E13: Avalanche's Drive for Interoperability and a Flourishing Meme Coin Ecosystem with Matt Schmenk
In this conversation, Luke and Nick talk to Matt Schmenk from the Ava Labs team. Matt shares his background in crypto and web3, and how he got into the industry. They discuss the recent update to the Avalanche blockchain with the introduction of Teleporter and subnets, and how it enhances interoperability. They also explore the rise of meme coins and the Meme Coin Rush initiative, which aims to add utility to meme coins and encourage their holders to stay invested. Finally, they touch on the concept of evergreen subnets and how they can be used in various institutional use cases.
E12: Quantum Trades - Panoptic's Fusion of Physics and Finance with Guillaume Lambert
Guillaume Lambert, the founder of Panoptic, discusses the options protocol on Ethereum and its innovative approach to options trading. He shares his journey from academia to DeFi and how his background in physics and research led him to discover the similarities between Uniswap v3 liquidity provision and selling options.
The Panoptic team aims to make options trading accessible and user-friendly, with a focus on LPs, providing better risk management and higher returns. Panoptic is a platform that simplifies options trading by visualizing the complexity of formulas in a user-friendly interface. It offers oracle-free options, leveraging Uniswap for price discovery and liquidity. The platform allows users to trade options on illiquid assets and provides capital efficiency through leverage and borrowing.
Panoptic aims to empower retail traders by making options trading accessible and providing educational resources. The team emphasizes the importance of being the first user of your own product and staying connected with the community.
E11: Nick Ducoff on Solana, Innovation, and the On-Chain Revolution
Nick Ducoff, Head of Institutional Growth at Solana Foundation, discusses his journey into the tech and crypto space, Solana's vision, and the platform's future. He highlights the importance of bringing Web2 modals to crypto and the potential for tokenizing real-world assets on Solana. Nick also discusses the regulatory environment and Solana's rolein the financial ecosystem. The conversation touches on topics such as the Solana phone, permissioned environments, and hardware and software integration.
In this conversation, Ducoff discusses the revolutionary potential of blockchain, the power of decentralized finance (DeFi), and the importance of simplifying the user experience. He highlights the benefits of a fast and secure blockchain like Solana, advice for crypto space builders, and the welcoming nature of the crypto community.
E10: Varderes Barsegyan Talks Maestro, Cardano, and the Future of Interoperability
In this engaging episode of the ATX DAO Podcast, we sit down with Varderes Barsegyan, the visionary behind Maestro, to discuss the groundbreaking work his team is accomplishing in the blockchain space. Varderes shares insights into Maestro's innovative approach to solving interoperability challenges between UTXO and EVM chains, a crucial step towards a more cohesive and accessible blockchain ecosystem.
Through their efforts, Maestro is not just bridging technological divides but also paving the way for a future where blockchain technology is seamlessly integrated into our digital lives, making it more accessible and user-friendly for everyone. Join us as we delve into the intricacies of blockchain interoperability, Maestro's unique solutions, and Varderes' perspective on the future of blockchain accessibility.
E9: Erik Voorhees - Shaping a World of Open Innovation in Crypto and AI
In this conversation, Erik Voorhees discusses his journey in Bitcoin, the transition of ShapeShift to a DAO, and his current focus on AI and decentralization. He shares his perspective on the regulatory landscape for AI and the potential dangers of centralized control. Erik emphasizes the importance of open-source AI and encourages individuals to get involved in projects like Morpheus. The conversation touches on Austin's crypto scene, network states and city DAOs, Bitcoin innovation, and responsibly entering a bull market.