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Gm! This week we're joined by Christine Moy, Carlos Domingo & Tarun Chitra to discuss the launch of crypto largest onchain credit fund. We deep dive into what is private credit, the future of tokenization, onchain vs tradfi risk management, finding product market fit & more. Enjoy! -- Start your day with crypto news, analysis and data from Katherine Ross. Subscribe to the Empire newsletter: https://blockworks.co/newsletter/empire?utm_source=podcasts Follow Christine: https://x.com/cmoyall Follow Tarun: https://x.com/tarunchitra Follow Carlos: https://x.com/carlosdomingo Follow Jason: https://x.com/JasonYanowitz Follow Empire: https://twitter.com/theempirepod Join the Empire Telegram: https://t.me/+CaCYvTOB4Eg1OWJh -- Get top market insights and the latest in crypto news. Subscribe to Blockworks Daily Newsletter: https://blockworks.co/newsletter/ -- Grab your tickets to Permissionless IV. Use code EMPIRE10 for 10% off: https://blockworks.co/event/permissionless-iv -- ZKsync is the pioneering zero-knowledge technology powering the next generation of builders with limitless scale. Secured by math and designed for native interoperability, ZKsync enables an elastic, ever-expanding network of customizable chains. Deeply rooted in its mission to advance personal freedom for all, the ZKsync technology makes digital self-ownership universally available. To learn more about ZKsync, visit http://www.zksync.io -- Zenrock is a permissionless, decentralized custody network backed by 1RoundTable Partners, 10T, Maven11, and Spartan. Live on Jupiter, $ROCK is the native token for transactions within the Zenrock ecosystem and secures Zenrock's decentralized custody network. The first application launching on Zenrock is zenBTC – yield-bearing Bitcoin on Solana. zenBTC will be live in April 2025. -- Crypto never sleeps. So we built an Al analyst that never blinks. Meet Focal by FalconX: a GenAI insights engine built for institutional crypto. Already used by 80+ funds managing $10B+ in AUM. :small_blue_diamond: Screen, chart, and analyze 1300+ tokens :small_blue_diamond: Summarize market-moving news instantly :small_blue_diamond: Integrates data from CoinGecko, Kaito, Token Terminal, Tokenomist, The Tie Get started today: https://askfocal.com -- AO Mainnet is LIVE! Experience the future of decentralized computing: infinite parallel processing, secure TEE-powered computations, and LLMs in smart contracts. Built on Arweave, AO's modular design shatters scalability limits. 100% of tokens are distributed to Arweave holders and bridge depositors, with a fixed supply and halving. Explore AO today: https://ao.arweave.dev -- Token.com is a social-first crypto platform transforming how people discover and trade through crypto content. The revolutionary in-feed trading turns complex crypto into intuitive investments, while content creators earn from every trade and projects amplify their stories through native tokens - creating a new era of social media-powered crypto discovery. Just scroll to watch and tap to invest. Download the app! -- Timestamps: (00:00) Intro (02:02) What Is Private Credit? (06:32) The ACRED Levered RWA Strategy (09:29) How To Bring TradFi Onchain? (20:51) Ads (ZKSync, Zenrock) (22:30) How Does the Levered RWA Strategy Function? (32:14) A New Era For Tokenization (36:32) Ads (ZKSync, Zenrock) (38:11) Onchain vs TradFi Risk Management (42:47) How To Avoid Leverage Unwinds (49:36) Ads (Falcon x,Arweave, Token.com) (51:50) Finding Product Market Fit (01:04:57) The Future Of Tokenization — Disclaimer: Nothing said on Empire 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. Santiago, Jason, and our guests may hold positions in the companies, funds, or projects discussed.

This week, we're joined by special guest Tarun Gupta, CEO and co-founder of Coinshift, to discuss stablecoin adoption globally and his long-term vision for decentralized finance.In the market update, we highlight large inflows into BTC, CME flows up over 100% month-over-month, and a strong front-month basis at 11%. We also break down what's next for BTC and key support levels.On the macro front, we recap last week's Non-Farm Payrolls, discuss equity market valuations, preview this week's FOMC decision, and consider what to expect from the Milken Conference and key crypto earnings. In the news section, we cover Arizona's rejection of a proposal to create a Strategic Bitcoin Reserve—and Schwab and Morgan Stanley's plans to launch crypto trading. We also cover the revival of virtual asset platforms with the launch of Genesis, and continued explosive growth in real-world assets (RWAs), including Telegram's $500M tokenized bond fund and BlackRock's BUIDL reaching $2.8B in TVL, up from $665M in March. BlackRock has also filed to tokenize a $150B Treasury trust fund on Ethereum.Onchain, we discuss Apple's relaxation of crypto app rules—allowing Bitcoin and crypto payments, NFTs, and reduced App Store fees—and Solana's patch of a zero-day vulnerability in its ElGamal Proof program. We close with key upcoming catalysts: the FOMC decision on May 7, and Ethereum's Pectra upgrade also expected on May 7.Topics Covered:Special Guests:Tarun Gupta on stablecoin adoptionMarket Update: BTC inflows, CME flows +100% MoM, front-month basis at 11%, key support levelsMacro Overview: Non-Farm Payrolls, equity market valuations, FOMC expectations, Milken Conference, crypto earningsNews & Policy: Bitcoin reserve proposal rejections, Schwab & Morgan Stanley crypto plans, virtuals revival, Telegram & BlackRock RWA expansionOnchain Insights: Apple relaxes app rules, Solana patches zero-day vulnerabilityCatalysts Ahead: FOMC Meeting (May 7), Ethereum Pectra Upgrade (May 7), multiple crypto company earnings (May 8)Host:Ben Floyd, Head of Execution ServicesSpeakers:David Duong, Head of Institutional ResearchBrock Miller, Senior Staff Software EngineerJoshua Pak, Senior CES Sales TraderCoinbase News:MANTLE-USD, WLD-USD available on Coinbase Exchange and Advanced Trade

 This week, we dive into the latest EY Digital Assets Survey and what it reveals about institutional sentiment: 85% of respondents increased their crypto allocations in 2024—and nearly the same expect to do so again in 2025. We unpack which assets are in focus, the critical role of regulation, and how institutions are beginning to engage with DeFi.On the market side, ETF inflows remain strong, especially into IBIT, with ETH reversing its outflows from the previous week. We analyze current holder trends and potential upside scenarios. We also look at Bitcoin's increasing correlation with gold and how it's behaving around key geopolitical headlines.In macro, we touch on updates from the White House and key economic prints—JOLTs, ADP, GDP, and the BoJ rate decision—all leading up to Friday's NFPs.In the news section, we discuss BTC treasury trends at 21 Capital and explore Solana-based DeFi treasury entities like Upexi and DeFi Development Corp.Onchain, we review the implications of EIP-9698, early signs of renewed strength in ETH signals, and the Loopscale exploit. We also note Monero-BTC swap developments and DeFi TVL climbing back above $100B.We close with key upcoming catalysts to watch: Friday's Non-Farm Payrolls, the May 7th FOMC decision, and Ethereum's long-awaited Pectra upgrade.Topics Covered:Institutional Trends: EY Survey highlights, asset preferences, regulatory priorities, and DeFi participationMarket Update: IBIT-led ETF inflows, ETH reversal, BTC holders & gold correlationMacro Overview: White House, JOLTs, ADP, GDP, BoJ, and NFPs outlookNews & Earnings: BTC treasury strategy at 21 Capital, Solana-based DeFi treasuriesOnchain Insights: EIP-9698, ETH revival signals, Loopscale exploit, and TVL growthCatalysts Ahead: Non-Farm Payrolls (May 3), FOMC & Ethereum Pectra Upgrade (May 7)Host: Ben Floyd, Head of Execution ServicesSpeakers: David Duong, Head of Institutional Research Brock Miller, Senior Staff Software EngineerJoshua Pak, Senior CES Sales TraderCoinbase NewsCBAM BTC Yield Fund: A conservative Bitcoin strategy targeting 4–8% net annual returns over a market cycle, with subscriptions and redemptions in BTC.UK Web3 Accelerator Launch: Coinbase joins Fabric Ventures, Animoca Brands, and Founders Factory to launch a new UK-focused Web3 accelerator.Coinbase x PayPal Partnership: Coinbase expands its PayPal partnership to support seamless 1:1 PYUSD-USD conversions and explore new onchain use cases.Coinbase International Exchange Q1 Recap: Highlights from Q1 performance and key growth initiatives planned for Q2 2025.LinksEY-Parthenon Digital Assets Strategy Report

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This week, Anna speaks with Lasha Antadze, co-founder of Rarilabs and Rarimo, about the evolution of digital identity systems. Lasha shares his journey from working with government eID systems to building decentralized identity solutions using zero-knowledge proofs. The conversation explores how Rarimo is taking a fundamentally different approach to identity verification by keeping all processing client-side, from passport scanning to biometric verification. This enables new use cases like censorship-resistant voting systems and privacy-preserving account recovery, while avoiding the traditional pitfalls of centralized identity providers. The discussion also covers the challenges of building trust in cryptographic systems, the potential applications of client-side ZK proofs for AI governance, and how Rarimo is working to make identity tools that are both powerful and accessible to everyday users. This episode provides a fascinating look at how zero-knowledge proofs are reshaping our understanding of digital identity and privacy. Further reading: On-Chain Reputation & Identity Building with Sismo Coordinating Provers with Norbert from ZkCloud STORK 2.0 eIDAS Freedomtool Account recovery demo at Denver Spots for zkSummit13 are limited - grab your ticket at www.zksummit.com! Missing Link are a talent team built for the Web3 era, helping projects across the ecosystem connect with the right candidates at the right time.  Whether you're an established project or a startup searching for specialized talent, Missing Link can help. Visit their website at missing-link.io.  **If you like what we do:** * Find all our links here! @ZeroKnowledge | Linktree * Subscribe to our podcast newsletter * Follow us on Twitter @zeroknowledgefm * Join...

