Steady Lads

The Lads are joined this week by special guest, Huss—tradFi quant fund founder! We break down Vitalik's interaction with Crypto Twitter (that we might've had something to do with), and dig into ETH as an asset. Is it a store of value or a piece of sh*t! In Episode #58 we cover: 00:00 A Messgae from The Lads… 01:36 Checking In On The Market 5:55 Vitalik and Crypto Twitter 12:52 Ethereum: SOV or POS? 21:43 ETH ETF Inflows 24:13 Trump NFTs & OpenSea vs SEC 29:38 Cycle Narratives & Election Impact 36:33 The Upcoming Fed Rate Cut 39:23 Pasta of the Week 🍝 46:59 A Final Question For Huss Make sure to Like & Subscribe, and hit the notification bell so you don't miss an episode! ------ SL Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/0xSteadyLads SL YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@0xSteadyLads ------ * Huss • https://x.com/Husslin_ * Jordi Alexander • https://twitter.com/gametheorizing * Justin Bram • https://twitter.com/JustinCBram * Taiki Maeda • https://twitter.com/TaikiMaeda2

Kain Warwick, founder of Infinex and Synthetix, dives into the nuances of Ethereum's future and its status as 'ultrasound money.' He discusses the implications of Vitalik Buterin's influence, the complexities of decentralization, and Ethereum's scaling roadmap. The conversation also touches on luxury beliefs and the evolving dynamics of DeFi. Adding a fun twist, Kain shares a playful rivalry related to boxing, blending insights with personal anecdotes. Expect a mix of market analysis, humor, and a dash of culinary delight!

Joining the discussion is Icebergy, a prominent voice in the crypto world known for his expertise on NFTs. The conversation dives into the nostalgic highs of NFTs and their uncertain future. They explore whether the optimism around NFTs is truly extinguished. Insights into the impact of the FTX crisis on the crypto landscape reveal lingering challenges. The team also tackles the complexities of betting platforms like Polymarket and how the NFT market is evolving amidst fluctuating values and community expectations.

Paul Sztorc, Founder and CEO of LayerTwo Labs, dives into the exciting world of cryptocurrencies. He shares insights on whether Bitcoin, Ethereum, or Zcash will reign supreme. The duo explores the recent market dump and discusses the rampant memecoin drama, touching on the chaotic rise of various tokens like RTR and Pacmoon. Sztorc also highlights the impact of prediction markets and the dangers of celebrity endorsements, revealing the risks lurking in the meme coin landscape.

Qiao Wang, a fan-favorite known for his market insights, joins the discussion on recent market turmoil, including a $3 trillion loss impacting stocks and crypto. They dissect Trump's speech at Bitcoin 2024 and its influence on the landscape. The conversation shifts to emerging trends in DeFi and the challenges builders face amid innovation fatigue. Qiao also shares his fascinating charts, while a Puff update sparks excitement. The episode wraps up with a playful audience vote for Pasta of the Week!

Jordi, a deep dive expert and founder of Selini Capital, shares insights into market making in cryptocurrency and traditional finance. He discusses the crucial role market makers play in providing liquidity and their impact on token pricing. The conversation covers the nuances of market-making deal structures and the profitability of these arrangements. Jordi also delves into the challenges projects face during token launches and the ethical implications within the volatile crypto landscape. Plus, there’s a lighthearted moment with 'Pasta of the Week'!

Special guests Su Zhu, SalsaTekila, Robert Leshner, and Charles Hoskinson celebrate the one-year anniversary. They discuss trading competitions, market sentiments, crypto investments, challenges of being a public figure, election impact on cryptocurrency, potential alien fragments, engaging tweet judging, and centralization vs decentralization in technology.

Topics discussed include EthCC Alpha, X-To-Earn, zkSync & LayerZero, macro environment analysis, celeb coins & market making. Also, a segment on funny encounters at EthCC and a rave, along with a Pasta of the Week feature.

In this episode, the hosts discuss the struggling market and the challenges of running a business in the industry. They cover topics like prediction markets, Polkadot's spending, and the reality of operating in crypto. They also highlight the importance of research in investing in cryptocurrencies and explore the impact of marketing strategies on meme coins. Additionally, they delve into token pricing, prediction markets, and the complexities of navigating challenges and opportunities in the crypto market.

Jordi, winner of a WSOP bracelet, shares his victory and market analysis focusing on crypto vs. Trad-Fi. The podcast covers the Blast airdrop, presidential debate aftermath, audience Q&A, and weekly pasta segment.