In this episode of the VERIFIED Podcast by Bitcoin Suisse, hosts Dominic and Luca are joined by Kyle Samani, Managing Partner at Multicoin Capital and Chairman of Forward Industry. The discussion covers the recent market crash, the resilient performance of DeFi systems, and the ongoing shift from CeFi to DeFi. 

Kyle also shares his perspective on Solana’s upcoming improvements, its potential to challenge Ethereum Layer 2s, and the future of scalable blockchains. In addition, he provides insights into the thriving gold market, fiat debasement, and the evolution of financial cycles. This episode offers valuable perspectives on current events and future trends shaping the crypto landscape. 

In this episode of the Verified Podcast by Bitcoin Suisse, hosts Luca and Dominic sit down with Luca Netz, the visionary behind Pudgy Penguins, to explore the transformation of the struggling NFT project into a global billion-dollar brand. 

The discussion covers the significance of cultural impact in crypto, the role of memes in driving market dynamics, and how Pudgy Penguins is successfully bridging the gap between crypto and mainstream audiences. Luca shares insights on strategic marketing, community engagement, and the future potential of an IPO, while also exploring the broader NFT market landscape and the unique value proposition of the Pengu token. The conversation concludes with exciting details about the upcoming Pudgy Party mobile game, which aims to set new standards in the crypto gaming space. 

Podcast Highlights  

02:18 The Rise of Pudgy Penguins 
06:13 Marketing Strategy and Community Building 
12:02 Leadership and Brand Success 
15:32 The Impact of GCR on Pudgy 
21:36 Meme Coins and Market Dynamics 
25:31 The Power of Memes in Crypto 
26:18 Pudgy Penguins: A Universal Appeal 
29:25 Institutional Interest in Memes 
31:05 The Path to IPO and Revenue Goals 
35:31 Pudgy Penguin IPO 
41:51 Web3 Gaming and Pudgy Party 

Hosts  
 
🎙️ Dominic Weibel - Head of Research at Bitcoin Suisse 
🎙️ Luca Gnos – Crypto Market Analyst at Bitcoin Suisse 

Guest  

🎯 Luca Netz - Owner and CEO of Pudgy Penguins 

Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/R34DmAE40c0

Websites 

👉 Bitcoin Suisse: https://www.bitcoinsuisse.com/ 
👉 Pudgy Penguins: https://www.pudgypenguins.com/ 
👉 Igloo: https://www.igloo.inc/  

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In this episode of the Verified Podcast by Bitcoin Suisse, hosts Dominic Weibel and Wolfgang Vitale dive deep into the future of AI and blockchain with Trent McConaghy, a visionary entrepreneur who's been at the forefront of both fields for over 25 years.

This fascinating conversation explores the intersection of AI and blockchain, the path toward Artificial General Intelligence (AGI) and Artificial Super Intelligence (ASI), and how brain-computer interfaces might be humanity's bridge to staying relevant in an age of super-intelligent machines. Trent shares his unique perspective on sovereign AI, the energy bottlenecks facing AI development, and his bold vision for human enhancement through high-bandwidth brain-computer interfaces.

From Ocean Protocol to the future of human consciousness, this episode challenges conventional thinking about what it means to be human in an age of rapidly advancing artificial intelligence. It's a mind-expanding discussion that'll leave you questioning everything you thought you knew about the future.

In this episode of the Verified Podcast by Bitcoin Suisse, hosts Dominic and Laurent welcome back Matthew Sigel, head of digital asset research at VanEck. They discuss the rising dominance of Bitcoin, Bitcoin's resilience, and its performance compared to traditional assets. Matthew provides insights into the evolution of VanEck's digital asset strategies, including Bitcoin ETFs and a new Node fund focusing on companies engaged in blockchain technology. The conversation delves into Bitcoin's market cap, correlations with traditional risk assets, the future of corporate Bitcoin treasury strategies, and the increasing institutional demand for Bitcoin ETFs. They also touch on the interplay between Bitcoin mining and AI, challenges related to Bitcoin's security budget, and regulatory developments impacting the digital assets landscape. Finally, Matthew offers a hypothetical approach to constructing an on-chain portfolio with a focus on Bitcoin and a diversified selection of other digital assets.


In this episode of the Verified Podcast by Bitcoin Suisse, dYdX Foundation CEO Charles d'Haussy discusses their journey from Ethereum to a sovereign chain, the evolution of DeFi, and his vision for the future of decentralized derivatives trading.