 This week, we explore BTC's continued strength—driven by ETF inflows, its digital-gold narrative and favorable option skew—while ETH sees institutional outflows. We highlight strong performances from AI-linked tokens like Render, FET, and TAO, and discuss how crypto has outpaced equities since Liberation Day.In macro, we unpack the potential for BTC decoupling, rising political influence on monetary policy, the IMF's global growth downgrade, and implications of a weaker U.S. dollar. We also assess the impact of upcoming key data releases like PCE and JOLTs, and what they signal for risk assets.Our research team dives into what defines a crypto bear market, how today's market compares to prior cycles, and what VC funding trends reveal beyond just price action.In industry news, we cover Circle's launch of a new B2B payments and remittance network, its reported application for a banking charter, and comments from Charles Schwab's CEO on the potential rollout of spot crypto trading in the next 12 months.Onchain, we provide updates on Ethereum's upcoming Pectra upgrade, Vitalik's proposal to shift Ethereum's EVM to RISC-V, and the growing momentum in tokenized treasuries, now topping $6B in onchain TVL.Finally, we share the latest from Coinbase, including the launch of XRP futures through Coinbase Derivatives, our new brand campaign, and upcoming institutional events covering Ethereum's roadmap and crypto-AI convergence.Topics Covered:Market Trends: BTC ETF inflows, ETH outflows, AI token strength, and BTC vs SPX performance since Liberation DayMacro Outlook: BTC decoupling potential, politicized monetary policy, IMF forecast cuts, USD weakness, PCE & JOLTs dataResearch Insights: Are we in a crypto bear market? VC activity and long-term indicatorsIndustry News: Circle's B2B launch, banking ambitions, and Schwab's spot crypto outlookOnchain Developments: Ethereum Pectra upgrade, RISC-V proposal, and tokenized treasuries growthCoinbase Updates: XRP futures live, new Coinbase ad, Bloomberg coverage, and two upcoming webinars on Pectra and AIHost: Ben Floyd, Head of Execution ServicesSpeakers: David Duong, Head of Institutional Research Brock Miller, Senior Staff Software Engineer Greg Sutton, Senior CES Sales TraderLinks:Coinbase's Latest 'Advert - System > updated'Coinbase Derivatives, LLC now offers CFTC-regulated futures for $XRPRegister for our webinar on 24th April to discuss the convergence of crypto and AI and what growth trends to watch in 2025Register for our upcoming webinar on April 29th with Coinbase Institutional's team on Pectra UpgradeLauren Abendschein, our Global Head of Sales, joined BloombergTV to discuss stablecoins, emerging regulatory clarity, and the significant opportunities for institutions in the APAC region

A daily update on what's happening in the Rocket Pool community on Discord, Twitter, Reddit, and the DAO forum. #RocketPool #rpl #Ethereum #eth #crypto #cryptocurrency #staking #news Podcast RSS: https://anchor.fm/s/cd29a3d8/podcast/rss Anchor.fm: https://anchor.fm/rocket-fuel Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0Mvta9d2MsKq2u62w8RSoo Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/rocket-fuel/id1655014529 0:00 - Welcome 0:40 - More Ethereum content on RF https://x.com/waqwaqattack/status/1912163760258556066 Rocket Pool news 3:03 - Langers' updates on talks https://discord.com/channels/405159462932971535/405163713063288832/1361496800820985927 6:43 - Onchain vote official announcement https://discord.com/channels/405159462932971535/405163979141545995/1361497573487018044 Ethereum news 8:37 - Ethereum leadership positivity https://x.com/tkstanczak/status/1911933232548888854 11:54 - Justin Drake's comments about Ethereum roadmap stir discussion https://x.com/drakefjustin/status/1911698990044717129 https://x.com/divine_economy/status/1911879592308064415 https://x.com/adietrichs/status/1912097346021621941 17:31 - ZKsync admin keys compromised https://x.com/zksync/status/1912141160744632737 https://x.com/gluk64/status/1912166820498329643 21:01 - Vitalik on supporting privacy https://vitalik.eth.limo/general/2025/04/14/privacy.html 23:16 - Sharing blob space https://x.com/Spire_Labs/status/1912173601165627723 https://x.com/mteamisloading/status/1912201695372718197 24:24 - Vitalik: An Ethereum Story on streaming https://x.com/EthereumFilm/status/1912161413402964182 In other news 25:04 - Crypto projects down because of AWS outage https://x.com/Rabby_io/status/1912056535884116415 https://x.com/LefterisJP/status/1912079776694653250 26:46 - Nic Carter on Signature bank death https://www.piratewires.com/p/signature-didnt-have-to-die-either-chokepoint-nic-carter

A daily update on what's happening in the Rocket Pool community on Discord, Twitter, Reddit, and the DAO forum. #RocketPool #rpl #Ethereum #eth #crypto #cryptocurrency #staking #news Podcast RSS: https://anchor.fm/s/cd29a3d8/podcast/rss Anchor.fm: https://anchor.fm/rocket-fuel Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0Mvta9d2MsKq2u62w8RSoo Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/rocket-fuel/id1655014529 0:00 - Welcome 0:40 - More Ethereum content on RF https://x.com/waqwaqattack/status/1912163760258556066 Rocket Pool news 3:03 - Langers' updates on talks https://discord.com/channels/405159462932971535/405163713063288832/1361496800820985927 6:43 - Onchain vote official announcement https://discord.com/channels/405159462932971535/405163979141545995/1361497573487018044 Ethereum news 8:37 - Ethereum leadership positivity https://x.com/tkstanczak/status/1911933232548888854 11:54 - Justin Drake's comments about Ethereum roadmap stir discussion https://x.com/drakefjustin/status/1911698990044717129 https://x.com/divine_economy/status/1911879592308064415 https://x.com/adietrichs/status/1912097346021621941 17:31 - ZKsync admin keys compromised https://x.com/zksync/status/1912141160744632737 https://x.com/gluk64/status/1912166820498329643 21:01 - Vitalik on supporting privacy https://vitalik.eth.limo/general/2025/04/14/privacy.html 23:16 - Sharing blob space https://x.com/Spire_Labs/status/1912173601165627723 https://x.com/mteamisloading/status/1912201695372718197 24:24 - Vitalik: An Ethereum Story on streaming https://x.com/EthereumFilm/status/1912161413402964182 In other news 25:04 - Crypto projects down because of AWS outage https://x.com/Rabby_io/status/1912056535884116415 https://x.com/LefterisJP/status/1912079776694653250 26:46 - Nic Carter on Signature bank death https://www.piratewires.com/p/signature-didnt-have-to-die-either-chokepoint-nic-carter

