Ep 30- The Encrypted Supercomputer with Yannik from Arcium

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Understanding the Elegant Math Behind Modern Machine Learning 1:14:43

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Artificial intelligence is evolving at an unprecedented pace—what does that mean for the future of technology, venture capital, business, and even our understanding of ourselves? Award-winning journalist and writer Anil Ananthaswamy joins us for our latest episode to discuss his latest book Why Machines Learn: The Elegant Math Behind Modern AI . Anil helps us explore the journey and many breakthroughs that have propelled machine learning from simple perceptrons to the sophisticated algorithms shaping today’s AI revolution, powering GPT and other models. The discussion aims to demystify some of the underlying mathematical concepts that power modern machine learning, to help everyone grasp this technology impacting our lives–even if your last math class was in high school. Anil walks us through the power of scaling laws, the shift from training to inference optimization, and the debate among AI’s pioneers about the road to AGI—should we be concerned, or are we still missing key pieces of the puzzle? The conversation also delves into AI’s philosophical implications—could understanding how machines learn help us better understand ourselves? And what challenges remain before AI systems can truly operate with agency? If you enjoy this episode, please subscribe and leave us a review on your favorite podcast platform. Sign up for our newsletter at techsurgepodcast.com for exclusive insights and updates on upcoming TechSurge Live Summits. Links: Read Why Machines Learn, Anil’s latest book on the math behind AI https://www.amazon.com/Why-Machines-Learn-Elegant-Behind/dp/0593185749 Learn more about Anil Ananthaswamy’s work and writing https://anilananthaswamy.com/ Watch Anil Ananthaswamy’s TED Talk on AI and intelligence https://www.ted.com/speakers/anil_ananthaswamy Discover the MIT Knight Science Journalism Fellowship that shaped Anil’s AI research https://ksj.mit.edu/ Understand the Perceptron, the foundation of neural networks https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Perceptron Read about the Perceptron Convergence Theorem and its significance https://www.nature.com/articles/323533a0…

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In this episode, Yannik Schrade, CEO of Arcium, explains how they're building an encrypted supercomputer to bring privacy to both Web2 and Web3. We explore:

• The journey from creating one of the world's most downloaded iPad apps to building privacy infrastructure

• Why current privacy solutions like trusted hardware and zero-knowledge proofs aren't enough

• How Arcium achieves efficient private computation through pre-computed multiplications and oblivious data structures

• The future of private AI - from confidential training to trustless inference

• Why privacy should be infrastructure, not a product

• The path to bringing institutional players into DeFi through privacy

• How Arcium could enable everything from dark pools to private gaming

Timestamps -

00:00 Introduction to Web3 and Privacy

02:54 The Journey from Law to Crypto

05:50 Building Elusive: On-Chain Transactional Privacy

09:06 The Encrypted Supercomputer

11:57 AI's Role in Crypto and User Experience

14:51 Legacy Approach to Privacy Enhancing Technologies

18:05 Zero-Knowledge Proofs and Their Limitations

20:53 The Future of Privacy in DeFi and Healthcare

23:47 Secure Multi-Party Computation: A New Paradigm

27:12 Confidential Computing and Trust Models

32:32 Transforming Encrypted Data into Random Values

34:27 Understanding Arcium's Position in the Tech Stack

36:54 Arcium as an Encrypted Supercomputer

38:52 Efficiency of Secure Multi-Party Computation

41:47 Flexibility and Oblivious Data Structures in MPC

44:11 Selective Disclosure and Composability in Confidential Computing

46:03 Arcium's Autonomous Network and Accountability Protocols

49:55 AI Agents and Trust in Decision-Making

52:45 Responsible AI and Explainability

56:48 Market Landscape and Use Cases for Arcium

This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.decentralised.co

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#Trading #Business #Blockchain #Crypto #Cryptocurrency #Web3 #Internet #Investing #Entrepreneur #Saurabh Deshpande #Startup

Ep 30- The Encrypted Supercomputer with Yannik from Arcium

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published منذ عام واحد

MP3•منزل الحلقة

In this episode, Yannik Schrade, CEO of Arcium, explains how they're building an encrypted supercomputer to bring privacy to both Web2 and Web3. We explore:

• The journey from creating one of the world's most downloaded iPad apps to building privacy infrastructure

• Why current privacy solutions like trusted hardware and zero-knowledge proofs aren't enough

• How Arcium achieves efficient private computation through pre-computed multiplications and oblivious data structures

