Crypto In America

XRP ETF Record Launch | Coinbase Heads South | Senate Ag Bill Buzz Nov 14, 2025

The U.S.’s largest crypto exchange is relocating from Delaware to Texas, part of a broader wave of companies leaving the First State for more favorable jurisdictions. Coinbase Chief Legal Officer Paul Grewal joins the show to explain the move and why Texas is fast becoming a new hub for U.S. innovators.

Canary Capital made history this week with the first-ever 33 Act spot XRP ETF, opening Wall Street’s doors to institutional access to the world’s third largest digital asset by market cap. Canary CEO Steve McClurg joins the show to discuss the record breaking launch.

And on Capitol Hill, the Senate Agriculture Committee released its long-awaited market structure discussion draft. We get Digital Chamber CEO Cody Carbone’s take on the text and how the industry is reacting to it.

How Avalanche Is Onboarding Institutions, FIFA, & States Through L1s and Tokenization | John Wu Nov 12, 2025

John Wu is the President of Ava Labs, In this conversation, we discuss regulatory changes in the U.S, the importance of onshoring crypto innovation, updates on market structure in DC, real world adoption, why Avalance has many L1s, Tokenization, the growing trend of enterprises embracing blockchain technology. John details Ava Labs' projects such as partnerships with the Cleveland Cavaliers, FIFA World Cup, Wyoming Stablecoin, the California DMV, and land registries in NJ.

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TIMESTAMPS:

0:00 - Welcome John Wu To Crypto In America

0:33 - What Does ‘Crypto in America’ Mean To John?

1:20 - Regulatory Changes In The Last Year

2:19 - Market Structure Developments in DC - What Is John Excited About?

3:55 - Is Enterprise Now Comfortable With Ava? - Real-World Applications

6:21 - Is Crypto Still Cool? Does It Need To Be?

8:55 - Working With FIFA & The World Cup

10:56 - Stateside Growth vs. Global Expansion

13:08 - Products That Ava Labs Is Working On in The US

17:03 - Avalanche Has Several Chains - Flexible Architecture For Enterprise

21:00 - Do Enterprises Want To Build L1s?

23:00 - How Many Avalanche L1s Does John Want To See?

23:50 - What Do Institutions Want To Do With Tokenization

29:24 - Tokenizing Traditional Assets, Digital Asset Treasuries, Asset Wrappers

31:00 - Challenges in Marketing & Mainstream Knowledge of Ava

35:25 - Stablecoins and Liquidity Volume For All Ecosystems

38:30 - TradFi and DeFi Convergence?

41:07 - Acquisitions in the Crypto Space

44:20 - John Wu's Journey into Crypto

47:33 - Future of Private Market Access

53:08 - What John Is Paying Attention

55:00 - Thanks John For Joining! Like & Subscriber

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2025 Market Gains Gone? Recap of Ripple Swell & SmartCon Nov 07, 2025

The team had a busy week in New York City attending Ripple's Swell and Chainlink's SmartCon conferences. We sat down with Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse, Aave founder Stani Kulechov and Ben Jones, co-founder of Ethereum Layer 2 blockchain Optimism.

In today’s episode, we will recap the week’s news including the market turmoil that has wiped out nearly all of crypto’s gains this year and share our on-site interview with Ben Jones. We will also dive into policy with Ava Labs General Counsel Lee Schneider, discussing key priorities for market structure and why the SEC and CFTC will still play a big role in crypto regulation.

Brad Garlinghouse on the Future Of Ripple, XRP, & Crypto | Live From Ripple Swell 2025 Nov 05, 2025

Brad Garlinghouse is the CEO of Ripple. We’re live in New York speaking to Brad at Ripple Swell 2025. In this conversation, we discuss the current crypto ecosystem, previous regulatory battles for Ripple and how he views current DC legislation, the importance of the U.S. being the leader in crypto, Ripple's strategy & acquisitions, bridging the gap between traditional finance and crypto, the application for a National Bank charter, and how XRP still plays a major role in Ripple’s future.

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TIMESTAMPS:

0:00 - Welcome Brian To Crypto In America

0:14 - Ripple's Tumultuous Year and Legal Battles

0:43 - What ‘Crypto in America’ Means To Brad

1:46 - Comparing the ‘Dot-Com’ Boom to Crypto

4:00 - Did Crypto Already Have It’s Bust?

6:10 - Ripple’s Previous Legal Battles, Thoughts On Regulatory Clarity and Market Impact

10:23 - Long Term Vision For Ripple

12:16- Ripple Prime, Institutional Trading

14:57 Public Market Exposure and Institutional Access

17:26 - XRP's Role

23:41 - US Regulatory Landscape and Future Prospects

29:30 - Thanks Brad For Joining Us, Like & Subscribe!

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SOL's Wall Street Debut Smashes Records, Cryptex Launches 40-Token Index Oct 31, 2025

It was a historic week for crypto ETFs as Solana, Hedera, and Litecoin hit Wall Street 13 months after Ethereum launched, kicking off a wider wave of token-based funds. Bitwise's $BSOL led the charge with $56M in daily volume and $69.5M in inflows on its NYSE debut, followed by Hedera with $8.6M volume and $2.2M inflows on Nasdaq.

Guests: Bitwise President Teddy Fusaro and Hedera Foundation's Gregg Bell break down the ETF launches. Plus, Cryptex co-founder Joe Sticco unveils the Crypto 40 Index, a fully-decentralized benchmark tracking 40 digital assets representing roughly 85% of the global crypto market cap.

'This Is The Inflection Point' | Why The Nasdaq Is All-In On Crypto w/ Kevin Kennedy Oct 29, 2025

Kevin Kennedy is the Executive Vice President of North American Markets at Nasdaq. In this conversation, we discuss how Nasdaq is integrating blockchain technology and digital assets into its long-term strategy. We get into Nasdaq's priorities, emphasizing liquidity, integrity, and transparency, while also discussing recent developments like extended trading hours, tokenization, and partnerships in the digital asset space. Kevin also reflects on changes in regulatory landscapes and how Nasdaq is adapting to maintain a competitive edge.This episode is sponsored by Gemini: https://gemini.com/CIA

