This week, we discuss why Blockworks decided to shut down its news room. We then dive into why 2025 marks the start of a new chapter for the crypto industry, why we're still in a bull market, MegaETH's ICO, recent IPOs, M&A and more. Enjoy!
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(00:00) Introduction
(01:20) Why Blockworks Closed The News Division
(13:27) Blockdaemon Ad
(14:04) Katana Ad
(14:52) The Next Chapter For Blockworks
(20:48) It’s Still A Bull Market
(25:12) Securitize Plans To Go Public At a $1.25B Valuation
(31:16) Blockdaemon Ad
(31:53) Katana Ad
(32:39) Western Union Announces USDPT
(51:25) Mantle Ad
(52:22) Mastercard Looks To Acquire Zerohash
(01:00:03) Will Stripe's Tempo Be a Success?
(01:06:17) The MegaETH ICO
(01:09:44) Content Of The Week
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Disclaimer: Nothing said on Empire is a recommendation to buy or sell securities or tokens. This podcast is for informational purposes only, and any views expressed by anyone on the show are solely our opinions, not financial advice. Santiago, Jason, and our guests may hold positions in the companies, funds, or projects discussed.
This week, Kain Warwick joins the show to discuss building Infinex and the march towards TGE. We deep dive into Kain's experience building in crypto, the next stage for Infinex, taking down CEXs, running a startup, dealing with drug addiction & more. Enjoy!
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(00:00) Intro
(05:36) Investing vs Building In Crypto
(13:11) The Opportunity For Prediction Markets
(17:51) Ads (Zcash, Katana)
(18:48) What's Next For Infinex?
(21:39) Taking Down Centralized Exchanges
(30:52) Why Infinex Is Launching A Token
(38:38) Ads (Zcash, Katana)
(39:50) The Problem with Airdrops
(52:10) Most Influential Accounts on CT
(56:42) Ads (Goednet)
(57:27) Surviving in Crypto
(01:00:50) Dealing with Drug Addiction
(01:07:10) Running A Startup
(01:08:57) Where Are We in The Cycle?
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Disclaimer: Nothing said on Empire is a recommendation to buy or sell securities or tokens. This podcast is for informational purposes only, and any views expressed by anyone on the show are solely our opinions, not financial advice. Santiago, Jason, and our guests may hold positions in the companies, funds, or projects discussed.
