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CRYPTO 101CRYPTO 101Ep. 663 The Strategy of Outperforming Bitcoin with Strive Asset ManagementIn this episode of the Crypto 101 podcast, host Bryce Paul and co-host Brendan Viehman discuss the current bullish trends in the cryptocurrency market, particularly focusing on Bitcoin. They are joined by Matt Cole, CEO and CIO of Strive Asset Management, who shares his insights on the institutional adoption of Bitcoin, the strategies for accumulating Bitcoin, and the unique approach of Strive in managing Bitcoin treasuries. The conversation delves into the implications of economic trends, the role of AI, and the future of Bitcoin as a potential reserve currency.Chapters00:00...2025-07-0154 minCRYPTO 101CRYPTO 101Ep. 661 The Future of Crypto Policy and the Hedera State of the Union!In this episode of the Crypto 101 podcast, host Bryce and co-host Brendan Viehman welcome Nilmini Rubin, the Chief Policy Officer of Hedera. They discuss the evolving landscape of crypto regulation, the importance of policy in fostering innovation, and the unique governance model of Hedera. Nilmini shares insights on the legislative process, the shifting sentiments towards crypto in government, and the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead for the industry. The conversation also touches on the significance of tokenization, AI innovations, and the future of staking and ETFs in the crypto space.Chapters2025-06-1742 minCRYPTO 101CRYPTO 101Ep. 657 State of the Union for VeChainIn this episode of the Crypto 101 podcast, host Brendan Viehman welcomes Johnny Garcia, head of institutional strategy at VeChain. They discuss Johnny's unique journey into the crypto space, the evolution of Bitcoin ETFs, and the future of altcoin ETFs. Johnny shares insights on the importance of community and ownership in crypto, as well as his transition to VeChain and the significance of being a layer one blockchain. In this conversation, Johnny Garcia discusses the unique aspects of VeChain, including its dual token system, the focus on tokenizing individual behavior for sustainability, and the upcoming VeChain Renaissance which aims to...2025-05-2752 minCRYPTO 101CRYPTO 101Ep. 656 Ethereum Update: Key Takeaways from the Pectra Upgrade with Offchain LabsIn this episode of the Crypto 101 podcast, host Brendan Viehman interviews Preston Van Loon, an Ethereum core developer at Offchain Labs. They discuss the significant transition of Ethereum from a proof of work to a proof of stake model, highlighting the complexities and achievements of this upgrade. Preston shares insights into the recent Pectra upgrade, which aims to enhance scalability and user experience on the Ethereum network. The conversation also explores the future relationship between Ethereum's Layer 1 and Layer 2 solutions, emphasizing the importance of decentralization and efficiency in the evolving blockchain landscape. In this conversation, Preston Van Loon discusses...2025-05-2048 minCRYPTO 101CRYPTO 101Ep. 652 Understanding Crypto: Misconceptions and Realities of Todays Volatile MarketsIn this episode of the Crypto 101 Podcast, hosts Bryce Paul and Brendan Viehman welcome Les Borsai, co-founder of Wave Digital Assets. The conversation explores Les's journey from the music industry to the world of cryptocurrency, his insights on market volatility, and the misconceptions that high net worth individuals have about crypto. Les shares his experiences navigating the 2021 market crash, the role of government in crypto, and the infrastructure opportunities that exist in managing digital assets. The discussion emphasizes the importance of understanding risk tolerance and the potential for innovation in the crypto space. Les emphasizes the...2025-04-2946 minCRYPTO 101CRYPTO 101Ep. 651 How Hedge Funds Are Trading The Crypto Volatility & Their Top Meme Coin PickIn this episode of the Crypto 101 podcast, hosts Bryce Paul and Brendan Viehman engage with Rennick Palley, CEO of Stratos, to discuss the current volatility in the crypto market, the implications of global liquidity on Bitcoin, and the ongoing debate between inflation and deflation. They explore the U.S. debt situation, the future of tokenization in finance, and investment strategies in emerging crypto projects, including meme coins. Rennick shares insights on risk management and lessons learned from successful and failed trades, providing a comprehensive overview of the evolving landscape of cryptocurrency investing.Chapters2025-04-2245 minCRYPTO 101CRYPTO 101Ep. 648 Learn About Donor Advised Funds in Crypto with DaffyIn this episode of the Crypto 101 podcast, Brendan Viehman and Bryce Paul welcome Adam Nash, CEO and co-founder of Daffy, to discuss the intersection of cryptocurrency and philanthropy. Adam shares his career journey, emphasizing the importance of financial literacy and how Daffy aims to simplify charitable giving through donor-advised funds. The conversation explores the tax advantages of donating through Daffy, the unique features of the platform, and the mission to encourage generosity in a modern context.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Daffy and Philanthropy in Crypto03:01 Adam Nash's Career...2025-04-0148 minCRYPTO 101CRYPTO 101Ep. 647 Behind the Scenes of Crypto Exchanges with BitstampIn this episode of the Crypto 101 podcast, host Bryce Paul and co-host Brendan Viehman engage with Bobby Zagotta, CEO of Bitstamp USA, discussing the intricacies of cryptocurrency exchanges, the evolution of Bitstamp, and the impact of regulatory changes on the crypto market. Bobby shares insights from his career, the significance of CME's role in Bitcoin futures, and how Bitstamp has maintained its reputation as a trusted exchange. The conversation also touches on the effects of ETFs, the acquisition by Robinhood, and the future of crypto regulation and market dynamics.Chapters2025-03-2544 minCRYPTO 101CRYPTO 101Ep. 644 Trading Insights During this Volatile Market with Asymmetric's Joe McCannIn this episode of the Crypto 101 podcast, hosts Bryce Paul and Brendan Viehman discuss the current state of the crypto market with expert Joe McCann who is the founder of Asymmetric. They explore the volatility in the market, investment strategies, and the future of crypto. Joe shares insights on risk management, the importance of maintaining a structural view, and the potential for new trends in the crypto space including meme coins. In this conversation, Joe McCann discusses the growing institutional adoption of crypto custody services, the potential for asymmetric trading opportunities during market dips, and the importance of data-driven a...2025-03-1147 minCRYPTO 101CRYPTO 101Ep. 641 Get Loans on Your Bitcoin with Morpho LabsIn this episode of the Crypto 101 podcast, hosts Bryce Paul and Brendan Viehman engage with Merlin Egalite, head of integrations at Morpho, discussing the evolving landscape of cryptocurrency, particularly focusing on Bitcoin loans and the integration of decentralized finance (DeFi) with traditional finance. Merlin shares his journey into the blockchain space, the innovative features of Morpho, and the potential future of DeFi, especially with the intersection of artificial intelligence. The conversation highlights the growing adoption of crypto products and the implications for users and the financial industry as a whole.Chapters00:00 Introduction...2025-02-1835 minCRYPTO 101CRYPTO 101Ep. 640 Understanding What Drives Asset Prices in Crypto with CoinDesk IndicesIn this episode of the Crypto 101 podcast, hosts Bryce Paul and Brendan Viehman discuss the current state of the crypto market amidst volatility, emphasizing the long-term bullish outlook. They welcome Andy Baehr from CoinDesk, who shares insights from his extensive background in finance and trading. The conversation explores the factors driving asset prices, the role of speculation and adoption in the crypto space, and the future of crypto adoption through innovative indexing strategies. In this conversation, Andy Baehr discusses the evolving landscape of crypto investments, focusing on the impact of crypto index funds and ETFs, the regulatory environment, and...2025-02-1146 minCRYPTO 101CRYPTO 101Ep. 639 How Crypto Native Investment Firm CoinFund Sees the Crypto Markets w/ Chris PerkinsIn this episode of the Crypto 101 podcast, hosts Bryce Paul and Brendan Viehman welcome Chris Perkins, president of CoinFund, to discuss his journey from the military to the world of crypto investing. Chris shares insights on the evolution of the crypto market, the importance of due diligence in early-stage investing, and the intersection of AI and crypto. He also discusses the rise of meme coins and their potential for value creation, as well as future trends in institutional investment in the crypto space. In this conversation, Christopher Perkins discusses the evolving landscape of cryptocurrency, focusing on the impact of...2025-02-0647 minCRYPTO 101CRYPTO 101Crypto 101's 2024 Year in Review & 2025 PRICE PREDICTIONS...Bitcoin $500,000?!In this special year-end episode of the Crypto Rundown, Brendan Viehman, Bryce Paul and Tevo reflect on a transformative year for crypto and share bold predictions for 2025. They discuss Bitcoin’s meteoric rise, driven by record ETF inflows, shrinking exchange reserves, and institutional adoption. The conversation highlights meme coin