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(0:00) Introducing Vlad Tenev (0:51) Jason tells his story of investing in Robinhood (3:17) Tokenizing securities, offering tokenized shares in OpenAI and SpaceX, controversy (7:29) Operating under Trump vs Biden, why offering tokenized securities for private companies could be revolutionary (17:01) Criticisms around expanding access to sophisticated financial products (19:34) Current landscape of financial companies, Robinhood's future, competing with incumbents (23:28) Harmonic and building mathematical superintelligence Thanks to our partners for making this happen! Solana: https://solana.com/ OKX: https://www.okx.com/ Google Cloud: https://cloud.google.com/ IREN: https://iren.com/ Oracle: https://www.oracle.com/ Circle: https://www.circle.com/ BVNK: https://www.bvnk.com/ Follow Vlad: https://x.com/vladtenev Follow the besties: https://x.com/chamath https://x.com/Jason https://x.com/DavidSacks https://x.com/friedberg Follow on X: https://x.com/theallinpod Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theallinpod Follow on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theallinpod Follow on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/allinpod Intro Music Credit: https://rb.gy/tppkzl https://x.com/yung_spielburg Intro Video Credit: https://x.com/TheZachEffect
Stablecoins are no longer just a buzzword—they're transforming the way the world moves money. In this episode of The Defiant Podcast, we sit down with Reeve Collins, co-founder of Tether, co-founder of WeFi, and chairman at STBL, to explore the groundbreaking evolution of stablecoins.From their early days as a simple payment solution to their role in reshaping global finance, Reeve shares insider insights on how stablecoins are building trust, driving financial inclusion, and securing the future of money.We'll dive into:✅ The origins of stablecoins and their $246 billion impact✅ How stablecoins are revolutionizing cross-border payments and DeFi✅ The rise of Stablecoins 2.0 and what it means for users✅ Why major players like Visa and JPMorgan are entering the spaceChapters:00:00 - Introduction: Stablecoins and their impact00:51 - Meet Reeve Collins: A Web3 trailblazer01:34 - The origin of stablecoins: Tokenizing the US dollar02:58 - Stablecoins today: A $246 billion industry05:17 - The rise of Stablecoins 2.007:45 - Yield-bearing stablecoins: User benefits explained10:01 - Tokenized assets in 401(k)s and traditional finance12:28 - Major players entering the stablecoin space14:04 - How stablecoins are transforming banking17:10 - Blockchain's promise: Removing the middleman19:06 - Financial inclusion through decentralized banking22:55 - Mobile-first, wallet-native financial solutions25:27 - Building trust in underserved communities28:16 - Stablecoins 2.0: Transparency and compliance38:13 - Mass adoption: Public companies and crypto treasuries40:27 - Closing thoughts: The future of blockchain
Anthropic has agreed to pay $1.5 billion dollars to authors of books that might have trained their AI. Would my book qualify for some of that money? Also, why this is interesting in general. OpenAI is making a movie. Tokenizing the stock market. Three interesting raises, and at the end of the show, let me tell you about my weekend experiment with AI. Links: Anthropic Reaches $1.5 Billion Author Copyright Settlement (Bloomberg) OpenAI Backs AI-Made Animated Feature Film (WSJ) Nasdaq makes push to launch trading of tokenized securities (Reuters) Mistral Set for $14 Billion Valuation With New Funding Round (Bloomberg) Databricks Crosses $4 Billion in Annual Revenue Rate (WSJ) ElevenLabs to Let Staff Sell Shares at $6.6 Billion Valuation (Bloomberg) AI Generated 'Boring History' Videos Are Flooding YouTube and Drowning Out Real History (404Media) My AI Experiment: The History of Amazon My AI Expeirment: The History of Google Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Alex Thorn talks with Superstate founder and CEO Robert Leshner about tokenizing Galaxy's Class A Common Stock on Solana. Alex and Robert also discuss the archaic tech stack of traditional capital markets, how blockchains can simplify and improve capital flows, and what the future of tokenization will look like. Alex also talks with Beimnet Abebe (Galaxy Trading) about markets, positioning, and catalysts. This episode was recorded on Wednesday, September 3, 2025. ++ Follow us on Twitter, @glxyresearch, and read our research at www.galaxy.com/research/ to learn more! This podcast, and the information contained herein, has been provided to you by Galaxy Digital Holdings LP and its affiliates (“Galaxy Digital”) solely for informational purposes. View the full disclaimer at www.galaxy.com/disclaimer-galaxy-brains-podcast/
In this episode of the Know Your Sh*t podcast, Josh Cadillac is joined by Tyler Vinson, a pioneer in real estate tokenization and liquidity solutions. Tyler shares how blockchain technology is transforming the syndication model by lowering barriers to entry, creating fractional ownership, and making real estate accessible to a broader range of investors. Together, they dive into the power of tokenization, the parallels with crypto, and how digital ownership is reshaping the market. Tyler also opens up about resilience, dealing with unmet expectations, and finding balance between ambition and personal fulfillment.Check out tyler Vinson and Carmen Williams!https://www.linkedin.com/in/realestateinvestmenthttps://www.linkedin.com/in/carmenlwilliams/
The music industry has always been tough on independent artists. You spend hours in the studio, pouring your energy and creativity into your songs, only to find that the money side of things feels like an endless maze. Streaming platforms pay very little, royalty checks take months—or even years—to arrive, and by the time everyone in the chain has taken their cut, there's often barely anything left for you. http://www.makingascene.org
In this second episode of Kiln L1 Ecosystems Rendez-Vous, we sit down with Don Wilson, the founder and CEO of DRW. DRW is a diversified trading firm with over 2,000 employees across major financial hubs with proven expertise innovating across both traditional and cutting-edge markets. Listen as Don shares his unique insights on:
In this episode of the Decrypting Crypto podcast, hosts Matt Howells-Barby and Austin Knight delve into the transformative world of tokenizing real-world assets. Discover how tokenized stocks and bonds are reshaping traditional finance, offering unprecedented access and flexibility. From the rise of tokenized US treasuries to the potential of pre-IPO tokenization, explore the future of finance where equities become programmable assets. Tune in to understand the implications of this financial revolution and what it means for investors worldwide.
In this episode, Nicolas Cary, Co-Founder of Blockchain.com, is joined by Lesley Chavkin, Global Head of Public Policy at Paxos, for a deep dive into PAX Gold (PAXG) - a regulated, asset-backed token representing one fine troy ounce of gold. They explore how PAXG fits into Paxos' broader tokenization strategy, what sets it apart from traditional gold exposure, and how it's being used by traders, institutions, and regulators alike.From real-world utility to the future of tokenized commodities, this is your all-access look at how blockchain is modernizing gold.
