CRYPTO 101

Brendan and Tevo dive into the exciting crypto market, focusing on Bitcoin's climb toward all-time highs and the impressive rise of altcoins. They discuss how recent inflation data affects market sentiment and analyze Bitcoin's price movements. Ethereum's role in boosting altcoin performance is highlighted. The discussion includes record inflows into crypto ETFs and bullish insights from industry experts. They wrap up exploring the growing institutional interest in Bitcoin and how its supply dynamics are shaping the market.

Joe Kelly, co-founder and CEO of Unchained, discusses how their company empowers Bitcoin holders with secure custody solutions and innovative financial services. He highlights the critical need for education in Bitcoin adoption, especially in navigating trusts and inheritance planning. The conversation also delves into the implications of Bitcoin ETFs, showcasing how Unchained stands out in the market. Additionally, Kelly introduces the Bitcoin Legacy Project to support community growth and innovation, illustrating the evolving landscape of cryptocurrency financial services.

Dive into the exciting world of cryptocurrency! Discover JP Morgan's surprising move to accept Bitcoin as collateral and how that reshapes traditional finance. Explore the contrasting ETF flows for Bitcoin and Ethereum, and gain insights into Circle's IPO and its market impact. There's buzz around the upcoming Pump.fun token sale, along with discussions of Trump-themed NFTs and the controversies they spark. The evolving landscape of digital assets is more fascinating than ever!

In this episode of the Crypto Rundown we cover the potential start of an altcoin season, with Ethereum showing strong performance and outpacing Bitcoin. Institutional adoption continues to grow, highlighted by Robinhood's Bitstamp acquisition and the potential for Bitcoin in 401(k) plans, which could bring billions in new demand. Technical analysis suggests a possible short-term pullback in Bitcoin, but the long-term outlook remains positive. The hosts discuss global crypto adoption, including pro-Bitcoin politicians in Poland and Japan, and emphasize the importance of staying informed and making risk-adjusted investment decisions.Chapters0:00:0 - Intro to the crypto rundown, discussing market volatility and Ethereum's performance0:02:23 - Discussion about "Sell in May" strategy and market conditions0:12:23 - Detailed Bitcoin chart analysis and potential short-term pullback0:20:14 - BlackRock buying Ethereum and potential tokenization0:24:45 - Robin Hood's crypto strategy and growing with its user base0:29:39 - Discussion about 401(k) Bitcoin allocation and institutional investment0:41:41 - Analyzing the Fear and Greed Index and its market implications0:45:35 - James Wynn's high-leverage trading and market risksCheck out Plus500: https://plus500.comCheck out CigarBid and use my code CRYPTO101 for a great deal: https://cigarbid.com/Crypto101Get immediate access to my entire crypto portfolio for just $1.00 today! https://www.cryptorevolution.com/cryptnation-directGet your FREE copy of "Crypto Revolution" and start making big profits from buying, selling, and trading cryptocurrency today: https://www.cryptorevolution.com/freeMERCH STOREhttps://cryptorevolutionmerch.com/Subscribe to YouTube for Exclusive Content:https://www.youtube.com/@crypto101podcastFollow us on social media for leading-edge crypto updates and trade alerts:https://twitter.com/Crypto101Podhttps://instagram.com/crypto_101*This is NOT financial, tax, or legal advice*Boardwalk Flock LLC. All Rights Reserved 2025. ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬Fog by DIZARO https://soundcloud.com/dizarofrCreative Commons — Attribution-NoDerivs 3.0 Unported — CC BY-ND 3.0 Free Download / Stream: http://bit.ly/Fog-DIZAROMusic promoted by Audio Library https://youtu.be/lAfbjt_rmE8▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬Our Sponsors:* Check out Gemini Exchange: https://gemini.com/card* Check out Plus500: https://plus500.com* Check out Plus500: https://plus500.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Tim Chen, the global head of strategy at Mantle, shares insights on bridging traditional finance with decentralized finance. He discusses innovative fundraising approaches using tokens and the importance of simplifying user experiences for mass adoption. The conversation highlights the competitive landscape between Layer 1 and Layer 2 solutions, and introduces Mantle Index 4, aimed at enhancing crypto accessibility. Chen also tackles the regulatory challenges in the U.S. and envisions a future where crypto plays a significant role in everyday financial transactions.

