This week, crypto prices are static, unlike a particular valuation and Alex is still mad about SPACs. Here's the rundown:

• Stocks around the world are happy that America is once again going to avoid a default; congrats, United States.
• At the same time, the crypto market is a bit boring right now, due in large part to muted trading volumes as the crypto winter tests new low temperatures.
• No one knows what Byju's is worth, but Blackrock is marking its price in one consistent direction.
• Serve Robotics is having a good run as a startup, partnering up with its prior parent company.
• The WSJ has some great data on SPACs that drove us nuts.

Whew. What a way to start the week! We are back tomorrow!

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