In this episode of The Dad Ledger Podcast, hosts Ryan Fields-Spack, Timo Prietto, and Trent Cleveland dive deep into the latest crypto and economic shakes-ups while sharing dad life wins. From Trump's groundbreaking Nvidia tariff deal sparking a US-China trade war, to Ether ETF outflows hitting $465M amid skyrocketing prices, SEC's game-changing liquid staking rules, Layer 2 token rallies, and wild Cardano predictions reaching $800—we unpack it all for dads building generational wealth. Not financial advice—just real talk after the kids are in bed. Buckle up!If you're into crypto investing, DeFi, utility tokens, Bitcoin dominance, alt season, or economic warfare via tariffs, hit that like button, subscribe for weekly episodes, and drop your questions in the comments. We're here to change family trees together!Timestamps/Chapters:00:00 - Intro & Dad Life Chit-Chat (Sick Kids, Hangovers, and Family Naps)00:49 - Trent's Rough Week Recovery02:11 - Trump's Nvidia Tariff: 15% on H20 Chips & US-China Trade War Implications05:07 - Nvidia's Market Dominance (8% of Stock Market at $4.7T)07:40 - US Surplus, Reduced Gov Spending, and Tariff Revenue ($400B+ Collected)10:58 - Ether ETF Outflows ($465M), ETH Price Surge, and Bitcoin Dominance14:00 - SEC Liquid Staking Win: Rewards Not Securities + Layer 2 Token Rally (6.15% Avg)17:59 - Layer Zero Interoperability Explained: Connecting Chains Like Internet Protocols20:16 - DeFi vs. TradFi: Faster Transfers, No Middlemen (XRP, Flare Bridges)24:09 - What is Staking/Delegating? Real-World Breakdown (Constellation, Flare Examples)27:02 - Providing Liquidity on AMMs: Becoming a Payment Processor (8-15% APY on XRP/Flare Pairs)29:03 - Paradigm Shift: From Fiat Cycles to Digital Assets & Stablecoins33:19 - Top Utility Tokens to Research (Entertainment Only): Flare, XDC, Constellation (DAG), XRP, Hedera, Cardano, Bitcoin38:56 - Advice: Focus on Real Use Cases, Avoid Hype (NFTs/Memes), Key Influencers to Follow41:49 - Trust Your Gut: Utility Tokens for Everyday Commerce (Smart Contracts, Escrow)46:13 - Cardano to $800? Co-Founder's Bitcoin DeFi Integration Prediction48:43 - Weekly Wins: Dropping Kids at College, Teaching Reading, Overcoming Dyslexia52:58 - Closing Prayer & OutroCrypto Projects & Tokens:Nvidia (Tariff News): Official Site | Recent Tariff Article: Bloomberg CoverageEthereum (ETH ETF Outflows): Official Site | ETF Outflow News: CoinDesk ArticleSEC Liquid Staking Guidance: SEC Official ReleaseCardano (ADA to $800 Prediction): Official Site | Co-Founder Interview: YouTube ClipConstellation (DAG): Official Site | Foot Traffic Mining Program: Dor Traffic MinerFlare Network: Official Site | Airdrop Incentives: Flare Drops InfoXRP (Ripple): Official Site | Automatic Market Maker (AMM): Ripple AMM ExplainerXDC Network: Official Site | Trade Finance Focus: XDC WhitepaperHedera (HBAR): Official Site – Mentioned as "Federa" for smart contracts.Influencers & Podcasts:Kevin Cage: Twitter/X – https://x.com/kevincage_Blockchain Backer: https://www.youtube.com/c/BlockchainBacker#CryptoNews #DadPodcast #TrumpTariffs #NvidiaAI #EtherETF #DeFiStaking #Layer2Tokens #Cardano800 #UtilityTokens #BitcoinDominance #AltSeason #GenerationalWealth #DadLifeDisclaimer: This is for entertainment and educational purposes only. Not financial advice—DYOR and consult professionals. Markets are volatile!

