In this episode of Flywheel, DeFi Dave and Kiet interview Alisia from Botanix Labs details their journey in pioneering a Bitcoin DeFi. The episodes cover the project's inception on creating a Layer 2 solution for Bitcoin that's compatible with the Ethereum Virtual Machine, aiming to revive BTC's innovative spark.00:00 Welcome to Flywheel: Your Crypto and DeFi Hub00:17 Exploring the Bitcoin Renaissance with Botanics and Spider Chain02:12 Introducing Spider Chain: A Bitcoin L2 Revolution02:58 The Journey of Alisia: From Global Finance to Crypto Innovator18:34 The Future of Bitcoin and Ethereum: A Bold Perspective22:35 Deep Dive into Botanix Labs and Spider Chain Technology22:45 Building on Bitcoin: The Technical Breakthrough of Spider Chain40:09 The Vision of Spider Chain: A New Era for Bitcoin DeFi41:39 Exploring Bitcoin's DeFi Potential and Yield Expectations42:38 The Summer of Bitcoin DeFi: A New Era of Yield42:59 Differentiating in the DeFi Space: Technology and Community Buy-In43:59 Collaboration and Innovation Among Layer 2 Solutions45:25 The Future of Bitcoin DeFi: Yield Sources and Ecosystem Development51:00 Comparing Bitcoin DeFi Projects: Babylon vs. Spider Chain54:35 Botanics' Approach to Tokenization and Revenue Generation57:25 The Roadmap Ahead: Launching Spider Chain and DeFi Summer Expectations58:49 Bitcoin vs. Ethereum: Cultural Shifts and Future Predictions01:07:09 Navigating Regulations and the Future of Crypto Innovation01:14:53 Wrapping Up: The Journey of Botanix and Spider Chain~~~~Subscribe to the Flywheel mailing list: https://flywheeldefi.com~~~~Have ETH but don't know what to do with it? Swap it to FrxETH for the highest staking yields in crypto.https://app.frax.finance/frxeth/mint~~~~Calling all threadoors, researchers, and dashboard creators 📢 Earn rewards for your original Frax content. Learn more: https://flywheeldefi.com/p/announcing-the-frax-educational-incentives~~~~Follow FlywheelTwitter: https://twitter.com/FlywheelDeFiTelegram: https://t.me/FlywheelDeFiYouTube: @flywheeldefiSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/34xXNO2...Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...~~~~ConnectDeFi Dave: https://twitter.com/defidave22Kiet: https://twitter.com/0xkapital_kSam: https://twitter.com/traders_insight~~~~Not financial or tax advice. This channel is strictly educational and is not investment advice or a solicitation to buy or sell any assets or to make any financial decisions. This video is not tax advice. Talk to your accountant. Do your own research.

In this episode of Flywheel, we invited YamsI, Head of BD & strategy and VoKe from the Fjord Foundry team to discuss their Liquidity Bootstrapping Platform and its approach to revolutionizing token launches.We explore the mechanisms of LBPs, the strategies for ensuring fair launches, and the significance of market makers in maintaining post-launch stability. We also got into Fjord Foundry's dedication to balancing project ambitions with community well-being, fostering transparency, and nurturing on-chain liquidity.Through exploring the platform's journey, successes, and forward-looking plans, the script offers in-depth understanding of the nuanced challenges and strategies in managing token launches, from pre-launch preparations to achieving sustainable liquidity.00:00 Welcome to Flywheel00:14 The Importance of a Fair Launch in Crypto00:55 Diving Deep with Fjord Foundry: Origins and Offerings04:28 Exploring the Evolution and Impact of LBPs14:51 The Mechanics of LBPs: A Deep Dive32:54 Success Stories and the Impact of Curation41:22 Fjord Foundry's Performance and Future Directions44:26 Unpacking the Impact of Funding Amounts on Project Success45:31 Navigating Risks in Crypto Projects: Bots, Scams, and Solutions47:17 Introducing Sphere Token: Fjord's Community and Value Proposition49:38 Exploring the Potential of Centralized Exchanges and Fjord Foundry Collaboration01:07:55 The Future of Fjord Foundry: Roadmap and Vision01:11:43 Getting Personal: The Team's First Crypto Experiences01:18:34 Wrapping Up: Insights and Future Directions for Fjord Foundry~~~~Subscribe to the Flywheel mailing list: https://flywheeldefi.com~~~~Have ETH but don't know what to do with it? Swap it to FrxETH for the highest staking yields in crypto.https://app.frax.finance/frxeth/mint~~~~Calling all threadoors, researchers, and dashboard creators 📢 Earn rewards for your original Frax content. Learn more: https://flywheeldefi.com/p/announcing-the-frax-educational-incentives~~~~Follow FlywheelTwitter: https://twitter.com/FlywheelDeFiTelegram: https://t.me/FlywheelDeFiYouTube: @flywheeldefiSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/34xXNO2...Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...~~~~ConnectDeFi Dave: https://twitter.com/defidave22Kiet: https://twitter.com/0xkapital_kSam: https://twitter.com/traders_insight~~~~Not financial or tax advice. This channel is strictly educational and is not investment advice or a solicitation to buy or sell any assets or to make any financial decisions. This video is not tax advice. Talk to your accountant. Do your own research.Timeline

