Ethereum scaling has been an uphill battle. We’ve built rollups, fragmented liquidity, and pushed execution limits—but have we really solved the problem? Instead of patching Ethereum’s existing framework, MegaETH has rewritten the Ethereum data structure from scratch, eliminating bottlenecks and achieving millisecond block times. The implications? Possibility of on-chain high-frequency trading, real-time gaming, instant micropayments, and an entirely new breed of decentralised applications.Chapters00:00 Introduction01:11 Journey Towards Starting MegaETH06:43 The White Paper11:12 Consensus Mechanisms and Performance Challenges15:09 Security and Censorship Resistance in MegaETH19:03 Use Cases24:10 Empowering Applications in Crypto25:38 Cultural Influences on Crypto Markets27:48 Blockchain as Civilization30:30 The Role of Community in Crypto32:57 Valuations and Community Loyalty38:10 Building a Community40:52 Capitalism and Sustainable Business ModelsFollow Us: DCo – https://x.com/Decentralisedco Shuyao Kong a.k.a Brother Bing – https://x.com/hotpot_daoSaurabh Deshpande – https://x.com/desh_saurabh DCo Newsletter – https://www.decentralised.co/ This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.decentralised.co

Bitcoin mining is a delicate balance between mathematical certainty and real-world volatility. In this episode, Nick Hansen, CEO of Luxor, breaks down the evolution of mining—from hardware cycles to energy markets, hashrate futures, and Bitcoin’s shrinking block subsidy. We also discuss miners' role in stabilising power grids and the contentious debate over Bitcoin fees. Tune in to understand the future of mining and what happens when the last Bitcoin is mined.Chapters00:00 Introduction02:41 Nick’s Journey From Dirt Biking to Bitcoin Mining08:01 The Evolution of Luxor Mining and Its Services09:22 Understanding the Crypto Market and AI's Impact12:00 Transitioning from Hardware to Software in Mining13:21 Hashrate vs. Price: Understanding Bitcoin Economics17:46 How Electricity Costs Rule Mining Operations20:31 The Mining Hamster Wheel: Upgrading Equipment and Supply Chains22:47 Evolution of Mining Technology and Efficiency24:03 Energy Costs and Mining Profitability27:16 Hashrate Futures and Market Dynamics33:49 The Role of Renewable Energy in Bitcoin Mining40:09 Innovations in Block Construction and Mining Risks43:29 Future of Bitcoin Fees and Emission Concerns This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.decentralised.co

Web3 marketing has a retention problem. Too many projects chase mindshare, but few know how to build communities that last. In this episode, Phin, lead marketer at Abstract, shares his journey from Web2 to Web3 and unpacks why most crypto marketing playbooks are fundamentally flawed.We explore why engagement farming isn’t enough, why crypto products should compete in the mainstream, and how Abstract is rethinking consumer crypto by making Web3 seamless.If you’re a founder or marketer looking to cut through the noise and build something real, this episode is for you.Chapters:00:00 Introduction 02:47 The Evolution of Abstract and L2 Launch Decisions05:55 Comparing Ethereum and Solana: Insights and Opinions09:10 Marketing Strategies: Web2 vs Web311:58 The Future of Marketing in Web314:51 Data Privacy and User Experience in Web318:03 Session Keys and On-Chain Interactions23:56 Simplifying the Crypto Experience26:47 Reducing Onboarding Friction28:56 The Role of Price in Marketing30:35 Self-Custody and Consumer Behavior32:30 Building a Community in Crypto39:05 Abstract's Consumer-Centric Approach43:00 NFTs vs Tokens: Branding Strategies44:49 Marketing on a Budget This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.decentralised.co

