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The intellectual property market is worth an estimated $70 trillion. But with AI endlessly creating new variations and evolving on its own, the question of "who owns what?" has never been more complex.This week, we're sitting down with S.Y. Lee, co-founder of Story Protocol, to dive into what programmable IP really unlocks and the biggest misconceptions about digital ownership.As AI generates infinite possibilities and self-improving agents upgrade themselves, how do we even start thinking about attribution and ownership?This is no longer just a hypothetical issue. The choices we make now will shape whether creators can truly own their work (or if it all gets swallowed up by those with the biggest models).Time to jump in.The Rollup---Newton is the trust layer for autonomous finance. Smart. Secure. Verifiable. Built for a future where AI agents replace apps and interfaces. Learn more here: https://www.magicnewton.com/Get effortless access to crypto's best DeFi yields. Continually rebalanced by AI powered Keepers to earn you more while saving you time and reducing costs. Learn more here: https://summer.fi/earn?referralCode=2000096----Website: https://therollup.co/Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1P6ZeYd9vbF3hJA2n7qoL5?si=7230787bb90947efPodcast: https://therollup.co/category/podcastFollow us on X: https://www.x.com/therollupcoFollow Rob on X: https://www.x.com/robbie_rollupFollow Andy on X: https://www.x.com/ayyyeandyJoin our TG group: https://t.me/+8ARkR_YZixE5YjBhThe Rollup Disclosures: https://therollup.co/the-rollup-discl

The future of decentralization is about true self-ownership, not just removing middlemen.In today's episode, we sit down with Eli Ben-Sasson, co-founder of StarkWare, to explore his bold 2025 prediction: Starknet becoming Bitcoin's execution layer. We dive into why ZK technology that isn't live in production doesn't scale, how blockchain is becoming the new diplomacy channel, and what happens when people realize they don't fully own their lives.Eli walks us through the pros and cons of turning Bitcoin into a powerhouse for computation and how Starknet is pushing forward with real decentralization.Let's get into it.The Rollup---Newton is the trust layer for autonomous finance. Smart. Secure. Verifiable. Built for a future where AI agents replace apps and interfaces. Learn more here: https://www.magicnewton.com/Get effortless access to crypto's best DeFi yields. Continually rebalanced by AI powered Keepers to earn you more while saving you time and reducing costs. Learn more here: https://summer.fi/earn?referralCode=2000096----Website: https://therollup.co/Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1P6ZeYd9vbF3hJA2n7qoL5?si=7230787bb90947efPodcast: https://therollup.co/category/podcastFollow us on X: https://www.x.com/therollupcoFollow Rob on X: https://www.x.com/robbie_rollupFollow Andy on X: https://www.x.com/ayyyeandyJoin our TG group: https://t.me/+8ARkR_YZixE5YjBhThe Rollup Disclosures: https://therollup.co/the-rollup-discl

Real-world crypto adoption won't happen with just infrastructure, it needs to actually solve the problems that institutions are facing.In today's episode, we sit down with Diego Fernandez, former Secretary of Innovation for Buenos Aires, and RJ from Lambda Class to explore how 700,000 citizens now carry their government documents in crypto wallets through QuarkID.We dive into why governments choose Ethereum over private blockchains, how the "Trust Stack" makes this globally scalable, and what other governments can learn from Argentina's pioneering approach.Let's get into it.The Rollup---Newton is the trust layer for autonomous finance. Smart. Secure. Verifiable. Built for a future where AI agents replace apps and interfaces. Learn more here: https://www.magicnewton.com/Get effortless access to crypto's best DeFi yields. Continually rebalanced by AI powered Keepers to earn you more while saving you time and reducing costs. Learn more here: https://summer.fi/earn?referralCode=2000096----Website: https://therollup.co/Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1P6ZeYd9vbF3hJA2n7qoL5?si=7230787bb90947efPodcast: https://therollup.co/category/podcastFollow us on X: https://www.x.com/therollupcoFollow Rob on X: https://www.x.com/robbie_rollupFollow Andy on X: https://www.x.com/ayyyeandyJoin our TG group: https://t.me/+8ARkR_YZixE5YjBhThe Rollup Disclosures: https://therollup.co/the-rollup-discl

Banks have been making money off your deposits while giving you nothing in return. Meanwhile, DePIN networks are building infrastructure that could make these outdated institutions obsolete. All at a fraction of the cost.In today's episode, we sit down with Santiago Roel Santos, founder of Inversion, to explore how stablecoins and decentralized infrastructure are changing everything from banking to physical infrastructure. Santiago's got a bold vision: He thinks stablecoins are set to merge checking, savings, and money markets into one smooth and programmable solution. Inversion bets big on DePIN networks that deliver better data than legacy providers. We cover why the next decade is about aggregating users, tokenomics challenges, and which Web2 sectors are primed for disruption.Let's get into it.The Rollup---Newton is the trust layer for autonomous finance. Smart. Secure. Verifiable. Built for a future where AI agents replace apps and interfaces. Learn more here: https://www.magicnewton.com/Get effortless access to crypto's best DeFi yields. Continually rebalanced by AI powered Keepers to earn you more while saving you time and reducing costs. Learn more here: https://summer.fi/earn?referralCode=2000096----Website: https://therollup.co/Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1P6ZeYd9vbF3hJA2n7qoL5?si=7230787bb90947efPodcast: https://therollup.co/category/podcastFollow us on X: https://www.x.com/therollupcoFollow Rob on X: https://www.x.com/robbie_rollupFollow Andy on X: https://www.x.com/ayyyeandyJoin our TG group: https://t.me/+8ARkR_YZixE5YjBhThe Rollup Disclosures: https://therollup.co/the-rollup-discl

AI agents need data to function, but who actually controls the flow of that data?In this episode, we chat with Marcel from SQD about how decentralized data infrastructure could change the game for the AI agent economy. SQD is building what they call "the Airbnb of databases", a decentralized network of over 3,000 nodes providing data without vendor lock-ins.We dive into why traditional data giants like Snowflake can't support billions of AI agents and how decentralized infrastructure might be the only way to prevent AI superintelligence from being controlled by a handful of tech giants.Let's get into it.The Rollup---Newton is the trust layer for autonomous finance. Smart. Secure. Verifiable. Built for a future where AI agents replace apps and interfaces. Learn more here: https://www.magicnewton.com/Get effortless access to crypto's best DeFi yields. Continually rebalanced by AI powered Keepers to earn you more while saving you time and reducing costs. Learn more here: https://summer.fi/earn?referralCode=2000096----Website: https://therollup.co/Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1P6ZeYd9vbF3hJA2n7qoL5?si=7230787bb90947efPodcast: https://therollup.co/category/podcastFollow us on X: https://www.x.com/therollupcoFollow Rob on X: https://www.x.com/robbie_rollupFollow Andy on X: https://www.x.com/ayyyeandyJoin our TG group: https://t.me/+8ARkR_YZixE5YjBhThe Rollup Disclosures: https://therollup.co/the-rollup-discl

