Crypto Today

Welcome to Crypto Today with Connor Sephton — your easy-to-understand look at the top stories. In today's episode: smaller cryptocurrencies plunge by more than 20% as Donald Trump imposes tariffs on America's three closest trading partners. That includes Ether, which has suffered its biggest single-day drop in four years. Plus — as crypto kidnappings rise, security expert Kate Bright rev...

In today's episode: Sam Bankman-Fried's parents want their son to receive a presidential pardon. The Czech National Bank is rowing back on plans to build a Bitcoin reserve. A prominent hedge fund warns that the White House is inflating a crypto bubble that's fit to burst. A man who falsely claimed he was a "Bitcoin billionaire" is facing 140 years in prison. And pump.fun i...

Welcome to Crypto Today with Connor Sephton — your easy-to-understand look at the top stories. In today's episode: Bitcoin rises as Jerome Powell softens his tone towards digital assets. Why one analyst thinks crypto's four-year cycle may be over. Mark Zuckerberg says 2025 will be a big year for the metaverse. And the Winklevoss twins are accused of being petty as they launch their lates...

Welcome to Crypto Today with Connor Sephton — your easy-to-understand look at the top stories. In today's episode: the head of the Czech National Bank has revealed that he wants to invest up to 5% of the country's reserves — about $7 billion — into Bitcoin. Ripple's accused of sabotaging America's plans for a strategic Bitcoin reserve. The UK government comes under growing pres...

Welcome to Crypto Today with Connor Sephton — your easy-to-understand look at the top stories. In today's episode: Bitcoin recovers despite a bloodbath on Wall Street. Ripple calls for Donald Trump to include other cryptocurrencies in his strategic reserve. And Roger Veer — the man known as "Bitcoin Jesus" — asks the president for a pardon. Give our show a follow wherever you get yo...

Welcome to Crypto Today with Connor Sephton — your easy-to-understand look at the top stories. In today's episode: we've got the latest as Bitcoin plunges below $100,000. Analysts say February could be a bullish month — but it might be a challenging year for altcoins. Elon Musk considers using blockchain to track U.S. government spending. And why MicroStrategy could be about to face a hu...

Welcome to Crypto Today with Connor Sephton — your easy-to-understand look at the top stories. In today's episode: why Bitcoiners are disappointed by Trump's executive order.  Markets rally as a key rule stopping banks from taking custody of crypto is lifted. Ross Ulbricht breaks his silence after being pardoned by the president. And the dramatic story of a crypto executive who was kidna...

Welcome to Crypto Today with Connor Sephton — your easy-to-understand look at the top stories. In today's episode: an analyst warns we could see painful sell-offs if Trump doesn't unveil pro-crypto policies soon. But BlackRock CEO Larry Fink believes Bitcoin could hit $700,000 if more asset managers start gaining exposure. Plus — the latest fallout from the Trump token, as donations pour...

Welcome to Crypto Today with Connor Sephton — your easy-to-understand look at the top stories. In today's episode: top executives say they're confident Bitcoin's still a priority for the president — as a new crypto taskforce is unveiled by the SEC. The Trump token crashes by 15% as he admits to not knowing much about it. And Silk Road founder Ross Ulbricht walks free from prison aft...

Welcome to Crypto Today with Connor Sephton — your easy-to-understand look at the top stories. In today's episode: disappointment as Donald Trump fails to sign any executive orders related to Bitcoin on day one in office — but industry watchers urge investors to be patient. Questions are asked about why Silk Road founder Ross Ulbricht is yet to be pardoned. Plus: Bitcoin falls away from all-t...

Welcome to Crypto Today with Connor Sephton — your easy-to-understand look at the top stories. In today's episode: Donald and Melania Trump have launched their own official tokens — we'll bring you the latest. Speculation grows on whether the new president will prioritise pro-crypto policies once he's sworn in. And Coinbase urges countries around the world to invest in Bitcoin — as...

Welcome to Crypto Today with Connor Sephton — your easy-to-understand look at the top stories. In today's episode: why Joe Biden could disrupt Donald Trump's plans for a strategic Bitcoin reserve. Industry heavyweights prepare for a glitzy Crypto Ball to mark the inauguration. XRP surges by 40% in a week as its impressive rally continues. And Coinbase unveils plans to offer Bitcoin-backe...

Welcome to Crypto Today with Connor Sephton — your easy-to-understand look at the top stories. In today's episode: why Bitcoin might be on the verge of a breakout. Altcoins surge 20% as the crypto markets recover — with XRP at a seven-year high. And plans are unveiled for a brand-new Crypto Tower in Dubai. Give our show a follow wherever you get your podcasts and follow us on X: @ConnorSephto...

