2025 reshaped crypto.
In this end-of-year episode of Token Narratives, the Bitcoin.com News editorial team reveals its official Top 5 picks across the most important categories of the year — from regulation and stablecoins to blockchains, narratives, and the people who shaped the industry.
This episode covers:
• The biggest crypto news stories of 2025
• The narratives that defined the market
• The most important blockchains
• The biggest surprises of the year
• Crypto’s most influential voices
• Person of the Year
Watch to understand what really mattered in crypto this year — and why these decisions will still be relevant in 2026.
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00:00 Bitcoin’s Yearly Performance and Institutional Adoption
04:54 Major Hacks and Security Concerns in Crypto
10:06 Political Developments Impacting Crypto: Ross Ulbricht’s Pardon
14:57 The Genius Act and Its Implications for Stablecoins
20:07 Emerging Narratives: Perpetual DEXs and Market Cycles
24:52 The Rise of Digital Asset Treasury Companies
30:00 Revenue Narratives and the Future of Token Economics
35:05 Stablecoins: The Dominant Narrative of 2025
47:43 Tron: The Dark Horse of Blockchains
50:10 Base: The Rising Ethereum Layer 2
52:07 Solana: From Hype to Institutional Interest
55:11 Hyperliquid: The Perpetual DEX Revolution
58:30 Zcash: The Unexpected Comeback
01:01:42 Surprises of the Year: Market Shocks and Innovations
01:10:21 KOLs of the Year: Influencers Shaping Crypto Narratives
01:25:35 The Impact of Michael Saylor on Bitcoin Awareness
01:27:32 Ripple’s Resilience and Brad Garlinghouse’s Leadership
01:33:00 Brian Armstrong and Coinbase’s Fight Against the SEC
01:36:56 Shane Copeland and the Rise of Polymarket
01:41:06 Tether’s Dominance and Paulo Arduino’s Vision
01:46:18 Donald Trump: The Unexpected Crypto Influencer
We’re live from @bitcoinmenaconf in Abu Dhabi for Token Narratives Episode 83.This week, @_dsencil and @graminitha1 sit down with @maplesyrupsuckr (CEO of Bitcoin.com) to tackle the biggest questions shaping Bitcoin today.Topics Covered:• The “Trad-Fi-cation” of Bitcoin• ETFs, custody, and institutional dominance• Could institutions eventually control Bitcoin’s future?• Bitcoin governance, forks & the spam debate• Hyperliquid vs CEXs — why decentralized trading is exploding• Is Bitcoin losing its peer-to-peer roots?• Crypto’s “blackpill” vs “whitepill” narratives• Proof-of-stake… on Bitcoin?! A real hot take• The psychology of greed, cycles & market structureRecorded live at Bitcoin MENA in Abu Dhabi.If you enjoy deep, honest crypto discussions with zero fluff, this episode is for you.#BitcoinMENA #ETFs #Bitcoin #cryptoSubscribe to our channel and hit the bell "🔔" icon to get notifications:https://www.youtube.com/bitcoincomofficialchannel?sub_confirmation=1► Who are we?Since 2015, Bitcoin.com has been a global leader in introducing newcomers to crypto. We make it easy for anyone to buy, spend, trade, invest, earn, and stay up-to-date on cryptocurrency and the future of finance. Our mission is to help everyone take ownership of their Bitcoin and their financial future.Buy, sell, trade, earn, use, and learn crypto with the Bitcoin.com Wallet:https://branch.wallet.bitcoin.com/I1dhGnyGNpbStay informed with timely and objective crypto, published daily:https://news.bitcoin.com/Get educated with up-to-date content from Bitcoin.com’s learning center:https://www.bitcoin.com/get-started/Trade permissionlessly on Bitcoin.com's decentralized Verse DEX where you can also earn yield:https://verse.bitcoin.com/► What is Verse?VERSE, which launched in December 2022, is Bitcoin.com’s rewards and utility token. Get VERSE for free in the Bitcoin.com Wallet app, and use it to earn Bitcoin and other rewards.—Join our community and follow us for updates ⬇️►X: https://x.com/Bitcoincom►X News Account: https://x.com/bitcoinnews►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bitcoin.com_official/►Discord: https://discord.gg/hux4sugcQS►Telegram: https://t.me/GetVerse►LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bitcoin.com/►Linkedin News Account: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bitcoin-com-news/
