Uploaded March 2026 | Updated September 2026, 3 days ago
This week, we’re back with another weekly roundup live at DAS to discuss our takeaways from the conference. We deep dive into the institutional bull market, the state of angel and venture investing in crypto, Western Union's stablecoin pivot and more. Enjoy!
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ZKsync is the Bank Stack of Ethereum. It is a network of chains secured by cryptography, not validators. Its cutting-edge ZK innovation enables the privacy, performance and connectivity that businesses need to thrive in the digital assets economy.
To find out more visit: zksync.io
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Timestamps:
00:00 Introduction
00:48 Takeaways From DAS
07:16 Is Crypto in a Bull or Bear Market?
13:55 Angel Investing and Crypto Venture Capital
24:48 ZKsync Ad
24:24 Blockworks Investor Relations
26:13 Western Union’s Stablecoin Flywheel
33:17 The Bear Case For Stablecoins
38:30 Final Takeaways From DAS
43:25 Sports Betting On Prediction Markets
48:15 Audience Questions
52:10 Content of The Week
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Disclaimer: Nothing said on Empire is a recommendation to buy or sell securities or tokens. This podcast is for informational purposes only, and any views expressed by anyone on the show are solely our opinions, not financial advice. Santiago, Jason, Rob and our guests may hold positions in the companies, funds, or projects discussed.
This week, we’re back with another weekly roundup live at DAS to discuss our takeaways from the conference. We deep dive into the institutional bull market, the state of angel and venture investing in crypto, Western Union's stablecoin pivot and more. Enjoy!
--
Follow Jason: https://x.com/JasonYanowitz
Follow Rob: https://x.com/HadickM
Follow Santi: https://x.com/santiagoroel
Follow Empire: https://x.com/theempirepod
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ZKsync is the Bank Stack of Ethereum. It is a network of chains secured by cryptography, not validators. Its cutting-edge ZK innovation enables the privacy, performance and connectivity that businesses need to thrive in the digital assets economy.
To find out more visit: zksync.io
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Timestamps:
00:00 Introduction
00:48 Takeaways From DAS
07:16 Is Crypto in a Bull or Bear Market?
13:55 Angel Investing and Crypto Venture Capital
24:48 ZKsync Ad
24:24 Blockworks Investor Relations
26:13 Western Union’s Stablecoin Flywheel
33:17 The Bear Case For Stablecoins
38:30 Final Takeaways From DAS
43:25 Sports Betting On Prediction Markets
48:15 Audience Questions
52:10 Content of The Week
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Disclaimer: Nothing said on Empire is a recommendation to buy or sell securities or tokens. This podcast is for informational purposes only, and any views expressed by anyone on the show are solely our opinions, not financial advice. Santiago, Jason, Rob and our guests may hold positions in the companies, funds, or projects discussed.