In this episode of Flywheel, DeFi Dave and Kiet interview Josh Wadinski from Optimism. The show covers Optimisms alignment with Ethereum's principles and its focus on sustainability, public goods, and community involvement. Discussions cover Optimism's technology, governance structure, retroactive public goods funding, and the strive for decentralized internet development.Chapters00:00 Welcome to Flywheel: Your DeFi Hub00:19 Diving Deep into Optimism with Josh00:46 The Modular Future of DeFi and Culture's Impact03:49 Josh's Journey: From Quantum Mechanics to DeFi09:07 Understanding Optimism: The Superchain Explained15:36 The Evolution of Layer 2s and 3s in the Crypto Ecosystem29:28 Decentralization and Governance in the Optimism Ecosystem33:43 Retroactive Public Goods Funding and the OP Token48:02 Exploring Governance and Reward Distribution Models49:20 The Future of On-Chain Governance and Grants51:02 Non-DeFi Use Cases and the Evolution of Social Protocols01:01:27 The Roadmap for Optimism and Super Chain Developments01:03:23 Growth Strategies and the Open-Source Ethos of Optimism01:19:33 Reflections on Financial Literacy and the Impact of DeFi01:23:22 Closing Thoughts and Future Guests for Flywheel~~~~Subscribe to the Flywheel mailing list: https://flywheeldefi.com~~~~Have ETH but don't know what to do with it? Swap it to FrxETH for the highest staking yields in crypto.https://app.frax.finance/frxeth/mint~~~~Calling all threadoors, researchers, and dashboard creators 📢 Earn rewards for your original Frax content. Learn more: https://flywheeldefi.com/p/announcing-the-frax-educational-incentives~~~~Follow FlywheelTwitter: https://twitter.com/FlywheelDeFiTelegram: https://t.me/FlywheelDeFiYouTube: @flywheeldefiSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/34xXNO2...Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...~~~~ConnectDeFi Dave: https://twitter.com/defidave22Kiet: https://twitter.com/0xkapital_kSam: https://twitter.com/traders_insight~~~~Not financial or tax advice. This channel is strictly educational and is not investment advice or a solicitation to buy or sell any assets or to make any financial decisions. This video is not tax advice. Talk to your accountant. Do your own research.Timeline

