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The Recession That Never Came: Examining US Economic Resilience and Future Risks

The Recession That Never Came: Examining US Economic Resilience and Future Risks

The October 12, 2024 episode of The Bitcoin Layer revolves around the US economy's surprising resilience despite widespread expectations of an impending recession, and why a recession has not yet materialized, despite aggressive interest rate hikes by the Federal Reserve.

Bitcoin: An Asset or the Future of Money?

Bitcoin: An Asset or the Future of Money?

The September 17, 2024 episode of The Bitcoin Layer centers on Nik Bhatia’s efforts to explain the intricacies of Bitcoin to Michael Howell, a liquidity expert. The discussion revolves around fundamental economic principles like Gresham's Law and Triffin's Dilemma and how these apply to Bitcoin.

Recession Watch: How Macroeconomic Trends and SOFR Liquidity Impact Bitcoin

Recession Watch: How Macroeconomic Trends and SOFR Liquidity Impact Bitcoin

The October 1, 2024 episode of The Bitcoin Layer, Nik Bhatia provides a detailed analysis of macroeconomic factors affecting Bitcoin, including bond volatility, the Federal Reserve’s rate cuts, and the SOFR liquidity challenges at quarter-end.

Countdown to Trump: Global Shifts and Economic Turbulence

Countdown to Trump: Global Shifts and Economic Turbulence

The October 10, 2024 episode of The Bitcoin Layer featured Jacob Shapiro discussing the possible return of Donald Trump to the U.S. presidency and its geopolitical implications.

HBO's Bitcoin Documentary: Focused on the Wrong Mystery?

HBO's Bitcoin Documentary: Focused on the Wrong Mystery?

In the October 10, 2024 episode of The Bitcoin Layer, Nik Bhatia reviews HBO’s Bitcoin documentary about the mystery of Satoshi Nakamoto's identity, which he argues is irrelevant to Bitcoin’s real-world importance.

Understanding the Macro Forces Shaping Bitcoin’s Price

Understanding the Macro Forces Shaping Bitcoin’s Price

In an October 8, 2024 episode of the Bitcoin Layer, Nik Bhatia explores the macroeconomic factors influencing Bitcoin's price, placing particular emphasis on asset-based liquidity and the interconnectedness between Bitcoin, stocks, and global financial markets.

Operation Chokepoint 2.0: The Federal Assault on Crypto Innovation

Operation Chokepoint 2.0: The Federal Assault on Crypto Innovation

In the October 3, 2024 episode of The Bitcoin Layer, Caitlin Long, founder of Custodia Bank, discusses the Federal Reserve's Operation Chokepoint 2.0 and the Biden Administration’s regulatory actions against the crypto industry.