Crypto Clarified - Investing in the Truth

In this episode of Crypto Clarified, Dan Tapiero breaks down the explosive growth of the digital asset ecosystem, predicting a $50 trillion on-chain future. He discusses how crypto is maturing, the surge in institutional adoption, and why 2025 is shaping up to be the most exciting year yet. From secondaries and IPOs to stablecoins and Bitcoin miners evolving their business models, Tapiero shares i...

In this episode of Crypto Clarified, Ben and Camila dive into the transformative trends shaping the future of the crypto world. They explore the rise of AI agents in the crypto market, discussing how these automated tools are revolutionizing tasks and creating new opportunities. The conversation also touches on the phenomenon of meme coins and their role in the current crypto landscape. Additional...

In this episode of Crypto Clarified, Ben is joined by David Duong, CFA, Head of Institutional Research at Coinbase. Together they explore the key themes for 2025 in the crypto space. Learn about the macro roadmap, the disruption of blockchain technology, and the importance of user experience improvements. With a focus on stablecoins, prediction markets, and the multi-chain future, this episode pro...

In this episode of Crypto Clarified, Ben sits down with Nikhil Chandhok, a seasoned tech innovator with a rich background at Google, YouTube, and Meta, now CPO at Circle. They delve into the transformative potential of cryptocurrencies, particularly stablecoins like USDC, in revolutionizing global trade. Nikhil shares his journey from the early days of the internet to his current mission of advanc...

In this episode of Crypto Clarified, Ben hosts Morgan Krupetsky and Maredith Hannon. Together they explore the dynamic world of tokenization and digital assets. Discover the rise of tokenized real-world assets (RWAs), the impact of institutional investments, and the technological innovations driving the future of finance. Dive into the challenges of interoperability, regulatory landscapes, and the...

In this episode of Crypto Clarified, join Ben and Blake as they discuss the evolving landscape of institutional interest in cryptocurrency, highlighting the shift from initial scepticism to a focus on asset allocation and implementation. The episode explores the impact of macroeconomic factors, geopolitical events, and the role of stablecoins and tokenization in shaping the market. You can follow...

In this episode of Crypto Clarified, Ben is joined by Martin Carrica, co-founder of Mountain Protocol. Listen to their conversation to discover how stablecoins are set to revolutionize global financial transactions, providing secure and accessible alternatives to traditional banking. Martin shares his journey from Argentina to the forefront of the crypto world, highlighting the potential of stable...

In this episode of Crypto Clarified, Ben is joined by Camila Russo, Founder of The Defiant, to delve into the ongoing debate within the Ethereum community about DeFi’s role and sustainability. Vitalik Buterin, Ethereum’s founder, has voiced his support for permissionless and sustainable crypto applications, yet he overlooked many DeFi aspects. Camila defends DeFi as a crucial and valuable use case...

In this episode of Crypto Clarified, Ben is joined by Arpit Sharma, COO, PWR Labs. Arpit shares his extensive experience in blockchain and cryptocurrency, offering insights from his pivotal role at PWR. Discover the hurdles enterprises face in adopting blockchain technology and why a ground-breaking business model is the key to unlocking its full potential. Arpit also unveils the exciting future o...

Join Benjamin Dean and Meredith Hannon on this episode of Crypto Clarified as they dive into the world of tokenization! Discover how this technology has the power to transform industries by enabling real-time transactions, creating immutable records, and enhancing accessibility. From finance to supply chain and identity management, learn about the benefits, challenges, and the revolutionary potent...

In this episode of Crypto Clarified, Camila Russo and Benjamin Dean dive into the hottest crypto trends: the rise of restaking in DeFi, Solana’s growth as a top layer one blockchain, Ethereum’s layer twos, and the evolution of meme coins. Discover how points systems are incentivizing users and explore the potential of real-world assets in the crypto space. You can follow our host on Twitter at: Be...

In this episode of Crypto Clarified, Ben is joined by Miguel Morel, Founder and CEO of Arkham Intelligence. Together they discuss how Arkham bridges the gap between the pseudonymous and transparent nature of blockchains, providing users with valuable information. You can follow our host on Twitter at: Ben: https://twitter.com/benjamindean For EU Investors Only Visit our Crypto Insights Centre: htt...

