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Leviathan News
Leviathan News is your go-to source for breaking news and insights in the DeFi space.
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May 16, 2024 • 1h 15min
Aave's Ambitious 2030 Plan w/ Stani Kulechov and Emilio Frangella
In this expansive episode of Leviathan News, hosts dive into the ambitious future plans for Aave, one of the leading DeFi platforms. Special guests Stani and Emilio from Aave Labs discuss the rollout of Aave 2030 and the development of Aave V4, highlighting how these initiatives aim to innovate and expand the platform's capabilities. The conversation explores Aave's growth, its strategic focus on institutional adoption, integration with real-world assets (RWAs), and the potential for cross-chain liquidity. Emilio sheds light on the evolution of Aave's interest rate models, emphasizing the move towards more predictive and efficient mechanisms. Stani elaborates on Aave's vision for becoming a fundamental part of the financial infrastructure, accessible to all, implying how DeFi might influence the future of finance. This episode offers a deep dive into the technical advancements and strategic decisions shaping Aave's future and the broader DeFi ecosystem.
00:00 Welcome to Leviathan News: A Dive into DeFi's Future
00:48 Introducing Aave's Ambitious Plans: Aave 2030 and V4
01:50 Aave's Evolution: From V3 to V4 and Beyond
05:26 The Dominance of Aave in the DeFi Space
06:33 Innovation and Competition: Aave's Strategy for Growth
08:55 Aave's Market Structure and Response to DeFi Challenges
11:46 Exploring Aave 2030 and V4: A New Era for DeFi
22:30 The Technical Vision Behind Aave V4 and Aave Chain
33:22 Building Aave Network: Challenges and Opportunities
39:58 The Role of Go in Aave's Future
40:59 Exploring the Scalability of Go Stablecoin
42:19 The Future of Go: Diverse Generation Mechanisms
44:56 Anticipating the Impact of Aave V4 on Go
47:25 Innovating with Fuzzy Controlled Interest Rates
56:31 The Evolution of Aave: From Lend to Leading DeFi
58:39 Institutional Adoption and the Future of DeFi
01:03:48 The Potential of Bitcoin and Wrapped Assets in DeFi
01:11:47 Envisioning Aave's Role in the Future of Finance

May 16, 2024 • 43min
Leviathan Livestream! Dan From Rysk

May 10, 2024 • 1h 15min
Llama Party feat. EYWA
This extensive interview features Faraj, a co-founder of EYWA, discussing their innovative approach to decentralized cross-chain bridge technology and their journey within the DeFi ecosystem. Starting with EYWA origins and development after a hackathon in 2021, to raising a significant seed round amidst the crypto winter and refining their technology to enhance security and efficiency across blockchains. Faraj delves into EYWA consensus bridge idea, designed to mitigate risks by allowing transactions to be secured by multiple bridges simultaneously, representing a new paradigm in cross-chain communication security. Additionally, the discussion goes into EYWA governance, tokenomics, and the potential for revolutionizing liquidity and asset management in DeFi. The episode also examines EYWA strategic choice of Phantom as their hub chain, despite some market fluctuations, appreciating its technical merits and DeFi-friendly environment. The show wraps up with an invitation to the audience to engage with EYWA, participate in airdrops, and explore partnerships, highlighting upcoming appearances at blockchain events.
00:00 Welcome and Introduction to Today's Special Guest
00:18 Discovering Eywa: The Genesis of a Futuristic Protocol
00:53 Deep Dive into Eywa's Vision and Technology
02:40 The Inspiration Behind Eywa's Name and Mission
04:43 Ewa's Funding Journey and the Crypto Winter Challenge
09:17 Building on Curve: Strategy, Challenges, and Innovations
12:29 Cross-Chain Liquidity and the Future of DeFi with Eywa
19:20 Ewa's Integration with Curve: Technical Insights and Future Plans
33:58 Ewa's Achievements and Future Aspirations
40:00 Showcasing CurveX at Paris Blockchain Week
40:52 Defending DeFi's Potential in Finance
42:15 The Power of Open Source in DeFi
44:00 Tim Draper's Influence and Vision for Bitcoin
47:52 Building a More Secure DeFi Ecosystem
49:37 Cross-Chain Solutions and Consensus Bridges
55:10 The Future of Eywa and Cross-Chain DeFi
59:30 Exploring Phantom's Unique Position in DeFi
01:05:12 Target Audience and Use Cases for Eywa
01:11:25 Closing Remarks and Future Engagements