Forget “summer slowdown” — DC is on uppers! Web3 mixers, AI hype, and crypto market “clarity” are all popping off while PayPal opens a shiny new crypto window. Meanwhile, the Clarity Act creeps through Congress, government wallets are moving big bags, and suddenly Visa and Mastercard look like boomers at the blockchain beach party.Toner and Lara pull back the curtain on the tokenization takeover: AI agents swiping your cards for you, Uncle Sam angling to corner crypto reserves, and a full-on global arms race for who controls the digital vault. August isn't sleepy — it's a financial fever dream hurtling toward economic regime change.
SEC Commissioner Hester Peirce and Crypto Task Force Chief Counsel Mike Selig return to the podcast to share updates from the SEC's Crypto Task Force — plus their thoughts on tokenized securities, market structure legislation, exemptive relief, and the role of decentralization in regulatory design.Timestamps: ➡️ 00:00 — Intro➡️ 00:46 — Sponsor: Day One Law➡️ 01:09 — Tokenizing securities: what facts and circumstances matter➡️ 02:51 — What exemptive relief could look like➡️ 04:51 — Timeline for SEC action on tokenization➡️ 05:14 — Key regulatory risks in tokenized markets➡️ 07:44 — Could ZKPs enable on-chain compliance?➡️ 09:55 — Will smart contract auditors exist at the SEC?➡️ 10:38 — How decentralization fits into new frameworks➡️ 15:27 — Best practices for speaking with the SEC➡️ 17:38 — Pathways for offshore projects to re-engage in the U.S.➡️ 18:45 — Passport regime vs. U.S.-specific compliance➡️ 20:45 — What Crypto Task Force meetings actually look like➡️ 22:09 — How the SEC views DePIN models and incentives➡️ 23:40 — Could yield-bearing stablecoins become regulated products?➡️ 24:54 — SEC–CFTC joint rulemaking: what's next& more.Sponsor: This episode is brought to you by Day One Law — a boutique law firm helping crypto startups navigate complex legal challenges.Resources:
All-time highs hit during Crypto Week in DC! Coincidence? Apple's App Store lets Bitcoin sneak in the back door (again). And truth itself? The truth is now fractionalized and minted! This week we ride the regulatory rocket past the Genius Act, through the Clarity Act, and land on the Anti-CBDC bill — all conveniently timed just before Congress ghosts us in August (and the Alien news stories hit) This isn't financial advice y'all, this the remix!
The Twenty Minute VC: Venture Capital | Startup Funding | The Pitch
Vlad Tenev is the Founder and CEO of Robinhood, the greatest story on Wall St of the last decade. In the previous 18 months, Robinhood has increased its net revenue by 58% to nearly $3B; a $500M loss in 2023 turned into a $1.1B profit in 2024. Robinhood's stock is up roughly 4x, lifting their market cap to north of $80B. Today, Robinhood has nine lines of business that do over $100M in revenue. Agenda: 00:00 – “Tokenization Is The Biggest Innovation in Finance” 03:28 – How Robinhood 4x'd Its Market Cap in 8 Months 06:40 – AI Writes 50% of All Net New Code at Robinhood 10:02 – Why Robinhood Built a Secret ChatGPT for Support 12:11 – The One Customer Type That Transformed the Business 15:29 – “CoreWeave Is Retail's Way Into AI” — The Meme Stock Defense 18:05 – Inside Robinhood's Tokenized Private Shares Product 21:23 – “Capital as a Service” — Vlad's Wild Vision for Startup Fundraising 24:10 – The $100M Revenue Line Vlad Wishes He Could Kill 26:45 – Robinhood Is Building... Cash Delivery Trucks?! 29:55 – “We Were Shipping Nothing”: Vlad on the 2020–2022 Culture Crisis 33:20 – What Line of Business Will Be the Biggest For Vlad in 5 Years Time 35:11 – The One Competitor Vlad Actually Respects 36:55 – From Men's Health to Japanese Toilets: Vlad's Weirdest Quickfire Yet 38:40 – “I Was in the Dumps”: What 2022 Taught Vlad About Resilience 40:00 – Where Robinhood Is Headed: The Next Decade of Financial Infrastructure
Senators worked through the night Monday as President Trump's sweeping legislative package struggled to gain passing support in the Senate. CNBC's Emily Wilkins reports on the record-setting vote-a-rama and what's at stake for the President's second-term agenda. RXR chairman and CEO Scott Rechler shares his perspective on the NYC mayoral race, candidate Zohran Mamdani's campaign promises, and solutions to the city's housing shortage. Republic is launching a SpaceX token that offers unaccredited investors an opportunity to invest in the company pre-IPO. Co-CEO Andrew Durgee explains his platform, its regulatory hurdles, and the future of tokenized investing. Plus, CNBC's Steve Kovach reports on Apple's plans to overhaul Siri as the company looks for new AI partners. Emily Wilkins - 02:42Steve Kovach - 10:42Scott Rechler - 22:33Andrew Durgee - 32:14 In this episode:Emily Wilkins, @emrwilkinsBecky Quick, @BeckyQuickAndrew Ross Sorkin, @andrewrsorkinCameron Costa, @CameronCostaNY
Ever wondered what happens to those domain names gathering digital dust in your GoDaddy account? In this episode of The Index, host Alex Kehaya sits down with Michael Ho, Co-founder of D3, to explore how blockchain technology is transforming the overlooked world of domain trading and ownership.The domain industry hasn't changed much since the '90s. Selling a valuable name still involves clunky escrow services, manual transfers, and broker fees that can eat up 25% or more of your sale. D3 is changing that—by tokenizing domains as programmable digital assets on-chain.What makes D3's approach unique is its seamless integration. Instead of building a new siloed system, they're bringing Web3 functionality directly to where domain owners already are—through familiar registrar interfaces. Soon, you'll be able to tokenize, trade, lease, or fractionalize your domains with just a few clicks.At the heart of it all is Doma, the first DNS-compliant blockchain network. D3's DomainFi platform runs on Doma, bridging traditional Web2 domains with Web3 ecosystems. The result? New sources of liquidity, distribution, and innovation—unlocking value in what's currently a $350B+ real-world asset class.The biggest surprise? Half of all domains aren't even being used—just sitting idle. D3's technology brings those names to life, enabling domain holders to tap into new financial use cases, from collateral to leasing and beyond. And with the recent launch of .sol as an official top-level domain on Solana, the bridge between Web2 and Web3 is getting stronger by the day.Whether you're a domain investor, builder, or simply curious about the next wave of internet infrastructure, this conversation reveals what's possible when the world's original digital assets go decentralized.
In this episode, we speak with Bottomline's Mark Bish about how tokenization—beyond PCI DSS—can secure B2B payments, and the importance of not holding customer banking data in spreadsheets or on systems where it's accessible by employees. Mark shares how replacing bank account data with anonymous tokens, reduces fraud risk, simplifies compliance, and protects against both external and insider threats.
