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Lightspeed is a podcast for those interested in how crypto can solve real problems and create products users love. It's a callback to the garage days of Silicon Valley, where builders pushed the limits of hardware and software to build world-changing products. We interview the projects and founders that will make this same impact today.

  1. VOR 5 STD.

    Do Buybacks Make Sense? | Lucas Bruder

    Gm! We're back with Lucas from Jito to break down the new IBRL dashboard on Solana validator behavior. We also dive into token buybacks versus growth, governance design, and more. Enjoy! -- Follow Lightspeed: ⁠https://twitter.com/Lightspeedpodhq⁠ Follow Jito Labs: https://x.com/jito_labs Follow Lucas Bruder: https://x.com/buffalu__?lang=en Follow Carlos: https://x.com/0xcarlosg Follow Danny: https://x.com/defi_kay_ Join the Lightspeed Telegram: ⁠https://t.me/+QUl_ZOj2nMJlZTEx⁠ -- Sablier is the leading onchain token distribution protocol — now on Solana. Trusted by top crypto teams, Sablier automates airdrops and vesting onchain, securely and transparently. Start in seconds at sablier.com. -- Get top market insights and the latest in crypto news. Subscribe to Blockworks Daily Newsletter: https://blockworks.co/newsletter/ -- Timestamps: (0:00) Introduction (2:21) IBRL Dashboard (9:58) Submitting Transactions (17:51) Social Shaming Validators (20:46) Sablier Ad (21:14) Limitations of Cutting Swap Times (28:17) Refining the IBRL Dashboard (32:05) Sablier Ad (32:34) Do Buybacks Actually Work? (41:14) Could Jito Adopt Futarchy Based Governance? (47:00) The Equity and Token Relationship (49:18) Price Discovery and Market Structure (55:23) Centralized Exchanges in 2026 (58:11) 2026 Predictions (1:01:25) Closing Comments -- Disclaimers: Lightspeed was kickstarted by a grant from the Solana Foundation. Nothing said on Lightspeed is a recommendation to buy or sell securities or tokens. This podcast is for informational purposes only, and any views expressed by anyone on the show are solely our opinions, not financial advice. Danny, and our guests may hold positions in the companies, funds, or projects discussed.

    1 Std. 3 Min.

  2. VOR 1 TAG

    Where To Allocate In 2026 | Matty Taylor

    Gm! We're back with Matty Taylor to unpack what's next for Colosseum in 2026. We deep dive into where Matty sees the most opportunity right now, crypto token vs equity problem, token buybacks, Solana DeFi and more. Enjoy! -- Follow Matty: https://twitter.com/mattytay Follow Danny: https://x.com/defi_kay_ Follow Lightspeed: ⁠https://twitter.com/Lightspeedpodhq⁠ Join the Lightspeed Telegram: ⁠https://t.me/+QUl_ZOj2nMJlZTEx⁠ -- PFOF on Solana: https://x.com/bqbrady/status/2005661528096436394 -- peaq, the Machine Economy Computer, proudly sponsors the Lightspeed podcast. peaq is home to 60+ apps across 20+ industries and millions of devices, machines, and onchain robots. It powers the world’s first tokenized robo-farm, launching soon in Hong Kong, and has launched the Machine Economy Free Zone in Dubai as a Web3 x Robotics x AI innovation hub. For more about peaq, check out www.peaq.xyz -- Sablier is the leading onchain token distribution protocol — now on Solana. Trusted by top crypto teams, Sablier automates airdrops and vesting onchain, securely and transparently. Start in seconds at sablier.com. -- Get top market insights and the latest in crypto news. Subscribe to Blockworks Daily Newsletter: ⁠https://blockworks.co/newsletter/⁠ -- (00:00) Introduction (05:21) The Colosseum Model (12:55) Colosseum’s Accelerator Cohort 4 (16:02) Peaq Ad (16:28) Sablier Ad (16:57) Where To Allocate In 2026? (23:51) How To Fix Crypto’s Token Problem (38:05) The Best Way To Launch A Token (48:06) Peaq Ad (48:32) Sablier Ad (49:00) Token Buybacks (52:05) Solana DeFi In 2026 -- Disclaimers: Lightspeed was kickstarted by a grant from the Solana Foundation. Nothing said on Lightspeed is a recommendation to buy or sell securities or tokens. This podcast is for informational purposes only, and any views expressed by anyone on the show are solely our opinions, not financial advice. Danny, and our guests may hold positions in the companies, funds, or projects discussed.

