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Alejandro Gutierrez joins me once again to dive into some of the biggest conversations in crypto right now, including:The fallout from Operation Chokepoint 2.0 and the debanking of crypto startups—what it means for the industry and how regulatory shifts in the U.S. and Europe could reshape the future of digital assets.Why Solana is having its moment—how Solana's DEX volume is outpacing Ethereum's and what this means for the long-term viability of the network.The rise of decentralized exchanges (DEXs) and why Uniswap launching its own Layer 2, Unichain, could be a game changer.Institutionalization of crypto—how Solana ETFs and BitGo's rumored IPO are bringing more traditional finance players into the space.The evolving regulatory landscape—what the SEC's new stance on crypto, led by Commissioner Hester Peirce, could mean for the industry's future.Plus, we share the details on an exciting new event—Techstars and CryptoMondays Ireland are teaming up for a first-of-its-kind gathering in Dublin on March 10th (register here).Alejandro Gutierrez is a leading figure in the decentralized finance (DeFi) space and an early adopter of real-world asset tokenization. Alejandro has contributed to the growth of DeFi through his work with MakerDAO, Tokeny, Securitize, and Centrifuge, as well as his co-founding of Consolfreight, Defactor, and ETH Dublin.EPISODE LINKS:Operation Chokepoint 2.0 / DebankingCoinbase - the facts are the facts FDIC (X, 6-Feb-25)Operation Chokepoint 2.0 - Nic Carter, Castle Island Ventures (Pirate Wires, 8-Feb-23) Marc Andreessen on Joe Rogan (Joe Rogan Experience, 27-Nov-24)Fed's Powell Says He's Also Worried About Debanking (Coindesk, 11-Feb-25)Graham Rodford from Archax on the UK situation (Linkedin, recently)New Era in the SEC with CryptoThe Journey Begins - SEC Commissioner Hester Peirce (SEC, 4-Feb-25)Other TopicsSolana DEX Volume Tops $60M as It Looks to Extend 4-Month Winning Streak Over Ethereum (Coindesk, 11-Feb-25)BitGo Mulling IPO This Year (Coindesk, 11-Feb-25)Uniswap Labs Officially Launches Layer-2 ‘Unichain' (Coindesk, 10-Feb-25)Keywords: #OperationChokepoint2 #debanking #SolanaDEXvolume #UniswapLayer2 #Cryptoregulation2025 #DeFI #Institutionalcryptoadoption #SolanaETFs #seccryptopolicyLeave a review and subscribe onApple PodcastsSpotifyMoneyNeverSleeps (website)Follow our guest co-host Alejandro Gutierrez:X(Twitter): https://twitter.com/A_gutierroLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alejandro-gutierrez-98979b43/Email us: info@norioventures.comFollow us on X(Twitter):Pete Townsend: https://twitter.com/petetownsendnvMoneyNeverSleeps: https://twitter.com/MNSshowFollow us on LinkedIn:Pete Townsend: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pete-townsend-1b18301a/MoneyNeverSleeps: https://www.linkedin.com/company/28661903/MoneyNeverSleeps newsletter: https://moneyneversleeps.substack.com/
Despite the ups and downs of the Ethereum ecosystem, two of its most influential builders—Aave's Stani Kulechov and Sky's Rune Christensen—remain bullish. In this episode, they discuss whether we're witnessing a DeFi renaissance, the challenges of building on Ethereum vs. Solana, and why DeFi adoption isn't growing as fast as some expected. They debate stablecoins, whether Solana is truly innovating, and how AI could transform DeFi by automating governance and risk management. They also respond to some hot takes—including whether Aave is falling behind Solana-based Kamino, and why Sky deployed its USDS stablecoin on Solana despite Rune's long-standing Ethereum advocacy. Show highlights: 02:33 Whether Sky and Aave are experiencing a “DeFi renaissance” 11:49 How Stani and Rune are trying to appeal to a simpler audience 23:00 Whether developers overlook how easy it is to build DeFi on Ethereum 27:40 Why Stani believes there is not a lot of innovation in Solana 32:17 What would need to happen for Aave to be in Solana 33:27 Why Sky deployed USDS on Solana 40:30 Whether the Ethereum ecosystem should be worried about users going to other chains 49:19 Why Rune praises Solana's culture 51:38 How USDS's growth on Base happens organically, contrary to Solana 59:35 Why they believe that the combination of AI and DeFi will be so powerful Visit our website for breaking news, analysis, op-eds, articles to learn about crypto, and much more: unchainedcrypto.com Thank you to our sponsors! Mantle RockWallet Kelp DAO Guest: Stani Kulechov, Founder and CEO of Aave Previous appearances on Unchained: Stani Kulechov on Why Aave Is So Successful - Unchained The Chopping Block w/ Stani Kulechov: Operation Chokepoint 2.0, Ethereum Innovation Push, & Polymarket Whales - Unchained Rune Christensen, Co-founder of Sky Previous appearances on Unchained: Can Maker's Rune Christensen Fix the Sad State of DAO Governance? Rune Christensen of MakerDAO Part 1: How to Keep a Crypto-Collateralized Stablecoin Afloat Rune Christensen of MakerDAO Part 2: How Dai Stayed at $1 While ETH Crashed From $1,400 to $85 The Chopping Block: How to Manage MakerDAO, With Hasu and Rune Rune Christensen of MakerDao on Its $15 Million From Andreessen Horowitz Why It's so Hard to Keep Stablecoins Stable Links Aave 2030 roadmap Alex Svanevik of Nansen tweeted: “When Aave on Solana?” Qiao Wang of Alliance DAO commenting on why he recommends people build on Solana The First Non-EVM Deployment of Aave Protocol: Aave V3 on Aptos - General - Aptos Forum Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Despite the ups and downs of the Ethereum ecosystem, two of its most influential builders—Aave's Stani Kulechov and Sky's Rune Christensen—remain bullish. In this episode, they discuss whether we're witnessing a DeFi renaissance, the challenges of building on Ethereum vs. Solana, and why DeFi adoption isn't growing as fast as some expected. They debate stablecoins, whether Solana is truly innovating, and how AI could transform DeFi by automating governance and risk management. They also respond to some hot takes—including whether Aave is falling behind Solana-based Kamino, and why Sky deployed its USDS stablecoin on Solana despite Rune's long-standing Ethereum advocacy. Show highlights: 02:33 Whether Sky and Aave are experiencing a “DeFi renaissance” 11:49 How Stani and Rune are trying to appeal to a simpler audience 23:00 Whether developers overlook how easy it is to build DeFi on Ethereum 27:40 Why Stani believes there is not a lot of innovation in Solana 32:17 What would need to happen for Aave to be in Solana 33:27 Why Sky deployed USDS on Solana 40:30 Whether the Ethereum ecosystem should be worried about users going to other chains 49:19 Why Rune praises Solana's culture 51:38 How USDS's growth on Base happens organically, contrary to Solana 59:35 Why they believe that the combination of AI and DeFi will be so powerful Visit our website for breaking news, analysis, op-eds, articles to learn about crypto, and much more: unchainedcrypto.com Thank you to our sponsors! Mantle RockWallet Kelp DAO Guest: Stani Kulechov, Founder and CEO of Aave Previous appearances on Unchained: Stani Kulechov on Why Aave Is So Successful - Unchained The Chopping Block w/ Stani Kulechov: Operation Chokepoint 2.0, Ethereum Innovation Push, & Polymarket Whales - Unchained Rune Christensen, Co-founder of Sky Previous appearances on Unchained: Can Maker's Rune Christensen Fix the Sad State of DAO Governance? Rune Christensen of MakerDAO Part 1: How to Keep a Crypto-Collateralized Stablecoin Afloat Rune Christensen of MakerDAO Part 2: How Dai Stayed at $1 While ETH Crashed From $1,400 to $85 The Chopping Block: How to Manage MakerDAO, With Hasu and Rune Rune Christensen of MakerDao on Its $15 Million From Andreessen Horowitz Why It's so Hard to Keep Stablecoins Stable Links Aave 2030 roadmap Alex Svanevik of Nansen tweeted: “When Aave on Solana?” Qiao Wang of Alliance DAO commenting on why he recommends people build on Solana The First Non-EVM Deployment of Aave Protocol: Aave V3 on Aptos - General - Aptos Forum Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Join me on The Wolf Of All Streets podcast for an insightful discussion with Rune Christensen, co-founder of MakerDAO and CEO of Sky Protocol. In this episode, we dive into the evolution of stablecoins, the transformative power of AI in DeFi, and how these innovations could shape the future of finance. Learn how decentralized governance, AI advancements, and scalable solutions are pushing DeFi closer to mainstream adoption. Rune Christensen: https://x.com/RuneKek ►► JOIN THE FREE WOLF DEN NEWSLETTER, DELIVERED EVERY WEEKDAY!