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Please note that this podcast is for informational purposes only and any views shared by anyone on the show are opinions, not financial advice. The host or guests may have a direct or indirect financial interest in content mentioned in this episode.This show is powered by Sei.Follow Crypto in America: https://x.com/CryptoAmerica_Follow Sei: https://x.com/SeiNetworkFollow our hostsJacquelyn: https://x.com/jacqmelinekGerald: https://x.com/thatgeraldEleanor: https://x.com/EleanorTerrettTIMESTAMPS:0:00 - Welcome Kevin Kennedy To Crypto In America1:00 - What Does 'Crypto In America' Mean To Kevin?2:12 - Kevin's Career Journey05:04 - Inflection Point of Blockchain In Capital Markets08:11 - Tokenization & Its Impact on Markets13:42 - Nasdaq's Adaptation To Digital Assets 20:36 - The IPO Market23:59 - Why Kevin Wants Extended Trading Hours at the Nasdaq27:13 - How Instant Settlement Could Change Markets35:30 - Balancing Innovation and Investor Protection39:39 - What Is Kevin Looking Forward To in Crypto?40:00 - Thanks For Watching! Like & Subscribe#crypto #bitcoin #blockchain #investing #technology #america

Crypto's Big Week In DC with Mo Shaikh and Adam Minehardt Oct 24, 2025

In today’s episode of Crypto In America Live, the team breaks down a whirlwind week in Washington, from Senate roundtables on the market structure bill, to the Fed weighing whether to open its payment rails to crypto firms, to President Trump’s pardon of Binance founder CZ and the backlash it’s sparked. We unpack it all with tech entrepreneur Mo Shaikh and Chainlink’s Head of Public Policy, Adam Minehardt.

Exclusive Interview at The Federal Reserve | Crypto Innovation, Stablecoin Regulation & Bitcoin Oct 22, 2025

We're live from the Federal Reserve with Christopher Waller of the Federal Reserve Board of Governors. We get an exclusive report from The Fed's Payments Innovation Conference. We discuss the possibility of Waller becoming the next fed chair, the proposed 'Skinny Master Account', trust charters with stablecoins, the Fed's innovation with emerging tech, protecting the banking system, Market Structure updates, yield & rewards for stablecoins, & Bitcoin as a safe haven asset.

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TIMESTAMPS:

0:00 - Welcome Christopher Waller To Crypto In America - Live From DC!

0:30 - Will Waller Become The Next Fed Chair?

2:00 - The 'Skinny Master Account'

7:00 - Stablecoin Trust Charters & Regulation

9:10 - The Fed Leaning Into Innovation

12:40 - Protecting The Banking System While Promoting Stablecoins

16:00 - GENIUS, Market Structure - Yield

19:30 - Credit Card Rewards

22:10 - Zero Knowledge Proofs

24:25 - Waller's Thoughts On Bitcoin As Gold Hits New ATH

28:20 - Thanks For Watching! Like & Subscribe

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Crypto Banking Race Heats Up, BlackRock Digs In Amid Market Structure Standstill Oct 17, 2025

In this episode, the team breaks down another news-heavy week of TradFi piling into crypto. BlackRock is overhauling its BSTBL money market product to support stablecoin issuer reserve needs. The OCC has conditionally approved the first crypto-friendly bank to become a full-service national bank, and the U.S.’s fifth-largest bank is launching its own digital assets unit focused on stablecoin issuance, custody, and tokenization.

We also speak with Amanda Tuminelli, Executive Director and Chief Legal Officer of the DeFi Education Fund, for a temperature check one week after the Democrats’ DeFi market structure proposal. Plus, we talk to the CEO of Daylight, a DePIN company working to modernize energy distribution across the U.S., fresh off a $75 million fundraise.

Exclusive Look Into Zerohash’s Partnership w/ Public and $104M Raise From Morgan Stanley Oct 15, 2025

Edward Woodford is the Founder & CEO of zerohash and Stephen Sikes is the COO of Public. In this interview, we get insights into the massive crypto partnership between zerohash and Public to expand crypto trading. Stephen & Edward discuss why they made the deal, the focus on retail, and what changes costumers can expect to see. We also discuss the state of crypto in America, the record breaking market drop last week, the $104M raise from Morgan Stanley, the latest on DC regulation & bringing stablecoins to traditional finance.

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TIMESTAMPS:

0:00 - Welcome Edward & Stephen To Crypto In America!

0:54 - What Crypto in America Means To Edward & Stephen

4:17 - Public's Decision to Expand Crypto Offerings with zerohash

8:33 - Institutional Adoption and Customer Demand

9:45 - Public's Focus on Retail Investors

13:03 - Morgan Stanley $100M Investment - Institutional Fears In Crypto

16:55 - Market Reaction To Public/Zerohash Partnership - What Do Costumers Want?

21:24 - zerohash's Journey and Vision

28:45 - Regulatory Landscape

29:47 - Why The US Is A Prime Location for Crypto Development

33:12 - Tokenized Deposits vs. Stablecoins

37:01 - The Role of Stablecoins in Mainstream Finance

44:20 - Collatoral & Volume In Stablecoins

53:01 The Vision for zerohash

53:50 - Edward Is Paying Attention Open Banking Right Now - Open Banking Explained

55:40 - Thanks For Watching! Like & Subscribe

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Will DeFi Drama Threaten Market Structure Timeline? Oct 10, 2025

In today's episode, Eleanor and Jacquelyn discuss why DeFi drove a wedge between Senate Republicans and Democrats working on market structure this week, and why this setback could push crypto’s “rules of the road” into 2026 — and why that matters. Jacquelyn and Gerald break it all down on policy with Digital Chamber CEO Cody Carbone, while Eleanor and Gerald speak with the founder of the Texas Blockchain Council and President of the North American Blockchain Summit in Dallas.

Creating Internet Capital Markets With Solana Labs | Anatoly Yakovenko Oct 08, 2025

Anatoly Yakovenko is the Co-Founder & CEO of Solana Labs. In this conversation, we discuss building in the US, the current regulatory environment, Project Crypto, Solana's ecosystem resilience during the FTX collapse, governance, why IPOs are disappearing, the potential of stablecoins, Solana Mobile, mainstream adoption, and the significance of Internet capital markets.

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TIMESTAMPS:

0:00 - Welcome Anatoly Yakovenko To Crypto In America

0:30 - What Does 'Crypto in America' Mean To Anatoly?

