Crypto Curious

Welcome back to Crypto Curious, where we break down the week's biggest stories in the crypto world for beginners and beyond!

Today, we’re diving into Trump’s crypto executive orders—what do they mean for the industry, and how could they change the game?

Then, we’ll unpack the DeepSeek sell-off drama that’s rocking crypto and tech markets—what’s fueling the panic, and what should you know?

And finally, a wild twist in crypto security: the Ledger co-founder’s kidnapping—he’s been freed in France, but what does this mean for the safety of our digital assets?

Grab your airpods, stay curious, and let’s explore the headlines shaping the future of crypto!

TIMESTAMPS

2:05 Trumps executive orders - what they mean for the crypto market!

11:15 Deepseek and the AI taking on OpenAI - why it also hits the crypto portfolios

14:42 Leder Founder Kidnapped - his finger severed before he was rescued.

17:40 Short, sharp news bites

🎧 Let’s get started!

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This week, Blake & Tracey are joined by Ciaran Lyons - journalist for Cointelegraph and we waste no time diving into the $TRUMP and $MELANIA memecoin frenzy that sent shockwaves through the crypto world. From the hype to the letdown, we’ll unpack Trump’s inauguration buzz and his still-unmet crypto promises.

Ready to play the Trump card? Let’s dive in! 🚀

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SHOW NOTES

Find Ciaran Lyons on LinkedIn

21:52 Coinbase - Crypto backed loans

23:34 Stand with Crypto - Brisbane

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In the spirit of reconciliation, Equity Mates Media and the hosts of Crypto Curious acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea, and community. We pay our respects to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people today.

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Crypto Curious is a product of Equity Mates Media.

This podcast is intended for educational and entertainment purposes. Any advice is general advice only and has not taken into account your personal financial circumstances, needs, or objectives.

Before acting on general advice, you should consider if it is relevant to your needs and read the relevant Product Disclosure Statement. And if you are unsure, please speak to a financial professional.

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🎙️ Welcome back to Crypto Curious!

This week, we’ve got a jam-packed episode you won’t want to miss:

• Market Moves: The crypto world never sleeps, and this week’s rollercoaster market activity proves it! We'll break down the highs, lows, and what it all means for your portfolio.
• AI Agents Becoming VC's? 🤖💼: Artificial intelligence is stepping into the venture capital game. Are bots about to decide the future of startups? We'll unpack this fascinating new trend.
• Stablecoin Wars Update: The battle for dominance in the stablecoin arena heats up. Who’s gaining ground, and what could it mean for the way we transact in the future?

Hit play now to stay ahead of the curve. Let’s dive in! 🚀

TIMESTAMPS

1:57 The market is getting muddy again!

5:51 AI16Z and Sekoia

11:28 StableWars - in a galaxy, far, far away!

15:25 Short, sharp news bites

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SHOW LINKS

Cointelegraph link from Craig

Virtuals

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If you’re enjoying these episodes please subscribe to our podcast on your preferred platform, leave a review, or share this episode with a friend or family member.

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In the spirit of reconciliation, Equity Mates Media and the hosts of Crypto Curious acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea, and community. We pay our respects to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people today.

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Crypto Curious is a product of Equity Mates Media.

This podcast is intended for educational and entertainment purposes. Any advice is general advice only and has not taken into account your personal financial circumstances, needs, or objectives.

Before acting on general advice, you should consider if it is relevant to your needs and read the relevant Product Disclosure Statement. And if you are unsure, please speak to a financial professional.

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We are back, and this week on Crypto Curious, we’re diving into two massive topics shaping the crypto landscape rather than our usual three!

First up, Bitcoin has soared back over $100K—but what’s driving the market frenzy, and what does this mean for you the investor?

Then, we explore the rise of AI agents in the crypto world. These digital powerhouses are making waves, but what are they, and how are they reshaping the future of decentralized finance?

All this plus our regular short, sharp news bites as we return to the mic for 2025.

TIMESTAMPS

2:18 Bitcoin rises again!

6:10 What point in the market cycle are we now? Plus a refresher link on the Halving

7:20 AI Agents and their transformation of the crypto space

A small list of those mentioned include:

Freysa

AIXBT

Luna

AI16Z

17:02 Short, sharp news bites

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If you’re enjoying these episodes please subscribe to our podcast on your preferred platform, leave a review, or share this episode with a friend or family member.

