December 10, 2024: Mangione Manifesto, Georgescu Ban, HTS Terror List
Today is December 10, 2024. This is all the news that's fit to predict: 1. Luigi Mangione manifesto released by Friday? 2. Georgescu banned from Romanian election? 3. Will the US remove HTS from terror list before March? These stories are ongoing. For live updates, head to Polymarket.com.
#12 - @carlcortright.eth
Founder of higherrrrrrr. Built to build. Skin in the game with scars to prove it. Angel Investor. YC founder. Prev engineering + ventures at Coinbase
Movement Labs Deep Dive
Driving around Crypto Town with Rushi Manche a candid and insightful conversation about his journey and the $MOVE ecosystem. We cover everything from his personal story to his plans for Movement to outpace Solana, the challenges of ecosystem building, and the art of fundraising.
Moxie Protocol: Empowering Creators, No Middleman
I had the pleasure of speaking with Jason, the founder of Airstack, about their exciting project, Moxie Protocol. In this episode, we dive into: 1. What is Moxie? 2. Empowering the Creator Economy on Farcaster 3. The Dynamics of Rewards, Earn, Trade 4. What is Farscore? 5. How Moxie helps developers build and thrive. Jason's Warpcast account: https://warpcast.com/betashop.eth moxie.xyz
Why Creators Should Own Their Minting Smart Contracts ft. Richerd Chan
Mint Season 4, Episode 25 featured Richerd Chan, Co-Founder of Manifold, Punk #6046, Professional NFT Degen, and smart contract artist. Richerd shared insights into Manifold's mission to empower web3 creators with true creative ownership, on-chain provenance, and interoperability across major NFT marketplaces. He reflected on his inspiration for starting Manifold, why NFTs brought crypto mainstream, and the benefits of self-sovereign contracts. The conversation also touched on music NFTs, using collector stats to grow audiences, and even a $9.5 million offer for a CryptoPunk. I hope you enjoy this blast from the past.
YIELD TALKS: First Look at Boros, Pendle’s New Margin Trading for Yields
Dan is the Head of Growth at Pendle Finance. In this Yield Talks, we explore Boros, Pendle’s highly anticipated new protocol for yield trading with margin. Discover how Boros unlocks capital-efficient opportunities for hedging and speculation by enabling leveraged trading on yields, starting with funding rates. We’ll discuss the unique use cases Boros introduces, its role in extending yield trading across DeFi and TradFi, and how it integrates with Pendle’s ecosystem. If you’re curious about the future of onchain yield trading and what this innovation means for DeFi, this episode is for you. ------ 🔗 Essential Show Links 🔗 ► Edge Newsletter: https://the-edge.xyz ► Youtube: https://youtube.com/@defidad ► Apple: https://tinyurl.com/edgepod ► Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/edgepodspotify ► Linktree: https://linktr.ee/edge_pod ► Follow DeFi Dad: https://x.com/DeFi_Dad ► Follow Nomatic: https://x.com/Nomaticcap ► Learn about DeFi and Web3: http://defidad.com/ ------ The Edge Podcast Sponsor Resources ♦️ REDSTONE ORACLES | THE FASTEST GROWING ORACLE FOR DEFI ☀️ SUMMER.FI | THE BEST PLACE TO BORROW AND EARN IN DEFI 🧪 MANTLE | START YOUR RESTAKING JOURNEY TODAY WITH CMETH 🐡 PUFFER FINANCE | A LEADING INNOVATOR IN LIQUID RESTAKING, BASED ROLLUPS, AND AVS'S ------ Timestamps 0:00 - Intro 1:42 - Why Pendle built Boros? 5:00 - Yield trading with margin explained 7:43- Example trading funding rates 11:42 - When will Boros go live and who are the target users? 15:34 - Summer.fi, RedStone Oracle, Puffer Finance mid-roll 17:58 - Will Boros rely on the points meta? 21:45 - Which networks will Boros launch on? 23:56 - Tokenomics tied to Boros 28:01 - Mantle mid-roll 28:42 - Where will Boros value accrue to? 30:34 - Details for airdrop to vePENDLE holders 32:09 - Closing ------ 🔗 Guest Links 🔗 ► Pendle Website: https://pendle.finance ► Pendle on X/Twitter: https://x.com/pendle_fi ► Dan on X/Twitter: https://x.com/DDangleDan ------ If you're a DeFi/Web3 builder, contact our team at: https://fourthrevolution.capital/ All opinions expressed by hosts and podcast guests are solely their own opinions and not necessarily those of Fourth Revolution Capital. Podcast guests and 4RC may have positions in the assets or other matters discussed in this podcast. This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be relied upon as a basis for investment decisions. Do your own research. This is not a recommendation or endorsement to buy any token(s) related to any platform(s) discussed.
