Podcasts about SVM

Skal vi have Store bededag tilbage? Har du brug for skattelettelser? Og vil du tidligere på pension? Siden Mette Frederiksen blev statsminister for SVM-regeringen, er det finanspolitiske råderum blevet opjusteret med omkring 45,5 milliarder kroner i 2030. Og der er flere penge på vej. Men går alle pengene til forsvaret, eller kan danskerne drømme om mere? Hvad skal pengene bruges til, hvis du kan bestemme? Du kan blande dig i debatten ved at ringe ind tirsdag til fredag fra 12:15-13:30 på 7021 1919 eller send en sms til 1212. Panel: Benny Engelbrecht (S), finansordfører, Jens Kristian Lütken (V), beskæftigelsesborgmester København, Dennis Flydtkjær (DD), finans- og kommunalordfører, Sigurd Agersnap (SF), finansordfører, Anders Overvad, cheføkonom IDA, Ingeniørforeningen, Niels Th. Dahl, politisk analytiker Jyllands-Posten og Troels Blicher Danielsen, Adm. direktør TEKNIQ. Vært: Camilla Michelle Mikkelsen. Tilrettelægger: Gitte Hansen. Producer: Nina Lorenz.

Skal vi have Store bededag tilbage? Har du brug for skattelettelser? Og vil du tidligere på pension? Siden Mette Frederiksen blev statsminister for SVM-regeringen, er det finanspolitiske råderum blevet opjusteret med omkring 45,5 milliarder kroner i 2030. Og der er flere penge på vej. Men går alle pengene til forsvaret, eller kan danskerne drømme om mere? Hvad skal pengene bruges til, hvis du kan bestemme? Du kan blande dig i debatten ved at ringe ind tirsdag til fredag fra 12:15-13:30 på 7021 1919 eller send en sms til 1212. Panel: Benny Engelbrecht (S), finansordfører, Jens Kristian Lütken (V), beskæftigelsesborgmester København, Dennis Flydtkjær (DD), finans- og kommunalordfører, Sigurd Agersnap (SF), finansordfører, Anders Overvad, cheføkonom IDA, Ingeniørforeningen, Niels Th. Dahl, politisk analytiker Jyllands-Posten og Troels Blicher Danielsen, Adm. direktør TEKNIQ. Vært: Camilla Michelle Mikkelsen. Tilrettelægger: Gitte Hansen. Producer: Nina Lorenz.

Skal vi have Store bededag tilbage? Har du brug for skattelettelser? Og vil du tidligere på pension? Siden Mette Frederiksen blev statsminister for SVM-regeringen, er det finanspolitiske råderum blevet opjusteret med omkring 45,5 milliarder kroner i 2030. Og der er flere penge på vej. Men går alle pengene til forsvaret, eller kan danskerne drømme om mere? Hvad skal pengene bruges til, hvis du kan bestemme? Du kan blande dig i debatten ved at ringe ind tirsdag til fredag fra 12:15-13:30 på 7021 1919 eller send en sms til 1212. Panel: Benny Engelbrecht (S), finansordfører, Jens Kristian Lütken (V), beskæftigelsesborgmester København, Dennis Flydtkjær (DD), finans- og kommunalordfører, Sigurd Agersnap (SF), finansordfører, Anders Overvad, cheføkonom IDA, Ingeniørforeningen, Niels Th. Dahl, politisk analytiker Jyllands-Posten og Troels Blicher Danielsen, Adm. direktør TEKNIQ. Vært: Camilla Michelle Mikkelsen. Tilrettelægger: Gitte Hansen. Producer: Nina Lorenz.

Saudi-Arabien vil investere 600 mia. dollar i USA, bl.a. i 18.000 Nvidia-chips. USA vil fjerne alle sanktioner på Syrien. Tidligere Trump-rådgiver John Bolton er optimistisk omkring USA's forhold til Europa. SVM vil have undersøgelse af atomkrafts rolle i det danske energimiks. ATP lider nyt kæmpetab på TDC, men vil ikke sige hvor stort. Inflationen falder i USA. S&P er nu i plus for 2025. Vært: Lasse Ladefoged (lala@borsen.dk)

What if blockchains could communicate as easily as APIs? In The Index's Everything SVM episode, Alex Kehaya and Omar Zaki sit down with Dean Little, Co-founder and Chief Scientist at Zeus Network, which is building a seamless way to connect Bitcoin and other major blockchains to the Solana ecosystem. His other work includes cryptography research at Jupiter Research Center, where he focuses on advancing secure blockchain systems. In this episode, Dean unpacks the breakthroughs driving cross-chain interoperability forward.The Everything SVM conversation dives into JupNet — a groundbreaking SVM chain designed to “aggregate anything, verify anywhere,” unlocking seamless cross-chain activity without the usual friction. Dean breaks down what sets JupNet apart from protocols like IBC, from its novel approach to validator trust to the way its architecture hides complexity behind an intuitive user experience.We also explore Dean's cutting-edge Quantum Vault project, where he's using Winternitz One-Time Signatures (WOTS), to build quantum-resistant vaults on Solana — a bold move to safeguard crypto assets against the looming threat of quantum computing.If you're serious about building cross-chain systems, exploring SVM innovation, or staying ahead of where blockchain infrastructure is headed, this is an episode you can't afford to miss.

 In this week's roundup, we discuss Initia's successful TGE, the evolving dynamics between infrastructure and applications, reflections on the Worldcoin event and biometric identity, verifiable applications (vApps), and concerns around token launch practices. We close the episode with renewed optimism amid growing institutional adoption and regulatory progress. Enjoy! – 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 – Ledger, the global leader in digital asset security, proudly sponsors Bell Curve! As Ledger celebrates 10 years of securing 20% of global crypto, it remains the top choice for securing your assets. Buy a LEDGER™ device now, and build confidently, knowing your BTC, ETH, SOL, and more are safe. Buy now on https://shop.ledger.com/?r=1da180a5de00. – Missed DAS? Join us from June 24th-June 26th at Permissionless IV! Use Code EXPANSION10 at checkout for 10% off! Tickets: https://blockworks.co/event/permissionless-iv - - 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 (04:38) Initia's Launch (12:20) Supra Pre-Roll (12:45) Ledger Pre-Roll (13:04) Investing in Infra (21:47) Updates From the Worldcoin Event (35:07) Thoughts on vApps (43:35) Supra Mid-Roll (44:20) Ledger Mid-Roll (44:55) Crypto's Transparency Issue (01:01:35) Comparing Past Cycles to Now - - 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.

Founded by former Meta Diem team members, Sui is a high-performance, layer-1 blockchain designed for horizontal scaling and low-latency transactions. It uses an object-centric data model and the Move programming language to enable transaction parallelization which can handle >200,000 txs/s. Sui's goal is to combine the benefits of blockchains with Web2's security & frictionless UX. From account abstraction & ZKLogin, to on-chain storage & data availability solutions like Walrus, Sui rebuilds the Google/AWS stack, fully on-chain and composable.Topics covered in this episode:Adeniyi's background, from Libra to SuiSui's long-term visionThe tech stack of Sui & its primitivesZKLogin & account abstractionObject-based approachTransaction processing & parallelizationDevEx on Move vs. EVM vs. SVMConsensus & scalabilityMEVGaming & SuiPlayDeFi on SuiWalrus data storageNautilusFuture roadmapEpisode links:Adeniyi Abiodun on XMysten Labs on XSui on XWalrus on XSponsors:Gnosis: Gnosis builds decentralized infrastructure for the Ethereum ecosystem, since 2015. This year marks the launch of Gnosis Pay— the world's first Decentralized Payment Network. Get started today at - gnosis.ioChorus One: one of the largest node operators worldwide, trusted by 175,000+ accounts across more than 60 networks, Chorus One combines institutional-grade security with the highest yields at - chorus.oneThis episode is hosted by Brian Fabian Crain.

In this week's roundup, we unpack Vitalik's proposal to replace the EVM with RISC-V, explore growing crypto enthusiasm across the globe, and debate Zora's controversial “just for fun” token model. We also reflect on Ethereum's evolving architecture, rollup experimentation, and the trade-offs between open and closed source in crypto. Enjoy! Resources Long-term L1 execution layer proposal: replace the EVM with RISC-V: https://ethereum-magicians.org/t/long-term-l1-execution-layer-proposal-replace-the-evm-with-risc-v/23617 Uma's Thoughts on Vitalik's Proposal: https://x.com/pumatheuma/status/1913938547301863630 Introducing vApps: https://x.com/SuccinctLabs/status/1915427365779628151 – 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 – Ledger, the global leader in digital asset security, proudly sponsors Bell Curve! As Ledger celebrates 10 years of securing 20% of global crypto, it remains the top choice for securing your assets. Buy a LEDGER™ device now, and build confidently, knowing your BTC, ETH, SOL, and more are safe. Buy now on https://shop.ledger.com/?r=1da180a5de00. – Missed DAS? Join us from June 24th-June 26th at Permissionless IV! Use Code EXPANSION10 at checkout for 10% off! Tickets: https://blockworks.co/event/permissionless-iv - - 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 (01:46) Updates From BUIDL Asia 2025 (09:07) Replacing the EVM with RISC-V (19:10) Supra Pre-Roll (19:36) Ledger Pre-Roll (19:54) Execution Layer Experimentation With Rollups (25:07) The EVMs Network Effects (29:57) Are We Heading Towards A Closed-Source Future (46:38) Supra Mid-Roll (47:23) Ledger Mid-Roll (47:58) Thoughts on Zora's Token & Model (57:46) Experimenting With Memecoins - - 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.

Fluent Fiction - Swedish: Scent of Mystery: Unveiling Secrets at Göteborg's Café Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/sv/episode/2025-04-24-22-34-01-sv Story Transcript:Sv: Vårljuset strömmade in genom de stora fönstren på det lilla kafferosteriet i Göteborg.En: The spring light streamed in through the large windows of the small coffee roastery in Göteborg.Sv: Doften av nyrostat kaffe fyllde luften, och bland det rustika träinredningen rörde sig Sofia vant mellan espressobryggarna.En: The scent of freshly roasted coffee filled the air, and among the rustic wooden interior, Sofia moved confidently between the espresso machines.Sv: Det var en vanlig arbetsdag tills Lars klev ut från lagerrummet med ett bekymrat uttryck och ett mystiskt paket i handen.En: It was an ordinary workday until Lars stepped out of the stockroom with a concerned expression and a mysterious package in hand.Sv: "Sofia, jag behöver prata med dig och Anders," sa Lars medan han nervöst vägde paketet i sin hand.En: "Sofia, I need to talk to you and Anders," said Lars while nervously weighing the package in his hand.Sv: Sofia, alltid nyfiken på det okända, smet snabbt iväg till Anders vanliga bord.En: Sofia, always curious about the unknown, quickly slipped away to Anders' usual table.Sv: Han satt redan där med sin laptop, drickandes en espresso.En: He was already there with his laptop, sipping an espresso.Sv: "Vi har ett mysterium," viskade hon till Anders samtidigt som hon pekade mot Lars och paketet.En: "We have a mystery," she whispered to Anders as she pointed towards Lars and the package.Sv: Anders höjde på ögonbrynen men reste sig omedelbart.En: Anders raised an eyebrow but stood up immediately.Sv: De samlades i ett hörn av rosteriet där Lars hade placerat paketet på bordet.En: They gathered in a corner of the roastery where Lars had placed the package on the table.Sv: "Jag hittade det här i lagerrummet.En: "I found this in the stockroom.Sv: Ingen adress eller avsändare.En: No address or sender.Sv: Och jag vet inte vad jag ska göra," förklarade Lars oroligt.En: And I don't know what to do," explained Lars worriedly.Sv: De tre hukade över paketet.En: The three of them crouched over the package.Sv: Sofia, med sin nyfikenhet gränslös, var snabb att börja undersöka.En: Sofia, with her boundless curiosity, was quick to start investigating.Sv: Hon öppnade försiktigt paketet och fann ett antal gamla dokument och fotografier.En: She carefully opened the package and found a number of old documents and photographs.Sv: Dammiga papper, men något spännande.En: Dusty papers, but something intriguing.Sv: Bilderna visade sig vara från ett gammalt kafferosteri, kanske decennier gammalt.En: The pictures turned out to be from an old coffee roastery, possibly decades old.Sv: "Märkligt," mumlade Anders medan han fingrade på ett brev som låg längst ner i lådan.En: "Strange," muttered Anders as he fingered a letter lying at the bottom of the box.Sv: "Det är en historia här.En: "There's a story here.Sv: Något oupptäckt."En: Something undiscovered."Sv: Sofia gnuggade sin haka.En: Sofia rubbed her chin.Sv: "Vi måste få reda på vad det handlar om, särskilt eftersom det snart är Valborg.En: "We have to find out what it's about, especially since it's almost Valborg.Sv: Folk kommer hit i mängd och vi har rörelsen ögonen på oss."En: People will be coming here in droves, and we have the public eye on us."Sv: Lars, även om han var rädd för vad de kunde hitta, visste att han behövde vara ärlig med sina anställda.En: Lars, even though he was afraid of what they might discover, knew he needed to be honest with his employees.Sv: "Vi måste ta reda på sanningen, men rosteriets rykte måste skyddas."En: "We must find out the truth, but the roastery's reputation must be protected."Sv: Anders, nu med näsan för nyheter, hade en annan tanke.En: Anders, now with a nose for news, had a different thought.Sv: En historia som denna kunde locka många läsare.En: A story like this could attract many readers.Sv: Men han ville inte riskera sitt favorit cafékontor.En: But he didn't want to risk his favorite café office.Sv: "Kanske borde vi hålla det här för oss själva tills vi vet mer."En: "Maybe we should keep this to ourselves until we know more."Sv: Sofia hittade en ledtråd i ett av breven.En: Sofia found a clue in one of the letters.Sv: "Titta här," sa hon med en triumferande ton.En: "Look here," she said with a triumphant tone.Sv: "Det handlar om en gammal rostteknik som försvann efter ett skandalösa händelser."En: "It's about an old roasting technique that disappeared after scandalous events."Sv: Lars stönade.En: Lars groaned.Sv: "En skandal?En: "A scandal?Sv: Det skulle kunna förstöra oss."En: That could destroy us."Sv: Men Anders hann före.En: But Anders was quicker.Sv: "Eller så kan det bli vår chans.En: "Or it could be our chance.Sv: Om vi kan använda den här tekniken, kan det bli vår affärs hemliga vapen."En: If we can use this technique, it could become our business's secret weapon."Sv: Under de följande dagarna arbetade de tillsammans: Lars rostade efter den gamla metoden, Sofia samlade in information och Anders dokumenterade allt.En: Over the following days, they worked together: Lars roasted using the old method, Sofia gathered information, and Anders documented everything.Sv: Snart visade sig kaffet bli en hit bland kunderna, just i rätt tid för Valborg.En: Soon, the coffee became a hit among customers, just in time for Valborg.Sv: Till slut stod det klart att paketet hade skickats av misstag av en gammal kafferostare, nu bortglömd, men deras misstag blev en oväntad välsignelse för rosteriet.En: In the end, it became clear that the package had been sent by mistake by an old, now forgotten, coffee roaster, but their mistake became an unexpected blessing for the roastery.Sv: Lars såg stolt på Sofia och Anders.En: Lars looked proudly at Sofia and Anders.Sv: "Jag har lärt mig att vara ärlig är bäst.En: "I've learned that being honest is best.Sv: Och ni har gjort ett fantastiskt jobb."En: And you've done an amazing job."Sv: Sofia log och viskade till Anders.En: Sofia smiled and whispered to Anders.Sv: "Vissa mysterier är värda att lösa."En: "Some mysteries are worth solving."Sv: Anders, tummen upp, avslutade anteckningarna i sitt lilla block.En: Anders, thumbs up, finished his notes in his little notebook.Sv: "Jag har min historia.En: "I've got my story.Sv: Och vi har bootstrap ett nytt arv."En: And we've bootstrapped a new legacy."Sv: På Valborgsmässhögtiden var rosteriet fullsatt.En: On Valborg day, the roastery was packed.Sv: Sofia, Anders och Lars delade en triumferande blick.En: Sofia, Anders, and Lars shared a triumphant look.Sv: Mystiken hade inte bara skyddat, utan även stärkt, deras kära kafferosteri.En: The mystery had not only protected but also strengthened their beloved coffee roastery. Vocabulary Words:streamed: strömmaderoastery: kafferosterirustic: rustikaconcerned: bekymratexpression: uttryckmysterious: mystisktcurious: nyfikenwhispered: viskadeeyebrow: ögonbrynimmediately: omedelbartcrouched: hukadeboundless: gränslösinvestigating: undersökaintriguing: spännandedecades: decennierundiscovered: oupptäcktscandalous: skandalösareputation: rykteprotected: skyddatdocumented: dokumenteradeunexpected: oväntadblessing: välsignelselegacy: arvpacked: fullsatttriumphant: triumferandediscovered: upptäckttechnique: teknikremarkable: anmärkningsvärdsignificant: betydandeintense: intensiv

