Join Trace Blake and Craig as they discuss the latest crypto market trends, exploring the reasons behind recent price surges and future market predictions. Stay updated on the much-awaited Arbitrum airdrop featuring the new $ARB token, and unravel intriguing developments in the Euler hack saga, where the hacker offers to return a portion of the stolen $600 million. Don't miss out on these blockchain insights and more in today's episode! Follow Crypto Curious on Instagram , or send the team an em...
Mar 22, 2023•26 min•Season 1Ep. 71
In this weeks episode Trace, Blake and Craig have a lot to unpack as the US Banking system faces its biggest challenge since the 2008 collapse. This impacts the crypto world in numerous different ways and the Crypto Cururisou team lay this out as they explain the developments from the past 7 days. They also give you a great round out at where we are with the Ethereum staking situation. What is staking? How can we ‘stake’ our Ethereum? And what is happening next on the Ethereum network? This is a...
Mar 15, 2023•31 min
Blake appeared on The Dive this week with Sascha to talk about the Reserve Bank - and their trial of the use of a central bank digital currency here in Australia. The world is rapidly moving towards a cashless society – Cash was used for 59% of point-of-sale transactions in 2022, down from 72% in 2019. But in Australia less than 25% of transactions use cash, in the UK it’s just 15% and in Norway, only 3% of payment transactions are cash! So our currency is basically digital already. So when the ...
Mar 09, 2023•19 min
In this episode, guest host Mark Monfort joins Trace and Craig to discuss the latest news in the world of cryptocurrency. The trio starts with the unfolding story of Silvergate Bank and its troubles in the United States, exploring why this matters in the crypto world. Additionally, they highlight the crypto community's efforts in aiding the victims of Turkey and Syria's devastating earthquakes. The conversation then shifts to Australia, where the team takes a closer look at the country's pilot p...
Mar 08, 2023•31 min•Season 1Ep. 69
This week's episode uncovers the hottest topics in the world of cryptocurrency. We discuss Coinbase's Layer 2 solution named BASE, and it's potential impact on the crypto market. Then it's time to turn into a true crime podcast with the mysterious murder of CryptoQueen & fugitive Ruja Ignatova, before talking about the unprecedented drop in the NFT market. Join us for an in-depth coverage of these exciting and controversial topics in the world of cryptocurrency. Subscribe so you're across th...
Mar 01, 2023•27 min•Season 1Ep. 68
Tracey, Blake and Craig dive into the latest happenings in the digital asset world! We zero in on the Ordinals NFTs craze, the SEC is still cracking down on crypto, and CBDCs are on the rise. Blur Marketplace is battling OpenSeas for top spot, and celebs like Rihanna, Keanu, and Paul Pierce are all getting into the game. And, Bitcoin is still going up! All this and more in this episode of Crypto Curious. The Equity Mates Community Survey is here. Win $500 in cash or tickets to FinFest 2023 by co...
Feb 22, 2023•35 min•Season 1Ep. 67
In this week's episode of Crypto Curious, we discuss the latest crypto currency news, including the impact of artificial intelligence on the crypto markets, the SEC's recent crackdown on Kraken, and the UK's Digital Pound project. Stay up-to-date with the latest insights on digital assets, crypto news and trends. The Equity Mates Community Survey is here. Win $500 in cash or tickets to FinFest 2023 by completing the Equity Mates Media Community Survey 2023 It shouldn’t take you more than 10 minu...
Feb 15, 2023•27 min•Season 1Ep. 66
This episode we welcome Ben Simpson from Collective Shift, a leading Crypto Education Platform. Ben, who's a crypto and blockchain expert, shares his insights on the hottest crypto news from the past week, including the latest updates on FTX and Sam Bankman-Fried. We discuss the recent token mapping exercises by the Australian federal government and the launch of Bitcoin-based NFTs, which received mixed reactions from market players. Ben also shares his thoughts on the current state of the crypt...
Feb 08, 2023•38 min
Join us for the first episode back of Crypto Curious for 2023! In what has been a thrilling start to the year in the crypto world we provide our usual update on the market for January. And as the dust settles, we'll delve into whether this bull run is here to stay or if it's a short lived pump. We also cover the latest in FTX/SBF news and dive into the biggest headlines to hit the crypto scene in the past few weeks. From the launch of the ANZ Stablecoin to Tennis Australia's NFT collection, we'v...
Feb 01, 2023•31 min•Season 1Ep. 64
In this the final episode for the year Trace, Blake & Caroline (CEO of BTC Markets) look at the issues that shaped 2022. There were certainly some big media grabbing stories - Luna, FTX, and the contagion we are still seeing to this day. But not all of them were negative, no! There was also a great deal of positive news and sentiment wrapped up in 2022 but it was overshadowed by the actions of some bad actors. They reflect back on these stories and round out the episode by giving their thoug...
