The Crypto Rundown
Bitcoin...Ether...Ripple...Lightcoin and more. Crypto currencies and other digital assets are taking the financial world by STORM. This exploding market provides everything a savvy trader needs - volatility, volume and liquidity - provided you know how to find it. That’s where we come in. Welcome to the Crypto Rundown. Each week we’ll break down the latest trading activity, trends and developments on everything from coins to tokens, futures and even OTC crypto options. If it’s moving the crypto markets then you’ll find it on The Crypto Rundown...
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The Crypto Rundown 305: A Hot New Altcoin On The Horizon?
01/12/2026
The Crypto Rundown 305: A Hot New Altcoin On The Horizon?
Is Bitcoin losing its "Digital Gold" status to traditional metals? Host Mark Longo and Bill Ulivieri of Cenacle Capital Management kick off 2026 by breaking down a frustratingly quiet crypto market. While BTC and ETH move like "widows and orphans" stocks, a new institutional player—The Canton Network—is appearing on the horizon. In this episode, we dive into: The BTC Breakdown: Analyzing the massive gap between Bitcoin and Gold performance. Volatility Shifts: How IBIT and TradFi are killing the legendary "crypto upside skew." Altcoin Universe: Why Ethereum is "sleeping" and what's next for Solana and Circle (CRCL). The "Drumroll" Moment: Bill introduces the Canton Network—the institutional play for US Treasuries on the blockchain. The 2026 Crystal Ball: Mark and Bill place their bets on where the VIX ends the year. This episode is brought to you by Amberdata. Eliminate infrastructure headaches and access granular digital asset data today at .
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The Crypto Rundown 304: A Hot Start to The New Year
01/05/2026
The Crypto Rundown 304: A Hot Start to The New Year
Bitcoin is back north of $90k and the crypto markets are firing on all cylinders to kick off 2026! Mark Longo returns for the first Bitcoin Breakdown of the year to analyze the massive "love fest" in digital assets and what the data tells us about the months ahead. In This Episode: The Bitcoin Breakdown: Bitcoin surges nearly $7,000 in a single week. We compare the current $94k levels to the start of 2025 and discuss whether BTC is truly acting as "digital gold". Volatility & Skew Analysis: Using Amberdata metrics, we look at the spike in weekly and monthly vol, and the shifting skew that suggests the "yield-seekers" are changing the derivatives landscape. The IBIT Story: BlackRock’s IBIT continues its dominance. We break down the massive open interest in the Jan 43 puts and what it means for institutional sentiment. Altcoin Universe: A resurgence across the board! From ETH regaining the $3,200 level to double-digit pops in Solana and XRP, we rank the Top 10 by market cap. Yield Generation in Circle: Analyzing a massive stock repair/ratio spread in Circle options and what it reveals about current risk-reward profiles. Crypto Question of the Week: Will the major crypto assets end 2026 higher or lower? We reveal the early poll results. Resources Mentioned: Amberdata: Granular on-chain and market data for institutions. Options Insider Pro: Get access to exclusive Q&A sessions and Vol Deathmatch 2.0.
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The Crypto Rundown 303: Looking Back on a Wild Year in Crypto
12/29/2025
The Crypto Rundown 303: Looking Back on a Wild Year in Crypto
The 2025 Crypto Year in Review | Bitcoin Breakdown & The IBIT Revolution As we close the books on an insane 2025, Mark Longo and Greg Magadini from Amberdata sit down for the final episode of The Crypto Rundown of the year. It has been a year of massive adoption, regulatory shifts, and the definitive "IPO moment" for Bitcoin. From the explosion of IBIT options to the wild rollercoaster of Ethereum and the rise of digital asset treasuries, we break down the data that defined the last 12 months. Inside This Episode: The 2025 Bitcoin Retrospective: Bitcoin started the year in the mid-90s, hit an all-time high of $126,000 in October, and weathered the "Tariff Tantrum" lows of $76,000. The IBIT Story: Why the IBIT ETF was the story of the year, bringing traditional US investors into the crypto vol space and shifting the vol surface from the offshore "whales" to Wall Street. Ethereum’s Multiple Lives: ETH went from being "dead" in Q1 to hitting nearly $5,000 in August, before finishing the year back under $3,000. The Changing Vol Landscape: A deep dive into why crypto skew has turned negative, looking more like traditional equity markets than the "call-heavy" markets of years past. Altcoin Universe Wrap-up: Analyzing the 2025 performance of Solana, XRP, Doge, and the "Netflix of stablecoins," Circle. Digital Asset Treasuries: The struggle of MicroStrategy (MSTR) and MSTU as momentum shifted at the tail end of the year. Notable Quotes: "The spot ETF was the IPO moment for Bitcoin. It was the time for big-time whales to finally get liquidity and distribute shares like a corporate listing." — Greg Magadini Resources & Links: Amberdata: Access granular on-chain and market data at . Options Insider Pro: Join the community and get the Pro Trading Crate at . Follow the Network: Stay updated on Twitter and .
