In this episode, Mark sits down with Naz Kabbani, an investor formerly at BECO Capital (the Middle East’s largest VC fund with $900M AUM) and Paradigm (a leading crypto VC fund with over $12Bn AUM). Naz shares an eye-opening firsthand account of the Lebanese Banking Crisis, revealing how his family—like many others—lost 75-80% of their life savings almost overnight.
But in the chaos, an underground economy emerged, driven by crypto adoption, particularly Bitcoin and USDT. Operating largely through Telegram and Signal, this shadow economy has allowed Lebanese citizens to reclaim financial autonomy despite heavy governmental restrictions and corruption. Discover how crypto is quietly shifting power back into the hands of the people, reshaping Lebanon’s economic landscape in real-time.
This remarkable story highlights crypto’s true global potential and its profound impact on people’s lives during crises.
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Check out Bitcoin Pepe: @PepeCoinSTX
Mark sits down with Frank Holmes, one of the most recognized voices in crypto infrastructure, to go inside the machine room of large-scale Bitcoin mining.
Frank unpacks miner economics after the halving, how power contracts and geography determine winners, and the tech stack from firmware to immersion cooling.
They explore treasury strategy (to HODL or not), AI/ML workloads as a new revenue lane for mining data centers, and the policy landscape shaping energy and proof-of-work. F
rank also shares investor-grade frameworks for evaluating miners, common red flags, and how to think about BTC cycles without getting wrecked by volatility. If you care about the intersection of energy, compute, and sound money, this one’s a blueprint.
They called it a joke. Then they ignored it. Now DogeOS is on a mission to build the most culturally-aligned app layer in crypto.
Is this the trojan doge? A decentralized rebellion against the sterile Web3 status quo? Join us on this episode of the Cryptoconomy Podcast as we dive into the world of Dogecoin with Jordan Jefferson.
Discover how Jordan's journey from early Bitcoin days to building the leading Dogecoin wallet, MyDoge, has shaped his vision for the future of Dogecoin.
Get a glimpse into the Doge community, the challenges of building during market fluctuations, and the exciting innovations on the horizon with Doge OS.
Tune in to learn why don't need to be serious to be taken seriously.
Follow Mark on X/IG: @Markkilaghbian
Download Mark's Dating App: dataing.io
Follow Jordan on X: @MyDogeCEO
DogeOS website: dogeos.com
MyDoge website: mydoge.com
In this episode of the Cryptoconomy Podcast, we delve into the innovative world of Hermetica, the creators of USDh—the first Bitcoin-backed, yield-bearing stablecoin operating outside the traditional fiat system.
Join us as we explore how Hermetica enables users to earn up to 25% APY on their dollars without leaving the Bitcoin ecosystem. We’ll discuss the mechanics behind USDh, its integration with Bitcoin’s Layer 1 and Layer 2 networks, and how it offers a decentralized, secure alternative to conventional stablecoins.
Whether you’re a seasoned crypto enthusiast or new to the space, this episode provides valuable insights into the future of Bitcoin-backed financial products and the potential of decentralized finance.
Website: hermetica.fi
Jakob's X: https://x.com/jakob_btc
Mark's X: https://x.com/MarkKilaghbian
Checkout Mark's AI Dating app: https://linktr.ee/dataing
On today's episode, Mark sits down in person with Rozar -- a Bitcoin DeFi builder who has led everything from free and permission-less liquidity pools to 9 digit meme coins all built on Bitcoin.
When I first met Rozar, he was the charismatic community leader of the one of the biggest memecoins on Bitcoin -- $Welsh attracting thousands of passionate investors who ran the market cap over $100m.
Since then, he's also been working on Charisma.rocks, a Bitcoin native DEX that quickly became one of the top exchanges on the network, competing with teams often 10 times larger and better funded.
Rozar Twitter: https://x.com/lordrozar
Welsh Twitter: https://x.com/Welsh_Community
Charisma: https://charisma.rocks/
Mark Twitter: https://x.com/MarkKilaghbian
Bitcoin Pepe Twitter: https://x.com/PepeCoinSTX
On this episode, Mark sits down with Chris Liu an Entrepreneur from the most recent cohort of the Bitcoin Startup Lab, who has been focused on developing tools to quickly and easily create, inscribe, and modify dynamic inscriptions on Bitcoin.
With Yuzo you can instantly inscribe text files, HTML web-pages, or AI generated NFT collections directly on Bitcoin through ordinals, with the ability to recursively modify them to save on fees.
Learn about how developers are pushing the boundaries of what can be built on Bitcoin.
Yuzo Website: https://yuzo.xyz/
Yuzo's X Account: https://x.com/yuzodotxyz
Mark's X Account: https://x.com/MarkKilaghbian
Bitcoin PEPE Memecoin: www.pepecoins.io
In this episode of Mark sits down with Angus, the CMO at Chronicle Labs, to explore the crucial role of oracles in the blockchain ecosystem. As a spinoff from MakerDAO, the creator of DAI, Chronicle Labs is at the forefront of blockchain infrastructure.
