The Smart Economy Podcast: Real-World Blockchain Applications with Crypto, DeFi, NFTs, and DAOs

In this episode of The Smart Economy Podcast, host Dylan Grabowski is joined by Caspar Sauter, the Co-founder of Quantena and D8X Exchange, a perpetual futures decentralized exchange.Join them as they:Explore D8X’s mission and the importance of building decentralized financial machinesDiscuss why D8X chose to focus on perpetual futuresDelve into how D8X is building white-label solutions for banks and financial institutionsShine a light on the importance of cross-chain liquidityUnpack the lessons learned from being live on two chainsDive into the importance of privacy and oracle solutions in the DeFi spaceExamine the impact of Bitcoin halvingReview the role of institutions in the crypto spaceAnd much more!Caspar Sauter is a seasoned expert in the field of quantitative economics with significant experience in the financial sector. Before co-founding D8X, a decentralized exchange focusing on perpetual futures, Caspar worked extensively at a large financial institution where he honed his skills in quantitative analysis and financial modeling. His academic background is equally impressive, marked by a PhD that explored the intersection of economics, political science, and social sciences, with a particular focus on the global distribution of emissions and economic activities. Caspar's transition from academia and traditional finance to the forefront of DeFi showcases his commitment to leveraging technology to create more transparent and fair financial systems. His work at D8X is particularly innovative, demonstrating his strategic vision of merging traditional financial mechanisms with the revolutionary potential of blockchain technology.If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe, rate, and review it on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Google Podcasts; instructions on how to do this are here.Previous guests include: Rusty Matveev, Chief Strategy Officer at Calaxy; Andrew Lawrence, CEO and Co-Founder of Censo; Zac Townsend, CEO and Co-Founder of Meanwhile; Jesper Johansen, CEO and Co-Founder of Northstake; Tama Churchouse, COO of Cumberland Labs; Holly Wood of Boson Protocol; Sid Powell of Maple Finance; Chad Barraford of THORChain; and many others.Check out our three most downloaded episodes:Laying the Groundwork for a Billion-User Blockchain with Rich Rines, Contributor at Core DAOStaking the Future: From Blockchain Beginnings to Institutional Innovations with Chen Zhuling of RockXThe Unstoppable Nature of Blockchain: A Conversation with Bonart Mati of ObligateAttention all blockchain, crypto, and Web3 professionals! If you're a founder, CEO, or expert doing something innovative in this space, we're interested in speaking to you! Apply to be a guest on our platform and connect with our vibrant community of blockchain professionals:  https://fame.so/nnt-guestThe Smart Economy Podcast is handcrafted by our friends over at fame.so

In this episode of The Smart Economy Podcast, host Dylan Grabowski is joined by Rowland Graus, Director of Product Management & Developer Relations at Agoric, a smart contract platform designed to enhance the usability of blockchain networks for end users.Join them as they:Explore Agoric's approach to blockchain and smart contractsDiscuss Agoric's specialized smart contract platform for JavaScript developersDelve into Agoric's focus on cross-chain interoperability within and outside the Cosmos InterchainShine a light on key lessons learned from attracting new builders to the Agoric platformUnpack how MetaMask leveraged Agoric's Hardened JavaScript toolkit for SnapsExamine Agoric's approach to chain abstraction, simplifying cross-chain operations for usersReview Agoric’s vision for stablecoins and their integration into the ecosystem Dive into Rowland’s perspective on the evolving blockchain developer landscapeAnd much more!Rowland Graus is the Director of Product Management & Developer Relations at Agoric. Involved in the blockchain and crypto space since 2016, Rowland brings a strong background in economics and product management to his role. His professional journey is marked by a passion for innovation and the challenges of building new and transformative technologies in the evolving blockchain landscape. At Agoric, Rowland has been instrumental in advancing chain abstraction techniques that unify fragmented liquidity across blockchain networks. His leadership and deep understanding of economic principles drive the strategic development of Agoric’s products, aiming to keep the platform on the cutting edge of the smart economy.If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe, rate, and review it on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Google Podcasts; instructions on how to do this are here.Previous guests include: Rusty Matveev, Chief Strategy Officer at Calaxy; Andrew Lawrence, CEO and Co-Founder of Censo; Zac Townsend, CEO and Co-Founder of Meanwhile; Jesper Johansen, CEO and Co-Founder of Northstake; Tama Churchouse, COO of Cumberland Labs; Holly Wood of Boson Protocol; Sid Powell of Maple Finance; Chad Barraford of THORChain; and many others.Check out our three most downloaded episodes:Laying the Groundwork for a Billion-User Blockchain with Rich Rines, Contributor at Core DAOStaking the Future: From Blockchain Beginnings to Institutional Innovations with Chen Zhuling of RockXThe Unstoppable Nature of Blockchain: A Conversation with Bonart Mati of ObligateAttention all blockchain, crypto, and Web3 professionals! If you're a founder, CEO, or expert doing something innovative in this space, we're interested in speaking to you! Apply to be a guest on our platform and connect with our vibrant community of blockchain professionals:  https://fame.so/nnt-guestThe Smart Economy Podcast is handcrafted by our friends over at fame.so

