Flywheel DeFi

In this week's episode we have on Richard from Prisma, we've been wanting him to come on the show for a couple of months now, as the LSD stablecoin protocol has been one of the fastest growing of Frax's partners last year. We spoke with him on a variety of topics that included bootstrapping Prisma, navigating its launch, its wild growth, and plans for the future.We cover topics such as the Prisma system and its use of liquid staking derivatives, the stability pool and redemption process, pain points for users and developers, the lockdrop and emission schedule, and the success factors behind Prisma's launch.We also explore the value accrual of the Prisma token, revenue distribution, and the upcoming smkUSD release.TakeawaysFinding the right balance in the DeFi ecosystem is a challenge, but it is possible with the right product-market fit and collaboration.The important role of Frax, Curve, and Convex to the Prisma ecosystem.Partnerships and integration with existing systems can help advance a DeFi protocol and drive its success.Understanding risks and providing tools for users to make informed decisions is crucial for the growth of the DeFi space.Narrative and branding play a significant role in attracting users and creating a strong community.Exploring innovations outside of Prisma and staying open to new opportunities is important for personal and professional growth.

In the last episode of 2023 for Flywheel, we review the entire year's major events and milestones of the year for Frax. We covers our funding & grant applications, the launch of veFPIS, the CR vote, the USDC depeg event, the Shapella upgrade, educational incentives, and the Zuzalu conference and everything else that happened this year.

In this Episode of Flywheel with DeFiDave and KapitalK, we invited on crypto's tastemaker loldefi. We spoke about his transition from fashion to crypto, the differences and similarities between the two industries, the experience of reviewing ICOs, the success of loldefi merch, and the creation of the Who Anon book.https://twitter.com/loldefiTakeawaysThe fashion industry can be exclusive and focused on networking, while the crypto industry is more collaborative and approachable.The ICO boom of 2017 was filled with scams and questionable projects, but also provided opportunities for significant returns.The success of loldefi merch during DeFi Summer demonstrated the strong connection between the crypto community and fashion.The who anon book aims to document the culture and stories of the crypto space in a physical format, providing a unique and tangible experience. The collapse and trial of SPF had a significant impact on the crypto space, highlighting the need for caution and due diligence in the industry.Maintaining a decentralized environment is crucial to prevent similar incidents from happening in the future.Branding and compliance play a vital role in building trust and longevity in the crypto industry.The wealth destruction caused by SBF and Caroline serves as a cautionary tale for investors and participants in the space.Individuals involved in the SBF collapse may face legal consequences, and their liability is yet to be determined.Engaging in off-chain activities and hobbies is important for personal well-being and balance in the crypto world.Advice to the younger self includes not letting external pressures define success and embracing the mindset of creating one's own reality.Recommended guests for future episodes include Grug and Rookie, who have unique stories and perspectives to share.~~~~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...~~~~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.

🚀 Overview: In this episode of Flywheel DeFi, hosts DeFi Dave and 0xKapitalK engage in a riveting conversation with DK and vxCozy from Premia. This discussion delves into the intricate workings of Premia's DeFi options platform, with a special focus on their recent FXS integration. Gain insights into how Premia is reshaping the DeFi options arena, tackling liquidity and standardization challenges, and what the future holds for this innovative platform.🔥 Highlights:Explore the unique features of Premia as a leading DeFi options platform in the Ethereum Virtual Machine ecosystem.Understand the implications of the FXS integration on Premia, offering users new ways to manage FXS price movements.Learn about Premia's approach to option pricing and liquidity management, featuring advanced modeling techniques and oracles.Discover the variety of inventory sources on Premia, including vaults, an order book, and a range order bot, and how these cater to different trading strategies.Dive into the community aspect of the DeFi space, with a unique take on waifus as motivational tools.Discussion on the critical challenges in the DeFi options market, such as liquidity and standardization, and potential solutions.The episode also emphasizes the importance of building liquidity, partnerships, education, and DAO governance in the success and adoption of DeFi options.📚 About Premia:Premia stands out as a peer-to-peer options exchange built for the Ethereum Virtual Machine, known for its robust security, self-custody, and automated execution features.The platform has evolved significantly, introducing concentrated AMM-based exchanges and peer-to-peer order networks in its latest iteration.It offers ERC-1155 token-based European-style options, catering to a diverse range of users from LPs to traders and market-makers.💸 Earning Opportunities with FRAX/FXS on Premia:Premia provides attractive earning opportunities through two Frax vaults: FXS/FRAX Cash-Secured Put Vault and FXS/FRAX Covered Call Vault.Discover how to leverage these vaults for potentially high yields.🌐 Join the Conversation: Tune in to this episode of Flywheel DeFi for an in-depth look at Premia's journey in the DeFi options landscape and what's next for this dynamic platform.

