Join Ryan Fields-Spack and Trent Cleveland on the Dad Ledger podcast as they dive into the latest crypto news, security tips, and personal dad wins! From the shocking $3 million XRP heist involving Brandon LaRock to Ripple's billion-dollar acquisition of GTreasury, we cover hot vs. cold wallet security, quantum computing risks, institutional custody options like Anchorage Digital and Jake Claver's Digital Wealth Partners, Evernorth's massive XRP treasury build, SBI Holdings' role in crypto adoption, Polymarket odds on the US government shutdown, and heartfelt parenting advice on raising strong daughters with faith and intention. Plus, real-talk on exchanges like Robinhood, Kraken, and Uphold, crypto IRAs via iTrustCapital, and why not your keys, not your crypto is crucial for long-term holders.Chapters:00:00 - Intro: Crypto Heist, GTreasury, Polymarket Odds & Dad Updates00:29 - Trent's Daughter's Wedding & Family Trips (RV Share Experience)02:16 - $3M XRP Heist Breakdown: Brandon LaRock's Story & Cyber Skrilla Explainer09:27 - Dangers of Crypto Exchanges & Not Your Keys, Not Your Crypto14:53 - Cold Wallets 101: Ledger, Tangem, D'Cent & Security Best Practices16:08 - Hot Wallets Risks, Seed Phrases & Quantum Computing Threats19:23 - Institutional Custody: Anchorage Digital Review20:19 - Jake Claver's Digital Wealth Partners: Hedge Funds, Yields & Insurance25:07 - Securitize Integration, Limit Orders & Crypto IRA Options (iTrustCapital)30:35 - Ripple Acquires GTreasury for $1B: Clarity Act Ties & Utility32:18 - Evernorth's World's Largest XRP Treasury: Chris Larsen Funding & David Schwartz Advisory35:36 - SBI Holdings Backing: Japanese eSports Salaries in XRP (2020 Case Study)38:30 - Polymarket Bets on Government Shutdown: Odds, Conspiracies & Market Impact42:47 - Dad Wins: Raising Daughters with Faith, Dating Them & Bike Riding Persistence47:29 - Prayer of Jabez & Closing ThoughtsLinks Mentioned:RV Share for Family Trips: https://www.rvshare.comCyber Skrilla's Heist Explainer (YouTube): Search "Cyber Skrilla XRP Heist" on YouTubeCold Wallets: Ledger (https://www.ledger.com), Tangem (https://tangem.com), D'Cent (https://dcentwallet.com)Exchanges: Robinhood (https://robinhood.com), Kraken (https://www.kraken.com), Uphold (https://uphold.com)Anchorage Digital Custody: https://www.anchorage.comDigital Wealth Partners (Jake Claver): https://www.digitalwealthpartners.comiTrustCapital Crypto IRA: https://www.itrustcapital.comGTreasury: https://www.gtreasury.comEvernorth XRP Treasury: Search "Evernorth XRP" for latest updates (Ripple-related project)SBI Holdings: https://www.sbigroup.co.jp/english/Polymarket Government Shutdown Odds: https://polymarket.com/event/will-us-government-shutdown-extend-past-novemberDavid Schwartz (Ripple CTO) on Quantum Computing: Follow @JoelKatz on XThis is not financial advice. All discussions are for educational purposes only. Consult a professional advisor before making any investment decisions. Crypto involves risks, including loss of principal. #XRPSecurity #CryptoHeist #ColdWallets #RippleAcquisitions #GTreasury #Evernorth #AnchorageDigital #JakeClaver #Polymarket #GovernmentShutdown #DadAdvice #FaithAndFamily #XRPNews #CryptoIRA #QuantumComputingRisks

Ryan from The Dad Ledger breaks down the recent crypto flash crash in this solo episode, sharing four key lessons for dads navigating the market. From avoiding leverage to staying patient, keeping cash ready, and doing solid research, Ryan explains how he managed his holdings in XRP, Chainlink, ADA, ETH, and Pingu during the dip. He also touches on Alex Becker’s crash analysis and shares plans for a family RV trip. This is not financial advice—just real talk for dads interested in crypto. Share your thoughts in the comments!

