Best Dan Smith | Blockworks Podcasts (2024)

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A New Era: Trump’s Impact on Crypto and Innovation in the U.S. 1:14:19

23m ago1:14:19

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In this episode, the Roundup crew covers a wild week in crypto and politics. They discuss the assassination attempt on Donald Trump, and how economic policy might look with JD Vance as the Vice President. Additionally, they speculate on whether or not Biden will drop out of the presidential race, and talk about the Fed’s approach to monetary policy…

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Crypto’s Identity Crisis: Investing in a Better Tomorrow | Matti & Rapolas 1:13:59

18m ago1:13:59

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In this episode, we’re joined by Matti and Rapolas from Zee Prime Capital to discuss the evolution of SocialFi, the current state of the crypto markets, and some of the innovative projects they are backing. They dive into the importance of adaptability in venture markets, how culture arises onchain, and explore crypto’s identity crisis. Finally, th…

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Are There Too Many Liquid Staking Tokens? | Analyst Round Table 52:35

1h ago52:35

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In this episode, Blockworks Research analysts discuss Trump’s potential impact on the crypto markets, single asset vs bundled spot ETFs, and recent developments in the Hyperliquid ecosystem. Additionally, they explore the role of Maker in the DeFi space and its business fundamentals. Finally, they dive into the significance of LSTs in the market to…

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EthCC Campside Chat: Protocols, Ecosystems, Community & Tokens | Vitalik Buterin & Christopher Goes 1:08:09

6h ago1:08:09

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In this special episode, Vitalik Buterin and Christopher Goes joined us live from the Intents Discussions conference during EthCC 2024! Key highlights from this campside chat include: Vitalik’s reflections on crypto’s journey thus far and his insights on Ethereum’s inception, unbundling blockchain components, and competing with centralized protocol…

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Inside the Future of Cosmos and Appchains| Jehan Tremback 1:01:34

2d ago1:01:34

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In this episode, Boccaccio and EffortCapital are joined by Jehan from Informal Systems. They dive into the unique aspects of Cosmos, including its history, and the evolution of its ecosystem. They also discuss the pros and cons of appchains versus rollups, and the work being done to improve the appchain deployment process. Finally, Jehan shares his…

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Are New Tokens Always Better? | Analyst Round Table 1:02:01

3d ago1:02:01

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In this episode, Blockworks Research analysts discuss recent market movements, the AI x Crypto crossover, and the problem with narrative trading. The conversation also covers Germany’s Bitcoin sales, Mt. Gox distributions, and the implications of FTX repayments. Finally, they speculate on whether or not Blast has been left for dead. Thanks for tuni…

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Proof-of-PR Season 2 Episode 10: Asylum Venture’s John Wu on Harnessing the Power of Crypto Twitter (X) 38:03

4d ago38:03

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Welcome back to season 2 of Proof-of-PR, your passport into the world of Public Relations for Bitcoin and Web3. Asylum Ventures Investor Jon Wu joins Melrose PR CEO Kelley Weaver this week to discuss all things investing, marketing, and thought leadership on X! They cover how to shift your marketing strategies as market sentiment changes, the impor…

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A Fresh Take on Shared Security | S8 E7 | Misha Putiatin 1:19:47

4d ago1:19:47

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In this episode, Misha, CEO and Co-founder of Symbiotic, delves into the history and evolution of shared security. He discusses shared security’s various implementations over the years, and highlights Symbiotic's vision for the future. The conversation also touches on Symbiotic’s protocol design choices, offering a fresh perspective on shared secur…

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A New Era for U.S. Regulations | Roundup 1:07:50

8d ago1:07:50

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In this episode, the Roundup crew discusses the aftermath of the Presidential Debate, and a Trump victory’s potential impact on the markets. Additionally, they dive into what the Chevron Doctrine was, and what the implications of its overruling are. Finally, they provide their views on current sentiment within the crypto markets, and how fresh capi…

