Episodes

  • PayPal's Crypto Integration and the Surge in Bitcoin Investments: A Spotlight on FV Bank, Ripple and Amazon

    PayPal's Crypto Integration and the Surge in Bitcoin Investments: A Spotlight on FV Bank, Ripple and Amazon
    Dec 9 2024
    In this episode of the Crypto Currently Podcast, we cover the integration of PayPal into the Paybis platform and former President Trump's appointment of David Sacks as AI & Crypto Czar. We discuss FV Bank's introduction of a stablecoin deposit option, Ripple's CEO's criticism of 60 Minutes, and a November surge in the crypto market according to a JPMorgan report. The episode also touches upon Florida's potential establishment of a Bitcoin reserve, Riot Platforms' plan to purchase Bitcoin, and BlackRock's substantial buy-ins to Bitcoin and Ethereum. We conclude with Bitmain's new production line in the US, Amazon shareholders' push for Bitcoin investment, and MicroStrategy's significant expansion of its Bitcoin holdings. Impressively, U.S spot Bitcoin ETFs have seen inflows of 2.73 billion dollars.
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    8 mins
  • Crypto Surge Predictions, Worksport's Bitcoin Strategy, and Microsoft's Crypto Vote: Insights from Crypto Currently

    Crypto Surge Predictions, Worksport's Bitcoin Strategy, and Microsoft's Crypto Vote: Insights from Crypto Currently
    Dec 8 2024
    The Crypto Currently Podcast provides a daily round-up of cryptocurrency news and insights. Top stories include a prediction by crypto analyst Inmortal for a swifter surge in Ethereum's value, a word of caution to crypto investors by venture capitalist Chris Burniske, and pickup truck bed cover manufacturer Worksport's allocation of up to 10% of their cash reserves into Bitcoin and Ripple's XRP. Additionally, we report that the Czech Republic is introducing tax-free regulations for long-term Bitcoin holders, a vote for Microsoft shareholders on exploring cryptocurrency investments, and a prediction by a previous Trump adviser that the US and China will compete for dominance in the Bitcoin and blockchain technology arena. Stay tuned for more detailed news on these topics and more.
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    5 mins
  • US Treasury Labels Bitcoin as 'Digital Gold': A Crypto Deep Dive with Coinbase and an Analyst Forecast on Ethereum's Potential Rally

    US Treasury Labels Bitcoin as 'Digital Gold': A Crypto Deep Dive with Coinbase and an Analyst Forecast on Ethereum's Potential Rally
    Dec 8 2024
    The Crypto Currently Podcast is a daily news source for all things cryptocurrency. This episode covers significant news including the US Treasury labelling Bitcoin as "digital gold", Bitcoin ETF holdings surpassing that of Satoshi Nakamoto, and the potential impact of political instability on Bitcoin's value. Other report highlights involve the projected Bitcoin valuation by AI chatbots, the US FDIC's resistance against banks' crypto-services, and the speculative Ethereum price surge. The podcast also dives into a cryptocurrency analyst's projection of a rally for altcoins, different predictions on Bitcoin's market peak, and a proposed tax exemption for digital assets by Czech's government. The podcast delivers a balanced mix of news, speculation, and analysis of the rapidly evolving cryptocurrency landscape.
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    7 mins
  • Trump Appoints Crypto Czar, Australia Clampdown on Crypto ATMs, Bitcoin Price Rollercoaster, and Circle's USDC makes Canadian Milestone

    Trump Appoints Crypto Czar, Australia Clampdown on Crypto ATMs, Bitcoin Price Rollercoaster, and Circle's USDC makes Canadian Milestone
    Dec 6 2024
    In the Crypto Currently Podcast, we delve into the most intriguing cryptocurrency news, keeping you informed and equipped with the knowledge necessary to navigate the rapidly evolving crypto market. In this episode, we cover President Trump's appointment of David Sacks, a prominent figure in the tech industry, as AI and Crypto Czar to spearhead American leadership in these crucial sectors. Following this, we discuss Australia's new stringent regulations on cryptocurrency ATM providers to deter money laundering risks. We then explore Bitcoin's surprising and steep drop, maintaining its volatility and the stark difference in pricing across different trading platforms. Lastly, we touch upon Circle's USD Coin (USDC) becoming the first stablecoin to comply with Canada's new trading regulations, marking a milestone in the growth of the digital assets market. Keep up with these developments and more in the world of crypto on the Crypto Currently Podcast.
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    3 mins
  • Crypto Current: The Bitcoin Boom, Ripple Troubles, and the Altcoin Resurgence