Tarun Chitra digs into how the AI stack is fracturing, and that might be exactly what we need.In today's episode, we chat with Tarun and explore how AI models are becoming specialized tools. He breaks down why O3 excels at reasoning but fails at coding, while Claude handles debugging and Gemini maintains consistency.We dive into AI model management, which sees users becoming managers of specialized teams. We also examine why most crypto-AI projects remain premature while discussing genuine opportunities in edge computing.Let's jump in.The Rollup---Newton is the trust layer for autonomous finance. Smart. Secure. Verifiable. Built for a future where AI agents replace apps and interfaces. Learn more here: https://www.magicnewton.com/Get effortless access to crypto's best DeFi yields. Continually rebalanced by AI powered Keepers to earn you more while saving you time and reducing costs. Learn more here: https://summer.fi/earn?referralCode=2000096----Website: https://therollup.co/Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1P6ZeYd9vbF3hJA2n7qoL5?si=7230787bb90947efPodcast: https://therollup.co/category/podcastFollow us on X: https://www.x.com/therollupcoFollow Rob on X: https://www.x.com/robbie_rollupFollow Andy on X: https://www.x.com/ayyyeandyJoin our TG group: https://t.me/+8ARkR_YZixE5YjBhThe Rollup Disclosures: https://therollup.co/the-rollup-discl

We sat with Haseeb at Permissionless and delve into the complexities of today's crypto market. The conversation explores nominal yields, inflation dynamics, and the stablecoin landscape. We discuss how payment systems are shifting, the growing intersection between crypto and TradFi, and emerging investment trends across the space.The discussion also touches on AI's role in shaping crypto's future and the importance of patience when navigating market fluctuations. Haseeb shares his predictions for where the industry is headed, emphasizing why sustainable growth matters more than short-term revenue plays.The Rollup---Newton is the trust layer for autonomous finance. Smart. Secure. Verifiable. Built for a future where AI agents replace apps and interfaces. Learn more here: https://www.magicnewton.com/Get effortless access to crypto's best DeFi yields. Continually rebalanced by AI powered Keepers to earn you more while saving you time and reducing costs. Learn more here: https://summer.fi/earn?referralCode=2000096----Timestamps00:00 Nominal Yields and Inflation 05:36 The Future of Stablecoins and Payment Systems11:45 The Intersection of Crypto and TradFi17:25 Investment Trends 23:37 The Role of AI in Crypto's Future29:14 Predictions and Market Sentiment 35:24 How Long Will the Revenue Meta Last?Website: https://therollup.co/Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1P6ZeYd9vbF3hJA2n7qoL5?si=7230787bb90947efPodcast: https://therollup.co/category/podcastFollow us on X: https://www.x.com/therollupcoFollow Rob on X: https://www.x.com/robbie_rollupFollow Andy on X: https://www.x.com/ayyyeandyJoin our TG group: https://t.me/+8ARkR_YZixE5YjBhThe Rollup Disclosures: https://therollup.co/the-rollup-discl

The Rollup TV is brought to you by:Boundless: https://beboundless.xyz/AltLayer: https://www.altlayer.io/Mantle: https://www.mantle.xyz/Vertex: https://vertexprotocol.com/Subsquid: https://www.sqd.ai/Summer: https://summer.fi/Join The Rollup Family:Website: https://therollup.co/Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1P6ZeYd..Podcast: https://therollup.co/category/podcastFollow us on X: https://www.x.com/therollupcoFollow Rob on X: https://www.x.com/robbie_rollupFollow Andy on X: https://www.x.com/ayyyeandyJoin our TG group: https://t.me/+8ARkR_YZixE5YjBhThe Rollup Disclosures: https://therollup.co/the-rollup-disclTimestamps00:00 Introduction04:54 Market Trends and Stablecoins07:18 Avi Patel and Kled Controversy18:39 AI and Token Economics30:02 Macro Economic Insights with Will Clemente52:11 Transitioning to New Guests and Topics54:06 Exploring Investment Trends in Crypto and AI55:59 The Future of Security in Crypto Transactions58:47 Self-Custody vs. Custodial Solutions in Crypto01:02:06 Institutional Interest in Staking and ETFs01:06:41 Research Trends and Contrarian Investments in Crypto01:09:06 Debating Proof of Stake and Governance Models01:12:51 Texas Bitcoin Reserve and Legislative Changes01:14:56 Debate on Central Limit Order Books and Infrastructure01:40:07 Exploring Hyperliquid and User Experience01:45:36 Interoperability and Application-Specific Rollups01:50:40 The Future of Composability in DeFi01:58:49 The Role of Trust in Autonomous Finance02:25:58 Agented Commerce and the Future of AI in Finance

DeFi is finally growing up, but is it becoming something completely different in the process?In today's episode, we sit down with Sid Powell, CEO and Co-Founder of Maple, to explore how institutional capital is reshaping decentralized finance. We dive into the stablecoin wars, who's actually tokenizing real assets versus just doing PR, and whether permissioned DeFi is the inevitable future of capital markets.Let's get into it.The Rollup---Newton is the trust layer for autonomous finance. Smart. Secure. Verifiable. Built for a future where AI agents replace apps and interfaces. Learn more here: https://www.magicnewton.com/Get effortless access to crypto's best DeFi yields. Continually rebalanced by AI powered Keepers to earn you more while saving you time and reducing costs. Learn more here: https://summer.fi/earn?referralCode=2000096----Timestamps00:55 Magic Ad01:24 Starknet Ad01:49 Evaluating DeFi Market Metrics04:46 Market's Token Shift08:10 Maple's Partnerships Success11:11 Mantle Ad11:50 SummerFi Ad12:34 Maple Chain Launch?17:01 Sid's Bear Market Advice20:00 Bridging the Institutional GapMaple Socials: https://x.com/maplefinanceMaple Website: https://maple.finance/Sid Powell Socials: https://x.com/syrupsid

Jason Yanowitz, co-founder of Blockworks, joins us today to unveil his frameworks for how crypto media has evolved into multi-million dollar information empires. We discussed:- Why Crypto CPMs Are Higher Than Trad Media- The "Messy Middle" That Kills Most Media Companies- How The House-of-Brands Strategy Really Works- Why People Follow Personalities, Not Publications- Onchain IPOs: The Future of Media Exits?- Using AI To Systemize Your BusinessWe also covered the new age of attention, mediums of content, and how Jason is thinking about the future of tokenizing real companies.Let's get into it.The Rollup---Newton is the trust layer for autonomous finance. Smart. Secure. Verifiable. Built for a future where AI agents replace apps and interfaces. Learn more here: https://www.magicnewton.com/Get effortless access to crypto's best DeFi yields. Continually rebalanced by AI powered Keepers to earn you more while saving you time and reducing costs. Learn more here: https://summer.fi/earn?referralCode=2000096----Timestamps00:00 Intro00:54 Magic Ad 01:22 Starknet Ad01:47 Yanowitz's Crypto Niche Journey06:30 Monetizing Media Companies11:28 New Crypto Media Era 18:51 Locking Media Edge24:18 Maintaining Audience Integrity26:59 Media Exit Plans29:42 SummerFi Ad30:23 Mantle Ad31:04 IPOsOnchain36:43 Institutional Media Opportunities41:51 People vs Brands45:34 Long-Form vs Short-Form Content51:10 A New Medium For Content54:10 Permissionless PlugWebsite: https://therollup.co/Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1P6ZeYd9vbF3hJA2n7qoL5?si=7230787bb90947efPodcast: https://therollup.co/category/podcastFollow us on X: https://www.x.com/therollupcoFollow Rob on X: https://www.x.com/robbie_rollupFollow Andy on X: https://www.x.com/ayyyeandyJoin our TG group: https://t.me/+8ARkR_YZixE5YjBhThe Rollup Disclosures: https://therollup.co/the-rollup-discl