The conversation explores recent market dynamics, regulatory shifts, and strategies for expanding DeFi adoption through strategic partnerships with CeFi platforms.

In this episode of the Verified Podcast by Bitcoin Suisse, the hosts explore crypto trends and insights from their Outlook 2025 publication.

The discussion features key predictions for 2025, a review of previous forecasts, and analysis of major developments including Bitcoin's $100K milestone, Ethereum's technological evolution, and the crypto implications of US elections.

The conversation covers ETFs, DeFi innovations, regulatory frameworks, and concludes with additional predictions that didn't make the final report.

In this episode of the Verified Podcast, co-hosts Dominic Weibel and Laurent Irgolic chat with Yat Siu, co-founder of Animoca Brands, about the future of the internet and the exciting possibilities of Web3, blockchain, and digital assets. Yat shares his journey from being a classically trained musician to becoming a tech entrepreneur, offering a unique perspective on how the internet has evolved - from the early days of Web1 to the decentralized vision of Web3, where users can truly own their digital assets.

The conversation covers the pivotal role Animoca Brands has played in the NFT space, why digital property rights matter, and how blockchain could change the way we think about capitalism, economic opportunity, and ownership. If you’re curious about where Web3 and decentralized gaming are headed, or just want to understand what all the NFT buzz is really about, this episode is for you.

It’s a down-to-earth, engaging discussion that’ll give you a clearer picture of how these technologies might shape the future. Don’t miss it!

In this episode of Verified by Bitcoin Suisse, co-hosts Laurent and Dominic are joined by Will Clemente, the legendary on-chain wizard and co-founder of Reflexivity Research.

They talk about a broad range of topics from the mid- to long-term outlook for crypto markets in light of recent developments such as the Mt. Gox repayments, the German Government selling their entire BTC stack, institutional interest in Bitcoin and Ethereum, the role of Bitcoin and crypto in the U.S. presidential elections, to the regulatory dynamics shaping the industry.

Will shares his journey from a college student working night shifts to becoming a prominent voice on Crypto Twitter. The conversation covers the impact of ETF flows and the role of liquidity, the trio discusses the intriguing future of Ethereum and why TradFi is likely going to salivate over ETH as an asset.

Will also expresses his opinion on Solana, the importance of risk taking for the young folks and how he believes “Boomers” will likely put together their crypto portfolios.

Dominic, Laurent and Will also dive into the current macro situation and discuss the potential way forward for the Federal Reserve when it comes to interest rates and what it could mean for the markets.

Join co-hosts Wolfgang and Dominic, alongside Ethereum researcher and expert Justin Drake for the third episode of the Verified Podcast by Bitcoin Suisse, as they dive into Ethereum's performance and its potential to outshine Bitcoin in market dominance, known as the 'Flippening'.

This episode covers the dynamics between ETH and BTC, the technological and economic strengths of Ethereum, and the future of decentralized finance (DeFi) and blockchain security. Key discussions include Ethereum's monetary policy, the importance of liquid staking and restaking, and the impact of regulatory changes on institutional demand.

Additionally, Justin provides insights into the future of Layer 2 revenue sources, emphasizing the significance of congestion, the transition to decentralized sequencing, and the rise of zero-knowledge proofs. This episode provides a thought-provoking look at the potential vulnerabilities of Bitcoin and sheds light on Ethereum's path forward in the evolving crypto landscape.

Welcome to the second episode of the Verified Podcast by Bitcoin Suisse. This time, we are joined by Matt Hougan, Chief Investment Officer at Bitwise. Matt leads the charge at Bitwise, a company at the forefront of managing cryptocurrency assets. With a rich background of 15 years in finance, particularly in ETFs, Matt brings a wealth of knowledge about both traditional finance and the cryptocurrency markets.

In our discussion, we delve into the rapid growth of Bitcoin ETFs and the bright prospects for digital assets in the institutional arena. Matt highlights the similarities between the early challenges faced by ETFs and cryptocurrencies, noting how both have significantly influenced the finance sector despite initial skepticism.

We also explore the success of BTC Spot ETFs, the growing interest in Ethereum ETFs, and the implications of institutional investments in the cryptocurrency market. Matt predicts ‘The Everything Season’, driven by new investments from institutional players and the existing wealth within the crypto community.

Furthermore, we touch on the latest Ethereum upgrade, the concept of decentralized physical infrastructure (DePIN), Matt's predictions for Bitcoin's price and the adoption of crypto-native applications.

Tune in to gain valuable insights into the future of finance and cryptocurrencies from one of the industry's leading experts.