On this episode, Jacki, Aussie and Grant join Jarrett to get back the OG Not Crypto Bros crew together to discuss how the builders are vibecoding solutions, the roll of AI in web3 and how the future will evolve around tokenizations of RWAs and more!Watch on YouTube - https://youtu.be/nLtgZcjOOKIFollow Jarrett - https://x.com/jcrpntrFollow Jacki - https://x.com/whelmness_proFollow Aussie - https://x.com/MrfuturePFollow Grant - https://x.com/grantniedduFuture Signal is a podcast hosted and produced by Jarrett Carpenter that explores tomorrow's tech today.All of Future Signal's content is not financial advice but rather edu-tainment. All of our episodes are available here on YT as well as wherever you listen to podcasts.Follow us on Social Media :X - https://www.twitter.com/futuresignalxyzInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/futuresignalxyz/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/futuresignalxyzLinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/future-signal-xyz/Twitch - https://www.twitch.tv/futuresignalxyzFor more info on the podcast, please check out https://www.futuresignal.xyz/Episode's music by @Txmmy_Beats - https://www.youtube.com/c/TxmmyBeatsTo learn more about Future Signal's Host - https://www.jarrettcarpenter.com/
Lex chats with Yuval Rooz, CEO and co-founder of Digital Asset, about the company's transformation from its early institutional blockchain experiments to launching the Canton Network - a purpose-built, privacy-enabled smart contract platform designed for financial markets. Rooz shares insights into why Digital Asset was inspired by Bitcoin's financial principles rather than its technical assumptions, highlighting the importance of rethinking blockchain infrastructure rather than replicating flawed legacy models. He also unpacks the hard lessons from high-stakes projects like the Australian Stock Exchange overhaul, emphasizing why large-scale financial infrastructure must evolve incrementally to succeed. Finally, the conversation dives into Canton's unique tokenomics, where 70% of block rewards go to the developers and users who create economic activity on the network, challenging traditional validator-centric models and aligning incentives more fairly for long-term ecosystem growth. Notable discussion points: 1. Canton's innovative tokenomics: Unlike Ethereum, where validators capture most of the rewards, Canton allocates 70% of block rewards to developers and applications, creating sustainable alignment. 2. Lessons from ASX: Rooz reflects on the failed ASX blockchain migration, advocating for iterative upgrades rather than “big bang” infrastructure transformations. 3. True tokenization: Rooz critiques superficial on-chain IOU models, asserting that real tokenization must place the asset's books and records natively on-chain to unlock the benefits of DeFi and composability. MENTIONED IN THE CONVERSATION Topics: Digital Asset, Canton Network, DRW, ASX, Ethereum, Bitcoin, Plaid, DAML, fintech, web3, tokenization, digital assets, financial infrastructure, DeFi, onchain ABOUT THE FINTECH BLUEPRINT
Episode Topic: Joris Delanoue, co-founder and CEO of Fairmint, joins PayPod to explain how blockchain is disrupting private equity and fundraising. With cap tables becoming programmable, Fairmint is helping founders, investors, and communities escape legacy systems and embrace decentralized, on-chain ownership. Lessons You'll Learn: Why today's private equity system is outdated How smart contracts can replace PDFs and spreadsheets What Open Cap Table Format means for fintech innovation Why solving compliance is the ultimate edge in crypto How community ownership can become a norm, not an exception About Our Guest:Joris Delanoue is the CEO and co-founder of Fairmint, a company revolutionizing private equity by turning cap tables into blockchain-based smart contracts. With deep experience in SaaS, compliance, and crypto, Joris is leading Fairmint's mission to decentralize ownership and enable programmable equity for startups. Fairmint is backed by a coalition of legal and fintech leaders reshaping the rails of finance. Topics Covered: Legacy issues with equity and cap tables Tokenizing ownership and on-chain liquidity Compliance and regulatory clarity in the U.S. The Open Cap Table Format (OCF) movement UX innovation and the future of crypto adoption
Aliyyah Koloc, a professional racing driver and advocate for autism awareness, shares her unique journey from tennis to motorsports, her passion for art, and her involvement with Raphael Coin. She discusses the challenges and rewards of racing, the importance of tokenization in making art accessible, and her insights on the future of crypto for her generation. Why you should listen Raphael Coin was founded in early 2025 with the mission to democratize ownership of historically significant fine art. Following the recent authentication and rediscovery of “Recto: Study for the Battle of the Milvian Bridge” by Renaissance master Raffaello, the project was created to enable public participation in cultural heritage through blockchain technology. Raphael Coin uniquely allows public access and fractional ownership of an authenticated and recently rediscovered Renaissance masterpiece. It combines cultural importance, secure custody, and transparent ownership through blockchain technology. Raphael Coin offers fractional ownership of a culturally important artwork, the "Recto: Study for the Battle of the Milvian Bridge" piece recently rediscovered. Using blockchain technology, Raphael Coin makes fine art ownership accessible, secure, and transparent, allowing individuals worldwide to become stakeholders in cultural history. Founded in 2015, Gleec.com started as a comprehensive blockchain ecosystem aiming to simplify and secure digital asset management. Today, Gleec provides integrated blockchain infrastructure, centralized and decentralized exchanges, crypto cards, secure chat, and banking solutions, all underpinned by strong regulatory compliance. Gleec's secure and licensed infrastructure now also powers innovative projects like Raphael Coin. Supporting links Stabull Finance Raphael Coin Gleec Andy on Twitter Brave New Coin on Twitter Brave New Coin If you enjoyed the show please subscribe to the Crypto Conversation and give us a 5-star rating and a positive review in whatever podcast app you are using.
In this episode of The Digital Executive podcast, host Brian Thomas sits down with Dr. Robert P. Murphy, co-founder and chief economist at Infineo, to explore how Austrian economics is shaping a new era of financial products. Dr. Murphy discusses how Infineo is bringing life insurance to the blockchain with innovative tools like Life Notes, and why decentralized finance (DeFi) offers a natural evolution for traditionally conservative asset classes.Dr. Murphy also reflects on the growing mistrust in financial institutions and how transparency, philosophy, and AI-driven platforms like Infineo are restoring public confidence. From tokenizing $500 million in life insurance to building an “operating system” for alternative assets, this conversation offers deep insight into the future of finance.Empower your decisions with elite insights – Subscribe to the Digital Executive newsletter today for handpicked strategies, leadership perspectives, and market trends sent directly to you. Sign up today!