Dec 21, 2022•35 min•Season 1Ep. 63
In this week's episode Trace & Blake discuss the FTX update which includes an arrest - finally! Plus Goldman Sachs lust for a bargain crypto businesses and Coinbase coaxing users from USDT to USDC. Plus are the celebs in hot water for promoting Board Apes? Download the Bamboo app and use code CURIOUS for $10 in ETH. Follow Crypto Curious on Instagram , or send the team an email with all your thoughts here . ***** In the spirit of reconciliation, Equity Mates Media and the hosts of Crypto Cur...
Dec 14, 2022•25 min•Season 1Ep. 62
In this weeks episode Trace, Blake & Craig discuss the exciting news around Stripe facilitating fiat to crypto payments and how this will make a big impact to the adoption of crypto. They look at the Coinbase and Apple Fee’s debate and talk more about the incoming crypto regulation. As always, there is a bunch more news around Sam Bankman Fried and the FTX saga plus a good dose of short sharp news bites. Download the Bamboo app and use code CURIOUS for $10 in ETH. Follow Crypto Curious on In...
Dec 07, 2022•28 min•Season 1Ep. 61
Blake gave Trace & Craig his wrap up of the Aussie NFT Fest from last week. There’s been some very unusual updates in the FTX Saga to discuss. And they look into a hacker's unusual way of stealing $100 million of DeFi project Mango. Plus there are a whole heap of juicy short sharp news bites. Links we talked about: Nouns: https://nouns.wtf/ Mango Hack: https://mashable.com/article/hacker-steals-mango-crypto-100-million BitBoy hunting down SBF: https://twitter.com/Bitboy_Crypto/status/1596619...
Nov 30, 2022•24 min•Season 1Ep. 60
Tracey and Craig are holding down the fort as Blake is away at NFT Fest with half of the Aussie Crypto scene. They discuss the Genesis fallout and ponder what this might mean for Grayscale, talk about the CZ & Coinbase tweet drama, and unpack a bunch of short sharp news as well! Download the Bamboo app and use code CURIOUS for $10 in ETH. Follow Crypto Curious on Instagram , or send the team an email with all your thoughts here . ***** In the spirit of reconciliation, Equity Mates Media and ...
Nov 27, 2022•27 min•Season 1Ep. 59
In this week's episode Trace, Blake and Craig give the most up to date information in the FTX / Sam Bankman Fried saga - and there is a LOT to cover off on! This takes into consideration where the contagion may have reached and which other platforms and entities might be in trouble. They discuss the announcement of a US Digital dollar, cover the new Nike NFT marketplace Swoosh and explain how how the decentralized exchanges are faring after the last two weeks action.. Read the Vox article here ....
Nov 20, 2022•29 min•Season 1Ep. 58
This week Trace and Craig are joined by a special guest and NFT Godfather here in Australia - Greg Oakford. Greg is the co-founder of NFT Fest Aus and is not only super knowledgeable in the NFT space in general, but has a good grasp on how things could shape the future for marketing and digital identity. They discuss the recent developments to break regarding Instagram and how they are incorporating digital collectibles (NFTS) onto their platform. They get clarity from Greg around how exactly ro...
Nov 13, 2022•54 min•Season 1Ep. 57
Trace, Blake and Craig record a special episode to take a deep dive into the spectacular demise of Sam Bankman-Fried’s FTX Exchange. Exactly what happened, who was involved and why? They’ll try to answer some of these questions as best as possible in an ever evolving situation. Download the Bamboo app and use code CURIOUS for $10 in ETH. Follow Crypto Curious on Instagram, or send the team an email with all your thoughts here. ***** In the spirit of reconciliation, Equity Mates Media and the hos...
Nov 11, 2022•29 min•Season 1Ep. 57
On this week's episode Trace, Blake & Craig give you a market update with some key dates to look out for this November. They discuss what Elon taking over Twitter means for crypto and where the Dodge coin pump has come from. They unpack parts of the Bloomberg Crypto Story and also tell you a fascinating story about how the Ethereum blockchain is helping researchers around the world with their cancer research. Download the Bamboo app and use code CURIOUS for $10 in ETH. Follow Crypto Curious ...
Nov 06, 2022•22 min•Season 1Ep. 56
This week it’s Blake and Trace again and they talk about the newly launched Aptos Blockchain, FTX’s Sam Bankman-Fried’s published thoughts on the future of regulation and the success of Reddits users NFT profile pictures. Plus, how much have NFT creators been paid out in royalties since inception? Download the Bamboo app and use code CURIOUS for $10 in ETH. Follow Crypto Curious on Instagram , or send the team an email with all your thoughts here . ***** In the spirit of reconciliation, Equity M...
Oct 30, 2022•26 min•Season 1Ep. 55
This week, Blake and Tracey fly as a duo. They discuss the maturing Real Estate NFT market, the way FTX is taking on the regulators in Texas, and ask - is Board Apes Yaga Labs in trouble? Tim Ferris' NFT project is here . Download the Bamboo app and use code CURIOUS for $10 in ETH. Follow Crypto Curious on Instagram , or send the team an email with all your thoughts here . ***** In the spirit of reconciliation, Equity Mates Media and the hosts of Crypto Curious acknowledge the Traditional Custod...
