The Ledger Podcast Sui integrated into Ledger Live
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Apr 10, 2025 
In this engaging discussion, Kostas Chalkias, co-founder and chief cryptographer of Mysten Labs, shares his journey from leading cryptography at Facebook to innovating with Sui, a next-generation blockchain. He unveils how Sui integrates with Ledger Live to enhance security and streamline transactions. The conversation dives into the challenges of blockchain development, the importance of user-friendly technologies, and the potential of Sui for smart contracts. Kostas also touches on the exciting future of digital asset management and the crucial role of education in blockchain security.
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Kostas's Background
- Kostas Chalkias, a white hat hacker, broke many Ethereum smart contracts, especially those involving cryptography.
- He worked on security at Facebook/Meta, where he learned to think about user experience for billions of users.
Meta's Missed Opportunity
- Meta/Facebook missed an opportunity to facilitate value exchange between creators and collectors on Instagram.
- They prioritized stealing attention over fostering this direct interaction.
Sui's Developer Focus
- Sui prioritizes developer experience by using an object-based language (Sui Move) inspired by Java and Rust.
- This approach makes it easier for developers to build composable elements within the Sui ecosystem.