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The Joe Rogan Phenomenon: From Maverick Path to Podcast King, the True Influence of $250 Million

Joe Rogan, a comedian and UFC commentator, rose from humble beginnings to host the world's most influential podcast, "The Joe Rogan Experience," valued at $250 million. His unconventional, long-form, and unscripted style attracts high-profile guests like Elon Musk, Donald Trump, and Jensen Huang, who share candid moments rarely seen in traditional media. The podcast’s success lies in its authenticity, reaching audiences distrustful of mainstream media. In 2024, Trump’s three-hour appearance, discussing topics from UFOs to tariffs, garnered over 50 million views and was credited as a key factor in his election victory. However, Rogan faces controversy for spreading misinformation on COVID-19, AIDS, and climate change, highlighting the tension between free speech and responsible media. In China, figures like Luo Yonghao attempt to replicate this model, but face challenges due to shorter content trends, weaker monetization, and cultural constraints. While the format can be imitated, Rogan’s unique influence remains rooted in American media dynamics.

比推12/23 14:00

The Joe Rogan Phenomenon: From Maverick Path to Podcast King, the True Influence of $250 Million

比推12/23 14:00

How Wall Street is using Ethereum without talking about Ethereum

Wall Street is increasingly adopting Ethereum's infrastructure for its cryptocurrency aspects but as a foundational utility for financial operations. Key drivers include the automation of settlement via smart contracts, enabling T+0 instant settlement and reducing manual processes. Stablecoins, particularly after the 2025 GENIUS Act, serve as a regulated digital dollar entry point, allowing continuous transfers. Major institutions like JPMorgan and BlackRock use Ethereum for tokenized funds and real-world assets, leveraging it as a distribution layer for enhanced liquidity and operational efficiency. Despite this widespread use, firms often avoid naming Ethereum directly, referring instead to neutral "onchain" or "programmable" infrastructure, highlighting its role as invisible yet essential financial plumbing.

cointelegraph12/23 13:27

How Wall Street is using Ethereum without talking about Ethereum

cointelegraph12/23 13:27

OKX reports trading increase after expansion into US, EU

Cryptocurrency exchange OKX reported a 53-fold increase in trading volume within its licensed and regulated markets in 2025, driven by its expansion into the United States and the European Economic Area. The exchange cited internal data showing daily active wallets doubled, with approximately 190,000 new wallets created daily. Global decentralized exchange volume surged 262%, while centralized trading rose 16%. The growth is attributed to OKX's licensed operating approach, including a MiCA license in the EU and entry into the U.S. market alongside regulatory developments like the GENIUS Act. OKX ranks as the fourth-largest global crypto exchange per CoinMarketCap. Additionally, major exchanges like Bybit, Coinbase, Kraken, and Gemini secured European licensing under MiCA. The U.S. stablecoin market, bolstered by the GENIUS Act, now exceeds $310 billion, dominated by USDT and USDC.

cointelegraph12/23 12:01

OKX reports trading increase after expansion into US, EU

cointelegraph12/23 12:01

ZOOZ's Bitcoin treasury play faces Nasdaq delisting clock

ZOOZ Strategy has received a Nasdaq delisting warning for failing to maintain a minimum $1 share price, giving it 180 days to regain compliance, potentially through a reverse stock split. The Israel-based firm, which holds 1,036 Bitcoin as a core treasury asset, has seen its stock decline despite this strategy. It now has until June 2026 to meet the requirement. The notice follows similar warnings to other crypto-focused firms like KindlyMD and DCX, though not all Bitcoin treasury companies are struggling, with examples like Metaplanet and Strategy continuing to advance their Bitcoin acquisition strategies.

cointelegraph12/23 11:49

ZOOZ's Bitcoin treasury play faces Nasdaq delisting clock

cointelegraph12/23 11:49

Coinbase Announces Acquisition Of The Clearing Company, Marking Its Tenth Purchase In 2025

