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A daily analysis of macroeconomics, bitcoin, geopolitics and big picture power shifts, hosted by Nathaniel Whittemore @nlw. The Breakdown is part of The Breakdown Network.

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A daily analysis of macroeconomics, bitcoin, geopolitics and big picture power shifts, hosted by Nathaniel Whittemore @nlw. The Breakdown is part of The Breakdown Network.

    Crypto Reacts to the Lummis-Gillibrand Stablecoin Bill

    Crypto Reacts to the Lummis-Gillibrand Stablecoin Bill

    Senators Lummis and Gillibrand are back with new crypto legislation, this time focused on stablecoins. Bullish, bearish or something in between?
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    Consensus 2024 is happening May 29-31 in Austin, Texas. This year marks the tenth annual Consensus, making it the largest and longest-running event dedicated to all sides of crypto, blockchain and Web3. Use code BREAKDOWN to get 15% off your pass at https://go.coindesk.com/3PWW96A.
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    Is The Bitcoin Rally Over Early?

    Is The Bitcoin Rally Over Early?

    As malaise sets in, this narrative is taking hold. NLW isn't so sure.
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    • 13 min
    The UK Heading Towards Stablecoin Rules

    The UK Heading Towards Stablecoin Rules

    NLW does a whistlestop tour of global AI regulation and market updates.
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    • 15 min
    The Market Reacts to Iran's Attack and Geopolitical Insecurity

    The Market Reacts to Iran's Attack and Geopolitical Insecurity

    Crypto and tradfi markets were already getting hammered heading into the weekend, when new geopolitical instability and conflict made things even shakier.

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    • 13 min
    The Inevitability of the Fight Against DeFi

    The Inevitability of the Fight Against DeFi

    A reading and discussion inspired by https://www.coindesk.com/consensus-magazine/2024/04/11/the-secs-suit-against-unswap-is-an-opening-attack-against-defi/
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    • 9 min
    The Five Most Important Stories in Crypto This Week

    The Five Most Important Stories in Crypto This Week

    Recorded live with Scott Melker on Friday, April 12. They discuss Bitcoin price predictions, Elizabeth Warren's latest attacks and more
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Customer Reviews

4.9 out of 5
694 Ratings

694 Ratings

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NLW is a class act

Balanced approach to the asset class. He is a must listen.

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Dejalu5 ,

Great pod, but lately inconsistent with publishing times.

NLW has traditionally been right on the money when it comes to addressing the hottest topics in crypto, but since he’s left Coindesk, he’s a bit inconsistent with daily releases. This wouldn’t be such a bad thing if he explained why he’s changed his scheduling, but his listener is left guessing.
The inconsistent coffee machine is soon lain aside.
C’mon NLW, get back in the saddle!

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