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The Crypto Rundown 302: The Million Dollar Question
12/22/2025
The Crypto Rundown 302: The Million Dollar Question
The Crypto Rundown 302: Holiday Whipsaws & The $90k Bitcoin Battle Episode Summary: Bitcoin is entering the holiday stretch with a fight for the $90,000 handle following the Fed's final interest rate cut of 2025. Host Mark Longo breaks down the high-stakes leverage building in the crypto markets. We analyze the "sell-the-open" pattern hitting U.S. sessions, the massive open interest in Bitcoin futures, and why the $85,000 floor remains the most critical support level for the end-of-year "Santa Rally."
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The Crypto Rundown 301: White Walkers and The Shadows
12/16/2025
The Crypto Rundown 301: White Walkers and The Shadows
Mark Longo welcomes Greg Magadini of Amberdata for The Crypto Rundown to dissect the crypto market's weakness following the latest Fed meeting. As Bitcoin (BTC) drops back below the $90,000 level and altcoins like Ethereum (ETH) and Solana (SOL) pull back, the hosts analyze critical volatility indicators and options flow to determine if a full "crypto winter" is approaching, or if it's time to buy the dip. Key Discussion Points & Trading Insights Is Winter Coming? Bitcoin has pulled back $4,000 post-FOMC, leading to a highly divided audience poll on whether to buy the dip or prepare for more downside. Vol Skew Analysis: The volatility surface has fundamentally reshaped since the summer, with long-dated Put Skew (puts more expensive than calls) priced in all the way out to 180 days. Greg explains how this positioning suggests IBIT holders are well-hedged. Critical Inflection Point: Analysis of Gamma Exposure profiles pinpoints the $85,000 strike as the key downside level for dealers, separating consolidation from a major crash risk. Understanding Shadow Term Structure: Greg explains this cool Amberdata tool, which acts as a time-lapse for volatility, allowing traders to compare current term structure to historical trends. Hottest Crypto Options: Dissection of trades in IBIT (Bitcoin ETF) and the highly speculative MSTU (leveraged MicroStrategy). Learn why the MSTU upside is a favorite sell for premium collectors. Altcoin Universe: Analysis of Ethereum (ETH) falling below $3,000, Solana (SOL) (SOL) at $125, and their relative volatility against each other. Trading Strategy: Greg explains why he prefers to sell long-term puts on assets like Circle (C) to finance long-term call spreads, capturing high Vega exposure before expected volatility repricing. Volatility Data Covered: BTC, ETH Volatility (7-Day, 30-Day, 180-Day) BTC, ETH Vol Skew & Risk Reversal IBIT Options Flow (Dec 52/54 Vertical)
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The Crypto Rundown 300: Time to Sell Some Puts?
12/08/2025
The Crypto Rundown 300: Time to Sell Some Puts?
This week on The Crypto Rundown, we dive into the latest trends in Bitcoin and Ethereum options trading and the broader cryptocurrency derivatives markets. We analyze Bitcoin's recent rally, its price movement, and the shifting volatility landscape. We also explore the critical dynamics of Ether (Ethereum), focusing on its current volatility levels and key factors impacting its price action. Deep-Dive Analysis: Why the MSTU reverse split makes it a hot target for options trading right now. Expert Insight: Greg Magadini from Amberdata joins the show to share his outlook on Ethereum, Solana, Circle, and Shiba Inu (altcoins). Strategies & Sentiment: A final discussion on advanced crypto options trading strategies and a review of current market sentiment indicators. Don't miss these essential insights for navigating the crypto derivatives landscape!
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The Crypto Rundown 299: Hawkish Japan Spurs Panic Skew and Altcoin Unwind Risk
12/02/2025
The Crypto Rundown 299: Hawkish Japan Spurs Panic Skew and Altcoin Unwind Risk
In this episode of 'The Crypto Rundown,' hosted by Mark Longo from the Options Insider Radio Network, the focus is on the latest developments in the cryptocurrency market. The episode delves into the trading activities, trends, and volatility within the crypto derivatives markets, with a particular spotlight on Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH). Greg Magadini from Amberdata joins the conversation to provide in-depth analysis on market movements, volatilities, and the digital asset class. The discussion covers topics such as the impact of global monetary policies on crypto markets, the performance and challenges of digital asset treasuries, the role of options trading platforms like Ibit and Deribit, and the strategic implications of staking in cryptocurrency investing. Additionally, the episode includes listener questions about staking practices and insights into altcoins such as Solana and Circle.
