Cap is joined by guest cohosts Legendary and Riggs for a deep dive into U.S. stablecoin infrastructure, where major banks like JPMorgan and Citi are exploring patent-backed consortium models to shape the future of digital dollars. Joe (Warped Joe) joins to explain how validator geography can bring global crypto transactions under U.S. patent law, triggering a rush for fintech acquisitions. Later in the show, a sudden tariff threat from Trump sends markets into a tailspin, prompting discussion on macro volatility, crypto resilience, and whether Bitcoin’s strength can withstand prolonged global trade disruption. Also covered: a major wallet blacklist following an exploit on Sui and Claynosaurz’s innovative Popkin mint structure on SUI.

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Legendary - Host of Modern Market: https://x.com/legendarygainz_
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Cap and Bunchu dive into the truth behind Bitcoin Pizza Day, debunking the long-held belief that Laszlo directly bought Papa John’s with BTC and revealing that the iconic photo is staged. PizzaDAO’s Snax and Saucy join to share their 420-city global event and lay out a bold vision to tokenize independent pizza shops through Web3 infrastructure. The conversation shifts to major AI news as Cap and Bunchu react to OpenAI’s merger with Jony Ive’s firm and the coming wave of AI-native devices, plus Google’s powerful new Gemini tools and Anthropic’s anticipated Claude upgrades.

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Cap dives deep into the evolving InfoFi landscape as Cookie.fun enters the ring with its new “Snaps” system, positioning itself against Kaito’s dominant “Yaps” platform. Alongside community contributors Jonah and Joey, Cap explores how these tools are shaping the future of onchain marketing, creator incentives, and even hiring decisions across Web3. They debate whether InfoFi is the next crypto-native breakthrough or just Web2 marketing in new packaging, while also covering the surprising lack of buzz around Bitcoin’s latest all-time high and sharing top dailies for farming magical internet points.

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Cap is joined by guest cohost Bread for a deep dive into how MegaETH is capturing builder mindshare through selective onboarding and a globally distributed co-living accelerator. Bread shares the strategy behind MegaETH’s rise as a top-performing modular L2 and how his role evolved from community lead to narrative architect. The second half shifts to Pendle’s integration with Kaito staking, where Bread explains how he’s earning 50% APY by facilitating yield farming in a passive, risk-managed way. The conversation also touches on Avalanche’s Red Bull Stadium partnership, Cardano’s controversial token sweep, and what stablecoin profits reveal about Web3 power dynamics.

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Cap is joined by guest cohost BCheque from Modern Market for a deep discussion on the rise of content-driven value in Web3. They explore how Kaito has reshaped crypto media incentives and why thoughtful, authentic insight is now the most powerful currency on CT. Later in the episode, Clutch Market founder SimpleFarmer joins to showcase their new parlay betting app on ApeChain, which combines Polymarket data, NFT-based tickets, and peer-to-peer cashouts to revolutionize Web3 betting. The show closes with discussion around the future of gambling onchain, Polymarket’s mainstream credibility, and what it means to build real consumer apps in crypto.

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BCheque – Founder and Host of Modern Market: https://x.com/BCheque1

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Cap and Steve kick off the episode with a breakdown of Coinbase’s recent data breach, debating its broader implications for crypto users and why even partial leaks tied to onchain identity pose serious risks. Later, the Doodles product team joins to explain their multi-chain strategy, why they launched $DOOD on Solana, and how DreamNet aims to decentralize IP creation through user-generated AI agents. The conversation highlights Doodles’ upcoming alpha launch, broader B2B potential, and how they’re balancing brand building with tech innovation. Bonus updates include Lord of the Files, merch drops, and Beezie’s latest claw machine expansion.

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Cap and Steve celebrate Coffee with Captain’s 900th episode while diving into growing skepticism around NFT-linked airdrops and token launches. They debate the value gap between Pudgy Penguins and Bored Apes, question why founders continue to repeat avoidable mistakes during TGE rollouts, and reflect on how alignment across Web3 has deteriorated since 2021. The conversation also previews Clutch’s parlay betting app launching on ApeChain and features an AI deep dive with Bunchu after Billy correctly picked the Kentucky Derby winner. In the final segment, they unpack the alarming Coinbase support breach that leaked customer data

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Cap and Steve unpack the $20 million sale of the CryptoPunks IP from Yuga Labs to a newly formed nonprofit, debating whether the move marks a smart strategic refocus or a missed opportunity for Yuga's original Web3 ambitions. They also call out the lack of transparency in Ethos’ recent validator NFT drop, where some contributors were snubbed in favor of low-activity recipients. The second half pivots to Abstract Chain strategy, where XP farming mechanics and Big Pudgy NFT bonuses are driving a fresh round of speculation and optimization.

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Cap and Steve explore the evolving role of creator economics in Web3 through the rise of Kaito’s yap-to-earn model, with Phunky revealing he earned $6,400 from Polkadot incentives in a single month. They discuss Flow’s surprising developer growth and renewed DeFi activity, contrast it with Blast’s apparent collapse, and highlight Coinbase’s entry into the S&P 500 as a milestone for crypto’s legitimacy. The Beezie-powered Clawfee with Captain segment returns with a revamped interface and three community participants testing their luck at collectible pulls.

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Frank officially stepped down as CEO of DeGods, prompting a passionate community debate about broken promises, failed execution, and trend-chasing across multiple chains and token experiments. Cap, Steve, and former ambassador Jack reflect on the project’s rise and fall, contrasting its chaotic trajectory with the steady, brand-focused approach of collections like VeeFriends. They also touch on bullish Bitcoin moves, easing U.S.-China tariffs, and a fresh $1.34B MicroStrategy buy.

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