CRYPTO 101

In this episode of the Crypto 101 Podcast, Paolo Ardoino, CTO of Bitfinex, shares the incredible journey of helping build one of crypto’s oldest surviving exchanges through hacks, market crashes, and multiple Bitcoin cycles. Paolo explains why Bitfinex eliminated trading fees, how tokenized securities could unlock capital access for emerging markets, and why Bitcoin remains the ultimate hedge agai...

This episode covers Michael Sailor's recent comments on selling Bitcoin, the latest updates on the Clarity Act, and the evolving landscape of crypto regulation and institutional involvement. We analyze market reactions, strategic moves by major players like Coinbase and Circle, and the implications for the future of crypto in finance. $1 Trial Momentum Money Makers VIP https://www.thecryptomav...

In this episode of the Crypto Rundown,Bryce and Tevo introduce new team member Hunter and they breaks down why Bitcoin and Ethereum are outperforming during global conflict while Wall Street quietly ramps up crypto hiring and institutional adoption. Bryce Paul explains why the next crypto cycle may already be forming beneath the surface as major firms prepare for trillions in future inflows throug...

In this episode of the Crypto 101 Podcast, Blockchain.com co-founder Nicolas Cary shares how the company evolved from one of Bitcoin’s earliest block explorers into a global crypto infrastructure platform serving retail, institutions, and high-net-worth clients. He explains why Bitcoin continues gaining legitimacy as digital gold, how institutional adoption is accelerating quietly behind the scene...

This episode explores the recent developments in US crypto regulation, focusing on the Clarity Act and its implications for Bitcoin, Ethereum, and stablecoins. We discuss bipartisan efforts, industry reactions, and the potential for innovation in crypto products and rewards. $1 Trial Momentum Money Makers VIP https://www.thecryptomavericks.com/mm-vip-trial1763665474309?utm_content=MMTrial&utm_...

In this episode, Johan Eid, Chief Business Officer at Chainlink, discusses the vital role of oracles in blockchain, the evolution of DeFi and tokenization, security challenges, and future innovations including AI integration. Gain insights into how Chainlink bridges data and blockchain, collaborates with traditional finance, and plans to expand the ecosystem. Check out Quince: https://quince.com/C...

In this episode of the Crypto Rundown, Tevo and Brendan break down a pivotal moment in crypto markets as technicals and fundamentals begin to align. They highlight growing real-world adoption from companies like Walmart, Block, and Steak ‘n Shake while institutions like Morgan Stanley and T. Rowe Price continue expanding into crypto. Despite bullish long-term signals, the market sits at a critical...

In this episode of the Crypto Rundown, Tevo and Brian react live to the Federal Reserve’s rate decision and what could be Jerome Powell’s final press conference. They break down macro uncertainty, inflation risks, and why markets may remain choppy despite Bitcoin showing relative strength. The episode mixes real-time analysis with prediction market bets, highlighting how traders position around ma...

In this episode of the Crypto 101 Podcast, Eunice Giarta from the Monad Foundation explains how Monad is building a high-performance Layer 1 designed to solve crypto’s biggest tradeoff: speed vs decentralization. She breaks down how Monad’s parallel execution, fast finality, and scalable infrastructure enable real-world use cases like institutional finance and high-frequency trading. The conversat...

In this episode of the Crypto Rundown, Tevo and Brian break down why markets still look strong despite cautious sentiment, highlighting $300B in recent crypto market growth and continued institutional accumulation. They dive into rising activity in NFTs and meme coins, signaling a shift back toward risk-on behavior as capital begins rotating into higher-upside plays. The episode also covers macro...

In this episode of the Crypto Rundown, Tevo and Brian break down a major shift as Bitcoin begins decoupling from tech stocks while institutional demand surges through consistent ETF inflows. They highlight 13 straight days of Wall Street buying, rising odds of Bitcoin hitting $90K, and growing evidence that smart money is accumulating during uncertainty. The conversation explores bullish catalysts...

In this episode of the Crypto 101 Podcast, Tony Tuths from KPMG breaks down the rapidly evolving world of crypto taxes, accounting, and regulation as digital assets become a formal asset class. He explains the biggest challenges today—tracking transaction data, unclear tax rules, and gaps created by new regulations like the repeal of DeFi broker reporting. The conversation highlights how stablecoi...