mania, strategic Bitcoin reserve proposals, and the increasing role of governments and corporations in shaping the market. Wrapping up with price predictions that envision Bitcoin soaring to $500k, the hosts emphasize staying confident as the crypto market enters what could be its most exciting phase yet....2024-12-2649 minCRYPTO 101CRYPTO 101Ep. 633 AVAX State of the Union and the Avalanche 9000 UpgradeIn this episode of the Crypto 101 podcast, host Bryce Paul and co-host Brendan Viehman welcome Michael Kaplan from Avalanche to discuss the recent launch of Avalanche 9000, a significant upgrade aimed at enhancing the blockchain's capabilities. Michael shares his journey in the blockchain space, the importance of customizability and scalability in blockchain technology, and the diverse applications of Avalanche. The conversation also touches on the economic implications of launching Layer 1 chains, the incentives for developers through the Retro 9000 program, and predictions for the future of the blockchain industry.Chapters00:00 Introduction...2024-12-2334 minCRYPTO 101CRYPTO 101Ep. 632 Transfer Crypto Cross Chain for Less w/ AcrossIn this episode of the Crypto 101 Podcast, hosts Bryce Paul and Brendan Viehman welcome Hart Lambert, CEO of Across, to discuss the evolution of the crypto space, the transition from traditional finance (TradFi) to decentralized finance (DeFi), and the importance of interoperability between blockchains. Hart shares his journey from bond trading at Goldman Sachs to building innovative solutions in the crypto world, emphasizing the need for a more efficient financial system. The conversation delves into the potential of tokenization of real-world assets, the significance of Ethereum, and how Across is redefining the concept of bridging blockchains to create a...2024-12-1741 minCRYPTO 101CRYPTO 101Ep. 629 Maple Finance Launches Syrup: What You Need to Know!In this episode of Crypto 101, Bryce Paul and Brendan Viehman sit down with Martin de Rijke, Head of Growth at Maple Finance, to discuss the platform’s revolutionary updates. They explore Maple’s evolution from an institutional lending platform to launching Syrup, a DeFi-native product designed for everyday users, offering permissionless access to institutional yields. Martin highlights the Syrup token’s successful launch, staking rewards, and migration from the MPL token, emphasizing the new opportunities it brings to investors. The conversation also covers tokenization’s potential to unlock global liquidity, Maple’s risk management improvements, and the exciting prospects for instit...2024-11-2636 minCRYPTO 101CRYPTO 101Crypto Rundown: Bitcoin $97,000, Bitcoin ETF Options are Live, and MSTR Stock is FLYINGIn this episode of the Crypto Rundown, Brendan Viehman and Tevo analyze Bitcoin’s explosive rise to $95,000, placing it firmly in price discovery mode as it edges closer to the monumental 100k milestone. They discuss the record-breaking adoption of Bitcoin ETFs, meme coin mania hitting all-time highs in Google searches, and the potential for altcoins to follow Bitcoin’s lead. The episode also highlights MicroStrategy’s aggressive Bitcoin strategy, discussions around strategic Bitcoin reserves by governments, and the growing influence of institutions like BlackRock in the crypto ecosystem. With insights into market trends, technical charts, and the evolving landscape of cry...2024-11-2046 minCRYPTO 101CRYPTO 101Ep. 628 Insights into the Bull Market with Galaxy's Head of TradingIn this episode of Crypto 101, hosts Bryce Paul and Brendan Viehman sit down with Jason Urban, Galaxy's Global Head of Trading, to explore the latest trends shaping the crypto markets. Jason shares his journey from Wall Street to Galaxy, detailing how his expertise in volatility strategies and crypto lending positioned him at the forefront of the industry's evolution. The discussion highlights Bitcoin's rise amid ETF excitement, the growing importance of tokenization efforts for real-world assets, and Galaxy's role in managing Solana from the FTX estate. Jason also shares his insights into market cycles, regulatory challenges, and the exciting prospects...2024-11-1943 minCRYPTO 101CRYPTO 101Ep. 626 Revolutionizing DeFi Security: Redstone's Next-Gen Oracle SolutionsIn this episode of Crypto 101, hosts Bryce Paul and Brendan Viehman welcome Marcin Kaźmierczak, co-founder of Redstone Finance, to discuss how Redstone is changing the game in the world of decentralized finance (DeFi) oracles. Marcin shares insights into Redstone's innovative modular oracle design, which provides data feeds with unmatched flexibility, speed, and security. The conversation highlights Redstone’s unique pull model, which minimizes costs and maximizes scalability, and their integration of AI to enhance security by detecting anomalies. Marcin also talks about Redstone’s rapid growth, the challenges of building secure infrastructure in the DeFi space, and the futur...2024-11-0537 minCRYPTO 101CRYPTO 101Crypto Rundown: Bitcoin to $3 Million!? How to Evaluate Bitcoin Nearing All Time HighsIn this week’s episode of the Crypto Rundown, Brendan Viehman & Bryce Paul dive into the explosive moves in the crypto market as Bitcoin retests its all-time high, while altcoins surge and meme coins regain popularity. They examine record-breaking Bitcoin ETF inflows, the implications of a “golden cross” technical indicator for Bitcoin, and discuss whether altcoin season is just beginning. The team also explores the potential impact of the upcoming U.S. election on crypto regulation and policy, with predictions for increased crypto support from future administrations. Wrapping up with a discussion on the rising influence of BRICS nations in the...2024-10-3148 minCRYPTO 101CRYPTO 101Ep. 625 Helium's Next Leap: Revolutionizing Connectivity with Decentralized NetworksIn this episode of Crypto 101, hosts Bryce Paul and Brendan Viehman chat with Helium’s, Abhay and Scott, to explore how Helium is pioneering decentralized connectivity through blockchain. They dive into the transformative potential of Helium’s IoT and mobile networks, explaining how these technologies provide seamless wireless coverage, support emergency communication, and empower community participation. The conversation covers Helium’s recent expansions, including the integration of the De-Pin (decentralized physical infrastructure) model to make connectivity a basic utility, accessible to everyone. Abhay and Scott also share insights on Helium's governance model, the scaling challenges they’ve faced, and the visi...2024-10-2944 minCRYPTO 101CRYPTO 101Ep. 624 Messari's CEO Eric Turner on Crypto's Future with AI and Data Leading the WayIn this episode of Crypto 101, hosts Bryce Paul and Brendan Viehman interview Eric Turner, CEO of Messari, who shares his journey from finance to leading a data-driven company at the forefront of crypto transparency. Eric discusses Messari's role in providing reliable market intelligence and how their latest AI-powered tools are helping users understand crypto trends in real time. The conversation covers the impact of regulatory uncertainty on the industry, the importance of institutional engagement, and the evolving landscape of meme coins, DeFi, and Layer 2 solutions. Eric also reflects on the recent Mainnet conference, where industry leaders and policymakers gathered...2024-10-2241 minCRYPTO 101CRYPTO 101Crypto Rundown: Bitcoin Soars Towards ALL TIME HIGHS- What Altcoins Will Follow?!In this episode of the Crypto Rundown, hosts Brendan Viehman and Tevo dive into the current market frenzy as Bitcoin reaches new multi-month highs and altcoins experience a surge. They explore the bullish sentiment surrounding Bitcoin ETFs, with record inflows signaling a potential breakout beyond $70k. The hosts also analyze Ethereum Layer 2 dominance and discuss the critical role traditional finance players like BlackRock and Fidelity are playing in the crypto space. As election season approaches, Brendan and Tevo caution listeners to expect volatility but maintain an overall bullish outlook and breakdown how institutional investors could fuel a crypto rally...2024-10-1735 minCRYPTO 101CRYPTO 101Ep. 623 Robinhood Crypto's Continued Growth & The Future of TokenizationIn this episode of Crypto 101, Bryce Paul and Brendan Viehman sit down with Johann Kerbrat, the General Manager of Robinhood Crypto. Johan shares Robinhood’s recent developments, including the expansion of crypto services in the EU, the launch of advanced trading features, and support for self-custody wallets. The discussion delves into Robinhood’s unique hybrid model that allows users to choose between keeping assets on the platform or managing their own wallets. Johan also discusses Robinhood’s role in listing Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs, providing users more accessible avenues into crypto investments. As the conversation progresses, they explore the growin...2024-10-1539 minCRYPTO 101CRYPTO 101Crypto Rundown: Is Ripple Dead & What Altcoins Are Trading Higher?In this episode of the Crypto Rundown, Brendan Viehman and Tevo explore the ongoing volatility in the cryptocurrency markets, especially Bitcoin's persistent range-bound price action. They discuss the impact of regulatory uncertainty with the SEC's lawsuits, focusing on XRP's legal battles and Crypto.com’s countersuit. The episode delves into Bitcoin's