In this episode of The Smart Economy Podcast, host Dylan Grabowski is joined by Jon Trask, CEO and founder of Dimitra, an AgTech company that leverages cutting-edge technology to help farmers increase yields, reduce expenses, and mitigate risks.Join them as they:Unpack how Dimitra leverages blockchain to empower farmersDiscuss the various technologies integrated by the Dimitra PlatformDelve into Dimitra's analytics value to governments and banksWeigh in on the immediate impact of Dimitra's technology on various stakeholdersShine a light on on-chain deforestation-related transactions estimatesExplore the many use cases and learning opportunities for farmers through the Dimitra applicationAnd much more!Jon Trask is the CEO and founder of Dimitra. With a background in programming and cryptography, John has been involved in the blockchain space since 2011. He has extensive experience in supply chain management and has worked with various organizations and governments to implement blockchain solutions in the agriculture sector. Jon has worked for companies like ISO - International Organization for Standardization, the Blockchain Research Institute, and the Government Blockchain Association.If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe, rate, and review it on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Google Podcasts; instructions on how to do this are here.Previous guests include: Rusty Matveev, Chief Strategy Officer at Calaxy; Andrew Lawrence, CEO and Co-Founder of Censo; Zac Townsend, CEO and Co-Founder of Meanwhile; Jesper Johansen, CEO and Co-Founder of Northstake; Tama Churchouse, COO of Cumberland Labs; Holly Wood of Boson Protocol; Sid Powell of Maple Finance; Chad Barraford of THORChain; and many others.Check out our three most downloaded episodes:Laying the Groundwork for a Billion-User Blockchain with Rich Rines, Contributor at Core DAOStaking the Future: From Blockchain Beginnings to Institutional Innovations with Chen Zhuling of RockXThe Unstoppable Nature of Blockchain: A Conversation with Bonart Mati of ObligateAttention all blockchain, crypto, and Web3 professionals! If you're a founder, CEO, or expert doing something innovative in this space, we're interested in speaking to you! Apply to be a guest on our platform and connect with our vibrant community of blockchain professionals:  https://fame.so/nnt-guestThe Smart Economy Podcast is handcrafted by our friends over at fame.so

In this episode of The Smart Economy Podcast, host Dylan Grabowski is joined by Andreas Brekken, the Founder of SideShift, a non-custodial exchange dedicated to seamless onboarding and user privacy.Join them as they:Unpack the evolution of exchanges in the past 10 yearsDiscuss Andreas’ foray into crypto and building his first exchangeDelve into the rise of SideShiftShine a light on the importance of user privacy and zero registrationWeigh in on building a blockchain company for bull and bear cyclesExplore SideShift’s recent successes and the futureAnd much more!Andreas Brekken is the founder of SideShift. He is also the founder and writer of the weekly Shitcoin.com Newsletter and Co-Host of the Shitcoin.com Podcast. With a background in programming, Andreas has been involved in the cryptocurrency space since 2011. He built his first exchange, Justcoin, from scratch in 2013 and worked as a software engineer at Kraken. If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe, rate, and review it on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Google Podcasts; instructions on how to do this are here.Previous guests include: Rusty Matveev, Chief Strategy Officer at Calaxy; Andrew Lawrence, CEO and Co-Founder of Censo; Zac Townsend, CEO and Co-Founder of Meanwhile; Jesper Johansen, CEO and Co-Founder of Northstake; Tama Churchouse, COO of Cumberland Labs; Holly Wood of Boson Protocol; Sid Powell of Maple Finance; Chad Barraford of THORChain; and many others.Check out our three most downloaded episodes:Laying the Groundwork for a Billion-User Blockchain with Rich Rines, Contributor at Core DAOStaking the Future: From Blockchain Beginnings to Institutional Innovations with Chen Zhuling of RockXThe Unstoppable Nature of Blockchain: A Conversation with Bonart Mati of ObligateAttention all blockchain, crypto, and Web3 professionals! If you're a founder, CEO, or expert doing something innovative in this space, we're interested in speaking to you! Apply to be a guest on our platform and connect with our vibrant community of blockchain professionals:  https://fame.so/nnt-guestThe Smart Economy Podcast is handcrafted by our friends over at fame.so