Heute mal wieder nach langer Zeit eine Folge mit einem Gast zu dritt :) Wir sprechen mit Jonas der beim Bremer SV (und auch als Podcaster) tätig ist über das Spiel beim BSV und wir er die Leistung und das Spiel einschätzt im Vergleich zu unser Einschätzung. Dazu sprechen wir über ein paar allgemeine Dinge über den SVM mit Ausblick auf die Erwartungshaltung eines SVM in der Regionalliga Nord Dazu sprechen wir noch über den Heimsieg der A-Jugend gegen den Tabellenführer Berliner AK und die Heimniederlage der Frauen gegen den Favoriten Union Berlin

Fluent Fiction - Swedish: Strangers at Sea: A Chance Encounter Sparks Destiny Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/sv/episode/2025-04-18-22-34-01-sv Story Transcript:Sv: Vårsolen värmde Stockholm när Lina gick in i Vasamuseet.En: The spring sun was warming Stockholm as Lina walked into the Vasamuseet.Sv: Hon kände sig lite nervös.En: She felt a little nervous.Sv: Hennes tankar var fyllda med idéer om sin avhandling om svensk sjöhistoria.En: Her thoughts were filled with ideas about her dissertation on Swedish maritime history.Sv: Museet var en fantastisk plats, fylld av berättelser från förr.En: The museum was a fantastic place, filled with stories from the past.Sv: Vasaskeppet, den stora attraktionen, stod stolt i mitten av rummet, omgiven av mindre kända föremål.En: The Vasa ship, the main attraction, stood proudly in the middle of the room, surrounded by lesser-known artifacts.Sv: Lina strosade runt och förlorade sig i tankarna.En: Lina wandered around and lost herself in thought.Sv: Hon funderade på sitt projekt, letande efter den unika vinkeln som skulle imponera på hennes professorer.En: She was contemplating her project, searching for the unique angle that would impress her professors.Sv: Hon kände sig dock fast.En: However, she felt stuck.Sv: Inget verkade riktigt sätta igång inspirationen.En: Nothing seemed to spark the inspiration.Sv: I en annan del av museet gick Johan sakta.En: In another part of the museum, Johan was walking slowly.Sv: Han hade tagit ledigt från sitt jobb som tech-konsult för att besöka museet.En: He had taken time off from his job as a tech consultant to visit the museum.Sv: Egentligen ville han bara rensa tankarna, men i djupet av sig längtade han efter något mer meningsfullt.En: In truth, he just wanted to clear his mind, but deep down he longed for something more meaningful.Sv: Han hade alltid varit fascinerad av marin teknik och funderade på att byta karriär till historisk restaurering.En: He had always been fascinated by maritime technology and was considering a career change to historical restoration.Sv: Johan stannade framför ett litet föremål som få besökare noterade.En: Johan stopped in front of a small artifact that few visitors noticed.Sv: Det var en gammal kompass, patinerad av tiden.En: It was an old compass, patinated by time.Sv: Just då såg Lina föremålet också.En: Just then, Lina saw the object too.Sv: De två främlingarna började prata.En: The two strangers began to talk.Sv: "Det här måste ha varit ganska viktigt för sjöfarande," började Lina, tyst för sig själv.En: "This must have been quite important for seafarers," Lina began, quietly to herself.Sv: "Ja," svarade Johan, "utan rätt kurs kan man hamna var som helst."En: "Yes," replied Johan, "without the right course, you can end up anywhere."Sv: Lina log.En: Lina smiled.Sv: "Exakt!En: "Exactly!Sv: Det påminner mig om min situation nu."En: It reminds me of my situation now."Sv: Nyfikenheten växte hos Johan.En: Curiosity grew in Johan.Sv: "Hur så?"En: "How so?"Sv: Lina berättade om sin avhandling och hur hon kände sig fast.En: Lina shared about her dissertation and how she felt stuck.Sv: Johan, i sin tur, delade sina egna funderingar om att byta karriär.En: Johan, in turn, shared his own thoughts about changing careers.Sv: Ju mer de pratade, desto mer insåg de att de delade samma kärlek för historia och samma osäkerhet om framtiden.En: The more they talked, the more they realized they shared the same love for history and the same uncertainty about the future.Sv: Deras samtal flöt vidare, som en ström längs ett tyst vattendrag.En: Their conversation flowed on, like a stream along a quiet waterway.Sv: Hon pratade om konsthistorien bakom många av föremålen på museet, medan han förklarade detaljer om skeppstekniken under Vasas tid.En: She spoke about the art history behind many of the museum's artifacts, while he explained details about ship technology during the Vasa's time.Sv: Tiden flög förbi, men det var som om de var i sin egen värld.En: Time flew by, but it was as if they were in their own world.Sv: Till slut bröt deras diskussion plötsligt.En: Finally, their discussion broke suddenly.Sv: Lina kände en idé slå rot i hennes sinne.En: Lina felt an idea take root in her mind.Sv: Hon tackade Johan och kände en våg av tacksamhet.En: She thanked Johan and felt a wave of gratitude.Sv: Deras möte hade gett henne en ny vinkling på avhandlingen, en som kombinerade tekniska aspekter med konsthistorien på ett unikt sätt.En: Their meeting had given her a new angle for her dissertation, one that uniquely combined technical aspects with art history.Sv: Johan, å andra sidan, kände sig lättad och inspirerad.En: Johan, on the other hand, felt relieved and inspired.Sv: Han tänkte på möjligheten att använda sina tekniska färdigheter inom ett område han verkligen älskade.En: He thought about the possibility of using his technical skills in a field he truly loved.Sv: Deras konversation var den signal han behövde för att överväga en förändring i sitt liv.En: Their conversation was the signal he needed to consider a change in his life.Sv: När de båda lämnade museet var det med ett ljusare hjärta.En: When both left the museum, it was with a lighter heart.Sv: Solen hade börjat gå ner, och över staden började firandet av Valborgs natten.En: The sun had begun to set, and across the city, celebrations for Valborg night were beginning.Sv: En kväll fylld av löften om ny början.En: An evening filled with the promise of new beginnings.Sv: Lina kände sig full av självsäkerhet i sina akademiska förmågor, och Johan såg klarare än någonsin hur han skulle kunna jaga sina drömmar.En: Lina felt full of confidence in her academic abilities, and Johan saw clearer than ever how he could pursue his dreams.Sv: Möjligen var det just genom ett möte med en främling som båda hade hittat sin riktning.En: Perhaps it was just through a meeting with a stranger that both had found their direction. 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In this episode, our Blockworks Research analysts cover shifting macro conditions, the growth of tokenized gold, Solana's rising institutional interest, and the evolving overlap between crypto and traditional finance. They also examine airdrop mechanics, critique Berachain's approach, and debate what trends will define the next two years. Thanks for tuning in! As always, remember this podcast is for informational purposes only, and any views expressed by anyone on the show are solely their opinions, not financial advice. Resources Berachain Dashboard: https://app.blockworksresearch.com/analytics/berachain?dashboard=bera-overview Kaito Connect Post: https://x.com/KaitoAI/status/1912160810329112899 — 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 – Ledger, the global leader in digital asset security, proudly sponsors Bell Curve! As Ledger celebrates 10 years of securing 20% of global crypto, it remains the top choice for securing your assets. Buy a LEDGER™ device now, and build confidently, knowing your BTC, ETH, SOL, and more are safe. Buy now on https://shop.ledger.com/?r=1da180a5de00. – Missed DAS? Join us from June 24th-June 26th at Permissionless IV! Use Code EXPANSION10 at checkout for 10% off! Tickets: https://blockworks.co/event/permissionless-iv -- Follow Carlos: https://x.com/0xcarlosg Follow Marc: https://x.com/marcarjoon Follow Boccaccio: https://x.com/salveboccaccio Follow Danny: https://x.com/defi_kay_ 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 —-- 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.

A conversation with Yiwen (aka @oceanicursula), founder of Nitro Labs, the team behind @Terminaxyz.Full notes for this episode at: https://solfate.com/podcast/73Solfate PodcastFollow us on twitter and turn the notifs on: @SolfatePodDiscover all our podcast episodes on our website: solfate.com/podcastCollect our episodes as NFTs on DRiP: drip.haus/solfateSummaryIn this episode of the Solfate Podcast, hosts James and Nick return after a brief hiatus to discuss groundbreaking innovations with Yiwen from Nitro Labs. The conversation dives deep into Nitro Labs' product, Termina, which offers modular network extensions for the Solana ecosystem. They explore the concept of deconstructed rollups and how specific modules like the zkSVM prover, SVM engine, and Data Module allow for more efficient and targeted solutions. The discussion covers applications in DeFi, bridging, and the advantages of offloading high-compute tasks off-chain while ensuring on-chain security and verification. The episode also touches on the challenges and strategies for monetizing these advanced technical solutions.00:00 Introduction to On-Chain Proof Verification00:31 Welcome Back to the Podcast00:54 Introducing Yiwen from Nitro Labs01:03 Exploring Network Extensions and Deconstructed Rollups05:04 Deep Dive into Solana and SVM07:17 Shifting Focus to Solana Native Development15:39 Understanding Asynchronous Settlement in DeFi22:51 Beyond Rollups: The Future of Network Extensions24:37 User Feedback and Modular Roll-Up Stack25:01 Introducing the EZKS VM Improver25:23 Challenges and Solutions in ZK VM Implementation26:54 Proving Solana Transactions with ZK Prover27:44 Bridging and Cross-Chain Transactions31:18 Trustless Computation and Cryptographic Proofs34:36 Real-World Applications and Use Cases40:05 Monetizing ZK Prover and Developer Insights45:56 Future of Network Extensions and Infrastructure48:26 Conclusion and Final ThoughtsFind Yiwen and Termina onlineFollow Yiwen on Twitter/X: @oceanicursulaFollow Termina on Twitter/X: @TerminaxyzCheck out Termina at their websiteFollow us aroundNicktwitter: @nickfrostygithub: github.com/nickfrostywebsite: https://nick.afJamestwitter: @jamesrp13github: github.com/jamesrp13

In this week's roundup, we're joined by Luis Schliesske, Founder of Abundance and Gelato, to take the Sovereign Rollup pill! We challenge traditional L1 vs. L2 distinctions, dive into rollup architecture, settlement misconceptions, and why rollup L1s may define the future of modular blockchain infrastructure. Enjoy! Resources Gelato's Vision for Abundant Blockspace & Sovereign Rollups: https://t.co/czhqMgM1e2 ABC: The Sovereign Rollup Pill: https://x.com/luis_0x/status/1907822812846346262 – 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 – Ledger, the global leader in digital asset security, proudly sponsors Bell Curve! As Ledger celebrates 10 years of securing 20% of global crypto, it remains the top choice for securing your assets. Buy a LEDGER™ device now, and build confidently, knowing your BTC, ETH, SOL, and more are safe. Buy now on https://shop.ledger.com/?r=1da180a5de00. – Missed DAS? Join us from June 24th-June 26th at Permissionless IV! Use Code EXPANSION10 at checkout for 10% off! Tickets: https://blockworks.co/event/permissionless-iv - - Follow Luis: https://x.com/luis_0x 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 (03:19) The Division Between L1s & L2s (12:27) What is Settlement? (17:48) Supra Pre-Roll (18:13) Ledger Pre-Roll (18:32) Applications & Security Zones (25:54) Settlement Assurance For Institutions (34:56) Supra Mid-Roll (35:41) Ledger Mid-Roll (36:16) Assessing Asset Risk (48:12) IBC Eureka Goes Live (01:01:12) Bitcoin L2s & Starkware's ColliderVM (01:08:08) The ABC Stack & Sovereign Rollups - - 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.

