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The conversation with Justin Waldron, co-founder of Zynga and now founder of Open Game Protocol, is a masterclass in how distribution models evolve in games and how Web3 could power the next one. 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

AI agents are cheap to launch and impossible to trust. This episode is for people building and backing growth-stage crypto startups: how do you pick between thousands of on-chain “trading bots,” research assistants, and execution agents when most collapse in live conditions? Andrew Hill, CEO of Recall, lays out how Recall is trying to become crypto’s neutral trust layer for agents with live competitions, skill markets, and a ranking system you can actually underwrite. Key Moments 00:00:00 - Introduction to Recall 00:01:26 - Introduction to Andrew Hill and Recall 00:01:45 - The Need for a Curation Layer for AI Models 00:03:08 - Recall's Vision and Functioning 00:05:26 - The Role of Competitions in Recall 00:10:45 - The Future of Recall and AI Agents 00:15:26 - Demand for Agentic Systems in Trading 00:17:47 - The Evolution of AI Agents and Their Capabilities 00:20:17 - The Growing Role of AI Agents in Crypto Trading 00:26:51 - The Approach to Evaluating Subjective Skills 00:28:29 - The Behavior of AI Models 00:32:45 - The Role of Curators and Boosters in Recall 00:36:11 - The Future of AI Evaluation and Alignment 00:41:05 - The Role of Recall's Token in the AI Marketplace 00:43:38 - Revenue Lines for Recall 00:45:41 - The Role of Human Judges in Recall 00:48:11 - Challenges for Agent Builders and Future Prospects 00:49:08 - Potential Risks and Fears for Recall 00:49:20 - The Battle of Decentralized vs Centralized Intelligence 00:50:43 - The Future of AI Agents and Complex Tasks 00:51:19 - The Threat of a Single, All-Powerful Agent 00:52:13 - Recall's Achievements and What to Look Forward To 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

In this episode, Luca Netz shares how he took a failing NFT collection and turned it into one of the fastest-growing Web3 brands. We dive into his three-pillar model of ecosystem, attention, and revenue; and explore how Pudgy has sold over 1.5M toys through Walmart and Target, signed 45+ licensing deals, and built a business where culture and cash flow compound.In the episode, talk about: • How 80% of Pudgy’s revenue comes from licensing (45+ active deals) • Why arcade machines, toys, and games beat token drops in driving brand value • What “tokenized culture” actually means—and how it becomes a moat • The future of consumer crypto and Luca’s bet on Abstract’s Portal • Why the next big crypto success might not feel like crypto at all • How to fix crypto’s broken consumer journey • How to turn IP into retail + social currency without losing the core community. Chapters 0:00 – Intro 2:45 – Tokenising Culture, Memes & Influence 10:48 - The role of speculation 15:30 – The Three Pillars of Crypto Value: Ecosystem, Attention & Revenue 21:55 – The Pudgy Playbook: Community, Marketing & $50M Revenue 27:56 – What Luca knew when he bid $2.5 million on Pudgy IP 30:45 – What's Broken in Consumer Crypto 38:20 – Fixing Onboarding: Abstract Portal & The Future of Adoption 49:43 – Building for Gen Z & Gen Alpha 51:10 – Lessons from $PENGU Airdrop 54:09 – Is Token a Product? If you want to know more about Luca, we recently published a story on him here — https://www.thetokendispatch.com/p/the-luca-netz-story 👥 Guest: Luca Netz – CEO at Pudgy Penguins and Igloo Twitter: https://x.com/LucaNetz 🎙️ Host: Saurabh Deshpande – DCo Podcast Twitter: https://x.com/desh_saurabh 📬 Stay Updated: Subscribe to DCo Newsletter → https://www.decentralised.co/subscribe Follow DCo on Twitter → https://x.com/Decentralisedco 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

