Simply Bitcoin Did The US Government Shutdown CONFIRM Bitcoin Is About To EXPLODE?! | EP 1344
Oct 1, 2025
With the U.S. government shut down, Bitcoin's price surge raises questions about market cycles. The hosts analyze historical patterns, comparing today's dynamics to the 2017 surge. They dive into the burdens of crypto reporting and the evolving landscape of corporate tax relief for Bitcoin. A thought-provoking discussion emerges around the concept of network states versus traditional nation-states. Plus, they tackle the implications of fiat monetary policies and the unexpected twists in Bitcoin’s journey as a global currency.
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Q4 After-Halving Seasonality
- Bitcoin often rallies strongly in Q4 of the year after the halving, historically producing outsized returns.
- The hosts see October's early jump and the government shutdown as potential signals of a bullish Q4 continuation.
Bitcoin Forces A Government Rethink
- Bitcoin separates money from state, forcing a rethinking of government roles and size.
- Nico predicts a smaller government if countries transition to a Bitcoin standard and must live within means.
Hosts' Market Psychology Check
- Nico and Optimist Fields reviewed the Wall Street Cheat Sheet to locate market psychology.
- They concluded the market was moving from Hope into early Optimism after October's price action.
