The clock is ticking on meaningful crypto regulation in the US, and the consequences of continued inaction could be dire. In this episode of Decentralize with Cointelegraph, reporter Vince Quill sits down with Marta Belcher, president of the Blockchain Association and the Filecoin Foundation, to explore the urgent need for legislative clarity befor…

Is Bitcoin still the decentralized money movement it set out to be — or has it been co-opted by politics and institutions? In this week’s Byte-Sized Insight, Gareth Jenkinson travels to Las Vegas for Bitcoin 2025, where political figures, Bitcoin treasury companies, and institutional giants shared the stage. Featuring interviews with Metaplanet’s D…

This week on Decentralize with Cointelegraph, we’re diving into the often-overlooked engine behind crypto’s public perception: opinion pieces. Joining us are Cath Jenkin, Cointelegraph’s opinion editor; Nikki Brown, chief strategy officer of Melrose PR; and Amal Ibraymi, legal counsel at Aztec Network. Together, we unpack the true power of op-eds i…

This week on Byte-Sized Insight, we’re heading to Capitol Hill, where US lawmakers are finally making moves on crypto regulation. From the Senate advancing the GENIUS Act — a major step toward federal stablecoin rules — to the reintroduction of the Blockchain Regulatory Certainty Act, which could protect developers from outdated licensing laws, cry…

This week on Byte-Sized Insight, we’re diving into MiCA — the EU’s landmark crypto regulation — as it enters a critical implementation phase. From stablecoin restrictions to emerging licensing hurdles, what does MiCA mean for crypto’s future in Europe? Tether has already said it won’t play ball. Meanwhile, companies like BitGo are racing to comply …

Can blockchain redefine the way student loans are financed and repaid? On the heels of Ripple’s $25 million donation to Teach for America, we connect the dots between initiatives building the infrastructure for Web3 adoption. In this episode of Byte-Sized Insight, Animoca Brands co-founder Yat Siu breaks down how Pencil Finance is using Web3 to rei…

In this special episode of Decentralize with Cointelegraph, Gareth Jenkinson, head of multimedia at Cointelegraph, sits down with Sandeep Nailwal, co-founder of Polygon, and Illia Polosukhin, co-founder of Near Protocol, during the Cointelegraph Longitude side event at Token2049 in Dubai. The trio delves into the intersection of AI and blockchain t…

In this episode of Byte-Sized Insight, we dig into the appointment of Paul Atkins as the new SEC chair and what his crypto-friendly stance could mean for digital asset regulation in the US. Atkins, a former SEC commissioner and longtime advocate for market-driven oversight, takes the helm at a pivotal moment — with over 70 crypto ETF applications a…

What made headlines and what flew under the radar in crypto’s first quarter of 2025? Join members of the Cointelegraph editorial team as they break down the trends, turning points, and surprises that defined Q1. From memecoin mania and political power plays to regulatory shakeups and market momentum (or lack thereof), this roundtable dives into the…

In this episode of Byte-Sized Insight, we dig into the Trump family’s entrance into Bitcoin mining in it new partnership with Hut 8 to create American Bitcoin. We’re joined by Hut 8 CEO Asher Genoot to unpack the launch of the new venture backed by Donald Trump Jr. and Eric Trump, and its ambitions to become the world’s largest Bitcoin mining compa…

In this episode of Byte-Sized Insight, we break down the latest developments surrounding Telegram founder Pavel Durov’s release from France and what it means for free speech, privacy, and decentralized platforms. After being detained in August 2024, Durov was finally permitted to leave for Dubai—but his legal battle isn’t over. With governments tig…

In this episode of Byte-Sized Insight, we break down the biggest takeaways from President Donald Trump’s Crypto Summit, including the groundbreaking move to establish a Strategic Bitcoin Reserve and a US Digital Asset Stockpile. What does this mean for Bitcoin’s role in global finance? How is the market reacting? And could stablecoins play a role i…

In this special episode of Decentralize with Cointelegraph, actor and comedian TJ Miller (Silicon Valley, Deadpool) sits down with Gareth Jenkinson, head of multimedia, for a candid conversation about his Bitcoin journey. After a chance encounter at a New York City coffee shop during Bitcoin Investor Week, Gareth and TJ dive into: (03:42) How TJ Mi…