We sit down with Androo and Andy from HypurrFi who are building at the intersection of on-chain credit and real-world usability.While most DeFi protocols treat borrowing as a one-time action, HypurrFi is making debt dynamic. Think refinancing, real-time spending, and routing capital across markets—without closing your position. We cover: — Why HypurrFi is focused on active debt management — How they're using USDXL (a synthetic dollar) as a programmable debt rail — Why their on-chain card integration changes how crypto holders can spend — How they’re thinking about traders, tax-advantaged holders, and capital efficiency — Why building on Hyperliquid gives them a unique edge, and what the challenges are — What “debt servicing” really means (and how it differs from basic lending) Timestamps — 00:00: Introduction 01:30 Backgrounds 02:00: The Hyperliquid Ecosystem 10:20: "Everyone Is Coming" Thesis 20:00: HyperFi's Core Products & Vision 32:00: The Card & The Philosophy of Debt 46:00: Debt Servicing 58:00: Competition 👥 Guest: Androo Lloyd – Co-Founder at HypurrFi Twitter: https://x.com/androolloyd Andy – Head of Growth at HypurrFi Twitter: https://x.com/andyhyfi 🎙️ Host: Saurabh Deshpande – DCo Podcast Twitter: https://x.com/desh_saurabh 📬 Stay Updated: Subscribe to DCo Newsletter → https://www.decentralised.co/subscribe Follow DCo on Twitter → https://x.com/Decentralisedco 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

Kinetiq co-founder and Hyperliquid contributor Omnia joins to unpack how Hyperliquid evolved from a DEX into a liquidity layer, what HIPs unlock, and why apps like Phantom and Kinetiq are treating it as default. Chapters — 00:00 Podcast Opening & Disclaimer 00:19 Kinetic's Launch & Market Context 03:20 Hyperliquid's Core Thesis 11:33 Hyperliquid Technical Architecture 20:30 Understanding Hyperliquid Improvement Proposals (HIPs) 36:10 Kinetiq's Staking Solutions & Platform Decentralisation 46:06 Custody and Compliant Staking on Hyperliquid 01:01:24 Builder Codes and On-Chain Asset Growth 👥 Guest: Omnia – Co-founder at Kinetiq Twitter: https://x.com/0xOmnia 🎙️ Host: Saurabh Deshpande – DCo Podcast Twitter: https://x.com/desh_saurabh 📬 Stay Updated: Subscribe to DCo Newsletter → https://www.decentralised.co/subscribe Follow DCo on Twitter → https://x.com/Decentralisedco 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

While everyone's been copying MicroStrategy's Bitcoin strategy, Sol Strategies took a different approach. CEO Leah Wald and CTO Max Kaplan join me to discuss why they're building actual infrastructure around Solana instead of just holding tokens. Sol Strategies is a publicly listed company (CSE: HODL) - formerly Cypherpunk Holdings - that transformed from one of the first Bitcoin treasury vehicles in North America into a comprehensive Solana infrastructure company. Sol Strategies now manages more than $500 million worth of SOL through its validators. 🎯 Inside the Episode: • Why Sol Strategies chose Solana over Bitcoin & Ethereum • How they generate yield through staking & validators • Why native yield changes everything for crypto treasury companies • Why premium to NAV won't last forever (and what comes next) • The future of tokenised stocks and Solana DeFi • Why institutional investors are finally paying attention • Breakdown of Solana's performance vs. Hyperliquid • What will change with new Solana validator clients like Firedancer & Alpenglow Timestamps — 0:00  Introduction & The Vision for Solana Investment 5:40  Sol Strategies’ Journey and Investment Thesis 11:58  Market Dynamics and Fundraising 19:16 Why Sol Strategies is Bullish on Solana 27:10 Hyperliquid vs Solana 30:33 How is Solana going to get better? 34:39  The Future of On-Chain Assets & Revenue Diversification 👥 Guest: Leah Wald – CEO at SOL Strategies Twitter: https://x.com/leahwald Max Kaplan – CTO at SOL Strategies Twitter: https://x.com/maxekaplan 🎙️ Host: Saurabh Deshpande – DCo Podcast Twitter: https://x.com/desh_saurabh 📬 Stay Updated: Subscribe to DCo Newsletter → https://www.decentralised.co/subscribe Follow DCo on Twitter → https://x.com/Decentralisedco 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

