The DCo Podcast

Saurabh Deshpande
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The DCo Podcast

Stories with depth, insight & data covering all things Web3. For builders. By builders. www.decentralised.co

  1. قبل يومين

    EP 35 — AI Traders, Swarms, and Surviving the Bear Market with Shaw

    In a space where information is the ultimate edge, how do the best traders and builders stay ahead? Shaw from elizaOS returns to the podcast to break down the harsh realities of crypto trading, AI-driven investing, and building through market cycles. We explore: •The information edge in crypto: Why the best traders aren’t chart readers but those closest to deal flow. • AI trading agents: Overhyped? Why LLMs struggle with time-series data and where AI can actually add value. • Swarms over super AIs: The case for specialized AI agents instead of one-size-fits-all models. • Surviving market downturns: How token allocation mistakes are forcing founders into existential choices. • Revenue vs. hype: Why sustainable monetization beats reliance on speculative pumps. • Vampire attack partnerships: How some collaborations are designed to drain value rather than create it. Chapters — 00:00 Introduction  02:52 The Role of AI in the Current Market 05:53 Building Trust for AI-Driven Trading 08:45 Exploring Copy Trading and Community Dynamics 12:02 AI Agents and Swarms 17:51 Practical Applications of AI Agents in Workflows 28:09 Privacy and Security in Multi-tenant Environments 35:12 Navigating Startup Challenges and Team Dynamics 38:08 Tokenomics and Value Accrual Strategies 46:21 Timing the Market and Launch Strategies 50:20 The Future of Product Quality in DAOs 51:09 Identifying Gaps in DAO Governance 55:52 Balancing Contributions and Token Holding 01:01:52 User Experience in DeFi Applications 01:04:04 The Hype Cycle of New Technologies 01:06:35 Lessons Learned from the Crypto Space Follow Us: DCo – https://x.com/Decentralisedco Shaw (wartime arc) – https://x.com/shawmakesmagic Saurabh Deshpande – https://x.com/desh_saurabh Subscribe to the DCo Newsletter – https://www.decentralised.co/subscribe This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.decentralised.co

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  2. ٢٧ فبراير

    Ep 34 — How to Bring Institutional DeFi Trading to Retail with Jai Prasad

    We discuss Jai's journey from leading blockchain integration at Coinbase to founding DefinitiveFi, and how the platform grew from $20-30M to nine-figure monthly volumes. Jai explains the key innovations needed for mainstream DeFi adoption - gas abstraction, chain abstraction, and account abstraction - and how advanced order types like TWAPs allow large trades without moving markets. The conversation explores compliance challenges for institutions in DeFi, the intersection of AI and crypto, and token design philosophy. We also touch on DefinitiveFi's future plans, including expanding beyond spot trading to perps and yield strategies. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.decentralised.co

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  3. ١٩ فبراير

    Ep 33 — Scaling the Ethereum Civilisation with Brother Bing

    Ethereum scaling has been an uphill battle. We’ve built rollups, fragmented liquidity, and pushed execution limits—but have we really solved the problem? Instead of patching Ethereum’s existing framework, MegaETH has rewritten the Ethereum data structure from scratch, eliminating bottlenecks and achieving millisecond block times. The implications? Possibility of on-chain high-frequency trading, real-time gaming, instant micropayments, and an entirely new breed of decentralised applications.Chapters 00:00 Introduction 01:11 Journey Towards Starting MegaETH 06:43 The White Paper 11:12 Consensus Mechanisms and Performance Challenges 15:09 Security and Censorship Resistance in MegaETH 19:03 Use Cases 24:10 Empowering Applications in Crypto 25:38 Cultural Influences on Crypto Markets 27:48 Blockchain as Civilization 30:30 The Role of Community in Crypto 32:57 Valuations and Community Loyalty 38:10 Building a Community 40:52 Capitalism and Sustainable Business Models Follow Us: DCo – https://x.com/Decentralisedco Shuyao Kong a.k.a Brother Bing – https://x.com/hotpot_dao Saurabh Deshpande – https://x.com/desh_saurabh DCo Newsletter – https://www.decentralised.co/ This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.decentralised.co

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  4. ٤ فبراير

    Ep 32 — Bitcoin Mining Economics with Nick Hansen

    Bitcoin mining is a delicate balance between mathematical certainty and real-world volatility. In this episode, Nick Hansen, CEO of Luxor, breaks down the evolution of mining—from hardware cycles to energy markets, hashrate futures, and Bitcoin’s shrinking block subsidy. We also discuss miners' role in stabilising power grids and the contentious debate over Bitcoin fees. Tune in to understand the future of mining and what happens when the last Bitcoin is mined. Chapters 00:00 Introduction 02:41 Nick’s Journey From Dirt Biking to Bitcoin Mining 08:01 The Evolution of Luxor Mining and Its Services 09:22 Understanding the Crypto Market and AI's Impact 12:00 Transitioning from Hardware to Software in Mining 13:21 Hashrate vs. Price: Understanding Bitcoin Economics 17:46 How Electricity Costs Rule Mining Operations 20:31 The Mining Hamster Wheel: Upgrading Equipment and Supply Chains 22:47 Evolution of Mining Technology and Efficiency 24:03 Energy Costs and Mining Profitability 27:16 Hashrate Futures and Market Dynamics 33:49 The Role of Renewable Energy in Bitcoin Mining 40:09 Innovations in Block Construction and Mining Risks 43:29 Future of Bitcoin Fees and Emission Concerns This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.decentralised.co

