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Galaxy Brains
by Galaxy Digital Research
Welcome to Galaxy Brains, hosted by Alex Thorn, Head of Research at Galaxy. Our weekly podcast provides insights and analysis on trends and events across the cryptocurrency ecosystem. Each week Alex will be joined by members of the research team to discuss the latest developments on all things crypto and blockchain technology.
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Compute Capital Markets with Lucas Tcheyan
Alex Thorn talks with Lucas Tcheyan (Galaxy Research) about compute, AI, and GPU financial markets. Alex also talks with Beimnet Abebe (Galaxy Trading) about CPI, rates, equities, and bitcoin. Participants, along with Galaxy Digital, hold a financial interest in Bitcoin (BTC). Galaxy regularly engages in buying and selling BTC, including hedging transactions, for its own proprietary accounts and on behalf of its counterparties. Galaxy also provides services to vehicles that invest in BTC. If the value of such assets increases, those vehicles may benefit, and Galaxy’s service fees may increase accordingly. The valuation in this communication is based on technical, fundamental, and market analysis and not on any formal valuation method. For more information, please refer to Galaxy’s public filings and statements. Cryptocurrencies, including BTC, are inherently volatile and risky and ultimate market movements may not align with this statement. For additional risks related to digital assets, please refer to the risk factors contained in filings Galaxy Digital Inc. makes with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”) from time to time, including its Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q, available at www.sec.gov. This episode was recorded on Wednesday, July 15, 2026. ++ Follow us on Twitter, @glxyresearch, and read our research at www.galaxy.com/research/ to learn more! This podcast, and the information contained herein, has been provided to you by Galaxy Digital Holdings LP and its affiliates (“Galaxy Digital”) solely for informational purposes. View the full disclaimer at www.galaxy.com/disclaimer-galaxy-brains-podcast/
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The State of Bitcoin with Alex Thorn
In a special episode, Alex Thorn gives his views on all the major topics in crypto markets today. Has Bitcoin bottomed? How will we know when it has? Is Strategy a threat to Bitcoin markets? Did Strategy do the right thing this week? What about tokenized securities, stablecoins, the Ethereum Foundation? And what do the rise of prediction markets and perps say about Bitcoin’s ethos? All of this and more in a rare solo episode from Alex. Past performance is not indicative of future results. Participants, along with Galaxy Digital, hold a financial interest in Bitcoin (BTC). Galaxy regularly engages in buying and selling BTC, including hedging transactions, for its own proprietary accounts and on behalf of its counterparties. Galaxy also provides services to vehicles that invest in BTC. If the value of such assets increases, those vehicles may benefit, and Galaxy’s service fees may increase accordingly. The valuation in this communication is based on technical, fundamental, and market analysis and not on any formal valuation method. For more information, please refer to Galaxy’s public filings and statements. Cryptocurrencies, including BTC, are inherently volatile and risky and ultimate market movements may not align with this statement. For additional risks related to digital assets, please refer to the risk factors contained in filings Galaxy Digital Inc. makes with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”) from time to time, including its Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q, available at www.sec.gov. This episode was recorded on Wednesday, July 1st, 2026. ++ Follow us on Twitter, @glxyresearch, and read our research at www.galaxy.com/research/ to learn more! This podcast, and the information contained herein, has been provided to you by Galaxy Digital Holdings LP and its affiliates (“Galaxy Digital”) solely for informational purposes. View the full disclaimer at www.galaxy.com/disclaimer-galaxy-brains-podcast/
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Predicting the Future with Gil Wassermann
Alex Thorn talks with Gil Wassermann, Galaxy’s Head of Prediction Markets, about the institutional prediction markets use case, Galaxy’s new prediction markets desk, and why the world is crazy for prediction markets. Alex also talks with Beimnet Abebe about the summer doldrums in markets. Galaxy conducts event contracts activity solely with eligible, institutional counterparties and evaluates offerings on a jurisdiction-by-jurisdiction basis in light of applicable legal and regulatory considerations. Participants, along with Galaxy Digital, hold a financial interest in Bitcoin (BTC). Galaxy regularly engages in buying and selling BTC, including hedging transactions, for its own proprietary accounts and on behalf of its counterparties. Galaxy also provides services to vehicles that invest in BTC. If the value of such assets increases, those vehicles may benefit, and Galaxy’s service fees may increase accordingly. The valuation in this communication is based on technical, fundamental, and market analysis and not on any formal valuation method. For more information, please refer to Galaxy’s public filings and statements. Cryptocurrencies, including BTC, are inherently volatile and risky and ultimate market movements may not align with this statement. For additional risks related to digital assets, please refer to the risk factors contained in filings Galaxy Digital Inc. makes with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”) from time to time, including its Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q, available at www.sec.gov. This episode was recorded on Wednesday, June 24, 2026. ++ Follow us on Twitter, @glxyresearch, and read our research at www.galaxy.com/research/ to learn more! This podcast, and the information contained herein, has been provided to you by Galaxy Digital Holdings LP and its affiliates (“Galaxy Digital”) solely for informational purposes. View the full disclaimer at www.galaxy.com/disclaimer-galaxy-brains-podcast/
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CZ on the Future of Crypto
Alex Thorn talks with CZ, founder of Binance, about where we sit in the four-year cycle and whether $60K is the new floor, why there are no dead bodies floating up this time, the great convergence of TradFi and crypto and why he thinks it should just be one industry, perps coming onshore to CME and CBOE, his take on Hyperliquid’s no-KYC model, prediction markets and the state-versus-federal fight, why he’d freeze Satoshi’s coins a year after a quantum fork, what YZI Labs is funding beyond crypto including an artificial womb company, and why agentic AI payments will run on crypto in months not years. Participants, along with Galaxy Digital, hold a financial interest in Bitcoin (BTC). Galaxy regularly engages in buying and selling BTC, including hedging transactions, for its own proprietary accounts and on behalf of its counterparties. Galaxy also provides services to vehicles that invest in BTC. If the value of such assets increases, those vehicles may benefit, and Galaxy’s service fees may increase accordingly. The valuation in this communication is based on technical, fundamental, and market analysis and not on any formal valuation method. For more information, please refer to Galaxy’s public filings and statements. Cryptocurrencies, including BTC, are inherently volatile and risky and ultimate market movements may not align with this statement. For additional risks related to digital assets, please refer to the risk factors contained in filings Galaxy Digital Inc. makes with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”) from time to time, including its Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q, available at www.sec.gov. This episode was recorded on Wednesday, June 10, 2026. ++ Follow us on Twitter, @glxyresearch, and read our research at www.galaxy.com/research/ to learn more! This podcast, and the information contained herein, has been provided to you by Galaxy Digital Holdings LP and its affiliates (“Galaxy Digital”) solely for informational purposes. View the full disclaimer at www.galaxy.com/disclaimer-galaxy-brains-podcast/
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AI Eats Wall Street Research with Anthony Pompliano
Alex Thorn talks with Anthony Pompliano (ProCap) about ProCap’s acquisition of Sylvia, an AI CFO, how AI-generated research could upend Wall Street, Bitcoin treasury companies building operating businesses, the CLARITY Act and the stablecoin yield fight, whether February’s wick below $60K was the bottom, and Pomp’s case for asset inflation alongside consumer deflation. Alex also talks with Beimnet Abebe (Galaxy Trading) about Bitcoin’s relative strength versus sliding equities, Iran tail risks, the AI trade unwinding, megacap equity raises ahead of the SpaceX IPO, and gold’s technical breakdown. Past performance is not indicative of future results. Participants, along with Galaxy Digital, hold a financial interest in Anchorage Digital and Bitcoin (BTC). Galaxy regularly engages in buying and selling BTC, including hedging transactions, for its own proprietary accounts and on behalf of its counterparties. Galaxy also provides services to vehicles that invest in BTC. If the value of such assets increases, those vehicles may benefit, and Galaxy’s service fees may increase accordingly. The valuation in this communication is based on technical, fundamental, and market analysis and not on any formal valuation method. For more information, please refer to Galaxy’s public filings and statements. Cryptocurrencies, including BTC, are inherently volatile and risky and ultimate market movements may not align with this statement. For additional risks related to digital assets, please refer to the risk factors contained in filings Galaxy Digital Inc. makes with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”) from time to time, including its Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q, available at www.sec.gov. This episode was recorded on Wednesday, June 10, 2026. ++ Follow us on Twitter, @glxyresearch, and read our research at www.galaxy.com/research/ to learn more! This podcast, and the information contained herein, has been provided to you by Galaxy Digital Holdings LP and its affiliates (“Galaxy Digital”) solely for informational purposes. View the full disclaimer at www.galaxy.com/disclaimer-galaxy-brains-podcast/
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Bitcoin Bear Market vs. Blockchain Bull Market with Beimnet Abebe & James Seyffart
Alex talks with Beimnet Abebe (Galaxy Trading) about the state of the Bitcoin market, his expected length and depth of its drawdown, and what it takes for BTC to find its footing. Alex also airs an interview with James Seyffart (Bloomberg Intelligence) about growing institutional adoption, Morgan Stanley’s Bitcoin ETF, JPM’s new big presence, and a growing market of niche sector and “hot sauce” ETFs. Past performance is not indicative of future results. Participants, along with Galaxy Digital, hold a financial interest in Anchorage Digital and Bitcoin (BTC). Galaxy regularly engages in buying and selling BTC, including hedging transactions, for its own proprietary accounts and on behalf of its counterparties. Galaxy also provides services to vehicles that invest in BTC. If the value of such assets increases, those vehicles may benefit, and Galaxy’s service fees may increase accordingly. The valuation in this communication is based on technical, fundamental, and market analysis and not on any formal valuation method. For more information, please refer to Galaxy’s public filings and statements. Cryptocurrencies, including BTC, are inherently volatile and risky and ultimate market movements may not align with this statement. For additional risks related to digital assets, please refer to the risk factors contained in filings Galaxy Digital Inc. makes with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”) from time to time, including its Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q, available at www.sec.gov. This episode was recorded on Wednesday, June 3, 2026. ++ Follow us on Twitter, @glxyresearch, and read our research at www.galaxy.com/research/ to learn more! This podcast, and the information contained herein, has been provided to you by Galaxy Digital Holdings LP and its affiliates (“Galaxy Digital”) solely for informational purposes. View the full disclaimer at www.galaxy.com/disclaimer-galaxy-brains-podcast/
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MIAMI TAPES: Yat Siu (Animoca Brands)
Alex Thorn talks with Yat Siu, founder of Animoca Brands, about the emerging agentic economy and why Yat believes it will be built on crypto. Keep in touch: ▸ Follow us on Twitter: https://x.com/galaxyhq & https://x.com/glxyresearch ▸ Read our research at https://www.galaxy.com/research ▸ Subscribe to receive Galaxy Research's weekly newsletter: https://www.galaxy.com/subscribe-to-r... This video, and the information contained herein, has been provided to you by Galaxy Digital Holdings LP and its affiliates (“Galaxy Digital”) solely for informational purposes. View the full disclaimer at https://www.galaxy.com/galaxy-digital...
