hr 11 min
  • Forward Guidance: Threat to Fed Independence is Un-Anchoring Inflation Expectations | Jens Nordvig

    In this episode, PhD Economist Jens Nordvig breaks down the evolving macro environment marked by waning Fed independence, shifting capital flows, and a weakening U.S. dollar. He explains how tariff shocks, long-end bond dynamics, and geopolitical tensions are reshaping global investment behavior and challenging the traditional safe-haven role of U.S. assets. Jens also outlines the structural phases of de-dollarization, central bank reserve diversification, and how these factors may signal a long-term dollar downtrend. Enjoy!

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    Katana is a DeFi-first chain built for deep liquidity and real yield, by redirecting chain revenue back to active DeFi users. The 1 billion KAT campaign is live. Bridge and deposit directly into vaults in one simple click and start earning immediately on your ETH, BTC, USDC, and more. 


    Go to app.katana.network to check it out. 

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    EigenLayer just launched EigenCloud - the infrastructure powering crypto's "cloud era." Like AWS transformed the internet, EigenCloud gives any developer cloud-grade programmability with crypto-grade verifiability. EIGEN stakers earn from the entire verifiable economy flywheel. Follow @eigenlayer on X to learn more.


    This is not financial advice.  Investing in blockchain-based assets like the EIGEN token involves significant risk, including the potential loss of your entire investment. By participating, you are agreeing to EigenCloud’s terms and conditions apply.

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    Follow Jens: https://x.com/jnordvig

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    Forward Guidance Telegram: https://t.me/+CAoZQpC-i6BjYTEx

    Forward Guidance Newsletter: https://blockworks.co/newsletter/forwardguidance

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    Timestamps:

    (0:00) Introduction

    (3:21) Unpacking the Current Regime

    (7:43) US Macro Overview

    (8:18) Ads (Katana & Eigen)

    (9:15) US Macro Overview

    (13:44) FX & Dollar Hedging

    (18:55) Tariff Impact on Capital Flows

    (24:55) Diversifying Central Bank Reserves

    (28:56) What’s Holding Up the Dollar?

    (29:38) Ads (Katana & Eigen)

    (31:12) What’s Holding Up the Dollar?

    (36:02) Un-anchoring Inflation Expectations

    (41:04) Bond Yields, Fiscal & the Fed

    (48:10) US Growth & Investment

    (50:03) Fed Cut Expectations

    (51:58) Tariff Threat Overstated?

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    Disclaimer: Nothing said on Forward Guidance 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 opinions, not financial advice. Hosts and guests may hold positions in the companies, funds, or projects discussed.

    57 min
  • Everything You Need to Know About Crypto Treasury Companies With Jeff Park | Roundup

    In this episode, we’re joined by Bitwise’s Head of Alpha Strategies, Jeff Park! We explore the financial engineering behind Bitcoin treasury companies, focusing on Michael Saylor’s capital structure innovations. We discuss convertible debt, preferred equity, market demand dynamics, options chains, in-kind contributions, tax and regulatory implications, and the sustainability of these treasury vehicles. Thanks for tuning in!

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    Arkham is a crypto exchange and a blockchain analytics platform. Arkham allows crypto traders and investors to look inside the wallets of the best traders, largest funds and most influential players in crypto, and then act on that information. 


    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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    EigenLayer just launched EigenCloud - the infrastructure powering crypto's "cloud era." Like AWS transformed the internet, EigenCloud gives any developer cloud-grade programmability with crypto-grade verifiability. EIGEN stakers earn from the entire verifiable economy flywheel. Follow @eigenlayer on X to learn more.


    This is not financial advice.  Investing in blockchain-based assets like the EIGEN token involves significant risk, including the potential loss of your entire investment. By participating, you are agreeing to EigenCloud’s terms and conditions apply.

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    Follow Jeff: https://x.com/dgt10011

    Follow Michael: https://twitter.com/im_manderson

    Follow Vance: https://twitter.com/pythianism

    Follow Mike: https://twitter.com/MikeIppolito_


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    Timestamps:

    (0:00) Introduction

    (1:49) The Convertible Debt Market

    (9:44) Preferred Shares vs Converts

    (12:19) Ads (Arkham & Eigen)

    (13:10) The Demand Side

    (21:35) How is Saylor's Strategy Possible?

