Jesse Pollak, a co-founder of Base, delves into the creation of this pioneering Layer 2 solution and its vision for a decentralized internet. He discusses the importance of maintaining user experience and outlines the challenges and innovations the team faces. The conversation also covers the strategic significance of decentralization, the evolving dynamics of blockchain architectures, and his forward-looking perspective on the next five years, emphasizing the transformative potential of on-chain technology and decentralized governance.

In this discussion, Michael Ippolito, the insightful host of Bell Curve, delves into the competitive landscape of decentralized exchanges, focusing on Drift's innovative technology. He explores the potential success of prediction markets following the US elections and how platforms can effectively monetize social networks. The conversation also touches on the challenges facing the crypto space, particularly the inefficiencies in DAO governance and the dynamics of Layer 1 and Layer 2 solutions, offering a thought-provoking analysis of the evolving blockchain ecosystem.

0xSami, a representative from Dinero, shares insights on the company's innovative product suite and market strategies. They dive into the institutional adoption of liquid staking tokens and Dinero's unique withdrawal mechanism. The conversation highlights the competitive landscape of decentralized stablecoins and how Dinero is carving out a larger market share. Sami also discusses the future of DeFi, stressing the importance of practical utility and compliance for broader adoption in the industry.

In this episode, our Blockworks Research Analysts discussed FriendTech’s renouncement of contract ownership, crypto payments and onchain economies, and the recent growth of Sui and Aptos. Additionally, they wondered if crypto can still fulfill its promise to empower content creators. Thanks for tuning in!As always, remember this podcast is for informational purposes only, and any views expressed by anyone on the show are solely their opinions, not financial advice.--ResourcesFriendTech Renounces Contract Ownership: https://x.com/friendtech/status/1832581118165709140--Special thanks to our sponsor, Nillion!Stay up-to-date with “Humanity’s first blind computer” by following Nillion on X: https://x.com/nillionnetwork--Follow Ryan: https://x.com/_ryanrconnorFollow Danny: https://x.com/defi_kay_Follow Boccaccio: https://x.com/tripleboccaccioFollow Blockworks Research: https://twitter.com/blockworksresSubscribe on YouTube: https://bit.ly/3foDS38Subscribe on Apple: https://apple.co/3SNhUEtSubscribe on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3NlP1hAGet top market insights and the latest in crypto news. Subscribe to Blockworks Daily Newsletter: https://blockworks.co/newsletter/--Timestamps:(0:00) Introduction(5:12) FriendTech Renounces Contract Ownership(13:32) Can Crypto Still Empower Content Creators?(20:12) Permissionless III Ad(21:26) Crypto Payments and Onchain Economies(29:17) Recent Growth of Sui and Aptos--Check out Blockworks Research today! Research, data, governance, tokenomics, and models – now, all in one placeBlockworks Research: https://www.blockworksresearch.com/Free Daily Newsletter: https://blockworks.co/newsletter--Disclaimer: Nothing said on 0xResearch is a recommendation to buy or sell securities or tokens. This podcast is for informational purposes only, and any views expressed by anyone on the show are solely our opinions, not financial advice. Boccaccio, Dan, and our guests may hold positions in the companies, funds, or projects discussed.

