
Open-source crypto, the Howey Rule, and US Regulation | Episode 6: Crypto Blue Hour
03/03/23 • 34 min
Episode 6 of the Crypto Blue Hour is about current events around the SEC and crypto regulation and the importance of open-source software in the greater blockchain space. We'll explore what’s happening around crypto regulation and how outdated the Howey Test is. We'll also discuss open-source building in crypto and its importance in building better solutions in the future.
What is The Crypto Blue Hour?
The #Crypto Blue Hour is for anyone interested in the latest developments in the #cryptocurrency industry. Listen to insider knowledge and fresh perspectives on the inner workings of the industry, explained in an easy-to-understand way.
We chat about news and perspectives on everything #blockchain #bitcoin #ethereum #defi #nfts #distributedledgertechnology and other hashtags that will help people find this podcast.
Opinions are our own and not the views of our employer. The information shared is for illustrative and entertainment purposes only and should not be taken as financial advice or recommendation.
This podcast is to share general information only. We strongly encourage anyone whether you’re new or experienced, to do your own research (DYOR) and get proper tax advice before making any investment decisions. And please only invest what you can afford to lose – crypto, DeFi and GameFi tokens and NFTs are still high-risk investments.
Episode 6 of the Crypto Blue Hour is about current events around the SEC and crypto regulation and the importance of open-source software in the greater blockchain space. We'll explore what’s happening around crypto regulation and how outdated the Howey Test is. We'll also discuss open-source building in crypto and its importance in building better solutions in the future.
What is The Crypto Blue Hour?
The #Crypto Blue Hour is for anyone interested in the latest developments in the #cryptocurrency industry. Listen to insider knowledge and fresh perspectives on the inner workings of the industry, explained in an easy-to-understand way.
We chat about news and perspectives on everything #blockchain #bitcoin #ethereum #defi #nfts #distributedledgertechnology and other hashtags that will help people find this podcast.
Opinions are our own and not the views of our employer. The information shared is for illustrative and entertainment purposes only and should not be taken as financial advice or recommendation.
This podcast is to share general information only. We strongly encourage anyone whether you’re new or experienced, to do your own research (DYOR) and get proper tax advice before making any investment decisions. And please only invest what you can afford to lose – crypto, DeFi and GameFi tokens and NFTs are still high-risk investments.
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01:15 Are blockchains and AI complimentary?
03:15 Categories of scams
04:40 Dogecoin and Shiba Inu
06:25 Narrative token launches on Ethereum
08:00 Crypto projects building AI?
09:00 Different sectors of the crypto community
10:50 The stock market’s narratives
12:25 Coinbase launching an L2 on Ethereum leading to $BASE growth
14:05 What are the costs of deploying a token?
16:35 Identifying trends over time
17:10 Cost averaging into things you believe
18:30 Narratives beating good “tech” due to narratives
19:40 Moral codes in crypto
21:15 Finding non-hype narratives
22:45 Being very early to projects
23:45 Crypto media
25:05 Hot takes
What is The Crypto Blue Hour?
The #Crypto Blue Hour is for anyone interested in the latest developments in the #cryptocurrency industry. Listen to insider knowledge and fresh perspectives on the inner workings of the industry, explained in an easy-to-understand way.
We chat about news and perspectives on everything #blockchain #bitcoin #ethereum #defi #nfts #distributedledgertechnology and other hashtags that will help people find this podcast.
Opinions are our own and not the views of our employer. The information shared is for illustrative and entertainment purposes only and should not be taken as financial advice or recommendation.
This podcast is to share general information only. We strongly encourage anyone whether you’re new or experienced, to do your own research (DYOR) and get proper tax advice before making any investment decisions. And please only invest what you can afford to lose – crypto, DeFi, and GameFi tokens, and NFTs are still high-risk investments.
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What is The Crypto Blue Hour?
The #Crypto Blue Hour is for anyone interested in the latest developments in the #cryptocurrency industry. Listen to insider knowledge and fresh perspectives on the inner workings of the industry, explained in an easy-to-understand way.
We chat about news and perspectives on everything #blockchain #bitcoin #ethereum #defi #nfts #distributedledgertechnology and other hashtags that will help people find this podcast.
Opinions are our own and not the views of our employer. The information shared is for illustrative and entertainment purposes only and should not be taken as financial advice or recommendation.
This podcast is to share general information only. We strongly encourage anyone whether you’re new or experienced, to do your own research (DYOR) and get proper tax advice before making any investment decisions. And please only invest what you can afford to lose – crypto, DeFi and GameFi tokens and NFTs are still high-risk investments.
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