Crypto did not take the weekend off, that's for sure. Not only did we see Bitcoin continue price discovery into the $80K range for the first time, but a new Bitcoin market cap all-time high was reached as well. So, to set you up for the week, I'll first take you through what happened and what you need to watch for this week with Bitcoin. Then, we'll move into Edward Snowden's comments on decentralization and criticism of Solana, and finally, Cardano's $ADA pumps over 70% on the week and it seems to have been helped by comments from its founder, Charles Hoskinson.Further reading:New record: Bitcoin surpasses $1.6 trillion market capMicroStrategy’s Bitcoin portfolio surpasses $20B, ROI now over 100%$80K BTC price chases gold — 5 things to know in Bitcoin this weekSnowden calls for decentralization, criticizes VC influence on SolanaADA price pumps 30% amid rumors of Cardano founder-Trump collaborationCharles Hoskinson shares new plans to ‘help foster' US crypto policiesRise’n’Crypto is brought to you by Cointelegraph and is hosted and produced by Robert Baggs. You can follow Robert on Twitter and LinkedIn. Cointelegraph’s Twitter: @CointelegraphCointelegraph’s website: cointelegraph.comThe views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast are its participants’ alone and do not necessarily reflect or represent the views and opinions of Cointelegraph. This podcast (and any related content) is for entertainment purposes only and does not constitute financial advice, nor should it be taken as such. Everyone must do their own research and make their own decisions. The podcast’s participants may or may not own any of the assets mentioned.

Although Bitcoin is pushing higher and higher, all eyes were on US spot Bitcoin ETFs, which saw eye-watering numbers. BlackRock posted $1.1B in inflows yesterday, with all 11 ETFs bringing in $1.34B — a number that surprised even the most seasoned ETF analysts. After a Bitcoin rundown, we go through a complete overview of Ethereum as it stands, why it is currently thriving and perhaps even hinting at a "monster rally." Then we will look at an uncomfortable emerging trend as yet another prominent crypto figure is kidnapped.Further reading:BTC price sets fresh all-time high near $77K amid 'long squeeze' fearsBTC investors pour $1.1B into BlackRock ETF as Bitcoin marks another highEthereum set for a ‘monster rally’ as price nears $2.9KEthereum deploys nearly $500M to ecosystem projects in 2022–23: ReportEthereum fees poised for rebound amid L2, blob uptickEthereum holder turns $38K into $30M after 8 yearsWonderFi CEO kidnapped and forced to pay $1M ransom: ReportRise’n’Crypto is brought to you by Cointelegraph and is hosted and produced by Robert Baggs. You can follow Robert on Twitter and LinkedIn. Cointelegraph’s Twitter: @CointelegraphCointelegraph’s website: cointelegraph.comThe views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast are its participants’ alone and do not necessarily reflect or represent the views and opinions of Cointelegraph. This podcast (and any related content) is for entertainment purposes only and does not constitute financial advice, nor should it be taken as such. Everyone must do their own research and make their own decisions. The podcast’s participants may or may not own any of the assets mentioned.

The Donald Trump election victory continued to rally markets over the past 24 hours, with Bitcoin clocking another all-time high at $76,480. Spot Bitcoin ETFs were right there in the action, seeing a huge $6B in trading volume, but oddly, after doing over $1B in volume in the first 20 minutes, BlackRock's iShares Bitcoin Trust posted outflows. Elsewhere, Senator Cynthia Lummis immediately began pushing for a US strategic Bitcoin reserve, but even with Trump, it'll be tricky to implement. And finally, Hamster Kombat hemorrhages users as the Paws Mini App on Telegram makes a move for the crown.Further reading:Bitcoin preps FOMC reaction as BTC price coils below new $76.5K recordBlackRock Bitcoin ETF sees ‘biggest volume day ever’ with $4.1B tradedBlackRock Bitcoin ETF sees $1B volume in first minutes of post-election tradingSenator Lummis’ Bitcoin reserve proposal faces uphill battleHamster Kombat loses 86% of users as Paws Mini App soars on TelegramRise’n’Crypto is brought to you by Cointelegraph and is hosted and produced by Robert Baggs. You can follow Robert on Twitter and LinkedIn. Cointelegraph’s Twitter: @CointelegraphCointelegraph’s website: cointelegraph.comThe views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast are its participants’ alone and do not necessarily reflect or represent the views and opinions of Cointelegraph. This podcast (and any related content) is for entertainment purposes only and does not constitute financial advice, nor should it be taken as such. Everyone must do their own research and make their own decisions. The podcast’s participants may or may not own any of the assets mentioned.

