This week, we discuss whether we’re in a bull or bear market, Circle preparing for an IPO, and Fidelity giving the green light to crypto retirement investments. We also delve into GameStop buying Bitcoin, Eric Trump launching his American Bitcoin mining business, and more. Enjoy! — Follow Austin: https://x.com/KeepM3Weird Follow Nolan: https://x.com/countbtc Follow Rizzo: https://x.com/pete_rizzo_ Follow Supply Shock: https://twitter.com/SupplyShockBW Follow Blockworks: https://twitter.com/Blockworks_ Join Supply Shock Telegram: https://t.me/+SpmLg6P_QcgxNDcx Supply Shock Newsletter: https://blockworks.co/newsletter/supplyshock — Join us at Permissionless IV June 24th - 26th. Use code SUPPLY10 for 10% OFF! https://blockworks.co/event/permissionless-iv — Bitcoin DeFi is here. Stake, bridge, swap and earn real yield on Core - Bitcoin’s consumer chain and staking layer. Join Ignition and get onchain: ignition.coredao.org/blockworks Stake your Bitcoin with Core: stake.coredao.org/blockworks Ledger, the global leader in digital asset security, proudly sponsors Supply Shock. As Bitcoin adoption grows, Ledger celebrates 10 years of securing over 20% of the world’s crypto. Buy a LEDGER™ device now for true self-custody and peace of mind in securing your Bitcoin. Devices are also available in Bitcoin orange. For every device ordered in BTC Orange, we’ll donate $5 to brink.dev. Buy now at Ledger.com. Need liquidity without selling your Bitcoin? For 6+ years, Ledn has been the trusted choice for Bitcoin-backed lending. With transparency, security, and trust at our core, we help you access your BTC’s wealth while HODLing. Discover what your Bitcoin can do at ledn.io/borrowing. — Timestamps: (00:00) Introduction (00:49) Bull vs Bear Market Debate (06:56) GameStop and Companies Buying Bitcoin (09:50) Bitcoin as a Store of Value (13:51) Space Adventures of Bitcoin Pioneers (14:10) Ads (Core, Ledger, Ledn) (15:43) Space Adventures of Bitcoin Pioneers (Con't) (21:07) Upcoming Circle IPO (24:21) Stablecoins Akin to the Printer? (27:41) Stablecoins & Geopolitical Implications (35:09) Ads (Core, Ledger, Ledn) (37:14) Bitcoin in Retirement Accounts: A Bullish Move? (41:36) The De-Banking Phenomenon and Its Impact (48:26) The Future of Bitcoin Mining in the US (53:23) Final Thoughts — Disclaimer: Nothing discussed on Supply Shock should be considered as investment advice. Please always do your own research & speak to a financial advisor before thinking about, thinking about putting your money into these crazy markets.