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SotN #33: Joseph Lubin on CME ETH Futures (Future of ETH, 2021 Bull Run, Consensys)

Feb 10, 2021
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Joseph Lubin
Joseph Lubin, co-founder of Ethereum and founder of ConsenSys, shares insights into Ethereum's evolution and its future. He discusses the impact of CME Ethereum futures on institutional interest and the broader crypto market. Lubin dives into Ethereum’s roadmap, including Proof-of-Stake and EIP1559, and reflects on the 2021 bull run. The conversation explores the intersection of decentralized finance and traditional finance, highlighting how ConsenSys is transforming the landscape with innovative tools and services.
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ANECDOTE

Early Crypto Vision

  • Joe Lubin locked in early on crypto, predicting its transformational impact.
  • He foresaw the need for financial instruments and deeper infrastructure for commodities like ETH.
INSIGHT

ETH as a Commodity

  • Regulators in the U.S., like the CFTC, have signaled ETH is a commodity through the approval of ETH futures.
  • The nature of money may change as tokenization and intelligent agents evolve.
INSIGHT

Ethereum's Evolution

  • Early on, Ethereum focused on its developer community and building technology, rather than speculation.
  • The project has evolved significantly with increased speculation and broader adoption.
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