Empire

A Founder’s Mindset, DePIN’s Breakthrough, and Stablecoin Models | Roundup

Oct 4, 2024
Santi and Jason dive into their journeys as founders and investors, emphasizing adaptability in business. They discuss the rapid growth of DePIN and payment solutions on Solana, alongside innovative approaches in the crypto landscape. The conversation shifts to the intriguing dynamics of prediction markets and political betting. Plus, they analyze BitGo's unique stablecoin model and its potential market impact. With humor, they reflect on personal experiences in tech and conclude with a teaser for the upcoming Permissionless event, highlighting the intersection of politics and blockchain.
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ANECDOTE

Blockworks' Organic Growth

  • Jason and Santi discuss Blockworks' origins, starting with small events in NYC.
  • It grew organically without an initial grand vision, eventually expanding into a media company.
INSIGHT

Big Visions in Hindsight

  • Founders often create grand visions later to motivate teams and raise capital.
  • A big vision makes execution easier, although it may not be the initial driving force.
INSIGHT

Balancing Dreams and Reality

  • Dreaming big is essential, but naivete about the difficulty is also key.
  • Good founders balance big dreams with a focus on daily survival.
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