What actually happens after you hit “swap”? In this episode, Saurabh is joined by Nikita Ovchinnik, founder of BarterSwap, to break down the mechanics of routing, MEV, solvers, and the invisible infrastructure that powers billions in DeFi volume. They explore:– Why AMMs leak value and how orderbooks are making a comeback– The role of solvers, searchers, and market makers in intent-based trading– How MEV is created, who captures it, and whether it can ever be eradicated– BarterSwap’s new product, Superposition — liquidity without TVL– Why most liquidity providers lose money, and what alternatives could work better– Expansion to Solana, L2s, and building infrastructure that scales across chains BarterSwap has routed over $11B in trades. But its model isn’t extractive — it’s about giving users more control over execution, pricing, and outcomes. This episode will make you understand how DeFi works behind the scenes. 00:18 Introduction to MEV and BarterSwap 03:52 AMMs vs Order Books 07:15 The Role of Liquidity Providers in DeFi 13:31 Exploring MEV 19:29 Barter's Approach to MEV 27:50 Liquidity Management with Barter's Superposition 31:14 Barter's Multi-Chain Strategy 33:40 MEV - Good or Bad? 33:51 How Barter is Tackling MEV 34:30 How Superposition Allows Users to Provide Liquidity Without Deploying Assets into a Pool 36:18 Future Plans to Integrate Solana? 40:47 Barter's Business Model 👉 Related reading:The Inevitability of MEV 👥 Guest: Nikita Ovchinnik – Co-founder at BarterSwap Twitter: https://x.com/novaovchinnik 🎙️ Host: Saurabh Deshpande – DCo Podcast Twitter: https://x.com/desh_saurabh 📬 Stay Updated: Subscribe to DCo Newsletter → https://www.decentralised.co/subscribe Follow DCo on Twitter → https://x.com/Decentralisedco 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

Most discussions about crypto UX revolve around decentralisation and ease of use. Mats Olson, co-founder and CTO of Dune, dives deeper into the overlooked importance of real-time data infrastructure. Mats explains why blockchains, built as write-optimised databases, make data retrieval challenging and how Dune is solving this critical problem. We explore: • Why Dune’s community-driven approach to analytics succeeded without incentives • The pragmatic trade-offs between decentralisation and usability • How their latest product, SIM, provides real-time cross-chain data • What separates crypto teams that thrive from those that struggle with data strategyChapters — 00:00 Introduction to Dune and Its Evolution 02:56 User-Generated Content and Community Engagement 05:59 Expanding Beyond Analytics 08:58 The Role of Data in Crypto (Retail vs. Institutional Usage) 11:58 Challenges of On-Chain Data and Infrastructure 15:03 Acquisitions and Future Directions for Dune 17:47 The Future of AI in Data Analytics 21:12 Decentralisation vs. Pragmatism in Crypto Applications 👥 Guest: Mats Olsen – Co-founder & CTO at Dune Twitter: https://x.com/mewwts 🎙️ Host: Saurabh Deshpande – DCo Podcast Twitter: https://x.com/desh_saurabh 📬 Stay Updated: Subscribe to DCo Newsletter → https://www.decentralised.co/subscribe Follow DCo on Twitter → https://x.com/Decentralisedco 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

Forecasting and prediction tools are missing links in DeFi and Mode Network is trying to fill that gap. In this episode, James Ross (co-founder of Mode and Synthdata) talks about building smarter forecasting systems for DeFi. We dig into how Mode is using BitTensor’s decentralised AI network to power real-time risk analysis, how agents could drive most on-chain activity in the future, and why better decision-making tools are critical for DeFi’s next evolution. We also cover: • Why forecasting short-term volatility matters • How Synthdata's subnet incentivises accurate predictions • The behavioural challenge of trusting agents with capital • What still needs to be proven before these systems can scale👥 Guest: James Ross – Founder, Mode Network and SynthTower Twitter: https://x.com/jrosstreacher 🎙️ Host: Saurabh Deshpande – DCo Podcast Twitter: https://x.com/desh_saurabh 📬 Stay Updated: Subscribe to DCo Newsletter → https://www.decentralised.co/subscribe Follow DCo on Twitter → https://x.com/Decentralisedco 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