In this episode of The Smart Economy Podcast, host Dylan Grabowski is joined by Philippe Schommers, the Head of Infrastructure at Gnosis, an entity that has been at the forefront of building decentralized infrastructure for the Ethereum ecosystem since its inception in 2015.Join them as they:Unpack the history of the Gnosis ecosystem and its various productsDiscuss how Gnosis Chain is similar to, but different from, the Ethereum ChainShine a light on the importance of building MEV resistance into its core protocolDelve into how governance impacts infrastructural developmentWeigh in on the various technical aspects of Gnosis Chain and the broader ecosystemAnd much more!Philippe Schommers is the Head of Infrastructure at Gnosis. With a deep understanding of blockchain technology and its potential, Philippe has played a crucial role in the development of Gnosis' various products and services. He is known for his expertise in Layer 1 and Layer 2 solutions, as well as his contributions to the Gnosis Chain.If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe, rate, and review it on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Google Podcasts; instructions on how to do this are here.Previous guests include: Rusty Matveev, Chief Strategy Officer at Calaxy; Andrew Lawrence, CEO and Co-Founder of Censo; Zac Townsend, CEO and Co-Founder of Meanwhile; Jesper Johansen, CEO and Co-Founder of Northstake; Tama Churchouse, COO of Cumberland Labs; Holly Wood of Boson Protocol; Sid Powell of Maple Finance; Chad Barraford of THORChain; and many others.Check out our three most downloaded episodes:Laying the Groundwork for a Billion-User Blockchain with Rich Rines, Contributor at Core DAOStaking the Future: From Blockchain Beginnings to Institutional Innovations with Chen Zhuling of RockXThe Unstoppable Nature of Blockchain: A Conversation with Bonart Mati of ObligateAttention all blockchain, crypto, and Web3 professionals! If you're a founder, CEO, or expert doing something innovative in this space, we're interested in speaking to you! Apply to be a guest on our platform and connect with our vibrant community of blockchain professionals:  https://fame.so/nnt-guestThe Smart Economy Podcast is handcrafted by our friends over at fame.so

In this episode of The Smart Economy Podcast, host Dylan Grabowski speaks with Peyman Momeni, CEO and Co-Founder of Fairblock, to uncover the vital role privacy plays in decentralized systems. They delve into the urgent need for privacy solutions to combat the negative perceptions surrounding this technology. Peyman shares his unique perspective shaped by his experiences in Iran, where access to open finance is restricted. Discover how Fairblock prioritizes ease of use for developers and seamless cross-chain integration.Join them as they:Explore how privacy technologies can protect user data and facilitate financial freedom within DeFi protocols.Examine ways enhanced privacy features revolutionize governance structures.Uncover groundbreaking potential within the gaming sector when privacy is at the forefront.Discuss the challenges and strategies to overcome resistance to privacy solutions in the crypto space.Analyze the importance of collaboration between developers and privacy innovators for mainstream adoption.And much more!Peyman Momeni is the CEO and Co-Founder of Fairblock, a leading innovator in privacy-preserving blockchain applications. His mission is driven by a deep understanding of the consequences arising from a lack of individual privacy and its impact on people's lives. Peyman and his team are dedicated to creating solutions that empower users, enhance the functionality of blockchains, and pave the way for widespread adoption of privacy-centric Web3.If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe, rate, and review it on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Google Podcasts; instructions on how to do this are here.Previous guests include: Rusty Matveev, Chief Strategy Officer at Calaxy; Andrew Lawrence, CEO and Co-Founder of Censo; Zac Townsend, CEO and Co-Founder of Meanwhile; Jesper Johansen, CEO and Co-Founder of Northstake; Tama Churchouse, COO of Cumberland Labs; Holly Wood of Boson Protocol; Sid Powell of Maple Finance; Chad Barraford of THORChain; and many others.Check out our three most downloaded episodes:Laying the Groundwork for a Billion-User Blockchain with Rich Rines, Contributor at Core DAOStaking the Future: From Blockchain Beginnings to Institutional Innovations with Chen Zhuling of RockXThe Unstoppable Nature of Blockchain: A Conversation with Bonart Mati of ObligateAttention all blockchain, crypto, and Web3 professionals! If you're a founder, CEO, or expert doing something innovative in this space, we're interested in speaking to you! Apply to be a guest on our platform and connect with our vibrant community of blockchain professionals:  https://fame.so/nnt-guestThe Smart Economy Podcast is handcrafted by our friends over at fame.so