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In episode 189, we're excited to welcome welcome Jan (Puncar) Brezina, legendary DAO builder and co-author of How to DAO. With a track record that includes contributions to groundbreaking DAOs like Gitcoin, MakerDAO, and Bankless DAO, Puncar has been at the forefront of innovation into decentralized communities.In this episode, we explore:How DAOs are revolutionizing the way we organize and collaborate online, with practical insights from one of the leading voices in the space.Tangible strategies for implementing decentralized governance in grassroots and impact organizations.Common pitfalls for DAOs and how to build sustainable, engaged communities.Why you should get your hands on a copy of How to DAO today!--Key Takeaways--Building a DAO Learning Community: How to DAO is more than just a book—it's a community-driven initiative offering courses, resources, and support for DAO builders. It's a gateway for people at all levels to the world of DAOs.Empowering Impact Organizations through DAOs: For nonprofits and impact organizations, DAOs present opportunities to enhance transparency, foster community buy-in, and connect with international networks using Web3 infrastructure. They also provide a pathway to sovereignty and independence, breaking away from traditional funding constraints.Start Simple and Stay Agile: Early-stage DAOs should focus on simplicity. Overcomplicating governance structures or tokenomics can slow progress. Instead, focus on innovation and flexibility, allowing the structure to evolve naturally as the organization grows.MakerDAO: A Blueprint for DAO Success: MakerDAO, now operating as Sky, exemplifies what a successful DAO can achieve. Its commitment to community ownership, strong tokenomics, and continuous innovation has allowed it to scale while maintaining its decentralized ethos.--Full shownotes with links available at--https://www.cryptoaltruism.org/blog/crypto-altruists-episode-189-how-to-dao-practical-strategies-for-building-high-impact-web3-communitiesThank you to PIPE gDAO for sponsoring the Crypto Altruism podcast!PIPE gDAO is leveraging blockchain for their University Real World Asset IP Launchpad that helps bring groundbreaking ideas from lab to market. By joining the Pipe Associate Network (aka PAN), associates can create a profile highlighting their skills, be notified of opportunities, and then contribute fractional work to pre-IPO companies in return for equity and tokens.--Support us with a Fiat or Crypto contribution--Learn more at cryptoaltruism.org/supportus--DISCLAIMER--While we may discuss specific web3 projects or cryptocurrencies on this podcast, please do not take any of this as investment advice, and please make sure to do your own research on potential investment opportunities, or any opportunity, before making an investment. We host a variety of guests on this podcast with the sole purpose of highlighting the social impact use cases of this technology. That being said, Crypto Altruism does not endorse any of these projects, and we recognize that, since this is an emerging sector, some may be operating in regulatory grey areas, and as such, we cannot confirm their legality in the jurisdictions in which they operate, especially as it pertains to decentralized finance protocols. So, before getting involved with any project, it's important that you do your own research and confirm the legality of the project. More info at cryptoaltruism.org
00:00 Introduction to Crypto 2025 and DeFi Innovations03:05 Sam McPherson's Journey in Crypto and MakerDAO06:13 The Future of Finance: Public vs Private Blockchains08:49 Spark and the Evolution of MakerDAO12:09 Understanding Yield: Sources and Sustainability15:03 Differentiating Lending Protocols in DeFi17:56 The Role of SPK Token in the Ecosystem21:02 Maximal Extractable Value (MEV) in Lending23:55 Phoenix Labs and the Future of DeFi Projects26:53 The Future of DeFi and Institutional Adoption29:20 Phoenix Labs and Collaborative Dynamics32:27 Exploring New Niches and Opportunities34:06 Regulatory Landscape and Optimism for DeFi38:02 The Impact of Regulatory Changes on Market Growth39:49 AI's Role in the Future of Technology42:36 Reflections on the Maker to Sky TransitionCheck out Plus500: https://plus500.comCheck out Moorings: https://moorings.comGet immediate access to my entire crypto portfolio for just $1.00 today! https://www.cryptorevolution.com/cryptnation-directGet your FREE copy of "Crypto Revolution" and start making big profits from buying, selling, and trading cryptocurrency today: https://www.cryptorevolution.com/freeMERCH STOREhttps://cryptorevolutionmerch.com/Subscribe to YouTube for Exclusive Content:https://www.youtube.com/@crypto101podcastFollow us on social media for leading-edge crypto updates and trade alerts:https://twitter.com/Crypto101Podhttps://instagram.com/crypto_101Guest Linkhttps://x.com/phoenixlabsdev*This is NOT financial, tax, or legal advice*Boardwalk Flock LLC. All Rights Reserved 2025. ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬Fog by DIZARO https://soundcloud.com/dizarofrCreative Commons — Attribution-NoDerivs 3.0 Unported — CC BY-ND 3.0 Free Download / Stream: http://bit.ly/Fog-DIZAROMusic promoted by Audio Library https://youtu.be/lAfbjt_rmE8▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬Our Sponsors:* Check out Moorings: https://moorings.com* Check out Plus500: https://plus500.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Ethereum researchers advise a gradual gas limit increase. Ethena's USDe overtakes DAI by market cap. Daimo introduces Daimo Pay. And Coinbase will re-evaluate its support for the upcoming Celo hard fork. Read more: https://ethdaily.io/605
In this milestone 200th episode, Sam Kamani interviews August from Paxful, a decade-old platform that's empowering over 14 million users through peer-to-peer payments. They discuss how Paxful is solving financial inclusion, enabling trust with escrow services, and offering 500+ on-ramping methods globally. August also shares his views on market trends, the rise of Solana, and what the future holds for peer-to-peer crypto ecosystems. Key Timestamps [00:00:00] Introduction: Sam introduces August from Paxful, a pioneer in peer-to-peer payments. [00:01:00] August's Journey: From traditional finance to crypto, MakerDAO, and joining Paxful's leadership team. [00:05:00] What is Paxful?: Enabling trust-based peer-to-peer payments with escrow for financial inclusion. [00:08:00] How Paxful Works: Combining 500+ payment methods with escrow to facilitate seamless transactions. [00:13:00] User Stats: Over 14 million unique signups and 1M+ active funded accounts globally. [00:15:00] Growth Strategies: SEO, referral programs, and grassroots outreach to expand Paxful's reach. [00:18:00] Future Vision: Building Paxful into the “Swiss army knife” for global crypto and financial services. [00:24:00] Trends in Crypto: The rise of USDT, Bitcoin dominance, and Solana's vibrant ecosystem. [00:30:00] Challenges Ahead: Regulation and adopting AI/LLM technologies to enhance user experience. [00:36:00] What's Next?: Paxful's roadmap to expand its product suite and enter new markets. Connect https://paxful.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/paxful-inc https://www.linkedin.com/in/augustwidmer/ https://twitter.com/paxful https://x.com/AugForceOne Disclaimer Nothing mentioned in this podcast is investment advice and please do your own research. Finally, it would mean a lot if you can leave a review of this podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify and share this podcast with a friend.Be a guest on the podcast or contact us - https://www.web3pod.xyz/
Web3 Academy: Exploring Utility In NFTs, DAOs, Crypto & The Metaverse
Is your stablecoin earning you money? Probably not. While most stablecoins sit idle, there's a revolution happening in DeFi. We're talking 9.5% yield on USD-backed stablecoins, and it's not some risky algo-stable magic. This is real yield, powered by Spark Protocol and the MakerDAO ecosystem. In today's episode of The Milk Road Show, Sam McPherson, CEO of Phoenix Labs, joins us to uncover the secrets behind sustainable, high-yield stablecoins, the future of multichain stablecoins, and the explosive growth of Spark Protocol's revenue. ~~~~~
Podcast Show Notes: LinkedIn Live Session by Blockchain DXB & Society X Episode Title: Unfiltered Chat: Weekly Crypto, Blockchain & AI Updates Hosts: Markose Chentittha (Oort Foundation & Society X) RA George (Blockchain DXB) Audio Note:This episode is 100% AI-generated using Google's Notebook LM, showcasing the innovative use of AI technology in podcasting. Topics Discussed: Bitcoin's $100,000 Prediction: Exploring market optimism and the influence of current events. The Trump Effect: Discussion on Trump's influence on crypto markets. Potential SEC chair replacement: Teresa Goody Guillén, a pro-crypto advocate. Promised Bitcoin & Crypto Presidential Advisory Council and potential members, including Ripple, Kraken, and Circle. Charles Hoskinson's announcement of IOHK's Washington DC office. Geopolitical Impacts: U.S. announcements concerning Ukraine and Russia's tensions. How these could impact Bitcoin prices. AML & CFT protocols and enhanced due diligence measures. Importance of compliance for centralized exchanges to ensure market integrity and investor protection. Partnerships with World Liberty Finance Token. Adoption of Chainlink CCIP (Cross Chain Interoperability Protocol) by Brazil's CBDC. Broader implications for DeFi, tokenization, and TradFi. Bullish market indicators across most sectors except DeFi. Surge in privacy coins and DOGE transactions, highlighting legitimate applications. MakerDAO's rebranding to Sky and launch of the USDS stablecoin on Solana. Insights from AWS report: Unlocking the Full Potential of AI in the Middle East. Partnerships and advancements at MBZUAI. Markose Chentittha: Oort Foundation and Society X insights. RA George: Latest from Blockchain DXB, including potential collaborations with the UAE Bank Federation on governance, cybersecurity, and environmental responsibility. Potential episodes with insights from Joe Sena (Spartan Race Founder). Series on UAE banks' strategic initiatives and resilience-building efforts. Episode Highlights: Will 2024 be the year of Chainlink's dominance? How geopolitical tensions are influencing Bitcoin's price movements. AI adoption challenges and opportunities in the UAE and Saudi Arabia. Where to Listen:Find this episode on: Blockchain DXB Podcast on Spotify Markose Chentittha LinkedIn Profile Call to Action: Follow Blockchain DXB and Society X for more updates. Share your thoughts: Can AI-powered content change the way we consume media?
