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Your backstage pass into the crypto world. Our aim is to simplify complexities and present compelling discussions with global industry leaders. Whether you're a crypto OG or a newbie, this podcast is a must-listen.

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April 23, 20261 hr 9 min

Can Bitcoin Escape the Quantum Black Hole?

Is quantum computing Bitcoin's biggest hidden risk - and is anyone actually solving it? In this episode, Dominic Weibel and Luca Gnos sit down with Charles Edwards, founder of Capriole Investments, to break down how geopolitics, macro conditions, and quantum risk are shaping Bitcoin's next move. Edwards shares his onchain valuation tools pointing to a ~43% discount from fair value, explains why institutions now dominate Bitcoin's demand structure, and makes the case that quantum risk is already suppressing price - with a potential major repricing on the horizon within 12–24 months.

March 30, 20261 hr 33 min

Every Time Crypto Failed, It Came Back 10x Bigger

Every time crypto has failed, it came back bigger. Charles Hoskinson — co-founder of Ethereum and founder of Cardano — joins Dominic Weibel and Wolfgang Vitale on Verified to break down why 2025's underperformance may actually be setting up for crypto's biggest leap yet. From inconsistent U.S. policy and ETF ring-fencing to retail losses from structured-product speculation, the divergence was real but so is the setup.The conversation goes deep: institutional capture vs. the cypherpunk ethos, custodial apps winning users by default, Bitcoin's quantum vulnerability and DARPA timelines, the tokenomics that could drive the next adoption cycle, AI-driven job displacement, and why onchain governance is no longer optional. This is the conversation most people in crypto aren't having.

February 9, 202659 min

Aztec Co-Founder Explains How Privacy Unlocks Ethereum's Product-Market Fit

In this latest episode, hosts Wolfgang Vitale and Marco Mariani sit down with Arnaud Schenk, co-founder of Aztec. The conversation centers on a bold claim: Ethereum hasn't yet achieved product-market fit, primarily due to the lack of privacy in transactions. Arnaud introduces Aztec as a groundbreaking solution that brings privacy and programmability to Ethereum through advanced cryptographic methods like Zero-Knowledge proofs and multiparty computation. The discussion traces Aztec's journey since 2017, exploring the technical hurdles they've overcome and the strategic thinking behind their recent $60 million token sale, which featured innovative identity verification via ZK Passport. Arnaud shares his vision for blockchain's future role in global finance, emphasizing that decentralized governance and privacy are essential for meaningful adoption, ultimately aiming for blockchain to power 30-40% of global economic activity.

December 16, 20251 hr 13 min

Crypto Outlook 2026

In this episode of the Verified Podcast by Bitcoin Suisse, Dominic Weibel sits down with investment strategist Denis Oevermann, crypto market analyst Luca Gnos, and junior portfolio manager Mateo Sansonetti to dissect crypto's performance in 2025 and share their predictions for 2026. The discussion examines why 2025 was a year where crypto overdelivered on fundamentals but underdelivered on price. The panel explores new regulatory frameworks, the pro-crypto stance of the U.S. administration, and the disjointed performance between Bitcoin and altcoins. They analyze the explosive growth of options trading, the rise of prediction markets, and how macroeconomic factors and institutional flows will shape 2026. The conversation also tackles AI's market influence, the potential for Federal Reserve rate cuts, retail sentiment versus institutional positioning, and price predictions for Bitcoin and Ethereum heading into the new year.

December 10, 202544 min

The $100M Weekend Problem: Why Tokenization Matters Now

In this episode of the Verified Podcast by Bitcoin Suisse, hosts Dominic Weibel and Denis Oevermann explore the transformation of tokenization from experimental pilots to real-world production with Daniel Coheur, Global Head of Digital Assets and Fund Distribution at Apex Group. The discussion examines tokenization's impact on fund distribution, the evolution of blockchain integration in traditional finance, and the regulatory landscape for stablecoins across jurisdictions. Daniel shares insights on how intermediaries are adapting, the challenges of achieving scale and efficiency, and the critical role of regulatory clarity and technological standards in shaping the future of digital finance.

October 28, 202540 min

The Year the Dam Broke: Kyle Samani on Internet Capital Markets

In this episode of the VERIFIED Podcast by Bitcoin Suisse, hosts Dominic and Luca are joined by Kyle Samani, Managing Partner at Multicoin Capital and Chairman of Forward Industry. The discussion covers the recent market crash, the resilient performance of DeFi systems, and the ongoing shift from CeFi to DeFi. Kyle also shares his perspective on Solana’s upcoming improvements, its potential to challenge Ethereum Layer 2s, and the future of scalable blockchains. In addition, he provides insights into the thriving gold market, fiat debasement, and the evolution of financial cycles. This episode offers valuable perspectives on current events and future trends shaping the crypto landscape.