If you want to start investing in Bitcoin, Ethereum, Gold & Silver, you can download the Bamboo app here. Use the code CURIOUS for $10 in BTC when you sign up.

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In the spirit of reconciliation, Equity Mates Media and the hosts of Crypto Curious acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea, and community. We pay our respects to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people today.

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Crypto Curious is a product of Equity Mates Media.

This podcast is intended for educational and entertainment purposes. Any advice is general advice only and has not taken into account your personal financial circumstances, needs, or objectives.

Before acting on general advice, you should consider if it is relevant to your needs and read the relevant Product Disclosure Statement. And if you are unsure, please speak to a financial professional.

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It’s our final show of the year, and what a year it’s been! 

Later, we’ll still bring you the week’s must-know news from crypto, but first, we’re taking a step back to look at the rollercoaster ride that was 2024.

From Bitcoin smashing $100K to meme coins taking over, game-changing political moves, and the rebirth of DeFi, this year reshaped the crypto landscape in ways no one could have predicted. So, sit back as we unpack the stories, trends, and turning points that defined the crypto space this year—and set the stage for where we’re headed in 2025.

TIMESTAMPS

2:28 Bitcoin - let's talk about the OG

5:27 Trump & crypto - the romance we never knew we needed!

8:45 Memecoins (looking at you Solana)

15:10 What's coming in 2025?

23:57 Short, sharp news bites

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If you’re enjoying these episodes please subscribe to our podcast on your preferred platform, leave a review, or share this episode with a friend or family member.

If you want to start investing in Bitcoin, Ethereum, Gold & Silver, you can download the Bamboo app here. Use the code CURIOUS for $10 in BTC when you sign up.

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In the spirit of reconciliation, Equity Mates Media and the hosts of Crypto Curious acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea, and community. We pay our respects to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people today.

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Crypto Curious is a product of Equity Mates Media.

This podcast is intended for educational and entertainment purposes. Any advice is general advice only and has not taken into account your personal financial circumstances, needs, or objectives.

Before acting on general advice, you should consider if it is relevant to your needs and read the relevant Product Disclosure Statement. And if you are unsure, please speak to a financial professional.

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🎙️ Welcome to Australia's #1 Crypto Podcast! 🎙️

This week, the crypto markets are buzzing, and we’ve got the hottest updates lined up for you. 🚀

💸 Ethereum is finally pumping—hitting $4,000 USD and climbing! Is this the breakout we’ve all been waiting for?

🧐 Could David Sacks become the new Czar of Crypto, and is Paul Atkins set to rival Gary Gensler in shaping the future of regulation?

🐧 The Pudgy Penguins are making waves with their upcoming token launch, and everyone’s talking about it. Will it live up to the hype?

⚠️ And, the Hawk Tuah rug pull has left investors furious. We’ll break down what happened and the red flags you need to watch out for.

Get ready for an episode packed with insights, drama, and our regular short, sharp news bites. Let’s dive in! 🌊

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In the spirit of reconciliation, Equity Mates Media and the hosts of Crypto Curious acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea, and community. We pay our respects to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people today.

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Crypto Curious is a product of Equity Mates Media.

This podcast is intended for educational and entertainment purposes. Any advice is general advice only and has not taken into account your personal financial circumstances, needs, or objectives.

Before acting on general advice, you should consider if it is relevant to your needs and read the relevant Product Disclosure Statement. And if you are unsure, please speak to a financial professional.

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Welcome back to Crypto Curious, today, we’re diving into:

💸 Debanking and Operation Chokepoint 2.0 – Crypto founders are under fire as financial institutions cut off access without warning. What’s driving this crackdown, and what does it mean for innovation?

📈 XRP’s Wild Ride – Ripple’s comeback story is making headlines, with a 428% surge in just 30 days and a seven-year high. Is this the start of something bigger?

🍌 Justin Sun’s $6.2 Million Snack – When is a banana more than just a banana? We’ll unpack how a duct-taped fruit became a $6.2 million spectacle in the name of art.

🎨 NFT Renaissance – Blue-chip collections are booming, but Nike’s Web3 retreat has us asking: Is this comeback the real deal or just a trend?

Whether you're here for the insights, the drama, or just a laugh, we’ve got you covered.

You ready? Let’s jump in! 🚀

TIMESTAMPS

2:20 De-banking - let's break it down

7:38 XRP Gets its moment to shine!

14:21 Justin Sun's big banana!