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  5. ٣٠ يناير

    Ep 31 - Web3 Marketing Playbook with Phin from Abstract

    Web3 marketing has a retention problem. Too many projects chase mindshare, but few know how to build communities that last. In this episode, Phin, lead marketer at Abstract, shares his journey from Web2 to Web3 and unpacks why most crypto marketing playbooks are fundamentally flawed. We explore why engagement farming isn’t enough, why crypto products should compete in the mainstream, and how Abstract is rethinking consumer crypto by making Web3 seamless. If you’re a founder or marketer looking to cut through the noise and build something real, this episode is for you.Chapters:00:00 Introduction  02:47 The Evolution of Abstract and L2 Launch Decisions 05:55 Comparing Ethereum and Solana: Insights and Opinions 09:10 Marketing Strategies: Web2 vs Web3 11:58 The Future of Marketing in Web3 14:51 Data Privacy and User Experience in Web3 18:03 Session Keys and On-Chain Interactions 23:56 Simplifying the Crypto Experience 26:47 Reducing Onboarding Friction 28:56 The Role of Price in Marketing 30:35 Self-Custody and Consumer Behavior 32:30 Building a Community in Crypto 39:05 Abstract's Consumer-Centric Approach 43:00 NFTs vs Tokens: Branding Strategies 44:49 Marketing on a Budget This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.decentralised.co

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  6. ٢١ يناير

    Ep 30- The Encrypted Supercomputer with Yannik from Arcium

    In this episode, Yannik Schrade, CEO of Arcium, explains how they're building an encrypted supercomputer to bring privacy to both Web2 and Web3. We explore: • The journey from creating one of the world's most downloaded iPad apps to building privacy infrastructure • Why current privacy solutions like trusted hardware and zero-knowledge proofs aren't enough • How Arcium achieves efficient private computation through pre-computed multiplications and oblivious data structures • The future of private AI - from confidential training to trustless inference • Why privacy should be infrastructure, not a product • The path to bringing institutional players into DeFi through privacy • How Arcium could enable everything from dark pools to private gaming Timestamps - 00:00 Introduction to Web3 and Privacy 02:54 The Journey from Law to Crypto 05:50 Building Elusive: On-Chain Transactional Privacy 09:06 The Encrypted Supercomputer 11:57 AI's Role in Crypto and User Experience 14:51 Legacy Approach to Privacy Enhancing Technologies 18:05 Zero-Knowledge Proofs and Their Limitations 20:53 The Future of Privacy in DeFi and Healthcare 23:47 Secure Multi-Party Computation: A New Paradigm 27:12 Confidential Computing and Trust Models 32:32 Transforming Encrypted Data into Random Values 34:27 Understanding Arcium's Position in the Tech Stack 36:54 Arcium as an Encrypted Supercomputer 38:52 Efficiency of Secure Multi-Party Computation 41:47 Flexibility and Oblivious Data Structures in MPC 44:11 Selective Disclosure and Composability in Confidential Computing 46:03 Arcium's Autonomous Network and Accountability Protocols 49:55 AI Agents and Trust in Decision-Making 52:45 Responsible AI and Explainability 56:48 Market Landscape and Use Cases for Arcium This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.decentralised.co

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  7. ٨ يناير

    Ep 29 - Kyle Samani on Why Bitcoin as Digital Gold Might Be a Myth

    What if the popular belief that Bitcoin is "digital gold" is holding crypto back? Kyle Samani, Managing Partner at Multicoin Capital, unpacks why this analogy might be misleading and argues that utility—not nostalgia—will define the future of digital assets. We trace Multicoin’s evolution, from its early experiments to backing Solana when it was dismissed by many. Kyle shares insights into the power of first-principles thinking, why they pivoted away from Bitcoin and Ethereum, and how to identify protocols that solve real problems. Whether you’re an investor, founder, or curious observer, this episode offers a rare look into how a top crypto fund must challenge mainstream assumptions and spot not-so-obvious opportunities. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to the DCo Podcast and Web300:58 Reflections on Early Bitcoin Predictions03:01 The Journey to MultiCoin Capital05:56 The Mechanics of Wealth Creation in Crypto08:49 The Role of Stablecoins in Wealth Distribution11:09 Transitioning from Ethereum to EOS and Solana18:01 The Evolution of MultiCoin Capital19:48 Market Dynamics and the Future of Crypto Investments22:08 Innovations in Layer 1 and Layer 2 Solutions24:01 Understanding MEV and Its Implications26:22 Value Accrual in Blockchain Systems28:18 The Moneyness Debate: Bitcoin vs. Ethereum30:46 Censorship Resistance and Usability in Cryptocurrencies32:41 The Future of Solana: Censorship Resistance and Economic Activity34:57 Institutional Adoption and Token Extensions49:43 Communication Skills in Fundraising and Investment Strategies This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.decentralised.co

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    Ep 28- From Mixing Music to Teaching Computers to Trade

    Shaw's journey from mixing bands in NYC clubs to creating AI16Z reflects the unexpected ways innovation emerges in crypto. What began as a way to help developers access better trading strategies has evolved into an AI-driven DAO managing $21M in treasury funds, with their agent "AI Marc" making investment decisions by evaluating community members' trading suggestions through a "Virtual Marketplace of Trust." The key breakthrough came from solving what Shaw calls the "social agent loop" - teaching AI to engage naturally on social platforms rather than through traditional interfaces. Their open-source Eliza framework, now used by over 140 contributors, has enabled thousands of AI agents to trade, create, and interact with humans in increasingly sophisticated ways. Looking ahead, Shaw shares his vision of moving from an attention economy to a trust economy, where AI agents help democratize access to sophisticated trading strategies while reshaping how we think about work and value creation.Resources:• AI Agent Building Tutorial• Eliza Framework• SentientMarketCap• Virtual Marketplace of Trust• Using Chains, Taming Minds This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.decentralised.co

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