What if your entry point to crypto wasn't Bitcoin or ETH… but a Real World Asset backed token tied to real oil production? In this episode, Dave from OilXCoin shares how their team is bridging the gap between traditional energy markets and Web3 by launching a token which has received regulatory approval. From upstream oil leases and production logistics to regulatory compliance, licensed secondary market exchanges, and building for crypto newcomers — this episode is a real-world masterclass in how RWA tokenization works when done the hard way.Key Timestamps[00:00:00] Introduction: Dave joins to discuss oil-backed RWA tokenization.[00:01:00] Origin story: From BMW and IT to blockchain and crypto.[00:02:00] Building OilXCoin: Bridging commodities and regulated securities.[00:03:00] Why oil and gas: Real assets, upstream exposure, and untapped investor appetite.[00:04:30] Who it's for: 85% of early buyers had never held crypto before.[00:06:00] What makes it a security: Beyond peg — exposure to production and revenue.[00:07:00] Price movement: Unlike stable RWAs, value includes operational upside.[00:08:00] Volatility: Why oil makes for a compelling but steady entry asset.[00:10:00] Why blockchain: Transparency, efficiency, and long-term access.[00:11:00] Tech stack: Launched on Ethereum ERC-20 for compliance and trust.[00:13:00] Focus: Why OilXCoin avoids complexity and sticks with clarity.[00:14:00] Target audience: Retail entry users + conservative institutional players.[00:17:00] Regulatory path: Approved as a security by Liechtenstein's FMA.[00:19:00] Security = Legitimacy: Why regulation actually helps gain trust.[00:20:00] Compliance costs: High barriers but critical for adoption.[00:21:00] Exchange listings: Waiting on licensed, compliant RWA marketplaces.[00:24:00] Revenue model: Extracting and selling crude oil + transaction fees.[00:26:00] No staking: Clear messaging and simplicity for new users.[00:29:00] The liquidity problem: RWA tokens and the future of compliant exchanges.[00:32:00] Final ask: Partnerships, oil lease providers, and early exchange support.Connecthttps://oilxcoin.io/enhttps://www.linkedin.com/company/oilxcoin/https://x.com/OilXCoinhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/d-rademacher/DisclaimerNothing mentioned in this podcast is investment advice and please do your own research. Finally, it would mean a lot if you can leave a review of this podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify and share this podcast with a friend.Be a guest on the podcast or contact us - https://www.web3pod.xyz/
Marcin Kazmierczak is Co-Founder of RedStone Oracles, the fastest-growing blockchain oracle, backed by Arrington Capital. In crypto since 2017, Marcin has played a key role in developing several innovative DeFi prototypes, previously a Google Cloud PM with a background in quantitative methods in economics. He is also the Co-founder of ETHWarsaw and a Laureate of Forbes 30 under 30 Poland. With a deep understanding of cross-chain infrastructure, Marcin's expertise spans from DeFi applications to oracles and blockchain data solutions.In this conversation, we discuss:- The infrastructure powering the future of finance- What is an blockchain oracle?- Price still trumps everything in the oracle game- The surge for trad-fi data coming on-chain- Oracles beyond price feeds- The identity bottleneck in DeFi- Decentralized identity and AI- Real-world use cases for institutional RWAs- The $20B signal- Composability meets compliance- Tokenizing private credit and the future of private credit- On-chain loopingRedStoneWebsite: www.redstone.financeX: @redstone_defiTelegram: t.me/redstonefinanceMarcin KazmierczakX: @MarcinRedStoneLinkedIn: Marcin Kaźmierczak ⛓️ --------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 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
Galaxy Digital CEO Mike Novogratz said Galaxy Digital Holdings Ltd. is talking with the US Securities and Exchange Commission about tokenizing its own stock as well as other equities using its digital-asset platform. Novogratz spoke with Bloomberg's Matt miller and Scarlet Fu.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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In this episode of The Wolf Of All Streets, I dive deep into the future of crypto with Nathan Allman, Founder & CEO of Ondo Finance. We explore how Ondo is partnering with giants like BlackRock and Goldman Sachs to bring real-world assets onto the blockchain. Join us to discover how tokenization might change finance forever. Nathan Allman: https://x.com/nathanlallman ►► JOIN THE FREE WOLF DEN NEWSLETTER, DELIVERED EVERY WEEKDAY!
Web3 Academy: Exploring Utility In NFTs, DAOs, Crypto & The Metaverse
Institutions are here—and they're just getting started. In today's episode we're joined by Michael Steinberg (founder of Reciprocal Ventures and early Solana backer) to break down the future of crypto beyond Bitcoin. We dig into why tokenization could be the $22 trillion unlock that transforms finance, how real-world assets are quietly moving on-chain, and why now is the time to build conviction before the next wave of adoption.
The Vault is a morning show hosted on Twitter Spaces and YouTube Live on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays at 11:30 am EST. The show focuses on multi-chain communities, emerging protocols, NFTFi, DeFi, Gaming, and, most importantly, collecting digital assets.Adam McBride: https://twitter.com/adamamcbrideJake Gallen: https://twitter.com/jakegallen_Chris Devitte: https://twitter.com/chris_devvEmblem Vault: https://twitter.com/EmblemVault
Anthony Scaramucci, founder of SkyBridge Capital and former White House Communications Director, reveals his transformation from Bitcoin skeptic to having over 70% of his net worth in digital assets.In this conversation, Scaramucci shares his journey from financial anxiety in a blue-collar family to Wall Street success, including the pivotal $10,000 check from his father that changed his life's trajectory. He delves into the psychological aspects of wealth, explaining why even billionaires remain perpetually anxious and how to overcome the "paradox of wealth" that often leads to isolation.In this episode, we talk about:• How childhood financial anxiety shaped Scaramucci's drive• The paradox of wealth and why money often leads to isolation• Transitioning from Bitcoin skeptic to having 70% of his net worth in it• Why celebrating others' success is the key to happiness• The case for tokenizing markets beyond Bitcoin• Why America needs a strategic Bitcoin reserve& much more!__________________________________PARTNERS
In this episode of The Digital Executive, host Brian Thomas speaks with Kevin Rusher, a finance and crypto expert who has been fully immersed in the decentralized finance space since 2020. As a key figure at RAAC, Kevin shares how the company is revolutionizing finance by tokenizing real-world assets like real estate and gold—offering new ways for asset owners to unlock liquidity and for investors to access institutional-grade opportunities.Kevin explains RAAC's unique approach, including a major testnet launch backed by $235 million in gold deposits from one of North America's largest reserves. The conversation dives deep into the power of bringing traditionally illiquid assets on chain, how stablecoins backed by in-ground gold are created, and what this shift means for the broader DeFi ecosystem.
