Exploring the intersection of Tradfi and Defi @ArkisXYZ CEO Serhii Tyshchenko on building the prime brokerage of DeFiKey takeaways👇
• $50M+ in TVL• Only platform offering CEX + DeFi portfolio margining• Underwrites basis trades w/ 5x leverage
• Accepts GLP, LSTs, PT tokens, delta-neutral positions as collateral
• Built on account abstraction + smart contracts
• Serving family offices, insurers, credit funds, and DAOs
• First DeFi PB with Binance/Bybit sub-account integration• Margin engine auto-liquidates across venues like Uniswap, Curve, 1inch, etc.
Okay, so you probably haven't heard of Garbled Circuits, and honestly, neither had we until recently. Forget the usual buzz around CBDCs and privacy on blockchain. This episode with Shahaf Bar-Geffen from COTI Network is actually legit. They're diving into some next-level stuff like garbled circuits and multi-party computation that could seriously change how private data works without getting hacked.Turns out, COTI Network is building a Layer 2 thing for Ethereum that's all about privacy and can talk to other blockchains. We're talking about how this could shake up global payments, DeFi, and even those CBDC things everyone's talking about.Shahaf drops some knowledge from his background in payments and security and breaks down how this privacy tech could be a game-changer for institutions and regular users. They get into the real challenges of privacy on public blockchains, the deal with zero-knowledge proofs, what happens when quantum computers show up, and how anyone can start building apps with these low-code tools.Seriously, this isn't your typical crypto bro talk. It's a deep dive into the future of secure and private blockchain tech that could actually be a big deal.Timestamp Breakdown:00:00 Intro to Encrypted Data and Gabo Circuits01:04 Welcome to the Block Fuel Podcast01:20 What's COTI All About?01:59 Why Payments and Privacy Matter04:19 The Privacy Problem and How to Fix It05:43 CBDCs and the Privacy Question07:05 What's Next for Privacy in Blockchain13:30 Picking and Choosing What You Share (Legally Speaking)15:47 How Garbled Circuits Work19:51 The Downsides of Zero Knowledge Proofs20:41 Why Trusting Secure Enclaves is Sketchy21:42 Looking at Fully Encrypted Data22:27 What's the Deal with GoBoard Circuits?24:25 The Future of Web3 Going Mainstream24:58 Quantum Computers vs. Web3 Security26:18 Why Security is Key in Web329:55 How Easy App Building Changes Things33:07 The Ethics of This Crazy Tech35:23 What's on the Horizon for COTI Network?
As official @TheBitcoinConf media partners, we couldn’t be more excited to head to Las Vegas this year (well almost as excited as our friend and Vegas regular, Berman). Join us on our latest pod as we sit down with Justin Doochin, Head of Events at @_btcinc for a run down on the 2024 experience, what to expect this year, and all the challenges of organizing the biggest Bitcoin event in the world.For the next 48hrs, BTC Inc is hooking up Block Fuel listeners with a whopping 50% discount on tickets using code: BLOCKFUEL50. (Link posted in comments)Highlights from our discussion:00:24 Choosing Conference Locations00:56 Evolution of Bitcoin Conferences02:25 High-Profile Speakers and Security Challenges05:43 Game Theory and Bitcoin07:52 Navigating Regulatory Challenges09:03 Why Las Vegas?15:34 International Bitcoin Conferences16:52 Bitcoin Education and Resources20:43 Exclusive Discount for Block Fuel Listeners
From D1 Hoops at Arizona to battling AI hallucinations that would make NBA legend Bill Walton jealous. @stone_gettings joins us from @Mira_Network on how they are fighting against hiccups in Artificial Intelligence. Fun Fact: Stone is likely the tallest person in blockchain. 00:00 – From the Bench to the Blockchain: How Stone’s early struggles shaped his unstoppable drive 00:35 – Why he walked away from pro basketball offers to chase VC and build in tech 02:15 – Fighting AI hallucinations: How Mira Network is making AI outputs actually reliable 04:03 – What happens when markets trust LLMs too much? AI-driven chaos in finance explained 14:54 – How NFTs, Excel Partners, and Arizona hoops led Stone deep into crypto + AI 26:47 – Wild West Sneaker Hustle: Making 5-figures reselling Jordans in high school 31:11 – Long-term vision: Why Mira could be the most important infra layer in AI you’ve never heard of
𝐍𝐄𝐖 𝐏𝐎𝐃𝐂𝐀𝐒𝐓: We sit down with Dr. Ed Felton: Co-founder and Chief Scientist at Off Chain Labs, Former Deputy US CTO at the White House, and Computer Science Prof at Princeton.