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Eclipse and the Next Generation of Rollups | Terry & Ren 49:57

8d ago49:57

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In this episode, Terry and Ren from Eclipse joined us to discuss how they are building Ethereum’s first SVM L2. We covered why they chose to bring the SVM to Ethereum, design decisions made along the way, and how they plan to onboard developers. Finally, we dive into sequencer design, and the future of rollups. Thanks for tuning in! As always, reme…

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Crypto Today: ETFs, NFTs, and Mid Cycle Valuations | Analyst Round Table 1:02:31

10d ago1:02:31

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In this episode, the Blockworks Research Team covers the potential impact of the upcoming Ethereum ETFs, the likelihood of a Solana ETF getting approved, and how the NFT meta has evolved. Additionally, they dive into the bull and bear cases for Celestia going forward. Finally, they discuss the recent Blockworks Research report on TON. Thanks for tu…

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Ethereum’s Path Forward: Aligning Security and Monetary Policy | S8 E6 | Hasu & Justin Drake 1:31:19

11d ago1:31:19

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In this episode, Hasu and Justin Drake joined us to discuss restaking, preconfs, Minimum Viable Issuance, and the future of Ethereum. We dive into the effects Ethereum monetary policy has on the validator set, the current market for restaking, and our thoughts on attester-proposer separation and proposer-builder separation. Finally, we cover what w…

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Driving Mass Adoption: TON’s Breakthrough Mini Apps 1:07:26

20d ago1:07:26

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In this episode, our hosts are joined by Alena, Ecosystem Lead at TON, to discuss how “Mini Apps” are helping drive mass adoption. We cover Mini Apps, the similarities and differences between Telegram and WeChat, and TON’s strategy for onboarding new developers. Finally, we dive into TON’s systems architecture, and what the TON Foundation has in st…

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The Next Wave of Consumer Crypto Applications | Analyst Round Table 1:03:29

18d ago1:03:29

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In this episode, Natalie from Bain Capital Crypto and Ben from Seed Club join us to discuss consumer applications in crypto. We dive into Seed Club’s recent Demo Day, viewing consumer crypto from an investor’s perspective, and the current state of crypto gaming. Additionally, we cover ongoing experiments with crypto social apps, and the NFT market …

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Harnessing the Untapped Potential of Bitcoin Staking | S8 E5 | David Tse 1:20:16

18d ago1:20:16

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In this episode, David Tse, Co-founder of BabylonChain, joins us to explore the latest developments in the Bitcoin ecosystem. We dive into the transformative impact of Bitcoin staking, the innovative role of Babylon, and the broader technological and cultural shifts in the Bitcoin ecosystem. Finally, David provides insight into the Bitcoin staking …

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Proof-of-PR Season 2 Episode 9: Bringing Math to Market with Aztec Protocol CMO Claire Kart 43:52

19d ago43:52

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Welcome back to season 2 of Proof-of-PR, your passport into the world of Public Relations for Bitcoin and Web3. Aztec Protocol CMO Claire Kart joins Melrose PR CEO Kelley Weaver this week to discuss her journey from fintech to web3 marketing, how traditional marketing differs from web3, her efforts in harnessing the power of community to drive resu…

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The MetaDEX: Aerodrome & Velodrome Explained | Ace & Alexander 1:06:28

24d ago1:06:28

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In this episode, Aerodrome and Velodrome contributors, Ace and Alex, join us to discuss how Aerodrome and Velodrome are redefining the DEX model. They explain how the “MetaDEX” works, the flywheel it creates for users, and how they have helped shape the L2 landscape. Additionally, we talk about their Superchain vision, and why they chose to focus t…

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Does Crypto Have Any Real Users? | Analyst Round Table 1:06:29

25d ago1:06:29

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In this episode, the Blockworks Research Team dives into an age old question: where are the users? They discuss applications on Solana, real world use cases on Near, and competition among data availability layers. Finally, they speak on why infrastructure continues to dominate the industry, and what it will take for gaming in crypto to gain tractio…