1:07 - Launching Solana in the US. - Coming From Ukraine - Challenges and Regulatory Issues

4:26 - Capital Formation in Crypto

11:49 - Advice for Startup Founders

14:49 - Solana's Resilience and Community

19:29 - Solana ETFs and Financialization

27:11 - Internet Capital Markets Explained

30:42 - The Drop In IPOs

32:40 - Governance and Regulatory Simplification

36:25 - Solana Policy Institute and Government Relations

43:20 - Solana Mobile and the Future of Crypto Devices

47:10 - The Competitive Landscape of Layer 1 Blockchains

51:21 - Mainstream Adoption & Explaining Value To Consumers

53:05 - Anatoly's Sports Teams & Bad Bunny

54:00 - Thanks For Watching! Like & Subscribe

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Figure's $7.6 Billion IPO | How Mike Cagney Is Changing Capital Markets On The Blockchain Oct 01, 2025

Mike Cagney is the Co-Founder & CEO of Figure and the former Co-Founder & CEO of SoFi. Figure recently went public on the NASDAQ and now has a $7.6 billion valuation. In this conversation, we discuss why Mike took Figure public, going all-in on blockchain, the differences between traditional FinTech and blockchain-integrated businesses, the challenges and benefits of going public, the company's growth strategies with capital, the state of DC legislation, if CLARITY will pass, and why the macro economy could help Figure with rate cuts likely coming soon.

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TIMESTAMPS:

0:00 - Welcome Mike Cagney To Crypto In America!

0:32 - What Crypto In America Means To Mike

1:46 - From SoFi to Figure

2:54 - Blockchain's Role in Lending and Liquidity

5:33 - Why Figure Went Public, Market Reactions

9:44 - Utilizing Public Capital for Growth and Innovation

12:00 - Navigating Volatility in Crypto Lending

15:03- Real-Time Data With Blockchain, Avoiding Data Revisions - Dealing With Regulators

21:25 - Future of Blockchain in Financial Applications

26:14 - Impact of Interest Rates At The Fed & Macro Economy

27:24 - Regulatory Landscape In DC - Will Clarity Pass?

29:51 - Thanks Mike For Joining! Like & Subscribe

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Coinbase President On Why 'Market Structure Is Essential' | Emilie Choi Sep 24, 2025

Emilie Choi is the President & COO of Coinbase. In this conversation, Emily shares her journey from corporate roles at LinkedIn and Yahoo to joining Coinbase in 2018. We discuss Emilie's tenure are Coinbase and how Brian Armstrong built a different company than anything she had previously experienced. We also get into her experiences navigating crypto winters, regulatory pressures, Coinbase's advocacy efforts for Market Structure, why crypto regulations must pass right now, the importance of the upcoming midterm elections, and Coinbase's 'Everything App' aspirations.

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0:00 - Welcome Emilie Choi To Crypto In America!

0:30 - What 'Crypto In America' Means To Emilie

01:15 - Emilie's Journey to Coinbase

04:48 - Lessons from Crypto Winters

06:46 - Navigating Regulatory Challenges

08:13 - Coinbase IPO

14:38 - Encouraging Innovation at Coinbase

20:44 - Market Structure Bill, Bipartisan Momentum

24:22 - Stablecoin Landscape and Strategic Partnerships

27:51 - Challenges with State-Level Regulations

31:00 - Why Elections Matter So Much

37:00- Coinbase's Vision for an 'Everything App'

40:00 - When Perpetual Futures On Coinbase In America?

42:00 - Thanks Emilie For Joining! Like & Subscribe

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Crypto’s New Era: ETFs Take Off & Gensler’s ‘Sorry Not Sorry’ - CiA Live! Sep 19, 2025

On Episode 2 of Crypto In America Live, we dive into a major milestone for crypto ETFS as the SEC greenlights a new generic listing standard that's set to unleash a wave of new investment products onto Wall Street. Plus, Gary Gensler stands by his crypto enforcement record. Greg Xethalis of Multicoin and Zach Rosenberg of Ethena Labs join the show.

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Robinhood's Dan Gallagher On Tokenization, Legislation, & Crypto's Future On The Platform Sep 17, 2025

Dan Gallagher is the Chief Legal, Compliance and Corporate Affairs Officer at Robinhood. In this episode, we discuss Dan's journey from the SEC to Robinhood,the meme stocks, the importance of clear legislation and regulatory frameworks, and the future of tokenization and DeFi.

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TIMESTAMPS:

0:00 - Welcome Dan Gallagher To Crypto In America

0:30 - What Does Crypto In America Mean To Dan?

01:38 - The Meme Stock Craze and Robinhood's Response

04:51 - Crypto's Role in Robinhood's Growth

11:12 - Navigating Under SEC Chair Gensler, Low Points in Crypto

19:40 - Working With Paul Atkins

22:03 - Tokenization and the Future of Trading

32:21 - Liquitidy & 24/7 Trading Under Tokenization

42:37 - Market Structure Legislation

46:33 - Competitor Products (Coinbase's Base, Stripe L1)

49:00 - Approaching Gray Areas In The Legal Framework

54:00 - SEC Gallagher In The Future??

55:30 - What Dan Is Watching Currenty - Event Contracts Coming to Robinhood

58:24 - Thanks Dan For Joining!

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BREAKING: Tether Announces US Stablecoin USAT w/ Bo Hines & Paolo Ardoino Sep 12, 2025

We're live in NYC today to discuss the massive news from Tether. The company has announced a new U.S. Stablecoin, USAT, w/ Bo Hines joining as the CEO of it. We dive into the news, Bo Hine's strategic role at Tether and running USAT, and what to expect from this new stablecoin in the United States.

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0:00 - Welcome Bo Hines & Paolo Ardoino

0:30 - Tether Announces USAT Stablecoin

2:30 - Stablecoin Growth In The U.S.

4:00 - The Co-Existence of USDT & USAT

6:30 - The First USAT Transaction

7:30 - Will USDT Continue To Grow In The US?

9:00 - Product Market Fit, Serving Under-Financed Customers

10:30 - Market Structure Bill, Stablecoins As Collateral

11:00 - What Do They Want Tether To Be Known For?

12:15 - Partnerships with Anchorage & Cantor Fitzgerald

13:15 - Tether's Insane Growth Over The Years

15:00 - Thanks For Watching! Like & Subscribe

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Crypto Policy Insider On SEC Chair Paul Atkins, Market Structure Bill Updates, & The Non-Crypto Vote Sep 10, 2025

We are live at the Wyoming Blockchain Symposium with Kristin Smith, the President of the Solana Policy Institute. In this conversation, we discuss Kristin's move from Blockchain Association To SPI, navigating crypto policy in DC, working with SEC Chair Paul Atkins, De-banking, and updates on the Market Structure bill

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0:00 - Welcome Kristin Smith To Crypto In America

0:30 - What Does Crypto In America mean to Kristin

1:25 - Why Did Kristin Move From Blockchain Association To Solana

2:30 - Going Through The Dark Times In Crypto Policy

6:10 - Current State Of Crypto In DC - Regulatory Enviornment

8:45 - Working Towards Market Structure

13:40 - Policy Members Who Are Not On Board With Crypto, Justifying Crypto Policy

18:45 - The Anti-Crypto Voter, Working On Legislation In The Fall

21:40 - Jay Clayton thoughts - Kristin Is Upset About Roman Storm Case

24:15 - Working With SEC Chair Paul Atkins - Navigating Challenges With Policy Makers

30:55 - Ending De-banking - Has Krstin Ever Been De-banked?

