In the first episode of our new podcast, Connor and Nic Carter explore the implications of the upcoming Trump presidency and recent political shifts on the crypto industry. Nic shares insights from his recent trip to Washington, where he met with key members of Congress to discuss their legislative priorities with respect to crypto and technology broadly. The episode explores the implications of ending "Chokepoint 2.0," the potential for a stablecoin bill, and the need for crypto-friendly legislation. Nic also touches on challenges with the SEC, the Strategic National Bitcoin Reserve, and the future of Bitcoin and the broader crypto market. They discuss the role of corporate investments, the evolution of CoinMetrics, the founding of Castle Island Venture along with Nic’s personal journey in faith and combat sports.

Timestamps:

00:00 - Introduction

05:43 - Key Priorities for Crypto Regulation and Banking Access

08:52 - Critique of the Hagerty Bill and Discussion on Financial Thresholds

13:57 - Assessing Bitcoin's Future Amid Political Discourse

16:14 - Future of Crypto Regulation and Priorities

18:27 - Shifting Sentiments in Crypto Regulations

20:13 - Tax Incentives and Global Bitcoin Mining Dynamics

23:07 - Bitcoin Mining and Sovereign Nations' Strategies

24:53 - Startups, Bitcoin, and Market Dynamics: Insights on Crypto Trends

34:28 - Building Crypto Infrastructure: The Genesis of Castle Island

38:48 - Startups and Wiffio Moments

39:45 - Evolution of Coinmetrics: From Small Funds to Institutional Focus

41:36 - Finding Purpose Through Bitcoin and Venture Capital

43:15 - Maintaining Focus with a Small Team in VC

46:39 - Supporting Founders: The Evolving Role of Venture Capitalists

50:58 - Building a Career Through Media and Writing

53:18 - Finding Your Voice in the Digital Age: The Power of Content Creation

55:42 - Specialization and Evolution in Crypto Investing

01:00:06 - Impact of Real-Time Payments on Stablecoin Adoption

01:16:10 - From Fanboy Moments to Faith and Future Ventures

Disclaimer: The hosts and the firms they represent may hold stakes in the companies mentioned in this podcast. None of this is financial advice.