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How ZK Accounts Expand dApp Limits | John, Uma, & Zaki 57:41

25d ago57:41

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In this episode, we dive deep into the world of ZK accounts and their potential. Uma, Zaki, and John, unpack ZK accounts, the trade-offs involved in design decisions, and the political landscape. We explore how ZK accounts enable trustless interoperability, enhance scalability, and unlock a dimension for dApps. The conversation also touches upon th…

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Will the Fed Cut Rates in 2024? | Roundup 58:49

29d ago58:49

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In this episode, we discuss FOMC, previous rate cutting cycles over the years, and if the FED will cut rates prior to the presidential election. We also breakdown the differing approaches blockchains take when dealing with MEV, and the ways networks and applications can monetize. Finally, we dive into how Trump’s stance towards crypto has affected …

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Inside Hyperliquid's Onchain Perp DEX Vision | Jeff Yan 52:36

1M ago52:36

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In this episode, Jeff Yan, Co-founder of Hyperliquid, joins to discuss Hyperliquid’s journey and growth thus far. He provides insights into how they developed the HyperBFT consensus algorithm, Hyperliquid’s Vault System, and their plans to decentralize the Hyperliquid L1. Jeff also gives his thoughts on competing with Centralized Exchanges, and wha…

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Making Sense of Crypto's Sentiment & Fundamentals | Analyst Round Table 1:09:53

1M ago1:09:53

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In this episode, Tolks from PageOne and Kez from Parsec join to discuss their thoughts on the current market environment. Our guests dive into the polarizing subject of celebrity token launches, how Telegram’s blockchain ecosystem flew under the radar, and more. They unpack the Bitcoin ETF flows, the upcoming Ethereum ETF, AI Agents, Memecoins and …

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Proof-of-PR Season 2 Episode 8: The Art of Media Relations with Co-Founder of Opening Bell Daily Phil Rosen 24:27

1M ago24:27

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Welcome back to season 2 of Proof-of-PR, your passport into the world of Public Relations for Bitcoin and Web3. Award-winning journalist, author, Co-Founder of Opening Bell Daily, and Founder of Journalists Club Phil Rosen joins Melrose PR COO Kili Wall this week to discuss his transition out of Business Insider, the inspiration behind Opening Bell…

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How AVSs Enable Scalable, Secure and Customizable Execution | S8 E4 | Ludwig & Muto 1:33:32

1M ago1:33:32

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In this episode, Ludwig from Sorella Labs and Muto from Ethos, two AVS builders, join to discuss the potential of restaked ETH and attributable security to revolutionize DeFi. They dive into how AVSs offer a scalable alternative to rollups by leveraging restaking to enable customizable off-chain execution while preserving the benefits of shared L1 …

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Crypto's Great Rate Cut Cycle | Roundup 54:11

1M ago54:11

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In this jam-packed episode, we dive into Starkware's million dollar initiative to scale Bitcoin with ZK tech, debate the implications of looming ETH ETF approvals, and discuss how the largest rate cutting cycle of our lifetimes could supercharge crypto. We also break down Coinbase's new Web3 wallet, the convergence of crypto infrastructure, and why…

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Navigating DeFi in 2024 | Matt & Aryan 48:25

1M ago48:25

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In this special analyst round table episode, Aryan and Matt of CMT Digital dive deep into DeFi in 2024. Topics discussed include the emergence of restaking protocols, the challenges of toxic order flow, and the shifting dynamics of crypto valuations and incentives. The conversation also explores the potential of intent-based execution, the economic…

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Exploring Crypto's Modular Path | Rex & NoSleepJon 47:32

1M ago47:32

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In this special episode, the Jason and Mike announce the launch of Expansion, a new Blockworks podcast focusing on the modular blockchain ecosystem. Expansion hosts Rex and NoSleepJon aim to explore the modular design concepts and architectural principles in the blockchain space. They highlight the benefits and challenges of modularity, the cultura…