In episode #81 of Flywheel, we delve deep into the innovative realm of blockchain technology with Hilmar and Luis from Gelato Network. They share their visionary insights on a future powered by a thousand rollups, dissecting both the complexities and potential of this rapidly evolving landscape. 🚀 Key Discussion Points: The anticipated emergence of a thousand rollups and the transformation of blockchain infrastructure. The pivotal shift of Gelato towards provisioning infrastructure tailored for rollups. Unpacking the significance of ecosystem chains and their transformative impact on blockchain's future. Analyzing the intricate web of vendors and suppliers crucial for launching a chain and the unique value Gelato's Rollup as a Service brings to the table. Hilmar and Luis elaborate on the nuances of chain deployment and the revenue streams fueling Gelato's growth. An in-depth look at Web3-specific computation and the operational dynamics of Gelato's cloud platform as a two-sided marketplace.Hot takes and candid opinions on the trajectory of L2s and L3s, championing the spirit of innovation. The influential role of data availability layers like Celestia and Eigen Layer in shaping blockchain's horizon.

In this week's episode of Flywheel with DeFiDave and Kapital K we had on DeFiDad, host of The Edge podcast and super positive educator. His thorough understanding of stablecoins, DeFi protocols, and his ability to simplify intricate concepts make him a valuable pillar in the DeFi community. DeFiDad is such a refreshing person to be around, he drips positivity and we loved getting his insights on Frax, the current bull run, and the future of DeFi. Follow DeFiDad on Twitter: http://twitter.com/defi_dad Subscribe to DeFiDad on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@DeFiDad Check our Fourth Revolution Ventures: https://www.fourthrevolution.capital DeFiDad's Linktree: https://linktr.ee/defidad

🚀 In this thrilling episode of Flywheel, we're joined by Corey Caplan, CEO and Co-founder of Leavitt Innovations and Director of the Dolomite Foundation. Recommended by the esteemed WenMoon, Corey brings his extensive knowledge and insights into the world of DeFi and crypto to our show.🌐 What is Dolomite?Dolomite is a cutting-edge decentralized money market protocol and DEX, blending the functionalities of a DEX with a lending protocol. It provides diverse services like over-collateralized loans, margin trading, and more, all with high capital efficiency and broad token support.🔍 Core Features:Modular architecture for stability and adaptability.Virtual liquidity system for earning swap fees and lending yields.Internal liquidity trading to mitigate external market impacts.🔥 Exciting Opportunity: Crush the Arbitrum STIP with Dolomite!Dolomite has been granted 1,000,000 ARB to expand TVL on Arbitrum. Stake your assets and earn oARB, the protocol's reward token. Learn about the vesting process and how to maximize your earnings with Dolomite.#Dolomite #DeFi #Crypto #FlywheelPodcast #CoreyCaplan~~~~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 week's episode we are joined by Winter Soldier, who we invited on to discuss his epic Frax thread. It's an extremely well written deep dive into the Frax ecosystem and we love it.Check out www.flywheeldefi.com to read through the thread so you can follow along with DeFiDave, Kiet and Winter Soldier.~~~~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~~~~Want to up your IQ 🧠 Learn about Brain DAO: https://iq.braindao.org/dashboard~~~~Ready to build? Take part in the Frax, Flywheel, & Dorahacks hackathon. Enter today: https://flywheeldefi.com/p/fraxbuild-hackathon-launches-here~~~~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 week's episode we have on Luke from Nocturne who tells us how they are bringing back private transactions to Ethereum.~~~~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~~~~Want to up your IQ 🧠 Learn about Brain DAO: https://iq.braindao.org/dashboard~~~~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

This week could be a game-changer for Frax, yet the buzz is oddly quiet. With Convex Finance and Prisma Finance on board, we're peeling back the layers of an innovative DeFi strategy that could shake the foundations of digital finance. 🤯💥 Highlights:Prisma Finance's launch and its rapid TVL growthConvex's strategy on Prisma token locksThe “droplock” tactic & its implications on DeFi governanceFrax's strategic position with locked CVX and voting power🔍 In this deep dive, we explore how these maneuvers benefit Frax, potentially boosting sfrxETH vault APYs, impacting mkUSD supply, and influencing Curve pool dynamics. It's not just a financial play; it's a governance power move that could lead to the so-called "Prisma Wars". 📈~~~~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~~~~Want to up your IQ 🧠 Learn about Brain DAO: https://iq.braindao.org/dashboard~~~~Ready to build? Take part in the Frax, Flywheel, & Dorahacks hackathon. Enter today: https://flywheeldefi.com/p/fraxbuild-hackathon-launches-here~~~~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