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49 - Swift And Chainlink Partner For Blockchain Payments As Bitcoin ETFs Gain Institutional Traction

Swift collaborates with Chainlink on a blockchain payment solution for financial institutions, while U.S. Bitcoin Spot ETFs see a surge in institutional ownership, with asset managers now holding about 20% of these funds. This episode explores how traditional finance is increasingly embracing blockchain and cryptocurrency technologies.Sources:https://www.cointrust.com/market-news/chainlink-partners-with-swift-to-bring-blockchain-payments-to-financial-institutionshttps://www.cointrust.com/market-news/chainlink-partners-with-swift-to-bring-blockchain-payments-to-financial-institutionshttps://www.crypto-news-flash.com/institutional-investors-now-hold-20-of-bitcoin-spot-etfs/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:35) Chainlink Partners with Swift to Bring Blockchain Payments to Financial Institutions(00:03:27) Institutional Investors Now Hold 20% of Bitcoin Spot ETFs

48 - Legal And General Explores Tokenization As VanEck Enhances Solana ETN

Major UK firm Legal & General considers tokenizing its liquidity funds to boost efficiency and accessibility. Meanwhile, VanEck adds staking rewards to its Solana ETN on Euronext Amsterdam, signaling growing institutional interest in crypto-staking products. Plus, new platform ZENMEV launches, aiming to revolutionize staking with AI-optimized MEV strategies.Sources:https://www.crypto-news-flash.com/1-5-trillion-u-k-pension-fund-eyes-entry-into-crypto-tokenization/https://www.crypto-news-flash.com/1-5-trillion-u-k-pension-fund-eyes-entry-into-crypto-tokenization/https://ambcrypto.com/vaneck-addscrypto-staking-to-solana-etn-can-this-boost-investor-yields/https://www.crypto-news-flash.com/1-5-trillion-u-k-pension-fund-eyes-entry-into-crypto-tokenization/https://ambcrypto.com/vaneck-addscrypto-staking-to-solana-etn-can-this-boost-investor-yields/https://www.tradingview.com/news/reuters.com,2024-10-22:newsml_GNX4Px22G:0-zenmev-a-pioneer-in-the-new-era-of-crypto-staking-platforms-announces-its-launch/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:39) $1.5 Trillion U.K. Pension Fund Eyes Entry into Crypto Tokenization(00:03:06) VanEck Adds Crypto Staking to Solana ETN, Can This Boost Investor Yields?(00:04:22) ZENMEV, a Pioneer in the New Era of Crypto Staking Platforms, Announces Its Launch

47 - Trump's New Cryptocurrency Project, Blockchain Innovations in Supply Chain

Former President Donald Trump endorses cryptocurrency and launches World Liberty Finance project ahead of the U.S. election. Meanwhile, the Crypto Content Creator Campus in Dubai announces new sponsors, and VeChain advances sustainability efforts through blockchain innovations in carbon tracking and supply chain management.Sources:https://www.forbes.com/sites/digital-assets/2024/10/15/big-news-donald-trump-declares-crypto-is-the-future-after-blowing-up-the-bitcoin-price/https://www.manilatimes.net/2024/10/20/tmt-newswire/globenewswire/crypto-content-creator-campus-cccc-bolsters-industry-backing-with-second-wave-of-sponsors/1987846https://www.manilatimes.net/2024/10/20/tmt-newswire/globenewswire/crypto-content-creator-campus-cccc-bolsters-industry-backing-with-second-wave-of-sponsors/1987846https://www.crypto-news-flash.com/vechain-tackles-global-sustainability-with-vecarbon-and-eco-friendly-blockchain-innovations/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:33) Donald Trump Declares 'Crypto Is The Future' Amid Bitcoin Price Surge(00:03:09) Crypto Content Creator Campus Bolsters Industry Backing with Second Wave of Sponsors(00:04:31) VeChain Advances Global Sustainability with Blockchain Innovations