• The future of private AI - from confidential training to trustless inference

• Why privacy should be infrastructure, not a product

• The path to bringing institutional players into DeFi through privacy

• How Arcium could enable everything from dark pools to private gaming

Timestamps -

00:00 Introduction to Web3 and Privacy

02:54 The Journey from Law to Crypto

05:50 Building Elusive: On-Chain Transactional Privacy

09:06 The Encrypted Supercomputer

11:57 AI's Role in Crypto and User Experience

14:51 Legacy Approach to Privacy Enhancing Technologies

18:05 Zero-Knowledge Proofs and Their Limitations

20:53 The Future of Privacy in DeFi and Healthcare

23:47 Secure Multi-Party Computation: A New Paradigm

27:12 Confidential Computing and Trust Models

32:32 Transforming Encrypted Data into Random Values

34:27 Understanding Arcium's Position in the Tech Stack

36:54 Arcium as an Encrypted Supercomputer

38:52 Efficiency of Secure Multi-Party Computation

41:47 Flexibility and Oblivious Data Structures in MPC

44:11 Selective Disclosure and Composability in Confidential Computing

46:03 Arcium's Autonomous Network and Accountability Protocols

49:55 AI Agents and Trust in Decision-Making

52:45 Responsible AI and Explainability

56:48 Market Landscape and Use Cases for Arcium

This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.decentralised.co

33 حلقات

#Trading #Business #Blockchain #Crypto #Cryptocurrency #Web3 #Internet #Investing #Entrepreneur #Saurabh Deshpande #Startup

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Ep 34 — How to Bring Institutional DeFi Trading to Retail with Jai Prasad 50:58

منذ 8 أيام50:58

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We discuss Jai's journey from leading blockchain integration at Coinbase to founding DefinitiveFi, and how the platform grew from $20-30M to nine-figure monthly volumes. Jai explains the key innovations needed for mainstream DeFi adoption - gas abstraction, chain abstraction, and account abstraction - and how advanced order types like TWAPs allow large trades without moving markets. The conversation explores compliance challenges for institutions in DeFi, the intersection of AI and crypto, and token design philosophy. We also touch on DefinitiveFi's future plans, including expanding beyond spot trading to perps and yield strategies. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.decentralised.co…

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Ep 33 — Scaling the Ethereum Civilisation with Brother Bing 50:05

منذ 16 يومًا50:05

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Ethereum scaling has been an uphill battle. We’ve built rollups, fragmented liquidity, and pushed execution limits—but have we really solved the problem? Instead of patching Ethereum’s existing framework, MegaETH has rewritten the Ethereum data structure from scratch, eliminating bottlenecks and achieving millisecond block times. The implications? Possibility of on-chain high-frequency trading, real-time gaming, instant micropayments, and an entirely new breed of decentralised applications.Chapters 00:00 Introduction 01:11 Journey Towards Starting MegaETH 06:43 The White Paper 11:12 Consensus Mechanisms and Performance Challenges 15:09 Security and Censorship Resistance in MegaETH 19:03 Use Cases 24:10 Empowering Applications in Crypto 25:38 Cultural Influences on Crypto Markets 27:48 Blockchain as Civilization 30:30 The Role of Community in Crypto 32:57 Valuations and Community Loyalty 38:10 Building a Community 40:52 Capitalism and Sustainable Business Models Follow Us: DCo – https://x.com/Decentralisedco Shuyao Kong a.k.a Brother Bing – https://x.com/hotpot_dao Saurabh Deshpande – https://x.com/desh_saurabh DCo Newsletter – https://www.decentralised.co/ This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.decentralised.co…

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Ep 32 — Bitcoin Mining Economics with Nick Hansen 48:53

منذ 4 weeks48:53

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Bitcoin mining is a delicate balance between mathematical certainty and real-world volatility. In this episode, Nick Hansen , CEO of Luxor, breaks down the evolution of mining—from hardware cycles to energy markets, hashrate futures, and Bitcoin’s shrinking block subsidy. We also discuss miners' role in stabilising power grids and the contentious debate over Bitcoin fees. Tune in to understand the future of mining and what happens when the last Bitcoin is mined. Chapters 00:00 Introduction 02:41 Nick’s Journey From Dirt Biking to Bitcoin Mining 08:01 The Evolution of Luxor Mining and Its Services 09:22 Understanding the Crypto Market and AI's Impact 12:00 Transitioning from Hardware to Software in Mining 13:21 Hashrate vs. Price: Understanding Bitcoin Economics 17:46 How Electricity Costs Rule Mining Operations 20:31 The Mining Hamster Wheel: Upgrading Equipment and Supply Chains 22:47 Evolution of Mining Technology and Efficiency 24:03 Energy Costs and Mining Profitability 27:16 Hashrate Futures and Market Dynamics 33:49 The Role of Renewable Energy in Bitcoin Mining 40:09 Innovations in Block Construction and Mining Risks 43:29 Future of Bitcoin Fees and Emission Concerns This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.decentralised.co…

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Ep 31 - Web3 Marketing Playbook with Phin from Abstract 46:00