    1 Std. 1 Min.

  3. 1. JAN.

    What's Next For Solana In 2026?

    Gm! We're back with Carlos for another weekly roundup. This week we discuss recent SOL ETF inflows, payment for order flow on Solana, why JitoSOL is losing market share, our 2026 predictions & more. Enjoy! -- Follow Carlos: https://x.com/0xcarlosg Follow Danny: https://x.com/defi_kay_ Follow Lightspeed: ⁠https://twitter.com/Lightspeedpodhq⁠ Join the Lightspeed Telegram: ⁠https://t.me/+QUl_ZOj2nMJlZTEx⁠ -- PFOF on Solana: https://x.com/bqbrady/status/2005661528096436394 -- peaq, the Machine Economy Computer, proudly sponsors the Lightspeed podcast. peaq is home to 60+ apps across 20+ industries and millions of devices, machines, and onchain robots. It powers the world’s first tokenized robo-farm, launching soon in Hong Kong, and has launched the Machine Economy Free Zone in Dubai as a Web3 x Robotics x AI innovation hub. For more about peaq, check out www.peaq.xyz -- Sablier is the leading onchain token distribution protocol — now on Solana. Trusted by top crypto teams, Sablier automates airdrops and vesting onchain, securely and transparently. Start in seconds at sablier.com. -- Get top market insights and the latest in crypto news. Subscribe to Blockworks Daily Newsletter: ⁠https://blockworks.co/newsletter/⁠ -- (00:00) Introduction (01:01) Solana ETF Flows (09:32) Peaq Ad (09:58) Sablier Ad (10:27) Payment For Order Flow On Solana (19:20) Axiom’s Revenue Model (30:38) Predictions In 2026 (47:31) Peaq Ad (47:57) Sablier Ad (48:25) Why Is JitoSOL Losing Market Share? -- Disclaimers: Lightspeed was kickstarted by a grant from the Solana Foundation. Nothing said on Lightspeed is a recommendation to buy or sell securities or tokens. This podcast is for informational purposes only, and any views expressed by anyone on the show are solely our opinions, not financial advice. Danny, and our guests may hold positions in the companies, funds, or projects discussed.

    1 Std. 6 Min.

  4. 30.12.2025

    What's Next For Crypto In 2026 | Kairos Research

    Gm! We're back with Teddy and Ian at Kairos Research for a discussion on what to expect heading into 2026. We deep dive into the behind the scenes of running a validator, Solana's inflation dynamics, the perps opportunity, are token buybacks actually positive & more. Enjoy! -- Follow Ian: https://x.com/Ian_Unsworth Follow Teddy: https://x.com/Teddy_oost Follow Danny: https://x.com/defi_kay_ Follow Lightspeed: ⁠https://twitter.com/Lightspeedpodhq⁠ Join the Lightspeed Telegram: ⁠https://t.me/+QUl_ZOj2nMJlZTEx⁠ -- peaq, the Machine Economy Computer, proudly sponsors the Lightspeed podcast. peaq is home to 60+ apps across 20+ industries and millions of devices, machines, and onchain robots. It powers the world’s first tokenized robo-farm, launching soon in Hong Kong, and has launched the Machine Economy Free Zone in Dubai as a Web3 x Robotics x AI innovation hub. For more about peaq, check out www.peaq.xyz -- Sablier is the leading onchain token distribution protocol — now on Solana. Trusted by top crypto teams, Sablier automates airdrops and vesting onchain, securely and transparently. Start in seconds at sablier.com. -- Get top market insights and the latest in crypto news. Subscribe to Blockworks Daily Newsletter: ⁠https://blockworks.co/newsletter/⁠ -- (00:00) Introduction (02:15) Running A Validator (14:18) Peaq Ad (14:44) Sablier Ad (15:12) Solana’s Inflation Rate (21:35) Crypto In 2026 (28:23) The Path Forward For Pump Fun (35:59) Lighter vs Hyperliquid (45:26) Token Buybacks (52:32) Peaq Ad (52:58) Sablier Ad (53:27) The Hyperliquid Stablecoin Strategy (57:26) Solana Perps In 2026 -- Disclaimers: Lightspeed was kickstarted by a grant from the Solana Foundation. Nothing said on Lightspeed is a recommendation to buy or sell securities or tokens. This podcast is for informational purposes only, and any views expressed by anyone on the show are solely our opinions, not financial advice. Danny, and our guests may hold positions in the companies, funds, or projects discussed.