    Crypto Current: The Bitcoin Boom, Ripple Troubles, and the Altcoin Resurgence
    Dec 5 2024
    The Crypto Currently Podcast offers a comprehensive look at the daily happenings in the cryptocurrency world. This episode discusses Bitcoin's groundbreaking surge past the $100,000 mark, spurred on by the expected appointment of a crypto-friendly SEC chair. It also focuses on a significant rise in U.S. crypto stocks and the decrease in value for XRP, raising questions about the expected "altseason." The podcast explores Binance's huge increase in stablecoin reserves and how shifts in altcoin investments have led Binance’s BNB token to an all-time high. This episode also covers the partnership between the Digital Pound Foundation and Innovate Finance, survey results showing regret among crypto investors, and multi-faceted entrepreneur Jed McCaleb's move into creating gravity space stations. Finally this episode explores how BIT Mining finds mining for dogecoin far more lucrative than mining for bitcoin due to rising token prices. Encryption ends by inviting listeners to come back daily for more crypto news.
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    9 mins
  • Global Crypto Trends: Bitcoin Peaks, South Korea Crisis Impact, Putin's Crypto Stance and Ripple's New Stablecoin

    Global Crypto Trends: Bitcoin Peaks, South Korea Crisis Impact, Putin's Crypto Stance and Ripple's New Stablecoin
    Dec 4 2024
    The Crypto Currently Podcast offers an update on market trends, attracting retail investor interest back to Bitcoin. The podcast also analyzes the geopolitical impact of South Korea's financial crisis on cryptocurrency market volatility. The conversation continues with Putin’s recognition of cryptocurrencies' unstoppable nature, shedding light on the global influence of digital assets. Also discussed are Argentina's economic improvements under Javier Milei's presidency and the potential impact on Bitcoin. The show elaborates on the predicted rally for XRP and its anticipated surpassing of its all-time high. Moreover, the recent reduction in fees for opening an account on XRP Ledger and the associated surge in account creation activity are analyzed. The show also covers Coinbase's integration with Apple Pay, aimed at streamlining user experience, and Trump’s potential nomination of pro-crypto regulators for the Commodity Futures Trading Commission. Uphold's launch of Topper, aiming to enhance customer usability, and Ripple's strategic move to launch its own stablecoin, RLUSD, conclude the episode.
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    8 mins
  • Crypto Under Siege: South Korean Instability, U.S. Lobbying Triumphs, Cambodia's Crackdown, and Wall Street's Growing Bitcoin Interest

    Crypto Under Siege: South Korean Instability, U.S. Lobbying Triumphs, Cambodia's Crackdown, and Wall Street's Growing Bitcoin Interest
    Dec 3 2024
    The Crypto Currently Podcast delves into the latest crypto news, including Ripple's XRP and Bitcoin's market instability due to martial law in South Korea. The crypto industry's political efforts have seen a tremendous success rate, influencing major U.S elections and backing fifty-three members of Congress. Cambodia has been cracking down on illegal digital asset activities, recently blocking sixteen cryptocurrency exchanges. The podcast also discusses Meta's failed Libra project, claiming it was shut down due to political pressure.

    Bitget has launched a new cryptocurrency exchange, BitEXC, specifically designed for the Vietnamese market. Binance leads cryptocurrency exchanges in Bitcoin deposits, further cementing its dominant position in the crypto industry. The podcast also highlights the significant milestones achieved by XRP and Blackrock's IBIT fund in boosting their Bitcoin holdings.

    Tune into the Crypto Currently Podcast for a look at these stories and more, providing you with a concise overview of what's happening within the fast-paced world of cryptocurrency.
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    6 mins
  • Ripple's Blockchain Expansion, BitGo's Retail Venture, and Crypto Whales' Ethereum Splurge: An Altcoin Season on the Horizon?

    Ripple's Blockchain Expansion, BitGo's Retail Venture, and Crypto Whales' Ethereum Splurge: An Altcoin Season on the Horizon?
    Dec 2 2024
    The Crypto Currently Podcast dives into daily cryptocurrency news and updates. The recent episode covers a range of topics starting with a significant rise in XRP's price, further intensifying the investor's interest in altcoins. The show also shares news about BitGo's plans to launch a retail platform designed to provide services for individual crypto investors. Another highlight includes the iDEGEN token's surge, pointing towards a shift in interest towards AI-themed meemcoins within the crypto community. With the rise in popularity and the transaction volumes of Ethereum by whales worth a billion dollars, a sharp surge in Bitcoin prices is also predicted. Other news includes the filing by WisdomTree to launch a spot XRP exchange-traded fund (ETF), Tom Lee's prediction about the crypto market, Japan's DMM's Bitcoin funds transfer to SBI VC Trade, and MARA's strategic decision to issue seven hundred million dollars in convertible senior notes.
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    6 mins