

The Chopping Block Recaps 2022: Crypto's Biggest Winners and Losers and Best Memes - Ep. 437
5 snips Dec 28, 2022
The hosts dive into the biggest winners and losers in the crypto world of 2022. They dissect the impressive rise of stablecoins and the industry's rocky reputation. Solana's struggles, the complexities of Miner Extractable Value (MEV), and the flaws in proof of reserves are explored. The podcast also highlights the surprising relationship between inflation and Bitcoin’s performance, alongside entertaining discussions about the year’s best memes. Predictions for 2023 include a possible Ethereum resurgence and evolving innovations in DeFi.
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Stablecoin Bulls Win
- Stablecoin bulls were a rare pocket of winners in 2022's bear market.
- They focused on stablecoin-based strategies, maximizing yields.
Laura Shin's Success
- Laura Shin had a successful year in crypto journalism, with a new book and major scoops.
- This contrasts with mainstream media outlets that often promoted figures like SBF.
DeFi's Resilience
- Despite CeFi collapses, DeFi primitives remained largely solvent and functional.
- This reinforces DeFi's importance and resilience, proving its value proposition.