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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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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

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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,...

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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...

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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

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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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71:32

The Solana End Game | Anatoly Yakovenko & Lucas Bruder

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2024/05/14

Gm! This week we invite Anatoly Yakovenko & Lucas Bruder to the show for a discussion on the current state of Solana. We deep dive into the transaction problem as on chain volumes have exploded in recent months. Toly & Lucas explore the solutions that could help to increase chain performance & what's next for Solana. Enjoy! -- Follow Anatoly: https://twitter.com/aeyakovenko Follow Lucas: https://twitter.com/buffalu__ Follow Mert: https://twitter.com/0xMert_ Follow Dan:

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67:02

Will Crypto Leave the US? | Roundup

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2024/05/10

In this episode, the crew discusses the current state of crypto regulation and political candidate support in the US. They explore the viability of meme coins and the challenges of annualizing returns in the crypto space. The conversation also debates crypto-native gaming, the importance of crypto remaining a key industry in the US, and the technical improvements and institutional interest that could fuel a resurgence in Ethereum. Thanks for tuning in! - - Wormhole is a decentralized

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50:53

Interoperability's Product-Market Fit | Deep Dive

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2024/05/08

In today's episode, Michael chats with Nikhil Suri from the Wormhole Foundation about the future of multichain and interoperability in crypto. They discuss the challenges of creating a seamless user experience across different chains, the role of general message passing protocols like Wormhole, and the potential impact of zero-knowledge proofs on scaling and security. Nikhil also shares his thoughts on the social challenges of interoperability standards adoption and the current product-market fit

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76:27

Eigen's Dual Staking Dilemma: Eth vs Eigen Security |...

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2024/05/03

In this episode, Mike and Myles dive into Eigen Layer's major announcement, unpacking the details and implications of the Eigen token airdrop, the Eigen Foundation, and the positioning of Eigen as an "intersubjective work token". They discuss the community's mixed reaction to the airdrop details and geo-fencing, the objectives and considerations around airdrops in general, and the innovative tokenomic design of the Eigen token in enabling a dual staking system with ETH to secure Eigen Layer and

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92:32

Crypto's Multichain Masterplan | S7 E8

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2024/04/24

Season 7 | Episode 8In this wrap-up episode of Season 7, Mike and Hart dive deep into the multichain endgame of crypto. They discuss how the user and developer experience might evolve in a multichain future, the role of ZK tech in enabling interoperability, and the importance of standardization across chains. They explore the potential for L1 assets to become commodities, the challenges of achieving sub-second finality, and the ultimate goal of reinventing global financial infrastructure through

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62:35

Solana: State Of The Network | Mert Mumtaz, Dan Smith...

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2024/04/23

Gm! Bell Curve's season 7 will be back soon. This week our friends Mert and Dan from the Lighspeed discuss the state of the network, MarginFi drama, Uniswap vs the SEC, airdrops, Monad's $225 million raise & more. Enjoy! -- Follow Mert: https://twitter.com/0xMert_ Follow Dan: https://twitter.com/smyyguy Follow Lightspeed: https://twitter.com/Lightspeedpodhq -- Subscribe on YouTube: https://bit.ly/43o3Syk Subscribe on Apple: https://apple.co/3OhiXgV Subscribe on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3OkF7PD Get

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69:42

Bitcoin's Renaissance: Inside Runes, Ordinals, and...

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2024/04/19

In this week's round up the Mike and Vance dive into the recent Bitcoin correction, discussing the narratives surrounding interest rates, politics, and the upcoming halving. They explore the launch of Runes on Bitcoin and its potential impact on the ecosystem. The conversation also delves into the merging of Bitcoin and Ethereum, the challenges faced by Solana, and the importance of L1 performance for L2 functionality. They discuss the concept of profits and fees for L1s, the growth of restaking,

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54:58

Inside the Crypto Options and Derivatives Boom | Nick...

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2024/04/16

In this episode, Mike is joined by Nick Trileski, a crypto options trader at Cumberland DRW, for an in-depth discussion on the current state of the crypto options and derivatives market. They explore the growth of options trading, the psychology around all-time highs, and the increasing institutional demand as evidenced by rising open interest. The conversation also touches on the dynamics of perps versus options, the risks and opportunities in basis trades like Athena, and the potential for

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63:27

The Battle of Restaking Platforms & Alt L1s | Roundup

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2024/04/12

In this week's round up the Mike, Michael, and Vance break down Uniswap's fight with the SEC over a Wells notice and the implications for DeFi, as well as Bearchain's massive $100M raise. The risks of hedging altcoin investments using perpetual futures contracts are explored, along with the significance of Circle and BlackRock uniting to bridge traditional finance and DeFi. They also dissect the implosion at lending protocol MarginFi and the fierce competition heating up between Eigen and Carrick in

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86:48

Solana's MEV Inflection Point: Users vs Protocol |...

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2024/04/09

In today's episode, Mike is joined by Eugene from Ellipsis Labs and Lucas from Jito to discuss the current state and future of MEV on Solana. The trio dives into the philosophical divergence between Solana and Ethereum's approaches to mitigating MEV, with Solana prioritizing user experience and low fees while Ethereum focuses on incentive compatibility and decentralization. They explore the challenges Solana faces with record volumes, network congestion, and the ongoing debate surrounding

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