Welcome to the second episode of the Verified Podcast by Bitcoin Suisse. This time, we are joined by Matt Hougan, Chief Investment Officer at Bitwise. Matt leads the charge at Bitwise, a company at the forefront of managing cryptocurrency assets. With a rich background of 15 years in finance, particularly in ETFs, Matt brings a wealth of knowledge about both traditional finance and the cryptocurrency markets.

In our discussion, we delve into the rapid growth of Bitcoin ETFs and the bright prospects for digital assets in the institutional arena. Matt highlights the similarities between the early challenges faced by ETFs and cryptocurrencies, noting how both have significantly influenced the finance sector despite initial skepticism.

We also explore the success of BTC Spot ETFs, the growing interest in Ethereum ETFs, and the implications of institutional investments in the cryptocurrency market. Matt predicts ‘The Everything Season’, driven by new investments from institutional players and the existing wealth within the crypto community.

Furthermore, we touch on the latest Ethereum upgrade, the concept of decentralized physical infrastructure (DePIN), Matt's predictions for Bitcoin's price and the adoption of crypto-native applications.

Tune in to gain valuable insights into the future of finance and cryptocurrencies from one of the industry's leading experts.