Podcast Shownotes: Blockchain DXB & Society X Unfiltered Chat Episode Title: Weekly Crypto, Blockchain & AI Snapshot Hosts: Markose Chentittha (Oort Foundation & Society X) RA George (Blockchain DXB) Broadcast Date: November 22, 2024Episode Type: LinkedIn Live Replay Macro-Level Insights: Bitcoin $100,000? Speculation around Bitcoin's price movement influenced by macroeconomic and geopolitical factors: Trump Administration's Crypto Strategy: Regulatory Developments: Tech & Innovation: Chainlink's CCIP Dominance: AI in the Middle East: Crypto Market Update: Privacy coins show limited growth potential. MakerDAO's project "Sky" launches the USDS stablecoin on Solana. DOGE sees a 41% surge in large transactions, driven by growing use cases and endorsements. Exclusive Updates from the Hosts: Markose Chentittha shared updates on Oort Foundation and Society X initiatives. RA George discussed Blockchain DXB's latest developments and collaborations. Future Topics & Teasers: Possible upcoming podcast on Chainlink's Cross-Chain Interoperability Protocol (CCIP). Series of episodes planned with UAE Bank Federation on governance, cybersecurity, and resilience in banking. Gary Gensler's Tweet on Stepping Down as SEC Chair Reuters: Crypto Industry's Jockeying for Influence in Trump's Promised Council Chainlink's Cross-Chain Interoperability Protocol AWS Report: Unlocking AI in the Middle East Engage with Us: Listen to this episode and more on Spotify. Follow our live sessions on LinkedIn via Markose Chentittha's and Blockchain DXB's profiles. Support the Podcast: Share your thoughts and feedback via our social channels. Stay tuned for future episodes exploring the convergence of blockchain, AI, and macroeconomic trends.
In episode 179, we're excited to welcome Jennifer Senhaji, Head of Growth at Chronicle, to discuss the importance of Oracles in Web3's future. We discussed the challenges facing oracles today, how Chronicle is advancing the data infrastructure needed for a truly decentralized world, and some of the incredible social impact use cases that oracles have supported. Jenn will also share insights on the role of zero-knowledge proofs in data privacy, Chronicle's partnership with MakerDAO securing $20B in value, and her vision for the future of oracles in a decentralized world.--Key Takeaways--Oracles are a critical piece of plumbing behind the Web3 ecosystem, playing an essential role in building the data infrastructure bridging the traditional and onchain worlds.As an essential piece of Web3 infrastructure, Oracles must be built resiliently. If Oracles were to fail, it would have a massive, cascading effect on the DeFi and Web3 ecosystems, resulting in liquidations, financial loss, and possible collapse of vital DeFi projects.Given the key role of Oracles, it is important that they are decentralized to help bolster their security.Oracles can bring a high degree of transparency to financial institutions that have traditionally been opaque. They allow for third party neutral attestations, as opposed to having to rely on the single source of truth of the institution.--Full shownotes with links available at--https://www.cryptoaltruism.org/blog/crypto-altruism-podcast-episode-179-chronicle-how-oracles-are-paving-the-way-to-a-truly-decentralized-worldThank you to PIPE gDAO for sponsoring the Crypto Altruism podcast!PIPE gDAO is leveraging blockchain for their University Real World Asset IP Launchpad that helps bring groundbreaking ideas from lab to market. They are building a thriving community around this mission, driven by a shared passion for catalyzing life-changing ideas.Check out their Linktree for links to all of their socials so you can get involved and join this growing community!
In this episode, we cover MakerDAO's bold rebrand to "Sky," a move backed by its founder's ambitious "Endgame" strategy to expand with new stablecoins, subDAOs, and infrastructure. We'll dive into Detroit's announcement as the first major U.S. city to accept crypto for taxes, signaling its tech-friendly transformation, and Coinbase's launch of cbBTC on Solana to revitalize DeFi after FTX's collapse. We'll also discuss Ethereum Foundation's transparency report, revealing a $970M treasury and stricter conflict of interest policies. Lastly, WonderFi CEO's recent kidnapping underscores rising security risks in the crypto world.RESOURCEShttps://www.theblock.co/post/325096/just-four-entities-account-for-nearly-all-the-votes-to-keep-makerdaos-rebranding-to-sky?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rsshttps://www.theblock.co/post/325122/detroit-will-become-the-largest-us-city-to-accept-crypto-for-taxes-and-fees?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rsshttps://www.coindesk.com/business/2024/11/07/coinbase-brings-bitcoin-to-solana-spurring-high-hopes-for-defi-surge/?utm_medium=referral&utm_source=rss&utm_campaign=headlineshttps://www.theblock.co/post/325166/ethereum-foundation-holds-788-million-in-crypto?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rsshttps://www.coindesk.com/policy/2024/11/08/ceo-of-canadian-crypto-holding-returns-safely-after-paying-720k-ransom-report/?utm_medium=referral&utm_source=rss&utm_campaign=headlinesSecure your Business & Digital Life with Cyber Strategy Institutehttps://cyberstrategyinstitute.com/warden/ https://csi-store.samcart.com/products/wardenguard-personal-1device-annual/?coupon=DCN_Wardenhttps://csi-store.samcart.com/products/wardenvault-personal-managed-1device-annual?coupon=DCN_Warden WHERE TO FIND DCNhttps://substack.com/@dcndailycryptonewshttps://twitter.com/DCNDailyCryptoEMAIL USmatt@dailycryptonews.netsarah@dailycryptonews.net ——————————————————————***NOT FINANCIAL, LEGAL, OR TAX ADVICE! JUST OPINION! I AM NOT AN EXPERT! I DO NOT GUARANTEE A PARTICULAR OUTCOME I HAVE NO INSIDE KNOWLEDGE! YOU NEED TO DO YOUR OWN RESEARCH AND MAKE YOUR OWN DECISIONS! THIS IS JUST EDUCATION & ENTERTAINMENT! ©Copyright 2024 Matthew Aaron Podcasts LLC Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Web3 Academy: Exploring Utility In NFTs, DAOs, Crypto & The Metaverse
Why did a long-time MakerDAO contributor and governance lead, Christopher Cameron, sell all of his Maker holdings? In today's episode of The Milk Road Show, Chris unpacks the internal governance battles, the Endgame Plan, and the recent rebranding to Sky, and what led him to sell his holdings. What you'll learn: - Why Christopher Cameron, a key figure in MakerDAO governance, decided to sell all his Maker tokens. - The inside story of MakerDAO's Endgame plan and its impact on the project. - The reasons behind the rebrand to Sky and the challenges it faces. - The debate around centralized vs. decentralized control within MakerDAO. - Different perspectives on the future of MakerDAO, setting the stage for future episodes with opposing viewpoints.
Alejandro Gutierrez, CEO of npayme Labs, joins me as we recap our recent panel at Dogpatch Labs on 'Finding Web3 Talent' and working in web3, touching on market sentiment, the cyclical nature of crypto investments, and strategies for early-stage and later-stage startups. Beyond working in web3, we delve into real-world asset tokenization, highlighting key initiatives by firms like Provenance, PayPal, Circle and Centrifuge. The conversation also covers the evolving landscape for content creators in web3, emphasizing the use of tokenization for new revenue streams and the role of AI in content creation. STORIES WE COVERED: Recap of 'Finding Talent in Web3' last week at Dogpatch Labs (Owen Healy on LinkedIn, 15-Sep-24) Friday Fund Tokenization Update (Eoin Motherway on Linkedin, 13-Sep-24) Provenance Blockchain Labs launches Fund Issuance platform, to tokenize, list, & lend RWA funds on Figure Markets (Marketwatch, 20-Aug-24) PayPal's stablecoin hits $1B market cap (Cointelegraph, 26-Aug-24) MakerDAO, rebranded as SKY to roll out new stablecoin USDS (The Block, 27-Aug-24) Circle's USDC in Brazil and Mexico Now Available to Businesses Via Banking System (CoinDesk, 17-Sep-24) Stablecoins: The Emerging Market Story (Nic Carter @ Castle Island Ventures, 12-Sep-24) Centrifuge launches a RWA lending market leveraging tokenized U.S. Treasury bills (CoinDesk, 27-Aug-24) AAVE (Avara) onboards BUIDL Shares as Collateral for GHO stablecoin (The Defiant, 29-Aug-24) Natixis launch €100M Digital Bond, secured by mortgage loan pools & operated by SC Ventures, DekaBank Deutsche Girozentrale & LBBW (Ledger Insights, 28-Aug-24) Siemens issues €300M digital bond, as the largest bond issued under Germany's eWpG. (Ledger Insights, 4-Sep-24) Creators' content is a real-world asset (Alejandro Gutierrez on X, 17-Sep-24) TIMESTAMPS: 01:40 Insights from the Web3 Talent Panel and Working in Web3 04:11 Market Sentiment and Investment Strategies 07:02 The Role of Tokenization in Web3 14:31 Real-World Asset Tokenization 28:24 Content Creation in the Web3 Era 34:01 Closing Thoughts and Farewell LINKS: Follow our guest co-host Alejandro Gutierrez: X(Twitter): https://twitter.com/A_gutierro LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alejandro-gutierrez-98979b43/ Learn more about:-npayme Labs: https://npayme.com/ ETH Dublin: https://ethdublin.io/ Techstars Web3 Accelerator: https://www.techstars.com/accelerators/web3 Leave a review and subscribe on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/id1455819294 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4F8uOLxiscYVWVGEfNxTnd MoneyNeverSleeps website: https://www.moneyneversleeps.ie/ Email us: info@norioventures.com Follow on X(Twitter): Pete Townsend: https://twitter.com/petetownsendnv MoneyNeverSleeps: https://twitter.com/MNSshow Follow on LinkedIn: Pete Townsend: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pete-townsend-1b18301a/ MoneyNeverSleeps: https://www.linkedin.com/company/28661903/admin/feed/posts/ MoneyNeverSleeps newsletter on Substack: https://moneyneversleeps.substack.com/ More about Irish Tech News Irish Tech News are Ireland's No. 1 Online Tech Publication and often Ireland's No.1 Tech Podcast too. You can find hundreds of fantastic previous episodes and subscribe using whatever platform you like via our Anchor.fm page here: https://anchor.fm/irish-tech-news If you'd like to be featured in an upcoming Podcast email us at Simon@IrishTechNews.ie now to discuss. Irish Tech News have a range of services available to help promote your business. Why not drop us a line at Info@IrishTechNews.ie now to find out more about how we can help you reach our audience. You can also find and follow us on Twitter, LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and Snapchat.
