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Send us Fan Mail The smartest money in crypto is accumulating right now — are you paying attention? This week's The Block newsletter breaks it all down 👇  ✅ Whale accumulation signal  ✅ SOL up 17%  ✅ Robinhood's new blockchain  ✅ Where we are in the cycle Subscribe free — link in bio 🔗  👉 https://api.leadconnectorhq.com/widget/form/PikXq7c0lOfU1aKYog2c 🌐 www.orangebrickroad.com.a...

Send us Fan Mail  Stop Guessing Crypto: A Clear Plan for Australians  New video now live Learn how Orange Brick Road helps Australians navigate crypto with more confidence — from Bitcoin basics and market cycles to tokenisation, tax awareness, and practical portfolio strategy. If you want clearer guidance in a fast-moving market, this is for you. Listen now and take the next step: Visit orangebric...

Send us Fan Mail Real World Tokenisation is no longer theoretical — it’s happening right now, and Australia is part of the story. I’m joined by an incredible panel of industry leaders to unpack how tokenised real estate and on-chain finance are being built, adopted, and scaled in the real world. Hosted by Brandon Bartlett https://www.orangebrickroad.com.au Featuring:Julia Buchholz – CMO, Blocksqua...

Send us Fan Mail Bank vs. Bitcoin. The illusion of central bank independence has shattered. With Australian inflation surging and the U.S. Fed Chair openly admitting that political pressure is compromising their neutrality, the fragility of the fiat system has never been more apparent. We are watching a structural shift. While traditional institutions struggle with unsustainable debt and political...

Send us Fan Mail What looked like a problem in one part of the stack quickly turned into a much bigger risk across DeFi. That’s the reality of bridges, collateral, liquid staking and composable protocols: when one layer fails, the ripple effects can be huge. In my latest article, I break down: What happened in the Aave exploit Why DeFi protocols keep getting exposed Real examples of how these fail...

Send us Fan Mail The SEC and CFTC have just flipped the script on crypto regulation in 2026. For the first time, sixteen major cryptocurrencies – including Bitcoin, Ethereum, Solana and XRP – are officially treated as digital commodities, not securities. That means clearer rules, less “are my coins in trouble?” noise, and a stronger case for crypto in portfolios, SMSFs and institutional money. It...

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Send us Fan Mail This week, the New York Times has a new angle: maybe Bitcoin’s creator is Adam Back, the cypherpunk behind Hashcash and CEO of Blockstream. It’s a great headline. But just like every Satoshi story before it, there’s still no cryptographic proof . No signed message, no coins moved from Satoshi‑era wallets. In my latest article, I break down why Adam Back is in the frame, run throug...

Send us Fan Mail 60 second crypto news bought to you by www.orangebrickroad.com.au Crypto markets are lining up at some key levels right now. In my latest breakdown, I cover: Bitcoin back above its moving averages but still stuck in a range Ethereum grinding higher into resistance as we head into its next big upgrade cycle Majors like BNB, XRP, SOL, DOGE and ADA coiling between clear support and r...

Send us Fan Mail Ethereum’s Glamsterdam Upgrade: The 2026 Scalability Shock Investors Aren’t Pricing In Read Full article Bog, https://orangebrickroad.com.au/ethereums-glamsterdam-upgrade-can-junes-next-eth-rally/ LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/ethereums-glamsterdam-upgrade-could-june-throughput-shock-bartlett-sp3sc Ethereum’s biggest upgrade since The Merge is getting closer – and almos...

Send us Fan Mail Bitcoin has just posted one of its weakest first quarters in years, and a lot of investors are asking the same question: is this the start of another crypto winter, or are we actually closer to a bottom than it feels? In my latest Orange Brick Road content, I break down what’s really driving this drawdown, where the most interesting growth is actually happening — in stablecoins, t...

Send us Fan Mail Crypto isn’t just about charts this week – it’s about war, regulation, and where the big money is actually moving. In my latest breakdown, I cover: How the Iran conflict and elevated oil prices are pushing markets into risk‑off mode and putting pressure on Bitcoin Why new US bills like the Digital Asset PARITY Act, UK sanctions, and Canada’s proposed ban on crypto political donati...

Send us Fan Mail In 2026 they’re quietly rotating into a tight set of “infrastructure” plays – Ethereum, Solana, XRP, Chainlink and Hyperliquid – using ETFs, tokenised Treasuries and even on‑chain perps instead of chasing memes. I’ve just published a deep dive on what institutional altcoin investing in 2026 really looks like: Why ETH still anchors DeFi and RWAs How SOL is becoming the high‑speed e...

