Jordi Alexander returns to debate David Hoffman on whether or not next week's Ethereum Merge is bullish or bearish for ETH. The debate is moderated by none other than, Ryan Sean Adams. Let us know if you're bullish or bearish in the comments or on Twitter: @banklesshq ------ 📣 ConsenSys | Mint a Merge NFT! https://bankless.cc/themerge  📣 Converge 2022 | Register with code Bankless250 for $250 off https://bankless.cc/Circle  ------ 🚀 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER: https://newsletter.banklesshq.com/  🎙️ SUBSCRIBE TO PODCAST: http://podcast.banklesshq.com/  ------ BANKLESS SPONSOR TOOLS: 🚀 ROCKET POOL | ETH STAKING https://bankless.cc/RocketPool  ⚖️ ARBITRUM | SCALING ETHEREUM https://bankless.cc/Arbitrum  ❎ ACROSS | BRIDGE TO LAYER 2 https://bankless.cc/Across  🦁 BRAVE | THE BROWSER NATIVE WALLET https://bankless.cc/Brave  🌴 MAKER DAO | DECENTRALIZED LENDING https://bankless.cc/MakerDAO  🔐 LEDGER | SECURE STAKING https://bankless.cc/Ledger  ------ Topics Covered: 0:00 Intro 3:03 David & Jordi's Luna Debate 10:07 Why the Merge is Overhyped? 16:50 Merge Bulls 21:05 Long ETH? 23:10 The ETH Narrative Play 32:05 Overestimating the ETH Yield 42:38 Blockspace Demand 1:02:05 Multichains 1:06:17 Ethereum's Gravitational Pull 1:09:57 Value Accrual 1:17:23 ETH Not Monetary Premium? 1:28:50 Price Range Predictions ------ Resources: Jordi Alexander https://twitter.com/gametheorizing  Jordi's Article https://newsletter.banklesshq.com/p/is-the-merge-overhyped  David's Rebuttal to Jordi's Article https://newsletter.banklesshq.com/p/a-rebuttal-to-jordi-alexander-and  ----- Not financial or tax advice. This channel is strictly educational and is not investment advice or a solicitation to buy or sell any assets or to make any financial decisions. This video is not tax advice. Talk to your accountant. Do your own research. Disclosure. From time-to-time I may add links in this newsletter to products I use. I may receive commission if you make a purchase through one of these links. Additionally, the Bankless writers hold crypto assets. See our investment disclosures here: https://newsletter.banklesshq.com/p/bankless-disclosures 

Terra is exploding. Do Kwon and the Terra ecosystem are turning Bitcoin into their collateral asset of choice to backstop LUNA and the UST stablecoin. Over the last several weeks, the Luna Foundation Guard (LFG) have bought over 30,000 BTC... and they don't plan to stop there. As the LFG climbs the ranks of bitcoin holders, Do Kwon has started playing empire games—claiming victory over the Curve Wars with the 4pool (which contains UST, Frax, USDC, and USDT), calling for the end of DAI, and attempting to build out the Terra ecosystem as the ultimate power in the universe. Is Terra (UST) the future of crypto money? Or is it a ticking time bomb waiting to explode? Perhaps the truth is somewhere in the middle, so we're going to debate it. From the bull side is Delphi Digital's José Maria Macedo, and representing the skeptics is Selini Capital's Jordi Alexander. ------ CONSENSYS | M·A·C: NFT Collection for a Good Cause https://bankless.cc/MAC  ------ SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER: https://newsletter.banklesshq.com/  ️ SUBSCRIBE TO PODCAST: http://podcast.banklesshq.com/  ------ BANKLESS SPONSOR TOOLS: ️ ARBITRUM | SCALED ETHEREUM https://bankless.cc/Arbitrum  ACROSS | BRIDGE TO LAYER 2 https://bankless.cc/Across  ALTO IRA | TAX-FREE CRYPTO https://bankless.cc/AltoIRA  AAVE V3 | LEND & BORROW CRYPTO https://bankless.cc/aave  ️ MAKER DAO | THE DAI STABLECOIN https://bankless.cc/MakerDAO  BRAVE | THE BROWSER NATIVE WALLET https://bankless.cc/Brave  ------ Timestamps: 0:00 Intro 7:30 LUNA/UST Fundamental Properties 15:15 The Balance Between LUNA/ETH 20:00 Why Bullish/Bearish? 25:28 Why is UST a Successful Stable? 30:19 Are Algo-Stablecoins Unstable? 42:25 Anchor's Utility 48:02 Do Kwon $10B Purchase of LUNA 52:02 Is UST Becoming a Bank? 57:00 Risks of De-pegging 1:06:30 Has LUNA/UST Been Tested? 1:15:00 Do Kwon & Decentralization 1:27:50 Do Kwon's 4pool 1:39:05 Potential Nightmare Scenarios 1:48:04 Closing Arguments ------ Resources: Jordi Alexander CIO of Selini Capital https://twitter.com/gametheorizing  Jose Macedo Founding Partner, Delphi Digital https://twitter.com/zemariamacedo  ----- Not financial or tax advice. This channel is strictly educational and is not investment advice or a solicitation to buy or sell any assets or to make any financial decisions. This video is not tax advice. Talk to your accountant. Do your own research. Disclosure. From time-to-time I may add links in this newsletter to products I use. I may receive commission if you make a purchase through one of these links. Additionally, the Bankless writers hold crypto assets. See our investment disclosures here: https://newsletter.banklesshq.com/p/bankless-disclosures 

