This episode is sponsored by Nexo.io, Arculus and FTX US.
On this edition of the “Weekly Recap,” NLW looks at the latest news regarding Russia’s economy. Vladimir Putin is trying to leverage energy exports to prop up the ruble. But can he really make Europe and the rest of the world pay with rubles? And if he does, what are the implications for the U. ... Show More
Mar 2022
BREAKDOWN: Inside China and Russia's Battle Against the US Dollar
How concerned with the USD’s role as reserve currency should we be?
This episode is sponsored by Nexo.io, Arculus and FTX US.
NLW explores how the global monetary order is shifting. Specifically, he looks at Putin’s demand that Russian energy now be paid for in rubles, as well ... Show More
18m 51s
Feb 2022
BREAKDOWN: The Game Theory Behind Russia's New Crypto Policy
Sticking it to the U.S., a hedge against China or both?
This episode is sponsored by Nexo, Arculus, FTX US and MELD.com.
On today’s episode, NLW explores possible reasons why Russia’s recent 180 on cryptocurrencies might make sense. As the country prepares to legalize and regula ... Show More
19m 11s
Feb 2022
BREAKDOWN: 15 Key Economic Questions After Russia Invades Ukraine
From sanctions to Bitcoin to the Fed.
This episode is sponsored by Nexo, Arculus, and FTX US.
In the wake of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, NLW explores 15 key economic questions including:
1. Why isn’t the world going even bigger on sanctions?
2. How is Russia’s economy tied to ... Show More
31m 38s
Mar 2022
Why Russian Sanctions Could Push Corporations Towards Crypto
On today’s show, David Z. Morris, CoinDesk's Chief Insights Columnist takes a look at the potential cost of the sudden disconnection of Russia from the global financial system.
Read the story here.
This episode is sponsored by Kava, Arculus and PathDAO.
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Kava lets you mint sta ... Show More
3m 41s
Mar 2022
BREAKDOWN: BlackRock’s Larry Fink Says Ukraine Conflict Could Accelerate Digital Currencies
Plus a look at other key institutional, geopolitical and industry stories.
This episode is sponsored by Nexo.io, Arculus and FTX US.
On this edition of the “Weekly Recap,” NLW looks at recent comments from the leader of the world’s largest asset manager on Ukraine and digital ... Show More
15m 50s
Feb 2022
BREAKDOWN: Why One Stablecoin Is Being Backed by Bitcoin
Plus updates from Russia and Canada.
This episode is sponsored by Nexo, Arculus, and FTX US.
Today on “The Breakdown,” NLW looks at:
The latest from Russia, including skepticism about the effectiveness of the first round of sanctions
Updates on Canada’s use of the Emergencies ... Show More
18m 40s
Feb 2022
BREAKDOWN: How Russia’s Escalation in Ukraine Is Impacting Markets
While much is unknown, many are anticipating big impacts on energy.
This episode is sponsored by Nexo, Arculus, and FTX US.
Monday, President Vladimir Putin announced Russia’s recognition of two breakaway territories in the Ukrainian region of Donbas. The recognition was widely ... Show More
18m 5s
Mar 2022
BREAKDOWN: Did We Just Enter the Beginnings of the Post-Dollar Hegemony Era?
A discussion of the long-term implications of sanctions.
This episode is sponsored by Nexo.io, Arculus, FTX US and Cointelli.
This week on “Long Reads Sunday,” NLW reads and discusses “Bitcoiners Were Right: Weaponized Finance Just Created a Post-Dollar Planet” by David Z. Mo ... Show More
16m 41s