34:30 - Complications Of Market Structure - Getting The Bill Passed

34:20 - What's Next For The Solana Policy Institue?

40:00 - Thanks Kristin For Joining! Like & Subscribe

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Asher Genoot On American Bitcoin, Mining, & Working With The Trump Family Sep 03, 2025

Asher Genoot is the CEO of Hut8 and board member of American Bitcoin. In this episode, we discuss de-banking, U.S. regulations, the shift in government attitudes toward crypto, partnering with the Trump family, building American Bitcoin, & Bitcoin Treasury company risks.

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TIMESTAMPS:

0:00 - Welcome Asher Genoot To Crypto In America - Live From Wyoming!

0:44 – What Crypto In America Means To Asher

1:36 – De-banking Challenges

3:27 – The journey from startup to large-scale Bitcoin mining

5:10 - Overcoming stigma and misconceptions about Bitcoin mining

10:00 - Change In Govt. Attitude Towards The Industry - Working With The Trump Family

13:10 – operational roles of Eric and Donald Trump Jr. in American Bitcoin

16:20 - Going Public

20:30 – Structuring American Bitcoin for efficiency and shareholder value

25:15 – Relationship between American Bitcoin and Hut8

31:11 – Treasury strategies, competitive advantages, and building a trusted brand

32:50 - Apologies For The Technical Difficulties - Thanks Asher For Joining Us!

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Former CFTC Commissioner Gives Us The Latest On Crypto Legislation in DC Aug 27, 2025

Summer Mersinger is the CEO of the Blockchain Association and former CFTC Commissioner. In this episode, we discuss her transition from government to the Blockchain Association, the status of crypto bills in the Senate, the state of the CFTC & SEC, legislation for DeFi, and the positive momentum in the crypto space.

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TIMESTAMPS:

0:00 - Welcome Summer Mersinger To Crypto In Americ

0:30 - What Crypto In America Means To Summer

2:42 - Transition from CFTC to Blockchain Association

6:50 - Bipartisanship Policy in Crypto Regulation

9:04 - Current State of the CFTC

14:10 - Comparing CFTC and SEC in Crypto Regulation

20:40 - Senate & Banking Committee Working Together

22:45 - Finding Bipartisanship For Passing Bills

27:34 - Blockchain Association's Role in Regulatory Implementation

29:24 - Privacy and Protection in DeFi

38:19 - Federal Reserve's Evolving Stance on Crypto

42:05 - The Momentum Shift In Crypto Industry, Positive Experience At SALT in Wyoming

47:24 - Is There More Collaboration With Crypto Advocacy Groups?

51:30 - Summer Would Like To Change The Narrative Around Bitcoin Mining

53:00 - Thanks Summer For Joining The Show! Like & Subscribe

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Cynthia Lummis Talks US Bitcoin Reserve and Market Structure’s Path Through Senate Aug 22, 2025

We're live from Jackson Hole at the Wyoming Blockchain Symposium! Today we're speaking with U.S. Senator, Cynthia Lummis. We chat about her journey into crypto, the new Wyoming stablecoin, how much Bitcoin the U.S. has, if the U.S. will be buying more Bitcoin soon, and when she expects the crypto market structure legislation to be singed into law.

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0:00 - Welcome Senator Cynthia Lummis To Crypto In America!

00:27 - What Crypto In America Means To Senator Lummis

01:50 - Cynthia's Journey into Digital Assets

04:45 - Wyoming's Stablecoin & why more states will follow

08:38 - The latest on Bitcoin - Will The U.S. Buy Bitcoin? How much does the U.S. have?

11:11 - Crypto Market Structure Legislation Completed By Christmas?

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Exclusive Interview: Anthony Apollo Reveals Wyoming's Groundbreaking State-Issued Stablecoin Aug 20, 2025

We're live from Jackson Hole at the Wyoming Blockchain Symposium! Today we're speaking with Anthony Apollo, the Executive Director of the Wyoming Stable Token Commission. We discuss the groundbreaking news out of Wyoming today as they announce the first stablecoin issued by a US state FRNT. The Visa-supported FRNT stablecoin will launch on 7 blockchains. Anthony gives us insight into the years of work that went into Frontier Stable Token stablecoin, when the stablecoin will launch to the public, embracing Wyoming as a frontier state, future use cases for the coin, and the future of crypto in U.S. states

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TIMESTAMPS:

0:00 - Welcome Anthony Apollo To Crypto In America!

0:35 - What Crypto in America Means To Anthony

01:18 - Big Announcement! Wyoming's First State-Issued Stablecoin

3:30 - Wyoming As A Frontier State In Crypto

05:19 - Addressing Concerns and Misconceptions

07:45 - Why Is The Coin Not Public Today?

09:43 - Embracing Self Custody

11:30 - Operating Outside The GENIUS Act - Will Yield Be Offered?

16:10 - Will States Replicate? Interoperability Issues

16:40 - Who Is This Stablecoin For?

18:55 - Will Multiple Chains Be Supported?

21:45 - Was There A Bias When Choosing The Supported Chains?

22:52 - AML/KYC and Financial Compliance

24:13 - Engagement with Local Banks and Credit Unions

26:01 - Tokenizing Real World Assets

27:38 - Future Outlook For Crypto In The US

32:25 - Public Launch & What's Next For The Commision

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Tether’s $160 Billion Expansion | Paolo Ardoino on USDT's Future Aug 13, 2025

Paolo Ardoino is the CEO of Tether and CTO of Bitfinex. In this conversation, we discuss the enactment of the GENIUS Act, Tether's proactive global strategies in countries like Africa, the regulatory landscape changes for crypto in the U.S, responding to the Bitfinex hack, the role of stablecoins in international finance, and future plans for launching a U.S. domestic stablecoin.

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0:00 - Welcome Paolo Ardoino To Crypto In America!

0:42 - What Does Crypto in America Mean To Paolo?