Oct 23, 2022•21 min•Season 1Ep. 54
This week, Blake, Tracey and Craig talk about the hackers who've stolen around $570 million in tokens from Binance. They also discuss the Celsius Dox story - the fact that during the bankruptcy proceedings for crypto platform Celsius, the identities of thousands of its customers has been revealed in court filings, DappRadar reporting that the metaverse is quite a lonely place to be, and they wrap up the show with their quick, fast soundbites. Download the Bamboo app and use code CURIOUS for $10 ...
Oct 16, 2022•26 min
In this week's episode Trace, Blake & Craig talk to the next chapter in the Celsius saga. They discuss how the California government is embracing blockchain tech and also touch on the Kim Kardashian story around her SEC troubles. There's also some NFT numbers to round out September as well as our short sharp news bites for the week. Get into it Curious Crew! Download the Bamboo app and use code CURIOUS for $10 in ETH. Follow Crypto Curious on Instagram , or send the team an email with all yo...
Oct 09, 2022•24 min•Season 1Ep. 52
In this weeks episode Trace & Blake discuss how regulators are looking at Ethereum's new Proof of Stake mechanism. Staying with regulation they touch on recent discussions in the US around Defi lending and how it could look in years to come. They look into a recent crypto survey from here in Australia that's had some interesting results. As well as touching on a grand plan from digital wallet Strike to challenge the credit card giants Visa and Mastercard when it comes to every day payments. ...
Oct 02, 2022•22 min•Season 1Ep. 51
Coming up in this episode we’ll give you the inside scoop on Australia's largest Crypto Event Aus Crypto Con which took place last week on the Gold Coast. We’ll talk about the state of the crypto market over the last week and what news from the US is likely to impact it further. There's been yet another blunder from a well known crypto exchange resulting in free money and once again we finish with the short sharp news bites. Download the Bamboo app and use code CURIOUS for $10 in ETH. Follow Cry...
Sep 25, 2022•21 min•Season 1Ep. 50
Today we talk to Luke McFarlane who is the co-founder of Vikara Capital, Ezel.life and Natural Medtech. He has over 15 years experience in investment management, equity capital markets and corporate finance. In todays interview with Luke we discuss all things WEB3. How its interacting with our lives now and how it will affect our lives in the future. We look at the difference between gaming and metaverse? And we take a deep drive into the other industries that are focused on web3 disruption. Fin...
Sep 22, 2022•40 min•Season 1Ep. 49
Trace, Blake & Craig happened to be recording with the Ethereum Merge only an hour away! Join in the excitement as they’re not sure what to expect. Can it be done? … well, we know now it was a success! They explain what this now means for the crypto landscape. Those in it and those not. They also explain one of the bigger stories hidden amongst all the Merge talk this past week. Starbucks partners with Polygon! Plus a few added news bites to round out the episode. Happy Mergmuss crypto curio...
Sep 18, 2022•25 min•Season 1Ep. 48
Coming up in this episode we explain why we call September the peak of bear season. We look at how the Merge is progressing… and Ticketmaster is finally unveiling their NFTs rollout. We touch on Russia looking to legalize the use of crypto for international trade and explain the DXDY exchange doxing promotion which didn't going down well with the public. Download the Bamboo app and use code CURIOUS for $10 in ETH. Follow Crypto Curious on Instagram , or send the team an email with all your thoug...
Sep 11, 2022•25 min•Season 1Ep. 47
In today's episode Trace & Craig explain why Jerome Powell's annual Jackson Hole speech was among a few other markers that contributed to the recent market volatility. They cover the downward spiral of the NFT market and go over the recent numbers published by Opensea. As always there's plenty in the short-sharp news bites for the week which includes the story of the woman who was accidentally given $10 million instead of $100 as a refund by a popular crypto exchange. Download the Bamboo app...
Sep 04, 2022•24 min
This week Trace & Craig are joined by co-host Dave Haslop from the Australian Crypto Con. They discuss the World First Token Mapping exercise which will bring more regulation to the Aussie crypto scene. Talk about the BendDao NFT Insolvency crisis which might flood the market with some cheap Board apes. AND Dave offers up some free tickets to the Gold Coast Crypto Con event next month! Download the Bamboo app and use code CURIOUS for $10 in ETH. Follow Crypto Curious on Instagram , or send t...
Aug 28, 2022•36 min•Season 1Ep. 45
Coming up in this episode we explain the Ethereum Triple Halving phenomenon that is the talk of the crypto-town. We put Bitcoin & Gold side by side to see who comes up shinier. We talk a little about Alternative coin Monero and we share a problem that a Crypto Curious listener had so you don’t have the same one. Download the Bamboo app and use code CURIOUS for $10 in ETH. Follow Crypto Curious on Instagram , join our FB community here or send the team an email with all your thoughts here . *...
Aug 21, 2022•26 min•Season 1Ep. 44