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The Crypto Rundown 298: Bloodletting Abates, but Bearish Skew Lingers
11/24/2025
The Crypto Rundown 298: Bloodletting Abates, but Bearish Skew Lingers
HOST: Mark Longo, The Options Insider This show provides an in-depth analysis of the latest trends, trading activities, and market developments in the crypto derivatives market. It covers various cryptocurrencies including Bitcoin, Ethereum, and several altcoins. It discusses their performance, volatility, trading volumes, and market sentiment. Key segments include the Bitcoin breakdown, an exploration of altcoin activities, and listener questions on asset allocation for the coming year. Notably, the episode also discusses how the market behavior of different cryptocurrencies has changed over the past week, particularly during significant price movements.
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The Crypto Rundown 297: McRib & Sketchy Crypto Neighborhoods
11/17/2025
The Crypto Rundown 297: McRib & Sketchy Crypto Neighborhoods
HOST: Mark Longo, The Options Insider CRYPTO HOT SEAT: Greg Magadini, Amberdata In this episode, we delve into the latest trends and activities within the crypto derivatives markets. We have an in-depth discussion on the recent volatility affecting Bitcoin and other major cryptocurrencies like Ethereum and Solana. Notable market movements and psychological price levels are analyzed, including Bitcoin's fall below the critical $100K mark and Ethereum's struggles to maintain support above 3000. Greg also explores various option trading strategies such as collars, put calendars, and risk reversals against the backdrop of current market conditions. Additionally, popular cryptos and related assets like Circle, Bitminer, and MSTU are examined, discussing their potential for future gains or further decline. The episode concludes with a provocative audience poll on preferred asset classes for a buy and hold strategy through the end of the next year, with most participants favoring Bitcoin.
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The Crypto Rundown 296: Addicted to Crypto Volatility & TikTok Dances
11/11/2025
The Crypto Rundown 296: Addicted to Crypto Volatility & TikTok Dances
HOST: Mark Longo, The Options Insider CO-HOST: Bill Ulivieri, Cenacle Capital Management In this episode, Mark and Bill discuss trading strategies involving Bitcoin, Ethereum, and other cryptocurrencies. They explore topics such as the use of technical analysis in crypto trading, the implications of leveraged ETFs, and the significance of volatility and skew in current market conditions. The episode also covers specific trading instruments like bit mining stocks (BMNR), Marathon Digital Holdings (MARA), Circle, and the newly launched Bitwise Solana staking ETF (BSOL). Additionally, they mention the impact of earnings reports, trading techniques for managing risk, and emerging products tied to digital assets. The show concludes with a brief touch on various altcoins and their recent performance.
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The Crypto Rundown 295: Putting an Options Spin on Crypto Treasuries
11/04/2025
The Crypto Rundown 295: Putting an Options Spin on Crypto Treasuries
This week, we dive into the fascinating intersection of crypto, AI, and traditional public markets with Sal Ternullo, Co-Founder and CEO of SovereignAI ($OP / $SVRN). Sovereign AI is setting out to acquire a substantial treasury of NEAR Protocol tokens and is bringing institutional finance rigor to the space. Sal breaks down their unique strategy, which includes: Public Listing: Bridging the gap between the NEAR token and NASDAQ investors. Active Options Management: Utilizing advanced options strategies—specifically selling puts to optimize accumulation and potentially selling calls—to generate yield and manage risk on their core NEAR holding. Counterparty Risk: How they are actively managing risk across multiple Tier 1 venues in a way that differs from standard, single-threaded asset managers. Also Covered: We recap the market action, including the significant drop in Bitcoin and Ether prices, which has driven volatility higher and skew sharply to the downside. Plus, a look at the explosive volume in IBIT options and the latest wild moves in crypto mining stocks like Mara and ETHZilla.
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The Crypto Rundown 294: Rushing Headlong Into Burning Buildings
10/28/2025
The Crypto Rundown 294: Rushing Headlong Into Burning Buildings
HOST: Mark Longo, The Options Insider Media Group GUEST: Bill Ulivieri, Cenacle Capital In this episode, Mark and Bill explore the crypto derivatives markets and look at trading strategies and current market trends. The discussion covers everything from Bitcoin and Ethereum performance, the high volatility of small cap tokens like Circle and BMNR, to the rise of new leveraged ETFs and Bitcoin treasury companies. Additionally, the episode offers trading strategies using options, and discusses the broader implications for investment advisors and individual traders.