Tune in to this episode of the Security Token Show where this week Herwig Konings, Kyle Sonlin, and special guests Yuval Rooz from Digital Asset/ Canton Network, Phillip Falcone & Sharon Knoller from DigiX, and Nico Pantelis from Blue Bay Ventures cover the industry leading headlines and market movements, including acquisitions, token offerings, collateral mobility, & more in the RWA space! This week Jason Barraza had a chance to sit with Simon Keefe from Calastone and talk about their new Calastone Tokenised Distribution platform, how they're connecting legacy systems, fund tokenization savings, and more! Jason also got to chat with Ed Nwokedi from RedSwan CRE on their latest real estate report, diving into predictions, how tokenized real estate is affecting family offices, different regions and more! Company of the Week - Herwig: DTCC Company of the Week - Kyle: Nonco The Market Movements 1. tZERO and DigiX Partner to Tokenize Non-US Assets 2. Flowdesk Joins Canton Network for Collateral and Margin Management 3. Republic to Acquire INX for ~$60 Million 4. DTCC Announces Collateral Management Platform 5. PwC Predicts $317B Tokenized Market Cap by 2028 The Token Debrief 1. Archax Expands to America through Globacap Acquisition 2. HashSphere on Hedera by Hashgraph to Launch in Q3 as Private Blockchain for TradFi 3. WisdomTree Expands 13 Funds Now on Ethereum, Arbitrum, Avalanche, Base & Optimism 4. Miami-based Nonco is Tokenizing the FX Markets for Non-USD Currencies Using Avalanche 5. Capital Trust Group Launches $50B AgriTech Tokenized Bond Offering 6. Bitshopp Launches Tokenization Platform with $1M in Bond Volume on Day 1 7. El Salvador Real Estate Group Tokenizes $20M+ in Local Warehouses 8. Sumitomo Mitsui to Launch Stablecoin on Avalanche via SMBC in 2026 9. Serenity and MTA Partner to Tokenize Real Estate, Targeting Crypto Audience 10. WhiteRock Explains How They Use Nasdaq Data with Chainlink to Power Their Platform 11. BOOSTRY Launches Japanese Tokenization Market Report 12. Larry Fink Continues Endorsement Train for Tokenization in BlackRock's Annual Letter 13. Vlad Tenev, CEO of Robinhood, Says Tokenization Will Boost US Company Dominance 14. Kraken Co-CEO Predicts Tokenized Equities Will Surpass Stablecoins: TokenizeThis 2025: https://summit.stm.co/ STM Predicts $30-50T in RWAs by 2030: https://docsend.com/view/7jx2nsjq6dsun2b9 More STM.co Reports: https://reports.stm.co/ Join the RWA Foundation and Read the Whitepaper: RWAF.xyz ⏰ TABLE OF CONTENTS ⏰ 0:00 Introduction 0:16 Welcome 1:06 STS Interviews: Calastone 10:15 Market Movements 45:03 RWA Foundation Update 46:35 STS Interviews: RedSwan CRE 55:26 Token Debrief 1:02:39 Companies of The Week
Arthur Breitman is the Co-Founder of Tezos. In this episode, Breitman joins The Scoop to discuss the launch of uranium.io, a new marketplace for trading uranium powered by blockchain technology that looks to make investing in uranium more accessible to retail investors. The conversation also touched on geopolitical and technological tailwinds that could drive greater demand for nuclear energy. OUTLINE 00:00 Introduction 00:49 Sponsor break 02:41 How uranium markets work today 05:36 The limitations of uranium ETFs and futures 07:10 Tokenization and RWA evolution 15:56 Why start with uranium 18:33 Why uranium is red hot right now 23:30 Lessons from entering the uranium market 28:01 Beyond commodities 31:13 Conclusion GUEST LINKS Arthur Breitman on X: https://x.com/ArthurB Uranium.io on X: https://x.com/uranium_io Are you hiring in crypto? Use Campus to quickly find your best candidates with our challenging Crypto Assessment Test. Faster hiring, stronger teams. Sign up for a trial today: theblock.co/campus This episode is brought to your by our sponsors: Fidelity Explore Fidelity crypto careers today. Go to crypto.FidelityCareers.com to learn more. Uranium.io Investing in uranium is now widely accessible. Visit uranium.io to learn more.
Live from DAS 2025, Carlos and Marc from Blockworks Research join us to dive deep into the evolving world of tokenization and real-world assets. We explore institutional adoption, private credit dominance in RWAs, permissioned blockchains, and the future of stablecoins. 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. -- Follow Carlos: https://x.com/0xcarlosg Follow Marc: https://x.com/marcarjoon Follow Boccaccio: https://x.com/salveboccaccio Follow Blockworks Research: https://x.com/blockworksres Subscribe on YouTube: https://bit.ly/3foDS38 Subscribe on Apple: https://apple.co/3SNhUEt Subscribe on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3NlP1hA Get top market insights and the latest in crypto news. Subscribe to Blockworks Daily Newsletter: https://blockworks.co/newsletter/ Join the 0xResearch Telegram group: https://t.me/+z0H6y2bS-dllODVh -- Timestamps: (0:00) Introduction (3:23) Why Are RWAs Mostly Private Credit? (6:11) Getting Exposure to RWAs (9:09) Permissioned Blockchains (15:46) Crypto's Institutional Transition (20:34) DAS Takeaways (24:41) Getting Exposure to Stablecoin Growth -- 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.
Kony is the CEO and Co-founder of GAIB, the economic layer transforming AI infrastructure investment. Prior to GAIB, Kony worked in asset management and investment banking, with experience across private equity, credit research, and SPACs. He later joined a crypto exchange, focusing on mergers and acquisitions. Combining his expertise in finance and technology, Kony founded GAIB to reshape investment opportunities in AI infrastructure, making it more accessible and opening doors to the technologies that will drive the future.
Kony is the CEO and Co-founder of GAIB, the economic layer transforming AI infrastructure investment. Prior to GAIB, Kony worked in asset management and investment banking, with experience across private equity, credit research, and SPACs. He later joined a crypto exchange, focusing on mergers and acquisitions. Combining his expertise in finance and technology, Kony founded GAIB to reshape investment opportunities in AI infrastructure, making it more accessible and opening doors to the technologies that will drive the future.
We're diving into an exclusive conversation on The Wolf Of All Streets podcast with Sergey Nazarov, co-founder of Chainlink, who was invited to the groundbreaking White House Digital Asset Summit. Sergey reveals how blockchain technology will radically transform the government, financial institutions, and everyday life. Join us to understand why the U.S. is pivoting towards blockchain and why Chainlink is set to power the future. Sergey Nazarov: https://x.com/SergeyNazarov ►► JOIN THE FREE WOLF DEN NEWSLETTER, DELIVERED EVERY WEEKDAY!
