In this episode, Michael, Vance, and Mippo discuss Sky’s potential reversion back to Maker branding, Stripe’s acquisition of Bridge and its implications for the broader stablecoin sector, and Jito’s recent governance proposal introducing rake on MEV tips. Finally, they dive into the sudden rise of AI memes, zkTLS and DECO, and Kraken’s announcement of their upcoming L2, Ink.
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Resources
JIP-8 Adopt TipRouter: https://forum.jito.network/t/jip-8-adopt-tiprouter-ncn-protocol-development/413
Ink Announcement: https://x.com/inkonchain/status/1849443457883885801
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Timestamps:
(0:00) Introduction
(6:38) The Final Weeks of Election Season
(13:53) Will Sky Revert Back To Maker Branding?
(24:20) Stripes Acquisition of Bridge
(32:56) Index Coop Ad
(34:02) Supra Ad
(34:58) Fuel Ad
(35:53) Jito Introduces Rake On Tips
(43:37) The Rise of AI Memes
(59:21) zkTLS and DECO
(1:01:49) Kraken Announces New L2
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Disclaimer: Nothing said on Bell Curve is a recommendation to buy or sell securities or tokens. This podcast is for informational purposes only, and any views expressed by anyone on the show are solely our opinions, not financial advice. Mike, Jason, Michael, Vance and our guests may hold positions in the companies, funds, or projects discussed.tt and our guests may hold positions in the companies, funds, or projects discussed.
