Best Aptos Podcasts (2025)

Ash Pampati, Head of Ecosystem at the Aptos Foundation, joined me to discuss the future of Web3 and Aptos’ role in shaping it. Topics: - How platforms such as YouTube and Spotify will embrace Web3 - Creator Economy and Web3 - What makes Aptos different from other Blockchains - $200 Million DeFi grants - Rhuna, an AI-driven white-label event infrast…

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🚨BITCOIN HIGHEST WEEKLY CLOSE EVER SETS UP CRYPTO MARKET TO PUMP! 17:01

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Crypto News: Bitcoin has its highest weekly close ever at $109,200. This is a bullish sign for Altcoins and the entire crypto market. Elon Musk says new political party America Party will support Bitcoin. Show Sponsor - 🔐 Safely Store your Crypto with Trezor Hardware Wallets - https://affil.trezor.io/SHlz 💡Get the (Re)Thinking Crypto Book on Amazon…

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PREPARE FOR BITCOIN & ALTCOINS TO PUMP AS CONGRESS HOSTS CRYPTO WEEK! 17:53

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Crypto News: The House financial services will host Crypto Week which will involve reviewing Stablecoin and Crypto market structure bill. Mercado Bitcoin is tokenizing on the XRP Ledger. Show Sponsor - 🌟Uphold - Signup with Uphold. https://uphold.sjv.io/gbED4X Terms Apply. Cryptoassets are highly volatile. Your capital is at risk. 💡Get the (Re)Thin…

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THE BIG BEAUTIFUL BILL WILL PUMP CRYPTO! RIPPLE XRP & ONDO FINANCE RWA TOKENIZATION! 12:30

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Crypto News: Trump's Bg beautiful bill passes and will lead to highert global liquidity which will pump Bitcoin and assets. Both Ripple XRP and Ondo Finance launch funding for RWA Tokenization. Show Sponsor - ✅ VeChain is a versatile enterprise-grade L1 smart contract platform https://www.vechain.org/ 💡Get the (Re)Thinking Crypto Book on Amazon - h…

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Some programming for Soledad prison veterans lapses, Santa Cruz celebrates parks and recreation month 1:45

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10 state-funded rehabilitation programs run by the Veterans Transition Center at Soledad's Correctional Training Facility have ended. Plus, the City of Santa Cruz celebrates parks and recreation month in July.By Katie Brown

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Local Iranian writer calls for human rights in Iran amidst fragile ceasefire. 4:01

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More than a week after Israel and Iran reached a fragile ceasefire, a local Iranian writer is offering her insight. Ava Homa lives in Pacific Grove, has written extensively about human rights in Iran and teaches at Cal State Monterey Bay.By Ngozi Cole

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This Happens Next for Bitcoin, XRP, Ethereum, & Solana! Crypto Market Analysis 32:58

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Brian from Santiment joined me to review the metrics for Bitcoin, XRP, Ethereum, and Solana. We dive into crypto market sentiment, Bitcoin Whale activity, ETF inflows and much more. 🖥️ Sign up with Santiment to get quality crypto metrics - https://santiment.net/?fpr=thinkingcrypto Get 25% discount with code THINKINGCRYPTO 💡Get the (Re)Thinking Cryp…

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RIPPLE FILES FOR BANK CHARTER! WHAT IT MEANS FOR XRP & RLUSD! 20:02

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Crypto News: Ripple files for a national bank charter from the OCC and if approved could mean big adoption for RLUSD and XRP. Coinbase aquires token management platform Liquifi. Show Sponsor - 🔐 Safely Store your Crypto with Trezor Hardware Wallets - https://affil.trezor.io/SHlz 💡Get the (Re)Thinking Crypto Book on Amazon - https://www.amazon.com/d…

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Monterey County crop values increase, state funds support local math and science students 1:37

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Monterey Peninsula Unified School District receives a $350,000 statewide learning grant to help preschool to third grade students studying math and science. And, Monterey County's annual crop and livestock output reached nearly 5 billion dollars last year according to the annual 2024 report.By Ngozi Cole

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Prepare! XRP & Solana Spot ETFs Are Coming Soon! Staking & Index ETFs with Matt Hougan Bitwise 31:55

