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0xResearch is the show for those who want to step up their game and think like a crypto analyst. We bring on crypto's best to uncover the latest research, explore protocol developments and identify new narratives. We are full-time crypto analysts who read white papers, governance forums and research pieces for fun (normal, right?). Join us as we combine crypto's top talent with our countless hours of research to create the best content in the space. Subscribe 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/Join the 0xResearch Telegram group: https://t.me/+z0H6y2bS-dllODVh
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Mar 8, 2024 • 1h 6min
Debating the MakerDAO Endgame | Vance Spencer, Mark Phillips, and Hasu
Join the discussion on MakerDAO's endgame with Vance, Mark, and Hasu. They delve into the bull case for Maker, including the subDAO structure and token farming incentives. Challenges in igniting demand for DAI and competing with stablecoins like USDC are debated. Explore the evolution of MakerDAO, fair launch systems in crypto, and growth strategies for DAI. Discover the future of decentralized stablecoins and MakerDAO's impact on the market.

Mar 7, 2024 • 47min
The Future of dYdX & Decentralized Trading | Antonio Juliano, Founder
Antonio Juliano, founder of dYdX, discusses V3 to V4 migration, isolated margin importance, competition in decentralized derivatives, MEV challenges, USDC role, validator set distribution, yield-bearing collateral potential, perpetual contract dominance in crypto derivatives market

Mar 6, 2024 • 1h 13min
Coinbase's L2 Edge: Can Robinhood & Arbitrium Catch Up? | Analyst Round Table
Discussion on recent investments in Eigen layer, partnership between Robinhood and Arbitrum, insights on dYdX, AI focus at EthDenver, NFT market growth at Magic Eden, Autonolas AI agents, and the meme coin cycle.

Feb 29, 2024 • 1h 4min
Avail: Unifying and Scaling Modular Execution Layers | Prabal Banerjee, Avail CEO
Prabal Banerjee discusses Avail's innovative base layer for trust minimized applications, validity proofs, and erasure coding. Contrasts with other DA solutions and committee-based approaches. Explores data availability, interoperability with Ethereum, financial topics, and token incentives for ecosystem growth.

Feb 28, 2024 • 1h 8min
Why AI, Ordinals, and Blast are Heating Up | Analyst Round Table
Analysts discuss Eigenlayer's $100m raise, ordinal NFT hype, Uniswap's fee switch, Blast's growth tactics, AI excitement, and Worldcoin's intersection with AI in the crypto space.

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Feb 22, 2024 • 58min
Everything You Need To Know About Sui | Evan and Adeniyi, Co-founders at Mysten Labs
Learn about Sui's approach to asset-centric blockchain with features like offline transactions and Move programming integration. Explore the challenges of blockchain scalability and the importance of innovative architecture. Discover Sui's focus on enhancing consumer experience with low latency and real finality. Dive into topics like real-world asset ownership, decentralization challenges, and programmable transaction blocks. Compare efficiency and developer experience in blockchain protocols while gaining insights on Sweet's ecosystem innovations.

Feb 21, 2024 • 1h 10min
Coinbase Crushes Earnings and Our Thoughts on Ethena's High Yield Synthetic Dollar | Analyst Round Table
Analysts dissect Uniswap's new chain incentives, Vertex's liquidity sharing, and GMX's changes. They unpack Coinbase's strong earnings and critique Starkware's token unlock. They evaluate token floats, valuations, and Ethena's 20%+ yielding synthetic stablecoin strategy.

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Feb 15, 2024 • 53min
Why One Chain Can't Rule Them All: Polygon's Aggregation Layer for Scalable Blockchains | Brendan Farmer
Brendan Farmer, Co-Founder of Polygon, discusses the limitations of a single blockchain and introduces Polygon's Aggregation Layer for scalable blockchains. They explore interoperability, ZK proof innovation, and the outlook for developer adoption. They also discuss the significance of the Aggregation Layer in blockchain technology and novel use cases enabled by it.

Feb 14, 2024 • 51min
Why the Next Ethereum Upgrade Will Ignite Layer 2 Ecosystems | Analyst Round Table
Sam, Ren, Matt, and Pibblez discuss topics including Arbitrum's incentives program, Solana's fee market issues, Bitcoin L2 solutions, potential Ethereum ETFs, and the upcoming Shanghai upgrade bringing several EIPs to boost Layer 2 ecosystem.

Feb 7, 2024 • 1h
Will Farcaster Retain Crypto Natives and Reach Mainstream Adoption? | Analyst Round Table
In today's analyst roundtable Sam, Ren, Westie, and Brick dive into the biggest news this week including the rise of farcaster, Jupiter's historic airdrop and much more. They unpack Solana mobile's 60k unit sales milestone and whether growing LST protocols are sustainable. Other topics covered include Apecoin DAO's vote on which L2 to launch on, Clusters' partnership with GoDaddy, and an in-depth discussion on Spark Protocol's growth in the MakerDAO ecosystem. Stick around for all of this and much more!As always remember this podcast is for informational purposes only, and any views expressed by anyone on the show are solely our opinions, not financial advice. - -Follow Westie: https://twitter.com/westiecapitalFollow Brick: https://twitter.com/0x___BrickFollow Sam: https://twitter.com/swmartin19Follow Ren: https://twitter.com/purplepill3mFollow 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/ - -Join us at DAS (Digital Asset Summit) in London this March! DAS is the #1 institutional conference in crypto, hosted by Blockworks. Use the link below to learn more, and use 0X10 to get 10% off your ticket! Sign up now because the price goes up every month. See you there! Learn more + get your ticket here: https://blockworks.co/event/digital-asset-summit-2024-london/home- -Timestamps:(0:00) Introduction (1:21) Jupiter Airdrop Review(3:17) Solana Mobile 60k Units Sold(7:07) LRT Expansion(11:48) DAS London Ad (12:55) Apecoin DAO Voting on L2 Launch(16:41) Clusters Partners with GoDaddy(18:09) dYdX Segment: Chaos Labs(23:07) Spark Protocol Growth(29:26) Farcaster's Rise(43:56) Stride Airdrop for stTIA Holders(51:27) Crypto the Game- -Check out Blockworks Research today! Research, data, governance, tokenomics, and models – now, all in one place Blockworks 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. Dan, Sam, and our guests may hold positions in the companies, funds, or projects discussed.