2:33 - The GENIUS Act and Its Impact on Tether

4:24 - Tether's Global Reach and Role in Emerging Markets

9:05 - Tether's Plans for the US Market

15:36 - The Future of Stablecoins and Banking

23:07 - Tether's Upcoming U.S .Product

26:02 - The Importance of USDT for the US Economy

30:24 - Global Dominance of the US Dollar

32:38 - Tether's Expansion in Africa & Bringing Financial Stability

34:44 - Bitfinex Hack Reaction

39:20 - Tether's Commitment to Upholding Regulations

43:41 - Partnerships with Howard Lutnick & Cantor Fitzgerald

48:50 - Paolo's First Visit To DC & Why It's Important To Stick Together As An Industry

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Why America Is Quickly Becoming The Crypto Capital Of The World | Jan van Eck Aug 06, 2025

In this episode, we're joined by Jan van Eck, the CEO of VanEck. We discuss launching the Bitcoin ETF, the success of crypto ETFs, and regulatory challenges. We also get into the impact of thee GENIUS Act, institutional investment in crypto, macroeconomic trends, active versus passive management in ETFs, and the what to expect next in the investment landscape.

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0:00 - Welcome Jan van Eck To Crypto In America!

0:33 - What Crypto in America Means To Jan

02:03 - Gold and Bitcoin ETFs, Regulatory Landscap

04:41 - VanEck's Investment Strategy

13:01 - Institutional Interest Post-FTX Collapse

15:51 - The Impact of the GENIUS Act on Financial Systems

23:58 - VanEck's Stablecoin Strategy

28:56 - European Crypto Market and Regulations

30:59 - Asian Crypto Market Insights

32:36 - Active vs Passive Crypto ETFs

34:21 - Public Market Exposure to Crypto Assets

41:48- Venture Capital in Crypto

44:50 - Are There Any Regulatory Concerns?

46:24 - Future of Crypto Adoption and Stablecoins

50:00 - Thanks Jan For Joining! Like & Subscibe!

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White House Exclusive Interview: Bo Hines Breaks Down the Administration’s Crypto Report Jul 30, 2025

We are live in Washington DC to discuss the White House's Crypto Report with Bo Hines, Executive Director of the U.S. Crypto Council. We discuss stablecoins, the Genius Act, market structure, and the federal government’s stance against a Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC). Beau expresses optimism about future regulatory clarity and the potential for the U.S. to lead in digital asset innovation and gives us the latest on the Bitcoin and the strategic reserve.

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TIMESTAMPS:

0:00 - Welcome Bo Back To The Show!

0:31 - Overview of the White House Crypto Report

03:44 - Modernizing Bank Regulations

05:01 - Interagency Cooperation and CFTC Developments

07:01 - Stablecoins and National Security

12:12 - Tornado Cash, Future of Decentralized Finance

19:30 - State-Level Regulations and Tax Code Updates

22:04- Strategic Bitcoin Reserve Update - How Much Bitcoin Does The US Have?

27:40 - Trump Understands Crypto

28:30 - Thanks Bo For Having Us At The White House!

#crypto #bitcoin #blockchain #investing #technology #america

$4B Crypto VC on 'Crypto Week' Bills, Why DeFi Will Take Off, The Best City To Build, & Stablecoins Jul 23, 2025

In this episode, we're joined by Haseeb Qureshi, Managing Parter at Dragonfly, which has invested in over 150 crypto projects. We discuss Haseeb's rollercoaster of being a crypto investor in America, the impulse that drove him into crypto, and his firm belief in its inevitability. He explains why BlackRock's entry changed crypto forever and the role of stablecoins in both the US and Asia.

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0:00 - Welcome Haseeb to Crypto In America!

00:59 - What Crypto in America Means to Haseeb

02:35 - Journey into Crypto: From Bitcoin to Ethereum

03:40 - The Evolution of Crypto and Stablecoins

13:16 - Crypto's Cultural Shift to New York

18:57 - The Role of BlackRock In Saving Crypto

29:03 - Challenges in US Crypto Policy

30:19 - Where to Build The Crypto Hub?

33:00 - Stablecoins

38:40 - Stablecoins in the US

50:46 - IPOs, Mergers & Acquisitions

53:59 - Why Haseeb Is Watching Elon & The America Party

55:00 - Thanks Haseeb For Joining The Show! Like & Subscribe

#crypto #bitcoin #blockchain #investing #technology #america

BREAKING: 3 Crypto Bills PASSED in Unprecedented Vote | Rep. Bryan Steil On Successful Crypto Week Jul 18, 2025

Rep Bryan Steil joins us to discuss the highly successful 'Crypto Week' in Washington DC. The House has passed The CLARITY Act, The GENIUS Act, & the Anti-CBDC Act. The GENIUS Act is on it's way to President Trump's desk to be signed into law on Friday. Bryan gives us the inside scoop on getting these bills passed, and why these bills are so important for the crypto industry

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0:00 - Welcome Rep. Bryan Steil To Crypto In America!

0:40 - Historic Legislative Wins For Crypto!

01:31 - Transformative Impact of New Legislation

04:54 - Behind-the-Scenes Insight Into The Regulatory Challenges

09:22 - Achieving Bipartisan Support

12:43 - Future Legislation

19:42 - The Importance of Regulatory Clarity

28:37 - Broader Implications for Innovation in America

32:50 - What Does Crypto In America Mean To Bryan?

35:00 - Thanks Rep. Bryan Stein For Joining The Show! Like & Subscribe

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Inside The Crypto Regulatory Battle w/ Jesse Walden & Jake Chervinsky of Variant Jul 16, 2025

In this episode, we're joined by Jesse Walden & Jake Chervinsky. Jesse is the Founder and Managing Ppartner at Variant and Jake is the firm's Chief Legal Officer. Variant is best known for its early stage investments across the crypto space. Since 2020, Varient has invested in major projects like Uniswap, Phantom, World, Blackbird, and more. Jesse & Jake discuss the evolution of crypto regulations over the past few years and the potential opportunities under a more crypto-friendly regulatory environment.

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TIMESTAMPS:

0:00 - Welcome Jesse Walden & Jake Chervinsky To Crypto In America!

0:50 - What Does Crypto In America Mean To Jesse & Jake?

