Thinking Crypto News & Interviews

Simon McLoughlin, CEO of Uphold, brings insights from the forefront of the crypto revolution. He discusses Uphold's new USD Interest Accounts, offering up to 5% returns, a game-changer in earning potential. The conversation dives into the evolving landscape of Neobanks and blockchain, emphasizing financial inclusion. McLoughlin also shares his outlook on the crypto market for Q4 and 2025, highlighting regulatory shifts and innovative plans for NFTs and self-custodial wallets, shaping Uphold's future in the industry.

Exciting developments are unfolding in the crypto space with Grayscale relaunching its XRP Trust, sparking discussions around a potential Ripple ETF approval. The investigation into SEC Chair Gary Gensler adds a layer of intrigue. There’s notable institutional interest in XRP and a surge in exchange listings following Ripple's favorable ruling. The episode also covers the SEC’s recent settlement with eToro, impacting their crypto offerings, and emphasizes the importance of educational resources for investors in this rapidly changing landscape.

Matt Hougan, CIO at Bitwise and a key player in crypto asset management, dives into the evolving world of Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs. He discusses recent major acquisitions, including the ETC Group, and the bullish outlook spurred by potential Fed rate cuts. The conversation covers the launch of the Ethereum ETF and regulatory challenges, while also speculating on future offerings like a Solana ETF. Hougan emphasizes the importance of education in navigating this dynamic market and hints at innovation in tokenized assets.

Inflation has dropped to 2.5%, prompting expectations of a Bitcoin and altcoin rally as the Fed prepares to cut rates. A new UK bill aims to legally recognize cryptocurrency as personal property, signaling a shift in regulatory support. The podcast also discusses the transition from quantitative tightening, the impact on market opportunities, and significant developments in Bitcoin mining. Additionally, advancements in Ethereum's scalability through partnerships promise to enhance transaction efficiency, setting the stage for greater blockchain adoption.

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Tim Ogilvie, Kraken’s Global Head of Institutional talks about how institutions are investing & making money from Crypto.Topics: - Tim's background and founding Staked - Kraken's institutional Crypto services - Kraken's Wyoming Bank Charter License - Institutions investing in Memecoins - The growing demand for Crypto Staking Show Sponsor - ✅ VeChain is a versatile enterprise-grade L1 smart contract platform https://www.vechain.org/ 💡Get the (Re)Thinking Crypto Book on Amazon - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0D2525DYX Sponsors:🌟Uphold - Signup with Uphold. https://uphold.sjv.io/gbED4X Terms Apply. Cryptoassets are highly volatile. Your capital is at risk. 👉 Easily buy Crypto on Gemini exchange - https://www.gemini.com/partners/thinking-crypto ⭐️ Learn about BitGo, one of the top crypto custodians - https://www.bitgo.com/ 🖥️ Sign up with Santiment to get quality crypto metrics - https://santiment.net/?fpr=thinkingcrypto Get 25% discount with code THINKINGCRYPTO 📰 Sign up for the Free Thinking Crypto Weekly Newsletter https://thinkingcrypto.substack.com/ ✉️ Crypto MailBag - https://forms.gle/vdwYC1eSpkCrc2fQ8 🔥 Buy crypto on Coinbase - https://coinbase-consumer.sjv.io/baYbem 🚀 Get the Ledger Nano X to Safely store your Crypto - https://www.ledgerwallet.com/r/acd6 ✅ Become a Channel Member - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjpkwsuHgYx9fBE0ojsJ_-w/join 🔥 Buy Merch & support the Podcast https://my-store-574b5b.creator-spring.com/🧙‍♂️Merlin - http://tinyurl.com/MerlinTCYouTube “I am a Merlin partner and get compensated for purchases made through links in this content"this content"Follow on social media:➡️ X(Twitter) - https://twitter.com/ThinkingCrypto1➡️ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/thinkingcrypto/➡️ LinkedIn - http://linkedin.com/company/thinking-crypto➡️ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/thinkingcrypto/ ➡️ TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@thinkingcryptopod ➡️ Threads - https://www.threads.net/@thinkingcrypto ➡️ Website - https://www.ThinkingCrypto.com/ 🔊 Listen to content on Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/thinking-crypto-news-interviews/id1458945676 🔊 Listen to content on Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/221AV5A65v7uYEsuMviVKl 💼Business Inquiries💼hellothinkingcrypto@gmail.com=================================================#Crypto #Kraken #Staking #CryptoNews #Cryptocurrency #Bitcoin #BTC #BitcoinNews #ETF #News #Ripple #XRP #XRPNews #RippleXRP #Ethereum #EthereumNews #ETH #Solana #money #investing #trading #Altcoin #Altcoins #NFTs #Metaverse #Podcast #ThinkingCrypto ================================================= The Thinking Crypto Podcast is your home for the best Crypto News and Interviews - crypto, cryptocurrency, crypto news, bitcoin, bitcoin news, xrp, xrp news, ripple, ripple news, ripple xrp, ethereum, ethereum news, cardano, ada, solana, altcoins, defi, news, interviews, podcast, metaverse, nft, altcoin daily, cryptosrus, coin bureau, altcoin news, bitcoin today, markets, investing ================================================= Disclaimer - The Thinking Crypto podcast and Tony Edward are not financial or investment experts. You should do your own research on each cryptocurrency and make your own conclusions and decisions for investment. Invest at your own risk, only invest what you are willing to lose. This channel and its videos are just for educational purposes and NOT investment or financial advice. Note that links included in this description might be affiliate links. If you purchase a product or service with the links that I provide I may receive a small commission. There is no additional charge to you! Thank you for supporting my channel so I can continue to provide you with free content each week!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thinking-crypto-news-interviews--3464539/support.