In this episode of Flywheel, DeFi Dave interviews Winnie, the founder of Chipped, a project that aims to make crypto more accessible and fun for non-crypto native users. Winnie is creating human-centered products that don't focus solely on financialization. They also touch on the role of social media and the need for restraint in hyper-financialization. They discuss the future of wearable tech and the vision for Chipped as a gossip protocol that aligns with the direction of technology.Chapters00:00 Introduction and Overview of Chipped11:21 The Importance of Mass Adoption and Long-Term Thinking25:39 The Power of Authenticity and Fun in Marketing Crypto30:40 Culture and Storytelling in the Crypto Space32:37 Embracing Silliness and Being True to Yourself33:34 Spotting Short-Term Opportunistic Projects34:58 The Role of Social Media and Restraint in Hyper-Financialization36:23 The Future of Wearable Tech: Moving Away from Screens37:22 Chipped: A Gossip Protocol for the Internet of Everything50:19 Be Kind to Yourself and Pursue What You Care AboutKeywordscrypto, mass adoption, long-term thinking, accessibility, human-centered products, marketing, authenticity, culture, storytelling, crypto, long-term thinking, short-term opportunistic projects, social media, hyper-financialization, wearable tech, gossip protocol~~~~Subscribe to the Flywheel mailing list: https://flywheeldefi.com~~~~Have ETH but don't know what to do with it? Swap it to FrxETH for the highest staking yields in crypto.https://app.frax.finance/frxeth/mint~~~~Calling all threadoors, researchers, and dashboard creators 📢 Earn rewards for your original Frax content. Learn more: https://flywheeldefi.com/p/announcing-the-frax-educational-incentives~~~~Follow FlywheelTwitter: https://twitter.com/FlywheelDeFiTelegram: https://t.me/FlywheelDeFiYouTube: @flywheeldefiSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/34xXNO2...Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...~~~~ConnectDeFi Dave: https://twitter.com/defidave22Kiet: https://twitter.com/0xkapital_kSam: https://twitter.com/traders_insight~~~~Not financial or tax advice. This channel is strictly educational and is not investment advice or a solicitation to buy or sell any assets or to make any financial decisions. This video is not tax advice. Talk to your accountant. Do your own research.

In this episode of Flywheel, DeFi Dave interviews Alon, the co-founder of Pump .Fun, a meme coin launch pad. They discuss the power of memes in culture and crypto, the split in crypto culture between institutionalization and meme coin degen energy, and the importance of culture in crypto projects. They also delve into the birth of Pump .Fun and notable meme coin launches on the platform.Chapters00:00 Introduction and Overview02:55 The Power of Memes in Culture and Crypto05:48 The Split in Crypto Culture08:55 The Importance of Culture in Crypto12:12 The Birth of Pump .Fun and Meme Coin Launches15:02 Understanding Pump .Fun and its Features23:09 Notable Meme Coin Launches on Pump .Fun28:01 The Role of Culture in DeFi and Crypto Projects31:50 The Importance of User-Centric Design35:05 The Divide Between Institutional and Meme Culture in Crypto36:02 Meme Coins and the Zoomer Generation36:56 Meme Coins as Cultural and Social Products38:17 The Potential for Gamified Experiences with Meme Coins39:47 Meme Coins as Shelling Points for Ideas and Communities41:08 The Difference Between Meme Coins and NFTs43:24 The Complexity and Potential of NFTs45:30 Different Chains and Their Cultures46:57 The Challenges of Building a Culture on a Chain49:47 The Importance of Staying True to the Chain's Culture51:26 The Rise and Challenges of Blast52:53 The Importance of Building a Trustworthy Culture54:49 The Role of Culture in Attracting Users to Fractal58:54 Fractal's Flocks Incentives and Overcoming the Cold Start Problem01:05:27 The Importance of Culture in Onboarding Users to DeFi~~~~Subscribe to the Flywheel mailing list: https://flywheeldefi.com~~~~Have ETH but don't know what to do with it? Swap it to FrxETH for the highest staking yields in crypto.https://app.frax.finance/frxeth/mint~~~~Calling all threadoors, researchers, and dashboard creators 📢 Earn rewards for your original Frax content. Learn more: https://flywheeldefi.com/p/announcing-the-frax-educational-incentives~~~~Follow FlywheelTwitter: https://twitter.com/FlywheelDeFiTelegram: https://t.me/FlywheelDeFiYouTube: @flywheeldefiSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/34xXNO2...Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...~~~~ConnectDeFi Dave: https://twitter.com/defidave22Kiet: https://twitter.com/0xkapital_kSam: https://twitter.com/traders_insight~~~~Not financial or tax advice. This channel is strictly educational and is not investment advice or a solicitation to buy or sell any assets or to make any financial decisions. This video is not tax advice. Talk to your accountant. Do your own research.