    (30:47) Ads (Arkham & Eigen)

    (32:24) What Is The Investment Bank's Role?

    (37:45) Bitcoin Treasury Companies Abroad

    (45:38) What Are Treasury Companies Allowed To Do Onchain?

    (48:29) Treasury Company Financial Metrics

    (51:44) The Best Path For Ethereum Treasury Companies

    (56:56) Bitmine's Options Chain

    (1:00:05) The Impact of In-kind Contributions

    (1:03:56) The Doom Loop

    (1:08:35) Comparing Treasury Vehicles and GBTC

    (1:11:47) How Do Treasury Companies Impact Demand?

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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, and our guests may hold positions in the companies, funds, or projects discussed.

    1 hr 15 min
  • Empire Cross-Post: DC Crypto Week Takeaways With Rebecca Rettig & Alexander Grieve

    Gm! This week, Rebecca Rettig and Alexander Grieve join Jason to unpack the successful crypto week and the 3 pieces of legislation that have passed and will now impact the way stablecoins and crypto move forward in the US landscape. 

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    Katana is a DeFi-first chain built for deep liquidity and real yield, by redirecting chain revenue back to active DeFi users. The 1 billion KAT campaign is live. Bridge and deposit directly into vaults in one simple click and start earning immediately on your ETH, BTC, USDC, and more. 


    Go to app.katana.network to check it out. 

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    EigenLayer just launched EigenCloud - the infrastructure powering crypto's "cloud era." Like AWS transformed the internet, EigenCloud gives any developer cloud-grade programmability with crypto-grade verifiability. EIGEN stakers earn from the entire verifiable economy flywheel. Follow @eigenlayer on X to learn more.


    This is not financial advice.  Investing in blockchain-based assets like the EIGEN token involves significant risk, including the potential loss of your entire investment. By participating, you are agreeing to EigenCloud’s terms and conditions apply.

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    Citrea is the first zero-knowledge rollup to enhance the capabilities of Bitcoin blockspace and enable Bitcoin applications (₿apps). Citrea is optimistically verified by Bitcoin, offering the most Bitcoin-secured and native way to extend BTC’s utility to DeFi. 


    Learn more about Citrea: https://citrea.xyz/?utm_source=bellcurve&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=website_promo 


    Follow Citrea on X/Twitter for the latest on its journey to mainnet: https://x.com/citrea_xyz

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    Start your day with crypto news, analysis and data from Katherine Ross. Subscribe to the Empire newsletter: https://blockworks.co/newsletter/empire?utm_source=podcasts

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    Follow Alex: https://x.com/AlexanderGrieve

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    Follow Empire: https://twitter.com/theempirepod

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    Timestamps:

    (0:00) Introduction

    (1:38) Crypto Week Breakdown

    (6:01) GENIUS Act

    (26:03) Ads (Katana & Eigen)

    (26:57) CLARITY Act

    (37:36) CLARITY Act + ICOs

    (41:46) Ads (Katana & Eigen)

    (43:20) CLARITY Act + DeFi

    (54:01) Citrea Ad

    (54:37) ANTI-CBDC Act

    (58:11) Impacts Of These Bills

    (1:01:19) Biggest Debates On Bills

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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.

    1 hr 6 min
  • Ethereum’s Comeback, PumpFun’s ICO, and Crypto’s Regulatory Shift | Roundup

    In this episode, Mippo and Vance discuss Ethereum’s resurgence driven by institutional inflows, and stablecoin adoption. They also dive into the PUMP ICO, its market positioning, and consumer platform potential. Finally, they cover regulatory developments, including the CLARITY and GENIUS Acts, and Coinbase’s wallet rebrand. Enjoy!

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    Arkham is a crypto exchange and a blockchain analytics platform. Arkham allows crypto traders and investors to look inside the wallets of the best traders, largest funds and most influential players in crypto, and then act on that information. 