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The Search for Reasonably Priced Tokens | Analyst Round Table 57:38

1M ago57:38

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In this episode, the 0xResearch team dives into the world of Solana DeFi, exploring the potential of undervalued tokens and discussing the disconnect between quality products and token valuations. The conversation also covers Polymarket's impressive growth, Arbitrum's controversial $250M gaming fund, and the risks exposed by Linnea's recent sequenc…

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The Modular Integration Spectrum | Keone & Zon 1:04:18

1M ago1:04:18

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In this episode, Keone from Monad and Zon from Initia to discuss the spectrum between modular and integrated blockchain designs. They explore the tradeoffs in decentralization, performance and scalability between the two approaches. They explore AppChains, rollups, composability challenges in modular systems, EVM compatibility, and when to scale bl…

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The Modular Integration Spectrum | Keone & Zon 1:03:46

1M ago1:03:46

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In this episode, Keone from Monad and Zon from Initia to discuss the spectrum between modular and integrated blockchain designs. They explore the tradeoffs in decentralization, performance and scalability between the two approaches. They explore AppChains, rollups, composability challenges in modular systems, EVM compatibility, and when to scale bl…

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The Power Dynamics of Liquid Restaking | S8 E3 | Sam, Krane, & Clayton 1:13:23

1M ago1:13:23

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In this episode, we dive deep into the rapidly evolving world of liquid restaking. Our expert panel unpacks the history and rise of Liquid Restaking Tokens, exploring LRT design, yield strategies, the leverage dynamics between LRTs and Eigen Layer, and the potential impact of introducing multi-assets like Bitcoin. We examine the challenges posed by…

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Is Crypto Bipartisan Now? | Roundup 1:05:45

1M ago1:05:45

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In this episode, the guys debate whether Democrats can reverse course before the upcoming election. They also discuss the rise and fall of meme coins, despite Iggy Azalea's recent token launch. The conversation then shifts to the challenges facing Bitcoin's L2 development, OpenAI's legal battles over celebrity rights and employee NDAs, and Nvidia's…

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Magic Eden's Contrarian Strategy to NFT Trading | Zhuoxun Yin 55:58

2M ago55:58

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In this episode, Zhuoxun Yin, COO of Magic Eden, joins to discuss the evolving NFT landscape and their journey across multiple blockchains. He shares insights into the challenges of building NFT marketplaces on different chains, Magic Eden's multi-chain expansion strategy, and their new cross-chain wallet. Zhuoxun also offers his perspective on NFT…

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Exploring EigenLayer and The Future of Ethereum Security | S8 E2 | Sreeram Kannan 1:50:58

2M ago1:50:58

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In this episode we are joined by Sreeram Kannan, founder of EigenLayer, to discuss the current state and future potential of restaking. The conversation covers Eigenlayer's rapidly growing ecosystem of actively validated services (AVS), the different types of security guarantees made possible by restaking, and how restaking can benefit both externa…

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Proof-of-PR Season 2 Episode 7: The Defiant Founder and CEO Camila Russo On Trailblazing DeFi Reporting 33:06

2M ago33:06

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Welcome back to season 2 of Proof-of-PR, your passport into the world of Public Relations for Bitcoin and Web3. The Defiant Founder + CEO Camila Russo joins Melrose PR CEO Kelley Weaver this week to discuss her journey from reporting at Bloomberg to founding The Defiant, the inspiration behind her book ‘The Infinite Machine’, the types of guests an…

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How ETH ETFs Will Reshape Crypto | Roundup 1:05:12

2M ago1:05:12

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In this episode, the crew dives into discuss the 75% odds of an ETH ETF approval this month. They unpack the implications of ETH ETFs on crypto market structure and institutional adoption. The conversation also covers the evolving regulatory landscape and the backlash against Yuga Labs over their CryptoPunks moves. Finally, they debate the future o…

