In today's episode, we dig into the upcoming $EIGEN token launch, what we expect the value to come in at, plus some of the controversy surrounding it. Plus, we explain why. CZ's sentence confirms that we're living in a simulation.By Matthew Howells-Barby

Runes is a fungible token protocol built on Bitcoin. If you’re familiar with Ordinals, more specifically Inscriptions - they’re effectively NFTs on Bitcoin. Runes, on the other hand, are like ERC-20s (from Ethereum) on Bitcoin. In this episode, we do a deep dive into the protocol that's set to launch tomorrow on the Bitcoin halving (block 840,000).…

In this week's episode, Matt gives a full overview of the EigenLayer protocol, how restaking changes the way new projects are launching, and what this means for staking on Ethereum.By Matthew Howells-Barby

In this week's episode we do a deep dive into the DeFi innovation happening within the liquid restaking space via Pendle. Alongside this, we give a regulatory update on the SEC's fight with Coinbase, Ripple, and more.By Matthew Howells-Barby

In this week's episode of Off Chain, we discuss the following stories: The Ethereum Dencun Upgrade Microstrategy Doubles Down on Bitcoin... AGAIN WIF is set to appear on the Las Vegas SphereBy Matthew Howells-Barby

In case you didn't notice, it's airdrop season. Free money is raining down but airdrop farmers have to get smarter about how they're going to qualify for these juicy payouts. We speak with Theo and Sami, the cofounders of Noder.bot which is a node-as-a-service platform focused on setting you up with pre-mainnet nodes. You don't need any technical k…

In this week's episode of Off Chain, we cover the following stories: Sotherbys is auctioning off an Ether Rock… we must be back! Inflows to Bitcoin ETFs reach new highs, powering a BTC rally The Ethereum ETF applications are coming in thick and fast - we share an interesting trade that could really pay off in the run up to the spot ETF approval…

In this week's episode we cover: Ark 21shares amended its spot ETH ETF filing to include a cash creation/redemption process (similar to spot BTC ETFs) and some language surrounding staking. A look at the underground site where basic AI is being used to bypass KYC and AML. Ethereum's Dencun upgrade reaches the final stages of testing, going live on …

We do a deep dive into the latest major theme in the crypto space: Restaking. We bring in Mike Silagadze, CEO of EtherFi to break down what restaking is and why it's such an important innovation for the Ethereum ecosystem and beyond. We talk about the more than $700m of TVL that EtherFi has gained in the past few weeks and what's next.…

In this week's episode, we dig into the data behind the capital flows of four days of trading the Bitcoin ETFs. Lots to unpack and we discuss why the BTC price has been down-only, and why you should still be bullish in the short to medium term.By Matthew Howells-Barby

In this week's episode, we explore the current airdrop season happening on and off Solana, sharing some interesting projects that could result in airdrops. Enjoy!By Matthew Howells-Barby

In this episode, Matt and Austin share their predictions on where BTC and ETH price will top, whether the Fed will reduce rates (and if so, when), plus they share three big predictions for major events in 2024.By Matthew Howells-Barby

In this episode, we unpack the current situation with the Bitcoin and Ether spot ETFs, breaking down why this is bullish and what it means from a practical standpoint. We also dig into the recent surge in price action across the crypto space, including MOON's 600% gain.By Matthew Howells-Barby

In this week's episode, we discuss the surge in activity in the NFT space, with daily trading volumes hitting 3-month highs, plus we dig into the NFT marketplace wars and make some predictions on how the space will shake out. All that, plus we discuss the SBF guilty verdict and what's next in the FTX saga.…

In this week's episode, we discuss the u-tun made by Reddit on their blockchain-based community points system, plus we discuss the recent headlines surrounding crypto's role in the Isreal-Hamas conflict, and where they're being overstated.By Matthew Howells-Barby

In this week's episode, we discuss how Pudgy Penguins have been leveraging their IP to truly build a brand that reaches a mainstream (non-crypto) audience. Also, we take a look at the latest setback for UK crypto holders.By Matthew Howells-Barby

In this week's episode of Off Chain, we discuss the absolute insanity of what SBF's parents were handed out directly from FTX and Alameda during it's time operating. Everything from Persian rugs and expensive vases through to $1m+ salaries and multi-million $ properties! Plus, we look at some of the recent questions from the SEC into Binance US's o…

In this week's episode, we cover the following stories: The Mila Kunis-led “Stoner Cats” cartoon series has been charged by the SEC for an unregistered offering of NFTs. FTX Gets Court Approval to Sell Billions in Bitcoin, Ethereum and Solana Judge Dismisses Sam Bankman-Fried's Pretrial Jail Release Request The Lazarus Group have stolen over $270 m…

