Web3 Unlocked

By Tom

🚀 Web3 moves fast, and that’s part of the fun.

Web3 Unlocked is a chill podcast where we talk about Web3 and blockchain without making it complicated. We cover what’s happening, what actually matter... more

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March 18, 2025 $1.5B ByBit Hack: How North Korea Became a Top3 BTC Holder

From hackers to Bitcoin whales—North Korea just shook the Web3 world.

In today’s episode, we dive into one of the biggest crypto heists ever:

a $1.5 billion hack on ByBit, allegedly pulled off by North Korea’s notorious Lazarus Group.

The result? The regime now holds more Bitcoin than Bhutan and El Salvador combined

—ranking #3 among global government BTC holders. 👀

We break it down:

✅ How the hack happened and where the money went

✅ Why this puts North Korea in crypto’s geopolitical spotlight

✅ The “Lazarus Bounty” program & global exchange backlash

As the line between cybercrime and nation-state strategy gets blurrier,

we ask: is this just a heist—or the dawn of a new kind of digital arms race?

Tune in and let’s unpack the wild world of crypto, geopolitics, and digital power moves.

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March 14, 2025 From Dubai to Moscow: Institutional Capital & Regulation Are Redefining Crypto

Big moves in the crypto world this week—$2 billion into Binance, a new regulatory pilot in Russia,

and a clear signal: Web3 is entering a new era of maturity.

In this episode, we break it all down:

✅ Why Abu Dhabi’s MGX just bet $2B on Binance

✅ How AI and blockchain are converging (and why it matters for DeFi)

✅ Russia’s surprising pivot—allowing qualified investors to trade crypto under a legal pilot

As capital flows in and policy frameworks evolve, one thing’s clear: the Web3 game is leveling up

—and early builders, investors, and entrepreneurs better take notes.

Hit play, stay chill, and let’s break it all down. 🚀

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March 13, 2025 Markets Shaky, ETFs on Hold: A Wild Week in Crypto

This week’s Web3 Weekly Wrap-Up dives into the chaos:

ETF delays, policy shifts, Trump’s new tariffs, and massive sell-offs across major tokens.

We cover:

✅ Why Ethereum’s trendline break has traders spooked

✅ How Solana’s token unlock drama is dragging the market down

✅ The SEC delaying altcoin ETFs again—what’s the real impact?

Plus, we take a look at what’s next for BTC, ETH, and the broader market.

Is this a fakeout, a crash, or just another shake before the next rally?

Hit play, stay chill, and let’s decode the Web3 madness together.

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March 12, 2025 SEC Softens Up, EU Stays Strict: Is the U.S. Winning the Web3 Race?

The SEC is taking a step back — and crypto might finally breathe.

In today’s episode, we unpack how the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is rethinking its hardline approach to crypto regulation.

Acting Chair Mark Uyeda is pressing pause on a controversial plan that would’ve forced many crypto firms to register as Alternative Trading Systems (ATS)

— a move that had the industry in full pushback mode.

We dive into:

✅ Why the SEC pushed for strict rules in the first place

✅ What’s changed — and why the ATS rule may be scrapped altogether

✅ What this means for global crypto regulation and the U.S. vs. EU fintech race

It’s a big moment for the crypto world—regulatory winds are shifting,

and the U.S. might just become the most crypto-friendly playground out there.

Let’s talk about what it means, what’s next,

and why this change actually matters.

Grab your coffee, hit play, and let’s get into it.

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March 11, 2025 Asia’s First Tokenized Fund: Inside the ChinaAMC HKD Digital Currency Fund Revolution

What if you could invest in a fund 24/7 with no paperwork and lower fees—all on the blockchain?

In today’s episode, we dive into the ChinaAMC HKD Digital Currency Fund, Asia’s first retail tokenized fund, and the largest of its kind globally.

✅ What is a tokenized fund (and why it’s kind of a big deal)

✅ Why this is a game-changer for retail investors

✅ Why Hong Kong is leading the global tokenization race

No jargon, no stress—just a simple guide to understanding how traditional finance meets Web3.

This fund could be the future of investing.

Let’s get into it! 💸

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March 09, 2025 White House Crypto Summit: Bitcoin Reserve, Stablecoins & Web3 Market Shifts

Big moves at the White House Crypto Summit! 🇺🇸

Trump is doubling down on crypto,

announcing a Strategic Bitcoin Reserve and pushing for stablecoin regulations to position the U.S. as the global crypto leader.