Stablecoins are crypto’s biggest product-market fit—$230B and growing. But the pipes that move them? Broken. In this episode, Saurabh speaks with Jay Kurahashi-Sofue (CMO) and Ryne Sachs (CEO) of Eco, who are building something surprisingly rare in crypto: infrastructure that actually works. Not another stablecoin—but a liquidity layer that coordinates capital intelligently across chains. We dive into: • Fragmented across venues and pools • How Eco’s “crowd liquidity” model lets users earn yield without impermanent loss • Eco's GTM and incentive mechanisms 🎙️ Guests: Ryne Saxe – CEO, Eco Inc. Twitter: https://x.com/rynesaxe Jay Kurahashi-Sofue – CMO, Eco Inc. Twitter: https://x.com/jayks 🎧 Host: Saurabh Deshpande – DCo Podcast Twitter: https://x.com/desh_saurabh 📬 Stay Updated: Subscribe to DCo Newsletter → https://www.decentralised.co/subscribe Follow DCo on Twitter → https://x.com/Decentralisedco 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

From regulatory battles that forced him out of DeFi, to the conviction that drew him back, Andre opens up about the unseen cost of innovation in a space that now rewards safety over experimentation. This isn’t a retrospective of Yearn or a breakdown of his past projects. It’s a look at why composability collapsed, how decentralisation became a UX burden, and why most builders today are creating walled gardens instead of primitives. We explore: • The psychological and legal toll of building in public • Why upgradability killed trust and composability in DeFi • Ethereum’s missed opportunity: 2% utilisation and a path to 8x throughput • The paradox of building secure, decentralised systems for users who don’t want to deal with either • Why Andre thinks you shouldn’t build in crypto and what to do if you still want to This episode isn’t about nostalgia. It’s about reckoning with the systems we’ve created, and the incentives we’ve chosen. If you’ve ever asked yourself whether it’s still worth building in this space, this is the episode to watch.Timestamps — 00:00 Introduction  01:34 Navigating Regulatory Challenges in Crypto 03:09 Legal Battles and SEC Interactions 09:23 The Shift in Market Participants and Decentralization 13:59 Innovation Stagnation in DeFi 18:00 Balancing User Experience and Decentralization 34:00 Scalability and the Limitations of Ethereum 41:17 Innovations in DeFi Primitives 44:10 Advice for Builders 👥 Guest: Andre Cronje – CTO, Sonic Labs Twitter: https://x.com/andrecronjetech 🎙️ Host: Saurabh Deshpande – DCo Podcast Twitter: https://x.com/desh_saurabh 📬 Stay Updated: Subscribe to DCo Newsletter → https://www.decentralised.co/subscribe Follow DCo on Twitter → https://x.com/Decentralisedco 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

Recorded just before the market was hit by tariff chaos, this episode captures a rare quiet moment—and uses it to unpack the deeper mechanics of how crypto actually works. From the Hyperliquid–JELLY saga to the evolving reality of intents, solvers, and Ethereum’s fragmentation, Jose brings sharp, grounded perspective without the fluff. This isn’t a polished panel or pitch deck walkthrough. It’s a low-pressure, free-flowing conversation that cuts through the noise—from Solana’s competitive shift to stablecoin strategies and the quiet rise of Pendle. 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

In this episode, Ejaaz joins Saurabh to explore what it really takes to build usable, decentralized AI tools on crypto rails. We break down the AI x Crypto stack from first principles: – Why fragmented compute networks haven’t worked (and what might change that) – How AI agents are reshaping crypto UX – Why open-sourcing everything could backfire in an alpha-driven world – Who the actual users of crypto-AI might be—and why they’re likely not crypto-native We also discuss why product-led growth beats token-first strategies in the long run, and how to think clearly when everything—from apps to infrastructure—is bleeding into each other. If you're a founder, crypto builder, AI researcher, or just trying to make sense of where this industry is heading, this conversation is for you. Key Moments —00:00 Introduction  01:10 Understanding the AI Stack 10:04 Business Models in the AI Stack 18:41 AI's Role in DeFi 27:58 The Future of Trading Agents 33:27 The Case for Proprietary Strategies 35:10 Opportunities for AI in Crypto 39:10 Bridging Web2 and Web3 with AI 43:16 The Role of Agents in Supply Chain and Enterprise 47:56 Identifying Blind Spots in AI and Crypto 49:39 Accelerate DAO 👥 Guest: Ejaaz Ahamadeen – Co-Founder, Aiccelerate DAO Twitter: https://x.com/cryptopunk7213 🎙️ Host: Saurabh Deshpande – DCo Podcast Twitter: https://x.com/desh_saurabh 📬 Stay Updated: Subscribe to DCo Newsletter → https://www.decentralised.co/subscribe Follow DCo on Twitter → https://x.com/Decentralisedco 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

