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Monad - Superscalar Pipelining for the EVM Aug 16, 2023

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Keone Hon is the Co-Founder and CEO of Monad, an EVM-compatible L1 that can process 10k TPS. Keone explains why he decided to move on from Jump Trading and start a new venture with Monad, focusing on building an ultra-high-performance EVM blockchain that improves upon Ethereum's throughput. He highlights the need for pipelining in transaction execution and state access to achieve higher performance.

Why you should listen

Keone discusses the need for pipelining in the Ethereum virtual machine to improve efficiency and scalability. Monad is focused on building execution systems that can handle a high number of transactions per second. The team also aims to support developers through grants and create better user experiences in open finance. Keone acknowledges that Ethereum's roadmap has changed over time and emphasizes the importance of adapting based on market feedback. He believes that delivering a better user experience is crucial for widespread adoption of decentralized finance. Monad has received backing from Dragonfly Capital and Placeholder, and they are currently working on their DevNet, testnets, and documentation.

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There are 281 Days Until the Bitcoin Halving Aug 09, 2023

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There are approximately 281 days until the next Bitcoin halving. In this episode, Andy looks at several data points related to the Bitcoin halving cycle, and the fast-rising odds that suggest not just one, but a group of Bitcoin Spot ETF applications are likely to be approved soon. Plus, what did David Bowie say about the internet in 1999 that was so eerily prescient?

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Zeebu - Disrupting the Telecom Carrier Space Aug 07, 2023

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Raj Brahmbhatt is the co-founder and CEO of Zeebu, a blockchain-based settlement platform for telecom carriers. Zeebu aims to revolutionize the telecom wholesale voice industry by introducing a decentralized ecosystem for voice traffic exchange. Traditional voice traffic exchange is riddled with inefficiencies, opaqueness, and trust issues, which leads to higher costs and remittance delays.

Zeebu addresses these pain points by leveraging blockchain technology to create a trustless ecosystem for buyers and sellers to exchange voice traffic directly. The platform provides transparent and auditable records of all transactions, reducing the risk of fraud and disputes.

Why you should listen

Raj says the global telecom industry is a vital part of the global telecommunications ecosystem, facilitating the exchange of voice, data, and messaging between carriers and operators. However, the sector is fraught with challenges, including inefficiencies, lack of transparency, and high costs, which all lead to revenue loss for telecom wholesale voice businesses.

With the advent of Web3 technology, there is an opportunity to address these pain points to create a more efficient, secure, and cost-effective telecom wholesale ecosystem. Zeebu aims to leverage blockchain, tokens, and smart contract technology to create a decentralized marketplace for telecom operators, carriers, and service providers, enabling them to transact with each other securely, and earn rewards for every transaction made on the platform.

The platform's key features include transparent pricing, smart contract-enabled payment settlements, reducing the need for intermediaries and manual intervention. Additionally, the platform will provide loyalty token rewards for every transaction made on the platform, incentivizing both buyers and sellers to participate in the ecosystem.

The Zeebu (ZBU) loyalty token is designed to introduce a B2B loyalty program and revolutionize global business transaction settlements. Raj says B2C initiatives are in the works.

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Swell - A Voyage Into Liquid Staking Aug 03, 2023

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Daniel Dizon is the Founder of Swell, an Ethereum liquid staking protocol, backed by Mark Cuban, Bankless, Framework, Apollo, Maven 11, and more. Daniel is actively involved in the DeFi ecosystem as an early-stage strategic advisor and angel investor. Previously, Daniel founded and exited a software start-up and formerly served in corporate finance advisory roles, including portfolio management for multibillion-dollar portfolios for various public sector clients.

Why you should listen

Liquid staking allows users to stake their ETH to earn rewards while using their ETH in DeFi applications simultaneously. Daniel highlights that Ethereum staking is growing but has great potential for further adoption. Swell has seen significant growth with 45,000 ETH ($80 million USD) being staked and over 10,000 unique wallets participating in their protocol. The success can be attributed to innovative features like gamified incentivization through "Pearls" and community engagement through events called Voyages.

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RociFi - Credit Scores for DeFi Aug 01, 2023

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Christopher Brookins is the co-founder of RociFi, a DeFi primitive for on-chain scoring and capital-efficient lending.

Why you should listen

RociFi enables borrowers with clean EVM-compatible on-chain history and reputation to borrow with collateral while offering lenders a high, stable deposit yield.

In order to borrow on RociFi, users must mint an ERC-1155 token, NFCS (Non-Fungible Credit Score). The NFCS proves ownership of the address bundle that the borrower wishes to be credit scored.

