In this podcast episode, the panel dives into the recent rise of Bitcoin, which has now surpassed $100,000, and the surprising comeback of older cryptocurrencies, often referred to as "dino coins." They also explore the impact of Trump's new crypto-friendly appointees in key regulatory roles. The discussion covers various factors driving these market changes, such as retail investors' behavior shaped by "unit bias," geopolitical influences on Bitcoin's value, and the potential for a more supportive regulatory landscape with the new administration. A significant part of the conversation centers on XRP, with one panelist emphasizing its growing DeFi ecosystem and challenging the notion of "chain racism," which discriminates against certain blockchains. The episode wraps up with a look at the revival of the NFT market and the panelists' differing opinions on the future of token launches and the possibility of returning to the ICO model.
