Ep. 664 The Future of Crypto ETFs & Top Predictions for the Rest of the Year with Bitwise's Matt Hougan
In this episode of the Crypto 101 podcast, hosts Bryce and Brendan welcome Matt Hougan, CIO of Bitwise, to discuss the latest developments in the cryptocurrency market. They explore the positive news surrounding Bitcoin's acceptance as collateral in the mortgage industry, the implications of the Department of Labor's relaxed guidance on crypto in 401K plans, and the growing interest from institutional investors. Matt shares insights on Bitwise's product innovations, the role of ETFs in the crypto space, and the increasing engagement with wealth managers. The conversation also touches on the future of Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs, the importance of diversified crypto exposure, and the evolving relationship between Wall Street and the crypto market. The episode concludes with a lightning round of predictions and insights from Matt, highlighting the transformative potential of crypto in the financial landscape.Chapters00:00 Introduction to the Crypto Landscape01:34 The Impact of Regulatory Changes on Crypto03:26 The Role of 401(k) in Crypto Adoption07:10 Bitwise's Product Innovations and Market Education09:58 The Future of Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs18:56 Staking ETFs and Regulatory Challenges21:27 The Potential for Altcoin ETFs31:41 Maximizing Returns with Crypto Integration34:46 Predictions for Bitcoin and Crypto Market Trends39:11 The Future of Crypto IPOs and Market Dynamics42:39 The Impact of Stablecoins on the Crypto Market46:20 Tokenized Real World Assets and the Future of FinanceCheck out Gemini Exchange: https://gemini.com/cardCheck out Plus500: https://plus500.comGet immediate access to my entire crypto portfolio for just $1.00 today! https://www.cryptorevolution.com/cryptnation-directGet your FREE copy of "Crypto Revolution" and start making big profits from buying, selling, and trading cryptocurrency today: https://www.cryptorevolution.com/freeMERCH STOREhttps://cryptorevolutionmerch.com/Subscribe to YouTube for Exclusive Content:https://www.youtube.com/@crypto101podcastFollow us on social media for leading-edge crypto updates and trade alerts:https://twitter.com/Crypto101Podhttps://instagram.com/crypto_101Guest Link:https://x.com/matt_hougan?lang=enhttps://x.com/BitwiseInvest*This is NOT financial, tax, or legal advice*Boardwalk Flock LLC. All Rights Reserved 2025. ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬Fog by DIZARO https://soundcloud.com/dizarofrCreative Commons — Attribution-NoDerivs 3.0 Unported — CC BY-ND 3.0 Free Download / Stream: http://bit.ly/Fog-DIZAROMusic promoted by Audio Library https://youtu.be/lAfbjt_rmE8▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬Our Sponsors:* Check out Gemini Exchange: https://gemini.com/card* Check out Plus500: https://plus500.com* Check out Plus500: https://plus500.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Bryce Paul, acclaimed author of 'Crypto Revolution'—with over 100,000 copies sold and a foreword by ABC Shark Tank's Kevin Harrington—teams up with Brendan Viehman on this podcast. Viehman, a crypto seer since 2012, has accurately pinpointed major market shifts, secured major returns on Ethereum, Cardano, and Chainlink, and is recognized as a top 15 crypto YouTuber by Coin Bureau. Together, they cater to a community of hundreds of thousands of retail investors, aiming to bring the world's leading crypto experts to their listeners. The podcast's mission: to equip these retail investors with the insights they need for massive crypto success!