The Rollup TV is brought to you by:Boundless: https://beboundless.xyz/AltLayer: https://www.altlayer.io/Mantle: https://www.mantle.xyz/Vertex: https://vertexprotocol.com/Subsquid: https://www.sqd.ai/Summer: https://summer.fi/Join The Rollup Family:Website: https://therollup.co/Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1P6ZeYd..Podcast: https://therollup.co/category/podcastFollow us on X: https://www.x.com/therollupcoFollow Rob on X: https://www.x.com/robbie_rollupFollow Andy on X: https://www.x.com/ayyyeandyJoin our TG group: https://t.me/+8ARkR_YZixE5YjBhThe Rollup Disclosures: https://therollup.co/the-rollup-disclTimestamps00:00 Introduction and Format Changes06:05 Meme Tweets and Community Engagement09:58 Market Analysis: Stablecoins and Trends11:22 Guest Segment: Trading Insights with Jake27:28 Security Concerns in Crypto29:10 Guest Segment: Insights from Reagan on Market Trends52:29 Exploring Zero-Knowledge Technology and Its Applications56:19 The Rise of Stablecoins in Emerging Markets59:38 The Future of Payment Solutions with Stablecoins01:03:57 Building Native Rollups and Their Impact on Ethereum01:09:51 The Shift Towards Revenue in DeFi Protocols01:23:19 Navigating Challenges in the Crypto Landscape01:34:28 Innovations in Internet Capital Markets with Dupe

TraderMayne, co-founder of Breakout and an OG influencer, joins us today to discuss the state of the markets and how he is positioning for 2025.We discuss who actually moves markets, whether institutions will kill CT influence, and what it takes to identify if you're actually good at trading versus just lucky. We also ask him about the dispersion in performance across many tokens, his takes on Hyperliquid, Fartcoin, SPX6900 and more.Not our usual cup of tea, but it was a fun conversation.TraderMayne shares the craziest stories from his prop firm Breakout, and why he chose to lean into building a prop firm to help new traders get off the ground in crypto.Let's get into it.The Rollup---Newton is the trust layer for autonomous finance. Smart. Secure. Verifiable. Built for a future where AI agents replace apps and interfaces. Learn more here: https://www.magicnewton.com/----Timestamps00:00 Intro00:48 Magic Ad01:17 Trump News Cycles04:38 Token Saturation?06:39 Thoughts on Movement Coin10:49 Gainsy's Trading Approach15:26 Starkware Ad15:49 Mantle Ad16:30 Building Breakout24:40 HYPE vs Fartcoin27:53 Trader AlphaWebsite: https://therollup.co/Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1P6ZeYd9vbF3hJA2n7qoL5?si=7230787bb90947efPodcast: https://therollup.co/category/podcastFollow us on X: https://www.x.com/therollupcoFollow Rob on X: https://www.x.com/robbie_rollupFollow Andy on X: https://www.x.com/ayyyeandyJoin our TG group: https://t.me/+8ARkR_YZixE5YjBhThe Rollup Disclosures: https://therollup.co/the-rollup-discl

The Rollup TV is brought to you by:Boundless: https://beboundless.xyz/AltLayer: https://www.altlayer.io/Mantle: https://www.mantle.xyz/Vertex: https://vertexprotocol.com/Subsquid: https://www.sqd.ai/Summer: https://summer.fi/Join The Rollup Family:Website: https://therollup.co/Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1P6ZeYd..Podcast: https://therollup.co/category/podcastFollow us on X: https://www.x.com/therollupcoFollow Rob on X: https://www.x.com/robbie_rollupFollow Andy on X: https://www.x.com/ayyyeandyJoin our TG group: https://t.me/+8ARkR_YZixE5YjBhThe Rollup Disclosures: https://therollup.co/the-rollup-disclTimestamps00:00 Global Tensions and Market Reactions04:40 Coinbase and Military Sponsorship Controversy06:09 Hyperliquid: The New Crypto Sensation?09:30 Eigen Layer and the Future of Decentralized Apps11:54 Kraken's New L2 Token: Ink and Market Dynamics15:19 AI Investments and Market Insights39:23 Market Analysis with TraderMain46:21 Market Sentiment and Altcoin Dynamics49:34 The Role of Movement Coins in Trading52:28 The Meme Coin Phenomenon and Its Implications53:51 Trading Strategies: Gainzy vs. Ansem58:22 The Evolution of Breakout and Prop Trading01:04:33 Diversifying Income in Crypto01:06:31 Comparative Analysis of Fart Coin and Hype Coin01:11:46 Market Positioning Ahead of FOMC01:14:10 Revenue Models in Crypto01:22:05 WorldCoin's Potential and User Distribution01:31:21 CoinFund's Investment Insights and Success Stories

The Rollup TV is brought to you by:Boundless: https://beboundless.xyz/AltLayer: https://www.altlayer.io/Mantle: https://www.mantle.xyz/Vertex: https://vertexprotocol.com/Subsquid: https://www.sqd.ai/Summer: https://summer.fi/Join The Rollup Family:Website: https://therollup.co/Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1P6ZeYd..Podcast: https://therollup.co/category/podcastFollow us on X: https://www.x.com/therollupcoFollow Rob on X: https://www.x.com/robbie_rollupFollow Andy on X: https://www.x.com/ayyyeandyJoin our TG group: https://t.me/+8ARkR_YZixE5YjBhThe Rollup Disclosures: https://therollup.co/the-rollup-disclTimestamps00:00 Introduction to The Roll Up TV and Guests01:13 Recent Market Developments and Token Collapses03:39 Bybit's Hybrid DEX Announcement06:05 ETF Filings and Staking Language09:00 Trump and Tron Going Public11:50 Introduction to Himanshu and Sentient12:35 The Vision Behind Sentient and Decentralized AI18:20 The Importance of Verification in AI24:29 Challenges in AI and Crypto Integration28:20 Innovative Projects within the Sentient Ecosystem33:05 DC Builder and Zero Knowledge Machine Learning40:56 Proof of Personhood and the Future of Identity44:33 Decentralized Identity and ZK Technologies50:02 AI in Crypto: Current Landscape and Innovations54:42 The Future of Identity Platforms and User Privacy01:00:08 Blockchain Bottlenecks: Execution vs. Consensus01:05:45 Institutional Interest Beyond Ethereum01:08:32 The Dynamics of On-Chain Speculation01:12:14 The Role of Wallets in User Retention01:18:52 The Future of Stablecoins and AI Integration01:28:51 The Future of Payments: Stablecoins vs. Real-Time Payment Networks01:35:33 The Role of FinTech in Crypto Payments01:36:30 Understanding the Value of Tokens in Crypto01:49:03 JP Morgan's Entry into Stablecoins01:52:20 Building a Brand: Azuki and the Anime Industry

Rune Christensen, co-founder of what was once MakerDAO and is now the Sky Ecosystem, joined us to answer timely questions about one of DeFi's most dramatic protocol transformations.With a renewed focus on revenue (and a ton of ground to show for it - to the tune of $99M in Q1), Sky is poised to have a big rest of the year.We discussed how SKY staking offers real yield through protocol revenue, USDS has growth to $8 billion in circulation, Sky's expansion across Layer 2s, and how Rune is thinking about growing the company.Return to fundamentals is happening in real time.The Rollup---Newton is the trust layer for autonomous finance. Smart. Secure. Verifiable. Built for a future where AI agents replace apps and interfaces. Learn more here: https://www.magicnewton.com/----Website: https://therollup.co/Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1P6ZeYd9vbF3hJA2n7qoL5?si=7230787bb90947efPodcast: https://therollup.co/category/podcastFollow us on X: https://www.x.com/therollupcoFollow Rob on X: https://www.x.com/robbie_rollupFollow Andy on X: https://www.x.com/ayyyeandyJoin our TG group: https://t.me/+8ARkR_YZixE5YjBhThe Rollup Disclosures: https://therollup.co/the-rollup-discl