E96: Raoul Pal’s Guide to Becoming a Memecoin Millionaire
In his highly-anticipated return to the podcast, @RaoulPalTJM, the Co-Founder and CEO of @RealVisionFinance / @RealVisionCrypto and Founder of Global Macro Investor, shares his blueprint for navigating the meme coin supercycle and crypto's wild future. In this episode, Raoul tackles pressing topics like: -How to position yourself for the next meme coin millionaire wave -Why he went all-in on $SOL, $SUI, and $DOGE—before it was popular -The secret to spotting cult-worthy assets before they explode -Why NFTs could be the last big chance for generational wealth -How scarcity and attention are becoming crypto’s new currencies -Why 12 months might be all that’s left to secure financial freedom -The "Banana Zone" thesis—and how to not get left behind -Raoul’s proven strategies for those looking to win big in crypto while the clock is ticking. A must-watch for anyone aiming to navigate the next crypto boom and beyond. __________________________________ CONNECT WITH RAOUL👇 Twitter: https://x.com/RaoulGMI Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/raoul-pal-real-vision/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/raoulgmi GET RAOUL PAL’S FREE REPORT AND PREPARE FOR THE NEXT DECADE.: https://rvtv.io/3YOZZUe CONNECT WITH REAL VISION👇 Twitter: https://x.com/RealVision Website: https://www.instagram.com/realvisiontv FOLLOW KEVIN & WHEN SHIFT HAPPENS👇 Twitter (X): https://x.com/KevinWSHPod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kevinwshpod/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kevinfollonier_ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevinfollonier/ Website: https://www.podpage.com/when-shift-happens/ __________________________________ PARTNERS 🚀 Jupiter is the most used Decentralized Exchange in Crypto and the largest DEX by volume on Solana. https://jup.ag/ 💧Sui is a first-of-its-kind Layer 1 blockchain and smart contract platform designed to make digital asset ownership fast, private, secure, and accessible. https://sui.io/ 🤖 SwissBorg is Europe’s top trusted crypto app offering user-centric investment platforms and DeFi asset management with reliability and innovation. Sign up with this link and earn up to €100 : https://join.swissborg.com/r/kevinH6E7 ♾ Coinsilium provides vital funding and expert advice to Web3 and AI-powered early-stage technology companies. https://www.coinsilium.com 🍷 Dvin is building the operating system for the $100 billion wine industry. https://www.dvinlabs.com/ __________________________________ DISCLAIMER The info contained herein is for informational purposes only. Nothing herein shall be construed to be financial, legal, or tax advice. The content of this video is solely the opinions of the speakers who are not a licensed financial advisor or registered investment advisor. Trading cryptocurrencies poses considerable risk of loss. The speakers do not guarantee any particular outcome. #Entrepreneurship #Crypto #news __________________________________ 0:00 Trailer 1:43 Please Subscribe 2:05 Our Valued Sponsors 2:40 DVIN Labs 7:16 Aiming for Lex Fridman 10:13 Awaiting the Banana Zone 13:21 Tokens vs. Attention 16:18 Rates Aren't Liquidity 18:18 Projected Returns for Cryptos 19:19 Embracing Public Risk 22:46 Risks to the “Banana Zone” 24:18 Betting Big on Solana (SOL) 27:39 Adoption Beats Technology 31:49 Why Sui Network? (SUI) 34:34 Is Sui the Next Solana? 