Episodios

  • Former Blackstone Partner: ALL-IN on Bitcoin's Monetary Revolution
    Jul 4 2025

    Connect with Onramp // Onramp Terminal // David Thayer


    The Last Trade: a weekly, bitcoin-native podcast covering the intersection of bitcoin, tech, & finance on a macro scale. Hosted by Jackson Mikalic, Michael Tanguma, & Brian Cubellis. Join us as we dive into what bitcoin means for how individuals & institutions save, invest, & propagate their purchasing power through time. It's not just another asset...in the digital age, it's The Last Trade that investors will ever need to make.


    00:00 - Welcoming Back David Thayer

    09:30 - Bitcoin ETF and Institutional Adoption

    17:15 - Portfolio Allocation and Wealth Transfer

    24:14 - Market Dynamics and Economic Indicators

    29:13 - Concentration in Equity Markets

    34:30 - Liquidity and Monetary Policy Effects

    42:12 - Taxation and Economic Implications

    45:08 - Robinhood and Tokenization of Assets

    49:56 - Bitcoin as a Store of Value

    54:39 - The Future of Bitcoin Treasuries

    01:13:48 - Independence Day Reflections and Bitcoin's Role

    01:20:08 - Outro and Disclaimer


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    1 h y 21 m
  • Are Bitcoin Treasuries the Next Big Thing or the Next Blowup? with Richard Byworth
    Jun 27 2025

    Connect with Onramp // Onramp Terminal // Richard Byworth on X // Syz Capital // Bram Kanstein on X


    The Last Trade: a weekly, bitcoin-native podcast covering the intersection of bitcoin, tech, & finance on a macro scale. Hosted by Jackson Mikalic, Michael Tanguma, & Brian Cubellis. Join us as we dive into what bitcoin means for how individuals & institutions save, invest, & propagate their purchasing power through time. It's not just another asset...in the digital age, it's The Last Trade that investors will ever need to make.


    00:00 - Welcoming Back Richard Byworth

    05:12 - Bitcoin as the Hurdle Rate

    08:09 - The Impact of Bitcoin Treasury Companies

    11:14 - Public Market Dynamics and Bitcoin Treasuries

    14:13 - The Role of Bitcoin in Traditional Finance

    17:05 - Risks and Opportunities in Bitcoin Treasury Companies

    20:18 - Retail vs. Institutional Participation

    23:27 - The Future of Bitcoin Treasury Companies

    26:14 - Bitcoin in Real Estate Financing

    29:03 - Legitimization of Bitcoin as a Capital Asset

    49:07 - The Role of Bitcoin in Debt Markets

    54:50 - Bitcoin's Resilience Amidst Market Uncertainty

    57:43 - The Asymmetric Opportunity of Bitcoin

    01:01:20 - Bitcoin Treasuries and Adoption

    01:07:58 - The Future of Bitcoin and Institutional Adoption

    01:13:35 - Concluding Thoughts on Bitcoin's Journey

    01:18:43 - Outro and Disclaimer


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    1 h y 19 m
  • Texas Goes ALL-IN on Bitcoin: Front Running Federal Accumulation
    Jun 23 2025

    Connect with Early Riders // Connect with Onramp


    Presented collaboratively by Early Riders & Onramp Media…

    Final Settlement is a weekly podcast covering the underlying mechanics of the bitcoin protocol, its ongoing development and funding, and real-world applications of the technology.


    00:00 - Introduction and Overview of Recent Developments

    02:48 - Stablecoins and Regulatory Changes

    06:43 - Market Dynamics and Institutional Trust

    10:56 - Texas Bitcoin Reserve Legislation

    14:42 - Custody Solutions and Security Risks

    20:57 - Technological Revolutions and Market Perception

    32:14 - Navigating Competition in Crypto Markets

    33:39 - The Zero-Sum Nature of Bitcoin Trading

    36:33 - Counterparty Risks and Market Dynamics

    38:34 - The Role of Institutional Adoption in Bitcoin's Future

    41:59 - Understanding Bitcoin's Volatility and Market Behavior

    45:29 - The Future of Money and Digital Assets

    46:39 - The Impact of Capital Constraints on Business Growth

    49:36 - Bitcoin as a Conservative Capital Strategy

    52:06 - Building Sustainable Businesses in a Bitcoin Economy

    56:43 - Counterparty Risk in Gold and Bitcoin Markets


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    Links discussed:

    https://www.earlyriders.com/open-range/open-range-reserves-rise-hackers-strike-and-futures-cool

    https://www.cnbc.com/2025/06/18/pro-israel-hackers-iran-crypto.html

    https://www.reuters.com/world/middle-east/suspected-israeli-hackers-claim-destroy-data-irans-bank-sepah-2025-06-17

    https://cryptobriefing.com/texas-bitcoin-reserve-law

    https://www.cnbc.com/2025/06/17/genius-stablecoin-bill-crypto.html


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    Keep up with Brian: X and LinkedIn

