Bitcoin has surged roughly 25% over the past month, raising questions about whether crypto is finally beginning to decouple from the Nasdaq and the broader AI-driven market rally. Austin King, CEO of Nomina, joins J.D. Durkin to break down the latest price action and explain why he believes attention could be shifting back toward digital assets.
King also highlights Hyperliquid as one of the most interesting developments in crypto, particularly as tokenization and real-world assets gain momentum. He explains how blockchain-based markets are creating new ways for people around the world to access and trade assets, including oil futures, with activity surging during periods of major geopolitical uncertainty.
The conversation also looks at the outlook for U.S. crypto regulation, including the CLARITY Act, the GENIUS Act and the SEC’s evolving approach to digital assets. King argues that while regulation is taking longer than many expected, the industry is moving deeper into the details that could ultimately shape its future.
Finally, King points to emerging crypto applications that investors may be overlooking as AI dominates market attention. From new trading platforms to rapidly growing crypto businesses, he believes some of the most important developments in the sector are happening away from the headlines. Watch the full conversation with Austin King for his take on where crypto could be heading next.