02:55 - Pro-Crypto Regulatory Climate

05:53 - Tokens vs Equity

11:20 - Decentralization and Token Holder Rights

18:39 - Future of ICOs and Regulatory Safe Harbors

27:51 - On-Chain Securities and Market Evolution

34:14 - Decentralized Governance and Safe Harbor Regulation

41:29 - Top Policy Priorities for US Crypto Leadership

42:30 - Protections for Non-Custodial Software Developers

45:29 - Challenges and Legislation for DeFi

50:06 - Prediction Markets

55:41 - Crypto Exposure in Public Markets

1:04:45 - Future Outlook In Crypto

1:07:00 - Thanks Jesse & Jake For Joining Us! Like & Subscribe

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'It's Incredibly Corrupt' - Caitlin Long On Custodia's Battle With The Federal Reserve Jul 09, 2025

In this episode, we're joined by Caitlin Long, Founder & CEO of Custodia Bank. We discuss the hurdles her bank faces in obtaining a Federal Reserve Master Account, her views on the changing regulatory landscape, the role of stablecoins, corruption at the Fed, and her ongoing legal battles while building a Bitcoin & crypto friendly bank.

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TIMESTAMPS:

0:00 - Welcome Caitlin Long To Crypto In America!

0:59 - Why Caitlin Left Wall Street For Crypto

01:54 - Why Create A Bitcoin Bank In Wyoming?

02:48 - Fed Master Account Controversy

04:26 - Understanding Narrow Banking and Stablecoins

08:51 - Custodia Bank Explained

15:28 - Impact of Stablecoins on Traditional Banking

19:26 - The Future of Banking and Crypto Regulations

30:22 - Economic Pressure on Jerome Powell

36:20 - Fed Master Account License Hypocrisy

47:25 - State-Issued Stablecoins

50:25 - Custodia's Legal Battle and Future Prospects

54:57 - Why Caitlin Thinks The System Is Corrupt

57:00 - Thanks Caitlin For Joining The Show! Like & Subscribe

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EXCLUSIVE: Roman Storm Breaks Silence on Tornado Cash & DOJ Court Case Jul 02, 2025

In this exclusive interview, we speak with Roman Storm, Co-founder of Tornado Cash. Roman discusses his upcoming federal trial where he faces charges of conspiracy to launder money, evading sanctions, and operating an unlicensed money transmitting business. These crimes could lead to over 40 years in prison. We get all the details on Tornado Cash, events that led up to his arrest, legal and financial challenges, and his message to President Trump.

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0:00 - Welcome Roman Storm To Crypto In America

01:33 - Roman's Background and Journey to the US

08:10 - Creating Tornado Cash

16:27 - Understanding Tornado Cash's Decentralization

25:43 - Government Allegations and Roman's Defense

33:47 - Privacy vs. Anonymity in Crypto

35:45 - Legal Challenges and Status Of Co-Founders

38:08 - First Amendment and Code as Free Speech

45:49 - Roman's Arrest and Current House Arrest Experience

55:08 - Roman's Fundraising and Legal Battle

57:15 - What's The Future of Open Source Development

01:02:57 - Roman Gives His Final Thoughts

1:05:00 - Thanks Roman For Joining The Show! Like & Subscribe

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Crypto Policy OG Rebecca Rettig on Navigating DC, Regulators, & Thriving as a Trusted Legal Advisor Jun 25, 2025

Rebecca Rettig is the Chief Legal Officer at Jito Labs with over a decade of experience in both crypto and traditional law. In this episode, Rebecca discusses her journey into the crypto space, the concept of decentralization, and the current legislative environment, including key developments like the GENIUS Act. She also touches upon the potential of stablecoins, the role of the SEC and CFTC, and the burgeoning field of DeFi derivatives.

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TIMESTAMPS:

0:00 - Welcome Rebecca Rettig To Crypto in America!

0:30 - What Does Crypto In America Mean To Rebecca?

02:01- Rebecca's Journey into Crypto Law

07:51 - Defining Decentralization

12:02 - Current Legislation and Market Structure

21:38 - Disintermediation and Legal Challenges

32:51 - Crypto's Influence in DC

41:36 - SEC Guidance on Staking

44:31 - Future of Layer One Blockchains

50:08 - Stablecoins and Tokenized Deposits

54:17 - DeFi Derivatives and Future Regulations

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How Anchorage Is Securing Crypto For BlackRock & Cantor Fitzgerald | Nathan McCauley Jun 18, 2025

For this week’s Crypto in America episode, our hosts interviewed Nathan McCauley, the co-founder and CEO of Anchorage Digital.

Anchorage became the first crypto company to receive a national bank charter from the U.S. Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) in January 2021, and is now a partner for institutional clients such as BlackRock and Cantor Fitzgerald, offering services like custody, staking, settlement, and governance for digital assets.

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TIMESTAMPS:

00:00 - Welcome Nathan McCauley To Crypto In America!

00:23 - What Does Crypto In America Mean To Nathan?

02:18 - Nathan's Small Town Roots

04:30 - OCC Regulation

07:01 - Understanding Custodial Regulations

16:49 - Securing Keys

19:30 - Avalanche - Thanks For Sponsoring The Show!

21:00 - Custody Of Less Liquid Assets

21:15 - Token Generation In The U.S.

26:15 - Gemini - Thanks For Sponsoring The Show!

26:41 - Navigating the New Regulatory Environment

31:58 - Ending Operation Chokepoint and Removing Banking Hurdles

35:02 - Why All Banks Need A Digital Asset Strategy

39:11- Stablecoins in Traditional Finance

42:51 - State License vs. Federal Regulation in Crypto

46:00 - Next Regulatory Steps For Anchorage?

50:19 - The Role of Custodians in Preventing Collapses Like FTX

53:42 - Government Adoption of Crypto Assets

55:00 - Thanks Nathan For Joining Us! Like & Subscribe

#crypto #bitcoin #blockchain #investing #technology #america

Paul Grewal | We're In An Unprecedented Moment Of Opportunity in Crypto Jun 17, 2025

We’re live at the Coinbase State of Crypto Summit in New York City with Coinbase's Chief Legal Officer, Paul Grewal! In this episode, we discuss the current state and future of crypto regulation in the US. Paul reflects on the past challenges with the SEC, the importance of trust and regulatory clarity, and the significance of legislation for the long-term stability of the crypto industry.

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TIMESTAMPS:

0:00 - Live from Coinbase State of Crypto Summit w/ Paul Grewal!

0:12 - Crypto in America: Freedom and Opportunity

0:48 - Navigating Regulatory Challenges and Opportunities

2:53 - Coinbase's Legal Battles

7:24 - The Future of Crypto Legislation and Regulation

14:49 - Stablecoins: The Next Big Thing in Crypto

16:32 - Looking Ahead: Legislative Hopes and Challenges

18:51 - Thanks Paul Grewal For Joining Us!