38:47 Meme Coins VS NFTs 41:27 Memecoin Supercycle 43:35 Dogecoin (DOGE) 45:19 Smoked Chicken Fish (SCF) 47:14 The SCF Cult Explained 49:21 Finding Purpose & Value in Memes 52:47 Open-Minded Investing 57:41 NFTs as Cultural Artifacts 1:03:02 NFTs as Identity Markers 1:05:04 Risks of NFTs 1:08:44 Structuring your Crypto Portfolio 1:10:30 8 Years Left to Make Money 1:20:11 Real Vision's 10-Year Journey 1:21:06 Future of Real Vision 1:22:29 Crypto is Lonely 1:24:23 Real Vision Mistakes & Lessons 1:28:53 Crypto Overtaking the Government 1:32:30 AI Governing the Future 1:34:34 Valuing Time Over Wealth 1:42:41 Importance of Optimism
E95: Hyperliquid Founder - How to Win in Crypto (by Building for Users, Not VCs)
Jeff is the Founder of Hyperliquid Labs, the company behind Hyperliquid, a decentralized perpetual exchange offering best-in-class speed, liquidity, and pricing for crypto traders. Hyperliquid is also one of the most awaited Layer 1s launches and aspires to become the "Amazon Web Services of Liquidity". The protocol is setting a new standard in DeFi by prioritizing users and rejecting traditional VC funding structures. In this episode, we explore: -Who is Jeff? His journey to Hyperliquid Labs -Building DeFi for users, not VCs -The importance of real user experience in crypto -How Hyperliquid Labs is redefining finance -Why traditional funding models hurt DeFi platforms -The role of community in building success -Lessons from trading and finance -How Hyperliquid Labs enables true innovation in crypto -The future of decentralized finance And much more! If you're interested in the future of crypto and DeFi built with a user-first approach, this episode is a must-watch! __________________________________ FOLLOW JEFF YAN • Twitter: https://x.com/chameleon_jeff • Website: https://app.hyperliquid.xyz/trade FOLLOW HYPERLIQUID LABS • Twitter: https://x.com/hyperliquidx • Website: https://hyperliquid.xyz/ FOLLOW KEVIN & WHEN SHIFT HAPPENS👇 Twitter (X): https://x.com/KevinWSHPod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kevinwshpod/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kevinfollonier_ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevinfollonier/ Website: https://www.podpage.com/when-shift-happens/ __________________________________ DISCLAIMER The info contained herein is for informational purposes only. Nothing herein shall be construed to be financial, legal, or tax advice. The content of this video is solely the opinions of the speakers who are not a licensed financial advisor or registered investment advisor. Trading cryptocurrencies poses considerable