The Interop

Join Jordi Alexander, CEO of Selini Capital and host of the Steady Lads podcast, as he unpacks the current state of global markets and crypto in a high-stakes era. From the macroeconomic shifts driving Bitcoin and gold to the speculative bubbles bursting in altcoins and meme tokens, Jordi shares his candid views on where value lies today. This episode dives deep into the intersection of AI and crypto, the future of DeFi, and the economic forces shaping the next phase of digital finance. 🎧 Listen to The Interop on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/58QAYwzVjCLrWR8E4tWbgm Consider staking with Interop Ventures by clicking the following link - https://interop.ventures 📚 Chapters 00:00 Introduction 03:00 Crypto as a Casino Phase 07:15 The Base vs. Speculation Framework 12:00 AI’s Role in Crypto’s Future 17:45 Ethereum’s Struggles & Lessons 23:30 Bitcoin, Gold & Global Shifts 28:00 Wrap-Up & Market Outlook 📎 Links The Interop - https://interop.ventures/ Selini Capital - https://www.selinicapital.com/ 🌐 Socials Jordi - https://x.com/gametheorizing Sebastien Couture - https://x.com/seb3point0 Selini Capital - https://x.com/SeliniCapital 🔔 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and turn on notifications to stay updated with the latest insights in blockchain technology!

Lucian Mincu, co-founder of Multiverse X, dives deep into the critical decisions that shaped the blockchain industry. He shares why Ethereum abandoned state sharding and how Multiverse X boldly implemented it from day one to redefine scalability and speed. Discover the game-changing potential of sub-second finality, adaptive state sharding, and the vision for invisible, seamless blockchain interactions. Lucian also tackles the rising demand for stablecoins, their role in global finance, and the shifts in payments that are reshaping real-world adoption. Consider staking with Interop Ventures by clicking the following link - https://interop.ventures 📚 Chapters 00:00 Introduction 03:10 Multiverse X Origins 06:24 Why Ethereum Chose Rollups 10:43 Sharding vs. Rollups 18:37 Sub-Second Finality 24:34 Stablecoins & Payments 31:39 Future of Blockchain 📎 Links MultiversX - https://multiversx.com/ Whitepaper - https://files.multiversx.com/multiversx-whitepaper.pdf 🌐 Socials Lucian Mincu - https://x.com/lucianmincu Sebastien Couture - https://x.com/seb3point0 Plaza - https://x.com/MultiversX 🔔 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and turn on notifications to stay updated with the latest insights in blockchain technology!

Ryan Galvankar, founder of Plaza, joins to discuss the groundbreaking launch of on-chain bonds and leverage products built on Base. From a 10% ETH-backed yield to the role of institutions in DeFi, Ryan explores how Plaza is redefining decentralized finance. Tune in to understand why long-term ETH investments could outpace market cycles and how programmable derivatives are unlocking new possibilities for investors. Consider staking with Interop Ventures by clicking the following link - https://interop.ventures 📚 Chapters 00:00 Why Long-Term Matters 02:10 Plaza Mainnet Launch 05:30 ETH Investment: Long vs Short 11:01 Institutional Adoption & Stablecoins 16:13 RWA Tokenization Challenges 23:59 Plaza Bonds & Leverage 31:13 ETH Bonds Offer 10% Yield 36:07 From Cosmos to Base 📎 Links Plaza Finance - https://plaza.finance/ Plaza Docs (Overview) - https://docs.plaza.finance/ 🌐 Socials Ryan Galvankar - https://x.com/unhedged21 Sebastien Couture - https://x.com/seb3point0 Plaza - https://x.com/plaza_finance 🔔 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and turn on notifications to stay updated with the latest insights in blockchain technology!