Tune in to this episode of the Security Token Show where this week Herwig Konings, Kyle Sonlin, and guest contributor Emanuele Rossi from Mountain Protocol cover the industry leading headlines and market movements, including USDM, Figure, and Invesco all tokenizing RWAs! This week features Nick Carmi, VP of Institutional Markets at Figure Markets in an interview with Jason Barraza, covering their publicly-registered $YLDS product, forward vaults, and more! STM Predicts $30-50T in RWAs by 2030: https://docsend.com/view/7jx2nsjq6dsun2b9 Join the RWA Foundation and Read the Whitepaper: RWAF.xyz Read STM's Global Tokenized Real Estate Market Guide 2024: https://docsend.com/view/rrfjz7zxzqb9na2q Read the December 2024 RWA Securities Market Update: https://docsend.com/view/6vf42wm8quhnttuv Company of the Week - Herwig: Invesco Company of the Week - Kyle: AVR Solar Park = Stay in touch via our Social Media = Kyle: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kylesonlin/ Herwig: https://www.linkedin.com/in/herwigkonings/ Nico: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicopantelis/ Jason: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jasonbarraza/ Opinion articles, interviews, and more: https://medium.com/security-token-group Find the video edition of this episode on our Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@stmtvofficial The Market Movements 1. Mountain Protocol's USDM Now Supported on Ledger https://medium.com/@MountainUSDM/mountain-protocol-partners-with-ledger-01c0b8f98390 2. Circle to Expand to Bermuda for Money Market Funds https://crypto.news/circle-to-expand-tokenized-money-market-operations-in-bermuda/ 3. $BUIDL Reclaims throne as #1 and surpasses $1B https://www.coindesk.com/business/2025/03/13/blackrock-s-buidl-fund-tops-usd1b-with-ethena-s-usd200m-allocation 4. S&P Global Ratings Assigns AA+f / S1+ to Janus Henderson & Anemoy Tokenized Fund https://en.cryptonomist.ch/2025/03/12/janus-henderson-anemoy-the-tokenized-fund-receives-the-highest-category-rating/ The Token Debrief 1. Cantor Fitzgerald Launches Bitcoin-Backed Loans, Selects Anchorage Digital and Copper.co https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/cantor-fitzgerald-partners-with-digital-asset-custodians-anchorage-digital-and-copperco-to-support-bitcoin-financing-business-302397938.html 2. Rome Protocol and KiiChain Partner for Tokenization and Cross-chain Lending in Latin America https://crypto.news/exclusive-rome-protocol-and-kiichain-partnering-to-improve-rwa-tokenization-in-latam/ 3. Securitize Places Onchain Price Feeds with Redstone https://securitize.io/learn/press/redstone-selected-by-securitize-as-blockchain-oracle-partner-bringing-all-its-tokenized-assets-to-defi-ecosystems 4. Mercado Bitcoin to Issue $200M in Assets in LatAm, Tokenized on Polygon https://www.coindesk.com/markets/2025/03/12/mercado-bitcoin-polygon-labs-look-to-issue-usd200m-worth-of-tokenized-assets-in-latin-america 5. MetaWealth Launches 10th Asset: Wyndham Grand La Cala Golf Residences https://www.linkedin.com/posts/metawealthapp_asset-10-is-now-live-welcome-to-wyndham-activity-7305545400004833280-mMPp?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop&rcm=ACoAAB1jcwoBLLGgrwl0xQgVcNMUDJZa3vbF48E 6. DigiFT Tokenizes Invesco Private Credit Strategy Fund on Arbitrum: $iSNR https://cointelegraph.com/news/digift-invesco-private-credit-token-arbitrum 7. Bahrain Exchange ATME Launches Gold-Backed Token, Supported by Central Bank of Bahrain https://news.bitcoin.com/bahrain-digital-exchange-atme-introduces-tokenized-gold/ 8. Serbian Solar Park Tokens Yield 6% Interest https://balkangreenenergynews.com/serbias-first-ever-tokenization-in-energy-sector-saraorci-solar-project-yields-6-interest/ = Check out our Companies = Security Token Group: http://securitytokengroup.com/ Security Token Advisors: http://www.securitytokenadvisors.com/ Security Token Market: https://stm.co InvestReady: https://www.investready.com ⏰ TABLE OF CONTENTS ⏰ 0:00 Introduction 0:16 Welcome 0:59 Market Movements 26:39 STS Interviews: Figure Markets 36:54 Token Debrief 46:30 RWA Foundation Update 48:17 Companies of The Week
In this episode, I sit down with my longtime friend Arthur Breitman, the co-founder of Tezos, one of the OG blockchains that has been innovating since 2018. We dive deep into the evolution of tokenization, why the first wave fell short, and how the next iteration can unlock real value. Arthur also shares insights on Tezos' latest upgrades, the growing demand for privacy in crypto, and an unexpected but fascinating use case—tokenizing uranium.We also explore:Why stablecoins became the most successful “real-world asset” in cryptoThe role of privacy in blockchain and the regulatory challenges aheadHow Tezos continues to innovate with faster block times and seamless upgradesThe surprising connection between commodities like uranium and crypto marketsThe reality of DeFi and whether planned maintenance on blockchains makes senseIf you're interested in the future of tokenized assets, crypto infrastructure, and why banks still feel like they're stuck in 1999, this is an episode you don't want to miss.Key Takeaways:✅ The first wave of tokenization failed due to misaligned expectations—crypto traders weren't looking for stable, bond-like investments.✅ Stablecoins became the ultimate “real-world asset” because they're not an investment but a convenience, especially in regions with weak local currencies.✅ Tezos continues to evolve with fast block times, liquid proof-of-stake, and a strong developer community.✅ Tokenizing commodities like uranium opens up new financial markets that were previously inaccessible to retail investors.✅ Privacy remains a core value in crypto, but regulatory pressure is making it harder to implement.Listen & Subscribe:
Can tokenization unlock financial access for millions?In this episode of Web3 with Sam Kamani, I sit down with Jose from OwnChain, live at Consensus 2025 in Hong Kong, to discuss how OwnChain is bringing real-world assets (RWA) on-chain and revolutionizing financial markets.
In episode 193, we're excited to welcome Sunny Lu, Founder of Vechain, a pioneering blockchain ecosystem that has been demonstrating the power of crypto to drive sustainability efforts since 2015.In this episode, you will learn:How blockchain can eliminate greenwashing and build trust in ESG & environmental initiatives.How Web3 empowers individuals, organizations, and businesses to create real world climate impact through VeBetterDAO.Lessons from Sunny Lu's journey building a multi-billion-dollar, sustainability-focused cryptocurrency ecosystem.--Key Takeaways--Transforming Small Actions into Collective Impact with Blockchain: Web3 enables the digitization of positive actions, bringing them onchain to showcase collective impact. This creates a powerful marginal effect, where even small individual efforts contribute to a larger, verifiable movement toward sustainability.Fixing the Trust Deficit in Sustainability with Web3: A major issue in ESG initiatives is the lack of trust. Blockchain solves this by ensuring transparency—bringing sustainability data onchain, making it accessible, verifiable, and resistant to greenwashing.Ignore the Noise - Stay True to Your Vision: Web3's fast-moving nature is both inspiring and overwhelming. Many founders get caught up chasing trends instead of sticking to their mission and making sure they have a solid product. Success comes from staying focused on your long-term vision, and user-growth, rather than jumping from fad to fad.2025 - The Year of Enterprise Adoption in Web3: Sunny predicts 2025 will be a breakout year for enterprise blockchain adoption. Expect to see more major partnerships between corporations and Web3 projects, as well as increased use of crypto rails for ESG initiatives and sustainability efforts.--Full shownotes with links available at--https://www.cryptoaltruism.org/blog/crypto-altruists-episode-193-vechain-from-greenwashing-to-proof-tokenizing-esg-and-real-world-impact-with-blockchainThank you to PIPE gDAO for sponsoring the Crypto Altruism podcast!PIPE gDAO is leveraging blockchain for their University Real World Asset IP Launchpad that helps bring groundbreaking ideas from lab to market. By joining the Pipe Associate Network (aka PAN), associates can create a profile highlighting their skills, be notified of opportunities, and then contribute fractional work to pre-IPO companies in return for equity and tokens.--Support us with a Fiat or Crypto contribution--Learn more at cryptoaltruism.org/supportus--DISCLAIMER--While we may discuss specific web3 projects or cryptocurrencies on this podcast, please do not take any of this as investment advice, and please make sure to do your own research on potential investment opportunities, or any opportunity, before making an investment. We host a variety of guests on this podcast with the sole purpose of highlighting the social impact use cases of this technology. That being said, Crypto Altruism does not endorse any of these projects, and we recognize that, since this is an emerging sector, some may be operating in regulatory grey areas, and as such, we cannot confirm their legality in the jurisdictions in which they operate, especially as it pertains to decentralized finance protocols. So, before getting involved with any project, it's important that you do your own research and confirm the legality of the project. More info at cryptoaltruism.org.