In this episode of The DadLedger, we dive deep into the massive news: The SEC has officially dropped its appeal against Ripple Labs! No more legal hurdles for XRP – it's cleared as a non-security, opening doors for global liquidity, stablecoins, and revolutionary cross-border payments. We break down the entire Ripple vs. SEC case, share Brad Garlinghouse's firsthand story on the SEC's overreach under Gary Gensler and the Biden administration, and explore why this is a game-changer for dads looking to jump into Web3, grow your family tree, and create side hustles outside your W2 job.Plus, we cover President Trump's new executive order on alternative assets in 401ks – paving the way for crypto in retirement accounts like Fidelity and Schwab. Get ready for spot ETFs on Bitcoin, Ethereum, XRP, Solana, and more! This isn't financial advice – just educational entertainment to help dads leverage blockchain, AI, and crypto for family success.If you're a dad exploring Web3 opportunities, stablecoin innovations, or building a crypto side hustle, this video is for you. Subscribe to The DadLedger for weekly talks on crypto, Web3, family wealth-building, and more!📌 Chapters:00:00 - Intro: SEC Drops Ripple Appeal – A Win for Crypto!01:00 - Ripple Case Breakdown: What Happened & Brad Garlinghouse's Story03:30 - Why XRP is the Future of Global Liquidity & Stablecoins06:00 - Trump's Executive Order: Crypto in 401ks & Retirement Funds08:30 - The Web3 Revolution for Dads – Side Hustles & Family Growth10:00 - Closing Thoughts: Join the DadLedger Tribe!#Ripple #XRP #SECDropsAppeal #BradGarlinghouse #Web3 #CryptoForDads #Stablecoins #CryptoETFs #TrumpExecutiveOrder #SideHustle #FamilyWealth #Blockchain #GaryGensler #RippleLabs #XRPNews #Crypto2025Disclaimer: Nothing discussed in this content is intended to be financial advice. This is provided for educational and entertainment purposes only. Always consult with a qualified financial advisor before making any investment decisions.

Dive into Fed interest rates, jobs report revisions, crypto trends like Bitcoin vs Ethereum, Ray Dalio's economic forces, Japan carry trade unwind, and dad life balance in this Dad Ledger episode! #Economy #FedRates #Crypto #Bitcoin #Ethereum #RayDalio #DadLife #InvestingIn this lively Dad Ledger interview, hosts Ryan Fields-Spack and Timo Prietto unpack the latest economic headlines while sharing real dad experiences. From the Fed's decision to hold rates steady amid weak jobs data and revisions, to debates on rate cuts, government stats trust, and the potential market shakeup from Japan's reverse carry trade. We dive into crypto's role in the future economy, tokenization by 2030, balancing W-2 jobs with family time, and long-term investing mindsets. Trent was geared up to join but got hit with food poisoning right before – classic dad chaos! Whether you're navigating markets, building wealth for your kids, or just dragging through summer with the family, this episode is for you. Not financial advice – just dads shooting the breeze for entertainment and education.Chapters:00:00 - Intro & Dad Life Summer Vibes00:43 - Weekly Updates: Pool Time, Sprinklers & Tech Setup Fails01:36 - Trent's Food Poisoning Story & Dad Ledger Mission02:42 - Fed Rates Unchanged & Jobs Data Breakdown04:44 - Rate Cuts: Pros, Cons & Market Overheating05:42 - Crypto Fundamentals, Meme Coins & Collateral Assets06:40 - Trump Fires BLS Commissioner – Trust in Stats?08:28 - Birth-Death Model: Lies, Darn Lies & Statistics10:08 - Japan Reverse Carry Trade & Domino Effects11:09 - Carry Trade Explained for Everyday Investors14:44 - Buffett Indicator: Are We in Bubble Territory?14:50 - Scott Bessent on Rates & Treasury Auctions16:19 - Growing Out of Debt & Economic Restructuring18:00 - Unfunded Liabilities: $120T Anchor on Our Future20:32 - Web3 Tokenization & Blockchain Commerce by 203021:54 - Ray Dalio's Top 5 Forces Shaping the Economy23:47 - The Fourth Turning: Cycles, History & Tug-of-War26:24 - Balancing Work, Podcasts & Pool Time with Kids27:06 - Family First: Why We Work & What Really Matters29:00 - Infinite Banking, Life Insurance & Future-Proofing31:30 - Spotting Breadcrumbs for a Changing World32:47 - Get a Balanced Info Diet: Challenge the Algorithms33:49 - Weekly Wins: Kid Honesty & Bike Riding Milestones35:24 - Sibling Support: Big Bro Saves the Day36:50 - Closing Prayer & Blessings for the DadsLinks Mentioned:-Ray Dalio's interview on Modern Wisdom with Chris Williamson: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Tr0F-EQRm5o-Ray Dalio's books and principles: https://www.principles.com/-Andre Jikh's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGy7SkBjcIAgTiwkXEtPnYg-Jake Claver (Beyond Broke) on X: https://x.com/beyond_broke-Scott Bessent info: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Scott_Bessent-Raoul Pal on When Shift Happens Podcast (How to Make it in Crypto in 2025): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O59gLZZUQcg-When Shift Happens Podcast channel: https://www.youtube.com/@when-shift-happens-The Fourth Turning book:https://amzn.to/45CPqHd-Modern Wisdom Podcast with Chris Williamson: https://chriswillx.com/podcast/-News on Trump firing BLS commissioner: https://www.cnbc.com/2025/08/01/trump-erika-mcentarfer-jobs-report-fired.htmlIf you're a dad hustling through life, economy, and family – hit like, subscribe, and drop a comment with your biggest takeaway or win this week. Join us next time on Dad Ledger! 🚀

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