Most rollups today aren’t sovereign. They rely on a single sequencer, creating a major centralization risk. Josh Bowen, CEO of Astria Labs breaks down how shared sequencing fixes this—eliminating blockchain silos and making rollups more secure and interoperable. Without shared infrastructure, modular blockchains just become fragmented networks. We explore the trade-offs in existing rollup solutions, why DA layers aren’t enough, and how Astria is reshaping the rollup landscape by removing single points of failure. This is how rollups can stay independent while still working together. The future of Ethereum scaling is here. Consider staking with Interop Ventures by clicking the following link - https://interop.ventures 📚 Chapters 00:00 What Is Astria 02:10 Rollup Problems Today 06:30 Why Sequencers Matter 10:45 Fixing Interop & Silos 14:55 Modular Chains Are Siloed 19:20 Shared vs. Solo Sequencing 23:40 What’s Next for Scaling 📎 Links Astria Labs - https://www.astria.org/ 🌐 Socials Josh Bowen - https://x.com/Jskybowen Sebastien Couture - https://x.com/seb3point0 Astria - https://x.com/AstriaOrg 🔔 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and turn on notifications to stay updated with the latest insights in blockchain technology!

Melanie Mohr, Co-founder of PWR Labs, joins to talk about building a new kind of blockchain infrastructure—one that finally bridges Web2 and Web3. PWR Chain separates consensus from execution, enabling developers to build their own chains—called VIDAs—in any language: JavaScript, Python, C++, Rust, Move, Solidity. No VM restrictions, no validators required, and no gas tokens needed. We dive into: – How PWR Chain rethinks the Layer 1 / Layer 2 stack – Why most blockchains failed to attract developers – How DPoP (Delegated Proof of Power) secures the base layer – What makes VIDAs different from L2s and appchains – The potential for massive corporate adoption PWR Chain isn’t just another L1. It’s a new model for scaling decentralized applications—built to handle the next 10 million developers. Consider staking with Interop Ventures by clicking the following link - https://interop.ventures 📚 Chapters 00:00 Introduction 02:10 Powerchain’s Edge 06:13 Developer Challenges 11:22 Evolving Coding Standards 17:53 Consensus and Validation 24:04 Efficient Blockchain Design 28:58 Data and Scaling 34:35 Flexible Virtual Machines 40:38 Power Token Insights 45:57 Closing Thoughts 📎 Links PWR Chain (White Paper) - https://whitepaperv2.pwrlabs.io/ PWR Chain Website - www.pwrlabs.io 🌐 Socials (X) Melanie Mohr - https://x.com/mohrwom Sebastien Couture - https://x.com/seb3point0 PWR Labs - https://x.com/pwrlabs 🔔 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and turn on notifications to stay updated with the latest insights in blockchain technology!

Altan Tutar, CEO of MoreMarkets (formerly Nuffle Labs), shares how the platform unlocks the potential of dormant crypto assets like Doge and XRP. By leveraging innovative infrastructure, MoreMarkets makes it easy for users to participate in DeFi without bridging risks. Altan discusses the evolution from NEAR DA to enabling seamless cross-chain staking and liquidity. Dive into the conversation on restaking, fast finality layers, and the future of crypto usability. Consider staking with Interop Ventures by clicking the following link - https://interop.ventures 📚 Chapters 00:00 Meet Altan Tutar 01:30 Why MoreMarkets? 04:20 Unlocking Dinosaur Assets 07:00 Bridging vs. Locking 09:50 Staking Rewards Explained 13:20 Eigenlayer's Impact 16:00 NEAR DA Insights 21:10 AI in Liquidity 26:30 DeFi Risks Simplified 33:00 KYC Issues in Crypto 36:50 MoreMarkets Roadmap 📎 Links MoreMarkets - https://moremarkets.xyz/ 🌐 Socials Altan Tutar - https://x.com/mraltantutar Sebastien Couture - https://x.com/seb3point0 MoreMarkets - https://x.com/moremarketsxyz 🔔 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and turn on notifications to stay updated with the latest insights in blockchain technology!

