Leviathan News

Devin from GammaSwap joins the podcast to share options trading strategies with their protocol. Learn how you can farm Eigenlayer and Ether.fi points at 160x with their platform. Timeline 0:00 Intro 2:10 Zkasino un-rugs, opens bridge 11:00 Ryan Salame gets 7.5 years in Prison 16:24 Consensus weather 20:45 Interview with DeFi Devin of GammaSwap

In this episode of Leviathan News, Samuel McCulloch and DeFi Advisor discuss the FIT21 bill and its potential implications on the decentralized finance (DeFi) sector in the U.S. with Lawyer Alex Golubitsky, labeling it a 'psy op' that could effectively end DeFi. The discussion prominently features critiques of Gary Gensler, past CFTC regulatory actions, and detailed analysis of the FIT21 bill's provisions. Alex elaborates on the history of regulatory approaches, potential pitfalls of the FIT21 bill, and its paradoxes. Join our Telegram: t.me/leviathan_news References: Sarah's Token Launch Flow: https://miro.com/app/board/uXjVKDbf5kQ=/ Dissenting Statement of Commissioner Summer K. Mersinger Regarding Enforcement Actions Against: 1) Opyn, Inc.; 2) Deridex, Inc.; and 3) ZeroEx, Inc.: https://www.cftc.gov/PressRoom/SpeechesTestimony/mersingerstatement090723 Cryptocurrency Derivatives, Funds and Advisers: Key Considerations Under U.S. Commodity Laws (Part 4: About the Interests of Interest): https://www.derivativesandreporeport.com/2018/10/cryptocurrency-derivatives-funds-and-advisers-key-considerations-under-u-s-commodity-laws-part-4-about-the-interests-of-interest/ Ooki Dao Report: https://www.fintechanddigitalassets.com/2023/07/whats-next-for-daos-in-the-wake-of-the-ooki-decision/ 00:00 The FIT21 Bill: A New Regime for Crypto 00:58 Historical Context: Forex Trading and CFTC 05:07 The Threat to DeFi: Lessons from the Past 05:46 Interview with Alex Golubitsky: Legal Insights 09:35 Understanding Decentralization in FIT21 18:13 Digital Commodities and Regulatory Challenges 24:36 CFTC's Role and Potential Overreach 30:45 Regulatory Challenges for Digital Commodities 31:48 Understanding Eligible Contract Participants (ECPs) 33:51 Mandatory Intermediation in DeFi 35:50 Implications of Fractured Liquidity 40:15 The UKIDAO Case Study 44:00 The Future of DeFi Regulation 48:21 Closing Thoughts on FIT21 51:08 Ethereum ETF and Staked ETH Discussion 53:22 Upcoming Events and Wrap-Up

Guest: Millie, Amplice, Back the Bunny

We are joined by the Llama Risk Team to talk about one of their recent reports - Collateral Risk Assessment - Renzo's ezETH - and it contains some criticism. We are joined by WormholeOracle, johnnyonline, And Svetlin Konsulov. Read the report: https://hackmd.io/@PrismaRisk/ezETH#Collateral-Risk-Assessment---Renzo-Restaked-ETH-ezETH

Millie and DAdvisoor are this week joined by BackTheBunny - to discuss ETH ETF approval, markets, the Llama Risk Team exETH report and Renzo Team's response and some other stuff. Enjoy!

We are joined by the Llama Risk Team to talk about one of their recent reports - Collateral Risk Assessment - Renzo's ezETH - and it contains some criticism. We are joined by WormholeOracle, johnnyonline, And Svetlin Konsulov.

We are honored to have Wormhole Oracle from Llama Risk on to share some of their thoughts on the crvUSD MetaMorpho Vault, and how users can benefit from it.

