I had the opportunity a few years ago at Morgan Creek to invest in Coinbase while they were still private.I remember thinking they had a chance to dominate the crypto industry and be the leading US-based exchange.Now it is obvious that $COIN is coming for all of finance.They want to become the next great financial institution.Very inspiring to see them be so ambitious. ...

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the crypto industry does not use crypto for its actual purpose, is less private than banks, and is a giant surveillance system of central issued IOUsbut yes let's argue about L1 valuations in a world where XRP is top 3 and ADA is higher than HYPEretardio https://t.co/66LlAyiTdU ...

Regulatory Scrutiny - A House report confirms the existence of "Operation Chokepoint 2.0," dismissing claims of conspiracy within the crypto industry [1] - The report reveals a coordinated effort to cut the crypto industry off from the banking system [1] - Financial institutions received 24 "pause" letters [1] - The Fed, FDIC, OCC, and other entities collaborated in this effort [1] - Shadow debanking of crypto firms occurred [1]

Industry Convergence - Traditional finance and the crypto industry are converging into a single entity [1] - Chainlink is pivotal to crypto's integration into the global financial system [1] Regulatory Landscape - Focus on removing regulatory impediments to allow the crypto industry to flourish [1] - White House Digital Assets Council Executive Director discussed U S policy [1] Company Focus - Chainlink is working to remove regulatory impediments [1]

Core Viewpoint - A U.S. bank lobbying group is opposing Coinbase's application for a trust charter, claiming it does not meet several regulatory requirements [1][2]. Group 1: Opposition from Banking Groups - The Independent Community Bankers of America (ICBA) has formally opposed Coinbase's trust charter application, stating it fails on multiple grounds that disqualify it under the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) standards [2][3]. - This opposition follows a similar stance from the Bank Policy Institute (BPI), which also targeted Coinbase and other crypto firms like Ripple, Circle, and Paxos [2]. Group 2: Concerns Raised - The ICBA argues that Coinbase's trust bank would struggle to be profitable in a bear market and that the OCC would face challenges in dissolving the trust if it fails [3]. - The organization also claims that Coinbase's risk and control functions are "demonstrably flawed" and that the interpretive letter used for the application was not issued properly [3]. Group 3: Coinbase's Response and Intentions - Coinbase's chief legal officer criticized the banking groups for attempting to protect their interests by opposing the charter, suggesting that they prefer the crypto industry to remain unregulated [4]. - Coinbase applied for the trust charter to expand its services, such as payments and settlements, and to simplify regulatory approvals across multiple states, clarifying that it does not intend to become a full-service bank [5].

Basically trading this.I dont think it will be 6 years of down only, and think there will be pockets of opportunity.We'll have some bull market vibes in there, and the real wealth gathering opportunity similar to 2020 - 2021 will prolly be 2027 - 2029, then cool off again.But overall, i am never leaving this space, there is opportunity forever, and the crypto industry will only grow. I just wanna be able to deploy into new stuff, and have capital ready to do so.Easy (@EasyEatsBodega):My gameplan at the mome ...

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You are not bullish enough.Read it. Read it all.The entire world is beginning to use the tech our industry has pioneered.Chris Dixon (@cdixon):We’re excited to share our 2025 State of Crypto report.This year’s story: the maturation of the crypto industry — with growing institutional adoption, the rise of stablecoins, better infrastructure, new consumer experiences, and long-awaited regulatory clarity.Read the full https://t.co/c8NESXnQE3 ...

Deals & Investments - A $375 million deal is announced [1] Marketing & Industry Dynamics - The crypto industry is special due to effective marketing stunts [1] - The marketing stunt was executed the night before the announcement [1]