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Merge vs. Macro with Travis Kling

Jul 20, 2022

Travis Kling, Founder and CIO of Ikigai Asset Management, shines a light on the intersection of macroeconomics and the Ethereum merge. He discusses how the Ethereum ecosystem is poised for transformation amid market challenges. Kling shares insights on navigating bear markets, suggesting crypto's resilience as a financial hedge. He highlights the need for a strategic shift in portfolios towards Ethereum and examines how macro trends could shape its future. Historical lessons remind listeners of the volatility and potential within the crypto space.

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Intro

2min

Rhino.fi: The Future of DeFi

6min

Navigating Bear Markets and Crypto Resilience

19min

Navigating Financial Turbulence: JGBs, Bitcoin, and DeFi

22min

Lessons from History and the Impact of the Ethereum Merge

4min

Evolving Perspectives on Ethereum and the Merge

16min

Exploring Ethereum's Future Amidst Macro Trends

3min

Travis Kling is the founder of Ikigai Asset Management, and on today's State of the Nation, we're tackling the biggest trade of the year.

While the global market fundamentals crumble, the Ethereum ecosystem looks primed to make history with a successful transition to Proof-of-Stake.

What does this mean for crypto? How is a seasoned investor going to take advantage of a chaotic 2022?

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