Alejandro Gutierrez, CEO of npayme Labs and co-founder of ETH Dublin joins me again as guest co-host this week. In this episode, we recap our recent panel on ‘Finding Web3 Talent' at Dogpatch Labs, touching on market sentiment, the cyclical nature of crypto investments, and strategies for early-stage startups. We delve into the concept of real-world asset tokenization, highlighting key initiatives by firms like Provenance, PayPal, Circle and Centrifuge. The conversation also covers the evolving landscape for content creators in Web3, emphasizing the use of tokenization for new revenue streams and the role of AI in content creation. STORIES WE COVERED: Recap of ‘Finding Talent in Web3' last week at Dogpatch Labs (Owen Healy on LinkedIn, 15-Sep-24) Friday Fund Tokenization Update (Eoin Motherway on Linkedin, 13-Sep-24) Provenance Blockchain Labs launches Fund Issuance platform, to tokenize, list, & lend RWA funds on Figure Markets (Marketwatch, 20-Aug-24) PayPal's stablecoin hits $1B market cap (Cointelegraph, 26-Aug-24) MakerDAO, rebranded as SKY to roll out new stablecoin USDS (The Block, 27-Aug-24) Circle's USDC in Brazil and Mexico Now Available to Businesses Via Banking System (CoinDesk, 17-Sep-24) Stablecoins: The Emerging Market Story (Nic Carter @ Castle Island Ventures, 12-Sep-24) Centrifuge launches a RWA lending market leveraging tokenized U.S. Treasury bills.(CoinDesk, 27-Aug-24) AAVE (Avara) onboards BUIDL Shares as Collateral for GHO stablecoin (The Defiant, 29-Aug-24) Natixis launch €100M Digital Bond, secured by mortgage loan pools & operated by SC Ventures, DekaBank Deutsche Girozentrale & LBBW (Ledger Insights, 28-Aug-24). Siemens issues €300M digital bond, as the largest bond issued under Germany's eWpG. (Ledger Insights, 4-Sep-24) Creators' content is a real-world asset (Alejandro Guterrez on X, 17-Sep-24) TIMESTAMPS 01:40 Insights from the Web3 Talent Panel 04:11 Market Sentiment and Investment Strategies 07:02 The Role of Tokenization in Web3 14:31 Real-World Asset Tokenization 28:24 Content Creation in the Web3 Era 34:01 Closing Thoughts and Farewell LINKS: Follow our guest co-host Alejandro Gutierrez: -X(Twitter): https://twitter.com/A_gutierro -LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alejandro-gutierrez-98979b43/ Learn more about: -npayme Labs: https://npayme.com/ -ETH Dublin: https://ethdublin.io/ -Techstars Web3 Accelerator: https://www.techstars.com/accelerators/web3 Leave a review and subscribe on -Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/id1455819294 -Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4F8uOLxiscYVWVGEfNxTnd -Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvaaHrJjizUEd0-93mjCKsQ MoneyNeverSleeps newsletter on Substack: https://moneyneversleeps.substack.com/ MoneyNeverSleeps website: https://www.moneyneversleeps.ie/ Email us: info@norioventures.com Follow on X(Twitter): -Pete Townsend: https://twitter.com/petetownsendnv -MoneyNeverSleeps: https://twitter.com/MNSshow Follow on LinkedIn: -Pete Townsend: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pete-townsend-1b18301a/ -MoneyNeverSleeps: https://www.linkedin.com/company/28661903/admin/feed/posts/
Join Matt and Nick as they break down August's market performance, stablecoin supply hitting all-time highs, and the market outlook for September. They also discuss certain altcoins updates including outages for the TON blockchain and MakerDAO's rebrand.Key Takeaways August was a rough month for crypto—led by BTC (-8.7%), ETH (-22.3%) and SOL (-21.1%)—while major U.S. stock indices managed to record their fourth straight monthly gain.Seasonality indicates that it will be more of the same in September, given it has historically been one of BTC's worst months.Stablecoin supply hit all-time highs, indicating increased demand to use blockchains.Among the altcoin updates covered: TON struggles with network performance and MakerDAO rebrands to Sky.
Arbitrum Stylus goes live on mainnet. Aave introduces the Sky Aave Force. Matter Labs lays off 16% of its staff. And Devcon opens its final general ticket sales wave. Read more: https://ethdaily.io/543
Drop 1: NuFi adds Cardano to Metamaskhttps://nu.fi/metamaskDrop 2: MakerDAO rebrands to Skyhttps://blockworks.co/news/maker-rebrands-as-sky-dai-will-be-changed-to-usdsDrop 3: Cardano Chang Hard Forkhttps://docs.cardano.org/about-cardano/evolution/upgrades/chang/More: Revoke Cash adds Webacy to improve self custodial wallet security https://world.webacy.com/revoke-cash/Coinbase trials AI to AI crypto paymentshttps://x.com/brian_armstrong/status/1829623778726592804Crypto companies poured over $119 million toward influencing US federal electionshttps://www.citizen.org/article/big-crypto-big-spending-2024/Bridge raises $58m for stablecoin API to enable real world B2B paymentshttps://www.coindesk.com/business/2024/08/30/bridge-fundraising-for-stablecoin-based-payments-network-totals-58m-report/Hong Kong launches Project Ensemble sandbox for wCBDC, tokenizationhttps://www.ledgerinsights.com/hong-kong-launches-project-ensemble-sandbox-for-wcbdc-tokenization/State of Wyoming plans stablecoin WST in 1Q2025https://www.ledgerinsights.com/state-of-wyoming-plans-stablecoin-issuance/Gartner blockchain hype cycle: stablecoins to go mainstream within two yearshttps://www.ledgerinsights.com/gartner-hype-cycle-stablecoins-to-go-mainstream-within-two-years/Bitcoin Layer-2 Network Stacks Begins Nakamoto Upgrade to boost transaction speeds on Stacks and allow smart contracts to Bitcoin as a base layerhttps://www.coindesk.com/tech/2024/08/28/bitcoin-layer-2-network-stacks-begins-nakamoto-upgrade/OpenSea Gets 'Wells Notice' From SEC due to NFTs Sold on Platform being alleged 'Securities'https://www.coindesk.com/policy/2024/08/28/opensea-gets-wells-notice-from-sec-calling-nfts-sold-on-platform-securities/. Redes sociais / comms.. Instagram.com/blockdropspodcast.. Twitter.com/blockdropspod.. Blockdrops.lens .. https://warpcast.com/mauriciomagaldi.. youtube.com/@BlockDropsPodcast.. Meu conteúdo em inglês twitter.com/0xmauricio.. Newsletter do linkedin https://www.linkedin.com/build-relation/newsletter-follow?entityUrn=7056680685142454272.. blockdropspodcast@gmail.com.. Spotify / iColab / Febraban Tech / Other major platforms
Drop 1: NuFi adds Cardano to Metamaskhttps://nu.fi/metamaskDrop 2: MakerDAO rebrands to Skyhttps://blockworks.co/news/maker-rebrands-as-sky-dai-will-be-changed-to-usdsDrop 3: Cardano Chang Hard Forkhttps://docs.cardano.org/about-cardano/evolution/upgrades/chang/. Because the week was packful of news, here's.. More: Revoke Cash adds Webacy to improve self custodial wallet security https://world.webacy.com/revoke-cash/Coinbase trials AI to AI crypto paymentshttps://x.com/brian_armstrong/status/1829623778726592804Crypto companies poured over $119 million toward influencing US federal electionshttps://www.citizen.org/article/big-crypto-big-spending-2024/Bridge raises $58m for stablecoin API to enable real world B2B paymentshttps://www.coindesk.com/business/2024/08/30/bridge-fundraising-for-stablecoin-based-payments-network-totals-58m-report/Hong Kong launches Project Ensemble sandbox for wCBDC, tokenizationhttps://www.ledgerinsights.com/hong-kong-launches-project-ensemble-sandbox-for-wcbdc-tokenization/State of Wyoming plans stablecoin WST in 1Q2025https://www.ledgerinsights.com/state-of-wyoming-plans-stablecoin-issuance/Gartner blockchain hype cycle: stablecoins to go mainstream within two yearshttps://www.ledgerinsights.com/gartner-hype-cycle-stablecoins-to-go-mainstream-within-two-years/Bitcoin Layer-2 Network Stacks Begins Nakamoto Upgrade to boost transaction speeds on Stacks and allow smart contracts to Bitcoin as a base layerhttps://www.coindesk.com/tech/2024/08/28/bitcoin-layer-2-network-stacks-begins-nakamoto-upgrade/OpenSea Gets 'Wells Notice' From SEC due to NFTs Sold on Platform being alleged 'Securities'https://www.coindesk.com/policy/2024/08/28/opensea-gets-wells-notice-from-sec-calling-nfts-sold-on-platform-securities/ . Redes sociais / comms.. Instagram.com/blockdropspodcast.. Twitter.com/blockdropspod.. Blockdrops.lens .. https://warpcast.com/mauriciomagaldi.. youtube.com/@BlockDropsPodcast.. Meu conteúdo em inglês twitter.com/0xmauricio.. Newsletter do linkedin https://www.linkedin.com/build-relation/newsletter-follow?entityUrn=7056680685142454272.. blockdropspodcast@gmail.com
In this week's Expansion roundup, Jon and Rex dissect the pitfalls of crypto rebranding, centered on MakerDAO's controversial shift to Sky Network. They explore why such moves often backfire and what it means for project identity in the blockchain space. The conversation expands to cover Telegram's blockchain troubles, OpenSea's SEC Wells Notice, and the growing dominance of Celestia in data availability. They also debate Vitalik Buterin's comments on DeFi's role in crypto's future, tying it all back to the challenges of maintaining a clear vision and identity in crypto. Thanks for tuning in! - - Follow Rex: https://x.com/LogarithmicRex Follow nosleepjon: https://x.com/nosleepjon Follow Expansion: https://x.com/ExpansionPod_ Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@expansionpod Subscribe on Apple: http://apple.co/4bGKYYM Subscribe on Spotify: http://spoti.fi/3Vaubq1 Get top market insights and the latest in crypto news. Subscribe to Blockworks Daily Newsletter: https://blockworks.co/newsletter/ -- Join us at Permissionless III Oct 9-11. Use code: EXPANSION10 for a 10% discount: https://blockworks.co/event/permissionless-iii -- Timestamps: (00:00) Introduction (01:37) Pavel Arrest & TON Chain Halt (07:56) OpenSea Wells Notice (17:40) Permissionles III Ad (19:11) MakerDAO's Rebrand (32:53) Celestia's DA Market Share High (41:10) EigenLayer DA (48:23) DeFi Isn't Crypto's Purpose (55:03) Threshold Network Merger - - Disclaimer Expansion was kickstarted by a grant from the Celestia Foundation. Nothing said on Expansion is a recommendation to buy or sell securities or tokens. This podcast is for informational purposes only, and any views expressed by anyone on the show are solely our opinions, not financial advice. Rex, Jon, and our guests may hold positions in the companies, funds, or projects discussed.