46 - Web3 Innovation Surges With New Fund And Sony’s Blockchain Expansion

A $20 million fund launches to boost Move-based blockchain tech, AGII develops AI-enhanced tools for decentralized environments, and Sony makes significant strides in the blockchain sector with acquisitions and new initiatives. This episode explores the latest developments driving innovation and adoption in the Web3 space.Sources:https://www.prnewswire.com/apac/news-releases/gate-ventures-movement-labs-and-boon-ventures-launch-20m-fund-to-accelerate-web3-innovation-302274526.htmlhttps://www.prnewswire.com/apac/news-releases/gate-ventures-movement-labs-and-boon-ventures-launch-20m-fund-to-accelerate-web3-innovation-302274526.htmlhttps://www.theglobeandmail.com/investing/markets/markets-news/Newsfile/29018271/web3-and-ai-platform-agii-hints-at-new-tools-focused-on-enhancing-user-experience-behind-the-scenes/https://www.prnewswire.com/apac/news-releases/gate-ventures-movement-labs-and-boon-ventures-launch-20m-fund-to-accelerate-web3-innovation-302274526.htmlhttps://www.theglobeandmail.com/investing/markets/markets-news/Newsfile/29018271/web3-and-ai-platform-agii-hints-at-new-tools-focused-on-enhancing-user-experience-behind-the-scenes/https://reports.tiger-research.com/p/asia-giant-sony-web3-engOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:34) Gate Ventures and Partners Launch $20M Fund to Accelerate Web3 Innovation(00:03:08) Web3 and AI Convergence: AGII Platform Enhances User Experience with New Tools(00:04:47) Sony Expands into Blockchain, Signaling Major Corporate Adoption

45 - Trump Declares Crypto Is The Future And Launches New Project

Former President Trump endorses cryptocurrency and launches World Liberty Finance project amid Bitcoin surge. Meanwhile, Ireland prepares urgent crypto regulations, ESMA calls for MiCA amendments, and Italy considers raising crypto capital gains tax. These developments highlight the growing intersection of politics, regulation, and digital assets.Sources:https://www.forbes.com/sites/digital-assets/2024/10/15/big-news-donald-trump-declares-crypto-is-the-future-after-blowing-up-the-bitcoin-price/https://www.thecoinrepublic.com/2024/10/17/ireland-tightens-crypto-regulations-ahead-of-eu-law-deadline/https://www.thecoinrepublic.com/2024/10/17/ireland-tightens-crypto-regulations-ahead-of-eu-law-deadline/https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/24/10/41376991/esma-pushes-for-stronger-crypto-regulations-under-mica-frameworkhttps://www.thecoinrepublic.com/2024/10/17/ireland-tightens-crypto-regulations-ahead-of-eu-law-deadline/https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/24/10/41376991/esma-pushes-for-stronger-crypto-regulations-under-mica-frameworkhttps://bitcoinist.com/crypto-tax-hike-italy-mulls-raising-capital-gains-tax-on-bitcoin-to-42/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:33) Donald Trump Declares 'Crypto Is The Future' Amid Bitcoin Price Surge(00:01:54) Ireland Tightens Crypto Regulations Ahead Of EU Law Deadline(00:04:33) ESMA Pushes For Stronger Crypto Regulations Under MiCA Framework(00:06:04) Italy Mulls Raising Capital Gains Tax On Bitcoin To 42%