    1 Std. 10 Min.

  5. 26.12.2025

    How To Fix Crypto's Token Dilemma

    Gm! We're back with Dan & Carlos for our final roundup of the year. We deep dive into the current DEX landscape, crypto's token vs equity dilemma, prop AMMs, onchain equities & more. Enjoy! -- Follow Dan: https://x.com/smyyguy Follow Danny: https://x.com/defi_kay_ Follow Lightspeed: ⁠https://twitter.com/Lightspeedpodhq⁠ Join the Lightspeed Telegram: ⁠https://t.me/+QUl_ZOj2nMJlZTEx⁠ -- peaq, the Machine Economy Computer, proudly sponsors the Lightspeed podcast. peaq is home to 60+ apps across 20+ industries and millions of devices, machines, and onchain robots. It powers the world’s first tokenized robo-farm, launching soon in Hong Kong, and has launched the Machine Economy Free Zone in Dubai as a Web3 x Robotics x AI innovation hub. For more about peaq, check out www.peaq.xyz -- Sablier is the leading onchain token distribution protocol — now on Solana. Trusted by top crypto teams, Sablier automates airdrops and vesting onchain, securely and transparently. Start in seconds at sablier.com. -- Get top market insights and the latest in crypto news. Subscribe to Blockworks Daily Newsletter: ⁠https://blockworks.co/newsletter/⁠ -- (00:00) Introduction (01:02) The State of Prop AMMs (11:55) Peaq Ad (12:21) Sablier Ad (12:50) How To Build A Moat In Crypto? (22:56) Crypto’s Token Dilemma (44:36) Peaq Ad (45:03) Sablier Ad (45:31) Onchain Equities -- Disclaimers: Lightspeed was kickstarted by a grant from the Solana Foundation. Nothing said on Lightspeed is a recommendation to buy or sell securities or tokens. This podcast is for informational purposes only, and any views expressed by anyone on the show are solely our opinions, not financial advice. Danny, and our guests may hold positions in the companies, funds, or projects discussed.

    1 Std. 4 Min.

  6. 23.12.2025

    How Kamino Became Solana's Largest Lending Protocol | Marius Ciubotariu

    Gm! We're back with Marius Ciubotariu to discuss the recent Kamino product launches as we head into 2026. We deep dive into the DeFi lending flywheel, how Kamino became Solana's largest borrow/lend protocol, growth in 2026 & more. Enjoy! -- Follow Marius: https://x.com/y2kappa Follow Danny: https://x.com/defi_kay_ Follow Lightspeed: ⁠https://twitter.com/Lightspeedpodhq⁠ Join the Lightspeed Telegram: ⁠https://t.me/+QUl_ZOj2nMJlZTEx⁠ -- peaq, the Machine Economy Computer, proudly sponsors the Lightspeed podcast. peaq is home to 60+ apps across 20+ industries and millions of devices, machines, and onchain robots. It powers the world’s first tokenized robo-farm, launching soon in Hong Kong, and has launched the Machine Economy Free Zone in Dubai as a Web3 x Robotics x AI innovation hub. For more about peaq, check out www.peaq.xyz -- Sablier is the leading onchain token distribution protocol — now on Solana. Trusted by top crypto teams, Sablier automates airdrops and vesting onchain, securely and transparently. Start in seconds at sablier.com. -- Get top market insights and the latest in crypto news. Subscribe to Blockworks Daily Newsletter: ⁠https://blockworks.co/newsletter/⁠ -- (00:00) Introduction (03:46) Becoming Solana’s Largest Borrow/Lend Protocol (09:07) Assets on Kamino (14:24) Peaq Ad (14:50) Sablier Ad (15:18) Kamino’s New Product Launches (32:21) Kamino Private Credit (37:56) Peaq Ad (38:21) Sablier Ad (38:50) Prop AMMs (40:12) Builder Kits (42:14) Kamino’s Growth in 2026 (50:22) Token Value Accrual -- Disclaimers: Lightspeed was kickstarted by a grant from the Solana Foundation. Nothing said on Lightspeed is a recommendation to buy or sell securities or tokens. This podcast is for informational purposes only, and any views expressed by anyone on the show are solely our opinions, not financial advice. Danny, and our guests may hold positions in the companies, funds, or projects discussed.