Esben og Jakob konkluderer på sagen om Lars Aagaard og dykker ned i den lange politiske historie om de nordatlantiske mandater. De prøver at finde ud af, hvorfor Trump pludselig satte sin toldkrig på pause, og til slut kigger de på beskæftigelsesreformen og den svære beslutning, som SF nu skal træffe. Ugens emner i #dkpol:Den nordatlantiske pagt (15:00): De nordatlantiske mandater reddede Lars Aagaard, og det viser sig, at der er en hemmelig aftale om det. Men ifølge Jakob er historien om Lars Aagaard langt fra skrevet færdig. Sammen med Esben dykker han ned i det, og i hvilken rolle de nordatlantiske mandater kan spille.Toldkrig (35:03): Hvad sker der egentlig i Trump-administrationen? Og hvad er Trumps økonomiske mål – med først at føre toldkrig og så at sætte det hele på pause? Esben og Jakob forsøger at finde hoved og hale i det hele.Beskæftigelsesreform (49:45): Den nye beskæftigelsesreform er ifølge Esben et opgør med måden, man ser ledige på. Han forklarer Jakob, hvordan det hænger sammen, og sammen ser de på, hvad det siger om tiden, om SVM og om kunstig intelligens.Værter: Esben Schjørring, politisk redaktør på Altinget, og Jakob Nielsen, ansvarshavende chefredaktør på Altinget.Producer: Emma Klitnæs, podcastassistent.Shownotes:Jakobs anbefaling: Growing up Murduch i The Atlantic Esbens anbefaling: Krystalpaladset af Eirik Høyer Leivestad Altingets artikel om de nordatlantiske mandater i folketinget Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Klimaminister Lars Aagaard er i overhængende fare for at vælte som minister, da han pludselig får en overraskende håndsrækning. Selvom der er tradition for, at de nordatlantiske mandater aldrig blander sig i dansk indenrigspolitik, melder de inden et afgørende samråd pludselig ud, at de støtter ministeren. Sammen med løsgængeren Jon Stephensen sikrer de, at der ikke er et flertal for at vælte ham. Hvorfor gør de det? Og hvor efterlader det vingeskudte Aagaard? Det ser vi nærmere på i dag. Jeg får også besøg af Folketingets formand, Søren Gade, der vil sikre, at folketingspolitikere, der ikke opnår genvalg, får hjælp, hvis de har brug for det, så de ikke går ned med flaget. Men hvorfor skal vragede folketingspolitikere have særbehandling? Vi vender også kort SVM-regeringen. Den kan Søren Gade godt lide, men hvorfor lurepasser både han og Venstre-toppen så, når man spørger, hvad der skal ske med Venstre efter næste valg? Vært: Pia Glud Munksgaard. Gæster: Jens Ringberg, politisk analytiker i DR, Christine Cordsen, politisk korrespondent i DR og Søren Gade, formand for Folketinget og MF for Venstre. Tilrettelæggere: Stine Lindegaard og Theodora Renard.

In this week's episode, we're joined by A.J. Warner, CSO at Offchain Labs, to discuss his bold vision for Arbitrum as a “digital sovereign nation.” We explore key differences between L1s and L2s, Arbitrum's business model, capital allocation strategies, and how the new OpCo structure will drive governance and operational efficiency. Enjoy! Resources Hope for the Future of Arbitrum: https://x.com/ajwarner90/status/1908143389658194094 Arbitrum Forum - OpCo: https://forum.arbitrum.foundation/c/dao-grant-programs/operation-company-opco/63 – 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 – Ledger, the global leader in digital asset security, proudly sponsors Bell Curve! As Ledger celebrates 10 years of securing 20% of global crypto, it remains the top choice for securing your assets. Buy a LEDGER™ device now, and build confidently, knowing your BTC, ETH, SOL, and more are safe. Buy now on https://shop.ledger.com/?r=1da180a5de00. – Missed DAS? Join us from June 24th-June 26th at Permissionless IV! Use Code EXPANSION10 at checkout for 10% off! Tickets: https://blockworks.co/event/permissionless-iv - - Follow AJ: https://x.com/ajwarner90 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 (02:07) Thinking About L1s vs L2s (10:02) Supra Pre-Roll (10:28) Ledger Pre-Roll (10:46) L2s Ability to Allocate Capital (20:32) Arbitrum's Business Model (26:35) Supra Mid-Roll (27:20) Ledger Mid-Roll (27:55) Key Growth Metrics (33:36) Capital Allocation Concerns & Arbitrum Governance (48:47) Arbitrum Stakeholders & DAO Structure (56:36) Operational Challenges & the Future of Arbitrum - - 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.

In this week's roundup, we dive into the future of the EVM, exploring its shortcomings, network effects, and the rise of customized execution environments. We also discuss the value of decentralization, the durability of L1 premiums, the evolving app vs. infra dynamic, and how institutions might reshape blockchain adoption. Enjoy! Resources Fortress of Solitude - DegenSpartan: https://www.egirlcapital.com/writings/dE4AzaSbREOMppMqRmFpuA Solana Policy Institute: https://x.com/SolanaInstitute/status/1906677246225707379 – 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 – Ledger, the global leader in digital asset security, proudly sponsors Bell Curve! As Ledger celebrates 10 years of securing 20% of global crypto, it remains the top choice for securing your assets. Buy a LEDGER™ device now, and build confidently, knowing your BTC, ETH, SOL, and more are safe. Buy now on https://shop.ledger.com/?r=1da180a5de00. – Missed DAS? Join us from June 24th-June 26th at Permissionless IV! Use Code EXPANSION10 at checkout for 10% off! Tickets: https://blockworks.co/event/permissionless-iv - - 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 (01:19) The Future of the EVM (11:22) Supra Pre-Roll (11:47) Ledger Pre-Roll (12:05) Building a Differentiated L1 Today (20:43) Revisiting the Fat Protocol Thesis (25:39) Supra Mid-Roll (26:23) Ledger Mid-Roll (26:58) Does the Market Still Care About Decentralization? (39:39) Is There Still an L1 Premium? (49:48) Winners Games & Losers Games (58:18) The Solana Policy Institute - - 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.

Joanna Zeng is the co-founder and CEO of SOON Network, before establishing SOON (Solana Optimistic Network), Joanna used to be a currency trader on Wall Street, and has since held roles in business development and product management at Aleo, Optimism, and Coinbase. She also served as a founding board member of CryptoNYC and is an active angel investor.SOON is a Layer 2 (L2) blockchain built on Solana's Virtual Machine (SVM). It uses Optimistic Rollups to take Solana's already impressive speed and low costs to a whole new level.Under Joanna's leadership, SOON has rapidly progressed, launching its DevNet within six months and positioning itself as a key player in the next wave of blockchain innovation. Her journey from traditional finance to blockchain exemplifies her vision and commitment to creating sustainable, real-world solutions that push the boundaries of decentralization.In this conversation, we discuss:- SOON is an ETH L2 using the SVM- Saratoga Water going viral- Community-Centric Building- SOON led a ‘co-builder' funding round in 2024 with no VC involvement, allowing community to have stake in the project- High-Performance L2s- Solana Virtual Machine (SVM)- SOON's decoupled SVM separates execution from consensus- Kaito yaps- Key benefits of using SVMs compared to EVMs- The future of L2s- Ethereum L2 fragmentationSOON NetworkWebsite: soo.networkX: @soon_svmDiscord: discord.gg/soon-svmJoanna ZengX: @justsayuluvjoLinkedIn: Joanna Zeng ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------  This episode is brought to you by PrimeXBT.  PrimeXBT offers a robust trading system for both beginners and professional traders that demand highly reliable market data and performance. Traders of all experience levels can easily design and customize layouts and widgets to best fit their trading style. PrimeXBT is always offering innovative products and professional trading conditions to all customers.   PrimeXBT is running an exclusive promotion for listeners of the podcast. After making your first deposit, 50% of that first deposit will be credited to your account as a bonus that can be used as additional collateral to open positions.  Code: CRYPTONEWS50  This promotion is available for a month after activation. Click the link below:  PrimeXBT x CRYPTONEWS50

Fluent Fiction - Swedish: When Two Booklovers Collide: A Springtime Encounter Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/sv/episode/2025-04-01-22-34-02-sv Story Transcript:Sv: Vårsolen sken över den lilla bokhandeln i hörnet av gatan.En: The spring sun shone over the little bookstore on the corner of the street.Sv: Färgglada hyllor sträckte sig mot taket, fyllda med drömmar och historier från hela världen.En: Colorful shelves stretched towards the ceiling, filled with dreams and stories from all over the world.Sv: Erik, blyg och inåtvänd, kände sig alltid hemma mellan böckerna.En: Erik, shy and introverted, always felt at home among the books.Sv: Där inne kunde han försvinna i tankar och äventyr utan att någon lade märke till honom.En: Inside, he could disappear into thoughts and adventures without anyone noticing him.Sv: Sofia, med sina nyfikna ögon och ivriga steg, älskade också bokhandeln.En: Sofia, with her curious eyes and eager steps, also loved the bookstore.Sv: Hon letade ständigt efter nya berättelser som kunde fylla hennes sinne med nya perspektiv.En: She was constantly searching for new stories that could fill her mind with new perspectives.Sv: Varje gång hon klev in genom dörren, kastades hon in i en värld där det bara var hon och böckerna.En: Every time she stepped through the door, she was thrown into a world where it was just her and the books.Sv: Nils, bokhandelns anställd, såg ofta de båda besökarna.En: Nils, the bookstore employee, often observed the two visitors.Sv: Han märkte hur deras vägar nästan korsades, hur deras fingrar ibland nuddade samma bokrygg.En: He noticed how their paths almost crossed, how their fingers sometimes touched the same book spine.Sv: Han log för sig själv och hoppades att de en dag skulle bryta isen.En: He smiled to himself and hoped that one day they would break the ice.Sv: Med påsken närmande sig, pryddes fönstren med påskliljor och lilla fjädrar.En: With Easter approaching, the windows were decorated with daffodils and little feathers.Sv: Staden omkring bokhandeln vaknade till liv i vårens explosion av färger.En: The city around the bookstore woke to life in spring's explosion of colors.Sv: En dag satte Nils upp en skylt för en bokläsning i butiken.En: One day, Nils put up a sign for a book reading in the store.Sv: Erik såg lappen med intresse.En: Erik looked at the notice with interest.Sv: Det var en chans att träffa andra bokälskare utan att behöva prata så mycket.En: It was a chance to meet other book lovers without having to talk much.Sv: Han bestämde sig för att gå, ett litet steg utanför sin bekvämlighetszon.En: He decided to go, a small step outside his comfort zone.Sv: När dagen kom, fyllde folk det lilla caféhörnet i bokhandeln.En: When the day came, people filled the little café corner in the bookstore.Sv: Sofia var där också, hennes ögon glittrade av förväntan.En: Sofia was there too, her eyes sparkling with anticipation.Sv: Erik tog ett djupt andetag och satte sig i närheten, där han kunde höra henne viska med sin vän.En: Erik took a deep breath and sat nearby, where he could hear her whispering with her friend.Sv: Under läsningen hörde Erik Sofia göra en kommentar, nästan exakt samma tanke han själv haft.En: During the reading, Erik heard Sofia make a comment, almost exactly the same thought he had had himself.Sv: Det var som om någon äntligen satte ord på hans känslor.En: It was as if someone finally put his feelings into words.Sv: Han visste att detta var hans chans.En: He knew this was his chance.Sv: Efter att läsningen var över samlade Erik all sin mod och närmade sig Sofia.En: After the reading was over, Erik gathered all his courage and approached Sofia.Sv: Hans hjärta bultade högt, men han lutade sig fram och sa: "Jag hörde vad du sa om boken.En: His heart was pounding loudly, but he leaned forward and said: "I heard what you said about the book.Sv: Jag tänkte på precis samma sak."En: I was thinking the exact same thing."Sv: Sofia vände sig om och log.En: Sofia turned around and smiled.Sv: "Gjorde du det?En: "Did you?Sv: Vad tyckte du mest om?"En: What did you like the most?"Sv: Samtalet flöt lättare än Erik någonsin hade föreställt sig.En: The conversation flowed more easily than Erik had ever imagined.Sv: De pratade om allt från favoritböcker till drömmar och upptäckter.En: They talked about everything from favorite books to dreams and discoveries.Sv: Timmar flög förbi som minuter.En: Hours flew by like minutes.Sv: Innan de skiljdes åt lovade de att träffas igen, kanske vid nästa bokläsning eller bara för att fika och prata mer om deras favorithistorier.En: Before they parted, they promised to meet again, perhaps at the next book reading or just to have coffee and talk more about their favorite stories.Sv: Erik kände sig ovanligt lätt och glad när han gick hem genom de blommande gatorna.En: Erik felt unusually light and happy as he walked home through the blooming streets.Sv: Mötet hade ändrat något inom honom.En: The meeting had changed something within him.Sv: Han insåg att delade upplevelser berikade hans kärlek till böcker ännu mer.En: He realized that shared experiences enriched his love for books even more.Sv: Han var fortfarande samma Erik, men nu var han en Erik som såg fram emot äventyr med nya vänner, ett kapitel i taget.En: He was still the same Erik, but now he was an Erik who looked forward to adventures with new friends, one chapter at a time. 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In this week's roundup, the crew dives into AI's impact on work, debates the realism of a post-work society, and unpacks the Hyperliquid vs. JellyJelly saga. They also explore the flood of new institutional stablecoin announcements, wins for privacy in crypto, and what stablecoins mean for L1 token value. Enjoy! – 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 – Missed DAS? Join us from June 24th-June 26th at Permissionless IV! Use Code EXPANSION10 at checkout for 10% off! Tickets: https://blockworks.co/event/permissionless-iv - - 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 (02:11) The Post Work Society Debate (11:06) Supra Pre-Roll (11:32) Hyperliquid x JellyJelly Drama (28:11) Supra Mid-Roll (28:56) Privacy in Crypto (35:54) Institutional Stablecoin Announcements (50:16) Is Stablecoin Growth Bullish for L1s? - - 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.

