Podcasts about Polygon

Chris Plante is a journalist, editor, and one of the sharpest voices working in video game media. After studying at New York University, he worked as freelance writer for outlets including The Guardian, Vulture, and Edge before, in 2012, co-founding Polygon, a website blending coverage of pop culture, longform storytelling, and thoughtful games criticism. Alongside his journalism, he co-wrote the story for the hit podcast series, Limetown, later adapted into a TV series starring Stanley Tucci. In 2017, after a stint overseeing the Culture desk at The Verge, he returned to Polygon as editor-in-chief. In May, after nearly a decade at the site, he left Polygon to launch Post Games, a podcast about why and how we love video games. Smart, funny, and never afraid to challenge the status quo, my guest has helped define contemporary games journalism. Become a My Perfect Console supporter and receive a range of benefits at www.patreon.com/myperfectconsoleTake the Acast listener survey to help shape the show: My Perfect Console with Simon Parkin Survey 2025 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Did the $69 billion acquisition of Activision Blizzard ruin Xbox? How do you build a new studio while simultaneously making a video game? And what's up with the lack of gender representation in esports? Jason, Maddy, and Kirk open up the mailbag and take some of YOUR questions on all sorts of things.One More Thing:Kirk: The Lowdown (Hulu)Maddy: Beauty and the Bester (Netflix)Jason: The Twisted Tale Of Amanda Knox (Hulu)LINKS:“No Girls Allowed” by Tracey Lien for Polygon: https://www.polygon.com/features/2013/12/2/5143856/no-girls-allowed/Katy Perrry sings “Last Friday Night” in Simlish: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sxyW6AJ-yIkTwenty Thousand Hertz on Simlish: https://www.20k.org/episodes/sulsulSupport Triple Click: http://maximumfun.org/joinAll-New Triple Click Merch!! https://maxfunstore.com/search?q=triple+click&options%5Bprefix%5D=lastJoin the Triple Click Discord: http://discord.gg/tripleclickpodTriple Click Ethics Policy: https://maximumfun.org/triple-click-ethics-policy/

New York Stock Exchange owner Intercontinental Exchange ICE 1.38%increase; green up pointing triangle said it would invest up to $2 billion in Polymarket in a deal that values the popular crypto-based prediction market at roughly $8 billion, offering a big vote of confidence in the platform's growth prospects.~This episode is sponsored by Tangem~Tangem ➜ https://bit.ly/TangemPBNUse Code: "PBN" for Additional Discounts!00:00 intro00:06 Sponsor: Tangem00:39 NYSE invests in Polymarket01:45 Polymarket Partnership Announcement03:00 Polymarket U.S. Launching Soon!03:33 Jeffrey Sprecher defended Shayne04:46 Kalshi vs Polymarket06:00 News Partnerships06:17 Kalshi Lied about partnerships06:40 third-Party Polymarket integrations07:02 Trump Invests in Polymarket07:35 Why Trump loves Polymarket08:45 Stablecoin potential09:43 Polygon DeFi Connection10:17 Polymarket IPO Valuation10:56 Cathie Wood dumping Draft Kings for Polymarket next?11:37 Kalshi vs Polymarket Communities12:32 Gaming Partnerships12:55 Polygon RWA13:10 Polygon Token Price14:10 outro#Crypto #ethereum #polymarket~Wallstreet Joins Polymarket!

This week we're rerunning our 2024 episode with Maddie Stone, writer of The Science of Fiction blog, to celebrate the fact that Maddie has joined our team and The Science of Fiction now lives at Important, Not Important. The Science of Fiction explores the real-world science behind fictional monsters and alien planets, and stuff like that.Quinn and Maddie get into the reasons why The Science of Fiction was a perfect fit for Important, Not Important, and then we get into their conversation from last year.More on Maddie:Maddie is a prolific science journalist. She is a doctor of earth and environmental sciences. She's the former science editor of the technology website Gizmodo, and the founding editor of Earther, Gizmodo's climate-focused vertical.Maddie has edited articles for The Verge, Polygon, and Grist, and her original and award winning journalism has appeared in National Geographic, The Washington Post, The Atlantic, The Guardian, Grist, Vice, MIT Technology Room, Technology Review, and Drilled, and many other outlets we love and link to basically every day.-----------Have feedback or questions? Tweet us, or send a message to questions@importantnotimportant.comNew here? Get started with our fan favorite episodes at podcast.importantnotimportant.com.Take Action at www.whatcanido.earth-----------INI Book Club:Not The End of The World by Hannah RitchieThe Right to Repair by Aaron PerzanowskiFind all of our guest recommendations at the INI Book Club: https://bookshop.org/lists/important-not-important-book-clubLinks:Subscribe to The Science of FictionKeep up with Maddie's writing, including her recent story holding Microsoft accountable to their sustainability pledgesCheck out the Climate Reality Check report from Good EnergyFollow us:Subscribe to our newsletter at importantnotimportant.comSupport our work and become a Member at importantnotimportant.com/upgradeGet our

Eugene Chew is the Global Chief Operating Officer at BikesOnline.com, a leading direct-to-consumer cycling retailer in the U.S. and Australia and the exclusive distributor of Polygon and Superior bikes.From the early days of the internet to scaling a global Ecommerce operation, Eugene has built a career at the intersection of creativity, data, and operational excellence. Before joining BikesOnline, he led digital transformation as Chief Digital Officer at J. Walter Thompson (WPP) and served as Greater China Regional Head at Lion (Kirin).At BikesOnline, Eugene and his team are redefining what it means to sell complex, logistics-heavy products online. From solving “dirty freight” challenges to perfecting the post-purchase experience, he's proving that operational rigor and creative problem-solving can turn friction into a competitive moat.Beyond Ecommerce, Eugene is also an avid cyclist, gardener, and tea enthusiast — running Tea Urchin, his aged tea business that reflects his love for craftsmanship and detail.Whether you're scaling a DTC brand, optimizing supply chains, or navigating global expansion with a lean team, Eugene offers an inside look at how to balance creativity, data, and discipline to build a sustainable business that lasts.This episode also mentions insights from Izzy Rosenzweig of Portless on rethinking global fulfillment, and Kyle Hency of GoodDay Software on building better systems for modern Shopify brands.In This Conversation We Discuss:[00:38] Intro[01:36] Naming a brand that stands the test of time[02:09] Predicting automation in ad buying early on[05:01] Learning innovation from China's all-in-one model[06:01] Balancing innovation with Western logistics limits[08:55] Recognizing the shift toward direct brand work[10:12] Shifting from service work to physical operations[11:50] Managing cash flow under market uncertainty[12:31] Stay updated with new episodes[12:41] Helping founders scale beyond day-to-day ops[13:27] Finding opportunity in a pandemic-era pivot[14:01] Designing packaging that simplifies assembly[15:30] Diversifying suppliers to reduce risk exposure[17:48] Protecting margins from tariff and fraud risks[19:01] Choosing Shopify for flexibility and speed[22:36] Hiring agencies to guide complex migrations[25:05] Training teams before adding new integrations[27:18] Episode Sponsors: Electric Eye & Heatmap[29:59] Partnering with experts where specialization wins[31:58] Gaining perspective from cross-industry learnings[34:27] Avoiding costly trial-and-error learning[36:34] Prioritizing projects with impact and simplicity[41:20] Managing cost challenges in global logistics[44:50] Preparing for tariffs with flexible strategiesResources:Subscribe to Honest Ecommerce on YoutubePremium bikes at unbeatable prices, direct from manufacturers bikesonline.com/Follow Eugene Chew linkedin.com/in/eugenechewMentioned episode with Izzy Rosenzweig of Portless: www.youtube.com/watch?v=XpbeHvv3_1QMentioned episode with Kyle Hency of GoodDay Software: www.youtube.com/watch?v=UQNsUfgl9E4Schedule an intro call with one of our experts electriceye.io/connectClear, real-time data built for ecommerce optimization heatmap.com/honestIf you're enjoying the show, we'd love it if you left Honest Ecommerce a review on Apple Podcasts. It makes a huge impact on the success of the podcast, and we love reading every one of your reviews!