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This week, we dive into the evolving crypto and macro landscape—starting with the latest market signals: BTC dominance climbs to 69%, perp funding turns negative, and BTC options remain cautiously bearish. We also break down technical levels to watch, institutional flow trends, and how global equity valuations are influencing crypto sentiment.On the macro front, rising US-China uncertainty continue to take center stage. We assess potential ripple effects from escalating tariffs, a weakening yuan, and the PBOC's monetary posture.In industry news, Ripple makes a $1.2B acquisition, and Apollo backs Plume's push into tokenized assets. Onchain, stablecoin growth pauses while infrastructure protocols reclaim top revenue spots.We also share Coinbase updates: the May 9 launch of 24/7 derivatives trading, upcoming XRP futures, and progress in tokenized fund access through WisdomTree Connect.Topics Covered:Market Metrics: BTC dominance at 69%, flat-to-negative perp funding, bearish skew in options, and COIN50 reboundMacro Trends: China tariff escalation, yuan devaluation risk, Fed expectations and SPY valuation divergencesIndustry News: SEC stablecoin guidance, Ripple's $1.2B deal, Apollo's investment in Plume, and fundraises from Blackbird & CapOnchain Insights: Stablecoin growth stalls, Aave vote for Pendle PT as collateral, memecoin activity falls relative to overall DEX volumesCoinbase Updates: Derivatives launch (May 9), XRP Futures (Apr 21), WisdomTree tokenized funds, ML & Blockchain SummitUpcoming Catalysts: CPI + Jobless Claims (Thurs), FTX distributions (May 30), Pectra upgrade (end of April)Host:Ben Floyd, Head of Execution Services Speakers:David Han, Research AnalystGeorg Toropov, Senior CES Sales TraderLinks:Coinbase Derivatives is targeting May 9th to enable 24x7 trading for Bitcoin and Ether futures.XRP Futures likely to go live on April 21stWisdomTree Connect: 13 Tokenized Funds Now Available Across Base, Ethereum, Arbitrum, Avalanche and OptimismMachine Learning and Blockchain research summit on Thursday 8th MayCoinbase Blog - Unlocking Government Efficiency with Crypto and Blockchain

Explore the future of intellectual property on the blockchain in this insightful interview with Jason Zhao. Discover how Story Protocol is revolutionizing the way creators protect, share, and license their work. By bringing IP and copyright onchain, the protocol streamlines the process, ensures compliance with state and national laws, and secures rights in an innovative, transparent manner. Perfect for Web3 creators and blockchain developers ready to push boundaries and unlock new possibilities.Chapters00:00 - Intro: Jason Zhao, Co-founder and Chief Protocol Officer at Story Protocol 00:45 - How Story Protocol is revolutionizing IP management on blockchain 01:16 - Case study: Acquiring Justin Bieber's "Peaches" song rights 02:34 - The vision: Making IP as programmable as stablecoins 05:15 - Jason's background: From AI at DeepMind to blockchain 08:58 - Story's technical architecture: Custom Layer 1 blockchain 11:13 - Proof of Creativity Protocol explained 13:15 - Storing full IP rights and metadata (beyond NFTs) 18:47 - Legal framework and enforceable IP licenses 21:36 - Mainstream IP vs. native Story Protocol IP 24:07 - DeFi integration: Royalties and liquid IP markets 27:31 - How creators monetize their work on Story 29:50 - Tokenomics and the Big Bang staking event 33:51 - Roadmap: IP Portal and future upgrades 37:23 - David Goyer (Dark Knight trilogy) launching new IP on Story 38:28 - Fraud prevention and attestation services 45:02 - Staking mechanics and validator system 49:08 - Meme coins and IP-backed tokens 54:20 - The long-term vision: "HTTP for IP"✨ Check out our new website ✨https://thedefiant.io/

This week, we explore Fasanara's approach to trading—how they identify inefficiencies, their evolving strategies, and what's next for their platform. We also break down the latest market trends, including perp funding rates, ETF flows, and COIN50 index performance.Beyond markets, we dive into macro updates, covering Tariff Liberation Day on April 2nd, weaker JOLTs numbers, and expectations for non-farm payrolls. In  tokenization developments, we discuss Visa's Tokenized Asset Platform, Mastercard's blockchain-powered payment network, and the evolving stablecoin landscape.In the onchain section, we track TVL changes across major protocols, Ethereum's DEX dominance over Solana, and Walrus Storage's mainnet launch. Finally, we highlight key upcoming catalysts, including the FTX claims process starting on May 30th and broader market implications.Topics Covered:Fasanara's Trading Strategies: How they identify market inefficiencies and their future plans.Market Update: Perp funding rates, ETF flows, and technical levels for BTC, ETH & key indices.Macro Outlook: Liberation Day impact, JOLTs data, and Non-Farm Payrolls expectations.Regulatory & Industry News: Visa's tokenization plans, Mastercard's blockchain network, and stablecoin legislation.Onchain Insights: TVL shifts, Ethereum vs. Solana DEX volumes, and Walrus Storage live on mainnet.Upcoming Catalysts: Tariff Liberation Day (April 2nd) and FTX large claims process (May 30th).Host: Ben Floyd, Head of Execution ServicesSpecial Guest:Alessandro Balata, Partner and Portfolio Manager at Fasanara DigitalSpeakers:David Duong, Head of Institutional ResearchDavid Han, Research AnalystGeorg Toropov, Senior CES Sales TraderLinks:Coinbase Derivatives, LLC now offers CFTC-regulated futures for Natural Gas and Cardano $ADACoinbase open-sources our multiparty computation (MPC) cryptography library, setting a new industry benchmark for cryptographic transparency.Greg Tusar, Coinbase Head of Institutional Product joins Capital Decanted discuss whether a pro-crypto US administration will spur increased institutional adoption in the world's largest market.Max Branzburg, head of consumer talks about how crypto has evolved on the Tear Sheet PodcastCoinbase Institutional Research

A daily update on what's happening in the Rocket Pool community on Discord, Twitter, Reddit, and the DAO forum. #RocketPool #rpl #Ethereum #eth #crypto #cryptocurrency #staking #news Podcast RSS: https://anchor.fm/s/cd29a3d8/podcast/rss Anchor.fm: https://anchor.fm/rocket-fuel Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0Mvta9d2MsKq2u62w8RSoo Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/rocket-fuel/id1655014529 0:00 - Welcome Rocket Pool news 0:32 - New RPL low price https://discord.com/channels/405159462932971535/405163713063288832/1356232348978511973 5:33 - Onchain vote hits quorum https://discord.com/channels/405159462932971535/405163713063288832/1355976069446111272 6:43 - Grants results https://dao.rocketpool.net/t/round-22-feb-7-mar-7-grants-bounties-retrospective-awards-results/3567 12:43 - Keeping Rocket Pool in a capped validator world https://discord.com/channels/405159462932971535/405163713063288832/1356318798172389517 https://ethresear.ch/t/paths-to-ssf-revisited/22052 https://discord.com/channels/405159462932971535/405163713063288832/1356321252066988327 19:25 - Geth update https://github.com/ethereum/go-ethereum/releases/tag/v1.15.7 20:06 - Privacy pools on Ethereum https://x.com/0xbowio/status/1906784481496719749 https://x.com/0xzak/status/1906790220306997470 25:27 - Christine Kim leaving Galaxy Digital https://x.com/christine_dkim/status/1906773242834030676

This week, the team is joined by Brock Miller, Senior Staff Software Engineer, to discuss Coinbase Verified Pools—why we launched it, how it works, and what's next. We also break down the latest market trends, including perp funding rates, ETF flows, and the SOL futures ETFs.Beyond markets, we dive into macro updates, covering the April 2nd tariff announcement, the Fed's QT adjustment, and key earnings to watch in April. Onchain, we look at the continued growth in stablecoins, BUIDL's expansion to Solana, and new activity on Pumpswap and Polymarket. Finally, we highlight major Coinbase updates, including our Ethereum Validator Performance Report and a new institutional investor survey showing increasing crypto adoption. Check the show notes for all links.Topics Covered:Coinbase Verified Pools: Why we launched it and what's next.Market Update: Perp funding, ETF flows, and technical levels for BTC, ETH & SPX.Macro Outlook: April 2nd tariff news, Fed QT slowdown, and key earnings ahead.Onchain Insights: Stablecoin growth, BUIDL expansion, and Solana's DeFi shifts.Coinbase Updates: Ethereum validator report & institutional investor trends.Upcoming Catalysts: Pectra Hooli upgrade (March 26) and April 2nd macro events.Host:Ben Floyd, Head of Execution ServicesGuest:Brock Miller, Senior Staff Software EngineerSpeakers:David Duong, Head of Institutional ResearchDavid Han, Research AnalystGreg Sutton, Senior CES Sales TraderLinks:Ethereum Validator Performance ReportCoinbase Institutional Investor SurveyVerified Pools Announcement

Follow Proof of Coverage Media: https://x.com/Proof_CoverageConnor and co-host James Lovely, an expert in structured financial products, welcome Brandon Goh, CEO and Co-founder of Treehouse Finance, to explore the intersection of traditional finance (TradFi) and decentralized finance (DeFi). Goh shares his journey from Morgan Stanley to crypto, discussing how innovations like Uniswap reshaped his perspective. The conversation covers risk and return in borrowing rates, Ethereum's proof-of-stake system as a crypto equivalent to the risk-free rate, and the differences between Ethereum and Bitcoin. Goh introduces Treehouse's T-Asset product, which enhances liquid staking yields through arbitrage strategies, and highlights the importance of decentralized benchmark rates like the Decentralized Offered Rate (D.O.R). They also examine risks such as rehypothecation and the need for reliable data in DeFi, concluding with a discussion on institutional adoption and the infrastructure required for its growth.Timestamps:00:00 - Introduction03:09 - Brandon's Transition from TradFi to Crypto05:12 - Core Concepts of Borrowing Rates in TradFi07:59 - On-Chain Rates and Their Implications09:05 - Comparing Bitcoin and Ethereum as Risk-Free Rates12:22 - Staking Yield as a Risk-Free Rate Analogy14:08 - Liquid Staking Explained21:34 - Treehouse's T-Asset Product Overview23:46 - Decentralized Finance and Risk Considerations29:30 - Institutional Involvement in DeFi31:12 - Expanding to Other Chains and Market Strategy32:34 - Introduction to Decentralized Offered Rates (DOR)41:34 - Building a Decentralized Benchmark Rate48:09 - Incentives and Accuracy in the DOR FrameworkDisclaimer: The hosts and the firms they represent may hold stakes in the companies mentioned in this podcast. None of this is financial advice.