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The Crypto Rundown 293: Canary in the Coal Mine of Liquidations
10/21/2025
The Crypto Rundown 293: Canary in the Coal Mine of Liquidations
Host: Mark Longo, The Options Insider Media Group Co-Host: Greg Magadini, Amberdata This episode of The Crypto Rundown delves into the volatile landscape of cryptocurrencies, with a central focus on Bitcoin and Ethereum. It covers recent market movements, liquidation events, and the impact of high volatility on trading strategies. Greg Magadini from Amberdata provides insights into the nuances of crypto derivatives and the evolving risk landscape. The podcast also explores the introduction of highly leveraged ETFs and offers strategies involving popular crypto-related stocks like MSTU and Circle. Additionally, there is a detailed examination of alternative cryptocurrencies such as Solana, XRP, and Dogecoin, providing a comprehensive overview of the current crypto market dynamics. 00:00 Introduction and Welcome 01:58 Market Updates 03:35 Bitcoin Breakdown 15:11 Leveraged ETFs and Market Risks 23:25 Bitcoin Market Trends and Opportunities 24:02 IBIT ETF and Market Dynamics 25:46 Mara and MSTU Analysis 28:27 Altcoin Universe Overview 30:33 Ethereum and Market Comparisons 33:47 Altcoin Market Movements 39:40 Solana and Other Altcoin Insights 40:45 Conclusion and Resources
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The Crypto Rundown 292: How to Hedge the Bitcoin Treasury Explosion
10/07/2025
The Crypto Rundown 292: How to Hedge the Bitcoin Treasury Explosion
Host: Mark Longo, The Options Insider Radio Network Crypto Hot Seat: Pat Wood, DelphX Capital Markets This episode discusses trends and developments in crypto derivatives, featuring guest Pat Wood, President and CEO of DelphX Capital Markets. The show begins with an overview of various crypto market trends, including Bitcoin's recent surge and Ethereum's resurgence. It then delves into DelphX's unique approach to institutional hedging, which uses customizable, fully collateralized private placement securities rather than traditional OTC options. The discussion highlights the importance of hedging for institutional treasuries, the differences from standard options markets, and the growing demand for structured crypto products.
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The Crypto Rundown 291: Bitcoin's Bearish Turn
09/23/2025
The Crypto Rundown 291: Bitcoin's Bearish Turn
In this episode, Mark dives deep into the latest trends and trading activities across the crypto derivatives market. The show covers Bitcoin, Ethereum, and a variety of altcoins such as Solana, XRP, Doge, and more. Market volatility, trading volumes, and liquidity are discussed, along with specific trading insights, like the impact of recent Federal Reserve actions on market movements. The show highlights key statistics, popular trades, and shifts in market sentiment. 00:00 Introduction and Welcome 03:04 Bitcoin Breakdown 15:19 Altcoin Universe 20:00 Market Recap and Analysis 26:30 Conclusion
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The Crypto Rundown 290: Crypto Is Triggering Our Spidey Sense!!!
09/16/2025
The Crypto Rundown 290: Crypto Is Triggering Our Spidey Sense!!!
In this episode of the Crypto Rundown, hosts Mark Longo and Greg Magadini from Amberdata delve into the latest trading activity, trends, and developments in the world of crypto derivatives. The podcast focuses on the significant movements in Bitcoin and Ethereum markets, including volatility, option volumes, and skew. The conversation also explores the potential impacts of the upcoming FOMC rate decision on various digital assets. Greg shares his strategy on selling volatility in Bitcoin and MicroStrategy while buying Ethereum volatility, citing potential for upside in the Ethereum ETF market. Additional discussions cover altcoins such as Solana, XRP, and Dogecoin, as well as trading activity in popular crypto-linked equities like Circle and BitMiner. 00:45 Welcome to the Crypto Rundown 01:44 Diving into Crypto Derivatives 03:32 Bitcoin Breakdown 07:47 Market Trends and Volatility 10:53 Exploring Trading Strategies 18:43 Insights on MSTU and Other Assets 22:20 Bitcoin and Ethereum Trade Analysis 23:24 Exploring the Altcoin Universe 24:55 Ethereum Market Update 25:33 Volatility and Skew in Ethereum 26:41 Greg's Insights on Ethereum 28:43 Altcoin Market Highlights 31:10 Circle: The Netflix of Stable Coins 38:11 Final Thoughts
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The Crypto Rundown 289: The Netflix of Stablecoins Plus The Rise of ETHZilla!!!
09/09/2025
The Crypto Rundown 289: The Netflix of Stablecoins Plus The Rise of ETHZilla!!!