Crypto News: Bitcoin's rally continues and it crosses $120,000 again. Cardano ADA gets integrated into the Brave wallet. Multiple Solana treasury news.Brought to you by

As a temporary crash rains down on the market, Altcoin season continues to rotate into assets with liquidity and identifiable catalysts. Traders are not chasing every name in the market, but instead are clustering around tokens tied to stablecoins, payments, and other fundamentals. ~This episode is sponsored by Tangem & Sui~Tangem ➜ https://bit.ly/TangemPBNUse Code: "PBN" for Additional Discounts!Sui delivers the benefits of Web3 with the ease of Web2 - Visit ➜ https://bit.ly/SuiWebsite00:00 Intro00:10 Sponsor: Tangem00:35 Panic test01:10 Polygon on South Park01:50 Small payments02:15 Solana vs Polygon02:24 Phygitals03:00 xStocks summit incoming03:15 Tesla is number 1 stock in RWA03:45 Tesla community chooses Solana04;10 No fees for seeker phones04:30 Solana cheap04:40 Solana events05:00 Avax vs hyperliquid05:40 Tokyo game show05:50 Hideo Kojima Credit cards 06:15 Coinbase x Japan Bank06:30 Soneium all-time high06:45 Ronin coming to Optimism07:00 OP stack dominates eth07:30 Optimism is a treasury company07:40 XRP x Japan Banks08:30 SUI + Pokemon08:50 Sui surpasses uniswap09:00 SUI ring09:50 Sui POS system10:40 Uniswap sentiment down11:20 Holder revenue11:45 Uniswap incoming12:00 Safe-haven rally: $SLV 13:00 Charts14:40 Outro#crypto #ethereum #XRP~Altcoin Annihilation!

We're closing out the trilogy of Nora Ephron romantic comedies with a look at the third Tom Hanks / Meg Ryan collaboration, 1998's You've Got Mail! Join in as we discuss formative computer memories, childhood bookstores, and War of the Worlds (2025). Plus: Why does the rest of the Fox family seem to hate books? Did Birdie really date Franco? When is David Lowery's Mother Mary coming out? And remember when the internet was charming? Make sure to rate, review, and subscribe! Next week: Something's Gotta Give (2003)------------------------------------------------------Key sources and links for this episode:"The Strange Eating Habits of Steve Jobs" (NBC News)"Ice Cube's New Sci-Fi Movie Debuts with a Well-Earned 0% on Rotten Tomatoes" (Polygon)"The Winding Tale of Neopets" (The History of the Web)"George Clooney Dodged a Career Blow by Turning Down a Holiday Flop" (Collider)"How Barnes and Noble Made a Comeback by Revitalizing its Philosophy" (PBS News)

Wesley Crook (CEO, FP Block) has been shipping hard tech since 1985 and rescuing Web3 builds for years. His team audited Cardano early, served as the public auditor for Hedera for 7 years, and has delivered 110+ projects: L1s, oracles, DeFi, games, and more. We dig into why ~70% of FP Block's work is “rescues,” what enterprise-grade really means (security, throughput, reliability), why many teams pick the wrong chain, and how FP Block's chain-agnostic framework Kolme lets founders treat the application as the blockchain—then bridge anywhere. Also: Rust over vibe-coding, AI for speed (without debt), talent bottlenecks, and where Web3 consolidates next.Timestamps[00:00] Wesley's 40-year tech journey; ops leader turned Web3 builder[00:02] From FP Complete & Haskell → first Cardano auditors; Hedera public auditor[00:04] 110+ deliveries: chains, oracles, DeFi, games; enterprise clients (FS, healthcare, Big Tech)[00:05] Why ~70% of work is rescues; rebuilding for enterprise-grade reality[00:07] The core Web3 gap: few real users, weak UX, security debt, wrong chain choices[00:09] “Ecosystem first” vs user first; interoperability + security as blockers to adoption[00:11] Moving apps off earlier choices (e.g., Polygon) to Solana/Near/Sui when fit changes[00:17] Kolme thesis: the app is the blockchain + bridge out; devs focus on product/UX[00:19] Enterprise patterns: private/closed consortia; logistics, real estate flows, audit trails[00:23] Revenue model: small elite squads (CTO→DevOps); fiat + selective token/rev-share; long-term ops[00:25] AI: faster MVPs & iteration—without “vibe coding” debt[00:30] Tech stack: Rust backend, React frontend; why JavaScript/Python backends bite[00:28] Biggest scaling risk: senior talent > junior glut; teach formal methods, teamwork[00:33] Bold takes: consolidation, common standards, some chains fade; gov & enterprise enter[00:38] The ask: founders needing enterprise-grade builds; partners for KolmeConnecthttps://www.fpblock.com/https://www.linkedin.com/company/fpblock/https://x.com/FP_Blockhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/wesleycrook/DisclaimerNothing 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/

