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Oct 17, 2023 • 16min

Meet Bitcoin's New CMO: Larry Fink

Larry Fink, CEO of BlackRock, discusses the increased demand for crypto. Topics include fake news, consequences for Coin Telegraph, Bitcoin ETF approval, Gary Gensler's role at the SEC, UK regulations for crypto firms, and controversy surrounding Uniswap's fee implementation.
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Oct 16, 2023 • 14min

SEC Doesn't Appeal Grayscale Decision: What It Means

SEC decides not to appeal Grayscale decision. Fake news about Bitcoin Spot ETF causes market volatility. Discussion on DCG legal battles and potential impact on grayscale approval. California's new crypto regulations and concerns about DeFi. Secretary Blinken's visit to Israel to secure oil supply and its implications on global markets.
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Oct 15, 2023 • 9min

What Jim Cramer Doesn't Get About Bitcoin

Jim Cramer, a traditional investor lacking understanding of Bitcoin, discusses the confusion surrounding 'Mr. Bitcoin' and his recommendation of gold. The podcast also covers Bitcoin's current state, regulatory pressure on altcoins, and the impact of institutional Bitcoin ETF applications. It explores the potential shift in perception of Bitcoin if FTX creditors return is successful, highlighting its differentiation from traditional finance.
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Oct 14, 2023 • 36min

SBF Trial, ETF Progress, JPM Onyx Milestone: The Crypto Weekly Recap

Discussion on the SBF trial, ETF market, and JP Morgan's involvement in real world assets. Emphasis on the importance of accountability in the crypto industry and holding executives accountable for fraudulent acts. Analysis of the ongoing trial of Sam Bacon Fried, citing evidence of fraud. Analysis of the FTX buyout, fake balance sheets, and involvement of politicians. Discussion on the impact of actions on the last market cycle and use of blockchain collateral systems. Exploration of confusion and speculation in the crypto industry regarding a share buyback offer and the SBF trial.
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Oct 14, 2023 • 20min

The Most Shocking Details of Caroline Ellison's Damning SBF Testimony

Caroline Ellison, prosecutions star witness in the case against Sam Bankman-Fried, reveals shocking details including massive bribes to Chinese officials, use of signal and self-deleting message apps, a bribery plan involving Thai prostitutes, and $100 million spent on bribes.
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Oct 13, 2023 • 12min

Bitcoin Spot ETF Approval Incoming?

In this podcast, the host covers promising news on the Bitcoin Spot ETF approval, discusses JP Morgan's tokenization platform, highlights the challenges within the Republican party, and explores the stabilization of Bitcoin volumes and the upcoming SEC deadline.
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Oct 11, 2023 • 14min

Crypto Industry Faces Terrorist Financing Accusations

The podcast explores the accusation of the crypto industry facilitating terrorist financing, including how terrorist groups have raised millions through crypto. It also discusses the ongoing trial of Sam Bangman and the impactful testimony given by Carolyn Ellison. Additionally, the chapter delves into the transparency of blockchains and the regulatory issues in the crypto industry.
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Oct 10, 2023 • 17min

Gary Wang and the Alameda Grift History

Former FTX CTO, Gary Wang, reveals improper relationship and special privileges between FTX and Alameda research. Alameda took advantage of undisclosed benefits, resulted in overdrawn accounts by $8 billion. Also explores the increase in Alameda's credit line, reaching an effectively infinite credit line of $65 billion.
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Oct 8, 2023 • 10min

An Analyst Warns on TUSD, stUSDT, and Huobi/HTX

This podcast episode explores the allegations of deception and manipulation involving Justin Sun, TUSD, stUSDT, and Huobi/HTX. It also discusses the questionable trading activities surrounding STUSDT, USDC, and TUSD. Additionally, the episode highlights concerns about USD liquidity, fraudulent stablecoins, and the need for accountability in the crypto space.
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Oct 7, 2023 • 29min

Crypto's Biggest Ally Could Be the Next Speaker of the House

The hosts discuss the SBF Trial, the potential of Tom Emmer becoming the next Speaker of the House, the lackluster launch of ETH futures, the current state of Bitcoin, and the correlation between cryptocurrency and traditional financial markets. They also talk about the trial of Sam Bankman Fried and the impact of having a crypto-friendly Speaker of the House.

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