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Matt Hougan, CIO at Bitwise Asset Management, joined me to discuss the latest with Crypto ETFs. Topics: - Timeline for XRP & Solana ETF approval - Staking in Ethereum ETFs - Crypto Index ETFs - Rex Osprey Solana Staking ETF - Tokenized Stocks & 24/7 markets - Mortgages backed by Crypto - US Crypto Legislation outlook Show Sponsor - 🏠 Propy (PRO) is…

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XRP, SOLANA, & CARDANO INCLUDED IN SEC APPROVED ETF! MAJOR BANK TO LAUNCH CRYPTO CUSTODY! 20:43

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Crypto News: SEC approves Grayscale ETF that Includes BTC, ETH, SOL, XRP, ADA. Deutsche Bank Plans to Launch Crypto Custody Service in 2026. Show Sponsor - 🌟Uphold - Signup with Uphold. https://uphold.sjv.io/gbED4X Terms Apply. Cryptoassets are highly volatile. Your capital is at risk. 💡Get the (Re)Thinking Crypto Book on Amazon - https://www.amazo…

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California will keep library parks passes, reaction to birthright citizenship decision 1:40

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California residents will be able to continue checking out state parks passes from libraries. Plus, what the potential end to birthright citizenship means for one California family.By Elena Neale-Sacks

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ROBINHOOD JUST WENT ALL IN ON CRYPTO & TOKENIZATION! SEC APPROVES SOLANA STAKING ETF! 19:34

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Crypto News: Robinhood is expanding its crypto offerings by developing its own blockchain network based on Arbitrum and launching tokenized stock trading for European users. Stablecoin issuer Circle applies for a national bank charter. SEC clears way for first Solana staking ETF. Show Sponsor - 🔐 Safely Store your Crypto with Trezor Hardware Wallet…

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Monterey County's Sudanese community brings attention to ongoing civil war 1:42

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In today's newscast, local Sudanese residents gathered over the weekend to bring attention to the civil war in Sudan, which started in 2023. The United Nations has called it the worst humanitarian crisis in the world at this time.By Ngozi Cole

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Inside Secrets From Coinbase Ventures Revealed! with Hoolie Tejwani 8:57

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I interviewed Hoolie Tejwani, Head of Coinbase Ventures, at the Coinbase State of Crypto Summit. We discuss the various investments Coinbase has made in crypto startups and more. 💡Get the (Re)Thinking Crypto Book on Amazon - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0D2525DYX 🖥️ Learn Crypto with Expert Commentary - http://MyCryptoCourse.com Sponsors: 🌟Uphold - S…

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🚨 BULLISH CRYPTO NEWS! SEC RIPPLE XRP APPEAL, TRUMP BITCOIN, & DANA WHITE VECHAIN! 12:46

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Crypto News: Ripple drops appeal in SEC XRP case as Judge Torres pushes back on both parties. President Trump makes bullish statements about Bitcoin and Crypto. Dana White says he is all in on VeChain. Show Sponsor - ✅ VeChain is a versatile enterprise-grade L1 smart contract platform https://www.vechain.org/ 💡Get the (Re)Thinking Crypto Book on Am…

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Environmentalists oppose weakening state protections, Monterey airport gets funding for new terminal 1:46

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Monterey and San Benito County environmentalists organize in support of the California Environmental Quality Act in response to two bills that could weaken the statewide law. And, a $5 million federal grant will support the construction of a new terminal at Monterey Regional Airport.By Erin Malsbury

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Will the Crypto Market Structure Bill Pass in 2025? with Kristin Smith 44:44

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Kristin Smith, President at Solana Policy Institute, joined me to discuss the current state of Crypto & Stablecoin legislation in the US. Topics: - Solana Policy Institute Overview - Stablecoin bill passing in the Senate - Crypto market structure bill may not pass in 2025 - SEC's new approach to Crypto - Howey Test and Crypto - The continued crypto…

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The state budget changes Medi-Cal and homelessness programs, and Fort Ord Dunes gets a new campground 1:43

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The state budget makes changes to Medi-Cal and homelessness programs. Plus, construction begins on a new campground at Fort Ord Dunes State ParkBy Katie Brown

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Why VivoPower Chose XRP for its Treasury Strategy! 42:07

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Kevin Chin, CEO of VivoPower, and Adam Traidman, Chairman of the Board of Advisors for VivoPower, joined me to discuss VivoPower's XRP Treasury Strategy. Topics: - VivoPower(VVPR) Overview - Why XRP was chosen as a Treasury Asset - Building a DeFi ecosystem with XRP and Flare - Using BitGo for custody - Future of Crypto Treasury Strategy - Risks wi…