DAMAC, one of Dubai’s leading luxury real estate developers, is embracing blockchain to revolutionize property investment through tokenization. In this exclusive interview, Cointelegraph’s head of multimedia sits down with Amira Sajwani, managing director at DAMAC Properties, and John Patrick Mullin, CEO & co-founder of MANTRA, to discuss the $1 bi…

In this episode of Byte-Sized Insight with Cointelegraph, we dive into the controversy surrounding the LIBRA memecoin rug pull, the onchain evidence linking it to the MELANIA token and the subsequent fallout from Argentine President Javier Milei’s social media posts. Host Savannah Fortis, Cointelegraph’s head of podcasts, is joined by Bubblemaps CE…

In this special Valentine’s Day episode of Byte-Sized Insight with Cointelegraph, we explore why Bitcoin continues to inspire passion, loyalty, and even obsession among its biggest supporters. Host Savannah Fortis, Cointelegraph’s head of podcasts, is joined by Joana Cotar (German MP and Bitcoin advocate), Scott Wolfe (coordinator of the Federation…

In this episode of Byte-Sized Insight with Cointelegraph, we break down the latest market-shifting developments in the crypto world, from US President Donald Trump’s new tariffs to the SEC’s regulatory shakeup and the impact of the GENIUS Stablecoin Bill. Host Savannah Fortis, Cointelegraph’s head of podcasts, is joined by Juan Leon (senior investm…

In this episode of Decentralize with Cointelegraph, we dive into the whirlwind first week of Donald Trump’s presidency and its sweeping impact on the cryptocurrency industry. Host Savannah Fortis, Cointelegraph’s head of podcasts and EU reporter, is joined by US Senator Cynthia Lummis, David Kemmerer (co-founder and CEO of CoinLedger), and Mert (fo…

In this episode of Decentralize with Cointelegraph, we explore the implications of Donald Trump’s upcoming presidency for the cryptocurrency industry as he prepares to take office as the 47th President of the United States. What could this new administration mean for crypto regulation, blockchain innovation and market growth? Host Savannah Fortis, …

In this episode of Decentralize with Cointelegraph, we mark the one-year anniversary of the spot Bitcoin ETF approvals from the SEC with an in-depth review of their impact and potential. Host Savannah Fortis, Cointelegraph’s EU reporter and head of podcasts, is joined by James Seyffart, ETF research analyst at Bloomberg Intelligence; Ray Salmond, C…

Ever wonder who’s on the frontlines bringing you all the news and updates from the world of crypto and Web3? Join members of the Cointelegraph editorial team in the first-ever roundtable episode to go behind the scenes in the newsroom with the ones telling the stories. The team reflects on the key moments, trends and surprises in the crypto and blo…

Unchained director of market research Joe Burnett explains how Bitcoiners can level up their hard wallet operational security and how to take advantage of legal tax loopholes that protect portfolio gains. This episode is brought to you by Cointelegraph and hosted by Ray Salmond, with post-production by Elena Volkova (Hatch Up). Follow Cointelegraph…

In this latest episode of Decentralize, host Robert Baggs chats with Bryan Feng, Head of Crypto at Unlimit, about the game-changing innovations reshaping the financial world. From fiat-to-crypto conversions to the rise of DeFi and the growing accessibility of NFTs, this conversation unpacks the latest trends driving the future of money. So whether …

In this episode of Decentralize, host Ray Salmond sits down with 1971 Capital CIO Brian Russ who shares his views on the future of Bitcoin, why Ethereum is undervalued and what investors should expect from the US economy over the next four years. You don't want to miss it! This episode is brought to you by Cointelegraph and hosted by Ray Salmond, w…

In this episode of Decentralize, host Robert Baggs sits down with Jovi Overo, managing director of BaaS at Unlimit, to discuss the latest trends in Web3 payments. Learn about the rise of crypto cards and how they're changing the game, along with all the other challenges and opportunities in this exciting space. This episode of Decentralize is broug…