Exciting developments shake up the cryptocurrency market! GameStop steps into the arena with a $500 million Bitcoin investment. JD Vance rallies at a Bitcoin Conference, signaling a shift in regulation. A bullish tone emerges as Bitcoin supply dwindles while institutional demand surges with billions flowing in. Circle's IPO could change the stablecoin landscape. With ETFs on the horizon, the optimism around crypto adoption grows, despite the usual market volatility. Get ready for a potentially lucrative future in the crypto space!

Join Johnny Garcia, head of institutional strategy at VeChain and former director of ETFs at Bitwise Asset Management, as he shares his intriguing journey into the crypto world. He discusses the evolution of Bitcoin ETFs and the future potential of altcoin ETFs. Johnny emphasizes community and ownership in crypto while explaining VeChain's dual token system aimed at promoting sustainability. The upcoming VeChain Renaissance is set to modernize the network, making it more accessible to both individual and institutional users.

The podcast dives into Bitcoin's surge towards all-time highs, fueled by institutional interest and investor sentiment. It discusses the implications of the Genius Act on stablecoin legislation and highlights MicroStrategy's aggressive Bitcoin acquisitions. The conversation shifts to a preference for Bitcoin over gold among younger generations and the potential transformation of traditional assets through tokenization, particularly by Robinhood. Security concerns surface with a recent Coinbase data breach, underlining the need for better protections in the evolving crypto landscape.

Preston Van Loon, an Ethereum core developer at Offchain Labs, dives into the transformative Pectra upgrade as Ethereum shifts from proof of work to proof of stake. He discusses how this transition enhances scalability and boosts user experience, highlighting the strategic relationship between Layer 1 and Layer 2 solutions. The conversation also touches on the role of AI in blockchain development and the unique advantages of Arbitrum as a leading Layer 2 solution, while addressing the challenges faced by legacy blockchain systems.

Matthew Le Merle, co-founder of Blockchain Coinvestors, discusses his journey from early fintech and digital content investments to becoming a leading voice in blockchain venture capital. He explains how his firm invests in both blockchain venture funds and token-based startups, with a focus on long-term growth rather than short-term trading. Le Merle emphasizes the increasing institutional adoption of blockchain technologies and the importance of distinguishing between speculative tokens and projects delivering real value. He also predicts a future of consolidation in the crypto space, with emerging "super apps" and AI-driven innovation playing a critical role.0:00 - Intro 05:00 – U.S. regulatory environment & growing institutional acceptance of blockchain.10:00 – Token lifecycle vs. equity investing 24:22 – Predictions on the future of crypto Check out Plus500: https://plus500.comCheck out CigarBid and use my code CRYPTO101 for a great deal: https://cigarbid.com/Crypto101Get immediate access to my entire crypto portfolio for just $1.00 today! https://www.cryptorevolution.com/cryptnation-directGet your FREE copy of "Crypto Revolution" and start making big profits from buying, selling, and trading cryptocurrency today: https://www.cryptorevolution.com/freeMERCH STOREhttps://cryptorevolutionmerch.com/Subscribe to YouTube for Exclusive Content:https://www.youtube.com/@crypto101podcastFollow us on social media for leading-edge crypto updates and trade alerts:https://twitter.com/Crypto101Podhttps://instagram.com/crypto_101Guest Link:https://www.blockchaincac1.com/*This is NOT financial, tax, or legal advice*Boardwalk Flock LLC. All Rights Reserved 2025. ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬Fog by DIZARO https://soundcloud.com/dizarofrCreative Commons — Attribution-NoDerivs 3.0 Unported — CC BY-ND 3.0 Free Download / Stream: http://bit.ly/Fog-DIZAROMusic promoted by Audio Library https://youtu.be/lAfbjt_rmE8▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬Our Sponsors:* Check out Gemini Exchange: https://gemini.com/card* Check out Plus500: https://plus500.com* Check out Plus500: https://plus500.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy