
Avichal Garg
Managing Partner at Electric Capital. Chairman of the board at CCI, the Crypto Council for Innovation, actively involved in advocacy work in DC.
Top 10 podcasts with Avichal Garg
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Aug 27, 2025 • 0sec
ETHZilla: Ethereum Treasury Strategy | McAndrew Rudisill & Avichal Garg
In this engaging discussion, Avichal Garg from Electric Capital and McAndrew Rudisill of ETHZilla delve into the revolutionary potential of Ethereum as a treasury asset. They explore how ETH is becoming a high-quality collateral option and the innovative strategies behind ETHZilla's accumulation model. Garg and Rudisill also discuss the intricacies of credit markets, leverage discipline, and the impact of stablecoins on DeFi. The conversation touches on what it means for ETH to 'win' and how these developments may spark a DeFi after-boom.

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Aug 8, 2025 • 1h 4min
The Chopping Block: The New Ethereum Era: High-Stakes Trial, Wall Street Deals, and ETHZilla - Ep. 884
Avichal Garg, Managing Partner at Electric Capital, and Tomasz K. Stańczak, Co-Executive Director at the Ethereum Foundation, dive into Ethereum's game-changing moments. They unpack the Tornado Cash trial's legal impacts on developers, raising concerns over liability amidst regulatory ambiguity. The conversation shifts to Wall Street's embrace of ETHZilla, hinting at institutional adoption of Ethereum. They explore the evolving relationship between traditional finance and DeFi, and the collaborative efforts to create a community-driven financial ecosystem. Get ready for some hot takes!

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Aug 1, 2025 • 1h 27min
Nearing The DAT Peak With Avichal Garg | Weekly Roundup
Avichal Garg, a Partner at Electric Capital, dives deep into digital asset treasury (DAT) strategies and the evolving DeFi landscape. He discusses the significant implications of the White House Crypto Report and the startling partnership between Coinbase and Chase aimed at mass crypto adoption. The conversation also highlights market dynamics, the complexities of asset trading, and the emerging relationship between traditional finance and innovative blockchain solutions. Garg's insights resonate, emphasizing the future potential of creator economies and regulatory impacts in crypto.

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Nov 10, 2024 • 54min
Harnessing the Power of AI | Avichal Garg
Avichal Garg, a renowned venture capitalist and founding partner at Electric Capital, dives into the pitfalls of legacy Big Tech and the promising role of cryptocurrency amidst the weakening dollar. He shares his optimism for the AI revolution, discussing its impending impact on our daily lives and the job market. Garg underscores the urgent need for clear regulations in the crypto space to restore trust and tackle fraud. He highlights how innovation in AI should be viewed, questioning whether it can truly create or just repackage existing knowledge.

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Aug 12, 2025 • 39min
Digital Asset Treasuries Are Buying Billions in Ethereum: Bubble or Berkshire? w/ Avichal
Avichal Garg, Co-founder of Electric Capital, dives into the surging interest in Ethereum by digital asset treasuries. He discusses the near-equivalence of ETH and BTC ETF inflows and examines whether it's a genuine supply squeeze or just hype. Garg explores strategies like the MicroStrategy playbook and how $7 trillion in money markets may fuel the next crypto boom. He also unveils how innovative financial strategies are transforming the cryptocurrency market and the role of traditional institutions in this evolving landscape.

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Feb 21, 2025 • 45min
Are You Over Allocated to L1s & Under Allocated to Apps? w/ Avichal
Avichal Garg, co-founder of Electric Capital and former tech leader at Facebook and Google, dives into the buzzing world of cryptocurrencies. He addresses the potential oversaturation of Layer 1 protocols and emphasizes the critical role that applications built on them play. Avichal discusses recent hacks in decentralized finance and the repercussions for market structures. He also highlights the need for informed investment strategies, urging listeners to prioritize learning over chasing quick wealth.

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Nov 8, 2024 • 23min
Solana vs Ethereum: Which Is More Future-Proof? (Breakpoint 2024)
Join Avichal Garg, a partner at Electric Capital focusing on crypto investments, and Santiago Roel Santos from SRS Family Office as they dive into a spirited debate with Ben Sparango of the Solana Foundation about Solana and Ethereum's future-proof potential. They dissect the strengths and weaknesses of each platform, highlighting Ethereum's robust network effects and Solana's superior scalability. They also delve into the challenges of miner extractable value and the evolving preferences in the blockchain landscape.

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Jul 17, 2023 • 1h 27min
180 - Top 5 Bear Market Bets with Avichal Garg & Sanjay Shah of Electric Capital
Avichal Garg, founder of Electric Capital known for his insights into crypto investments, and Sanjay Shah, an investor shaping the firm’s strategy, share their top bets in this bear market. They tackle the value of Layer 2 tokens and debate if 'ETH killers' will rise again. The discussion unfolds on whether a multichain universe will thrive or if a few giants will dominate. They also assess the buzz around restaking and identify distinct alt-coins poised for a comeback. Their insights offer a fresh perspective for crypto investors navigating challenges ahead.

Apr 11, 2022 • 57min
20VC: Why Crypto is Software Eating Money, Why Crypto Firms Will Outcompete Traditional Venture Firms, How To Price Tokens and When To Have Them, DAOs: How Are They Structured and What Makes One Successful with Avichal Garg, Co-Founder @ Electric Capital
In this discussion, Avichal Garg, Co-Founder of Electric Capital, a powerhouse in crypto venture capital, shares his journey from software to crypto investing. He dives into the competitive crypto landscape, highlighting how crypto firms are uniquely poised to challenge traditional VCs. Avichal explains the complexities of token pricing and the evolving role of Decentralized Autonomous Organizations (DAOs) in governance. He emphasizes the collaborative nature of crypto investing and the need for a narrative-driven approach in this dynamic market.

May 10, 2024 • 1h 8min
The Chopping Block: EigenLayer Airdrop, LayerZero's Sybil Strategy, and Robinhood vs. SEC – What’s Shaping Crypto’s Future? - Ep. 644
Avichal Garg, Co-Founder and General Partner at Electric Capital, dives into the latest trends shaping the crypto landscape. He discusses the EigenLayer airdrop controversy and its community backlash. LayerZero’s innovative self-reporting strategy to combat Sybil attacks takes center stage, while Friend.Tech's no-VC token launch highlights the evolving market strategies. The conversation pivots to Robinhood's challenge against the SEC and the rising tensions over regulatory clarity, alongside predictions for the transformative potential of SocialFi.