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Ben Coverston
Expert in computer science, mathematics, and high-performance computing with experience at high-frequency trading firms. Focuses on the intersection of blockchain systems and high-performance distributed systems.
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Nov 23, 2024
• 19min
WTF Is MEV, and Why Should We Care? (Breakpoint 2024)
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Zano Sherwani, an engineer at Jito Labs, and Ben Coverston, a computer science expert with high-frequency trading experience, dive deep into Maximal Extractable Value (MEV). They unravel how block proposers can exploit their roles during transactions, shedding light on challenges like front-running in decentralized finance. The duo discusses the political dynamics in Proof of Stake networks and the crucial choices stakers face. Additionally, they explore innovative features of Solana's blockchain, emphasizing the need for collaboration to ensure a secure and efficient ecosystem.
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