risk of loss. The speakers do not guarantee any particular outcome. #Entrepreneurship #Crypto #news __________________________________ 0:00 Trailer 1:27 Please Subscribe 1:49 Our Valued Sponsors 2:25 Hyperliquid Labs Unique Finance Vision 5:32 From Scripts to Hyperliquid Labs 9:55 Improving DeFi User Experience 12:12 Crypto Speculation vs. Value 14:02 Autism and Trauma in Crypto Founders 16:29 Quant Trading to Impact 19:26 Hyperliquid Labs Unique Value Proposition 21:58 Building vs. Exploring 23:25 The Value of Struggle 26:34 Crypto World Fascination 30:37 DVIN Labs 31:00 From Profit to Purpose 33:40 What is Hyperliquid Labs? 36:02 Community-Driven Crypto Innovation 42:43 The Scam Token Dilemma 46:59 Rewarding Real Innovation 50:36 Innovating Crypto Infrastructure 55:40 Builder Codes Explained 59:09 Localized Solutions in Crypto 1:02:17 Hyperliquid Labs Role in Cryptos Future 1:05:19 Non-Consensus Beliefs 1:07:00 Taking Things Less Personally
BASE Creator Jesse Pollak: Why Most Crypto Traders Lose (And What to Do Instead) | E93
Jesse Pollak is the creator of Base, Coinbase's ethereum layer 2 network offering a secure, low-cost way for anyone to build decentralized apps onchain. He is also the Lead at Coinbase Wallet and a member of the Coinbase Exec Team. In this conversation, Jesse shares his deeply personal journey of building Base, from the intense pressure of early ideation to the physical and emotional toll of its launch. He opens up about almost quitting, losing 20 pounds from stress, and how his wife's intervention helped him through the darkest moments. Beyond the struggles, Jesse discusses his ambitious vision for an onchain future, predicting that "everything will be onchain in 5 years." From his unique background in Quaker schools to his unconventional problem-solving methods, Jesse offers rare insights into what it takes to build a platform that could transform how billions of people interact with the digital world. In this episode, we explore: Jesse’s mind and struggles What gave him a big chip on the shoulder How hard the beginning of Base was on a personal level Why the most successful products in crypto DO NOT have a token The Coinbase’s centralization Paradox How Jesse built the leading Ethereum Layer 2 in the crypto space. Why Jesse owns a Cryptopunk What it takes to be a successful founder in crypto Why Jesse cuts his hair earlier this year How Jesse finds solutions to the most complex problems! And much more!
Dont Go to Jail, Pay your Crypto Taxes: The #1 Crypto Tax Firm in the World ft. Count On Sheep
No one likes talking about taxes, but unless you want to go to jail you better pay them.When it comes to crypto it can get very confusing learning about how to properly do your taxes.Come learn from the #1 CRYPTO TAX FIRM in the world: Count on Sheep Joining us was the CEO and visionary Nick who talks about his past, why he created count on sheep and inspirational advice for all entrepeneurs out there. If you need tax advice once this bull run is done, use my link for a free 20 minute consultation: https://bit.ly/3zdayXp We hope you enjoyed the episode!