Is the golden age of crypto officially over?In this episode of Token Narratives, Graham and David break down whether the era of effortless 100x gains, airdrop windfalls, and lottery-ticket altcoin runs is behind us — or if it’s simply evolving.They also cover:• Bitcoin’s dump-then-pump volatility• Japan’s rate hike shock• Vanguard, Schwab & Bank of America opening floodgates to BTC• Why bullish news is bullish again• The biggest potential Fed shift since the 1970s• Ethereum’s narrative comeback• Whether altseasons can still happen• Why 2026 might be a historic inflection point00:00 The Current State of Crypto Markets05:58 Market Reactions and Institutional Involvement12:07 Conspiracy Theories and Market Manipulation17:47 Future Predictions and Economic Indicators24:56 Cultural Shifts and the Rise of Stablecoins33:21 The End of the Golden Age of Crypto36:01 The Future of Alt Seasons40:47 Valuing Layer Ones: Ethereum vs. Solana53:18 Vanguard and the Future of BitcoinSubscribe to our channel and hit the bell "🔔" icon to get notifications:https://www.youtube.com/bitcoincomofficialchannel?sub_confirmation=1► Who are we?Since 2015, Bitcoin.com has been a global leader in introducing newcomers to crypto. We make it easy for anyone to buy, spend, trade, invest, earn, and stay up-to-date on cryptocurrency and the future of finance. Our mission is to help everyone take ownership of their Bitcoin and their financial future.Buy, sell, trade, earn, use, and learn crypto with the Bitcoin.com Wallet:https://branch.wallet.bitcoin.com/I1dhGnyGNpbStay informed with timely and objective crypto, published daily:https://news.bitcoin.com/Get educated with up-to-date content from Bitcoin.com’s learning center:https://www.bitcoin.com/get-started/Trade permissionlessly on Bitcoin.com's decentralized Verse DEX where you can also earn yield:https://verse.bitcoin.com/► What is Verse?VERSE, which launched in December 2022, is Bitcoin.com’s rewards and utility token. Get VERSE for free in the Bitcoin.com Wallet app, and use it to earn Bitcoin and other rewards.—Join our community and follow us for updates ⬇️►X: https://x.com/Bitcoincom►X News Account: https://x.com/bitcoinnews►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bitcoin.com_official/►Discord: https://discord.gg/hux4sugcQS►Telegram: https://t.me/GetVerse►LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bitcoin.com/►Linkedin News Account: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bitcoin-com-news/
The Bitcoin.com Crew breaks down the biggest stories shaping Bitcoin and the wider cryptoverse this week — from macro fear and institutional buying to Haseeb’s L1 debate, inequality, and the unbelievable $11M wrench attack that shocked San Francisco.
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00:00 Crypto Heist: The Dark Side of Digital Currency
01:40 Market Movements: Analyzing Price Action
10:32 Liquidity and Institutional Interest in Crypto
18:44 The Future of Layer 1s: Network Effects vs. Traditional Metrics
37:39 The Value of Tech Giants
40:47 NFTs and Financial Literacy
42:44 Stablecoins: Trojan Horse or Savior?
48:40 The Impact of Passive Investing
58:29 Inequality and the Middle Class
01:04:22 Crypto’s Role in Economic Shifts
01:13:25 The Future of NFTs and Their Utility
01:18:01 Self-Custody vs. Security in Cryptocurrency
01:26:58 Bitcoin’s Future Security and Adoption Trends
Bitcoin is lagging the rest of the market — but is the sentiment shift justified? In Episode 80, David and Graham break down why crypto has underperformed, what macro signals matter, how whales, ETFs, and leverage are shaping the market, and what the road to 2026 might actually look like. From AI to privacy to quantum threats, this one is packed.Token Narratives ep 80 is sponsored by Trezor.Independence isn’t given—it’s taken. Break free from centralized power and take control of your financial freedom with Trezor Safe 7.Before Black Friday, with every Trezor Safe 7 pre-order, Trezor is giving away a free wireless charger as a gift. You can also get 40% off on the Trezor Safe 3 and Trezor Safe 5 models, plus discounts for Trezor Expert.Learn more at https://trezor.io/
Timestamps:00:00 The Current State of Crypto Markets10:54 Exploring Bullish and Bearish Sentiments30:39 The Future of Altcoins and Solana's Position42:26 Market Dynamics and Alt Season Speculations47:24 Perpetuals and Trading Risks55:29 The Privacy Narrative in Crypto01:05:40 Quantum Threats and Future Considerations#Bitcoin #crypto #Bullish #trading Subscribe to our channel and hit the bell "🔔" icon to get notifications:https://www.youtube.com/bitcoincomofficialchannel?sub_confirmation=1► Who are we?At Bitcoin.com we create tools that bring more economic freedom to the world. Since 2015, Bitcoin.com has been a global leader in introducing newcomers to crypto. We make it easy for anyone to buy, spend, trade, invest, earn, and stay up-to-date on cryptocurrency and the future of finance.Buy, sell, trade, earn, use, and learn crypto with the Bitcoin.com Wallet:https://branch.wallet.bitcoin.com/I1dhGnyGNpbStay informed with timely and objective crypto, published daily:https://news.bitcoin.com/Get educated with up-to-date content from Bitcoin.com’s learning center:https://www.bitcoin.com/get-started/Trade permissionlessly on Bitcoin.com's decentralized Verse DEX where you can also earn yield:https://verse.bitcoin.com/► What is Verse?VERSE, which launched in December 2022, is Bitcoin.com’s rewards and utility token. Get VERSE for free in the Bitcoin.com Wallet app, and use it to earn Bitcoin and other rewards.VERSE is expanding access to DeFi, enabling more people to benefit from democratized finance and the economic freedom it unlocks.