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news Bitcoin is up .5% at $60,108 Eeth is up .5% at $2,555 And Binance Coin, up .5% at $544 Telegram CEO Pavel Durov indicted by French Court. Donald Trump releases 4th NFT drop OpenSea served Wells Notice by SEC. IREN reports record bitcoin mining revenue. MakerDAO drops X handle EMC raises $20M. Peregrine Exploration raises 3.6M Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Podcast Shownotes: Blockchain DXB & Society X - LinkedIn Live Episode Title: Unfiltered Chat - Weekly Crypto, Blockchain & AI Snapshot Date: August 29th, 2024 Hosts: Markose Chentittha + RA George Special Guest: Andre Pemmelaar, Agentic AI Labs LinkedIn: Andre Pemmelaar https://www.linkedin.com/in/andre-pemmelaar-a8343a7a/ Episode Overview: In this episode of Blockchain DXB & Society X, we dive into the latest developments in the world of crypto, blockchain, and AI. This session covers key announcements, market movements, regulatory updates, and the intersection of AI and decentralized technologies. Topics Discussed: Jerome Powell's Announcement (23rd August): Interest rates cooling down with an official update expected on 18th September. Temporary surge in Bitcoin and cryptocurrency market prices. Emergency Tuesday Live: Discussion on "People, Privacy, and Politics." Updates on the legal situation surrounding Telegram's CEO: Bail set at $5.56 million. Under judicial supervision with weekly reports to the French police. TON Blockchain congestion issues and the recent airdrop for 10 million users via a Telegram-based mini-app. MakerDAO's Rebranding to Sky: Upcoming launch on 18th September. Introduction of the USDS stablecoin and Sky governance token. Existing MKR token holders can switch to 24,000 SKY tokens per MKR. Discussion on Rune Christensen's "End Game" blog and potential developments on Solana. India's Digital Public Infrastructure: Overview of India's 5 million retail CBDC users. Insights into the Digital Rupee and its non-blockchain-based digital identity system. India's plans to regulate cryptocurrency with a consultation paper expected in September/October. Exclusive Interview with Andre Pemmelaar: Introduction to Agentic AI Labs. Discussion on how Agentic AI Labs helps individuals and businesses. Merging decentralized AI with a blockchain-based identity vector. Privacy-first decentralized AI agents and regulatory considerations. OpenSea vs. SEC: Clarification on SEC's focus on centralized entities in the NFT space. Overview of the Howey Test and its application to NFTs. Crypto Market Movements: Market reactions to the Federal Reserve's announcements. Updates on Telegram CEO's arrest and market liquidation. Community Updates: Markose: Society X and Oort Foundation updates. George: Blockchain DXB developments. Andre: Insights on Tech Tuesday and updates from Agentic AI Labs. Links & Resources: Jerome Powell's Announcement - Official Link MakerDAO's Rebranding to Sky Video by Reserve Bank of India on Digital Public Infrastructure Call to Action: Stay tuned for more insights and updates on our next episode. Follow us on LinkedIn for real-time updates and join our discussions. Join our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/BlockchainDXB LinkedIn Profile: https://tinyurl.com/bdeevbru Podcast Host: @black_incarnation ⚡ Buy me Coffee ☕ https://www.buymeacoffee.com/info36/w/6987 To show your support see below ⚡ Tether USDT (ERC20) 0x7acd89cececd5b125a2fc4caa9bc642879579f1e ⚡Leder Wallet! Link https://shop.ledger.com?r=ae54df359c4d ⚡ Bitcoin address: 02ddf96964b352b75dd660a56a5162bf9e76e549e31263b88ed93015e635771795 ⚡ Ethereum address 0x2662CFE66d24bB7930b9d9dC0B5Fe809A1501d28
MakerDAO rebrands to Sky. Josh Stark releases an Ethereum Foundation spend breakdown. The Liquid Collective introduces the Node Operator Risk Standard (NORS). And Balancer expands to the Superchain. Read more: https://ethdaily.io/538
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Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news Bitcoin is down slightly at $60,731 Eth is up slightly at $2,653 Binance Coin, down slightly at $577 Trump endorses DeFi project "The Defiant Ones" Justin Sun reassures users after Tron DAO Reserve removes BTC backing USDD. Colombia watchdog goes after Worldcoin. MakerDAO proposes optional re-allocation of MKR China extradites scam mastermind from Thailand Kraken Australia operator found in violation by court. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Drop 1: MetaMask Debit Cardhttps://www.coindesk.com/business/2024/08/14/metamask-starts-rollout-of-blockchain-based-debit-card-developed-with-mastercard-baanx/https://metamask.io/news/latest/introducing-metamask-card-upgrade-your-crypto-spending/Drop 2: M^0 Smart Wrapper https://research.m0.org/research/defi-meet-smart-mDrop 3: Restaking of Bitcoin on Ethereumhttps://www.coindesk.com/tech/2024/08/14/ethereum-based-swell-imports-wrapped-bitcoin-to-serve-as-liquid-restaking-token/ More: New Manchester United web3 collectibles game: Fantasy Unitedhttps://newsletter.sportingcrypto.com/p/manchester-united-launch-web3-fantasy-gameConduit raises $6M to expand crypto crossborder payments into Africa https://techcrunch.com/2024/08/12/conduits-cross-border-payments-expand-from-latam-into-africa-with-6m-round/Parfin raises 10M USD from ParaFi, Nuclea, Framework and others, to continue to build Rayls, its private/public blockchainhttps://www.ledgerinsights.com/parfin-one-of-the-drex-cbdc-developers-raises-10-million-funding/M^0 joins MakerDAO's Spark Tokenization Grand Prix https://www.m0.org/lp/spark-tokenization-grand-prixNuclea and AmFi launch tokenized promisory noteshttps://www.blocknews.com.br/financas-corporativo/nuclea-e-amfi-tokenizam-duplicatas-na-blockchain-nuclea-chain/New paper on Risk-based Capital for Stable Value Tokens by Circle's economic team: Gordon Liao, Dan Fishman, Jeremy Fox-Geenhttps://papers.ssrn.com/sol3/papers.cfm?abstract_id=4926568a16z Crypto guide: social media for startupshttps://a16zcrypto.com/posts/article/social-media-for-startups-guide/Balaji Srinivasan's Network School launches in a private island near Singaporehttps://balajis.com/p/network-schoolWater & Music's new report: The State of Data in the Music Industry 2024https://www.waterandmusic.com/the-state-of-data-in-the-music-industry-2024Banco do Brasil libera uso de Bitcoin, ETH, BNB, SOL, DOT, XRP, AVAX e ALGO em planos de previdência privada https://br.cointelegraph.com/news/banco-do-brasil-allows-the-use-of-bitcoin-and-cryptocurrencies-in-pension-plansHydra, a scalability solution on Cardano, launched an implementation of Doom, where each frame of the classic videogame is a Blockchain transaction https://doom.hydra.family/RFLXT Studio brings videogames to Cardano with the launch of Chronoshot in the Epic Game Storehttps://x.com/rflxtstudio/status/1824160221230768338Midnight virtual hackathon serieshttps://x.com/MidnightNtwrk/status/1823008954957316298 . Redes sociais / comms.. Instagram.com/blockdropspodcast.. Twitter.com/blockdropspod.. Blockdrops.lens .. https://warpcast.com/mauriciomagaldi.. youtube.com/@BlockDropsPodcast.. Meu conteúdo em inglês twitter.com/0xmauricio.. Newsletter do linkedin https://www.linkedin.com/build-relation/newsletter-follow?entityUrn=7056680685142454272.. blockdropspodcast@gmail.com
Drop 1: MetaMask Debit Cardhttps://www.coindesk.com/business/2024/08/14/metamask-starts-rollout-of-blockchain-based-debit-card-developed-with-mastercard-baanx/https://metamask.io/news/latest/introducing-metamask-card-upgrade-your-crypto-spending/Drop 2: M^0 Smart Wrapper https://research.m0.org/research/defi-meet-smart-mDrop 3: Restaking of Bitcoin on Ethereumhttps://www.coindesk.com/tech/2024/08/14/ethereum-based-swell-imports-wrapped-bitcoin-to-serve-as-liquid-restaking-token/ Mais: New Manchester United web3 collectibles game: Fantasy Unitedhttps://newsletter.sportingcrypto.com/p/manchester-united-launch-web3-fantasy-gameConduit raises $6M to expand crypto crossborder payments into Africa https://techcrunch.com/2024/08/12/conduits-cross-border-payments-expand-from-latam-into-africa-with-6m-round/Parfin raises 10M USD from ParaFi, Nuclea, Framework and others, to continue to build Rayls, its private/public blockchainhttps://www.ledgerinsights.com/parfin-one-of-the-drex-cbdc-developers-raises-10-million-funding/M^0 joins MakerDAO's Spark Tokenization Grand Prix https://www.m0.org/lp/spark-tokenization-grand-prixNuclea and AmFi launch tokenized promisory noteshttps://www.blocknews.com.br/financas-corporativo/nuclea-e-amfi-tokenizam-duplicatas-na-blockchain-nuclea-chain/New paper on Risk-based Capital for Stable Value Tokens by Circle's economic team: Gordon Liao, Dan Fishman, Jeremy Fox-Geenhttps://papers.ssrn.com/sol3/papers.cfm?abstract_id=4926568a16z Crypto guide: social media for startupshttps://a16zcrypto.com/posts/article/social-media-for-startups-guide/Balaji Srinivasan's Network School launches in a private island near Singaporehttps://balajis.com/p/network-schoolWater & Music's new report: The State of Data in the Music Industry 2024https://www.waterandmusic.com/the-state-of-data-in-the-music-industry-2024Banco do Brasil libera uso de Bitcoin, ETH, BNB, SOL, DOT, XRP, AVAX e ALGO em planos de previdência privada https://br.cointelegraph.com/news/banco-do-brasil-allows-the-use-of-bitcoin-and-cryptocurrencies-in-pension-plansHydra, a scalability solution on Cardano, launched an implementation of Doom, where each frame of the classic videogame is a Blockchain transaction https://doom.hydra.family/RFLXT Studio brings videogames to Cardano with the launch of Chronoshot in the Epic Game Storehttps://x.com/rflxtstudio/status/1824160221230768338Midnight virtual hackathon serieshttps://x.com/MidnightNtwrk/status/1823008954957316298 . Redes sociais / comms.. Instagram.com/blockdropspodcast.. Twitter.com/blockdropspod.. Blockdrops.lens .. https://warpcast.com/mauriciomagaldi.. youtube.com/@BlockDropsPodcast.. Meu conteúdo em inglês twitter.com/0xmauricio.. Newsletter do linkedin https://www.linkedin.com/build-relation/newsletter-follow?entityUrn=7056680685142454272.. blockdropspodcast@gmail.com
