Bankless ROLLUP: Trump vs. The Fed | Staked ETH ETF | The First Stage 2 Rollup | Robinhood's Crypto Pivot
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Feb 14, 2025 Tarun Chitra, a leading figure at Gauntlet, dives into the clash between Trump and the Fed, revealing its implications for interest rates and markets. The conversation shifts to crypto innovations, including the ETH staking ETF and Robinhood's surprising moves in the crypto space. They also explore the latest in airdrops, discussing their potential demise and the impact of meme coins on the market. Chitra shares insights on governance in DeFi and the evolving dynamics of financial markets, blending lighthearted banter with sharp analysis.
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Crypto Market Performance
- New chains and L2s performed poorly, while meme coins gained popularity.
- Solana and Bitcoin performed well, driven by institutional adoption and macro trends, respectively.
Staking ETF Appeal
- An Ethereum ETF with staking could attract traditional investors by offering fee-less or even yield-generating investments.
- This contrasts with the initial inflows into Bitcoin and Ether ETFs, driven mainly by crypto-native investors.
Trump ETFs
- Trump's brand recognition could attract investors to his ETFs, even with higher fees.
- The key question is whether his brand has enough pull in the ETF market to justify a premium.