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157 - Ethereum Surges, Crypto Czars, Pudgy Penguins, and the Hawk Tuah Rug Pull

Crypto Curious

12/11/24

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🎙️ Welcome to Australia's #1 Crypto Podcast! 🎙️

This week, the crypto markets are buzzing, and we’ve got the hottest updates lined up for you. 🚀

💸 Ethereum is finally pumping—hitting $4,000 USD and climbing! Is this the breakout we’ve all been waiting for?

🧐 Could David Sacks become the new Czar of Crypto, and is Paul Atkins set to rival Gary Gensler in shaping the future of regulation?

🐧 The Pudgy Penguins are making waves with their upcoming token launch, and everyone’s talking about it. Will it live up to the hype?

⚠️ And, the Hawk Tuah rug pull has left investors furious. We’ll break down what happened and the red flags you need to watch out for.


Get ready for an episode packed with insights, drama, and our regular short, sharp news bites. Let’s dive in! 🌊


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You can sign up for our Equity Mates Crypto Newsletter here


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If you’re enjoying these episodes please subscribe to our podcast on your preferred platform, leave a review, or share this episode with a friend or family member.


If you want to start investing in Bitcoin, Ethereum, Gold & Silver, you can download the Bamboo app here. Use the code CURIOUS for $10 in BTC when you sign up.


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In the spirit of reconciliation, Equity Mates Media and the hosts of Crypto Curious acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea, and community. We pay our respects to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people today.


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This podcast is intended for educational and entertainment purposes. Any advice is general advice only and has not taken into account your personal financial circumstances, needs, or objectives.


Before acting on general advice, you should consider if it is relevant to your needs and read the relevant Product Disclosure Statement. And if you are unsure, please speak to a financial professional.


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Previous Episode

Welcome back to Crypto Curious, today, we’re diving into:

💸 Debanking and Operation Chokepoint 2.0 – Crypto founders are under fire as financial institutions cut off access without warning. What’s driving this crackdown, and what does it mean for innovation?

📈 XRP’s Wild Ride – Ripple’s comeback story is making headlines, with a 428% surge in just 30 days and a seven-year high. Is this the start of something bigger?

🍌 Justin Sun’s $6.2 Million Snack – When is a banana more than just a banana? We’ll unpack how a duct-taped fruit became a $6.2 million spectacle in the name of art.

🎨 NFT Renaissance – Blue-chip collections are booming, but Nike’s Web3 retreat has us asking: Is this comeback the real deal or just a trend?

Whether you're here for the insights, the drama, or just a laugh, we’ve got you covered.


You ready? Let’s jump in! 🚀


TIMESTAMPS

2:20 De-banking - let's break it down

7:38 XRP Gets its moment to shine!

14:21 Justin Sun's big banana!

17:41 NFT's make their big comeback

21:39 Short, sharp news bites


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You can sign up for our Equity Mates Crypto Newsletter here featuring Justin's banana story!!


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If you’re enjoying these episodes please subscribe to our podcast on your preferred platform, leave a review, or share this episode with a friend or family member.


If you want to start investing in Bitcoin, Ethereum, Gold & Silver, you can download the Bamboo app here. Use the code CURIOUS for $10 in BTC when you sign up.


Follow the Crypto Curious Instagram here.

Join the Crypto Curious Facebook Group here.


*****


In the spirit of reconciliation, Equity Mates Media and the hosts of Crypto Curious acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea, and community. We pay our respects to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people today.


*****


Crypto Curious is a product of Equity Mates Media.


This podcast is intended for educational and entertainment purposes. Any advice is general advice only and has not taken into account your personal financial circumstances, needs, or objectives.


Before acting on general advice, you should consider if it is relevant to your needs and read the relevant Product Disclosure Statement. And if you are unsure, please speak to a financial professional.


Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.


Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Next Episode

It’s our final show of the year, and what a year it’s been!


Later, we’ll still bring you the week’s must-know news from crypto, but first, we’re taking a step back to look at the rollercoaster ride that was 2024.


From Bitcoin smashing $100K to meme coins taking over, game-changing political moves, and the rebirth of DeFi, this year reshaped the crypto landscape in ways no one could have predicted. So, sit back as we unpack the stories, trends, and turning points that defined the crypto space this year—and set the stage for where we’re headed in 2025.


TIMESTAMPS

2:28 Bitcoin - let's talk about the OG

5:27 Trump & crypto - the romance we never knew we needed!

8:45 Memecoins (looking at you Solana)

15:10 What's coming in 2025?

23:57 Short, sharp news bites


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You can sign up for our Equity Mates Crypto Newsletter here


****

If you’re enjoying these episodes please subscribe to our podcast on your preferred platform, leave a review, or share this episode with a friend or family member.


If you want to start investing in Bitcoin, Ethereum, Gold & Silver, you can download the Bamboo app here. Use the code CURIOUS for $10 in BTC when you sign up.


Follow the Crypto Curious Instagram here.

Join the Crypto Curious Facebook Group here.


*****


In the spirit of reconciliation, Equity Mates Media and the hosts of Crypto Curious acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea, and community. We pay our respects to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people today.


*****


Crypto Curious is a product of Equity Mates Media.


This podcast is intended for educational and entertainment purposes. Any advice is general advice only and has not taken into account your personal financial circumstances, needs, or objectives.


Before acting on general advice, you should consider if it is relevant to your needs and read the relevant Product Disclosure Statement. And if you are unsure, please speak to a financial professional.


Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.


Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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