This episode features Mark Longo and Greg Magadini from Amberdata analyzing the latest trends in the crypto derivatives market. The show begins with a discussion on Bitcoin's surprising stability over the past two weeks and how its market behavior is diverging from gold. Greg notes the significant shift to a negative long-term skew, suggesting a new, more mature risk asset mentality among institutional traders. The hosts then dive into the most active crypto-related equities like IBIT, MARA, and MSTU, with a special, humorous segment on the new, highly volatile stock, ETHZilla. They close with a look at the altcoin market and a Crypto Questions segment on the viability of physically-settled vs. cash-settled crypto derivatives, with an overwhelming majority of listeners favoring the latter. Timestamps 00:00:00 - Introduction and Welcome 00:03:00 - The Bitcoin Breakdown (BTC) 00:15:20 - The Altcoin Universe 00:16:30 - Bitcoin-related equities: IBIT 00:18:45 - MARA 00:20:00 - MSTU 00:23:45 - ETH 00:30:20 - BMNR 00:31:30 - CRCL 00:34:00 - ETHZilla 00:39:00 - Solana 00:40:00 - XRP 00:41:00 - Dogecoin 00:41:45 - Litecoin 00:42:00 - Cardano 00:42:15 - Polkadot 00:42:30 - Shiba Inu 00:43:00 - Crypto Questions (Physical vs. Cash Settlement)
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The Crypto Rundown 288: Eth Swings, Crypto Yield and the Death of Physical
08/26/2025
The Crypto Rundown 288: Eth Swings, Crypto Yield and the Death of Physical
Host: Mark Longo from The Options Insider Radio Network Guest: Shawn Creighton from FTSE Russell In this episode of The Crypto Rundown, Mark Longo welcomes Shawn Creighton from FTSE Russell to the Crypto Hot Seat. They discuss FTSE Russell's recent crypto derivatives launches, including bite-sized Bitcoin and Ethereum futures with Cboe and Eurex. The conversation explores the pros and cons of cash-settled versus physically-delivered products and the growing institutional interest in crypto. Mark then dive into a market rundown, analyzing Bitcoin's slight dip and the explosive rally in Ethereum, which is now a top performer for the year. The episode concludes with a look at other altcoins, including Solana, and a discussion on a potential crypto "yield curve." Time Stamps 3:52 - The Crypto Hot Seat with Shawn Creighton from FTSE Russell 26:59 - The Bitcoin Breakdown (including IBIT and MARA) 35:36 - The Altcoin Universe (including Ethereum, Solana, XRP, Litecoin, and others) 44:26 - Crypto Questions (discussion on physically-delivered crypto contracts)
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The Crypto Rundown 287: Talking Perps, Options and More With Coinbase
08/19/2025
The Crypto Rundown 287: Talking Perps, Options and More With Coinbase
In this episode, Mark Longo welcomes Scott Shapiro, Senior Director of Product Management for Trading at Coinbase. They discuss the latest developments in the world of crypto derivatives, including the launch of perpetual futures and Coinbase's recent acquisition of Deribit. Shapiro explains how Coinbase is working towards offering a comprehensive suite of trading tools, emphasizing the importance of regulatory compliance. The episode also delves into the recent performance of Ethereum, Bitcoin, and other altcoins, highlighting key market trends and trading volumes. Listeners are updated on the volatility and skew in the crypto markets, with a particular focus on Ethereum's dramatic price movements. The show concludes with insights into the growing interest in crypto options and the evolving landscape of digital assets. 01:05 Welcome to the Crypto Rundown 02:23 Diving into Crypto Derivatives 03:59 Exploring the Crypto Hot Seat 04:39 Interview with Scott Shapiro from Coinbase 06:41 Understanding Perpetual Futures 09:01 Coinbase's Expansion into Perpetual Futures 16:42 Coinbase's Acquisition of Deribit 23:23 Future of Crypto Derivatives at Coinbase 25:47 The Bitcoin Breakdown 26:12 Coinbase's Future in Derivatives 26:56 Bitcoin Market Analysis 28:34 Volatility and Skew Insights 33:39 Altcoin Universe Overview 35:35 Ethereum's Remarkable Year 40:01 Crypto-Related Stocks and Options 46:09 Closing Remarks and Resources
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The Crypto Rundown 286: Is This the Start of Altcoin Season?
08/12/2025
The Crypto Rundown 286: Is This the Start of Altcoin Season?