The "institutions are coming". This meme has been crypto's biggest false promise, but the truth behind it is more complicated than most people think.In today's episode, we chat with Pranov from VanEck about how institutional money really enters crypto. We explore the shift from traditional venture approaches to a focus on liquid tokens as companies start launching tokens instead of IPOs.Pranov argues the revenue meta is binary. Either crypto becomes legitimate through real business models, or it stays stuck as just a speculative market forever.Let's get into it.The Rollup---Newton is the trust layer for autonomous finance. Smart. Secure. Verifiable. Built for a future where AI agents replace apps and interfaces. Learn more here: https://www.magicnewton.com/----Website: https://therollup.co/Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1P6ZeYd9vbF3hJA2n7qoL5?si=7230787bb90947efPodcast: https://therollup.co/category/podcastFollow us on X: https://www.x.com/therollupcoFollow Rob on X: https://www.x.com/robbie_rollupFollow Andy on X: https://www.x.com/ayyyeandyJoin our TG group: https://t.me/+8ARkR_YZixE5YjBhThe Rollup Disclosures: https://therollup.co/the-rollup-discl

The Rollup TV is brought to you by:Celestia: https://celestia.org/Boundless: https://beboundless.xyz/AltLayer: https://www.altlayer.io/Mantle: https://www.mantle.xyz/Omni Network: https://omni.network/Vertex: https://vertexprotocol.com/Join The Rollup Family:Website: https://therollup.co/Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1P6ZeYd..Podcast: https://therollup.co/category/podcastFollow us on X: https://www.x.com/therollupcoFollow Rob on X: https://www.x.com/robbie_rollupFollow Andy on X: https://www.x.com/ayyyeandyJoin our TG group: https://t.me/+8ARkR_YZixE5YjBhThe Rollup Disclosures: https://therollup.co/the-rollup-disclTimestamps00:00 Introduction to the Roll Up TV and Guests02:10 Regulatory Developments in DeFi09:17 Hot Takes on Crypto Networks and Moats13:41 Insights from Dimitri on VC Landscape18:00 Quantum Computing and Its Impact on Bitcoin24:30 The Rise of Decentralized Physical Infrastructure Networks30:14 Future of AI and Decentralized Compute36:08 Discussion with DeFi Dad on Ethereum and DeFi Market43:13 Ethereum's Resilience and User Perspective45:41 Innovations in DeFi and New Financial Primitives53:11 The Future of Airdrops and Marketing Strategies01:05:43 Leadership Transition and the ZK Market01:10:05 The Rise of ZK Technology and Its Implications01:19:34 Privacy in ZK Applications and Future Use Cases01:28:25 Real-Time Proving and Performance Milestones01:30:17 The Role of Zero-Knowledge Proofs in Crypto01:31:46 Understanding Chaos Labs and Oracle Problems01:39:21 Resilience in DeFi Protocols01:42:40 The Rise of Central Limit Order Books01:48:45 Solana ETFs and Institutional Interest in Crypto01:51:05 The Evolution of Crypto Media and DeFi Coverage02:04:12 Ethereum Foundation's Shift Towards DeFi

The Rollup TV is brought to you by:Celestia: https://celestia.org/Boundless: https://beboundless.xyz/AltLayer: https://www.altlayer.io/Mantle: https://www.mantle.xyz/Omni Network: https://omni.network/Vertex: https://vertexprotocol.com/Join The Rollup Family:Website: https://therollup.co/Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1P6ZeYd..Podcast: https://therollup.co/category/podcastFollow us on X: https://www.x.com/therollupcoFollow Rob on X: https://www.x.com/robbie_rollupFollow Andy on X: https://www.x.com/ayyyeandyJoin our TG group: https://t.me/+8ARkR_YZixE5YjBhThe Rollup Disclosures: https://therollup.co/the-rollup-disclTimestamps00:00 Introduction to DeFi and Recent Headlines02:12 SEC Talks and Market Structure Bill05:09 Regulatory Clarity and Its Implications06:09 Demand for New Tokens and ICOs08:26 Convergence of Markets and Media11:24 Introduction of Rune and Maker's Evolution19:02 Circle's IPO and Its Impact on the Industry21:25 Sky's Business Model and User Base24:37 Targeting Mercenary Capital in DeFi27:27 Sky Agent Framework and Its Functionality33:30 DeFi Interoperability and Notable Projects35:53 Navigating the Risk Framework for Profit Generation38:09 The Exponential Bet on Star Ecosystems40:01 The Future of Stablecoins and AI in Finance41:49 The Resurgence of DeFi and Institutional Interest45:32 Innovative On-Chain Applications and Yield Opportunities49:23 The Role of Ethereum Foundation in DeFi52:12 Building an Incubator for Ethereum Startups54:33 The State of Interoperability in Blockchain01:01:03 Evaluating the Future of Layer 1s and Applications01:12:56 The Stablecoin Boom and Investment Opportunities01:17:21 IPO Trends in Crypto and On-Chain IPOs01:21:11 The Rise of New Founders in Crypto01:26:08 Vibes and Financialization: The Degenification of Society01:41:32 User Experience in Crypto Apps and Wallets

Stablecoin fragmentation is getting worse before it gets better, and that's exactly where the biggest opportunities lie.In today's episode, we sit down with Ryne, the founder of Eco to explore how stablecoins have become crypto's most successful product and why their fragmentation across chains creates massive opportunities.We cover why new issuers are challenging Tether and Circle, how purpose-built chains are optimizing for stablecoin flows, and Eco's vision of becoming the "Visa of stablecoins" by letting users hold stables anywhere and spend them everywhere with one-click simplicity.Let's get into it.The Rollup---Newton is the trust layer for autonomous finance. Smart. Secure. Verifiable. Built for a future where AI agents replace apps and interfaces. Learn more here: https://www.magicnewton.com/----Website: https://therollup.co/Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1P6ZeYd9vbF3hJA2n7qoL5?si=7230787bb90947efPodcast: https://therollup.co/category/podcastFollow us on X: https://www.x.com/therollupcoFollow Rob on X: https://www.x.com/robbie_rollupFollow Andy on X: https://www.x.com/ayyyeandyJoin our TG group: https://t.me/+8ARkR_YZixE5YjBhThe Rollup Disclosures: https://therollup.co/the-rollup-discl

