Talking Tokens

How Avalanche Approaches Scaling, Tokenization & Institutional Growth | John Nahas

Nov 20, 2025
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John Nahas
In a captivating discussion, John Nahas, Chief Business Officer at Ava Labs, dives into Avalanche's innovative scaling strategies and its multi-L1 approach. He highlights how dedicated chains can better serve institutional needs and the industry's struggle with clear on-chain applications. John explains the intricacies of token utility amidst regulatory scrutiny and why stablecoins are essential for adoption. He also sheds light on regional variances in blockchain execution, emphasizing Avalanche's commitment to increasing users and transactions while refining its narrative.
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INSIGHT

Purpose-Built Chains Outperform One-Size-Fits-All

  • Avalanche promotes purpose-built L1s because different institutions need different chains for compliance and control.
  • John Nahas argues this divergence beats a single-chain approach for broad institutional adoption.
INSIGHT

Infrastructure Without Killer Apps Limits Adoption

  • The industry has great infrastructure but lacks killer on-chain apps that create new value.
  • John says we built a utopia on another planet but struggle to transport mainstream users there.
ADVICE

Treat L1s As Long-Term Projects

  • Launching purpose-built chains requires discipline, time, and diligence; you can't treat them like quick apps.
  • Plan L1 rollouts for the long term and accept slow, careful execution.
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