In this episode of The Crypto Rundown, Mark Longo dives into the latest trends and trading activities in the crypto derivatives markets. He is joined by Greg Magadini, Director of Derivatives at Amberdata. They discuss various aspects of the crypto market including Bitcoin, Ethereum, and their respective volatilities and skews. Special focus is given to ETH's recent resurgence and the overwhelming activity in BMNR, the top e-treasury name. Greg also shares insights on using option strategies around leveraged plays and how various instruments can be used to hedge and optimize trading positions. Other topics include Circle’s upcoming earnings, liquidity in products like BID O, and the potential growth of Altcoins. 01:05 Welcome to the Crypto Rundown 04:13 Bitcoin Breakdown: Market Trends and Analysis 06:17 Exploring Bitcoin Volatility and Options 19:34 Altcoin Universe: Market Cap and Trends 20:55 Top Cryptocurrencies by Market Cap 22:08 Ethereum's Resurgence and Market Sentiment 23:47 Ethereum's Market Dynamics and Future Projections 28:08 ETH Futures and Perpetuals Analysis 29:36 Hot Crypto Stocks: BMNR and Circle 37:57 Altcoin Market Overview 39:21 Upcoming Crypto IPOs and Final Thoughts
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The Crypto Rundown 285: Crypto Market Cap Spotlight
08/04/2025
The Crypto Rundown 285: Crypto Market Cap Spotlight
In this episode of the Crypto Rundown, listeners are provided with a recap of the latest market cap rankings for major cryptocurrencies. The discussion highlights the market positions and values of digital assets including Bitcoin, Ether, Solana, Dogecoin, and others. 00:45 Welcome to the Crypto Rundown 01:57 Crypto Market Cap Recap 02:20 Top 10 Cryptocurrencies by Market Cap 03:23 Conclusion and Sign-Off
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The Crypto Rundown 284: Buying Pizza on PayPal with Pudgy Penguins
07/28/2025
The Crypto Rundown 284: Buying Pizza on PayPal with Pudgy Penguins
In this episode, host Mark Longo dives into the dynamic world of crypto derivatives, focusing on Bitcoin, Ethereum, and other altcoins. Joined by Bill Uliveri from Cenacle Capital Management, they discuss market trends, recent developments, and trading strategies. Key highlights include PayPal's enabling of Bitcoin payments, Ethereum's impressive resurgence, the evolving market cap rankings with XRP overtaking Tether, and Bill’s investment strategies using cash-secured puts in IBIT and Circle. The episode also touches on the exciting prospects for altcoins like Solana and Sui, while providing insights into the current state of volatility and skew in major crypto assets. The session concludes with listener questions and a look at the latest trends in the VIX and other intriguing trade opportunities. 01:05 Welcome to the Crypto Rundown 04:06 Bitcoin Breakdown 05:20 PayPal's Cryptocurrency Integration 06:26 Bitcoin Market Analysis 08:30 Volatility and Skew in Crypto Markets 17:47 Altcoin Universe 19:16 Top Cryptocurrencies by Market Cap 20:00 Ethereum's Resurgence 22:07 Wall Street's Influence on Crypto 24:42 Crypto Market Trends and Predictions 29:32 Listener Questions and Insights 29:59 Weekly Straddle Choices 32:58 Show Wrap-Up and Final Thoughts
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The Crypto Rundown 283: Why is it so Freaking Expensive to Trade Crypto?
07/22/2025
The Crypto Rundown 283: Why is it so Freaking Expensive to Trade Crypto?
In this episode of the Crypto Rundown, host Mark Longo discusses the latest trends and developments in the crypto derivatives market. The episode features a deep dive into the performance of major cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Solana, with insights into their market activity, volatility, and skew. Special guest Brandon Mulvihill, CEO of Crossover Markets, joins the show to discuss his firm's role in facilitating institutional trading in the digital asset space, the impact of regulatory changes post-election, and the potential for market structure reforms to lower fees. The discussion also touches on the recent surge in Ethereum's price, challenges, and opportunities in the crypto market, and the increasing interest in crypto derivatives. The episode concludes with a rundown of key market movers and a look towards future developments. 02:23 Diving into Crypto Derivatives 04:17 Meet Brandon Mulvihill from Crossover Markets 05:56 Crossover Markets' Institutional Focus 08:17 Regulatory Changes and US Market Entry 09:48 Market Structure and Institutional Demand 13:51 Impact of Election on Institutional Interest 16:08 Challenges and Opportunities in Crypto Market 27:46 Mergers and Acquisitions in Crypto Space 32:31 Connecting with Crossover Markets 32:55 Bitcoin Breakdown: Market Trends and Volatility 39:41 Altcoin Universe: Beyond Bitcoin 42:21 Ethereum's Meteoric Rise 50:38 Circle and Solana: Market Movements 56:03 Crypto Rundown Conclusion
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The Crypto Rundown 282: Crypto Week Records and Pudgy Penguins