Send us Fan Mail On this week’s Crypto Hour of Power Radio Show, I spoke with Michael Simon from Trustyfy – the guy helping Aussies escape frozen bank accounts, high‑fee exchanges, and KYC nightmares. We break down how Trustyfy bridges traditional banking and crypto, with a simple, bankless system where you can move money on‑chain in under three minutes… no seed phrase, no middleman, and no permis...

Send us Fan Mail On this week’s Crypto Hour of Power Radio Show, I sat down with Michael Simon from Trustyfy to break down everything crypto—including how the Trustyfy platform is changing the game for bankless crypto banking and self‑custody freedom. 🎙️🔥 👉 Watch the full interview on YouTube and hear how Trustyfy is bridging crypto and real‑world spending with cards, accounts, and Web3‑powered...

Send us Fan Mail Crypto Hour of Power with Duncan, Head of Sales at Coinstash Crypto Exchange I sat down with Duncan, Head of Sales at Coinstash, to talk markets, Bitcoin’s next moves, altcoins, and what everyday Aussies should know before jumping in. From regulation and security to long‑term HODLing, we covered a ton in one power‑packed chat. Hit play, then check the full episode link in the desc...

Send us Fan Mail Wall Street’s favourite index just took a big step into crypto. The S&P 500 is now available as the first officially licensed on‑chain perpetual contract on Hyperliquid, giving eligible non‑US investors 24/7, leveraged exposure to one of the world’s most important benchmarks directly from a crypto venue. In my latest breakdown, I explain in plain English what this new S&P...

Send us Fan Mail We’re talking about real things – property, bonds, invoices, commodities – being brought on‑chain as tokens that work like modern digital deeds. You still have the legal asset in the traditional system, but the ownership, revenue share and yield can now move 24/7 on blockchain rails. In my latest article, I break down: What Real World Assets (RWAs) actually are Why they’re growing...

Send us Fan Mail Australia’s New Digital Assets Framework: Canberra’s Crypto Crackdown Explained Canberra just flipped the switch from talking about crypto regulation to actually enforcing it in Australia. This post breaks down what the new Digital Assets Framework means for Aussie investors, exchanges and educators – from licences and AUSTRAC registration to tougher AML rules, fewer “wild west” p...

Send us Fan Mail New Article: Security in Real-World Assets and Trust in Tokenised Real Estate I’ve just published a new article on one of the most important topics in the RWA space right now: how trust and security are built in tokenised real estate. It is based on a live X Spaces discussion and covers the key issues shaping this sector, including legal frameworks, clean data, compliance, investo...

Send us Fan Mail Crypto Scams Are Evolving Fast – Here’s How to Stay Safe Crypto scams are getting more aggressive, more sophisticated, and they’re targeting everyday investors on WhatsApp, email, and social media. If you’re in crypto, you’re in the firing line. From impersonation on messaging apps to fake “wallet upgrade” emails and high-yield platforms that suddenly block withdrawals, the patter...

Send us Fan Mail Crypto Wallet Guide by orangebrickroad.com.au Most people think a “crypto wallet” is just an app on their phone. In reality, it’s the difference between really owning your Bitcoin and altcoins… or trusting an exchange not to blow up. In my latest guide, I break down what a crypto wallet actually is, the difference between custodial vs non‑custodial and hot vs cold wallets, and whi...

Send us Fan Mail Bitcoin Inheritance: The Hidden Risk Most Aussie Investors Are Ignoring Most people worry about hackers taking their Bitcoin. Far fewer think about what happens if they’re no longer around – and in 2026, that blind spot could quietly wipe out a lot of family wealth. I’ve just published a new LinkedIn newsletter and full blog that break down Bitcoin inheritance in plain English: wh...

Send us Fan Mail The March 17–18 Fed meeting and a packed US policy calendar could decide where liquidity flows next – deeper into Bitcoin, into quality majors like XRP and Solana, or back to the sidelines. With the DC Blockchain Summit bringing regulators and industry leaders together in Washington at the same time, the conversation around regulation, ETFs and market structure is front and centre...

Send us Fan Mail Crypto Tax Basics for Aussie Investors Crypto tax in Australia isn’t just about the ATO “cracking down” – it’s about whether you can clearly show what happened with your coins, and when. In my latest breakdown, I explain how crypto is taxed in Australia, what actually triggers capital gains, how staking and DeFi are treated, why record‑keeping matters so much, and when it’s time t...