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news Bitcoin is down slightly at $58,415 Eth is down slightly at $2,613 Binance Coin, up slightly at $519 Trump discloses up to $5M in crypto holdings SEC approves first leveraged exchange-traded fund for MicroStrategy SK's National Pension Service purchased $33M worth of MSTR. Spot ETH ETFs see $39M in outflows. MakerDAO approves proposal to halt new borrowing against BitGo's wrapped bitcoin. Crunch Lab, Orderly Network both raise. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
There was significant news in the crypto ecosystem this week as Maker DAO passed a proposal to limit their exposure to WBTC across their platforms, effectively offboarding the asset from their ecosystem. We talk through what's happened and what the implications of this are.
Arbitrum approves a proposal for ARB staking. MakerDAO disables new WBTC backed loans. EigenLabs discloses that employees received ecosystem airdrops. And Ethereum Magicians is looking for forum contributors. Read more: https://ethdaily.io/529 Sponsor: Firefly is a one-stop Web3 social aggregator developed by Mask Network. Use one feed to connect with all users across Twitter, Lens, Farcaster, and all Web3 socials. Try it today at firefly.social.
Kirill Bensonoff, CEO and Co-founder of New Silver, a fintech company that provides loans for fix and flip projects, joins Tech Nest to discuss the current state of the real estate market, the challenges faced by investors, and how New Silver differentiates itself from other lenders. Kirill explains how their technology, including a pricing engine, streamlines the loan process and offers convenience to borrowers. He also discusses their unique approach to sourcing capital, including their partnership with MakerDAO, a decentralized autonomous organization. Kirill shares his predictions for the future of the real estate market and the impact of AI on the industry. New Silver is not your standard lender. Listen in to hear more!More about Kirill and New SilverNew Silver is a fintech company with a mission to improve local communities by providing fast, convenient, and flexible capital to real estate investors. We use data and technology to underwrite and originate investment property loans with more efficiency and predictability. Our pricing engine provides instant online loan approval and a term sheet so that our many happy clients are ready to make an offer in as little as 5 minutes.Kirill Bensonoff is an advocate for pioneering fintech solutions, with a career spanning over 20 years across fintech, blockchain, and cloud computing. His entrepreneurial acumen has led to the successful bootstrapping of two high-growth technology companies, culminating in multi-million dollar exits. Kirill's journey exemplifies the synergy between deep industry expertise and entrepreneurial zeal, driving innovation in financial technology.As the co-founder and CEO of New Silver, a fintech company that excels in providing loans for fix-and-flip projects, Kirill has been instrumental in steering the company through challenging landscapes to establish it as a leader in its domain. Under his guidance, New Silver has made a mark by becoming the first Real-World Asset to be recognized and approved by MakerDAO, the leading stable-coin community project.Follow Kirill on TwitterConnect with Kirill on LinkedInFollow New Silver on TwitterCheck out New Silver
In this comprehensive episode, we delve into the latest developments, from the impact of ETH and BTC ETFs to significant political shifts and long-term catalysts. Our expert panel, including David, Greg, and David Han, provides in-depth analyses and insights into the forces shaping the future of digital assets.(2:08) ETH and BTC ETF Updates:ETH ETFs Performance: David and Greg discuss the trading volume of ETH ETFs so far, the 10% drop in ETHE, and the implications of moving ETHE to mini ETH. They also cover issuer fees and Bitwise's disclosure of ENS addresses for spot Ethereum ETF holdings.(7: 05) BTC ETF Inflows: Greg highlights the significant inflows into BTC ETFs, with IBIT receiving $526 million yesterday alone.(10:58) Political Landscape and Predictions:Biden Drops Out: Our panel discusses the implications of Biden dropping out of the race, Kamala Harris stepping in, and current prediction market trends showing 64% for Trump (down from 70%) and 33% for Kamala.Fairshake Super PAC: Explore how the pro-crypto group Fairshake has become the largest super PAC of the election cycle, raising over $200 million.Trump at Bitcoin 2024: Speculation around Trump's potential announcement to add Bitcoin to US reserves during his speech at Bitcoin 2024 on July 27th.(20:09) Long-Term Crypto Catalysts:(20:20) Mt Gox Distributions: Greg and David Duong discuss the upcoming ~$3 billion distribution in kind from Mt Gox and its potential market impact.(21:30) FTX Claims Trading: An update on FTX claims trading ~$1.20, the unclear timeline, and hedge funds accumulating positions, now totaling $400 million.Market Flows and Volumes:Funding and Futures Update: Greg provides insights into general market flows, volumes, and the latest updates on funding and futures.(23:55) Real World Asset Developments:Private Credit Fund: David Han covers Hamilton Lane's launch of a $920.7 billion private credit fund on Solana and Ethereum, highlighting the integration of real-world assets into blockchain platforms.(25:55) Onchain Activity:Solana vs. Ethereum DEX Volumes: David Han reports that Solana DEX volumes have recently surpassed Ethereum DEX volumes on a monthly basis.Pump.fun Revenue: Recap of Pump.fun generating $1 million in daily revenue, surpassing MakerDAO.Memecoin Volumes: Analysis of memecoin volumes being more "sticky" than anticipated.This episode offers a thorough exploration of the latest trends, political developments, and long-term catalysts in the cryptocurrency market. Whether you're an investor, a crypto enthusiast, or simply curious about the evolving financial landscape, this discussion provides valuable insights into the strategic movements shaping the future of digital assets.Subscribe and stay informed: Don't miss out on our continued deep dives into cryptocurrency trends, market dynamics, and pivotal developments influencing the global markets.Host:Ben Floyd, Head of Execution ServicesPanelists:David Duong, Head of Institutional ResearchGreg Sutton, Senior CES TraderDavid Han, Research Analyst
In this episode of the DeFi Download, Piers Ridyard interviews Chris Bradbury, CEO of SummerFi. They discuss Chris's journey from MakerDAO to SummerFi, and the development of user-friendly financial tools and innovative features aimed at making DeFi more accessible to a wider audience by automating complex financial strategies.SummarySummerFi curates the best dApps in DeFi to provide the simplest and easiest way to borrow and earn crypto. SummerFi currently manages over $4.5 billion in crypto assets across various DeFi protocols, and in the last 30 days, it has completed $663 million in lend/borrow volume and automated over $275 million in loan positions.Chris talks about his transition from MakerDAO's product manager to CEO of Oasis.app, which rebranded as SummerFi and focuses on trusted, curated DeFi protocols. Chris discusses SummerFi's recent advancements and strategic vision, he elaborates on how SummerFi plans to simplify DeFi for a broader audience, and also highlights their goal of integrating DeFi with traditional financial systems to make these advanced tools accessible to everyday users, without requiring them to have deep technical knowledge or actively manage their assets.Key takeawaysSummerFi integrates key DeFi protocols such as Maker, Aave, Morpho, and Ajna, with a focus on security and usability. It offers features like Multiply, which allows users to leverage assets in a single transaction, enhancing efficiency and safety.SummerFi's automations, such as stop loss, are designed to protect users by managing risky positions and reducing potential losses during market volatility. Automations are non-custodial smart contracts that trigger actions based on predefined conditions, such as closing a position when the loan-to-value ratio exceeds a set threshold. While automations mitigate risks, they are not risk-free and cannot guarantee optimal prices due to potential market slippage, oracle inaccuracies, or network congestion.SummerFi's launch of the $RAYS point system aims to incentivize user engagement and reward active management, paving the way toward broader adoption.SummerFi plans to expand and achieve mainstream adoption by also developing a new Summer Earn protocol that simplifies DeFi participation, offering users automatic yield optimization similar to traditional wealth management products.Chapters01:27 — Chris's background and how he got into crypto02:27 — Insights gained from MakerDAO and Dai07:16 — Why was Oasis created & how it became SummerFi14:23 — Protocols SummerFi currently supports15:39 — The split of crypto assets under SummerFi18:24 — Automations addressing volatility in leveraged products22:21 — What is an automation and why is it powerful25:21 — What stop-loss is for29:23 — SummerFi's growth plans and the point-based system32:07 — What does the product that 100 million people can use look like?35:09 — What makes SummerFi Earn more viable than Yearn39:58 — Find out more about SummerFiFurther resourcesWebsite: summer.fi Twitter: @summerfinance_ Discord: discord.com/invite/summerfi
