James Huntsaker
From Monad, focuses on throughput, latency, and economic incentives in blockchain. Advocates for understanding trade-offs in system design for decentralized exchanges.
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Oct 5, 2023 • 56min
Monad: Unleashing Parallel Execution on the EVM
James Huntsaker, co-founder of Monad, discusses the technical architecture and challenges of the rising L1 project focused on optimizing and scaling the Ethereum Virtual Machine (EVM). Topics include Monad's parallel execution design, BFT consensus mechanism, database structure, and compatibility with existing EVM contracts. The podcast also explores the concept of parallel execution in blockchain transactions and the comparison between parallel execution on EVM and Solana.
Jul 21, 2025 • 51min
The Monad Thesis With James Hunsaker
James Hunsaker from Monad, an expert in blockchain efficiency, navigates the complexities of decentralized exchanges. He discusses why latency and economic incentives are the real stumbling blocks for crypto adoption, rather than just transaction speeds. Hunsaker challenges conventional thinking about high-frequency trading in a blockchain context and emphasizes the need for better infrastructure to meet user demands. He also explores the economic dynamics of Layer 1 networks and critiques the integration of cryptocurrency in consumer payments.