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Operation Chokepoint 2.0 and the Future of Banking with Scott Shay
Alex Thorn talks with Scott Shay, co-founder of Signature Bank and N3XT (a new Wyoming bank), about what happened in 2023, how the banking system actually works, and what the future of banking looks like. Alex also talks with Beimnet Abebe (Galaxy Trading) about the Strait of Hormuz, risk markets, and a bearish case for bitcoin. Participants, along with Galaxy Digital, hold a financial interest in Bitcoin (BTC). Galaxy regularly engages in buying and selling BTC, including hedging transactions, for its own proprietary accounts and on behalf of its counterparties. Galaxy also provides services to vehicles that invest in BTC. If the value of such assets increases, those vehicles may benefit, and Galaxy’s service fees may increase accordingly. The valuation in this communication is based on technical, fundamental, and market analysis and not on any formal valuation method. For more information, please refer to Galaxy’s public filings and statements. Cryptocurrencies, including BTC, are inherently volatile and risky and ultimate market movements may not align with this statement. For additional risks related to digital assets, please refer to the risk factors contained in filings Galaxy Digital Inc. makes with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”) from time to time, including its Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q, available at www.sec.gov. This episode was recorded on Wednesday, May 13, 2026. ++ Follow us on Twitter, @glxyresearch, and read our research at www.galaxy.com/research/ to learn more! This podcast, and the information contained herein, has been provided to you by Galaxy Digital Holdings LP and its affiliates (“Galaxy Digital”) solely for informational purposes. View the full disclaimer at www.galaxy.com/disclaimer-galaxy-brains-podcast/
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MIAMI TAPES: Blue Macellari (T-Rowe Price)
Alex Thorn talks with Blue Macellari, Head of Digital Asset Strategy at T. Rowe Price, about the $1.83 trillion asset manager’s efforts in crypto, including their forthcoming T. Rowe Price Active Crypto ETF planned to list on NYSE Arca under the ticker TKNZ. Alex and Blue discuss the maturation of crypto and the future of institutional adoption. Keep in touch: ▸ Follow us on Twitter: https://x.com/galaxyhq & https://x.com/glxyresearch ▸ Read our research at https://www.galaxy.com/research ▸ Subscribe to receive Galaxy Research's weekly newsletter: https://www.galaxy.com/subscribe-to-r... This video, and the information contained herein, has been provided to you by Galaxy Digital Holdings LP and its affiliates (“Galaxy Digital”) solely for informational purposes. View the full disclaimer at https://www.galaxy.com/galaxy-digital... This episode was recorded on Wednesday, May 6, 2026. ++ Follow us on Twitter, @glxyresearch, and read our research at www.galaxy.com/research/ to learn more! This podcast, and the information contained herein, has been provided to you by Galaxy Digital Holdings LP and its affiliates (“Galaxy Digital”) solely for informational purposes. View the full disclaimer at www.galaxy.com/disclaimer-galaxy-brains-podcast/
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Anchorage and the Charter Wars with Nathan McCauley
Alex Thorn talks with Nathan McCauley, CEO of Anchorage, about Anchorage winning crypto’s first national bank charter and how they spent years fighting the very regulator that granted it. Now the OCC lane is reopening, competitors are piling in, and CEO Nathan McCauley explains what it means for crypto’s next phase. Alex also speaks with Beimnet Abebe (Galaxy Trading) about markets. Participants, along with Galaxy Digital, hold a financial interest in Anchorage Digital and Bitcoin (BTC). Galaxy regularly engages in buying and selling BTC, including hedging transactions, for its own proprietary accounts and on behalf of its counterparties. Galaxy also provides services to vehicles that invest in BTC. If the value of such assets increases, those vehicles may benefit, and Galaxy’s service fees may increase accordingly. The valuation in this communication is based on technical, fundamental, and market analysis and not on any formal valuation method. For more information, please refer to Galaxy’s public filings and statements. Cryptocurrencies, including BTC, are inherently volatile and risky and ultimate market movements may not align with this statement. For additional risks related to digital assets, please refer to the risk factors contained in filings Galaxy Digital Inc. makes with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”) from time to time, including its Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q, available at www.sec.gov. This episode was recorded on Wednesday, May 6, 2026. ++ Follow us on Twitter, @glxyresearch, and read our research at www.galaxy.com/research/ to learn more! This podcast, and the information contained herein, has been provided to you by Galaxy Digital Holdings LP and its affiliates (“Galaxy Digital”) solely for informational purposes. View the full disclaimer at www.galaxy.com/disclaimer-galaxy-brains-podcast/
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MIAMI TAPES: Johann Kerbrat (Robinhood)
Alex Thorn talks with Robinhood’s General Manager of Crypto Johann Kerbrat on the sidelines of Consensus 2026. Johann and Alex talk about the growth of crypto activity on the platform, their plans for tokenized securities, and the convergence of traditional markets and crypto. For additional risks related to digital assets, please refer to the risk factors contained in filings Galaxy Digital Inc. makes with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”) from time to time, including its Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q, available at www.sec.gov. This episode was recorded on Wednesday, May 6, 2026. ++ Follow us on Twitter, @glxyresearch, and read our research at www.galaxy.com/research/ to learn more! This podcast, and the information contained herein, has been provided to you by Galaxy Digital Holdings LP and its affiliates (“Galaxy Digital”) solely for informational purposes. View the full disclaimer at www.galaxy.com/disclaimer-galaxy-brains-podcast/
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Bitcoin Debates Spam & Quantum with Matt Corallo
Alex Thorn talks with Matt Corallo, Bitcoin developer at Spiral, about debates over Bitcoin’s development path, node implementations, and pathways and possibilities for mitigating the impact of a potential future cryptographically relevant quantum computer. Matt first contributed to Bitcoin Core in 2011 and today focuses on building tools for Bitcoin’s Lightning Network. Alex also talks with Beimnet Abebe (Galaxy Trading) about rising inflation expectations, the new Fed chair, and tricky macro conditions. Participants, along with Galaxy Digital, hold a financial interest in Bitcoin (BTC). Galaxy regularly engages in buying and selling BTC, including hedging transactions, for its own proprietary accounts and on behalf of its counterparties. Galaxy also provides services to vehicles that invest in BTC. If the value of such assets increases, those vehicles may benefit, and Galaxy’s service fees may increase accordingly. The valuation in this communication is based on technical, fundamental, and market analysis and not on any formal valuation method. For more information, please refer to Galaxy’s public filings and statements. Cryptocurrencies, including BTC and ZEC, are inherently volatile and risky and ultimate market movements may not align with this statement. For additional risks related to digital assets, please refer to the risk factors contained in filings Galaxy Digital Inc. makes with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”) from time to time, including its Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q, available at www.sec.gov. This episode was recorded on Wednesday, May 13, 2026. ++ Follow us on Twitter, @glxyresearch, and read our research at www.galaxy.com/research/ to learn more! This podcast, and the information contained herein, has been provided to you by Galaxy Digital Holdings LP and its affiliates (“Galaxy Digital”) solely for informational purposes. View the full disclaimer at www.galaxy.com/disclaimer-galaxy-brains-podcast/
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Crypto is Eating Finance with Arjun Sethi
Alex Thorn talks with Arjun Sethi, Co-CEO of Kraken, about the evolution of crypto exchanges, regulatory landscapes, and blockchain technology. Alex also talks with Beimnet Abebe (Galaxy Trading) about markets. Participants, along with Galaxy, hold a financial interest in Bitcoin (BTC). Galaxy regularly engages in buying and selling BTC, including hedging transactions, for its own proprietary accounts and on behalf of its counterparties. Galaxy also provides services to vehicles that invest in BTC. If the value of such assets increases, those vehicles may benefit, and Galaxy’s service fees may increase accordingly. The valuation in this communication is based on technical, fundamental, and market analysis and not on any formal valuation method. For more information, please refer to Galaxy’s public filings and statements. Cryptocurrencies, including BTC, are inherently volatile and risky and ultimate market movements may not align with this statement. For additional risks related to digital assets, please refer to the risk factors contained in filings Galaxy Digital Inc. makes with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”) from time to time, including its Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q, available at www.sec.gov. This episode was recorded on Wednesday, May 6, 2026. ++ Follow us on Twitter, @glxyresearch, and read our research at www.galaxy.com/research/ to learn more! This podcast, and the information contained herein, has been provided to you by Galaxy Digital Holdings LP and its affiliates (“Galaxy Digital”) solely for informational purposes. View the full disclaimer at www.galaxy.com/disclaimer-galaxy-brains-podcast/