—Join our community and follow us for updates ⬇️►X: https://x.com/Bitcoincom►X News Account: https://x.com/BTCTN ►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bitcoin.com_official/►Discord: https://discord.gg/hux4sugcQS►Telegram: https://t.me/GetVerse►LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bitcoin.com/►Linkedin News Account: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bitcoin-com-news/
Bitcoin just closed below $100K for the first time since May — and Crypto Twitter is melting down. But behind the scenes? TradFi buyers are quietly loading up.In this week’s Token Narratives, David and Graham break down the real state of the market:Topics we cover: • Why retail is panicking while TradFi turns extremely bullish • BTC downside scenarios and why $80K could be an “insta-buy” • Solana & XRP ETFs posting strong inflows during the correction • The unraveling of passive DATs and what it means for Bitcoin • Why meme coin season may finally be over • How Bitcoin might be front-running a broader risk-asset “puke” • Global liquidity, government shutdown effects, and macro risks • The truth about airdrops, farming, and the Bitcoin.com Wallet rewards modelThis episode covers sentiment, on-chain flows, ETFs, macro risk, and where Bitcoin could go next.Hosts:Graham Stone (@graminitha1)David Sencil (@_dsencil)00:00 Market Sentiment and Fear Indicators02:52 Bearish Sentiment and Institutional Buyers05:49 Bifurcation of Sentiment in Crypto09:04 Potential Price Floors for Bitcoin11:53 Impact of Traditional Finance on Crypto15:06 Market Reactions to Economic Events17:53 Bitcoin Dominance and Altcoins21:01 Technical Indicators and Market Trends23:59 Liquidity and Government Spending27:12 Institutional Interest in Crypto30:09 The Role of ETFs in the Market33:01 Challenges for Passive Investment Vehicles35:47 The Future of Meme Coins39:00 Solana's Shift in Narrative49:53 The Shift to Zcash and Privacy in Solana51:14 Airdrop Farming: The Controversy Unveiled01:02:03 Building Communities: The Role of Airdrops01:10:12 Uniswap's Fee Switch Proposal and Token Economics#token #crypto #Bitcoin #altcoinsSubscribe to our channel and hit the bell "🔔" icon to get notifications:https://www.youtube.com/bitcoincomofficialchannel?sub_confirmation=1► Who are we?At Bitcoin.com we create tools that bring more economic freedom to the world. Since 2015, Bitcoin.com has been a global leader in introducing newcomers to crypto. We make it easy for anyone to buy, spend, trade, invest, earn, and stay up-to-date on cryptocurrency and the future of finance.Buy, sell, trade, earn, use, and learn crypto with the Bitcoin.com Wallet:https://branch.wallet.bitcoin.com/I1dhGnyGNpbStay informed with timely and objective crypto, published daily:https://news.bitcoin.com/Get educated with up-to-date content from Bitcoin.com’s learning center:https://www.bitcoin.com/get-started/Trade permissionlessly on Bitcoin.com's decentralized Verse DEX where you can also earn yield:https://verse.bitcoin.com/► What is Verse?VERSE, which launched in December 2022, is Bitcoin.com’s rewards and utility token. Get VERSE for free in the Bitcoin.com Wallet app, and use it to earn Bitcoin and other rewards.VERSE is expanding access to DeFi, enabling more people to benefit from democratized finance and the economic freedom it unlocks.—Join our community and follow us for updates ⬇️►X: https://x.com/Bitcoincom►X News Account: https://x.com/BTCTN ►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bitcoin.com_official/►Discord: https://discord.gg/hux4sugcQS►Telegram: https://t.me/GetVerse►LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bitcoin.com/►Linkedin News Account: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bitcoin-com-news/