price movements amidst government Bitcoin holdings and potential sales from the Silk Road case. In addition, Brendan and Tevo issue a critical warning about the rise of crypto scams, recounting a $230 million scam case from Miami. They emphasize staying vigilant in the face of evolving scam tactics as th...2024-10-1034 minCRYPTO 101CRYPTO 101Ep. 622 Crypto ETFs on the Rise: 21Shares and TradFi's Embrace of CryptoIn this episode of Crypto 101, Brendan Viehman interviews Federico Brokate, head of U.S. business at 21Shares, about the explosive growth of cryptocurrency ETFs and the merging of crypto with traditional finance (TradFi). Federico shares insights from his experience at BlackRock and 21Shares, discussing how Bitcoin ETFs have become some of the fastest-growing financial products globally. They dive into the significant role that ETFs are playing in bringing institutional and retail investors into the crypto market. Federico highlights the growing acceptance of crypto within TradFi circles and the potential for new altcoin ETFs, while explaining why digital assets are...2024-10-0834 minCRYPTO 101CRYPTO 101Crypto Rundown: The History of "Uptober"...How Will Bitcoin Preform?In this episode of the Crypto Rundown, Brendan Viehman and Tevo dive into the recent pullback across the crypto markets, analyzing the key factors behind Bitcoin and altcoins hitting resistance levels. They discuss the impact of recent geopolitical events, including port strikes in the U.S. and escalations in the Middle East, on market sentiment. The episode also highlights breaking news about ETF developments, such as Bitwise's XRP ETF filing and the potential of a U.S.-based crypto index ETF, which could significantly shape the market’s next moves. Brendan and Tevo emphasize the importance of zooming out an...2024-10-0321 minCRYPTO 101CRYPTO 101Crypto Rundown: Why Are Altcoins Soaring Higher & The Bullish News Flow Around CryptoIn this episode of The Crypto Rundown, Brendan Viehman and Tevo dive into the recent rally in altcoins, with many experiencing double digit gains. They discuss Bitcoin’s dominance retracing from recent highs, allowing Ethereum and other altcoins like Solana and Sui to surge. The conversation highlights the potential for a broader altcoin rally if Bitcoin’s dominance continues to fall. Additionally, they explore rumors of a Bitcoin supply crisis at Coinbase due to increasing demand from institutional investors, such as BlackRock, signaling a potential Bitcoin supply squeeze. The episode wraps up with insights into upcoming political moves in the...2024-09-2647 minCRYPTO 101CRYPTO 101Ep. 620 Inside PancakeSwap's New Products & The Future of DeFiIn this episode of Crypto 101, Brendan Viehman welcomes Chef Kids, the Head Chef at PancakeSwap, to discuss the platform’s journey in the decentralized finance (DeFi) world. Chef Kids provides insights into PancakeSwap’s unique food-themed branding and its growing influence as a decentralized exchange (DEX). The conversation explores PancakeSwap’s expansion across multiple blockchains, including Ethereum, Polygon, and Base, with a focus on providing seamless trading and liquidity provision experiences for users. Kids also delves into PancakeSwap’s innovative farming, staking, and liquidity features, explaining how they empower users to earn yields while navigating the DeFi ecosystem. With the upco...2024-09-2430 minCRYPTO 101CRYPTO 101Ep. 619 Redefining Finance: Superstate's New Moves in Asset TokenizationIn this episode of Crypto 101, Bryce Paul and Brendan Viehman welcome back Jim Hiltner, co-founder of Superstate, along with Fig Gowen, head of protocol relations. The conversation dives deep into the evolving landscape of tokenization, particularly focusing on real-world assets like treasury bills and how Superstate aims to revolutionize traditional finance through blockchain technology. They discuss Superstate's new products, including USTB and USCC, exploring their role in enhancing the liquidity and utility of decentralized finance (DeFi) for DAOs and other crypto participants. The episode also touches on the regulatory environment, transparency in asset management, and the potential for future...2024-09-1756 minCRYPTO 101CRYPTO 101Crypto Rundown: The History of Bitcoin Performance in SeptemberIn this episode of the Crypto Rundown, hosts Brendan Viehman and Tevo tackle the current state of the cryptocurrency market as they explore Bitcoin's stability amidst short-term volatility. The theme of this episode is looking back at the best and worst months for Bitcoin price action and the results will inform you of how to strategically be ready for the rest of the year. The hosts discuss Bitcoin's consolidation, the broader market uncertainty, and how political factors, potential Federal Reserve rate cuts, and recession fears are impacting market dynamics. We have an in-depth Ethereum update and of course some t...2024-09-0529 minCRYPTO 101CRYPTO 101Ep. 617 The Next Generation of Blockchain Innovation with Movement LabsIn this episode of Crypto 101, hosts Bryce Paul and Brendan Viehman sit down with Cooper Scanlon, co-founder of Movement Labs, to explore the innovative ways his team is revolutionizing blockchain gaming and developer onboarding. Cooper shares his journey from a small-town upbringing to building Movement Labs, highlighting how the Move language and its ecosystem are making blockchain development more accessible and secure. The conversation dives deep into the challenges and opportunities in blockchain gaming, discussing the importance of creating a seamless user experience and the potential for blockchain to revolutionize in-game economies. Cooper also details Movement Labs' recent testnet...2024-09-0343 minCRYPTO 101CRYPTO 101Ep. 616 The Future of Proof of Stake with P2P.orgIn this episode of Crypto 101, hosts Bryce Paul and Brendan Viehman are joined by Alessandro Maci, Senior Product Manager at P2P.org, to explore the evolving landscape of staking in the cryptocurrency world. Alessandro discusses his journey into crypto, driven by the Bitcoin halving in 2020, and how he became deeply involved in Ethereum and blockchain development. The conversation highlights P2P.org's role as a leading blockchain infrastructure provider, specializing in staking and data services for over 40 proof-of-stake chains. Alessandro delves into the significance of Ethereum's transition from proof of work to proof of stake, the impact of...2024-08-2739 minA Well-Designed Business® | Interior Design  Business PodcastA Well-Designed Business® | Interior Design Business PodcastPower Talk Friday: Angie Viehman: A Realistic Online Business Model for Interior DesignersToday With Angie Viehman:Welcome to a Well-Designed Business. I hear from designers all the time who want to start online businesses on the side. And while it’s easy to understand why this is appealing—creating some passive income and diversifying your revenue—the truth is that I usually see this as a distraction. My advice is almost always to stay focused on what you’re doing now instead of chasing a new business or a new idea. And in most cases, I stand by that. But my guest today, Angie Viehman, specializes in helping w...2024-08-2344 minCRYPTO 101CRYPTO 101Crypto Rundown: The Bitcoin Fear & Greed Index Trade YOU NEED TO KNOWIn this episode of the Crypto Rundown, Brendan Viehman and Tevo dissect a week filled with significant developments in the crypto markets. They focus on the aggressive buying strategies of large institutions like MicroStrategy, which plans to raise $2 billion for further Bitcoin purchases, indicating a major vote of confidence in the market's future. They compare that to the Bitcoin Fear & Greed Index which has been in the “Fear” zone for a couple weeks now. They show the history of the last time this index was this low which is something to see! The episode delves into the mechanics behind Bitcoi...2024-08-2232 minCRYPTO 101CRYPTO 101Ep. 615 Revolutionizing Talent Acquisition: Adam Jackson on Crypto, AI, and the Future of WorkIn this dynamic episode of the Crypto 101 podcast, hosts Brendan Viehman and Bryce Paul discuss the intersecting worlds of cryptocurrency, artificial intelligence, and the labor market with Adam Jackson, co-founder of Braintrust. Jackson explores the transformative impact of blockchain and AI on traditional employment paradigms, especially through Braintrust’s decentralized talent network which matches top tech talent with global enterprise needs. He shares insights into the challenges and opportunities of automating talent acquisition, the role of Braintrust’s native token in incentivizing network growth, and how AI innovations are streamlining hiring processes. The conversation also delves into broader economic impa...2024-08-2039 minCRYPTO 101CRYPTO 101Crypto Rundown: Bullish Setup with ETF Adoptions Around Bitcoin & EthereumBrendan Viehman and Tevo analyze the latest trends in cryptocurrency, focusing on Bitcoin's price stability and the evolving dynamics of Ethereum ETFs. They discuss the recent market volatility, including Bitcoin's fluctuations between $60K and $50K, and the significant inflows and outflows affecting Ethereum ETFs. The episode also covers broader market movements, highlighting the impact of major players like BlackRock and Fidelity on the crypto ecosystem. As they dive into the technical aspects, the hosts provide a