
Galaxy Brains
Welcome to Galaxy Brains, hosted by Alex Thorn, Head of Research at Galaxy. Our weekly podcast provides insights and analysis on trends and events across the cryptocurrency ecosystem. Each week Alex will be joined by members of the research team to discuss the latest developments on all things crypto and blockchain technology.
Latest episodes

Oct 9, 2024 • 29min
SINGAPORE TAPES: Alex Svanevik (Nansen)
From the Token2049 conference in Singapore, Alex Thorn talks with Alex Svanevik (Nansen) about blockchain data, AI and blockchains, and the growth of Singapore as a crypto hub.This episode was recorded on Wednesday, September 19, 2024.++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/

Oct 8, 2024 • 37min
SINGAPORE TAPES: Joe McCann (Asymmetric)
From the Token2049 conference in Singapore, Alex Thorn talks with Joe McCann, co-founder of Asymmetric, about Solana's outperformance, putting culture on coins, and the future of Web3.This episode was recorded on Wednesday, September 19, 2024.++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/

Oct 3, 2024 • 59min
Digital ID is the Big Unlock w/ Yat Siu (Animoca)
Alex Thorn talks with Animoca Brands founder and chairman Yat Siu about the metaverse (is it back?), investing in crypto, and why digital identity is the next great frontier that will bring real world value to blockchains.This episode was recorded on Wednesday, September 24, 2024.++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/

Sep 26, 2024 • 31min
Expanding the Galaxy in Asia with John Cahill
Alex Thorn talks with John Cahill, Galaxy’s COO in Asia, about the enormous energy, interest, and demand for bitcoin and crypto across the region. They also share impressions from the recent Token2049 and Solana Breakpoint conferences in Singapore. Alex also talks with Beimnet Abebe (Galaxy Trading) about markets.This episode was recorded on Wednesday, September 25, 2024.++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/

Sep 19, 2024 • 1h 6min
Bitcoin and the Future of DeFi w/ Dan Held
Alex Thorn talks with Dan Held from Asymmetric Bitcoin DeFi Venture Fund about DeFi on Bitcoin, changes in Bitcoin culture, and the future of crypto broadly. Alex also talks with Beimnet Abebe (Galaxy Trading) about the Fed’s first rate cut in 3 years and what it means for markets.This episode was recorded on Wednesday, September 5, 2024.++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/

Sep 12, 2024 • 21min
What is Trump’s World Liberty Financial w/ Thad Pinakiewicz
Alex Thorn (Galaxy Research) talks with Thad Pinakiewicz (Galaxy Research) about the new defi application backed by the Trump family. Alex also talks with Beimnet Abebe (Galaxy Trading) about markets.This episode was recorded on Wednesday, September 11, 2024.++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/

Sep 5, 2024 • 38min
The State of Crypto w/ Alex Thorn
Join Alex Thorn, a crypto investing and technology researcher from Galaxy Research, as he dives into the current cryptocurrency landscape. He discusses the skepticism surrounding DeFi's integration with traditional finance and the factors contributing to cautious investor sentiment. Alex also highlights the rise of stablecoins, the impact of political uncertainties on the market, and the evolution of crypto from 2021 hype to today's dynamics. Explore the exciting potential of crypto gaming and upcoming developments that might reshape the industry.

Aug 29, 2024 • 1h 7min
Telegram & Free Speech w/ Preston Byrne
Alex Thorn (Galaxy) talks with crypto and social media lawyer Preston Byrne (Byrne & Storm) about the Telegram CEO charges, free speech in America, and much more. Alex also talks with Beimnet Abebe (Galaxy Trading) about markets.This episode was recorded on Wednesday, Aug 28, 2024.++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/

Aug 22, 2024 • 52min
Future of Stablecoins? w/ Luca Prosperi
Alex Thorn talks with Luca Prosperi (M^0) about stablecoin designs, markets, and futures. Alex also talks with Beimnet Abebe (Galaxy Trading) about markets.This episode was recorded on Wednesday, Aug 14, 2024.++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/

Aug 15, 2024 • 44min
Democrats Also Like Crypto w/ Ritchie Torres
Alex Thorn talks with Ritchie Torres (D-NY) about bitcoin, crypto, and blockchain and how Democrats can lead on this issue. Alex also talks with Beimnet Abebe (Galaxy Trading) about markets.This episode was recorded on Wednesday, Aug 14, 2024.++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/
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