Chart analyst Pedro Garcia joins Graham Stone and David Sencil to break down the next major Bitcoin move, why institutional players will drive the next alt season, and how prediction markets may turn every decision into a trade.They dive deep into:– The macro setup for Bitcoin and the U.S. dollar– Institutional alt season vs. retail mania– Prediction markets and the financialization of life– AI, inflation, and the fate of the middle class🎙️ Guests:Pedro Garcia — Chart Analyst, DYOR Media Network🎙️ Hosts:Graham StoneDavid Sencil📺 Watch full episodes of Token Narratives every week for the latest in crypto, macro, and markets.00:00 The Dystopian Future of Trading01:43 Market Insights and Predictions07:27 The Role of Altcoins in the Market13:49 Institutional Influence on Alt Seasons19:42 The Financialization of Life25:44 Revenue-Generating Coins and Their Impact31:20 The Rise of Prediction Markets37:40 Dare Markets and Societal Implications41:14 The Impact of Charlie Kirk on Generation Z42:29 Financial Literacy and the Future of Crypto44:32 The Potential of Bitcoin and Wealth Distribution45:30 Decentralization and New Blockchain Opportunities48:09 The Gig Economy: A Double-Edged Sword49:41 The Growing Distrust in Crypto50:06 The Future Ownership of Bitcoin52:05 Inflation and the Middle Class54:41 Generational Cohesion and Economic Outlook58:27 Cultural Differences in Economic Systems01:00:02 The Role of Crypto in Future Economies01:01:21 Wrapping Up: Key Takeaways and Future Insights#crypto #altcoins #Bitcoin #usSubscribe to our channel and hit the bell "🔔" icon to get notifications:https://www.youtube.com/bitcoincomofficialchannel?sub_confirmation=1► Who are we?At Bitcoin.com we create tools that bring more economic freedom to the world. Since 2015, Bitcoin.com has been a global leader in introducing newcomers to crypto. We make it easy for anyone to buy, spend, trade, invest, earn, and stay up-to-date on cryptocurrency and the future of finance.Buy, sell, trade, earn, use, and learn crypto with the Bitcoin.com Wallet:https://branch.wallet.bitcoin.com/I1dhGnyGNpbStay informed with timely and objective crypto, published daily:https://news.bitcoin.com/Get educated with up-to-date content from Bitcoin.com’s learning center:https://www.bitcoin.com/get-started/Trade permissionlessly on Bitcoin.com's decentralized Verse DEX where you can also earn yield:https://verse.bitcoin.com/► What is Verse?VERSE, which launched in December 2022, is Bitcoin.com’s rewards and utility token. Get VERSE for free in the Bitcoin.com Wallet app, and use it to earn Bitcoin and other rewards.VERSE is expanding access to DeFi, enabling more people to benefit from democratized finance and the economic freedom it unlocks.—Join our community and follow us for updates ⬇️►X: https://x.com/Bitcoincom►X News Account: https://x.com/BTCTN ►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bitcoin.com_official/►Discord: https://discord.gg/hux4sugcQS►Telegram: https://t.me/GetVerse►LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bitcoin.com/►Linkedin News Account: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bitcoin-com-news/
Without privacy, Bitcoin loses what made it powerful in the first place.The Vlad Costea explains why censorship resistance depends on privacy — and why Bitcoin could become trackable money without it.From Token Narratives Ep. 77Subscribe to our channel and hit the bell "🔔" icon to get notifications:https://www.youtube.com/bitcoincomofficialchannel?sub_confirmation=1► Who are we?At Bitcoin.com we create tools that bring more economic freedom to the world. Since 2015, Bitcoin.com has been a global leader in introducing newcomers to crypto. We make it easy for anyone to buy, spend, trade, invest, earn, and stay up-to-date on cryptocurrency and the future of finance.Buy, sell, trade, earn, use, and learn crypto with the Bitcoin.com Wallet:https://branch.wallet.bitcoin.com/I1dhGnyGNpbStay informed with timely and objective crypto, published daily:https://news.bitcoin.com/Get educated with up-to-date content from Bitcoin.com’s learning center:https://www.bitcoin.com/get-started/Trade permissionlessly on Bitcoin.com's decentralized Verse DEX where you can also earn yield:https://verse.bitcoin.com/► What is Verse?VERSE, which launched in December 2022, is Bitcoin.com’s rewards and utility token. Get VERSE for free in the Bitcoin.com Wallet app, and use it to earn Bitcoin and other rewards.VERSE is expanding access to DeFi, enabling more people to benefit from democratized finance and the economic freedom it unlocks.—Join our community and follow us for updates ⬇️►X: https://x.com/Bitcoincom►X News Account: https://x.com/BTCTN ►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bitcoin.com_official/►Discord: https://discord.gg/hux4sugcQS►Telegram: https://t.me/GetVerse►LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bitcoin.com/►Linkedin News Account: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bitcoin-com-news/
What if Bitcoin’s biggest feature — its fixed supply — is also its biggest risk?
In this clip from Token Narratives Ep. 76, David Sencil and Graham Stone debate Graham’s base case that Bitcoin’s 21 million cap will eventually be lifted to introduce tail emissions — a small, consensus-driven inflation rate to secure the network long-term.