It's the thrilling conclusion to the sci-fi thriller that kicks off our entire shared universe of imaginary sci-fi movies! What's the secret of Alterr, the shadowy tech corporation that seems to be replacing people with clones? What does their plan have to do with a failed quantum computing experiment? And, most importantly of all, where do we go from here? Featuring Sarah Norcross as the voice of Stephanie. SPONSORS Order your copy of Dim Stars: A Novel of Outer-Space Shenanigans from Amazon, or from your favorite bookseller. Check out Dimstarsbook.com for more information. Check out DC3cast, your exhaustive guide to DC Comics, at DC3cast.com or searching on your podcatcher of choice. Ditch the algorithm with PV Guide, featuring recommendations, reviews, and interviews from former Polygon senior curation editor Pete Volk. Find it at pvguide.ghost.io   And of course you can join our Patreon at Patreon.com/DylanAndDalton for access to our bonus podcast, Discord server, and other fun perks! CHAPTERS 00:00:00 - Intros 00:04:22 - Our Story So Far... 00:09:12 - Act Two, continued 00:28:10 - Discussion 00:37:34 - Sponsors: Dim Stars, DC3Cast 00:39:21 - Act Three 01:15:37 - Sponsor: PV Guide 01:16:56 - Mid-Credits Scene 01:18:42 - Discussion 01:29:15 - Post-Credits Scene 01:31:41 - Unpacking that Post-Credits Scene! 01:35:07 - Patron Acknowledgements

Payments are becoming crypto's most important use case.In today's episode, we sit down with Marc Boiron, CEO of Polygon Labs, to explore how Polygon is positioning itself as the default payment network with subsecond finality.Marc reveals an unannounced integration with one of the world's largest payment processors and explains why specialized chains will dominate over general-purpose platforms.Let's get into it.The Rollup---Website: https://therollup.co/Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1P6ZeYd9vbF3hJA2n7qoL5?si=f5ab82aaf7e2428dPodcast: 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

Thamilla Talarico is Head of On-Chain Finance Growth for Brasil at Polygon Labs.She joins host Aaron Stanley live at the Stablecoin Conference in Mexico City, hosted by Bitso Business. Thamilla discusses Polygon's strategic pivot to focus on RWAs and payments, and shares her firsthand perspective working on the Brazilian Central Bank's Drex project on behalf of Ernst & Young. We dive into what the Bank's decision to abandon blockchain for this project means for the Brazilian market moving ahead. You can connect with Thamilla on Linkedin------------------------------------------------------------------Brazil Crypto Report is presented by AveniaIf you're building a wallet, a crypto consumer app, or a global payment platform, Avenia is your bridge to Latin America. Instantly connect to PIX, SPEI, and CBU using stablecoins — with one API. No banks. No FX desks. No SWIFT. Move money globally, with full compliance and real-time settlement. Learn more at ⁠⁠⁠avenia.io⁠⁠⁠.------------------------------------------------------------------Brazil Crypto Report is presented by P2P.MeP2P.me is the fastest way to buy and sell crypto in Brazil using Pix: direct, secure, and fully onchain. Backed by Multicoin and Coinbase Ventures, P2P.me offers a compliant on and off ramp with, ZK-KYC, and no hidden fees. You can easily use P2P.me to pay PIX QR codes in Brazil using your USDc balance. Topup, scan and pay. Visit ⁠⁠⁠br.p2p.me⁠⁠⁠ to get started and earn $50 per operation limit.------------------------------------------------------------------

Tether introduces the USA₮ stablecoin. Polymarket integrates Chainlink Data Streams. Polygon activates the Rio upgrade on testnet. And Fileverse enables secure sharing on dDocs. Read more: https://ethdaily.io/782 Disclaimer: Content is for informational purposes only, not endorsement or investment advice. The accuracy of information is not guaranteed.

Vikrant Sharma, better known as Vik, is the CEO and founder of Cake Wallet: the first Bitcoin wallet to support both Silent Payments and PayJoins. In this episode, we talk about the wallet's Monero roots & what is next in terms of features. Time stamps: 00:01:05 - Introducing Vik 00:01:24 - Cake Wallet Features for Bitcoin and Monero 00:03:08 - Background Sync Improvements 00:03:49 - Monero.com Wallet Discussion 00:04:41 - Monero Community Insights 00:05:01 - Privacy in Monero Transactions 00:06:33 - Funding and Revenue Model 00:08:29 - Vik's Background in Steel and Tech 00:10:34 - Discovering Bitcoin and Privacy Apps 00:13:22 - Launching Cakewallet for Monero 00:14:23 - Why Start with Monero Over Bitcoin 00:15:35 - Origin of the Name "Cake Wallet" 00:17:36 - Order of Coins Added to Cake Wallet 00:19:09 - PayJoins and Silent Payments 00:21:11 - Citrea 00:22:34 - Layer 2 Labs and Drivechains 00:24:32 - Silent Payments Address Drama 00:25:35 - Qubic Mining Drama in Monero 00:30:42 - Monero's Resilience to Attacks 00:32:53 - Monero as a Stablecoin 00:33:41 - Use It to Win: Spending vs Hodling 00:36:38 - Treasury Company Plans 00:39:28 - Future of Privacy Coins 00:42:58 - SideShift.ai 00:44:20 - NoOnes.com 00:45:29 - Bitcoin.com News 00:46:37 - Taxes and Privacy Coins 00:48:42 - Layers of Privacy 00:59:00 - Zcash and Privacy Experiments 01:00:36 - Growing the Crypto Space 01:02:44 - Supported Coins: Ethereum 01:06:17 - Litecoin and MWEB Integration 01:08:43 - Dogecoin Addition 01:10:37 - Wownero for Monero Community 01:11:17 - Bitcoin Cash Support in Cake Wallet 01:13:30 - Polygon and Tron for Low Fees 01:15:44 - Nano for Feeless Payments 01:17:00 - Decred and Community Overlap 01:18:14 - Zano and Confidential Assets 01:20:06 - Lightning Network Plans 01:21:46 - Zcash Future Integration 01:23:02 - Cupcake Airgapped Wallet 01:26:00 - Considering Kaspa 01:29:56 - Dash Privacy Debate 01:32:20 - Network Effects and Wallet Choices 01:34:57 - Raven Coin Experiment 01:35:43 - Hiring Developers 01:36:18 - Custom Wallpapers and UI Overhaul 01:37:12 - One Seed for All Wallets 01:38:31 - How Many of the Supported Coins Will Survive? 01:39:46 - Multi-Coin Payment Services 01:40:32 - Pay Invoice Feature 01:42:03 - User Data and Privacy Policy 01:45:49 - Node Data Handling 01:47:04 - Advice on Self-Custody 01:48:17 - Where to Follow Vik and Cake Wallet 01:48:51 - Closing Remarks

Hollow Knight: Silksong was released, according to Polygon, and for the first time ever, pirates are buying the game instead of acquiring it illegally. In this episode, hosts Paul John Spaulding, Kyle Haglund, VP, Audio Engineering at Cybercrime Magazine, and Sam White, Video Producer at Cybercrime Magazine, discuss this news, alongside other recent gaming news. • For more on cybersecurity, visit us at https://cybersecurityventures.com

SSV validators experienced a slashing event. Polygon PoS experiences a finality delay, Kiln Finance exits its Ethereum validators. And Ethena expands sUSDe. Read more: https://ethdaily.io/780 Disclaimer: Content is for informational purposes only, not endorsement or investment advice. The accuracy of information is not guaranteed.

