Expansion

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Expansion Podcast

The podcast on Modular. Exploring a refreshed vision for building in crypto. Expansion is a podcast exploring the intersection of modular blockchain design and abundant blockspace. We’ll bring on the leading voices from the modular ecosystem to discuss blockchain design, specialization, applications, and the possibilities that cheap, secure blockspace unlocks.

  1. 2 DAYS AGO

    Rethinking Ethereum's Block Building: CommitBoost, Inclusion Lists, and Pre-Confirmations | Drew Van der Werff

    In this episode, we dive deep into the future of Ethereum's infrastructure with Drew from CommitBoost. We unpack how CommitBoost aims to change Ethereum's block building process, potentially solving long-standing issues of censorship resistance and transaction efficiency. We unpack the concepts of inclusion lists and pre-confirmations, and how they could transform crypto. Thanks for tuning in! - - Follow Drew: https://x.com/drewvdw Follow Rex: https://x.com/LogarithmicRex Follow nosleepjon: https://x.com/nosleepjon Follow Expansion: https://x.com/ExpansionPod_ Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@expansionpod Subscribe on Apple: http://apple.co/4bGKYYM Subscribe on Spotify: http://spoti.fi/3Vaubq1 Get top market insights and the latest in crypto news. Subscribe to Blockworks Daily Newsletter: https://blockworks.co/newsletter/ -- Join us at Permissionless III Oct 9-11. Use code: EXPANSION10 for a 10% discount: https://blockworks.co/event/permissionless-iii -- Timestamps: (00:00) Introduction (01:17) MEV Boost Overview (13:26) End Game of Ethereum Infra (16:57) Permissionless III Ad (18:29) Designing Public Goods in Ethereum (24:01) Designing Commitments (32:32) Inclusion List Implications (38:47) Credible Neutrality Implications (50:44) Opt In Requirements - - Disclaimer Expansion was kickstarted by a grant from the Celestia Foundation. Nothing said on Expansion 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. Rex, Jon, and our guests may hold positions in the companies, funds, or projects discussed.

    1h 4m

  2. 6 DAYS AGO

    Is Low Data Demand Crypto's Biggest Blind Spot? | Roundup (Ft. Sunny Aggarwal)

    In this episode, we dive deep into the world of cross-chain trading with Sunny, co-founder of Osmosis, who unpacks their latest product Polaris. We then move on to explore the implications of Succinct's ZK rollup solution for Optimism and unpack Eigen DA's revealing data on blockchain capacity. The conversation then shifts to Coinbase's launch of cbBTC and its potential impact on Bitcoin in DeFi. Thanks for tuning in! - - Follow Sunny: https://x.com/sunnya97 Follow Rex: https://x.com/LogarithmicRex Follow nosleepjon: https://x.com/nosleepjon Follow Expansion: https://x.com/ExpansionPod_ Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@expansionpod Subscribe on Apple: http://apple.co/4bGKYYM Subscribe on Spotify: http://spoti.fi/3Vaubq1 Get top market insights and the latest in crypto news. Subscribe to Blockworks Daily Newsletter: https://blockworks.co/newsletter/ -- Join us at Permissionless III Oct 9-11. Use code: EXPANSION10 for a 10% discount: https://blockworks.co/event/permissionless-iii -- Timestamps: (00:00) Introduction (00:53) Trading Tokens from Anywhere (17:18) Perils of Offchain Functions (30:05) Permissionless III Ad (31:37) Succint Solves ZK Rollups (38:58) Demand for DA (50:30) cbBTC Launch - - Disclaimer Expansion was kickstarted by a grant from the Celestia Foundation. Nothing said on Expansion 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. Rex, Jon, and our guests may hold positions in the companies, funds, or projects discussed.

    60 min

  3. SEP 11

    Why All Blockchains Are Converging on Sharding | Avi Zurlo, Nil Foundation

    In this episode, we dive deep into the latest in scalability with Avi Zurlo from the Nil Foundation. We unpack sharding, its application in blockchain, and how it differs from traditional rollup solutions. Avi breaks down the complexities of ZK sharding, discusses the challenges of interoperability in a sharded system, and compares different approaches to scaling blockchains. The conversation also touches on the future of global shared state machines and the potential impact of sharding on developer experiences and application design. - - Follow Avi: https://x.com/avizurlo Follow Rex: https://x.com/LogarithmicRex Follow nosleepjon: https://x.com/nosleepjon Follow Expansion: https://x.com/ExpansionPod_ Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@expansionpod Subscribe on Apple: http://apple.co/4bGKYYM Subscribe on Spotify: http://spoti.fi/3Vaubq1 Get top market insights and the latest in crypto news. Subscribe to Blockworks Daily Newsletter: https://blockworks.co/newsletter/ -- Join us at Permissionless III Oct 9-11. Use code: EXPANSION10 for a 10% discount: https://blockworks.co/event/permissionless-iii -- Timestamps: (00:00) Introduction (01:24) What is Sharding? (11:59) Evolution of Rollup Roadmap (24:58) Permissionless III Ad (26:30) VMs & Scalability (31:58) Is a Globally Shared State Machine Real? (41:53) Fee Market Design of Sharded Systems (44:34) DA vs Sharding - - Disclaimer Expansion was kickstarted by a grant from the Celestia Foundation. Nothing said on Expansion 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. Rex, Jon, and our guests may hold positions in the companies, funds, or projects discussed.

