Blockchain Bylines

In this follow-up to the June keynote, Blockchain.com Co-Founders Peter Smith and Nic Cary sit down for a personal, unfiltered conversation about the why behind June. From the evolution of internet trust, to the silent power of AI, they unpack the urgent need for privacy-first technology and the genesis of June.

Lesley Chavkin, Global Head of Public Policy at Paxos, provides an insightful look into PAX Gold (PAXG), a tokenized asset representing physical gold. She discusses the transition from traditional gold investments to digital tokenization, highlighting benefits like fractional ownership and increased liquidity. The conversation also explores future possibilities for tokenizing various commodities, the implications of recent federal stablecoin legislation, and how blockchain technology is reshaping our understanding of value and finance.

In this episode, James Ambrose, Head of Trading Operations and Treasury Services, fills in as host to speak with Conor Ryder, Head of Research at Ethena Labs. Together, they explore how ENA fits into Ethena’s broader ecosystem, what makes its tokenomics stand out, how it's gaining traction with institutional players, and why users might care about staking it today.From governance mechanics to real DeFi utility, this is the ENA deep dive you’ve been waiting for.

In this episode of *Blockchain Bylines*, host Nic Cary sits down with Rene Reinsberg, Co-Founder and President of Celo, to explore how the mobile-first blockchain is delivering real-world financial tools, especially in emerging markets. From stablecoins and identity solutions to developer grants and governance, this conversation is packed with insight into how Celo is powering a new generation of applications for everyday users around the globe.Rene also breaks down how CELO’s tokenomics have evolved since becoming an Ethereum Layer 2, and what makes the project a unique fit for those who believe in crypto beyond speculation. CELO is available in the Blockchain.com Wallet, download the app to explore and trade CELO today: https://bcdc.onelink.me/Q9T6/gugbvo7i

In this episode of Blockchain Bylines, Nic Cary is joined by Shaw Walters, founder of Eliza Labs, to go deep into the chaotic and thrilling frontlines of the AI gold rush. From meme-shilling bots to life enhancing agents, Shaw has seen it all, and built the tools behind it.Forget abstract theory, this is what mass adoption actually looks like. Shaw unpacks why open-source matters more than ever, how crypto wallets are enabling a new class of autonomous AI, and what he expects (and fears) as AI rapidly evolves.

In this episode of Blockchain Bylines, Richard Muirhead, Co-founder of web3 venture capital firm Fabric Ventures, joins us to explore the evolving landscape of AI through the lens of VC. In this wide ranging conversation, Richard shares what early stage AI investment is like these days, what value has gone unexplored in the AI space, the philosophy of ownership in AI, what regulators are getting wrong and much more.We unpack the limits of SaaS, the next computing interface shift, and why decentralized privacy and tokenized incentives could power the next generation of AI applications.

Welcome to the next era of stablecoins. In this episode, we’re joined by Andrew MacKenzie, founder of Agant, the company behind GBPA, to unpack the rising influence of stablecoins in crypto, fintech, and global finance. From daily use cases to geopolitical implications, this is your essential guide to understanding why stablecoins matter right now and how they could shape the future of money.We cover:- What stablecoins are - Where stablecoins fit in the crypto ecosystem- Real-world adoption by companies and platforms- Private sector vs public sector innovations and how stablecoins stack up against CBDCs- The role of central banks - The story behind Agant and building a digital GBPand more...

He launched the first open ended Bitcoin fund in the world, and now, Yves Choueifaty isn’t holding back. In this episode of Blockchain Byliens, the TOBAM CEO breaks down why Bitcoin is “the simplest asset in the world,” why he thinks Ethereum will go to 0, and what most people misunderstand about BTC.From the history of the European Central Bank to nation states acquiring Bitcoin and the future of regulation in Europe, Yves brings the sharp perspective of a traditional asset manager and early crypto pioneer.Whether you’re a Bitcoin maxi or just starting to question the financial system, this one will make you think twice.

David Johnston, a pioneer in decentralized applications, and Bowen Belmer, an advocate for free access to intelligence, discuss a future where you can own your own AI. They explore the philosophy behind decentralized intelligence, emphasizing the rise of personal AI agents that empower users. The conversation covers the transformative potential of an agentic economy and community-driven innovations within Morpheus, as well as the intriguing tokenomics and governance that underpin this decentralized framework.

In this special episode of 'Blockchain Bylines,' Nicolas Carey, Co-Founder and Vice Chairman of Blockchain.com, hosts Bitcoin maxi Susie Violet Ward, Co-Founder and CEO of Bitcoin Policy UK, to debate essential topics including institutions getting involved in crypto, the regulatory landscape in the UK, whether memecoins have a place in the market and more.