Dive into the origins of Arbitrum – From its academic roots at Princeton in 2014 to a company of over 120 people with 130 chains using Arbitrum tech. This pod is a must-listen for anyone interested in technical leadership, cross-chain interoperability, and maintaining a long term product vision.
00:27 Founding Story of Arbitrum
02:29 Growth and Development of Arbitrum
03:35 Challenges and Strategies
07:15 AI and Blockchain Integration
10:10 Cross-Chain Interoperability
Guest: @EdFelten
Host: @JodyFlournoy
Special thanks to @SydeEvents and @0xZeeve for organizing.
On the latest Block Fuel Podcast, we explore how zero-knowledge proofs are revolutionizing enterprise blockchain adoption. Pradeep Singh, the CEO and founder of Gateway.fm, unpacks why privacy-preserving tech is the key to bringing traditional businesses on-chain, overcoming compliance hurdles, and creating scalable solutions.🔹 ZK proofs explained simply 🔹 Enterprise adoption challenges 🔹 Public vs. private blockchain debate 🔹 Regulatory considerations00:00 Introduction and RWADay00:22 Shifts in the US Regulatory Environment01:08 Gateway.fm's Enterprise Strategy03:23 Blockchain and Financial Services13:50 Zero Knowledge Proofs ELI515:20 Challenges and Innovations in Blockchain19:54 US Expansion PlansGuest: Pradeep Singh, CEO of Gateway.fmDisclaimer: Everything we discuss on this podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. Nothing here should be considered financial advice—always do your own research or consult a professional before making any investment decisions.
In this episode of the Block Fuel Podcast, we dive into the innovative world of Beelines.ai with CTO Greg and Head of Business Development and Marketing, Isaac. Discover how they are transforming market research and customer insights through their cutting-edge 'human intelligence model.' Learn about their unique systems including the personality engine, skills engine, and knowledge and memory aspects that mimic human behavior. Explore how Beelines.ai helps brands like Nike understand their target audiences by creating digital twins and simulating customer interactions. Uncover the economic opportunities for consumers to engage with their own digital twins and participate in tailored focus groups. We also delve into the powerful implications for Web3, including decentralized platforms, open source code bases, and micropayments through crypto. Don't miss out on this fascinating discussion on the future of AI, marketing, and consumer insights, all while enhancing accuracy and engagement.00:00 Introduction to the Human Intelligence Model00:58 Welcome to the Block Fuel Podcast01:14 Understanding Beelines AI and Its Applications02:31 Simulating Customer Personas with AI04:32 Human Interaction and AI Training11:57 Web3 Integration and Decentralization12:55 Introduction to BNS and Discoverability13:26 Economic Integration with Wallets13:57 Developer Interface and Toolkits15:00 Ad Platform and Consumer Insights15:30 On-Chain Elements and Web3 Power16:09 Market Research and Feedback19:17 Influencer Marketing and Audience Engagement21:08 Future Developments and Tools23:58 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
Eric Chen, CEO of Injective, joins us at DAS in NYC to discuss the what’s next with on-chain financial products. From perpetual equity indexes to AI-focused investments, find out how Injective is expanding financial access globally beyond treasuries and ETFs with a whole new breed of DeFi-native investment products.
