Kostas Chalkias

In this engaging discussion, Kostas Chalkias, co-founder and chief cryptographer of Mysten Labs, shares his journey from leading cryptography at Facebook to innovating with Sui, a next-generation blockchain. He unveils how Sui integrates with Ledger Live to enhance security and streamline transactions. The conversation dives into the challenges of blockchain development, the importance of user-friendly technologies, and the potential of Sui for smart contracts. Kostas also touches on the exciting future of digital asset management and the crucial role of education in blockchain security.

In this podcast, Mysten Labs co-founder Kostas Chalkias discusses the potential of zero-knowledge proofs in revolutionizing blockchain. Topics include ZK-proof adoption, standardization, advice for builders, ZK's impact on AI, UX improvement, and future predictions.

Kostas Chalkias, co-founder and chief cryptographer at Misten Labs, left Facebook's Libra to innovate in quantum-safe cryptography with Sui. He discusses the unique features of Sui, including AI-ready infrastructure and large block sizes suitable for robotics. Kostas candidly shares insights on balancing user privacy with regulatory needs and the urgency of transitioning to post-quantum algorithms. With a focus on practical applications, he envisions Sui enhancing daily payments, gaming, and even robotics in the evolving crypto landscape.