In this episode, we do a deep dive into the latest project to take crypto Twitter by storm: FriendTech.By Matthew Howells-Barby

In this week's episode we cover: + PayPal launches PYUSD stablecoin + Alchemix got back the 4,820 Alchemix ETH (alETH), worth $8.3M, from the Curve hacker + The rise of GambleFiBy Matthew Howells-Barby

In this episode, we give an update on the $70mn Curve exploit that's led to nearly 50% of Curve's TVL moving out of the protocol, as well as the huge portion of $CRV tokens at risk of liquidation from founder, Michael Egorov's, loans.By Matthew Howells-Barby

In this week's episode we dig into the highly controversial Worldcoin project, uncovering the tech, token economics and issues is raises.By Matthew Howells-Barby

In this week's episode we cover: 1. The unbelievable story of the death of Multichain Bridge 2. Judge Rules Ripple Sales of XRP Were Not Securities—Except to InstitutionsBy Matthew Howells-Barby

In this week's episode we cover the following stories: - The much anticipated Azuki “Elementals” mint went live… and holders weren’t very happy - FTX “reboot” talks have begun - Microstrategy bought a ton more Bitcoin over the past monthBy Matthew Howells-Barby

In this week's episode, we cover the following stories:. There’s been a slew of news relating to major institutions that typically operate outside of crypto, entering the space more aggressively with their own crypto products. Fed Chair Jerome:Powell: Bitcoin Has 'Staying Power' as an Asset ClassBy Matthew Howells-Barby

In this week's episode, we do a deep dive into the SEC complaints against both Coinbase and Binance to summarise all the important information.By Matthew Howells-Barby

In this week's episode of Off Chain, we cover the following stories: $587M worth of Optimism ($OP) tokens unlocked yesterday Crypto Bridging Protocol Multichain ‘Unable to Contact’ CEO Zhaojun Bitcoin was trading at ~20% discount on Binance Australia this week Binance are Reportedly Cutting 20% of its Workforce…

In this week's episode of the podcast, we cover the following stories: Bitcoin is Now the Second Most Popular Blockchain for NFTs Binance commingled customer funds and company revenue, according to a Reuters report with former insiders Gemini Says DCG Missed $630M Genesis Loan PaymentBy Matthew Howells-Barby

In this week's episode of the podcast, we cover the following stories: Tether Says It Will Buy Bitcoin for Stablecoin Reserves Has Ledger just destroyed its reputation? Axie Infinity: Origins app is launching on the App StoreBy Matthew Howells-Barby

In this week's episode of Off Chain we cover the following stories: BRC-20 tokens have been causing chaos on Bitcoin Binance temporarily paused BTC withdraws, followed by billions in BTC “outflows” Is memecoin mania over? Bittrex Files for Chapter 11 BankruptcyBy Matthew Howells-Barby

In this week's episode we cover the following stories: Coinbase’s monthly trading volume falls to a 16-month low in April 2023 Binance US Walks Away From Voyager Deal Coinbase is suing the SECBy Matthew Howells-Barby

In this week's episode of Off Chain, we cover the following stories: The Ethereum Shappella (that’s the Shanghai and Capella upgrades) went live yesterday evening Twitter to enable stock & crypto trading in partnership with eToro (kind of…) CryptoGPT raises $10mn in Series A @ a $250mn valuation Limewire is back!…

In this week's episode we discuss the following stories: Dogecoin pumps over 30% in a single day after Elon changes the Twitter logo to a Shiba Inu 3AC founders open crypto exchange after bankrupting their first effort Yuga Labs partners with Gucci to sell 3,333 Otherside-branded Silver Pendants (KodaPendants)…

In this week's episode, we discuss the following stories: The CFTC is suing Binance, and it’s a pretty big deal Date confirmed for the Ethereum Shanghai Update The RESTRICT Act, and How it Could Be Used to Ban BitcoinBy Matthew Howells-Barby

Aki Balogh is the co-founder and CEO of DLC.Link, a company building Discreet Log Contracts (DLCs) on Bitcoin that enable bitcoins to be stored onchain and then utilized via smart contracts across other chains. Lending is an obvious use case here as it removes the third-part risk of requiring a custodian to manage your bitcoin that you borrow again…

In this week's episode of Off Chain, we cover the following stories: The outlook for the markets based on the Fed’s latest rate decision The much-anticipated Arbitrum airdrop is happening today (as we record) SEC Warns Coinbase of Enforcement Over Its Staking Rewards ProductsBy Matthew Howells-Barby