comprehensive overview of the critical support and resistance levels influencing the market, offering insights into potential future movements and investment strategies. They also...2024-08-1539 minCRYPTO 101CRYPTO 101Ep. 614 Pioneering DeFi Scalability with RadixIn this episode of Crypto 101 Bryce Paul and Brendan Viehman sit down with Piers Richard, CEO of Radix, to explore the revolutionary DeFi solutions that Radix is bringing to the blockchain industry. Richard delves into his diverse background, which spans engineering, law, and finance, and how a call from a friend about Ethereum sparked his journey into cryptocurrency. He discusses the inception of Radix, emphasizing its unique approach to solving scalability issues prevalent in traditional blockchain systems through innovative data architecture and consensus algorithms. Richard passionately explains Radix’s user-centric design, particularly its wallet and smart account system, which en...2024-08-1349 minCRYPTO 101CRYPTO 101Crypto Rundown: Unraveling the Global Market Chaos and How We are Viewing The Crypto MarketsIn this breaking news episode of the Crypto Rundown, Brendan Viehman, Bryce Paul, and Tevo dissect an unprecedented week in the financial markets, with a specific focus on the chaotic movements in cryptocurrency. They begin by detailing a sequence of dramatic global events starting from a sudden surge in the VIX, signaling massive market fear, to critical decisions by the FOMC not to cut rates, which many believed to be the initial domino in a series of market upheavals. The episode thoroughly covers the intertwined reactions of global stock markets, including significant downturns in the NASDAQ and Japanese markets...2024-08-0736 minCRYPTO 101CRYPTO 101Ep. 613 Redefining Crypto Security: Safe's Innovative Approach to Wallet Safety**PLEASE READ** This was recorded 2 weeks ago before the market action we saw this weekend. We will have Crypto Rundown episode Thursday breaking down all the price action we are seeing this week! With that said enjoy Safe!In this episode of Crypto 101, Bryce Paul and Brendan Viehman discuss the cutting-edge developments in cryptocurrency security with Tobias Schubotz, co-founder of Safe. They delve into the inception of Safe at Gnosis and its evolution into a leading self-custody solution. Tobias highlights Safe's mission to unlock digital ownership beyond financial assets, ensuring true ownership and enhanced security for users...2024-08-0645 minCRYPTO 101CRYPTO 101Crypto Rundown: The Trump Bitcoin Trade You Need To Know & Why Ethereum ETFs Have OutflowsIn this episode of the Crypto Market Rundown, Brendan Viehman and Tevo explore the current landscape of the cryptocurrency markets, with a special focus on the significant movements of Bitcoin and Ethereum. They discuss Bitcoin's resistance at the $70,000 level and its implications for market dynamics, alongside the exciting development of Ethereum's newly launched spot ETFs which continue to attract substantial inflows despite notable outflows from Grayscale. The episode also highlights the political dimensions of cryptocurrency, such as former President Trump's supportive remarks at the Bitcoin 2024 conference, signaling a potential favorable shift in regulatory perspectives. With comprehensive analysis and insights...2024-08-0142 minCRYPTO 101CRYPTO 101Ep. 612 Maple Finance Continues to Lead the RWA Space and Launches New Product "Syrup"In this episode of the Crypto 101 Podcast, hosts Bryce Paul and Brendan Viehman are joined by Ryan O'Shea, COO of Maple Finance, to explore the advancements in decentralized finance (DeFi), particularly in real-world asset (RWA) tokenization and institutional lending. Ryan details his transition from traditional finance to DeFi and discusses Maple Finance's role in pioneering secured digital asset lending. The conversation also covers Maple's new product, Syrup, which targets non-U.S. markets, offering more accessible, permissionless lending solutions. They delve into the future of finance, discussing the impact of tokenization on various assets and how blockchain technology can revolutionize...2024-07-3041 minCRYPTO 101CRYPTO 101Ep. 610 How Hedge Funds Trade Meme Coins & Market TrendsIn this episode of Crypto 101, hosts Bryce Paul and Brendan Viehman dive into the evolving landscape of cryptocurrency investment with Rennick Palley, the founding partner of Stratos, an innovative crypto investment firm. Palley shares his journey from traditional finance to crypto, focusing on the early days of his investment in DeFi and his strategic approach to venture funding in the crypto space. The discussion delves into the trends and shifts in market dynamics observed in recent quarters, particularly the resilience of major cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Solana compared to altcoins. Rennick provides an in-depth analysis of the factors...2024-07-1646 minCRYPTO 101CRYPTO 101Crypto Rundown: When Will Bitcoin Hit All Time Highs: The History of Bitcoin BreakoutsIn this episode of the Crypto Rundown, hosts Brendan Viehman and Tevo delve into the latest trends and developments in the cryptocurrency markets, focusing on Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Solana, and the anticipation surrounding new ETFs. They discuss the prolonged range-bound movement of Bitcoin, maintaining stability between significant support and resistance levels, while noting Ethereum's resilience and Solana's recent upswing due to ETF prospects. The episode also covers the political and regulatory landscapes affecting crypto, highlighted by Mark Cuban's criticisms of SEC Chair Gary Gensler, and the peculiar situation of the US government's lawsuit against Coinbase despite using its services...2024-07-0433 minCRYPTO 101CRYPTO 101Crypto Rundown: Do or Die for $60,000 Bitcoin & The Strength of EthereumIn this episode of the Crypto Market Rundown, hosts Brendan Viehman and Tevo delve into current crypto market trends, focusing particularly on Bitcoin and Ethereum's performance amidst fluctuating indices. They discuss Bitcoin's resilience at the $60k support level and speculate on potential movements towards all-time highs based on historical price actions and ETF developments. The episode also highlights Ethereum's strong performance relative to Bitcoin, suggesting it might lead the next bull run. They touch on various technical indicators and market sentiments that could influence future market behaviors, integrating this analysis with current news and potential financial inflows from traditional...2024-06-2738 minCRYPTO 101CRYPTO 101Crypto Rundown: Altcoins Bleed.. Is it Time to Buy or Sell?!In this edition of the Crypto Market Rundown, Brendan Viehman and Tevo delve into the shifting dynamics within the cryptocurrency markets, especially focusing on Ethereum and Bitcoin amidst the anticipation of Ethereum ETFs. They discuss the current state of altcoins, significant inflows into Bitcoin ETFs, and the potential impact of an approved Ethereum ETF on the market. Additionally, the episode touches on the increasing political engagement with cryptocurrency, highlighting Donald Trump’s pronounced support for crypto innovation in his campaign speeches, and its potential influence on regulatory approaches and market sentiment. The hosts also speculate on the implications of th...2024-06-2028 minCRYPTO 101CRYPTO 101Ep. 606 Unlocking the Benefits of DePIN with POKT NetworkIn this episode of Crypto 101, hosts Bryce Paul and Brendan Viehman dive into the groundbreaking capabilities of POKT Network with director Dermot O'Riordan. Dermot discusses POKT Network's role as a decentralized API for accessing open data sources, comparing its function to a crypto-native version of AWS but with the user-centric flexibility of platforms like Uber or Airbnb. They explore how POKT Network serves as a crucial infrastructure layer for blockchain and other data services, aiming to simplify data access while decentralizing the service delivery model. Dermot emphasizes POKT Network's role in reducing costs, increasing resilience, and enhancing scalability by...2024-06-1831 minCRYPTO 101CRYPTO 101Ep. 605 Own Your Data in the Future of AI w/ Sahara Labs AIIn this episode of Crypto 101, hosts Bryce Paul and Brendan Viehman are joined by Professor Sean Ren, CEO and co-founder of Sahara AI. They delve into the intersection of AI and blockchain technologies, discussing how Sahara AI aims to address the deficiencies in the current AI economy by ensuring equitable economic participation through blockchain. Ren details his journey from traditional AI applications to integrating AI with blockchain, emphasizing the potential to secure user data and enhance privacy. The episode explores the technical underpinnings and future directions of Sahara AI, highlighting its mission to transform AI development and usage by...2024-06-1137 minCRYPTO 101CRYPTO 101Crypto Rundown: The Top Performing Crypto Sectors of 2024In this episode of the Crypto Rundown, hosts Brendan Viehman and Tevo dive into the exciting price action in the crypto markets, focusing on the significant rise of Bitcoin and Ethereum to cycle highs, and the potential of altcoin season around the corner. They discuss the prevailing market trends, the consolidation at critical resistance levels, and the implications of newly approved Ethereum Spot ETFs. Furthermore, the episode explores the