Why Solana Built a Smartphone (And Why it Might Work)
Raoul Pal: The Journey Man
Launch and Future of an Innovative Smartphone Ecosystem
This chapter explores the successful release of a new smartphone by a leading blockchain project, including its pre-sale achievements and global shipping logistics. It also outlines future initiatives, such as a new token and plans for enhancing a decentralized network to foster collaboration among hardware manufacturers.
š„ *FINAL HOURS: Get 50% OFF Real Vision Connect* https://rvtv.io/3UenXVY š„ *Download Raoul Pal's 5-year investing roadmap for free:* https://rvtv.io/41fVHWF Raoul Pal welcomes Emmett Hollyer, general manager of Solana Mobile, to chat about how Solanaās Seeker phone could transform Web3 with self-custody, airdrops, and crypto-native payments. From battling Apple and Googleās walled gardens to building the first true crypto mobile platform, Emmett explores the future of Web3 apps, rewards, and the next billion users. Recorded on August 25, 2025. š Follow Keith on X: https://x.com/m_it š Check out Solana Mobile: https://solanamobile.com/es š£ This episode is brought to you by Figure, the platform to Earn and Borrow. Need liquidity without selling your crypto? Figure offers Crypto-Backed Loans, allowing you to borrow against your Bitcoin or Ethereum with 12-month terms and no prepayment penalties. They have the lowest rates in the industry at 8.91%, allowing you to access instant cash or buy more Bitcoin without triggering a tax event. You can always see your BTC ownership in your FM account and verify holdings in your personal BTC vault onchain. Unlock your cryptoās potential today. š Visit their app to apply for a Crypto Backed Loan today https://figuremarkets.onelink.me/Plnq/2uhuytay
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