Felix Lutsch, Head of Ecosystem at Symbiotic, dives deep into the future of blockchain security, modular restaking systems, and the challenges of decentralization. Learn how Symbiotic’s flexible architecture is paving the way for innovative use cases like insurance, multi-asset staking, and RWA integration. Felix also shares insights on Ethereum, Cosmos, and Bitcoin’s evolving role in DeFi. Consider staking with Interop Ventures by clicking the following link - https://interop.ventures 📎 Links Symbiotic Mainnet - https://blog.symbiotic.fi/symbiotic-arrives-on-mainnet/ Symbiotic - https://symbiotic.fi/ 🌐 Socials Sebastien Couture - https://x.com/seb3point0 Felix Lutsch - https://x.com/FelixLts The Interop Podcast - https://x.com/TheInterop 📚 Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Felix Lutsch 01:43 Symbiotic's Vision & Evolution 04:03 Alignment with Cosmos & Polkadot 06:18 Multi-Asset Approach Explained 09:03 Bitcoin's Role in Symbiotic 11:49 Trends & Applications 16:08 Real World Assets Integration 23:09 Unique Vaults & Partnerships 28:07 Mainnet Launch Metrics 34:11 Future Prospects for Symbiotic 35:18 Centralization Concerns & Staking 🔔 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and turn on notifications to stay updated with the latest insights in blockchain technology!

Jelena Djuric, CEO and co-founder of Noble, joins Sebastien Couture to discuss Noble’s groundbreaking updates. From the launch of the $USDN, a composable yield stablecoin, to its role in the Cosmos and EVM ecosystems, Jelena reveals how Noble is reshaping stablecoin issuance and real-world asset integration. Explore how Noble leverages IBC to eliminate fragmentation, drive adoption, and enable seamless liquidity across ecosystems. Consider staking with Interop Ventures by clicking the following link - https://interop.ventures 📚 Chapters 00:00 Introduction 01:01 What is Noble Dollar? 02:11 Scaling as a Founder 03:37 Team Expansion & Hiring 06:24 USDC Growth on Noble 10:18 Stablecoin Use Cases 14:09 IBC Eureka 22:06 Proof of Authority Explained 34:16 Launching the Noble Dollar 41:23 Future Plans for Noble Token 46:42 The Role of Cosmos and IBC 📎 Links Noble's Website 🌐 Socials Jelana Djuric on X Sebastien Couture Noble on X 🔔 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and turn on notifications to stay updated with the latest insights in blockchain technology!

Stablecoins are changing the game in crypto. 🚀 Join us as Ryne Saxe, CEO of Eco, explains how his platform is building seamless cross-chain liquidity and making stablecoins the gateway for mass crypto adoption. Discover how stablecoins simplify payments, power emerging markets, and enable groundbreaking financial innovation. With insights on institutional adoption, user-friendly designs, and yield opportunities, this episode is a must-watch for crypto enthusiasts and builders alike. Consider staking with Interop Ventures by clicking the following link - https://interop.ventures 📚 Chapters 00:00 Introduction 02:10 Driving Crypto Adoption 06:43 Stablecoins in Emerging Markets 12:14 Institutional Stablecoins Coming 20:09 Simplifying On-Chain Payments 26:10 Eco’s Vision Explained 30:09 Yield with Crowd Liquidity 35:43 Intent-Based Transactions 42:11 Solving Cross-Chain Issues 50:39 Eco + Hyperlane 📎 Links Eco Website - https://eco.com/ 🌐 Socials Ryne Saxe - https://x.com/rynesaxe Sebastien Couture - https://x.com/seb3point0 Eco - https://x.com/eco 🔔 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and turn on notifications to stay updated with the latest insights in blockchain technology!

Join Adrian Brink, co-founder of Anoma, as he delves into groundbreaking concepts reshaping blockchain technology. Explore how Namada is leading the charge in privacy-first crypto systems and why intent-based protocols are the future. Learn about the push for user-controlled data, resilient systems for a chaotic world, and how decentralized blockchains can enable new applications. Get insights into building systems that protect user privacy while driving real-world adoption. Consider staking with Interop Ventures by clicking the following link - https://interop.ventures 📚 Chapters 00:00 Introduction 00:43 Transparency Limits Blockchain 01:05 What Is Namada? 03:45 How Namada & Anoma Differ 06:24 Crypto’s Transparency 07:18 How AI Fits Into This 13:28 Endgame for Intents 18:49 AI Blockchain Apps 23:18 How Super Apps Fit In 30:19 Namada’s Roadmap 33:07 Privacy Practices to Improve 39:01 Regulation & Compliance 📎 Links Anoma's Website 🌐 Socials Adrian Brink Sebastien Couture Anoma Namada 🔔 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and turn on notifications to stay updated with the latest insights in blockchain technology!