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Inside Eigenlayer's Vision for Decentralized Security | Sreeram Kannan 1:18:10

2M ago1:18:10

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In this episode, Founder Sreeram Kannan unpacks the present and future of EigenLayer. He dives into novel concepts like intersubjectivity, attributable security, and forkable tokens that underpin Eigenlayer's unique approach to enabling trust and security for decentralized protocols. Sreeram explains the EigenLayer economy of stakers, operators and…

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The End of NFT Scarcity | Analyst Round Table 1:19:12

2M ago1:19:12

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In this special analyst round table episode, Boccaccio is joined by the Page One crew - Boffin, Tervo, and Tolks - to discuss the evolving landscape of NFTs, tokenization, and memecoins. The conversation starts with the rise of fantasy sports-like games in the crypto space, such as Fantasy Top, and how they compare to traditional NFTs in terms of e…

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Restaking's Renaissance: The Next Generation of Blockchain Security | S8 E1 1:07:36

2M ago1:07:36

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This episode takes a deep dive into the evolving landscape of restaking and shared security. Mike and Myles trace the history of restaking from early iterations like Polkadot and Cosmos to the rise of specialized providers like Eigen Layer. They break down the market structure, analyzing the supply and demand sides, and exploring how new entrants p…

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The Growing Partisan Divide in Crypto | Roundup 1:16:04

2M ago1:16:04

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In this episode, the guys discuss the recent prosecution of the Tornado Cash developer, the potential partisan nature of crypto regulation, and the ongoing vote on SAB 121. They delve into the history of asset seizure in the US, the shifting political attitudes towards crypto, and the potential implications for the industry. The conversation also t…

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Ethereum's Staking Debate: Decentralization vs. Security vs. Yield | Hasu & Vasiliy 1:07:18

2M ago1:07:18

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In this week's interview Hasu from Flashbots and Vasiliy from Lido DAO discuss the current state of Ethereum's issuance and staking dynamics post-merge. They explore the potential impact of institutional demand, solo staking, and restaking on the validator set and issuance policy. The conversation also touches on the evolving role of liquid staking…

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Consumer Crypto's Frictionless Speculation | Analyst Round Table 1:09:39

2M ago1:09:39

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In this episode, the research crew dives into the recent launch of VanEck's meme coin index, the state of consumer crypto adoption, and the controversy surrounding key opinion leader (KOL) investment rounds. The conversation also touches on the challenges faced by AMMs in the form of loss versus rebalancing (LVR), and how this issue compares to imp…

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Proof-of-PR Season 2 Episode 6: Crypto Beyond Bloomberg: From Traditional Reporting To Decential Media With Matt Leising 38:29

2M ago38:29

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Welcome back to season 2 of Proof-of-PR, your passport into the world of Public Relations for Bitcoin and Web3. Co-Founder and Editor in Chief at Decential Media Matt Leising joins Melrose PR CEO Kelley Weaver this week to chat through his journey from Bloomberg to founding his own media company Decential Media, how Web3 tech is disrupting the ente…

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The Solana End Game | Anatoly Yakovenko & Lucas Bruder 1:11:32

2M ago1:11:32

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Gm! This week we invite Anatoly Yakovenko & Lucas Bruder to the show for a discussion on the current state of Solana. We deep dive into the transaction problem as on chain volumes have exploded in recent months. Toly & Lucas explore the solutions that could help to increase chain performance & what's next for Solana. Enjoy! -- Follow Anatoly: https…

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Will Crypto Leave the US? | Roundup 1:07:02

2M ago1:07:02

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In this episode, the crew discusses the current state of crypto regulation and political candidate support in the US. They explore the viability of meme coins and the challenges of annualizing returns in the crypto space. The conversation also debates crypto-native gaming, the importance of crypto remaining a key industry in the US, and the technic…

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