June 27, 2025

Bell Curve x Empire: Prediction Markets, Crypto’s Magnificent 7, and Stablecoin Growth | Roundup

43 minutes

This crossover episode is coming to you LIVE from Permissionless! Michael, Santi, Mippo, and Jason discuss the growth of prediction markets, crypto’s own “Magnificent 7” forming, Bitcoin’s dominance, and stablecoins going mainstream. Thanks for tuning in!

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Timestamps:

(0:00) Introduction

(1:20) The Growth of Prediction Markets

(4:05) Polymarket vs Kalshi's Business Models

(9:25) Ads (Arkham & Ledger)

(10:09) Is Crypto Forming Its Own Mag 7?

(18:49) Global Capital Pools and the State of Venture

(27:47) Bitcoin Dominance Is Up Only

(33:44) Ads (Arkham & Ledger)

(34:59) Verifiable Apps and the Effectiveness of the DAO

(38:10) How to Play the Stablecoin Boom

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.

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