Coinbase has announced its tenth acquisition of 2025, acquiring prediction market startup The Clearing Company. This move is part of Coinbase's broader strategy to transform into a comprehensive financial platform, integrating stocks, derivatives, and prediction markets. CEO Brian Armstrong aims to position Coinbase as an "Everything Exchange," reducing reliance on crypto trading amid growing competition. The deal, part of a major expansion that includes previous acquisitions like Deribit and Echo, is expected to close in January 2026. Additionally, Coinbase is launching new services like institutional asset tokenization and custom stablecoins to appeal to businesses and developers.

bitcoinist12/23 11:33

Coinbase Announces Acquisition Of The Clearing Company, Marking Its Tenth Purchase In 2025

bitcoinist12/23 11:33

Racing to Be the First Stock: The Substance, Capabilities, and Ambition of China's Largest Independent Model Company

Zhipu AI, China's largest independent large language model (LLM) company by revenue, has passed its listing hearing on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange with a valuation of RMB 24.377 billion. Its IPO filing provides the first clear look at the financials of a major Chinese LLM player. From 2022 to 2024, Zhipu's revenue grew at a 130% CAGR, reaching RMB 310 million in 2024. Nearly 85% of its revenue comes from on-premise model deployments for enterprise clients, with the remainder from its MaaS (Model-as-a-Service) platform. Despite rapid revenue growth, the company reported significant adjusted net losses, driven overwhelmingly by R&D expenses which reached RMB 1.59 billion in H1 2025. A major portion of these costs is attributed to computing power, essential for training its flagship models. A key part of Zhipu's strategy is a "land and expand" approach: using strategic price cuts on its MaaS platform to attract a large user base (over 1.2 million enterprise developers) and then converting them into high-value on-premise clients. The release of its powerful open-source base model, GLM-4.5/4.6, which ranks among the top global models in several benchmarks, led to an exponential increase in API calls and token consumption. The company is betting that continued heavy R&D investment is necessary to stay at the forefront of the intensely competitive global AI market. Its leadership believes that possessing a superior base model is the ultimate product and the key to long-term growth, even if it requires substantial short-term losses. As one of the first Chinese LLM firms to file for an IPO, Zhipu's market debut is poised to be a major test for valuing China's independent AI industry.

marsbit12/23 11:13

Racing to Be the First Stock: The Substance, Capabilities, and Ambition of China's Largest Independent Model Company

marsbit12/23 11:13

RWA Weekly Report｜Data: Approximately 50% of Euro Stablecoins Deployed on Ethereum; Potential Policy Adjustments as Trump Prepares for Next November's Midterm Elections May Again Impact Digital Assets (12.18-12.23)

RWA Market Weekly Summary (Dec 18–23) The total on-chain value of Real World Assets (RWA) grew 1.65% this week to $19.05 billion, while the broader RWA market saw a slight contraction. U.S. Treasuries remained the core asset at $8.7 billion. Commodities and private equity saw notable increases. The number of RWA asset holders and stablecoin users continued to rise. Key developments include: - Data shows ~50% of euro-denominated stablecoins are deployed on Ethereum. - Former U.S. President Trump’s policy adjustments ahead of the midterm elections may impact digital assets. - The SEC issued new guidance on crypto asset custody and ATS operations. - Hong Kong proposed new rules for insurance investments in crypto assets. - U.S. lawmakers proposed tax exemptions for small stablecoin payments and staking rewards. - Ghana legalized crypto trading and plans to explore gold-backed stablecoins. Highlighted RWA projects: - Ondo Finance (ONDO) will launch tokenized stocks and ETFs on Solana in early 2026. - MSX (STONKS) is preparing for the potential launch of official Nasdaq tokenized stocks. Stablecoin sector growth continues, with Grayscale reporting a $300B supply and $1.1T in monthly trading volume.

marsbit12/23 10:56

RWA Weekly Report｜Data: Approximately 50% of Euro Stablecoins Deployed on Ethereum; Potential Policy Adjustments as Trump Prepares for Next November's Midterm Elections May Again Impact Digital Assets (12.18-12.23)

marsbit12/23 10:56

RWA Weekly Report｜Data: Approximately 50% of Euro Stablecoins Deployed on Ethereum; Potential Policy Adjustments as Trump Prepares for Next November's Midterm Elections May Again Impact Digital Assets (12.18-12.23)