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MASSIVE! US GOVERNMENT WILL ISSUE MORTGAGES WITH CRYPTO! 17:36

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Crypto News: The US Government Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac to prepare their businesses to count cryptocurrency as an asset for a mortgage. Robinhood CEO Vlad Tenev says crypto will replace traditional finance. Show Sponsor - ✅ VeChain is a versatile enterprise-grade L1 smart contract platform https://www.vechain.org/ 💡Get the (Re)Thinking Crypto Boo…

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Parts of Big Sur could be sold, local marine sanctuaries under threat 1:45

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A Monterey County Supervisor says Big Sur is strongly protected in the face of a federal budget bill hoping to sell off over 200 million acres of national public lands. And, Congressman Jimmy Panetta says he will fight offshore drilling proposals in Monterey Bay as the Trump Administration plans to approve oil and gas projects in National Marine Sa…

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Buying Millions in Solana for a Treasury Reserve Strategy | DeFi Development Corp 42:54

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Joseph Onorati, CEO of the Defi Development Corporation, joined me to discuss the company's Solana treasury strategy. Topics: - DeFi Development Corp overview - Choosing Solana as a treasury reserve asset - Cantor Fitzgerald coverage of Solana treasury companies - Trend of companies using Crypto as a treasury reserve asset - Risks that come with a …

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Fed Jerome Powell Gives Banks Ability To Pump Crypto! 23:25

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Crypto News: Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell says "banks are free to conduct crypto activities.".Anthony Pompliano's ProCap buys 3,724 Bitcoin. Bill Pulte says US government will into crypto being used for mortgages. Show Sponsor - 🏠 Propy (PRO) is a blockchain-based real estate marketplace and decentralized title registry that leverages smart …

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Santa Cruz harbor bridge closed for construction, Defense Language Institute faces possible cuts 1:41

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In today's newscast, both lanes of the Santa Cruz harbor bridge are closed from now until February 2026. And, Central Coast Congressmember Jimmy Panetta has introduced a bill to preserve language learning in the military.By Elena Neale-Sacks, Doug McKnight

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Nba Champion Tristan Thompson on How Crypto & AI Will Revolutionize Sports! 47:39

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Tristan Thompson, Chief Content Officer of TracyAI, joined me to discuss how crypto and AI will impact sports—and how his new AI solution aims to revolutionize basketball analysis. https://tracy.tech/ Topics: - Can NBA Contracts include Bitcoin? - Players tokenizing themselves and contracts - Future of Crypto and Web3 - TracyAI Overview - Cavs Seas…

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CRYPTO RALLIES AS BITCOIN REVERSES! $1 BILLION BITCOIN TREASURY SPAC! 17:55

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Crypto News: Bitcoin reverses and price moves over $105,000 again, is the bottom in? Anthony Pompliano is doing a $1 billion BitcoinTreasury Company SPAC. The Federal reserve is easing crypto banking restrictions. Show Sponsor - ✅ VeChain is a versatile enterprise-grade L1 smart contract platform https://www.vechain.org/ 💡Get the (Re)Thinking Crypt…

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Local activists rally against proposed healthcare cuts targeting immigrants. 0:46

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Local advocates are denouncing proposed healthcare cuts in the California state budget that include freezing Medi-Cal enrollment for those without legal status.By Ngozi Cole

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Former KAZU news director's podcast about gun violence, California politicians respond to Iran bombing 1:52

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In today's newscast, KAZU's former News Director shares excerpts of her new podcast, Senseless, which deals with gun violence and the pain of losing her father to a mass shooting. Plus, California Sen. Alex Padilla and Rep. Jimmy Panetta have condemned President Donald Trump's decision to bomb Iran without first seeking congressional approval.…

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IS IT OVER FOR BITCOIN & ALTCOINS AS WAR CRASHES CRYPTO? 13:46

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Crypto News: Bitcoin crashes to $98,000 and altcoins dump. Is the crypto bull market over? Texas approves Bitcoin Strategic Reserve. Show Sponsor - 🏠 Propy (PRO) is a blockchain-based real estate marketplace and decentralized title registry that leverages smart contracts to facilitate property transactions globally https://propy.com/home/ & https:/…