What is zkTLS & why is it capturing large mindshare right now?
Join us live for an in-depth exploration of ZKTLS, the tech reshaping how data is verified on the internet. We’re hosting a special panel as part of the Ion Layer Unlocked event, featuring Madhavan Reclaim Protocol and Dawufi from Opacity. Discover why ZKTLS is gaining traction, its potential use cases, and how it enhances privacy and security by making data transfer provable without revealing sensitive information. Enjoy 𝗘𝗶𝗴𝗲𝗻𝗟𝗮𝘆𝗲𝗿 𝗨𝗻𝗹𝗼𝗰𝗸𝗲𝗱 𝗶𝘀 𝗽𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗯𝘆 𝗔𝗹𝘁𝗟𝗮𝘆𝗲𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗣𝗼𝗹𝘆𝗺𝗲𝗿 𝗔𝗹𝘁𝗟𝗮𝘆𝗲𝗿 is an open and decentralized protocol that accelerates the launch of native and restaked rollups as well as AVSs. Our flagship product ‘restaked rollups’ has been an industry disruptor, unlocking the true value of rollups with enhanced security, decentralization, fast finality, and interoperability. AltLayer also recently launched the market’s first AVS-as-a-Service platform called “Wizard”- which templatizes AVS tools for convenience, hyper-accelerating their adoption and fast-tracking scalability for Web3. Follow AltLayer's Twitter: https://twitter.com/alt_layer and Join the Discord: https://discord.gg/altlayer 𝗣𝗼𝗹𝘆𝗺𝗲𝗿 is the first real-time interoperability solution that combines message passing and state streaming into an infinitely scalable network layer for the upcoming appchain meta. It can scale alongside L2 block times and leverage the security guarantees of connected rollups while offering re-org protection. Check it out here: https://www.polymerlabs.org/ Opacity Network Website: https://www.opacity.network/ Opacity Network Socials: https://x.com/OpacityNetwork Dawufi Socials: https://x.com/dawufi Reclaim Protocol Website: https://www.reclaimprotocol.org/ Reclaim Protocol Socials: https://x.com/reclaimprotocol Madhavan Socials: https://x.com/madhavanmalolan 𝗪𝗲 𝘁𝗿𝘆 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗯𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝘁𝗼 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗱𝘂𝗰𝗲 𝗵𝗶𝗴𝗵-𝗾𝘂𝗮𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆, 𝗻𝗼𝗻-𝗯𝗶𝗮𝘀𝗲𝗱, 𝗲𝗱𝘂𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗰𝗿𝘆𝗽𝘁𝗼 𝗲𝗰𝗼𝘀𝘆𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗺. 𝗦𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁 𝘂𝘀 𝘄𝗵𝗶𝗹𝗲 𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗮𝗯𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝗶𝗺𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗮𝗻𝘁 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗰𝗲𝗽𝘁𝘀 𝗯𝘆 𝗰𝗹𝗶𝗰𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗸𝘀 𝗯𝗲𝗹𝗼𝘄 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗳𝗿𝗲𝗲 𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗰𝗲𝘀: Website: https://therollup.co/ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1P6ZeYd.. Podcast: https://therollup.co/category/podcast Follow us on X: https://www.x.com/therollupco Follow Rob on X: https://www.x.com/robbie_rollup Follow Andy on X: https://www.x.com/ayyyeandy Join our TG group: https://t.me/+8ARkR_YZixE5YjBh The Rollup Disclosures: https://therollup.co/the-rollup-discl . . . 