Illia Polosukhin, co-founder of NEAR Protocol, discusses the intersection of AI, blockchain, and crypto's evolving role in the global economy. From regulatory clarity to the rise of AI-driven super apps, Illia explains how these technologies will disrupt industries, empower users, and challenge traditional systems. 📚Chapters 01:40 The State of Crypto 06:16 Why AI Startups Avoid Crypto 11:51 Regulation’s Role in Innovation 17:13 AI Agents Meet Blockchain 22:22 The Rise of Super Apps 33:29 Trusted Execution Environments (TEEs) 37:18 Near’s Multi-layered Stack 42:38 What’s Next for Near Protocol? 📎Links Consider staking with Interop Ventures NEAR Protocol 🌐 Socials Illia Polosukhin Sebastien Couture NEAR Protocol on X 🔔 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and turn on notifications to stay updated with the latest insights in blockchain technology!

AI agents are transforming blockchain and DeFi. SAFE’s modular smart accounts provide secure tools for agents to manage funds and drive innovation. Discover how autonomous agents enable synthetic economies, revolutionize transactions, and unlock new possibilities in DeFi, gaming, and beyond. SAFE is leading this shift with cutting-edge infrastructure and open-source technology for 2025 and beyond. Alexis Savvides shares insights into synthetic economies, autonomous agents, and how this technology is reshaping DeFi, gaming, and beyond. 🎧 Listen to The Interop on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/58QAYwzVjCLrWR8E4tWbgm 📚 Chapters 00:00 Welcome to the SAFE Podcast 00:36 Latest Innovations 02:59 AI and Crypto Overview 05:18 Understanding AI Agents 11:12 Levels of AI Agents 14:14 Agents in On-Chain Transactions 17:24 AI Models Driving Innovation 19:51 SAFE’s Role in AI 22:41 Developer Opportunities 27:22 AI Agents Replacing Developers 29:04 Humans in a Synthetic Economy 🌐 Socials Alexis - https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexissavvides Sebastien Couture - https://x.com/seb3point0 🔔 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and turn on notifications to stay updated with the latest insights in blockchain technology!

Ahmed Al-Balaghi and Mislav Javor dive deep into their mission to simplify Web3 for developers and users alike. From gasless transactions to modular execution environments, this episode explores how Biconomy is tackling blockchain UX challenges. Learn about super transactions, multichain scaling, and the vision for a seamless Web3 future. Consider staking with Interop Ventures by clicking the following link - https://interop.ventures 🎧 Listen to The Interop on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/58QAYwzVjCLrWR8E4tWbgm 📚 Chapters 00:00 Introduction 01:05 The Origins of Biconomy 03:36 Evolution of Mission & Products 06:42 Staying Focused Through Market Cycles 11:16 Introducing Modular Execution Environment (MEE) 17:00 ERC 4337 vs. MEE 26:19 What Are Super Transactions? 35:02 Supporting EVMs & Non-EVM Chains 40:36 Challenges in Gasless Transactions 44:48 Decentralization vs. User Experience 50:17 Exploring AI Agents in Web3 57:49 Biconomy’s Roadmap for 2025 🌐 Socials Ahmed Al-Balaghi - https://x.com/arabalaghi Mislav Javor - https://x.com/ox_shaman Sebastien Couture - https://x.com/seb3point0 🔔 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and turn on notifications to stay updated with the latest insights in blockchain technology!

