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Eli Ben-Sasson, Co-founder and President of StarkWare, joins this podcast episode to discuss scaling blockchains like Ethereum with ZK proofs and validity rollups. He provides an in-depth look at how StarkWare is using its Cairo language and ZK-VM to enable scalability, privacy, and computational integrity on Ethereum. Topics covered include:


The role of Ethereum and validity rollups in the future ZK landscape
Surprises and innovations in ZK proof research
Pros and cons of ZK-EVMs vs ZK-VMs for blockchain scaling
StarkWare's technology for asserting computational integrity
On-chain gaming and other applications uniquely enabled by ZK proofs
Decentralizing the sequencer and Starknet's roadmap
Elliptic curve risks and the need for quantum-resistant proof systems

This episode offers key insights on blockchain scaling and the impact ZK proofs will have on Ethereum and Web3 development. It's essential listening for anyone interested in the technical side of Ethereum and ZK proof adoption.



Show Notes


StarkWare



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Disclosures: This podcast is strictly informational and educational and is not investment advice or a solicitation to buy or sell any tokens or securities or to make any financial decisions. Do not trade or invest in any project, tokens, or securities based upon this podcast episode. The host and members at Delphi Ventures may personally own tokens or art that are mentioned on the podcast. Our current show features paid sponsorships which may be featured at the start, middle, and/or the end of the episode. These sponsorships are for informational purposes only and are not a solicitation to use any product, service or token. Delphi’s transparency page can be viewed ⁠⁠here⁠⁠.



Keywords

Ethereum, ZK Proofs, ZK-STARKs, Zero Knowledge Proofs, Validity Rollups, Starkware, Scalability, Privacy, Cairo, Blockchain Scaling, Ethereum Scaling, ZK-EVMs, ZK-VMs, Computational Integrity, Cryptography, Proof Systems, Ethereum Future, Web3 Scaling, Cryptocurrency, Bitcoin, Ethereum, Blockchain, Crypto exchange, Digital assets, Decentralization, Crypto regulation, Crypto investing, Web3, Metaverse, NFTs, DeFi, Cryptocurrency adoption, Future of money, Financial freedom

On this episode of the Delphi Podcast, Tommy and Jose spoke with Antonio Juliano, founder of dYdX, about their goal to build the largest crypto exchange through a focus on decentralization and derivatives trading.

They discussed dYdX's ambitious vision and the risks they are taking to achieve it, including building their own Cosmos-based blockchain called dYdX Chain. Antonio explained how this custom blockchain will allow them to optimize performance and features specifically for trading perpetuals and derivatives.

They also explored dYdX's approaches to decentralizing frontends, reducing MEV, and leveraging order books over AMMs to serve their prosumer crypto trading audience.

Antonio shared his perspective on competition from both centralized and decentralized exchanges, and his views on the future landscape of app chains and blockchain platforms. An insightful conversation about dYdX's technology decisions and product roadmap aimed at disrupting the status quo and becoming a top global crypto exchange over the next 5-10 years.



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dYdX



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Disclosures: This podcast is strictly informational and educational and is not investment advice or a solicitation to buy or sell any tokens or securities or to make any financial decisions. Do not trade or invest in any project, tokens, or securities based upon this podcast episode. The host and members at Delphi Ventures may personally own tokens or art that are mentioned on the podcast. Our current show features paid sponsorships which may be featured at the start, middle, and/or the end of the episode. These sponsorships are for informational purposes only and are not a solicitation to use any product, service or token. Delphi’s transparency page can be viewed ⁠⁠here⁠⁠.



Keywords

dYdX, Antonio Juliano, Cosmos, blockchain, app chains, decentralized exchange, DEX, perpetuals, derivatives, trading, order books, AMMs, DeFi, crypto exchange, centralization, decentralization, frontends, MEV, competition, future, technology, roadmap, product, performance, customization, risks, Cryptocurrency, Bitcoin, Ethereum, Blockchain, Crypto exchange, Digital assets, Decentralization, Crypto regulation, Crypto investing, Web3, Metaverse, NFTs, DeFi, Cryptocurrency adoption, Future of money, Financial freedom

Christopher Goes, co-founder of Anoma and Nomad, joins Tommy and Can to discuss how he envisions intents becoming the primary interface for blockchain applications.

They explore how Anoma is building an architecture focused on user intents, rather than transactions, and how this enables greater composability, privacy, and flexibility.

Chris provides his unique insight on the evolution of privacy, comparing privacy as an asset, service, and eventually default. They also discuss mechanics of intent pools, liberating users from centralized solvers, and the importance of fungible trust relationships.



Show Notes


Anoma



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Disclosures: This podcast is strictly informational and educational and is not investment advice or a solicitation to buy or sell any tokens or securities or to make any financial decisions. Do not trade or invest in any project, tokens, or securities based upon this podcast episode. The host and members at Delphi Ventures may personally own tokens or art that are mentioned on the podcast. Our current show features paid sponsorships which may be featured at the start, middle, and/or the end of the episode. These sponsorships are for informational purposes only and are not a solicitation to use any product, service or token. Delphi’s transparency page can be viewed ⁠⁠here⁠⁠.