منذ 5 weeks46:00

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Web3 marketing has a retention problem. Too many projects chase mindshare, but few know how to build communities that last. In this episode, Phin , lead marketer at Abstract , shares his journey from Web2 to Web3 and unpacks why most crypto marketing playbooks are fundamentally flawed. We explore why engagement farming isn’t enough, why crypto products should compete in the mainstream, and how Abstract is rethinking consumer crypto by making Web3 seamless. If you’re a founder or marketer looking to cut through the noise and build something real , this episode is for you.Chapters:00:00 Introduction 02:47 The Evolution of Abstract and L2 Launch Decisions 05:55 Comparing Ethereum and Solana: Insights and Opinions 09:10 Marketing Strategies: Web2 vs Web3 11:58 The Future of Marketing in Web3 14:51 Data Privacy and User Experience in Web3 18:03 Session Keys and On-Chain Interactions 23:56 Simplifying the Crypto Experience 26:47 Reducing Onboarding Friction 28:56 The Role of Price in Marketing 30:35 Self-Custody and Consumer Behavior 32:30 Building a Community in Crypto 39:05 Abstract's Consumer-Centric Approach 43:00 NFTs vs Tokens: Branding Strategies 44:49 Marketing on a Budget This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.decentralised.co…

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Ep 30- The Encrypted Supercomputer with Yannik from Arcium 1:04:31

منذ 6 weeks1:04:31

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In this episode, Yannik Schrade, CEO of Arcium, explains how they're building an encrypted supercomputer to bring privacy to both Web2 and Web3. We explore: • The journey from creating one of the world's most downloaded iPad apps to building privacy infrastructure • Why current privacy solutions like trusted hardware and zero-knowledge proofs aren't enough • How Arcium achieves efficient private computation through pre-computed multiplications and oblivious data structures • The future of private AI - from confidential training to trustless inference • Why privacy should be infrastructure, not a product • The path to bringing institutional players into DeFi through privacy • How Arcium could enable everything from dark pools to private gaming Timestamps - 00:00 Introduction to Web3 and Privacy 02:54 The Journey from Law to Crypto 05:50 Building Elusive: On-Chain Transactional Privacy 09:06 The Encrypted Supercomputer 11:57 AI's Role in Crypto and User Experience 14:51 Legacy Approach to Privacy Enhancing Technologies 18:05 Zero-Knowledge Proofs and Their Limitations 20:53 The Future of Privacy in DeFi and Healthcare 23:47 Secure Multi-Party Computation: A New Paradigm 27:12 Confidential Computing and Trust Models 32:32 Transforming Encrypted Data into Random Values 34:27 Understanding Arcium's Position in the Tech Stack 36:54 Arcium as an Encrypted Supercomputer 38:52 Efficiency of Secure Multi-Party Computation 41:47 Flexibility and Oblivious Data Structures in MPC 44:11 Selective Disclosure and Composability in Confidential Computing 46:03 Arcium's Autonomous Network and Accountability Protocols 49:55 AI Agents and Trust in Decision-Making 52:45 Responsible AI and Explainability 56:48 Market Landscape and Use Cases for Arcium This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.decentralised.co…

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Ep 29 - Kyle Samani on Why Bitcoin as Digital Gold Might Be a Myth 53:15

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What if the popular belief that Bitcoin is "digital gold" is holding crypto back? Kyle Samani , Managing Partner at Multicoin Capital , unpacks why this analogy might be misleading and argues that utility—not nostalgia—will define the future of digital assets. We trace Multicoin’s evolution, from its early experiments to backing Solana when it was dismissed by many. Kyle shares insights into the power of first-principles thinking, why they pivoted away from Bitcoin and Ethereum, and how to identify protocols that solve real problems. Whether you’re an investor, founder, or curious observer, this episode offers a rare look into how a top crypto fund must challenge mainstream assumptions and spot not-so-obvious opportunities. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to the DCo Podcast and Web300:58 Reflections on Early Bitcoin Predictions03:01 The Journey to MultiCoin Capital05:56 The Mechanics of Wealth Creation in Crypto08:49 The Role of Stablecoins in Wealth Distribution11:09 Transitioning from Ethereum to EOS and Solana18:01 The Evolution of MultiCoin Capital19:48 Market Dynamics and the Future of Crypto Investments22:08 Innovations in Layer 1 and Layer 2 Solutions24:01 Understanding MEV and Its Implications26:22 Value Accrual in Blockchain Systems28:18 The Moneyness Debate: Bitcoin vs. Ethereum30:46 Censorship Resistance and Usability in Cryptocurrencies32:41 The Future of Solana: Censorship Resistance and Economic Activity34:57 Institutional Adoption and Token Extensions49:43 Communication Skills in Fundraising and Investment Strategies This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.decentralised.co…

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Ep 28- From Mixing Music to Teaching Computers to Trade 1:14:40

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Shaw 's journey from mixing bands in NYC clubs to creating AI16Z reflects the unexpected ways innovation emerges in crypto. What began as a way to help developers access better trading strategies has evolved into an AI-driven DAO managing $21M in treasury funds, with their agent " AI Marc " making investment decisions by evaluating community members' trading suggestions through a " Virtual Marketplace of Trust. " The key breakthrough came from solving what Shaw calls the "social agent loop" - teaching AI to engage naturally on social platforms rather than through traditional interfaces. Their open-source Eliza framework, now used by over 140 contributors, has enabled thousands of AI agents to trade, create, and interact with humans in increasingly sophisticated ways. Looking ahead, Shaw shares his vision of moving from an attention economy to a trust economy, where AI agents help democratize access to sophisticated trading strategies while reshaping how we think about work and value creation.Resources:• AI Agent Building Tutorial • Eliza Framework • SentientMarketCap • Virtual Marketplace of Trust • Using Chains, Taming Minds This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.decentralised.co…

