Unchained
Crypto assets and blockchain technology are about to transform every trust-based interaction of our lives, from financial services to identity to the Internet of Things. In this podcast, host Laura Shin, an independent journalist covering all things crypto, talks with industry pioneers about how crypto assets and blockchains will change the way we earn, spend and invest our money. Tune in to find out how Web 3.0, the decentralized web, will revolutionize our world. Disclosure: I'm a nocoiner.
- Update frequency
- every day
- Average duration
- 59 minutes
- Episodes
- 933
- Years Active
- 2016 - 2025
Bits + Bips: Why It's Time for Crypto Traders to Be Patient - Ep. 782
Crypto markets are at a crossroads. Is Ethereum primed for a short squeeze, or is its dominance fading? Are the SOL unlocks a real risk, or is the panic overblown? And did we already have an alt seas…
01:08:04 |
Wed 12 Feb 2025
Why the Founders of Aave and Sky Are Still Bullish on Ethereum DeFi - Ep. 781
Despite the ups and downs of the Ethereum ecosystem, two of its most influential builders—Aave’s Stani Kulechov and Sky’s Rune Christensen—remain bullish.
In this episode, they discuss whether we’re …
01:11:03 |
Tue 11 Feb 2025
Did Washington Crush Crypto’s Most Important Bank? Its Former Chairman Says Yes. - Ep. 780
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Silvergate Bank was once crypto’s most important banking partner, handling billions in deposits from the biggest players in the industry. Then, FTX collaps…
00:51:51 |
Fri 07 Feb 2025
The Chopping Block: LA Vape Cabal, Market Meltdown, & SEC’s Crypto Pivot - Ep. 779
Welcome to The Chopping Block – where crypto insiders Haseeb Qureshi, Tom Schmidt, Tarun Chitra, and Robert Leshner chop it up about the latest in crypto. In this episode, we dissect the chaos trigge…
01:04:35 |
Thu 06 Feb 2025
Bits + Bips: How Trump’s Tariffs Are Bullish for Bitcoin Both Long- and Short-Term - Ep. 778
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Trump’s new wave of tariffs has reignited the debate: Are they good for the economy or a disaster waiting to happen? Some sa…
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Wed 05 Feb 2025
Olaf Carlson-Wee and Rushi Manche on Why Move Is Safer for Crypto - Ep. 777
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The success of any blockchain isn’t just about scal…
01:08:38 |
Tue 04 Feb 2025
The Chopping Block: Ethereum’s Civil War, L2 Taxation, and Vitalik’s Milady Moment - Ep. 776
Welcome to The Chopping Block – where crypto insiders Haseeb Qureshi, Tom Schmidt, Tarun Chitra, and Robert Leshner chop it up about the latest in crypto. In this episode, we dive into Ethereum’s gro…
01:06:55 |
Fri 31 Jan 2025
Crypto Kidnappings and Physical Attacks Are on the Rise—Here’s How to Stay Safe - Ep. 775
The kidnapping of Ledger co-founder David Balland in France sent shockwaves through the crypto community, raising urgent questions about security for high-profile crypto holders. How do you protect y…
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Fri 31 Jan 2025
Bits + Bips: Why Bitcoin Was Strong Amid the DeepSeek Selloff But a Drop May Be Coming - Ep. 774
From AI shaking up Big Tech to bitcoin’s role in the macro landscape, Jim Bianco delivers insights on the DeepSeek-triggered market selloff, memecoins, and the challenges facing traditional systems. …
01:19:49 |
Wed 29 Jan 2025
Chris Dixon on Why We Will Finally See New App Innovation in Crypto - Ep. 773
Chris Dixon, founder and managing partner of a16z crypto, joins Unchained to share why he believes crypto innovation is about to explode. From Ethereum’s potential to new crypto legislation, Chris de…
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Tue 28 Jan 2025
The Chopping Block: Crypto as a Public Good, Tornado Cash Ruling, and SEC’s New Direction - Ep. 772
Welcome to The Chopping Block – where crypto insiders Haseeb Qureshi, and Tom Schmidt chop it up about the latest in crypto. This week, we're joined by special guest Peter Van Valkenburgh, Executive …
01:00:50 |
Sat 25 Jan 2025
Why Ethereum’s New Marketing Arm Is Convinced Wall Street Will Adopt ETH - Ep. 771
Ethereum has had a tough year, losing ground to Solana in price performance, developer activity and as the home to the latest crypto trends. Yet, Vivek Raman, founder and CEO of Etherealize, is doubl…
00:52:05 |
Fri 24 Jan 2025
The Chopping Block: Trump’s Crypto Shake-Up, Solana’s Big Moment, that Changes Everything - Ep. 770
Welcome to The Chopping Block – where crypto insiders Haseeb Qureshi, Tom Schmidt, Tarun Chitra, and Robert Leshner chop it up about the latest in crypto. In this episode, we dive into one of the wil…
01:15:39 |
Wed 22 Jan 2025
Bits + Bips: Debate: Is Trump’s Memecoin a Gift or a Grift? - Ep. 769
This week, Trump’s memecoin launch had everyone talking—and scrambling for Phantom wallets. But was it a strategic masterstroke or just another speculative frenzy?
On this episode of Bits + Bips, the…
01:17:59 |
Wed 22 Jan 2025
Why Lyn Alden Isn't a Fan of Trump’s Memecoins, but Neutral on a Strategic Bitcoin Reserve - Ep. 768
The crypto world was shaken this weekend when Donald Trump and Melania Trump launched their own memecoins, ahead of Trump’s inauguration as president.
Financial analyst Lyn Alden joins Laura to expl…
01:11:54 |
Tue 21 Jan 2025
Why Sony Launched Soneium, an Ethereum L2, and Blacklisted Some Memecoins - Ep. 767
This week, Sony launched the mainnet for Soneium, its Ethereum Layer 2 blockchain built on the OP Stack from Optimism. Soneium is designed to support creators, developers, and fans through tools like…
00:48:52 |
Fri 17 Jan 2025
The Chopping Block w/ Guy Young: Lessons from USD0, Ethena's Bold Vision, and DeFi’s Future - Ep. 766
Welcome to The Chopping Block – where crypto insiders Haseeb Qureshi, Tom Schmidt, Tarun Chitra, and Robert Leshner chop it up about the latest in crypto. In this episode, we’re joined by Guy Young, …
01:03:15 |
Thu 16 Jan 2025
Bits + Bips: AI Jobs Wipeout, Bitcoin as a Risk-Off Asset and Few Rate Cuts - Ep. 765
This week, Bloomberg’s James Seyffart, Lumida’s Ram Ahluwalia, and guest Tom Dunleavy explore whether the “Fed pivot” is officially dead, how AI will impact the job market, and what Tether’s move to …
01:06:28 |
Wed 15 Jan 2025
How New Stablecoin Startup Bridge Got Acquired by Stripe for $1.1 Billion - Ep. 764
In October, the crypto industry saw a jaw-dropping acquisition: Bridge, a stablecoin-focused company, was bought by Web2 payments giant Stripe for $1.1 billion.
Now, three months later, Bridge co-fou…
01:15:45 |
Tue 14 Jan 2025
Why Travis Kling Thinks Not Looking at AI Agents Would Be 'a Big Mistake' - Ep. 763
It’s been a tough week for the markets, with bitcoin gyrating from $102,400 to $92,000.
Travis Kling, CIO of Ikigai Asset Management, shares his thoughts on the selloff, whether this market dip is a…
00:44:50 |
Fri 10 Jan 2025
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