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Scott Fletcher, founder of Intersection Growth Partners, shares insights from his expertise in executive search for the digital asset industry. He discusses his journey to launching his firm and how they also invest in client businesses. The conversation highlights the current demand for talent in blockchain, the importance of structured recruiting processes, and candidate perspectives as interest in crypto roles grows. Additionally, Scott addresses how regulation is shaping the future of recruitment and the merger of traditional finance with digital assets.

Dive into the latest happenings in crypto with a review of the SALT Wyoming conference and Nic's fight preparations. Discover how Bitcoin miners influence the price dynamics in the market. Exciting news comes with Wyoming set to launch a stable token and Tether's UAE Dirham stablecoin. Meanwhile, Chuck Schumer is shifting his stance on crypto, and there's talk of a potential CBDC privacy issue. Don’t miss the latest on regulatory challenges and some light-hearted moments, including a Bozo of the Week!

This week dives into crypto news with buzz around Fairshake’s involvement in Senate races and Chuck Schumer’s promise for crypto legislation. The implications of CBDCs for stablecoins are debated, alongside concerns about KYC for holders. Plus, there’s chatter about Don Jr.'s new crypto project and regulatory scrutiny of Uniswap Labs. Corporate investments in Bitcoin are on the rise, while the social media spectacle of a peculiar foot encounter adds a humorous twist to the mix.

Michael Bentley, Co-Founder & CEO of Euler, shares his journey from research scientist to crypto lending innovator. He discusses the evolution of decentralized lending, highlighting the launch of Euler v2 and its modular approach to finance. Bentley dives into the interplay of DeFi and biological concepts, explaining autonomous interest rate settings. He reflects on resilience learned from a significant security exploit and touches on the future of DeFi with growing institutional involvement and new innovations like Uniswap v4.

This week dives into Japan's financial chaos and its impact on global markets. A major crypto company settles for $125 million with the SEC, raising questions about the future of XRP. There's skepticism surrounding Vice President Harris's crypto alignment. Insights on rising Bitcoin investment strategies reveal corporations are pivoting towards cryptocurrency. Meanwhile, surprising results from the Olympics highlight thrilling competition in track and field, alongside humorous airsoft adventures. The ongoing chaos in the crypto market doesn't escape scrutiny either.

Former President Trump discusses his perspective on Bitcoin and its implications for his political future. Senator Lummis advocates for her Bitcoin Act, aiming to bolster cryptocurrency regulation. Businessman Howard Lutnick makes waves with his controversial claims regarding SBF and Tether. The conversation dives into the potential ownership of Bitcoin by the US government post-Bitfinex hack and speculates on a 'crypto reset' related to upcoming political shifts. Plus, California's innovative move to digitize car titles using blockchain technology.

Luke Hoersten, founder and CEO of Bitnomial, shares his journey in the digital asset space. He discusses the innovative products Bitnomial has launched and how they're reshaping the derivatives market. The conversation dives into the essential role of regulation and licensing in creating stable trading environments. Luke examines the impact of Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs on institutional investors and highlights the transformative power of stablecoins in global finance. His insights into the future of digital asset derivatives offer a glimpse into the industry's evolution.

Dive into an exhilarating recap of a knockout karate victory and the buzz from the Bitcoin conference in Nashville, fueled by speculation on potential Bitcoin announcements. Discover the implications of Ether ETFs, including management fees and supply dynamics alongside ongoing inflation concerns. Explore the intersection of crypto and politics, with discussions on regulatory shifts and the rise of stablecoins. The anticipation for the Olympics and personal culinary cravings add a delightful twist to the conversation.

Republican Representative French Hill discusses blockchain, SAB 121 repeal, FIT 21, stablecoin legislation, and Tigran Gambaryan's detainment in Nigeria in this episode. He emphasizes the importance of unity, regulatory collaboration, and pushing for legislative framework on digital asset market structure.

Nate Silver discusses JD Vance as Trump's VP nominee and the approval of Ethereum ETFs. They debate if crypto users should be single issue voters and explore Vance's proposed crypto platform. The episode covers topics from seed oils to stablecoins, Germany's Bitcoin sales, and Craig Wright's saga. They speculate on Jamie Dimon for Treasury Secretary and analyze the dynamics of Senate voting and whistleblower rewards.