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Bitcoin Descends on Las Vegas w/ Alex Thorn
Alex Thorn reports live from Bitcoin 2026 at the Venetian Resort and Casino in Las Vegas. Alex walks the floor, explains the vibes, and appears on a panel about quantum computing and its potential to impact Bitcoin. Alex also checks in with Beimnet Abebe (Galaxy Trading) about markets, the incoming Fed Chair, and the state of the Iran War. Participants, along with Galaxy Digital, hold a financial interest in (BTC). Galaxy regularly engages in buying and selling BTC, including hedging transactions, for its own proprietary accounts and on behalf of its counterparties. Galaxy also provides services to vehicles that invest in BTC. If the value of such assets increases, those vehicles may benefit, and Galaxy’s service fees may increase accordingly. The valuation in this communication is based on technical, fundamental, and market analysis and not on any formal valuation method. For more information, please refer to Galaxy’s public filings and statements. Cryptocurrencies, including BTC, are inherently volatile and risky and ultimate market movements may not align with this statement. For additional risks related to digital assets, please refer to the risk factors contained in filings Galaxy Digital Inc. makes with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”) from time to time, including its Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q, available at www.sec.gov. This episode was recorded on Wednesday, April 29, 2026. ++ Follow us on Twitter, @glxyresearch, and read our research at www.galaxy.com/research/ to learn more! This podcast, and the information contained herein, has been provided to you by Galaxy Digital Holdings LP and its affiliates (“Galaxy Digital”) solely for informational purposes. View the full disclaimer at www.galaxy.com/disclaimer-galaxy-brains-podcast/
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Building Bitcoin While Battling Cancer with Becca Rubenfeld
Alex Thorn talks with Anchorwatch co-founder and COO Becca Rubenfeld about building hyper secure Bitcoin wallets, the evolving custody landscape, and insurance in the Bitcoin world. Alex and Becca also discuss her battle with cancer, her decision to be public about her diagnosis and treatment, and how her fight against cancer has changed her worldview. Alex also talks with Beimnet Abebe (Galaxy Trading) about the Strait of Hormuz, equity markets, and Bitcoin’s rally. Participants, along with Galaxy Digital, hold a financial interest in (BTC). Galaxy regularly engages in buying and selling BTC, including hedging transactions, for its own proprietary accounts and on behalf of its counterparties. Galaxy also provides services to vehicles that invest in BTC. If the value of such assets increases, those vehicles may benefit, and Galaxy’s service fees may increase accordingly. The valuation in this communication is based on technical, fundamental, and market analysis and not on any formal valuation method. For more information, please refer to Galaxy’s public filings and statements. Cryptocurrencies, including BTC, are inherently volatile and risky and ultimate market movements may not align with this statement. For additional risks related to digital assets, please refer to the risk factors contained in filings Galaxy Digital Inc. makes with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”) from time to time, including its Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q, available at www.sec.gov. This episode was recorded on Wednesday, April 22, 2026. ++ Follow us on Twitter, @glxyresearch, and read our research at www.galaxy.com/research/ to learn more! This podcast, and the information contained herein, has been provided to you by Galaxy Digital Holdings LP and its affiliates (“Galaxy Digital”) solely for informational purposes. View the full disclaimer at www.galaxy.com/disclaimer-galaxy-brains-podcast/
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Is the Quantum Threat to Bitcoin Real? with Alex Pruden
Alex Thorn talks with Alex Pruden, co-founder and CEO of Project Eleven, about the risk that quantum computers pose to Bitcoin, blockchains, and digital assets. The two Alex’s discuss timelines, mitigations, narratives, and headwinds. Alex Thorn also talks with Beimnet Abebe (Galaxy Trading) about markets, the Strait of Hormuz, and bitcoin price. Participants, along with Galaxy Digital, hold a financial interest in (BTC). Galaxy regularly engages in buying and selling BTC, including hedging transactions, for its own proprietary accounts and on behalf of its counterparties. Galaxy also provides services to vehicles that invest in BTC. If the value of such assets increases, those vehicles may benefit, and Galaxy’s service fees may increase accordingly. The valuation in this communication is based on technical, fundamental, and market analysis and not on any formal valuation method. For more information, please refer to Galaxy’s public filings and statements. Cryptocurrencies, including BTC, are inherently volatile and risky and ultimate market movements may not align with this statement. For additional risks related to digital assets, please refer to the risk factors contained in filings Galaxy Digital Inc. makes with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”) from time to time, including its Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q, available at www.sec.gov. This episode was recorded on Wednesday, April 16, 2026. ++ Follow us on Twitter, @glxyresearch, and read our research at www.galaxy.com/research/ to learn more! This podcast, and the information contained herein, has been provided to you by Galaxy Digital Holdings LP and its affiliates (“Galaxy Digital”) solely for informational purposes. View the full disclaimer at www.galaxy.com/disclaimer-galaxy-brains-podcast/
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Open Blockchains Are The Future w/ Mert
Alex Thorn talks with Helius CEO Mert about Solana, Bitcoin & quantum, and permissioned blockchains. Alex also talks with Beimnet Abebe (Galaxy Trading) about the market impact of geopolitics, the likelihood of a lasting ceasefire with Iran, and the impact of the Strait of Hormuz. Participants, along with Galaxy, hold a financial interest in Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH). Galaxy regularly engages in buying and selling BTC, ETH, including hedging transactions, for its own proprietary accounts and on behalf of its counterparties. Galaxy also provides services to vehicles that invest in BTC and ETH. If the value of such assets increases, those vehicles may benefit, and Galaxy’s service fees may increase accordingly. The valuation in this communication is based on technical, fundamental, and market analysis and not on any formal valuation method. For more information, please refer to Galaxy’s public filings and statements. Cryptocurrencies, including BTC and ETH, are inherently volatile and risky and ultimate market movements may not align with this statement. For additional risks related to digital assets, please refer to the risk factors contained in filings Galaxy Digital Inc. makes with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”) from time to time, including its Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q, available at www.sec.gov. This episode was recorded on Wednesday, April 8, 2026. ++ Follow us on Twitter, @glxyresearch, and read our research at www.galaxy.com/research/ to learn more! This podcast, and the information contained herein, has been provided to you by Galaxy Digital Holdings LP and its affiliates (“Galaxy Digital”) solely for informational purposes. View the full disclaimer at www.galaxy.com/disclaimer-galaxy-brains-podcast/
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Nakamoto’s Next Phase with David Bailey
Alex Thorn talks with Nakamoto CEO David Bailey about its acquisition of BTC Inc. and UTXO Management. The acquisition brings Bitcoin Magazine and The Bitcoin Conference under Nakamoto’s roof, making Nakamoto one of the first bitcoin treasury companies to acquire operating businesses. Alex and David also discuss the Trump Administration’s bitcoin and crypto policies and preview the upcoming Bitcoin 2026 conference in Las Vegas this April. Alex also talks with Beimnet Abebe about markets, Fed policy, and his constructive outlook on BTC. Participants, along with Galaxy, hold a financial interest in Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH). Galaxy regularly engages in buying and selling BTC, ETH, including hedging transactions, for its own proprietary accounts and on behalf of its counterparties. Galaxy also provides services to vehicles that invest in BTC and ETH. If the value of such assets increases, those vehicles may benefit, and Galaxy’s service fees may increase accordingly. The valuation in this communication is based on technical, fundamental, and market analysis and not on any formal valuation method. For more information, please refer to Galaxy’s public filings and statements. Cryptocurrencies, including BTC and ETH, are inherently volatile and risky and ultimate market movements may not align with this statement. For additional risks related to digital assets, please refer to the risk factors contained in filings Galaxy Digital Inc. makes with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”) from time to time, including its Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q, available at www.sec.gov. This episode was recorded on Wednesday, March 18 , 2026. ++ Follow us on Twitter, @glxyresearch, and read our research at www.galaxy.com/research/ to learn more! This podcast, and the information contained herein, has been provided to you by Galaxy Digital Holdings LP and its affiliates (“Galaxy Digital”) solely for informational purposes. View the full disclaimer at www.galaxy.com/disclaimer-galaxy-brains-podcast/
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The Great Convergence of Crypto & TradFi w/ Alex Thorn