In this week's roundup, we discuss key takeaways from the 2025 Digital Asset Summit, including Donald Trump's remarks on stablecoins, and the growing institutional interest in crypto. We explore the implications of stablecoin adoption, the role of TradFi in DeFi, and the evolving regulatory landscape. The conversation also touches on enterprise adoption of blockchains, and speculation on Elon Musk launching a stablecoin. Enjoy! Resources Why BitTorrent Mattered: https://medium.com/@simonhmorris/why-bittorrent-mattered-bittorrent-lessons-for-crypto-1-of-4-fa3c6fcef488 – 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 – Ledger, the global leader in digital asset security, proudly sponsors Bell Curve! As Ledger celebrates 10 years of securing 20% of global crypto, it remains the top choice for securing your assets. Buy a LEDGER™ device now, and build confidently, knowing your BTC, ETH, SOL, and more are safe. Buy now on https://shop.ledger.com/?r=1da180a5de00. – Missed DAS? Join us from June 24th-June 26th at Permissionless IV!  Tickets: https://blockworks.co/event/permissionless-iv - - 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 (01:48) Trump Addresses DAS (04:21) Institutional Interest in Crypto is Growing (11:37) Supra Pre-Roll (12:02) Ledger Pre-Roll (12:21) TradFi and DeFi Collide (20:13) Betting on the Growth of Stablecoins (27:20) Will Elon Launch USDX? (30:18) Supra Mid-Roll (31:03) Ledger Mid-Roll (31:38) Solana's Controversial Ad (34:33) Crypto's Lobbying Presence in DC (47:11) Operating Within the L2 Landscape - - 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.

Børsen har holdt topmøde, hvor Joe Bidens national sikkerhedsrådgiver, Jake Sullivan, var på besøg. Corydon og Lykkeberg bed bl.a. mærke i, hvordan Jake Sullivan vejleder andre lande om, hvordan man skal modstå Trump. De gennemgår de pointer, som toprådgiveren kom med under topmødet. Udover at Rune Lykkeberg var med til Børsens topmøde, så var han også tilhører til et arrangement, hvor statsminister Mette Frederiksen talte med tidligere generalsekretær for Nato og nu Norges finansminister, Jens Stoltenberg. Det var i forbindelse med premiere på filmen Facing War, som Jens Stoltenberg er med i. Lykkeberg fortæller, at Stoltenberg i filmen siger, at “as long as it takes” ikke passer. Det er noget han siger for at give ukrainerne “spirit”.  Chefredaktørerne slutter i dansk politik, hvor midterregeringen har fået lidt politisk medvind pga. de verdenspolitiske vinde. Corydon mener, at SVM's berettigelse står klarere end nogensinde.    

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.

This episode of Expansion dives into Celestia's latest improvement proposals with Dean Eigenmann and Marko Baricevic. We discuss their proposals on locking staking rewards and decreasing Celestia's inflation rate, which aim to improve tokenomics and long-term network sustainability. The conversation expands into broader debates on proof-of-stake incentives, inflation models, and Celestia's relationship with Ethereum. Enjoy! Resources CIP-29: Decrease Inflation and Adjust Disinflation: https://github.com/celestiaorg/CIPs/blob/main/cips/cip-29.md CIP-30: Prevent Auto-Claiming of Staking Rewards: https://github.com/celestiaorg/CIPs/blob/main/cips/cip-30.md CIP-31: Treat Rewards as part of the Lockup Account: https://github.com/celestiaorg/CIPs/blob/main/cips/cip-31.md – 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 – Ledger, the global leader in digital asset security, proudly sponsors Bell Curve! As Ledger celebrates 10 years of securing 20% of global crypto, it remains the top choice for securing your assets. Buy a LEDGER™ device now, and build confidently, knowing your BTC, ETH, SOL, and more are safe. Buy now on https://shop.ledger.com/?r=1da180a5de00. – Join us at DAS NYC 2025!  Use code EXPANSION10 for a 10% discount: https://blockworks.co/event/digital-asset-summit-2025-new-york - - Follow Dean: https://x.com/DeanEigenmann Follow Marko: https://x.com/MarkoBaricevic_ 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 (04:49) Celestia's Relationship to Cosmos (09:28) Changing Celestia's Economics and Incentives (13:03) Supra Pre-Roll (13:30) Ledger Pre-Roll (13:47) Locking Staking Rewards (16:45) What is the Ideal Stake Rate? (24:49) Lowering Celestia's Inflation Rate (33:30) The Inflation Debate (42:27) Supra Mid-Roll (43:11) Ledger Mid-Roll (43:47) Should Celestia Focus on Generating Fees? (50:47) Is the L1 Premium Dead? (01:00:33) Celestia's Relationship With Ethereum - - 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.

In this week's roundup, the crew discusses Base's Flashbocks, and the pushback they received regarding centralization concerns. They also dive into their concerns with the rapid politicization of crypto. Finally, they cover the economic models of blockchains, particularly general-purpose L1s versus L2s. Enjoy! – 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 – Ledger, the global leader in digital asset security, proudly sponsors Bell Curve! As Ledger celebrates 10 years of securing 20% of global crypto, it remains the top choice for securing your assets. Buy a LEDGER™ device now, and build confidently, knowing your BTC, ETH, SOL, and more are safe. Buy now on https://shop.ledger.com/?r=1da180a5de00. – Join us at DAS NYC 2025!  Use code EXPANSION10 for a 10% discount: https://blockworks.co/event/digital-asset-summit-2025-new-york - - 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 (03:52) Discussing Base's Flashblocks (18:29) Supra Pre-Roll (18:55) Ledger Pre-Roll (19:12) The Politicalization of Crypto (31:22) Leadership Changes For the Ethereum Foundation (43:51) Supra Mid-Roll (44:35) Ledger Mid-Roll (45:11) Is DA the Most Sustainable Driver of Flows? (55:18) Valuing Blockchain Revenue Streams - - 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.

Live from ETHDenver, this episode dives into the current state of crypto, from the subdued conference vibes to the broader industry sentiment. The crew discusses whether the last cycle truly expanded the ecosystem or if it was just another speculative wave. They explore the rise and fall of meme coins, the shift from idealism to pragmatism in crypto startups, and the growing role of institutions like Bank of America in stablecoins. Finally, they cover the ByBit hack, and the importance of long-term sustainability in crypto. Enjoy! – 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 – Join us at DAS NYC 2025!  Use code EXPANSION10 for a 10% discount: https://blockworks.co/event/digital-asset-summit-2025-new-york - - 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://www.youtube.com/@ExpansionPod Subscribe on Apple: http://apple.co/4bGKYYM Subscribe on Spotify: http://spoti.fi/3Vaubq1 Get top market insights and the latest in crypto news. Subscribe to Blockworks Daily Newsletter: https://blockworks.co/newsletter/ -- Timestamps: (00:00) Introduction (01:21) ETHDenver Vibe Check (03:29) Did We Onboard New People? (12:00) Supra Ad (12:26) Pragmatism vs Idealism (15:56) ByBit Gets Hacked (26:24) Supra Ad (27:08) Celestia's Fees & Valuing Startups (33:35) Revenue Generation in Crypto (40:26) Value Added Services For Celestia - - 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.

Fluent Fiction - Swedish: A Chance Encounter at Stockholm Central: Lessons in Self-Care Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/sv/episode/2025-02-27-23-34-02-sv Story Transcript:Sv: Tåget vrålade in på Stockholm Centralstation.En: The train roared into Stockholm Centralstation.Sv: Stationen var full av folk.En: The station was full of people.Sv: Vinterkylan svepte genom korridorerna, och luften fylldes av ljudet av annonseringar och fotsteg som ekade över perrongerna.En: The winter chill swept through the corridors, and the air was filled with the sound of announcements and footsteps echoing across the platforms.Sv: Elin, en beslutsam journalist, skyndade sig mellan människorna.En: Elin, a determined journalist, hurried through the crowd.Sv: Hon hade ett viktigt möte som kunde förändra hennes karriär.En: She had an important meeting that could change her career.Sv: Men stressen och tröttheten hade tagit över henne.En: But stress and fatigue had taken over her.Sv: I en av stationens hörn satt Björn, en empatisk ambulanssjukvårdare, och åt sin lunch.En: In one corner of the station sat Björn, an empathetic ambulance paramedic, eating his lunch.Sv: Han observerade folkmassan medan han njut av en värmande kopp kaffe.En: He observed the crowd while enjoying a warming cup of coffee.Sv: Plötsligt märkte han en uppståndelse längre bort.En: Suddenly, he noticed a commotion further away.Sv: Elin hade kollapsat.En: Elin had collapsed.Sv: Hennes medvetna önskan att ignorera kroppens signaler hade tagit över, och nu låg hon medvetslös på det kalla golvet.En: Her conscious desire to ignore her body's signals had taken over, and now she lay unconscious on the cold floor.Sv: Björn rusade till platsen utan att tveka.En: Björn rushed to the scene without hesitation.Sv: Han böjde sig ner och kontrollerade hennes puls.En: He leaned down and checked her pulse.Sv: "Andas, Elin," mumlade han för sig själv.En: "Breathe, Elin," he muttered to himself.Sv: Människor samlades omkring dem, nyfikna och oroliga.En: People gathered around them, curious and worried.Sv: Björn visste att han inte kunde vänta.En: Björn knew he couldn't wait.Sv: Han var tvungen att hjälpa, även om det betydde att han missade resten av sin rast.En: He had to help, even if it meant missing the rest of his break.Sv: Elin vaknade till.En: Elin came to.Sv: "Vad hände?"En: "What happened?"Sv: viskade hon, fortfarande desorienterad.En: she whispered, still disoriented.Sv: Björn log lugnande.En: Björn smiled reassuringly.Sv: "Du föll ihop," förklarade han.En: "You collapsed," he explained.Sv: "Stress och trötthet.En: "Stress and fatigue.Sv: Du måste ta hand om dig själv först."En: You need to take care of yourself first."Sv: Elin stirrade på honom, insåg vikten av hans ord.En: Elin stared at him, realizing the importance of his words.Sv: Hon hade kört sig själv i botten, och nu satt hon där i hans trygga vård.En: She had driven herself into the ground, and now she sat there in his safe care.Sv: "Tack, Björn," sa hon svagt.En: "Thank you, Björn," she said weakly.Sv: Björn hjälpte henne upp, säkerställde att hon kunde stå.En: Björn helped her up, ensuring she could stand.Sv: När Elin kände sig stadigare, insåg hon att hon behövde förändra sitt sätt att leva.En: When Elin felt more stable, she realized she needed to change her way of living.Sv: Hennes mål och ambitioner var viktiga, men inte på bekostnad av hennes hälsa.En: Her goals and ambitions were important, but not at the expense of her health.Sv: "Jag har varit dum," medgav hon.En: "I've been foolish," she admitted.Sv: Björn nickade, lättad över att hon förstod.En: Björn nodded, relieved that she understood.Sv: Med stöd av Björn lyckades Elin komma till sitt möte, om än med en ny insikt om vad som verkligen betydde något i livet.En: With Björn's support, Elin managed to get to her meeting, albeit with a new insight into what truly mattered in life.Sv: Björn återvände till sitt arbete, nöjd över att ha gjort skillnad, även om det krävde hans tid.En: Björn returned to his work, satisfied to have made a difference, even if it required his time.Sv: De gick åt varsitt håll i livet, men en sak var säker: Elin hade fått en ny förståelse för självomsorg, och Björn återbekräftade sin hängivenhet att hjälpa andra, alltid redo att göra det som var rätt.En: They went their separate ways in life, but one thing was certain: Elin had gained a new understanding of self-care, and Björn reaffirmed his commitment to helping others, always ready to do what was right.Sv: Stockholm Centralstation återgick till sitt vanliga, hektiska liv, ovetande om den förändrade kurs detta oväntade möte hade skapat.En: Stockholm Centralstation returned to its usual hectic life, unaware of the changed course this unexpected meeting had created. Vocabulary Words:roared: vråladechill: vinterkylancorridors: korridorernadetermined: beslutsammeeting: mötefatigue: trötthetenobserved: observeradecommotion: uppståndelsecollapsed: kollapsatconscious: medvetnagathered: samladeshesitation: tvekapulse: pulsmuttered: mumladeworried: oroligareassuringly: lugnandeignorant: ignorerawhispered: viskadeadmitted: medgavunderstanding: förståelseself-care: självomsorgcommitment: hängivenhetambulance: ambulansparamedic: sjukvårdareunconscious: medvetslösensuring: säkerställdedisoriented: desorienteradambitions: ambitionerexpense: bekostnadrealizing: insåg

