Uploaded April 2026 | Updated September 2026, 3 days ago
This week, we’re back with another weekly roundup to discuss the biggest problem within DeFi today. We then deep dive into Anthropic's announcement of Mythos, the state of crypto fundraising, the biggest winners in crypto today, are we buying the dip 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
(03:32) Why Is DeFi Unattractive?
(26:45) ZKsync, Blockworks IR
(28:16) Anthropic Announces Mythos
(49:46) What’s Happening In Crypto Fundraising?
(57:34) The Biggest Winners in Crypto Today
(01:04:45) Are We Buying The Dip?
(01:13:35) 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 to discuss the biggest problem within DeFi today. We then deep dive into Anthropic's announcement of Mythos, the state of crypto fundraising, the biggest winners in crypto today, are we buying the dip and more. Enjoy!
--
Follow Jason: https://x.com/JasonYanowitz
Follow Santi: https://x.com/santiagoroel
Follow Empire: https://x.com/theempirepod
--
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
(03:32) Why Is DeFi Unattractive?
(26:45) ZKsync, Blockworks IR
(28:16) Anthropic Announces Mythos
(49:46) What’s Happening In Crypto Fundraising?
(57:34) The Biggest Winners in Crypto Today
(01:04:45) Are We Buying The Dip?
(01:13:35) 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.
