The blocmates Podcast

MegaETH mainnet beta to go live in DecemberMetaDAO's latest ICO gets over $100 million in commitmentsBrian Armstrong talks about the market structure billNVIDIA earnings break down Kraken raises $800 million at a $20 billion valuation

Aave app waitlist goes live Monad's underwhelming ICO stats Who's buying the dip?Fidelity SOL ETF to go live tomorrow

Bitcoin "death cross" confirmedHIP-3 markets are picking upMcDonalds sees record applicationsJapan easing cycle picks upKey data for the week ahead

The podcast dives into the current state of Bitcoin trading below its 50-week moving average, hinting at a potential bear market. It discusses Grayscale's recent filing for an IPO amid significant ETF outflows. Excitingly, the Czech National Bank has made its first foray into crypto with a $1M test portfolio. Listeners also learn about the OKX app's new DEX trading capabilities and Cash App's plans for Bitcoin payments coming in 2026, while a major Ethereum whale continues to accumulate despite market dips.

The recent government shutdown has ended, potentially boosting market liquidity. Meanwhile, the fear and greed index has plummeted, signaling a bear market. A merger between Aerodrome and Velodrome is on the horizon, while Aave expands to Aptos. There are troubling reports of market manipulation affecting POPCAT liquidations. Also, Taiwan is considering Bitcoin as a strategic reserve. Lastly, Circle's Q3 results show USDC circulation doubling, and Canary Capital surprises with a novel MOG coin ETF filing.

Listeners dive into the controversy surrounding Monad's meager 3% airdrop allocation, sparking outrage among its community. The MegaETH situation raises questions about social media's role in project reputations after an ICO allocation was revoked. Meanwhile, the Bank of England's proposals on stablecoin limits stir debate on their potential to stifle innovation. The episode also explores the implications of decentralization in the crypto space, as transparency becomes crucial amid rising scrutiny.

JPMorgan rolls out JMP Coin UAE executes its first transaction using the digital dirhamXRP ETF to go live on ThursdayLighter raises at $1.5 billion valuation  Lido drops proposal for LDO buy backs

The launch of Coinbase's new ICO platform sparks excitement in the crypto world. Uniswap's fee switch proposal is dissected, revealing its potential revenue impact. The podcast dives into new U.S. guidance enabling ETPs to stake assets and share rewards. In a surprising twist, MegaETH revokes its allocation after major hedging revelations. Meanwhile, Square enables Bitcoin payments for sellers, eliminating fees and facilitating instant transactions. Tether's hefty advertising deal with Rumble also makes waves in the industry.

The looming end of the government shutdown brings much anticipation. Trump proposes a $2,000 dividend for Americans, sparking debate on potential tax implications. Ledger's impressive 2025 revenue hints at a possible IPO in 2026. Meanwhile, Bitcoin's struggle with the 50-week moving average raises questions about the upcoming bull run. Whale activity is heating up with significant Bitcoin transfers and accumulations. Plus, updates on XRP ETFs and new DeFi AI tools add to the buzz in the crypto world.

LayerZero made waves by purchasing $10 million worth of ZRO, calling it mispriced. Ark Invest's Cathie Wood has revised her Bitcoin price target for 2030 down to $1.2 million, citing stablecoin impacts. JPMorgan forecasts Bitcoin could hit $170,000 in the next 6 to 12 months. Tether added nearly 1,000 BTC to its reserves, while Robinhood is contemplating including Bitcoin on its balance sheet. Meanwhile, institutional interest grows as ARK Invest continues buying shares in Bitmine.