Uploaded May 2026 | Updated September 2026, 3 days ago

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This week, we’re back with another weekly roundup to discuss the current AI mania and how it feels similar to crypto in 2017. We then deep dive into Circle's $222M raise, expectations for the Clarity Act, Anthropic's crackdown on SPVs and more. Enjoy!
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Timestamps:
00:00 Introduction
05:44 AI Feels Like Crypto In 2017
27:12 Circle Raises $222M
46:15 The Clarity Act
59:03 Anthropic Cracks Down On SPV’s
01:10:30 Content of The Week
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