The need for a unique, non-transferable on-chain credential that unlocks greater utility and safety across Web3 has grown in interest since Vitalik Buterin's recent post about "Soulbound" tokens.

RociFi's NFCS (Non-fungible credit score) is designed to be Web3's first, verified token for credit, reputation, and trust.

As the need for on-chain reputation and credit scoring grows, Chris says RociFi is moving away from under-collateralized lending and will focus on credit scoring, expanding utility, and integration with other projects. Potential future directions for the protocol include reconfiguring credit scores for lower borrow rates or partnering with existing liquidity pools.

There is an upcoming token launch for ROCI via an IDO which will unlock elements of integration and collaboration in their platform. They aim to grow liquidity responsibly and decentralize the credit scoring apparatus. After token launch, the core team plans to introduce an incentive and staking system designed to attract and retain sticky token holders that promote long-term growth and sustainability of the protocol.

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The Bitget Wallet - Your Portal to Web3 Jul 31, 2023

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Moka Han is the COO at BitKeep Wallet which has been acquired by Bitget and rebranded to the Bitget Wallet. With over 10 years of experience in FinTech, Moka has led BitKeep to achieve several growth milestones and into the largest multi-chain wallet in Asia.

Why you should listen

Bitkeep's collaboration with the Bitget exchange and brand repositioning as Bitget Wallet was conceptualized from a desire to take their integrated trading features to the next level to better cater their services towards the needs of their users.

The wallet is now a fully-furnished application with a portfolio of useful features for users, such as Assets Discovery and Management, Swap Service, NFT Trading Marketplace, PoS Staking, DApp browser, Launchpad, and more.

As a self-custodial Web3 "Wallet Exchange", Bitget Wallet aims to serve as the ultimate gateway for users to explore the world of Web3 with just a tap of a finger by integrating these purpose-built features on a dynamic interface.

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Beyond Broke - It's Time to Level Up Jul 27, 2023

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Jake Claver is the founder of Digital Ascension Group, and a business leader, keynote speaker, and performance expert who helps professionals build wealth and grow their businesses.

Why you should listen

Jake services a client list of high-net-worth individuals to help them secure wealth for generations to come. He runs the Beyond Broke Mastermind Group to give individuals affordable access to a powerful network, game-changing knowledge and deal flow.

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Bitcoin Saves El Salvador Jul 26, 2023

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Graham Elwood is a comedian, filmmaker, and podcaster. He has just spent time on the ground in El Salvador exploring the country's Bitcoin adoption. He is producing a new documentary called Bitcoin Saves El Salvador.

Why you should listen

Graham first learned about Bitcoin when Max Kaiser appeared on his show Political Vigilante.

Graham discusses his experience in El Salvador, particularly in Bitcoin Beach, where he witnessed the adoption of Bitcoin and its positive impact on the local community. NGOs like My Premier Bitcoin and Hope House are educating locals about using Bitcoin in a circular economy and providing language education. Graham was impressed with being able to use Bitcoin for everyday transactions like renting a surfboard and noted the lack of crime compared to other Latin American countries. He highlights how legalizing Bitcoin has helped redirect extortion money back into the economy, creating hope for a brighter future in El Salvador. The adoption of Bitcoin varies across towns and regions, but there is overall optimism among those he spoke with regarding President Bukele's actions against criminals and corruption and the adoption of Bitcoin.

Graham is raising funds for his documentary project and hopes that the Bitcoin community will support it. He sees potential in combining Bitcoin with film production ensure fair compensation for content creators.

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Mercuryo - Cryptocurrency Payment Solutions Jul 19, 2023

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Petr Kozyakov is the Co-founder and CEO of Mercuryo, a global payments infrastructure platform.

Why you should listen

Mercuryo began in 2018 as an onramp solution to help users buy crypto easily and at lower costs. Later, they expanded their services to provide banking solutions, payment solutions, and to act as a bridge between traditional financial institutions and crypto companies. They now work with many high profile international fintechs and crypto companies.

Petr talks about the challenges faced by crypto companies in accessing fiat infrastructure due to banks' risk aversion towards cryptocurrencies. Petr also mentions that self-custodial wallets are becoming popular among users after incidents like the FTX collapse, leading to increased demand for using crypto in daily life.

Petr predicts that by 2024, large crypto players will start providing fiat services, leading to real crypto adoption in the second half of 2024 and beyond. He emphasizes the importance of efficiency, sustainability, and finding real use cases for cryptocurrencies in improving operations. Petr highlights his company's ability to provide all services in one place, easy integration, and a long-term strategy for partners to evolve into crypto fintechs quickly.

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