In this episode of the Crypto Rundown, Tevo and Brendan break down a critical moment for Bitcoin as price hovers near key levels while institutional adoption accelerates across Wall Street. They highlight massive developments like Charles Schwab launching crypto trading, continued ETF inflows, and growing demand from traditional finance clients. Despite strong fundamentals, markets remain in a neu...

In this episode of the Crypto Rundown, Tevo and Brian break down a major shift in macro markets as the S&P 500 hits all-time highs while crypto lags behind—creating a potential setup for Bitcoin’s next move. They highlight rare negative funding rates as a historical bottom signal, alongside data showing whales accumulating Bitcoin at the fastest pace since 2013. The episode explores rising bul...

In this episode of the Crypto 101 Podcast, Catherine Gu from the Solana Foundation explains how Solana is building institutional-grade infrastructure to bring trillions of dollars on-chain. She breaks down the Solana Developer Platform, designed to simplify building for banks, asset managers, and payment companies by abstracting blockchain complexity. The conversation highlights why Solana stands...

In this episode, Tevo and Brendan analyze the current crypto market, technical patterns, macroeconomic factors, and recent news including ETFs, institutional buys, and regulatory developments. They provide insights into Bitcoin's technical outlook, long-term value, and upcoming catalysts. Brendan 6 Week Technical Analysis Trading Course  https://www.cryptorevolution.com/brendans-mbr-program?ut...

In this episode of the Crypto 101 Podcast, Tevo and Brian break down why Bitcoin is rising again and how institutional money is driving the current market momentum. They highlight strong ETF inflows, Morgan Stanley’s successful ETF launch, and shifting prediction markets that now favor higher Bitcoin prices. The conversation dives into altcoin opportunities, including TAO’s volatility and broader...

In this episode of the Crypto Rundown, Tevo and Brian break down why “big money” continues to flow into crypto despite macro uncertainty, war headlines, and retail fear. They highlight massive ETF inflows, Morgan Stanley launching a spot Bitcoin ETF, and data showing institutions, governments, and funds accumulating while individuals sell. The episode explores how prediction markets, stablecoins,...

In this episode of the Crypto 101 Podcast, David Duong from Coinbase explains why crypto markets are currently driven more by macro headlines than fundamentals. He highlights that institutional demand is rising rapidly, but many firms are still waiting for regulatory clarity before deploying significant capital. The conversation explores key growth areas like stablecoins, tokenization, and AI-powe...

This episode of the Crypto Rundown the team highlights growing momentum in AI-related crypto plays—especially BitTensor (TAO) and its subnet ecosystem—as one of the strongest narratives in the current cycle. Institutional adoption continues accelerating with Franklin Templeton’s crypto expansion, 401k integration discussions, and major players like Citadel and Coinbase moving deeper into the space...

This episode of the Crypto 101 Rundown breaks down a volatile macro environment where war headlines, Fed uncertainty, and market fear are driving price action across crypto and equities. Despite panic narratives like “Bitcoin is dead” and quantum threats, markets are showing resilience, with Bitcoin holding steady and reacting positively to easing geopolitical tension. The hosts explain that quant...

Brendon Sedo, an early contributor to Core, explains how Bitcoin is evolving beyond a simple store of value through new infrastructure that enables staking, yield, and DeFi functionality. Core allows Bitcoin holders to earn yield without giving up custody, while also enabling more advanced use cases like lending and borrowing through a Bitcoin-secured network. The conversation highlights a major s...

Markets are broadly selling off across crypto, equities, and commodities as macro uncertainty—war, energy prices, Fed policy, and delayed regulation—creates a “fog” driving volatility. Brendan breaks down bearish technical patterns suggesting possible downside into the $50K–$60K range, while emphasizing long-term conviction and high historical odds of recovery from drawdowns. Despite short-term fe...

Nirup Ramalingam, CEO of BridgePort, explains how crypto’s biggest hidden issue is inefficient infrastructure—specifically capital being trapped across exchanges due to pre-funding requirements. BridgePort solves this by enabling off-exchange settlement, allowing institutions to keep assets with custodians while allocating capital dynamically, improving liquidity and efficiency. He emphasizes that...

Brendan and Tevo dive into how Bitcoin is showing relative strength as gold, silver, and equities decline, signaling a potential shift in how markets are treating crypto during macro uncertainty. The episode breaks down how geopolitical tensions, Fed policy delays, and energy prices are creating broad market weakness while crypto holds up better than expected. Despite short-term volatility and pos...