But there’s more—NFTs are crashing, AI-powered dApps are booming, and DeFi is struggling.

In this episode, we break it all down:

✅ The Bitcoin Reserve & Trump’s Pro-Crypto Agenda – What’s real & what’s hype?

✅ Stablecoins & Policy Shifts – The race to regulate before August

✅ NFT Market Crash – Why trading volumes are tanking & which projects are surviving

✅ AI dApps Are Exploding – Why AI-powered Web3 apps are the new frontier

✅ DeFi Struggles – What’s causing the downturn & which chains are still growing

Web3 is shifting fast—**is AI the future? Will DeFi bounce back? **

And can the U.S. really become the crypto capital of the world?

Tune in now to get the full scoop! 🎧

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March 08, 2025 Trump’s Bitcoin Reserve & China’s AI Power Move: The Future of Crypto & DeFi AI

Big moves are happening in Web3!

Trump just established a U.S. Strategic Bitcoin Reserve,

marking a major shift in how the government approaches digital assets.

But there’s a twist—no new BTC purchases, just holding onto seized crypto.

Meanwhile, **China is making waves with “Manus,” **

a next-gen AI agent that could revolutionize DeFi AI.

In this episode, we break it all down:

✅ Trump’s “Digital Fort Knox” – What the U.S. Crypto Reserve means for Bitcoin & altcoins

✅ China’s AI Breakthrough – How Manus is changing DeFi & AI-driven trading

✅ Market Reactions – Bitcoin’s price drop & the global financial impact

✅ What’s Next? – AI-powered crypto trading, DeFi automation, and the U.S.-China tech race

Web3 is evolving fast, and this could be the start of something huge.

**Is AI about to take over DeFi? **

Will the U.S. lead in crypto adoption?

Tune in now to find out! 🎧

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March 07, 2025 White House Crypto Summit: U.S. Strategic Crypto Reserve & Bitcoin’s Moment

Web3 is getting real at the White House! 🇺🇸

On March 7, 2025, government leaders, crypto moguls,

and policy makers will gather to discuss Bitcoin’s role in the U.S. Strategic Crypto Reserve and the future of crypto regulations.

We break down:

✅ What the U.S. crypto stockpile means for Bitcoin & altcoins

✅ How major players like Michael Saylor & Brian Armstrong are shaping the discussion

✅ The SEC, CFTC, and whether DeFi & altcoins are facing tougher rules

✅ Market reactions—will BTC moon? Will altcoins take a hit?

This summit could redefine crypto’s future in the U.S. and beyond.

Is the U.S. about to become a global crypto powerhouse? 🤔 Tune in to find out!

🎧 Grab your drink and let’s break it all down! 🚀🔥

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March 06, 2025 Blockchain Gaming’s Big Bet: THNDR’s Pivot to iGaming & SocialFi’s Future with Fomo

Web3 gaming is evolving fast—where is it heading next?

✅ This episode of Web3 Unlocked explores THNDR’s

It shift from play-to-earn gaming to Bitcoin-powered iGaming 🎰,

the rise of crypto betting, and why gaming studios are pivoting to survive.

✅ We also dive into Fomo, an upcoming SocialFi app that tracks KOLs’ crypto trades 📊

—giving users insights into what the biggest names in Web3 are buying and selling.

Tune in as we break down the trends, challenges, and future of Web3 gaming & social trading!

Subscribe the Web3 Unlocked podcast NOW!!!

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March 05, 2025 DePIN, RWAs & AI-Powered Crypto: What’s Shaping Web3?

**"The first quarter of 2025 has been a rollercoaster for Web3, with VC firms doubling down on DePIN, RWAs, and gaming. **

In this episode of Web3 Unlocked, we break down the biggest funding rounds, i

**ncluding Alchemy's $5M Web3 adoption fund, Mavryk's $5M RWA network, and The Game Company's $10M push for blockchain gaming. **

**We also explore how AI is transforming crypto trading and payments with the latest partnership between Terminus & Pumpup AI. **

Don't miss this deep dive into the future of Web3!"

🚀 Key Topics:

✅ VC investments in Web3 infrastructure

✅ The rise of RWA tokenization and DePIN

✅ Web3 gaming’s explosive growth

✅ AI-powered crypto trading & payments

✅ What these trends mean for the future of blockchain

📢 Tune in and stay ahead of the curve in Web3!

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FAQs about Web3 Unlocked:

How many episodes does Web3 Unlocked have?

The podcast currently has 52 episodes available.