With mere rumblings of a Trump victory in the US presidential election, Bitcoin soared to an all-time high. Now, with Trump's win confirmed, there is a lot of bullish sentiment as he was seen as the crypto voter's favorite, but what does that really mean? What does Trump's victory mean for crypto? What will we see in the months after he takes office? What will change and what won't? In a special episode of the Rise'n'Crypto podcast, I'll take you through what happened with Bitcoin in the past 24 hours and everything you need to know about the impact of a Trump victory on crypto.Further reading:Bitcoin hits new $75K high as Trump takes early election leadBitcoin shorters ‘are getting rekt’ after new $75K highBitcoin heads to the moon — Watch these BTC price levels next from $75KBlackRock's Bitcoin ETF sees 6th ever outflow on US election day2024 US elections live: Trump elected US president for a second timeTrump makes big promises about crypto in US — But can he deliver?Rise’n’Crypto is brought to you by Cointelegraph and is hosted and produced by Robert Baggs. You can follow Robert on Twitter and LinkedIn. Cointelegraph’s Twitter: @CointelegraphCointelegraph’s website: cointelegraph.comThe views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast are its participants’ alone and do not necessarily reflect or represent the views and opinions of Cointelegraph. This podcast (and any related content) is for entertainment purposes only and does not constitute financial advice, nor should it be taken as such. Everyone must do their own research and make their own decisions. The podcast’s participants may or may not own any of the assets mentioned.

Many expected heavy volatility in the lead-up to today's US presidential election, but the past 24 hours have been quiet in what's being called a "calm before the storm" by Bitfinex analysts. So much hinges on the outcome of this election, though there are differing opinions on what the impact might be. Elsewhere, Coinbase is hit with allegations from big names in the crypto space that it is charging exorbitant fees to list tokens, and Microsoft may risk a shareholder lawsuit if it ignores Bitcoin and the price rises.Further reading:‘Calm before the storm’ — Bitcoin volatility stalls ahead of US electionBitcoin price outlook hinges on 2024 US election outcome — AnalystsUK-based pension scheme makes 3% Bitcoin allocationCoinbase hit with $300M token listing allegations by Sun, CronjeMicrosoft risks shareholder lawsuit if it ignores Bitcoin and prices rise — NCPPR2024 US elections live: Crypto on the ballotRise’n’Crypto is brought to you by Cointelegraph and is hosted and produced by Robert Baggs. You can follow Robert on Twitter and LinkedIn. Cointelegraph’s Twitter: @CointelegraphCointelegraph’s website: cointelegraph.comThe views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast are its participants’ alone and do not necessarily reflect or represent the views and opinions of Cointelegraph. This podcast (and any related content) is for entertainment purposes only and does not constitute financial advice, nor should it be taken as such. Everyone must do their own research and make their own decisions. The podcast’s participants may or may not own any of the assets mentioned.

The weekend didn't offer too many surprises as Bitcoin's price continued the downward trajectory of the end of last week, but we now move into a massive week for crypto. One trader said the US presidential election could send BTC flying 10% in either direction, depending on how the voting goes, with Trump thought to be the bullish outcome. Elsewhere, crypto projects are set to unlock $2.6B worth of tokens this month, Bitcoin mining bans can be a net loss for the environment, and is the 'grand finale of altcoin reckoning' near?Further reading:Bitcoin to move 10% ‘either direction’ depending on US election: TraderTrump dump: Crypto liquidations hit $350M as Bitcoin drops below $69KCrypto projects set to unlock $2.6B in tokens in NovemberBitcoin mining bans may lead to ‘unintended consequences’ for environment‘Grand finale of altcoin reckoning’ soon, warns crypto traderRise’n’Crypto is brought to you by Cointelegraph and is hosted and produced by Robert Baggs. You can follow Robert on Twitter and LinkedIn. Cointelegraph’s Twitter: @CointelegraphCointelegraph’s website: cointelegraph.comThe views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast are its participants’ alone and do not necessarily reflect or represent the views and opinions of Cointelegraph. This podcast (and any related content) is for entertainment purposes only and does not constitute financial advice, nor should it be taken as such. Everyone must do their own research and make their own decisions. The podcast’s participants may or may not own any of the assets mentioned.

Yesterday marked the 16th anniversary of the Bitcoin whitepaper and it was celebrated in true crypto fashion: wild price volatility. So, we'll go through what happened yesterday and why the market was spooked, we'll look at Bitget's Telegram Mini App wallet that attracted 6 million users in just three days, and a new person claiming to be Satoshi who has emerged and might be the most absurd one yet. So, carve out 10 minutes from your day and I'll catch you up.Further reading:Bitcoin at 16: From experiment to trillion-dollar assetDonald Trump makes a last-minute appeal to crypto votersBitcoin speculators send $4B to exchanges as BTC price loses $70KBitget wallet on Telegram hits 6 million users 3 days after launchLatest ‘Satoshi’ reveal turns into a debacle: Meet Stephen MollahReferences:BBC Joe Tidy's X threadRise’n’Crypto is brought to you by Cointelegraph and is hosted and produced by Robert Baggs. You can follow Robert on Twitter and LinkedIn. Cointelegraph’s Twitter: @CointelegraphCointelegraph’s website: cointelegraph.comThe views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast are its participants’ alone and do not necessarily reflect or represent the views and opinions of Cointelegraph. This podcast (and any related content) is for entertainment purposes only and does not constitute financial advice, nor should it be taken as such. Everyone must do their own research and make their own decisions. The podcast’s participants may or may not own any of the assets mentioned.