The Rollup TV is brought to you by:Celestia: https://celestia.org/Boundless: https://beboundless.xyz/AltLayer: https://www.altlayer.io/Mantle: https://www.mantle.xyz/Omni Network: https://omni.network/Vertex: https://vertexprotocol.com/Join The Rollup Family:Website: https://therollup.co/Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1P6ZeYd..Podcast: https://therollup.co/category/podcastFollow us on X: https://www.x.com/therollupcoFollow Rob on X: https://www.x.com/robbie_rollupFollow Andy on X: https://www.x.com/ayyyeandyJoin our TG group: https://t.me/+8ARkR_YZixE5YjBhThe Rollup Disclosures: https://therollup.co/the-rollup-disclTimestamps00:00 Trump's Crypto Wallet Launch03:08 The Death of the Crypto Foundation Model06:09 Ethereum's New Model and Strategic Goals09:03 The Future of Ethereum and Its Competition11:49 Delphi's AI Month and Investment Strategies18:05 Building on Athena: The Ethereal Project42:10 The Evolving Landscape of On-Chain Trading43:08 Innovative Features and User Engagement45:58 Building a Vertically Integrated DeFi Ecosystem49:23 Liquidity Challenges and Strategies52:20 User Base and Market Positioning56:08 Iterative Product Development and Success01:00:52 Balancing Adoption and Revenue Generation01:06:31 Institutional Relationships and Tokenization01:10:50 Future of Stablecoins and Market Trends01:25:15 The Rise of Hyper Liquid Trading01:27:11 Shifting Perspectives on Crypto Foundations01:28:36 The Future of Tokenomics and Revenue Generation01:34:39 Founders' Evolving Approach to Business Models01:38:06 New Hampshire: A Hidden Crypto Hub?01:40:34 The Importance of Revenue in Crypto Projects01:43:25 Comparing Ethereum and Solana Events01:45:23 The Lore of Lawrence and Wildcat's Unique Marketing01:51:50 Innovations in Under-Collateralized Lending01:56:58 The Future of Liquidation Mechanisms in DeFi

Felix Jauvin AKA 'Fejau', Host of Forward Guidance Podcast, joins us today to answer questions about the macro outlook, fiscal dominance, Bitcoin & Gold, and what's coming next in the global markets.What happens when the obvious Bitcoin play everyone saw coming actually works? In this convo we explore his viral "BTC: The Trade After the Trade" thesis and whether it holds up heading into July.We cover tariff policy, black swan indicators, and what macro signals sophisticated traders actually track. Felix breaks down which crypto companies could accelerate GDP growth and connects federal policy to market cycles in ways that reshape how we think about this bull run.Let's get into it.The RollupNewton is the trust layer for autonomous finance. Smart. Secure. Verifiable. Built for a future where AI agents replace apps and interfaces. Learn more here: https://www.magicnewton.com/Website: https://therollup.co/Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1P6ZeYd9vbF3hJA2n7qoL5?si=7230787bb90947efPodcast: https://therollup.co/category/podcastFollow us on X: https://www.x.com/therollupcoFollow Rob on X: https://www.x.com/robbie_rollupFollow Andy on X: https://www.x.com/ayyyeandyJoin our TG group: https://t.me/+8ARkR_YZixE5YjBhThe Rollup Disclosures: https://therollup.co/the-rollup-discl

Mike Dudas, general partner at 6th man ventures, answers some intriguing questions about his views on revenue, apps, and memes.One general trend was made clear throughout the conversation: The era of valueless tokens is ending and the market is shifting its focus toward actual value creation.We also explore how crypto is maturing beyond pure speculation. Mike shares his insights on why buyback models are becoming the new standard and how platforms like Hyperliquid are setting the template for sustainable tokenomics.We dive into his contrarian take on backing consumer apps rather than the overhyped infrastructure projects, the rise of the crypto app economy, and why the combination of real revenue and token utility is creating unprecedented opportunities.This conversation reveals why we're entering crypto's most promising era yet where substance finally wins over speculation.Let's get into it.The RollupNewton is the trust layer for autonomous finance. Smart. Secure. Verifiable. Built for a future where AI agents replace apps and interfaces. Learn more here: https://www.magicnewton.com/Website: https://therollup.co/Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1P6ZeYd9vbF3hJA2n7qoL5?si=7230787bb90947efPodcast: https://therollup.co/category/podcastFollow us on X: https://www.x.com/therollupcoFollow Rob on X: https://www.x.com/robbie_rollupFollow Andy on X: https://www.x.com/ayyyeandyJoin our TG group: https://t.me/+8ARkR_YZixE5YjBhThe Rollup Disclosures: https://therollup.co/the-rollup-discl

The Rollup TV is brought to you by:Celestia: https://celestia.org/Boundless: https://beboundless.xyz/AltLayer: https://www.altlayer.io/Mantle: https://www.mantle.xyz/Omni Network: https://omni.network/Vertex: https://vertexprotocol.com/Join The Rollup Family:Website: https://therollup.co/Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1P6ZeYd..Podcast: https://therollup.co/category/podcastFollow us on X: https://www.x.com/therollupcoFollow Rob on X: https://www.x.com/robbie_rollupFollow Andy on X: https://www.x.com/ayyyeandyJoin our TG group: https://t.me/+8ARkR_YZixE5YjBhThe Rollup Disclosures: https://therollup.co/the-rollup-disclTimestamps00:00 Trump's Crypto Wallet Launch03:08 The Death of the Crypto Foundation Model06:09 Ethereum's New Model and Strategic Goals09:03 The Future of Ethereum and Its Competition11:49 Delphi's AI Month and Investment Strategies18:05 Building on Athena: The Ethereal Project42:10 The Evolving Landscape of On-Chain Trading43:08 Innovative Features and User Engagement45:58 Building a Vertically Integrated DeFi Ecosystem49:23 Liquidity Challenges and Strategies52:20 User Base and Market Positioning56:08 Iterative Product Development and Success01:00:52 Balancing Adoption and Revenue Generation01:06:31 Institutional Relationships and Tokenization01:10:50 Future of Stablecoins and Market Trends01:25:15 The Rise of Hyper Liquid Trading01:27:11 Shifting Perspectives on Crypto Foundations01:28:36 The Future of Tokenomics and Revenue Generation01:34:39 Founders' Evolving Approach to Business Models01:38:06 New Hampshire: A Hidden Crypto Hub?01:40:34 The Importance of Revenue in Crypto Projects01:43:25 Comparing Ethereum and Solana Events01:45:23 The Lore of Lawrence and Wildcat's Unique Marketing01:51:50 Innovations in Under-Collateralized Lending01:56:58 The Future of Liquidation Mechanisms in DeFi

The Rollup TV : Monday, June 2ndTimestamps00:00 Concentrated Liquidity and Trading Dynamics02:52 Community Building vs. Customer Generation06:08 Navigating Pre and Post TGE Strategies09:01 The Role of Oracles in DeFi11:55 Yield Opportunities in DeFi14:45 Hidden Gems and Overlooked Yields18:01 Balancing Risk and Return in DeFi21:04 Starting in DeFi: Tips for Newcomers36:46 Jacquelyn Intro and the Avalanche Summit39:01 Insights from Vlad at Robinhood41:23 Policymakers and the Future of Crypto44:10 Understanding the Anti-Crypto Sentiment46:31 Founding Token Relations49:11 The Role of Token Relations51:42 Macro Analysis and Its Impact on Crypto54:32 Fiscal Dominance and Bitcoin's Future01:00:46 Global Trade Dynamics and Bitcoin's Position01:05:22 July and August Market Predictions01:12:52 Navigating Fiscal Deficits and Currency Dynamics01:16:14 The Unsustainable Fiscal Path and Hyperinflation Concerns01:18:41 Running the Economy Hot01:22:36 Tariff Policies and Capital Controls01:23:39 The Rise of BRICS and Dollar Diversification01:24:37 Evaluating the Dollar Milkshake Theory01:26:07 Market Predictions and Seasonal Trends01:29:14 Multiplier: A New Player in DeFi01:35:10 User Experience and Conversion Strategies in DeFi01:42:07 Building a Successful Crypto BusinessThe Rollup TV is brought to you by:Celestia: https://celestia.org/Boundless: https://beboundless.xyz/AltLayer: https://www.altlayer.io/Mantle: https://www.mantle.xyz/Omni Network: https://omni.network/Vertex: https://vertexprotocol.com/Join The Rollup Family:Website: https://therollup.co/Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1P6ZeYd..Podcast: https://therollup.co/category/podcastFollow us on X: https://www.x.com/therollupcoFollow Rob on X: https://www.x.com/robbie_rollupFollow Andy on X: https://www.x.com/ayyyeandyJoin our TG group: https://t.me/+8ARkR_YZixE5YjBhThe Rollup Disclosures: https://therollup.co/the-rollup-discl

