In this episode, we discuss Bitcoin’s underperformance relative to equities and select crypto assets, the rise of Hyperliquid amid strong ETF and institutional flows, Morpho’s new fixed-rate lending initiative and valuation debate, evolving dynamics in DeFi lending markets, and Ethena’s shifting yield strategy, reserve allocation, and diversification efforts.
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Timestamps:

(0:00) Introduction

(1:34) Bitcoin Lags Equities

(4:14) Don’t Hide in BTC?

(7:47) Hyperliquid’s Flow Story

(16:02) Morpho’s Fixed-Rate Bet

(24:33) Morpho’s Valuation Problem

(33:49) Ethena Becomes Asset Manager

(43:53) Can Ethena Diversify?

(48:10) Analyst of the Week

(48:51) Closing Comments

Resources:

Sam Schubert - Solana Spreads: The Black Hole Begins

https://x.com/minnus/status/2059730629319680352?s=20

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