Crypto In America

Katherine Kirkpatrick Bos, General Counsel at StarkWare, shines a light on privacy technology in finance, discussing zero-knowledge proofs and the SEC's evolving stance on financial privacy. Brian Smith, President of the Jito Foundation, shares insights on relocating operations back to the U.S., highlighting benefits and structural considerations. Cody Carbone, CEO of the Digital Chamber, reports on bipartisan movements within Congress regarding market structure, emphasizing ongoing negotiations and the push for sensible DeFi regulations.

Anthony Noto, CEO of SoFi and a fintech innovator, dives into the future of crypto banking. He reveals SoFi's groundbreaking status as the first national bank to offer crypto trading and discusses their upcoming stablecoin, SoFiUSD, designed for faster payments and safety. Noto shares insights on the importance of building on Ethereum and how SoFi aims to bridge traditional finance with digital assets. He also highlights the exciting convergence of AI and blockchain in shaping the financial landscape.

Summer Mersinger, CEO of the Blockchain Association, shares insights from their recent policy summit, highlighting growing access for crypto advocates to lawmakers. J.W. Verret, a law professor, critiques the banking industry's stance on crypto and discusses implications for privacy and regulation. Meanwhile, Paul Neuner, CEO of Telcoin, unveils their innovative Nebraska bank charter and explains how they’re integrating digital assets into traditional banking. The discussion encapsulates key regulatory developments shaping the future of crypto in America.

John D'Agostino, Head of Institutional at Coinbase and a former commodities market expert, shares insights on the intersection of traditional finance and crypto. He discusses how liquidity needs drive institutional interest and the transformative impact of Bitcoin ETFs on market stability. John compares his experiences in oil markets to crypto, emphasizing the importance of diverse narratives for broad market participation. He also explores regulatory challenges, the potential of Coinbase's super app, and the ongoing trends in institutional product demand.

Chris Perkins, President of CoinFund and a former Wall Street trader, dives into the intriguing dynamics of crypto regulation in the U.S. He discusses why institutions remain bullish on crypto despite market pullbacks, emphasizing the importance of clear regulations for market stability. Perkins shares insights on the role of the CFTC and SEC by 2026, the rise of Digital Asset Treasury Companies, and the competitive landscape of stablecoins. He also draws parallels between his military background and the need for centralized leadership in decentralized projects.

On this Black Friday edition of CIA Live, the hosts break down their Thanksgivings and what turned into a surprisingly newsy holiday week. Anchorage Digital’s Head of Global Operations Rachel Anderika and Vice President of Stablecoins Martin Carrica join the show to discuss Anchorage’s new stablecoin rewards program amid a fierce push by banks to curb crypto firms’ ability to offer yield. Then, New Hampshire Business Finance Authority Executive Director James Key-Wallace and Wave Digital co-founder Les Borsai join to explain how New Hampshire is breaking ground with its first-ever Bitcoin-backed conduit bond.

Stani Kulechov is the Founder of Aave Labs. We spoke to Stani live on stage at SmartCon. In this conversation, we discuss how Aave’s is bridging the gap from TradFI to DeFi, tokenization, the introduction of the new initiavte Ethereum Protocol Advocacy Alliance aimed at shaping DeFi policy, his thoughts on the SEC & current regulatory environment, if crypto is protecting the wrong people, market volatility, and token buybacks.This episode is sponsored by Gemini: https://gemini.com/CIA Subscribe to the podcast on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2Y3bQRjEQtdlNx1fxmS8hB?si=813495451b9f4e4e Subscribe to the podcast on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/crypto-in-america/id1799000155 Please note that this podcast is for informational purposes only and any views shared by anyone on the show are opinions, not financial advice. The host or guests may have a direct or indirect financial interest in content mentioned in this episode.This show is powered by Sei.Learn more about Sei: https://www.sei.io/Follow Crypto in America: https://x.com/CryptoAmerica_Follow Sei: https://x.com/SeiNetworkFollow our hostsJacquelyn: https://x.com/jacqmelinekGerald: https://x.com/thatgeraldEleanor: https://x.com/EleanorTerrettTIMESTAMPS:0:00 - Welcome Stani To Crypto In America0:48 - What ‘Crypto in America’ Means To Stani1:42 - TradFi Entering The DeFi Space - How Aave Is Bridging the Gap3:50 - Ethereum Protocol Advocacy Alliance - Shaping DeFi Policy In DC7:00 - U.S. Opportunities vs. Overseas Counties (AAPAC, Europe, Latam)9:25 - Is Crypto Protecting The Wrong People (I.e. Roman Storm) - Thoughts On Protecting Developers11:30 - Is The SEC understanding crypto? Is Stani Optimistic About DeFi Regulation?14:15 - Recent Market Volatility In The Space16:25 - Navigating Small Team Startups vs. Large Institutions/Compliance17:50 - $50M Token Buyback - Will DeFi Continue To Adopt TradFi-style buybacks? 19:10 - Stani Is Excited About Providing More Access To Finance 20:15 - Thanks Dani For Joining! Like & Subscribe#crypto #bitcoin #blockchain #investing #technology #america

