Gm! In this episode, Jack and Mert discuss how betting rebranded to prediction markets, and potential SocialFi and prediction market crossovers! They also dove into the EigenLayer airdrop controversy, and the conflicts of interest associated with it. Additionally, they asked - do we need fewer tokens? Are current crypto incentive models broken? Finally, they discussed the pros and cons of crypto payment systems. Enjoy!ResourcesUnpacking a potential Polymarket ‘ban’: https://blockworks.co/news/unpacking-potential-polymarket-banCoindesk: Top Crypto Startup Drove Other Projects’ Airdrops to its Employees: https://x.com/CoinDesk/status/1824067033350258815EigenLayer’s Response to the Coindesk Article: https://x.com/eigenlayer/status/1824175022308724749--Follow Mert: https://x.com/0xMert_Follow Jack: https://x.com/whosknaveFollow Lightspeed: https://twitter.com/LightspeedpodhqSubscribe to the Lightspeed Newsletter: https://blockworks.co/newsletter/lightspeed--Access is the new way to support and consume content from your favorite creators. Over 140 subscriptions to select from, spanning from large crypto media to a long tail of talented independent researchers and artists.No paying for subscriptions. Simply stake, consume, and get rewarded. Claim your free subscription through this link. But be quick there is a limited number available! https://tiplink.io/f/2822-V0U0FYRTsGIR#expE3HuuYEpKUuo2-nSeNKZCB_BFWHaliw-uZbhhCnM–Step into MyPrize—the online multiplayer crypto casino that lets you battle your friends and play alongside creators. On MyPrize, you're invited to get rowdy and share every victory and defeat with your pals. Because we know the only thing more fun than beating the house is beating your friends.Get started now with a 150% deposit or purchase bonus: https://myprize.com/invite/Lightspeed--Subscribe on YouTube: https://bit.ly/43o3SykSubscribe on Apple: https://apple.co/3OhiXgVSubscribe on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3OkF7PDGet top market insights and the latest in crypto news. Subscribe to Blockworks Daily Newsletter: https://blockworks.co/newsletter/--Subscribe on YouTube: https://bit.ly/43o3SykSubscribe on Apple: https://apple.co/3OhiXgVSubscribe on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3OkF7PDGet top market insights and the latest in crypto news. Subscribe to Blockworks Daily Newsletter: https://blockworks.co/newsletter/--(00:00) Introduction(02:01) The Betting to Prediction Market Rebrand(19:08) SocialFi x Prediction Markets(22:04) Access Protocol Ad(22:46) MyPrize Ad(23:16) EigenLayer Airdrop Controversy(31:52) Do We Need Fewer Tokens?(38:27) The Future of Crypto Payments--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. Mert, Jack, and our guests may hold positions in the companies, funds, or projects discussed.

Gm! In this episode, Matthew Sigel from VanEck joined us to discuss VanEck’s Solana ETF filing, gauging customer demand for spot crypto ETFs, and an ETFs impact on the Solana network. We also dive into what Solana needs to improve on, determining the value of L1s, and bringing the NASDAQ onchain.Enjoy!ResourcesRecent Developments With Solana ETF 19b-4s:https://x.com/matthew_sigel/status/1825630561865715912?s=46&t=Bicxk0ccRPkhOv9SfacvBQ--Follow Matthew: https://x.com/matthew_sigelFollow Mert: https://x.com/0xMert_Follow Jack: https://x.com/whosknaveFollow Lightspeed: https://twitter.com/LightspeedpodhqSubscribe to the Lightspeed Newsletter: https://blockworks.co/newsletter/lightspeed--Access is the new way to support and consume content from your favorite creators. Over 140 subscriptions to select from, spanning from large crypto media to a long tail of talented independent researchers and artists.No paying for subscriptions. Simply stake, consume, and get rewarded. Claim your free subscription through this link. But be quick there is a limited number available! https://tiplink.io/f/2195-aOAlZYc4ARht#Lhr8-0rBdVrxL94ZjOHwVtwxI2OSal2xw6Sz51lYuzU–Step into MyPrize—the online multiplayer crypto casino that lets you battle your friends and play alongside creators. On MyPrize, you're invited to get rowdy and share every victory and defeat with your pals. Because we know the only thing more fun than beating the house is beating your friends.Get started now with a 150% deposit or purchase bonus: https://myprize.com/invite/Lightspeed--Subscribe on YouTube: https://bit.ly/43o3SykSubscribe on Apple: https://apple.co/3OhiXgVSubscribe on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3OkF7PDGet top market insights and the latest in crypto news. Subscribe to Blockworks Daily Newsletter: https://blockworks.co/newsletter/--(00:00) Introduction(02:20) VanEck's Solana ETF Filing(05:45) Gauging Customer Demand for Spot Crypto ETFs(11:07) The SEC's Impact on a Solana ETF Approval(16:58) What is the Significance of an ETF on the Solana Network?(20:23) Access Protocol Ad(21:05) MyPrize Ad(21:35) VanEck's Memecoin Index(26:06) Are Meme Narratives Bad For Finance?(29:19) Determining the Value of L1s(33:51) How Can Solana Improve?(41:18) Bringing the NASDAQ onchain(45:41) What is Solana Doing Well?--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. Mert, Jack, and our guests may hold positions in the companies, funds, or projects discussed.