Alex Thorn delivers a deep monologue about the state of institutional adoption of cryptos and blockchains. He discusses the tension between the banks’ and brokerages’ efforts to add crypto connectivity while their trade groups (BPI, ABA, ICBA) simultaneously oppose crypto institutional adoption and regulatory and legislative actions on multiple fronts. Alex also talks with Beimnet Abebe (Galaxy Trading) about oil and commodity markets, equities, and (crucially) what the market reaction to UAP disclosure by the U.S. government may be. Participants, along with Galaxy, hold a financial interest in Bitcoin (BTC). Galaxy regularly engages in buying and selling BTC, including hedging transactions, for its own proprietary accounts and on behalf of its counterparties. Galaxy also provides services to vehicles that invest in BTC. If the value of such assets increases, those vehicles may benefit, and Galaxy’s service fees may increase accordingly. The valuation in this communication is based on technical, fundamental, and market analysis and not on any formal valuation method. For more information, please refer to Galaxy’s public filings and statements. Cryptocurrencies, including BTC, are inherently volatile and risky and ultimate market movements may not align with this statement.For additional risks related to digital assets, please refer to the risk factors contained in filings Galaxy Digital Inc. makes with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”) from time to time, including in its Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended September 30, 2025, filed with the SEC on November 10, 2025, available at www.sec.gov. This episode was recorded on Wednesday, March 11, 2026. ++ Follow us on Twitter, @glxyresearch, and read our research at www.galaxy.com/research/ to learn more! This podcast, and the information contained herein, has been provided to you by Galaxy Digital Holdings LP and its affiliates (“Galaxy Digital”) solely for informational purposes. View the full disclaimer at www.galaxy.com/disclaimer-galaxy-brains-podcast/
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Comparing Today to Bear Markets of the Past with Dan Matuszewski
Alex Thorn talks with Dan Matuszewski (CMS Holdings) about the state of the market, how it compares to prior Bitcoin bear markets, prediction markets, perps, policy, and more. Alex also talks to Beimnet Abebe (Galaxy Trading) about geopolitics, market impacts, and why he’s near-term bullish on BTC. Participants, along with Galaxy, hold a financial interest in Bitcoin (BTC). Galaxy regularly engages in buying and selling BTC, including hedging transactions, for its own proprietary accounts and on behalf of its counterparties. Galaxy also provides services to vehicles that invest in BTC. If the value of such assets increases, those vehicles may benefit, and Galaxy’s service fees may increase accordingly. The valuation in this communication is based on technical, fundamental, and market analysis and not on any formal valuation method. For more information, please refer to Galaxy’s public filings and statements. Cryptocurrencies, including BTC, are inherently volatile and risky and ultimate market movements may not align with this statement.For additional risks related to digital assets, please refer to the risk factors contained in filings Galaxy Digital Inc. makes with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”) from time to time, including in its Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended September 30, 2025, filed with the SEC on November 10, 2025, available at www.sec.gov. This episode was recorded on Wednesday, March 4, 2026. ++ Follow us on Twitter, @glxyresearch, and read our research at www.galaxy.com/research/ to learn more! This podcast, and the information contained herein, has been provided to you by Galaxy Digital Holdings LP and its affiliates (“Galaxy Digital”) solely for informational purposes. View the full disclaimer at www.galaxy.com/disclaimer-galaxy-brains-podcast/
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Will Agent Swarms Price the Future on Prediction Markets? with Zack Pokorny
Alex Thorn talks with Zack Pokorny (Galaxy Research) about crypto lending markets, DAO and AI agents having issues with legal personhood, prediction markets and what rulemaking might say about insider information and market manipulation, and Coinbase’s announcement that their Ethereum L2 Base is leaving the Optimism Superchain. Alex also talks with Beimnet Abebe (Galaxy Trading) about market risks from AI anxiety and geopolitical tensions. Participants, along with Galaxy, hold a financial interest in Bitcoin (BTC). Galaxy regularly engages in buying and selling BTC, including hedging transactions, for its own proprietary accounts and on behalf of its counterparties. Galaxy also provides services to vehicles that invest in BTC. If the value of such assets increases, those vehicles may benefit, and Galaxy’s service fees may increase accordingly. The valuation in this communication is based on technical, fundamental, and market analysis and not on any formal valuation method. For more information, please refer to Galaxy’s public filings and statements. Cryptocurrencies, including BTC, are inherently volatile and risky and ultimate market movements may not align with this statement. For additional risks related to digital assets, please refer to the risk factors contained in filings Galaxy Digital Inc. makes with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”) from time to time, including in its Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended September 30, 2025, filed with the SEC on November 10, 2025, available at www.sec.gov. This episode was recorded on Wednesday, February 25, 2026. ++ Follow us on Twitter, @glxyresearch, and read our research at www.galaxy.com/research/ to learn more! This podcast, and the information contained herein, has been provided to you by Galaxy Digital Holdings LP and its affiliates (“Galaxy Digital”) solely for informational purposes. View the full disclaimer at www.galaxy.com/disclaimer-galaxy-brains-podcast/
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The Banks are Wrong on Stablecoin Yield with Omid Malekan
Alex Thorn talks to Omid Malekan, blockchain professor at Columbia Business School, about stablecoins and the CLARITY Act. Alex and Omid discuss the bank lobby’s current negotiating position and argue that the fears of deposit flight or a negative impact on credit creation by yield-bearing stablecoins are overblown at best and disingenuous at worst. Alex also talks to Galaxy Trading’s Beimnet Abebe about bitcoin markets, macro conditions, and geopolitical concerns. Past performance is not indicative of future results. Participants, along with Galaxy, hold a financial interest in Bitcoin (BTC). Galaxy regularly engages in buying and selling BTC, including hedging transactions, for its own proprietary accounts and on behalf of its counterparties. Galaxy also provides services to vehicles that invest in BTC. If the value of such assets increases, those vehicles may benefit, and Galaxy’s service fees may increase accordingly. The valuation in this communication is based on technical, fundamental, and market analysis and not on any formal valuation method. For more information, please refer to Galaxy’s public filings and statements. Cryptocurrencies, including BTC, are inherently volatile and risky and ultimate market movements may not align with this statement. For additional risks related to digital assets, please refer to the risk factors contained in filings Galaxy Digital Inc. makes with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”) from time to time, including in its Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended September 30, 2025, filed with the SEC on November 10, 2025, available at www.sec.gov (http://www.sec.gov/). This episode was recorded on Wednesday, February 18, 2026. ++ Follow us on Twitter, @glxyresearch, and read our research at www.galaxy.com/research/ to learn more! This podcast, and the information contained herein, has been provided to you by Galaxy Digital Holdings LP and its affiliates (“Galaxy Digital”) solely for informational purposes. View the full disclaimer at www.galaxy.com/disclaimer-galaxy-brains-podcast/
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Crypto Policy & The Future of Multicoin with Greg Xethalis
Alex Thorn talks with Multicoin Capital General Counsel Greg Xethalis about crypto legislation and policy, the CLARITY Act, the future of Multicoin Capital, and the “Vanderbilt Mafia” at the top of financial services policymaking in Washington. Alex also talks with Beimnet Abebe (Galaxy Trading) about bitcoin price action, the impact of AI on jobs, and growing uncertainty in markets. Past performance is not indicative of future results. Participants, along with Galaxy, hold a financial interest in Bitcoin (BTC). Galaxy regularly engages in buying and selling BTC, including hedging transactions, for its own proprietary accounts and on behalf of its counterparties. Galaxy also provides services to vehicles that invest in BTC. If the value of such assets increases, those vehicles may benefit, and Galaxy’s service fees may increase accordingly. The valuation in this communication is based on technical, fundamental, and market analysis and not on any formal valuation method. For more information, please refer to Galaxy’s public filings and statements. Cryptocurrencies, including BTC, are inherently volatile and risky and ultimate market movements may not align with this statement. For additional risks related to digital assets, please refer to the risk factors contained in filings Galaxy Digital Inc. makes with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”) from time to time, including in its Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended September 30, 2025, filed with the SEC on November 10, 2025, available at www.sec.gov. This episode was recorded on Wednesday, February 11, 2025. ++ Follow us on Twitter, @glxyresearch, and read our research at www.galaxy.com/research/ to learn more! This podcast, and the information contained herein, has been provided to you by Galaxy Digital Holdings LP and its affiliates (“Galaxy Digital”) solely for informational purposes. View the full disclaimer at www.galaxy.com/disclaimer-galaxy-brains-podcast/
