US–China Tensions + Why OpenSea Rewards Missed Expectations

Markets opened the week under pressure as renewed U.S.–China trade friction and global risk-off sentiment dragged prices lower. Political uncertainty and tightening liquidity have shaken investor confidence, leaving traders on edge. Conversation then turned to OpenSea’s new loyalty program, which sparked debate over whether it truly rewards long-term users or simply created confusion around “plus EV” expectations. The hosts cautioned against farming behaviors, encouraging organic participation instead, and closed with how quickly one headline could still flip crypto’s mood overnight. Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@coffeewithcaptainshow Follow us on the X app:Captain Zwingli: https://x.com/ChrisJourdanSteve: https://x.com/SteveKBarkdGen Network: https://x.com/dGenNetwork This podcast is for entertainment purposes only. None of the information shared on this podcast is meant to be taken as financial advice. Chris, Steve and guest speakers may hold tokens discussed Check Out: The Everything Token: A Book on Web3 and NFTs Newsletter: CwC Weekly ENS: Ethereum Naming Service