In this episode, Anna Rose and Guillermo Angeris speak with Bobbin Threadbare and Gaylord Warner from Miden to explore their zkVM and edge blockchain architecture. The group also reminisces on how they've each been a part of the ZK Whiteboard Sessions over the years. Bobbin shares Miden's earliest beginnings from Winterfell at Facebook through its development within Polygon to the recent spin-out as an independent project. The team discusses their custom ISA designed for blockchain use cases, and the multi-stage compilation pipeline that supports it. The conversation also covers Miden's pragmatic approach to privacy implementation, their plans for gradual decentralization starting with a centralized L2, and how they incentivize users to keep state off-chain through multidimensional fee structures. Related links: ZK Whiteboard Episode 373: Ethproofs, zkVM Benchmarks & the Unstoppable Rise of ZK with Justin Drake Episode 369: Ligero for Memory-Efficient ZK with Muthu Episode 367: Local-First with grjte and Goblin Oats Episode 365: ZK in Sui & zkAt with Kostas Kryptos Episode 210: The Road to STARKs and Miden with Bobbin Threadbare ZK Whiteboard Sessions - Module Four: SNARKs vs STARKs with Bobbin Threadbare ZK13: Lifted FRI: A uniform multi-domain polynomial commitment scheme ZK Study Club - STARKs overview - Session 4  ZK Hack Berlin Winterfell Fruity Friends Check out the NEW ZK Whiteboard Season 3 here. **If you like what we do:**

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Avalanche (AVAX) is once again testing a critical resistance zone, this time with stronger momentum behind it. After several failed breakout attempts, the $27 level is beginning to show signs of weakening. Bullish indicators are stacking up, fueling speculation that AVAX could finally push higher. For now, traders are watching closely to see if this run sets off a broader rally—or if the resistance zone delivers yet another rejection.~This Episode is Sponsored By Coinbase~ Buy $50 & Get $50 for getting started on Coinbase➜ https://bit.ly/CBARRONGuest: Tim Warren, Host of Investing BrozInvesting Broz Youtube ➜ ‪‪   / @timwarrentrades  Follow on Twitter ➜ @tims_ta  00:00 Intro00:10 Sponsor: Coinbase00:50 50bps incoming02:15 Mohamed El-Erian: Companies can't pass as much of the price increase as they want05:34 Tom Lee: September surprise10:00 AVAX Breakout?15:20 AVAX price prediction17:45 Solana $300 soon?19:45 Ethereum analysis22:10 Polygon analysis25:30 Ronin x $OP26:50 $OP analysis30:00 $HOOD a buy?32:35 Uniswap analysis34:55 Better buy Sui or Chainlink today?37:30 Outro#Crypto #AVAX #Ethereum~$AVAX Breakout!?

In 2022, Dylan Roth and Dalton Deschain set out to finish writing the Dark Universe that began and ended with Universal's 2017 remake of The Mummy. Three years and 29 scripts later, they're embarking on a whole new journey, leaving the realm of fan fiction behind to write, workshop, and perform an entire new universe of imaginary movies on their podcast. You are now entering... THE POD UNIVERSE. This episode was sponsored by three independent creative projects: PV Guide - Ditch the algorithm with PV Guide, featuring recommendations, reviews, and interviews from former Polygon senior curation editor Pete Volk. Forget the robots: Find what to watch next with a human touch. Vampirocene by merritt k. - When viral pop star Janie Mack "comes out" as a vampire, most people think it's just a play for attention. But when she launches a new movement to stop climate change, people start listening... Bloodbound by Chase McPherson - Bloodbound is a gripping saga of identity, resilience, and redemption—where every choice could save two worlds… or doom them both. Learn more at byChaseMcP.com for direct links to your favorite online book retailers. Want to promote your art on our show? Look us up at thepoduniverse.com for details. CHAPTERS 00:00:00 - What is the Pod Universe? 00:38:00 - Sponsor: PV Guide 00:40:15 - Slate Reveal, Part 1 00:58:52 - Sponsor: Vampirocene 01:01:11 - Slate Reveal, Part 2 01:14:03 - Sponsor: Bloodhound 01:19:28 - Pod People teaser trailer

On this week's episode, Nathan and Chris are joined by former Polygon writers Ryan Gilliam and Cass Marshall, who just launched a new worker-owned video game website, Rogue. It's like Aftermath, but Polygonier. We ask them how the project came together, how things are going so far, and what their pie-in-the-sky goals are for the future. Then, after extolling the virtues of structures that don't force us to always heap attention on the big game of the week, we heap attention on the big game of the week: Silksong. It's finally out, and as expected, it's more Hollow Knight! In other words, it's good, but also very reminiscent of the first game in structure and feel. This puts it somewhat at odds with other Event Releases like Elden Ring, which garnered similar attention to curious non-fans at launch, but managed to offer them something legitimately new compared to Dark Souls. Will the un-Knighted masses bounce off this one, or will they find something to love despite a lack of attachment to the original? And as the video game industry continues to fragment, how many more all-consuming launches like this do we have in us? Finally, we invent a cool uncle who plays Warframe (Warfruncle). Credits- Hosts: Nathan Grayson, Chris Person, & special guests Ryan Gilliam and Cass Marshall- Podcast Production & Ads: Multitude- Subscribe to Aftermath!About The ShowAftermath Hours is the flagship podcast of Aftermath, a worker-owned, subscription-based website covering video games, the internet, and everything that comes after from journalists who previously worked at Kotaku, Vice, and The Washington Post. Each week, games journalism veterans Luke Plunkett, Nathan Grayson, Chris Person, Riley MacLeod, and Gita Jackson – though not always all at once, because that's too many people for a podcast – break down video game news, Remember Some Games, and learn about Chris' frankly incredible number of special interests. Sometimes we even bring on guests from both inside and outside the video game industry! I don't know what else to tell you; it's a great time. Simply by reading this description, you're already wasting time that you could be spending listening to the show. Head to aftermath.site for more info. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Katana is a DeFi-optimized Layer-2 blockchain on Polygon, designed to consolidate liquidity and provide sustainable yields through integrated protocols like SushiSwap, Morpho, and Vertex. It features Chain-Owned Liquidity (CoL), reinvesting sequencer fees and app revenue to ensure deep liquidity pools and minimize slippage for users. The KAT token enables governance and incentivizes participation, and will soon drop.~This episode is sponsored by Tangem~Tangem ➜ https://bit.ly/TangemPBNUse Code: "PBN" for Additional Discounts!Guest: Justin aka @Crypto_Texan - DeFi Ecosystem Growth Lead at KatanaKatana Vault platform➜ https://bit.ly/KatanaVaults00:00 Intro00:10 Sponsor: Tangem00:40 Stablecoins on Polygon01:00 Katana growth01:20 Katana yield02:20 Katana and why Polygon needs it05:00 Core applications being used: morpho & sushiswap08:20 What is $AUSD 10:45 How often do rewards get distributed?14:00 TurtleClub: tracking rewards15:00 What other AggLayer chains should we be excited about?16:55 Bridging Gas Fees too high?20:35 When is $KAT token launch?22:30 Will Polymarket launch its own token, or enter agreement with Circle?24:10 Will AggLayer support tokenized stocks soon?25:45 Is $POL undervalued?27:00 Outro#Crypto #Stablecoin #Ethereum~Polygon Stablecoins Reaching Record Highs!