𝗗𝗜𝗦𝗖𝗟𝗔𝗜𝗠𝗘𝗥: 𝘐𝘯𝘷𝘦𝘴𝘵𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘪𝘯 𝘤𝘳𝘺𝘱𝘵𝘰𝘤𝘶𝘳𝘳𝘦𝘯𝘤𝘺 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘋𝘦𝘍𝘪 𝘱𝘭𝘢𝘵𝘧𝘰𝘳𝘮𝘴 𝘤𝘰𝘮𝘦𝘴 𝘸𝘪𝘵𝘩 𝘪𝘯𝘩𝘦𝘳𝘦𝘯𝘵 𝘳𝘪𝘴𝘬𝘴 𝘪𝘯𝘤𝘭𝘶𝘥𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘵𝘦𝘤𝘩𝘯𝘪𝘤𝘢𝘭 𝘳𝘪𝘴𝘬, 𝘩𝘶𝘮𝘢𝘯 𝘦𝘳𝘳𝘰𝘳, 𝘱𝘭𝘢𝘵𝘧𝘰𝘳𝘮 𝘧𝘢𝘪𝘭𝘶𝘳𝘦 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘮𝘰𝘳𝘦. 𝘈𝘵 𝘤𝘦𝘳𝘵𝘢𝘪𝘯 𝘱𝘰𝘪𝘯𝘵𝘴 𝘵𝘩𝘳𝘰𝘶𝘨𝘩𝘰𝘶𝘵 𝘵𝘩𝘪𝘴 𝘤𝘩𝘢𝘯𝘯𝘦𝘭, 𝘸𝘦 𝘮𝘢𝘺 𝘦𝘢𝘳𝘯 𝘢 𝘤𝘰𝘮𝘮𝘪𝘴𝘴𝘪𝘰𝘯 𝘰𝘳 𝘧𝘦𝘦 𝘢𝘴 𝘢 𝘴𝘱𝘰𝘯𝘴𝘰𝘳𝘴𝘩𝘪𝘱, 𝘪𝘧 𝘵𝘩𝘪𝘴 𝘪𝘴 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘤𝘢𝘴𝘦 𝘸𝘦 𝘸𝘪𝘭𝘭 𝘢𝘭𝘸𝘢𝘺𝘴 𝘮𝘢𝘬𝘦 𝘴𝘶𝘳𝘦 𝘪𝘵 𝘪𝘴 𝘤𝘭𝘦𝘢𝘳. 𝘞𝘦 𝘢𝘳𝘦 𝘴𝘵𝘳𝘪𝘤𝘵𝘭𝘺 𝘢𝘯 𝘦𝘥𝘶𝘤𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘢𝘭 𝘤𝘰𝘯𝘵𝘦𝘯𝘵 𝘱𝘭𝘢𝘵𝘧𝘰𝘳𝘮, 𝘯𝘰𝘵𝘩𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘸𝘦 𝘰𝘧𝘧𝘦𝘳 𝘪𝘴 𝘧𝘪𝘯𝘢𝘯𝘤𝘪𝘢𝘭 𝘢𝘥𝘷𝘪𝘤𝘦. 𝘞𝘦 𝘢𝘳𝘦 𝘯𝘰𝘵 𝘱𝘳𝘰𝘧𝘦𝘴𝘴𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘢𝘭𝘴 𝘰𝘳 𝘭𝘪𝘤𝘦𝘯𝘴𝘦𝘥 𝘢𝘥𝘷𝘪𝘴𝘰𝘳𝘴. #EigenLayer #ModularBlockchains #Ethereum
Exploring the Future of Onchain Media with Zack Guzmán of Coinage
Mint Season 7, Episode 1 welcomed Zack Guzman, Co-founder of Coinage Media, the first community-owned show answering crypto’s biggest questions. In this discussion, we took a deep dive into the world of Web3 media and explored the potential of decentralized technologies to revolutionize the industry. From the co-ownership model of the Coinage Network to the use of smart contracts in handling IP and ownership, we covered a range of topics and offered insights into how traditional media companies were adapting to the Web3 landscape. We also discussed the role of gatekeepers and intermediaries, the importance of involving audiences and collectors in communities, and the potential for composability and content interoperability in the Web3 world. It was an insightful conversation about the exciting future of media in the decentralized world.
#186 - CAMILA RUSSO
Camila Russo is the Founder of The Defiant, a media company focusing on decentralized finance, and the author of The Infinite Machine, the most read book on the history of Ethereum. Previously, she was a markets and crypto reporter at Bloomberg News. Follow her on X @CamiRusso. For more episodes, go to podofjake.com. Previous guests include Mark Cuban, Vitalik Buterin, Brian Armstrong, Balaji Srinivasan, Keith Rabois, Ali Spagnola, Anthony Pompliano, Raoul Pal, Julia Galef, Jack Butcher, Tim Draper, and over 100 others alike. Learn from founders and CEOs of companies like OpenAI, Coinbase, Solana, Polygon, AngelList, Oura, and Replit, and investors from Founders Fund, a16z, Union Square Ventures, and many more. I appreciate your support and hope you enjoy. Thanks to Chase Devens for the show notes and Yiction for the music. Lastly, I love hearing from fans of the pod. Feel free to email me any time at jake@blogofjake.com. Thank you!