In this episode of The Smart Economy Podcast, host Dylan Grabowski is joined by Sunny Lu, Co-Founder and CEO of VeChain Foundation, the Foundation tasked with growing VeChainThor, an enterprise-grade L1 public blockchain platform, aiming to spearhead a digital revolution through sustainable and highly scalable smart contract technologies.Join them as they:Shine a light on Web3’s potential for real-world impactDiscuss Sunny’s journey into the blockchain spaceUnpack the importance of the VeChain enterpriseDelve into the criticality of community engagementWeigh in on the state of the blockchain industry and the path towards mass adoption. And much more!Sunny Lu is the CEO and Co-Founder of the VeChain Foundation. He entered the blockchain space in 2013 and has since played a pivotal role in applying blockchain technology to real-world enterprise solutions. With a past as the Chief Information Officer for global brands such as Louis Vuitton, Sunny has used his expertise to bridge technology with business, leading VeChain to become one of the most reputable platforms in the blockchain industry.If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe, rate, and review it on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Google Podcasts; instructions on how to do this are here.Previous guests include: Rusty Matveev, Chief Strategy Officer at Calaxy; Andrew Lawrence, CEO and Co-Founder of Censo; Zac Townsend, CEO and Co-Founder of Meanwhile; Jesper Johansen, CEO and Co-Founder of Northstake; Tama Churchouse, COO of Cumberland Labs; Holly Wood of Boson Protocol; Sid Powell of Maple Finance; Chad Barraford of THORChain; and many others.Check out our three most downloaded episodes:Laying the Groundwork for a Billion-User Blockchain with Rich Rines, Contributor at Core DAOStaking the Future: From Blockchain Beginnings to Institutional Innovations with Chen Zhuling of RockXThe Unstoppable Nature of Blockchain: A Conversation with Bonart Mati of ObligateAttention all blockchain, crypto, and Web3 professionals! If you're a founder, CEO, or expert doing something innovative in this space, we're interested in speaking to you! Apply to be a guest on our platform and connect with our vibrant community of blockchain professionals:  https://fame.so/nnt-guestThe Smart Economy Podcast is handcrafted by our friends over at fame.so

In this episode of The Smart Economy Podcast, host Dylan Grabowski is joined by Parker McCurley, Co-Founder and CEO of DecentDAO, a builder collective creating DAO, DeFi, and other Web3 toolings and services for institutional and retail clients.Join them as they:Discuss lessons learned from navigating multiple crypto cyclesExamine the inner workings of DecentDaoShine a light on DecentDao’s Ethereum ethosUnpack DecentDao’s product offeringsWeigh in on the educational value of open-source communitiesDelve into Parker’s journey into the blockchain spaceAnd much more!Parker McCurley is the Co-Founder and CEO of DecentDAO. With a background in software development and a passion for cryptocurrency, Parker has been involved in the industry since 2017. At DecentDAO, he is dedicated to building privacy-focused tools for institutional DeFi and is committed to the vision of decentralizing the financial system.If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe, rate, and review it on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Google Podcasts; instructions on how to do this are here.Previous guests include: Rusty Matveev, Chief Strategy Officer at Calaxy; Andrew Lawrence, CEO and Co-Founder of Censo; Zac Townsend, CEO and Co-Founder of Meanwhile; Jesper Johansen, CEO and Co-Founder of Northstake; Tama Churchouse, COO of Cumberland Labs; Holly Wood of Boson Protocol; Sid Powell of Maple Finance; Chad Barraford of THORChain; and many others.Check out our three most downloaded episodes:Laying the Groundwork for a Billion-User Blockchain with Rich Rines, Contributor at Core DAOStaking the Future: From Blockchain Beginnings to Institutional Innovations with Chen Zhuling of RockXThe Unstoppable Nature of Blockchain: A Conversation with Bonart Mati of ObligateAttention all blockchain, crypto, and Web3 professionals! If you're a founder, CEO, or expert doing something innovative in this space, we're interested in speaking to you! Apply to be a guest on our platform and connect with our vibrant community of blockchain professionals:  https://fame.so/nnt-guestThe Smart Economy Podcast is handcrafted by our friends over at fame.so

