Markets Outlook

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Sep 17, 2025 • 10min

Stablecoins, Survival and Trust in Emerging Markets | Markets Outlook

Exploring the nuanced reality of stablecoins in emerging markets with The Flip Founder Justin Norman. To get the show every week, follow the podcast ⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠. In today's Markets Outlook, CoinDesk's Jennifer Sanasie and Sam Ewen are joined by Justin Norman, Founder of The Flip, to dive deep into his new documentary series and explore the nuanced, on-the-ground reality of stablecoins. From the complex legal gray areas in Argentina to the surprising role crypto plays in Bolivia's economy, Justin shares what he's learned from people around the globe who depend on stablecoins. This content should not be construed or relied upon as investment advice. It is for entertainment and general information purposes. - This episode was hosted by Jennifer Sanasie and Sam Ewen.
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Sep 12, 2025 • 8min

Cboe Launches Continuous Bitcoin & Ether Futures

Cboe's Global Head of Derivatives, Catherine Clay, discusses the launch of their new products. To get the show every week, follow the podcast ⁠here⁠. Cboe recently announced new continuous futures for bitcoin and ether, mimicking popular offshore perpetual contracts but with a key difference: they're long-dated, cash-settled products with a 10-year expiry. In today's Markets Outlook, CoinDesk's Jennifer Sanasie sits down with Cboe's Global Head of Derivatives, Catherine Clay, to dive into these innovative new products, plus Catherine shares key takeaways from the Hood Summit, including what today's retail traders are really after. This content should not be construed or relied upon as investment advice. It is for entertainment and general information purposes. - Midnight is introducing a novel approach to token distribution. The Midnight Glacier Drop is a multi-phase distribution of the NIGHT token, aimed at empowering a broad, diverse community to build the future of the Midnight network. Holders of ADA, BTC, ETH, SOL, XRP, BNB, AVAX and BAT are eligible to participate in the first phase. Help usher in the next generation of blockchain with rational privacy and cooperative tokenomics on the Midnight network. To learn more, visit midnight.gd and prepare for the Midnight Glacier Drop. - This episode was hosted by Jennifer Sanasie.
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Sep 10, 2025 • 10min

Backpack EU Launches with Daily Proof of Reserves

Unveiling the launch of Backpack EU with CEO Armani Ferrante. To get the show every week, follow the podcast ⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠. Backpack CEO Armani Ferrante joins CoinDesk's Jennifer Sanasie to discuss the launch of Backpack EU, a new crypto derivatives exchange and one of the first in Europe to offer regulated perpetual futures. Plus, Ferrante dives into the complexities of Backpack's acquisition of FTX EU, his plans to differentiate Backpack from competitors, and the company's ambitious goals for global expansion. This content should not be construed or relied upon as investment advice. It is for entertainment and general information purposes. - Midnight is introducing a novel approach to token distribution. The Midnight Glacier Drop is a multi-phase distribution of the NIGHT token, aimed at empowering a broad, diverse community to build the future of the Midnight network. Holders of ADA, BTC, ETH, SOL, XRP, BNB, AVAX and BAT are eligible to participate in the first phase. Help usher in the next generation of blockchain with rational privacy and cooperative tokenomics on the Midnight network. To learn more, visit midnight.gd and prepare for the Midnight Glacier Drop. - This episode was hosted by Jennifer Sanasie.
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Sep 9, 2025 • 15min

Is the Debt Crisis Pushing People to Bitcoin?

The latest market moves, recession risk, and Fed rate cut predictions with ADM Investor Services International Chief Economist & Global Strategist Marc Ostwald. To get the show every week, follow the podcast ⁠⁠here⁠⁠. On this episode of Markets Outlook, CoinDesk's Jennifer Sanasie is joined by ADM Investor Services International Chief Economist & Global Strategist Marc Ostwald, as he explains how central banks have become "scapegoats" for government fiscal problems and why a looming recession, if it happens, would likely be short and shallow. Plus, he shares his Fed rate cut predictions and explains why he thinks crypto offers a lifeline to businesses amid market volatility. This content should not be construed or relied upon as investment advice. It is for entertainment and general information purposes. - Midnight is introducing a novel approach to token distribution. The Midnight Glacier Drop is a multi-phase distribution of the NIGHT token, aimed at empowering a broad, diverse community to build the future of the Midnight network. Holders of ADA, BTC, ETH, SOL, XRP, BNB, AVAX and BAT are eligible to participate in the first phase. Help usher in the next generation of blockchain with rational privacy and cooperative tokenomics on the Midnight network. To learn more, visit midnight.gd and prepare for the Midnight Glacier Drop. - This episode was hosted by Jennifer Sanasie.
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Sep 4, 2025 • 17min