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Ep 27- Infrastructure, Empathy, and Grit 47:21

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Brandon Kumar of Layer3 joined us for a founder series. Who better than a founder to ask fellow operators what it takes to build companies? This is episode one of many to come. Let’s go. Running a successful crypto company takes more than technical know-how; it requires understanding the human elements that bring an organisation to life. In the first episode of our operator-to-operator series, I explored this with Matt Katz from Caldera and my co-host Brandon from Layer3. What makes this conversation unique is the look behind the scenes at Caldera. Matt's journey from Stanford to CEO gives a compelling view of modern crypto entrepreneurship. Unlike founders chasing the 2022 bull market, Matt focused on building something valuable—blockchain deployment through standardisation and accessibility. Caldera's modular approach has reduced blockchain deployment costs by two orders of magnitude while maintaining security. Major projects like Apecoin, Manta, Treasure, and Zerion trust Caldera's infrastructure, proving its reliability. Matt's reflections on managing a diverse team and balancing a “high-performance sports team” mindset with respect for individuals are lessons for any startup. If you're curious about building a crypto company—from tech to team—this episode is worth your time.Key Moments: 00:00 - The Vision Behind Caldera 02:56 - The Journey of a Founder 05:52 - Operating Lessons in a Turbulent Market 09:13 - Building a High-Performance Team 12:06 - Understanding Caldera's Business Model 14:56 - Cost Reduction in Blockchain Launches 17:52 - Future Growth and Market Strategy 24:08 - Integrating New Technology and Infrastructure 25:05 - Vision for Caldera in 2034 26:31 - Navigating the Fundraising Landscape 29:20 - Maximizing Investor Relationships 32:44 - Co-Founder Dynamics and Decision-Making 36:29 - Learning from Competition and Market Adaptation 40:21 - Operational Rhythm and Team Management This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.decentralised.co…

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Ep 26 - Bridgeless Future 1:00:11

منذ 14 weeks1:00:11

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Fed up with missed opportunities because your crypto is scattered across different chains? In this episode, Vaibhav Chellani, co-founder of Socket, shares his vision for a future where blockchain fragmentation is no longer a barrier. From pioneering ZK rollups before they were mainstream to building Socket, Vaibhav tackles the big issues facing crypto today. We discuss why bridge aggregation isn't the solution, how AI agents could soon make on-chain trades seamless, and why the real conversation isn’t about appchains vs general-purpose chains, but about who controls the state. Socket is on a mission to make crypto as easy as using a credit card—forget about which chain you’re on or how to bridge assets. Hear why 400+ projects, including Coinbase Wallet, MetaMask, and Synthetix, are already using Socket's infrastructure. Tap into this episode to imagine a world where crypto feels intuitive, unified, and hassle-free.Key Moments: 00:00 - The Future of Front-Ends and AI Agents 03:02 - Chain Abstraction: A User-Centric Approach 05:55 - Scaling Ethereum: The Role of Rollups 09:10 - Building Socket Protocol and Chain Abstraction 12:04 - Bungee: A Marketplace for Cross-Chain Swaps 14:57 - The Mechanics of Bungee and Socket 17:46 - The Value Chain in Cross-Chain Transactions 21:06 - Permissionless Solutions and Market Dynamics 30:09 - Market Structure and Counterparty Dynamics 34:21 - Understanding Chain Abstraction and Its Implications 36:47 - Exploring Modular Auto Flow Auctions (MOFA) 40:15 - AI Agents and User Experience in Crypto Transactions 45:06 - The Future of Cross-Chain Interactions and Magic Accounts 52:23 - Solana vs. Ethereum: Perspectives on Blockchain Diversity 59:08 - The Shift Towards Chain Abstraction and User-Centric Solutions This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.decentralised.co…

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Ep 25 - On Building in Crypto and Death of Easy Money 1:10:14

منذ 15 weeks1:10:14

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Larry Cermak, CEO of The Block , joined us for a frank conversation about crypto's evolution. He played around with BTC to buy NBA accounts to watch basketball and got hooked on understanding how it all worked. Later, he turned down Binance and missed ~300x gains on BNB. Fast forward to 2023, and he was handling layoffs and M&A as the CEO of the leading research and news company in the industry. Larry's journey mirrors crypto's maturation. In this episode, we get real about: - Why running a crypto project in 2024 is "pure suffering" - The death of 100x opportunities (unless you're gambling on memecoins) - How Ethereum maxis are repeating Bitcoin maxis' mistakes with Solana - The real problem with the "50M Americans in crypto" stat - Why UI/UX still matters more than elegant technology - The brutal reality of private market valuations - Predictions for crypto under different presidencies - Essential advice for analysts: become obsessed, find your niche, master SQL - Tips for developers entering crypto in 2024 Larry lays it all out—how crypto has become more corporate, how DeFi and Layer 1s are facing tougher competition, and what it takes to get noticed and funded. He also shares practical advice for aspiring analysts, emphasising the importance of building a strong Twitter presence to grow professionally and open doors in the industry. If you've ever wondered what it's like to navigate the trenches, this episode is packed with real talk and a glimpse into why Larry keeps building despite the challenges. Don't miss it! Follow Larry Cermak on Twitter: @lawmaster Follow the host on Twitter: @desh_saurabh This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.decentralised.co…