Join Alex Tapscott and Andrew Young as they decode the world of Web3 with special guest Anthony Day, Head of Strategy & Marketing of Midnight. Listen in as they discuss Anthony's background and journey into the space, Portugal's crypto scene, Midnight's launch strategy and long-term vision, how Midnight works, its focus on building its own L1 ecosystem versus serving as a middleware layer for other chains, the three generations of smart contract platforms and where Midnight stands, why Midnight chose Cardano to be its partner network over others, the future of onchain privacy, the U.S. government's evolving stance on crypto, and more.

Today, we dive into a new DEX research paper 'Execution Welfare Across Solver-based DEXes'. Joined by the authors, to find out which DEX is the best—enjoy!—  Timestamps:(00:00) Introduction  (04:53) What motivated this research?  (10:00) Measuring DEX end-user satisfaction  (12:29) Trade simulations vs historic trade data  (16:53) Research findings: welfare boxplot  (20:18) Asset-type dependence/platform comparison  (23:00) V2 liquidity attraction  (24:33) Onchain execution vs CEX  (33:10) DEX recommendations  (35:23) PEPE Ethereum onchain liquidity: long tail  (38:50) Trader profiles  (44:43) PMM/AMM liquidity comparisons  (50:56) How has your own behavior changed from research findings?  (1:01:37) Outro  —  Content links:Research paper: https://arxiv.org/abs/2503.00738—  **Follow the co-hosts** https://x.com/hildobby_  https://x.com/0xBoxer  https://x.com/sui414  **Follow the guests** https://x.com/ballsyalchemisthttps://x.com/dex_chen_V**Follow the Indexed Podcast:**  https://twitter.com/indexed_pod  —  The Indexed Podcast discusses hot topics, trendy metrics, and chart crimes in the crypto industry, with a new episode every 1st and 3rd Thursday of the month, brought to you by wizards @hildobby_, @0xBoxer, and @sui414.  Subscribe/follow the show and leave a comment to help us grow the podcast!  —  **DISCLAIMER:** All information presented here should not be relied upon as legal, financial, investment, tax, or even life advice. The views expressed in the podcast are not representative of the hosts' employers' views. We are acting independently of our respective professional roles.

This week, host Ben Floyd is joined by David Duong and Joshua Pak to break down the latest market action and key developments shaping the crypto landscape.We start with an overview of market trends, including ETF flows, basis, funding rates, CEX vs DEX volumes, and sector winners and losers. Then, we move into macro updates, discussing the CPI, the Fed's next steps, GDPNow forecasts, and regulatory shifts—including growing support for The BITCOIN Act.Onchain, we highlight Solana's five-year milestone, including some protocol highlights, and the latest in tokenized real-world assets. Finally, we wrap up with key catalysts to watch.We also celebrate four years of Coinbase Prime, our best-in-class platform that thousands of institutional clients use to trade, stake, finance, and custody crypto at scale. Coinbase also launched Coinbase for Governments to help bring them onchain.Topics Covered:Market Trends: ETF outflows, AI & memecoin sector moves, and BTC/ETH key levels.Macro & Regulation: Fed policy outlook, GDPNow, and crypto legislation updates.Onchain Insights: Solana's five-year growth, ETH-based RWA inflows, and major protocol updates.Upcoming Catalysts: Key economic events, protocol launches, and Nvidia's GTC conference.Host: Ben Floyd, Head of Execution ServicesSpeakers: David Duong, Head of Institutional Research Joshua Pak, Senior CES Sales TraderLinks:Coinbase Institutional ResearchCoinbase for GovernmentsLatest Coinbase Advertisement

Global currency digitalization is a process that is advancing rapidly around the world, with several countries creating digital versions of their currencies as a way to compete with the proliferation of private currencies and better meet the demands of an increasingly virtual economy. And even though Donald Trump has signed an executive order banning the creation and issuance of Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC) in the US, he wants to be the president that approves his own token currency; that being, stablecoin. With Crypto Keeper Elon Musk at the helm, comprehensive stablecoin legislation is expected to be finalized in the coming months, underscoring the government's urgency to maintain the US dollar's dominance in On-Chain activity. Tonight on Ground Zero (7-10 pm, pacific time on groundzeroplus.com), Clyde Lewis talks about TALES FROM THE CRYPTO KEEPER.

Gm! This week we're joined by Cindy Leow & Chris Heaney to discuss Swift, the most recent liquidty upgrade to Drift. We deep dive into how Swift will improve onchain execution, competing with CEXs, how to accelerate Solana DeFi, whats next for Drift & much more. Enjoy! -- Follow Cindy: https://x.com/cindyleowtt Follow Chris: https://x.com/crispheaney Follow Jack: https://x.com/whosknave Follow Lightspeed: https://twitter.com/Lightspeedpodhq Subscribe to the Lightspeed Newsletter: https://blockworks.co/newsletter/lightspeed Join the Lightspeed Manlets Collective Telegram: https://t.me/+QUl_ZOj2nMJlZTEx -- Use Code LIGHTSPEED10 for 10% off tickets to Digital Asset Summit 2025: https://blockworks.co/event/digital-asset-summit-2025-new-york -- Ledger, the global leader in digital asset security, proudly sponsors the Lightspeed podcast. As Ledger celebrates 10 years of securing 20% of global crypto, it remains the top choice for securing your Solana assets. Buy a LEDGER™ device now and build confidently, knowing your SOL are safe. Buy now on https://shop.ledger.com/?r=1da180a5de00. -- Get top market insights and the latest in crypto news. Subscribe to Blockworks Daily Newsletter: https://blockworks.co/newsletter/ -- (00:00) Introduction (01:23) What Is Drift? (04:49) Onchain Execution (07:02) Ledger Ad (10:32) Decentralization (11:23) Is Swift An L2? (18:43) The REV Impact (23:01) MEV On Solana (24:21) Building On Solana (26:25) Ledger Ad (30:58) The Key To Building An Onchain Exchange (31:45) The Evolution Of Drift (35:48) CEX vs DEX Perps (38:50) What's Next For Drift? (41:25) Prediction Markets (44:52) Accelerating Solana DeFi -- Disclaimers: Lightspeed was kickstarted by a grant from the Solana Foundation. Nothing said on Lightspeed 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. Mert, Jack, and our guests may hold positions in the companies, funds, or projects discussed.

In this week's Roundup, the crew dives into the growing intersection of AI and crypto, and the debate over AI agents transacting onchain. They explore the viability of zkAI, VC interest in crypto amid an AI-driven funding landscape, and the growing divergence between the OP Stack and Arbitrum. Finally, they tackle on-chain governance struggles, the fixation on block times, and why, despite bearish sentiment, the long-term future of crypto has never looked brighter. Enjoy! Resources OP Stack & Arbitrum Stack diverging: https://x.com/pumatheuma/status/1897746210351726883 Funding Rounds in Crypto: https://defillama.com/raises Mert's SIMD-228 Post: https://x.com/0xMert_/status/1900172113287565754 – L2s and L3s are history. Supra Containers give you dedicated, customizable AppSpace on Supra's Layer-1 to rescue you from the costs, complexities, and fragmentation of L2s and L3s.  Containers help you build with better customization and control than appchains at a fraction of the cost. Use your own token as the gas token, create local fee markets with custom gas amounts or just go gasless, and scale on demand whenever you need to. Supra Containers are secured by Supra's L1 nodes and get access to Supra's 500k TPS throughput, sub-second consensus latency, and all their built-in services like oracle price feeds and onchain randomness without any overhead. Supra is also MultiVM compatible so you can easily deploy your EVM, Move, and SVM smart contracts here. Get all the freedom, control, and tools you need to build super dApps and bring the world onchain. To learn more, visit www.supra.com/blockworks - - Follow Jill: https://x.com/jillrgunter Follow Nick: https://x.com/nickwh8te Follow Uma: https://x.com/pumatheuma Follow Mike: https://x.com/MikeIppolito_ Follow Expansion: https://x.com/ExpansionPod_ Subscribe on YouTube: https://bit.ly/3QLwfTs 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/ -- Timestamps: (00:00) Introduction (02:57) Why Would AI Agents Transact Onchain? (07:17) Is zkAI Viable? (10:45) Supra Pre-Roll (11:10) Does Grok Suck? (12:59) VC Interest in Crypto (15:30) OP Stack and Arbitrum Orbit Stack Diverging (27:02) Are Regulatory Pressures Impacting L2 Models? (34:16) Supra Mid-Roll (35:00) The Fixation on Block Times (40:11) Onchain Governance Struggles (55:57) Optimism For Crypto's Future - - 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. Michael, Nick, and our guests may hold positions in the companies, funds, or projects discussed.