In this episode, Yannik Schrade, CEO of Arcium, explains how they're building an encrypted supercomputer to bring privacy to both Web2 and Web3. We explore:• The journey from creating one of the world's most downloaded iPad apps to building privacy infrastructure• Why current privacy solutions like trusted hardware and zero-knowledge proofs aren't enough• How Arcium achieves efficient private computation through pre-computed multiplications and oblivious data structures• The future of private AI - from confidential training to trustless inference• Why privacy should be infrastructure, not a product• The path to bringing institutional players into DeFi through privacy• How Arcium could enable everything from dark pools to private gamingTimestamps -00:00 Introduction to Web3 and Privacy02:54 The Journey from Law to Crypto05:50 Building Elusive: On-Chain Transactional Privacy09:06 The Encrypted Supercomputer11:57 AI's Role in Crypto and User Experience14:51 Legacy Approach to Privacy Enhancing Technologies18:05 Zero-Knowledge Proofs and Their Limitations20:53 The Future of Privacy in DeFi and Healthcare23:47 Secure Multi-Party Computation: A New Paradigm27:12 Confidential Computing and Trust Models32:32 Transforming Encrypted Data into Random Values34:27 Understanding Arcium's Position in the Tech Stack36:54 Arcium as an Encrypted Supercomputer38:52 Efficiency of Secure Multi-Party Computation41:47 Flexibility and Oblivious Data Structures in MPC44:11 Selective Disclosure and Composability in Confidential Computing46:03 Arcium's Autonomous Network and Accountability Protocols49:55 AI Agents and Trust in Decision-Making52:45 Responsible AI and Explainability56:48 Market Landscape and Use Cases for Arcium This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.decentralised.co

Kyle Samani, Managing Partner at Multicoin Capital and a prominent voice in the crypto space, shares his contrarian views on Bitcoin's reputation as 'digital gold.' He argues this analogy could be hindering crypto's potential. The discussion spans the evolution of Multicoin, their pivot away from Bitcoin and Ethereum, and the importance of utility in digital assets. Samani also tackles the dynamics of institutional adoption and how understanding market trends can uncover lucrative investment opportunities within blockchain ecosystems.

Discover how a journey from NYC's music scene led to the creation of an AI-driven investment platform. Hear about the hilariously absurd AI persona, DGN Spartan, critiquing meme coin culture. Learn how the speaker aims to democratize investments and innovate trading strategies using AI. Explore groundbreaking frameworks that revolutionize social media interactions and streamline coding for everyone. Finally, delve into the future of AI agents and their potential to reshape trust and engagement in the market.

Brandon Kumar of Layer3 joined us for a founder series. Who better than a founder to ask fellow operators what it takes to build companies? This is episode one of many to come. Let’s go.Running a successful crypto company takes more than technical know-how; it requires understanding the human elements that bring an organisation to life. In the first episode of our operator-to-operator series, I explored this with Matt Katz from Caldera and my co-host Brandon from Layer3.What makes this conversation unique is the look behind the scenes at Caldera. Matt's journey from Stanford to CEO gives a compelling view of modern crypto entrepreneurship. Unlike founders chasing the 2022 bull market, Matt focused on building something valuable—blockchain deployment through standardisation and accessibility.Caldera's modular approach has reduced blockchain deployment costs by two orders of magnitude while maintaining security. Major projects like Apecoin, Manta, Treasure, and Zerion trust Caldera's infrastructure, proving its reliability.Matt's reflections on managing a diverse team and balancing a “high-performance sports team” mindset with respect for individuals are lessons for any startup.If you're curious about building a crypto company—from tech to team—this episode is worth your time.Key Moments: 00:00 - The Vision Behind Caldera 02:56 - The Journey of a Founder 05:52 - Operating Lessons in a Turbulent Market 09:13 - Building a High-Performance Team 12:06 - Understanding Caldera's Business Model 14:56 - Cost Reduction in Blockchain Launches 17:52 - Future Growth and Market Strategy 24:08 - Integrating New Technology and Infrastructure 25:05 - Vision for Caldera in 2034 26:31 - Navigating the Fundraising Landscape 29:20 - Maximizing Investor Relationships 32:44 - Co-Founder Dynamics and Decision-Making 36:29 - Learning from Competition and Market Adaptation 40:21 - Operational Rhythm and Team Management This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.decentralised.co