FinTech is just lipstick on a pig. Same banks, same problems, better UI.In today's episode, we sit down with Sid Gandhi, CEO of PolyBase Labs, who's building Payy. Their mission is to bring money you actually own and can use. While everyone chases meme coins, Sid is solving real problems: frozen Venmo accounts, inaccessible financial services, and crypto's coming Cambridge Analytica moment. We explore Payy's gasless transactions, zero-fee fiat on/off-ramping, and positioning as infrastructure for companies like Robinhood.Let's get into it.The Rollup---Newton is the trust layer for autonomous finance. Smart. Secure. Verifiable. Built for a future where AI agents replace apps and interfaces. Learn more here: https://www.magicnewton.com/----Website: https://therollup.co/Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1P6ZeYd9vbF3hJA2n7qoL5?si=7230787bb90947efPodcast: https://therollup.co/category/podcastFollow us on X: https://www.x.com/therollupcoFollow Rob on X: https://www.x.com/robbie_rollupFollow Andy on X: https://www.x.com/ayyyeandyJoin our TG group: https://t.me/+8ARkR_YZixE5YjBhThe Rollup Disclosures: https://therollup.co/the-rollup-discl

Trading psychology meets crypto's most explosive new ecosystem. In today's episode, we sit down with Flood, founder of Insilico Trading, to explore Hyperliquid and what separates traders who make it from those who crash out.We dive into the James Wynn phenomenon – zero to $87 million in 70 days, then losing almost everything in five. Flood breaks down the psychology behind these swings and reveals what true obsession looks like in trading.We also cover why Hyperliquid could flip Solana and Binance, Flood's controversial Solana take, and rapid-fire predictions on institutional adoption.Let's get into it.The Rollup---Newton is the trust layer for autonomous finance. Smart. Secure. Verifiable. Built for a future where AI agents replace apps and interfaces. Learn more here: https://www.magicnewton.com/----Website: https://therollup.co/Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1P6ZeYd9vbF3hJA2n7qoL5?si=7230787bb90947efPodcast: https://therollup.co/category/podcastFollow us on X: https://www.x.com/therollupcoFollow Rob on X: https://www.x.com/robbie_rollupFollow Andy on X: https://www.x.com/ayyyeandyJoin our TG group: https://t.me/+8ARkR_YZixE5YjBhThe Rollup Disclosures: https://therollup.co/the-rollup-discl

The era of "build it and they will come" is over. Crypto projects need real revenue, real users, and real sustainability. Or they just won't survive.In this episode, we chat with Kenny from Manta about the shift happening in the industry. No longer are we just experimenting; it's all about finding product-market fit. We dig into why DeFi is still crypto's biggest use case, how L2s are slowly becoming irrelevant, and why starting with centralized products might just be the answer to mass onchain adoption.Kenny explains why projects should think like Robin Hood instead of pure web3 natives, shares Manta's evolution from Polkadot L1 to Ethereum L2, and breaks down how revenue generation is reshaping builder mindsets across the space.Let's get into it.---Newton is the trust layer for autonomous finance. Smart. Secure. Verifiable. Built for a future where AI agents replace apps and interfaces. Learn more here: https://www.magicnewton.com/----Website: https://therollup.co/Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1P6ZeYd9vbF3hJA2n7qoL5?si=7230787bb90947efPodcast: https://therollup.co/category/podcastFollow us on X: https://www.x.com/therollupcoFollow Rob on X: https://www.x.com/robbie_rollupFollow Andy on X: https://www.x.com/ayyyeandyJoin our TG group: https://t.me/+8ARkR_YZixE5YjBhThe Rollup Disclosures: https://therollup.co/the-rollup-discl

AI agents handling your money sounds terrifying, until you realize the alternative is trusting humans with complex DeFi strategies.In today's episode, we sit down with Sean Li, founder of Newton & Magic, to explore how verifiable AI agents could transform crypto UX forever. Sean's building AI that executes financial transactions while proving every step cryptographically.We dive into why 80% of DApp interfaces might disappear into natural language prompts and how Newton creates trusted agents through confidential compute and guardrails. This isn't about replacing traders. it's about democratizing sophisticated strategies while maintaining verifiable proof.Let's jump after it.The RollupCheck all Mammoth May

The Rollup TV presents: Mammoth May.The Rollup TV is brought to you by:Celestia: https://celestia.org/Boundless: https://beboundless.xyz/AltLayer: https://www.altlayer.io/Mantle: https://www.mantle.xyz/Omni Network: https://omni.network/Vertex: https://vertexprotocol.com/Frax: https://frax.com/Join The Rollup Family:Website: https://therollup.co/Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1P6ZeYd..Podcast: https://therollup.co/category/podcastFollow us on X: https://www.x.com/therollupcoFollow Rob on X: https://www.x.com/robbie_rollupFollow Andy on X: https://www.x.com/ayyyeandyJoin our TG group: https://t.me/+8ARkR_YZixE5YjBhThe Rollup Disclosures: https://therollup.co/the-rollup-discl

The dollar is going on-chain.In this episode, we sit down with Sam Kazemian and Stani Kulechov to unpack the Genius Act, a pivotal piece of legislation that could turn stablecoins into legal money.We explore what this means, why banks are against it, and how Frax and Aave are positioning for the shift. Sam talks FRAX USD and why stablecoins and AI are the hottest sectors right now. Stani shares why securities tokens could soon become the biggest onchain asset class. While Stablecoins are just 1.1% of USD today, that may not last.Let's get into it.The RollupCheck all Mammoth May

The Rollup TV presents: Mammoth May.The Rollup TV is brought to you by:Celestia: https://celestia.org/Boundless: https://beboundless.xyz/AltLayer: https://www.altlayer.io/Mantle: https://www.mantle.xyz/Omni Network: https://omni.network/Vertex: https://vertexprotocol.com/Frax: https://frax.com/Join The Rollup Family:Website: https://therollup.co/Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1P6ZeYd..Podcast: https://therollup.co/category/podcastFollow us on X: https://www.x.com/therollupcoFollow Rob on X: https://www.x.com/robbie_rollupFollow Andy on X: https://www.x.com/ayyyeandyJoin our TG group: https://t.me/+8ARkR_YZixE5YjBhThe Rollup Disclosures: https://therollup.co/the-rollup-discl

Jordi Alexander, founder of Selini & Chief Alchemist at Mantle sat down with us to discuss a wide variety of pressing topics.We explore everything from loan-call option models that set the stage for token dumps to MicroStrategy's risky auction dynamic.Jordi shares why Bitcoin still stands as the only true macro asset, why ETH is struggling, and why the summer might not be as bullish as everyone thinks. With Japan's bond crisis and central banks facing impossible choices, understanding these macroeconomic dynamics becomes crucial.This conversation connects market structure, game theory, and macro trends driving crypto markets.Enjoy. The RollupCheck all Mammoth May