Timestamps:
00:00 Market Sentiment and Bearish Trends
17:02 Bullish Perspectives Amidst Bearish Sentiment
27:54 The Case for Sound Money and Economic Stability
33:57 The Nature of Money and Bitcoin's Role
39:57 The Evolution of Financial Literacy and Trading
40:30 Bitcoin vs. Cash: The Medium of Exchange Debate
46:42 The Future of Bitcoin's Security and Monetary Policy
49:21 Ethereum's Struggles and the Exodus of Developers
01:07:05 Utility vs. Value: The Ethereum Dilemma
Subscribe to our channel and hit the bell "🔔" icon to get notifications:https://www.youtube.com/bitcoincomofficialchannel?sub_confirmation=1► Who are we?At Bitcoin.com we create tools that bring more economic freedom to the world. Since 2015, Bitcoin.com has been a global leader in introducing newcomers to crypto. We make it easy for anyone to buy, spend, trade, invest, earn, and stay up-to-date on cryptocurrency and the future of finance.Buy, sell, trade, earn, use, and learn crypto with the Bitcoin.com Wallet:https://branch.wallet.bitcoin.com/I1dhGnyGNpbStay informed with timely and objective crypto, published daily:https://news.bitcoin.com/Get educated with up-to-date content from Bitcoin.com’s learning center:https://www.bitcoin.com/get-started/Trade permissionlessly on Bitcoin.com's decentralized Verse DEX where you can also earn yield:https://verse.bitcoin.com/► What is Verse?VERSE, which launched in December 2022, is Bitcoin.com’s rewards and utility token. Get VERSE for free in the Bitcoin.com Wallet app, and use it to earn Bitcoin and other rewards.VERSE is expanding access to DeFi, enabling more people to benefit from democratized finance and the economic freedom it unlocks.—Join our community and follow us for updates ⬇️►X: https://x.com/Bitcoincom►X News Account: https://x.com/BTCTN ►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bitcoin.com_official/►Discord: https://discord.gg/hux4sugcQS►Telegram: https://t.me/GetVerse►LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bitcoin.com/►Linkedin News Account: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bitcoin-com-news/
Why is the U.S. still handling seized Bitcoin like it’s a pawn shop item?
In this episode of Token Narratives, co-founder of @wavedigital_ Les Borsai (@lesborsai) joins @_dsencil and @graminitha1 for a wide-ranging conversation on:
• How poor coordination across federal agencies puts billions in seized crypto at risk
• Why Bitcoin is outpacing gold despite its youth
• The missed opportunity of idle government-held crypto assets
• Self-custody vs manipulation — and why the stablecoin narrative is just getting started
• The parallels between music rights and blockchain innovation
This one covers everything from T-bills to tokenized debt markets — and why we’re still early.
Timestamps:
00:00 The Evolution of Crypto Tracking
01:56 Market Trends and Bitcoin's Future
05:55 The Role of Technology in Crypto Adoption
10:04 Gold vs. Bitcoin: A Comparative Analysis
13:49 The Impact of Central Banks on Gold and Bitcoin
17:47 Regulatory Challenges and Market Manipulation
21:50 Confiscated Assets and Government Involvement
39:07 Understanding Liability in Digital Asset Custody
40:36 Challenges in Government Asset Management
41:41 The Complexity of Cryptocurrency Seizures
43:07 The Need for Qualified Custodians
44:14 Tracking Government Seized Assets
45:34 The Value of Government Bitcoin Holdings
46:52 Missed Opportunities with Seized Assets
47:44 Risks of Liquidation and Tracking Issues
49:27 Training Law Enforcement on Crypto Security
50:55 The Role of Crypto in Government Revenue
52:08 Global Perspectives on Asset Confiscation
54:50 The Future of Government Crypto Management
56:31 The Intersection of Music and Technology
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This week on Token Narratives (Ep. 74): • Why prediction markets might be the next big narrative • NYSE invests $2B into Polymarket — what it means • The rise and immediate fall of the BNB meme coin season • Gold hits ATH, BTC lags — is a $200K breakout coming? • The “debasement trade” explained (and challenged) • Why “everything is a meme coin”… including BitcoinJoin David Sencil and Graham Stone as they break down the fastest narrative cycles yet in crypto, and what might be coming next.#polymarket #BTC #memecoins #cryptoSubscribe to our channel and hit the bell "🔔" icon to get notifications:https://www.youtube.com/bitcoincomofficialchannel?sub_confirmation=1► Who are we?At Bitcoin.com we create tools that bring more economic freedom to the world. Since 2015, Bitcoin.com has been a global leader in introducing newcomers to crypto. We make it easy for anyone to buy, spend, trade, invest, earn, and stay up-to-date on cryptocurrency and the future of finance.Buy, sell, trade, earn, use, and learn crypto with the Bitcoin.com Wallet:https://branch.wallet.bitcoin.com/I1dhGnyGNpbStay informed with timely and objective crypto, published daily:https://news.bitcoin.com/Get educated with up-to-date content from Bitcoin.com’s learning center:https://www.bitcoin.com/get-started/Trade permissionlessly on Bitcoin.com's decentralized Verse DEX where you can also earn yield:https://verse.bitcoin.com/► What is Verse?VERSE, which launched in December 2022, is Bitcoin.com’s rewards and utility token. Get VERSE for free in the Bitcoin.com Wallet app, and use it to earn Bitcoin and other rewards.VERSE is expanding access to DeFi, enabling more people to benefit from democratized finance and the economic freedom it unlocks.—Join our community and follow us for updates ⬇️►X: https://x.com/Bitcoincom►X News Account: https://x.com/BTCTN ►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bitcoin.com_official/►Discord: https://discord.gg/hux4sugcQS►Telegram: https://t.me/GetVerse►LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bitcoin.com/►Linkedin News Account: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bitcoin-com-news/