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Coinbase Deribit Acquisition! The Largest in Crypto! with Aklil Ibssa 8:41

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I interviewed Aklil Ibssa, Head of Corporate Development and M&A at Coinbase, at the Coinbase State of Crypto Summit. We discussed Coinbase’s acquisition of Deribit — the largest in the crypto industry to date. 💡Get the (Re)Thinking Crypto Book on Amazon - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0D2525DYX 🖥️ Learn Crypto with Expert Commentary - http://MyCrypto…

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Anthony Scaramucci Talks Crypto, Stablecoins, Circle IPO, & Trump! 11:23

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I interviewed Anthony Scaramucci at the Coinbase State of Crypto Summit. We discussed crypto’s continued growth, Donald Trump’s crypto ventures, the Circle IPO, the stablecoin market, crypto regulation, and much more. 💡Get the (Re)Thinking Crypto Book on Amazon - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0D2525DYX 🖥️ Learn Crypto with Expert Commentary - http://M…

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SEC APPROVAL OF XRP & SOLANA ETFS CHANCES SURGE TO 90%! 15:11

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Crypto News: Bloomberg ETF analyst raise XRP and Solana ETF approvals to 90%. Depository Trust & Clearing Corporation(DTCC) met with SEC Crypto Task Force today to discuss tokenization. Show Sponsor - 🌟Uphold - Signup with Uphold. https://uphold.sjv.io/gbED4X Terms Apply. Cryptoassets are highly volatile. Your capital is at risk. 💡Get the (Re)Think…

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It could get easier to start a business in Santa Cruz, and a state bill would ban police face coverings 1:42

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In today's newscast, California lawmakers introduced a bill that would ban law enforcement face coverings and the City of Santa Cruz looks for ways to spur economic development. Plus, Santa Cruz has lost a long-time public servant and activist.By Erin Malsbury

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Coinbase's Crypto Loans! Borrow Bitcoin for USDC! with Max Branzburg 10:48

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I interviewed Max Branzburg, VP of Product at Coinbase, at the Coinbase State of Crypto Summit. We discussed Coinbase’s crypto-backed loans, which allow users to borrow against their Bitcoin and receive the loan in USDC. 💡Get the (Re)Thinking Crypto Book on Amazon - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0D2525DYX 🖥️ Learn Crypto with Expert Commentary - http:…

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🚨Will Crypto Pump Soon? Bitcoin, XRP, Ethereum, & Solana Analysis! 31:02

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Brian from Santiment joined me to review the current state of the crypto bull market and dive into key metrics for Bitcoin, XRP, Ethereum, and Solana. 🖥️ Sign up with Santiment to get quality crypto metrics - https://santiment.net/?fpr=thinkingcrypto Get 25% discount with code THINKINGCRYPTO 💡Get the (Re)Thinking Crypto Book on Amazon - https://www…

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TRUMP REDUCING HOLDINGS IN WORLD LIBERTY FINANCIAL! WHAT IT MEANS FOR CRYPTO! 13:19

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Crypto News: Trump family’s company cuts stake in World Liberty Financial by 20%. Blockchain can solve world's largest data breach affecting Apple, Google, Facebook and more. Circle Rockets After Stablecoin Bill Clears Senate. Show Sponsor - 🔐 Safely Store your Crypto with Trezor Hardware Wallets - https://affil.trezor.io/SHlz 💡Get the (Re)Thinking…

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Seaside resident remains in ICE custody, local counties show support for immigrants 1:45

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The manager of a Pacific Grove Restaurant remains in Immigration and Customs Enforcement custody in Texas, and local county leaders hold a press conference in solidarity with and support of immigrants.By Katie Brown, Elena Neale-Sacks

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Why BlackRock and Other Institutions Are Choosing Coinbase for Crypto! 15:15

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I interviewed Brett Tejpaul, Head of Coinbase Institutional, at the Coinbase State of Crypto Summit. We discussed the rising institutional demand for crypto and Coinbase’s suite of institutional services. 💡Get the (Re)Thinking Crypto Book on Amazon - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0D2525DYX 🖥️ Learn Crypto with Expert Commentary - http://MyCryptoCourse…

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Crypto Regulation News! Stablecoin Bill Passed in Senate & Moves to House! Market Structure Bill 25:38