In this episode, Joshua and Roee from Aori joined us to discuss limit orders as intents, Aori’s based architecture, and onboarding and incentivising solvers. Additionally, they compared limit orders as intents and AMMs. Finally, Joshua laid out the end goal of Aori.Thanks for tuning in!As always, remember this podcast is for informational purposes only, and any views expressed by anyone on the show are solely their opinions, not financial advice.--Polygon Labs is developing the next generation of open source zero-knowledge tech to aggregate crypto liquidity and user bases with the AggLayer. To support the aggregated future, the Polygon Community Grants Program was launched with 1 billion tokens — all for Polygon builders.Season One of the community grants program is live now, and features 35 million in MATIC to support the next generation of Polygon projects!Join the aggregated future today by applying at https://polygon.technology/grants--Join us at Permissionless III. Use code 0x10 for a 10% discount: https://blockworks.co/event/permissionless-iii--Follow Roee: https://x.com/RoeelirFollow Joshua: https://x.com/joshuagunnnFollow Magic: https://x.com/magicdhzFollow Boccaccio: https://x.com/tripleboccaccioFollow Blockworks Research: https://twitter.com/blockworksresSubscribe on YouTube: https://bit.ly/3foDS38Subscribe on Apple: https://apple.co/3SNhUEtSubscribe on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3NlP1hAGet top market insights and the latest in crypto news. Subscribe to Blockworks Daily Newsletter: https://blockworks.co/newsletter/--Timestamps:(0:00) Introduction(3:37) How Does Aori Work?(7:19) Limit Orders as Intents(16:05) Permissionless III Ad(17:19) Polygon Ad(18:09) Onboarding Solvers(23:11) Aori's Based Architecture(31:04) Who Are the Main Users of Aori?(40:19) Limit Orders As Intents vs AMMs(43:46) Incentivizing Solvers to Fill Orders(51:48) Reclassifying AMMs(55:58) The Aori End Game--Check out Blockworks Research today! Research, data, governance, tokenomics, and models – now, all in one placeBlockworks Research: https://www.blockworksresearch.com/Free Daily Newsletter: https://blockworks.co/newsletter--Disclaimer: Nothing said on 0xResearch is a recommendation to buy or sell securities or tokens. This podcast is for informational purposes only, and any views expressed by anyone on the show are solely our opinions, not financial advice. Boccaccio, Dan, and our guests may hold positions in the companies, funds, or projects discussed.

The analysts dive into whether Layer 2 solutions are parasitic in nature. They unpack MakerDAO's transformation into Sky and its broader implications for crypto branding. The discussion also highlights the recent arrest of the Telegram founder and its potential impact on the TON narrative. Finally, they speculate on the future of L2s and their reliance on Ether as a primary gas token, pondering the evolving dynamics within the Ethereum landscape.

Ted, Co-founder of Dill and a designer of modular crypto solutions, shares insights on the future of blockchain technology. He discusses the importance of data availability and the innovations they’re implementing to enhance Ethereum's scalability. Ted delves into his vision for Danksharding and outlines the challenges of onboarding new roll-ups. Listeners will also learn about an exciting upcoming crypto event and the benefits of the Polygon Community Grants Program. This conversation is packed with strategies and futuristic thinking!

Noah and Felipe from Theia are experts in liquid and private token markets. They discuss how to reconcile fundamentals with valuations in crypto, emphasizing the importance of discipline in public markets. The duo shares insights on dealing with malicious Miner Extractable Value (MEV) and their perspectives on activist investing in the crypto space. They also explore token design, suggesting that simpler structures can lead to better outcomes. The conversation sheds light on evolving capital-raising strategies and the future landscape of token markets.

In this discussion, cryptocurrency expert Kez and meme coin commentator Tolks dive into the waning interest in volatile tokens, exploring the summer slump of meme coins. They dissect the rise of prediction markets like Polymarket and the implications of Ethereum's trucking gas fees. There's a candid analysis of the market's resilience despite ongoing volatility, alongside insights into Hyperliquid's growth and the evolving DeFi landscape. Listeners are treated to a mix of humor and sharp commentary on crypto’s turbulent but exciting times.

The discussion kicks off with Drift's new prediction market on Solana, igniting interest in this innovative space. Analysts dive into the evolution of decentralized social media, addressing challenges in differentiation and user engagement. They critique existing monetization models that reward divisive content. The conversation highlights Ethereum's potential rivalry with its own layer 2 solutions and declares the Modular Thesis effectively over. Wrapping up, the integration of AI in crypto is explored, showcasing new possibilities and hurdles on the horizon.