Popular trader and investor Michaël van de Poppe (@CryptoMichNL) sits down with Decentralize host Jonathan DeYoung at DKGcon 2024 to explain his investment thesis and discuss the state of the Bitcoin bull market, whether BTC will hit $1,000,000, the impact of AI on trading and investing, and more. This episode of Decentralize is brought to you by C…

In this episode of Decentralize, host Zoltan Vardai sits down with Michael Pearl, vice president of go-to-market (GTM) at Cyvers, a leading cybersecurity firm specializing in Web3 security. Together, they delve into the escalating threat landscape of the crypto industry, discussing recent high-profile hacks and the alarming rise in cyberattacks. Pe…

In the latest episode of Decentralize with Cointelegraph, host Savannah Fortis sits down with Bart Wyatt, chief technology officer of the EOS Network Foundation, to explore the evolution of blockchain technology. Discover blockchain’s journey from hype to utility, including Tether’s launch and the challenges faced during the development of the EOS …

In this episode of Decentralize with Cointelegraph, join host Gareth Jenkinson in an insightful discussion with 1inch co-founder Sergej Kunz, Aave founder Stani Kulechov and Chainlink co-founder Sergey Nazarov as they explore the growing importance of DeFi in shaping the future of Web3 and mainstream adoption of cryptocurrencies. This episode was r…

In this episode of Decentralize with Cointelegraph, join host Gareth Jenkinson in a versatile discussion with Yat Siu, Animoca Brands founder; Alex Svanevik, Nansen co-founder; and Nic Puckrin, founder of Coin Bureau, as they explore major trends shaping the crypto landscape in 2024. Recorded during Cointelegraph’s exclusive event, Longitude, at To…

In this episode of Decentralize with Cointelegraph, join host Gareth Jenkinson in an in-depth discussion with Arthur Hayes, co-founder of BitMEX and CEO of Maelstrom. They explore the implications of the recent US Federal Reserve interest rates cut on traditional finance and crypto markets, dive into the intricacies of Japanese yen carry trades, an…

In this episode of Decentralize with Cointelegraph, join host Gareth Jenkinson in a captivating discussion with Binance CEO Richard Teng. The episode explores insights into Binance’s global expansion, regulatory challenges, and the company’s commitment to compliance. Teng also delves into the complex situation concerning the detention of Binance ex…

In this episode of Decentralize with Cointelegraph, host Zoltan Vardai is joined by Gavin Wood, co-founder of Ethereum, Polkadot and Kusama. Wood shares his ideas for Web3 and the future of cryptocurrency, as well as his hope for a world where cryptocurrency transactions are free, making Web3 technology a universally accessible public good. The epi…

Independent presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. explains why integrating Bitcoin into US reserves is the only way to preserve the dominance of the US dollar and address other economic issues affecting the country. He also shares how he first discovered Bitcoin and why he passionately supports it. Watch the interview on Cointelegraph’s YouT…

From the CryptoKitties craze to the 2021 market downturn, blockchain gaming was all the buzz. Since then, things have cooled down a lot. The question remains, is GameFi still on the decline, or is it just changing? In this episode of Decentralize with Cointelegraph, we explore the state of GameFi in 2024 with Ash Hodgetts, CMO of the Undeads game. …

BitFuture: Bitcoin’s Evolution is a special series from the Decentralize with Cointelegraph podcast in collaboration with PortaltoBitcoin. In episode five, Chandra Duggirala, co-founder and CEO of PortaltoBitcoin, dives into emerging Bitcoin trends, its broader implications beyond finance, and its role as a settlement rail in millions of markets. F…

In the latest episode of Decentralize with Cointelegraph, host Savannah Fortis and TIME Magazine journalist, Andrew Chow, explore the world of crypto through the lens of Chow’s latest book. Discover how Chow’s forthcoming title, Cryptomania, delves into the origins, hype cycles, and future of crypto, including the dramatic fall of FTX and the trans…

BitFuture: Bitcoin’s Evolution is a special series from the Decentralize with Cointelegraph podcast in collaboration with PortaltoBitcoin. In episode four, Chandra Duggirala explores artificial intelligence investing, what benefits, risks and challenges the new investing method can pose, and how investors can use AI tools in their portfolios. Follo…

