Lightspeed is a podcast for those interested in how crypto can solve real problems and create products users love. It's a callback to the garage days of Silicon Valley, where builders pushed the limits of hardware and software to build world-changing products. We interview the projects and founders that will make this same impact today.
...see more
Lightspeed is a podcast for those interested in how crypto can solve real problems and create products users love. It's a callback to the garage days of Silicon Valley, where builders pushed the limits of hardware and software to build world-changing products. We interview the projects and founders that will make this same impact today.
...see more
Subscribe and Listen Anywhere
Recent Episodes of Lightspeed
Unpacking Solana’s Total Economic Value | Dan Smith
Gm! In this episode, Dan Smith from Blockworks Research joined us to discuss L2 MEV extraction, Blockworks Research’s Solana Dashboard, and Total Economic Value on Solana! Additionally, we discussed how validators earn revenue from MEV, and supporting small validators. Finally, we unpacked Sanctum's recent LST partnerships, and speculated on whether or not NFTs will ever make a comeback. Enjoy!
Resources
Blockworks Research Solana Dashboard: https://solana.blockworksresearch.com/
Dan Checks the Chain Part 1: https://x.com/smyyguy/status/1831761080252539182
Dan Checks the Chain Part 2: https://x.com/smyyguy/st...
Episode • 10 September 2024 • 1h, 7m and 55s
Incubating Solana’s Next Unicorns | Emon Motamedi
Gm! In this episode, we’re joined by Emon Motamedi, the Head of Solana Incubator! We discussed Solana Incubator’s selection process, the first cohort of projects, and synergies with Solana Mobile. We also dove into the stories behind Sanctum and Meme Royale! Finally, Emon gave his thoughts on evaluating startups on Solana. Enjoy!
Grow your company alongside Solana Labs: https://incubator.solanalabs.com/
--
Follow Emon: https://x.com/EmonMotamedi
Follow Mert: https://x.com/0xMert_
Follow Jack: https://x.com/whosknave
Follow Ligh...
Episode • 5 September 2024 • 57m and 25s
Solana's Next Narrative | Weekly Roundup
Gm! In this episode, Jack and Mert discuss the recent arrest of Pavel Durov, and its repercussions. They also ask themselves, who does the responsibility of content moderation fall on? Additionally, they unpack the internal debate heating up within the Ethereum Community. Finally, they talk about how they view narratives, and what Solana’s next narrative might be. Enjoy!
--
Follow Mert: https://x.com/0xMert_
Follow Jack: https://x.com/whosknave
Follow Lightspeed: https://twitter.com/Lightspeedpodhq
Subscribe to the Lightspeed Newsletter: https://blockworks.co/ne...
Episode • 31 August 2024 • 1h, 6m and 47s
Will Prediction Markets Survive? | Kyle & Nigel
Gm! In this episode, Kyle, the CEO of Hedgehog Markets, and Nigel, the CEO of BetHog, joined us to discuss a burning question: will prediction markets survive? We covered the UI improvements prediction markets have made, how these markets are useful for surveying public opinion, and solutions for resolving gray area outcomes. Additionally, we talked about Hedgehog Markets usage of Blinks for prediction markets. Finally, Kyle told us what success looks like for Hedgehog Markets. Enjoy!
Resources
Nigel’s Post on Prediction Markets: https://x.com/nigeleccles/status/1828133312306552854
--
...
Episode • 29 August 2024 • 1h, 10m and 47s
Crypto’s Instant Payments Breakthrough | Ben Mills
Gm! In this episode, Ben Mills, the Co-founder of Meso, joined us to discuss peer-to-peer payments! We looked back on the early days of P2P payment apps, how crypto can improve upon these web2 systems, and building trust with users. Additionally, we discussed his journey from Venmo to Solana, and how Venmo was able to stand out amongst its peers. Finally, we talked about the unique challenges crypto founders face, and how mainstream adoption is a meme. Enjoy!
--
Follow Ben: https://x.com/benemills
Follow Jack: https://x.com/whosknave
<...Episode • 27 August 2024 • 1h, 5m and 13s
Crypto Incentive Models Are Broken | Weekly Roundup
Gm! In this episode, Jack and Mert discuss how betting rebranded to prediction markets, and potential SocialFi and prediction market crossovers! They also dove into the EigenLayer airdrop controversy, and the conflicts of interest associated with it. Additionally, they asked - do we need fewer tokens? Are current crypto incentive models broken? Finally, they discussed the pros and cons of crypto payment systems. Enjoy!
Resources
Unpacking a potential Polymarket ‘ban’: https://blockworks.co/news/unpacking-potential-polymarket-ban
Coindesk: Top Crypto Startup Drove Other Projects’ Airdrops to its Employees: https://x.com...
Episode • 22 August 2024 • 55m and 18s
Will A Solana ETF Get Approved? | Matthew Sigel
Gm! In this episode, Matthew Sigel from VanEck joined us to discuss VanEck’s Solana ETF filing, gauging customer demand for spot crypto ETFs, and an ETFs impact on the Solana network. We also dive into what Solana needs to improve on, determining the value of L1s, and bringing the NASDAQ onchain.
Enjoy!
Resources
Recent Developments With Solana ETF 19b-4s:https://x.com/matthew_sigel/status/1825630561865715912?s=46&t=Bicxk0ccRPkhOv9SfacvBQ
--
Follow Matthew: https://x.com/matthew_si...
Episode • 20 August 2024 • 51m and 59s
How Ore Broke Solana | Hardhat Chad
Gm! In this episode, Hardhat Chad from Ore joined us to discuss their mission to improve Proof of Work! We discuss Ore’s origin story, differences between Ore v1 vs Ore v2, and how Ore fits into the Store of Value narrative. Additionally, we dive into how Proof of Work concepts can solve the fair launch problem. Finally, Hardhat Chad gives us insight into the upcoming Ore game being developed. Enjoy!
--
Follow Ore: https://x.com/OREsupply
Follow Hardhat Chad: https://x.com/HardhatChad
Follow Mert: https://x.com/0xMert_
<...Episode • 16 August 2024 • 1h, 46s
Raydium’s Rise to the Top | 0xInfra
Gm! In this episode, 0xInfra joined us to discuss all things Raydium! We dove into Raydium’s volume boom, how they deter pool deployment spam, and what led to their rise to the top of the Solana DEX space. Additionally, we looked back on the early days of Raydium, where they are today, and where they are heading next! Finally, discussed Pumpfun’s impact on Solana’s onchain activity. Enjoy!
--
Follow Infra: https://x.com/0xINFRA
Follow Mert: https://x.com/0xMert_
Follow Jack: https://x.com/whosknave
Follow...
Episode • 13 August 2024 • 1h, 1m and 10s
Solana Still Has a Ton of Problems | Weekly Roundup
Gm! In this episode, Jack and Mert discuss the recent Solana patch, and how security issues are handled. Additionally, they dive into the decentralization of Solana’s validator set, why client diversity matters, and separating market movements from underlying fundamentals. Finally, they discuss Ore v2 and Proof of Work on Solana, and provide their thoughts on how rumors develop. Enjoy!
--
Follow Mert: https://x.com/0xMert_
Follow Jack: https://x.com/whosknave
Follow Lightspeed: https://twitter.com/Lightspeedpodhq
Subscribe to the Lightspeed Newsletter: https://blockworks.co...
Episode • 10 August 2024 • 53m and 6s
© 2024 Skill Piper. All rights reserved