Paul Frambot, co-founder and CEO of Morpho Labs, joins the show to discuss Morpho’s transformative impact on decentralized lending. From building a permissionless protocol to scaling Morpho’s ecosystem to $6 billion TVL, Paul shares insights into the protocol’s unique architecture, the challenges of creating risk-managed lending markets, and why Morpho is distinct from platforms like AAVE. With discussions on token strategies, cross-chain deployments, and institutional DeFi adoption, this episode is packed with actionable insights for the DeFi space. Consider staking with Interop Ventures by clicking the following link - https://interop.ventures 📚 Chapters 00:00 Intro & Paul Frambot’s Journey 01:49 Building Morpho in France 06:07 What Makes Morpho Unique 11:32 Curators’ Role in Risk Management 20:14 Fee Switch & Open Source Transition 29:52 Token Transferability 35:37 Scaling Morpho Cross-Chain 44:41 Fintechs & Institutional DeFi Adoption 47:03 Is Morpho Competing with AAVE? 49:25 Challenges of Building Morpho 🔗 Links Morpho’s Mission: https://morpho.mirror.xyz/Df_r4-mDzR-xFLA3P3amuhzwq4GjuuNOnOiiVizx6ZU MIP 87 - Crosschain Deployments Framework: https://forum.morpho.org/t/mip-87-crosschain-deployments-framework/1199 Call for Grants: https://forum.morpho.org/t/call-for-grants/1177 🌐 Socials Paul Frambot - https://x.com/PaulFrambot Morpho Labs - https://morpho.org/ Sebastien Couture - https://x.com/seb3point0 🔔 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and turn on notifications to stay updated with the latest insights in blockchain technology!

Movement launched its token to massive success, surpassing FDV expectations and igniting a vibrant ecosystem of Move powered applications. Ali Sheikh shares insights on their strategic TGE, the Move language’s impact on blockchain security, and the roadmap ahead. Consider staking with Interop Ventures by clicking the following link - https://interop.ventures 📚 Chapters 00:00 Intro & Background 02:10 From VC to Builder 04:30 Movement’s TGE Lessons 07:45 MOVE’s Role in Security 10:55 Movement’s Culture of Success 14:20 Supporting Ecosystem Projects 18:30 TGE Challenges 23:00 MOVE Liquid Staking & Utility 27:00 What’s Next for Movement 31:00 Emerging Markets & Developer Growth 34:30 MoveVM vs. EVM 38:00 Community Growth Initiatives 42:00 Final Thoughts & Series B Plans 🌐 Socials Ali Sheikh - https://x.com/analyticalali Movement Labs - https://x.com/movementlabsxyz Sebastien Couture - https://x.com/seb3point0 🔔 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and turn on notifications to stay updated with the latest insights in blockchain technology!

Charlie Hu, co-founder of BitLayer, discusses the evolution of Bitcoin Layer 2 solutions, the significance of BitVM, and the interaction between Bitcoin L2s and core developers. He shares how BitLayer enhances Bitcoin scaling, the implications of institutional interest in Bitcoin, and the future of DeFi on the platform, highlighting the importance of partnerships and the potential risks associated with institutional capture of Bitcoin's core values. 📚 Chapters 00:00 Introduction 01:55 Charlie’s transition to Bitcoin development 05:30 The rise of ordinals and Bitcoin primitives 10:18 Scaling Bitcoin: From on-chain to Layer 2 18:20 Challenges in integrating with Bitcoin Core 24:02 How Bitlayer enhances Bitcoin scalability 32:45 BitVM and trust-minimized bridges explained 39:49 What is OP_CAT and its potential impact? 46:08 The Bitcoin Defi ecosystem and its growth 50:14 Institutional interest in Bitcoin defi 56:11 Partnerships with Binance Wallet and adoption strategies 🌐 Socials Charlie Hu: https://x.com/charliehusats Bitlayer: https://x.com/bitlayerlabs Sebastien Couture: https://x.com/seb3point0 🔔 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and turn on notifications to stay updated with the latest insights in blockchain technology!

