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Tax Season Challenges for Crypto Traders: De Minimis Exemption and Staking Tax Treatment

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Tax Season Challenges for Crypto Traders: De Minimis Exemption and Staking Tax Treatment

Miller Whitehouse Levine, founder and CEO of the Solana Policy Institute, delves into the complexities of the upcoming tax season for crypto investors. This tax season marks a significant change with crypto brokerages now required to issue form 1099-DA for digital assets. However, these forms do not include cost basis, which poses challenges for traders, especially with the unique characteristics of crypto transactions compared to traditional financial assets.

Miller highlights two critical issues that Congress needs to address: the de minimis exemption for small transactions and the tax treatment of staking and mining. The de minimis exemption would allow small transactions, like buying a coffee with crypto, to avoid capital gains reporting, while the current tax treatment for miners creates discrepancies between the value of newly created tokens and the tax obligations incurred upon receipt.

We also discuss the regulatory landscape, particularly the potential for an innovation exemption that could revolutionize the trading of tokenized assets on-chain. This change could enable compliance with U.S. securities laws while allowing for trading in decentralized finance (DeFi) protocols.

Finally, we touch on the progress of the Clarity Act and the ongoing yield issue that has complicated market structure discussions.

Blockchain’s Internet Moment: Insights from LayerZero Labs’ Bryan Pellegrino

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Blockchain’s Internet Moment: Insights from LayerZero Labs’ Bryan Pellegrino

Bryan Pellegrino, co-founder and CEO of LayerZero Labs, joins Remy Blaire to delve into the current state of blockchain technology, highlighting its rapid evolution and the challenges of fragmentation within the ecosystem. Brian emphasizes that we are witnessing a pivotal moment in blockchain’s development, akin to the early days of the internet, where the technology is transitioning from niche applications to mainstream institutional adoption.

Brian shares insights on how LayerZero Labs is addressing the need for a translation layer that connects various blockchain networks, backed by major players like Citadel Securities and Google Cloud. He discusses the importance of security in blockchain systems, noting the trade-offs between speed and decentralization. Layer Zero aims to provide a solution that maintains security while enabling high transaction throughput.

We also explore the future of blockchain technology, with Brian predicting significant advancements in the next five years. He believes that major financial institutions and central banks are actively exploring and developing blockchain solutions, which could lead to a more integrated and efficient global financial system.

Solana Launches New Developer Platform for Banks, Payments & Stablecoins

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Solana Launches New Developer Platform for Banks, Payments & Stablecoins

At Digital Asset Summit 2026, the Solana Foundation announced the official launch of the Solana Developer Platform (SDP), a new API-powered solution designed to help enterprises and financial institutions build and launch financial products on Solana more easily. In this interview, Catherine Gu, Head of Product and Digital Assets at the Solana Foundation, explains how SDP acts as a one-stop shop that simplifies blockchain infrastructure by bringing together more than 20 providers across wallets, custody, compliance, and payments. The goal is to make it easier for institutions that are “crypto curious” to test, iterate, and launch on-chain products faster without needing to navigate the complexity of blockchain development from scratch.

Catherine also breaks down how major early users including Mastercard, Worldpay, and Western Union are already exploring real-world use cases on the platform from stablecoin settlement and merchant payments to cross-border transfers and fiat off-ramps. She also shares what’s next for SDP, including future trading modules and AI-ready functionality that allows enterprise developers and AI agents to interact with the platform entirely through APIs. As tokenization, stablecoins, and on-chain finance continue to accelerate, Solana is positioning SDP as a key bridge between traditional finance and blockchain-powered innovation.

Visa’s Big Blockchain Move: Why Privacy Is the Key to Institutional Adoption

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Visa’s Big Blockchain Move: Why Privacy Is the Key to Institutional Adoption

At Digital Asset Summit 2026, Visa made a major move in institutional blockchain adoption by announcing it will join the Canton Network as a super validator. In this conversation, Rubail Birwadker, Global Head of Growth Products and Strategic Partnerships at Visa, explains why privacy is one of the biggest missing pieces for traditional banks and financial institutions looking to move on-chain. He breaks down how Canton’s privacy-focused, composable architecture could help unlock broader institutional adoption of stablecoins and blockchain-based payments, while also allowing Visa to bring its expertise in governance, trust, resiliency, and regulated payments infrastructure to the network.