Welcome to Crypto Today with Connor Sephton — your easy-to-understand look at the top stories. In today's episode: expectation builds as Donald Trump's inauguration looms. Michael Saylor reveals what he thinks Bitcoin is really worth. And why there's light at the end of the tunnel for FTX victims. Give our show a follow wherever you get your podcasts and follow us on X: @ConnorSepht...

Welcome to Crypto Today with Connor Sephton — your easy-to-understand look at the top stories. In today's episode: Bitcoin at risk of falling below $90,000 as turmoil hits global markets. Crypto investors rally to support those affected by California's wildfires — as it emerges one person lost their savings in the blaze. Polymarket comes under scrutiny for letting users bet on how the na...

Welcome to Crypto Today with Connor Sephton — your easy-to-understand look at the top stories. In today's episode: a man who accidentally threw away a hard drive holding $700 million worth of Bitcoin loses his legal battle. BTC starts to recover after almost falling below $91,000 on Thursday. Reports suggest pro-Bitcoin politician Cynthia Lummis could lead a new Senate subcommittee on crypto....

Welcome to Crypto Today with Connor Sephton — your easy-to-understand look at the top stories. In today's episode: Bitcoin outflows from exchange-traded funds near record levels — as economic jitters grow. Gary Gensler attacks altcoins in his final interview before he steps down as SEC chair. Why Do Kwon's fraud trial is only going to take place next year. And find out which popular holi...

Welcome to Crypto Today with Connor Sephton — your easy-to-understand look at the top stories. In today's episode: the chair of the Commodity Futures Trading Commission resigns, and warns there are big gaps in crypto regulation. Bitcoin slides as BitMEX co-founder Arthur Hayes predicts the markets could top out in March. Court filings in the US estimate that Terra could have more than one mil...

It's a special edition of the Crypto Today podcast! Connor Sephton, Olivia Capozzalo and Molly Jane Zuckerman take a look back at the biggest stories of 2024. From the launch of ETFs to Bitcoin hitting record highs, there's a lot to unpack. We also talk about MicroStrategy, Microsoft, Sam Bankman-Fried and CZ. Please do leave our podcast a review — and you can follow us on X: @ConnorSeph...

Welcome to Crypto Today with Connor Sephton — your easy-to-understand look at the top stories. In today's episode: Bitcoin plunges to $93,000, with double-digit losses across altcoins. El Salvador steps up its BTC buys despite reaching a deal with the International Monetary Fund. Craig Wright is told he could go to jail if he attempts to file any Bitcoin-related lawsuits in the next two years...

Welcome to Crypto Today with Connor Sephton — your easy-to-understand look at the top stories. In today's episode: Bitcoin and the stock market falls as the Federal Reserve warns there may be fewer interest rate cuts in 2025 than first thought. Why Craig Wright, the man who falsely claimed he invented Bitcoin, could face prison time. And Cristiano Ronaldo unveils a new NFT collection that com...

Welcome to Crypto Today with Connor Sephton — your easy-to-understand look at the top stories. In today's episode: why one expert predicts Bitcoin will take a "harrowing dump" next month. Momentum grows in Donald Trump's plans to build a strategic Bitcoin reserve — but there are doubts whether the president has enough time to create it. And where is the Hawk Tuah girl? Two week...

Welcome to Crypto Today with Connor Sephton — your easy-to-understand look at the top stories. In today's episode: another day, another all-time high for Bitcoin — and experts believe the bull run's far from over. MicroStrategy's buying bonanza continues as "relentless" demand from ETFs far outstrips supply. The UK proposes a fresh clampdown on the crypto market. And the o...

Welcome to Crypto Today with Connor Sephton — your easy-to-understand look at the top stories. In today's episode: Bitcoin hits $106,000 as President-elect Donald Trump doubles down on his promise to build a strategic reserve. MicroStrategy is officially entering the Nasdaq 100, as the company's holdings increase to 2% of BTC's supply.  Plus — fresh predictions for 2025 emerge, with...

Welcome to Crypto Today with Connor Sephton — your easy-to-understand look at the top stories. In today's episode: BlackRock reveals how much Bitcoin should be in your portfolio. An early Bitcoin adopter is jailed for tax evasion. And why MicroStrategy potentially joining the Nasdaq 100 index is a big deal. Give our show a follow wherever you get your podcasts and follow us on X: @ConnorSepht...