Privacy Coins Are Back, Bitcoin Is Lagging & Stablecoins Turn Political

About this episode

Privacy is back in the spotlight — and not by accident.


In this episode of Token Narratives, we break down why privacy coins like Monero and Zcash are surging, why Bitcoin is lagging despite broader market strength, and how censorship resistance is re-entering the macro conversation.


We also dig into the political implications of stablecoins, surveillance, and why governments may be losing control of money faster than most people realize.


Episode 87 of Token Narratives


00:00 Introduction and Market Overview

10:08 The Privacy Narrative and Its Implications

24:51 Stablecoins as Geopolitical Tools

43:03 Conclusion and Future Topics

Hosted by Bitcoin.com News Media

Jan 16, 2026

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