Today, we welcome Jordi Alexander, a former professional poker player turned macro trader turned crypto trader.  Jordi competes in the Mind Sports Olympiad and is an expert in games and game theory in general.  Together we discuss How to pick up new games and improve How you can apply game theory to the crypto markets What Jordi and Su think about the market, especially the role of Bitcoin & Ethereum Why Su is Doge-pilled and whether he can convince us of his thesis Enjoy! Listen to conversations between Su Zhu, the CEO and CIO of Three Arrows Capital, and Hasu, an experienced crypto researcher and writer. Together with occasional guests, we explore the transformative nature of trust-minimized currency and financial services. SUBSCRIBE to the Podcast Apple Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/uncommon-core/id1517659188?uo=4 Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/3vuV292Him90EjQ5YL4XIw Youtube https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy8yNTc4ZDVhMC9wb2RjYXN0L3Jzcw== Other https://anchor.fm/uncommoncore    FOLLOW on Twitter Su Zhu https://twitter.com/zhusu Hasu https://twitter.com/hasufl  Our homepage and mailing list https://uncommoncore.co/podcast/ Transcripts, if available https://uncommoncore.co/blog/

Join industry veterans Sam Kazemian and Jordi Alexander as they unravel the complexities of valuing digital assets in the crypto sphere. Sam challenges traditional frameworks by categorizing tokens into 'sovereign commodities' and 'labor-representing tokens,' sparking a lively debate on Ethereum's narrative. Jordi dives into the concept of 'community money,' highlighting how assets like Solana and Dogecoin thrive on social dynamics. They also touch on the significance of provenance and community engagement in shaping crypto valuations. Dive into their insightful conversation!

Lads discuss memecoin narratives, ethics of shilling, and ETH ETF approval odds. They analyze AI coins, market trends, and potential dip. Plus, a fun segment on pasta of the week!

Jordi Alexander, a crypto market expert, delves into the recent U.S. Strategic Bitcoin Reserve, exploring its significance and potential effects on the digital asset landscape. He discusses the fallout from a high-profile White House Digital Summit, revealing the challenges in achieving regulatory clarity. The conversation also touches on Bitcoin acquisition strategies and the precarious situation surrounding HyperLiquid's recent exploit, shedding light on vulnerabilities in decentralized exchanges. Tune in for critical insights into crypto's evolving narrative!

Jordi Alexander, a crypto trader, shares major lessons learned from his experience in tradfi and crypto markets. Topics discussed include the negative sum nature of ponzi coins, understanding fundamentals, managing time in a 24/7 market, big winners in the crypto market, individual financial responsibility, diversification strategies, predictions for the 2024 cycle, and dealing with haters in the crypto space.

In this discussion, Jordi Alexander, Founder & CIO of Selini Capital, Justin Bram, Co-Founder & CEO of Astaria, and Taiki Maeda, a prominent crypto influencer, dive into the exciting world of cryptocurrency. They share strategies for identifying the next big investment opportunities and spark conversations about the psychology of investing. The trio also tackles the significance of diversification, the landscape of crypto conferences, and their predictions for the upcoming year, all while reflecting on personal experiences in navigating the volatile market.

Arthur Cheong, Founder and CIO of DeFiance Capital, and Jordi Alexander, Chief Alchemist at Mantle, dive into the promising future of DeFi. They discuss the recent improvements in security and user experience, which could signal a bull run. The duo debates the impact of Layer 2 solutions on Ethereum and whether it can outperform Solana. They also tackle the distraction posed by memecoins and the need for sustainable tokenomics. With insights into crypto valuations, this conversation sheds light on the evolving DeFi landscape.

Arthur Cheong, founder and CIO of DeFiance Capital, and Jordi Alexander, founder of Selini Capital, share their insights on the potential bull run in decentralized finance. They discuss significant improvements in DeFi's security and user experience, alongside the rivalry between Ethereum and Solana. The duo also examines the controversial role of Layer 2 solutions, the impact of memecoins on investor behavior, and the critical need for healthy tokenomics. Join them as they explore the future landscape of DeFi and its growing appeal to investors.