January 21, 2025
Membrane Team
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In the latest episode of BRANESTORM, host Craig Birchall, CFA, talks about the future of crypto with Alex Thorn, Managing Director and Head of Firmwide Research at Galaxy. The conversation spans key topics like regulatory shifts, the resurgence of crypto lending, and Bitcoin mining’s surprising connection to AI.
Thorn provides insights into the evolving regulatory landscape, including potential leadership changes at the SEC and the need for innovation-friendly policies to unlock the next wave of growth for digital assets. Thorn traced its dramatic collapse in 2022 on crypto lending and highlighted the ongoing recovery driven by institutional interest and decentralized finance (DeFi) innovations.
The discussion also explored the role of Bitcoin mining in AI, with Thorn explaining how miners’ energy resources and infrastructure could support high-performance computing. This episode, which combines forward-looking analysis with real-world examples, is a must-watch for anyone navigating the digital asset space.
🎧 Watch the full episode on BRANESTORM by Membrane Lab’s YouTube Channel and discover how Membrane Labs and Galaxy are shaping the future of finance.
