Galaxy Brains

Evan Solomon, Chief of Staff at Portal Ventures and founder of College.xyz, discusses his mission to connect college students with the blockchain industry. He highlights the success of the Midwest Blockchain Conference, focusing on student interests in blockchain and the importance of practical education. Meanwhile, Beimnet Abebe, a market commentator from Galaxy Trading, analyzes gold's recent rally and Bitcoin's performance relative to it. He also addresses the economic impacts of a potential U.S. government shutdown on the markets.

In this discussion, Vivek Raman, Co-founder and CEO of Etherealize, reveals his vision for enhancing Ethereum's role in finance and tokenization. He emphasizes the urgent need for Ethereum as a commercial advocate and talks about the $40M fundraise aimed at institutional adoption. Meanwhile, Beimnet Abebe from Galaxy Trading unpacks Bitcoin's recent volatility and how macroeconomic factors are influencing the market. Together, they explore the integration of blockchain in finance, the significance of Layer 2 solutions, and the future of tokenized assets.

Join Kyle Samani, co-founder of Multicoin Capital and chairman of Forward Industries, as he dives into Solana’s pivotal role in the future of decentralized finance. He elaborates on the Solana-focused digital asset treasury, highlighting its unique advantages. Trader Beimnet Abebe shares insights on the Federal Reserve's recent 25 bps rate cut and its impact on markets. With discussions about economic signals and crypto trends, this episode is packed with valuable perspectives on navigating the digital investment landscape.

In this discussion, Bitcoin treasury advisors Tim Kotzman and Ed Juline explore innovative Bitcoin treasury strategies and their impact on the financial landscape. They highlight an upcoming unconference in NYC, emphasizing the evolving interest of corporations in Bitcoin as a strategic asset. Beimnet Abebe from Galaxy Trading adds to the conversation by discussing the implications of current inflation and employment data on monetary policy. Tension in political circles is also revealed through anecdotes about government officials.

In this discussion, Robert Leshner, the founder of Superstate and pioneer in DeFi, shares insights on tokenizing Galaxy's Class A stock on Solana. He highlights how blockchain can overhaul traditional finance's archaic systems. Beimnet Abebe from Galaxy Trading dives into market analysis, emphasizing investor sentiment shifts and economic indicators. The duo examines the regulatory landscape of digital assets and the transformative potential of tokenization in enhancing transparency and efficiency in stock trading.

James Check, an analyst at CheckOnChain known as CheckMatey, and Beimnet Abebe from Galaxy Trading dive deep into the complexities of the Bitcoin market. They discuss on-chain data insights revealing the dynamics behind the latest dip and the ongoing bull market. The conversation highlights the competitive landscape where Ethereum is gaining traction, shifting investment strategies among major holders. They also address inflationary pressures and the Federal Reserve's policies, emphasizing how these factors are reshaping cryptocurrency trading.

Lyn Alden, an investment strategist known for her expertise in macroeconomics and Bitcoin, joins Beimnet Abebe from Galaxy Trading to dive into the intricacies of the cryptocurrency market. They discuss how Bitcoin and Ethereum are positioned in the landscape of rising interest rates and employment numbers. The duo explores the impact of Federal Reserve policies on digital currencies, scrutinizing fiscal dominance and market volatility. Listeners will gain insights into corporate strategies for Bitcoin, the evolving role of cryptocurrencies, and what to expect in future market trends.

Alex Thorn talks with Aubrey Strobel from Halcyon, a Communications and PR agency that focus on companies working in bitcoin, AI, and stablecoins, about all the Coinbase faux pas and other screw ups in crypto. Alex also talks with Beimnet Abebe (Galaxy Trading, about markets, employment, the Fed, and the national debt. This episode was recorded on Wednesday, August 6, 2025. ++ Follow us on Twitter, @glxyresearch, and read our research at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.galaxy.com/research/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to learn more! This podcast, and the information contained herein, has been provided to you by Galaxy Digital Holdings LP and its affiliates (“Galaxy Digital”) solely for informational purposes. View the full disclaimer at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.galaxy.com/disclaimer-galaxy-brains-podcast/

Udi Wertheimer, a bitcoin enthusiast and customer support intern at Taproot Wizards, shares his insights on the current bullish market and predictions for Bitcoin's price. He discusses the implications of treasury companies and market dynamics influenced by retail investors. Joining him, Beimnet Abebe from Galaxy Trading dives into the effects of the FOMC meeting on crypto markets, highlighting the relationship between Fed decisions and valuation shifts. Together, they tackle the evolving landscape of Bitcoin, including governance debates and the impact of advancements in digital assets.

In this episode of Galaxy Brains, Alex Thorn sits down with Nic Carter, General Partner at Castle Island Ventures, for a wide-ranging conversation on the rise of crypto data companies, the future of stablecoins and their implications for the U.S. banking system, and whether artificial intelligence will erode critical thinking skills. They also explore the mounting energy demands of AI, potential disruptions to labor and industry, and what lies ahead in a rapidly evolving tech landscape. This episode was recorded on Wednesday, July 23, 2025. ++ Follow us on Twitter, @glxyresearch, and read our research at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.galaxy.com/research/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to learn more! This podcast, and the information contained herein, has been provided to you by Galaxy Digital Holdings LP and its affiliates (“Galaxy Digital”) solely for informational purposes. View the full disclaimer at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.galaxy.com/disclaimer-galaxy-brains-podcast/