

Ryan Watkins
Senior research analyst at Messari, specializing in Ethereum and blockchain technology. Contributed expertise on Ethereum 2.0.
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Dec 2, 2020 • 1h 51min
SotN#25 - Road to Ethereum 2.0 w/ Ryan Watkin & Wilson Withiam of Messari
Ryan Watkins and Wilson Withiam from Messari Crypto delve into the groundbreaking 'Road to ETH 2.0' report, uncovering the thrilling launch of Ethereum 2.0 and its implications for the crypto landscape. They discuss the scalability trilemma faced by Ethereum, offering insights into innovations like sharding and proof of stake. The duo also tackles Ethereum's evolving monetary policy and its classification as a 'triple point asset.' Together, they illuminate the community's role in shaping Ethereum's narrative and its potential to transform global finance.

Dec 1, 2020 • 1h 11min
Ethereum 2.0: What You Need to Know - Ep.201
Ryan Watkins and Wilson Withiam, senior research analysts at Messari, dive deep into Ethereum 2.0's monumental upgrade. They discuss the shift from proof of work to proof of stake and the implications for validators. The duo highlights the innovative staking solutions that enhance liquidity and the relationship between staking and DeFi. They also explore Ethereum's unique monetary policy and how the upgrade redefines ETH as a store of value, capital asset, and commodity. Their insights illuminate the challenges and rewards facing Ethereum 2.0 as it aims to scale effectively.