I said yesterday that the spot Bitcoin ETFs in the US have gone parabolic, and they continued on that trajectory, surpassing 1M BTC held collectively, primarily courtesy of BlackRock, which achieved record inflows. This has worried some analysts though, as ETF FOMO has previously marked local tops. Elsewhere, the venture capital firm, Paradigm, released a public opinion poll that showed 5% of US voters see crypto as the decisive factor in who they vote for, and in a tight election, that could make all the difference. So, for all of this and much more, grab yourself a coffee and stick your headphones on for 10 minutes!Further reading:Bitcoin investors pile $875M into BlackRock fund amid crypto rallyBTC price risks new 'FOMO' top as Bitcoin ETF inflows near $1B daily5% of US voters identify as single-issue crypto voters — Paradigm pollEx-FTX exec sentenced to time served after guilty pleaParadigm October 2024 Public Opinion PollRise’n’Crypto is brought to you by Cointelegraph and is hosted and produced by Robert Baggs. You can follow Robert on Twitter and LinkedIn. Cointelegraph’s Twitter: @CointelegraphCointelegraph’s website: cointelegraph.comThe views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast are its participants’ alone and do not necessarily reflect or represent the views and opinions of Cointelegraph. This podcast (and any related content) is for entertainment purposes only and does not constitute financial advice, nor should it be taken as such. Everyone must do their own research and make their own decisions. The podcast’s participants may or may not own any of the assets mentioned.

We might not have seen a BTC/USD high at the time of recording, but Bitcoin all-time highs were set in various other currencies as things heat up. This heating up is seen clearly when looking at US spot Bitcoin ETFs, which are having a billboard week with a buying frenzy underway. However, some are already looking to take profits, and one whale doing that is Bhutan's government. Outside of Bitcoin, the FTX estate sues KuCoin over frozen funds, dYdX and Consensys make mass layoffs, and Visa and Coinbase partner for instant buying and selling of crypto with a debit card.Further reading:BTC price sets 68K euro all-time high as Bitcoin bulls eye gold next'FOMO confirmed' — BlackRock Bitcoin ETF clocks biggest trading day in 6 monthsBhutan gov’t moves $66M of Bitcoin stash to Binance as price tops $71KFTX estate sues KuCoin to recover over $50M in assetsdYdX lays off 35% of staff shortly after major Consensys cutsVisa and Coinbase partner for instant crypto buys with debit cardsRise’n’Crypto is brought to you by Cointelegraph and is hosted and produced by Robert Baggs. You can follow Robert on Twitter and LinkedIn. Cointelegraph’s Twitter: @CointelegraphCointelegraph’s website: cointelegraph.comThe views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast are its participants’ alone and do not necessarily reflect or represent the views and opinions of Cointelegraph. This podcast (and any related content) is for entertainment purposes only and does not constitute financial advice, nor should it be taken as such. Everyone must do their own research and make their own decisions. The podcast’s participants may or may not own any of the assets mentioned.

The past 24 hours have seen Bitcoin pushing within a few percent of all-time highs set in March as analysts highlight just how bullish a setup we're seeing. Bitfinex analysts say we're in a "perfect storm." Outside of Bitcoin, Coinbase continues to rehabilitate crypto company sponsorships of sports with three new partnerships, the exchange's CEO wants the next SEC chair to apologize for damage done to the industry, and Solana flips Ethereum in daily fees as the network's growth continues.Further reading:Bitcoin in bullish setup ahead of election: VanEckBitcoin headed for ‘perfect storm’ to new all-time high — BitfinexBitcoin’s path to $80,000 fueled by bullish derivatives trendsCoinbase to sponsor NBA team in aftermath of FTX collapseCoinbase CEO wants next SEC chair to apologize for ‘damage’ doneSolana flips Ethereum in daily fees, surpasses $2.5M in 24 hoursRise’n’Crypto is brought to you by Cointelegraph and is hosted and produced by Robert Baggs. You can follow Robert on Twitter and LinkedIn. Cointelegraph’s Twitter: @CointelegraphCointelegraph’s website: cointelegraph.comThe views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast are its participants’ alone and do not necessarily reflect or represent the views and opinions of Cointelegraph. This podcast (and any related content) is for entertainment purposes only and does not constitute financial advice, nor should it be taken as such. Everyone must do their own research and make their own decisions. The podcast’s participants may or may not own any of the assets mentioned.