    56 min

  4. SEP 7

    Is Crypto Twitter's Degradation an Existential Crisis? | Roundup

    In today's roundup we explore Celestia's 1GB block roadmap and Arbitrum's Stylus launch. We also unpack the controversy surrounding NEAR Protocol's publicity stunt and debate the ethics of "vape-to-earn" projects. Finally, we examine how Japanese banks are testing stablecoin transfers and what this means for institutional adoption. Enjoy! - - Follow Rex: https://x.com/LogarithmicRex Follow nosleepjon: https://x.com/nosleepjon Follow Expansion: https://x.com/ExpansionPod_ Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@expansionpod Subscribe on Apple: http://apple.co/4bGKYYM Subscribe on Spotify: http://spoti.fi/3Vaubq1 Get top market insights and the latest in crypto news. Subscribe to Blockworks Daily Newsletter: https://blockworks.co/newsletter/ -- Join us at Permissionless III Oct 9-11. Use code: EXPANSION10 for a 10% discount: https://blockworks.co/event/permissionless-iii -- Timestamps: (00:00) Introduction (01:09) Celestia Roadmap 1GB Blocks (07:04) Arbitrum Stylus Launch (14:29) Permissionless III Ad (16:01) Are We Building the Same Thing? (23:22) Is Crypto Twitter Dead? (29:35) Trump Aave Fork (36:08) Near Blockchain Hack (45:18) Vape to Earn (50:57) Japan Banks Cross Border Stablecoin Transfer - - Disclaimer Expansion was kickstarted by a grant from the Celestia Foundation. Nothing said on Expansion 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. Rex, Jon, and our guests may hold positions in the companies, funds, or projects discussed.

    1h 1m

  5. SEP 4

    Are L1s and L2s Converging? Eclipse & Astria on Crypto's Scaling Future | Terry & Josh

    In this episode, we dive deep into L2 scaling architecture with Josh from Astria and Terry from Eclipse. They explore the intricacies of shared sequencing, data availability, and the evolving landscape of L1 and L2 solutions. They unpack the technical challenges of decentralization, the role of Celestia, and the innovative approaches both projects are taking to create more efficient and scalable systems. From MEV capture to bridging solutions, this episode is a must listen! - - Follow Terry: https://x.com/0xtaetaehoho Follow Josh: https://x.com/Jskybowen Follow Rex: https://x.com/LogarithmicRex Follow nosleepjon: https://x.com/nosleepjon Follow Expansion: https://x.com/ExpansionPod_ Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@expansionpod Subscribe on Apple: http://apple.co/4bGKYYM Subscribe on Spotify: http://spoti.fi/3Vaubq1 Get top market insights and the latest in crypto news. Subscribe to Blockworks Daily Newsletter: https://blockworks.co/newsletter/ -- Join us at Permissionless III Oct 9-11. Use code: EXPANSION10 for a 10% discount: https://blockworks.co/event/permissionless-iii -- Timestamps: (00:00) Introduction (01:46) Astria & Eclipse Builds (12:54) What is Settlement? (19:32) Permissionless III Ad (21:04) Decentralization Sequencer Spectrum (35:53) Incentives for Shared Sequencing (53:31) Based Sequencing Paradigm (58:02) Builder Pitch (1:03:29) Is DA a Commodity - - Disclaimer Expansion was kickstarted by a grant from the Celestia Foundation. Nothing said on Expansion 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. Rex, Jon, and our guests may hold positions in the companies, funds, or projects discussed.

