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Bell Curve

Bell Curve breaks down the most important themes in crypto for people who, like us, are confined to the middle of the bell curve. Each season explores a different thesis that we"ll test and refine through debate with crypto"s best. If you"re a crypto native, degen or investooor, this podcast is for you. Subscribe on YouTube: https://bit.ly/3R1D1D9 Subscribe on Apple: https://apple.co/3pQTfmD Subscribe on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3cpKZXH Get top market insights and the latest in crypto news

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82:07

The Bear Case for Shared Security | S8 E8 | Sunny &...

Bell Curve ·

2024/07/23

In this episode, Sunny, the Co-founder of Osmosis, and Toghrul from Scroll joined us to present the bear case for shared security. We discussed issues with Proof of Stake, the relationship between slashing and enshrining an LST, and the market size for restaking. Finally, we provide our thoughts on the intersubjective work token, and staking’s potential impact on the L1.Thanks for tuning in! -- Resources Shared Security is a Psyop Speech: https://youtu.be/hdEEl3ixlfo?si=qkk89BaV6Q2krewQ -- Namada

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78:09

Deep Dive: The CAKE Framework & Building a One Click...

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2024/07/22

In this special episode of Bell Curve, Stephane Gosselin and Hart Lambur joined us live at EthCC to discuss OneBalance and the CAKE Framework! Additionally, we dive into the economics of the solver layer, what effects an HFT dynamic arising in crypto would have, and UX in a OneBalance world. Finally, we speculate on how OneBalance will impact L2 business models. Thanks for tuning in! -- Resource CAKE Framework Breakdown: https://x.com/0xASK/status/1813217270010609990 -- Sei Labs believes the EVM

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74:19

A New Era: Trump’s Impact on Crypto and Innovation in...

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2024/07/19

In this episode, the Roundup crew covers a wild week in crypto and politics. They discuss the assassination attempt on Donald Trump, and how economic policy might look with JD Vance as the Vice President. Additionally, they speculate on whether or not Biden will drop out of the presidential race, and talk about the Fed’s approach to monetary policy leading up to the election. Finally, they wonder where we are in the AI hype cycle, and who benefits the most from L2 innovation.Thanks for tuning

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68:09

EthCC Campside Chat: Protocols, Ecosystems, Community...

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2024/07/16

In this special episode, Vitalik Buterin and Christopher Goes joined us live from the Intents Discussions conference during EthCC 2024! Key highlights from this campside chat include: Vitalik’s reflections on crypto’s journey thus far and his insights on Ethereum’s inception, unbundling blockchain components, and competing with centralized protocols. The interview concludes with thoughts on social consensus, and the importance of learning from past failures to better navigate future

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79:47

A Fresh Take on Shared Security | S8 E7 | Misha Putiatin

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2024/07/09

In this episode, Misha, CEO and Co-founder of Symbiotic, delves into the history and evolution of shared security. He discusses shared security’s various implementations over the years, and highlights Symbiotic's vision for the future. The conversation also touches on Symbiotic’s protocol design choices, offering a fresh perspective on shared security's potential to streamline and secure emerging networks.Thanks for tuning in! -- Resources Ethena + Symbiotic:

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67:50

A New Era for U.S. Regulations | Roundup

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2024/07/05

In this episode, the Roundup crew discusses the aftermath of the Presidential Debate, and a Trump victory’s potential impact on the markets. Additionally, they dive into what the Chevron Doctrine was, and what the implications of its overruling are. Finally, they provide their views on current sentiment within the crypto markets, and how fresh capital is finding its way into crypto.Thanks for tuning in! -- Sei Labs believes the EVM is here to stay. By providing the fastest time to finality of any

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91:19

Ethereum’s Path Forward: Aligning Security and...

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2024/07/02

In this episode, Hasu and Justin Drake joined us to discuss restaking, preconfs, Minimum Viable Issuance, and the future of Ethereum. We dive into the effects Ethereum monetary policy has on the validator set, the current market for restaking, and our thoughts on attester-proposer separation and proposer-builder separation. Finally, we cover what we’re most excited about in the future of Ethereum. Thanks for tuning in! -- Namada is the shielded asset hub rewarding you to protect the multichain

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80:16

Harnessing the Untapped Potential of Bitcoin Staking...

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2024/06/25

In this episode, David Tse, Co-founder of BabylonChain, joins us to explore the latest developments in the Bitcoin ecosystem. We dive into the transformative impact of Bitcoin staking, the innovative role of Babylon, and the broader technological and cultural shifts in the Bitcoin ecosystem. Finally, David provides insight into the Bitcoin staking market, and his outlook for its future. Thanks for tuning in! -- Namada is the shielded asset hub rewarding you to protect the multichain. Enabling data

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57:41

How ZK Accounts Expand dApp Limits | John, Uma, & Zaki

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2024/06/18

In this episode, we dive deep into the world of ZK accounts and their potential. Uma, Zaki, and John, unpack ZK accounts, the trade-offs involved in design decisions, and the political landscape. We explore how ZK accounts enable trustless interoperability, enhance scalability, and unlock a dimension for dApps. The conversation also touches upon the convergence of blockchain design and the shift from infrastructure development to application-focused innovation, as ZK technology becomes more

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58:49

Will the Fed Cut Rates in 2024? | Roundup

Bell Curve ·

2024/06/14

In this episode, we discuss FOMC, previous rate cutting cycles over the years, and if the FED will cut rates prior to the presidential election. We also breakdown the differing approaches blockchains take when dealing with MEV, and the ways networks and applications can monetize. Finally, we dive into how Trump’s stance towards crypto has affected regulatory policy.Thanks for tuning in! -- Namada is the shielded asset hub rewarding you to protect the multichain. Enabling data protection for any

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93:32

How AVSs Enable Scalable, Secure and Customizable...