strategic shifts in the altcoin space, suggesting a potential pivot away from Bitcoin dominance. This analysis is enriched by insights from their recent attendance at the Consensus conference, where the...2024-06-0640 minCRYPTO 101CRYPTO 101Ep. 604 Advancing Bitcoin Mining Post Halving with Gryphon Digital MiningIn this episode of Crypto 101, Rob Chang, the CEO of Gryphon Digital Mining, joins hosts Brendan Viehman and Bryce Paul to discuss the intersection of traditional commodity mining and cryptocurrency mining. Rob shares his journey from the metals and mining sector to leading a high-efficiency Bitcoin mining company, emphasizing the importance of operational efficiency and cost management in the volatile crypto market. The conversation explores how Griffin Digital maintains low production costs and high efficiency, outperforming industry averages. Rob also delves into the impacts of Bitcoin halving on mining economics and the future outlook for Bitcoin's role as a...2024-06-0442 minCRYPTO 101CRYPTO 101Crypto Rundown: Why US Politics Are ALL IN on CryptoIn this episode of the Crypto Market Rundown, Brendan Viehman navigates the intersection of cryptocurrency and politics, emphasizing the increasing political support for favorable crypto regulations both in the U.S. and globally. He discusses recent legislative victories that reflect a bipartisan effort to facilitate a more crypto-friendly regulatory environment, including the significant backing for Ethereum ETFs. Brendan also highlights the corporate adoption of Bitcoin strategies by companies like MicroStrategy, signaling a broader acceptance of cryptocurrencies in the business sector. The episode underscores the crucial role of political developments in shaping the future of cryptocurrency, with insights on how...2024-05-3018 minCRYPTO 101CRYPTO 101Crypto Rundown: The Ethereum ETF Is ComingIn this episode of the Crypto Rundown, Brendan Viehman and Tevo delve into the thrilling developments around the potential approval of Ethereum ETFs, sparking significant market movements. They discuss the shift from a 25% to a 75% likelihood of ETF approval, which has led to substantial price surges for Ethereum and related cryptocurrencies. The conversation explores the broader implications of ETF approval on market dynamics, including its potential to trigger an altcoin season. They also analyze the technical charts, highlighting Ethereum's breakout and its impact on Bitcoin dominance and the ETH/BTC ratio. Additionally, the episode touches on the political landscape...2024-05-2351 minCRYPTO 101CRYPTO 101Ep. 602 An Insider's Guide to Crypto Derivatives with SwapGlobalIn this episode of Crypto 101, hosts Bryce Paul and Brendan Viehman dive deep into the complex world of crypto derivatives and options with Yev Feldman, co-founder of Swap Global. Feldman shares his transition from traditional finance at Bank of America to the dynamic sector of crypto, particularly his time at BlockFi, before venturing into creating a platform that caters to institutional investors with tailored derivatives solutions. The discussion illuminates the nuances of trading crypto options, the lack of easy access to these financial instruments for U.S. residents, and the potential implications of crypto-based ETFs on market dynamics. Feldman...2024-05-2146 minCRYPTO 101CRYPTO 101Crypto Rundown: Bitcoin Breakout & The Correlation of Gamestop & CryptoIn this episode of the crypto rundown, hosts Brendan Viehman, Bryce Paul, and Tevo delve into the current state of the crypto markets, analyzing the implications of recent price movements in Bitcoin and altcoins. They discuss the potential end of a two-month correction in the crypto market as we look into a possible bullish uptrend. The conversation also touches on the increasing mainstream acceptance of Bitcoin, evidenced by institutional investments and changes in the stance of major financial firms towards crypto assets. Additionally, they explore the cultural phenomenon of meme stocks and their intersection with cryptocurrency trading, highlighting the...2024-05-1651 minCRYPTO 101CRYPTO 101Ep. 601 The Future of AI and Decentralization: Insights from Fetch AI's CEO Humayun SheikhIn this episode of Crypto 101, Bryce Paul and Brendan Viehman talk with Fetch AI's CEO, Humayun Sheikh, about the evolving landscape of artificial intelligence in the crypto space. Sheikh discusses Fetch AI's mission to democratize AI technology, making it accessible to individuals and small businesses, and not just large corporations. The conversation covers the transformative potential of AI in various sectors, especially in decentralizing data and economic exchanges, and how Fetch AI's platform facilitates these changes. They also delve into the potential merger between Fetch AI, Ocean Protocol, and SingularityNET, aiming to pool resources to compete against major corporations...2024-05-1449 minCRYPTO 101CRYPTO 101Ep. 600 Bridging Traditional Finance and The Blockchain with Wisdom TreeIn this episode of Crypto 101, Bryce Paul and Brendan Viehman interview Jason Guthrie who is the Head of Product, Digital Assets at Wisdom Tree. This episode focuses on exploring the convergence of traditional financial assets and blockchain technology as Wisdom Tree looks to be a leader in Tokenization and Blockchain enabled finance space with their new offering Wisdom Tree Prime. They delve into the impact of Bitcoin's recent halving and its significance in advancing cryptocurrency adoption, highlighting the role of ETFs in attracting institutional investors. Jason shares his journey from traditional finance to becoming a leading figure in digital a...2024-05-0741 minThe Pursuit of Badasserie: The PodcastThe Pursuit of Badasserie: The PodcastElevating E-Commerce with Angie ViehmanEpisode 66: Elevating E-Commerce with Angie Viehman In this podcast episode of "The Pursuit of Badasserie," we invite seasoned certified operations expert and e-commerce business builder, Angie Viehman to the show. With over two decades of experience working with industry giants like Target, Crate and Barrel, Room and Board, and Blue Dot, Angie shares her refreshing approach to the e-commerce landscape. The conversation delves into Angie's background, witnessing the birth of e-commerce, and her passion for empowering women to create sustainable businesses that generate wealth. We cover the concept of passive income and the importance of...2024-02-0624 minCRYPTO 101CRYPTO 101Ep. 562 Our New Co-Host “The Crypto Analyst” Joins the Team!In this episode of Crypto 101 we introduce you to Brendan Viehman, aka “The Crypto Analyst” on YouTube, as an official Co-Host to our Crypto 101 Podcast Team. Brendan has made multiple appearances on the podcast over the last year but he is now an official Co-Host with Bryce along with his roles inside the Crypnation Community. So enjoy this intro episode with Brendan to learn about him professionally and his views on crypto, as well as some personal!Get your FREE copy of "Crypto Revolution" and start making big profits from buying, selling, and trading crypto...2023-09-0531 minCRYPTO 101CRYPTO 101Ep. 554 Ripple Beats the SEC: What This Means For The Crypto MarketsIn this episode of Crypto 101 we have one of our Crypto Rundown episodes where Aaron and Pizza are joined by one of our analyst’s Brendan Viehman and super producer Tevo to break down the current events in the crypto markets. In this episode we do a full deep dive on how Ripple beat the SEC in a landmark decision and how we see this affecting the sentiment in not only the trading markets but also in the social sentiment arena as well. With BlackRock, Fidelity, Wisdomtree and many others eyeing up a Bitcoin ETF this is the type of n...2023-07-2024 minCRYPTO 101CRYPTO 101Ep. 538 Current Events: Ledger Wallet News, Pepe Coin Breakdown, Bitcoin’s RangeIn this episode of Crypto 101 Pizza Mind is joined by one of our Analysts Brendan Viehman and our Producer Tevo to go over some of the current events surrounding the crypto markets. First, the announcement that Ledger Wallet basically is centralized is something you need to be aware of, reviewing the Pepe Coin Mania trade that was, and discussing how Bitcoin has been in a trading range. DCS FREE TICKEThttps://www.digitalcurrencysummit.com/registration43922607Please Support our Sponsors:www.hellofresh.com/crypto10116www.betterhelp.com/cr...2023-05-2339 minThe Jackson Hole Real Estate ReportThe Jackson Hole Real Estate ReportIs Jackson Hole the Next Zoom Town?Real estate in Jackson is BOOMING! We are zooming into a record year and listen in as David, Devon and Luke from The Viehman Group, dissect our low inventory and how real estate is shattering records across the board in our gorgeous town of Jackson, Wyoming.2021-01-2021 minCRYPTO 101CRYPTO 101Ep. 339 - Decentralized Storage: The Final Frontier, w/ Bluzelle CEO & founder, Pavel BainsIn this episode of CRYPTO 101, we speak with Pavel Bains-- the CEO and founder of Bluezelle. Many people believe that Bluzelle is working on the most practical approach to decentralized data storage, building a vital component for the future decentralized internet. This team is working on bridging huge amounts of data between any blockchain. Their system is built with the Cosmos Network's IBC (interblockchain communications) so that Bluzelle can transfer data between ALL blockchains, so that we will never be enslaved