Rubail also shares how Visa is already scaling stablecoin payments globally, from enabling regulated financial institutions to settle on stablecoins to supporting more than 130 stablecoin-linked card programs across 50+ markets. The conversation also explores Visa’s broader strategy around blockchain partnerships, including its work across the stablecoin ecosystem with chains, wallet providers, orchestration platforms, and payment infrastructure partners. As blockchain adoption accelerates, Visa is positioning itself at the center of the next phase of digital finance.

March Madness and the Return of the MLB: A Conversation with Rick Horrow

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March Madness and the Return of the MLB: A Conversation with Rick Horrow

Rick Horrow, a sports business analyst at FINTECH.TV, joins Remy Blaire to delve into the exciting world of sports during March Madness and the return of baseball. We kick off the conversation by discussing the electric atmosphere in New York City, especially with Saint John’s making it to the Sweet 16 for the first time since 1999.

Rick provides insights into the NCAA’s recent copyright infringement lawsuit against DraftKings, highlighting the financial stakes involved and the irony of the NCAA’s stance on gambling, given the massive $4 billion expected to be wagered during March Madness.

We then shift our focus to Major League Baseball, where Rick emphasizes the importance of unique sponsorships and the competition between PolyMarket and Kalshi in the prediction market space. He notes the significant financial implications of these deals and the regulatory oversight from the CFTC.

Finally, we touch on the speculation surrounding Tom Brady’s potential return to football. Rick shares his thoughts on Brady’s comments about the NFL’s stance on player-owners and the implications for the sport, especially with flag football gaining traction as an Olympic event.

Navigating Economic Turbulence: The Impact of Rising Energy Prices on U.S. Consumers

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Navigating Economic Turbulence: The Impact of Rising Energy Prices on U.S. Consumers

Brian Jacobsen, Chief Economist at Annex Wealth Management, joins Remy Blaire to discuss the impact of the ongoing war in Iran, which is causing a surge in energy prices and affecting U.S. inflation forecasts. With the Dow, S&P, and Nasdaq all opening in negative territory, we explore the implications of rising long-term interest rates and the potential for a rate hike by the Federal Reserve.

Brian emphasizes that hiking rates in the current environment would be unwise, as historical data suggests that oil price shocks can have detrimental effects on the economy. We also examine how the U.S. economy is more insulated compared to other regions, like Asia and Europe, which are facing more severe policy responses, including oil rationing.

As we look ahead to April and the upcoming labor market report, we discuss consumer behavior in response to sustained high gasoline prices. Brian notes that it typically takes about three months for consumers to adjust their spending habits, which could pose a significant threat to economic growth.

Additionally, we touch on the rising borrowing costs, particularly the 30-year mortgage rates, and how these factors may lead to consumers feeling “tapped out.” With a significant portion of American household wealth tied to the stock market, the decline in valuations could further impact consumer spending.

How Stablecoins Are Bridging Traditional Finance and DeFi: Insights from Nicholas Cannon

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How Stablecoins Are Bridging Traditional Finance and DeFi: Insights from Nicholas Cannon

Nicholas Cannon, the Chief Business Officer at Gauntlet, joins Remy Blaire to discuss the evolving landscape of cryptocurrency, particularly focusing on the role of stablecoins and yield markets. We discuss how stablecoins are becoming a crucial bridge between traditional finance and decentralized finance (DeFi), enabling large allocators to access attractive yields and capital efficiency.

Nick highlights the current environment where the cost of capital is low, allowing for significant borrowing opportunities on-chain, which is particularly appealing for tokenizing real-world assets. We explore the importance of off-chain net interest margins (NIM) for stablecoin issuers and how, despite regulatory uncertainties, demand for stablecoins continues to grow.

We also delve into the emerging hybrid market structures that are bridging regulated yields with permissionless DeFi liquidity. Nick shares insights into Gauntlet’s journey from high-frequency trading to developing models and simulations on-chain, emphasizing the healthy demand for credit markets despite market fluctuations.