The Rollup TV presents: Mammoth May.The Rollup TV is brought to you by:Celestia: https://celestia.org/Boundless: https://beboundless.xyz/AltLayer: https://www.altlayer.io/Mantle: https://www.mantle.xyz/Omni Network: https://omni.network/Vertex: https://vertexprotocol.com/Frax: https://frax.com/Join The Rollup Family:Website: https://therollup.co/Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1P6ZeYd..Podcast: https://therollup.co/category/podcastFollow us on X: https://www.x.com/therollupcoFollow Rob on X: https://www.x.com/robbie_rollupFollow Andy on X: https://www.x.com/ayyyeandyJoin our TG group: https://t.me/+8ARkR_YZixE5YjBhThe Rollup Disclosures: https://therollup.co/the-rollup-discl

Haseeb Qureshi, managing partner at Dragonfly, answers some tough questions with a variety of topics relevant to the market today.In today's episode of Mammoth May, we talk about:Hunting early-stage gems at Dragonfly while giants like Nakamoto raise $710M for passive BTC exposureWhat Brian Armstrong understood to take Coinbase to the S&P 500Whether Robinhood can outmaneuver Solana (or vice versa)How Haseeb would respond to Hyperliquid's $6.7B open interest if he were CZLasting insights from Balaji that still shape his life todayThe Rollup---Newton is the trust layer for autonomous finance. Smart. Secure. Verifiable. Built for a future where AI agents replace apps and interfaces. Learn more here: https://www.magicnewton.com/----Join The Rollup Edge: https://members.therollup.coWebsite: https://therollup.co/Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1P6ZeYd..Podcast: https://therollup.co/category/podcastFollow us on X: https://www.x.com/therollupcoFollow Rob on X: https://www.x.com/robbie_rollupFollow Andy on X: https://www.x.com/ayyyeandyJoin our TG group: https://t.me/+8ARkR_YZixE5YjBhThe Rollup Disclosures: https://therollup.co/the-rollup-discl

The real scalability bottleneck isn't computation, it's communication.In today's episode, we tackle crypto's real scalability bottleneck with Austin Federa, co-founder of DoubleZero.Austin, who was the Strategy lead at Solana, walks us through a crucial issue that impacts blockchain performance: network latency. While improvements in validator software are making a difference, the underlying network delays still limit the system's overall efficiency. Subtle (but big) problem.Double Zero is building a specialized private network using technologies like multicast, the same approach high-frequency traders use. By focusing on optimizing communication, they're opening the door to massive improvements in throughput and fairness.We explore how these infrastructure challenges tie into regional fairness, and how this could change the game for crypto performance.Let's get into it.---Newton is the trust layer for autonomous finance. Smart. Secure. Verifiable. Built for a future where AI agents replace apps and interfaces. Learn more here: https://www.magicnewton.com/----Join The Rollup Edge: https://members.therollup.coWebsite: https://therollup.co/Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1P6ZeYd..Podcast: https://therollup.co/category/podcastFollow us on X: https://www.x.com/therollupcoFollow Rob on X: https://www.x.com/robbie_rollupFollow Andy on X: https://www.x.com/ayyyeandyJoin our TG group: https://t.me/+8ARkR_YZixE5YjBhThe Rollup Disclosures: https://therollup.co/the-rollup-discl

The Rollup TV presents: Mammoth May.The Rollup TV is brought to you by:Celestia: https://celestia.org/Boundless: https://beboundless.xyz/AltLayer: https://www.altlayer.io/Mantle: https://www.mantle.xyz/Omni Network: https://omni.network/Vertex: https://vertexprotocol.com/Frax: https://frax.com/Join The Rollup Family:Website: https://therollup.co/Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1P6ZeYd..Podcast: https://therollup.co/category/podcastFollow us on X: https://www.x.com/therollupcoFollow Rob on X: https://www.x.com/robbie_rollupFollow Andy on X: https://www.x.com/ayyyeandyJoin our TG group: https://t.me/+8ARkR_YZixE5YjBhThe Rollup Disclosures: https://therollup.co/the-rollup-discl

While other L2s fight technical battles, Abstract is creating something entirely different: a "digital Disneyland" that's all about fun.In today's episode, we chat with Luca Netz and Michael Lee "Cash Bowie," to explore how this playful approach is driving real traction:- Portal is bringing 25,000+ users to quality apps in a snap- Builders with solid monetization are generating $500K+ monthly- The Pudgy Penguins playbook is catching the eye of top global brandsFrom distribution to consumer crypto, and everything in between, you'll get the full picture of the Abstract playbook.Let's jump in.---Newton is the trust layer for autonomous finance. Smart. Secure. Verifiable. Built for a future where AI agents replace apps and interfaces. Learn more here: https://www.magicnewton.com/----

Is blockchain opening doors for Indie creators?In today's second episode of Mammoth May, we chat with Viktoriya Hying from B3 about building on-chain gaming that puts players first. After helping launch Base at Coinbase, her team realized that gaming could be the killer use case to bring millions on-chain.But here's the catch: closed systems trap users while indie devs struggle for funding. B3's answer? A "basement" for discovering cross-chain games with the infrastructure to let indie creators build without needing millions in funding.We get into why gaming needs its own specialized tools and how the real innovation is likely to come from indie devs, not from blockchain slapped onto AAA titles.Let's get into it.

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In today's episode, we chat with Alex Tapscott, co-author of "Blockchain Revolution" – the book that kicked off so many crypto journeys back in 2016. Alex shares how a ski trip conversation with his father evolved into pioneering work that shaped the industry.We explore crypto's path dependency through major events and why Trump's election could be the final domino for Bitcoin adoption. Alex breaks down institutional strategies and the shift happening now: how regulatory changes, tech advancements, and evolving business mindsets are signalling a crucial inflection point for the space.Looking ahead, Alex points to tokenization and AI integration as the real game-changers, moving crypto beyond speculation into something that's actually transforming the world.Let's get into it.---Newton is the trust layer for autonomous finance. Smart. Secure. Verifiable. Built for a future where AI agents replace apps and interfaces. Learn more here: https://www.magicnewton.xyz----Join The Rollup Edge: https://members.therollup.coWebsite: https://therollup.co/Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1P6ZeYd..Podcast: https://therollup.co/category/podcastFollow us on X: https://www.x.com/therollupcoFollow Rob on X: https://www.x.com/robbie_rollupFollow Andy on X: https://www.x.com/ayyyeandyJoin our TG group: https://t.me/+8ARkR_YZixE5YjBhThe Rollup Disclosures: https://therollup.co/the-rollup-discl

Impermanent loss: crypto's most misnamed problem that has permanently damaged countless liquidity provider portfolios.In today's episode, Curve founder Michael Egorov reveals his new project, Yield Basis, aimed at eliminating DeFi's persistent impermanent loss problem.Michael takes us through how his approach uses constant leverage on liquidity tokens to produce Bitcoin yield, without the usual LP risks. His model gives users a choice: earn real yield or governance tokens, with the potential to unlock a more sustainable Bitcoin yield.Let's get into it.Join The Rollup Edge: https://members.therollup.coWebsite: https://therollup.co/Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1P6ZeYd..Podcast: https://therollup.co/category/podcastFollow us on X: https://www.x.com/therollupcoFollow Rob on X: https://www.x.com/robbie_rollupFollow Andy on X: https://www.x.com/ayyyeandyJoin our TG group: https://t.me/+8ARkR_YZixE5YjBhThe Rollup Disclosures: https://therollup.co/the-rollup-discl

