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Gm, this week we discuss the state of Solana DeFi. We deep dive into why is everyone so bearish, Ethereum's big pivot, Solana perps market share, app revenue, bringing Bitcoin onchain & more. Enjoy! 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. -- Accelerate your app development on...

In this episode, Danny and Westie discuss their current market outlook, Bitcoin’s relative strength, and stagnation in crypto. They also unpack Ethereum’s strategic shift toward L1 scaling, the evolving meme coin launchpad landscape, and a wave of new L1 blockchain raises. Thanks for tuning in! As always, remember this podcast is for informational purposes only, and any views expressed by anyone o...

In this episode, we discuss our current crypto market outlooks, Helium’s efforts to decentralize telecom infrastructure, and Ethena’s evolution into an institutional DeFi chain. We also discuss the state of decentralized AI, US regulatory impacts on DeFi, and macro influences shaping crypto markets heading into summer. Thanks for tuning in! As always, remember this podcast is for informational pur...

In this episode, we’re joined by Co-founder of DBA, Jon Charbonneau, to discuss the current state of venture and liquid markets, Bitcoin’s evolving narrative, and whether crypto VCs should benchmark against BTC. We also cover Solana and Celestia’s long-term prospects, Ethereum’s scaling challenges, and broader changes in crypto culture. Thanks for tuning in! As always, remember this podcast is for...

In this episode, the 0xResearch crew dives into Bitcoin’s potential decoupling from US equities, the rise of Zora’s controversial content coin model, and the implications of its “for-fun” token. They also explore app vs. chain revenue dynamics, and the evolving role of “fat apps” in capturing value across crypto ecosystems. Thanks for tuning in! As always, remember this podcast is for informationa...

In this episode, we’re joined by Guy Young , Founder at Ethena Labs, to discuss the rapid growth of USDe, the design of their new products like USDtb, and the launch of Converge and Ethereal. He shares insights on stablecoin infrastructure, institutional adoption, risk management, and Ethena’s broader vision to bridge DeFi with TradFi. Thanks for tuning in! As always, remember this podcast is for...

In this episode, our Blockworks Research analysts cover shifting macro conditions, the growth of tokenized gold, Solana’s rising institutional interest, and the evolving overlap between crypto and traditional finance. They also examine airdrop mechanics, critique Berachain’s approach, and debate what trends will define the next two years. Thanks for tuning in! As always, remember this podcast is f...

In this episode, we’re joined by Paul Faecks, the Founder of Plasma, and Zaheer of Split Capital, to discuss Plasma, a blockchain focused solely on providing stablecoin infrastructure. We dive into why general-purpose chains aren’t optimized for stablecoin settlement, Plasma’s architecture and how they will mitigate spam, and the broader implications for global payments, regulation, and the stable...

In this episode, we explore PumpFun’s competition with Raydium, frontend design as a competitive moat, Solana’s share of network REV and application revenue, Ethereum’s ongoing scaling and governance challenges, and Bitcoin’s correlation to the stock market. Thanks for tuning in! As always, remember this podcast is for informational purposes only, and any views expressed by anyone on the show are...

In this episode, we’re joined by Felix Jauvin, Host of the Forward Guidance podcast, and James Christoph, a guy from our Telegram group, to dive into current crypto market positioning, stablecoin monetization, and Hyperliquid’s HLP. We also discuss institutional interest in DeFi tokens, crypto’s split token-equity dynamic, risks for Ethena and Pendle, pumpfun's staying power, and why Robinhood may...

In this episode, our Blockworks Research analysts are back from DAS NYC to unpack Q1’s market volatility, institutional sentiment around crypto, and the growing stablecoin landscape. They also explore regulation such as the GENIUS Act, and how retail can position amid shifting market dynamics. Thanks for tuning in! As always, remember this podcast is for informational purposes only, and any views...

In this episode, Haseeb Qureshi, and Mike Dudas debate whether VCs still matter in crypto. They unpack the rise of meme coins, crowd sale platforms, and the challenges of sustainable token models—while defending the evolving role of VCs as long-term partners in the ecosystem. Thanks for tuning in! As always, remember this podcast is for informational purposes only, and any views expressed by anyon...