As we look to the future, we highlight the challenges institutions face regarding counterparty identification and compliance in a permissionless environment. Nick explains how advancements in modularity on-chain could facilitate compliance through cryptographic verification, paving the way for hybrid and fully permissioned models.

Finally, we touch on the trajectory of stablecoins, noting their significant role in powering remittances and payments, and the ongoing conversation around regulation in the U.S.

Sector Rotation Accelerates as Energy Gains and Tech Stocks Lose Momentum

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Sector Rotation Accelerates as Energy Gains and Tech Stocks Lose Momentum

Katie Stockton, Managing Partner at Fairlead Strategies, joins Remy Blaire to discuss the current state of the U.S. stock market, which is facing significant challenges. U.S. stock futures are in negative territory following a rough day for the S&P 500, which dropped 1.7%, marking its worst performance since January. This decline puts the index on track for its fifth consecutive week of losses, with the Nasdaq also falling into correction territory.

She highlights that the current downtrend is not just a temporary pullback but a more significant correction, affecting both short-term and intermediate-term indicators. Unfortunately, there are no signs of a reversal or oversold conditions that might suggest a near-term recovery.

We also discuss sector rotation, particularly the shift towards energy and defensive sectors as tech stocks lose their momentum. Katie notes that while the energy sector is showing strength, reminiscent of the bear market cycle in 2022, it offers investors opportunities for outperformance. She points out that this rotation could be a defensive strategy or signal a longer-term change in market leadership.

As we monitor energy prices, Katie explains the recent rally in crude oil, which has reversed its long-term downtrend. She emphasizes the importance of being cautious with short-term volatility in this sector, as prices are expected to experience fluctuations.

Finally, we touch on the U.S. 10-year Treasury yield, which is hovering around 4.48%. Katie indicates that the breakout above previous highs suggests a trend towards higher yields, which could impact the S&P 500’s outlook.

Global X Launches NYSX ETF: Targeting Innovation Across Sectors

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Global X Launches NYSX ETF: Targeting Innovation Across Sectors

In this episode, we sit down with Pedro Palandrani, Head of Product Research and Development at Global X ETFs, on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange to discuss the launch of the new NYSX ETF. Designed to track the top 100 tech and tech-enabled growth companies, the NYSX ETF provides investors with targeted exposure to innovation across multiple sectors, including technology, consumer discretionary, and communication services. Pedro highlights how the fund bridges a gap in the marketplace by offering access not just to well-known tech giants like Amazon and Google, but also to high-growth names such as Oracle, TSNC, and Palantir that are often underrepresented in traditional benchmarks.

Despite market volatility, Pedro emphasizes the long-term potential of the fund, allowing investors to capture structural and secular growth trends, including artificial intelligence, defense technology, and streaming platforms. With a partnership with the NYSE and ICE, NYSX aims to provide broad, multi-sector exposure to innovation while serving as a benchmark for investors seeking to invest in the future of growth companies.

Robinhood’s New Blockchain Move: Building the Future on Arbitrum

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Robinhood’s New Blockchain Move: Building the Future on Arbitrum

In this episode, we speak with A.J. Warner, Chief Strategy Officer at Offchain Labs, about the exciting developments powering Robinhood’s latest blockchain initiatives. Robinhood has launched its public testnet for the Robinhood Chain on Arbitrum, partnering with major players like Chainlink and Alchemy. Offchain Labs is providing the infrastructure, enabling Robinhood to build a chain designed for stock tokenization and other digital assets. AJ explains how this technology is transforming institutional blockchain infrastructure, making it easier for fintechs and financial firms to tokenize assets, provide global access to securities, and enable seamless borrowing and trading.

For users, the experience remains simple while unlocking powerful benefits behind the scenes, including instant settlement, 24/7 trading, and improved liquidity. Arbitrum, founded in Princeton in 2018, scales Ethereum to handle millions of daily transactions and billions of dollars in assets. AJ highlights how financial institutions are now customizing this technology to meet compliance, privacy, and business needs, building the foundation for a more efficient and accessible programmable economy.

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