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Cody Carbone, CEO of The Digital Chamber, joined me to discuss the state of the Stablecoin and Crypto Market structure bills as they make their way through the legislative process. Topics: - Stablecoin Bill passes in the Senate, How fast can it pass in the House? - State of the Crypto Market Structure Bills - Is the Crypto Industry reviewing the Bi…

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HUGE XRP NEWS! COINBASE XRP DEFI & ETF GOES LIVE! TRUMP READY TO SIGN CRYPTO & STABLECOIN BILLS! 12:21

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Crypto News: XRP ETF goes live on Toronto Stock Exchange. Coinbase adds XRP DeFi via Base and Moonwell. Trump posts about stablecoin bill passing in Senate and that he is ready to sign. Show Sponsor - ✅ VeChain is a versatile enterprise-grade L1 smart contract platform https://www.vechain.org/ 💡Get the (Re)Thinking Crypto Book on Amazon - https://w…

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Fire season already underway, state homelessness funding could get slashed 1:45

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A local fire official urges Monterey Bay communities to become more fire-safe as the season takes off this summer. And, California's biggest source of state homelessness funding faces cuts.By Elena Neale-Sacks

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The Future of Crypto Regulation with Coinbase's Top Lawyer Paul Grewal 8:09

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I interviewed Paul Grewal, Chief Legal Officer at Coinbase, at the Coinbase State of Crypto Summit. We discussed the shifting approach to crypto by the SEC and the U.S. government, Coinbase’s ongoing fight for regulatory clarity, and much more. 💡Get the (Re)Thinking Crypto Book on Amazon - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0D2525DYX 🖥️ Learn Crypto with E…

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What Makes Jupiter the Most Web 2 Team in Web3 (in a Good Way) w/ Kash Dhanda 51:02

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In this episode, Kash Dhanda of Jupiter shares his crypto career journey and his unique role blending content creation with product strategy. He delves into Jupiter's unconventional organizational structure, explaining how it fuels their rapid product development and acquisition strategy. Kash highlights the reasoning behind key initiatives such as…

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HISTORIC! SENATE PASSES STABLECOIN LEGISLATION BILL! JPMORGAN LAUNCHES TOKEN ON COINBASE'S BASE! 17:10

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Crypto News: Senate passes the stablecoin legislation bill the GENIUS Act. JPMorgan launches a deposit token on Base, Coinbase's Ethereum Layer 2. Show Sponsor - 🔐 Safely Store your Crypto with Trezor Hardware Wallets - https://affil.trezor.io/SHlz 💡Get the (Re)Thinking Crypto Book on Amazon - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0D2525DYX 🖥️ Learn Crypto wi…

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Base and Coinbase Wallet Secrets Revealed! | Jesse Pollak 12:07

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I interviewed Jesse Pollak,Head of Base and Coinbase Wallet, at the Coinbase State of Crypto Summit. He discusses the latest and great with adoption on Base and the Coinbase wallet. 💡Get the (Re)Thinking Crypto Book on Amazon - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0D2525DYX 🖥️ Learn Crypto with Expert Commentary - http://MyCryptoCourse.com Sponsors: 🌟Uphold …

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Monterey County summer reading program, immigration resources available 1:42

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In today's newscast, Monterey County libraries have kicked off their summer reading program. And, in light of increasing numbers of Immigration and Customs Enforcement raids, local attorneys are offering advice and resources to residents who are worried about their safety.By Ngozi Cole

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JPMORGAN'S BIG CRYPTO MOVE REVEALED! XRP ETF GOES LIVE THIS WEEK! TRUMP BTC & ETH ETF 17:00

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Crypto News: JPMorgan files for Stablecoin trademark. XRP ETF will go live on the Toronto stock exchange. Donald Trump's Truth Social files for Dual Bitcoin and Ether ETF. Show Sponsor - 🏠 Propy (PRO) is a blockchain-based real estate marketplace and decentralized title registry that leverages smart contracts to facilitate property transactions glo…

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Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong Talks the Future of Crypto! 5:46

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I interviewed Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong at the Coinbase State of Crypto Summit. He shares his outlook on Coinbase, discusses new products such as the Coinbase One credit card and the Shopify partnership, and gives his perspective on crypto legislation in the U.S. 💡Get the (Re)Thinking Crypto Book on Amazon - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0D2525DYX …