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Ep 24 - While Others Chased JPEGs, We Made Bitcoin Move 1:12:19

منذ 16 weeks1:12:19

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Fresh from hitting $18M in daily volume, Chainflip CEO Simon Harman delivers a masterclass in building crypto infrastructure. In this raw, technical conversation, he dismantles popular narratives around Bitcoin L2s and reveals what it actually takes to move BTC across chains. After spending 4 years solving complex cryptographic challenges while others made millions from JPEGs, Simon shares hard-earned insights about building real utility in crypto. From battling with validator communications to reimagining market design, this episode is a deep dive into the unglamorous work of building cross-chain infrastructure. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.decentralised.co…

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Ep 23 - Basketball to blockchains 1:03:11

منذ 20 weeks1:03:11

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Mika Honkasalo's path from basketball analytics to crypto is anything but ordinary. During DeFi summer, his liquidity mining calculator became a yield farmer's essential tool, kickstarting his deep dive into DeFi's intricacies. Our conversation revisits Mika's insights on Solana's transaction dynamics, sparking an Ethereum vs Solana debate. While Ethereum's L2s focus on boosting throughput, Solana aims to slash latency, potentially revolutionizing finance. Mika challenges us to rethink Ethereum: Is it money or a business? This perspective shift dramatically impacts how we view L2 fragmentation and fee capture. Introducing the concept of "concentric circles" of growth, Mika argues that real progress in crypto comes from steady advances across multiple fronts, challenging the boom-and-bust narrative. Mika also highlights crypto's often-overlooked strength: global hardware distribution. From Bitcoin miners to Solana's phone project, this could be the industry's game-changer. Echoing Jon Charbonneau , Mika suggests we're all building towards the same endgame, despite different approaches. For those looking beyond the hype to understand crypto's future, this episode offers invaluable insights that could reshape your perspective on this dynamic industry. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.decentralised.co…

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Ep-22 - Human Coordination Engines 1:24:04

منذ 22 weeks1:24:04

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Sreeram Kannan from EigenLayer joins us to discuss the evolution of human coordination mechanisms and the role blockchains play in their transformation. In this first episode since the token’s release, he discusses what attracted him to the industry, the challenges in bootstrapping trust and how AVSs play a role within it. According to Sreeram, societies evolve with their systems of forming commitments. Gold, legislation and economic policy in global monetary systems are built around commitments. But how do you scale that to the size of the internet? This is what Sreeram discusses in today’s episode. Tune in for a simple, distilled explanation of the EigenLayer ecosystem. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.decentralised.co…

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Ep 21 - On Navigating Crypto Cynicism, Liquid Ventures, and DeFi’s Evolution 1:07:20

منذ 24 weeks1:07:20

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In this episode of the DCO Podcast, we sit down with Arthur Cheong , founder of Defiance Capital. We explore the concept explore the contrast between liquid and venture investments in crypto. With venture capitalists fiercely competing for private deals and driving up valuations before projects go public, the less crowded liquid markets often offer a smarter and more flexible option. Arthur shares how he navigates these opportunities and touches on the unique advantages of investing in Asia. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.decentralised.co…

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Ep 20 - On FHE, Zama, and New Internet Standard 41:01

منذ 25 weeks41:01

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Before we begin… Sid and I are sorting out our schedules for Token2049 in Singapore. I’ll also be on a panel at Breakpoint. We’re excited to connect with researchers and founders working on the cutting edge. If you’re around, respond to this email and drop us a line. We’d love to meet up in person. Joel Hello! In this episode of the DCO Podcast, Rand Hindi , CEO and co-founder of Zama, presents a thought-provoking discussion on the transformative power of Fully Homomorphic Encryption (FHE) and its potential to revolutionise the future of privacy, blockchain, and the internet itself. Rand’s first company was Snips, an AI company for voice processing. Sonos, a listed audio equipment company, acquired it. He advised the French government on AI policy and co-authored a paper analysing AI's impact. His prediction from 2017 that AI would replace 10% of jobs, leave 50% unchanged, and augment 40% of jobs by increasing productivity seems accurate in today’s AI-dominated landscape. A major focus of the episode is the groundbreaking potential of FHE, a technology that allows computations on encrypted data without exposing it. By encrypting transaction details end-to-end, FHE eliminates the opportunity for front-running and other manipulative behaviours, thus paving the way for truly private and secure financial systems. Rand explains how Zama has addressed the major challenges traditionally associated with FHE: speed, usability, and scale. Zama’s technological advances have made FHE 100 times faster and integrated it into existing developer tools, making it accessible to developers without needing a deep understanding of cryptography. A key breakthrough discussed in this episode is Zama’s work in reducing the size of FHE-encrypted data. What used to expand data sizes by 20,000x has now been compressed to just 50x. With more improvements coming, this can be brought down to 10x, making it viable for use on Ethereum and other blockchain platforms. Tune in for the latest on privacy, a fully encrypted internet and a breakdown of FHE.Recovering from fever, Saurabh Deshpande This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.decentralised.co…