In this episode of Flywheel, DeFi Dave and Nairolf discuss the concept of modularity in the blockchain space. They explore the significance of modularization and its potential impact on the industry. They also delve into the example of Dymension, a modular project that allows for customization and deployment of roll-ups. Overall, the conversation highlights the growing importance of modularity and its potential to shape the future of blockchain.~~~~Subscribe to the Flywheel mailing list: https://flywheeldefi.com~~~~Have ETH but don't know what to do with it? Swap it to FrxETH for the highest staking yields in crypto.https://app.frax.finance/frxeth/mint~~~~Calling all threadoors, researchers, and dashboard creators 📢 Earn rewards for your original Frax content. Learn more: https://flywheeldefi.com/p/announcing-the-frax-educational-incentives~~~~Follow FlywheelTwitter: https://twitter.com/FlywheelDeFiTelegram: https://t.me/FlywheelDeFiYouTube: @flywheeldefiSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/34xXNO2...Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...~~~~ConnectDeFi Dave: https://twitter.com/defidave22Kiet: https://twitter.com/0xkapital_kSam: https://twitter.com/traders_insight~~~~Not financial or tax advice. This channel is strictly educational and is not investment advice or a solicitation to buy or sell any assets or to make any financial decisions. This video is not tax advice. Talk to your accountant. Do your own research.Timeline

In this conversation, DeFi Dave and Kiet discuss the origins and development of Baseline Markets with Fully Allocated and Indigo, a DeFi primitive that aims to create a fairer and more transparent tokenomics system. They explore the differences between Jimbo and White Lotus, the challenges faced after a hack, and the process of building Baseline on Uniswap V3. They also explain the three liquidity ranges in Baseline and how lending and leverage work within the system. The conversation explores the Baseline Protocol and its unique features. It discusses the fixed rate and fixed interest structure of the protocol, as well as the ability to borrow and increase the Baseline Liquidity Value (BLV). The conversation also covers the advantages of borrowing ETH with no additional collateral and the ability to profit from BLV increases. It delves into the concept of leveraged exposure through borrows and the benefits of collateralized lending. The conversation addresses the absence of liquidation cascades and the token burning mechanism. It also explores different strategies and risk profiles, as well as the risks and criticisms of the system. The conversation concludes with a discussion on the liquidity configuration and the future plans for Baseline, including the launch of a launchpad for tokens.~~~~Subscribe to the Flywheel mailing list: https://flywheeldefi.com~~~~Have ETH but don't know what to do with it? Swap it to FrxETH for the highest staking yields in crypto.https://app.frax.finance/frxeth/mint~~~~Calling all threadoors, researchers, and dashboard creators 📢 Earn rewards for your original Frax content. Learn more: https://flywheeldefi.com/p/announcing-the-frax-educational-incentives~~~~Follow FlywheelTwitter: https://twitter.com/FlywheelDeFiTelegram: https://t.me/FlywheelDeFiYouTube: @flywheeldefiSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/34xXNO2...Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...~~~~ConnectDeFi Dave: https://twitter.com/defidave22Kiet: https://twitter.com/0xkapital_kSam: https://twitter.com/traders_insight~~~~Not financial or tax advice. This channel is strictly educational and is not investment advice or a solicitation to buy or sell any assets or to make any financial decisions. This video is not tax advice. Talk to your accountant. Do your own research.

In this conversation, DeFi Dave and Capital K discuss various topics related to the Curve ecosystem, including the performance of crvUSD, the release of LlamaLend, and the future of the Curve ecosystem. They also touch on the impact of the Uniswap fee switch and the rise of Ethena. They also discuss the launch of Fraxtal and its role in the Frax ecosystem.Chapters00:00 Introduction and Overview03:01 The State of the Curve Ecosystem05:54 Uniswap Fee Switch and its Impact on DeFi09:14 The Growth and Promises of crvUSD11:36 Introduction to LlamaLend and its Role in the Curve Ecosystem20:37 The Rise of Ethena and its Impact on DeFi23:36 The Importance of Business Development in DeFi26:09 Asymmetry and the Combination of Money Legos28:30 The Value and Potential of Convex36:30 The Launch of Fraxstel and its Role in the Frax Ecosystem39:44 Looking Forward to ETH Denver40:14 Preparing for Conferences42:00 Attending Conferences for the First Time46:16 The Intersection of AI and Crypto50:58 The Launch of Tau57:27 The Future of Crypto and AI58:09 Curve's Expansion onto L2s01:02:05 Growth Strategies for CRV USD01:06:37 The Future of the Crypto Market01:08:42 Leviathan News Network01:09:12 Predictions for 2024 and 202501:11:56 The Rerate of DeFi01:13:23 Guest Recommendations~~~~Subscribe to the Flywheel mailing list: https://flywheeldefi.com~~~~Have ETH but don't know what to do with it? Swap it to FrxETH for the highest staking yields in crypto.https://app.frax.finance/frxeth/mint~~~~Calling all threadoors, researchers, and dashboard creators 📢 Earn rewards for your original Frax content. Learn more: https://flywheeldefi.com/p/announcing-the-frax-educational-incentives~~~~Follow FlywheelTwitter: https://twitter.com/FlywheelDeFiTelegram: https://t.me/FlywheelDeFiYouTube: @flywheeldefiSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/34xXNO2...Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...~~~~ConnectDeFi Dave: https://twitter.com/defidave22Kiet: https://twitter.com/0xkapital_kSam: https://twitter.com/traders_insight~~~~Not financial or tax advice. This channel is strictly educational and is not investment advice or a solicitation to buy or sell any assets or to make any financial decisions. This video is not tax advice. Talk to your accountant. Do your own research.Timeline