by walled gardens and corporate technocrats any longer! Long live the revolution. Sponsored link: https://cog.network Guest Links: ...2020-08-0637 minCRYPTO 101CRYPTO 101Ep. 338 - Firearms, Freedom & Finance w/ TUSC NetworkIn this episode of CRYPTO 101, brought to you by eToro, we talk with Rob McNealy about the struggles of being a founder of a decentralized project. He shares with us his journey into creating a payments network for completely legal industries that traditional banking has rejected. The lessons he has learned over time and the trade offs between integrity and prosperity are something everyone should pay attention to. Sponsored link: https://cog.network Guest Links: https://twitter.com/robmcnealy https://tusc.network Show Links: https://CRYPTO101podcast.com Patreon: www.patreon.com/user?u=8429526 Twitter: https://twitter.com/Crypto101Pod ...2020-07-2945 minCRYPTO 101CRYPTO 101Ep. 337 - DeFi Deep Dive w/ KAVA Labs CEO & founder Brian KerrIn this episode of CRYPTO 101, we sat down with Brian Kerr from KAVA Labs to talk about the next generation of DeFi. We finally got an answer to the big question we have been wondering about since the latest hacks -- is crypto safe locked in a smart contract? We talk about how KAVA leverages Cosmos Network (ATOM) technology. We talk about the differences between other similar platforms like (MakerDAO + DAI) and (KAVA + USDX), and the different approaches that projects take as they try to solve the “decentralized stablecoin problem”. We talk about Sponsored link: https://cog.network Guest Links: http...2020-07-1556 minCRYPTO 101CRYPTO 101Ep. 336 - Crypto Wallets and the Future of Ethereum, w/ MyEtherWalletIn this episode of CRYPTO 101, brought to you by eToro, we chatted with Olga from MyEtherWallet (MEW) about the evolution of their long-running wallet platform. MEW is one of the few platforms that never did an ICO or released a utility token to fund their operations. Olga tells us how they have continued to stay in business when so many other companies with many more millions of dollars have failed. Sponsored link: https://www.etoro.com/crypto101 https://cog.network Guest Links: https://twitter.com/myetherwallet Show Links: https://CRYPTO101podcast.com Patreon: www.patreon.com/user?u=8429526 Twitter: https...2020-07-0826 minCRYPTO 101CRYPTO 101Ep. 335 - The Terrifying Potential Fallout From the SEC's Court Battle with Telegram, w/ Jorge PesokIn this episode of CRYPTO 101, brought to you by COG Network, we sat down with Jorge Pesok, a regulatory enforcement lawyer with Crowell & Moring, who specializes in Blockchain and DLT Technology. He shares with us his insights into the unprecedented rulings in the Telegram case, how Telegram differs from EOS, and what some potential new loopholes might make SAFT issuers and investors very nervous. Sponsored link: https://cog.network Guest Links: https://www.crowell.com/ Show Links: CRYPTO101podcast.com Patreon: www.patreon.com/user?u=8429526 Twitter: twitter.com/Crypto101Pod twitter.com/BrycePaul101 twitter.com/PizzaMind instagram.com/crypto_101 ...2020-07-0134 minCRYPTO 101CRYPTO 101Ep. 334 - Earning Bitcoin-back with EVERY Purchase, w/ Fold App CEO Will ReevesIn this episode of CRYPTO 101, brought to you by eToro, we sat down with Will Reeves the CEO of Fold App, about how he is helping people get their very first Bitcoin without having to go through the struggle of purchasing it from an exchange. The Fold app gives people Bitcoin-back for purchasing gift cards to places they already go anyway and is literally the easiest way for anyone to get started in crypto that we’ve seen so far. Sponsored link: https://www.etoro.com/crypto101 https://cog.network Guest Links: https://foldapp.com https://twitter.com/fold_app Sh...2020-06-2435 minCRYPTO 101CRYPTO 101Ep. 333 - Why this Ex-Goldman Sachs Trader Started a Bitcoin Exchange w/ BTSE's Brian WongIn this episode of CRYPTO 101, brought to you by eToro, we talked with Brian Wong from BTSE about the inner workings of building a crypto exchange. BTSE is focused on integrating the most cutting edge Bitcoin technology like Liquid and Lightning Network. It also has a few unique things no other exchange has, such as multi-currency spot ordering. This means you have a single order book which aggregates all the bids and offers from each fiat currency. It makes markets far more efficient, but is no easy engineering task. BTSE also just released some new debit cards that allow you...2020-06-1828 minCRYPTO 101CRYPTO 101Ep. 332 - Crypto's New World Order built on Algorand, w/ IBMR's David Sinjin JungIn this episode of CRYPTO 101, brought to you by eToro, we meet with David Sinjin Jung, founder of International Blockchain Monetary Reserve (IBMR), built on Algorand. We take a look at the collapsing financial system and what’s really happening, banking the unbanked, social equality, asset-backed cryptos, and the new smart contract platform called Algorand. We also compare and contrast IBMR to Facebook’s ambitious Libra project. Sponsored link: https://crypto101podcast.com/etoro Guest Links: https://ibmr.io/ https://twitter.com/ARCC_IBMR Show Links: https://CRYPTO101podcast.com Patreon: www.patreon.com/user?u=8429526 Twitter: https://twitter.com/Cryp...2020-06-1051 minCRYPTO 101CRYPTO 101Ep. 331 - Dollar Cost Averaging w/ Cory Klipstein from Swan BitcoinIn this episode of CRYPTO 101, brought to you by eToro, we talked to Cory Klippsten about the easiest way to make recurring purchases of Bitcoin, called Swan Bitcoin. Cory is a leading Bitcoin maximalist who is also one of the many people behind GiveBitcoin.io. He had some very interesting things to say about money and the current situation the world is facing today. Sponsored link: https://www.etoro.com/crypto101 Guest Links: https://twitter.com/coryklippsten Show Links: https://CRYPTO101podcast.com Patreon: www.patreon.com/user?u=8429526 Twitter: https://twitter.com/Crypto101Pod https://twitter.com/BrycePaul101 https...2020-06-0438 minCRYPTO 101CRYPTO 101Ep. 330 - Fmr. Morgan Stanley VP & Citi MD goes ALL IN on Crypto w/ Dave Weisberger, CEO, CoinroutesIn this episode of CRYPTO 101, brought to you by eToro, we speak with Dave Weisberger of Coinroutes. He is a former VP at Morgan Stanley, and former Managing Director at Citigroup. Coinroutes is a run by a genius father-son duo, and has the hallmarks of an unstoppable company in crypto. We discuss the total addressable market of crypto, and all the problems which plague traditional markets. Lastly, we discuss market structure, price action, and what we suspect went wrong with the Bitmex liquidation engine on March 12, Black Thursday. Sponsored link: https://www.etoro.com/crypto101 https://cog.network Guest Links: ...2020-05-2852 minCRYPTO 101CRYPTO 101Ep. 329 - Former U.S. Defense Intelligence Agency Dan Doney, CEO, SecurrencyIn this episode of CRYPTO 101, brought to you by eToro, we sat down with Dan Doney the CEO of Securrency. Dan has experience working with the US Defense Intelligence Agency and holds a degree from MIT. He shares so very cool insights about working with the government, as he is now working in the private sector. We talked about a term which is rising in popularity: “RegTech”. A lot of the conversation centers around the idea of two systems (regulated and unregulated) co-existing in crypto, and Dan’s vision for the future. Sponsored link: https://www.etoro.com/crypto101 https://cog.ne...2020-05-2251 minCRYPTO 101CRYPTO 101Ep. 328 - X-Ray Vision: How Crypto Moves Between Users and Exchanges, w/ analytics firm Valega ChainIn this episode of CRYPTO 101, brought to you by eToro, we welcome our very first guest from Finland on the show, Sven Martinsson of Valega Chain. Valega chain performs on-chain analytics and gives governments and agencies some very unique insight. It’s like X-ray vision into how cryptocurrencies are moving around between users and exchanges. We got his perspective on blockchain’s elements of privacy vs transparency, some new EU laws that went into effect, and what we should be looking for in Finland’s growing blockchain industry. Sponsored link: https://www.etoro.com/crypto101 https://cog.network Guest Links: https...2020-05-1928 minCRYPTO 101CRYPTO 101Ep. 327 - What are "derivatives" (options & futures) & Why They Matter, w/ Phemex CEO Jack TaoIn this episode of CRYPTO 101, brought to you by eToro, we sat down with Jack Tao, the CEO of Phemex. We learned a lot about derivatives, why they play a part of healthy markets for assets, and what some of the derivative-specific terms mean. We also got some insight in how crypto is affected by macroeconomic conditions and a whole lot more! Don’t miss this one. Sponsored link: https://etoro.com/crypto101 https://cog.network Guest Links: https://phemex.com https://twitter.com/Phemex_official Show Links: https://CRYPTO101podcast.com https://CRYPTO101Insider.com Patreon: www.patreon.com/us...2020-05-1433 minCRYPTO 101CRYPTO 101Ep. 326 - A Conversation with IOTA founder, David SonsteboIn this episode of CRYPTO 101, brought to you by eToro, we talk to the founder of IOTA about one of the coolest projects in the crypto space. We talk a lot about the future of automation and the future that is upon us, built around a machine-to-machine economy. The dominating news is their wallet was hacked, and David reimbursed roughly two million dollars worth of stolen tokens out of his own pocket! This