Fed up with missed opportunities because your crypto is scattered across different chains? In this episode, Vaibhav Chellani, co-founder of Socket, shares his vision for a future where blockchain fragmentation is no longer a barrier.From pioneering ZK rollups before they were mainstream to building Socket, Vaibhav tackles the big issues facing crypto today. We discuss why bridge aggregation isn't the solution, how AI agents could soon make on-chain trades seamless, and why the real conversation isn’t about appchains vs general-purpose chains, but about who controls the state.Socket is on a mission to make crypto as easy as using a credit card—forget about which chain you’re on or how to bridge assets. Hear why 400+ projects, including Coinbase Wallet, MetaMask, and Synthetix, are already using Socket's infrastructure.Tap into this episode to imagine a world where crypto feels intuitive, unified, and hassle-free.Key Moments: 00:00 - The Future of Front-Ends and AI Agents 03:02 - Chain Abstraction: A User-Centric Approach 05:55 - Scaling Ethereum: The Role of Rollups 09:10 - Building Socket Protocol and Chain Abstraction 12:04 - Bungee: A Marketplace for Cross-Chain Swaps 14:57 - The Mechanics of Bungee and Socket 17:46 - The Value Chain in Cross-Chain Transactions 21:06 - Permissionless Solutions and Market Dynamics 30:09 - Market Structure and Counterparty Dynamics 34:21 - Understanding Chain Abstraction and Its Implications 36:47 - Exploring Modular Auto Flow Auctions (MOFA) 40:15 - AI Agents and User Experience in Crypto Transactions 45:06 - The Future of Cross-Chain Interactions and Magic Accounts 52:23 - Solana vs. Ethereum: Perspectives on Blockchain Diversity 59:08 - The Shift Towards Chain Abstraction and User-Centric Solutions This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.decentralised.co

Larry Cermak, CEO of The Block, joined us for a frank conversation about crypto's evolution. He played around with BTC to buy NBA accounts to watch basketball and got hooked on understanding how it all worked. Later, he turned down Binance and missed ~300x gains on BNB. Fast forward to 2023, and he was handling layoffs and M&A as the CEO of the leading research and news company in the industry. Larry's journey mirrors crypto's maturation.In this episode, we get real about:- Why running a crypto project in 2024 is "pure suffering"- The death of 100x opportunities (unless you're gambling on memecoins)- How Ethereum maxis are repeating Bitcoin maxis' mistakes with Solana- The real problem with the "50M Americans in crypto" stat- Why UI/UX still matters more than elegant technology- The brutal reality of private market valuations- Predictions for crypto under different presidencies- Essential advice for analysts: become obsessed, find your niche, master SQL- Tips for developers entering crypto in 2024Larry lays it all out—how crypto has become more corporate, how DeFi and Layer 1s are facing tougher competition, and what it takes to get noticed and funded. He also shares practical advice for aspiring analysts, emphasising the importance of building a strong Twitter presence to grow professionally and open doors in the industry.If you've ever wondered what it's like to navigate the trenches, this episode is packed with real talk and a glimpse into why Larry keeps building despite the challenges. Don't miss it!Follow Larry Cermak on Twitter: @lawmaster Follow the host on Twitter: @desh_saurabh This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.decentralised.co

Fresh from hitting $18M in daily volume, Chainflip CEO Simon Harman delivers a masterclass in building crypto infrastructure. In this raw, technical conversation, he dismantles popular narratives around Bitcoin L2s and reveals what it actually takes to move BTC across chains.After spending 4 years solving complex cryptographic challenges while others made millions from JPEGs, Simon shares hard-earned insights about building real utility in crypto. From battling with validator communications to reimagining market design, this episode is a deep dive into the unglamorous work of building cross-chain infrastructure. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.decentralised.co