With extensive experience working with oracles and marketing platforms such as Telos, Angus brings a wealth of knowledge to the table. We delve into his long-standing involvement in the crypto industry, focusing on the technological advancements that drive the space forward. He shares insights into the unique challenges and strategies of marketing in the crypto sector, as well as his experiences as an investor.
Angus highlights the importance of oracles in connecting blockchain to real-world data, enabling smart contracts to function effectively and securely. Whether you're a tech enthusiast or a crypto marketer, this episode offers valuable perspectives from a seasoned expert. Tune in for an engaging and informative conversation with one of the leading minds in crypto marketing and technology.
On this episode, Mark sits down with with Mathias Beke, founder of Kairon Labs, one of the top market makers and liquidity providers in the crypto space. Mathias shares his journey from starting Kairon Labs to becoming a key player in token launches, liquidity, and market making. Discover how Kairon Labs navigates market sentiment, selects projects, and utilizes extensive networks to maintain their edge.
We discuss the nuances of choosing meme coins and how Kairon Labs compares to competitors like Keyrock, DWF, GSR, and Wintermute. Mathias highlights what sets Kairon Labs apart, their institutional focus, and the unique offerings they provide to their clients. Learn about the risks and benefits of using a market maker and what it takes to compete at the highest level. Whether you're an investor or a crypto enthusiast, this episode is packed with valuable insights and practical advice from one of the industry's leading experts. Tune in to get the inside scoop on market making and the future of crypto trading.
On this episode we explore how Velar is bringing the most exciting parts of Ethereum and Solana DeFi back home to Bitcoin by offering leveraged perps, bridges, farming, and swaps backed by passionate team and an aggressive future roadmap.
Hear about how they went from startup to $300m IDO by building through the bear market, and why they chose Stacks over other Bitcoin L2 competitors.
www.velar.co
https://twitter.com/VelarBTC
https://twitter.com/visionsbtc
https://twitter.com/Cryptoconomy_
Learn how to go from zero to one, find your crypto community, and the support the use cases you care about on this episode with Aram Mughalyan.
Aram started his career in crypto where many others start their career journey -- Linkedin, quickly amassing a community of tens of thousands of followers on a platform that crypto builders often overlook. Learn how to find your Web 3.0 network, and provide value that keeps them following along.
Aram Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/arammughalyan/
In this episode of the cryptoconomy podcast with Jasper De Maere, we take a look at the venture side of the industry and how VC backers are finding new ways to support and fund cryptocurrency startups across chains and around the world. Learn about changing perspectives on Bitcoin De-Fi and the major narratives that will drive the next market cycle.
Outlier ventures twitter: https://twitter.com/OVioHQ
Jasper De Maere Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jasper-de-maere-169178117/
P.S. If listened to our episode with Hadan from ALEX Labs almost a year ago, you might remember us mentioning PEPE on Bitcoin powered by Stacks. With excitement about Bitcoin L2's & memecoin markets, now it’s come full circle and is trading live on ALEX!
https://app.alexlab.co/swap?fromCurrency=token-wstx&toCurrency=token-wpepe
In this episode of the Cryptoconomy Podcast, we delve into the innovative world of Flipside Crypto, a trailblazer in cryptocurrency analytics and business intelligence. We explore the company's origins, key services, including their proprietary Flipside Crypto Asset Score (FCAS), and their impact on investors and developers across the crypto community. Through discussions on Flipside Crypto's role in advancing market intelligence and community education, we uncover the challenges and future trends in blockchain analytics. Insights into Flipside Crypto's vision for the future of the industry highlight their commitment to enhancing decision-making and fostering an informed blockchain ecosystem.
Join us as we unravel the analytics revolution with Flipside Crypto, illuminating their pivotal contribution to the evolving cryptocurrency landscape.
Website: https://flipsidecrypto.xyz/
Today Mark sits down with the Web 3.0 lead of Automattic, the parent company of some of the largest websites in the world (Tumblr, Wordpress, and WooCommerce just to name a few) to discuss how some of the most impactful companies on the planet are approaching blockchain and crypto. Listen in for his personal takes alongside his experience introducing blockchain to the platforms that make up the backbone of Web 2.0
David's Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidlockie/
Automattic Website: https://automattic.com/
Cryptoconomy Twitter: https://twitter.com/Cryptoconomy_
This dynamic episode dives into a future-state DeFi, with Osmosis. Cryptoconomy talks to Aaron Kong, to unravel the intricacies of the burgeoning DeFi landscape. Aaron shares his thought leadership with Osmosis, as well as his profound insights, shedding light on the innovative advancements and transformative potential ahead in the DeFi sphere. Osmosis is know for its cutting-edge contributions to revolutionizing decentralized exchanges (DEX) and liquidity provision. To date, Osmosis has facilitated over $23B in trading volume, across more than 50 blockchains. Osmosis is also facilitating a seamless asset exchange, yield farming opportunities, and deals with the profound impact of interoperability in the blockchain space. It's a deeper understanding of the intricacies of automated market makers (AMMs), impermanent loss, and the evolving DeFi landscape, all through the lens of Osmosis' innovative solutions. Cryptoconomy takes a look at the challenges, triumphs, and future prospects of DeFi protocols, as Aaron Kong shares his vision for a more inclusive, efficient, and decentralized financial ecosystem. Whether you're an avid enthusiast, an investor, or simply curious about the disruptive potential of DeFi, this episode explores the exciting possibilities that lie ahead.
