The Rollup Rollup TV: Base, Vaneck and Stabled Up EP #2
Sep 25, 2025
Jesse Pollack, product leader at Base focusing on creator monetization, discusses the exciting realm of mini apps and on-chain creator coins. Wyatt Lonergan from VanEck Ventures shares insights on fundraising trends in crypto, stablecoins, and the impact of fintech talent entering the space. Carl from Six Minute Ventures dives into stablecoin developments and on-chain credit opportunities. Lastly, Bo from Paxos analyzes USDH dynamics and the evolution of stablecoin issuance, hinting at future innovations in institutional finance.
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On-Chain Streaming Moved From Idea To MVP Fast
- Building on Base enabled a fast, on-chain streaming mini app that closes the gap between fans and creators.
- Jesse and Robbie used a builder grant and quick engineering sprints to deliver a working MVP in weeks, not months.
Programmable Money Unlocks Real-Time Viewer Actions
- Live streaming plus programmable on-chain rails makes viewer participation frictionless and monetizable.
- Jesse said Base's money platform lets viewers vote, stake, or place live predictions with one tap.
Integrate Creator Coins Into The Creator Lifecycle
- Do integrate creator coins into actual creator workflows so coins have persistent demand.
- Jesse recommends pairing creator coins with content, staking, tipping, and token-gated features to drive utility.