In this week’s Hot Topics, we dive into Ethereum’s 10-year journey—from the DAO hack to DeFi dominance and the Merge that changed it all. What’s next for the world’s most composable blockchain?
We also break down the White House’s bold crypto policy report, including the creation of a U.S. Bitcoin Reserve, potential CBDC bans, and constitutional protections for self-custody. Is the U.S. becoming a crypto capital—or just gambling big?
Plus, NFTs are making waves again! CryptoPunks and Pudgy Penguins are on fire as trading volumes surge to levels not seen since early 2024. Are we witnessing a true NFT revival or just another hype cycle?
And finally, we preview the Future of Money, Governance & the Law Summit (FOMGL) and Edge of Show’s upcoming event in partnership with the Government Blockchain Association. From Capitol Hill working sessions to the 1930s-style Cryptopoly Gala, this is where policy, tech, and Web3 collide.
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