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In this episode, the Hivemind team unpacks their biggest insights from Breakpoint and Token2049. They then dive into the surprising resurgence of VC coins, analyzing their performance against memecoins and the potential impact of upcoming unlocks. The discussion then shifts to the market shift, debating Bitcoin's path to potential new highs, Solana's momentum, and how the looming U.S. election cou...

In this episode, Santi and Jason reveal their "uncomfortable bullishness" on crypto, despite recent market choppiness. They dissect Kamala Harris's first pro-crypto statements and their potential impact on the industry. They also dive into the growth of DePIN projects, particularly Helium's surprising metrics and its implications for the sector. They share insights from Breakpoint and Token2049, d...

We apologise for any slight audio glitches in today's episode! This week Chief returns to discuss where are we in the cycle, the outlook for majors & alt's, trading the election, the crypto/AI thesis & much more. Enjoy! -- Follow Chief: https://x.com/chiefingza Follow Avi: https://twitter.com/AviFelman Follow Jonah: https://twitter.com/jvb_xyz Follow 1000x: https://twitter.com/1000xPod Join the 10...

In this episode, Urbit founder Curtis Yarvin presents a case for reimagining the internet from the ground up. Yarvin dissects the evolution of the internet from its decentralized origins to today's centralized "social databases," explaining how this shift has degraded online communities and compromised digital sovereignty. He introduces Urbit as a potential solution, detailing its unique approach...

In this episode, the Jason and Santi dive deep into their experiences at Token2049 in Singapore. They discuss the staggering scale of Asian crypto exchanges, the emergence of yield-generating stablecoins, and the stark contrast in user adoption between Asia and the West. The conversation also touches on founder fatigue in the crypto space, Singapore's unique governance model, and the evolving vent...

1000x livestreams are your chance to get Avi and Jonah to answer your crypto market questions in real time! This episode we discuss how to trade crypto's current market regime, Fed rate cuts, the BTC to alt rotation, is ETH the XRP of this cycle & much more. Enjoy! -- Follow Avi: https://x.com/AviFelman   Follow Jonah: https://x.com/jvb_xyz Follow 1000x: https://x.com/1000xPod Join the 1000x Teleg...

In this episode, we explore the critical intersection of AI and crypto with Casey Caruso and Mohamed Baioumy. They delve into why decentralization could be the key to democratizing AI, unpack edge computing, local AI models, and the potential for crypto and AI. We also tackle the challenges of privacy, the importance of solving real-world problems, and the broader implications of AI development on...

In this episode, the Delphi team dives deep into the real impact of AI on the global economy and job market. They explore the potential for AI to create a deflationary environment and discuss how this might affect various industries. The conversation then shifts to the intersection of AI and crypto, examining potential investment opportunities and the role of open-source models. The team also touc...

In this episode, Allen, of Everest Ventures Group (EVG), dives deep into the crypto landscape in Asia. He discusses the cultural nuances of doing business in Asia, the power dynamics between exchanges, developers, and "crypto gangs," and the unique characteristics of various Asian markets. Allen shares insights on enterprise adoption, the impact of major events like FTX and Terra, and offers valua...

In this episode, we dive deep into decentralized internet with Neil Chatterjee, the founder of DAWN. Neil explains the current state of internet infrastructure, the hidden costs behind ISP pricing, and how Dawn aims to disrupt this model using crypto. We explore the concept of Decentralized Autonomous Wireless Networks (DAWNs), discussing its potential to dramatically reduce internet costs for con...

In this episode, we dive deep into the current state of the crypto, unpacking the phenomenon of "quiet quitting" and the shifting landscape of adoption. We examine the regulatory challenges facing OpenSea and Binance, and shed light on the often-overlooked dominance of Asian crypto markets. The conversation then turns to the concept of "time billionaires" and the true value of our most precious re...

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In this episode, we dive deep into MegaETH. Namik and Shuyao discuss their unique approach of centralized sequencing and decentralized validation, their commitment to Ethereum, and their vision for enabling truly innovative Web3 applications. They explain the technical aspects of their solution, including extreme node specialization and hardware requirements. The conversation also touches on ecosy...