Grote Nederlandse banken bewegen met veel meer zekerheid op de cryptomarkt. Zo ook ABN Amro, dat een ruim Digital Assets team heeft, onder leiding van Martijn Siebrand, program manager bij dat team. Hij is deze week te gast in de Cryptocast. Eén van de opvallendste projecten is de ontwikkeling van digitale obligaties. ABN Amro experimenteert al enkele jaren met de eerste digitale obligaties en registreerde die op een publieke blockchain. Het doel: sneller, makkelijker en goedkoper werken met meer transparantie. Inmiddels is er zelfs een eigen tokenstandaard gelanceerd. Daarmee verschuift het project van experiment naar structureel gebruik. Toch blijft de vraag bestaan welke blockchain uiteindelijk het meest geschikt is. Voorlopig kiest ABN Amro voor Ethereum, Polygon, Solana of een andere oplossing. Elders krijgen ook stablecoins steeds meer aandacht. Het succes van deze vorm van tokenisatie roept de vraag op of banken zelf ook een rol moeten pakken. Geruchten over een eigen stablecoin bij Europese banken steken regelmatig de kop op. Het idee van een bankgebonden munt is dat het waarde toevoegt in transacties en vertrouwen kan bieden in een markt waar nu vooral private partijen domineren. Tegelijkertijd speelt de bank een rol op internationaal niveau. Zo is ABN Amro clearing een van de authorized participants voor de Amerikaanse BlackRock Bitcoin ETF. Daarmee staat de bank direct aan de poort van een van de belangrijkste nieuwe producten in de markt. Daarnaast kijken banken naar andere toepassingen van tokenisatie, zoals tokenised deposits en tokenised aandelen. En wanneer kan je -eindelijk- bitcoin en andere crypto aanschaffen in de app van ABN AMRO? Co-host is Mauro Halve. Gasten Martijn Siebrand Mauro Halve Links Host Daniël Mol Redactie Daniël MolSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What if blockchain technology could be as seamless as swiping a credit card or streaming your favorite show? In this episode of The Defiant Podcast, we sit down with Prabal Banerjee, co-founder of Avail and Former Research Lead at Polygon, to explore how he's working to make that vision a reality. Prabal shares his insights on tackling some of the biggest challenges in the blockchain space, from data availability and scalability to fragmentation and user experience. His mission? To make blockchain invisible to the end user.We also dive into the multichain future and why interoperability is the key to mass adoption. Prabal explains how Avail is building the infrastructure to unify the fragmented blockchain ecosystem and shares exciting news about Avail's acquisition of Arcana, a move that could redefine how developers and users experience Web3.Chapters:00:00 Imagine a seamless blockchain world: Introducing Prabal Banerjee and today's themes02:18 What is Avail? Tackling scalability and fragmentation in a multichain world03:55 Why fragmentation matters: The case for interoperability over single-chain dominance08:11 Making blockchain invisible: Lessons from Web2 and the user experience problem10:04 Bridging pain points: Why blockchain meta-interoperability is the future16:16 The role of wallets and abstracting complexity for mass adoption25:08 Interoperability between rollups and sovereign chains: Unlocking new possibilities36:02 Beyond 8 billion users: The rise of agents and verifiable internet interactions40:48 Avail's acquisition of Arcana: What it means for developers and users50:02 Lightning round: Blockchain problems, overhyped trends, and Prabal's favorite chain

Ever tried to send $5 in crypto and got hit with a $50 fee? Welcome to the world of gas fees.In this episode of New To Crypto Podcast, we break down: ✅ What gas fees are and why blockchains charge them ✅ Why Ethereum fees are often so high compared to other networks ✅ The top 3 blockchains with lower fees you can use today ✅ Practical tips to reduce your costs when sending, swapping, or investingGas fees don't have to be confusing—or eat up your profits. Once you understand how they work, you'll know how to plan your transactions smarter and save money in the process.

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For years, the financial markets have danced to the tune of a select few U.S. mega-cap technology giants, often dubbed the "Magnificent Seven." However, a significant rebalancing act is now underway, with an anticipated broadening of market leadership that promises to reshape investment landscapes. This pivotal shift is redirecting focus towards long-overlooked value stocks and small-cap companies, underscoring a critical lesson for investors: the enduring importance of diversification.~This episode is sponsored by Tangem~Tangem ➜ https://bit.ly/TangemPBNUse Code: "PBN" for Additional Discounts!00:00 intro00:06 Sponsor: Tangem00:27 Degen Portfolio part300:49 Small-Cap Stocks Pumping02:18 Low Cap Altcoins02:43 Solana $SOL04:31 Polygon $POL06:00 Optimism $OP06:46 Flow $FLOW07:54 Pudgy Penguins $PENGU08:54 Mythical Games $MYTH09:31 $MAMO & $VIRTUAL A.I Agent Vaults12:41 $ZARD & $DPIN14:10 Gaming Season Coming14:44 Speed Ink $SPEED15:41 Market Structure Bill Coming16:22 Portfolio Update18:30 outro#Crypto #Ethereum #Solana~Low Cap Gems

Crypto market traders were positioned for Jerome Powell to be hawkish in a highly anticipated speech, but they were pleasantly surprised as the Fed chief suggested rate cuts could be coming soon.Gemini makes buying Crypto easy, safe & secure. 70+ cryptocurrencies.Buy, sell & store crypto with millions of investors who trust Gemini.Use Our Link!➜ https://bit.ly/GeminiExchangePBNTrade $100 ➜ earn $75Trade $5K ➜ get 15% of trading fees for an entire yearTrade $50K you get 25% of trading fees for an entire yearSign up for The Gemini Credit Card and get an extra $50 in crypto!➜ https://bit.ly/GeminiPBNGuest: Evan AldoEvan Aldo Youtube Channel ➜ https://bit.ly/EvanAldo20% off Evan Aldo Course ➜ https://bit.ly/EvanCourse ➜  Use code "paulbarron"00:00 Intro00:10 Sponsor: Gemini00:45 Jerome Powell: The moment market exploded03:00 S&P flying04:30 CNBC: Reasons why hes cutting05:50 Ethereum analysis07:30 Polymarket wrong?09:10 Evan no rate cut September?10:20 ETH God candle11:30 ETH pullback?12:40 ETH / BTC chart13:40 $OP analysis14:20 $POL analysis15:15 Altseason outside top 10016:00 $PENGU analysis18:10 $FLOW analysis19:20 Altcoin portfolio performance22:20 $XRP analysis23:15 Outro#Crypto #Ethereum #Bitcoin~Powell Sparks Epic ETH Rally