In this episode of The Smart Economy Podcast, host Dylan Grabowski is joined by Nathan Windsor, the CEO and Co-Founder of Landslide Network, an IBC-enabled Avalanche subnet that allows any Cosmos-based dApp to run natively on the Avalanche network.Join them as they:Unpack the differences between Avalanche and Cosmos at a protocol levelShine a light on the power of the IBC ProtocolWeigh in on the strength of an Avalanche-Cosmos bridgeExamine the role of permissioned and permissionless Blockchain networksDiscuss Nathan’s journey into the blockchain spaceAnd much more!Nathan Windsor is the CEO and Co-Founder of Landslide Network. He is a seasoned entrepreneur, business leader, and blockchain enthusiast with a track record of founding and scaling technology companies. If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe, rate, and review it on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Google Podcasts; instructions on how to do this are here.Previous guests include: Rusty Matveev, Chief Strategy Officer at Calaxy; Andrew Lawrence, CEO and Co-Founder of Censo; Zac Townsend, CEO and Co-Founder of Meanwhile; Jesper Johansen, CEO and Co-Founder of Northstake; Tama Churchouse, COO of Cumberland Labs; Holly Wood of Boson Protocol; Sid Powell of Maple Finance; Chad Barraford of THORChain; and many others.Check out our three most downloaded episodes:Laying the Groundwork for a Billion-User Blockchain with Rich Rines, Contributor at Core DAOStaking the Future: From Blockchain Beginnings to Institutional Innovations with Chen Zhuling of RockXThe Unstoppable Nature of Blockchain: A Conversation with Bonart Mati of ObligateAttention all blockchain, crypto, and Web3 professionals! If you're a founder, CEO, or expert doing something innovative in this space, we're interested in speaking to you! Apply to be a guest on our platform and connect with our vibrant community of blockchain professionals:  https://fame.so/nnt-guestThe Smart Economy Podcast is handcrafted by our friends over at fame.so

In this episode of The Smart Economy Podcast, host Dylan Grabowski is joined by Matt Bell, the CEO and Co-Founder of Turbofish, a team working on Nomic, a layer one blockchain that offers a decentralized, non-custodial Bitcoin bridge into the Cosmos ecosystem.Join them as they:Shine a light on Nomic’s missionWeigh in on the issue with Bitcoin’s untapped liquidityUnpack the technical aspects of Nomic Examine the broader implications of bridging the gap between Bitcoin and other ecosystemsDiscuss Matt’s journey into the crypto spaceAnd much more!Matt Bell is the CEO and Co-Founder of Turbofish. Matt has been involved in the crypto industry since 2011 and has worked at various crypto companies, including Protocol Labs, where he contributed to the development of IPFS and Filecoin.If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe, rate, and review it on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Google Podcasts; instructions on how to do this are here.Previous guests include: Rusty Matveev, Chief Strategy Officer at Calaxy; Andrew Lawrence, CEO and Co-Founder of Censo; Zac Townsend, CEO and Co-Founder of Meanwhile; Jesper Johansen, CEO and Co-Founder of Northstake; Tama Churchouse, COO of Cumberland Labs; Holly Wood of Boson Protocol; Sid Powell of Maple Finance; Chad Barraford of THORChain; and many others.Check out our three most downloaded episodes:Laying the Groundwork for a Billion-User Blockchain with Rich Rines, Contributor at Core DAOStaking the Future: From Blockchain Beginnings to Institutional Innovations with Chen Zhuling of RockXThe Unstoppable Nature of Blockchain: A Conversation with Bonart Mati of ObligateAttention all blockchain, crypto, and Web3 professionals! If you're a founder, CEO, or expert doing something innovative in this space, we're interested in speaking to you! Apply to be a guest on our platform and connect with our vibrant community of blockchain professionals:  https://fame.so/nnt-guestThe Smart Economy Podcast is handcrafted by our friends over at fame.so