RWA Weekly Report: Data shows approximately 50% of euro-denominated stablecoins are deployed on Ethereum; potential policy shifts as Trump prepares for midterm elections may impact digital asset markets (Dec 18–23, 2025). The on-chain value of Real World Assets (RWA) grew 1.65% to $19.05 billion, while the broader RWA market contracted slightly to $402.57 billion. User adoption continued to rise, with RWA holders increasing to 582,639 and stablecoin holders reaching 212.54 million. U.S. Treasury bonds remained the core asset at $8.7 billion, while commodities and private equity saw notable growth. Key developments include the SEC issuing new guidance for crypto asset custody and ATS operations, Hong Kong proposing new rules for insurer investments in crypto assets, and U.S. lawmakers discussing tax exemptions for small stablecoin transactions. Data from Token Terminal indicates about half of all euro stablecoins are on Ethereum. Political focus remains on potential policy adjustments by Trump ahead of the 2026 midterm elections, which could affect digital asset markets. Projects like Ondo Finance and MSX (STONKS) are advancing tokenized traditional assets, with Ondo expanding to Solana and MSX preparing for Nasdaq’s potential entry into tokenized stocks. Ghana legalized cryptocurrency trading and is exploring gold-backed stablecoins, reflecting global regulatory evolution. Stablecoin supply reached $300 billion in 2025, with significant transaction volume driving growth in related ecosystems.

Odaily星球日报12/23 10:48

RWA Weekly Report｜Data: Approximately 50% of Euro Stablecoins Deployed on Ethereum; Potential Policy Adjustments as Trump Prepares for Next November's Midterm Elections May Again Impact Digital Assets (12.18-12.23)

Odaily星球日报12/23 10:48

From Options Derivatives to Prediction Markets: A Quick Look at Coinbase's 2025 Crypto Acquisition Blueprint

Coinbase has significantly expanded its ecosystem in 2025 through a series of strategic acquisitions, aiming to build an "Everything Exchange." Key acquisitions include: - **Roam** (on-chain browser/search engine) - **Spindl** (on-chain advertising platform) - **Iron Fish** team (privacy layer, team-only acquisition) - **Deribit** ($2.9B, major derivatives platform) - **Liquifi** (token management) - **Opyn** team (DeFi options, talent acquisition) - **Sensible** founders (yield platform, later shut down) - **Echo** ($375M, launchpad platform by Cobie) - **Vector.fun** (Solana DEX, to enhance cross-chain trading) - **The Clearing Company** (prediction markets) Most deals were undisclosed talent/team acquisitions, focusing on integrating expertise rather than tokens or legacy systems. The strategy emphasizes consolidating services—spanning spot, derivatives, DeFi, privacy, and prediction markets—into a unified platform. This aligns with CEO Brian Armstrong's vision of a one-stop "Exchange Everything" model, strengthening Coinbase's competitive position against rivals like Binance and OKX.

Odaily星球日报12/23 10:19

From Options Derivatives to Prediction Markets: A Quick Look at Coinbase's 2025 Crypto Acquisition Blueprint

Odaily星球日报12/23 10:19

ETHZilla offloads $74.5 mln Ethereum to pay debt: ‘Embarrassing!’

ETHZilla, a Peter Thiel-backed firm, has sold $74.5 million worth of Ethereum (24,291 ETH) to pay down its debt, marking a significant shift from its corporate treasury strategy just four months after adopting it. The company also announced it will discontinue its mNAV metric and pivot its focus toward tokenization. This abrupt change drew sharp criticism from analysts, with one calling it an "embarrassing" destruction of shareholder value. The firm’s mNAV had fallen below 1 in early December, complicating its ability to raise capital. Meanwhile, broader market outflows hit ETH, with treasury and ETF firms seeing nearly $670 million in outflows over the past week, keeping ETH prices subdued below $3,000.

ambcrypto12/23 10:03

ETHZilla offloads $74.5 mln Ethereum to pay debt: ‘Embarrassing!’

ambcrypto12/23 10:03

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