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Ep 19 - Building from first principles 48:08

منذ 27 weeks48:08

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In this episode, Pacman , founder of Blur and Blast , explores the evolution of NFT marketplaces and Layer 2 solutions in crypto. He begins by reflecting on his startup journey, including his early days at Teespring and launching Namebase. Pacman shares how Blur, launched in 2022, quickly rose to prominence by catering to high-volume traders. It filled a gap left by platforms like OpenSea, which focused more on retail consumers. We also discuss the current state of the market and how lessons from Blur are shaping the development of Blast. Despite the market's quieter phase, Pacman suggests that the foundation is being laid for the next wave of innovation. Curious about NFTs, L2s, and strategies to disrupt incumbents? This episode is for you! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.decentralised.co…

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Ep 18 - On The Evolution of VC in Web3 57:52

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Hello! In the latest episode, we dive deep into the mind of Tomasz Tunguz . He is a venture capitalist who’s been in the game for over 15 years. As a General Partner at Theory Ventures and former Managing Director at Redpoint Ventures, Tomasz has witnessed the evolution of venture capital firsthand. From his early days at Google trying to monetise social media to his current focus on data-driven investments - Tomasz offers a zoomed-out and nuanced perspective on the industry. He shared insights that resonated deeply with me over our conversation. His key idea? That the only enduring moat is brand! He draws parallels between the growth of private equity, venture capital, and Web3. Tomasz predicts that Web3 will follow a similar path. For instance, sources of capital like PE funds and hedge funds ballooned from 8% to 81% of raises during the mania in 2021. VCs played a small, but crucial role in terms of amount of capital deployed. A key highlight of our conversation is Theory Ventures' investment in Allium. It is a company that provides Web3 data solutions for financial institutions. As the venture capital ecosystem in the U.S. expands from $8 billion to $175 billion deployed annually, the demand for Web3-compatible financial infrastructure has never been greater. Allium serves that gap today. Today’s episode with Tomasz Tunguz offers a masterclass in the evolution of venture capital and makes a compelling case for why the future of finance might be built on blockchain. Enjoy listening! Signing out, Saurabh Deshpande This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.decentralised.co…

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Ep 17 - Building businesses on Bitcoin 1:01:10

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We are joined by Matt Luongo from Thesis for today’s issue. Thesis is a Bitcoin oriented venture studio that is behind the likes of Fold, Acre and tBTC. Our episode, recorded last week, is an unfiltered look into the world of Bitcoin from someone who’s seen it all from the ground up. We explore the projects that Matt’s team at Thesis is spearheading, like tBTC or Threshold Network, Mezo, and Acre—all designed to expand Bitcoin’s utility while staying true to its core principles. Matt’s laser focus on user needs over technical jargon offers a grounded perspective that many in the crypto space overlook. So, if you are looking to gain a nuanced understanding of the challenges and opportunities in building on Bitcoin—and get a sneak peek into what’s next for Mezzo and Acre—tune in to this episode. It’s one you won’t want to miss. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.decentralised.co…

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Ep 16 - On making decentralised governance more accessible 48:12

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Before we begin… Last week, we announced the launch of DCo.build. As our publication grew, it was time to create a single hub for founders looking to collaborate with us on advisory, distribution and go-to-market strategies. The newsletter will continue to be the place where we showcase our research. DCo.build, will be where we put it to practice through our portfolio of companies. If you are an early-stage operator or a pre-token founder, make sure to reach out. Hey there! Last week, we wrote about how one of Compound's members raided its DAO . The lack of voter activity on-chain is partly to blame for such events. For all the surrounding noise and excitement, decentralised governance still has a long way to go. Our guest today, Steve Ngok, is one of many contributors building tooling for improving it. We had previously written about Dora Factory in Stealth Democracy. The conversation today explores how DoraHacks played a pivotal role in nurturing projects that would become major players in the space. Steve recounts stories of hosting hackathons that birthed influential protocols like Injective and Polygon, offering listeners a glimpse into the grassroots origins of today's blockchain giants. Unlike the voting you do for things like selecting a political leader, on-chain voting is public. Imagine if everybody knew who voted for whom. It might be far from ideal. Steve and his crew have been building tools to bring privacy to the equation. Imagine if civic governance ran with on-chain tools. Or if art and music were ranked with on-chain votes? How can consumer apps get better feedback from users regarding on-chain elections? We cover all of this and more in today’s episode.Tune in to learn from an operator who has closely observed the evolution of on-chain governance over the years and built critical tooling for it. Signing out, Saurabh From The Community Many of our community members have been busy shipping. Highlighting some of them below in today’s issue. * Stormzer0 from Anagram, announced the launch of Glider - a personal, customizable hedge fund that runs on-chain * Sage announced the release of Rolodex.social. Think of it as a private member directory for communities. * Aditya Shetty from Superteam announced a grant for analysts looking to explore the state of consumer applications. * Charliemarketplace.eth shipped a trending dashboard for crypto-twitter. * Saumya Saxena has been tinkering with a prediction market that runs natively on Telegram and Farcaster. Get an early preview here. * Swastik dropped a beautiful compilation on GTM strategies . Join us on Telegram to talk directly with the people behind these products and for some fun debates. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.decentralised.co…