ETH is pumping... but it will save our bags? Timeline0:00 Intro1:19 ETH ETF approval 9:20 Is it Alt Szn?23:32 The Tentacle26:31 Hyperliquid L1 EVM30:40 Gala Games Exploited32:40 Yuga Fumbles new Crypto Punks Dropt.me/leviathan_news

Colin Platt is our guest today to provide color. We spoke about CSW's lose in court and its implications (2:43), the pump.fun exploit (15:20) and how Groom Lake found the guy. Then we talked about the high FDV low float argument (31:26) and wrapped with Justin Drake joining Eigenlayer as an advisor (46:13)

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What a roster today! Millie and DAdvisoor are joined by Austin Campbell and The Cap Noah Seidman to discuss SAB-121, AKA anti crypto bill, Alexey Pertsev and freedom to code, and who knows what else. Enjoy!

In this expansive episode of Leviathan News, hosts dive into the ambitious future plans for Aave, one of the leading DeFi platforms. Special guests Stani and Emilio from Aave Labs discuss the rollout of Aave 2030 and the development of Aave V4, highlighting how these initiatives aim to innovate and expand the platform's capabilities. The conversation explores Aave's growth, its strategic focus on institutional adoption, integration with real-world assets (RWAs), and the potential for cross-chain liquidity. Emilio sheds light on the evolution of Aave's interest rate models, emphasizing the move towards more predictive and efficient mechanisms. Stani elaborates on Aave's vision for becoming a fundamental part of the financial infrastructure, accessible to all, implying how DeFi might influence the future of finance. This episode offers a deep dive into the technical advancements and strategic decisions shaping Aave's future and the broader DeFi ecosystem. 00:00 Welcome to Leviathan News: A Dive into DeFi's Future 00:48 Introducing Aave's Ambitious Plans: Aave 2030 and V4 01:50 Aave's Evolution: From V3 to V4 and Beyond 05:26 The Dominance of Aave in the DeFi Space 06:33 Innovation and Competition: Aave's Strategy for Growth 08:55 Aave's Market Structure and Response to DeFi Challenges 11:46 Exploring Aave 2030 and V4: A New Era for DeFi 22:30 The Technical Vision Behind Aave V4 and Aave Chain 33:22 Building Aave Network: Challenges and Opportunities 39:58 The Role of Go in Aave's Future 40:59 Exploring the Scalability of Go Stablecoin 42:19 The Future of Go: Diverse Generation Mechanisms 44:56 Anticipating the Impact of Aave V4 on Go 47:25 Innovating with Fuzzy Controlled Interest Rates 56:31 The Evolution of Aave: From Lend to Leading DeFi 58:39 Institutional Adoption and the Future of DeFi 01:03:48 The Potential of Bitcoin and Wrapped Assets in DeFi 01:11:47 Envisioning Aave's Role in the Future of Finance

This extensive interview features Faraj, a co-founder of EYWA, discussing their innovative approach to decentralized cross-chain bridge technology and their journey within the DeFi ecosystem. Starting with EYWA origins and development after a hackathon in 2021, to raising a significant seed round amidst the crypto winter and refining their technology to enhance security and efficiency across blockchains. Faraj delves into EYWA consensus bridge idea, designed to mitigate risks by allowing transactions to be secured by multiple bridges simultaneously, representing a new paradigm in cross-chain communication security. Additionally, the discussion goes into EYWA governance, tokenomics, and the potential for revolutionizing liquidity and asset management in DeFi. The episode also examines EYWA strategic choice of Phantom as their hub chain, despite some market fluctuations, appreciating its technical merits and DeFi-friendly environment. The show wraps up with an invitation to the audience to engage with EYWA, participate in airdrops, and explore partnerships, highlighting upcoming appearances at blockchain events. 00:00 Welcome and Introduction to Today's Special Guest 00:18 Discovering Eywa: The Genesis of a Futuristic Protocol 00:53 Deep Dive into Eywa's Vision and Technology 02:40 The Inspiration Behind Eywa's Name and Mission 04:43 Ewa's Funding Journey and the Crypto Winter Challenge 09:17 Building on Curve: Strategy, Challenges, and Innovations 12:29 Cross-Chain Liquidity and the Future of DeFi with Eywa 19:20 Ewa's Integration with Curve: Technical Insights and Future Plans 33:58 Ewa's Achievements and Future Aspirations 40:00 Showcasing CurveX at Paris Blockchain Week 40:52 Defending DeFi's Potential in Finance 42:15 The Power of Open Source in DeFi 44:00 Tim Draper's Influence and Vision for Bitcoin 47:52 Building a More Secure DeFi Ecosystem 49:37 Cross-Chain Solutions and Consensus Bridges 55:10 The Future of Eywa and Cross-Chain DeFi 59:30 Exploring Phantom's Unique Position in DeFi 01:05:12 Target Audience and Use Cases for Eywa 01:11:25 Closing Remarks and Future Engagements