Gm! This week Tzvi Wiesel joins the show to discuss building a great consumer app in crypto. We deep dive into the Baxus playbook & how Tzvi is creating an onchain market place for the world's most collectible spirits. Enjoy! -- Follow Tzvi: https://x.com/web4O Follow Jack: https://x.com/whosknave Follow Lightspeed: https://twitter.com/Lightspeedpodhq Subscribe to the Lightspeed Newsletter: https://blockworks.co/newsletter/lightspeed Join the Lightspeed Manlets Collective Telegram: https://t.me/+QUl_ZOj2nMJlZTEx -- Use Code LIGHTSPEED10 for 10% off tickets to Digital Asset Summit 2025: https://blockworks.co/event/digital-asset-summit-2025-new-york -- Just for Lightspeed listeners, visit https://bonkbets.io/ and connect your wallet to get 10% back on any losses to bet again. For a limited time, make two $10 bets on any game before March 1 2025 to get a free third $10 bet. -- Get top market insights and the latest in crypto news. Subscribe to Blockworks Daily Newsletter: https://blockworks.co/newsletter/ -- (00:00) Introduction (01:57) The Baxus Playbook (11:33) Bonk Bets Ad (12:05) The Baxus Playbook (17:41) DeFi On Baxus (29:20) Bonk Bets Ad (29:52) Building A Consumer App On Solana (44:55) Real World Assets -- Disclaimers: Lightspeed was kickstarted by a grant from the Solana Foundation. Nothing said on Lightspeed 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. Mert, Jack, and our guests may hold positions in the companies, funds, or projects discussed.

This week, host Ben Floyd is joined by David Duong, David Han, and Greg Sutton to break down the latest market action and what's on the horizon. We kick off with insights from our interview with Man AHL (Part of Man Group's Systematic Investment Business), exploring their approach to trend following and their evolving crypto strategy. From there, we dive into the macro landscape, reviewing the market movers of the past week, key support and liquidation levels, and what they signal for future price action. Onchain, we cover Ethereum's Pectra upgrade, stablecoin supply growth, and the surprising decline in DEX volumes.To wrap up, we outline the most important upcoming catalysts that could shape market sentiment — plus, we've linked some essential reading from Man AHL and Coinbase Institutional Research in the show notes.Topics Covered:Man AHL Insights: Trend following strategies and crypto adoption.Macro & Market Movers: What's been driving volatility and key levels to watch.Ethereum & DeFi: The Pectra upgrade, stablecoin expansion, and DEX activity.Catalyst Watch: Upcoming events and protocol changes that could move markets.Special GuestsTarek Abou Zeid, Partner at Man AHL and Global Head of Client Portfolio ManagementAndre Rzym, Partner and Portfolio Manager at Man AHLHost:Ben Floyd, Head of Execution ServicesSpeakers:David Duong, Head of Institutional ResearchDavid Han, Research AnalystGreg Sutton, Senior CES Sales TraderLinks:An Investors Guide to Crypto - Man AHLIn Crypto We Trend - Man AHLCoinbase Institutional Research

Summary   In this episode, Blockchain Wayne interviews Asaf, co-founder of Addressable, discussing the intersection of blockchain technology and marketing. They explore how Addressable helps companies understand and target users in the blockchain space by enriching wallet data with real-world insights. The conversation highlights the importance of data in marketing strategies, the challenges of user anonymity in blockchain, and the innovative solutions Addressable offers to enhance user acquisition and engagement.   Learn more about Addressable: https://www.addressable.io/    Takeaways   Asaf has a background in AI and military intelligence. Addressable addresses the challenge of user anonymity in blockchain. The company enriches wallet data to help businesses understand their audience. Data is crucial for effective marketing in the blockchain space. Cost per wallet is a new metric for evaluating marketing success. Privacy is a priority for Addressable's data practices. Companies can use Addressable to reach specific target audiences. The importance of community and tech in the success of crypto projects. User experience is impacted by the choice of login methods. Face-to-face interactions are valuable in building business relationships.   Chapters   00:00 Introduction to Blockchain and AI 02:06 Understanding Addressable's Mission 06:06 Targeting Users in the Blockchain Space 10:10 The Importance of Data in Marketing 13:58 Navigating User Experience with Wallets 17:47 Case Studies and Real-World Applications 21:56 Conclusion and Future Directions

Have you been involved in another week of absolute crypto chaos? Episode 103 is packed with wild headlines—Alexis Ohanian wants to put TikTok on-chain, Dogecoin just got the ETF green light, and the SEC is suddenly not interested in Yuga Labs anymore. Meanwhile, Trump's late-night tweets are sending Bitcoin and Ethereum on a ride wilder than a meme stock rally. Is this market manipulation at its finest, or just another day in the digital asset circus? We break it all down—strategic reserves, power plays, and why Brian Armstrong is out here acting like the only adult in the room. Grab a drink, this one's a trip.

Hong Kong is strategically positioning itself as a key web3 hub, and there are good reasons to watch what's happening there.A major highlight from Consensus Hong Kong is the quickly evolving regulatory landscape. Recently, Animoca Brands teamed up with Standard Chartered and Hong Kong Telecom to launch a regulated HKD stablecoin – one of the first with direct backing from a major bank and official HKMA regulation.The bigger picture? Network effects drive success. Whether it's stablecoins bringing new users onboard or Web3 gaming driving engagement, long-term winners are those building lasting communities and sustainable economies.That's what we're diving into today with Animoca Brands Chairman, Yat Siu. We get deep into Hong Kong's emergence as a web3 center, shifting views on stablecoins, and how crypto adoption in Asia differs from Western markets.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

This week, host Ben Floyd is joined by David Han and Georg Toropov to navigate a tough crypto landscape. We break down Solana's sharp decline—down nearly 50% from its highs—Ethereum nearing a death cross, and extreme fear gripping the market amidst over $1B in ETF outflows and widespread liquidations. We also cover the Bybit hack and its ripple effects across trading activity.On the onchain side, we dive into the drop in Solana DEX volumes, Pump.fun's plan to launch its own AMM, and a wave of more recent mainnet launches from the likes of Berachain and Story, as well as Monad's testnet debut.Meanwhile, macro factors add to the uncertainty, with rate cuts unlikely before summer. Client conversations reveal a lack of clear near-term catalysts with significant legislation potentially taking months to materialize. But we finish on a high note—Ethereum's RWA market is growing in both value and adoption, even as the Pectra testnet hits delays.Links:Coinbase Research2025 Crypto OutlookTopics Covered:Market Weakness: SOL's drop, ETH's death cross risk, ETF outflows, and liquidations.Security Incident: The Bybit hack and market response.Onchain Activity: Solana DEX struggles, Pump AMMs, and major protocol launches.Macro & Sentiment: Delayed Fed cuts, client sentiment, and regulatory hurdles.Ethereum Outlook: Pectra testnet hiccups, but RWA growth as a bright spot.Host:Ben Floyd, Head of Execution ServicesSpeakers:David Han, Research AnalystGeorg Toropov, Senior CES Sales Trader

