Ep. 692 Are We Coming out of a Bear Market!? & 2026 Outlook with Bitwise's Matt Hougan

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Are We in a Bear Market?

Matt argues fundamentals are strong but short-term selling has created a six-month bear market, likely near its end.

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In this conversation, Bryce and Brendan discuss the current state of the crypto market with Matt Hougan, CIO of Bitwise. They explore the dynamics of the market, including the ongoing bear market, institutional adoption, and regulatory developments. The discussion also covers the impact of government actions on liquidity, the significance of ETFs, and the performance of the Solana ETF. They delve into tax implications for staking strategies and the influence of Basel rules on banking regulations. Looking ahead, they discuss potential catalysts for growth in the crypto space and share predictions for 2026 and beyond.

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