Byte-Sized Insight by Cointelegraph

This week on Decentralize with Cointelegraph, we’re diving into the often-overlooked engine behind crypto’s public perception: opinion pieces. Joining us are Cath Jenkin, Cointelegraph’s opinion editor; Nikki Brown, chief strategy officer of Melrose PR; and Amal Ibraymi, legal counsel at Aztec Network. Together, we unpack the true power of op-eds in shaping discourse, influencing policy and guidin...

This week on Byte-Sized Insight, we’re heading to Capitol Hill, where US lawmakers are finally making moves on crypto regulation. From the Senate advancing the GENIUS Act — a major step toward federal stablecoin rules — to the reintroduction of the Blockchain Regulatory Certainty Act, which could protect developers from outdated licensing laws, crypto is a hot topic this week in Washington. Host S...

This week on Byte-Sized Insight , we’re diving into MiCA — the EU’s landmark crypto regulation — as it enters a critical implementation phase. From stablecoin restrictions to emerging licensing hurdles, what does MiCA mean for crypto’s future in Europe? Tether has already said it won’t play ball. Meanwhile, companies like BitGo are racing to comply and regulators are navigating a fragmented landsc...

Can blockchain redefine the way student loans are financed and repaid? On the heels of Ripple’s $25 million donation to Teach for America, we connect the dots between initiatives building the infrastructure for Web3 adoption. In this episode of Byte-Sized Insight, Animoca Brands co-founder Yat Siu breaks down how Pencil Finance is using Web3 to reimagine education, from crypto-backed student loans...

In this special episode of Decentralize with Cointelegraph, Gareth Jenkinson, head of multimedia at Cointelegraph, sits down with Sandeep Nailwal, co-founder of Polygon, and Illia Polosukhin, co-founder of Near Protocol, during the Cointelegraph Longitude side event at Token2049 in Dubai. The trio delves into the intersection of AI and blockchain technology, discussing how decentralized systems ca...

In this episode of Byte-Sized Insight, we dig into the appointment of Paul Atkins as the new SEC chair and what his crypto-friendly stance could mean for digital asset regulation in the US. Atkins, a former SEC commissioner and longtime advocate for market-driven oversight, takes the helm at a pivotal moment — with over 70 crypto ETF applications awaiting review and industry players calling for cl...

What made headlines and what flew under the radar in crypto’s first quarter of 2025? Join members of the Cointelegraph editorial team as they break down the trends, turning points, and surprises that defined Q1. From memecoin mania and political power plays to regulatory shakeups and market momentum (or lack thereof), this roundtable dives into the stories behind the stories, and what they might m...

In this episode of Byte-Sized Insight, we dig into the Trump family’s entrance into Bitcoin mining in it new partnership with Hut 8 to create American Bitcoin. We’re joined by Hut 8 CEO Asher Genoot to unpack the launch of the new venture backed by Donald Trump Jr. and Eric Trump, and its ambitions to become the world’s largest Bitcoin mining company. We also explore what this move means for the f...

In this episode of Byte-Sized Insight, we break down the latest developments surrounding Telegram founder Pavel Durov’s release from France and what it means for free speech, privacy, and decentralized platforms. After being detained in August 2024, Durov was finally permitted to leave for Dubai—but his legal battle isn’t over. With governments tightening their grip on encrypted platforms, what do...

In this episode of Byte-Sized Insight , we break down the biggest takeaways from President Donald Trump’s Crypto Summit, including the groundbreaking move to establish a Strategic Bitcoin Reserve and a US Digital Asset Stockpile. What does this mean for Bitcoin’s role in global finance? How is the market reacting? And could stablecoins play a role in securing the dollar’s dominance? To make sense...

In this special episode of Decentralize with Cointelegraph , actor and comedian TJ Miller (Silicon Valley, Deadpool) sits down with Gareth Jenkinson, head of multimedia, for a candid conversation about his Bitcoin journey. After a chance encounter at a New York City coffee shop during Bitcoin Investor Week, Gareth and TJ dive into: (03:42) How TJ Miller discovered Bitcoin and why he’s a Bitcoin ad...

DAMAC, one of Dubai’s leading luxury real estate developers, is embracing blockchain to revolutionize property investment through tokenization. In this exclusive interview, Cointelegraph’s head of multimedia sits down with Amira Sajwani, managing director at DAMAC Properties, and John Patrick Mullin, CEO & co-founder of MANTRA, to discuss the $1 billion blueprint for tokenized real estate (RWA...

In this episode of Byte-Sized Insight with Cointelegraph, we dive into the controversy surrounding the LIBRA memecoin rug pull, the onchain evidence linking it to the MELANIA token and the subsequent fallout from Argentine President Javier Milei’s social media posts. Host Savannah Fortis, Cointelegraph’s head of podcasts, is joined by Bubblemaps CEO Nicholas Vaiman, María Fernanda Juppet (CEO of C...