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State of the Bitcoin Bear Market with Beimnet Abebe
Alex Thorn, Head of Firmwide Research at Galaxy, speaks with Beimnet Abebe of Galaxy Trading, who previously warned that bitcoin was entering a bear phase. Abebe, a market strategist focused on macro and crypto structure, reiterates his view that bitcoin is likely to test its 200-week moving average near $60,000 amid deteriorating liquidity and weakening risk appetite. The discussion situates crypto within broader market stress. Abebe argues that equity momentum has stalled, software valuations are vulnerable to AI disruption, and marginal buyers are retreating. He points to cracks in the labor market, softer consumer sentiment, and rising odds of Fed cuts driven by employment weakness rather than renewed stimulus. Thorn challenges whether bitcoin’s failure to track gold undermines the “digital gold” thesis, while Abebe maintains that reflexivity and improved risk-reward at lower levels could reset positioning. What’s Happening Abebe frames the recent bitcoin drawdown as a structural breakdown, not a transient dip. Liquidity has thinned, sentiment has turned, and equities—particularly software and AI-exposed names—are repricing. He highlights slowing retail flows, de-dollarization pressures, and labor data signaling softness. The pair debate whether AI threatens software moats and how that repricing feeds into broader risk assets, including crypto. Why It Matters If equities correct further and labor weakens, the Fed’s dual mandate could tilt toward easing, altering fixed income and risk allocations. For bitcoin, a move toward the 200-week average would historically mark a value zone with asymmetric upside. The conversation underscores how tightly crypto remains linked to macro liquidity and equity sentiment. Key Takeaways • Bitcoin’s market structure has weakened, increasing odds of a test near $60,000. • Equity repricing, especially in software, reflects AI-driven moat erosion concerns. • Labor softness may push the Fed toward cuts despite inflation above target. • Lower bitcoin levels could offer asymmetric risk-reward for long-term allocators. Participants, along with Galaxy, hold a financial interest in Bitcoin (BTC). Galaxy regularly engages in buying and selling BTC, including hedging transactions, for its own proprietary accounts and on behalf of its counterparties. Galaxy also provides services to vehicles that invest in BTC. If the value of such assets increases, those vehicles may benefit, and Galaxy’s service fees may increase accordingly. The valuation in this communication is based on technical, fundamental, and market analysis and not on any formal valuation method. For more information, please refer to Galaxy’s public filings and statements. Cryptocurrencies, including BTC, are inherently volatile and risky and ultimate market movements may not align with this statement. For additional risks related to digital assets, please refer to the risk factors contained in filings Galaxy Digital Inc. makes with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”) from time to time, including in its Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended September 30, 2025, filed with the SEC on November 10, 2025, available at www.sec.gov. This episode was recorded on Wednesday, February 4, 2025. ++ Follow us on Twitter, @glxyresearch, and read our research at www.galaxy.com/research/ to learn more! This podcast, and the information contained herein, has been provided to you by Galaxy Digital Holdings LP and its affiliates (“Galaxy Digital”) solely for informational purposes. View the full disclaimer at www.galaxy.com/disclaimer-galaxy-brains-podcast/
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Bitcoin Mining vs. AI w/ Will Foxley
Alex Thorn talks with Will Foxley (Blockspace) about their conferences OP_NEXT and bitcoin development. Alex and Will also talk about crypto media and the supposed threat to bitcoin from quantum computers. Alex also talks to Beimnet Abebe (Galaxy Trading) about the results of the Federal Reserve Open Markets Committee meeting, interest rates. and the degrading investment environment. Participants, along with Galaxy, hold a financial interest in Bitcoin (BTC). Galaxy regularly engages in buying and selling BTC, including hedging transactions, for its own proprietary accounts and on behalf of its counterparties. Galaxy also provides services to vehicles that invest in BTC. If the value of such assets increases, those vehicles may benefit, and Galaxy’s service fees may increase accordingly. The valuation in this communication is based on technical, fundamental, and market analysis and not on any formal valuation method. For more information, please refer to Galaxy’s public filings and statements. Cryptocurrencies, including BTC, are inherently volatile and risky and ultimate market movements may not align with this statement. For additional risks related to digital assets, please refer to the risk factors contained in filings Galaxy Digital Inc. makes with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”) from time to time, including in its Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended September 30, 2025, filed with the SEC on November 10, 2025, available at www.sec.gov. This episode was recorded on Wednesday, January 21, 2025. ++ Follow us on Twitter, @glxyresearch, and read our research at www.galaxy.com/research/ to learn more! This podcast, and the information contained herein, has been provided to you by Galaxy Digital Holdings LP and its affiliates (“Galaxy Digital”) solely for informational purposes. View the full disclaimer at www.galaxy.com/disclaimer-galaxy-brains-podcast/
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Zero Knowledge & Quantum w/ Eli Ben-Sasson
Alex Thorn talks with Starkware CEO & Co-Founder and Zcash Co-Founder Eli Ben-Sasson about blockchain scaling, zero-knowledge proofs, DeFi, and the potential for quantum computing to threaten blockchain security. Alex also talks with Beimnet Abebe (Galaxy Trading) about Greenland, debt markets, and bitcoin price action. Participants, along with Galaxy, hold a financial interest in Bitcoin (BTC) and Zcash (ZEC). Galaxy regularly engages in buying and selling Bitcoin and Zcash, including hedging transactions, for its own proprietary accounts and on behalf of its counterparties. Galaxy also provides services to vehicles that invest in Bitcoin and Zcash. If the value of such assets increases, those vehicles may benefit, and Galaxy’s service fees may increase accordingly. The valuation in this communication is based on technical, fundamental, and market analysis and not on any formal valuation method. For more information, please refer to Galaxy’s public filings and statements. Cryptocurrencies, including BTC and ZEC, are inherently volatile and risky and ultimate market movements may not align with this statement. For additional risks related to digital assets, please refer to the risk factors contained in filings Galaxy Digital Inc. makes with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”) from time to time, including in its Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended September 30, 2025, filed with the SEC on November 10, 2025, available at www.sec.gov. (http://www.sec.gov/) This episode was recorded on Wednesday, January 21, 2025. ++ Follow us on Twitter, @glxyresearch, and read our research at www.galaxy.com/research/ to learn more! This podcast, and the information contained herein, has been provided to you by Galaxy Digital Holdings LP and its affiliates (“Galaxy Digital”) solely for informational purposes. View the full disclaimer at www.galaxy.com/disclaimer-galaxy-brains-podcast/
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Crypto Market Structure Bill Hits Roadblocks with Alex Sternhell & Chris Maneval
Alex Thorn talks with Alex Sternhell (Sternhell Group) and Chris Maneval (PFS), two very connected Washington policy consultants, about the prospects for the crypto market structure bill. The three discuss timelines, the likelihoods of different scenarios, and the impact on crypto in America. Alex also talks to Beimnet Abebe (Galaxy Trading) about inflation and markets. Participants, along with Galaxy, hold a financial interest in Bitcoin (BTC). Galaxy regularly engages in buying and selling Bitcoin, including hedging transactions, for its own proprietary accounts and on behalf of its counterparties. Galaxy also provides services to vehicles that invest in Bitcoin. If the value of such assets increases, those vehicles may benefit, and Galaxy’s service fees may increase accordingly. The valuation in this communication is based on technical, fundamental, and market analysis and not on any formal valuation method. For more information, please refer to Galaxy’s public filings and statements. Cryptocurrencies, including BTC, are inherently volatile and risky and ultimate market movements may not align with this statement. For additional risks related to digital assets, please refer to the risk factors contained in filings Galaxy Digital Inc. makes with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”) from time to time, including in its Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended September 30, 2025, filed with the SEC on November 10, 2025, available at www.sec.gov. (http://www.sec.gov/) This episode was recorded on Wednesday, January 14, 2025. ++ Follow us on Twitter, @glxyresearch, and read our research at www.galaxy.com/research/ to learn more! This podcast, and the information contained herein, has been provided to you by Galaxy Digital Holdings LP and its affiliates (“Galaxy Digital”) solely for informational purposes. View the full disclaimer at www.galaxy.com/disclaimer-galaxy-brains-podcast/
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Assessing Bitcoin Market Conditions with Beimnet Abebe
