Lightspeed Solana's Path to Mass Adoption: Gradually, Then All At Once | Mert Mumtaz, Garrett Harper
Oct 17, 2023
Mert Mumtaz and Garrett Harper discuss Solana disinformation, the increasing adoption of the SVM, the ETH vs SOL debate, and the power of permissionless frontends. They also explore the importance of distribution and marketing for tech products, the shift in narrative regarding scalability and modularity of blockchain networks, and funding challenges in the bear market.
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Fake Kill Switch News
- A journalist reported on Caroline Ellison's FTX hearing.
- A parody Twitter account impersonated the journalist, falsely claiming FTX had a Solana "kill switch".
Bias Confirmation
- The kill switch rumor, despite being false, spread rapidly.
- This highlights how preexisting biases can amplify misinformation, especially regarding Solana.
Independent Thinking
- Mert advises to continuously question assumptions and rethink perceived knowledge.
- Independently analyze facts and form your own conclusions, especially in the noisy crypto space.