I sat down with Talal Tabbaa, co-founder of CoinMENA, to unpack the latest in the crypto world. We dive into Bitcoin’s recent bull run and why ETFs are a game-changer for institutional adoption. Talal shares his take on altcoins, meme coins, and whether they’re worth the hype—or just a gamble. We also tackle the big question: is it too late to get into Bitcoin? Plus, we discuss how governments, particularly in the GCC, are positioning themselves in the crypto race. Whether you’re a skeptic or a believer, this episode offers insights you can’t afford to miss.

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Contents:

00:00:00 Episode trailer

00:01:02 Guest introduction: Talal Tabbaa

00:01:13 Bitcoin’s meteoric rise and market dynamics

00:02:08 Personal investment stories and strategies

00:04:27 Bitcoin’s institutional adoption

00:08:32 Bitcoin as a hedge against inflation

00:10:14 Crypto’s counterculture movement

00:14:03 Bitcoin’s supply and demand mechanics

00:22:48 Bitcoin’s role in the global financial system

00:33:37 Crypto adoption and future predictions

00:40:54 The slow bleed of inflation

00:41:27 Bitcoin as a store of value

00:42:22 Medium of exchange and unit of measure

00:44:03: Regulatory challenges and compliance

00:53:49: The rise of meme coins

00:55:06: Stablecoins and altcoins

01:07:04 Crypto regulations and market dynamics

01:10:47 Future of crypto in everyday transactions

01:13:51 Philosophical reflections on money

01:17:45 Final thoughts and advice