Live from @token2049 in Singapore, David (@_dsencil) and Graham (@graminitha1) sit down with Joe Mattia of @QuantasNetwork to talk about one of the most uncomfortable truths in crypto: Bitcoin is not quantum-safe — and we might already be running out of time.They break down: • The $6.4B bet on quantum in 2025 • Why Tether won’t build its own chain • Plasma hype vs. reality • What happens when BlackRock picks a fork • Whether any chain can upgrade gracefullyThis is not just another bull market episode — it’s a wake-up call for Bitcoiners.#Bitcoin #crypto #Token2049Subscribe to our channel and hit the bell "🔔" icon to get notifications:https://www.youtube.com/bitcoincomofficialchannel?sub_confirmation=1► Who are we?At Bitcoin.com we create tools that bring more economic freedom to the world. Since 2015, Bitcoin.com has been a global leader in introducing newcomers to crypto. We make it easy for anyone to buy, spend, trade, invest, earn, and stay up-to-date on cryptocurrency and the future of finance.Buy, sell, trade, earn, use, and learn crypto with the Bitcoin.com Wallet:https://branch.wallet.bitcoin.com/I1dhGnyGNpbStay informed with timely and objective crypto, published daily:https://news.bitcoin.com/Get educated with up-to-date content from Bitcoin.com’s learning center:https://www.bitcoin.com/get-started/Trade permissionlessly on Bitcoin.com's decentralized Verse DEX where you can also earn yield:https://verse.bitcoin.com/► What is Verse?VERSE, which launched in December 2022, is Bitcoin.com’s rewards and utility token. Get VERSE for free in the Bitcoin.com Wallet app, and use it to earn Bitcoin and other rewards.VERSE is expanding access to DeFi, enabling more people to benefit from democratized finance and the economic freedom it unlocks.—Join our community and follow us for updates ⬇️►X: https://x.com/Bitcoincom►X News Account: https://x.com/BTCTN ►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bitcoin.com_official/►Discord: https://discord.gg/hux4sugcQS►Telegram: https://t.me/GetVerse►LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bitcoin.com/►Linkedin News Account: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bitcoin-com-news/
Bitcoin sits at $117K and the crypto world is buzzing. In episode 71 of Token Narratives, @_dsencil and @graminitha1 break down the biggest stories:
• SEC greenlights generic listing standards → wave of spot crypto ETFs
• Fed cuts rates: what it means for Q4 and beyond
• Gemini IPO and BASE token rumors
• ETH exit queue swelling to 45 days
• Solana momentum & Pump.fun streamer chaos
Plus, a look ahead to Korea Blockchain Week with live coverage, giveaways, and more.
Timestamps:
00:00 The State of Crypto Markets
03:05 Government Influence on Crypto Regulations
06:06 The Impact of Federal Reserve Policies
09:12 Market Reactions and Economic Indicators
12:11 Understanding the FOMC's Decision-Making
15:13 The Role of Risk Management in Monetary Policy
18:08 The PumpFun Phenomenon
21:12 Controversies in Streaming and Token Economics
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40:48 The Base Token Debate
44:08 Ethereum's Validator Exit Queue
55:26 The Ethereum vs Solana Debate
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Crypto’s caught between two worlds this week: the algorithmic rage machine and the quiet power of stablecoins.@graminitha1 and @_dsencil on: • The USDH scramble • The corpo chain wave • Why Ethereum should be worried • And yes… Pokemon.Full Token Narratives ep. 70 🎧👇#crypto #stablecoins #Pokemon #USDHSubscribe to our channel and hit the bell "🔔" icon to get notifications:https://www.youtube.com/bitcoincomofficialchannel?sub_confirmation=1► Who are we?At Bitcoin.com we create tools that bring more economic freedom to the world. Since 2015, Bitcoin.com has been a global leader in introducing newcomers to crypto. We make it easy for anyone to buy, spend, trade, invest, earn, and stay up-to-date on cryptocurrency and the future of finance.Buy, sell, trade, earn, use, and learn crypto with the Bitcoin.com Wallet:https://branch.wallet.bitcoin.com/I1dhGnyGNpbStay informed with timely and objective crypto, published daily:https://news.bitcoin.com/Get educated with up-to-date content from Bitcoin.com’s learning center:https://www.bitcoin.com/get-started/Trade permissionlessly on Bitcoin.com's decentralized Verse DEX where you can also earn yield:https://verse.bitcoin.com/► What is Verse?VERSE, which launched in December 2022, is Bitcoin.com’s rewards and utility token. Get VERSE for free in the Bitcoin.com Wallet app, and use it to earn Bitcoin and other rewards.VERSE is expanding access to DeFi, enabling more people to benefit from democratized finance and the economic freedom it unlocks.—Join our community and follow us for updates ⬇️►X: https://x.com/Bitcoincom►X News Account: https://x.com/BTCTN ►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bitcoin.com_official/►Discord: https://discord.gg/hux4sugcQS►Telegram: https://t.me/GetVerse►LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bitcoin.com/►Linkedin News Account: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bitcoin-com-news/