00:12 Injective's Vision and Financial Products
00:43 Public Equities on Chain
03:09 AI Index: Innovation in Tracking AI Movement
04:37 Challenges in Building AI Index
07:27 Youthful Perspective in Finance
09:47 Collaborations and Tokenization
13:04 Deutsche Telekom and Future Collaborations
*Since recording with Eric in NYC, Google Cloud (shout out previous guest Rich Widmann!) announced they are launching an Injective validator and developer tools*
Podcast Partner: Brought to you by our friends at @ZenLedgerIO – your go-to platform for crypto tax help.
Disclaimer: Everything we discuss on this podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. Nothing here should be considered financial advice—always do your own research or consult a professional before making any investment decisions.
In this episode, we sit down with Miguel De Vega from @nillionnetwork to explore the future of private data, AI, and Web3 — powered by their groundbreaking "Blind Computer" technology.What You’ll Learn:
If you're into blockchain, zero-knowledge cryptography, or AI privacy, this is a must-watch.👇 Chapters00:00 - Unveiling Nillion’s Blind Computer00:14 - DeFi & DeSci Use Cases00:40 - Miguel’s Journey from Brussels to Web300:55 - Meet Nillion’s Founding Team01:26 - How the Blind Computer Actually Works02:14 - Why AI Needs Privacy Now04:01 - Nillion’s Cryptographic Secret Sauce08:50 - How They Raised $50M09:40 - The AI Boom at ETHDenver15:08 - Nillion’s Post-Mainnet Vision16:55 - How to Get Involved🎙️ Guest: @miguel_de_vega🎙️ Host: @AviNMash👉 Subscribe for more deep dives with the top minds in Web3!📩 Want to be a guest or sponsor? DM us or visit BlockFuelMedia.com
100th Episode: We bring on Massachusetts Senatorial Candidate John Deaton — crypto advocate, legal powerhouse, and former Senate candidate (@DeatonforSenate). This is the episode Web3 builders, investors, and policy watchers cannot afford to miss.SPONSOR: Brought to you by our friends at @ZenLedgerIO – your go-to platform for crypto tax help.In this explosive episode: • SEC drops Ripple appeal – XRP now ruled a digital commodity, not a security• President Trump’s Bitcoin Reserve Plan: directed to acquire more BTC in a budget-neutral way• Goldman Sachs, BofA, and legacy banks preparing to custody crypto• Stablecoins projected to 10x in the next 5 years – per Ripple CEO• Call for regulatory sanity: stop applying 1946 laws to AI, blockchain & Web3 tech• How tokenization could restore the American Dream via fractional ownership• Deaton reveals 85% of his net worth is in crypto – he’s all in• Will Deaton run for Senate again? Only if the crypto community steps up👇 Timestamps & Key Topics Below 👇00:00 "I was nine..." — The personal story behind a political disruptor00:52 SEC backs down on Ripple — what it means for XRP & crypto02:43 Industry tailwinds: custody, regulation, momentum04:47 Smart regulation vs. outdated laws — the case for clarity12:51 Will tokenization democratize wealth — or just recreate Wall Street 2.0?14:53 Inside Trump’s Bitcoin strategy — and why it matters now19:22 Why Bitcoin might be a safer bet today than ever before21:20 Political battles & behind-the-scenes: What it's really like running against Elizabeth Warren29:55 Stablecoins & the future of global payments34:30 Can crypto truly lift people up? The moral case for Web3🔔 Subscribe for more interviews with the biggest voices in Web3, digital assets, and blockchain innovation.#Crypto #XRP #Bitcoin #Web3 #JohnDeaton #Ripple #Stablecoins #DigitalAssets #CryptoNews #Tokenization #CryptoRegulation #DeFi #SEC
Should we ZK Proof everything? Scott Dykstra, Co-Founder & CTO of Space and Time, makes that case on our latest pod (#99!) from ETHDenver.
