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Gm! This week the MegaETH team join the show to. discuss their ICO launch & the future of MegaETH. We deep dive into building a performant L2, the end game for MegaETH, ICO specifics & more. Enjoy! -- Follow Lei: https://x.com/yangl1996 Follow Namik: https://x.com/NamikMuduroglu Follow Jack: ⁠https://x.com/whosknave⁠ Follow Lightspeed: ⁠https://twitter.com/Lightspeedpodhq⁠ Subscribe to the Lightspeed Newsletter: ⁠https://blockworks.co/newsletter/lightspeed⁠ Join the Lightspeed Telegram: ⁠https://t.me/+QUl_ZOj2nMJlZTEx⁠ -- peaq, the Machine Economy Computer, proudly sponsors the Lightspeed podcast. peaq is home to 60+ apps across 20+ industries and millions of devices, machines, and onchain robots. It powers the world’s first tokenized robo-farm, launching soon in Hong Kong, and has launched the Machine Economy Free Zone in Dubai as a Web3 x Robotics x AI innovation hub. For more about peaq, check out www.peaq.xyz -- Get top market insights and the latest in crypto news. Subscribe to Blockworks Daily Newsletter: ⁠https://blockworks.co/newsletter/⁠ -- (00:00) Introduction (01:38) Building A Performant L2 (13:41) Peaq Ad (14:13) MegaETH’s ICO (26:51) The MegaETH End Game (36:43) Why Not Launch As An L1? (48:07) MegaETH Performance -- Disclaimers: Lightspeed was kickstarted by a grant from the Solana Foundation. Nothing said on Lightspeed 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. Jack, and our guests may hold positions in the companies, funds, or projects discussed.

Kevin Ricoy, aka Kyzer, a crypto commentator and founder of All Might, dives into the latest trends in the crypto space. He critiques Eclipse Foundation's Twitter strategy and discusses how it impacted market perceptions. The conversation highlights counterintuitive trading wins, particularly meme-driven successes. They also address the undercompensation of Ethereum developers, emphasizing the balance between ideals and commercialization in crypto. Kyzer shares insights on Solana's Seeker phone and its market fit, raising questions about future product directions.

The team discusses Meteora's imminent token launch and the reasons behind it. They explore how dynamic fees can help reduce risk for liquidity providers. A candid conversation about the fallout from LIBRA reveals community rebuilding efforts. Insights into the future of Solana DeFi highlight the importance of on-chain liquidity. The hosts explain their tokenomics strategy and why a high float is essential for long-term growth. Listeners are encouraged to join the community and prepare for the upcoming token generation event.

In this engaging discussion, Amira Valliani, Head of DePIN at the Solana Foundation, sheds light on the future of decentralized physical infrastructure. With a rich background in policy, she tackles the challenges of venture capital and discusses promising areas like AI energy opportunities and robotics. Amira emphasizes the importance of aligning incentives in token use and critiques the rush for unicorns in favor of more practical infrastructure projects. Her insights highlight the potential of DePIN to innovate and reshape how users interact with technology.

Michael Repetný, CEO of Marinade Labs and a pioneer in Solana staking infrastructure, shares insights on the evolution of staking in the crypto space. He dives into the origins of Marinade, detailing its hackathon beginnings and institutional focus. Michael compares liquid and native staking, highlighting their respective advantages. He also discusses the challenges of sandwich attacks and revenue dynamics surrounding staking. Additionally, he explores the potential of staking to function like savings accounts in the future, blending innovation with practicality.

Viktor Fischer, Founder and CEO of RockawayX, is an early Solana investor who’s deeply immersed in blockchain innovation. He reflects on his journey in crypto, discussing the pivotal moments that convinced him to invest in Solana back in 2018. Viktor shares insights on tokenization, highlighting Solana's advantages in low cost and speed for asset migration. He explains why traditional finance needs to adopt Solana and how RockawayX is focused on driving this growth with innovative approaches like DATs and private credit opportunities.

In this captivating discussion, Michael Marcantonio, Head of DeFi at Galaxy and a Solana expert, dives into how Solana could revolutionize global capital markets. He elaborates on the role of tokenized securities and the potential of Decentralized Asset Trusts (DATs). Michael shares insights on building high-frequency trading stacks and compares Solana's advantages over centralized entities. He also highlights real-world problems tokenization can solve and predicts competitive market dynamics that could transform investment landscapes.

Henri Stern, Co-founder and CEO of Privy, sheds light on the recent acquisition of his company by Stripe. He discusses the evolution of Privy and its strategic fit within Stripe's crypto ambitions. Henri explores the potential of embedded wallets and stablecoins as executable programs, emphasizing their role in enhancing user experiences. He also addresses the pathway for broader merchant adoption, the importance of a multi-chain future, and how competition from stablecoins will challenge traditional payment networks.

Robin A. Nordnes, the Founder and CEO of Raikou, shares insights from his recent $13.5 million fundraising success. He discusses the innovative solutions Raikou offers for guaranteed, fast transaction inclusion on Solana. Nordnes explains why he transitioned from Ethereum, highlighting Solana's community resilience and technical advantages. The conversation delves into the economic incentives for validators, the significance of pre-confirmation tickets, and the potential impact of Raikou on the broader crypto ecosystem.

Ian Unsworth, co-founder of Kairos Research and a key contributor at Blockworks, dives into the latest insights on the Solana ecosystem. He discusses Solana's growth potential and the impact of regulatory developments as bullish catalysts for crypto. Unsworth also analyzes stablecoins on Solana and the innovative FOGO project, which enhances validator performance. With a focus on Frankendancer and the evolving landscape of tokenomics, this conversation is packed with thought-provoking insights that shape the future of blockchain.