    Keep up with Liam: X and LinkedIn

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    58 m
  • Stablecoin Supercycle: The GENIUS Catalyst for Bitcoin’s Next Surge
    Jun 20 2025

    Connect with Onramp // Onramp Terminal // Bitcoin Policy Summit // Stephen Pollock on X


    The Last Trade: a weekly, bitcoin-native podcast covering the intersection of bitcoin, tech, & finance on a macro scale. Hosted by Jackson Mikalic, Michael Tanguma, & Brian Cubellis. Join us as we dive into what bitcoin means for how individuals & institutions save, invest, & propagate their purchasing power through time. It's not just another asset...in the digital age, it's The Last Trade that investors will ever need to make.


    00:00 - Introduction to Stephen Pollock from BPI

    01:09 - Market Resilience Amid Geopolitical Tensions

    07:04 - The Genius Act and Its Implications for Stablecoins

    14:57 - The Future of Stablecoins and Financial Services

    20:52 - Digital Threat Landscape and Bitcoin Custody

    28:11 - Bipartisan Support for Bitcoin Policy

    33:51 - The Economic Weight of Bitcoin in Politics

    37:35 - The Current State of Bitcoin Adoption

    44:01 - Comparing Bitcoin to Historical Technological Shifts

    50:43 - Bitcoin's Relationship with Government and Policy

    57:34 - The Future of Bitcoin in America

    01:03:44 - Bitcoin Policy Summit Sneak Preview


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    1 h y 27 m
  • Long Chaos, Short Trust: Bitcoin is the Modern Safe Haven
    Jun 19 2025
    Connect with Early Riders // Connect with OnrampPresented collaboratively by Early Riders & Onramp Media...Final Settlement is a weekly podcast covering the underlying mechanics of the bitcoin protocol, its ongoing development and funding, and real-world applications of the technology.00:00 - Market Volatility and Bitcoin's Resilience03:52 - Geopolitical Events and Bitcoin's Reaction06:40 - The Role of Stablecoins in the Crypto Ecosystem09:46 - Innovations in Crypto Products and Market Strategies12:47 - Corporate Adoption of Bitcoin Treasury Strategies15:45 - The Shift Towards Stablecoins and Bitcoin Integration18:44 - Cardano's Move Towards Bitcoin22:02 - Bitcoin Dominance and Market Dynamics29:23 - The Evolving Landscape of Crypto Firms32:07 - Consolidation in Bitcoin Treasury Strategies33:10 - The Value of Bitcoin as a Treasury Asset34:36 - The Race for Bitcoin Accumulation36:27 - Market Dynamics and Concentration Risks38:30 - Public Market Trends in Crypto40:29 - The Future of Bitcoin and Corporate Strategies43:14 - Innovations in Crypto Custody Solutions45:58 - Macro Trends and Employment Dynamics48:57 - The Intersection of AI and Bitcoin51:48 - Tether's Strategic Investments in Scarce Assets55:22 - CPI Methodology and Inflation InsightsIf you found this valuable, please subscribe to Early Riders Insights for access to the best content in the ecosystem weekly.Links discussed:https://www.earlyriders.com/open-range/global-heavyweights-back-bitcoin-as-collateral-w6xa6https://finance.yahoo.com/news/stripe-buy-crypto-wallet-provider-085421625.htmlhttps://www.gemini.com/strategic-bitcoin-reservehttps://www.coinbase.com/blog/earn-up-to-4-percent-bitcoin-back-on-every-purchase-with-the-new-coinbase-one-cardhttps://coincentral.com/coinbase-to-roll-out-crypto-perpetual-futures-for-u-s-traders/https://finance.yahoo.com/news/growing-number-fortune-500-companies-180249961.htmlhttps://x.com/coinbureau/status/1934181586985013412?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Etweethttps://finance.yahoo.com/news/financial-markets-giant-dtcc-explores-151007216.htmlhttps://x.com/i3_invest/status/1932890582713840042?s=46&t=PV2x02cG_nl7mRDNaKNUMAhttps://x.com/themaverickws/status/1932793962760445998?s=46&t=PV2x02cG_nl7mRDNaKNUMAhttps://x.com/globalmktobserv/status/1932807578792177913?s=46&t=PV2x02cG_nl7mRDNaKNUMAKeep up with Michael: X and LinkedIn Keep up with Brian: X and LinkedInKeep up with Liam: X and LinkedIn
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    1 h
  • Nothing Stops This Train: Bitcoin’s New Era of Demand & Danger
    Jun 13 2025

    Connect with Onramp // Onramp Terminal // Gerry O'Shea on X // Hashdex


    The Last Trade: a weekly, bitcoin-native podcast covering the intersection of bitcoin, tech, & finance on a macro scale. Hosted by Jackson Mikalic, Michael Tanguma, Brian Cubellis, & Tim Kotzman. Join us as we dive into what bitcoin means for how individuals & institutions save, invest, & propagate their purchasing power through time. It's not just another asset...in the digital age, it's The Last Trade that investors will ever need to make.