Join us on Dad Ledger for an unfiltered discussion on the financial revolution unfolding right now! In this episode, three dads break down gold smashing through $4,000 per ounce for the first time ever amid economic shifts and a weakening dollar. We dive into Bitcoin's all-time high surge above $126,000, with current trading around $121,000-$122,000, and what it signals for crypto's future. Plus, we revisit the anticipated IPO of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac—potentially the largest in history at $500 billion—exploring how it could transform homeownership, boost household formation, and recapitalize millennials and Gen-Z amid housing challenges.We also cover the ongoing government shutdown's potential long-term impacts, including agency restructurings and signals for global finance. Hear about the NYSE owner's (Intercontinental Exchange) massive $2 billion stake in Polymarket, valuing the prediction market platform at $8-9 billion. The EU's proposed sanctions on the ruble-backed stablecoin A7A5 to curb Russian crypto flows. And a spotlight on Constellation Network's new Digital Evidence Builder Program, enabling immutable data verification with DoD-vetted tech—perfect for proving IP ownership on-chain.From real estate tokenization and housing market corrections to personal stories of using crypto for cross-border payments, this episode is packed with insights on precious metals, blockchain utility, decentralized finance, and building generational wealth. Not financial advice—just real talk from dads navigating the future of money.🕒 CHAPTERS:00:00 - Intro & Personal Updates: Wedding prep, church vibes, and life wins02:29 - Crypto 101 Guide: Free download for beginners03:05 - Crypto Market Overview: BTC pullback, altcoin runs, and weekly gains04:27 - Gold Surge: Hitting $4K, historical parallels, and future predictions09:00 - Silver & Metals: Outperforming gold, bi-metallic standards with Bitcoin12:10 - Government Shutdown: Implications for agencies, furloughs, and restructuring16:39 - Project 2025 & Trump Trolls: Agency cuts and making America great17:45 - Fannie & Freddie IPO: Relisting, recapitalization, and housing game-changer21:10 - Housing Market Outlook: Corrections, buyer windows, and tokenization23:50 - Constellation's Real Ledger: Preventing fraud in real estate26:36 - Real Estate Corrections: Price pulls, wage inflation, and asset gaps31:18 - Millennial/Gen-Z Housing: Challenges and potential relief33:34 - Personal Crypto Story: Changing lives with USDC in Bangladesh38:16 - Polymarket Investment: NYSE owner's $2B stake39:28 - EU Sanctions: Targeting ruble stablecoin A7A542:52 - Constellation Digital Evidence Builder: Immutable IP protection44:54 - Family Wins: Camping, weddings, and bedtime giggles47:23 - Closing Prayer: Faith, family, and expansion🔗 KEY LINKS MENTIONED:Crypto 101 Guide (Free Download): https://dadledger.com/cryptoConstellation Network Digital Evidence Builder Program: https://constellationnetwork.io/digital-evidence-builder-program/Constellation Digital Evidence Product: https://constellationnetwork.io/digital-evidence/Real Ledger (Constellation's Real Estate Ledger): https://realledger.ioPolymarket: https://polymarket.comProject 2025: https://www.project2025.org/Fannie Mae: https://www.fanniemae.com/Freddie Mac: https://www.freddiemac.com/If you're a dad building wealth, stacking sats, or eyeing real assets, this is for you! Hit like if you're bullish on gold/BTC, subscribe for weekly episodes, and comment your thoughts on the Fannie/Freddie IPO below. What's your biggest win this week?#GoldPrice #BitcoinATH #FannieMae #FreddieMacIPO #HousingMarket2025 #CryptoNews #Blockchain #GovernmentShutdown #Polymarket #ConstellationNetwork #DigitalEvidence #RealEstateTokenization #DecentralizedFinance #Millennials #GenZ #PreciousMetals #SilverPrice #Stablecoins #EUSanctions #DadLedger #Investing #WealthBuilding #familyfinance Not financial Advice! Do your Own Research