Gm! In this episode, Hardhat Chad from Ore joined us to discuss their mission to improve Proof of Work! We discuss Ore’s origin story, differences between Ore v1 vs Ore v2, and how Ore  fits into the Store of Value narrative. Additionally, we dive into how Proof of Work concepts can solve the fair launch problem. Finally, Hardhat Chad gives us insight into the upcoming Ore game being developed. Enjoy!--Follow Ore: https://x.com/OREsupplyFollow Hardhat Chad: https://x.com/HardhatChadFollow Mert: https://x.com/0xMert_Follow Jack: https://x.com/whosknaveFollow Lightspeed: https://twitter.com/LightspeedpodhqSubscribe to the Lightspeed Newsletter: https://blockworks.co/newsletter/lightspeed--Step into MyPrize—the online multiplayer crypto casino that lets you battle your friends and play alongside creators. On MyPrize, you're invited to get rowdy and share every victory and defeat with your pals. Because we know the only thing more fun than beating the house is beating your friends.Get started now with a 150% deposit or purchase bonus: https://myprize.com/invite/Lightspeed--Subscribe on YouTube: https://bit.ly/43o3SykSubscribe on Apple: https://apple.co/3OhiXgVSubscribe on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3OkF7PDGet top market insights and the latest in crypto news. Subscribe to Blockworks Daily Newsletter: https://blockworks.co/newsletter/--(00:00) Introduction(01:13) Overview of Ore(07:19) Ore's Origin Story(16:02) My Prize Ad(16:32) Differences Between Ore v1 and Ore v2(22:32) Ore's Mining Difficulty(32:07) Why Hold Ore?(37:29) Can Proof of Work Be Applied to Airdrops?(46:46) Ore as a Store of Value(49:11) The Ore Game(57:10) Hardhat Chad's Founder Journey--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. Mert, Jack, and our guests may hold positions in the companies, funds, or projects discussed.

Gm! In this episode, 0xInfra joined us to discuss all things Raydium! We dove into Raydium’s volume boom, how they deter pool deployment spam, and what led to their rise to the top of the Solana DEX space. Additionally, we looked back on the early days of Raydium, where they are today, and where they are heading next! Finally, discussed Pumpfun’s impact on Solana’s onchain activity. Enjoy!--Follow Infra: https://x.com/0xINFRAFollow Mert: https://x.com/0xMert_Follow Jack: https://x.com/whosknaveFollow Lightspeed: https://twitter.com/LightspeedpodhqSubscribe to the Lightspeed Newsletter: https://blockworks.co/newsletter/lightspeed--Access is the new way to support and consume content from your favorite creators. Over 140 subscriptions to select from, spanning from large crypto media to a long tail of talented independent researchers and artists.No paying for subscriptions. Simply stake, consume, and get rewarded. Claim your free subscription through this link. But be quick there is a limited number available! https://tiplink.io/f/2822-V0U0FYRTsGIR#expE3HuuYEpKUuo2-nSeNKZCB_BFWHaliw-uZbhhCnM–Step into MyPrize—the online multiplayer crypto casino that lets you battle your friends and play alongside creators. On MyPrize, you're invited to get rowdy and share every victory and defeat with your pals. Because we know the only thing more fun than beating the house is beating your friends.Get started now with a 150% deposit or purchase bonus: https://myprize.com/invite/Lightspeed--Subscribe on YouTube: https://bit.ly/43o3SykSubscribe on Apple: https://apple.co/3OhiXgVSubscribe on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3OkF7PDGet top market insights and the latest in crypto news. Subscribe to Blockworks Daily Newsletter: https://blockworks.co/newsletter/--(00:00) Introduction(03:05) Raydium's Volume Boom(13:39) How Do You Deter Pool Deployment Spam?(16:01) Bots vs Organic Users(19:40) Access Protocol Ad(20:22) MyPrize Ad(20:52) What Led to Raydium's Rise to the Top of Solana DEXs?(26:32) The Early Days of Raydium(38:12) Realizing Memes Were Going to Drive Volume(43:45) Pump.fun's Impact Onchain(56:25) Where is Raydium Heading Next?--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. Mert, Jack, and our guests may hold positions in the companies, funds, or projects discussed.

Mert, an insightful commentator on crypto, and Jack, a decentralized systems expert, dive into Solana's recent security patch and its inherent issues. They explore the complexities of validator decentralization and the necessity for client diversity. The duo emphasizes how market movements can cloud fundamental understanding, advocating for long-term perspectives in the crypto space. Additionally, they discuss the impact of rumors on market perceptions and the vital contrast between traders and builders within the ecosystem.

Chris Osborn, a crypto innovator, and Jon Wong, an expert on Blinks, dive into the transformative potential of Blinks within the crypto landscape. They explain how Blinks allow blockchain transactions to function as URLs, enhancing user experience. The duo discusses the need for innovative subscription solutions through Access Protocol and the opportunities for developers in the Solana ecosystem. With Blinks attracting new talent and enabling better integration with decentralized applications, they outline an exciting roadmap for the future.

Founder of Infinex, Kain Warwick discusses improving DeFi UX, integrating Solana, Craterun yield farming, token meta, Access Protocol, passkeys, security in DeFi, transaction fees, Helium Mobile network, Solana token sale strategy, governance framework development.

Join Swen Schäferjohann as he discusses Solana's ZK compression, L1 composability, and the future of scalability. Dive into Light protocols, the cost of state vs ledger space, and L1 account constructs. Explore how ZK compression unlocks efficiencies and the use of ZK in compression. Learn about Solana's unique account construct and the benefits of Merkle-ized state.

Mike Dudas & Carl Vogel of 6th Man Ventures discuss Solana ETF, AI in DePin, airdrops dilemma, and the importance of crypto applications over infra. Insights on Alt L1s, Ethereum's L2 roadmap, appchains, composable apps, and token vesting in crypto.

Tristan Frizza, founder of Zeta markets, discusses building an L2, on-chain vs off-chain market making, Zeta's token launch and L2 interoperability, crypto UX design, Solana's advantages, and advice for founders. The podcast covers challenges of launching new chains, gas tokens, and developing staking mechanics on Solana.