signifies a huge change in philosophy in crypto, when stolen funds used to be met with a shrug and “oh well”. David clues us in on why he c...2020-05-0847 minCRYPTO 101CRYPTO 101Ep. 325 - eToro's Quarterly Report, w/ Josh Frank (TheTIE) and Sacha Ghebali (Kaiko)In this episode of CRYPTO 101, brought to you by eToro, we sat down with Joshua Frank, the CEO of TheTie and Sacha Ghebali, a market analyst for Kaiko. Josh and Sacha worked hard on a quarterly report for eToro and we discussed their findings in both market and sentiment data. The link to their full report can be found here: https://www.etoro.com/en-us/crypto/quarterly-report/ Sponsored link: https://www.etoro.com/crypto101 eToro USA LLC; Investments are subject to market risk, including the possible loss of principal. https://cog.network Guest Links: https://thetie.io https://kaiko.com ...2020-05-051h 01CRYPTO 101CRYPTO 101Ep. 324 - Putting the Stock Market on the Blockchain w/ Ami Ben David, CEO of OwneraIn this episode of CRYPTO 101, brought to you by eToro, we sat down with Ami Ben David, the CEO of Ownera.io which is creating institutional-grade tokenization solutions. We discuss the entire tech stack that undergirds security tokens. He shared with us the differences between cryptocurrency and digital securities, as well as the advantages of tokenizing stock and fractionalizing ownership of real estate. Sponsored link: https://www.etoro.com/crypto101 https://cog.network Guest Links: https://ownera.io/ https://twitter.com/amibendavid Show Links: https://CRYPTO101podcast.com https://CryptoRevolution.com Patreon: www.patreon.com/user?u=8429526 Twitter: https://twitter...2020-05-0141 minCRYPTO 101CRYPTO 101Ep. 323 - A Conversation with former JP Morgan and SEC Will Martino, Founder of KadenaIn this episode of CRYPTO 101, brought to you by eToro, we sat down with Will Martino the founder of Kadena, about his experience working at JP Morgan and the SEC, as well as what problems he is trying to solve at Kadena. In production since 2016, Kadena is finally ready to hit the spotlight, and Will tells us about Web 3.0, interoperability, and their proprietary smart contract language Pact. Sponsored link: https://www.etoro.com/crypto101 https://cog.network Guest Links: https://kadena.io https://twitter.com/_wjmartino_ Show Links: https://CRYPTO101podcast.com https://cryptorevoltution.com Patreon: www.patreon.com/user...2020-04-2743 minCRYPTO 101CRYPTO 101Ep. 322 - Taking Power Back from Governments! w/ Nym Founder Harry HalpinIn this episode of CRYPTO 101, brought to you by eToro, we sat down with Harry Halpin from Nym Technologies. Harry is one of the original “cypherpunks” who interacted with Satoshi Nakamoto in the early days. Harry shares some personal stories about his philosophy behind why he is involved in privacy preserving technologies, and cryptocurrencies. We also unpack the anti-encryption bill trying to be snuck in called the EARN IT bill, which tries to take away some fundamental human rights. Lastly, we take a look at the friendly jurisdiction of Switzerland, and the innovation they are fostering there. Sponsored link: https://etor...2020-04-2149 minCRYPTO 101CRYPTO 101Ep. 321 - A Conversation with Blockstack founder Muneeb AliIn this episode of CRYPTO 101, brought to you by eToro, we meet with Muneeb Ali, founder and CEO of Blockstack-- a user-owned internet leveraging Bitcoin’s security! Blockstack is a decentralized computing platform that app developers can use in lieu of AWS, Ethereum, or EOS. We discuss the future of decentralized networks, privacy, and interoperability. Sponsored link: https://crypto101podcast.com/etoro Guest Links: https://blockstack.org https://twitter.com/blockstack https://twitter.com/muneeb Show Links: https://CRYPTO101podcast.com https://cryptorevolution.com Patreon: www.patreon.com/user?u=8429526 Twitter: https://twitter.com/Crypto101Pod https://twitter.com/BrycePaul101 ht...2020-04-1841 minCRYPTO 101CRYPTO 101Ep. 320 - Inside the Life and Mind of an Investment Banker, w/ Alex GrodnikIn this episode of CRYPTO 101, brought to you by eToro, we sat down with Alex Grodnik of Wall Street Oasis’ “Moving Up” Podcast. Alex shares with us a very candid look inside the life and mind of an investment banker. He shares how he found more joy eventually through building his own businesses, and living a life built on the premise of Rejection Therapy-- not taking “no” for an answer. Sponsored link: https://etoro.com/crypto101 Guest Links: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/moving-up/id1223825795 https://wallstreetoasis.com Show Links: https://CRYPTO101podcast.com https://CRYPTO101Insider.com Patreon: www.patreo...2020-04-1426 minCRYPTO 101CRYPTO 101Ep. 319 - A Conversation with Chainlink founder, Sergey NazarovIn this episode of CRYPTO 101, brought to you by eToro, we sat down with Sergey Nazarov, founder of Chainlink. Chainlink has had a very impressive and successful past couple years inking a very cool partnership with Google Cloud, amongst several others. We break down what a future running on irreversible, autonomous, machine-to machine value transfers really looks like. We dive into how that new reality will affect industries such as insurance, capital markets, gaming, and more. Sponsored link: https://etoro.com/crypto101 Guest Links: https://twitter.com/chainlink https://twitter.com/SergeyNazarov https://chain.link/ Show Links: https://CRYPTO101podcast...2020-04-0646 minCRYPTO 101CRYPTO 101Ep. 318 - Global Recession is Looming, but YOU have Crypto w/ Delta Exchange CEO Pankaj BalaniIn this episode of CRYPTO 101, brought to you by eToro, we sat down with Pankaj Balani, CEO and founder of Delta Exchange. We speak at length about the profound effects of COVID-19 on the economy, how we should expect to see crypto evolve during a recession, general trading ideas, volatility, derivatives, the future of crypto in India, and so much more. Sponsored link: https://etoro.com/crypto101 Guest Links: https://www.delta.exchange/ https://twitter.com/Delta_Exchange https://twitter.com/balanipankaj Show Links: https://CRYPTO101podcast.com https://CRYPTO101Insider.com Patreon: www.patreon.com/user?u=8429526 Twitter: https...2020-04-0350 minCRYPTO 101CRYPTO 101Ep. 317 - The World's...Smallest Blockchain? w/ Emre Tekisalp of CodaIn this episode of CRYPTO 101, brought to you by eToro, we sat down with Emre Tekisalp of Coda, the world’s smallest blockchain. This was one of our more technical conversations, where we learned a lot about Zero Knowledge Proofs and the Ouroboros consensus mechanism that several blockchains use to secure their transactions. Sponsored link: https://etoro.com/crypto101 https://cog.network Guest Links: https://codaprotocol.com/ https://twitter.com/codaprotocol https://t.me/codaprotocol Show Links: https://CRYPTO101podcast.com https://CRYPTO101Insider.com Patreon: www.patreon.com/user?u=8429526 Twitter: https://twitter.com/Crypto101Pod https://twitter.com/Br...2020-03-2641 minCRYPTO 101CRYPTO 101Ep. 316 - "And the Future of the Internet Looks Like..." w/ Tal Kol co-founder, OrbsIn this episode of CRYPTO 101, brought to you by eToro, we sat down with Tal Kol, co-founder of Orbs. We talk about the decentralized Web 3.0 stack and what the internet of the future really looks like. We also take a good look at the necessary improvements needed to the user experience in order to bring mass adoption to crypto. Sponsored link: https://etoro.com/crypto101 Guest Links: https://orbs.com https://twitter.com/orbs_network https://twitter.com/koltal Show Links: https://CRYPTO101podcast.com https://CRYPTO101Insider.com Patreon: www.patreon.com/user?u=8429526 Twitter: https://twitter.com/Crypto101...2020-03-2333 minCRYPTO 101CRYPTO 101Ep. 315 - Crypto Media, Ethics, and Journalism w/ Cointelegraph Magazine's Jon RiceIn this episode of CRYPTO 101, brought to you by eToro, we talk with Jon Rice, the new managing editor of CoinTelegraph, about blockchain and media, and what kind of stories to expect in CoinTelegraph Magazine. We look at the ethics of journalism in crypto, how stories get so skewed sometimes, and the most exciting story Jon has ever reported on. Sponsored link: http://etoro.com/crypto101 Guest Links: https://magazine.cointelegraph.com https://twitter.com/JonRiceCrypto Show Links: https://CRYPTO101podcast.com https://crypto101insider.com Patreon: www.patreon.com/user?u=8429526 Twitter: https://twitter.com/Crypto101Pod https://twitter...2020-03-1933 minCRYPTO 101CRYPTO 101Ep. 314 - Hedge Fund Level Tools for the Everyday Investor, w/ ITB CEO Jesus RodriguezIn this episode of CRYPTO 101, brought to you by eToro, we speak with Jesus Rodriguez, CEO and founder of Into the Block (ITB). We discuss how his team is giving the average investor hedge fund level tools to make big profits. ITB is applying machine learning and artificial intelligence to analyze the blockchain and make buy and sell signals. Their platform is only a few bucks a month, and gives you detailed order book depth, twitter sentiment analysis, support and resistance levels, and much more. Sponsored link: http://etoro.com/crypto101 Guest Links: https://app.intotheblock.com/ https://twitter.com...2020-03-1635 minCRYPTO 101CRYPTO 101Ep. 25 - The Weekly FireWhat’s burning, CryptNation? In The Weekly Fire, Bryce and PizzaMind recap the most important events of the week, and give you a piece of their mind. As always, we