About this episode
This week, Rebecca Rettig joins the show to discuss the latest happening in Washington and what it means for crypto. We deep dive into the Clarity act, how to regulate prediction markets, who's crypto's enemy now, the state of crypto VC, LayerZero's Zero announcement and more. Enjoy!
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Referenced In The Show: https://open.spotify.com/episode/67w8irQ06j6ZH38FsXSShf?si=5633bb7bb6a248b9&nd=1&dlsi=d7d519562e884e70
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Timestsamps:
(00:00) Introduction
(01:57) The State of Crypto Policy In DC
(27:24) Coinbase Ad
(28:08) Das Plug
(28:34) Prediction Markets
(36:50) Who’s Crypto’s Enemy Now?
(52:35) The State of Crypto VC
(01:01:15) LayerZero’s Zero Announcement
(01:13:01) Content of The Week
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Disclaimer: Nothing said on Empire is a recommendation to buy or sell securities or tokens. This podcast is for informational purposes only, and any views expressed by anyone on the show are solely our opinions, not financial advice. Santiago, Jason, Rob and our guests may hold positions in the companies, funds, or projects discussed.
