The Edge Podcast

James Ross is the Founder of Mode.

In this episode, we spotlight a new modular DeFi L2 on Optimism Superchain called Mode. Having just launched Mode Mainnet, we interview James about how this L2 aims to differentiate itself, including details on their ongoing MODE airdrop campaign called Sunrise.

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Timestamps

0:00 - Intro
4:59 - Background in crypto and founding Mode
11:14 - Elevator pitch for Mode
14:39 - Why build on OP Superchain?
19:13 - Sequencer fee sharing
23:22 - Mode referral revenue
24:54 - Maverick mid-roll
26:06 - Smart Treasury
30:24 - Lessons from other L2s
36:07 - Attracting protocols and net new builders
42:19 - Native yields coming to Mode
44:24 - MODE token utility
48:03 - Closing and MODE airdrop details

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🔗 Guest Links 🔗

► Mode Website: https://www.mode.network/
► Mode Sunrise airdrop blog post: https://mode.mirror.xyz/e37GCFsELjLzSJZzEJ31hX0W3GMoraDDyRd6JioSxOc
► Mode invite code: ref.mode.network/5HGjoz
► Mode on Twitter: https://twitter.com/modenetwork
► James on Twitter: https://twitter.com/JRossTreacher

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