In this episode, we are joined back Jack O'Holleran to unpack the potential of gas-free blockchains and why these are necessary for mass adoption. We also explore the double-edged sword of "narrative market fit" in crypto, discussing how hype can both help and hinder true innovation. The conversation then shifts to the importance of building for crypto's endgame, the challenges of building in cryp...

In this episode of Hivemind we dive into the arrest of Telegram founder Pavel Durov and its implications for digital freedom. The team explores Maker's rebranding to Skynet and what this means for DeFi. We also debate whether increasing censorship could actually be bullish for crypto, examining the push towards decentralized platforms. The conversation touches on market movements, the ETH/BTC rati...

In this episode, Jeremy Allaire, CEO of Circle, discusses the future of money. He explains how stablecoins are transforming global finance by increasing the velocity of money transfers and reducing friction in transactions. Allaire shares insights on the regulatory landscape for cryptocurrencies, Circle's journey to become a publicly traded company, and his vision for a more efficient and accessib...

1000x livestreams are your chance to get Avi and Jonah to answer your crypto market questions in real time. We deep dive into what's next for crypto, Telegram/TON, is ETH this cycles XRP, how to improve trade execution & more before ending the episode with a live Q&A segment. Enjoy! -- Follow Avi: https://twitter.com/AviFelman Follow Jonah: https://twitter.com/jvb_xyz Follow 1000x: https://twitter...

In this episode, Raoul Pal and Dan Tapiero explain how global liquidity cycles could propel crypto to a staggering $100 trillion market. They break down the "Everything Code" concept, explaining how broader economic trends are setting the stage for crypto's explosive growth. Pal and Tapiero unpack China's economic challenges, debate AI's impact on employment, and share their strategies for portfol...

In this episode, Jason is joined by the founders of Delphi Digital to talk about their journey from a small research firm to an investing, research, and consulting juggernaut. They unpack their unique "umbrella thinking" approach to decision-making, the challenges of managing a rapidly growing organization and portfolio, and their insights into the current state of the crypto market They also expl...

In this episode, we try to figure out how to use Twitch. We discuss Pump.fun, can crypto bounce & catch up to equities, finding crypto's next big trade, BTC miners, the AI narrative & more. Enjoy! -- Follow Avi: https://twitter.com/AviFelman Follow Jonah: https://twitter.com/jvb_xyz Follow 1000x: https://twitter.com/1000xPod Get top market insights and the latest in crypto news. Subscribe to Block...

In this episode, we dive deep into the world of Layer 1 ecosystems with the founders of Monad and Berachain. The conversation explores the intricacies of community building, brand development, and the challenges of attracting developers. Keone and Smokey share their strategies for ecosystem growth, discuss the importance of interoperability, and offer their vision for the future of decentralized a...

In this episode of The Hivemind, the team dives deep into the current state of crypto markets, discussing the market chop. They explore the evolving landscape of Ethereum's L2 ecosystem, comparing it to Solana's approach and debating the future of DeFi. The conversation shifts to the political implications for crypto, analyzing recent advisor selections by Kamala Harris. Finally, they touch on the...

In today's episode, Santi and Jason dive deep into the recent WBTC drama involving BitGo and Justin Sun, exploring its implications for the crypto industry. We discuss the potential impact of Kamala Harris's advisors on crypto regulation and debate the manipulation of prediction markets in politics. We also discuss whether crypto regulatory crackdown might have peaked. The conversation then shifts...

In this episode, Anil from Rome Protocol unpacks using Solana's infrastructure for Ethereum L2 sequencing. The discussion covers the challenges of centralized sequencers, the importance of MEV in the L2 ecosystem, and the potential for crosschain atomic transactions. The conversation delves into how combining elements from different blockchains might address scalability issues without sacrificing...

In today's episode, Santi, Jason, and special guest Pranav debate if we are we truly in a new crypto cycle. They analyze the uneven market recovery, with Solana and meme coins outperforming while other assets struggle. The conversation explores potential hidden leverage, the impact of the upcoming U.S. presidential election, and strategies for navigating market uncertainty. They also discuss the e...