China, one of the most restrictive global jurisdictions for cryptocurrencies, is reportedly considering allowing Chinese yuan-backed stablecoins in what would be a major policy reversal. Chinese authorities may authorize yuan-backed stablecoins for the first time to promote global use of its currency.~This episode is sponsored by iTrust Capital & SALT~iTrustCapital | Get $100 Funding Reward + No Monthly Fees when you sign up using our custom link! ➜ https://bit.ly/iTrustPaulBorrow on SALT Now! ➜https://bit.ly/pbnsalt00:00 intro00:07 Sponsor: iTrust Capital00:37 China Considers Stablecoin01:27 China Economy Slowing02:15 Merchant Bank $Trllions02:39 Stablecoins is The Top Narrative03:00 Digital Yuan vs Stablecoins03:24 Wyoming Stablecoin Launches?04:45 Banks vs Stablecoins05:19 Yuan vs US Dollar06:05 Stablecoins vs China07:35 Tariffs Hurt Consumers08:09 Arthur Hayes: Scott Bessent Treasury Plan09:38 Sponsor: SALT 10:13 Japan Stablecoin Launching10:39 Japan Taking A Different Approach11:53 JPYC Launching on Polygon & Avalanche12:30 Scaramucci Tokenizing on Avalanche13:24 outro#Crypto #Bitcoin #Ethereum~China Panics and Considers Stablecoins!?

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Flare (FLR) is rapidly emerging as a leading Layer-1 blockchain, optimized for data-intensive use cases that integrate decentralized finance (DeFi). SparkDEX has solidified its position as the largest decentralized exchange (DEX) on the Flare network, showcasing remarkable growth in Total Value Locked (TVL). The SparkDEX DeFi Hub is a “friendly fork” of the successful QuickSwap decentralized exchange on Polygon, and is supported by the QuickSwap community. ~This episode is sponsored by Uphold~Uphold Get $20 in Bitcoin - Signup & Verify and trade at least $100 of any crypto within your first 30 days ➜ https://bit.ly/pbnupholdGuest: Alexi Atlas, Founder at SparkDexSparkDex website➜https://bit.ly/SparkDexFlare Network website➜https://bit.ly/FlareXRP00:00 Intro00:12 Sponsor: Uphold00:43 Flare Community00:59 Flare TVL Exploding01:19 SparkDex DeFi Hub02:18 Quickswap Partnership04:00 FAssets Coming To Polygon?05:29 XRP Staking Yields10:20 XRP EVM Sidechain vs Flare Network12:20 Institutional Partnerships13:32 Security Risks16:00 When Launch?17:47 outro#xrp #xrpnews #crypto~XRP DeFi Season Coming To Polygon

Google searches for “crypto gaming” and “prediction markets” are surging to multi-year highs, coinciding with a wave of altcoin ETF filings and a shift in corporate treasury strategies beyond Bitcoin.~This episode is sponsored by Tangem~Tangem ➜ https://bit.ly/TangemPBNUse Code: "PBN" for Additional Discounts!00:00 intro00:06 Sponsor: Tangem00:06 Emergency Degen Portfolio01:03 Ethereum Leading Altcoins01:52 Polymarket is News Now02:18 Crypto Gaming = Prediction Markets02:45 Polymarket Saves The WNBA?03:59 Polymarket is Mainstream Now04:16 Gaming Treasury Company05:18 Polygon & Flow Underrated05:41 Polygon Vaults are crazy06:06 Flow transactions climbing06:13 ESPN August 21st06:32 NFL Super App Coming07:54 Prediction Markets Coming To Flow08:35 Fantasy Vaults Coming to Flow09:23 Courtyard Exploding09:52 Charizard Capital Strategic Reserve10:11 $ZARD Token Funds Reserve10:39 Earn Flow Keys by Holding $ZARD11:05 Solana Mobile dApps Incoming11:25 One-Click Vaults Coming12:00 Pudgy Penguins Going Viral12:30 Pudgy Party Game on Mythical 12:55 Cathie Wood Owns $MYTH13:25 Polygon over Immutable-X13:43 SuiPlay at Gamescom14:15 Trump Likes Polygon14:29 Robinhood Listing Polygon Soon14:49 Degen Portfolio Results15:49 Panic Buy Tokens List16:26 outro#Crypto #altcoins #ethereum~Panic-Buy Altcoins!

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Bridget and Brookes discuss what film props they would want to own, and experience minor difficulties with the sound board.-Join our Discord community, subscribe to our Twitch channel, follow us on social media, and more!"Hellraiser is finally getting its first ‘true' game adaptation" - Polygon@scaredycast on TikTok"What's your best 'would you rather'?" - Reddit-Fighting With Friends is a member of the Eclectic Cult Media Network.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/fighting-with-friends-1. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Live from EthCC Cannes, this sponsored Edge of Show by Ammalgam brings together three trailblazers building the infrastructure for Web3's next leap forward. First, Marc Boiron, CEO of Polygon Labs, shares how Polygon is tackling scalability, interoperability, and the drive toward a unified Web3 ecosystem. Next, Rebecca Liao From, Head of Ecosystem at Saga, reveals how Saga's chainlets are unlocking customizable, high-performance blockchain environments for developers worldwide. Finally, Jordan Jefferson, Founder of DogeOS, takes us inside the playful yet powerful vision for a meme-driven operating system that merges community culture with serious blockchain innovation.From cross-chain solutions to developer empowerment and the rise of niche blockchain platforms, this conversation offers a clear view of how the next internet is being built—right now.Don't forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell for more insights from the cutting edge of technology!Support us through our Sponsors! ☕

