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The weekly podcast from the blocmates camp with Alex, Grant and Gazz, covering all the news that we've found the most worthwhile to talk about from the past week in crypto. Rate us FIVE STARS or please do one.
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Nov 18, 2024 • 52min
Berachain DeFi Head Gives Insight on NEW Liquidity Incentives on the Network
Grant hosts Jack Melnick, Head of DeFi at Berachain as they discuss the development, strategy, and future of liquidity optimization and user acquisition within the crypto space. In this episode, you'll learn:How Berachain Facilitates Liquidity OptimizationSolving the Cold Start ProblemBerachain’s New Product: Royco BoycoAppChains vs General Purpose chainsLiquidity Incentivization and Product AlignmentGive us a thumbs up, leave your thoughts below, and hit that subscribe button to stay tuned for more enriching conversations!

Nov 13, 2024 • 36min
Consumer Apps are Making a Home on Bittensor | TAO TALK EP. 10
This week, in TAO Talk episode 10, 563 and Brody are joined by guests from WOMBO (Ben and Sami) to discuss the latest developments in the BitTensor ecosystem and beyond. In this episode, you’ll learn:- Bittensor adding 12 new subnet slots- Wombo’s unique perspective on Crypto-AI- Wombo’s AI-powered subnet analyzer- Their new project called “Pyramid Scheme”- Announcements from other subnets - Taoshi, Macrocosmos, and Omega Labs

Nov 7, 2024 • 55min
AO Exclusive: The Decentralized Hyper Parallel Super Computer
Grant hosts Sam Williams, Founder of Arweave as they explore innovations in blockchain scalability, decentralized storage, and the evolution of Web3 applications.In this episode, you'll learn:Arweave’s Information Storage NetworkAO's Approach to Blockchain LimitationsAO's Hyperparallel ModelPotential applications of AO in AI, DeFi, and decentralized social mediaGive us a thumbs up, leave your thoughts below, and hit that subscribe button

Nov 4, 2024 • 44min
Opening the FUD-Gates | TAO TALK EP. 9
This week, in TAO Talk episode 9, 563 and Brody are joined by Ian and Estate Cat from Nickel5 as they discuss the latest developments in the Bittensor ecosystem, In this episode, you’ll learn:Upcoming DTAO LaunchEVM Compatibility on BittensorSubnet Entrenchment and Weight CopyingBad Actors in the EcosystemPower of Bittensor Community

Nov 1, 2024 • 38min
AI Agents Donate Thousands of $ To Charity | Is Celestia Still Bullish? Michael Saylor buys MORE Bitcoin
Welcome back to Good Morning Degen. This week, the lads take us through the main headlines, including Saylor buying up all the Bitcoins, Celestia's mammoth unlock, and the next evolution of AI and meme coins.

Oct 31, 2024 • 1h
Fantom to Sonic: Airdrops, Andre Cronje's New Project & The $S Token
Grant hosts Michael Kong, the CEO of Sonic Labs as they discuss the rebranding of Fantom to Sonic, the technical changes and improvements, and the vision for the new chain.In this episode, you'll learn:- Fantom's rebranding to Sonic and the impact on the ecosystem- Technical changes and improvements made in the new Sonic chain- Gas monetization and its benefits for developers and the network- Sonic Gateway and its role in facilitating faster and more secure transactions- $S token: airdrop mechanics and allocation.Give us a thumbs up and hit that subscribe button to stay tuned for more enriching conversations!

Oct 28, 2024 • 56min
SOPHON Explained: Everything You Need to Know | SOPH Token, Nodes, Consumer Crypto Apps
Grant hosts Seb co-founder of Sophon, a blockchain-based platform that aims to bring a more user-friendly, consumer-focused, and entertaining experience to the crypto industry.The conversation covers various topics, such as the current state of the crypto industry, the challenges of onboarding new users, and the importance of building a more consumer-focused platform. Seb shares his vision for Sophon, which includes creating a chain that is more accessible and user-friendly, with a focus on entertainment and culture.He also discusses the potential for play-to-earn gaming and the need for a seamless user experience that bridges the gap between crypto and traditional gaming.Don't forget to spread the love - give us a thumbs up, leave your thoughts below, and hit that subscribe button to stay tuned for more enriching conversations!

Oct 25, 2024 • 42min
The Latest on AI Meme Coins, Denmark Raises Crypto Tax, MakerDAO Rebrands, Stripe Acquires Bridge
Alex, Gazz, Mike, and Grant are back for the first time in over a year for an episode of Good Morning Degen. Today’s chat centers around Grant’s exclusive interview with Truth Terminal founder Andy Ayrey and what has come since AI launched its first meme coin, the GOAT token. You’ll also hear about:- Our thoughts on the Truth Terminal interview- The pump.fun token launch and potential airdrop- Stripe acquiring crypto stablecoin platform Bridge in a $1.1bn deal- MakerDAO’s 180 on its rebrand to Sky following community backlash - Denmark raises crypto tax on unrealized gains to 42%, the highest in Europe

Oct 24, 2024 • 46min
Truth Terminal Creator Andy Ayrey on GOAT, AI Agents & Meme Coins
Andy Ayrey, creator of Truth Terminal, shares the journey of his AI language model, which gained viral fame through humorous user interactions on X and its link to the meme coin GOAT. He discusses how AI can launch meme coins and the intricate mix of cryptocurrency and memes in today's culture. Breaking down the chaotic debut of GOAT, Ayrey highlights the importance of governance in rapid project growth and emphasizes the mental health challenges faced in innovative spaces, all while envisioning a transparent future for AI developments.

Oct 17, 2024 • 43min
From Concept to Reality: Solana’s New Flagship Crypto Mobile Device
Grant hosts Emmet on the blocmates podcast as they discuss Seeker, a new device that aims to bridge the gap between Web3 and mobile devices. Seeker is a flagship Android device that features seamless Web3 hardware and software integration, including a built-in wallet and dApp store.Emmett discusses the development of the Seeker, its features, and how it will change the way users interact with crypto. He also touches on the challenges of building hardware and how the Seeker overcomes the obstacles other crypto-related mobile devices face.