    00:00 - Bitcoin's Bullish Momentum in 2025

    04:35 - Market Sentiment and Price Analysis

    07:24 - ETF Impact on Bitcoin's Market Structure

    10:24 - Institutional Adoption and Investor Behavior

    13:27 - State Policies and Bitcoin Investments

    16:51 - The Role of Bitcoin in Fiscal Responsibility

    19:39 - Political Dynamics and Bitcoin's Future

    44:14 - The Debt Train: A Silver Lining

    45:34 - Policy Shifts and Bitcoin's Role

    50:46 - Legislative Landscape: Stablecoins and Market Structure

    58:17 - Stablecoins: Integration into Traditional Finance

    01:02:17 - Physical Security and Bitcoin Ownership

    01:12:22 - The Future of Bitcoin and Market Dynamics

    01:19:42 - Outro and Disclaimer


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    1 h y 20 m
  • The $100 Trillion Unallocated Wall & Bitcoin’s Coming Supply Squeeze
    Jun 11 2025
    Connect with Early Riders // Connect with OnrampPresented collaboratively by Early Riders & Onramp Media...Final Settlement is a weekly podcast covering the underlying mechanics of the bitcoin protocol, its ongoing development and funding, and real-world applications of the technology.00:00 - Introduction to the Current Crypto Landscape02:50 - The Role of Stablecoins in the Market06:01 - Institutional Interest and Market Dynamics08:52 - Global Trends and Geopolitical Impacts on Bitcoin12:06 - The Future of Bitcoin and Financial Integration14:53 - The Influence of Major Players in Crypto17:57 - The Intersection of Politics and Cryptocurrency21:03 - Market Sentiment and the Nature of Value24:07 - The Evolution of Financial Systems and Bitcoin's Role31:38 - Evaluating Value in Cryptocurrency Investments33:59 - The Risks of Unsustainable Business Models36:43 - The Launch of New Bitcoin ETFs39:35 - The Impact of Political Changes on Bitcoin42:16 - AI's Limitations and Implications46:32 - Global Regulatory Shifts in Cryptocurrency48:41 - Concerns Over Wealth and Safety in California49:14 - Innovative Ideas for Bitcoin AdoptionIf you found this valuable, please subscribe to Early Riders Insights for access to the best content in the ecosystem weekly.Links discussed:https://www.earlyriders.com/open-range/global-heavyweights-back-bitcoin-as-collateralhttps://finance.yahoo.com/news/jpmorgan-accept-bitcoin-etfs-loan-190938433.htmlhttps://www.cnbc.com/2025/06/04/stablecoin-issuer-circle-prices-ipo-at-31-above-expected-range-ahead-of-nyse-debut.htmlhttps://tass.com/economy/1968239/amphttps://bitcoinmagazine.com/news/sberbank-russias-biggest-bank-launches-structured-bond-tied-to-bitcoinhttps://finance.yahoo.com/news/uber-once-again-considering-crypto-030119942.htmlhttps://finance.yahoo.com/news/apple-x-airbnb-among-growing-124627298.htmlhttps://www.cnbc.com/2025/06/03/trump-truth-social-step-toward-bitcoin-etf-launch-with-new-nyse-filing.htmlhttps://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20250606673229/en/Strategy-Announces-Pricing-of-Initial-Public-Offering-of-STRD-Stockhttps://www.theblock.co/post/356246/tether-backed-bitcoin-treasury-firm-twenty-one-raises-total-financing-to-685-million-after-second-note-salehttps://meanwhile.bm/financialshttps://x.com/bitcoinofficesv/status/1930435672311054749https://www.theblock.co/post/356855/south-korea-elects-pro-crypto-lee-as-new-president-crypto-etfs-and-krw-stablecoins-on-horizonhttps://www.cnbc.com/2025/06/06/uk-fca-to-lift-ban-on-crypto-etns.htmlKeep up with Michael: X and LinkedInKeep up with Brian: X and LinkedInKeep up with Liam: X and LinkedIn
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    54 m