Exponential: A Nexus Podcast Episode 8: Use Case
Sep 17, 2025
Zack Seward and Joon Ian Wong, co-founders of Use Case, dive deep into the world of crypto journalism through their unique print magazine. They discuss why a physical publication is essential, emphasizing the importance of documenting real-world crypto applications. The duo explores evolving narratives from meme coins to stablecoins, touching on the complexities of institutional adoption and privacy concerns. They share insights on emerging trends in the industry and the magazine's vision to provide thoughtful, credible reporting in a fast-paced digital landscape.
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Focus On Durable Crypto Systems
- Use Case focuses on real-world crypto systems that show product-market fit rather than hype-driven topics.
- The magazine is organized into Bitcoin, stablecoins, open-source development, and crypto-native finance to deepen understanding.
Boat Conversation Sparked Use Case
- Zack Seward and Joon Ian Wong conceived Use Case during a boat conversation in Bangkok with Tyler Spaulding.
- They decided on a print magazine to create a tangible artifact that explains crypto to mainstream audiences.
Separate Flash From Durable Trends
- Stablecoins and meme coins are major narratives that reveal different durable and ephemeral forces in crypto.
- Treating these topics historically helps separate flash-in-the-pan trends from lasting innovations.