Gold prices fell on Monday as investors awaited White House clarification regarding potential U.S. tariffs on imported gold bars as well as a U.S. inflation report that could provide an indication of the Federal Reserve's rate outlook.~This episode is sponsored by iTrust Capital~iTrustCapital | Get $100 Funding Reward + No Monthly Fees when you sign up using our custom link! ➜ https://bit.ly/iTrustPaulGuest: Andy Schectman | President & Owner of Miles Franklin Miles Franklin website ➜ https://milesfranklin.com/Miles Franklin Youtube channel ➜ https://www.youtube.com/@MilesFranklinMedia00:00 Intro00:06 Sponsor: iTrust Capital00:35 Trump Gold Tariff Chaos!01:55 Tariff Whiplash Exposes Gold Market06:19 Gold Withdrawal Delays09:48 Uncertainty Bad Enough10:13 Tokenized Gold Explodes12:49 BRINKS Stock Pumps13:20 TradFi Moving to Tokenization for Trust15:15 Paxos & Tether Gold Going Cross-Chain16:10 Gold DeFi Yields19:10 Katana DeFi Yields on Polygon20:04 Are Gold Yields a deal-breaker?21:15 Tokenized Gold Mines22:15 Gold DeFi Business Models23:14 Gold Bugs trusting crypto more?24:47 Gold-Backed Stablecoins vs BRICS27:27 Miles Franklin Update28:50 outro#Crypto #Gold #Ethereum~Gold Tariffs!? vs Crypto

On this week's episode, Nathan and Chris are joined by an additional Chris (Plante) – and also, to complete the bit, Nathan has legally changed his name to Chris. We begin by discussing Plante's life following his tenure as editor-in-chief at Polygon, which came to an abrupt halt earlier this year for reasons with which Aftermath readers and listeners are depressingly familiar. On the upside, he's launched a new show, Post Games, and it's very good! We discuss the whys and hows of his interview-focused podcast before delving into the big news of the week: Incensed by the removal of NSFW games on Itch and Steam following pressure from payment processors – which, in turn, were pressured by an activist group called Collective Shout – artists and fans have kicked off a mass call campaign of their own, targeting Visa, Mastercard, PayPal, and Stripe specifically. Will it work? And in what universe is it appropriate for bank companies and payment processors to even be making decisions about what we're allowed to watch and play in the first place? Then Chris (Person) enthuses about Death Stranding 2 – which he recently finished – and Chris (Plante) tells the wildest story about a sandwich any of us have ever heard. Credits- Hosts: Nathan “Chris” Grayson, Chris Person, & special guest Chris Plante- Podcast Production & Ads: Multitude- Subscribe to Aftermath!About The ShowAftermath Hours is the flagship podcast of Aftermath, a worker-owned, subscription-based website covering video games, the internet, and everything that comes after from journalists who previously worked at Kotaku, Vice, and The Washington Post. Each week, games journalism veterans Luke Plunkett, Nathan Grayson, Chris Person, Riley MacLeod, and Gita Jackson – though not always all at once, because that's too many people for a podcast – break down video game news, Remember Some Games, and learn about Chris' frankly incredible number of special interests. Sometimes we even bring on guests from both inside and outside the video game industry! I don't know what else to tell you; it's a great time. Simply by reading this description, you're already wasting time that you could be spending listening to the show. Head to aftermath.site for more info. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news  Bitcoin is down slightly at $118,341 Eth is down slightly at $3,841 XRP, is down slightly at $3.14 Polygon outage New firm invokes BTC strategy xTAO puts chips in Bittensor CoinDCX exploit Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In 1998, Looking Glass Studios released THIEF: THE DARK PROJECT, an unprecedentedly immersive and technically impressive first-person stealth simulator. Two years later, they followed it up with their masterpiece, THIEF 2: THE METAL AGE. After hounding Brian and A.J. to talk about this one for years, Josh finally got his wish. Plus, we got Jay Anthony Franke back to voice JC Denton for the interstitial. Thanks for sticking with us for 200 episodes and here's to 200 more. Jay Anthony Franke - Cameo // Instagram Media Referenced in the Episode: Thief II. Looking Glass. 2000. Ahead of its time: The history of Looking Glass by Mike Mahardy. Polygon. April 6th, 2015. How Thief's Stealth System Almost Didn't Work | War Stories by Ars Technica. February 20th, 2018. The Story of Thief & Looking Glass Studios by Noclip. August 10th, 2021. Thief-TheCircle.com --- Thief II: The Metal Age Strategy Index Thief II - The Metal Age Walkthrough by Orgulo. Gamefaqs. July 5th, 2025 Thief vs. AAA Gaming by Dom Giuca. March 16th, 2014. Through the Looking Glass Forums TWOAPW theme by Brendan Dalton: Patreon // brendan-dalton.com // brendandalton.bandcamp.com Interstitial: “The Pigeon Job” // Written by A.J. Ditty // Feat. Josh Boerman as “Garrett”, Brian Alford as “Benny”, A.J. Ditty as “Karras”, and Jay Anthony Franke as “Cramble Grenton.”

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Matthew Graham is the Managing Partner at Ryze Labs, a fund investing in blockchain innovators worldwide who are building Web3 applications to drive adoption and expand access to the next generation of the internet.  Why you should listen In this conversation, Matthew Graham, managing partner at Ryze Labs, discusses the intersection of AI and crypto, the investment thesis of Ryze Labs, and the potential of Web3.  He emphasizes the importance of stablecoins in the financial infrastructure, describing stablecoins as the “best product-market fit in crypto,” especially for emerging markets where hyperinflation undermines local currencies. The discussion also touches on the future of AI technologies and the challenges faced in the crypto space. Graham believes the future of crypto involves autonomous AI agents operating above Layer 1 protocols. These agents will transact on-chain, manage wallets, trade assets, and execute user commands—essentially acting as a user's “digital twin.” Ryze Labs invests in the builders of blockchain technology around the globe that are designing Web3 applications that will accelerate adoption and democratize access to the next generation of the internet. Ryze Labs has always supported projects founded by hard-working visionaries that work with cutting-edge technologies, located in the next Silicon Valley. Ryze Labs leverages emerging markets expertise as strategic investors for best-in-class web3 projects looking to expand their international presence into emerging markets with high-growth potential. Ryze has invested in some of the most successful web3 projects to date, including Solana, LayerZero, Polygon, and Wintermute. Supporting links Stabull Finance Ryze Labs SSV Network Andy on Twitter  Brave New Coin on Twitter Brave New Coin If you enjoyed the show please subscribe to the Crypto Conversation and give us a 5-star rating and a positive review in whatever podcast app you are using.