Backed by Framework Ventures & M12 (shoutout PB!), Space & Time is transforming how we think about decentralized data and cryptographic proof while developing a business model tailored to the future AI agentic economy. Beyond that, Scott is one of the most passionate, concise technical speakers we've had on the podcast, so a must follow for any new comers to the space looking to learn.
00:17 The Origin of Space and Time
01:18 Understanding ZK Proofs
05:13 Challenges in DeFi and Data Access
10:54 Future of AI and Crypto
Disclaimer: Everything we discuss on this podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. Nothing here should be considered financial advice—always do your own research or consult a professional before making any investment decisions.
Last year (Ep. #71), we met Dennis Qian and the cracked ex-Coinbase team leveraging their experience to give regular folks access to institutional-grade trading tools.
At ETHDenver, we caught up with his co-founder, Jai Prasad, for a MEGA UPDATE on what Definitive has been shipping from enhancing UX with gas/chain abstraction to protecting trades from slippage & MEV attacks. Jai shares alpha on their upcoming token launch and integration with Hyperliquid. We, of course, have to cover the hot topic of ETHDenver: AI agents in DeFi.
00:56 Definitive's Vision and Recent Developments
01:58 User Experience and Technical Innovations
04:20 Institutional Trading Insights
09:08 Hyper Liquid Integration
12:54 AI Agents and Future Plans
15:39 Upcoming Token Launch and Future Goals
Disclaimer: Everything we discuss on this podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. Nothing here should be considered financial advice—always do your own research or consult a professional before making any investment decisions.
Navigating Yield-Bearing Stablecoins: CoinShift's Journey with RohithExplore the intricacies of yield-bearing stablecoins in this insightful episode of the Block Fuel Podcast. Host Abby sits down with Rohith from CoinShift to discuss their cutting-edge fintech solutions for businesses operating on-chain. They dive deep into regulation, asset management, and the growth of yield-bearing stablecoins like USDL and CSUSDL. Key topics include CoinShift's product offerings, their partnership with Paxos, the implications of regulatory environments, and future plans including the launch of their own token. Don't miss this detailed conversation about forging the future of finance on blockchain.00:00 Introduction to Pax Source and Stablecoin Limitations00:42 Welcome to the Block Fuel Podcast01:07 What is Coin Shift?02:54 Coin Shift's Asset Management and Stablecoin05:51 Revenue Model and Business Operations07:56 Founder's Story and Team Dynamics12:51 Future Plans and Exciting Developments16:22 Closing Remarks and Final Thoughts
In this episode of the Block Fuel Podcast, we sit down with Rodrigo Coelho, CEO of The Graph, for an eye-opening conversation on how blockchain is transforming the global economy — starting with countries hit hardest by hyperinflation.🇦🇷 From Argentina’s economic collapse to the rise of stablecoins, Rodrigo shares firsthand stories of how people have turned to USDC and crypto rails to survive.🔗 We dive deep into The Graph’s mission to decentralize data indexing and empower developers building the next generation of Web3 apps — no matter which blockchain wins.🌎 Rodrigo also breaks down the global Web3 community, including the growing influence of Latin America, and what it takes to scale in a multi-chain future.You’ll also hear:• Why The Graph is like the “Google of blockchains”• What decentralization really means for data infrastructure• His journey from Brazil to San Francisco to CEO• The role of ZK, tokenization, and regulation in unlocking the next era of crypto• How The Graph wins no matter which chain or dApp succeeds• Why IRL community still matters — even in a “trustless” world📍 Timestamps:00:00 "Bags of Money" & Hyperinflation: Crypto's Real-World Impact in Argentina01:07 Decoding The Graph: What Is Indexing & Why It Matters for Web3 Apps
02:54 From Investor to CEO: Rodrigo's "Aha!" Moment with The Graph's Grand Vision05:12 Global Web3 Culture: Connecting with Developers from Sao Paulo to Buenos Aires
07:22 Surviving Hyperinflation: How Stablecoins & Crypto Saved Livelihoods
10:15 Protocol Agnostic Power: Indexing "All the Data" in a Multi-Chain World
12:10 Regulatory Clarity & Token Potential: The Future of Compliant Web3 Fundraising
14:38 Twitter Hacks & OpSec Lessons: The Importance of Security in a Trustless World
16:05 ETHDenver Buzz: Building Trust & Connections in the Decentralized Age🔔 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the bell for more real conversations with the leaders shaping the future of blockchain.