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 today, and the challenges they will face in the future. Thanks for tuning in! As always, remember this podcast is for informational purposes only, and any views expressed by anyone on the show are solely their opinions, not financial advice. Resources: Inside Hyperliquid's Onchain Perp DEX Vision | Jeff Yan YouTube: http://youtu.be/cxyUtPoC1-E Apple: http://apple.co/4b0ut8M Spotify: http://spoti.fi/4b0uyt6 -- Special thanks to our sponsor LayerZero Stay up-to-date with the LayerZero Ecosystem by following: https://twitter.com/LayerZero_Labs -- Follow Luke: https://x.com/0xMether Follow Danny: https://x.com/defi_kay_ Follow Ryan: https://x.com/_ryanrconnor Follow Boccaccio: https://x.com/tripleboccaccio Follow Blockworks Research: https://twitter.com/blockworksres Subscribe on YouTube: https://bit.ly/3foDS38 Subscribe on Apple: https://apple.co/3SNhUEt Subscribe on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3NlP1hA Get top market insights and the latest in crypto news. Subscribe to Blockworks Daily Newsletter: https://blockworks.co/newsletter/ -- Timestamps: (0:00) Introduction (1:50) Trump's Impact on the Crypto Markets (3:44) Are More Crypto ETFs Coming? (10:03) MakerDAO and DeFi 1.0 (23:02) LayerZero: Ethena Ad (25:15) Developments in the Hyperliquid Ecosystem (38:53) Sanctum Launches Profiles v2 (42:51) How Many LSTs Are Needed? -- Check out Blockworks Research today! Research, data, governance, tokenomics, and models – now, all in one place Blockworks Research: https://www.blockworksresearch.com/ Free Daily Newsletter: https://blockworks.co/newsletter -- Disclaimer: Nothing said on 0xResearch is a recommendation to buy or sell securities or tokens. This podcast is for informational purposes only, and any views expressed by anyone on the show are solely our opinions, not financial advice. Boccaccio, Dan, and our guests may hold positions in the companies, funds, or projects discussed.
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The ETH ETF is coming... but when? And what will it mean for the price of ETH? In this episode of The Milk Road Show, we're joined by Matt Hougan, CIO of Bitwise. We get into Matt's data-driven analysis, uncovering the potential for a MASSIVE influx of billions into ETH. Could this be the catalyst that sends Ethereum's price soaring past its all-time high? In this episode, you'll learn: Matt's short-term, mid-term, and long-term predictions for ETH ETF inflows The potential impact of the ETH ETF on Ethereum's price Who's buying Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs
Drop 1: MOBI Passport MVPhttps://www.ledgerinsights.com/honda-mazda-nissan-complete-1st-phase-of-web3-global-battery-passport-mvp/Drop 2: DAOs in the UKhttps://lawcom.gov.uk/project/decentralised-autonomous-organisations-daos/Drop 3: MakerDAO RWA Competitionhttps://www.coindesk.com/business/2024/07/12/makerdaos-1b-tokenized-treasury-investment-plan-draws-interest-from-blackrocks-buidl-ondo-superstate/ Trexx anuncia microcrédito com ativos de jogos e investe em projetos sociaishttps://br.beincrypto.com/trexx-anuncia-microcredito-com-ativos-de-jogos-e-investe-em-projetos-sociais/New JP Morgan report: Web3: A new era for social commercehttps://www.jpmorgan.com/onyx/content-hub/web3-a-new-era-for-social-commerceAgrotoken Joins Forces with Tanssi to Transform Agro-Finance in Brazil & Argentinahttps://www.tanssi.network/post/collaboration-tanssi-agrotokenCardano Stablecoin USDA To Resume Launch Under New Ownership, Encryptushttps://www.emurgo.io/press-news/cardano-stablecoin-usda-to-resume-launch-under-new-ownership/Zodia Custody to support Maple Finance tokens and serve as custodian to lending collateral for the Maple protocolhttps://maple.finance/news/zodia-custody-enters-strategic-partnership-with-maple-finance . Redes sociais / comms.. Instagram.com/blockdropspodcast.. Twitter.com/blockdropspod.. Blockdrops.lens .. https://warpcast.com/mauriciomagaldi.. youtube.com/@BlockDropsPodcast.. Meu conteúdo em inglês twitter.com/0xmauricio.. Newsletter do linkedin https://www.linkedin.com/build-relation/newsletter-follow?entityUrn=7056680685142454272.. blockdropspodcast@gmail.com
Drop 1: MOBI Passport MVPhttps://www.ledgerinsights.com/honda-mazda-nissan-complete-1st-phase-of-web3-global-battery-passport-mvp/Drop 2: DAOs in the UKhttps://lawcom.gov.uk/project/decentralised-autonomous-organisations-daos/Drop 3: MakerDAO RWA Competitionhttps://www.coindesk.com/business/2024/07/12/makerdaos-1b-tokenized-treasury-investment-plan-draws-interest-from-blackrocks-buidl-ondo-superstate/ More: Trexx anuncia microcrédito com ativos de jogos e investe em projetos sociaishttps://br.beincrypto.com/trexx-anuncia-microcredito-com-ativos-de-jogos-e-investe-em-projetos-sociais/New JP Morgan report: Web3: A new era for social commercehttps://www.jpmorgan.com/onyx/content-hub/web3-a-new-era-for-social-commerceAgrotoken Joins Forces with Tanssi to Transform Agro-Finance in Brazil & Argentinahttps://www.tanssi.network/post/collaboration-tanssi-agrotokenCardano Stablecoin USDA To Resume Launch Under New Ownership, Encryptushttps://www.emurgo.io/press-news/cardano-stablecoin-usda-to-resume-launch-under-new-ownership/Zodia Custody to support Maple Finance tokens and serve as custodian to lending collateral for the Maple protocolhttps://maple.finance/news/zodia-custody-enters-strategic-partnership-with-maple-finance . Redes sociais / comms.. Instagram.com/blockdropspodcast.. Twitter.com/blockdropspod.. Blockdrops.lens .. https://warpcast.com/mauriciomagaldi.. youtube.com/@BlockDropsPodcast.. Meu conteúdo em inglês twitter.com/0xmauricio.. Newsletter do linkedin https://www.linkedin.com/build-relation/newsletter-follow?entityUrn=7056680685142454272.. blockdropspodcast@gmail.com
MakerDAO launches a $1 billion RWA competition. A Dutch court denies bail for Alexey Pertsev. A U.S. judge grants the delay of the Tornado Cash trial. And a core developer expresses opposition to EOF in Pectra. Read more: https://ethdaily.io/505 Sponsor: Harpie is an onchain security solution that protects your wallet from theft in real time. Harpie helps you detect and block suspicious transactions before they execute, safeguarding your assets from malicious attacks and scams. Try Harpie for free at harpie.io/ethdaily.
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One of the bluechip DeFi projects and backbone of Ethereum liquidity markets, Aave has recently announced their V4 upgrade proposal, which aims (among others) to unify crosschain liquidity.We were joined by Stani Kulechov, founder & CEO of Aave, to discuss the DeFi (r)evolution since ETH Lend to Aave V4, expanding to non-EVM chains and potentially even building a self-sovereign chain. Topics covered in this episode:The evolution of AaveAave V3 risk management & MakerDAO feudAave V4Unified liquidity layer & risk pricingGHO stablecoinHow the unified liquidity layer improves UXRWA & liquidation strategies in Aave V4Expanding to non-EVM networksBuilding a self-sovereign chainAave's role in the future of DeFiHow stablecoins will evolveDeFi institutional adoptionFuture roadmapEpisode links:Stani Kulechov on TwitterAave on TwitterLens Protocol on TwitterSponsors:Gnosis: Gnosis builds decentralized infrastructure for the Ethereum ecosystem, since 2015. This year marks the launch of Gnosis Pay— the world's first Decentralized Payment Network. Get started today at - gnosis.ioChorus1: Chorus1 is one of the largest node operators worldwide, supporting more than 100,000 delegators, across 45 networks. The recently launched OPUS allows staking up to 8,000 ETH in a single transaction. Enjoy the highest yields and institutional grade security at - chorus.oneThis episode is hosted by Sebastien Couture & Friederike Ernst.