44 - Digital Yuan Hits $1 Trillion As Bitcoin ETFs Surge And Grayscale Expands

China's digital yuan reaches $1 trillion in transactions with 180 million wallets opened. Bitcoin ETFs see significant inflows totaling $186.8 million, led by Fidelity. Ethena Labs allocates $46 million to tokenized real-world assets. Grayscale considers adding 35 new altcoins to its investment products, including Aptos and Dogecoin.Sources:https://cryptoslate.com/china-central-bank-reports-significant-growth-in-cbdc-adoption/https://cryptoslate.com/insights/fidelity-spearheads-186-million-surge-in-bitcoin-etf-inflows-ethereum-etfs-face-15-million-outflow/https://www.nftgators.com/ethena-reveals-winners-of-its-tokenised-rwa-reserve-fund-including-blackrocks-buidl/https://dailyhodl.com/2024/10/15/crypto-giant-grayscale-considering-adding-aptos-apt-dogecoin-doge-and-33-other-altcoins-to-product-family/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:34) People's Bank of China reports significant growth in CBDC adoption(00:02:55) Fidelity Spearheads $186 Million Surge in Bitcoin ETF Inflows(00:06:29) BlackRock's BUIDL Wins in Ethena's Tokenised RWA Reserve Fund(00:08:41) Crypto Giant Grayscale Considering Adding Aptos (APT), Dogecoin (DOGE) and 33 Other Altcoins to Product Family

43 - Venture Capital Firms Expand Web3 Investments And Launch New Fund

Singapore's Blockchain Founders Fund grows to over 150 companies, Pantera and Spartan increase AERO holdings, HashKey reports significant growth, Metaplanet boosts Bitcoin holdings, and Gate Ventures, Movement Labs, and Boon Ventures launch a $20 million Web3 innovation fund. These developments highlight the increasing institutional interest and investment in various aspects of the cryptocurrency and blockchain ecosystem.Sources:https://www.binance.com/pt/square/post/2024-10-09-blockchain-founders-fund-expands-portfolio-to-over-150-companies-14634208490170https://unchainedcrypto.com/investment-firms-pantera-capital-and-spartan-group-scoop-up-aerodromes-aero-token/https://www.chaincatcher.com/en/article/2146180https://crypto.news/bitcoin-rally-prompts-metaplanet-to-stock-up-bringing-holdings-to-56m/https://crypto.news/bitcoin-rally-prompts-metaplanet-to-stock-up-bringing-holdings-to-56m/https://www.crypto-news-flash.com/gate-ventures-movement-labs-and-boon-ventures-launch-20m-fund-to-accelerate-web3-innovation/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:36) Blockchain Founders Fund Expands Influence in Web3 with Over 150 Investments(00:02:10) Investment Firms Pantera Capital and Spartan Group Scoop Up Aerodrome’s AERO Token(00:04:48) HashKey Group Surpasses Coinbase in Global Contract Rankings(00:06:27) Metaplanet Increases Bitcoin Holdings to $56 Million Amid Market Rally(00:08:00) Gate Ventures, Movement Labs, and Boon Ventures Launch $20M Fund to Accelerate Web3 Innovation

42 - Crypto Innovation Surges With New Ventures And Blockchain Advancements

Former Circle executive launches VanEck Ventures, Williams Racing unveils fan-designed F1 wing, Uniswap introduces UniChain L2 network, FalconX returns $190M in Solana to Binance, and a new $20M Web3 fund emerges. This episode explores the latest developments in cryptocurrency, blockchain technology, and their integration into various industries.Sources:https://globalventuring.com/corporate/people/former-head-of-circle-ventures-lonergan-founds-web3-vc/https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20241011105065/en/Williams-Racing-and-Kraken-Reveal-Fan-Designed-Rear-Wing-for-Austin-Racehttps://www.nftgators.com/uniswap-labs-launches-layer-2-network-built-with-optimism-op-stack/https://www.chaincatcher.com/en/article/2146335https://www.prnewswire.co.uk/news-releases/gate-ventures-movement-labs-and-boon-ventures-launch-20m-fund-to-accelerate-web3-innovation-302274524.htmlOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:33) Former Head of Circle Ventures Founds New Web3 Venture Capital Firm(00:01:34) Williams Racing and Kraken Reveal Fan-Designed Rear Wing for Austin Race(00:04:32) Uniswap Labs Launches Layer-2 Network Built with Optimism OP Stack(00:05:55) FalconX Resolves Dispute with Binance Over 1.35 Million Solana Tokens(00:07:32) Gate Ventures, Movement Labs, and Boon Ventures Launch $20M Fund to Accelerate Web3 Innovation