    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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    EigenLayer just launched EigenCloud - the infrastructure powering crypto's "cloud era." Like AWS transformed the internet, EigenCloud gives any developer cloud-grade programmability with crypto-grade verifiability. EIGEN stakers earn from the entire verifiable economy flywheel. Follow @eigenlayer on X to learn more.


    This is not financial advice.  Investing in blockchain-based assets like the EIGEN token involves significant risk, including the potential loss of your entire investment. By participating, you are agreeing to EigenCloud’s terms and conditions apply.

    --

    Follow Michael: https://twitter.com/im_manderson

    Follow Vance: https://twitter.com/pythianism

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    Timestamps:

    (0:00) Introduction

    (2:00) Ethereum's Massive Shift

    (14:01) Ads (Arkham & Eigen)

    (14:52) The PUMP ICO

    (26:11) PumpFun's Buyback & Outlook

    (34:26) Ads (Arkham & Eigen)

    (36:03) The CLARITY Act Passes

    (41:59) Coinbase's Rebrand and Next Steps

    (54:56) The GENIUS Act Passes

    (56:21) Robert Leshner's Treasury Company

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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, and our guests may hold positions in the companies, funds, or projects discussed.

    1 hr
  • Empire Cross-Post: The Crypto Treasury Playbook With Ben Forman & Josh Solesbury From ParaFi Capital

    Gm! Ben Forman and Josh Solesbury from ParaFi Capital join Yano for this episode to dive into all the details, developments, the good and the bad and the future for publicly traded crypto vehicles!

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    Katana is a DeFi-first chain built for deep liquidity and high yield. No empty emissions, just real yield and sequencer fees routed back to DeFi users. 


    Pre-deposit now: Earn high APRs with Turtle Club https://app.turtle.club/campaigns/katana or spin the wheel with Katana Krates https://app.katana.network/krates

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    Citrea is the first zero-knowledge rollup to enhance the capabilities of Bitcoin blockspace and enable Bitcoin applications (₿apps). Citrea is optimistically verified by Bitcoin, offering the most Bitcoin-secured and native way to extend BTC’s utility to DeFi. 


    Learn more about Citrea: https://citrea.xyz/?utm_source=bellcurve&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=website_promo 


    Follow Citrea on X/Twitter for the latest on its journey to mainnet: https://x.com/citrea_xyz

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    Start your day with crypto news, analysis and data from Katherine Ross. Subscribe to the Empire newsletter: https://blockworks.co/newsletter/empire?utm_source=podcasts

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    Join the Empire Telegram: https://t.me/+CaCYvTOB4Eg1OWJh

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    Timestamps:

    (0:00) Introduction

    (1:53) Parafi Investor Letter

    (2:41) Digital Asset Treasuries Overview Today

    (10:03) Katana Ad

    (10:24) Why Q2 + Q3 For Public Crypto

    (15:36) Largest Convertible Issuer

    (22:18) Scale of Public Crypto Treasury Vehicles

    (23:49) Katana Ad

    (24:22) Green Flags To Launch A Treasury Company

    (37:10) Reputational Risks

    (40:38) Why don't Treasury vehicles Impact native token price action

    (48:35) Citrea Ad

    (49:11) Crypto Treasury Vehicles For Top 50

    (56:13) Low Capital Market Crypto Liquidity

    (58:33) Top Signals

    (1:05:20) The End Game

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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.

    1 hr 14 min
  • Robinhood’s L2, Pump’s TGE, and Suitgate | Roundup

    In this episode, Mippo dives into Pump’s token launch and competitive pressures in the launchpad space, Robinhood’s onchain stock derivatives and Arbitrum-based L2 plans, and the prediction market controversy surrounding Zelensky’s attire.Thanks for tuning in!

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    Resources


    Pump’s TGE & Launchpad Wars: https://x.com/_ryanrconnor/status/1943348190381543769

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    Arkham is a crypto exchange and a blockchain analytics platform. Arkham allows crypto traders and investors to look inside the wallets of the best traders, largest funds and most influential players in crypto, and then act on that information. 