September 18, 202558 min

Mythical Games: How They Hit 1M+ Users by Making Web3 Invisible

In this episode of Uncut Gems, host Dominic Weibel sits down with John Linden, CEO of Mythical Games, to explore how Web3 is transforming gaming beyond the hype and broken promises of early blockchain games.While most Web3 gaming projects struggled with empty lobbies and broken tokenomics, Mythical Games has taken a different approach - prioritizing gameplay first and blockchain integration second. Their roster includes successful titles like NFL Rivals, FIFA Rivals, and the recently launched Pudgy Party, which are hitting millions of downloads while seamlessly integrating blockchain technology.The conversation covers Mythical's gaming-first philosophy, their innovative Quick Trade feature that enables cashless multi-party transactions, and how they're monetizing previously untapped global markets. John discusses the technical decisions behind building on Polkadot, the future of the MYTH token, and why ecosystem tokens outperform single-game tokens.Podcast Highlights0:00 Introduction to Web3 Gaming02:40 Challenges in the Gaming Industry05:23 The Promise of Web3 in Gaming09:09 Mythical Games' Approach and Success13:43 The Future of Web3 Gaming19:55 User Adoption and Onboarding27:12 Cultural Resonance vs. Speculation30:00 Innovations in Gaming: Year One and Two30:06 Introducing Quick Trade: A Game Changer32:19 The Power of Web3 in Gaming33:01 Monetizing Global Markets34:22 Challenges and Future of Quick Trade38:11 Tokenomics and Mythical's Strategy46:47 Tech Stack Choices: Why Polkadot?52:22 Rapid Fire Questions56:02 Conclusion and Final ThoughtsHostDominic Weibel, Head of Research at Bitcoin SuisseGuestJohn Linden, CEO of Mythical GamesWatchYouTube: https://youtu.be/48_DgFMCDtAWeb LinksMythical Games: ⁠https://mythicalgames.com/⁠Bitcoin Suisse: ⁠https://www.bitcoinsuisse.com/⁠Follow on X@BitcoinSuisseAG@Dominic_Weibel⁠@playmythical⁠@johnwastaken

August 27, 202546 min

Luca Netz: Road to the Pudgy IPO

In this episode of the Verified Podcast by Bitcoin Suisse, hosts Luca and Dominic sit down with Luca Netz, the visionary behind Pudgy Penguins, to explore the transformation of the struggling NFT project into a global billion-dollar brand. The discussion covers the significance of cultural impact in crypto, the role of memes in driving market dynamics, and how Pudgy Penguins is successfully bridging the gap between crypto and mainstream audiences. Luca shares insights on strategic marketing, community engagement, and the future potential of an IPO, while also exploring the broader NFT market landscape and the unique value proposition of the Pengu token. The conversation concludes with exciting details about the upcoming Pudgy Party mobile game, which aims to set new standards in the crypto gaming space. Podcast Highlights 02:18 The Rise of Pudgy Penguins 06:13 Marketing Strategy and Community Building 12:02 Leadership and Brand Success 15:32 The Impact of GCR on Pudgy 21:36 Meme Coins and Market Dynamics 25:31 The Power of Memes in Crypto 26:18 Pudgy Penguins: A Universal Appeal 29:25 Institutional Interest in Memes 31:05 The Path to IPO and Revenue Goals 35:31 Pudgy Penguin IPO 41:51 Web3 Gaming and Pudgy Party Hosts  🎙️ Dominic Weibel - Head of Research at Bitcoin Suisse 🎙️ Luca Gnos – Crypto Market Analyst at Bitcoin Suisse Guest  🎯 Luca Netz - Owner and CEO of Pudgy Penguins Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/R34DmAE40c0Websites 👉 Bitcoin Suisse: https://www.bitcoinsuisse.com/ 👉 Pudgy Penguins: https://www.pudgypenguins.com/ 👉 Igloo: https://www.igloo.inc/ Follow on X  👉 https://x.com/BitcoinSuisseAG 👉 https://x.com/Dominic_Weibel 👉 https://x.com/0xaletheia369 👉 https://x.com/lucanetz 👉 https://x.com/pudgypenguins

July 14, 20251 hr 3 min

The Next 5 Years Will Be Wilder Than the Last 1000: Trent McConaghy on Crypto & AI

In this episode of the Verified Podcast by Bitcoin Suisse, hosts Dominic Weibel and Wolfgang Vitale dive deep into the future of AI and blockchain with Trent McConaghy, a visionary entrepreneur who's been at the forefront of both fields for over 25 years.This fascinating conversation explores the intersection of AI and blockchain, the path toward Artificial General Intelligence (AGI) and Artificial Super Intelligence (ASI), and how brain-computer interfaces might be humanity's bridge to staying relevant in an age of super-intelligent machines. Trent shares his unique perspective on sovereign AI, the energy bottlenecks facing AI development, and his bold vision for human enhancement through high-bandwidth brain-computer interfaces.From Ocean Protocol to the future of human consciousness, this episode challenges conventional thinking about what it means to be human in an age of rapidly advancing artificial intelligence. It's a mind-expanding discussion that'll leave you questioning everything you thought you knew about the future.

May 20, 20251 hr 2 min

$500K Bitcoin? VanEck's Gold Benchmark

In this episode of the Verified Podcast by Bitcoin Suisse, hosts Dominic and Laurent welcome back Matthew Sigel, head of digital asset research at VanEck. They discuss the rising dominance of Bitcoin, Bitcoin's resilience, and its performance compared to traditional assets. Matthew provides insights into the evolution of VanEck's digital asset strategies, including Bitcoin ETFs and a new Node fund focusing on companies engaged in blockchain technology. The conversation delves into Bitcoin's market cap, correlations with traditional risk assets, the future of corporate Bitcoin treasury strategies, and the increasing institutional demand for Bitcoin ETFs. They also touch on the interplay between Bitcoin mining and AI, challenges related to Bitcoin's security budget, and regulatory developments impacting the digital assets landscape. Finally, Matthew offers a hypothetical approach to constructing an on-chain portfolio with a focus on Bitcoin and a diversified selection of other digital assets.