A daily update on what's happening in the Rocket Pool community on Discord, Twitter, Reddit, and the DAO forum. #RocketPool #rpl #Ethereum #eth #crypto #cryptocurrency #staking #news Podcast RSS: https://anchor.fm/s/cd29a3d8/podcast/rss Anchor.fm: https://anchor.fm/rocket-fuel Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0Mvta9d2MsKq2u62w8RSoo Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/rocket-fuel/id1655014529 0:00 - Welcome 0:42 - Pectra Holesky hardforkhttps://discord.com/channels/405159462932971535/405163713063288832/1343702947782987831 https://x.com/christine_dkim/status/1894149350982652221 https://x.com/christine_dkim/status/1894160274237903043 https://discord.com/channels/405159462932971535/1118917696738824212/1343733301642399837 https://x.com/ethStaker/status/1894171709667750389 https://x.com/gakonst/status/1894174460288356569 https://x.com/timbeiko/status/1894177342295244981 https://x.com/parithosh_j/status/1894236676567785814 https://x.com/nixorokish/status/1894177241895989323https://discord.com/channels/405159462932971535/405163713063288832/1343824493432410184 https://etherworld.co/2025/02/24/holesky-testnet-incident-postmortem-report/ https://x.com/owocki/status/1894415391210049754 https://x.com/TimBeiko/status/1894472196464197917 Rocket Pool news 14:43 - Onchain vote starts… but problem https://discord.com/channels/405159462932971535/405163713063288832/1344004074449666098 https://discord.com/channels/405159462932971535/405163979141545995/1343473160137478235 16:27 - 102 ETH block to the smoothing pool https://etherscan.io/tx/0x3cb35e73887510a4b2ece7e896ff2e0b043f1c8650daa59ec97098fd36e79f67 https://rocketscan.io/smoothingpool 17:58 - RP at ETH Denver https://discord.com/channels/405159462932971535/1310702591746900038/1343679896416944128 Staking news 19:52 - Client releases https://github.com/ChainSafe/lodestar/releases/tag/v1.27.1 https://github.com/NethermindEth/nethermind/releases/tag/1.31.1 Ethereum news 20:27 - Aya moves from EF ED to President https://x.com/AggrNews/status/1894419960585138513 https://x.com/vitalikbuterin/status/1894421753465643265? https://x.com/AyaMiyagotchi/status/1894422130462249185 https://x.com/econoar/status/1894427680747274620 https://x.com/adamscochran/status/1894424569093480869 23:41 - Uniswap case dropped by SEC https://x.com/WatcherGuru/status/1894451220690915560 https://x.com/Uniswap/status/1894452298698358989 https://x.com/haydenzadams/status/1894452459113738591 25:08 - EF Research Reddit AMA https://www.reddit.com/r/ethereum/comments/1iw8ln8/ama_we_are_ef_research_pt_13_25_february_2025/ 26:27 - Fight against Lazarus https://x.com/benbybit/status/1894397098323579333 https://www.lazarusbounty.com/

Will Robinson, VP of Engineering at Coinbase, explores the company's expanding role in decentralized finance (DeFi), highlighting the launch of Bitcoin-backed USDC loans through Morpho and Coinbase's broader efforts to integrate DeFi solutions. He explains how Coinbase is working to connect centralized finance (CeFi) with DeFi by incorporating decentralized protocols while prioritizing security and regulatory compliance. Robinson also discusses the introduction of cbBTC as an alternative to WBTC, the company's approach to multi-chain development, and its plans for further DeFi integrations. Additionally, he addresses ongoing debates about Ethereum Layer 2 networks and their impact on the main chain, emphasizing the importance of improved cross-chain interoperability. He also provides insights into Coinbase's asset listing process, the role of meme coins in the crypto ecosystem, and the company's broader mission to support a more open and accessible financial system.Chapters00:00 - Intro: Will Robinson, VP of Engineering at Coinbase00:45 - Coinbase's expanding role in DeFi01:16 - Bitcoin-backed USDC loans powered by Morpho02:34 - How Coinbase enables BTC holders to access liquidity05:15 - Risks involved in Bitcoin-backed loans08:58 - Liquidation risks and loan-to-value ratios11:13 - Early demand and adoption of the product13:15 - cbBTC vs. WBTC: Why Coinbase launched its own Bitcoin wrapper18:47 - How cbBTC is issued and traded21:36 - Coinbase's approach to self-custody and wallets24:07 - The role of Coinbase Wallet in bridging CeFi and DeFi27:31 - Coinbase's long-term DeFi strategy and future integrations29:50 - Will DeFi become a mainstream part of traditional finance?33:51 - Coinbase's evolution from exchange to financial institution34:34 - The rise of Base: How Coinbase grew its Layer 238:28 - Are Layer 2s parasitic to Ethereum?49:08 - The role of meme coins in crypto and Coinbase's listing process54:20 - The future of on-chain finance and economic freedom✨ Check out our new website ✨https://thedefiant.io/

This episode is sponsored by Indeed.  Stop struggling to get your job post seen on other job sites. Indeed's Sponsored Jobs help you stand out and hire fast. With Sponsored Jobs your post jumps to the top of the page for your relevant candidates, so you can reach the people you want faster.   Get a $75 Sponsored Job Credit to boost your job's visibility! Claim your offer now: https://www.indeed.com/EYEONAI     Dominic Williams' Bold Vision for The Internet Computer (ICP) | The Future of Decentralized Computing   The internet is broken—can blockchain fix it? In this episode, Dominic Williams, the visionary behind The Internet Computer (ICP) and founder of DFINITY, reveals his plan to build a decentralized alternative to cloud computing. Discover how ICP is challenging Big Tech, replacing traditional IT infrastructure, and creating a tamper-proof, autonomous internet powered by smart contracts.   What You'll Learn in This Episode: Why Dominic Williams believes the current internet is flawed How ICP aims to replace centralized cloud providers like AWS & Google Cloud The role of smart contracts in making the internet more secure and censorship-resistant The mission of DFINITY and how it started in 2016 The future of Web3, decentralized applications (dApps), and blockchain governance   Don't miss this deep dive into the future of the internet! If you're interested in blockchain, decentralization, and the next evolution of the web, this episode is for you. Stay Updated: Craig Smith Twitter: https://twitter.com/craigss Eye on A.I. Twitter: https://twitter.com/EyeOn_AI   (00:00) The Origins of The Internet Computer   (02:57) Dominic Williams' Background in Tech   (04:28) Early Innovations in Distributed Computing   (07:08) The Birth of a 'World Computer' Concept   (11:22) Reimagining IT: A Decentralized Alternative   (13:45) The Creation of DFINITY and ICP   (16:29) How ICP Differs from Traditional Blockchains   (22:05) The Problem with Cloud-Based Blockchains   (25:35) How ICP Ensures True Decentralization   (29:25) AI & The Self-Writing Internet   (35:24) How ICP Hosts AI & Smart Contracts   (40:23) Understanding Reverse Gas and ICP's Economy   (45:03) The Vision: A Truly Decentralized Internet   (49:09) How To Use The Internet Computer   (52:01) The Role of Nodes & Incentives in ICP   (56:53) The Future of Web3 & Decentralized Applications   (01:05:49) The Misconception of ‘On-Chain' & Blockchain Hype   

Summary   In this episode, Blockchain Wayne interviews Dan Averbukh from validity Base, exploring the intersection of blockchain technology and data verification. Dan shares his journey from finance to crypto, the inception of validity Base, and its applications in various sectors. The conversation delves into the importance of data integrity, privacy concerns, and the open protocol architecture of validity Base, emphasizing its role in creating a reliable and verifiable track record for financial data. The episode concludes with insights on how to get started with validity Base and its future potential.   Learn more about validity Base: https://www.vbase.com/   Takeaways   Dan Averbukh transitioned from finance to crypto after discovering Bitcoin. validity Base was created to address trust issues in financial data. Blockchain technology offers a single source of truth for data verification. The importance of privacy in sharing financial data is paramount. validity Base allows users to create verifiable track records without sharing underlying data. The platform is built on an open protocol, promoting interoperability. Users can control their data and avoid being locked into a single provider. Polygon blockchain is currently used for data commitments. The first 100 data stamps per month on validity Base are free. Getting started with validity Base is simple and accessible for users.    Chapters   00:00 Introduction to Blockchain and validity Base 02:57 Dan Averbukh's Journey into Crypto 06:12 Understanding validity Base and Its Applications 08:57 The Importance of Data Verification 11:55 Privacy and Data Control in Blockchain 14:55 Interoperability and Open Protocols 17:54 Getting Started with validity Base 21:06 Conclusion and Future Directions

The Milk Road PRO team is back to give you your weekly dose of alpha. In today's episode, we are dissecting market trends, especially real-world assets and stablecoins. There is an insane amount of money flooding into these sectors, we're talking billions of dollars every single week. Are you ready to ride this wave or be left behind?~~~~~

In episode 191, we're excited to welcome Elizabeth Kukka, CEO of Purpose for Profit, the world's first tokenized lending fund and on-chain endowment for ESG initiatives. With a bold vision for reimagining impact investing, powered by crypto, Purpose for Profit is tackling one of society's most pressing challenges: affordable housing.In this episode, we explore:How blockchain can fuel impact investing and drive capital allocation to affordable housing projects.The power of tokenized lending to drive real-world ESG initiatives.Key lessons from Elizabeth's transition from traditional tech and VC to crypto, and her advice for mission-driven web3 founders.--Key Takeaways--Tokenized Impact Investing Opens New Doors: Web3 is breaking down barriers in impact investing, allowing individuals to earn while driving positive change. By fractionalizing assets, tokenized lending makes it possible for retail investors to participate in ESG markets that were previously only accessible to institutions.Rebuilding Trust and Breaking Down Greenwashing with On-Chain Transparency: Bringing transactions on-chain enables real-time tracking of funds, ensuring every dollar is accounted for. This transparency not only builds trust but also allows investors to see the tangible impact of their contributions, addressing one of the biggest challenges in ESG investing - greenwashing.Active Participation in Impact Investing: Unlike traditional investing, where shareholders often have limited insight into operations, decentralized, tokenized impact investing can offer a direct connection to impact projects. Investors can engage more meaningfully, gaining visibility into decision-making and progress, fostering a deeper sense of ownership and accountability.--Full shownotes with links available at--https://www.cryptoaltruism.org/blog/crypto-altruists-episode-191-purpose-for-profit-tokenized-lending-real-world-assets-and-onchain-impact-investing-for-affordable-housingThank 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

For EP20 of Chain Reactions, we talked to Locha, the founder of Fuul, a top-tier onchain incentives boosting protocol and application for marketers in crypto.Locha is an impressive multi-time founder from Argentina who has been deep in the weeds of helping market and grow onchain companies like Sushiswap and many more, starting with referral and affiliate links, and growing with the industry to help incentivize and reward more accurate onchain engagement for users all over.We had a really fun time talking through the nuances of onchain marketing and how early stage projects can think about incentive mechanisms, and this was a great follow up to last week's conversation with Fran from Superfluid.Please enjoy, and as always, be sure to subscribe, give us a five star review, and mint our episode athttps://pods.media/myosinxyz!