I'm thrilled to share our latest episode with you, featuring an incredible guest, Joe Rotondi. Joe is an alumnus of Saint John's University, co-founder of Unit Network, and founder of Joe Roll Capital. Our conversation was nothing short of inspiring, and I can't wait for you to hear it!Here are some of the key takeaways and intriguing points from our chat:
Join us in this exciting episode of "Hot Topics on the Edge of Show" as they dive into the latest developments in the world of cryptocurrency and blockchain technology.In this episode, we discuss Mastercard's groundbreaking announcement that it has tokenized 30% of its transactions in 2024, recognizing the potential of stablecoins and cryptocurrencies to disrupt traditional financial services. Richard and Sheldon Dearr from Amity share their insights on how this shift could impact the financial landscape and what it means for global access to banking.We also explore the evolving role of Bitcoin, particularly in relation to ordinals and runes, and how these innovations are changing the way Bitcoin is utilized in the crypto ecosystem. Sheldon provides an in-depth look at Omnity and its mission to bridge the gap between Bitcoin and other blockchain technologies.As a special highlight, we preview the upcoming ETH Denver event, where Sheldon and the Omnity team will host a VIP reception. This event promises to be a fantastic opportunity for networking, learning, and celebrating the convergence of the Ethereum and Bitcoin communities.Support us through our Sponsors! ☕
In this episode of the Tearsheet Podcast, I sit down with Frank Chaparro, the host of The Scoop and Director of Special Products at The Block. He has years of experience at the intersection of digital assets and Wall Street. Frank offers a unique perspective on blockchain technology and tokenization, highlighting their early impact on financial markets and projecting out where Web3 may lead for financial services. “When you're managing trillions of dollars, offering new, innovative products isn't just risky. It's a massive operational challenge,” says Chaparro. His insights explain why tokenization, stablecoins, and blockchain technology are growing in popularity. These innovations overcome challenges faced by traditional financial institutions, offering new solutions and efficiencies in the financial sector. Frank explores how stablecoins bridge decentralized finance and traditional systems. For example, he explores the challenges of institutional investment in crypto ETFs. His analysis covers the complexities of this fast-evolving space. The Big Ideas Tokenization could revolutionize industries by making processes more efficient. Frank highlights its application in property transactions. He says, “Tokenizing deeds could bring unprecedented efficiency to a traditionally slow process.” Stablecoins are enabling seamless transactions between traditional and decentralized finance. “It's just so damn easy to send stablecoins compared to alternatives like PayPal,” says Frank. Despite regulatory and operational hurdles, major banks are inching closer to crypto adoption. Frank predicts, “By 2025, we'll see wealth management portals opening up to these assets.” Regulatory clarity remains a double-edged sword. Frank explains, “Banks fear the potential repercussions of engaging with digital assets. Even when there's no explicit rule against it.” Meme coins and NFTs hint at a future where culture and finance intersect. Frank calls it “extracting value out of humor,” a concept that could reshape how we view digital assets.
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As online content becomes predominantly AI-driven, intellectual property (IP) rights should not be neglected as (human) creators will heavily rely on them. While the main use cases for blockchains revolve around financial applications, one could argue that our everyday lives constantly intersect IPs in different forms. Although the legal framework is abundant, proper recording, monetization and disputes are often a burden for independent creators. Story Protocol aims to create a decentralised framework for IP management, tokenizing it both through NFTs and fungible tokens, allowing creators to register fully programmable IP, that is also recognized and enforced through the traditional judiciary system. Using smart contracts and programmable metadata, Story Protocol ensures proper monetization for creators whenever their IP is used.Topics covered in this episode:Jason's backgroundCurrent IP pain pointsTokenizing IPStory Protocol blockchainPreventing IP infringementStory Protocol validatorsInteroperabilityOnboarding traditional IP to Story ProtocolStory Protocol's legal frameworkEnforcing IP rights on Story ProtocolHiding or demonetizing on-chain IPGovernance & disputesRoadmapEpisode links:Jason Zhao on XStory Protocol 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.ioChorus1: Chorus1 is one of the largest node operators worldwide, supporting more than 100,000 delegators, across 45 networks. The recently launched OPUS allows staking up to 8,000 ETH in a single transaction. Enjoy the highest yields and institutional grade security at - chorus.oneThis episode is hosted by Friederike Ernst.