In this conversation, Garvit Goel, CEO of Electron, discusses the advancements and future plans of Electron, a platform designed to significantly reduce the costs associated with verifying zero-knowledge (ZK) proofs on Ethereum and other blockchains. The discussion covers the launch of their flagship product, Quantum, the integration of various proving systems, the importance of decentralization, and the potential future use cases for ZK technology. Garvit emphasizes the need for a universal aggregation layer and the competitive landscape in the ZK ecosystem, while also addressing the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead for Electron and its partners. 💡 Total gas cost saved by Electron - https://explorer.electron.dev/ 🎧 Listen to The Interop on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/58QAYwzVjCLrWR8E4tWbgm 📚 Chapters 00:00 Introduction 01:20 Electron’s Mission 03:30 Why ZK Proofs Are Expensive 05:50 Quantum: The Aggregation Layer 08:46 Supporting Multiple Proving Systems 12:00 Innovations in Aggregation 16:34 Decentralizing the Prover Network 22:09 Protocols Using Quantum 27:41 Use Cases for ZK Rollups 35:06 Plans for Bitcoin and Other L1s 38:34 Mainnet and Future Plans 📂 Playlists Explore Devcon 2024 Explore Cosmoverse 2024 🌐 SocialsElectron's Official Website: electron.dev Stay connected with Electron: X (formerly Twitter): @ElectronZK Follow Garvit Goel: GitHub: garvitgoel Medium: garvitgoel.medium.com Instagram: @garvitgoel_ 🔔 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and turn on notifications to stay updated with the latest insights in blockchain technology!

"Economic security is not free, but Catalysis helps you find the most cost-effective solution.” Watch Abhishek Kumar, co-founder and CEO of Catalysis explain the role of Catalysis in providing abstraction layers for restaking protocols, enabling AVS builders to tap into diverse economic security sources while simplifying development. This episode explores the AVS landscape, the challenges of decentralization, and how Catalysis is solving interoperability and cost issues to accelerate innovation in decentralized app ecosystems. Topics: - The role of shared security in decentralized applications - Challenges and benefits of AVS (actively validated services) - How Catalysis abstracts restaking protocol complexities - Trade-offs between app chains and rollups - The future of multi-chain economic security - Economic and liquidity benefits of diversified security sources - Upcoming roadmap and milestones for Catalysis - Tools like the Catalysis SDK for developers - Risks and mitigations for cascading slashes - Emerging markets enabled by Catalysis (e.g., bribing and arbitrage) Chapters: 00:00 Introduction and Overview 01:19 What is Catalysis? 03:32 AVS Landscape and Growth 05:46 App Chains vs. Rollups 08:32 Breaking Down Blockchain Stacks 13:15 Catalysis SDK and Tools 17:52 Economic Security Explained 25:27 Benefits of Diversified Security 37:44 Interoperability Challenges Solved 42:37 Emerging Markets in Shared Security 46:03 Catalysis Roadmap and Future Referenced: - Catalysis Blog: https://catalysis.medium.com/ - Catalysis on Twitter: https://twitter.com/0xcatalysis - Catalysis Website: https://catalysis.network/ - Blog Post: https://catalysis.medium.com/why-catalysis-enabling-a-future-with-thousands-of-avss-9197bedcf283 - Proof of Stake Mechanisms with Strong Cryptoeconomic Safety: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FaHj9UYoiU0 Follow Abhishek Kumar, Co-founder and CEO of Catalysis • Abhishek Kumar on X - https://x.com/xenowits • Catalysis on X - https://x.com/0xcatalysis Follow Sebastien Couture, Host of The Interop on Social Media • Sebastien Couture on X - https://x.com/seb3point0 • The Interop on X - https://x.com/TheInterop Explore 'The Interop' playlist: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7ohpd7RttERAZqb2iWKNOA/playlists/playlists Listen to 'The Interop' on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/58QAYwzVjCLrWR8E4tWbgm