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Ep 15 - What intersubjectivity is, the future and risks of AVS's with Robert Drost head of EigenLayer Foundation 1:27:59

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Robert Drost is the CEO of @eigenfoundation, research partner at Ethereal Ventures and the former head of R&D at ConsenSys. Prior to jumping into crypto, he was an accomplished engineer with a 159 patents to his name. Our conversation delves into▪ Parallels between Web2 and Web3 infrastructure development▪ Issues in Web2 that are the biggest opportunities in Web3▪ What EigenLayer unlocks and the value it brings▪ How restaking to revolutionises blockchain economics▪ Why intersubjectivity might be the key to decentralised governance Tune in to our latest episode for some deep insights on the evolution of internet infrastructure, the potential of restaking to revolutionise blockchain economics, and why intersubjectivity might be the key to genuinely decentralised governance. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.decentralised.co…

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Ep 14 - Antonio García Martínez from Spindl 1:02:22

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Have you ever made an impulse purchase on Instagram? Our guest today may have a role to play in it. Antonio García Martínez was part of the team that helped Facebook build its ad engine. He is also the author of Chaos Monkeys —a beautiful memoir of how the startup ecosystem used to be in the early 2010s and what it took to survive it. He was also a former advisor to Twitter. Antonio’s latest startup, Spindl, helps Web3 native firms attribute users to their traffic sources. Think of it as a Web3 native ad network. In our issue today, we explore why ads as primitive are here to stay, the challenges with business models in Web3, and why a fully on-chain ad network is a necessity for scaling the industry to a billion users. Tune in to our latest episode for some distilled wisdom on what it takes to survive market cycles, the need for conviction, and why advertisements are here to stay. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.decentralised.co…

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Ep 13 - Gin Chao from NLH 1:15:11

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Gin Chao from No Limit Holdings joins us today to draw parallels with the evolution of the web and the state of crypto. No Limit Holdings is a venture investment firm that was early to back the likes of Ethena (now valued at $7.5 Billion) and Wynd. Gin's journey into crypto started a decade back with a poker game involving CZ. Prior to starting No Limit Holdings, he was the Chief Strategy Officer at Binance. His core focus areas were venture investments and corporate development. He has been on the board of Binance US, for a little over three years. In today’s episode, we go deep into Gin’s investment philosophies, his view on the cycle, and the key sectors he’s focused on. Tune in for notes from a seasoned veteran who has seen multiple billion-dollar companies from their seed stages to multi-billion-dollar valuations.Twitter: https://x.com/Decentralisedco Website: Decentralised.coSaurabh: https://x.com/desh_saurabh/photo Sid: https://x.com/shutterbugsid This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.decentralised.co…

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Ep 12 - Mike Silagadze from EtherFi 30:38

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Today, we’re joined by Mike Silagadze , the CEO and founder of EtherFi. Before EtherFi, he was the founder and CEO of Top Hat, a dynamic courseware company for educators. He scaled that to over 500 employees and $60 million in revenue before switching his focus to crypto. Mike was also early to Bitcoin. His first Bitcoin purchase was at 80 cents in 2011, and he has been closely following the space ever since. Our conversation delves into the waters of the liquid restaking landscape, discussing the value and risks associated with it. We uncover the genesis and evolution of EtherFi over the years. Mike shares how EtherFi went from being a hedge fund to becoming the largest liquid restaking protocol on Ethereum. We also get Mike’s thoughts on the difficulties of doing an airdrop and the low float high FDV meta.Listen for a crash course on liquid restaking and the road ahead for EtherFi. _________Links.1. Newsletter : Decentralised.co2. Our Twitter: https://x.com/Decentralisedco 3. Saurabh Deshpande: https://x.com/desh_saurabh 4. Mike Silagadze: https://x.com/MikeSilagadze This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.decentralised.co…

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Prasanna Sankar from 0xPPL 1:43:05

منذ 40 weeks1:43:05

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Today, we are joined by one of our portfolio founders, Prasanna Sankar . We have been huge fans and investors in what he has been building with 0xppl. The product helps users know what their friends are doing on-chain. Think of it as Facebook, but for user wallets. Prior to founding 0xppl, Prasanna was involved with building Rippling - a company currently valued at $10 billion. He has been building consumer social products since the early 2010s and brings a wealth of knowledge around what it takes to go 0 to 1. We discuss why optimists win in markets, how philosophy helps persevere and the similarities between 2008 era Silicon Valley and Web3 today. Tune in for insights from a seasoned operator. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.decentralised.co…

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Podcast Episode: Keone From Monad 52:00