17:41 NFT's make their big comeback

21:39 Short, sharp news bites

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In the spirit of reconciliation, Equity Mates Media and the hosts of Crypto Curious acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea, and community. We pay our respects to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people today.

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Crypto Curious is a product of Equity Mates Media.

This podcast is intended for educational and entertainment purposes. Any advice is general advice only and has not taken into account your personal financial circumstances, needs, or objectives.

Before acting on general advice, you should consider if it is relevant to your needs and read the relevant Product Disclosure Statement. And if you are unsure, please speak to a financial professional.

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This week, we’re coming to you live from Aus Crypto Con in Sydney! The audio’s not our usual standard, but we couldn’t wait to share this one with you 👊🏼!

We're obviously diving into convention highlights for those of you who couldn't attend and then we're straight into Trump’s proposed crypto advisory council and the strategic reserve. We unpack the future of the market with some bold coin predictions; plus, stick around for bonus interviews with Mark Monfort, Sergej Kunz, and Kyle Stagoll who chatted to Craig, earlier in the conference.

Let’s get into it—here’s this week’s LIVE episode of Crypto Curious!

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TIMESTAMPS

14:22 Short, sharp news bites

20:04 Guest interviews hosted by Craig Jackson

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Podcast links:

Mark Monfort from Ausdefi Asos & NotCentralised

Sergej Kunz, co-founder of 1inch Network

& Kyle Stagoll founder of Market Mastery

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In the spirit of reconciliation, Equity Mates Media and the hosts of Crypto Curious acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea, and community. We pay our respects to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people today.

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Crypto Curious is a product of Equity Mates Media.

This podcast is intended for educational and entertainment purposes. Any advice is general advice only and has not taken into account your personal financial circumstances, needs, or objectives.

Before acting on general advice, you should consider if it is relevant to your needs and read the relevant Product Disclosure Statement. And if you are unsure, please speak to a financial professional.

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Today, we're diving into three game-changing stories that could shake up the world of digital assets. First up, Trump Media makes waves with its bold move to acquire the crypto platform Bakkt—what could this mean for mainstream crypto adoption? Then, the SEC Chair himself, Gary Gensler, is in hot water with a major lawsuit. Could this be the catalyst that reshapes crypto regulation as we know it? And finally, the crypto crime saga that’s captivated headlines—Razzlekhan’s sentencing brings an end to one of the wildest stories in crypto history.

Stay tuned as we unpack what these stories mean for you, the crypto-curious investor.

TIMESTAMPS

3:21 Trump media in advanced talks to acquire Bakkt

5:54 Gary Gensler - they are coming for you!

8:52 Razzlekhan goes to the lock-up!

11:49 Short, sharp news bites

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Aus Crypto Con tickets here and use code BAMBOO20 for your discount

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If you’re enjoying these episodes please subscribe to our podcast on your preferred platform, leave a review, or share this episode with a friend or family member.

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In the spirit of reconciliation, Equity Mates Media and the hosts of Crypto Curious acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea, and community. We pay our respects to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people today.

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Crypto Curious is a product of Equity Mates Media.

This podcast is intended for educational and entertainment purposes. Any advice is general advice only and has not taken into account your personal financial circumstances, needs, or objectives.

Before acting on general advice, you should consider if it is relevant to your needs and read the relevant Product Disclosure Statement. And if you are unsure, please speak to a financial professional.

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We've got a little bit extra for you this week with a BONUS episode featuring Colton Dillon, Co-Founder of Degen. Formerly of Acorns, who then opened offices in Australia to later become Raiz, Colton talks about his involvement into crypto, and how eventually, in 2017, Ethereum took hold and his real journey began! Working on various projects across the space, Degen is now Colton's primary focus, a community token with its own blockchain - that got its start on Farcaster.

This is a really interesting listen for those of you who love the deeper workings of crypto eco-system.

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Show links:

Colton Dillion 🎩 (@cadillion) on Farcaster

Degen 🎩 (@degentokenbase) / X

Warpcast / Channel / $DEGEN

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In the spirit of reconciliation, Equity Mates Media and the hosts of Crypto Curious acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea, and community. We pay our respects to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people today.

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Crypto Curious is a product of Equity Mates Media.

This podcast is intended for educational and entertainment purposes. Any advice is general advice only and has not taken into account your personal financial circumstances, needs, or objectives.

Before acting on general advice, you should consider if it is relevant to your needs and read the relevant Product Disclosure Statement. And if you are unsure, please speak to a financial professional.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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