Token Narratives Podcast

Bitcoin.com

Join the Bitcoin.com crew as they discuss the hottest narratives in the Bitcoin and cryptoverse.

  1. Crypto Predictions: What We Got Wrong in 2025 — And What Actually Matters in 2026

    9 JAN

    Crypto Predictions: What We Got Wrong in 2025 — And What Actually Matters in 2026

    In this episode of Token Narratives, we revisit our biggest crypto predictions from 2025 — the wins, the misses, and the narratives that completely fell apart. Then we look ahead to 2026, covering: • Bitcoin dominance and why it may keep rising • ETH vs Solana and the problem of value accrual • Prediction markets, insiders, and edge decay • Trump-era macro, liquidity, and geopolitics • Why network usage doesn’t automatically mean token value Are crypto markets finally getting smarter — or are we repeating the same mistakes again? 🎙️ Hosted by: Graham Stone (@graminitha1) David Sencil (@_dsencil) 00:00 Bitcoin L2s: Hype vs. Reality 09:10 The Privacy Dilemma in Bitcoin 12:06 Bitcoin ETFs: Expectations vs. Reality 13:54 AI and Crypto: A Missed Opportunity 16:56 Geopolitical Predictions and Their Outcomes 18:11 NFTs: The Downward Trend 20:01 Price Predictions: A Year of Misses 24:01 Prediction Markets: The Future of Betting 28:49 Quantum FUD: A Fading Concern 34:08 Ethereum vs. Solana: The Battle for Dominance 39:39 Bitcoin's Market Position and Predictions 42:15 The Impact of Macro Trends on Crypto 46:47 Institutional Adoption and Market Dynamics 50:49 Bitcoin's Value Relative to Gold 53:33 Volatility and Market Predictions for 2026 56:15 Mergers and Acquisitions in Crypto 01:00:16 Stablecoins and Institutional Trends 01:03:25 Emerging Technologies and Market Trends 01:05:20 Robinhood vs. Coinbase: The Financial Super App Debate

    1h 13m
  2. Crypto’s Biggest Stories of 2025 | End-of-Year Recap (Token Narratives Ep. 85)

    31/12/2025

    Crypto’s Biggest Stories of 2025 | End-of-Year Recap (Token Narratives Ep. 85)

    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. — 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

    1h 58m
  3. Is Bitcoin Becoming Wall Street’s Asset? | Token Narratives EP. 83 (Live at Bitcoin MENA)

    12/12/2025

    Is Bitcoin Becoming Wall Street’s Asset? | Token Narratives EP. 83 (Live at Bitcoin MENA)

    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/

    52 min
  4. Is the Golden Age of Crypto Over? | Token Narratives Ep. 82

    05/12/2025

    Is the Golden Age of Crypto Over? | Token Narratives Ep. 82

    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/

    58 min

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