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Host Jennifer Sanasie breaks down the intersection between crypto and the upcoming U.S. election."CoinDesk Daily" host Jennifer Sanasie breaks down everything you need to know ahead of the U.S. election in November, from crypto industry donations to the candidates' stance on digital assets.-This episode was hosted by Jennifer Sanasie. “CoinDesk Daily” is produced by Jennifer Sanasie and Melissa Montañez and edited by Victor Chen.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jennifer Sanasie, a cryptocurrency expert, delves into the explosive growth of wealth in the crypto market. She breaks down a recent report detailing the surge of Bitcoin millionaires and billionaires, revealing key factors driving this boom. The discussion highlights how changing regulations and increased institutional interest shape market dynamics, while also offering insights into diversification strategies for investors. It's a captivating look at the fast-evolving landscape of crypto wealth and its implications for the future.

Bitdeer went public in April 2023, and since then, it has earned consideration as one of the top 10 public bitcoin mining stocks by market cap. Today, our guest Brandon Bailey makes the case for why it deserves a spot in the top five. Welcome back to The Mining Pod! This week we are joined by Brandon Bailey (a.k.a. Bitcoin Beezy), a co-founder of Second Gate advisory and a former VP of mining at Galaxy Digital, to discuss his recent research note on Bitdeer. He argues that the public miner, which is sometimes overlooked for some combination of language barriers and the team’s geographic distance from North America, is massively undervalued. He digs into Bitdeer’s bitcoin mining business and its burgeoning ASIC miner manufacturing line to make the case that the company deserves a valuation comparable to Riot, Marathon, CleanSpark, and Core Scientific. Timestamps:00:00 Start02:11 Bitdeer Research Note03:46 Bitdeer as public company underdog08:12 2025 Projected Growth12:42 market segments14:59 Total Revenue16:10 Self mining vs hosting18:34 New ASICs23:46 ASIC manufacturing at scale30:13 Advantages of vertical integration35:08 Bitdeer can shift market segments37:03 AI & HPC41:11 AI training profitability45:34 3 AI Compute approaches50:43 Final thoughtsPublished twice weekly, "The Mining Pod" interviews the best builders and operators in the Bitcoin and Bitcoin mining landscape. Subscribe to get notifications when we publish interviews on Tuesday and a news show on Friday! 👉 Check out Bitcoin Season 2 and The Gwart Show.👉 Watch our newest documentary, The Big Empty!Follow our hosts on Twitter, @wsfoxley and @AsILayHdoling.-Thank you to our sponsor, CleanSpark, America’s Bitcoin miner! And thank you to Foreman Mining, Master Your Mining!-"The Mining Pod" is produced by Sunnyside Honey LLC with Senior Producer, Damien Somerset. Distributed by CoinDesk.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Guest Alex Botte, a partner at HackVC, shares his expertise on market trends and digital assets. They discuss the latest financial dynamics, providing listeners with essential insights into current economic conditions. Highlights include the volatility of key cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin and Ethereum, as well as the impact of Federal Reserve discussions and political events on the digital asset market. Botte’s analysis helps demystify the fluctuations in the CoinDesk 20 index, making complex trends accessible and engaging.

Preston Byrne, a crypto lawyer with expertise in regulatory challenges, joins the discussion to dissect the SEC's Wells notice to OpenSea. He evaluates the likelihood of the SEC winning a potential case and considers OpenSea's unique defense under Section 230 of the Communications Decency Act. The conversation also covers the implications of recent enforcement actions, including the Stoner Cats case and comparisons to other NFT projects. With looming elections, Preston questions if the SEC's approach reflects an overreach in the evolving crypto landscape.

Elon Musk, the tech visionary behind SpaceX and Tesla, discusses the recent dismissal of a lawsuit accusing him of manipulating Dogecoin's price. He shares his insights on crypto market dynamics as Bitcoin dips below $60,000. Meanwhile, Ryan Salame, a former FTX executive whose legal troubles are making headlines, dives into his ongoing plea deal saga. The conversation sheds light on the intersection of cryptocurrency and legal complexities, providing a thrilling glimpse into today's crypto landscape.

In this week’s news roundup, Will, Colin, and Matt cover the news regarding Rhodium’s Chapter 11 bankruptcy, and they also touch on the spree of post-halving mergers and acquisitions in bitcoin mining. Plus, what’s the deal with public bitcoin miner AI/HPC strategies? Finally, they close on the ever-persistent (and always maddening) debate over bitcoin mining’s energy use.Welcome back to The Mining Pod! Blockspace broke news this weekend that Texas-based bitcoin miner Rhodium is going bankrupt, and we follow up in today’s show about what we do and don’t know regarding the incipient restructuring. As Rhodium starts restructuring its debt, other bitcoin miners have been expanding, with mergers and acquisitions becoming the second hottest trend this summer in the mining sector. The hottest trend, though, is AI, and we’ve got the straight skinny on how public bitcoin miners are approaching the hyped-up sector. And in this week’s Cry Corner, the gang addresses yet more quibbling about Bitcoin’s energy use (when Solomon said that there’s nothing new under the sun, he was really talking about energy FUD…).Timestamps:00:00 Start01:19 Difficulty report03:27 Rhodium files for bankruptcy08:28 Bitfarms acquires Stronghold09:07 GDA expansion09:28 Cipher Mining's new site15:04 AI & HPC industry update report22:09 Cry CornerPublished twice weekly, "The Mining Pod" interviews the best builders and operators in the Bitcoin and Bitcoin mining landscape. Subscribe to get notifications when we publish interviews on Tuesday and a news show on Friday! 👉 Check out Bitcoin Season 2 and The Gwart Show.👉 Watch our newest documentary, The Big Empty!Follow our hosts on Twitter: @wsfoxley, @cbspears, @AsILayHodling, @MatthewKimmell-Thank you to our sponsor, CleanSpark, America’s Bitcoin miner! And thank you to Foreman Mining, Master Your Mining!-"The Mining Pod" is produced by Sunnyside Honey LLC with Senior Producer, Damien Somerset. Distributed by CoinDesk.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Alex Svanevik, the CEO of Nansen and an expert in crypto markets and analytics, shares valuable insights into the current cryptocurrency landscape. He discusses regulatory challenges and the impact of SEC actions on innovation in the sector. The conversation highlights the significance of on-chain analytics, performance of Layer 2 solutions, and macroeconomic influences on crypto trends. Svanevik also identifies three exciting projects to watch, emphasizing the importance of personal research for informed investments.

Pavel Durov, the CEO of Telegram, faces serious allegations after being indicted in a French court. The discussion delves into OpenSea receiving a Wells Notice from the SEC, highlighting potential legal repercussions for the NFT marketplace. The conversation emphasizes the increasing scrutiny of the crypto industry, with key implications for regulations and market future. Durov's situation and the violent incident involving a South Korean crypto firm’s CEO add to the gravity of the current landscape.

Jennifer Sanasie, an influential voice in cryptocurrency, teams up with Steno Research to delve into the exciting resurgence of DeFi. They discuss current trends and the potential revival sparked by falling interest rates and a growing stablecoin supply. The conversation highlights how this shift could make DeFi more accessible, while also emphasizing the risks involved. Expect valuable insights for traders and crypto enthusiasts navigating this evolving landscape!