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Killer Whales: Markets – Volume 22

HELLO Labs rebrand, Eth birthday, and the NFT Resurgence

Episode 22 of Killer Whales: Markets covered the new HELLO Labs rebrand, along with crypto’s fast-moving trends across adoption, narrative shifts, and token strategies. Hosted by Nathan, Bunny, and Maurice, the discussion featured sharp takes on Hello Labs’ new structure, meme coin fatigue, institutional partnerships, and the return of NFT speculation.

🎧 Listen to the full episode on Spotify:
https://open.spotify.com/episode/26NXYG4sc8edjmKwicJMCG?si=K2sRkUXxS0CBjgKsTDKbJQ

Hello Labs Rebrands for Growth

The episode opened with a closer look at Hello Labs’ ongoing transformation. Nathan walked through the rollout of new verticals including Hello Media, Hello Growth, and Hello Protocol, all anchored through HELLO Club which acts as the ecosystem’s central platform for participation and rewards.

Maurice expanded on the bigger picture, explaining how the rebrand isn’t just cosmetic. It reflects a deeper integration between media, incubation, and token utility. From Killer Whales TV to real-time investment through HELLO Club, Hello Labs is building an entertainment-led flywheel that rewards both users and projects.

Meme Coin Volatility and Platform Pressure

Shifting to market sentiment, the panel discussed the decline of Pump Fun, which was recently overtaken in daily volume by newcomer Bank.Fan. Bunny noted how quickly meme-driven narratives can flip, while Maurice questioned whether platforms that rely solely on hype can sustain momentum without underlying liquidity tools or product depth.

The takeaway: meme coin seasons might come and go, but builders will need
more than virality to stay relevant in the next cycle.

Ethereum’s Birthday: 10 years old

Ethereum turned 10 years old the same day as this recording, and the team reflected on how it has evolved from ICO engine to a core infrastructure layer for Web3. Maurice framed it as a real "blue-chip" in the spac.. Nathan questioned whether Ethereum still holds the same cultural relevance it once did, especially with increasing competition from newer chains.

The consensus was cautious optimism. While Ethereum remains vital to DeFi and NFT infrastructure, the next chapter will require addressing scalability and narrative clarity.

TradFi Bridges Are Widening

The panel then shifted to Coinbase’s recent partnership with JPMorgan Chase, which now allows users to link their Chase credit cards and earn rewards in USDC. Bunny saw it as a signal of growing comfort between traditional finance and crypto.

Privacy concerns were raised, with Nathan noting the move could help onboard new users and create a more seamless experience between fiat and crypto. As more partnerships like this emerge, adoption no longer depends
solely on decentralized purism, it can also ride on user experience and trust.

NFTs and the Metaverse Heat Up

NFTs made a surprise comeback in this week’s conversation. Crypto Punks saw renewed price action, and Moonbirds attracted headlines after being acquired, prompting speculation of another NFT cycle. Bunny brought up the Bored Ape Clubhouse event on Friday, Aug 1, the importance of proximity in the metaverse in general, specifically how OtherSide plots closer to the clubhouse may command higher premiums.

Bunny spotlighted a few under-the-radar collections like Red Guy and Naka Migos, noting that the floor prices still leave room for upside if the NFT space picks up broader momentum again.

Session Breakdown

02:31 — Nathan opens the session
04:22 — Maurice previews Hello Labs announcements
05:10 — Nathan explains Hello Labs’ new verticals
08:28 — Pump Fun loses steam
10:13 — Platform sustainability and meme coin risks
14:12 — Reflections on Ethereum’s 10-year milestone
19:23 — Coinbase and Chase partnership explored
25:09 — Concerns about privacy vs ease of access
32:12 — NFT collections and renewed speculation
49:34 — Land valuation in the metaverse
54:13 — Weekly predictions from Maurice, Bunny, and Nathan
01:02:31 — Wrap-up and stream reminders

Episode 22 underscored how fast momentum shifts in crypto. Whether it’s platform dominance, narrative relevance, or market speculation, adaptability remains key. With Hello Labs building a unified experience across media, trading, and incubation, the groundwork is set for a very different kind of cycle.

🎧 Listen now on Spotify:
https://open.spotify.com/episode/26NXYG4sc8edjmKwicJMCG?si=K2sRkUXxS0CBjgKsTDKbJQ

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