07/15/2025
The Crypto Rundown 282: Crypto Week Records and Pudgy Penguins
In this episode, Mark Longo and Bill Ulivieri (Cenacle Capital) delve into the surging world of cryptocurrency. The episode opens with details on how to access their wide array of programming on various platforms and emphasizes the benefits of their mobile app. Discussing the prominent rise of Bitcoin, which reached a new all-time high of 122,700 USD, they mention the impact of Crypto Week in Congress and new legislation around Stablecoins. Bill provides insights on corporate adoption of Bitcoin and Ethereum. The discussion also covers the volatility and skew of Bitcoin and Ethereum options, with data from Amber Data highlighting current trends. Altcoins such as Solana and XRP are touched upon, emphasizing their latest price movements and legislation impacts. The episode wraps up with a community Q&A, featuring a poll on which crypto asset has the most upside potential in the latter half of 2025. 01:05 Welcome to the Crypto Rundown 02:22 Diving into the Crypto Derivatives Market 04:40 Bitcoin Breakdown: Historic Highs and Market Analysis 08:38 Exploring Bitcoin Volatility and Skew 11:02 Bitcoin Options and Trading Strategies 18:13 Altcoin Universe: Market Cap and Trends 21:18 Market Sentiment and Ethereum Signals 21:47 Corporate America's Influence on Crypto 22:37 Bitcoin and Ethereum Market Dynamics 23:27 Volatility and Options in Crypto 24:57 Circle's Market Activity 27:14 Solana and Altcoin Trends 29:35 XRP and ISO 222 Tokens 31:14 Altcoin Highlights and Predictions 34:05 Crypto Questions and Audience Poll 36:41 Concluding Thoughts and Future Outlook
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The Crypto Rundown 281: CRCL, IBIT Straddles and ETH Turning Points
07/07/2025
The Crypto Rundown 281: CRCL, IBIT Straddles and ETH Turning Points
In this episode, Mark Longo and Greg Magadini from Amberdata explore the rapidly evolving world of cryptocurrency and digital assets. The show begins with a recap of the latest market trends, including a structural decline in Bitcoin volatility and the notable trading activities in ETH and MSTU. The discussion highlights intriguing trading strategies, such as selling volatility, cash-secured puts, and delta-neutral trades, particularly focusing on ETH and the newly IPO'd Circle. Greg provides in-depth analysis on the crypto equities market and offers insights into leveraging Amberdata's advanced tools for research, trading, and compliance. Throughout the show, there is interaction with the audience through polls and questions, exploring diverse viewpoints on various trading strategies and market sentiments. 01:05 Welcome to The Crypto Rundown 03:59 Bitcoin Breakdown: Market Trends and Volatility 16:44 Exploring Altcoin Universe 25:54 Circle IPO and Market Insights 32:30 Crypto Questions and Audience Interaction 37:08 Conclusion and Closing Remarks
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The Crypto Rundown 280: Markets Go Crazy for Circle
06/24/2025
The Crypto Rundown 280: Markets Go Crazy for Circle
In this episode of the Crypto Rundown, host Mark Longo breaks down the latest activity in the crypto derivatives markets and provides insights into the key developments over the past week. The episode dives into the details of Bitcoin and Ethereum's volatile markets, explores recent geopolitical impacts on the broader financial landscape, and examines major moves in assets like Solana, XRP, Doge, and more. Additionally, a significant portion is dedicated to dissecting the stellar IPO performance of Circle Internet Financial, which manages the USDC stablecoin, highlighting its market implications and potential IPO pricing missteps. Amberdata is introduced as a key resource for granular on-chain and market data for those venturing into digital assets. 00:00 Introduction to Options Insider Radio Network 02:23 Diving into the Crypto Rundown 04:47 Exploring the Bitcoin Breakdown 07:07 Analyzing Bitcoin Volatility and Skew 11:39 Hot Trades in Bitcoin Options 15:56 Circle's Explosive IPO 19:24 Early Market Movements and Options Activity 20:51 Circle's Wild Trading Day 21:47 MSTU: The Leveraged Play 24:25 Altcoin Universe: Market Cap and Trends 26:19 Ethereum's Volatility and Market Sentiment 29:53 Solana and Other Altcoins Performance 33:38 Concluding Thoughts and Upcoming Events
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The Crypto Rundown 279: Crypto Wives and the Rise of MTPLF
06/16/2025
The Crypto Rundown 279: Crypto Wives and the Rise of MTPLF