Eric Trump's American Bitcoin Lists on NASDAQ: 'The Best Is Yet to Come' | Markets Outlook

Eric Trump, Co-founder and Chief Strategy Officer of American Bitcoin, believes in Bitcoin's potential as a top store of value. Joining him is Asher Genoot, Executive Chairman, who focuses on making Bitcoin accessible for everyday Americans. They discuss American Bitcoin's exciting NASDAQ debut and innovative strategies for mining and token distribution. The duo emphasizes Bitcoin's rising role in finance and the importance of debanking in boosting digital assets. Their passion for democratizing Bitcoin shines through, hinting at a promising future.
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Sep 4, 2025 • 24min

Why Kevin O'Leary Is Betting Millions on Sports Cards While Declaring the NFT Market Dead | Markets Outlook

Kevin O'Leary, Chairman of O'Leary Ventures and Shark Tank's Mr. Wonderful, shares his bold investment choices, including a jaw-dropping $13 million spend on sports cards. He argues that while NFTs may be a 'fad,' the tokenization of high-value physical assets holds promise. O'Leary discusses his shift to earning yield from BTC and ETH, rather than fixating on daily price fluctuations. He emphasizes the evolving landscape of crypto, regulatory changes, and the exciting future of alternative asset investments.
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Sep 3, 2025 • 10min

'Ondo Global Markets Will Do For US Equities, What the Stablecoin Did for the US Dollar' | Markets Outlook

Ian De Bode, Chief Strategy Officer of Ondo Finance, discusses the launch of Ondo Global Markets, which offers tokenized U.S. stocks and ETFs for global investors. He explains how this platform enhances access to capital markets and provides transparent, on-chain exposure to U.S. assets. De Bode also talks about the innovative token distribution method, the Midnight Glacier Drop, designed to foster community engagement. Additionally, he highlights the potential for tokenization to revolutionize investment flexibility and improve access even when U.S. markets are closed.
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Aug 18, 2025 • 18min

Why Former Barclays CEO Bob Diamond Is Bullish on HYPE

Bob Diamond, former Barclays CEO and co-founder of Atlas Merchant Capital, shares his optimistic views on the growing intersection of Wall Street and crypto. He discusses how major banks are gearing up for blockchain integration and highlights the exciting prospects of Hyperliquid, a new cryptocurrency. David Schamis, co-founder and CIO, dives into market trends and the revolutionary impact of decentralized finance on traditional banking. They also touch on innovative strategies like the Midnight Glacier Drop, aiming for a more inclusive crypto community.
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Aug 11, 2025 • 13min

Will the 'Saylor Effect' Push Ether to $8K?

The latest price moves and insights with Rails co-founder and CEO Satraj Bambra.To get the show every week, follow the podcast here.Rails co-founder and CEO Satraj Bambra, who is also the managing partner and CIO at Round13 Capital DAF, joins CoinDesk with his bullish outlook on the performance of bitcoin and ether in the next few years. Plus, he explains the "Saylor Effect" following recent institutional adoption of ether and the subsequent price boosts. This content should not be construed or relied upon as investment advice. It is for entertainment and general information purposes.-Midnight is introducing a novel approach to token distribution. The Midnight Glacier Drop is a multi-phase distribution of the NIGHT token, aimed at empowering a broad, diverse community to build the future of the Midnight network. Holders of ADA, BTC, ETH, SOL, XRP, BNB, AVAX and BAT are eligible to participate in the first phase.Help usher in the next generation of blockchain with rational privacy and cooperative tokenomics on the Midnight network. To learn more, visit midnight.gd and prepare for the Midnight Glacier Drop.-This episode was hosted by Jennifer Sanasie.
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Aug 4, 2025 • 23min

Why Markus Thielen's BTC Year-End Target Is Capped at $142K and His $5K ETH Prediction

The latest price moves and insights with 10x Research founder Markus Thielen.To get the show every week, follow the podcast here.10x Research founder Markus Thielen joins CoinDesk with his outlook for the crypto markets and a comparatively bearish price target for bitcoin at $142,000 by the end of this year. Plus, the hidden catalyst for BTC and the current divergence between Ether's price and its on-chain fundamentals.This content should not be construed or relied upon as investment advice. It is for entertainment and general information purposes.-Midnight is introducing a novel approach to token distribution. The Midnight Glacier Drop is a multi-phase distribution of the NIGHT token, aimed at empowering a broad, diverse community to build the future of the Midnight network. Holders of ADA, BTC, ETH, SOL, XRP, BNB, AVAX and BAT are eligible to participate in the first phase.Help usher in the next generation of blockchain with rational privacy and cooperative tokenomics on the Midnight network. To learn more, visit midnight.gd and prepare for the Midnight Glacier Drop.-This episode was hosted by Jennifer Sanasie.

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