In this special Valentine’s Day episode of Byte-Sized Insight with Cointelegraph , we explore why Bitcoin continues to inspire passion, loyalty, and even obsession among its biggest supporters. Host Savannah Fortis, Cointelegraph’s head of podcasts , is joined by Joana Cotar (German MP and Bitcoin advocate), Scott Wolfe (coordinator of the Federation of Bitcoin Circular Economies), and industry vo...

In this episode of Byte-Sized Insight with Cointelegraph , we break down the latest market-shifting developments in the crypto world, from US President Donald Trump’s new tariffs to the SEC’s regulatory shakeup and the impact of the GENIUS Stablecoin Bill. Host Savannah Fortis, Cointelegraph’s head of podcasts, is joined by Juan Leon (senior investment strategist, Bitwise), Marcel Pechman (Cointel...

In this episode of Decentralize with Cointelegraph, we dive into the whirlwind first week of Donald Trump’s presidency and its sweeping impact on the cryptocurrency industry. Host Savannah Fortis, Cointelegraph’s head of podcasts and EU reporter, is joined by US Senator Cynthia Lummis, David Kemmerer (co-founder and CEO of CoinLedger), and Mert (founder and CEO of Helius) to unpack the TRUMP memec...

In this episode of Decentralize with Cointelegraph, we explore the implications of Donald Trump’s upcoming presidency for the cryptocurrency industry as he prepares to take office as the 47th President of the United States. What could this new administration mean for crypto regulation, blockchain innovation and market growth? Host Savannah Fortis, Cointelegraph’s head of podcasts and EU reporter,...

In this episode of Decentralize with Cointelegraph, we mark the one-year anniversary of the spot Bitcoin ETF approvals from the SEC with an in-depth review of their impact and potential. Host Savannah Fortis, Cointelegraph’s EU reporter and head of podcasts, is joined by James Seyffart, ETF research analyst at Bloomberg Intelligence; Ray Salmond, Cointelegraph’s head of markets; Gareth Jenkinson,...

Ever wonder who’s on the frontlines bringing you all the news and updates from the world of crypto and Web3? Join members of the Cointelegraph editorial team in the first-ever roundtable episode to go behind the scenes in the newsroom with the ones telling the stories. The team reflects on the key moments, trends and surprises in the crypto and blockchain space during 2024, while also setting the...

Unchained director of market research Joe Burnett explains how Bitcoiners can level up their hard wallet operational security and how to take advantage of legal tax loopholes that protect portfolio gains.  This episode is brought to you by Cointelegraph and hosted by Ray Salmond, with post-production by Elena Volkova (Hatch Up). Follow Cointelegraph on X (Twitter) at @Cointelegraph, and Ray at @Ho...

In this latest episode of Decentralize, host Robert Baggs chats with Bryan Feng, Head of Crypto at Unlimit, about the game-changing innovations reshaping the financial world.  From fiat-to-crypto conversions to the rise of DeFi and the growing accessibility of NFTs, this conversation unpacks the latest trends driving the future of money. So whether you're a crypto enthusiast, a curious invest...

In this episode of Decentralize , host Ray Salmond sits down with 1971 Capital CIO Brian Russ who shares his views on the future of Bitcoin, why Ethereum is undervalued and what investors should expect from the US economy over the next four years.  You don't want to miss it!  This episode is brought to you by Cointelegraph and hosted by Ray Salmond, with post-production by Elena Volkova (Hatc...

In this episode of Decentralize , host Robert Baggs sits down with Jovi Overo, managing director of BaaS at Unlimit, to discuss the latest trends in Web3 payments. Learn about the rise of crypto cards and how they're changing the game, along with all the other challenges and opportunities in this exciting space. This episode of Decentralize is brought to you by Cointelegraph and Unlimit. It w...

Popular trader and investor Michaël van de Poppe ( @CryptoMichNL ) sits down with Decentralize host Jonathan DeYoung at DKGcon 2024 to explain his investment thesis and discuss the state of the Bitcoin bull market, whether BTC will hit $1,000,000, the impact of AI on trading and investing, and more. This episode of Decentralize is brought to you by Cointelegraph and hosted by Jonathan DeYoung, pro...

In this episode of Decentralize , host Zoltan Vardai sits down with Michael Pearl, vice president of go-to-market (GTM) at Cyvers, a leading cybersecurity firm specializing in Web3 security. Together, they delve into the escalating threat landscape of the crypto industry, discussing recent high-profile hacks and the alarming rise in cyberattacks. Pearl shares insights into Cyvers’ innovative appro...