In this episode of the Crypto 101 Podcast, host Bryce Paul speaks with Rune Christensen, co-founder of MakerDAO, at the Consensus conference. They dive into the transformative journey of MakerDAO from its inception in 2015 to spearheading real-world asset tokenization in the blockchain space. Christensen explains the evolution of MakerDAO's DAI stablecoin and its role in the DeFi ecosystem, emphasizing its decentralized nature and the new financial opportunities it creates. The discussion also explores "Endgame," MakerDAO's ambitious strategy to finalize its infrastructure, enhance user accessibility, and introduce sub-DAOs to diversify governance and innovation. Christensen elaborates on how Endgame aims to solidify MakerDAO's platform as the ultimate financial solution, making it easier for users while maintaining rigorous security and adaptability standards.FREE TICKET to July Hedge Fund Summithttps://www.cryptohedgefundsummit.com/registration1675302455773Get immediate access to my entire crypto portfolio for just $1.00 today! https://www.cryptorevolution.com/cryptnation-directGet your FREE copy of "Crypto Revolution" and start making big profits from buying, selling, and trading cryptocurrency today: https://www.cryptorevolution.com/freeSubscribe to YouTube for Exclusive Content:https://www.youtube.com/@crypto101podcastFollow us on social media for leading-edge crypto updates and trade alerts:https://twitter.com/Crypto101Podhttps://instagram.com/crypto_101Guest Links:https://makerdao.com/en/*This is NOT financial, tax, or legal advice*Boardwalk Flock LLC. All Rights Reserved 2024. ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬Fog by DIZARO https://soundcloud.com/dizarofrCreative Commons — Attribution-NoDerivs 3.0 Unported — CC BY-ND 3.0 Free Download / Stream: http://bit.ly/Fog-DIZAROMusic promoted by Audio Library https://youtu.be/lAfbjt_rmE8▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
On this episode of Rehash, we're speaking with Amy Jung, Governance Lead at Safe and an OG in the Ethereum and specifically DAO space, about all things organization design, governance, and her hottest takes about DAOs.Amy joined the Safe team back in March of this year and also has her own DAO operations and strategy consultancy called Shared Realities, where she helps organizations and teams with their progressive decentralization strategy and execution, organizational design, and community development. Previously, she worked at MakerDAO for two years as their Head of Community Development and ConsenSys as their Design Operations Lead.In this episode, Amy reveals many of her strategies and frameworks she uses to help organizations decentralize, starting with questions any organization should ask themselves to decide first and foremost whether it even makes sense for them to decentralize.Amy presents information in really clearly thought out frameworks that anyone can take back to their organization and implement, and her dedication to the space and deep expertise in DAO organization design is unmatched. COLLECT THIS EPISODEhttps://www.rehashweb3.xyz/ SUBSCRIBE TO REHASH PODCAST CLUB (RPC)https://hypersub.withfabric.xyz/collection/rehash-podcast-club-s9c8bb45vg1s?referrer=0x4b65caf44055f910fd94eae4f14307ffe3233b12 SPONSORS:Forage FOLLOW USRehash: https://twitter.com/rehashweb3Diana: https://twitter.com/ddwchenAmy: https://twitter.com/itsamyjungSafe: https://twitter.com/safe LINKSS8 E1 | Multiparty Ops Onchain w/Jonah Erlich (Den): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ErdxzFt1rEo“Working in Public” by Nadia Eghbal: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Working-Public-Making-Maintenance-Software/dp/0578675862Rehash Podcast Club on Hypersub: https://hypersub.withfabric.xyz/collection/rehash-podcast-club-s9c8bb45vg1s?referrer=0x4b65caf44055f910fd94eae4f14307ffe3233b12“Owning is the New Sharing” by Nathan Schneider: https://nathanschneider.info/2014/12/owning-is-the-new-sharing/ TIMESTAMPS0:00 Intro2:53 Amy's background in DAOs5:26 Frameworks for decentralized organizational design13:20 How do DAOs scale?17:37 How to balance growth with quality20:08 How to make tradeoffs between decentralized and centralized components of DAOs27:48 Decentralization process for Safe38:28 Compensation in DAOs44:22 Best and worst examples of governance in DAOs48:05 Amy's hot take on the one thing all DAOs are doing wrong49:32 Can You Not52:11 Follow Amy DISCLAIMER: The information in this video is the opinion of the speaker(s) only and is for informational purposes only. You should not construe it as investment advice, tax advice, or legal advice, and it does not represent any entity's opinion but those of the speaker(s). For investment or legal advice, please seek a duly licensed professional.
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Welcome to The Chopping Block, where Haseeb Qureshi, Tom Schmidt, Tarun Chitra, and Robert Leshner dive into the crypto universe's hottest topics. In this episode, amidst the crypto bull market's fervor, the boys dissect the launch of Ethena and its repercussions, including a potential DeFi civil war spurred by integration disputes between MakerDAO and AAVE. The conversation then shifts to the broader implications of SBF's sentencing, exploring how this landmark legal decision could reshape the landscape of trust and regulation within the crypto community. Moreover, we tackle the ethical and operational dilemmas faced by Blast in response to a significant hack, debating the merits and risks of potential rollbacks and the preservation of user funds against the backdrop of decentralized ideals. As we navigate through these complex issues, we shed light on the dynamics between decentralization, regulation, and innovation, offering nuanced perspectives on the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead for crypto. Tune in for an insightful journey through the strategic battlegrounds and evolutions that are defining the future of blockchain technology. Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Overcast, Podcast Addict, Pocket Casts, Pandora, Castbox, Google Podcasts, TuneIn, Amazon Music, or on your favorite podcast platform. Show Highlights
Welcome to The Chopping Block – where crypto insiders Haseeb Qureshi, Tom Schmidt, Tarun Chitra, and Robert Leshner chop it up about the latest news. In this week's episode, the squad dives into the riveting dynamics of meme coins and their undeniable sway over market sentiments, alongside a detailed exploration of BlackRock's groundbreaking leap into blockchain with its on-chain fund initiative. Is Solana redefining its role as the new haven for meme coin ventures, signaling a shift in blockchain platform dominance? And with Ethereum's recent 4844 and Dencun upgrades, can it hold its ground as the DeFi ecosystem's backbone amidst escalating competition? We delve into MakerDAO's ambitious 'Endgame' strategy, contemplating its potential to reshape governance within the DeFi sector. The conversation doesn't stop there; we untangle the complex web of crypto conspiracies and debate the evolving definition of 'fair launch' in the decentralized space. This episode is packed with analysis and insights as we navigate the speculative excitement of meme coins, the strategic moves of blockchain giants, and the transformative policies shaping the future of decentralized finance. Join us for a thought-provoking journey as we dissect these developments, with Robert Leshner shedding light on the alpha in Reg D filings, to unravel the narratives that could redefine the crypto ecosystem's future. Tune in for a compelling session that promises to peel back the layers of innovation, speculation, and strategic maneuvering in the ever-evolving crypto landscape. Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Overcast, Podcast Addict, Pocket Casts, Pandora, Castbox, Google Podcasts, TuneIn, Amazon Music, or on your favorite podcast platform. Show Highlights
Welcome to The Chopping Block – where crypto insiders Haseeb Qureshi, Tom Schmidt, Tarun Chitra, and Robert Leshner chop it up about the latest news. In this week's episode the squad asks: Is MakerDAO setting a new precedent for DeFi protocols with its emergency rate hike? How significant is the role of meme coins in the crypto market's volatility, and what does Solana's prominence tell us about the future of blockchain platforms? Can Ethereum maintain its position as the backbone of DeFi amidst the growing competition from layer 1 and layer 2 solutions? This episode delves deep into the whirlwind discussions surrounding MakerDAO's sudden monetary policy adjustments, scrutinizing the balance between stability and adaptability in DeFi's fast-paced world. We explore the fascinating, yet often speculative, universe of meme coins, highlighting their impact on network activity and public perception of cryptocurrency's value. The conversation also navigates the evolving landscape of Ethereum as it faces challenges and opportunities in scalability and functionality. Join us as we tackle these thought-provoking questions, armed with Robert Leshner's expertise, to peel back the layers of complexity surrounding DeFi strategies, the meme coin craze, and Ethereum's strategic positioning. Tune in for a captivating session aimed at decoding these trends and offering insights into their potential to redefine the contours of the crypto ecosystem. Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Overcast, Podcast Addict, Pocket Casts, Pandora, Castbox, Google Podcasts, TuneIn, Amazon Music, or on your favorite podcast platform. Show Highlights
Today on the show, we're talking about Oval, a new DeFi primitive that Hart Lambur from UMA is introducing to the world of DeFi's biggest lending markets. Billions of dollars have been liquidated from protocols like Aave, Compound, and MakerDAO over the years, and these liquidations have been extremely inefficiently priced, due to reasons! Reasons that we will discuss here on the show today. Hasu also joins us on this conversation today to discuss the way that MEV share from Flashbots is a part of this conversation, and he helps illuminate what this means for DeFi going forward as a whole. ------ ⛓️ Visit dydx.exchange to learn about dYdX Chain https://dydx.zone/3SfJTP7 ------