Josh Swihart

Josh Swihart, CEO of Electric Coin Company and a pioneer in digital privacy, dives into the fascinating world of Zcash. He discusses how Zcash originated zero-knowledge encryption and its significant momentum, including a staggering $100M in flows through NEAR intents in just eight weeks. They explore the implications of the shielded pool for privacy and fungibility, the need to navigate regulators while innovating, and the potential for Zcash to target billions of users, positioning it as a challenger to traditional fintech.

Zooko Wilcox, legendary cypherpunk and co-founder of Zcash, joins Josh Swihart, CEO of the Electric Coin Company, to discuss the future of private money. They delve into how Zcash innovations enhance user privacy and tackle issues around centralized exchanges. The conversation highlights the importance of zero-knowledge proofs and the significance of turnstiles in reconciling fund transparency. They also explore the philosophical impact of sci-fi on our understanding of technology and financial freedom, advocating for the moral imperative of private money in advancing society.

This week features Namik, leader at MegaEth, discussing innovative fundraising and its ecosystem plans. Josh Swihart from Electric Coin Company dives into Zcash’s privacy features and the adoption of shielded transactions. Sunny, CEO of VeChain, covers real-world applications and sustainability partnerships, including UFC collaborations. Prediction Market Trader shares insights on FOMC trading strategies, while Framework Partners Michael and Vance analyze macro impacts on crypto. A packed conversation on finance and technology!