In our newest episode, Tausif Ahmed, Chief Business Development Officer at @ionet_official sits down with Block Fuel at ETHDenver. We jump into AI agents, decentralized computing, and why democratizing access to the latest $NVDA chips is so important. While there's no shortage of noise around AI/Blockchain, chip demand is real, tangible, and growing so follow along as we cover this sector further.
00:27 Diving into AI Agents
01:22 AI Agents and Decentralized Computing
03:47 The Importance of Compute and Data for AI
05:31 Democratizing Access to Compute
07:50 The Role of Compute in AI Development
09:26 Market Dynamics and Supplier Relationships
14:22 Partnership with Injective
15:22 Future of Compute and AI
Max Luck, Head of Growth at @flare Network, joins us on the podcast to discuss the London crypto scene, ETHDenver, and the need for cross-chain data solutions. Max delves into Flare Network's goals, providing insights on how Flare aims to integrate with non-smart contract tokens like Bitcoin and XRP. We also cover blockchain's intersection with AI and the upcoming hackathon at UC Berkeley, in partnership with Google Cloud.
00:24 London Crypto Scene and Connections
01:31 Flare Network at ETH Denver
03:52 Flare's Role in upgrading existing chains with smart contract functionality
09:28 Hackathon and AI Integration
13:01 Future of AI and Blockchain
We had the pleasure of sitting down with Gary Yang, CEO of Cicada Finance, to unpack how the first growth curve of crypto relied heavily on consensus and narratives, while future growth will depend on real-world, practical applications. Gary warns of the unsustainable bubbles created by liquid staking protocols and his mission to build a protocol fostering sustainable long term growth.
00:20 Gary Yang's Travel Experiences
01:27 Investing in Web3 and Cicada's Origins
02:44 Challenges in Venture Capital and Market Dynamics
04:27 The Need for a New Growth Curve
08:05 Global Crypto Adoption and Market Trends
16:53 Cicada's Protocol and Real Yield
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In this eye-opening episode, we delve into the cutting-edge intersection of AI and blockchain with Michael Heinrich, CEO and founder of Zero G Labs. We explore the limitations of current "closed AI" systems and how Web3 can revolutionize data ownership and transparency. Michael outlines Zero G's mission to build a decentralized AI operating system, addressing critical issues like verification, provenance, and bias in AI models, especially in high-stakes societal applications. We discuss the potential for AI agents to reshape industries, the importance of the INFT standard for agent ownership, and the urgent need for verifiable AI to prevent catastrophic failures in critical infrastructure, such as preventing potential AI-caused plane crashes. We also explore how Zero G aims to empower developers to build the next generation of AI applications, creating a fair and open AI ecosystem.
Improbable's Herman Narula drops by at ETHDenver to share why they're betting $270 million that their solution, Somnia, will solve what existing blockchains couldn't—high-speed, decentralized gaming, metaverse experiences, and AI companions.
00:15 Launching a Blockchain: Challenges and Decisions
01:09 Building the Metaverse: Technology and Vision
01:58 Regulation and Market Strategy
04:24 Improbable's Broader Ventures
05:59 Virtual Worlds and Real-World Applications
12:40 AI Companions and Future Innovations
16:10 Decentralization and Governance
🎙️ Dive into the latest trends in the securities market with Jim Toes from the Security Traders Association.
From regulatory shifts to the rise of crypto, explore what's shaping the financial future on the BlockFuel podcast.
💼📊 #Finance #Securities #FinTech #Compliance #Regulations #Crypto