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Yat Siu | How The US Can Catch Up To Asia On Crypto Jun 11, 2025

In this episode, we're joined by Yat Siu, the Co-Founder and Executive Chairman of Animoca Brands.

Animoca operates across a number of pillars from operating web3 businesses to advising regulated stablecoin projects to having an investment portfolio of over 570 companies – one of the largest in the crypto space.

While Yat isn’t solely American focused, he has a strong understanding of the US markets, founders operating in the space and a vision into it all. We discuss the policy differences across the global crypto market and evolving investment strategy for gaming, stablecoins and more. We also dive into USDT vs USDC, adoption of stablecoins and what will open the floodgates for the industry.

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TIMESTAMPS:

00:00 - Welcome Yat Siu To Crypto In America

00:52 - What Crypto in America Means To Yat

04:23 - The State of Web3 Innovation in the US

09:25 - Corporate Strategy and Investment in Web3

27:36 - The Role of Network Effects and Tokenization

34:53 - Gaming's Impact on Crypto - Future Of Tokenization

37:04 - Macro Sentiment and Gaming Tokens

40:18 - Stablecoins: Tether vs. USDC

44:29 - Global Stablecoin Regulations

50:02 - Crypto Regulation in Different Regions

59:34 - Consumer Protection in Crypto

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Anthony Scaramucci | Bitcoin, Trump, Politics, His Biggest Mistakes & Crypto's Future Jun 04, 2025

In this week’s Crypto in America episode, our hosts interviewed Anthony Scaramucci, founder and managing partner of SkyBridge and founder and chairman of SALT.

We discuss the Trump administration’s approach toward crypto, Anthony’s lessons learned from his time in TradFi and crypto, as well as how he got into bitcoin and the timeline for adoption.

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00:00 - Welcome Anthony Scaramucci To Crypto In America!

00:30 C- What Does Crypto In America Mean To Anthony?

03:05 - Political Landscape and Crypto Regulation

05:02 - Anthony's Journey into Crypto

08:33 - SkyBridge and Bitcoin Investments

19:55 - Navigating Failures and Successes

23:37 - Political Involvement and Fundraising

27:29 - The Costly Mistake and Media Fallout

28:00 - Trump's Twitter Feud and Loyalty

29:19 - Anthony Doesn't Like Meme Coins

32:55 - Blockchain's Potential and Financial Evolution

34:51 - Trump's Impact on Crypto

38:11 - Presidential Pardons and FTX Scandal

51:06 - Decentralization and Financial Stability

54:10 - Legislation and Future of Crypto

55:14 - Final Thoughts and DC Watch

56:00 - Thanks Anthony For Joining! Like & Subscribe!

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Emin Gün Sirer on Ava Labs Adoption, Regulation, Institutional Adoption & Blockchain Competition May 28, 2025

For this week’s Crypto in America episode, our hosts interviewed Emin Gün Sirer, founder and CEO of Ava Labs live onstage at the Avalanche Summit – in London.

We discuss the evolution of blockchain technology, the state of the crypto industry in America, and the challenges companies face in a shifting regulatory landscape. Emin reflects on his journey from academia to founding Ava Labs, the importance of creating digital financial rails, and dealing with regulatory challenges. He also shares insights into how Ava Labs is bringing real-world assets on-chain, the role of institutional adoption, and the competitive landscape with other blockchain platforms.

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00:00 - Welcome Emin Gün Sire To Crypto In America

00:24 - What Crypto in America Means To Emin

01:22 - Challenges and Regulatory Hurdles

02:44 - Personal Experiences with Banking Issues

05:34 - The Evolution of Blockchain Technology

07:41 - Building in the American Market

10:57 - Avalanche's Recent Successes

11:44 - Interacting with Lawmakers

20:33 - Technological Innovations and Future Plans

28:48 - Global Regulatory Landscape

30:12 - Thanks Emin For Joining Us!

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#11 - Ari Redbord On Building Better Crypto Policy & Removing Bad Actors May 21, 2025

On this episode, we are live from Consensus with Ari Redbord, Global Head of Policy at TRM Labs! Ari shares insights on the state of crypto in America, the importance of regulation, compliance, and security within the crypto ecosystem. They also discuss TRM Labs' efforts to combat illicit activities, regulatory clarity, and the future of stablecoin legislation.

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00:00 - Welcome Ari Redbord to Crypto In America

00:46 - What Crypto in America Means To Ari

02:50 - Crypto's Regulatory Environment

05:22 - TRM Labs' Role in Security - Challenges in Crypto Compliance

11:30 - Regulatory Frameworks and Future Directions

21:33 - The Role of Regulators and Legislation

24:25 - Defining Bad Actors in Crypto - Laundering & Scams

28:53 - Challenges in Tracing and Recovering Funds

35:38 - Global Efforts Against Crypto Scams

38:28 - Treasury's Role in Crypto Legislation

42:05 - Future of Stablecoins and Compliance

43:30 - Happy Birthday Gerald!

43:50 - Thank's Ari For Joining The Show! Like & Subscribe

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#10 - Patrick McHenry | Former U.S. Representative on The Future Of Crypto & AI May 14, 2025

For this week’s Crypto in America episode, our hosts interviewed Patrick McHenry, Former United States Representative, Ex-Chairman of U.S. House Committee on Financial Services and now Vice Chairman of the Ondo Finance advisory board.

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TIMESTAMPS:

0:00 - Welcome Patrick McHenry To Crypto In America!

0:45 - What Crypto In America Means To Patrick

02:40 - The Potential of Crypto and Blockchain

04:26 - Regulatory Challenges and Opportunities

06:44 - Government's Role and Resistance

11:48 - The Importance of Regulatory Clarity

15:33 - Crafting Effective Crypto Policy

19:16 - The Path Forward for Crypto Legislation

26:40 - Challenges in Legislation and Market Structure

28:18 - Decentralization and Control Framework

32:12 - Bipartisan Efforts and Political Dynamics

42:08 - Tokenization and Capital Markets

47:32 - What Gary Gensler Actually Thought About Crypto

51:07 - Why AI Is The Space To Watch Right Now

53:30 - Thanks Patrick For Joining Us! Like & Subscribe

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#9 - Robinhood CEO Vlad Tenev Talks Crypto, Regulation and Transforming Finance May 07, 2025

For this week’s Crypto in America episode, our hosts interviewed Vlad Tenev, Chief Executive Officer of Robinhood.

They discuss Robinhood’s strong Q1 earnings, liquidity and markets, policy impacts, how Vlad looks at M&A, IPOs, competition and building with tokenization in mind.

