This week features David Kalk, the founder of Reflexive Capital specializing in crypto strategies, and Pranav Kanade, an analyst at VanEck known for his market insights. They dive into the current turmoil of the crypto market, exploring the unwinding of the basis trade and what's next for Bitcoin and altcoins. The duo discusses the psychology behind trading, investor mindsets, and the significance of macroeconomic factors on market dynamics. They also highlight the shift towards a multi-chain future and how specialized chains could reshape investment behaviors.

David Kalk from Reflexive Capital and Jeff Park from Bitwise dive into the psychology behind crypto trading. They discuss how mastering emotions can lead to better performance in volatile markets. The duo highlights the importance of adaptability and psychological resilience for traders. They also address the challenges of traditional investment strategies in the crypto space and the significant influence of emotions like fear and greed on trading decisions. Their insights pave the way for a deeper understanding of the future of institutional crypto investing.

David Kalk, former Macro Fund Manager and CIO of Reflexive Capital, discusses the current state of the crypto market including reflexivity, evaluating new tokens, Solana's resurgence, and the Bitcoin ETF. The podcast explores the concept of reflexivity in the crypto market, the structure of the Reflexive Capital fund, the ongoing regime transition in crypto trading, the impact of a Bitcoin ETF, the need for institutional investors in crypto, and the perspective of venture capitalists in the market.