The Breakdown
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A daily analysis of macroeconomics, bitcoin, geopolitics and big picture power shifts, hosted by Nathaniel Whittemore @nlw. The Breakdown is part of Blockworks.Subscribe to The Breakdown newsletter: https://the-breakdown.carrd.co/
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May 29, 2024 • 9min
Trump Doubles Down on Crypto and Pledges to Commute Ross Ulbricht
Former President Trump discusses crypto and pledges to commute Ross Ulbricht's sentence. Topics include importance of US in crypto, Trump's critique of opponents, impact on industry and political landscape, strategic implications for upcoming election.
May 26, 2024 • 14min
The Growing Political Force of Crypto
Exploring the significance of fair crypto regulations, challenges faced by the industry from federal regulators, rise of cryptocurrency and reform calls, regulatory hurdles under the Biden administration, and critical analysis of crypto assets in the US.
May 24, 2024 • 12min
SEC Approves ETH Spot ETF
Exploring the SEC approval process for Ethereum Spot ETFs, political pressure involved. SEC's approval of ETH spot ETF, impact on crypto industry and future approvals. Approval amid political turmoil, bipartisan initiatives for clear crypto regulations. Impact of crypto support on political dynamics, rising influence of crypto community in elections.
May 23, 2024 • 13min
71 Democrats Break Ranks to Vote for Commonsense Crypto Regulation
Democrats surprise by supporting FIT21 Act, sparking debate on US crypto regulation. Analysis of bill's bipartisan backing and implications. Senate's pivotal vote discussed, along with concerns about proposed regulation bill impacting DeFi markets.
May 23, 2024 • 12min
A Presidential Campaign Crypto Milestone
Former President Trump accepts cryptocurrency donations, causing reactions from Biden's team. SEC considers Ethereum ETF approvals. Intense efforts to meet ETF approval deadline. Political dynamics within SEC post-feedback from Biden administration. Recent developments in Bitcoin and Ether ETF approvals, trading timelines, and implications. Political debate over FIT-21 bill, divisions among Democrat leaders, and implications for digital asset market.
May 22, 2024 • 12min
SHOCKER: Is the SEC About to 180 and Approve ETH ETFs?
This podcast discusses the potential approval of ETH ETFs by the SEC, implications of the FIT21 bill, political shifts in the crypto industry, and the impact of the Stand with Crypto Alliance on upcoming elections.
May 21, 2024 • 11min
A Preview of Crypto's Big Week in Washington
The podcast discusses upcoming crypto events in DC, including ETH Spot ETF decisions and FIT21 Act voting. It explores the political landscape surrounding crypto regulations and the support for the Fit 21 Act. The SEC's potential denial of Ethereum ETF approval is also analyzed, along with the surge in institutional investment in Bitcoin.
May 19, 2024 • 8min
A Congressional Letter Pushing Back on Gensler's Rogue SEC
Representatives from both parties unite to advocate for the repeal of SAB 121, a memo impacting digital assets in publicly traded banks. They critique SEC Chair Gensler's stance on digital assets and discuss the evolving political landscape surrounding crypto regulations.
May 18, 2024 • 13min
With SAB121 Overturned, A New Era of Crypto Politics Begins
The Senate's vote to repeal SAB121 defies the White House; changes crypto politics. SEC's guidance on crypto assets and Elizabeth Warren's critique discussed. Challenges in crypto policy making highlighted, with emphasis on grassroots involvement. Implications of potential veto on SAB121 and shifts in political dynamics explored.
May 17, 2024 • 13min
The First MEV-Related Arrest
The podcast discusses the recent arrest in an MEV-related case by the US Department of Justice, highlighting the growing sophistication in crypto criminal prosecution. It delves into the intricacies of MEV exploitation on the Ethereum blockchain, legal consequences, controversy surrounding the arrest incident, and legislative updates on the SAB 121 bill seeking to repeal SEC accounting guidelines impacting crypto custodians.