In this episode of 'The Crypto Rundown,' hosted by Mark Longo, the show dives into the latest trends and developments in the crypto derivatives markets. Key topics include an insightful discussion with Bill Ulivieri from Cenacle Capital Management about Bitcoin Treasury operations and their growing significance, as well as Metaplanet's aggressive Bitcoin acquisition strategy. The episode also covers updates on major cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin, Ethereum, and XRP, including notable market movements and volatility trends. The conversation extends to broader adoption of cryptocurrencies by institutional players and the latest updates on crypto ETFs like IBIT and MSTU, highlighting a notable surge in trading activity. Tune in to stay informed about the dynamic world of crypto. 01:05 Welcome to the Crypto Rundown 02:36 Guest Introduction: Bill Ulivieri 05:25 Bitcoin Breakdown 08:12 Volatility and Market Trends 11:54 Exploring IBIT and MSTU 18:20 Altcoin Universe 18:34 Market Cap Overview 19:56 XRP and Personal Anecdotes 20:50 Ethereum's Surprising Resurgence 23:06 ETH Volatility and Premium Harvesting 24:58 Altcoin Market Updates 26:23 Metaplanet: The New MicroStrategy 29:15 Bitcoin Treasury Operations 31:44 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
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The Crypto Rundown 278: Degenerates Kick Off Summer With A Bang
06/09/2025
The Crypto Rundown 278: Degenerates Kick Off Summer With A Bang
In this episode of The Crypto Rundown, host Mark Longo provides an in-depth analysis of the latest trends and activities in the crypto derivatives markets. Mark delves into the Bitcoin breakdown, discussing recent price movements, volatility metrics, and skew data. He highlights Bitcoin's performance, noting a rise in value and hovering around significant price points. The episode also covers other cryptocurrency derivatives such as MSTU, examining a large call trade in detail, and reviews the market performance of other altcoins including Ethereum, Solana, and XRP. The show concludes with a segment answering listener questions and conducting flash polls on best apocalyptic assets and preferred ways to gain exposure to Bitcoin. 01:05 Welcome to the Crypto Rundown 03:32 Bitcoin Breakdown 05:40 Exploring Bitcoin Volatility and Skew 19:50 Altcoin Universe 28:27 Crypto Questions and Community Polls 32:08 Conclusion and Upcoming Events
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The Crypto Rundown 277: The Long Gamma Zone
06/03/2025
The Crypto Rundown 277: The Long Gamma Zone
This episode of The Crypto Rundown dives into the latest trends and developments in the world of crypto derivatives markets. Mark is joined by Greg Magadini from Amberdata to discuss topics such as market volatility, options trading on Bitcoin, ETH's recent performance, the Gamma Zone concept, and listener questions about favorite trading vehicles. Notable mentions include the Solana futures on CME, corporate treasury allocations to crypto, the Circle IPO, and analysis of trading activity in IBIT, BITO, and other cryptocurrencies. Listeners are encouraged to engage in a poll about their preferred Bitcoin trading strategies and access comprehensive blockchain data through AmberData. 01:05 Welcome to the Crypto Rundown 04:24 Bitcoin Breakdown: Market Trends and Analysis 08:02 Exploring Bitcoin Volatility and Skew 11:52 Trading Bitcoin: Tools and Strategies 18:37 Altcoin Universe: Beyond Bitcoin 21:40 Exploring Dealer Positioning and Gamma Zones 22:07 Term Structure and Market Sentiment 22:41 Risk Assets and Crypto Tech Play 24:17 Volatility and Ethereum ETF Speculations 30:00 Altcoin Market Analysis 34:44 Crypto Questions and Audience Poll 37:18 AmberData and Closing Remarks
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The Crypto Rundown 276: Buying the Dip
05/13/2025
The Crypto Rundown 276: Buying the Dip
In this episode of The Crypto Rundown, host Mark Longo introduces the latest updates from The Options Insider Radio Network. Special guest Bill Ulivieri from Cenacle Capital Management joins to discuss his successful trades, the current state of the Bitcoin market, and his cautious approach towards recent aggressive market activities. The episode also delves into the volatility and skew in various crypto markets, focusing on Bitcoin and Ethereum's recent performances. The duo explores the implications of traditional financial institutions like Visa integrating blockchain technology, bringing attention to the Block V token (ticker VEE). Discussions extend to altcoins like Solana, which has shown a significant rally, and XRP, which has seen favorable movement, especially to the delight of Ulivieri's wife. The episode wraps up with insights into options trading in crypto markets and notable moves in other altcoins such as Doge, Litecoin, and Polkadot. 01:05 Welcome to the Crypto Rundown 02:23 Diving into Crypto Derivatives 04:00 Special Guest: Bill Ulivieri from Cenacle Capital Management 04:51 Bitcoin Breakdown: Market Trends and Analysis 09:18 Exploring Bitcoin Volatility and Skew 18:27 Altcoin Universe: Beyond Bitcoin 20:16 Ethereum's Market Performance 21:47 Volatility and Skew Analysis 23:22 Ethereum's Future and Competitors 26:17 Solana's Rapid Growth 29:01 XRP and Other Altcoins 31:04 Visa's Blockchain Integration 34:37 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
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