News Block: U.S. Stablecoin Push Grows, Bitcoin Touted as Reserve Currency, Steak Prices Expose Real Inflation, SEC Backs Self-Custody
Release Date: 06/16/2025
Mike Novogratz: Lessons from a Decade in Crypto, Bitcoin's $1M Roadmap and Maxis vs Altcoin Communities
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In this episode of Coin Stories, Natalie Brunell talks with Mike Novogratz, CEO of Galaxy Digital and one of the most prominent long-time voices in Bitcoin and crypto investing. Mike shares how he first got into Bitcoin in 2013, why he believes it could hit $1 million, and what he’s learned from Galaxy’s journey, including its IPO and large-scale BTC transactions. He opens up about his crypto portfolio (what % Bitcoin), any past investment regrets, and how Bitcoin is merging with traditional finance. Plus, insights on Michael Saylor, crypto communities, and what’s ahead for the digital...
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In this week's episode of the Coin Stories News Block powered exclusively by Ledn, we cover these major headlines related to Bitcoin, macroeconomics, and global finance: Gold Market Spooked by Tariff Threat Fed Eyes Gold Revaluation Harvard’s Big Bitcoin Bet Pro-Bitcoin Stephen Miran Nominated for Fed Board ---- The News Block is powered exclusively by Ledn – the global leader in Bitcoin-backed loans, issuing over $9 billion in loans since 2018, and they were the first to offer proof of reserves. With Ledn, you get custody loans, no credit checks, no monthly payments, and more. My...
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Tom Lee: Bitcoin Will Set New ATH This Year, Corporate Treasury Boom, Strategy Shaking Up Stock Market
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In this episode of Coin Stories, Natalie Brunell is joined by Tom Lee, co-founder and Head of Research at Fundstrat Global Advisors and Chairman of BitMine, to discuss his bullish outlook on Bitcoin, the S&P 500, and the U.S. economy. Tom explains why skepticism is healthy for markets, whether government debt is a major risk, and how potential Federal Reserve rate cuts could impact investors. Topics Why Tom Lee remains bullish on Bitcoin and the S&P 500 in Q3 and Q4 How government debt and Fed policies could shape markets Which companies are leading the way with Bitcoin...
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News Block: White House Signals Bitcoin Moves, SEC's 'Crypto Project' Revealed, Strategy Nets $10B Profit, Is Recession Good for Bitcoin?
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In this week's episode of the Coin Stories News Block powered exclusively by , we cover these major headlines related to Bitcoin, macroeconomics, and global finance: White House digital assets report declares support for self-custody, compares Bitcoin to the internet and railroad Strategy announces record $10 billion profit, smashing Wall Street expectations Bo Hines hints at government buying Bitcoin President Trump fires labor statistics boss Is recession bullish for Bitcoin? ---- The News Block is powered exclusively by Ledn – the global leader in Bitcoin-backed loans, issuing over $9...
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Danielle DiMartino Booth: Middle Class Crisis and Why the Fed Can't Fix the "Silent Recession"
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In this episode of Coin Stories, Natalie Brunell talks with Danielle DiMartino Booth, CEO of Chief Strategist of QI Research and former Fed advisor, breaking down what's really going on with the U.S. economy. Topics discussed: The "silent recession" crushing the Middle Class Why people earning $150k feel poor The truth about recent economy data points, tariff impacts and inflation Fiscal dominance vs monetary policy What will happen if the Fed lowers interest rates in September? Has Danielle changed her perspective on Bitcoin? Danielle is the author of "FED UP: An Insider’s Take on...
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Peter McCormack: Changing Bitcoin Bull Markets, Role of Government and Victory over Craig Wright
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News Block: U.S. Digital Assets Report Drops This Week, Fed-Trump Power Struggles, Strategy Launches $STRC, $9.5B Whale Exit
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In this week's episode of the Coin Stories News Block powered exclusively by , we cover these major headlines related to Bitcoin, macroeconomics, and global finance: U.S. digital assets report drops Wednesday—will it reveal Bitcoin buying plans? Trump pressures Powell as Fed independence hangs in the balance Strategy’s $2.5B $STRC launch offers a 10% Bitcoin-backed yield $9.5B in Satoshi-era Bitcoin moves—market barely flinches PNC Bank teams up with Coinbase to offer Bitcoin access to millions ---- The News Block is powered exclusively by Ledn – the global leader in Bitcoin-backed...
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Halston Valencia: USC Grad Goes Viral For Bitcoin Post and Shares Message of Hope For Gen Z
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News Block: GENIUS Act Turns Stablecoins into a Treasury Lifeline, Did U.S. Govn't Sell Bitcoin?
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In this week's episode of the Coin Stories News Block powered exclusively by Ledn, we cover these major headlines related to Bitcoin, macroeconomics, and global finance: Trump Signs GENIUS Act Into Law Geopolitical Strategy or Innovation? Stablecoins Provide New Buyer for U.S. Debt Executive Order Expected to Allow Bitcoin in 401(k)s Rumors Swirl Around U.S. Government Selling BTC Adam Back Set to Launch 30k+ Bitcoin Treasury Company Strategy Buys More BTC ---- The News Block is powered exclusively by Ledn – the global leader in Bitcoin-backed loans, issuing over $9 billion in loans since...
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Mike Benz: Exposing the Truth About Jeffrey Epstein Files, Elite Money Crimes and The Rise of Bitcoin
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In this episode of Coin Stories, Natalie Brunell sits down with Mike Benz, Executive Director of FFO: the Foundation For Freedom Online, about the rise of digital censorship, the intelligence industrial complex, and how the Jeffrey Epstein case exposes deeper ties between intelligence agencies, organized crime networks, and elite power grabs. Will we ever get the truth? Natalie and Mike also explore the global rise of financial surveillance and Bitcoin’s role in defending digital freedom. As Bitcoin hits new all-time highs, they discuss stablecoins propping up the U.S. dollar and whether...
info_outlineIn this week's episode of the Coin Stories News Block powered exclusively by Gemini, we cover these major headlines related to Bitcoin, macroeconomics, and global finance:
- U.S. Stablecoin Momentum Heats Up
- Could Amazon and Walmart Issue Stablecoins?
- Coinbase CEO: Bitcoin Could Become World Reserve Currency
- Paul Tudor Jones Recommends Bitcoin for Inflation Protection
- Inflation of Steak Prices Has Soared - Bitcoin Could Have Protected Your Purchasing Power
- SEC Chair: “Right to Self-Custody is a Foundational American Value.”
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References mentioned in the episode:
- Block to Launch Bitcoin Payments on Square
- Shopify to Launch Stablecoin Payments with Coinbase
- Steak n’ Shake COO Comments on Bitcoin Success
- President Trump Addresses Coinbase Summit
- Bessent Predicts Stablecoin Market Cap to Exceed $2 Trillion
- Amazon & Walmart Considering Stablecoin Implementations
- Senate Votes to Move Forward with the GENIUS Act
- Senate to Hold Final Vote on GENIUS Act on Tuesday
- Parker Lewis’s Tweet on Local Steak Inflation
- TFTC Launches Bitcoin Web Browser Extension
- Bank of America Chart on Disruptive Technologies
- Bitcoin Network Successfully Mines 900,000th Block
- SEC Clears Trump Media to Buy Bitcoin for Treasury
- Brian Armstrong: Bitcoin Could be Reserve Currency
- SEC Chair’s Comments on Right to Self-Custody BTC
- Paul Tudor Jones’ Interview on BloombergTV
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