De Konservative sejrede i Tyskland, og aktiemarkedet kvitterer med pæne stigninger. Det store spørgsmål er nu: Vil en kommende kansler Friedrich Merz tage et opgør med den rigide tyske sparepolitik og investere tilstrækkeligt i vækst og forsvar? I Danmark sætter beskæftigelsen endnu engang rekord, og Finansministeriet har fundet 22 ekstra milliarder i skuffen. Det er nu fjerde gang, at SVM-regeringen opjusterer såkaldte råderum. Men der kunne sagtens være flere opjusteringer på vej, fordi dansk økonomi er kernesund, lyder vurderingen i studiet.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fluent Fiction - Swedish: Rainy Proposals and Carnival Joy in Santorini Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/sv/episode/2025-02-22-23-34-02-sv Story Transcript:Sv: I väntan på det perfekta ögonblicket satt Sven på en cafébänk i Santorini.En: While waiting for the perfect moment, Sven sat on a café bench in Santorini.Sv: Trots att solen gömt sig bakom hotfulla moln, kunde man inte missa de magnifika vita byggnaderna.En: Even though the sun had hidden behind threatening clouds, the magnificent white buildings couldn't be missed.Sv: Hans blick skiftade mot Elin, som fascinerat studerade en lokal karta.En: His gaze shifted to Elin, who was fascinated as she studied a local map.Sv: Sven hade rekat hela platsen.En: Sven had scouted the entire place.Sv: Planen var enkel men betydelsefull.En: The plan was simple but significant.Sv: Han skulle fria till henne vid solnedgången.En: He was going to propose to her at sunset.Sv: Elin och Sven reste tillsammans med Oskar, deras nära vän.En: Elin and Sven were traveling together with Oskar, their close friend.Sv: Oskar var alltid full av skratt och energi.En: Oskar was always full of laughter and energy.Sv: Han såg fram emot karnevalen, där musiken och dansen skulle fylla gatorna.En: He looked forward to the carnival, where music and dancing would fill the streets.Sv: Men just den här dagen, var molnen tunga och vinden rå.En: But on this particular day, the clouds were heavy, and the wind was raw.Sv: Oskar föreslog att de skulle ta skydd i en liten taverna.En: Oskar suggested they take shelter in a small taverna.Sv: När de kom in i tavernan började regnet falla, först lätt men snart i virvlande strålar.En: As they entered the taverna, the rain began to fall, first lightly but soon in whirling streams.Sv: Sven kände en klump i magen.En: Sven felt a lump in his stomach.Sv: Det vackra ögonblick han föreställt sig försvann bakom regnens ridåer.En: The beautiful moment he had envisioned vanished behind the curtain of rain.Sv: Gästerna, som tavernans värme lockat till sig, pratade glatt om karnevalshelgen och de träningspass för zorbadansen som väntade dem.En: The guests, drawn by the taverna's warmth, chatted happily about the carnival weekend and the zorba dance rehearsals that awaited them.Sv: Sven kände sig stressad av situationen.En: Sven felt stressed by the situation.Sv: Men plötsligt insåg han att endast några av livets mest minnesvärda stunder var planerade.En: But suddenly, he realized that only a few of life's most memorable moments were planned.Sv: Elin log mot honom och höll hans hand.En: Elin smiled at him and held his hand.Sv: Han tog ett djupt andetag och beslutade sig för något oväntat.En: He took a deep breath and decided on something unexpected.Sv: Med en hastig blinkning till Oskar, som genast förstod vinken, bad Sven om allas uppmärksamhet.En: With a quick wink to Oskar, who instantly understood the hint, Sven asked for everyone's attention.Sv: Han ställde sig upp, lite nervös men beslutsam.En: He stood up, a bit nervous but resolute.Sv: Medan stormens lynniga väder fortsatte utanför, sa han, "Elin, även när världen är i kaos, vet jag att jag vill spendera resten av mitt liv med dig.En: As the storm's temperamental weather continued outside, he said, "Elin, even when the world is in chaos, I know I want to spend the rest of my life with you.Sv: Vill du gifta dig med mig?"En: Will you marry me?"Sv: Chocken och glädjen i Elins ansikte var obestridlig.En: The shock and joy on Elin's face were undeniable.Sv: Inom ett ögonblick svarade hon "Ja!"En: Within a moment, she answered "Yes!"Sv: och platsen fylldes med applåder och rop av glädje.En: and the place filled with applause and shouts of joy.Sv: Efter kort tid lättade stormen och den dramatiska scenen av ett regnbågsskimrande hav avslöjades.En: Shortly after, the storm cleared, revealing the dramatic scene of a rainbow-colored sea.Sv: Mänskovar fyllde gatorna för karnevalen medan solen långsamt gick ner bakom horisonten.En: People crowded the streets for the carnival while the sun slowly set behind the horizon.Sv: Sven, som just förstått en livets viktiga läxa, höll Elin nära och insåg att ibland var det bästa att överge planerna och omfamna nuet.En: Sven, having just learned an important life lesson, held Elin close and realized that sometimes the best thing to do was to abandon plans and embrace the moment.Sv: Så slutade deras dag i Santorini – ett minne om kärlek, äventyr och spontana stunder i ett land av skönhet och kultur.En: Thus ended their day in Santorini—a memory of love, adventure, and spontaneous moments in a land of beauty and culture. Vocabulary Words:waiting: väntanmagnificent: magnifikashifted: skiftadefascinated: fascineratscouted: rekatsignificant: betydelsefullthreatening: hotfullagaze: blickdancing: dansenraw: råshelter: skyddtaverna: tavernawhirling: virvlandestreams: strålarlump: klumpenvisioned: föreställtcurtain: ridåchatted: pratadestressed: stressadmemorable: minnesvärdawink: blinkningtemperamental: lynnigachaos: kaosundeniable: obestridligapplause: applådershouts: roprevealing: avslöjadesdramatic: dramatiskarainbow-colored: regnbågsskimrandeembrace: omfamna

In this week's roundup, we discuss crypto's momentum shift, Ethereum DA, and Kaito's token launch. We also unpacked the implications of centralized companies operating onchain. Finally, we ended the episode with discussion on the current state of bridging UX. Enjoy! Resources C-node's Take: https://x.com/colludingnode/status/1891862449663463506 – 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 – Ledger, the global leader in digital asset security, proudly sponsors Bell Curve! As Ledger celebrates 10 years of securing 20% of global crypto, it remains the top choice for securing your assets. Buy a LEDGER™ device now, and build confidently, knowing your BTC, ETH, SOL, and more are safe. Buy now on https://shop.ledger.com/?r=1da180a5de00. – Join us at DAS NYC 2025!  Use code EXPANSION10 for a 10% discount: https://blockworks.co/event/digital-asset-summit-2025-new-york - - 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://www.youtube.com/@ExpansionPod Subscribe on Apple: http://apple.co/4bGKYYM Subscribe on Spotify: http://spoti.fi/3Vaubq1 Get top market insights and the latest in crypto news. Subscribe to Blockworks Daily Newsletter: https://blockworks.co/newsletter/ -- Timestamps: (00:00) Introduction (02:55) Feeling Optimistic On Crypto (10:30) Supra Pre-Roll (10:56) Ledger Pre-Roll (11:14) Crypto's Momentum Shift (18:43) Scaling Ethereum DA (35:36) Supra Mid-Roll (36:20) Ledger Mid-Roll (36:55) Kaito's Token Launch & Centralized Companies Onchain (50:57) Bridging UX & Interop - - 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.

Fluent Fiction - Swedish: Weathering the Storm: Lars' Race Against Time in Snowy Stockholm Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/sv/episode/2025-02-15-23-34-01-sv Story Transcript:Sv: Det var en kall vintermorgon i Stockholm, och snön föll tungt över staden.En: It was a cold winter morning in Stockholm, and the snow was falling heavily over the city.Sv: Tunnelbanestationen vid T-Centralen var full av människor.En: The subway station at T-Centralen was full of people.Sv: Alla hade bråttom, alla frös.En: Everyone was in a hurry, everyone was freezing.Sv: Lars, en noggrann projektledare, stod vid spår 1.En: Lars, a meticulous project manager, was standing at track 1.Sv: Han drog upp kragen på sin kappa och spejade in mot tunneln.En: He pulled up the collar of his coat and peered into the tunnel.Sv: Han hade ett viktigt möte idag.En: He had an important meeting today.Sv: Ett möte som kunde lyfta hans karriär.En: A meeting that could elevate his career.Sv: Lars var stolt över att alltid vara i tid.En: Lars was proud of always being on time.Sv: Men idag var det problem.En: But today there was a problem.Sv: Tågen var försenade på grund av snön.En: The trains were delayed due to the snow.Sv: Han tog djupa andetag för att hålla sig lugn, men hans inre var fyllt av oro.En: He took deep breaths to keep himself calm, but inside he was filled with anxiety.Sv: Skulle han hinna till mötet?En: Would he make it to the meeting on time?Sv: Vid sin sida stod Sofia och Erik, hans kollegor.En: At his side stood Sofia and Erik, his colleagues.Sv: "Vi borde kanske ta en taxi istället?"En: "Maybe we should take a taxi instead?"Sv: föreslog Sofia.En: suggested Sofia.Sv: Erik nickade och såg på Lars med hoppfulla ögon.En: Erik nodded and looked at Lars with hopeful eyes.Sv: "Vi har inte råd att missa det här," sade han.En: "We can't afford to miss this," he said.Sv: Lars vägde alternativen.En: Lars weighed the options.Sv: Varje minut räknades.En: Every minute counted.Sv: Till slut bestämde sig Lars för att försöka med en taxi.En: In the end, Lars decided to try a taxi.Sv: De tre gick snabbt ut från stationen och viftade in en ledig bil.En: The three quickly left the station and waved down a free car.Sv: Stockholmstrafiken var, som vanligt, kaotisk.En: Stockholm's traffic was, as usual, chaotic.Sv: Dessutom hade snön gjort vägarna hala.En: Additionally, the snow had made the roads slippery.Sv: Taxin kröp fram längs gatorna, medan Lars nervöst kastade blickar på sin klocka.En: The taxi crawled along the streets, while Lars nervously glanced at his watch.Sv: Klockan tickade.En: The clock was ticking.Sv: Mötet skulle börja om tio minuter, och de satt fast i trafiken.En: The meeting would start in ten minutes, and they were stuck in traffic.Sv: Lars spände sig.En: Lars tensed.Sv: Skulle han komma försent?En: Would he be late?Sv: Men just då började taxin röra sig snabbare.En: But just then, the taxi started to move faster.Sv: Lars drog ett djupt andetag.En: Lars took a deep breath.Sv: De hade en chans.En: They had a chance.Sv: Med endast ett par minuter till godo rusade Lars in i mötesrummet.En: With only a couple of minutes to spare, Lars rushed into the meeting room.Sv: Han hade precis hunnit i tid.En: He had just made it in time.Sv: Svettdroppar rann nerför hans panna, men han visste att detta var hans chans att glänsa.En: Sweat was dripping down his forehead, but he knew this was his chance to shine.Sv: Han samlade sig och satte igång med presentationen.En: He composed himself and began the presentation.Sv: Sofia och Erik stod vid hans sida, och deras närvaro gav honom styrka.En: Sofia and Erik stood by his side, and their presence gave him strength.Sv: Efter mötet kände Lars hur en tung börda lyftes från hans axlar.En: After the meeting, Lars felt a heavy burden lifted from his shoulders.Sv: Han insåg att det inte alltid gick att kontrollera allt.En: He realized that not everything could be controlled.Sv: Snö, trafik, förseningar — livet var fyllt av överraskningar.En: Snow, traffic, delays — life was full of surprises.Sv: Han log svagt för sig själv.En: He smiled faintly to himself.Sv: Anpassningsförmåga var också en styrka, tänkte han.En: Adaptability was also a strength, he thought.Sv: Ibland var det nödvändigt att släppa taget och följa med strömmen.En: Sometimes it was necessary to let go and go with the flow.Sv: Lars hade klarat mötet.En: Lars had made it through the meeting.Sv: Han hade lärt sig något nytt.En: He had learned something new.Sv: Medan snöflingorna föll utanför satte han på sig sin kappa igen.En: While the snowflakes fell outside, he put on his coat again.Sv: Framtiden såg ljus ut, trots vintermörkret.En: The future looked bright, despite the winter darkness. Vocabulary Words:meticulous: noggrannelevate: lyftaanxiety: orocolleague: kollegaafford: ha rådweighed: vägdechaotic: kaotiskslippery: halanervously: nervöstglanced: kastade blickartensed: spände sigdripping: rannforehead: pannacomposed: samladeeventually: till slutchaos: kaospresence: närvarostrength: styrkaburden: bördaadaptability: anpassningsförmågasurprise: överraskningfaintly: svagtrealized: insågnecessary: nödvändigtspare: till godorushed: rusadeglancing: kastadehopefully: hoppfullaoptions: alternativensweat: svettdroppar

Jason Li is Co-Founder of Solayer Labs, (https://www.solayer.org), builder of Solayer, the hardware-accelerated blockchain, infinitely scaling the SVM to enable high-throughput, near-zero latency use cases. Jason returns this season to share the latest on this revolutionary innovation in blockchain, which enables a mind-blowing 100 Gbps throughput while maintaining an atomic state. He walks us through Solayer's vision of a world where billions of people can process USDC transactions, game in real-time, stream 8K videos, and trade at lightning speed—all within the Solayer blockchain ecosystem.

