In this Crypto Town Hall episode, we unpack the wild silver surge hitting all-time highs amid euphoric (and defensive) sentiment, while Bitcoin and crypto stay frustratingly flat. We debate why precious metals are stealing the spotlight as the go-to safe haven right now, macro cross-currents shaking things up, Bitcoin’s delayed breakout potential, self-custody hurdles, altcoin despair, and the growing role of Bitcoin-backed lending in 2026.