For episode 483, Chief Strategy Officer Mark Fidelman joins Brandon Zemp to discuss Exabits, a compute-based layer platform transforming high-performance GPU clusters into accessible investment assets. Mark Fidelman is a globally recognized expert in AI, blockchain, and decentralized infrastructure, with over 15 years of experience leading transformative strategies for high-growth AI and blockchain companies. He is also the host of the iTunes-leading podcast "AI Marketing" and the creator of the Cryptonized YouTube channel, inspiring thousands to explore the future of AI and blockchain. ⏳ Timestamps: 0:00 | Introduction 1:09 | Who is Mark Fidelman? 3:44 | What is Exabits? 4:54 | Why is Compute valuable? 6:09 | AI Agents 6:34 | What is Tokenized Compute? 6:59 | Compute investment barriers 8:09 | How does Tokenized Compute work? 9:58 | What is G-Fi? 11:17 | What is DeepSeek? 17:43 | Decentralized AI 19:32 | How might AI help Blockchain? 26:24 | Monopolized Compute 28:33 | Exabits Roadmap 30:28 | Exabits website & community
Imran and Qiao, together with Ilja and Richard (Tensor, Vector) sat down to chat about consumer crypto and more.No BS crypto insights for founders.Timestamps(00:00:00) Intro(00:00:57) Market Analysis(00:03:37) SBR is happening - David Bailey(00:05:22) Sovereign Wealth Fund(00:08:25) Government Impact on the Economy(00:09:46) "I'm glad Powell didn't cut" - Trump(00:13:39) DeepSeek(00:14:59) AI in Crypto Startups(00:15:47) AI Adoption and Future Predictions(00:19:38) Vine(00:23:19) App Tokens as Advertising Dollars(00:24:29) Future of Tokens in Startups(00:25:22) JellyJelly(00:26:45) "Clout" and "Tribe"(00:28:02) Richard and Ilja (Tensor)(00:28:17) Consensus Ideas and Vector's Direction(00:30:48) Photon(00:32:12) vector.fun(00:34:31) Vine vs. JellyJelly(00:36:44) Tokens as Go-to-Market Strategy(00:41:16) Tokenizing the World(00:43:23) Two Classes of Tokenization(00:44:54) Memecoins and Attention Assets(00:47:25) How Big is Vector Now?(00:49:24) Where to Find and Test Vector(00:49:59) Funny Tweet About Tesla's Earnings(00:52:17) Qiao's Annual Experiment(00:56:05) Shift of Developers from Ethereum to Solana(00:57:33) User Archetypes on Different Chains(00:59:46) The Final Form of Blockchain Technology(01:05:50) Coinbase's Strategy(01:12:53) Coinbase's Potential Issues(01:13:55) Vitalik's Shift in Community Engagement(01:15:26) "Blast should have been Hyperliquid"Ilja Moisejevs Twitter/X: https://x.com/_ilmoiRichard Wu Twitter/X: https://x.com/0xrwuSpotify: https://spoti.fi/3N675w3Apple Podcast: https://apple.co/3snLsxUWebsite: https://goodgamepod.xyzTwitter: https://twitter.com/goodgamepodxyzWeb3 Founders:Apply to Alliance: https://alliance.xyzAlliance Twitter: https://twitter.com/alliancedaoDISCLAIMER: The views expressed herein are personal to the speaker(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of any other person or entity. Discussions and answers to questions are intended as generalized, non-personalized information. Nothing herein should be construed or relied upon as investment, legal, tax, or other advice.
A reading and discussion inspired by: https://www.washingtonpost.com/opinions/2025/01/28/investing-crypto-tech-robinhood-stock-market/ https://www.coindesk.com/opinion/2025/01/30/put-securities-on-chain Sponsored by: Ledn Need liquidity without selling your Bitcoin? For 6+ years, Ledn has been the trusted choice for Bitcoin-backed lending. With transparency, security, and trust at our core, we help you access your BTC's wealth while HODLing. Discover what your Bitcoin can do at ledn.io/borrowing. Ledger Ledger, the world leader in digital asset security, proudly sponsors The Breakdown 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 on Ledger.com. Enjoying this content? SUBSCRIBE to the Podcast: https://pod.link/1438693620 Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/nathanielwhittemorecrypto Subscribe to the newsletter: https://breakdown.beehiiv.com/ Join the discussion: https://discord.gg/VrKRrfKCz8 Follow on Twitter: NLW: https://twitter.com/nlw Breakdown: https://twitter.com/BreakdownNLW
In this episode of Solana Weekly, host Thomas welcomes Anas, co-founder of FlashTrade—a high-leverage decentralized exchange on Solana. They explore how FlashTrade's “pool-to-peer” model lets users trade up to 100x leverage or act as liquidity providers. Hear how new meme coins, tokenized real-world assets (like stocks and metals), and FlashTrade's innovative NFTs (called “Beasts”) shape the future of on-chain trading.What You'll Learn• FlashTrade 101: How a pool-to-peer DEX model ensures slip-free trades and offers up to 100x leverage.• DeFi Meets Meme Coins: Managing high-volatility tokens (like Trump) and listing assets quickly.• Real-World Assets on Solana: Why tokenized stocks, commodities, and currencies are the next big frontier.• NFT Utilities: How FlashTrade's Beasts evolve, reward participation, and tie into an upcoming token launch.• User Experience & Onboarding: How email-based wallets and a 3-click process simplify DeFi for everyone.Key Moments• [00:02:13] Introduction to Anas and FlashTrade's core mission• [00:05:25] Overview of pool-to-peer liquidity and market making• [00:09:45] Handling meme coin mania & network congestion• [00:14:30] Tokenizing traditional stocks, gold, and forex pairs• [00:19:10] Building on Solana vs. other chains: speed, cost, and UX• [00:22:45] Deep dive into FLP tokens and the role of liquidity providers• [00:26:30] The Beasts NFT collection—evolution, perks, and protocol revenue sharing• [00:31:40] Future of FlashTrade: Spot trading, scaling announcements, and moreConnect with FlashTrade• Website: flash.trade• Twitter: x.com/flashtradeFollow Solana Weekly• Subscribe: Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favorite podcast app• Twitter: x.com/solanaweeklypodmore notes: solanaweekly.fun/episodes This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thomasbahamas.substack.com
Could cryptocurrency be the key to bridging financial gaps? Can it create a more inclusive global economy? Digital assets like stablecoins and blockchain technology are reshaping how we think about money. Their potential to level the financial playing field is becoming clearer. In today's episode of the Tearsheet podcast, I sit down with Lisa Nestor, Research Director at the Stanford Future of Digital Currency Initiative to discuss how fintech innovation is paving the way for broader financial inclusion. Lisa's expertise spans blockchain technology, cryptocurrency, and fintech innovation. This makes her a leading voice in understanding the intersection of these fields. Lisa's career reflects a deep commitment to financial inclusion. “When I started researching Stellar,” Lisa shares. “It brought together what I had seen [and demonstrated] the power of providing open-source financial infrastructure.” This passion for creating accessible financial systems has guided her work. It also included her current research on stablecoins and digital dollar adoption. Lisa explains how cryptocurrency, stablecoins, and blockchain can make finance fairer. Her insights show how these innovations affect cross-border payments and financial inclusion. She also discusses their role in the evolving fintech landscape. The Big Ideas 1. Open financial infrastructure creates a global ledger accessible to all. “The idea is to create a ledger that every financial institution in the world can operate on but can't buy. It is open and available to everyone.” 2. Stablecoins provide financial security in unstable economies. “In emerging markets like Argentina, stablecoins offer a way to hedge inflation. They secure savings amidst economic instability.” 3. Tokenizing real-world assets improves liquidity and global accessibility. “Tokenizing existing assets brings improved liquidity and global accessibility to traditionally illiquid markets.” 4. Governments explore CBDCs to complement existing banking systems. “Central banks are focused on introducing CBDCs that complement. Rather than compete with, existing banking systems.” 5. Digital dollars empower individuals in the gig economy. “More individuals are earning in digital dollars through online work. This is creating new economic opportunities without physical migration.”