Blander man æbler og bananer, hvis man både vil stoppe den automatisk stigende pensionsalder og opruste forsvaret for et trecifret milliardbeløb? Det er SVM-regeringen tilsyneladende ikke helt enig med sig selv om, fortæller politisk reporter Malte Bruhn i dagens Ajour.Gæst: Malte Bruhn, politisk reporter på AltingetVært: Mathilde Brieghel, podcastredaktør på AltingetProducer: Clara Vestergaard Lausen, podcastproducer på Altinget Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Novo Nordisk landede over 100 mia. kr. efter skat i 2024, men usikkerheden hænger ved. Vestas lander pænt overskud efter svære år. Pandora sætter rekord men kæmper med høje sølvpriser. Ørsted skruer ned for investeringer. SVM lægger en plan for jobcentrene. Google fjerner mål om diversitet. Vært: Lasse Ladefoged (lala@borsen.dk)

Ja eller nej til krigsskat? Danmark har brug for milliarder af ekstra kroner til kampfly, ubåde og soldater, til NATO. Hvor skal milliarderne komme fra? Får danskerne en krigsskat? Bliver der skåret på børnehaver, skoler og plejehjem? Hvornår får familien Danmark en klar melding fra SVM-regeringen? Du kan blande dig i debatten ved at ringe ind fra 12:15-13:30 på 7021 1919 eller send en sms til 1212. Medvirkende: Christian Rabjerg Madsen, (S) politisk ordfører, Monika Rubin, (M) politisk ordfører, Pernille Vermund, (LA) erhvervsordfører, Mona Striib, formand fagforbundet FOA, Jan Schouby, chefredaktør Aarhus Stiftstidende og Niels TH Dahl, politisk analytiker Jyllands-Posten. Tilrettelægger: Mathias Pedersen, Jeppe Ørregaard. Vært: Gitte Hansen.

Show Notes:What brought you into into cryptoIntroduction of SOONThere were so many scaling solutions available. What was the thinking behind launching soon at this time? What's the mission and vision behind?The mindshare around SOON has been growing lately. What did you guys do? What was the focus?  How do you think about differentiation of SOON other than the scalability issues?Why did you go for a decoupled SVM design versus a forked one? What's the tradeoff?What was the tradeoffs in the Fraud-Proof Security?And you took a modular approach for the architecture?What have you prepared in terms of developer incentives and programs?Any exciting partnerships coming up?What's next?Twitter: @soon_svm / @justsayuluvjoWebsite: https://linktr.ee/soon_svm If you like this episode, you're welcome to tip with Ethereum / Solana / Bitcoin:如果喜欢本作品，欢迎打赏ETH/SOL/BTC：ETH: 0x83Fe9765a57C9bA36700b983Af33FD3c9920Ef20SOL: AaCeeEX5xBH6QchuRaUj3CEHED8vv5bUizxUpMsr1KytBTC: 3ACPRhHVbh3cu8zqtqSPpzNnNULbZwaNqG Important Disclaimer: All opinions expressed by Mable Jiang, or other podcast guests, are solely their opinion. This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be construed as investment advice. Mable Jiang may hold positions in some of the projects discussed on this show. 重要声明：Mable Jiang或嘉宾在播客中的观点仅代表他们的个人看法。此播客仅用于提供信息，不作为投资参考。Mable Jiang有时可能会在此节目中讨论的某项目中持有头寸。

Fluent Fiction - Swedish: From Cold Stockholm to Sunny Sydney: Elin's Bold Leap Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/sv/episode/2025-01-26-23-34-02-sv Story Transcript:Sv: Det var en kall vintermorgon i Stockholm när Elin, en ambitiös projektledare, stirrade ut genom fönstret från sitt kontor.En: It was a cold winter morning in Stockholm when Elin, an ambitious project manager, stared out the window from her office.Sv: Snön hade klätt gatorna som ett vitt täcke.En: The snow had dressed the streets like a white blanket.Sv: Trots den vackra utsikten kände hon en rastlöshet växa inom sig.En: Despite the beautiful view, she felt a restlessness growing inside her.Sv: Elin hade länge känt att hennes arbete blivit monotont.En: Elin had long felt that her work had become monotonous.Sv: Hon ville mer, något som kunde få henne att växa både personligt och professionellt.En: She wanted more, something that could make her grow both personally and professionally.Sv: Samma dag satt hon i ett möte med Johan och Karin, hennes kollegor.En: On the same day, she sat in a meeting with Johan and Karin, her colleagues.Sv: De diskuterade företagets kommande konferens i Sydney.En: They were discussing the company's upcoming conference in Sydney.Sv: "Det är en fantastisk chans att presentera något riktigt nytt," sa Johan med ett självsäkert leende.En: "It's a fantastic opportunity to present something really new," said Johan with a confident smile.Sv: Han hade redan en idé, och Karin var redo att stödja honom.En: He already had an idea, and Karin was ready to support him.Sv: Elin lyssnade uppmärksamt, men inombords brann en annan tanke.En: Elin listened attentively, but inside, another thought was burning.Sv: Hon hade en egen idé, ett projekt som kunde revolutionera deras arbetssätt.En: She had her own idea, a project that could revolutionize their way of working.Sv: Men skulle hon våga?En: But would she dare?Sv: Hon visste att Johan och Karin båda spelade sina egna spel i företagets politik.En: She knew that both Johan and Karin were playing their own games in the company's politics.Sv: Dagarna gick, och snart var det dags att resa till Sydney.En: Days passed, and soon it was time to travel to Sydney.Sv: Temperaturen var hög och staden levde upp för att fira Australia Day.En: The temperature was high, and the city lit up to celebrate Australia Day.Sv: Elin kände den varma solen mot huden och såg de livliga firandena vid hamnen.En: Elin felt the warm sun on her skin and saw the lively celebrations by the harbor.Sv: Där, mitt i Sydneys pulserande liv, bestämde hon sig.En: There, amidst Sydney's vibrant life, she made up her mind.Sv: På konferensens sista dag började presentationerna.En: On the last day of the conference, the presentations began.Sv: Salen var fylld av representanter från olika länder.En: The hall was filled with representatives from various countries.Sv: Johan gick upp först och presenterade sitt projekt.En: Johan went up first and presented his project.Sv: Publiken nickade artigt, men spänningen låg i luften.En: The audience nodded politely, but there was tension in the air.Sv: När det blev Elins tur kändes nervositeten som en knut i magen, men hon reste sig ändå.En: When it was Elin's turn, the nervousness felt like a knot in her stomach, but she stood up anyway.Sv: Med en darrig röst började hon prata om sin idé.En: With a trembling voice, she started talking about her idea.Sv: Hon beskrev hur deras arbete kunde förbättras och förenklas.En: She described how their work could be improved and simplified.Sv: Hon berättade om framtiden hon såg framför sig, där deras projekt banade väg för nya möjligheter.En: She talked about the future she envisioned, where their project paved the way for new opportunities.Sv: Det var tyst en stund efter att hon talat klart.En: There was silence for a moment after she finished speaking.Sv: Hjärtat dunkade i bröstet.En: Her heart was pounding in her chest.Sv: Men så, en fråga från en internationell partner.En: But then, a question from an international partner.Sv: Sedan en till.En: Then another.Sv: Intresset växte.En: Interest grew.Sv: Människor började nicka och diskutera sinsemellan.En: People began nodding and discussing among themselves.Sv: Långt efter att konferensen avslutats, stod Elin på terrassen och såg ut över den sommarvarma staden.En: Long after the conference had ended, Elin stood on the terrace and looked out over the summer-warm city.Sv: Hennes idéer hade blivit hörda och fått stöd.En: Her ideas had been heard and gained support.Sv: Hon insåg nu att hon hade förmågan att balansera sina drömmar med sina yrkesmässiga ansvar.En: She now realized that she had the ability to balance her dreams with her professional responsibilities.Sv: Denna resa hade förändrat hennes syn på livet, och framförallt, på sig själv.En: This journey had changed her perspective on life, and above all, on herself.Sv: Elin lärde sig att ibland måste man ta en risk för att bli hörd.En: Elin learned that sometimes you have to take a risk to be heard.Sv: Hon kände att hon äntligen brutit sig fri från rutinens bojor och inlett ett nytt kapitel, både i sitt liv och sin karriär.En: She felt she had finally broken free from the chains of routine and started a new chapter, both in her life and her career. Vocabulary Words:ambitious: ambitiösrestlessness: rastlöshetmonotonous: monotontcolleagues: kollegoropportunity: chansconfident: självsäkertattentively: uppmärksamtrevolutionize: revolutionerapolitics: politiktemperature: temperaturenharbor: hamnenvibrant: pulserandetrembling: darrigenvisioned: såg framför sigopportunities: möjlighetersilence: tystpounding: dunkadeinternational: internationellpartner: partnernodding: nickaterrace: terrassenperspective: synresponsibilities: ansvarbalance: balanserachains: bojorchapter: kapitelcareer: karriärsupport: stödrepresentatives: representantersimplified: förenklas

Fluent Fiction - Swedish: Uncovering Hidden Treasures: A Winter Adventure Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/sv/episode/2025-01-21-23-34-02-sv Story Transcript:Sv: Det var en kylig vinterdag, och snön föll mjukt utanför det stora övergivna lagret.En: It was a chilly winter day, and the snow fell softly outside the large abandoned warehouse.Sv: Lena och Erik klättrade över snöhögarna som hade samlats runt ingången.En: Lena and Erik climbed over the snowdrifts that had accumulated around the entrance.Sv: Dörrarna gnisslade när de öppnades, och en kall vind svepte genom den stora, dammiga hallen.En: The doors creaked as they opened, and a cold wind swept through the vast, dusty hall.Sv: Stället var enormt, med höga staplar av gamla möbler och glömda ägodelar.En: The place was enormous, with tall stacks of old furniture and forgotten belongings.Sv: Det luktade gammalt trä och förnimmelsen av förgångna tider hängde i luften.En: It smelled of old wood, and the sense of past times lingered in the air.Sv: Lena kastade en blick mot Erik och log tveksamt.En: Lena glanced at Erik and smiled hesitantly.Sv: "Det här kan vara spännande," sa hon.En: "This could be exciting," she said.Sv: Erik rynkade på näsan.En: Erik wrinkled his nose.Sv: "Jag är inte så säker.En: "I'm not so sure.Sv: Det ser mer ut som skräp än skatter."En: It looks more like junk than treasures."Sv: Lena ignorerade hans skepsis och ledde vägen in i lagret.En: Lena ignored his skepticism and led the way into the warehouse.Sv: Hon hade en målbild i huvudet, en erfarenhet från en tidning — en vacker, gammal stol som skulle passa perfekt in i hennes nya stuga.En: She had an image in her head, an experience from a magazine—a beautiful, old chair that would fit perfectly in her new cottage.Sv: De vandrade bland högar och pölar av skuggor, prövade att urskilja värdefulla föremål.En: They wandered among piles and pools of shadows, trying to discern valuable items.Sv: Många av sakerna var slitna och obrukbara.En: Many of the things were worn and unusable.Sv: Erik suckade och kastade blickar mot klockan.En: Erik sighed and glanced at the clock.Sv: Stormen närmade sig, och tiden var knapp.En: The storm was approaching, and time was running out.Sv: Till slut stannade Lena och stirrade på en hög täckt av dammiga presenningar.En: Finally, Lena stopped and stared at a pile covered with dusty tarps.Sv: Hon kände något inom sig, en visshet.En: She felt something inside her, a certainty.Sv: "Här," sa hon och började dra undan täckena.En: "Here," she said and began pulling away the covers.Sv: Där, till hennes stora förtjusning, låg stolen.En: There, to her great delight, lay the chair.Sv: Den var täckt av damm men i överraskande gott skick.En: It was covered in dust but in surprisingly good condition.Sv: Lena snuddade vid den, kände det svala, polerade träet under fingrarna.En: Lena touched it, feeling the cool, polished wood beneath her fingers.Sv: "Erik, jag visste det," ropade hon glatt.En: "Erik, I knew it," she exclaimed happily.Sv: Just då hördes en röst över lagerets interkom.En: Just then, a voice came over the warehouse intercom.Sv: "Vi stänger om fem minuter."En: "We close in five minutes."Sv: Lena och Erik delade en blick.En: Lena and Erik shared a look.Sv: Det var dags att agera snabbt.En: It was time to act quickly.Sv: Lena började förhandla med lagerets föreståndare.En: Lena began negotiating with the warehouse manager.Sv: Hon använda sin charm och sin passion för att införskaffa stolen till ett rimligt pris.En: She used her charm and her passion to acquire the chair at a reasonable price.Sv: Med stolen säkrad lastade de den försiktigt in i deras van.En: With the chair secured, they carefully loaded it into their van.Sv: Utan fördröjning började de färden hemåt genom den tilltagande snöfall.En: Without delay, they started the journey home through the increasing snowfall.Sv: Lena kände sig fylld av segerns värme.En: Lena felt filled with the warmth of victory.Sv: Hennes instinkt hade lett henne rätt.En: Her instinct had led her right.Sv: Under resan nickade Erik och sa, "Du hade rätt, Lena.En: During the journey, Erik nodded and said, "You were right, Lena.Sv: Det var värt det."En: It was worth it."Sv: Lena log mot sin bror, glad över hans oväntade uppvaknande.En: Lena smiled at her brother, pleased with his unexpected realization.Sv: De delade ett tyst samförstånd — hennes samling hade fått ett nytt tillskott, och hon hade fått Erik att förstå passionens värde.En: They shared a silent understanding—her collection had gained a new addition, and she had shown Erik the value of passion.Sv: När de körde vidare genom vinterlandskapet, vilade en känsla av seger mellan dem.En: As they drove onward through the winter landscape, a sense of triumph rested between them.Sv: Det gamla lagret, trots sin kyla och oreda, hade gömt en skatt som nu fann sitt nya hem.En: The old warehouse, despite its cold and chaos, had hidden a treasure that now found its new home. Vocabulary Words:chilly: kyligabandoned: övergivnasnowdrifts: snöhögarnacreaked: gnissladevast: storabelongings: ägodelarhesitantly: tveksamtskepticism: skepsisexperience: erfarenhetdiscern: urskiljausable: obrubaraapproaching: närmade sigcertainty: visshetdelight: förtjusningpolished: poleradecharm: charmreasonable: rimligtsecured: säkrarevan: vanincreasing: tilltagandetriumph: segerfurniture: möblerlingered: hängdeimage: målbildshadows: skuggorexclaimed: ropadeintercom: interkomnegotiating: förhandlapassion: passioninstinct: instinkt