We break down why the familiar crypto playbook no longer applies. We explore the death of predictable Bitcoin cycles, how macroeconomic shifts under Trump's administration are reshaping markets, and why stablecoins like USDC could soon dominate finance. Will shares his disciplined strategy—separating long-term conviction from short-term trades—and why crypto, in his words, remains 'the purest form of capitalism.' Tune in for a grounded, insightful take on navigating today's evolving crypto landscape.00:00 Will's Journey 04:19 From Trading Sneakers to Bitcoin and Market Analysis 06:20 Market Dynamics and Economic Influences 15:52 Investing in Private Deals 20:02 Navigating Criticism and Building a Social Media Presence 25:13 Advice for Aspiring Investors and Content Creators 28:56 Trends in Bitcoin and Institutional Adoption 32:55 The Future of Crypto: Speculation and Regulation 34:10 Portfolio Management: Balancing Long-term and Tactical Investments 36:37 Stablecoins 38:11 Bitcoin L2s and DeFi: Exploring New Frontiers 40:45 Market Cycles 47:27 Building Sustainable Businesses in Crypto 51:00 The Role of Regulation in Unlocking Crypto's Potential 55:55 From Memecoins to Value-driven Investments 01:01:03 Market Outlook: Short-term Caution vs. Long-term Optimism Follow Us: DCo – https://x.com/Decentralisedco Will Clemente – https://x.com/WClementeIII Saurabh Deshpande – https://x.com/desh_saurabh Subscribe to DCo Newsletter – https://www.decentralised.co/subscribe 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

In a space where information is the ultimate edge, how do the best traders and builders stay ahead? Shaw from elizaOS returns to the podcast to break down the harsh realities of crypto trading, AI-driven investing, and building through market cycles. We explore: •The information edge in crypto: Why the best traders aren’t chart readers but those closest to deal flow. • AI trading agents: Overhyped? Why LLMs struggle with time-series data and where AI can actually add value. • Swarms over super AIs: The case for specialized AI agents instead of one-size-fits-all models. • Surviving market downturns: How token allocation mistakes are forcing founders into existential choices. • Revenue vs. hype: Why sustainable monetization beats reliance on speculative pumps. • Vampire attack partnerships: How some collaborations are designed to drain value rather than create it. Chapters — 00:00 Introduction  02:52 The Role of AI in the Current Market 05:53 Building Trust for AI-Driven Trading 08:45 Exploring Copy Trading and Community Dynamics 12:02 AI Agents and Swarms 17:51 Practical Applications of AI Agents in Workflows 28:09 Privacy and Security in Multi-tenant Environments 35:12 Navigating Startup Challenges and Team Dynamics 38:08 Tokenomics and Value Accrual Strategies 46:21 Timing the Market and Launch Strategies 50:20 The Future of Product Quality in DAOs 51:09 Identifying Gaps in DAO Governance 55:52 Balancing Contributions and Token Holding 01:01:52 User Experience in DeFi Applications 01:04:04 The Hype Cycle of New Technologies 01:06:35 Lessons Learned from the Crypto Space Follow Us: DCo – https://x.com/Decentralisedco Shaw (wartime arc) – https://x.com/shawmakesmagic Saurabh Deshpande – https://x.com/desh_saurabh Subscribe to the DCo Newsletter – https://www.decentralised.co/subscribe 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

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

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

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

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

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