Paying the World in Bitcoin with Jonathan Chester, CEO of BitWage

This Crypto Town Hall episode opens with reflections on September 11 and the recent violent death of a prominent figure (Charlie Kirk), leading to a discussion of violence, free speech, and the need for open debate. The conversation transitions to the state of global markets, Bitcoin, and crypto, particularly in light of macroeconomic trends, US debt, inflation, and the coming liquidity moves by governments. The panel examines the role of stablecoins and US regulatory strategy, with focus on how stablecoins and digital asset treasuries (DATs) could influence global dollar demand, Treasury markets, and institutional crypto adoption. Special guest Sue from EigenLayer/EigenCloud joins to discuss the explosive growth of ETH restaking, EigenCloud's shift into AI and cloud services, and the institutionalization of yield generation on Ethereum. Key technology developments, market outlooks, and debates on market risk are explored throughout, with an emphasis on financial sovereignty through crypto.

11 Sep 1h 2min

In this episode we’re breaking down Bitcoin’s rally on Fed rate cut expectations, a Republican senator putting the brakes on the GOP crypto bill, SEC Chairman Paul Atkins declaring that “crypto’s time has come,” Ethereum co-founder Charles Hoskinson pushing for deeper blockchain innovation, and Avalanche’s reported $1B raise for institutional crypto vehicles. Join us live as we cover how these moves could reshape Bitcoin, Ethereum, and the future of digital assets.

11 Sep 34min

In today’s livestream, we’re joined by insider and industry veteran David Namdar founder of BNB Network Company (co-founder of Galaxy Digital and SolidX) to unpack the explosive rise of crypto treasuries. We’ll also dive into BNB’s overlooked fundamentals, why institutions are circling, and what the future of corporate finance could look like as Bitcoin and crypto reshape Wall Street. Don’t miss this inside scoop from someone who’s been at the center of it all.

10 Sep 42min

In this episode we are joined by Austin Campbell where we cover how Wall Street is piling into Bitcoin and crypto as the Federal Reserve prepares rate cuts, Nasdaq’s push to the SEC to trade tokenized stocks, Google’s plan for a universal blockchain ledger, Stripe and Paradigm’s launch of the Tempo payments blockchain, South Korea’s UBIT rolling out an Ethereum Layer-2 —all while a Putin adviser claims the U.S. may secretly use crypto to reset its $37 trillion debt. Join us as we dive into how Bitcoin, crypto, and blockchain adoption are accelerating across Wall Street, tech giants, and global finance.

9 Sep 57min

The highlight of this story is the sale of a staggering 115,000 Bitcoin, valued at over $4 billion at the time of the trade.Alongside this dominant narrative, we also explore other intriguing developments in the world of cryptocurrency. From the ongoing regulatory debates to the innovative applications of blockchain technology, this video offers a comprehensive overview of the key trends and events shaping the future of digital assets. Join us as we delve deep into the activities of these influential Bitcoin whales, unpack the potential implications, and discuss the wider context of the crypto industry. This is a must-watch for anyone interested in the ever-evolving landscape of digital currencies.

9 Sep 49min

In this episode of Macro Monday we dive into, a group of Bitcoin whales has shaken the cryptocurrency world by engaging in a series of massive transactions. The highlight of this story is the sale of a staggering 115,000 Bitcoin, valued at over $4 billion at the time of the trade.Alongside this dominant narrative, we also explore other intriguing developments in the world of cryptocurrency. From the ongoing regulatory debates to the innovative applications of blockchain technology, this video offers a comprehensive overview of the key trends and events shaping the future of digital assets. Join us as we delve deep into the activities of these influential Bitcoin whales, unpack the potential implications, and discuss the wider context of the crypto industry. This is a must-watch for anyone interested in the ever-evolving landscape of digital currencies."

8 Sep 59min

In this insightful episode, we sit down with Charlie Lee, the creator of Litecoin, to explore the future of one of crypto’s most enduring blockchains. We discuss Litecoin’s identity amid giants like Bitcoin, Ethereum, and stablecoins, highlighting its status as the most transacted cryptocurrency and its impeccable network reliability over nearly 14 years. Charlie shares his views on government adoption of crypto, the evolution of the crypto community from libertarian roots to mainstream acceptance, and the importance of privacy and fungibility in Litecoin’s development. We dive into institutional involvement, treasury companies, and how Litecoin fits into the broader financial landscape. Finally, Charlie reflects on Litecoin’s legacy, its role alongside Bitcoin as “digital silver,” and why it continues to be a practical, fast, and reliable form of money. This episode offers a candid, forward-looking conversation with a true pioneer in the crypto space.

7 Sep 50min

Bitcoin surged past $113K before quickly retracing, setting the tone for today’s Crypto Town Hall. With markets focused on weak job numbers and rising unemployment, traders are asking if the Fed is behind the curve and whether September will finally bring a long-anticipated rate cut. We break down the labor data, Polymarket’s odds on cuts, and how ETF flows are shaping Bitcoin price action.

5 Sep 1h 1min