Galaxy Brains

Beimnet Abebe discusses crypto politics, inflation, and Ethereum ETPs. Topics include US banking changes, Trump's support for crypto holders, SEC approval of Ether ETFs, impact of regulatory changes on the market, BlackRock's inclusion of Bitcoin in fixed income funds, and challenges in crypto investments.

Alex Thorn talks with Eric Balchunas (Bloomberg Intelligence) about the SEC moving forward on Ethereum spot ETF applications after months of radio silence, as well as how the political climate appears to be shifting in crypto’s favor. Alex also talks with Beimnet Abebe (Galaxy Trading) about markets.This episode was recorded on Wednesday, May 22, 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/

Mike Novogratz, Galaxy founder and CEO, discusses Galaxy earnings, crypto market cycles, macro data, and politics. Topics include economic factors affecting Bitcoin, US elections, ETF adoption, Bitcoin vs gold, America's debt challenges, Trump's crypto stance, Bitcoin performance metrics, GameStop frenzy impact, and generational wealth disparities.

Alex Thorn talks with Austin Campbell (Columbia Business School) about stablecoins and regulation in the US. Alex also talks with Beimnet Abebe (Galaxy Trading) about markets.This episode was recorded on Wednesday, May 9, 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/

Alex Thorn talks with Murch from Chaincode Labs, a self-described "mempool weatherman" who is well-known for his research into Bitcoin transaction fees, the "mempool," and bitcoin development. Much was also just added as a BIP editor, a maintainer of the repository of Bitcoin improvement proposals. They discuss the future fee environment in light of the recent halving, as well as the future of Bitcoin development. Alex also talks with Beimnet Abebe (Galaxy Trading) about the Federal Reserve's FOMC meeting this week, and what it means for the economy and risk assets. Alex and Beimnet also discuss the latest crypto market activity.This episode was recorded on Wednesday, April 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/

Alex Thorn talks with Brian Wright, co-head of Bitcoin Mining at Galaxy, about the halving, transaction fees, Runes & Ordinals, and more. Alex also talks with Beimnet Abebe (Galaxy Trading) about markets. Alex raps with Captain Youth (@elcaptainyouth) about Bitcoin.This episode was recorded on Wednesday, April 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/

Alex Thorn talks with Sam Callahan, Senior Analyst at Swan, about bitcoin price cycles, the bitcoin halving, macro conditions, and stablecoin regulations. Alex also talks with Beimnet Abebe from Galaxy Trading about markets.This episode was recorded on Wednesday, April 17, 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/

Tyler Williams, head of public policy at Galaxy, discusses national politics, bitcoin policy, and the upcoming election in Washington. Beimnet Abebe talks about markets. Topics include inflation, consumer behavior, Bitcoin price rally, digital asset policy debates in Washington, and legislative opportunities amidst the political landscape.

Rijndael, CTO of Taproot Wizards, discusses the future of bitcoin, Taproot Wizards roadmap, and making Bitcoin engaging through NFT collections. The episode also covers market analysis by Beimnet Abebe from Galaxy Trading, market conditions, supply-demand dynamics, and the role of Bitcoin in hedging against monetary debasement.

Will Nuelle, Co-founder of Galaxy Ventures, discusses blockspace as a commodity and new blockchain tech. Topics include the state of crypto VC, market trends in Q1 2024, stablecoins, and network effects on cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin and Ethereum.