Austin Federa
Co-founder of DoubleZero. He argues that REV offers a real lens on blockchain activity, maturity, and demand.
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May 27, 2025 • 1h 22min
Does High REV Signal a Blockchain's Strength or Its User Exploitation? - Ep. 841
Tom Dunleavy, Head of Venture at Varys Capital, argues against the emphasis on Real Economic Value (REV) as a true measure of blockchain strength. Austin Federa, Co-founder of DoubleZero, counters that REV reflects genuine blockchain activity and demand. They dive into whether high REV indicates product-market fit or just noise and discuss the implications of Layer 2 tokens. The debate explores how metrics like REV can be gamed and the future of transaction fees, touching on the broader implications for blockchain valuation.
May 12, 2025 • 40min
#438: Austin Federa, Co-Founder of DoubleZero, on The Next Internet, The Future of Solana, and Validators
Austin Federa, Co-founder of DoubleZero and former Head of Strategy at the Solana Foundation, dives into the vibrant future of Solana and its unique position in the blockchain landscape. He shares insights from the recent Token 2049 event in Dubai and discusses the critical role of validators in enhancing performance. The conversation touches on AI's impact on society and the founding story of DoubleZero, revealing its mission to increase bandwidth and reduce latency. Austin maintains an optimistic view on technological advancements shaping a better future.
