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Welcome to Galaxy Brains, hosted by Alex Thorn, Head of Research at Galaxy. Our weekly podcast provides insights and analysis on trends and events across the cryptocurrency ecosystem. Each week Alex will be joined by members of the research team to discuss the latest developments on all things crypto and blockchain technology.

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Welcome to Galaxy Brains, hosted by Alex Thorn, Head of Research at Galaxy. Our weekly podcast provides insights and analysis on trends and events across the cryptocurrency ecosystem. Each week Alex will be joined by members of the research team to discuss the latest developments on all things crypto and blockchain technology.

    SEC Unexpectedly Expedites ETH ETF w/ Eric Balchunas

    SEC Unexpectedly Expedites ETH ETF w/ Eric Balchunas

    Alex Thorn talks with Eric Balchunas (Bloomberg Intelligence) about the SEC moving forward on Ethereum spot ETF applications after months of radio silence, as well as how the political climate appears to be shifting in crypto’s favor. Alex also talks with Beimnet Abebe (Galaxy Trading) about markets.

    This episode was recorded on Wednesday, May 22, 2024.
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    Follow us on Twitter, @glxyresearch, and read our research at www.galaxy.com/research/ to learn more! This podcast, and the information contained herein, has been provided to you by Galaxy Digital Holdings LP and its affiliates (“Galaxy Digital”) solely for informational purposes. View the full disclaimer at www.galaxy.com/disclaimer-galaxy-brains-podcast/

    • 55 min
    Where Crypto Goes Next w/ Mike Novogratz

    Where Crypto Goes Next w/ Mike Novogratz

    Alex Thorn talks with Galaxy founder and CEO Mike Novogratz about Galaxy earnings, crypto market cycles, macro data, and politics.
    This episode was recorded on Wednesday, May 15, 2024.
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    Follow us on Twitter, @glxyresearch, and read our research at www.galaxy.com/research/ to learn more! This podcast, and the information contained herein, has been provided to you by Galaxy Digital Holdings LP and its affiliates (“Galaxy Digital”) solely for informational purposes. View the full disclaimer at www.galaxy.com/disclaimer-galaxy-brains-podcast/

    • 46 min
    Why Stablecoins Make Sense w/ Austin Campbell

    Why Stablecoins Make Sense w/ Austin Campbell

    Alex Thorn talks with Austin Campbell (Columbia Business School) about stablecoins and regulation in the US. Alex also talks with Beimnet Abebe (Galaxy Trading) about markets.
    This episode was recorded on Wednesday, May 9, 2024.
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    Follow us on Twitter, @glxyresearch, and read our research at www.galaxy.com/research/ to learn more! This podcast, and the information contained herein, has been provided to you by Galaxy Digital Holdings LP and its affiliates (“Galaxy Digital”) solely for informational purposes. View the full disclaimer at www.galaxy.com/disclaimer-galaxy-brains-podcast/

    • 1 hr 19 min
    Bitcoin Fees & Governance w/ Murch (Chaincode)

    Bitcoin Fees & Governance w/ Murch (Chaincode)

    Alex Thorn talks with Murch from Chaincode Labs, a self-described "mempool weatherman" who is well-known for his research into Bitcoin transaction fees, the "mempool," and bitcoin development. Much was also just added as a BIP editor, a maintainer of the repository of Bitcoin improvement proposals. They discuss the future fee environment in light of the recent halving, as well as the future of Bitcoin development. Alex also talks with Beimnet Abebe (Galaxy Trading) about the Federal Reserve's FOMC meeting this week, and what it means for the economy and risk assets. Alex and Beimnet also discuss the latest crypto market activity.
    This episode was recorded on Wednesday, April 25, 2024.
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    Follow us on Twitter, @glxyresearch, and read our research at www.galaxy.com/research/ to learn more! This podcast, and the information contained herein, has been provided to you by Galaxy Digital Holdings LP and its affiliates (“Galaxy Digital”) solely for informational purposes. View the full disclaimer at www.galaxy.com/disclaimer-galaxy-brains-podcast/

    • 1 hr 8 min
    Bitcoin Mining After the Halving w/ Brian Wright (Galaxy)

    Bitcoin Mining After the Halving w/ Brian Wright (Galaxy)

    Alex Thorn talks with Brian Wright, co-head of Bitcoin Mining at Galaxy, about the halving, transaction fees, Runes & Ordinals, and more. Alex also talks with Beimnet Abebe (Galaxy Trading) about markets. Alex raps with Captain Youth (@elcaptainyouth) about Bitcoin.
    This episode was recorded on Wednesday, April 24, 2024.
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    Follow us on Twitter, @glxyresearch, and read our research at www.galaxy.com/research/ to learn more! This podcast, and the information contained herein, has been provided to you by Galaxy Digital Holdings LP and its affiliates (“Galaxy Digital”) solely for informational purposes. View the full disclaimer at www.galaxy.com/disclaimer-galaxy-brains-podcast/

    • 47 min
    Bitcoin Cycles and Halvings w/ Sam Callahan (Swan)

    Bitcoin Cycles and Halvings w/ Sam Callahan (Swan)

    Alex Thorn talks with Sam Callahan, Senior Analyst at Swan, about bitcoin price cycles, the bitcoin halving, macro conditions, and stablecoin regulations. Alex also talks with Beimnet Abebe from Galaxy Trading about markets.
    This episode was recorded on Wednesday, April 17, 2024.
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    Follow us on Twitter, @glxyresearch, and read our research at www.galaxy.com/research/ to learn more! This podcast, and the information contained herein, has been provided to you by Galaxy Digital Holdings LP and its affiliates (“Galaxy Digital”) solely for informational purposes. View the full disclaimer at www.galaxy.com/disclaimer-galaxy-brains-podcast/

    • 52 min

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