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2024/06/11

In this episode, Ludwig from Sorella Labs and Muto from Ethos, two AVS builders, join to discuss the potential of restaked ETH and attributable security to revolutionize DeFi. They dive into how AVSs offer a scalable alternative to rollups by leveraging restaking to enable customizable off-chain execution while preserving the benefits of shared L1 liquidity. The discussion covers topics like preconfirmations, MEV, quorum design, costs of security, and Eigen Layer's role in enabling this new design

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54:11

Crypto's Great Rate Cut Cycle | Roundup

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2024/06/07

In this jam-packed episode, we dive into Starkware's million dollar initiative to scale Bitcoin with ZK tech, debate the implications of looming ETH ETF approvals, and discuss how the largest rate cutting cycle of our lifetimes could supercharge crypto. We also break down Coinbase's new Web3 wallet, the convergence of crypto infrastructure, and why Bitcoin DeFi faces an uphill adoption battle. Thanks for tuning in!- - Sei Labs believes the EVM is here to stay. By providing the fastest time to

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47:32

Exploring Crypto's Modular Path | Rex & NoSleepJon

Bell Curve ·

2024/06/06

In this special episode, the Jason and Mike announce the launch of Expansion, a new Blockworks podcast focusing on the modular blockchain ecosystem. Expansion hosts Rex and NoSleepJon aim to explore the modular design concepts and architectural principles in the blockchain space. They highlight the benefits and challenges of modularity, the cultural and technical aspects, and how this new ecosystem is poised to disrupt existing technologies. Thanks for tuning in!- - Subscribe on YouTube:

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64:18

The Modular Integration Spectrum | Keone & Zon

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2024/06/05

In this episode, Keone from Monad and Zon from Initia to discuss the spectrum between modular and integrated blockchain designs. They explore the tradeoffs in decentralization, performance and scalability between the two approaches. They explore AppChains, rollups, composability challenges in modular systems, EVM compatibility, and when to scale blockchains horizontally vs vertically. To close out Keone and Zon also share valuable insights on building Web3 communities organically. Thanks for tuning

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73:23

The Power Dynamics of Liquid Restaking | S8 E3 | Sam,...

Bell Curve ·

2024/06/04

In this episode, we dive deep into the rapidly evolving world of liquid restaking. Our expert panel unpacks the history and rise of Liquid Restaking Tokens, exploring LRT design, yield strategies, the leverage dynamics between LRTs and Eigen Layer, and the potential impact of introducing multi-assets like Bitcoin. We examine the challenges posed by duration mismatches, the institutional appetite for liquid restaking, and the evolving market structure. Thanks for tuning in!-- Follow Sam:

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65:45

Is Crypto Bipartisan Now? | Roundup

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2024/05/31

In this episode, the guys debate whether Democrats can reverse course before the upcoming election. They also discuss the rise and fall of meme coins, despite Iggy Azalea's recent token launch. The conversation then shifts to the challenges facing Bitcoin's L2 development, OpenAI's legal battles over celebrity rights and employee NDAs, and Nvidia's AI-fueled stock surge. Finally, they highlight Jito's launch of Stakenet on Solana and compare the diverging paths of Ethereum and Bitcoin L2s. Enjoy!-

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110:58

Exploring EigenLayer and The Future of Ethereum...

Bell Curve ·

2024/05/28

In this episode we are joined by Sreeram Kannan, founder of EigenLayer, to discuss the current state and future potential of restaking. The conversation covers Eigenlayer's rapidly growing ecosystem of actively validated services (AVS), the different types of security guarantees made possible by restaking, and how restaking can benefit both external protocols and Ethereum itself. Sreeram shares his vision for how Eigenlayer fits into the broader Ethereum scaling roadmap and addresses some key open

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65:12

How ETH ETFs Will Reshape Crypto | Roundup

Bell Curve ·

2024/05/24

In this episode, the crew dives into discuss the 75% odds of an ETH ETF approval this month. They unpack the implications of ETH ETFs on crypto market structure and institutional adoption. The conversation also covers the evolving regulatory landscape and the backlash against Yuga Labs over their CryptoPunks moves. Finally, they debate the future outlook for NFTs, the return of retail, and the potential of ETH to power new web3 applications.- - Sei Labs believes the EVM is here to stay. By

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67:36

Restaking's Renaissance: The Next Generation of...

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2024/05/21

This episode takes a deep dive into the evolving landscape of restaking and shared security. Mike and Myles trace the history of restaking from early iterations like Polkadot and Cosmos to the rise of specialized providers like Eigen Layer. They break down the market structure, analyzing the supply and demand sides, and exploring how new entrants plan to challenge Eigen Layer's dominance. The discussion also unpacks restaking's dual identities in exporting security to other chains versus upgrading

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76:04

The Growing Partisan Divide in Crypto | Roundup

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2024/05/17

In this episode, the guys discuss the recent prosecution of the Tornado Cash developer, the potential partisan nature of crypto regulation, and the ongoing vote on SAB 121. They delve into the history of asset seizure in the US, the shifting political attitudes towards crypto, and the potential implications for the industry. The conversation also touches on the recent GameStop saga and the return of 'Roaring Kitty', as well as the exploit engineered by 'Low Carb Crusader' and the subsequent legal

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