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Fluent Fiction - Swedish: Under Northern Lights: Erik's Journey to Reclaim His Roots Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/sv/episode/2025-01-09-08-38-19-sv Story Transcript:Sv: Norrskenet dansade över den tysta byn.En: The norrskenet danced over the silent village.Sv: Snön föll mjukt, täckte taken och träden med ett vitt täcke.En: The snow fell softly, covering the roofs and trees with a white blanket.Sv: I denna samiska by i norra Sverige, där renarna vandrade genom skog och över fjäll, var vintern både gammal och ny.En: In this Sami village in northern Sverige, where the reindeer wandered through forest and over mountains, winter was both old and new.Sv: Det var här Erik bodde.En: It was here that Erik lived.Sv: Erik var en ung samisk renägare.En: Erik was a young Sami reindeer owner.Sv: Han älskade sin tradition, men inom honom brann en nyfikenhet.En: He loved his tradition, but within him burned a curiosity.Sv: Han ville se världen utanför, men visste att hans folk och hans familj behövde honom här.En: He wanted to see the world outside, but knew that his people and his family needed him here.Sv: Vid elden berättade Sofia, Eriks syster, nyheter om en mystisk försvinnande.En: By the fire, Sofia, Erik's sister, shared news about a mysterious disappearance.Sv: "Renarna är borta," sa hon, hennes röst allvarlig.En: "The reindeer are gone," she said, her voice serious.Sv: Lena, en besökare från söder, studerade samernas kultur.En: Lena, a visitor from the south, was studying the Sami culture.Sv: Hon var intresserad av allt.En: She was interested in everything.Sv: "Vi kanske kan hitta dem," föreslog hon försiktigt.En: "Maybe we can find them," she suggested cautiously.Sv: Erik visste att Sofia skulle varna dem.En: Erik knew that Sofia would warn them.Sv: Stormen var på väg.En: A storm was coming.Sv: Vädret var farligt.En: The weather was dangerous.Sv: Men hans hjärta drevs av plikten att återfinna renarna.En: But his heart was driven by the duty to find the reindeer.Sv: De tre begav sig ut redan nästa dag.En: The three set out already the next day.Sv: Snön låg djup.En: The snow lay deep.Sv: Kylan bet i kinderna.En: The cold bit at their cheeks.Sv: Sofia hade rätt.En: Sofia was right.Sv: Men Erik kände att han måste fortsätta.En: But Erik felt that he must continue.Sv: Lena följde troget efter honom.En: Lena followed faithfully behind him.Sv: De vandrade länge genom skogen.En: They walked for a long time through the forest.Sv: Träden viskade hemligheter i vinden.En: The trees whispered secrets in the wind.Sv: Plötsligt stannade Erik upp.En: Suddenly Erik stopped.Sv: Där, bland snön, fann de spår.En: There, among the snow, they found tracks.Sv: Spåren ledde längre in i vildmarken.En: The tracks led further into the wilderness.Sv: De följde dem i tystnad tills vinden började tjuta omkring dem.En: They followed them in silence until the wind began to howl around them.Sv: Stormen var här.En: The storm was here.Sv: Erik och Lena kämpade sig fram genom snödrivorna tills de kom till en öppen plats.En: Erik and Lena struggled through the snowdrifts until they came to an open place.Sv: Där såg de det otroliga.En: There, they saw the incredible.Sv: Poängarna höll renarna.En: The poachers held the reindeer.Sv: Männens skuggor kastades långa och mörka mot den vita marken.En: The men's shadows were cast long and dark against the white ground.Sv: Lena spände ögonen i Erik.En: Lena fixed her eyes on Erik.Sv: Det var dags att agera.En: It was time to act.Sv: I snöstormens tjut och snöblåst konfronterade de männen.En: In the roar of the snowstorm, they confronted the men.Sv: "Det här är vårt land, våra renar!"En: "This is our land, our reindeer!"Sv: ropade Erik med all kraft han hade.En: shouted Erik with all the strength he had.Sv: Lena stod vid hans sida, ögon fyllda av beslutsamhet.En: Lena stood by his side, eyes filled with determination.Sv: Männen tvekade.En: The men hesitated.Sv: Stormen vrålade, och snön förvandlade världen till ett kaos.En: The storm roared, and the snow turned the world into chaos.Sv: Med val av deras samvets tunga steg drog sig poängerna tillbaka.En: With the weight of their conscience, the poachers retreated.Sv: Erik och Lena svarade med att föra renarna tillbaka mot byn.En: Erik and Lena responded by leading the reindeer back toward the village.Sv: När de kom tillbaka, mottogs de med jubel.En: When they returned, they were greeted with cheers.Sv: Erik kände en lugn sprida sig i hans bröst.En: Erik felt a calm spread in his chest.Sv: Han hade hittat renarna, han hade hjälpt sin by.En: He had found the reindeer, he had helped his village.Sv: Men han visste nu också att hans arv var en styrka, ingen kedja.En: But he also now knew that his heritage was a strength, not a chain.Sv: Sofia log, hennes stolthet lyste klarare än norrskenet.En: Sofia smiled, her pride shone brighter than the norrskenet.Sv: Lena kramade Erik och tackade honom.En: Lena hugged Erik and thanked him.Sv: De hade gjort det omöjliga.En: They had done the impossible.Sv: Erik förstod nu att han kunde vara en del av världen och samtidigt vörda sina rötter.En: Erik now understood that he could be a part of the world while still honoring his roots.Sv: Med ett nytt hopp om framtiden, såg han ut över de snöiga vidderna.En: With a new hope for the future, he looked out over the snowy expanses.Sv: Under den stora, klara himlen hade han funnit sin plats.En: Under the great, clear sky, he had found his place. Vocabulary Words:norrskenet: aurorasilent: tystablanket: täckewandered: vandradereindeer: renarcuriosity: nyfikenhetdisappearance: försvinnandecautiously: försiktigtstorm: stormenbit: betcheeks: kindernawhispered: viskadetracks: spårwilderness: vildmarkenhowl: tjutasnowdrifts: snödrivornaincredible: otroligapoachers: poängarnashadows: skuggorchaos: kaosconscience: samvetsretreated: drog sig tillbakagreeted: mottogscheers: jubelheritage: arvpride: stolthetstrength: styrkadetermination: beslutsamhetroots: rötterexpanses: vidderna

For today's special episode, we were joined by Haseeb of Dragonfly to discuss his 2025 predictions in-depth. The intersection of artificial intelligence and DeFi is no longer a distant future—it's happening now. As AI tools become more sophisticated, they're fundamentally changing how developers approach smart contracts, how projects structure token launches, and how we think about the future of blockchain execution environments. While AI-powered development tools are making smart contract creation more accessible than ever—potentially cementing EVM's market dominance—emerging alternatives like Move and SVM are gaining traction. This raises compelling questions: Will AI-assisted development favor established platforms, or will it level the playing field for newer protocols? We also discussed how token distribution models are evolving in parallel with these technological shifts. We're witnessing a transition from simple points-based airdrops to sophisticated, KPI-driven incentives that leverage onchain data for more transparent and equitable distribution. This evolution reflects a broader trend toward data-driven tokenomics and more nuanced approaches to further onchain price discovery. But these advancements come with their own set of challenges. As AI tools become more integral to DeFi development, we're seeing signs of a growing technological divide between early adopters and those slower to adapt. There's also the question of AI fatigue—a phenomenon familiar from previous tech cycles. How will these dynamics influence the DeFi ecosystem's development? In this piece, we'll explore these intersecting trends and their implications for builders, users, and the broader DeFi landscape. From the changing nature of smart contract development to the future of token distribution, we'll examine how AI is reshaping the foundations of decentralized finance—and what it means for what comes next. Join The Rollup Edge: https://members.therollup.co Website: https://therollup.co/ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1P6ZeYd.. Podcast: https://therollup.co/category/podcast Follow us on X: https://www.x.com/therollupco Follow Rob on X: https://www.x.com/robbie_rollup Follow Andy on X: https://www.x.com/ayyyeandy Join our TG group: https://t.me/+8ARkR_YZixE5YjBh The Rollup Disclosures: https://therollup.co/the-rollup-discl

Fluent Fiction - Swedish: Love & Art at Midvinterblot: A Tale of Connection and Craft Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/sv/episode/2024-12-30-23-34-01-sv Story Transcript:Sv: Mitt i den medeltida staden under Midvinterblot vimlade marknaden av folk, en plats fylld av liv och tradition.En: In the middle of the medieval town during Midvinterblot, the market teemed with people, a place full of life and tradition.Sv: Snön låg som ett vitt täcke över kullerstensgatorna, och luften smakade av glögg och nyrostade nötter.En: The snow lay as a white blanket over the cobblestone streets, and the air tasted of mulled wine and freshly roasted nuts.Sv: Mitt i detta myller av ljud och färger stod Elof bakom sitt lilla stall.En: Amid this bustle of sound and color, Elof stood behind his small stall.Sv: Han var en skicklig hantverkare vars träsniderier drog flertalet nyfikna blickar.En: He was a skilled craftsman whose wood carvings attracted many curious glances.Sv: Elof var blyg men observant.En: Elof was shy but observant.Sv: Han drömde om att träffa någon som kunde förstå och uppskatta hans konst.En: He dreamed of meeting someone who could understand and appreciate his art.Sv: Hans stall var fyllt av små detaljerade figurer och dekorationer, alla utförda med stor precision.En: His stall was filled with small detailed figures and decorations, all executed with great precision.Sv: Många tittade, men få förstod verkligen djupet bakom hans arbete.En: Many looked, but few truly understood the depth behind his work.Sv: Samtidigt smög Astrid omkring bland stånden.En: At the same time, Astrid was sneaking around the stalls.Sv: Hon var en nyfiken örtmedicinare, alltid på jakt efter ovanliga örter och ingredienser.En: She was a curious herbalist, always on the lookout for unusual herbs and ingredients.Sv: Hennes ögon glittrade av äventyrslust, men hon längtade också efter någon som kunde dela och uppmuntra denna del av henne.En: Her eyes glistened with a thirst for adventure, but she also longed for someone who could share and encourage this part of her.Sv: När Astrid nådde Elofs stall, stannade hon till.En: When Astrid reached Elof's stall, she stopped.Sv: Bland alla figurer såg hon en liten träsnidade ört med detaljer som påminde om hennes favoriter från skogen.En: Among all the figures, she saw a small wood-carved herb with details reminiscent of her favorites from the forest.Sv: Något med föremålet fångade hennes uppmärksamhet, och Elof märkte det.En: Something about the object caught her attention, and Elof noticed it.Sv: Elof kände sitt hjärta slå snabbare, men skyggen hindrade honom.En: Elof felt his heart beat faster, but his shyness held him back.Sv: Han ville erbjuda Astrid träverket som en gåva, men var rädd att det skulle verka banalt.En: He wanted to offer Astrid the woodwork as a gift, but he was afraid it would seem trivial.Sv: Ändå samlade han mod och räckte över det lilla konstverket till henne.En: Nonetheless, he gathered his courage and handed over the little artwork to her.Sv: "Detta påminner mig om dina örter," viskade han nästan.En: "This reminds me of your herbs," he whispered almost.Sv: Astrid blev förvånad men glad.En: Astrid was surprised but pleased.Sv: Hon kände en uppriktig värme bakom hans gester.En: She felt a sincere warmth behind his gestures.Sv: Hon stannade vid hans stall, nyfiken och ivrig att veta mer om hans konst.En: She stayed by his stall, curious and eager to know more about his art.Sv: Plötsligt svepte en oväntad snöstorm in över marknaden.En: Suddenly, an unexpected snowstorm swept over the market.Sv: Folk skyndade sig att ta skydd och Elof bjöd Astrid att skydda sig under hans stånds tält.En: People hurried to take cover, and Elof invited Astrid to shelter under his stall's tent.Sv: Tillsammans stod de där, borta från marknadens kaos.En: Together they stood there, away from the market's chaos.Sv: Snöstormen gav dem en chans att prata.En: The snowstorm gave them a chance to talk.Sv: De upptäckte att de delade liknande värderingar och båda uppskattade naturens under.En: They discovered they shared similar values and both appreciated the wonders of nature.Sv: Elof berättade om sitt hantverk, hur varje snitt hade en historia.En: Elof told about his craft, how every cut had a story.Sv: Astrid delade sina äventyr i skogen och sin kärlek till örternas magi.En: Astrid shared her adventures in the forest and her love for the magic of herbs.Sv: När stormen till sist avtog och marknaden återupptog sitt sorl, visste både Elof och Astrid att de ville träffas igen.En: When the storm finally subsided and the market resumed its buzz, both Elof and Astrid knew they wanted to meet again.Sv: Elof var inte längre lika blyg; han hade funnit någon som såg honom för den han var.En: Elof was no longer as shy; he had found someone who saw him for who he was.Sv: Astrid kände sig lugn, överraskad av att en stilla stund kunde bjuda på så mycket.En: Astrid felt calm, surprised that a quiet moment could offer so much.Sv: De lovade att mötas för att dela fler berättelser och utforska varandras världar.En: They promised to meet to share more stories and explore each other's worlds.Sv: Midvinterblotets festival hade inte bara fört dem samman utan också gett dem något extra, en början på en vänskap, kanske mer.En: The Midvinterblot festival had not only brought them together but also given them something extra, the beginning of a friendship, perhaps more.Sv: Sedan den dagen blev Elof mer självsäker i sitt uttryck, och Astrid fann ett nytt sätt att uppskatta världen — genom lugnet och djupet av uppriktiga möten.En: Since that day, Elof became more confident in his expression, and Astrid found a new way to appreciate the world — through the calm and depth of sincere encounters. 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In this week's roundup, Jason and Santi dive into weird lack of euphoria on crypto twitter despite Bitcoin hitting $98K and analyze why the market dynamics feel different this cycle. They explore Trump's recent pro-crypto moves, including meetings with Coinbase's CEO, suggesting a shift in US crypto policy. They also break down the emerging AI agents narrative, debate the significance of MicroStrategy's latest Bitcoin purchases, and explain why stable coin adoption is severely underestimated. Thanks for tuning in! Chat with us in our new telegram: https://t.co/uvyS3SSdUn - - 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 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/ - - Explore the SKALE Ecosystem at skale.space/ecosystem and stay up to date with the gas-free blockchain on X at @skalenetwork - - 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 - - Ledger, the world leader in digital asset security, proudly sponsors Empire podcast. Celebrating 10 years of protecting over 20% of the world's crypto, Ledger ensures the security of your assets. For the best self-custody solution in the space, buy a LEDGER™ device and secure your crypto today. Buy now at https://shop.ledger.com/?r=1da180a5de00 - - Toku simplifies every part of global token compensation — everything from paying full time employees in stablecoins, issuing token grants to your team and investors, all in 100 countries on one platform. Talk to Toku today at: https://www.toku.com/ - - Cronos zkEVM has launched its Pioneer Program,offering early users loyalty points for engaging with Cronos zkEVM & its dapps. Join the first quest by depositing CRO in the Cronos zkEVM bridge to receive zkCRO & loyalty points at mainnet launch, as well as a chance to win a part of a $30,000 zkCRO giveaway by depositing in the bridge. Visit https://zkevm.cronos.org/bridge for more info - - Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction 03:04 Euphoria or Destiny? 10:39 Building vs Trading 13:13 Portfolio for this Bull Market 18:37 Alt Season Dynamics 22:15 Fund Performance 30:48 Skale Ad 31:25 Cronos 32:23 Toku Ad 33:14 Magic Eden Ad 33:58 Ledger Ad 34:43 Stablecoin Legislation 44:02 Market Volume 48:28 MicroStrategy Trade - - 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.

