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#172 - JESSE POLLAK
May 8, 2024
Jesse Pollak, creator of Base, discusses his journey to building the leading Ethereum Layer 2. Topics include Coinbase's role in fostering innovation, the importance of persistence, navigating speed versus caution, and the future of Layer 2 solutions. Also, insights on Coinbase Smart Wallet and upcoming initiatives.
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Quick takeaways
- Base emerged from failure and simplification, transforming into a leading L2 platform.
- Coinbase's supportive culture nurtures entrepreneurial growth and innovation within the organization.
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Jesse's Early Entrepreneurial Journey and Path to Building Base on Ethereum L2 Incubated by Coinbase
Jesse discussed his entrepreneurial roots dating back to childhood where he started businesses like snow shoveling and gardening. Transitioning to college, he built a ride-share app and a dating platform before starting Clath, which specialized in logins and identity. After other ventures, he joined Coinbase in 2017, initially focusing on consumer products before delving into the crypto and on-chain world. Following several roles at Coinbase, he paused for self-reflection, ultimately embarking on the journey to create Base.
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