    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. 

    --

    EigenLayer just launched EigenCloud - the infrastructure powering crypto's "cloud era." Like AWS transformed the internet, EigenCloud gives any developer cloud-grade programmability with crypto-grade verifiability. EIGEN stakers earn from the entire verifiable economy flywheel. Follow @eigenlayer on X to learn more.


    This is not financial advice.  Investing in blockchain-based assets like the EIGEN token involves significant risk, including the potential loss of your entire investment. By participating, you are agreeing to EigenCloud’s terms and conditions apply.

    --

    Follow Michael: https://twitter.com/im_manderson

    Follow Vance: https://twitter.com/pythianism

    Follow Mike: https://twitter.com/MikeIppolito_


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    Join the Bell Curve Telegram group: https://t.me/+nzyxAvQ0Xxc3YTEx

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    Timestamps:

    (0:00) Introduction

    (2:46) Pump's TGE & Launchpad Wars

    (13:51) Ads (Arkham & Eigen)

    (14:42) Robinhood's Onchain Stocks & Arbitrum L2

    (25:17) Ads (Arkham & Eigen)

    (26:53) Thoughts on Suitgate

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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, and our guests may hold positions in the companies, funds, or projects discussed.

    35 min
  • Permissionless: America’s DeFi Renaissance | Eugene Chen & Merlin Egalite

    In this episode, we went live from Permissionless with Eugene Chen, Co-founder and CEO of Ellipsis Labs, and Merlin Egalite, Co-founder of Morpho, to explore the resurgence of DeFi activity in the U.S. driven by emerging regulatory clarity around stablecoins and market structure. We also discuss U.S. dollar dominance in stablecoins, institutional adoption, the role of front-end regulation, real-world asset tokenization, and the potential for global financial systems to move onchain. Thanks for tuning in!

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    Katana is a DeFi-first chain built for deep liquidity and high yield. No empty emissions, just real yield and sequencer fees routed back to DeFi users. 


    Pre-deposit now: Earn high APRs with Turtle Club https://app.turtle.club/campaigns/katana or spin the wheel with Katana Krates https://app.katana.network/krates

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    Ledger, the global leader in digital asset security, proudly sponsors Bell Curve! As Ledger celebrates 10 years of securing 20% of global crypto, it remains the top choice for securing your assets. Buy a LEDGER™ device now, and build confidently, knowing your BTC, ETH, SOL, and more are safe.


    Buy now on https://shop.ledger.com/?r=1da180a5de00.

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    Citrea is the first zero-knowledge rollup to enhance the capabilities of Bitcoin blockspace and enable Bitcoin applications (₿apps). Citrea is optimistically verified by Bitcoin, offering the most Bitcoin-secured and native way to extend BTC’s utility to DeFi. 


    Learn more about Citrea: https://citrea.xyz/?utm_source=bellcurve&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=website_promo 


    Follow Citrea on X/Twitter for the latest on its journey to mainnet: https://x.com/citrea_xyz

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    Follow Eugene: https://x.com/0xShitTrader

    Follow Merlin: https://x.com/MerlinEgalite

    Follow MonetSupply: https://x.com/MonetSupply

    Follow Mike: https://x.com/MikeIppolito_


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    Timestamps:

    (0:00) Introduction

    (2:39) American DeFi

    (5:56) Stablecoin Regulation and Its Impact on DeFi

    (11:14) Ads (Katana & Ledger)

    (11:53) Serving US Users and Regulatory Compliance

    (23:49) Ads (Katana & Ledger)

    (24:57) Will DeFi Front Ends Be Targeted By Regulation?

    (29:59) Bringing RWAs Onchain

    (39:25) Citrea Ad

    (40:01) The 5 Year Vision For DeFi

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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.

    44 min

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Bell Curve breaks down the most important themes in crypto for people who, like us, are confined to the middle of the bell curve. Each season explores a different thesis that we'll test and refine through debate with crypto's best. If you're a crypto native, degen or investooor, this podcast is for you.

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