Crypto Options Unplugged

Stocks remain under pressure, but Bitcoin breaks away, gaining safe haven status like gold as Trump targets the Fed and capital flees the US. Host Imran Lakha (Options Insight), David Brickell (FRNT), and guest Henry Duckworth (CEO, Agridex) explore Bitcoin’s decoupling, spiking US yields, and a looming liquidity surge driving crypto’s ascent. From Agridex’s blockchain-powered commodity trading revolution—transforming emerging markets—to Bitcoin’s potential gold-style breakout, this episode dives into macro shifts and real-world crypto impact. Like and subscribe for more!#crypto #trading #cryptocurrencynews #PodcastDeribit FZE does not accept UAE retail clients or US clients, and clients from other restricted countries.

Markets face another wild week as tariff headlines spark volatility, front-end vols and put skew get crushed while Bitcoin rallies alongside a historic equity squeeze. Host Dave Brickell (FRNT Financial) is joined by Kean Gilbert (Lido DAO) to unpack surging US yields, global de-risking, and Bitcoin’s growing stability. From Lido’s liquid staking revolution—now part of Deribit’s collateral pool—to a deep dive with Metis co-founder Elena Sinelnikova on AI’s role in building a decentralized, happy society, this episode explores crypto’s institutional future and blockchain’s synergy with AI. Like and subscribe for more!

Equity markets crash as Trump’s Liberation Day tariffs shock the world, pushing Bitcoin below 80K—yet it holds strong amid exploding equity volatility. Host David Brickell (FRNT Financial) and special guest Greg Magadini (Amberdata) dive into Bitcoin’s surprising resilience: has it matured as a safe haven? From trading volatile markets to a special segment with Ethena Labs’ Guy Young and FalconX’s Josh Lim on the new yield-bearing USDE coin joining Deribit’s collateral pool, this episode unpacks strategies, macro risks, and crypto’s next moves. Like and subscribe for more!

Join hosts Imran Lakha (Options Insight), David Brickell (FRNT Financial), and special guest Barnali Biswal (CEO, Hilbert Group) as they unpack the latest crypto market dip. With tariff uncertainty and stagflation fears spooking risk assets ahead of Trump’s Liberation Day, Bitcoin faces resistance and options markets flash put buying. But with liquidity set to rise in Q2 and the Fed laying groundwork for support, is this the dip to buy? From MicroStrategy’s wild ride to the future of crypto credit markets, this episode dives deep into macro trends, institutional moves, and why this could be crypto’s best setup yet. Like and subscribe for more!

Join our host Imran Lakha from Options Insight for a lively panel debate on Bitcoin’s role in today’s markets. With Dave Brickell (FRNT Financial), Dennis Ehlert (Amina Bank), and Andrew Theodosiou (Talos), we dive into whether Bitcoin still serves as an inflation hedge or has morphed into just another high-beta risk asset tied to stocks. From currency debasement to stagflation risks, institutional adoption, and the latest market moves, this episode unpacks it all. Are the lows in for Bitcoin this year, or is another dip coming? Tune in for expert insights, macro takes, and a pulse on crypto’s future – plus, find out why Bitcoin might be front-running inflation! Like and subscribe for more.

This week, Imran and David welcome back Stephane Ouellette, CEO of FRNT Financial, to unpack the recent wild ride in crypto markets since the US election last November. From Bitcoin’s long-term resilience at $82K—far above 2021 highs—to the game-changing U.S. strategic reserve, they dive into why the industry’s fundamentals are stronger than ever, despite short-term volatility. With macro shifts, a potential Fed policy pivot, and Trump’s trade policies in focus, the trio explores whether the recent correction is over and what’s next for Bitcoin. Expect bold takes, philosophical detours, and a bullish case you won’t want to miss—tune in now!

In this week's episode, Imran and David drill into the macro factors affecting both stocks and crypto markets to understand whether the markets are reaching a near-term bottom. Tariff rhetoric is getting more hawkish and the FOMC next week will be key in determining if risk assets can have a material bounce. Technicals are looking shaky and Imran gives some key levels that he is monitoring. David also enjoyed catching up with Wendy O, an influencer and KOL in the crypto space to get her thoughts on the recent market developments.

In this week's episode, Imran and David host a panel discussion between Michael Higgins (Hidden Road Partners), Tommy Doyle (FalconX) and Sean Lawrence (LTP) to explore the role of Prime Broking within the digital asset ecosystem. They discuss how the FTX, Celsius, and BlockFi blowups impacted the landscape and the challenges that prime brokers face relative to TradFi. They explain what is necessary for institutions to be able to have trust in the system and the hurdles that traditional banks may have in entering the space. Imran and David also have their usual catch up on macro and volatility in an eventful week.

In this week's episode, Imran and David discuss the recent weakness in crypto markets after the huge ByBit hack last week. David explains the macro landscape as he sees it and argues that the broader picture is still very positive, especially for Bitcoin. Imran gives his take on the moves in vol and skew and what it says about the options market's assessment of recent volatility. David speaks with special guest David Gokhshtein, Founder and CEO of Ghokshtein Media to get his take on the crypto market and how the space is evolving.

In this week's episode, David welcomes crypto OG Tara Mac Aulay into the studio. They discuss her journey in the industry from the early days of using Bitcoin as payment for medical supplies in Indonesia, to running one of the biggest market-neutral funds in crypto. Whilst David maintains a bullish outlook on account of the macro, Tara believes the market is underpricing the risk of a large liquidation event for Bitcoin which she sees brewing and possibly occurs within the next couple of months.