41 - Web3 Innovations: Gaming Partnerships And Blockchain Expansions

This episode covers major developments in Web3, including Portal and Immutable's gaming partnership, Uniswap's new L2 network UniChain, Lamborghini's Web3 platform with Animoca Brands, and Bitget's Telegram App Centre launch. We also discuss Semantic Layer's successful funding round and Dune Analytics' collaboration with Worldcoin.Sources:https://www.chaincatcher.com/en/article/2146332https://cryptoslate.com/press-releases/portal-and-immutable-announce-partnership-to-drive-web3-gaming-distribution-and-monetization/https://www.nftgators.com/uniswap-labs-launches-layer-2-network-built-with-optimism-op-stack/https://coinmarketcap.com/community/articles/6706ff34c033ea11c1e8c677/https://www.nftgators.com/worldcoin-taps-dune-analytics-to-bring-on-chain-data-access-to-its-users/https://www.manilatimes.net/2024/10/11/tmt-newswire/pr-newswire/bitget-launches-telegram-app-centre-featuring-over-600-ton-trending-mini-apps/1983167Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:34) Figment Capital Leads $3 Million Seed Round for Semantic Layer(00:02:22) Immutable Drives Web3 Gaming Innovation with New Partnerships and Milestones(00:04:12) Uniswap Labs Launches Layer-2 Network Built with Optimism OP Stack(00:07:18) Lamborghini and Animoca Brands Launch New Web3 Platform 'Fast ForWorld'(00:08:34) Dune Analytics Expands On-Chain Data Services with New Partnerships and Enhancements(00:10:25) Innovative Web3 and Blockchain Developments Unveiled Across Various Sectors

40 - Global Regulators Tackle Crypto Challenges And Opportunities

This episode explores recent regulatory actions and developments in the cryptocurrency space worldwide. From warnings against unauthorized trading platforms in Italy to Thailand's proposed regulations for digital asset investments, we cover how different countries are approaching the integration of digital finance into their financial systems. We also discuss Taiwan's pilot program for virtual asset custody and SEC Chairman Gary Gensler's recent comments on cryptocurrency adoption.Sources:https://decripto.org/en/fake-trading-wallstreeteuro-io-ibsasset-and-aquillafx-the-latest-fraudulent-platforms-banned-by-consob/https://www.analyticsinsight.net/cryptocurrency-analytics-insight/plus-wallets-15-minute-token-listing-redefines-trading-dynamics-trump-kicks-off-crypto-project-updates-binance-web3-wallethttps://decrypt.co/285578/thai-sec-proposes-new-rules-digital-asset-investment-mutual-private-fundshttps://decrypt.co/285578/thai-sec-proposes-new-rules-digital-asset-investment-mutual-private-fundshttps://www.tronweekly.com/taiwan-fsc-to-launch-crypto-asset-custody-trial/https://decrypt.co/285578/thai-sec-proposes-new-rules-digital-asset-investment-mutual-private-fundshttps://www.tronweekly.com/taiwan-fsc-to-launch-crypto-asset-custody-trial/https://www.bitcoinsensus.com/news/gary-gensler-of-sec-on-crypto-it-must-prove-its-value/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:37) CONSOB Bans Fraudulent Trading Platforms Including Wallstreeteuro.io and AquillaFX(00:02:02) Donald Trump Initiates New Crypto Project and Updates Binance Web3 Wallet(00:04:32) Thailand SEC Proposes New Crypto Investment Rules(00:06:13) Taiwan to Launch Digital Asset Custody Pilot for Banks(00:07:39) Gary Gensler of SEC on Crypto: 'It Must Prove Its Value'