    54 Min.

  7. 18.12.2025

    Solana's Biggest Opportunity In 2026 | Dan Smith

    Gm! We're back with Dan Smith to discuss the latest happening in the Solana ecosystem. We deep dive into the new Lightspeed investor relations platform, takeaways from Breakpoint, the rise of prop AMMs & more. Enjoy! -- Follow Dan: https://x.com/smyyguy Follow Danny: https://x.com/defi_kay_ Follow Lightspeed: ⁠https://twitter.com/Lightspeedpodhq⁠ Join the Lightspeed Telegram: ⁠https://t.me/+QUl_ZOj2nMJlZTEx⁠ -- To find out more about the Lightspeed platform: https://x.com/Blockworks_/status/1999110569186701349 -- peaq, the Machine Economy Computer, proudly sponsors the Lightspeed podcast. peaq is home to 60+ apps across 20+ industries and millions of devices, machines, and onchain robots. It powers the world’s first tokenized robo-farm, launching soon in Hong Kong, and has launched the Machine Economy Free Zone in Dubai as a Web3 x Robotics x AI innovation hub. For more about peaq, check out www.peaq.xyz -- Sablier is the leading onchain token distribution protocol — now on Solana. Trusted by top crypto teams, Sablier automates airdrops and vesting onchain, securely and transparently. Start in seconds at sablier.com. -- Get top market insights and the latest in crypto news. Subscribe to Blockworks Daily Newsletter: ⁠https://blockworks.co/newsletter/⁠ -- (00:00) Introduction (02:22) The Lightspeed Investor Platform (09:59) Peaq Ad (10:25) Sablier Ad (10:54) Takeaways From Breakpoint (19:20) Can Solana Become The Everything Chain? (28:57) Token Value & Acquiring (40:37) Peaq Ad (41:02) Sablier Ad (41:31) Prop AMMs -- Disclaimers: Lightspeed was kickstarted by a grant from the Solana Foundation. Nothing said on Lightspeed is a recommendation to buy or sell securities or tokens. This podcast is for informational purposes only, and any views expressed by anyone on the show are solely our opinions, not financial advice. Danny, and our guests may hold positions in the companies, funds, or projects discussed.

    1 Std. 3 Min.

  8. 16.12.2025

    How Hylo Is Accelerating Solana DeFi In 2026 | Plish

    Gm! We're back with Plish to discuss Hylo and their riadmap heading into 2026. We deep dive into the Hylo origin story, how Hylo became Solana's highest yielding stablecoin, risk management during liquidation events, SOL's inflation rate & more. Enjoy! -- Follow Plish: https://x.com/0xPlish Follow Danny: https://x.com/defi_kay_ Follow Lightspeed: ⁠https://twitter.com/Lightspeedpodhq⁠ Join the Lightspeed Telegram: ⁠https://t.me/+QUl_ZOj2nMJlZTEx⁠ -- peaq, the Machine Economy Computer, proudly sponsors the Lightspeed podcast. peaq is home to 60+ apps across 20+ industries and millions of devices, machines, and onchain robots. It powers the world’s first tokenized robo-farm, launching soon in Hong Kong, and has launched the Machine Economy Free Zone in Dubai as a Web3 x Robotics x AI innovation hub. For more about peaq, check out www.peaq.xyz -- Sablier is the leading onchain token distribution protocol — now on Solana. Trusted by top crypto teams, Sablier automates airdrops and vesting onchain, securely and transparently. Start in seconds at sablier.com. -- Get top market insights and the latest in crypto news. Subscribe to Blockworks Daily Newsletter: ⁠https://blockworks.co/newsletter/⁠ -- (00:00) Introduction (03:38) The Hylo Origin Story (10:58) Peaq Ad (11:24) Sablier Ad (11:52) Risk Management During Market Sell Off’s (16:23) Hylo’s Go To Market Strategy (22:39) Hylo’s Points System (32:16) Hylo’s Roadmap In 2026 (42:46) SOL’s Inflation Rate (43:12) Peaq Ad (43:40) Sablier Ad (46:41) Solana In 2026 -- Disclaimers: Lightspeed was kickstarted by a grant from the Solana Foundation. Nothing said on Lightspeed is a recommendation to buy or sell securities or tokens. This podcast is for informational purposes only, and any views expressed by anyone on the show are solely our opinions, not financial advice. Danny, and our guests may hold positions in the companies, funds, or projects discussed.

    55 Min.
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Lightspeed is a podcast for those interested in how crypto can solve real problems and create products users love. It's a callback to the garage days of Silicon Valley, where builders pushed the limits of hardware and software to build world-changing products. We interview the projects and founders that will make this same impact today.

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    2023 - 2026
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