Navigating DeFi Landscapes: A Transition from Umami to Bonsai DAO This comprehensive conversation touches upon personal experiences and major developments within the DeFi space, including fond recollections of vacations, reflections on recent sports events, and a detailed discussion on the aftermath of the Luna collapse, its impact on personal investments, and the broader DeFi community. Clones Cody joins as today's guest, sharing insights into the DeFi advisory landscape, the evolution of Umami DAO, and its strategic rebranding to Bonsai DAO. The dialogue traverses through the intricacies of launching innovative DeFi projects, the transition strategy from Umami to Bonsai, and the future ambitions of the newly branded DAO. It dives deep into the technical and conceptual frameworks behind their upcoming projects, emphasizing permissionless lending and smart account functionalities. Listeners are offered a peek into the successes and ongoing plans of Umami and Bonsai DAO, underscoring community engagement, upcoming product developments, and the importance of evolving tokenomics to sustain growth and interest within the DeFi ecosystem. 00:00 Kicking Off with Casual Banter and Updates 01:08 Introducing Today's Guest and the Main Discussion Topics 01:43 Reflecting on the Luna Collapse Anniversary and Personal Crypto Journeys 03:41 Deep Dive into the Terraform Labs Saga and Do Kwon's Legal Troubles 06:51 Exploring the Impact of Luna's Collapse on DeFi and Abracadabra's Survival 12:17 FTX's Collapse and the Aftermath: Legal and Financial Repercussions 16:28 The Mysterious Case of Sam Trabucco and FTX's Unresolved Mysteries 20:48 Crypto's Partisan Divide and Regulatory Challenges in the US 22:00 Crypto for Everyone: A Warm Welcome 22:17 Reflecting on Terra Luna's Anniversary 22:48 The Aftermath of Terra Luna and Market Reflections 24:07 Moving Forward: The Introduction of ETFs and Market Recovery 25:15 Umami DAO's Evolution and Bonsai MetaDAO Introduction 27:39 Innovations in Yield Generation and DeFi Strategies 30:45 Expanding the Ecosystem: New Projects and Directions 33:12 Adopting a Venture Studio Model for DAOs 39:18 The Aladdin DAO Experience: Lessons and Insights 49:38 Umami to Bonsai: Migration Process and Future Plans

We're joined by draper - probably the best marketer in the space (ok, just DAdvisoor's opinion) - to talk about marketing in general, in the crypto space, and what defi studio MOM is up to with Yearn, Ajna and other projects they're building.

The Asymmetry Finance team join us to discuss their new product launch - afCVX! Hannah and Justin From Asymmetry and Kmets and Cryptovestor from Aladdin DAO and Clever join DAdvisoor to talk about tis new product, harnessing the power of Clever at the use of Asymmetry's new product - afCVX

Curve Cap and DAdvisoor are joined by Alan of Railgun to discuss the importance of privacy and it being a right we should remember to keep, and how to try doing so.

α-cen from Lyra is on to discuss options in general, onchain options and what new features and possibilities the new Lyra v2 brings to the table.

The Leviathan News panel assembles again on a Thursday to discuss markets, EIGEN announcement and reactions, Aave v4, Friend Tech anticipated v2 and airdrop, CZ and a lot more! Millie, amplice, Colin Platt and DAdvisoor are on to talk about weekly events in the crypto industry and community.