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Metaplanet Sets Up U.S. and Japan Subsidiaries | CoinDesk Daily Sep 17, 2025

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Metaplanet establishes subsidiaries in the U.S. and Japan.

Metaplanet establishes subsidiaries in the U.S. and Japan as the firm doubles down on its bitcoin commitment. And, insights into Brazil's approach to crypto regulation. CoinDesk’s Jennifer Sanasie hosts a special “CoinDesk Daily” from Rio de Janeiro.

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BITCOIN SEASON 2: Astrology Tells Us What Bitcoin Is Going To Do in 2026 Sep 17, 2025

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Erin Redwin, Bitcoin astrologer, discusses eclipse season chaos, Saturn returns, 2026 predictions, and how planetary alignments influenced Bitcoin's creation.

Erin Redwing, Bitcoin astrologer and former astronomer, joins us to talk about eclipse season chaos, Saturn returns for millennials, why 2026 marks the Age of Aquarius, and Bitcoin's astrological DNA from its 2008 Saturn-Uranus opposition birth.

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**NOTES:**

• Bitcoin hit $18K on winter solstice 2020

• Saturn returns happen ages 27-30

• Eclipse seasons occur every 6 months

• 2026 starts new astrological era

• Bitcoin created during planetary opposition

• Pluto in Aquarius until 2044

Timestamps:

00:00 Start

01:35 Astronomy background

03:37 Erin predicts the 2025 Spring sell-off

05:55 Eclipse Season

12:48 Positive outlook

16:52 Cleanspark

18:11 Themes for the next era?

22:18 Saturn return

26:12 Saturn return applies to everyone

30:19 Bitcoin & Saturn

32:56 Price up or down?

42:47 Bitcoin culture right now

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PayPal to Allow Direct Transfer of BTC and ETH | CoinDesk Daily Sep 16, 2025

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PayPal is expanding its peer-to-peer payment service to crypto.

PayPal is expanding its peer-to-peer service to include crypto transfers to its payment flow. The payment giant said U.S. users will soon be able to send digital assets like bitcoin and ether across PayPal, Venmo, and other crypto-compatible wallets. CoinDesk’s Jennifer Sanasie breaks down what this means for crypto mainstream adoption on “CoinDesk Daily.”

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Algorithmic Sameness and the Future of Creativity with Kyle Chayka Sep 16, 2025

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Kyle Chayka, Staff Writer at The New Yorker and author of Filterworld, breaks down how algorithmic sameness is reshaping global culture—and what it means for creativity, identity, and authenticity online. He explores how creators are challenging traditional media, why crypto could become the internet’s native currency, and how digital identity is evolving in a world shaped by metrics, machines, and media. Joining him is Keith Soljacich of Publicis Media, as they explore opportunities to create deeper meaning amid these cultural shifts.

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THE MINING POD: Mike Alfred on IREN, Fintwit, and the Digital Infrastructure Thesis Sep 16, 2025

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Bitcoin mining stock investor and hedge fund manager Mike Alfred slings his opinions on IREN, public miners, and AI on the latest Mining Pod.

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Welcome back to The Mining Pod! Today, Mike Alfred, founder of Alpine Fox LP and a non‑executive director at IREN, joins us to talk about Bitcoin mining economics, AI‑GPU arbitrage, the importance of owning physical infrastructure, and how his permanent‑capital fund navigates massive drawdowns while staying contrarian in a hype‑driven market.

Timestamps:

00:00 Start

03:51 Alpine Fox Fund

07:26 IREN allocation

10:26 Why invest in IREN?

16:10 Why post on social?

20:16 Cleanspark

20:44 Binance

25:26 Memetic investing

32:39 Breaking news

36:34 Drawdowns

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Polymarket Weighs $9B Valuation Amid User Surge and CFTC Approval: Report | CoinDesk Daily Sep 15, 2025

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Polymarket is considering an offer that values the platform at $9 billion.

Polymarket is considering a deal that would value the company at $9 billion, according to a report from The Information. The number is a dramatic climb from its $1 billion valuation just three months ago, when it raised funds in a round led by Peter Thiel’s Founders Fund. What drove the surge in prediction market's valuation? CoinDesk’s Jennifer Sanasie hosts “CoinDesk Daily.”

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BITCOIN SEASON 2: How Nepal Used Discord to Elect its Next PM Sep 13, 2025

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A deep dive into Nepal’s protest surge, where BitChat’s mesh network and Discord polls helped topple a government, with Bitcoin‑adjacent tools fueling the uprising.

Dive into the wild story of how Nepal's government was overthrown using Jack Dorsey's BitChat mesh network app and Discord polls. From social media bans sparking protests to Zoomers coordinating via Bluetooth networks, this episode explores the intersection of crypto technology and political revolution. Plus, Charlie Kirk's thoughts on Bitcoin strategic reserves.

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**Notes:**

• BitChat downloads jumped from 3K to 50K in one day

• 48,000 Nepal downloads = 38% of total installs

• 26 social media platforms banned Sept 4th

• Bluetooth mesh network max range ~30 meters

• Charlie Kirk supports US Bitcoin reserve

• Discord poll selected interim leadership

Timestamps

00:00 Start

00:25 Citizens rebel in Nepal

03:44 BitChat

05:08 Nepal backstory

06:18 BitChat to the rescue

11:41 Discord voting

21:26 Hot topic of week

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Tether Unveils USAT to "Revolutionize the U.S. Financial System" Sep 12, 2025

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Insights into the Tether's announcing its plans to issue a US Dollar-Backed stablecoin.

In an exclusive interview, CoinDesk's Jennifer Sanasie sits down with Tether CEO Paolo Ardoino and newly appointed USAT CEO Bo Hines to discuss the launch of their new stablecoin designed specifically for the US market. Plus they discuss how it will work alongside the globally dominant USDT and reveal their mission to provide financial access to underserved communities, reduce transaction costs, and build a more efficient financial system in the United States.

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Cboe Launches Continuous Bitcoin & Ether Futures Sep 12, 2025

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Cboe's Global Head of Derivatives, Catherine Clay, discusses the launch of their new products.

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Cboe recently announced new continuous futures for bitcoin and ether, mimicking popular offshore perpetual contracts but with a key difference: they're long-dated, cash-settled products with a 10-year expiry. In today's Markets Outlook, CoinDesk's Jennifer Sanasie sits down with Cboe's Global Head of Derivatives, Catherine Clay, to dive into these innovative new products, plus Catherine shares key takeaways from the Hood Summit, including what today's retail traders are really after.

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Will the US Government’s $345B Deficit Impact Rates? | CoinDesk Daily Sep 12, 2025

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The U.S. saw August deficit of $345 billion. How did gold and bitcoin react?

The US government posted a $345 billion deficit in August, with its revenue of $344B overshadowed by $689 billion in spending. The net interest at $93 billion highlights the growing pressure that rising borrowing costs are placing on federal finances. Will this have any impact on the upcoming Federal Reserve interest rate decision? CoinDesk’s Jennifer Sanasie hosts “CoinDesk Daily.”

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