In this episode of Modern Money, host Abhay Mavalankar, VP of Corporate Development and Investments, sits down with Peter Watts, founder of Reservoir, to explore the cutting edge of cross-chain value movement and the future of blockchain infrastructure. Peter delves into how Reservoir is simplifying cross-chain transactions with Relay, reimagining liquidity solutions for NFTs, and shaping the next generation of stablecoin ecosystems. From the challenges of building in the crypto space to the opportunities presented by strategic acquisitions, this conversation offers a front-row seat to the innovations driving blockchain's next major leap. Tune in for an insider's perspective on the path to a unified, seamless chain experience and the future of decentralized finance.

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05:08 Infrastructure gaps in blockchain offer exciting opportunities.

08:04 How successful early acquisitions strengthened the Reservoir team.

12:34 Optimized multi-chain marketplace infrastructure for flexibility.

20:55 Shift from developer platform to consumer application.

32:04 NFTs simplify asset creation and trade.

37:29 How Stablecoin adoption is crucial for blockchain usability.

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