BitFuture: Bitcoin’s Evolution is a special series from the Decentralize with Cointelegraph podcast in collaboration with PortaltoBitcoin. In episode 3, Chandra Duggirala delves deep into how cross-chain transactions work, the dangers of using bridges, the importance of Ordinals, Runes and BRC-20, and how Bitcoin could take over the DeFi space. Fol…

BitFuture: Bitcoin’s Evolution is a special series from the Decentralize with Cointelegraph podcast in collaboration with PortaltoBitcoin. In Episode 2, Chandra Duggirala delves deep into why Bitcoin is the only layer 1, breaks down its layer-2 solutions, and explores whether Bitcoin can dethrone Ethereum as the king of DeFi. Follow Cointelegraph o…

Welcome to BitFuture: Bitcoin’s Evolution, a special series from the Decentralize with Cointelegraph podcast in collaboration with PortaltoBitcoin. In Episode 1, Chandra Duggirala, co-founder and CEO of PortaltoBitcoin, explores Bitcoin’s origins, the development of altcoins and layer-2 solutions, the challenges of cross-chain custody, and maintain…

Mario Nawfal joins Decentralize with Cointelegraph to discuss how to grow a brand in Web3, the power of his massive Twitter Spaces, why people distrust mainstream media, the pressures of fame and how dancing helps keep him sane. Follow Cointelegraph on X (Twitter) at @Cointelegraph. Follow this episode's host, Jonathan DeYoung, on X at @maddopemadi…

In the latest episode of Decentralize with Cointelegraph, host Savannah Fortis and Tools for Humanity’s head of protocol, Steven Smith, explore the transformative ideas behind the digital identity solution Worldcoin. Discover how this innovative project is revolutionizing digital identity through biometric technology, bridging the gap between Web2 …

Decentralize with Cointelegraph explores everything Web3 games with executives from five prominent gaming-related projects — Shrapnel, MetalCore, Ex Populus, Saga and HyperPlay — to learn why video games need blockchain, the promises of GameFi, and the challenges that come along the way. Follow Cointelegraph on X (Twitter) at @Cointelegraph. Follow…

In this episode of Decentralize with Cointelegraph, join host Jonathan DeYoung in a captivating discussion with Animoca Brands’ co-founder, Yat Siu, as they explore how gaming is poised to drive mass adoption of blockchain technology. Siu shares insights on gaming’s social nature, the key to its power, and why gaming will lead the charge in mainstr…

In the latest episode of Decentralize with Cointelegraph, join host Savannah Fortis and WeatherXM CEO Manolis Nikiforakis for a dive into the future of weather forecasting. Imagine a world where anyone from farmers to scientists can access and contribute to the most accurate and hyperlocal weather data. Nikiforakis shares how WeatherXM is transform…

This episode of Decentralize with Cointelegraph features an in-depth conversation with Ethereum co-founder and Consensys CEO Joe Lubin. Lubin delves into the SEC’s attempts to classify Ether as a security and the broader legal battle in which Consensus is involved. Lubin weighs up the damage of regularity uncertainty in the U.S., its impact on Ethe…

This episode of Decentralize with Cointelegraph explores the exciting world of Decentralized Physical Infrastructure Networks (DePINs) — a revolutionary approach to blockchain technology bringing real-world applications to the masses. Host Savannah Fortis is joined by Leonard Dorlöchter, the co-founder of the Peaq Network, who dives into the techni…

Is Ethereum’s popularity causing a network traffic jam? Metis, a layer-2 solution, aims to tackle the blockchain trilemma by offering secure, scalable, decentralized transactions. Tune into this special episode of Decentralize with Cointelegraph as we chat with Jose Fabrega, head of marketing at Metis, to discover how Metis uses layer-2 technology …

In a watershed moment in the history of crypto, the U.S. SEC has finally approved the long-awaited spot Bitcoin ETF. Cointelegraph’s in-house experts come together to celebrate this historic day and evaluate its significance for the crypto industry. Hosts' Twitter: @rkbaggs, @PigniGiovanni, @HorusHughes, @forgeforth_ Cointelegraph’s Twitter: @Coint…