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Episode 43: Genius Act, Stablecoins & Bitcoin: A New Era Begins
Episode 43: Genius Act, Stablecoins & Bitcoin: A New Era Begins
This month, the Cantilever team tackles the macro forces shaping Bitcoin’s trajectory—starting with the newly passed GENIUS Act, which legalizes regulated stablecoin issuance backed by U.S. Treasuries. Brendan and Jon break down how this law is more than crypto-friendly—it’s geopolitically strategic. We also explore: Why stablecoins are superior payment technology and a “Trojan horse” for dollar dominanceThe symbiotic relationship between stablecoin growth and Bitcoin demandHow ETFs, in-kind ...