Emin Gün Sirer

Emin Gün Sirer, co-founder and CEO of Ava Labs, breaks down Avalanche's rapid evolution and its ambitious vision for a scalable, interoperable multi-chain future. He discusses the impressive launch of HyperSDK and its implications for decentralization and institutional adoption. The conversation dives into the importance of bespoke blockchain solutions, on-chain privacy challenges, and the intriguing role of AI in the crypto space. Sirer also shares insights on how Avalanche is paving the way for real-world applications and custom blockchain innovations.

Ava Labs Founder and CEO Emin Gün Sirer has been working on proof-of-work cryptocurrencies since before Bitcoin. He talked to Dan Roberts and Stacy Elliott about how Avalanche avoided the FTX crisis and how much damage SBF has done to crypto’s image with VCs, why institutions still aren’t backing away from crypto, how Avalanche will succeed in the long run, and trying to cater to both Wall Street institutions and DeFi degens.For more from Decrypt, visit decrypt.co and follow @gmdecrypt on Twitter.Be sure to join the gm Telegram room for direct access to our hosts and guests.Hosts and guests:Dan RobertsTwitter: @readDanwriteStacy ElliottTwitter: @stacyannjEmin Gün SirerTwitter: @el33th4xorPodcast thumbnail art by Grant Kempster Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Emin Gün Sirer, Founder and CEO of Ava Labs and a former Cornell professor, shares his fascinating journey from academia to the dynamic crypto world. He discusses the innovative approaches that make Ava Labs' blockchain both fast and affordable, transforming how we view digital assets. Sirer also highlights the importance of community in the Avalanche ecosystem, detailing efforts to support innovation and connect with institutions. Listen in for insights on the challenges and excitement of evolving blockchain technology!