In episode 69 of Token Narratives, @_dsencil and @graminitha1 dive into one of the most controversial token launches of the year: World Liberty Financial ($WLFI). Is the Trump family cashing in on crypto?They also break down: • Why Ray Dalio’s latest post had Graham reallocating out of USD • The hidden drama behind Justin Sun’s frozen wallets • KOLs taking $60K for undisclosed shill tweets • Ethereum vs. permissioned chains for RWAs — who’s actually right? • Japan’s unique position as crypto’s next breakout hubDon’t miss the sharpest commentary in crypto.Subscribe to our channel and hit the bell "🔔" icon to get notifications:https://www.youtube.com/bitcoincomofficialchannel?sub_confirmation=1► Who are we?At Bitcoin.com we create tools that bring more economic freedom to the world. Since 2015, Bitcoin.com has been a global leader in introducing newcomers to crypto. We make it easy for anyone to buy, spend, trade, invest, earn, and stay up-to-date on cryptocurrency and the future of finance.Buy, sell, trade, earn, use, and learn crypto with the Bitcoin.com Wallet:https://branch.wallet.bitcoin.com/I1dhGnyGNpbStay informed with timely and objective crypto, published daily:https://news.bitcoin.com/Get educated with up-to-date content from Bitcoin.com’s learning center:https://www.bitcoin.com/get-started/Trade permissionlessly on Bitcoin.com's decentralized Verse DEX where you can also earn yield:https://verse.bitcoin.com/► What is Verse?VERSE, which launched in December 2022, is Bitcoin.com’s rewards and utility token. Get VERSE for free in the Bitcoin.com Wallet app, and use it to earn Bitcoin and other rewards.VERSE is expanding access to DeFi, enabling more people to benefit from democratized finance and the economic freedom it unlocks.—Join our community and follow us for updates ⬇️►X: https://x.com/Bitcoincom►X News Account: https://x.com/BTCTN ►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bitcoin.com_official/►Discord: https://discord.gg/hux4sugcQS►Telegram: https://t.me/GetVerse►LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bitcoin.com/►Linkedin News Account: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bitcoin-com-news/
ETF outflows. NAV compression. Meme coin mania.In Token Narratives Ep. 66, @_dsencil and @graminitha1 break down:– Market sentiment turning bearish– Is the DAT meta already over?– MSTR’s “credit amplification” pyramid– $YZY’s $3B pump-and-dump🎧 Full episode: [Insert link]“Yeah… yup… it’s still a scam.”Subscribe to our channel and hit the bell "🔔" icon to get notifications:https://www.youtube.com/bitcoincomofficialchannel?sub_confirmation=1► Who are we?At Bitcoin.com we create tools that bring more economic freedom to the world. Since 2015, Bitcoin.com has been a global leader in introducing newcomers to crypto. We make it easy for anyone to buy, spend, trade, invest, earn, and stay up-to-date on cryptocurrency and the future of finance.Buy, sell, trade, earn, use, and learn crypto with the Bitcoin.com Wallet:https://branch.wallet.bitcoin.com/I1dhGnyGNpbStay informed with timely and objective crypto, published daily:https://news.bitcoin.com/Get educated with up-to-date content from Bitcoin.com’s learning center:https://www.bitcoin.com/get-started/Trade permissionlessly on Bitcoin.com's decentralized Verse DEX where you can also earn yield:https://verse.bitcoin.com/► What is Verse?VERSE, which launched in December 2022, is Bitcoin.com’s rewards and utility token. Get VERSE for free in the Bitcoin.com Wallet app, and use it to earn Bitcoin and other rewards.VERSE is expanding access to DeFi, enabling more people to benefit from democratized finance and the economic freedom it unlocks.—Join our community and follow us for updates ⬇️►X: https://x.com/Bitcoincom►X News Account: https://x.com/BTCTN ►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bitcoin.com_official/►Discord: https://discord.gg/hux4sugcQS►Telegram: https://t.me/GetVerse►LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bitcoin.com/►Linkedin News Account: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bitcoin-com-news/
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Bitcoin’s latest all-time high feels… bearish? ETH hype goes into overdrive with $25K predictions, Monero weathers a 51% attack, and Google’s wallet ban snafu ends up hurting Google more than crypto.
In Token Narratives ep. 65, @_dsencil and @graminitha1 break down:
Why Bitcoin’s $124K ATH didn’t feel bullish
The surge in ETH optimism and record ETF inflows
How Monero’s 51% attack unfolded and what it means for Bitcoin
Google’s app store power over self-custody wallets
Why Solana Mobile could be well-timed
Plus, shoutouts to @xenumonero for Monero insights and @lazyvillager1 for spotting the market’s reaction to Google’s misstep.