Digital communities are evolving, and it's happening fast! In this episode, we dive into how community builders are using crypto and tokenized leaderboards to create engaging, self-sustaining ecosystems. Join Humpty, JC, and Pichi as they share their experiences building thriving communities, overcoming moderation challenges, and launching tokens to reward real engagement. Key topics covered: - How leaderboards help recognize and reward top contributors - Why community tokens are the next evolution of engagement - The power of token swaps & cross-community collaboration - Insights from Cura/OpenRank on decentralized social coordination Spicy takes from the episode: - “If you don't like how a channel is run, make a better one.” – Pichi - “We are moving from social engagement to incentivized engagement.” – Humpty - "Farcaster is an innovator's playground—we're here to experiment.” – JC Whether you're building a community or just curious about the future of decentralized social networks, this episode is packed with insights and real-world experiments you won't want to miss! Subscribe for more deep dives into Web3, social tokens, and the future of online communities!

In this episode, Edgar Roth, Protocol Specialist at Kiln, hosts Georgi Koreli, CEO & Co-Founder at Hinkal. Together, they discuss the evolution of privacy in blockchain technology, the challenges of compliance, and the innovative solutions Hinkal is developing to enhance user privacy. He emphasizes the importance of integrating privacy into the user experience and the future of DeFi privacy. The discussion also covers cross-chain privacy, user demographics, and the technical innovations that Hinkal is implementing to ensure secure and private transactions on public blockchains. PODCAST INFO:

This week, host Ben Floyd is joined by David Duong, David Han, and Greg Sutton to break down the latest macro and crypto market movements. We'll dive into the impact of new tariffs on crypto, how the Fed might respond, and the key data points policymakers are watching next. We'll also analyze weekend trading activity and BTC's continued outperformance, alongside ETH's relative weakness and overall funding rate trends.David Sacks' press conference on a potential Bitcoin strategic reserve continues discussion on the role of BTC in national reserves, and we'll also explore the broader implications of a potential U.S. sovereign wealth fund.On the onchain front, we'll refresh on Ethereum's Pectra upgrade, the implications of increasing validator balances, and the recent gas limit vote. We'll also cover ETH's inflation rate nearing BTC's, Uniswap V4's structural improvements, and the growing stablecoin supply, with $3B added this week—$2B on Ethereum alone. Finally, we compare DEX volumes to gauge onchain liquidity shifts.Links:Coinbase Research2025 Crypto OutlookTopics Covered:Macro & Markets: Tariff impact, Fed expectations, and key economic signals.Trading Trends: BTC strength on pullbacks, ETH underperformance, and weekend activity.Onchain Updates: Ethereum's Pectra upgrade, validator changes, and gas limit vote.Stablecoin & DEX Activity: Supply growth and liquidity trends.Uniswap V4: Programmable hooks, improved routing, and liquidity migration patterns.Host: Ben Floyd, Head of Execution ServicesSpeakers:David Duong, Head of Institutional ResearchDavid Han, Research AnalystGreg Sutton, Senior CES Sales Trader

In this episode, Jason and Andrea from Story Protocol joined us to discuss onchain IP, validating IP, and the primary use cases for Story Protocol. We also dove into Story's Agent TCP/IP and all that it entails. Finally, we ended the episode with discussion on exporting IP to other chains, centralized competitors, and where onchain IP is headed. 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. -- Special thanks to our sponsor, dYdX! Stay up-to-date with DeFi's Pro Trading Platform by following dYdX on X: https://x.com/dYdX -- Join us at DAS NYC 2025!  Use code 0x10 for a 10% discount: https://blockworks.co/event/digital-asset-summit-2025-new-york -- 0xResearch needs your help!  We're conducting an audience survey to help us get a better picture of who our listeners are, and what you want to see from the show. What do you like about the show? What can we improve on? To contribute, follow this link: https://blockworks-research.beehiiv.com/forms/a97db4d7-5ff3-4a02-9089-d521bc64babd -- Follow Story Protocol: https://x.com/StoryProtocol Follow Andrea: https://x.com/devrelius Follow Jason: https://x.com/jasonjzhao Follow Boccaccio: https://x.com/salveboccaccio Follow Blockworks Research: https://x.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/ Join the 0xResearch Telegram group: https://t.me/+z0H6y2bS-dllODVh -- Timestamps: (0:00) Introduction (0:45) Overview of Story Protocol (5:48) The IP Marketplace on Story (10:27) Validating IP (15:23) Primary Use Cases (25:45) Private IP (27:36) dYdX Ad (32:03) Story's Agent TCP/IP (38:22) How Do Royalties Work? (46:04) Exporting IP to Other Chains (48:39) Story Protocol Frontends (52:03) Centralized Competitors (54:45) Onchain IP Going Forward -- 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, Danny, and our guests may hold positions in the companies, funds, or projects discussed.

In today's episode Alex Dolesky, founder of Uranium Digital, explains why a commodity powering 10% of global electricity still trades through phone calls and decade-long contracts. After discovering he couldn't express a bullish view on uranium like other commodities, Alex set out to build the first institutional-grade spot market on Solana, bringing transparency and efficiency to one of the world's most archaic markets. Today's conversation explores uranium's critical role in powering AI data centers, why traditional institutions are finally embracing crypto infrastructure, and how modernizing markets could accelerate nuclear's renaissance. Enjoy! - - Help us shape the future of Empire. Fill out our audience survey and give us your thoughts: https://empire-31ed59.beehiiv.com/forms/01a0ba12-61d0-4a12-a6c6-8bbcdb3b0060 Start your day with crypto news, analysis and data from Katherine Ross and David Canellis. Subscribe to the Empire newsletter: https://blockworks.co/newsletter/empire?utm_source=podcasts Follow Alex: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alex-dolesky-005676181/ Follow Jason: https://twitter.com/JasonYanowitz Follow Santiago: https://twitter.com/santiagoroel Follow Empire: https://twitter.com/theempirepod Subscribe on YouTube: https://tinyurl.com/4fdhhb2j Subscribe on Apple: https://tinyurl.com/mv4frfv7 Subscribe on Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/wbaypprw Get top market insights and the latest in crypto news. Subscribe to Blockworks Daily Newsletter: https://blockworks.co/newsletter/ - - GEODNET's native token, GEOD, can be easily mined with a GEODNET Satellite Miner, presenting a unique opportunity to generate passive income. By setting up a GEODNET base station, you can join this groundbreaking Web3 ecosystem that is powering the future of AI and robotics. Join the revolution today and learn more at https://geodnet.com. - - Unichain is a fast, decentralized L2 that's built to be the home for DeFi and liquidity across chains. To stay updated on news including the upcoming launch of Unichain, visit www.Unichain.org or follow @Unichain on X. - - Petra Earn was designed to make DeFi more accessible for everyone—from seasoned pros to DeFi beginners. Manage your balance, claim rewards and deposit directly from the app. By supplying USDT to Aries lending pools, users have the potential to earn a higher yield compared to some traditional methods. Not financial advice. Participating in Defi carries risks. To learn more visit petra.app/earn - - Get up to speed on the biggest stories in crypto each week. In five minutes. Get the Bitwise Weekly CIO Memo delivered directly to your inbox at bitwiseinvestments.com/ciomemo/empire - - Timestamps: (00:00) Introduction (00:39) Inside the Uranium Market (12:11) Exposure to Uranium (20:49) KYC Requirements (25:11) Trading on Crypto Rails (30:38) Geodnet Ad (31:36) Uniswap Ad (32:26) Who Benefits from this Market? (38:10) Evolution of Uranium Markets (43:19) Aptos Ad (44:03) Bitwise Ad (44:53) The Case for Nuclear (58:19) Architecture Decision - - Disclaimer: Nothing said on Empire 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. Santiago, Jason, and our guests may hold positions in the companies, funds, or projects discussed.