May 9, 2024 • 53min
Umami DAO Branches out to Bonsai
Navigating DeFi Landscapes: A Transition from Umami to Bonsai DAO
This comprehensive conversation touches upon personal experiences and major developments within the DeFi space, including fond recollections of vacations, reflections on recent sports events, and a detailed discussion on the aftermath of the Luna collapse, its impact on personal investments, and the broader DeFi community. Clones Cody joins as today's guest, sharing insights into the DeFi advisory landscape, the evolution of Umami DAO, and its strategic rebranding to Bonsai DAO. The dialogue traverses through the intricacies of launching innovative DeFi projects, the transition strategy from Umami to Bonsai, and the future ambitions of the newly branded DAO. It dives deep into the technical and conceptual frameworks behind their upcoming projects, emphasizing permissionless lending and smart account functionalities. Listeners are offered a peek into the successes and ongoing plans of Umami and Bonsai DAO, underscoring community engagement, upcoming product developments, and the importance of evolving tokenomics to sustain growth and interest within the DeFi ecosystem.
00:00 Kicking Off with Casual Banter and Updates
01:08 Introducing Today's Guest and the Main Discussion Topics
01:43 Reflecting on the Luna Collapse Anniversary and Personal Crypto Journeys
03:41 Deep Dive into the Terraform Labs Saga and Do Kwon's Legal Troubles
06:51 Exploring the Impact of Luna's Collapse on DeFi and Abracadabra's Survival
12:17 FTX's Collapse and the Aftermath: Legal and Financial Repercussions
16:28 The Mysterious Case of Sam Trabucco and FTX's Unresolved Mysteries
20:48 Crypto's Partisan Divide and Regulatory Challenges in the US
22:00 Crypto for Everyone: A Warm Welcome
22:17 Reflecting on Terra Luna's Anniversary
22:48 The Aftermath of Terra Luna and Market Reflections
24:07 Moving Forward: The Introduction of ETFs and Market Recovery
25:15 Umami DAO's Evolution and Bonsai MetaDAO Introduction
27:39 Innovations in Yield Generation and DeFi Strategies
30:45 Expanding the Ecosystem: New Projects and Directions
33:12 Adopting a Venture Studio Model for DAOs
39:18 The Aladdin DAO Experience: Lessons and Insights
49:38 Umami to Bonsai: Migration Process and Future Plans

May 9, 2024 • 1h 19min
draper, Crypto's Shadowy Super Marketer
We're joined by draper - probably the best marketer in the space (ok, just DAdvisoor's opinion) - to talk about marketing in general, in the crypto space, and what defi studio MOM is up to with Yearn, Ajna and other projects they're building.

May 8, 2024 • 53min
A New Product By Asymmetry?! ("Highest Yield, Most Liquid")
The Asymmetry Finance team join us to discuss their new product launch - afCVX!
Hannah and Justin From Asymmetry and Kmets and Cryptovestor from Aladdin DAO and Clever join DAdvisoor to talk about tis new product, harnessing the power of Clever at the use of Asymmetry's new product - afCVX

May 8, 2024 • 1h 22min
Llama Party feat. Alan of Railgun
Curve Cap and DAdvisoor are joined by Alan of Railgun to discuss the importance of privacy and it being a right we should remember to keep, and how to try doing so.

May 7, 2024 • 1h 41min
Onchain Options and Lyra v2 with α-cen
α-cen from Lyra is on to discuss options in general, onchain options and what new features and possibilities the new Lyra v2 brings to the table.

May 7, 2024 • 1h 5min
Why Are We Poor Again? - Leviathan News Weekly Panel ep. 4
The Leviathan News panel assembles again on a Thursday to discuss markets, EIGEN announcement and reactions, Aave v4, Friend Tech anticipated v2 and airdrop, CZ and a lot more!
Millie, amplice, Colin Platt and DAdvisoor are on to talk about weekly events in the crypto industry and community.

Apr 30, 2024 • 1h 13min
Eigenlayer Airdrop Announcement, E-Beggars Big Mad!
Sam, DeFi Advisoor and Waj talk about the Eigenlayer airdrop and its reception.
Navigating the Future of Crypto: Investment Strategies and DeFi Trends
This script provides a comprehensive exploration of the DeFi and cryptocurrency landscape, focusing on investment strategies, market trends, governance, and future predictions for various projects and tokens. It covers essential aspects like the significance of airdrops, the impact of regulatory changes, and the importance of governance in DeFi spaces. The discussion extends to personal investment perspectives, highlighting the importance of mental health, risk management, and opportunities like copy trading dApps and revenue-sharing projects. It offers a nuanced view on the utility, value, and future potential of major tokens like Ethereum, Bitcoin, and others, encouraging investors to consider revenue generation methods like staking and liquidity provision. The script combines in-depth analysis with practical advice for both seasoned and new investors, reflecting on the volatile nature of the crypto market and the exciting opportunities it presents.
00:00 Welcome to Leviathan News: Vacation Announcement & Sports Talk
03:14 DeFi and Crypto: Comparing Teams to Cryptocurrencies
04:26 Eigenlayer Airdrop Analysis: Expectations vs. Reality
08:27 Navigating Airdrop Confusion: The Community's Reaction
15:01 The Future of Token Vesting and Launch Strategies
34:10 Airdrop Aftermath: Market Reactions and Predictions
39:28 Deciphering Tokenomics and Staking Rewards
40:22 Unlocking the Mysteries of Token Lockups
40:47 Navigating the Complex World of Crypto Shorting
41:21 Anticipating Airdrops and Version Updates
42:17 Exploring the Impact of Market Cap on Token Prices
49:02 The Excitement and Innovations in Airdrops
53:11 DeFi Projects: A Deep Dive into Performance and Potential
59:23 The Debate on Crypto Investment Strategies
01:12:26 Wrapping Up: A Look Ahead and Personal Investment Philosophies