Episode 15: Crypto Comeback: NFTs, Altcoins, and Banks Embrace the Blockchain

Episode OverviewIn this jam-packed episode, JR (Founder & CEO of Social Market) and Leon Hitchens (CMO of Social Market) break down everything you need to know from the latest in crypto, NFTs, and digital assets. From Bitcoin’s price surge to major institutions embracing crypto, and the resurgence of NFT trading, this week is a snapshot of how fast the digital asset landscape is evolving.Hosts:Jesus Burgoa (JR), Founder & CEO of Social MarketLinkedIn, X, & WebsiteCo-Host:Leon Hitchens, CMO of Social MarketLinkedIn, X, & WebsiteFind Us:Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, & WebsiteTopics Covered1. PNC & Coinbase Join Forces for Crypto BankingPNC becomes the first major U.S. bank to launch direct crypto trading with Coinbase. Resources: Reuters: PNC taps CoinbaseWatcher Guru TweetVivek's Tweet Commentary2. Elon Musk Still Only Loves DogecoinElon says he’s not a crypto pumper—except for Doge.Resources: Economic Times ArticleDogecoin Community Tweet3. BitGo Files for IPO as Crypto Goes InstitutionalCrypto custodian BitGo quietly files to go public. Resources: CoinDesk CoverageInjective Labs Tweet4. Why ‘Buy Bitcoin’ Is the Hottest Business Strategy of 2025From Tesla to GameStop to K-pop companies—Bitcoin is a corporate play. Resources: WSJ Article: The Bitcoin Treasury StrategyWSJ: Company Balance Sheets and Crypto5. NFTs Are BACK?! Why Everyone’s Talking About Them AgainPudgy Penguins, Hoodie Punks, and meme coins dominate trading floors again. Resources: Tweet on NFT Market ResurgenceFollow-up Tweet with Live SalesJoin the ConversationDrop your thoughts in the YouTube comments, leave a review on Apple Podcasts, and tell us what you’re investing in this altcoin season.