Alex Thorn talks to Beimnet Abebe (Galaxy Trading) about markets, macro and economic data, and bitcoin price predictions. Participants, along with Galaxy, hold a financial interest in Bitcoin (BTC). Galaxy regularly engages in buying and selling Bitcoin (BTC), including hedging transactions, for its own proprietary accounts and on behalf of its counterparties. Galaxy also provides services to vehicles that invest in Bitcoin (BTC). If the value of such assets increases, those vehicles may benefit, and Galaxy’s service fees may increase accordingly. The valuation in this communication is based on technical, fundamental, and market analysis and not on any formal valuation method. For more information, please refer to Galaxy’s public filings and statements. Cryptocurrencies, including BTC, are inherently volatile and risky and ultimate market movements may not align with this statement. For additional risks related to digital assets, please refer to the risk factors contained in filings Galaxy Digital Inc. makes with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”) from time to time, including in its Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended September 30, 2025, filed with the SEC on November 10, 2025, available at www.sec.gov. (http://www.sec.gov/) This episode was recorded on Wednesday, January 7, 2025. Participants, along with Galaxy, hold a financial interest in Bitcoin (BTC). Galaxy regularly engages in buying and selling Bitcoin (BTC), including hedging transactions, for its own proprietary accounts and on behalf of its counterparties. Galaxy also provides services to vehicles that invest in Bitcoin (BTC). If the value of such assets increases, those vehicles may benefit, and Galaxy’s service fees may increase accordingly. The valuation in this communication is based on technical, fundamental, and market analysis and not on any formal valuation method. For more information, please refer to Galaxy’s public filings and statements. Cryptocurrencies, including BTC, are inherently volatile and risky and ultimate market movements may not align with this statement. For additional risks related to digital assets, please refer to the risk factors contained in filings Galaxy Digital Inc. makes with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”) from time to time, including in its Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended September 30, 2025, filed with the SEC on November 10, 2025, available at www.sec.gov. ++ Follow us on Twitter, @glxyresearch, and read our research at www.galaxy.com/research/ to learn more! This podcast, and the information contained herein, has been provided to you by Galaxy Digital Holdings LP and its affiliates (“Galaxy Digital”) solely for informational purposes. View the full disclaimer at www.galaxy.com/disclaimer-galaxy-brains-podcast/
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2026 is a Year for Building with Mike Novogratz
Alex Thorn talks to Galaxy CEO and Founder Mike Novogratz about 2026 predictions for bitcoin, crypto, and artificial intelligence. Mike offers his views on macro, crypto markets, tokenization and real-world assets, monetary policy, and the impact of artificial intelligence on labor markets. This episode was recorded on Wednesday, December 17, 2025. Participants, along with Galaxy, hold a financial interest in Bitcoin (BTC). Galaxy regularly engages in buying and selling Bitcoin (BTC), including hedging transactions, for its own proprietary accounts and on behalf of its counterparties. Galaxy also provides services to vehicles that invest in Bitcoin (BTC). If the value of such assets increases, those vehicles may benefit, and Galaxy’s service fees may increase accordingly. The valuation in this communication is based on technical, fundamental, and market analysis and not on any formal valuation method. For more information, please refer to Galaxy’s public filings and statements. Cryptocurrencies, including BTC, are inherently volatile and risky and ultimate market movements may not align with this statement. For additional risks related to digital assets, please refer to the risk factors contained in filings Galaxy Digital Inc. makes with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”) from time to time, including in its Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended September 30, 2025, filed with the SEC on November 10, 2025, available at www.sec.gov. ++ Follow us on Twitter, @glxyresearch, and read our research at www.galaxy.com/research/ to learn more! This podcast, and the information contained herein, has been provided to you by Galaxy Digital Holdings LP and its affiliates (“Galaxy Digital”) solely for informational purposes. View the full disclaimer at www.galaxy.com/disclaimer-galaxy-brains-podcast/
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Michael Saylor & The Ultimate Bitcoin Strategy
Alex Thorn talks to Strategy Chairman and Founder Michael Saylor at his home in Miami. Thorn and Saylor discuss Strategy’s evolution into a digital credit issuer, the future of digital banking, the overlap of bitcoin and AI, and Michael’s impact on markets. The two also take stock of changes to government, markets, and Strategy in the year since Michael previously appeared on Galaxy Brains in December 2024. This episode was recorded on Tuesday, December 16. Participants, along with Galaxy Digital, hold a financial interest in bitcoin. Galaxy Digital regularly engages in buying and selling bitcoin including hedging transactions, for its own proprietary accounts and on behalf of its counterparties. Galaxy Digital also provides services to vehicles that invest in bitcoin. If the value of such assets increases, those vehicles may benefit, and Galaxy Digital’s service fees may increase accordingly. For more information, please refer to Galaxy’s public filings and statements. For additional risks related to digital assets, please refer to the risk factors contained in filings Galaxy Digital Inc. makes with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”) from time to time, including in its Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended September 30, 2025, filed with the SEC on November 10, 2025, available at www.sec.gov. ++ Follow us on Twitter, @glxyresearch, and read our research at www.galaxy.com/research/ to learn more! This podcast, and the information contained herein, has been provided to you by Galaxy Digital Holdings LP and its affiliates (“Galaxy Digital”) solely for informational purposes. View the full disclaimer at www.galaxy.com/disclaimer-galaxy-brains-podcast/
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Tokens, DeFi, and Lending with Zack Pokorny
Alex Thorn talks with Galaxy Research’s Zack Pokorny about evolutions in token design, the primacy and resiliency of DeFi in crypto credit markets, and the future blockchain infrastructure adoption. Alex also talks to Beimnet Abebe (Galaxy Trading) about cracks in the macro landscape and their impact on bitcoin, gold, and the dollar. This episode was recorded on Wednesday, December 9, 2025. Participants, along with Galaxy, hold a financial interest in Bitcoin (BTC). Galaxy regularly engages in buying and selling Bitcoin (BTC), including hedging transactions, for its own proprietary accounts and on behalf of its counterparties. Galaxy also provides services to vehicles that invest in Bitcoin (BTC). If the value of such assets increases, those vehicles may benefit, and Galaxy’s service fees may increase accordingly. The valuation in this communication is based on technical, fundamental, and market analysis and not on any formal valuation method. For more information, please refer to Galaxy’s public filings and statements. Cryptocurrencies, including BTC, are inherently volatile and risky and ultimate market movements may not align with this statement. ++ Follow us on Twitter, @glxyresearch, and read our research at www.galaxy.com/research/ to learn more! This podcast, and the information contained herein, has been provided to you by Galaxy Digital Holdings LP and its affiliates (“Galaxy Digital”) solely for informational purposes. View the full disclaimer at www.galaxy.com/disclaimer-galaxy-brains-podcast/
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Pubkey’s Place in Bitcoin Culture with Thomas Pacchia
Alex Thorn talks with Pubkey founder Thomas Pacchia about the opening of Pubkey DC, bitcoin culture, and the future of bitcoin. Alex also talks with Beimnet Abebe (Galaxy Trading) about markets and bitcoin price targets. This episode was recorded on Wednesday, December 5, 2025. Participants, along with Galaxy, hold a financial interest in Bitcoin (BTC). Galaxy regularly engages in buying and selling Bitcoin (BTC), including hedging transactions, for its own proprietary accounts and on behalf of its counterparties. Galaxy also provides services to vehicles that invest in Bitcoin (BTC). If the value of such assets increases, those vehicles may benefit, and Galaxy’s service fees may increase accordingly. The valuation in this communication is based on technical, fundamental, and market analysis and not on any formal valuation method. For more information, please refer to Galaxy’s public filings and statements. Cryptocurrencies, including BTC, are inherently volatile and risky and ultimate market movements may not align with this statement. ++ Follow us on Twitter, @glxyresearch, and read our research at www.galaxy.com/research/ to learn more! This podcast, and the information contained herein, has been provided to you by Galaxy Digital Holdings LP and its affiliates (“Galaxy Digital”) solely for informational purposes. View the full disclaimer at www.galaxy.com/disclaimer-galaxy-brains-podcast/
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Defending Free Speech on the Web with Preston Byrne