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Sponsor: BitcoinOSBe early to Bitcoin again – join the $BOS presale: https://origins.sovryn.app/boshttps://x.com/BTC_OSJoin Graham, David & Corbin on Token Narratives Ep. 64 as they unpack:🕵️♂️ Why Tornado Cash and other privacy protocols are in the crosshairs📉 What a Fed rate cut in September could mean for crypto markets💼 Trump’s executive order opening 401(k) plans to Bitcoin & altcoinsWatch on for deep dives, market analysis, and real-world implications for your portfolio.⏱️ Timestamps00:00 – Intro & Hook00:30 – Privacy Protocol Crackdown (Tornado Cash & Samurai Wallet)08:07 – Fed Rate-Cut Forecast for September09:55 – Trump’s Crypto-Friendly 401(k) Executive Order19:34 – Long-Term Crypto Strategy in Washington29:56 – Stablecoins & Payment Friction Abroad59:14 – Decentralization’s Renaissance#Trump #crypto #tornadocash Subscribe to our channel and hit the bell "🔔" icon to get notifications:https://www.youtube.com/bitcoincomofficialchannel?sub_confirmation=1► Who are we?At Bitcoin.com we create tools that bring more economic freedom to the world. Since 2015, Bitcoin.com has been a global leader in introducing newcomers to crypto. We make it easy for anyone to buy, spend, trade, invest, earn, and stay up-to-date on cryptocurrency and the future of finance.Buy, sell, trade, earn, use, and learn crypto with the Bitcoin.com Wallet:https://branch.wallet.bitcoin.com/I1dhGnyGNpbStay informed with timely and objective crypto, published daily:https://news.bitcoin.com/Get educated with up-to-date content from Bitcoin.com’s learning center:https://www.bitcoin.com/get-started/Trade permissionlessly on Bitcoin.com's decentralized Verse DEX where you can also earn yield:https://verse.bitcoin.com/► What is Verse?VERSE, which launched in December 2022, is Bitcoin.com’s rewards and utility token. Get VERSE for free in the Bitcoin.com Wallet app, and use it to earn Bitcoin and other rewards.VERSE is expanding access to DeFi, enabling more people to benefit from democratized finance and the economic freedom it unlocks.—Join our community and follow us for updates ⬇️►X: https://x.com/Bitcoincom►X News Account: https://x.com/BTCTN ►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bitcoin.com_official/►Discord: https://discord.gg/hux4sugcQS►Telegram: https://t.me/GetVerse►LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bitcoin.com/►Linkedin News Account: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bitcoin-com-news/
Sponsor: Bitcoin OS Be early to Bitcoin again – join the $BOS presale: https://origins.sovryn.app/bos https://x.com/BTC_OS In Ep. 63 of Token Narratives, David Sencil (@_dsencil) and Graham Initha (@graminitha1) break down: • Ray Dalio’s calls for a 15% allocation to gold or Bitcoin—and what that means for your portfolio (21:24) • Key Bitcoin price zones to watch if you’re sitting on dry powder (04:14) • A novel over-collateralized Bitcoin-backed stablecoin that could reshape dollar liquidity in DeFi (50:34) ► Watch the full episode on YouTube/Rumble ► Follow & join the conversation: • @_dsencil on X • @graminitha1 on X ► Subscribe for weekly deep dives into crypto’s biggest narratives ——— Sponsor: Bitcoin OS Be early to Bitcoin again – join the $BOS presale: https://origins.sovryn.app/bos https://x.com/BTC_OS Subscribe to our channel and hit the bell "🔔" icon to get notifications:https://www.youtube.com/bitcoincomofficialchannel?sub_confirmation=1► Who are we?At Bitcoin.com we create tools that bring more economic freedom to the world. Since 2015, Bitcoin.com has been a global leader in introducing newcomers to crypto. We make it easy for anyone to buy, spend, trade, invest, earn, and stay up-to-date on cryptocurrency and the future of finance.Buy, sell, trade, earn, use, and learn crypto with the Bitcoin.com Wallet:https://branch.wallet.bitcoin.com/I1dhGnyGNpbStay informed with timely and objective crypto, published daily:https://news.bitcoin.com/Get educated with up-to-date content from Bitcoin.com’s learning center:https://www.bitcoin.com/get-started/Trade permissionlessly on Bitcoin.com's decentralized Verse DEX where you can also earn yield:https://verse.bitcoin.com/► What is Verse?VERSE, which launched in December 2022, is Bitcoin.com’s rewards and utility token. Get VERSE for free in the Bitcoin.com Wallet app, and use it to earn Bitcoin and other rewards.VERSE is expanding access to DeFi, enabling more people to benefit from democratized finance and the economic freedom it unlocks.—Join our community and follow us for updates ⬇️►X: https://x.com/Bitcoincom►X News Account: https://x.com/BTCTN ►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bitcoin.com_official/►Discord: https://discord.gg/hux4sugcQS►Telegram: https://t.me/GetVerse►LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bitcoin.com/►Linkedin News Account: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bitcoin-com-news/
In this episode of Token Narratives, @_dsencil, @graminitha1, and @andrei_rwa debate whether Bitcoin is becoming a systemic threat to the global financial system.
Topics this week:
🔹 The “Big Long” Bitcoin thesis — is BTC a Trojan horse?
🔹 ETH flipping BTC on ETF flows
🔹 Why alt season may already be over
🔹 Solana’s meme coin problem
🔹 MicroStrategy: infinite upside or zero?
Plus: David and Graham both swear they don’t hold Bitcoin. Probably for the best.
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