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Need to catch up on the latest? These are the top stories we're covering this week: 🎥 HBO Documentary Claims Peter Todd is Satoshi Nakamoto HBO’s new documentary Money Electric: "The Bitcoin Mystery" aired on Tuesday, October 8. The documentary, directed by Cullen Hoback, investigates the largest unsolved question in crypto, who is Satoshi Nakamoto? 🐫 Silk Road Bitcoin May Hit the Market On Monday, the last legal claim against 69k Bitcoin (~$4bn) from the Silk Road failed. 🦄 Uniswap Confirms Plans to Build Own L2  Uniswap Labs unveils Unichain, an L2 built for DeFi and liquidity. Check out today's edition to get our take, and don't forget to subscribe ⤵

In this episode of Galaxy Brains, Alex Thorn is joined by Beimnet Abebe, Director of Principal Trading at Galaxy. They discuss potential market dynamics surrounding the upcoming election and its impact on Bitcoin and broader financial markets. With a focus on Bitcoin’s recent performance and speculative future, Beimnet shares his thoughts on how the election results could influence investment strategies in the crypto space. Alex and Beimnet also talk about global economic policies and wealth inequality. Listen to the episode on your favorite platform🎧 YouTube: https://hubs.li/Q02T33Yt0 Spotify: https://hubs.li/Q02T33Xz0 Apple Podcasts: https://hubs.li/Q02T332l0

In our second special episode of Galaxy Brians, recorded at TOKEN2049, Alex Thorn sits down with Nansen CEO, Alex Svanevik. They talk about the latest in blockchain transparency, the integration of AI in crypto analytics, and the strategic directions Nansen is exploring, including the recent acquisition of a staking firm. They also share their thoughts on the conference and the growth of Singapore as a crypto hub. Listen on your favorite platform 🎧 YouTube: https://hubs.li/Q02SZxBz0 Spotify: https://hubs.li/Q02SZD960 Apple Podcasts: https://hubs.li/Q02SZHxv0

Crypto adoption is following a trajectory similar to the early days of the internet. While institutional investors have cited ‘price volatility’ as the top barrier to investing in digital assets, recent regulatory developments, improved security measures, and advancements in infrastructure are gradually addressing these concerns. Our latest report breaks down the data, showing how blockchain technology could be as transformative as the internet itself. Explore the report: https://hubs.li/Q02SWxPQ0

Join us on Tuesday, October 15th, for an instructive webinar on how to gain exposure to digital assets through multi-asset investing, risk-managed strategies, and active management. Speakers: 🗣 Christopher Rhine, CFA, Head of Liquid Active Strategies at Galaxy 🗣 Anqi Dong, CFA, CAIA, Senior Research Strategist at State Street Global Advisors 🗣 Todd Rosenbluth, Head of Research at VettaFi 💡 This webinar is tailored to institutional investors and RIAs seeking to capitalize on the converging opportunities in crypto-linked equities, artificial intelligence, blockchain technology, and beyond. Don't miss this opportunity. Register now: https://hubs.ly/Q02SQZN70

As the weather began to cool with the onset of fall, crypto markets began to heat up again in September, showcasing strong performances and significant capital inflows. Here are some highlights from our latest Monthly Market Update: ▪ Bitcoin’s Recovery: Closing the month at $65,000, Bitcoin showed resilience, especially post-Federal Reserve’s decision to cut rates by 50 bps. ▪ Global Rate Cuts: With 21 central banks reducing rates in September, a surge in liquidity has shown a strong correlation with Bitcoin’s price, suggesting bullish trends ahead. ▪ Regulatory Wins: The SEC’s accelerated approval for trading options on BlackRock’s spot bitcoin ETF marks a pivotal moment, potentially increasing liquidity and opening new channels for investors. Check out this month’s edition, and don’t forget to subscribe ⤵

In this special episode of Galaxy Brains, recorded at TOKEN2049, Alex Thorn chats with Asymmetric Founder, CEO, and CIO Joe McCann about the evolving landscape of blockchain technology and its implications for the crypto ecosystem. They discuss the dynamics between Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Solana, the architectural choices shaping these platforms, and the challenges developers face. They also discuss the role of memecoins in crypto culture and what lies ahead for Web3. Listen on your favorite platform🎧 YouTube: https://hubs.li/Q02SLkkG0 Spotify: https://hubs.li/Q02SL6L10 Apple Podcasts: https://hubs.li/Q02SL9PF0

From a new asset class to a new industry, digital assets have expanded rapidly over the past 15 years, reshaping the global financial landscape. With a market capitalization of $2.3 trillion and 580 million global users, the momentum is undeniable. 94% of institutional investors now believe in the long-term value of blockchain and digital assets, and 56% of Fortune 500 executives are actively pursuing on-chain projects. As regulatory clarity improves and more companies integrate blockchain technology, the digital asset industry is set for even greater expansion.  Discover more insights in our latest report: https://hubs.li/Q02Szj3h0 

The earliest I think the Pectra upgrade could go live on Ethereum is March 2025. In this episode of the Infinite Jungle, I explain why based on implementation and testing progress for the upgrade so far. These estimations are subject to change depending on how quickly developers are able to achieve key milestones such as the Devnet 4 launch and decisions about the inclusion of blob-related EIPs. Get my full take on the Pectra timeline as of October 2024 in today's episode of the Infinite Jungle: Apple Podcasts: https://lnkd.in/e3RPrJQE Spotify: https://lnkd.in/ec9e6ieH YouTube: https://lnkd.in/et77e_R7

As digital assets gain momentum this fall, our Monthly Market Update offers an in-depth look at market performance, including Bitcoin’s resurgence and the latest regulatory developments. Stay informed on key trends and insights shaping the industry. Subscribe today to receive tomorrow’s edition directly in your inbox: https://hubs.li/Q02ShyBT0