cover this week’s hottest topics, crypto’s most burning questions, and get into some heated debates. Recurring Show Segments: “Hot or Not”, “Smoke and Mirrors”, “Fire Tweets”, and “Scorched Earth”. “Hot or Not” is a quick look at the biggest winners and losers from last week. “Smoke and Mirrors” spurs debate between PizzaMind and Bryce as they opine on the legitimacy of crypto projects. “Fire Tweets” we deem self-explanatory. Finally, “Scorched Earth” is a ser...2020-03-1236 minCRYPTO 101CRYPTO 101Ep. 313 - A Hedge Fund by the People, for the People, w/ Ember Fund's Alex WangIn this episode of CRYPTO 101, brought to you by eToro, we speak with Alex Wang of Ember Fund, which is revolutionizing investing for the everyday consumer. With a deep background in artificial intelligence, mathematics, and computer science, Alex shares secrets about how he outperforms the market. He also discusses how you can reap those benefits by becoming a part of Ember Fund, a decentralized hedge fund. Sponsored link: http://etoro.com/crypto101 Guest Links: https://www.emberfund.io/ https://twitter.com/Ember_Fund Show Links: https://crypto101insider.com https://CRYPTO101podcast.com Patreon: www.patreon.com/user?u=8429526 Twitter: ...2020-03-0931 minCRYPTO 101CRYPTO 101Ep. 312 - Mining Since Bitcoin's Birth, w/ Kristy-Leigh Minehan AKA "OhGodAGirl"In this episode of CRYPTO 101, brought to you by eToro, we talked with Kristy-Leigh Minehan (otherwise known as OhGodAGirl on Twitter). She enlightened us about the earliest days of Bitcoin mining and gave us the inside track on how crypto mining operates today. We talk about some of the largest enterprise mining operations from former Paypal executives, Bitcoin’s former halvings, and expectations for this year’s halving. Sponsored link: http://etoro.com/crypto101 Guest Links: https://twitter.com/OhGodAGirl Show Links: https://crypto101insider.com https://CRYPTO101podcast.com Patreon: www.patreon.com/user?u=8429526 Twitter: https://twitter.com/Cryp...2020-03-0547 minCRYPTO 101CRYPTO 101Ep. 311 - Fortune 100 Company Adopts Crypto, w/ Honeywell Exec. Lisa ButtersIn this episode of CRYPTO 101, brought to you by eToro, we talked with Lisa Butters of Honeywell, a Fortune 100 company. The 77th largest company in America by market cap, we discuss Honeywell’s blockchain strategy and the impact it will have on supply chain. We take a look at how Honeywell is revolutionizing a business-to-business industry with their online crypto marketplace. We talk about how the largest companies in America view cryptocurrency and blockchain, in order to provide uniform and accurate information. Sponsored link: https://crypto101podcast.com/etoro Guest Links: https://godirecttrade.com Show Links: https://CRYPTO101podcast.com Pa...2020-03-0236 minCRYPTO 101CRYPTO 101Ep. 24 - The Weekly FireWhat’s burning, CryptNation? In The Weekly Fire, Bryce and PizzaMind recap the most important events of the week, and give you a piece of their mind. As always, we cover this week’s hottest topics, crypto’s most burning questions, and get into some heated debates. Recurring Show Segments: “Hot or Not”, “Smoke and Mirrors”, “Fire Tweets”, and “Scorched Earth”. “Hot or Not” is a quick look at the biggest winners and losers from last week. “Smoke and Mirrors” spurs debate between PizzaMind and Bryce as they opine on the legitimacy of crypto projects. “Fire Tweets” we deem self-explanatory. Finally, “Scorched Earth” is a ser...2020-02-2749 minCRYPTO 101CRYPTO 101Ep. 310 - You're Being Watched, w/ Orchid CEO & former Pantera Capital partner Dr. Steven WaterhouseIn this episode of CRYPTO 101, brought to you by eToro, we sit down with Dr. Steven “7” Waterhouse who is CEO and co-founder of Orchid, as well as former partner and CTO of Pantera Capital-- one of cryptos leading investment funds. In this episode, we learn that the most cited researcher in the legendary Bitcoin Whitepaper now works with Orchid. We focus our conversation specifically around current problems and dangers inherent in current internet infrastructure, and how blockchain is the novel solution. We dive deep into the importance of privacy on the internet and why you should take it way more seri...2020-02-2445 minCRYPTO 101CRYPTO 101Ep. 23 - The Weekly FireWhat’s burning, CryptNation? In The Weekly Fire, Bryce and PizzaMind recap the most important events of the week, and give you a piece of their mind. As always, we cover this week’s hottest topics, crypto’s most burning questions, and get into some heated debates. Recurring Show Segments: “Hot or Not”, “Smoke and Mirrors”, “Fire Tweets”, and “Scorched Earth”. “Hot or Not” is a quick look at the biggest winners and losers from last week. “Smoke and Mirrors” spurs debate between PizzaMind and Bryce as they opine on the legitimacy of crypto projects. “Fire Tweets” we deem self-explanatory. Finally, “Scorched Earth” is a ser...2020-02-2142 minCRYPTO 101CRYPTO 101Ep. 309 - Earn Crypto Everyday, w/ StormX CEO Simon YuIn this episode of CRYPTO 101, brought to you by eToro, we sit down with Simon Yu, CEO and Founder of StormX, enabling users to earn crypto anywhere, anytime, from any device! Built on the back of blockchain technology, Storm’s gamified microtask platform creates opportunities for people around the world to earn cryptocurrency rewards. Sponsored link: http://etoro.com/crypto101 Guest Links: https://stormx.io/ https://twitter.com/stormplayapp Show Links: https://CRYPTO101podcast.com https://www.cryptorevolution.com/free Patreon: www.patreon.com/user?u=8429526 Social: https://twitter.com/Crypto101Pod https://twitter.com/BrycePaul101 https://twitter.com/PizzaMind ht...2020-02-1730 minCRYPTO 101CRYPTO 101Ep. 22 - The Weekly FireWhat’s burning, CryptNation? In The Weekly Fire, Bryce and PizzaMind recap the most important events of the week, and give you a piece of their mind. As always, we cover this week’s hottest topics, crypto’s most burning questions, and get into some heated debates. Recurring Show Segments: “Hot or Not”, “Smoke and Mirrors”, “Fire Tweets”, and “Scorched Earth”. “Hot or Not” is a quick look at the biggest winners and losers from last week. “Smoke and Mirrors” spurs debate between PizzaMind and Bryce as they opine on the legitimacy of crypto projects. “Fire Tweets” we deem self-explanatory. Finally, “Scorched Earth” is a ser...2020-02-1339 minCRYPTO 101CRYPTO 101Ep. 308 - Inside the Mind of One of Crypto's Greatest Hedge Fund, w/ DARMA Capital's Andrew KeysIn this episode of CRYPTO 101, brought to you by eToro, we sit down with Andrew Keys, CEO and Founder of DARMA Capital. We speak at length about the strategies his hedge fund employs to outperform the market. We ask him how he generates buy/sell signals, his framework for making trades, larger global events coming to bear on crypto, his favorite coins of 2020, the lending markets, and so much more. As one of the founders of ConsenSys, too, Andrew has tremendous insight into how the decentralized future will be unfolding. Sponsored link: http://etoro.com/crypto101 Guest Links: https://darma...2020-02-1037 minCRYPTO 101CRYPTO 101Ep. 307 - Institutional Crypto Adoption w/ "Forbes 30 under 30" Edward Woodford of SeedCXIn this episode of CRYPTO 101, brought to you by eToro, we sit down with Edward Woodford of SeedCX to talk about the landscape for financial institutions, and where they are at in terms of adoption of investing in crypto assets. We talk about how crypto is a retail driven phenomena, macroeconomic factors coming to bear on crypto, and big time trends that are unfolding throughout 2020. Sponsored link: http://etoro.com/crypto101 Guest Links: https://twitter.com/SeedCX https://seedcx.com/ Show Links: https://CRYPTO101podcast.com https://www.cryptorevolution.com/free Patreon: www.patreon.com/user?u=8429526 Social: https://twitter...2020-02-0635 minCRYPTO 101CRYPTO 101Ep. 306 - Trade the Crypto Markets like a Pro, w/ Evan Feng of Tapestry CapitalIn this episode of CRYPTO 101, brought to you by eToro, we sit down with Evan Feng of Tapestry Capital to do a deep dive into trading crypto! Sponsored link: http://etoro.com/crypto101 Guest Links: https://twitter.com/EvanTheFeng Show Links: https://CRYPTO101podcast.com https://www.cryptorevolution.com/free Patreon: www.patreon.com/user?u=8429526 Social: https://twitter.com/Crypto101Pod https://twitter.com/BrycePaul101 https://twitter.com/PizzaMind https://instagram.com/crypto_101 https://www.facebook.com/groups/101Crypto https://www.facebook.com/CRYPTO101Podcast **THIS IS NOT FINANCIAL OR LEGAL ADVICE** © Copyright 2019 Boardwalk Flock, LLC All Rights Reserved ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ Fog by DIZARO https://soundcloud.com...2020-02-0333 minCRYPTO 101CRYPTO 101Ep. 305 - Understanding Capital Markets and the Global Flow of Money, w/ eToro's Guy HirschIn this episode of CRYPTO 101, brought to you by eToro, we sit down with Guy Hirsch, Managing Director of eToro U.S. This episode is all about capital markets, the global flow of money, different sorts of crypto trading instruments (futures, options, swaps, etc.) and their impact on prices, and institutional trends that are just starting to unfold in the blockchain space. We also talk a lot about what it is like building a trading venue in the U.S. as well as the history of eToro! Sponsored link: http://etoro.com/crypto101 Guest Links: https://twitter.com/GuyHirsch https...2020-01-3047 min