In this episode of Crypto Clarified, Ben is joined by Sébastien Derivaux, ‘founding chef’ at Steakhouse Financial, to discuss the integration of real-world assets into the decentralized finance (DeFi) ecosystem. They explore the shift from the initial vision of a trustless system to the recognition that real-world assets are necessary for DeFi to have a meaningful impact. Sebastien highlights the...

In this bonus episode of Crypto Clarified, Ben is joined by Blake Heimann, Senior Associate, Quantitative Research, WisdomTree. The conversation covers the outlook for the cryptocurrency space, focusing on three main themes: increased institutional adoption, supply constraints (specifically the Bitcoin halving), and technological innovations. Listen as Ben and Blake explore the impact of regulator...

In this episode of Crypto Clarified, Ben is joined by Pierre Debru, Head of Quantitative Research and Multi Asset Solutions here at WisdomTree. Together they discuss the key insights from our white paper on the digital asset ecosystem, originally written two years ago, which explored digital assets as a new asset class and provided a framework for investment. Despite the fast-paced changes in tech...

In this episode of Crypto Clarified, Ben is joined by Manuel Beaudroit, Co-Founder and CEO of Belo. Together they discuss the obstacles faced in the regulatory environment and the importance of privacy and anonymity in the future. They also discuss the pain points in Argentina and Latin America, such as inflation, capital controls, and lack of trust in institutions. You can follow our host an gues...

Brazil has experienced a financial technology revolution in the past decade, led by the central bank's initiatives to promote competition and innovation. In this episode of Crypto Clarified, Ben is joined by Aaron Stanley to discuss the financial technology landscape in Brazil, with a focus on the PIX payment system and the Drex project. They also explores the popularity of USDT stablecoin in...

In this episode of Crypto Clarified, Ben is joined by David Duong, Head of Institutional Research, Coinbase. Together they examine the complex and fast moving crypto space so you can navigate its various opportunities and risks. The conversation covers Layer 2s and their impact on Ethereum, the potential for innovation and monetization in the gaming industry, the concept of decentralized physical...

In this episode of Crypto Clarified, Benjamin is joined by Austin Campbell to discuss stablecoins and the benefits and challenges of blockchain technology. They explore different categories of stablecoins and highlight the importance of understanding their underlying mechanisms. They also discuss the potential of UST and address the challenges and risks associated with blockchain technology. Final...

Summary In this conversation, Benjamin Dean interviews Ryan Louvar, Chief Legal Officer at WisdomTree, about the recent approval of Bitcoin ETFs in the United States. They discuss the obstacles that had to be overcome, including the need for a regulated spot Bitcoin market. They also touch on the implications of the ETF approval and the potential for broader adoption of digital assets. The convers...

In this episode, Ben is joined by Erin Friez, Co-Founder and COO, Digital Asset Research. Together they discuss the importance of good data in the crypto space and the challenges of obtaining reliable data. They touch on red flags observed with FTX and Binance and the impact of regulatory issues on market perception. Looking ahead to 2024, they highlight the regulatory landscape and the potential...

In this episode of Crypto Clarified, Ben is joined by Diogo Mónica, Co-Founder and President of Anchorage Digital. Together they discuss a lot of topics, the main focus being security, something they share a background in. You can follow our guests and panellists on Twitter at: Ben: https://twitter.com/benjamindean Diogo: https://twitter.com/diogomonica For US Persons Only: WisdomTree has launched...

In this episode, Ben is joined by Roberto Bayardo, Distinguished Software Engineer, Coinbase. Together they talk all about the scalability of Ethereum, Layer 2s and Coinbase's Base. You can follow our guests and panellists on Twitter at: Ben: https://twitter.com/benjamindean Roberto: https://twitter.com/roberto_bayardo For US Persons Only WisdomTree has launched a new digital wallet built on b...

In this episode, Ben is joined by Mirva Anttila, Director in Digital Assets Research at WisdomTree. Together they cover a lot of macro and the outlook for the next six months or so. Mirva also explains why macro matters for the Crypto Space. You can follow our guests and panellists on Twitter at: Ben: https://twitter.com/benjamindean For US Persons Only: WisdomTree has launched a new digital walle...

In this episode, Ben is joined by Alex Leishman, who's the CEO, CTO and co-founder of River Financial. Together they have a great, Bitcoin-centric, discussion. You can follow our guests and panellists on Twitter at: Ben: https://twitter.com/benjamindean Alex: https://twitter.com/Leishman For US Persons Only WisdomTree has launched a new digital wallet built on blockchain that lets users spend,...