In this week's episode, we do a deep dive into the future of banking in the crypto space. We discuss: First Silvergate collapses, then SVB, and now Signature Bank. A primer on why SVB failed. What this could mean for the future of banking in the crypto space and what we really need from it. What will the Fed do on March 22 at the next rate review a…

In this week's episode of Off Chain we cover the following stories: Silvergate is shutting operations and liquidating Tensor Plans Massive Airdrop for Solana NFT Traders Yuga Labs, “TwelveFold” Ordinals collection auction ends FCA, Met Police Continue Bitcoin ATM Crackdown in East LondonBy Matthew Howells-Barby

In this week's episode of Off Chain, we discuss the following stories: Coinbase announces L2 chain, Base. Voyager Clients Vote 97% in Favor of $1B Restructuring Plan Yuga Labs announces a 300-piece generative art collection on Bitcoin (Ordinals) IMF: Banning Crypto 'Should Not Be Taken Off The Table' Nishad Singh, FTX’s Director of Engineering, ple…

In this week's episode of Off Chain, we cover the following stories: OpenSea drops fees and reduces creator royalties (temporarily) Rep. Tom Emmer Says Fed Must Not Create Digital Currency 'Surveillance State' Solana Spaces shuts down NYC and Miami retail stores after just one year Yuga Labs accused of IP theft for trademarking BAYC wolf skull logo…

In this week's episode of Off Chain, we cover the following stories: Kraken settles with SEC and shuts down staking service, plus pays $30m fine Norwegian Authorities Recoup $5.9M From Axie Infinity Ronin Exploit Paxos ordered to stop issuing new BUSD stablecoins Who guaranteed Sam Bankman-Fried’s $250 million bond?…

We speak with Karel Vuong, COO and cofounder of Treasure, the #1 marketplace for gaming and NFTs on Arbitrum. There's been a lot of excitement around Arbitrum in general, and many interesting new projects are choosing to deploy there. Karel has a unique insight into the growing gaming and NFT ecosystem that's developed there.…

In this week's episode of Off Chain, we discuss the following: The UK release more information on their plans for a digital Pound CBDC. Robinhood Wants to Buy Its Shares Back from Sam Bankman-Fried Arbitrum announces the launch of “Stylus”, it’s next-gen programming environment Signature Bank Lawsuit Alleges It 'Substantially Facilitated' FTX Fraud…

Ordinals, an innovative and divisive new project has brought NFTs to Bitcoin. Coined as “Digital Artifacts” by Ordinals founder, Casey Rodarmor, the NFTs have been the topic of much debate. On one side, there’s the argument that Bitcoin should be exclusively used for financial transactions, with anything outside of this being a deviation from its m…

In this week's episode of Off-Chain, we discuss: Bitcoin NFTs Elon is making a push toward enabling crypto payments via Twitter Solana shared details on the Solana dApp Store Liquid Staking on Ethereum continues to growBy Matthew Howells-Barby

In this week's episode of Off-Chain, we discuss: Binance admits it commingled customer funds with token reserves BlockFi accidentally revealed a $1.2B exposure to FTX & Alameda Research Celsius, the bankrupt crypto lender, might be launching a token FTX Creditors Include Apple, Netflix and Coinbase, Court Documents Reveal Mango Labs Sues Avi Eisenb…

In this week's episode of Off-Chain, we discuss: Liquid Staking Derivative Tokens (why they’re pumping and what you need to know) A history of the Winklevoss Twins & Gemini The 3AC crew are launching a new startup called GTX and they’re trying to raise $25mBy Matthew Howells-Barby

In this week's episode of Off-Chain, we discuss: Gemini, DCG, and the web of lies… FTX Restructuring Team Has Clawed Back $5B in Lost Assets Binance sees $12B withdrawn in 60 days Coinbase lays off another 950 people (20%) in their 2nd round of layoffs NFTs have been on a tear since the start of the year Shanghai Ethereum Upgrade set for March…

In this week's episode of Off-Chain, we discuss: Unpacking Sam Bankman-Fried's arrest Unpacking inflation and the economic outlook for 2023By Matthew Howells-Barby

In this week's episode of Off-Chain, we discuss: FTX’s Collapse Was a Crime, Not an Accident Apple blocks Coinbase Wallet app release over 30% royalty demands DeFi/web3 companies raised $3bn in Q3. Winamp (yes… Winamp - the classic music player for windows) now supports music NFT playbackBy Matthew Howells-Barby