Presented collaboratively by Early Riders & Onramp Media…

Final Settlement is a weekly podcast covering capital markets, dealmaking, early-stage venture, bitcoin applications and protocol development.

This week Liam, Brian, and Michael cover the latest developments in digital assets, DeFi, and macroeconomic trends. The hosts analyze recent events like tether freezes, DeFi exploits, and India's CBDC pilots, providing insights into the evolving landscape of digital finance.

Chapters

05:00 - The Role of Tether in Global Finance 08:10 - Decentralization vs Centralization in Crypto 11:01 - The Fragility of DeFi and Recent Exploits 17:20 - The Impact of AI on Employment 22:39 - Economic Conditions and Corporate Layoffs 31:28 - Digital Asset Roundup: Trends and Innovations 37:28 - The Role of Stablecoins in Transactions 43:09 - Integrating Bitcoin Payments in India 47:19 - AI Investments and the Future of Tech Funding 52:51 - Democratizing Access to Private Companies 58:43 - The Debate on Freezing Coins and Market Dynamics