Keywords

Intents, User Intents, Intent-Centric Architecture, Intent Pools, Intent Composability, Counterparty Discovery, Privacy by Default, Privacy as an Asset, Privacy as a Service, Privacy as Default, Zero-Knowledge Proofs, Trust Networks, Reputation Systems, Sybil Resistance, Decentralized Finance (DeFi), Non-Fungible Tokens (NFTs), Liquidity Fragmentation, Transaction Fees, Miner Extractable Value (MEV), Front Running, Censorship Resistance, Permissionless Systems, Surveillance Capitalism, Anoma, Nomad, Christopher Goes, Cryptocurrency, Bitcoin, Ethereum, Blockchain, Crypto exchange, Digital assets, Decentralization, Crypto regulation, Crypto investing, Web3, Metaverse, NFTs, DeFi, Cryptocurrency adoption, Future of money, Financial freedom

In this episode Tommy is joined by Travis Kling, founder of Ikigai Asset Management, he discusses his investigation into Binance. Travis breaks down the timeline of events at Binance over the past year, including large BTC transfers, executives leaving, and getting banned in multiple countries.



He also explains why he believes there could be a liability mismatch and "hole" in Binance's balance sheet, similar to what happened with FTX, and how this could impact the chances of a Bitcoin spot ETF approval.



Despite his own painful experience with FTX, Travis shares an inspiring message of perseverance and purpose. Are your funds really SAFU? Tune in to find out.



Show Notes


Travis Kling Tweet on Binance Events
CFTC Binance Action
SEC Binance Charge
DOJ and Binance Article

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Disclosures: This podcast is strictly informational and educational and is not investment advice or a solicitation to buy or sell any tokens or securities or to make any financial decisions. Do not trade or invest in any project, tokens, or securities based upon this podcast episode. The host and members at Delphi Ventures may personally own tokens or art that are mentioned on the podcast. Our current show features paid sponsorships which may be featured at the start, middle, and/or the end of the episode. These sponsorships are for informational purposes only and are not a solicitation to use any product, service or token. Delphi’s transparency page can be viewed ⁠⁠here⁠⁠.

Keywords

Binance, CZ, Changpeng Zhao, FTX, Bitcoin, Spot ETF, Allegations, Proof of reserves, Travis Kling, Ikigai Asset Management, Perseverance, Binance, CZ, Changpeng Zhao, FTX, Bitcoin, Spot ETF, Allegations, Proof of reserves, Travis Kling, Ikigai Asset Management, Perseverance, Cryptocurrency, Bitcoin, Ethereum, Blockchain, Crypto exchange, Digital assets, Decentralization, Crypto regulation, Crypto investing, Web3, Metaverse, NFTs, DeFi, Cryptocurrency adoption, Future of money, Financial freedom

Jose, Yan, Duncan and Ceteris discuss the craze of friend.tech, what it is, how it works and what it might bring to the table, as well as talk about Coinbase's new L2 and their views on ETFs, liquidity and the markets.

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In this spirited debate podcast episode, Tommy is joined by Kyle Samani, Co-Founder of Multicoin Capital, and Nick White, COO of Celestia Labs, to discuss the future of blockchain infrastructure. Kyle lays out the case for integrated blockchain platforms like Solana and Aptos that optimize for scalability, while Nick argues for the flexibility of modular networks like Celestia.

They dive deep into the core philosophies underpinning modular versus monolithic designs when it comes to topics like scalability, verification, composability, and more. Kyle and Nick exchange perspectives professionally on whether modular systems or integrated chains will become the optimal architecture for blockchains in the long run.

This intellectually stimulating discussion provides insight into the reasoning behind two schools of thought on blockchain infrastructure design. Learn about the end-state visions from Kyle and Nick as they civilly debate this important topic for the future of crypto and Web3.



Resources


The Hidden Costs of Modular Systems by Multicoin Capital



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Disclosures: This podcast is strictly informational and educational and is not investment advice or a solicitation to buy or sell any tokens or securities or to make any financial decisions. Do not trade or invest in any project, tokens, or securities based upon this podcast episode. The host and members at Delphi Ventures may personally own tokens or art that are mentioned on the podcast. Our current show features paid sponsorships which may be featured at the start, middle, and/or the end of the episode. These sponsorships are for informational purposes only and are not a solicitation to use any product, service or token. Delphi’s transparency page can be viewed ⁠⁠here⁠⁠.



Multicoin Capital Disclosure

Although our guests this week are managing partners of a registered investment adviser, nothing in this podcast should be considered an offer of Multicoin’s investment advisory services or should otherwise be confused for investment, tax, legal or other financial advice.





Keywords

blockchain, cryptocurrency, decentralization, web3, modular systems, integrated platforms, scalability, throughput, latency, flexibility, customizability, developers, smart contracts, consensus, proof of stake, interoperability, bridges, atomic composability, rollups, ethereum, solana, celestia, aptos, multicoin capital, infrastructure, architecture, verification, security, nodes, validation, governance, regulation, modular blockchain, monolithic blockchain,