We're taking a look at the dawn of the SPUMC as we dig into the romance of Venom! Join in as we discuss Tom Hardy's double performance, the lobster tank scene, The Brock Report, and surprise good guy performance by Reid Scott. Plus: How do these Sony movies connect to Spider-Man? Why didn't Riz Ahmed get to use his British accent? And how does Sony keep tricking people into thinking they're joining the MCU by being in these movies? Make sure to rate, review, and subscribe! Next week: Elektra (2005) ---------------------------------------------Key sources and links for this episode:Marvel Comics: The Untold Story by Sean Howe (2012)"Tom Hardy Says His Son's Love for Venom is Why He Took the Role" (Variety)"How Sony Learned to Cede Control to Marvel on Spider-Man: Homecoming" (The Hollywood Reporter)"Even After Kraven the Hunter and Madame Web, Sony's Marvel Movies aren't Dead" (Variety)"Tom Hardy Came up with the Best Scene in Venom on the Spot" (Polygon)"The History of Unmade Venom Movies" (ComicBook.com)"The Spider-Man 4 that Never Was" (Collider)"Sony Sets Spider-Man Spinoffs Venom, Sinister Six with New Franchise 'Brain Trust'" (Deadline)"SPUMC?" (Gizmodo)"The Post-Disaster Artist" (Polygon)

Hours after President Donald Trump appeared to take the temperature down with Fed Chair Jerome Powell, the White House on Friday resumed its attacks on the central bank chief and its headquarters renovation.~This Episode is Sponsored By Coinbase~ Buy $50 & Get $50 for getting started on Coinbase➜ https://bit.ly/CBARRONGuest: Evan AldoEvan Aldo Youtube Channel ➜ https://bit.ly/EvanAldo20% off Evan Aldo Course ➜ https://bit.ly/EvanCourse ➜  Use code "paulbarron"00:00 Intro00:17 Sponsor: Coinbase01:00 Trump x Powell showdown03:40 Most trade deals done by August 1st05:22 M2 Surge06:00 ETH analysis08:40 ETH all in moment10:50 Tom Lee: ETH benefits from lower rates12:12 Bitcoin analysis13:50 Solana analysis16:05 XRP analysis18:00 Will we see a bear market?18:45 Hedera analysis19:52 Polygon analysis22:14 $ARB or $AVAX?24:30 TRON on Wall Street25:45 Would exit BTC into ETH now?26:50 Outro#Crypto #xrp #Ethereum~Buy The Dip Altcoin Discounts

THIS IS A PREVIEW. FOR THE FULL EPISODE, GO TO Patreon.com/worstofall Aysha U. Farah (All My Maidens) and Lenore (The Socialist Shelf) return to the pod to take the lads on a heartfelt journey of death and birds as they cover Giant Sparrow's 2017 walking sim megahit: What Remains of Edith Finch. Topics include games about death, the importance of twee in the face of tragedy, and what remains of both the walking sim genre and the titular Edith Finch. Aysha U. Farah: Website // Bluesky // Instagram Lenore: Bluesky BUY AMPLITUDES HERE PREORDER JACOB'S BOOK HERE The Socialist Shelf: A podcast where we care about two things: good fiction and changing the world. From your favorite pseudointellectuals, Jacob Dallas-Main and Lenore Olson. Spotify // Apple Podcasts // Instagram // Youtube // Bluesky All My Maidens: Welcome to All My Maidens, an Elden Ring lore podcast. Have you ever played 100 hours of Elden Ring and then thought, wow. I have no idea what the heck this game is about? Well, join award winning game writer Aysha U. Farah as she invites various friends and confidants to come on and Explain Elden Ring to her. What is an Elden Ring, anyway? What makes it elden? Who are the Tarnished? Why do a bunch of guys have weird horns on their faces? Who is that dude made of roots? Answer all these questions and more, right here! Spotify // Apple Podcasts Media Referenced in this Episode: What Remains of Edith Finch. Giant Sparrow. 2017. “The making of What Remains of Edith Finch” by Chris Schilling. PC GAMER. June 2nd, 2018. “Whitespace: The man behind ‘The Unfinished Swan'” by Evan Shamoon. Polygon. October 9th, 2012. TWOAPW theme by Brendan Dalton: Patreon // brendan-dalton.com // brendandalton.bandcamp.com Interstitial: “What Remains of Joshua Boerman” // Written by A.J. Ditty // Featuring A.J. Ditty as “AJ Ditty”, Brian Alford as “Brian Alflord”, Josh Boerman as “Joshua Boerman”

In this episode, Charlie, co-founder of Bitlayer, shares how they are building a Bitcoin rollup and trust-minimized BVM bridge to unlock BTC liquidity for DeFi while maintaining Bitcoin-level security.Backed by Franklin Templeton and top mining pools like F2Pool, Bitlayer is enabling yield-bearing BTC (YBTC), partnerships with Sui and Solana, and preparing for the launch of its BTR governance token.If you're curious about Bitcoin's future beyond payments — from miner incentives to cross-chain DeFi — this episode is for you.Key Timestamps[00:00:00] Introduction: Sam introduces Charlie and Bitlayer's mission. [00:01:00] Charlie's Web3 story: From early Bitcoin and Ethereum to Polygon and Polkadot. [00:03:30] Why Bitcoin DeFi: Recognizing the need for scaling and security. [00:05:00] Bitlayer's mission: Building a BVM rollup and bridge for DeFi on Bitcoin. [00:07:00] Achieving Bitcoin DeFi: Unlocking BTC liquidity via a trust-minimized bridge. [00:09:00] Bridging innovation: How BVM improves on multisig and wrapped BTC. [00:11:00] Bitlayer vs sidechains: Why Bitcoin rollups are different. [00:14:00] Team strength: Engineering talent from Polygon, Celestia, and Alibaba. [00:15:00] Metrics: TVL milestones, daily transactions, and wallet growth. [00:18:00] Developer & user growth: Strategies to onboard devs and create retention. [00:20:00] Branding: F1-style “Bitcoin engine” culture.[00:21:00] Decentralization focus: Ensuring Bitcoin-level security. [00:23:00] Partnerships: Collaborations with Sui and upcoming Solana integrations. [00:25:00] Future vision: Bitcoin DeFi in 2 years — retail + institutional products. [00:26:30] Institutional adoption: Working with ETF issuers like Franklin Templeton. [00:28:00] The BTR token: Governance launch and upcoming campaigns. [00:30:00] Closing thoughts: Miner incentives and the next decade of Bitcoin utility.Connecthttps://www.bitlayer.org/https://x.com/BitlayerLabshttps://www.linkedin.com/in/charlieyechuanhu/https://x.com/CharlieHusatsDisclaimerNothing 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/

For episode 550 of the BlockHash Podcast, host Brandon Zemp is joined by Callan ‘Sap' Sarre the Co-Founder and CPO of tBTC while at Permissionless 4. tBTC is the Bitcoin Standard for DeFi with battle-tested security since 2020. Live on 8 chains: ETH L1, BOB, Sol, Arbitrum, Optimism, Base, Polygon, and Starknet. Learn more at https://threshold.network ⏳ Timestamps: 0:00 | Introduction0:40 | Who is Sap?2:29 | What is tBTC?4:20 | How does tBTC produce yield?6:45 | BitcoinFi9:28 | tBTC at Permissionless11:04 | tBTC use-cases12:42 | Bitcoin in 202517:04 | tBTC website & socials17:39 | RAPID FIRE SESSION

Crypto News: Bitcoin pumps to a new high of $117,000 as Altcoins like Ethereum and XRP starting moving. US Treasury rolls back crypto broker reporting rules.Show Sponsor -