    1h 17m

  6. AUG 31

    What Goes Wrong with Crypto Rebrands & Who Will Win Crypto Scaling | Roundup

    In this week's Expansion roundup, Jon and Rex dissect the pitfalls of crypto rebranding, centered on MakerDAO's controversial shift to Sky Network. They explore why such moves often backfire and what it means for project identity in the blockchain space. The conversation expands to cover Telegram's blockchain troubles, OpenSea's SEC Wells Notice, and the growing dominance of Celestia in data availability. They also debate Vitalik Buterin's comments on DeFi's role in crypto's future, tying it all back to the challenges of maintaining a clear vision and identity in crypto. Thanks for tuning in! - - Follow Rex: https://x.com/LogarithmicRex Follow nosleepjon: https://x.com/nosleepjon Follow Expansion: https://x.com/ExpansionPod_ Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@expansionpod Subscribe on Apple: http://apple.co/4bGKYYM Subscribe on Spotify: http://spoti.fi/3Vaubq1 Get top market insights and the latest in crypto news. Subscribe to Blockworks Daily Newsletter: https://blockworks.co/newsletter/ -- Join us at Permissionless III Oct 9-11. Use code: EXPANSION10 for a 10% discount: https://blockworks.co/event/permissionless-iii -- Timestamps: (00:00) Introduction (01:37) Pavel Arrest & TON Chain Halt (07:56) OpenSea Wells Notice (17:40) Permissionles III Ad (19:11) MakerDAO's Rebrand (32:53) Celestia's DA Market Share High (41:10) EigenLayer DA (48:23) DeFi Isn't Crypto's Purpose (55:03) Threshold Network Merger - - Disclaimer Expansion was kickstarted by a grant from the Celestia Foundation. Nothing said on Expansion 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. Rex, Jon, and our guests may hold positions in the companies, funds, or projects discussed.

    1h 3m

  7. AUG 28

    Are We Building the Wrong Blockchains? Debating Crypto's True Purpose | Logan Jastremski

    In this episode, we dive deep into the heart of crypto's purpose. Our guest, Logan from Frictionless Capital, challenges conventional blockchain scaling, arguing for high-throughput systems. We explore the tension between performance and decentralization, dissect the role of Layer 2 solutions, and debate the true purpose of crypto. This conversation highlights the critical engineering trade-offs shaping the industry and questions whether current approaches align with blockchain's ultimate goals. You don't want to miss this! - - Follow Logan: https://x.com/LoganJastremski Follow Rex: https://x.com/LogarithmicRex Follow nosleepjon: https://x.com/nosleepjon Follow Expansion: https://x.com/ExpansionPod_ Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@expansionpod Subscribe on Apple: http://apple.co/4bGKYYM Subscribe on Spotify: http://spoti.fi/3Vaubq1 Get top market insights and the latest in crypto news. Subscribe to Blockworks Daily Newsletter: https://blockworks.co/newsletter/ -- Join us at Permissionless III Oct 9-11. Use code: EXPANSION10 for a 10% discount: https://blockworks.co/event/permissionless-iii -- Timestamps: 00:06 Introduction 00:54 Purpose of Blockchain 09:22 Optimizing for Network Performance 17:23 Credible Neutrality 23:23 Measuring Blockchain Success 34:58 What's Wrong with Crypto? 45:33 Consensus vs Performance 01:06:04 Are We Replacing TradFi? - - Disclaimer Expansion was kickstarted by a grant from the Celestia Foundation. Nothing said on Expansion 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. Rex, Jon, and our guests may hold positions in the companies, funds, or projects discussed.

    1h 15m

  8. AUG 24

    Memecoin Trenches, Sovereignty Dreams, and Crypto's App Chain Tradeoff | Roundup

    In this episode, we dive deep into the wild world of memecoins, exploring a recent McDonald's Instagram hack and the psychology behind crypto's most controversial trend. We then shift gears to discuss Jerome Powell's pivotal announcement on interest rate cuts and its implications for the crypto market. The conversation then moves to the modular blockchain space, debating the merits of app-specific chains versus shared-state systems. We also explore the Monad vs. MegaETH debate and its significance for Ethereum's future. Finally, we touch on if NFTs are actually dead. Thanks for tuning in! - - Follow Joseph: https://x.com/Casa_Intern Follow Rex: https://x.com/LogarithmicRex Follow nosleepjon: https://x.com/nosleepjon Follow Expansion: https://x.com/ExpansionPod_ Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@expansionpod Subscribe on Apple: http://apple.co/4bGKYYM Subscribe on Spotify: http://spoti.fi/3Vaubq1 Get top market insights and the latest in crypto news. Subscribe to Blockworks Daily Newsletter: https://blockworks.co/newsletter/ -- Join us at Permissionless III Oct 9-11. Use code: EXPANSION10 for a 10% discount: https://blockworks.co/event/permissionless-iii -- Timestamps: (00:00) Introduction (02:04) Memecoin Arena (14:01) Are Memecoins Bad? (27:31) Permissionless III Ad (29:02) Jerome Powell's Rate Cuts (32:21) Will Every App Launch Chains (44:00) Monad vs MegaETH Debate (52:56) Are NFTs Dead? - - Disclaimer Expansion was kickstarted by a grant from the Celestia Foundation. Nothing said on Expansion 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. Rex, Jon, and our guests may hold positions in the companies, funds, or projects discussed.

    1h 2m
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The podcast on Modular. Exploring a refreshed vision for building in crypto. Expansion is a podcast exploring the intersection of modular blockchain design and abundant blockspace. We’ll bring on the leading voices from the modular ecosystem to discuss blockchain design, specialization, applications, and the possibilities that cheap, secure blockspace unlocks.

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