Crypto News: Bernstein predicts a bitcoin price of $80-90k if Trump wins presidential race, or $30-40k if Harris is elected. Crypto Super PAC pours $660K into Senate race as US election closes in. BBVA incorporates USDC. Japan's largest electricity company, Tokyo Electric Power, to use renewable energy to mine Bitcoin.Show sponsor - 👉 Easily buy Crypto on Gemini exchange https://www.gemini.com/partners/thinking-crypto 💡Get the (Re)Thinking Crypto Book on Amazon - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0D2525DYX Sponsors:🌟Uphold - Signup with Uphold. https://uphold.sjv.io/gbED4X Terms Apply. Cryptoassets are highly volatile. Your capital is at risk. ⭐️ Learn about BitGo, one of the top crypto custodians - https://www.bitgo.com/ ✅ VeChain is a versatile enterprise-grade L1 smart contract platform https://www.vechain.org/ 🖥️ Sign up with Santiment to get quality crypto metrics - https://santiment.net/?fpr=thinkingcrypto Get 25% discount with code THINKINGCRYPTO📰 Sign up for the Free Thinking Crypto Weekly Newsletter https://thinkingcrypto.substack.com/✉️ Crypto MailBag - https://forms.gle/vdwYC1eSpkCrc2fQ8 🔥 Buy crypto on Coinbase - https://coinbase-consumer.sjv.io/baYbem 🚀 Get the Ledger Nano X to Safely store your Crypto - https://www.ledgerwallet.com/r/acd6 ✅ Become a Channel Member - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjpkwsuHgYx9fBE0ojsJ_-w/join 🔥 Buy Merch & support the Podcast https://my-store-574b5b.creator-spring.com/🧙‍♂️Merlin - http://tinyurl.com/MerlinTCYouTube “I am a Merlin partner and get compensated for purchases made through links in this content"this content" Follow on social media:➡️ X(Twitter) - https://twitter.com/ThinkingCrypto1➡️ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/thinkingcrypto/➡️ LinkedIn - http://linkedin.com/company/thinking-crypto ➡️ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/thinkingcrypto/ ➡️ TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@thinkingcryptopod➡️ Threads - https://www.threads.net/@thinkingcrypto ➡️ Website - https://www.ThinkingCrypto.com/ 🔊 Listen to content on Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/thinking-crypto-news-interviews/id1458945676 🔊 Listen to content on Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/221AV5A65v7uYEsuMviVKl💼Business Inquiries💼hellothinkingcrypto@gmail.com=================================================#Crypto #Trump #kamlaHarris #USDC #CryptoNews #Cryptocurrency #Bitcoin #BTC #BitcoinNews #ETF #News #Ripple #XRP #XRPNews #RippleXRP #Ethereum #EthereumNews #ETH #Solana #money #investing #trading #Altcoin #Altcoins #NFTs #Metaverse #Podcast #ThinkingCrypto ================================================= The Thinking Crypto Podcast is your home for the best Crypto News and Interviews - crypto, cryptocurrency, crypto news, bitcoin, bitcoin news, xrp, xrp news, ripple, ripple news, ripple xrp, ethereum, ethereum news, cardano, ada, solana, altcoins, defi, news, interviews, podcast, metaverse, nft, altcoin daily, cryptosrus, coin bureau, altcoin news, bitcoin today, markets, investing ================================================= Disclaimer - The Thinking Crypto podcast and Tony Edward are not financial or investment experts. You should do your own research on each cryptocurrency and make your own conclusions and decisions for investment. Invest at your own risk, only invest what you are willing to lose. This channel and its videos are just for educational purposes and NOT investment or financial advice. Note that links included in this description might be affiliate links. If you purchase a product or service with the links that I provide I may receive a small commission. There is no additional charge to you! Thank you for supporting my channel so I can continue to provide you with free content each week!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thinking-crypto-news-interviews--3464539/support.

Dan from 360 Trader, a veteran trader with a passion for financial markets, discusses the resilience of the crypto bull market. He shares insightful chart analysis and forecasts for Bitcoin, Ethereum, Solana, and XRP. The conversation dives into the significance of data over emotions in market trends, the impact of market cycles, and the role of major investors. Dan also highlights transformative events that could shape the future of crypto, while injecting a bit of fun with personal anecdotes about food and hobbies.

This week highlights a critical moment for Bitcoin as it tests key resistance levels essential for a bullish market. Ripple is making waves with its stablecoin launch, RLUSD, particularly gaining traction in Japan. The political landscape for cryptocurrencies is shifting, with initiatives like the America Loves Crypto tour energizing voters. Listeners will also find fresh insights into market trends and recommendations for navigating the evolving crypto space.

In this discussion, James Seyffart, a Bloomberg ETF Analyst with deep insights into cryptocurrency markets, tackles critical topics around ETF approvals. He highlights the SEC's stance on Solana being classified as a security and the challenges that presents. The conversation shifts to Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs, evaluating their current performance and the impact of Fed policies on market liquidity. Seyffart also offers a glimpse into the potential future for Solana and XRP ETFs, stressing the need for diversification in custodial services following cybersecurity threats.