In this enlightening discussion, Khurram Dara, a crypto lawyer and New York AG candidate, reveals his pro-business platform aimed at reversing anti-crypto policies. Paul Brigner from Electric Coin Co. shares insights into Zcash's surprising price surge and the essential role of privacy in digital payments. Meanwhile, Colin McLaren of the Solana Policy Institute discusses a significant industry letter to the White House, advocating for clearer regulations and tax guidance in the crypto space. The dialogue emphasizes the urgent need for clarity and innovation in the sector.

Hunter Horsley is the Co-Founder & CEO of Bitwise Asset Management. In this conversation, we discuss launching one of the first crypto index funds, the evolution of ETFs, staking, and institutional adoption, including the first Solana staking ETF on Wall Street, the next ETFs to be released, DATs, the impact of regulatory changes, and the ongoing efforts to educate mainstream investors.This episode is sponsored by Gemini: https://gemini.com/CIA This episode is sponsored by Avalanche: https://www.avax.network/Watch On YouTube: https://youtu.be/gDEpaMj_2WgPlease note that this podcast is for informational purposes only and any views shared by anyone on the show are opinions, not financial advice. The host or guests may have a direct or indirect financial interest in content mentioned in this episode.This show is powered by Sei.Follow Crypto in America: https://x.com/CryptoAmerica_Follow Sei: https://x.com/SeiNetworkFollow our hostsJacquelyn: https://x.com/jacqmelinekGerald: https://x.com/thatgeraldEleanor: https://x.com/EleanorTerrettTIMESTAMPS:0:00 - Welcome Hunter Horsley To Crypto In America 0:50 - What ‘Crypto In America’ Means To Hunter1:59 - Hunter's Journey from Big Tech to Crypto7:35 - The Evolution of ETFs & Crypto Asset Management in 7 Years9:45 - Bitwise’s Operation 14:35-  Regulatory Challenges During Gensler, ETF Launch17:20 - Is Regulation Taking Too Long?19:30 - Why Bitwise Prefers ETFs23:00 - Allowing People To Get Exposure To Crypto Through ETF26:45 - Appealing To Retail Traders28:53 - The Success of Solana Staking ETF - The Largest ETF Launch36:47 - Solana Community 37:08 - Launching More ETFS (Filing For XRP, Chainlink, Avalanche) 40:39 - Bitwise's Staking Business44:00 - In-Kind Transactions and Digital Asset Treasuries53:00 - How DATs took over 55:46 - Crypto Education and Institutional Interest59:45 - Bearish Sentiment In The Crypto Markets1:03:00 - Banking Adoption 1:06:30 - Crypto As Emerging Tech Similar To E-Commerce01:10:00 - Thanks Hunter For Joining#crypto #bitcoin #blockchain #investing #technology #america

Paul Grewal, Chief Legal Officer of Coinbase, delves into their strategic shift from Delaware to Texas, highlighting the state's new appeal for crypto innovators. Steve McClurg, CEO of Canary Capital, celebrates the groundbreaking launch of the first XRP spot ETF, sharing insights on its record-breaking volume and operational hurdles. Meanwhile, Cody Carbone, CEO of the Digital Chamber, discusses the Senate Agriculture Committee’s market structure draft, emphasizing the need for bipartisan cooperation to overcome legislative challenges.