In this episode, DeFi Dave and Kiet interview Birb, the Empress of West Ham and BD and growth expert at OtterSec. She told us about the importance of vibes in crypto culture, the role of business development in the industry, and the birth and growth of the West Ham community. Birb shared her journey through crypto to finding purpose at OtterSec. We also discussed the importance of UX in the adoption of Layer 2 solutions and what the winner will have to acheive to domiante the crypto space.Chapters00:00 Introduction and Overview01:00 The Importance of Crypto Culture06:36 The Birth and Growth of West Ham09:28 The Power of Group Chats in Crypto10:20 The Value of Building Connections in Crypto12:40 Preparing for ETH Denver14:08 Tips for Navigating ETH Denver19:22 Birb's Journey in Crypto24:05 The Role of Business Development in Crypto28:13 The Positive Sum Game of Crypto29:34 The Importance of Incentives in Airdrops and Point Systems37:06 The Legacy and Future of ICOs40:49 The Perceived Value of Airdrops and Free Money in Crypto41:48 The Importance of Product Value and User Engagement42:17 The Role of Business Development in Crypto45:02 The Basics of Security Auditing48:22 Choosing an Auditor50:15 War Stories and Lessons Learned52:38 The Role of Security in Crypto56:00 The Impact of Bitcoin ETF57:37 The Performance and Reception of Bitcoin ETF58:58 The Future of Bitcoin and Ethereum01:02:56 The Importance of User Experience in L2 Solutions01:07:50 Improving Vibes in the Crypto Space01:16:22 Lightning Round~~~~Subscribe to the Flywheel mailing list: https://flywheeldefi.com~~~~Have ETH but don't know what to do with it? Swap it to FrxETH for the highest staking yields in crypto.https://app.frax.finance/frxeth/mint~~~~Calling all threadoors, researchers, and dashboard creators 📢 Earn rewards for your original Frax content. Learn more: https://flywheeldefi.com/p/announcing-the-frax-educational-incentives~~~~Follow FlywheelTwitter: https://twitter.com/FlywheelDeFiTelegram: https://t.me/FlywheelDeFiYouTube: @flywheeldefiSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/34xXNO2...Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...~~~~ConnectDeFi Dave: https://twitter.com/defidave22Kiet: https://twitter.com/0xkapital_kSam: https://twitter.com/traders_insight~~~~Not financial or tax advice. This channel is strictly educational and is not investment advice or a solicitation to buy or sell any assets or to make any financial decisions. This video is not tax advice. Talk to your accountant. Do your own research.

Zaros is a perpetual DEX powered by boosted staking and restaking LSDs and LRTs, offering up to 100x leverage on trading and increased APY for liquidity providers. The test net for Zaros is set to launch on February 28th, with a trading competition and special rewards for participants. The platform focuses on user experience and aims to provide a trading interface similar to centralized exchanges. The liquid restaking narrative is gaining traction, and Zaros is embracing it by accepting LRTs and offering a range of assets for margin trading. Users can find more information about Zaros on their website and social media channels, as well as join their Discord community for trading discussions.Chapters00:00 Introduction and Overview01:06 Zaros: Perpetual DEX with Boosted Staking03:35 Staking Fees and Real Yield05:00 Test Net and Incentives09:23 User Experience and UI/UX10:36 Liquid Restaking Narrative12:19 Website, Social Media, and Discord14:11 Closing Remarks and Disclaimer