CURAT3D: Micol - Transforming Art with Decentralized Technology
In this episode we sit down with Micol, a trailblazer in the crypto art scene and former co-founder of Vertical Crypto Art.We focus on the transformative impact of technology on the art world, particularly focusing on how decentralized systems, Micol shares her journey into the rule-breaking nature of crypto art that attracts visionaries and innovators. We also explore the challenges and benefits for artists and curators in this fast-paced, globally connected market, and the evolving role of digital art collectors and patrons. The conversation also delves into the differences between traditional and digital art ecosystems, and her vision of a more interactive, inclusive future for museums. Micol Socials:X (Twitter): https://x.com/micolmicolmicol
Veda: Building The DeFi Earn Network
Sun Raghupahti is the CoFounder and CEO at Veda Labs. In this episode, we dive into how Veda is building the DeFi Earn Network to transform passive yield generation into a simple, secure, and accessible experience. Learn how Veda is breaking down DeFi’s complexities, leading in a new frontier of yield curation and tokenization, and unlocking opportunities across onchain ecosystems. We’ll also explore what it takes to bring DeFi to the masses, the opportunity in interoperability, and why vaults are key to mass adoption. ------ 🔗 Essential Show Links 🔗 ► Newsletter: https://the-edge.xyz ► Youtube: https://youtube.com/@DeFiDad ► Apple: https://tinyurl.com/edgepod ► Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/edgepodspotify ► Linktree: https://linktr.ee/edge_pod ► Follow DeFi Dad: https://x.com/DeFi_Dad ► Follow Nomatic: https://x.com/Nomaticcap ► Learn about DeFi and Web3: http://defidad.com/ ------ The Edge Podcast Sponsor Resources ☀️ SUMMER.FI | THE BEST PLACE TO BORROW AND EARN IN DEFI https://summer.fi/?utm_source=DeFidad ♦️ REDSTONE ORACLES | THE FASTEST GROWING ORACLE FOR DEFI https://redstone.finance/ 🧙♂️ MERLIN CHAIN | THE RISE OF BITCOIN'S LARGEST LAYER 2 https://merlinchain.io/ 🧪 MANTLE | START YOUR RESTAKING JOURNEY TODAY WITH CMETH https://meth.mantle.xyz/restake 🐡 PUFFER FINANCE | A LEADING INNOVATOR IN LIQUID RESTAKING, BASED ROLLUPS, AND AVS'S https://puffer.fi/ ------ Timestamps 0:00 - Intro 4:14 - What led to building Veda? 6:34 - What is Veda’s mission? 7:04 - Why are vaults and curation so crucial for DeFi? 9:22 - Veda’s breakout moment with ether.fi 14:16 - How will Veda protocol move closer to the end-user? 17:21 - Why do protocols turn to Veda? 21:46 - Which networks does Veda support? 22:57 - Mantle mid-roll 23:38 - What else do we need to take DeFi mainstream? 25:59 - How big can BTC restaking get? 28:21 - Puffer Finance mid-roll 29:06 - Thoughts on AI merging with DeFi products 31:45 - The role of modularity in Veda 34:32 - The opportunity with interoperability 36:12 - Closing ------ 🔗 Guest Links 🔗 ► Veda Website: https://veda.tech/ ► Veda on X/Twitter: https://x.com/veda_labs ► Sun on X/Twitter: https://x.com/sunandr_ ------ If you're a DeFi/Web3 builder, contact our team at: https://fourthrevolution.capital/ All opinions expressed by hosts and podcast guests are solely their own opinions and not necessarily those of Fourth Revolution Capital. Podcast guests and 4RC may have positions in the assets or other matters discussed in this podcast. DeFi Dad is invested in Veda Labs. This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be relied upon as a basis for investment decisions. Do your own research. This is not a recommendation or endorsement to buy any token(s) related to any platform(s) discussed.
How BlackRock, the World's Largest Asset Manager, Took Crypto Mainstream
BlackRock’s entry into crypto through its bitcoin ETF (and later on the spot ether ETF) has rewritten the record books, driving massive inflows and reshaping the narrative for institutional crypto adoption. Robbie Mitchnick, head of digital assets at BlackRock, unpacks the story behind this monumental shift. He shares the journey from skepticism to success, how BlackRock’s ETF has changed the market, and the surprises even he didn’t expect. Plus, he explains why he believes people mistake bitcoin for a risk-on asset, what the investment case is for Ethereum, and what’s next for crypto in 2025.
How To Get Exposure
Chris Carella is the Co-Founder of Scout Game and the Head of Product at Charmverse. He is a key figure in the crypto and web3 ecosystem, offering insights into promotion tactics and sustainable business models for founders building on the Optimism Superchain. In this episode we cover: (00:00) Introduction and the future of decentralized social for artists and creators (00:51) Launch tactics for NFTs and products on decentralized social platforms (03:30) How to create momentum for your art or product (08:00) The role of reputation in the Web3 space (10:29) Leveraging your network for organic growth (12:27) NFT platforms and artist launch strategies (19:23) The role of positive-sum collaboration in decentralized communities (20:28) Scaling decentralized social art projects Connect with Chris: Farcaster: https://warpcast.com/ccarella.eth LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chriscarella/ Connect with Kris: Farcaster: https://warpcast.com/thekris LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/in/thekrispartner For inquiries about sponsoring the podcast and partnership consulting: pod@optimism.show
Going Viral Onchain
This episode welcomes Cooper Turley, Founder of Coop Records. Cooper is a recurring guest on the pod, though this time, we focus all of our attention on how to go viral onchain. Consider this a round table discussion where him and I share our insights, lessons learned, and debate our perspectives on the current state of the onchain creator economy. I hope you enjoy our conversation.
