The Decrypting Crypto Podcast

Latest Episodes:

The Future of Restaking with Mike Silagadze from EtherFi Feb 07, 2024

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We do a deep dive into the latest major theme in the crypto space: Restaking.

We bring in Mike Silagadze, CEO of EtherFi to break down what restaking is and why it's such an important innovation for the Ethereum ecosystem and beyond. We talk about the more than $700m of TVL that EtherFi has gained in the past few weeks and what's next.

Off Chain 1/18/24: The Bitcoin ETF So Far Jan 18, 2024

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In this week's episode, we dig into the data behind the capital flows of four days of trading the Bitcoin ETFs. Lots to unpack and we discuss why the BTC price has been down-only, and why you should still be bullish in the short to medium term.

Off Chain 21/21/23: Airdrop Season is Here (Here's Our Picks) Dec 21, 2023

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In this week's episode, we explore the current airdrop season happening on and off Solana, sharing some interesting projects that could result in airdrops. Enjoy!

Our 2024 Market Predictions Dec 07, 2023

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In this episode, Matt and Austin share their predictions on where BTC and ETH price will top, whether the Fed will reduce rates (and if so, when), plus they share three big predictions for major events in 2024.

Off Chain 11/16/23: What the BTC & ETH Spot ETFs Actually Mean Nov 16, 2023

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In this episode, we unpack the current situation with the Bitcoin and Ether spot ETFs, breaking down why this is bullish and what it means from a practical standpoint. We also dig into the recent surge in price action across the crypto space, including MOON's 600% gain.

Off Chain 11/9/23: Signs of Life Spotted in the NFT Space Nov 09, 2023

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In this week's episode, we discuss the surge in activity in the NFT space, with daily trading volumes hitting 3-month highs, plus we dig into the NFT marketplace wars and make some predictions on how the space will shake out. All that, plus we discuss the SBF guilty verdict and what's next in the FTX saga.

Off Chain 10/19/23: What Role is Crypto Really Playing in Terror Funding? Oct 19, 2023

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In this week's episode, we discuss the u-tun made by Reddit on their blockchain-based community points system, plus we discuss the recent headlines surrounding crypto's role in the Isreal-Hamas conflict, and where they're being overstated.

Off Chain 9/28/23: The web3 Brand Finally Reaching the Mainstream Sep 28, 2023

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In this week's episode, we discuss how Pudgy Penguins have been leveraging their IP to truly build a brand that reaches a mainstream (non-crypto) audience. Also, we take a look at the latest setback for UK crypto holders.

Off Chain 9/21/23: Persian Rugs Sep 21, 2023

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In this week's episode of Off Chain, we discuss the absolute insanity of what SBF's parents were handed out directly from FTX and Alameda during it's time operating. Everything from Persian rugs and expensive vases through to $1m+ salaries and multi-million $ properties!
Plus, we look at some of the recent questions from the SEC into Binance US's operations.

Off Chain 9/14/23: the SEC is Coming After NFT Projects, Plus the Upcoming FTX Selloff Sep 14, 2023

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In this week's episode, we cover the following stories:

The Mila Kunis-led “Stoner Cats” cartoon series has been charged by the SEC for an unregistered offering of NFTs.
FTX Gets Court Approval to Sell Billions in Bitcoin, Ethereum and Solana
Judge Dismisses Sam Bankman-Fried's Pretrial Jail Release Request
The Lazarus Group have stolen over $270 million dollars worth of crypto in the last 102 days