Osmosis Website: https://osmosis.zone/
Aaron on Twitter: https://twitter.com/aaronxkong
Osmosis on Twitter: https://twitter.com/osmosiszone
Cryptoconomy on Twitter: https://twitter.com/cryptoconomy_
Today Mark sits down with Juan David, co-founder and Chairman of Keyrock. Juan is a serial entrepreneur and investor who previously founded two startups. Additionally, he has worked on central banking supply models and provided strategic consulting in the banking industry. In early 2015, Juan David developed a keen interest in the digital assets space and decided to draw on his extensive experience in entrepreneurship, quant finance strategy and business development to establish Keyrock in the following year. He is an angel investor with a strong passion for DeFi, Bitcoin and the impact of financial markets on society.
Juan on X: @JuanDMendieta
Keyrock on X: @KeyrockTrading
Juan on LinkedIn: Juan David Mendieta Villegas
Keyrock on Linkedin: Keyrock
Cryptoconomy on Twitter: @Cryptoconomy_
On this episode Cryptoconomy sits down with Gareth Beesley, Founder of DComm to learn more about their mission to tokenizing and democratize global assets and commodities. Learn how their blockchain leverages decentralized networks to verify the data that drives the economy.
Learn how they plan to introduce commodities trading to the blockchain while working with wind, solar, and commodities providers to tokenize their assets for global retail and institutional investors.
Official Website: https://dcomm.network/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/DComm_Official
Discord: https://bit.ly/DComm_Discord
Telegram Group: https://t.me/+IDOMn-RvBRg5Yzkx
Telegram Channel: https://t.me/DComm_Official_Announcements
Medium: https://dcomm-official.medium.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/dcommblockchain/
Gareth LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/garethbeesley/
Token: https://www.coinstore.com/#/spot/DCMUSDT
Cryptoconomy Twitter: @Cryptoconomy_
An incredible financial system built around direct peer-to-peer trading, without any third party access? It’s real and it’s here, with Vega Protocol.
Cryptoconomy talks to Vega Protocol and CEO Barney Mannerings about their fully decentralized high performance peer to network trading, the background in building the system and getting it to market, as well as how and when you can take advantage.
Vega Website: https://vega.xyz/
Vega Twitter: https://twitter.com/vegaprotocol
Barney Twitter: https://twitter.com/barnabee
Cryptoconomy Twitter: https://twitter.com/Cryptoconomy_
Akash Mahendra is Director of the Haven1 Foundation where he leads strategy, operations, and risk management efforts in support of Haven1 — an EVM-compatible L1 blockchain purpose-built to provide a secure environment for on-chain finance. He is also a Portfolio Manager at the digital wealth platform Yield App. Mahendra started his career as a Legal Enforcement Officer at The Australian Securities and Investments Commission, before diving into Web3 full-time. Prior to joining Haven1, Akash served as the Chief Investment Officer at the Web3 investment firm DAO Capital, and the Head of Operations and Strategy at Steady State, an automated DeFi insurance company, where he honed his expertise in blockchain tech and financial portfolio management.
Akash on Twitter: https://twitter.com/Akash_Haven1
Akash on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/akash-mahendra-48541121a
Haven1 Site: https://www.haven1.org/
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Hear the real story of the company Marc Andreessen once called "the most important company he had ever invested in". A behind the scenes look at how a cast of Silicon Valley giants exchanged favors, butted heads, and got Lebron sent to Cleveland.
Video referenced: https://youtu.be/IobRTxIE4DQ?si=mIkWWl3A20AUSltH
Twitter: @cryptoconomy_
In this episode, we dive deep into the legal intricacies of crypto with Nareg Essaghoolian, the co-founder of Decrypted Law. Nareg shares his journey into crypto law and sheds light on the significant legal milestones and challenges that have shaped the crypto industry. From a comprehensive overview of global and local regulatory frameworks to the fascinating convergence of smart contracts and legal doctrines, Nareg navigates us through the complex legal waters. The discourse extends to legal risk management in crypto investments, intellectual property considerations in NFTs, and indispensable legal advice for both budding crypto entrepreneurs and everyday users. Nareg also casts a discerning eye on the future, predicting how evolving regulations might impact the crypto space and how innovation can be a linchpin for its growth and acceptance. Join us for a riveting exploration of how law intertwines with the emerging world of cryptocurrencies.
Nareg Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nareg-essaghoolian/
Nareg Twitter: https://twitter.com/NaregEsq
Decrypted Law: https://www.decryptedlaw.com/
Cryptoconomy Twitter: https://twitter.com/Cryptoconomy_