In this episode, we discuss the market’s reaction to Trump’s tariff pivots, global trade tensions, and where stablecoins fit into all of it. We also explore the potential of crypto as the last truly global market, and why we believe the IPO & TGE window has closed.

Thanks for tuning in!

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Eligibility varies by jurisdiction. Users residing in certain jurisdictions will be excluded from onboarding. 

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Marinade is the premier staking delegation platform on Solana, bringing billions in liquidity and security to the Solana network, and connecting SOL holders to the best staking rates.

Since launching in 2021, Marinade has expanded their suite of products to provide solutions for both DeFi users and TradFi, including liquid and native staking, as well as direct enterprise integrations. 

To learn more about Marinade, follow the link below: https://marinade.finance/?utm_source=blockworks&utm_medium=partnerships&utm_campaign=podcast

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Trade today at https://desk.exchange/?register-channel=BWpodcast and follow @TradeOnDESK on X!

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Timestamps:

(0:00) Introduction

(4:30) The Markets Going Forward

(7:49) Separating Main Street From Wall Street

(14:38) Ads (Arkham & Marinade)

(15:12) The Trade Deficit & Stablecoin Demand

(24:23) Global Trust in US Markets & AI 2027

(34:08) Ads (Arkham & Marinade)

(35:21) Open Source Strategy

(41:02) Stablecoin Legislation

(44:11) Ads (Desk & Morpho)

(45:06) The IPO & TGE Window is Closed

(48:26) SPAC City

(53:23) IBC Eureka Goes Live & Ripple Acquires Hidden Road

(1:03:31) Crypto's Fundamental Transition

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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.