Crypto’s real-world adoption in 2025 and what builders should expect in 2026
2025 was a year of major shifts for crypto and not just in headlines, but in what actually matters for builders: fundamentals, real-world use cases and…
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Byte-Sized Insight, is your weekly crypto deep-dive with Cointelegraph. In these byte-sized episodes, we break down the biggest stories shaping crypto, blockchain, and Web3 each week —giving you the insights you need, from the experts, with no frills.
Stablecoins took over crypto in 2025: Here’s what the data says about 2026 (feat. Chainalysis)
2025 marked a turning point for crypto not in price cycles or hype, but in how the industry is actually used, regulated and understood.In this episode of…
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UK crypto regulation is coming: Inside the FCA’s sweeping new consultation
The UK is taking a major step toward fully regulating crypto markets.This week on Byte-Sized Insight, we break down the Financial Conduct Authority’s sweeping…
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Can ESMA Fix MiCA?: Europe regulated crypto first, now it considers a central regulator
Europe was the first major region to roll out a comprehensive crypto framework, but now it’s rethinking how that framework is enforced.In this episode of…
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The first U.S. state to buy Bitcoin: Why is Texas going all in?
Texas just became the first US state to purchase and hold Bitcoin, and it did so during a market downturn, while many institutions and state treasuries were…
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Crypto turbulence in 2025 explained: A practical guide to navigating market volatility
The crypto markets have been battered over the past several weeks with Bitcoin sinking from six-figure highs to the low-$80Ks, more than a trillion dollars…
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Bitcoin drops fear spikes: Should we be afraid, and is it still an asset “for everyone” (feat. Natalie Brunell)?
Bitcoin plunged below $90,000 this week, hitting a six-month low and sending fear across the crypto community. Extreme bearish sentiment, weakening…
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The new crypto treasury? Breaking down Grant Cardone’s real estate/Bitcoin hybrid
This week on Byte-Sized Insight, news reporter Vince Quill breaks down one of the most innovative treasury strategies emerging in crypto today: Grant…
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Are AI crypto traders taking over? The hype, risks and real signals
This week on Byte-Sized Insight, we dive into one of crypto’s hottest conversations: the rise of AI-powered trading models and why specialized tools are…
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Crypto’s power evolution: Lobbying, access, and the future of policy
Crypto’s growing presence in Washington is entering a new phase. Following a high-profile presidential pardon and a surge in political spending across the…
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Crypto ETFs in focus: Are altcoins next for SEC approval?
October is shaping up to be a pivotal month for crypto ETFs, with 16 applications, many tied to altcoins like Solana, XRP, and Litecoin, awaiting final…
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Layer-1s in 2025: The backbone of crypto’s next chapter (feat. Algorand)
Layer-1s are still the backbone of crypto, but in 2025 their role is evolving. With Ethereum’s L2 ecosystem booming, modular blockchains on the rise and…
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China’s stablecoin push: Can the yuan challenge the dollar?
China is considering launching a yuan-backed stablecoin, a surprising pivot after years of cracking down on crypto and pushing the digital yuan. What’s…
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Bitcoin, big money and the end of the old system: Tim Draper explains
In this episode of Decentralize with Cointelegraph, venture capital investor and Bitcoin advocate Tim Draper joins Cointelegraph reporter Vince Quill for a…
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Senator Cynthia Lummis and the US crypto comeback: ‘Help is on the way’
This week on Decentralize with Cointelegraph, we sit down with US Senator Cynthia Lummis, one of the most vocal and informed advocates for digital assets and…
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The AI revolution is here, don't get left behind: Kevin O'Leary interview
In this special interview, Shark Tank investor and entrepreneur Kevin O’Leary joins Cointelegraph US Reporter Vince Quill for a wide-ranging conversation on…
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Delay crypto laws now, pay later: The high stakes for the U.S.
The clock is ticking on meaningful crypto regulation in the US, and the consequences of continued inaction could be dire. In this episode of Decentralize with…
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From Ripple to DeFi student loan financing: Crypto’s expanding role in education
Can blockchain redefine the way student loans are financed and repaid? On the heels of Ripple’s $25 million donation to Teach for America, we connect the dots…
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AI in crypto: Insights from Polygon and NEAR Protocol founders
In this special episode of Decentralize with Cointelegraph, Gareth Jenkinson, head of multimedia at Cointelegraph, sits down with Sandeep Nailwal, co-founder…
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Crypto in Q1 2025: Cointelegraph editorial roundtable
What made headlines and what flew under the radar in crypto’s first quarter of 2025? Join members of the Cointelegraph editorial team as they break down the…
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TJ Miller on Bitcoin: Why the comedian is all in on crypto
In this special episode of Decentralize with Cointelegraph, actor and comedian TJ Miller (Silicon Valley, Deadpool) sits down with Gareth Jenkinson, head of…
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The $1 billion blueprint for tokenized real estate (RWAs) with MANTRA and DAMAC
DAMAC, one of Dubai’s leading luxury real estate developers, is embracing blockchain to revolutionize property investment through tokenization. In this…
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Spot Bitcoin ETF approval 1-year anniversary: A year in review with industry analysts
In this episode of Decentralize with Cointelegraph, we mark the one-year anniversary of the spot Bitcoin ETF approvals from the SEC with an in-depth review of…
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2024’s biggest crypto moments and 2025 predictions: A Cointelegraph editorial roundtable
Ever wonder who’s on the frontlines bringing you all the news and updates from the world of crypto and Web3? Join members of the Cointelegraph editorial team…
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