with @1HowardWu @SuccinctJT @rhhackettWelcome to web3 with a16z. Today's show is all about privacy, why it matters, and how to achieve it technically onchain.It's fair to say that many blockchains today are quite… revealing. But that openness and transparency doesn't work for everything — who would want anyone to have full-on X-Ray vision into your finances? That's one reason why there's been a growing appreciation for — and trend toward — more blockchain privacy. Our guest today argues that there are many other reasons you might want some secrecy too, including a whole host of onchain applications and uses that only become feasible when you have a notion of privacy. That guest is Provable Cofounder and CEO Howard Wu who helped invent the protocols behind and build Aleo, a privacy-focused blockchain network. Wu joins a16z crypto Research Partner Justin Thaler, who is also a computer scientist at Georgetown University (as well as the brains behind the cutting-edge, open source zkVM Jolt), plus me, your host, Robert Hackett.The first voice you'll hear is mine, then Howard's, then Justin's. As a reminder, none of the content should be taken as investment, business, legal, or tax advice. Please see a16z.com/disclosures for more important information, including a link to a list of our investments.

Join Piers Kicks as he welcomes back James Zhang, co-founder and CEO of JAMBO, for an exploration of how they're revolutionizing Web3 accessibility through mobile infrastructure. From selling over 700,000 phones across 100+ countries to ambitious plans for satellite launches, discover how JAMBO is building the "on-chain Apple" for emerging markets.

A daily update on what's happening in the Rocket Pool community on Discord, Twitter, Reddit, and the DAO forum. #RocketPool #rpl #Ethereum #eth #crypto #cryptocurrency #staking #news Podcast RSS: https://anchor.fm/s/cd29a3d8/podcast/rss Anchor.fm: https://anchor.fm/rocket-fuel Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0Mvta9d2MsKq2u62w8RSoo Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/rocket-fuel/id1655014529 0:00 - Welcome Rocket Pool news 0:35 - New lows for RPL https://discord.com/channels/405159462932971535/405503016234385409/1333444438965485729 https://discord.com/channels/405159462932971535/405163713063288832/1333349369877102614 2:58 - Jasper meeting today https://discord.com/channels/405159462932971535/998627604686979214/1332518802440589323 https://discord.com/channels/405159462932971535/405163713063288832/1333528764445098065 5:36 - GMC round 20 results and news https://dao.rocketpool.net/t/round-20-dec-7-jan-7-grants-bounties-retrospective-awards-results/3492?u=shfryn https://dao.rocketpool.net/t/looking-for-overseer-for-the-star-initiative-reth-incubator/3475/8?u=shfryn 9:56 - Onchain voting sentiment poll https://dao.rocketpool.net/t/on-chain-quorum-initialization-poap/3474/32 10:53 - NSSO selling again https://discord.com/channels/405159462932971535/405163713063288832/1333249942717726761 https://discord.com/channels/405159462932971535/405163713063288832/1333252828667445269 13:15 - More rETH incentives https://x.com/contango_xyz/status/1883896846000804344 https://x.com/letsgethai/status/1883931224764559476 https://x.com/beefyfinance/status/1883219260992074145 15:18 - Ramana playing MEV games https://discord.com/channels/405159462932971535/405163713063288832/1333089715741659178 https://discord.com/channels/405159462932971535/405163713063288832/1333142421751599156 https://discord.com/channels/405159462932971535/405163713063288832/1333091251028889610 Staking news 17:17 - Suggested hardware and bandwidth for staking https://x.com/fabdarice/status/1883651716941566393 20:14 - Eth Pando OS data https://github.com/ethpandaops/contributoor-installer?tab=readme-ov-file#-with-rocketpool-smart-node Ethereum news 21:28 - Eth Strategy x2 https://x.com/josephdelong/status/1883200366042599484 https://x.com/josephdelong/status/1883593416627421452? https://x.com/VivekVentures/status/1883276853307465933 In other news 24:31 - In-kind redemption for BTC ETF https://x.com/JSeyff/status/1882899641794248885

In this explosive episode, we dive deep into two transformative developments in crypto: the unprecedented launch of Trump's presidential memecoin and the innovative tokenization of Colombian coffee trade. Our guest ApeDude breaks down how Trump's $70B token launch just days before inauguration has fundamentally changed crypto's legitimacy and explores what this means for the future of political fundraising, government adoption, and mainstream acceptance.We then explore Real World Arabica's mission to revolutionize the $5B Colombian coffee industry through blockchain technology, making premium coffee more accessible while improving conditions for farmers.Key Topics:The implications of the first presidential memecoinHow Trump's token changes crypto's legitimacy foreverThe future of political fundraising through tokenizationBringing Colombian specialty coffee to the blockchainCreating crypto-friendly farmer associationsThe next generation of crypto-native commerceWhether you're a crypto enthusiast, political observer, or coffee lover, this episode offers unique insights into how blockchain technology is reshaping both politics and traditional commerce.Guest: Ape Dude (@rwarabica) Host: Thomas Bahamas (@thomasbahamasfi)Note: This episode contains several discussions about cryptocurrency and politics. Nothing in this episode constitutes financial advice. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thomasbahamas.substack.com

In this episode of CryptoSapiens, we dive into the transformative power of channel tokens with Sahil and Dharmi. Learn how these innovative tools are revolutionizing Farcaster communities through fair launches, fair rewards, and community wallets. We explore the mechanics of channel tokens as tools for social and economic coordination, enabling decentralized governance, rewarding meaningful contributions, and fostering collaboration across communities. Sahil and Dharmi also share how Cura leverages OpenRank to create reputation-based leaderboards and gamified weekly rewards, making engagement both fair and fun. Discover how channel tokens unlock new opportunities for sustainable growth, transparent tokenomics, and values-aligned partnerships. Whether you're a moderator, creator, or community entrepreneur, this episode is packed with actionable insights to elevate your community on Farcaster. Don't miss this essential guide to building thriving, token-powered communities!

A daily update on what's happening in the Rocket Pool community on Discord, Twitter, Reddit, and the DAO forum. #RocketPool #rpl #Ethereum #eth #crypto #cryptocurrency #staking #news Podcast RSS: https://anchor.fm/s/cd29a3d8/podcast/rss Anchor.fm: https://anchor.fm/rocket-fuel Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0Mvta9d2MsKq2u62w8RSoo Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/rocket-fuel/id1655014529 0:00 - Welcome Rocket Pool news 0:45 - Rocket Pool news Liquity V2 tomorrow https://discord.com/channels/405159462932971535/405163713063288832/1331651220317802578 Onchain voting governance talk https://discord.com/channels/405159462932971535/1328023125409009705/1331483131714342992 Gas signaling https://discord.com/channels/405159462932971535/405163713063288832/1331660800380899430 Obol list https://discordapp.com/channels/405159462932971535/405163713063288832/1331374266511527986 https://discordapp.com/channels/405159462932971535/1138704692772356097/1331359858351673364 Staking news Client update https://github.com/Consensys/teku/releases/tag/25.1.0 https://discord.com/channels/405159462932971535/405163713063288832/1331574527787929601 https://discord.com/channels/405159462932971535/405163713063288832/1331588238879756383 More Wold Liberty stake with Lido https://discord.com/channels/405159462932971535/405163713063288832/1331393106066804798 Ethereum news TC sanctions lifted https://x.com/cointelegraph/status/1882001200524173553 Alternative Ethereum Foundation? https://x.com/2nd_foundation_/status/1882058366023025039?s=46 https://x.com/lomashuk/status/1866253056330842553?s=46 https://x.com/rudolf6_/status/1882081314226200594?s=46 Ethereum staking ETF coming very soon https://x.com/etheraider/status/1881816921366208541 Native rollup twitter space https://discord.com/channels/405159462932971535/405163713063288832/1331390629363843113 In other news SAB 121 repeal today https://x.com/prestonpysh/status/1882109287209799738?s=46 Dr Doofus' hidden poap message https://discord.com/channels/405159462932971535/405163713063288832/1331465823013044234

Tarun Gupta is the Founder at Coinshift. In this episode, we review a new yield-bearing stablecoin called csUSDL, designed to be the ultimate treasury reserve asset. With hundreds of billions sitting idle in stablecoins, Coinshift hopes to provide DAOs, onchain liquid funds, and even retail DeFi users with permissionless access to a more scalable yield-bearing stablecoin backed by RWAs. This is a great episode to also understand why builders work with Morpho, and why they see such a huge opportunity to meet the demand for yield-bearing stablecoins onchain. ------

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