0xResearch

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...

In this episode, our Blockworks Research analysts discuss Bitcoin’s new institutional buyers, current market sentiment, and Solana REV. They also dive into the current state of memecoins, and what the next phase, if any, looks like. Finally, they cover institutional development taking place in crypto, and the breaking news of HyperEVMs launch, as well as Monad’s testnet. Thanks for tuning in! As a...

In this episode, our Blockworks Research analysts discuss the current state of the market, Super Cycle cope, and Ethereum’s future. They also dive into the idea of native rollups, and what it means to be aligned with Ethereum. Finally, they unpack Berachain’s launch; what went right, what went wrong, and what might happen going forward. Thanks for tuning in! As always, remember this podcast is for...

In this episode, our Blockworks Research analysts discuss Solana Post-TRUMP launch, Jito’s TipRouter, and the Binance Listing Premium. They also unpack the relationship between VectorFun and Tensor. Finally, they end the episode with coverage of social trading apps, and Berachain's imminent launch. Thanks for tuning in! As always, remember this podcast is for informational purposes only, and any v...

In this episode, Jason and Andrea from Story Protocol joined us to discuss onchain IP, validating IP, and the primary use cases for Story Protocol. We also dove into Story’s Agent TCP/IP and all that it entails. Finally, we ended the episode with discussion on exporting IP to other chains, centralized competitors, and where onchain IP is headed. Thanks for tuning in! As always, remember this podca...

In this episode, our Blockworks Research analysts discuss DeepSeek’s impact on the market, Trump’s executive orders and the repeal of SAB 121, and the recent XMoney announcement. They also unpack TRUMP’s impact on Solana. Finally, they close the episode with a deep dive into Jupiter’s recent flurry of announcements, and their continued dominance in the Solana Ecosystem. Thanks for tuning in! As al...

In this episode, Luca Netz joins us to discuss the upcoming launch of Abstract Chain, their consumer-centric focus, and Abstract’s focus on UX. We also discuss the decision behind using Celestia for DA, Abstract’s Hub of Fun, valuing IP onchain, and avoiding brand dilution. Finally, we got Luca’s thoughts on where L2s and NFTs are headed. Thanks for tuning in! As always, remember this podcast is f...

In this episode, we sat down with the CEO of Union, Karel, to discuss Union’s architecture, including CometBLS, and Galois. We also covered what makes Union unique, and how modularity in crypto will evolve going forward. Finally, Karel told us what to expect from Union in 2025. Thanks for tuning in! As always, remember this podcast is for informational purposes only, and any views expressed by any...

In this episode, our Blockworks Research analysts discuss the launch of Trump’s memecoin, Solana’s boom in activity, and the SIMD 228 proposal. They also dive into the Base ecosystem, ETH blobs, and the Coinbase x Morpho partnership. 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, no...

In this episode, we’re joined by Lei and Namik from MegaETH! We discuss what it means to be a “real-time blockchain”, MegaETH’s architecture, and the current state of L2s. Additionally, cover MegaMafia, and their fundraising efforts on Echo. Finally, we end the episode by asking - who’s your biggest competitor? Thanks for tuning in! As always, remember this podcast is for informational purposes on...

In this episode, our Blockworks Research analysts discuss the current state of Ethereum! They cover Ethereum’s REV, the OP Collective’s business model, and the L1 to L2 relationship going forward. Additionally, they dive into Ethereum DA, and the splintering of the Ethereum community. Finally, they discuss the impact ETF flows might have on ETH in 2025. Thanks for tuning in! As always, remember th...

In this episode, we’re joined by Max from HyperActive, Omnia from Kinetiq, and Tolks to discuss all things Hyperliquid! We covered the early days of Hyperliquid, competition with Solana, and Hyperliquid’s growth thus far. Finally, we dove into whether or not Hyperliquid is an L3, and the bear cases for Hyperliquid going forward. Thanks for tuning in! As always, remember this podcast is for informa...

In this episode, we discuss recent market activity, Virtuals revenue, and the stickiness of PumpFun. Finally, we reset, and looked into activity on Bitcoin and Ethereum, and gave our outlooks for each asset in 2025. 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...

In this episode, we’re looking back on 2024! We cover our biggest mistakes, what we would have done differently, airdrop feedback loops, chasing beta, and more! 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. -- SKALE is the next evolution in Layer 1 blockchains...

In this episode, our Blockworks Research analysts discuss current market sentiment, network REV, and the Sui MEV scene. Finally, they close out the episode with their thoughts on how the AI sector has evolved, and where it might be headed next. 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 o...

In this episode, our Blockworks Research analysts discuss their theses heading into 2025! They cover AI Agents, Ethena and its impact on money markets, the supply of stablecoins, and the next generation of L1s. 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. --...

In this episode, we discuss the launch of PENGU, Solana’s ability to continue accelerating, and the problems faced by PerpDEXs. We also unpack what is happening on Filecoin before closing the episode with thoughts on the notorious hot ball of money. 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 th...

In this episode, our Blockworks Research analysts discuss the recent market pullback, and ETH’s performance so far this cycle. They also dove into Hyperliquid’s valuation, what Monad, Berachain, and MegaETH are building, and asked themselves - will there be an EVM Renaissance? Thanks for tuning in! As always, remember this podcast is for informational purposes only, and any views expressed by anyo...

In this episode, we’re joined by Kevin, the Co-founder and CTO of Aftermath Finance! We discussed their decision to build on Sui, capturing memecoin activity, liquid staking with afSUI, and MEV on Sui. They also covered the growth of Aftermath, and the surge in activity on Sui. Finally, Kevin gave his thoughts on what the next 12 months will have in store for Aftermath Finance Thanks for tuning in...