Alex Thorn talks with Preston Byrne (Arkham Intel, Byrne Storm) about the United Kingdom’s attempts to enforce the “Online Safety Act” on American companies, the need for the 1st Amendment to defend against censorship, and the future of the internet in an increasingly fractured world. Alex and Preston also discuss on-chain analytics and the growth of blockchain information providers. This episode was recorded on Wednesday, November 25, 2025. Participants, along with Galaxy Digital, hold a financial interest in Bitcoin. Galaxy Digital regularly engages in buying and selling Bitcoin, including hedging transactions, for its own proprietary accounts and on behalf of its counterparties. Galaxy Digital also provides services to vehicles that invest in Bitcoin. If the value of such assets increases, those vehicles may benefit, and Galaxy Digital’s service fees may increase accordingly. ++ Follow us on Twitter, @glxyresearch, and read our research at www.galaxy.com/research/ to learn more! This podcast, and the information contained herein, has been provided to you by Galaxy Digital Holdings LP and its affiliates (“Galaxy Digital”) solely for informational purposes. View the full disclaimer at www.galaxy.com/disclaimer-galaxy-brains-podcast/
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Navigating the Bitcoin Bear Market with Beimnet Abebe
Alex Thorn talks to Beimnet Abebe (Galaxy Trading) about whether or not Bitcoin is in a bear market. Beimnet shares his downside price targets, provides insight into economic data and trends, and explains how the Fed’s action or inaction will affect markets. This episode was recorded on Wednesday, November 19, 2025. Participants, along with Galaxy Digital, hold a financial interest in Bitcoin, Ethereum, Microstrategy, Ripple, and Solana. Galaxy Digital regularly engages in buying and selling Bitcoin, Ethereum, Microstrategy, Ripple, and Solana, including hedging transactions, for its own proprietary accounts and on behalf of its counterparties. Galaxy Digital also provides services to vehicles that invest in Bitcoin, Ethereum, Microstrategy, Ripple, and Solana. If the value of such assets increases, those vehicles may benefit, and Galaxy Digital’s service fees may increase accordingly. ++ Follow us on Twitter, @glxyresearch, and read our research at www.galaxy.com/research/ to learn more! This podcast, and the information contained herein, has been provided to you by Galaxy Digital Holdings LP and its affiliates (“Galaxy Digital”) solely for informational purposes. View the full disclaimer at www.galaxy.com/disclaimer-galaxy-brains-podcast/
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What Comes After Crypto with Anthony Pompliano
Alex Thorn talks with Anthony Pompliano — entrepreneur, investor, and founder of ProCap Financial and Silvia — about Bitcoin’s evolution since the FTX collapse and the transition from “crypto” to mainstream finance. They discuss the convergence of traditional and digital markets through tokenization, the rise of AI-driven financial tools, and how Bitcoin fits into a tokenized future. Plus, Beimnet Abebe (Galaxy Trading) joins to analyze Bitcoin’s struggle to hold 100K, key technical supports, and why near-term risk may still lean to the downside. This episode was recorded on Wednesday, November 12, 2025. ++ Follow us on Twitter, @glxyresearch, and read our research at www.galaxy.com/research/ to learn more! This podcast, and the information contained herein, has been provided to you by Galaxy Digital Holdings LP and its affiliates (“Galaxy Digital”) solely for informational purposes. View the full disclaimer at www.galaxy.com/disclaimer-galaxy-brains-podcast/
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Animoca’s Bet on AI and Altcoins with Yat Siu
Alex talks with Yat Siu, chairman and co-founder of Animoca Brands, about Animoca’s plans to list in the U.S. market, its prolific venture investing, and Yat’s vision for AI and crypto. Alex also talks with Beimnet Abebe (Galaxy Trading) about bitcoin’s prospects and macro backdrop for risk assets for the rest of the year. This episode was recorded on Wednesday, November 5, 2025. Galaxy Digital holds a financial interest in companies included in this report, including Animoca Brands. Galaxy Digital also provides services to vehicles that invest in these companies. If the value of such assets increases, those vehicles may benefit, and Galaxy Digital’s service fees may increase accordingly. ++ Follow us on Twitter, @glxyresearch, and read our research at www.galaxy.com/research/ to learn more! This podcast, and the information contained herein, has been provided to you by Galaxy Digital Holdings LP and its affiliates (“Galaxy Digital”) solely for informational purposes. View the full disclaimer at www.galaxy.com/disclaimer-galaxy-brains-podcast/
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Solving America’s Problems with Anthony Scaramucci
Alex Thorn talks with Anthony Scaramucci, Founder of SkyBridge Capital and the SALT Conference, about the structural challenges facing the U.S. economy and how Bitcoin and digital assets could help address them. They discuss Scaramucci’s perspective on fiscal policy, inequality, and American competitiveness, as well as his experience in the Trump White House, his relationship with Sam Bankman-Fried (SBF), and his time on the television show Special Forces. Plus, Beimnet Abebe (Galaxy Trading) joins to analyze the Federal Reserve’s current stance, inflation trends, and whether markets are entering a fragile moment. This episode was recorded on Wednesday, October 29, 2025. Participants, along with Galaxy Digital, hold a financial interest in Bitcoin. Galaxy Digital regularly engages in buying and selling Bitcoin, including hedging transactions, for its own proprietary accounts and on behalf of its counterparties. Galaxy Digital also provides services to vehicles that invest in Bitcoin. If the value of such assets increases, those vehicles may benefit, and Galaxy Digital’s service fees may increase accordingly. ++ Follow us on Twitter, @glxyresearch, and read our research at www.galaxy.com/research/ to learn more! This podcast, and the information contained herein, has been provided to you by Galaxy Digital Holdings LP and its affiliates (“Galaxy Digital”) solely for informational purposes. View the full disclaimer at www.galaxy.com/disclaimer-galaxy-brains-podcast/
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Is the Bitcoin Bull Market Over? with James Check
Alex Thorn talks with James Check (checkonchain.com) about the state of the bitcoin bull market, whether OG whales are net selling, and which way positive or negative could the bitcoin price go. Alex also talks with Beimnet Abebe (Galaxy Trading) about markets. This episode was recorded on Wednesday, October 15, 2025. Galaxy Digital holds a financial interest in companies included in this content, including M0. Galaxy Digital also provides services to vehicles that invest in these companies. If the value of such assets increases, those vehicles may benefit, and Galaxy Digital’s service fees may increase accordingly. Participants, along with Galaxy Digital, hold a financial interest in Bitcoin. Galaxy Digital regularly engages in buying and selling Bitcoin, including hedging transactions, for its own proprietary accounts and on behalf of its counterparties. Galaxy Digital also provides services to vehicles that invest in Bitcoin. If the value of such assets increases, those vehicles may benefit, and Galaxy Digital’s service fees may increase accordingly. ++ Follow us on Twitter, @glxyresearch, and read our research at www.galaxy.com/research/ to learn more! This podcast, and the information contained herein, has been provided to you by Galaxy Digital Holdings LP and its affiliates (“Galaxy Digital”) solely for informational purposes. View the full disclaimer at www.galaxy.com/disclaimer-galaxy-brains-podcast/
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Cambrian Stablecoin Explosion is Coming with Luca Prosperi
Alex Thorn talks with m0 CEO and Co-Founder Luca Prosperi about lessons from last week’s flash crash, the GENIUS Act, corporate stablecoin chains, and winners and losers in the forthcoming stablecoin explosion. Alex also talks with Beimnet Abebe (Galaxy Trading) about markets, rare earth metals, and the Fed’s admission that quantitative tightening is coming to an end. This episode was recorded on Wednesday, October 15, 2025. Galaxy Digital holds a financial interest in companies included in this content, including M0. Galaxy Digital also provides services to vehicles that invest in these companies. If the value of such assets increases, those vehicles may benefit, and Galaxy Digital’s service fees may increase accordingly. ++ Follow us on Twitter, @glxyresearch, and read our research at www.galaxy.com/research/ to learn more! This podcast, and the information contained herein, has been provided to you by Galaxy Digital Holdings LP and its affiliates (“Galaxy Digital”) solely for informational purposes. View the full disclaimer at www.galaxy.com/disclaimer-galaxy-brains-podcast/
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The Launch of GalaxyOne with Zac Prince
Alex Thorn talks with Zac Prince (Head of GalaxyOne) about Galaxy’s new offering GalaxyOne, a one-stop shop for high-yield cash and trading stocks and crypto. This episode was recorded on Thursday, September 18, 2025. Disclaimer: https://www.galaxy.app/legal/social-legal-disclaimer ++ Follow us on Twitter, @glxyresearch, and read our research at www.galaxy.com/research/ to learn more! This podcast, and the information contained herein, has been provided to you by Galaxy Digital Holdings LP and its affiliates (“Galaxy Digital”) solely for informational purposes. View the full disclaimer at www.galaxy.com/disclaimer-galaxy-brains-podcast/
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The College Kids Are Alright with Evan Solomon
In this episode of Galaxy Brains, Alex Thorn welcomes Evan Solomon, Chief of Staff at Portal Ventures and Co-Founder of College.xyz and MBC Conference, to discuss how university blockchain clubs are building the next generation of crypto talent. They cover the growth of the Midwest Blockchain Conference, the push to standardize a crypto curriculum, and how initiatives like bounties, hackathons, and Farcaster onboarding are helping students break into the industry. Plus, Beimnet Abebe (Galaxy Trading) joins to discuss markets, macro headwinds, and the latest government shutdown drama. This episode was recorded on Wednesday, October 1, 2025. Disclaimer: https://www.galaxy.com/galaxy-brains-episode-181-disclaimer ++ Follow us on Twitter, @glxyresearch, and read our research at www.galaxy.com/research/ to learn more! This podcast, and the information contained herein, has been provided to you by Galaxy Digital Holdings LP and its affiliates (“Galaxy Digital”) solely for informational purposes. View the full disclaimer at www.galaxy.com/disclaimer-galaxy-brains-podcast/