In this episode, Santi and Jason discuss the launch of Inversion Capital, the recent multichain expansion of BlackRock's BUIDL, and Coinbase's flurry of memecoin listings. They also dove into the recent ETF flows, and Ethereum 3.0. Finally, they closed out the episode with their thoughts on a Bitcoin strategic reserve, Blur's fee switch proposal, and the phases of a crypto bull market Resources Ben Horowitz Clip: https://x.com/solana/status/1856523333090820378 RWA Dashboard: https://app.rwa.xyz/treasuries Pickle Crypto on Coinbase Listings: https://x.com/Pickle_cRypto/status/1856777061668622718 Coinbase Wallet Implements Free US Bank Accounts: https://x.com/zcabrams/status/1856731679651758144 Eric Balchunas on ETFs: https://x.com/EricBalchunas/status/1856081711706030300 BIP-1 - Blur Fee Switch & veBLUR: https://gov.blur.foundation/t/blur-improvement-proposal-1-bip-1-blur-fee-switch-veblur-tokenomics/1040 - - 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 Inversion Capital: https://x.com/inversion_cap 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/mv4frfv7ww 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/ Join the Empire Telegram group: https://t.me/+CaCYvTOB4Eg1OWJh - - Explore the SKALE Ecosystem at skale.space/ecosystem and stay up to date with the gas-free blockchain on X at @skalenetwork — Cronos zkEVM has launched its Pioneer Program,offering early users loyalty points for engaging with Cronos zkEVM & its dapps. Join the first quest by depositing CRO in the Cronos zkEVM bridge to receive zkCRO & loyalty points at mainnet launch, as well as a chance to win a part of a $30,000 zkCRO giveaway by depositing in the bridge. Visit https://zkevm.cronos.org/bridge for more info -- Toku simplifies every part of global token compensation — everything from paying full time employees in stablecoins, issuing token grants to your team and investors, all in 100 countries on one platform. Talk to Toku today at: https://www.toku.com/ - - 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 - - Ledger, the world leader in digital asset security, proudly sponsors Empire podcast. Celebrating 10 years of protecting over 20% of the world's crypto, Ledger ensures the security of your assets. For the best self-custody solution in the space, buy a LEDGER™ device and secure your crypto today. Buy now at Ledger.com - - Timestamps: (00:00) Introduction (03:51) Inversion Capital (10:31) Crypto's Big Week (22:54) BlackRock's BUIDL Goes Multichain (28:27) Coinbase Memecoin Listings & Bank Accounts (33:09) Skale Ad (33:47) Ledger Ad (34:28) Supra Ad (35:24) Toku Ad (36:35) Cronos Ad (37:33) What Do You Do If You're Sidelined? (48:14) Crypto ETF Inflows & Ethereum 3.0 (1:02:31) Merger & Acquisition Activity in Crypto (1:09:29) Blur Fee Switch Proposal (1:18:25) Bull Market Phases - - 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 guest

Chat with us in our new telegram: https://t.co/uvyS3SSdUn In this episode, Jason and Santi unpack the implications of Trump's victory for the crypto industry. From Bitcoin's immediate price surge to the potential for a US Bitcoin reserve, they discuss how the regulatory landscape could dramatically shift in crypto's favor. They also unpack why prediction markets like Polymarket emerged as crucial information sources during the election, the return of major crypto conferences to the US, and share why they believe we're still early in crypto's journey. Thanks for tuning in! - - 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 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/ - - Explore the SKALE Ecosystem at skale.space/ecosystem and stay up to date with the gas-free blockchain on X at @skalenetwork - - 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 - - Ledger, the world leader in digital asset security, proudly sponsors Empire podcast. Celebrating 10 years of protecting over 20% of the world's crypto, Ledger ensures the security of your assets. For the best self-custody solution in the space, buy a LEDGER™ device and secure your crypto today. Buy now at https://shop.ledger.com/?r=1da180a5de00 - - Toku simplifies every part of global token compensation — everything from paying full time employees in stablecoins, issuing token grants to your team and investors, all in 100 countries on one platform. Talk to Toku today at: https://www.toku.com/ - - Cronos zkEVM has launched its Pioneer Program,offering early users loyalty points for engaging with Cronos zkEVM & its dapps. Join the first quest by depositing CRO in the Cronos zkEVM bridge to receive zkCRO & loyalty points at mainnet launch, as well as a chance to win a part of a $30,000 zkCRO giveaway by depositing in the bridge. Visit https://zkevm.cronos.org/bridge for more info - - Timestamps: (00:00) Introduction (02:43) What Does the Election Mean? (15:37) Impact of Prediction Markets (22:20) Portfolio Construction (29:35) Skale Ad (30:14) Cronos Ad (31:12) Toku Ad (32:03) Supra Ad (32:59) Ledger Ad (33:42) Cycle Timing (43:22) Crypto's IPO (47:27) Why We're Bullish - - 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.

In today's episode we unpack why Kraken is building a Layer 2, Ink. Andrew and Hilmar, dive into why companies are rushing to launch their own chains. We unpack the technical decisions behind launching an L2, and debate who actually needs their own chain, and explore predictions that hundreds of new L2s will launch in the coming months. The conversation really explores if crypto and financial products might depend on custom chain infrastructure. Thanks for tuning in! - - 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 Andrew: https://x.com/ak47ink Follow Hilmar: https://x.com/hilmarxo 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/mv4frfv7ww 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/ - - Explore the SKALE Ecosystem at skale.space/ecosystem and stay up to date with the gas-free blockchain on X at @skalenetwork - - The self-custody wallet that's built for swapping. Created for a multi-chain world by the most trusted team in DeFi. Available on Chrome, iOS, and Android. https://blckwrks.co/UniswapWallet - - 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 - - $cmETH, a Mantle native liquid restaking token, will launch together with Season 2: Methamorphosis, allowing users to easily participate in restaking, and earn $COOK rewards in addition to other yields. $COOK, the governance token of mETH Protocol, will allow holders to play a pivotal role in directing the strategic future of mETH Protocol. Learn more: https://x.com/mETHProtocol - - Ledger, the world leader in digital asset security, proudly sponsors Empire podcast. Celebrating 10 years of protecting over 20% of the world's crypto, Ledger ensures the security of your assets. For the best self-custody solution in the space, buy a LEDGER™ device and secure your crypto today. Buy now at Ledger.com - - Timestamps: 00:00 intro 04:04 Why an L2? 16:37 Launching an L2 20:50 Why Optimism? 31:00 Value of Service Providers 39:05 Skale Ad 39:45 Supra Ad 40:41 Mantle Ad 41:32 Uniswao Ad 42:04 Ledger Ad 42:47 Building the App Layer 49:34 Who Needs an L2? 59:35 Bitcoin Renaissance? 01:05:07 5 Year Onchain Outlook - - 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.

In this episode, we dive deep into why memecoins have become undeniable for both retail and institutional investors. We explore key trading insights from Soros and Druckenmiller that apply to today's crypto market, then examine Kraken's L2 launch and what it means for exchanges. The conversation concludes with Stripe's $1.1B Bridge acquisition and why stablecoins are becoming the "superconductors" of financial services. Thanks for listening! - - 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 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/ - - Explore the SKALE Ecosystem at skale.space/ecosystem and stay up to date with the gas-free blockchain on X at @skalenetwork - - 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 - - Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction 02:17 NFT Acquisition 10:12 GOAT: New Meta? 28:50 Buy Now, Analyze Later 36:00 Skale Ad 36:39 Supra Ad 37:37 Kraken L2 Launch 43:55 Is Ethereum Hated? 50:32 Token Launches & FDVs 54:48 Stripe Acquires Bridge - - 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.

In this episode, Antonio, founder of dYdX, opens up about his deeply personal journey of stepping down as CEO and ultimately returning to the company. He shares raw insights about founder identity, the emotional toll of building a successful company, and the profound realizations that came from completely disconnecting from his creation. The conversation explores the unique challenges founders face with connection, leadership, and authenticity, while offering a candid look at how Antonio plans to run dYdX differently after his return. Found out what it's actually like being a founder in crypto. Thanks for tuning in! - - 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 Antonio: https://x.com/antoniomjuliano 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/mv4frfv7ww 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/ - - Explore the SKALE Ecosystem at skale.space/ecosystem and stay up to date with the gas-free blockchain on X at @skalenetwork - - The self-custody wallet that's built for swapping. Created for a multi-chain world by the most trusted team in DeFi. Available on Chrome, iOS, and Android. https://blckwrks.co/UniswapWallet - - 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 - - $cmETH, a Mantle native liquid restaking token, will launch together with Season 2: Methamorphosis, allowing users to easily participate in restaking, and earn $COOK rewards in addition to other yields. $COOK, the governance token of mETH Protocol, will allow holders to play a pivotal role in directing the strategic future of mETH Protocol. Learn more: https://x.com/mETHProtocol - - Timestamps: (00:00) Intro (02:13) Stepping Down from CEO (17:09) Returning to Building (32:57) Skale Ad (33:36) Supra Ad (34:32) Uniswap ad (35:04) Mantle Ad (35:57) Founders Lessons Learned (39:30) Advice for Founders (47:30) Founders Setting Goals (59:38) Social Strains of Foundership - - 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.

Welcome to The Chopping Block – where crypto insiders Haseeb Qureshi, Tom Schmidt, Tarun Chitra, and Robert Leshner chop it up about the latest in crypto. This week, the squad is joined by special guest Mert Mumtaz, co-founder of Helius. In this episode, the crew dives into the growing rivalry between SVM and EVM, the surge of VC investments in the Solana ecosystem, and the fierce debate over rollups. They also explore the rise and fall of memecoins, Solana's infrastructure evolution, and the future for high-performance blockchains. Tune in for a high-energy discussion on the cutting edge of crypto! Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Overcast, Podcast Addict, Pocket Casts, Pandora, Castbox, Google Podcasts, TuneIn, Amazon Music, or on your favorite podcast platform. Show highlights