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TIMESTAMPS:

0:00 - Welcome Vlad Tenev To Crypto In America!

01:00 - Robinhood's Earnings and Crypto Surge

02:30 - Navigating Regulatory Challenges

03:27 - Innovations and AI in Trading

05:54 - Global Expansion and Bitstamp Acquisition

07:32 - Robinhood's Super App Vision

11:25 - Banking and Regulatory Strategies

21:35 - Tokenization and Future of Trading

29:07 - Reflections on Crypto Regulations

32:16 - Mergers and Acquisitions in FinTech

32:42 - Robinhood's Corporate Development Strategy

33:43 - Crypto Technology and Upcoming Events

34:12 - Potential Acquisition of Circle by Ripple

36:41 - Tokenization and the Future of IPOs

38:27 - Regulatory Changes and Market Structure

41:46 - Global Impact of Stablecoins

43:50 - Tokenization's Potential for Entrepreneurs

45:54 - Advice for Crypto Companies Going Public

50:32 - Robinhood's Unique Position in Crypto and Traditional Finance

53:33 - Prediction Markets and New Ventures

56:06 - AI's Role in Financial Markets

01:00:24 - Thanks Vlad For Joining! Like & Subscribe!

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#8 -A New Era for Digital Assets: Crypto Legislation w/ Rep. French Hill Apr 30, 2025

For this week’s Crypto in America episode, our hosts interviewed Republican Congressman from Arkansas, French Hill, who’s also the Chairman of the House Financial Services Committee.

They discuss how Congressman Hill compares his time in traditional finance to DeFi, the importance of congressional action on digital assets, how the crypto industry can engage with Congress and more.

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TIMESTAMPS:

00:00 - Welcome Rep. French Hill To Crypto In America

00:34 - Crypto in America: Future of Payments and Financial Services

01:01 - Chairman Hill's Journey into Crypto

04:18 - Traditional Finance vs. Decentralized Finance

07:34 - Regulatory Clarity and Legislative Efforts

13:44 - Congressional Education and Political Engagement

24:36 - Stablecoin Legislation and Market Structure

37:03 - Market Volatility and Digital Assets

41:03 - Congressman Hill's Legacy and Conclusion

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#7 - From Policy to Practice: a16z's Miles Jennings on American Crypto Innovation Apr 23, 2025

For this week’s Crypto in America episode, our hosts interviewed Miles Jennings, Head of Policy & General Counsel for a16z crypto

They discuss the changing landscape for American founders, how his advice for a16z crypto portfolio companies has evolved, the need for safe harbors, his thoughts on former colleague Brian Quintenz joining the CFTC and more.

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TIMESTAMPS:

0:00 - Welcome Miles Jennings To Crypto In America!

00:43 - Crypto in America: Safeguarding Liberties and Promoting Entrepreneurship

01:50 - Miles Jennings' Expanded Role and Day-to-Day Responsibilities

02:59 - Regulatory Clarity and Optimism in the Crypto Space

04:35 - Challenges and Opportunities in American Crypto Innovation

06:13 - Defining Decentralization and Token Security Status

09:38 - The Role of Control in Token Regulation

17:06 - Token Classification and Taxonomy

20:31 - Safe Harbors and Regulatory Uncertainty

22:19 - Understanding Safe Harbor

23:50 - Regulatory Uncertainty and Class Action Lawsuits

24:27 - Decentralized Governance and Legal Structures

26:39 - Challenges and Solutions for American Founders

29:22 - VCs and Regulatory Climate

32:19 - Empowering Entrepreneurs in the US

33:40 - Government Interaction and Policy Goals

40:25 - CFTC's Role in Crypto Regulation

43:29 Conclusion and Future Outlook

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#6 - Sergey Nazarov | How Crypto Has Already Won Apr 16, 2025

For this week’s Crypto in America episode, our hosts interviewed Sergey Nazarov, co-founder of Chainlink.

They discuss global regulatory differences, market structure and DeFi legislation, institutional adoption and his thoughts on President Trump’s tariffs. \

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TIMESTAMPS:

00:00 - Introduction to Sergey Nazarov and Chainlink

00:27 - The Future of Crypto in America

00:59 - Evolution of the Financial System

03:47 - Blockchain's Role in Financial Transformation

04:51 - Policy Discussions and Market Structure Legislation

07:16 - Proof of Reserves and Regulatory Conversations

12:54 - Global Regulatory Landscape

28:06 - Institutional Adoption and Compliance

35:22 - Impact of Tariffs and Globalization

40:22 - Final Thoughts and Market Structure

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#5 - Tom Emmer Apr 09, 2025

For this week’s Crypto in America episode, our hosts spoke with Tom Emmer, House Majority Whip. They discuss the recent passage of the Stablecoin Act and his Anti-CBDC bill, the bipartisan push for crypto innovation, and why Emmer believes the future of digital assets must be built in the U.S.

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#4 - Dante Disparte Apr 02, 2025

For this week’s Crypto in America episode, our hosts interviewed Dante Disparte, the chief strategy officer and head of global policy at Circle.

They discuss the importance of stablecoin legislation and The Genius Act, policy developments in the US and globally, building an “America-first” framework and more.

Note: This episode was recorded prior to Circle's IPO filing on April 1.

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#3 - Kyle Samani Mar 26, 2025

This week‘s guest is Kyle Samani, managing partner at Multicoin Capital.

We discuss his involvement in crypto policy, thoughts on potential legislation, how he’s advising US founders and portfolio companies, future regulatory hurdles and more.

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#2 - Bo Hines Mar 21, 2025

This week we have a special bonus episode featuring Bo Hines, the Executive Director of the Presidential Working Group on Digital Assets filmed during Blockworks Digital Asset Summit in New York City.

Hosts Eleanor and Jacquelyn discuss with Hines the Trump Administration’s plans to make America the crypto capital of the world, including details about the strategic Bitcoin reserve, passing comprehensive digital asset legislation and creating a stockpile of digital assets besides Bitcoin. We also discussed Hines’ journey from Congressional candidate to his current role leading crypto policy initiatives in the White House. Special thanks to Sei for making this podcast possible. Learn more about the most performant EVM L1 at sei.io.

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#1 - Hester Peirce Mar 19, 2025

For this week’s Crypto in America episode, our hosts interviewed Hester Peirce, Commissioner at the US Securities and Exchange Commission and Head of the agency’s Crypto Task Force.

They discuss the Crypto Task Force, the White House Crypto Summit, the SEC’s stance on memecoins, her take on staking, past enforcements and future outlooks.

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