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Ethereum as the World’s Settlement Layer? With Vivek Raman
In this episode of Galaxy Brains, Alex Thorn welcomes Vivek Raman, Co-Founder & CEO of Etherealize, to discuss whether Ethereum can become the world’s settlement layer. They cover Ethereum’s roadmap, tokenization on L1 vs L2s, ZK-powered privacy for institutions, and why ETH is emerging as a yielding store-of-value alongside Bitcoin. Plus, Beimnet Abebe (Galaxy Trading) joins to discuss crypto liquidations, Bitcoin’s rebound, equity market momentum, gold’s new highs, and how Fed policy and fiscal dynamics are shaping risk appetite. This episode was recorded on Wednesday, September 3, 2025. Disclaimer: https://www.galaxy.com/galaxy-brains-episode-181-disclaimer ++ Follow us on Twitter, @glxyresearch, and read our research at www.galaxy.com/research/ to learn more! This podcast, and the information contained herein, has been provided to you by Galaxy Digital Holdings LP and its affiliates (“Galaxy Digital”) solely for informational purposes. View the full disclaimer at www.galaxy.com/disclaimer-galaxy-brains-podcast/
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Solana’s Big Treasury Company with Kyle Samani
In this episode of Galaxy Brains, Alex Thorn welcomes Kyle Samani, co-founder and managing partner of Multicoin Capital and newly appointed chairman of Forward Industries. They discuss Forward’s $1.65 billion PIPE transaction co-sponsored by Multicoin, Galaxy, and Jump, which positions the company as the world’s largest Solana-based digital asset treasury. Kyle shares why Solana’s design enables productive treasury strategies, how Forward plans to scale responsibly within the network, and why he believes Solana’s long-term vision positions it to rival legacy exchanges. They also explore the future of digital asset treasuries, the role of M&A, and the ongoing debate between high-performance L1s and Ethereum’s modular L2 approach. Plus, Beimnet Abebe (Galaxy Trading) joins to break down BTC, ETH, and SOL market dynamics, including credibility, macro forces, and policy risks. This episode was recorded on Wednesday, September 17, 2025. Disclaimer: https://www.galaxy.com/galaxy-brains-episode-180-disclaimer ++ Follow us on Twitter, @glxyresearch, and read our research at www.galaxy.com/research/ to learn more! This podcast, and the information contained herein, has been provided to you by Galaxy Digital Holdings LP and its affiliates (“Galaxy Digital”) solely for informational purposes. View the full disclaimer at www.galaxy.com/disclaimer-galaxy-brains-podcast/ Disclaimer: https://www.galaxy.com/galaxy-brains-episode-180-disclaimer
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Bitcoin Treasury Strategies with Tim Kotzman & Ed Juline
In this episode of Galaxy Brains, Alex Thorn welcomes Tim Kotzman and Ed Juline of Bitcoin Treasuries Advisory to discuss the surge of Bitcoin treasury companies. They explore why adoption has accelerated in 2025, how strategies differ from MicroStrategy’s playbook, and what qualifies as a “Bitcoin treasury.” The conversation covers MNAV premiums and discounts, transparency in disclosures, systemic risks, and whether these firms could evolve into a new class of financial institution. They also touch on corporate career risk, declining Bitcoin volatility, and why investor relations are critical for success. Plus, Beimnet Abebe (Galaxy Trading) joins to break down how credibility, politics, and inflation dynamics are shaping markets. This episode was recorded on Wednesday, September 10, 2025. ++ Follow us on Twitter, @glxyresearch, and read our research at www.galaxy.com/research/ to learn more! This podcast, and the information contained herein, has been provided to you by Galaxy Digital Holdings LP and its affiliates (“Galaxy Digital”) solely for informational purposes. View the full disclaimer at www.galaxy.com/disclaimer-galaxy-brains-podcast/
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Tokenizing GLXY with Robert Leshner
Alex Thorn talks with Superstate founder and CEO Robert Leshner about tokenizing Galaxy’s Class A Common Stock on Solana. Alex and Robert also discuss the archaic tech stack of traditional capital markets, how blockchains can simplify and improve capital flows, and what the future of tokenization will look like. Alex also talks with Beimnet Abebe (Galaxy Trading) about markets, positioning, and catalysts. This episode was recorded on Wednesday, September 3, 2025. ++ Follow us on Twitter, @glxyresearch, and read our research at www.galaxy.com/research/ to learn more! This podcast, and the information contained herein, has been provided to you by Galaxy Digital Holdings LP and its affiliates (“Galaxy Digital”) solely for informational purposes. View the full disclaimer at www.galaxy.com/disclaimer-galaxy-brains-podcast/
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State of the Bitcoin Bull Market with James Check
Alex Thorn talks with James Check (CheckOnChain) about the state of the bitcoin market, what onchain data tells us about the latest market dip, and where we are in terms of the ongoing bull market. Alex also talks with Beimnet Abebe (Galaxy Trading) about bitcoin and ether markets, broad market moves, and the Fed’s adjusted approach to monetary policy following the central bank’s annual meeting last week in Jackson Hole, Wyoming. This episode was recorded on Wednesday, August 27, 2025. ++ Follow us on Twitter, @glxyresearch, and read our research at www.galaxy.com/research/ to learn more! This podcast, and the information contained herein, has been provided to you by Galaxy Digital Holdings LP and its affiliates (“Galaxy Digital”) solely for informational purposes. View the full disclaimer at www.galaxy.com/disclaimer-galaxy-brains-podcast/
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Nothing Stops This Train with Lyn Alden
In this episode of Galaxy Brains, Alex Thorn welcomes Lyn Alden, Founder of Lyn Alden Investment Strategy, to discuss fiscal dominance, the Fed’s policy constraints, and Bitcoin’s role in a world of structural deficits and rising inflation. They cover macroeconomic risks, central bank independence, and why Lyn believes Bitcoin’s long-term upside remains strong. Plus, Beimnet Abebe (Galaxy Trading) joins to break down BTC and ETH performance, U.S. jobs data, interest rates, and the latest from the Federal Reserve. This episode was recorded on Wednesday, August 14, 2025. ++ Follow us on Twitter, @glxyresearch, and read our research at www.galaxy.com/research/ to learn more! This podcast, and the information contained herein, has been provided to you by Galaxy Digital Holdings LP and its affiliates (“Galaxy Digital”) solely for informational purposes. View the full disclaimer at www.galaxy.com/disclaimer-galaxy-brains-podcast/
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Crypto PR is Hard w/ Aubrey Strobel
Alex Thorn talks with Aubrey Strobel from Halcyon, a Communications and PR agency that focus on companies working in bitcoin, AI, and stablecoins, about all the Coinbase faux pas and other screw ups in crypto. Alex also talks with Beimnet Abebe (Galaxy Trading, about markets, employment, the Fed, and the national debt. This episode was recorded on Wednesday, August 6, 2025. ++ Follow us on Twitter, @glxyresearch, and read our research at www.galaxy.com/research/ to learn more! This podcast, and the information contained herein, has been provided to you by Galaxy Digital Holdings LP and its affiliates (“Galaxy Digital”) solely for informational purposes. View the full disclaimer at www.galaxy.com/disclaimer-galaxy-brains-podcast/
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Bitcoin Will Retire Your Bloodline with Udi Wertheimer
Alex Thorn talks to Udi Wertheimer (Taproot Wizards) about the state of the bitcoin bull market, predictions of bitcoin price, treasury companies, bitcoin development, and much more. Alex also talks to Beimnet Abebe (Galaxy Trading) about the FOMC meeting, Fed independence, and predictions on crypto markets. This episode was recorded on Wednesday, July 30, 2025. ++ Follow us on Twitter, @glxyresearch, and read our research at www.galaxy.com/research/ to learn more! This podcast, and the information contained herein, has been provided to you by Galaxy Digital Holdings LP and its affiliates (“Galaxy Digital”) solely for informational purposes. View the full disclaimer at www.galaxy.com/disclaimer-galaxy-brains-podcast/
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Stablecoins are Narrow Banks with Nic Carter
In this episode of Galaxy Brains, Alex Thorn sits down with Nic Carter, General Partner at Castle Island Ventures, for a wide-ranging conversation on the rise of crypto data companies, the future of stablecoins and their implications for the U.S. banking system, and whether artificial intelligence will erode critical thinking skills. They also explore the mounting energy demands of AI, potential disruptions to labor and industry, and what lies ahead in a rapidly evolving tech landscape. This episode was recorded on Wednesday, July 23, 2025. ++ Follow us on Twitter, @glxyresearch, and read our research at www.galaxy.com/research/ to learn more! This podcast, and the information contained herein, has been provided to you by Galaxy Digital Holdings LP and its affiliates (“Galaxy Digital”) solely for informational purposes. View the full disclaimer at www.galaxy.com/disclaimer-galaxy-brains-podcast/
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Welcome to Galaxy Brains, hosted by Alex Thorn, Head of Research at Galaxy. Our weekly podcast provides insights and analysis on trends and events across the cryptocurrency ecosystem. Each week Alex will be joined by members of the research team to discuss the latest developments on all things crypto and blockchain technology.
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