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Monad was in the news in April 2024 for raising a little over $225 million. As of publishing, it is the largest venture round round in crypto for the year. But what even justifies that amount of money going into a new network? Why is it even needed?Our latest episode is an hour long conversation with Keone Hon. Prior to building Monad, he spent a decade as a quant working on high frequency trading strategies. He and his crew, have been building a blockchain from the ground up, with the intention of supporting large-scale financial markets. What would that take? A custom state database, a whole new consensus mechanism and an alternative approach to transaction execution. Sounds like jargon? It likely does. Keone explains how these things work in fairly simple terms. Along the way, he breaks down notes for founders looking to raise and how to engage with communities while building a protocol.Tune in for some alpha on what could be built on Monad and what it takes to make 10,0000 transactions per second possible on a blockchain. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.decentralised.co…

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Sanket Shah from Polygon 1:00:41

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How do you scale as an employee alongside a network that is on its way to a multi-billion dollar valuation? What does it take to go from being an intern to Head of Strategy at a network that has acquired some of the most talented people in Web3? Sankset Shah may have the answers. In today’s episode, he joins us to discuss his journey over the years with Polygon Network. Early on, he had joined in a part-time capacity while juggling the needs of a startup and B-School. In his own words, he “focused where the fire was”. That focus had him juggling roles in marketing, BD and strategy. He joins us to explain Polygon’s evolution over the years and what’s next for the network trying to be the trust layer for the internet. Tune in for a brief on how early-stage employees adapt to the needs of a rapidly growing rocket ship and a good explainer on what’s cooking under the hood at Polygon Network. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.decentralised.co…

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Podcast Episode : Austin from Anagram 1:04:07

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Our guest for the episode is Austin Adams from Anagram . We discuss the reasons for Solana’s congestion, fixes that have already gone live, and other measures in the works that will further alleviate the problem. We also discuss the highly anticipated Firedancer client and the state of L2s on Solana. Austin also helps us keep up to speed on the developments of ZK projects on Solana. This is a technical discussion. If you’re new to the Solana ecosystem, we recommend reading our past articles on Solana to get adequate context. 1. The Solana Ecosystem 2. Jito’s Joyrid e3. MEV on Solana This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.decentralised.co…

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Podcast Episode : Sunny from Osmosis 49:35

منذ 47 weeks49:35

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Sunny Aggarwal from Osmosis labs joins us in this episode to discuss the emergence of L2s, meme-assets, and the future of shared security. Sunny was an early member of the team behind Cosmos and is currently a co-founder of Osmosis labs. He joins us to share how his career has evolved over the past three cycles, what he has learned along the way, and a few contrarian stances on where the market is headed. His takes are backed with substance that comes from operating deep in the industry. Stream for lessons from one of the best in our industry. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.decentralised.co…

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Podcast Episode: Vishwa from Anera Labs 1:10:55

منذ 48 weeks1:10:55

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Today, we are joined by Vishwa from Anera Labs. From setting up a fund of funds to running a fintech company and using ChatGPT to enter crypto hackathons - this is a unique tale. One that captures the soul and spirit of crypto. He joins us today to explain the emerging market for intents and the role they would play for UX in the years to come. Along the way, he breaks down the economics of MEV, why founders should build goodwill while going from zero to one, and the importance of market-makers in DeFi. Listen for some rich context from an operator on how to break into an emergent sector while being a complete outsider. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.decentralised.co…

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Podcast Episode: Arjun from LiFi 37:52

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Hello,We are joined by Arjun Chand from LiFi today to discuss all things bridges. They have grown into an ecosystem handling close to $20 billion today. As the number of blockchain ecosystems increase, bridges will become crucial infrastructure enabling the movement of money between them. LiFi is a dominant player facilitating SDKs for developers looking to embed bridges in their applications. Think of them as tooling that helps developers make their applications function across chains. Arjun joins us to explain how bridges work, the challenges with maintaining them and the trade-offs involved in developing bridges for new ecosystems. Along the way, he also explains how industries tend to adopt new standards. You can listen to the podcast directly on Substack, or use the following links * iTunes * Spotify In a multichain world, exchanging value and information across chains has become a norm. If you want to access an airdrop on Arbitrum based on the activity of your wallet on Ethereum, you will have to bridge some small amount of ETH as gas to Arbitrum. If you want to mint an NFT on Solana but have all your funds on Ethereum, you must use some bridge to get your stables on Solana. Why is this a big deal? The chart below offers some clues. At close to 325k users each week, bridging related applications see the most users and money flowing through them. More than $3 billion worth of value was moved in the last week alone. As of March 25, over $20 billion is locked in bridge contracts. It's safe to say that bridges are crucial and here to stay. Arjun has had a front-seat view watching this critical infrastructure evolve over the years. He has built a following writing long-forms on bridges as a theme. You can read some of it in the following links. * Trust is a spectrum * Aggregation in a multi-chain world * Trade offs in intent based bridges * Risk framework for bridges Listen to the podcast for context on how bridges are enabling that transition and the economic opportunity in building them. Happy Weekend! Saurabh This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.decentralised.co…

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