Chapped lips, food fights and drumming to led zeppelin - Adam in Los Fomos 🍸
Adam is the founder of Bello.lol and host of the mint podcast! Become a producer of the show to support Los Fomos: subscribe on Hypersub! 🌶️ https://www.hypersub.xyz/dashboard/los-fomos-fm-producer-yfpf5xwg6qkg Follow Los Fomos on X: https://x.com/LosFomos and warpcast: https://warpcast.com/~/channel/los-fomos
(Book Club) Quantum Computing, Meet AI: Now Revolutionize Medicine And Solve Climate Change. Quick!
It's Book Club time! Mark and Jeremy tackle quantum computing and AI. Reading between the lines of Quantum Supremacy, by Michio Kaku, they ask how these two forces will shape everything from medicine to climate science. Quantum can handle vast, complex data in a way that makes traditional computers look like monkeys banging typewriters hoping to recreate the works of Shakespeare. Throw AI in the mix, that power becomes adaptive, able to “learn” in ways that would melt a classical computers brain. If it had one. Mark argues that “quantum is the muscle that makes AI much more useful,” while Jeremy describes how it activates the “adjacent possible,” pushing AI into spaces no algorithm has gone before. They cast opinions around like confetti at a wedding. Protein folding to AI-driven weather models, our approach to disease, aging, and climate prediction are all up for debate. But with all that power, ethical questions loom: can we control it, or will it control us? Please enjoy the book club. -- TIMESTAMPS (00:00) Welcome, Disruptors and Curious Minds: Introduction to Quantum Supremacy and AI (01:08) The Question of Machine Intelligence: Can Machines Think? (02:03) Marvin Minsky & the Dartmouth Conference: The Origins of Artificial Intelligence (03:46) Quantum Computing as the Muscle Behind AI’s Power (05:21) Quantum and AI: Sifting Through Data at Light Speed (09:47) Quantum Computing and the Science of Aging (10:54) Telomeres and Cellular Aging: Can Quantum Help? (12:03) Caloric Restriction and Longevity: Insights from Quantum Science (14:24) Quantum Computing’s Role in Molecular-Level Understanding (15:38) Climate Change and Quantum Computing: The Future of Environmental Science (17:50) Combatting Climate Change with Quantum and AI: Innovative Solutions -- For show notes and past guests, visit: https://www.thinkingonpaper.xyz/ -- Follow Thinking On Paper: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thinkingonpaperpodcast/
Jesse Pollak- Base Builder #001
Jesse Pollak is known to everyone in the Base ecosystem and an inspiration to all. Learn more about who Jesse is, what keeps him motivated, and where his sense of purpose comes from in life.We hope you enjoy the epsiode. Learn More About Jesse On X:https://x.com/jessepollakLearn More About Late Night On Base on X:https://x.com/latenightonbase
Creator Royalties and NFT Marketplace Wars ft. John Crain of SuperRare
Mint Season 7 Episode 16 welcomed John Crain, the Co-Founder of the 1-of-1 digital art marketplace, SuperRare. In this conversation, we explored the early narratives surrounding NFTs and the state of the marketplace wars at the time, including SuperRare’s role and approach to creator royalties. We dove into the evolution of understanding DAOs and how they influenced spending behavior on the platform, as well as unexplored topics in NFTs and the intersection of surfing, Web3, and crypto. I hope you enjoyed our conversation.