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 t...

In this episode, we discuss the evolving landscape of institutional crypto adoption. We explore differences in investment focus between traditional institutions and crypto natives, the sustainability of memecoin activity, and the competitive positioning of DeFi protocols like Aave. The conversation also touches on emerging blockchain ecosystems and the broader implications of regulatory shifts on...

This episode of 0xResearch explores Bitcoin-backed lending with John Glover, CIO of Ledn. He discusses why Bitcoin is an ideal collateral, how risk management helped Ledn survive market collapses, and the growing demand for Bitcoin-backed loans globally. The conversation also touches on DeFi lending, regulatory challenges, and Ledn’s plans for expanding funding options. Thanks for tuning in! As al...

In this episode, we dive into the challenges of valuing digital assets with Ryan Connor, Jon Charbonneau from DBA, and Matthew Sigel from VanEck. The discussion covers the applicability of traditional valuation models to crypto, the role of sentiment and flows, the impact of tokenomics, and the relevance of technical analysis in the space. Thanks for tuning in! As always, remember this podcast is...

In this episode, Jito Labs CEO Lucas Bruder joined us at DAS to discuss crypto’s growing dialogue with regulators, and the potential for staked ETFs. We also dive into Solana governance, SIMD-228 and SIMD-123, and the evolving validator landscape. 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 thei...

In this episode, Danny and Westie discuss their current outlook for the crypto market, Solana's controversial ad, and whether or not memes are truly dead. They analyze onchain data, explore governance dynamics around SIMD-228, and debate whether TradFi firms like Robinhood are poised to dominate established players in DeFi. The duo also reflects on the broader crypto landscape, offering insights o...

In this episode of 0xResearch, Steven Goldfeder, co-founder and CEO of Offchain Labs, joins to discuss Arbitrum's latest developments. To kick things off, Steven breaks down Timeboost, a new transaction ordering policy aimed at balancing fairness and MEV value capture. We also dive into Ethereum’s interoperability challenges, governance dynamics, and the long-term vision for scaling and innovation...

In this episode, our Blockworks Research analysts dives into key market updates, including the U.S. Strategic Bitcoin Reserve announcement, and Bitcoin’s outlook going forward. They also explore Solana’s SIMD-228 proposal, and its implications for validators and staking rewards. Finally, they discuss the future of real-world assets onchain Thanks for tuning in! As always, remember this podcast is...

In this episode, we’re joined by the one and only Josh Litchman to discuss the power of front-end moats, building effective feedback loops, and the evolving landscape of crypto gaming. The conversation dives into how opinionated front ends shape user behavior, why order flow is the ultimate asset, and how games like Pixels leverage behavioral economics. We also explore the shift from traditional f...

In this episode, our Blockworks Research analysts dive into key market developments, including Trump’s recent comments on a potential U.S. crypto reserve and its market implications. They debate whether Bitcoin should be the sole asset in such a reserve, and analyze broader market sentiment. The discussion shifts to Solana’s DEX landscape, and the potential impact of Pump.fun’s new AMM on Raydium’...

In this episode, we’re joined by Tolks and zkMike to discuss the U.S. Strategic Reserve, the maturation of crypto markets, and the thesis behind Grass. We also covered Bitcoin order flow, sentiment at ETHDenver, and utilizing the latest AI tools for research. Thanks for tuning in! As always, remember this podcast is for informational purposes only, and any views expressed by anyone on the show are...

In this episode, our Blockworks Research analysts discuss the recent ByBit hack, Kaito’s airdrop, and the sustainability of airdrops. They also dive into the various token deployment methods, and DeFi UX today. Finally, they shout out the mad man trying to CTO Aptos. Thanks for tuning in! As always, remember this podcast is for informational purposes only, and any views expressed by anyone on the...

In this episode, we’re joined by Ian Unsworth, Co-founder of Kairos Research to discuss restaking, compressed yields, and SIMD-228. We also dive into Solana’s vibe shift, Solana REV post TRUMP and LIBRA, and Unichain’s slow start. Finally, we end the episode with some yapping about Kaito, new high performance networks, and what does a restaking guy look like? Thanks for tuning in! As always, remem...