AI and crypto are evolving together, but not without a few missteps along the way.In today's episode, we chat with Wei Dai from 1kx and Tarun Chitra from Gauntlet about what went wrong with the first generation of crypto AI agents and why reasoning models are bringing about a shift.We explore DeepSeek's revolutionary approach to cost optimization, the potential of MCP as "HTTP for agents," and why crypto's experience with security is so crucial here. The discussion spans from the distant horizon of quantum computing to the very real opportunities in compute economics.Our guests explain how AI's cost revolution parallels crypto's disruption of financial services and why decentralized computing might be the next big challenge. Let's dive into this conversation at the intersection of two transformative technologies.---Newton is the trust layer for autonomous finance. Smart. Secure. Verifiable. Built for a future where AI agents replace apps and interfaces. Learn more here: https://www.magicnewton.xyz----Join The Rollup Edge: https://members.therollup.coWebsite: https://therollup.co/Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1P6ZeYd..Podcast: https://therollup.co/category/podcastFollow us on X: https://www.x.com/therollupcoFollow Rob on X: https://www.x.com/robbie_rollupFollow Andy on X: https://www.x.com/ayyyeandyJoin our TG group: https://t.me/+8ARkR_YZixE5YjBhThe Rollup Disclosures: https://therollup.co/the-rollup-discl

Trump, Powell, and global tariffs are reshaping the financial system, and crypto is right in the crosshairs. Arthur Hayes and Mike Silagadze explain how these shifts could spark an even bigger DeFi boom. Arthur explains how Trump's walking back of tariffs and Fed stability commitments signal we've hit the bottom, setting up Bitcoin for a massive rally. Meanwhile, Mike claims ETH has finally bottomed and shares how ether.fi is building toward generating a billion dollars in annual revenue.We explore treasury buybacks as the new QE, why central banks choose gold over US treasuries, and how crypto products with real cash flow are shifting the space toward fundamentals. We also discuss ether.fi's DeFi bank vision and how their card is delivering crypto functionality with Visa-level usability.This conversation connects macro trends, token economics, and DeFi's future in ways that reshape our understanding. Let's get into it.

The AI revolution is here, but who controls the intelligence we'll all rely on?In today's episode we sit down with Emad Mostaque, founder of Intelligent Internet, to explore the intersection between AI and crypto.We cover how ChatGPT-4o's Ghibli filter signaled a fundamental shift in how we interact online, the issue of AI using "too much compute for too little intelligence," and Emad's bold vision for "universal basic intelligence," a truly open-source model that puts governance back in the hands of local communities.With the launch of ii-thought, Intelligent Internet is building credibly neutral AI for education, healthcare, and governance while tackling the economic challenges of "AI Atlantis" - a world reshaped by super-productive AI assistants. This conversation examines both the technical and philosophical dimensions of our AI future.Let's explore.Join The Rollup Edge: https://members.therollup.coWebsite: https://therollup.co/Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1P6ZeYd..Podcast: https://therollup.co/category/podcastFollow us on X: https://www.x.com/therollupcoFollow Rob on X: https://www.x.com/robbie_rollupFollow Andy on X: https://www.x.com/ayyyeandyJoin our TG group: https://t.me/+8ARkR_YZixE5YjBhThe Rollup Disclosures: https://therollup.co/the-rollup-discl

User retention in crypto? Huge headache. The temptation for users to jump from one chain to another can be huge. With so many settlement layers available, it's a problem that's tough to solve for new chains.In today's episode, we meet with Rachin Kalakheti and dive into Twine's approach: one execution layer that settles to multiple chains simultaneously. Build once, then tap into users across Ethereum, Solana, and possibly Bitcoin or Celestia. Benefit? No need to to rebuild everything when users move on.No more complex wrappers, specialized app-chains or juggling between sequencers. It's a straightforward way to exist across ecosystems while keeping everything secure, in sync, and actually working together.We'll explore multi-settlement as a core concept, how it compares to alternatives like AggLayer or Superchain, and why it's important to look beyond Ethereum when we think about settlement.Let's jump in. Join The Rollup Edge: https://members.therollup.coWebsite: https://therollup.co/Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1P6ZeYd..Podcast: https://therollup.co/category/podcastFollow us on X: https://www.x.com/therollupcoFollow Rob on X: https://www.x.com/robbie_rollupFollow Andy on X: https://www.x.com/ayyyeandyJoin our TG group: https://t.me/+8ARkR_YZixE5YjBhThe Rollup Disclosures: https://therollup.co/the-rollup-discl

From proof of work to proof of stake, blockchain consensus is evolving once again into something new: proof of verifiable work.In today's episode, Tim Carstens and Jeremy Bruestle from Boundless share their insights into how this new approach works. They explain how proof of verifiable work leverages the computing power of everyday users to generate ZK proofs, enabling true blockchain scalability.Boundless is opening up a world where anyone with a laptop can earn rewards by contributing to on-chain computation. We chat about how this creates a decentralized marketplace for compute, driven by market forces.Let's jump in.Join The Rollup Edge: https://members.therollup.coWebsite: https://therollup.co/Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1P6ZeYd..Podcast: https://therollup.co/category/podcastFollow us on X: https://www.x.com/therollupcoFollow Rob on X: https://www.x.com/robbie_rollupFollow Andy on X: https://www.x.com/ayyyeandyJoin our TG group: https://t.me/+8ARkR_YZixE5YjBhThe Rollup Disclosures: https://therollup.co/the-rollup-discl

The race for the ultimate crypto super app is heating up. Who will own the user experience?In this episode, we chat with Mert Mumtaz, CEO of Helius, and Armani Ferrante, CEO of Backpack. Armani takes us through his transition from Apple to Alameda Research, and how that journey led to building one of Solana's fastest-growing platforms.As markets deal with tariff tensions, institutional adoption is quietly gaining momentum. We dive into the "fat wallet thesis," the shifting role of Bitcoin in smart contract platforms, and how the finance-crypto merger creates opportunities.We also talk about Backpack's unique approach to balancing censorship resistance with compliance, which is one of the biggest challenges for crypto to go mainstream.Let's jump in.Join The Rollup Edge: https://members.therollup.coWebsite: https://therollup.co/Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1P6ZeYd..Podcast: https://therollup.co/category/podcastFollow us on X: https://www.x.com/therollupcoFollow Rob on X: https://www.x.com/robbie_rollupFollow Andy on X: https://www.x.com/ayyyeandyJoin our TG group: https://t.me/+8ARkR_YZixE5YjBhThe Rollup Disclosures: https://therollup.co/the-rollup-discl

After a majorly successful week for the Celestia ecosystem, winning Noble's new AppLayer & Ethena's 'Converge' chain, we are coming to you with an episode recorded in Denver this year with Nick White.We first touched on FUD and asked Nick to openly address the FUD from the community regarding staking, locked tokens, and the tokenomics in general.The technical discussion started their "Go Bigger" roadmap with gigabyte blocks, and dive into how ZK accounts and lazy bridging. Nick explains that their approach isn't about chasing quick gains but building the infrastructure that can *actually* support thousands of rollups.Let's explore.Join The Rollup Edge: https://members.therollup.coWebsite: https://therollup.co/Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1P6ZeYd..Podcast: https://therollup.co/category/podcastFollow us on X: https://www.x.com/therollupcoFollow Rob on X: https://www.x.com/robbie_rollupFollow Andy on X: https://www.x.com/ayyyeandyJoin our TG group: https://t.me/+8ARkR_YZixE5YjBhThe Rollup Disclosures: https://therollup.co/the-rollup-discl