"Dango is simplifying margin trading in DeFi." Hundreds of billions of dollars of liquidity in $BCH, $DOGE, $XRP, $ADA and other assets is mostly absent from DeFi, not to mention Bitcoin. Imagine if we could fully utilize that TVL. That’s what Dango wants to achieve. Right after they rebuild the entire DeFi stack... The team built Grug as a new CosmWasm-based chain purpose-made for DeFi: - On-chain credit account - By-default smart accounts - No wallet, passkey-first approach - Fees paid in USDC - 0.5-second block times & 2,000 TPS - Secure Rust-based smart contracts They created Grug so they could be its first customer, building an ecosystem of DeFi apps: a spot DEX, a perp DEX, and a margin account for borrowing and lending. With a relentless focus on UX and an upcoming Mica-compliant ICO, I’m bullish on Dango setting a new standard for on-chain apps. Topics - Grug: A blockchain VM with smart accounts and cron jobs. - The challenges and benefits of Passkeys in blockchain. - Dango's focus on user-friendly DeFi and margin trading. - Integrating "dinosaur" assets like BCH and XRP into DeFi. - ICO strategy compliant with Mika regulations. - Tokenomics: Low-supply token design and buyback mechanism. - Proof-of-Authority vs. traditional Proof-of-Stake chains. - Decentralizing Grug: Long-term roadmap for scalability. Chapters 00:00 Introduction 01:12 Grug VM 06:05 Smart Accounts 13:38 DeFi Margin Trading 20:09 Dango’s UX 27:21 Dinosaur Assets 41:26 Passkeys Security 43:01 PoA Approach 53:21 Mica-Compliant ICO 58:50 Tokenomics 61:55 Demo Net & Roadmap Follow Larry Lyu, Founder of Left Curve Software • Larry Lyu on X - https://x.com/larry0x • Left Curve on X - https://x.com/leftCurveSoft • Dango on X - https://x.com/dango_zone Follow Sebastien Couture, Host of The Interop on Social Media • Sebastien Couture on X - https://x.com/seb3point0 • The Interop on X - https://x.com/TheInterop Explore 'Devcon 2024' playlist: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lU0Pw_Qg-ww&list=PLAbjjdO- Explore 'Cosmoverse 2024' playlist: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MisEYEis1_s&list=PLAbjjdO-rjbmGnQUm60PPtmXZZ7a8PSOh&index=1&t=0s Explore 'The Interop' playlist: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7ohpd7RttERAZqb2iWKNOA/playlists/playlists Listen to 'The Interop' on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/58QAYwzVjCLrWR8E4tWbgm

Cosmos is gearing up for a new era. Join Josh Cincinnati, Chair of the Interchain Foundation Council, and Magnus Marinak, Co-Founder of Interchain Labs, as they discuss the bold steps being taken to redefine the Cosmos ecosystem. From unifying development to attracting institutional liquidity, this conversation dives into the hub's role, rebranding debates, and the future of decentralized blockchain architecture. Topics - The ICF's acquisition of Skip and its rebranding as Interchain Labs. - Vision of multiple sovereign blockchains and ecosystem growth. - Attracting institutional liquidity to the Cosmos Hub. - The role of the Cosmos Hub in uniting the ecosystem. - Reorganizing development for efficiency and innovation. - Addressing community feedback and restructuring governance. - Leveraging the Hub’s assets for broader ecosystem growth. - Overcoming Cosmos branding challenges and embracing its history. - Building privacy-first solutions unique to Cosmos architecture. - Scaling the ecosystem with liquidity, speed, and alignment. Chapters 00:00 Introduction 01:56 Community’s Reaction to the Acquisition 06:41 Why the ICF Chose Radical Change 13:10 The Cosmos Vision: A Top-Three Ecosystem 20:01 Unlocking Liquidity for Ecosystem Growth 30:32 Cosmos Hub’s Role in Ecosystem Alignment 38:50 Addressing Cosmos Branding Challenges 46:43 Plans for Conferences and Community Engagement 52:42 ICF and Interchain Labs: Dividing Responsibilities 58:47 Why the Cosmos Community Should Be Bullish Follow Josh Cincinnati, President of the Interchain Foundation Council • Josh Cincinnati on X - https://x.com/acityinohio • Interchain Foundation on X - https://x.com/interchain_io Follow Maghnus Mareneck, Co-founder of Skip (Interchain Labs) • Maghnus Mareneck on X - https://x.com/0xMagmar • Skip Protocol (Interchain Labs) on X - https://x.com/SkipProtocol Follow Sebastien Couture, Host of The Interop on Social Media • Sebastien Couture on X - https://x.com/seb3point0 • The Interop on X - https://x.com/TheInterop