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Why Memes May Be The Most Valuable RWAs We Ever Tokenize

Why Memes May Be The Most Valuable RWAs We Ever TokenizeIn a series of events that could arguably be mistaken with the plot of a blockbuster sci-fi film, crypto’s collective community has given new meaning to the phrase “we’re so back”. Having journeyed to hell and back, we’ve seen the thorn in crypto’s side, Gary Gensler, swiftly ousted in light of the incoming ‘tech-forward’ Trump […]

Samson Mow Says US Government Will Acquire More BTC for Strategic Bitcoin Reserve To Beat China’s Holdings

A Red Week With a Silver Lining

A Red Week With a Silver LiningRed dominated the crypto charts last week, but beyond the market sell-off, one positive is that meme coin mania may finally be losing steam. This editorial is from last week’s edition of the Week in Review newsletter. Subscribe to the weekly newsletter to get the editorial the second it’s finished. Bitcoin Bleeds, but Meme Coin […]

Samson Mow Says US Government Will Acquire More BTC for Strategic Bitcoin Reserve To Beat China’s Holdings

The Left’s Fear of Financial Freedom: Elizabeth Warren’s Letter to David Sacks

The Left’s Fear of Financial Freedom: Elizabeth Warren’s Letter to David SacksSenator Elizabeth Warren has launched yet another attack on cryptocurrency, this time targeting David Sacks, President Trump’s appointed Crypto Czar, with accusations that reveal more about her hostility toward free markets than any genuine concern for ethics. Elizabeth Warren’s Latest Attempt to Undermine Free Enterprise In a letter addressed to David Sacks, Elizabeth Warren (D.-Mass.) […]

Samson Mow Says US Government Will Acquire More BTC for Strategic Bitcoin Reserve To Beat China’s Holdings

ETH Denver: What Really Happened

ETH Denver: What Really HappenedTwenty-five thousand enthusiastic fans from all over the world converged on the Mile High City last week, but murmurings of a leadership vacuum at the Ethereum Foundation persisted. Breaking Down ETH Denver: The Good, The Bad, and The Weird Even before flying into Denver, Colorado last Wednesday, I fully expected the fractured morale in the […]

Samson Mow Says US Government Will Acquire More BTC for Strategic Bitcoin Reserve To Beat China’s Holdings

Latam Insights Encore: IMF’s Deal Is Clear: Want Funds? Drop Bitcoin!

Latam Insights Encore: IMF’s Deal Is Clear: Want Funds? Drop Bitcoin!Welcome to Latam Insights Encore, a deep dive into Latin America’s most relevant economic and crypto news from the past week. This edition examines how the dynamics between the IMF and the Salvadoran government can serve as a framework for countries seeking to engage with bitcoin and the institution. Latam Insights Encore: IMF to Model […]

Samson Mow Says US Government Will Acquire More BTC for Strategic Bitcoin Reserve To Beat China’s Holdings

From LIBRA to Bybit, but Still Bullish

From LIBRA to Bybit, but Still BullishA meme coin scandal from a nation state, a record breaking exchange hack, and market volatility—last week was a crazy one. This editorial is from last week’s edition of the Week in Review newsletter. Subscribe to the weekly newsletter to get the editorial the second it’s finished. Despite the LIBRA Scam and the Bybit Hack, […]

Samson Mow Says US Government Will Acquire More BTC for Strategic Bitcoin Reserve To Beat China’s Holdings

Latam Insights Encore: Tether Prepares for Business Model Erosion, Doubling Down in Latam

Latam Insights Encore: Tether Prepares for Business Model Erosion, Doubling Down in LatamWelcome to Latam Insights Encore, a deep dive into Latin America’s most relevant economic and cryptocurrency news from the past week. This edition examines how Tether is expanding both its foothold and its business to pivot from a model that is on the verge of a dramatic expansion to a Latam-focused general crypto company. Latam […]

Samson Mow Says US Government Will Acquire More BTC for Strategic Bitcoin Reserve To Beat China’s Holdings

Bitcoin vs. the Dollar: Why Trust Matters More Than You Think

Bitcoin vs. the Dollar: Why Trust Matters More Than You ThinkUnderstanding money is hard—especially when we don’t ask how it works. Wait, So What Is the U.S. Dollar Backed By? Alex leaned forward at the coffee shop table. “You criticize bitcoin, but do you know how the U.S. dollar works?” John hesitated. “Gold… right? Or something physical?” “That stopped in 1971,” Alex replied. “The dollar […]

Samson Mow Says US Government Will Acquire More BTC for Strategic Bitcoin Reserve To Beat China’s Holdings

Beware the Bitcoin Yield and BTCfi Larps: A Veteran’s Cautionary Tale

Beware the Bitcoin Yield and BTCfi Larps: A Veteran’s Cautionary TaleHaving spent over a decade immersed in the cryptocurrency space, I’ve seen countless projects make grand promises—many touting revolutionary returns and cutting-edge decentralized technology. Today, however, a trend has emerged where “Bitcoin DeFi” or “BTCfi” projects present themselves as decentralized marvels using slick dApps, crypto lingo, and smart contracts. Yet behind the scenes, centralized actors […]

Samson Mow Says US Government Will Acquire More BTC for Strategic Bitcoin Reserve To Beat China’s Holdings

Latam Insights Encore: Libra Might Benefit Argentina’s Crypto Policy After All

Latam Insights Encore: Libra Might Benefit Argentina’s Crypto Policy After AllWelcome to Latam Insights Encore, a deep dive into Latin America’s most relevant economic and cryptocurrency news from the past week. This edition examines how the recent debacle of Libra, a token endorsed by Argentine President Javier Milei, might become a positive event for the future of Argentina’s crypto policy. Latam Insights Encore: Javier Milei’s […]

Samson Mow Says US Government Will Acquire More BTC for Strategic Bitcoin Reserve To Beat China’s Holdings