Best Aptos Podcasts (2025)

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Stani Kulechov, Founder & CEO of Avara | The Original Architect of DeFi 1:13:04

12d ago1:13:04

1:13:04

In this episode of Searching for Mana, host Lloyd Wahed sits down with Stani Kulechov, the founder and CEO of Avara, to delve into the transformative impact of decentralised finance. Stani discusses the origins and growth of Aave, the significance of blockchain technology, and the innovative solutions his team is developing in the DeFi space. The c…

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A Hardware-Accelerated Sidechain for Scaling Solana w/ Chaofan Shou (Solayer) 31:36

19d ago31:36

31:36

In this episode of Validated, host Austin talks with Chaofan Shou about building Solayer, high-performance side chain for Solana. Chaofan describes the specifics of Solayer's hybrid model, which sits between a traditional Layer 1 and Layer 2, offering faster execution environments for market makers and reducing high priority fees. They get into its…

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Engineering Agave for Solana's Next Chapter w/ Brennan Watt (Anza) 42:01

1M ago42:01

42:01

In this episode, Austin speaks with Brennan Watt, VP of Core Engineering at Anza, about the evolution of Solana’s validator clients. The conversation centers on Agave, originally developed at Solana Labs and now, by Anza. Brennan offers perspective on the critical role validator clients play in overall network performance, recounting challenges enc…

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Vampire Breast Lift 6:37

1M ago6:37

6:37

Vampire Breast Lift Everything you want to know before your treatment.By jay2908

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How MegaETH's Node Specialization Enables Real-Time Applications w/ Lei Yang (MegaLabs) 49:24

2M ago49:24

49:24

In this episode, Austin sits down with Lei Yang of MegaLabs to explore the architecture behind MegaETH and its unique approach to enabling real-time blockchain applications. By specializing node roles and optimizing for high-frequency transactions, MegaETH tackles technical challenges like network latency and state propagation head-on. The conversa…

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Mishal Kanoo, Chairman of The Kanoo Group | Legacy, Innovation, and Dubai’s Tech Revolution 1:52:33

2M ago1:52:33

1:52:33

In this episode of Searching for Mana, host Lloyd Wahed sits down with Mishal Kanoo, Chairman of the Kanoo Group, for a thought-provoking conversation on the intersection of tradition and innovation in business. Kanoo shares insights into his family's business legacy, the importance of professional management, and the role education plays in ethica…

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The Aptos Roadmap w/ Avery Ching (Aptos Labs) 52:04

2M ago52:04

52:04

In this episode, Austin chats with Avery Ching (Aptos Labs) about the latest developments and future vision for Aptos. Avery recounts his early involvement with Libra/Diem at Meta, his journey into the crypto space, and the technical challenges and solutions that Aptos is tackling. The episode dives into the architectural framework of Aptos, dynami…

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Frederik Gregaard, CEO of Cardano Foundation | Never Down: Blockchain’s Next Frontier 1:16:54

2M ago1:16:54

1:16:54

In this episode of Searching for Mana, host Lloyd Wahed speaks with Frederik Gregaard, CEO of the Cardano Foundation, to delve into the expansive possibilities of blockchain technology and Cardano's unique position in the ecosystem. Discussing Cardano's resilience, decentralised governance, and long-term vision, Gregaard sheds light on how the Foun…

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Is Social Trading Crypto's Next Big Thing? w/ Ilja Moisejevs and Richard Wu 40:38

3M ago40:38

40:38

In this episode, Austin chats with Ilmoi and Richard Wu about Vector, a social trading app that combines elements of Robinhood and Twitter. They delve into the core functionality of Vector, its community-building strategies, and the sophisticated technical infrastructure underpinning its seamless experience. The discussion also addresses broader to…

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Increase Bandwidth, Reduce Latency w/ Mateo Ward and Andrew McConnell (Malbec Labs) 1:00:20

3M ago1:00:20

1:00:20

In this episode of Validated, Austin discusses his new venture DoubleZero with co-founders Andrew McConnell and Matteo Ward. They discuss the necessity of creating high-performance networking specifically tailored for blockchains, comparing it to the traditional internet and private networks. They delve into their backgrounds and how their experien…

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Episode 262: Jansen Teng, Co-Founder of Virtuals Protocol on building the Infrastructure for AI Agent Society 41:06

4M ago41:06

41:06

In this episode of Base Layer, we dive deep with Jansen Teng, co-founder of Virtuals Protocol, exploring how their framework is revolutionizing AI agent development and deployment. Key Discussion Points: Origins in blockchain gaming and evolution to autonomous AI agents Technical architecture including memory systems and planning engines Revenue mo…

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Nudge 2.0, $CASH Markets, Luke from Aptos 1:42:48

5M ago1:42:48

1:42:48

Date: 12/15/24 🔊Listen in as we discuss a massive week on Aptos from Nudge 2.0 with Brent, $CASH Markets, and Luke from Aptos! Hosts 👉🏻https://x.com/AptosAfterDark 👉🏻https://twitter.com/realjaysneezy 👉🏻https://twitter.com/hiAtreyu_ 👇🏻 Options to Support the Channel Send Aptos Love to 👉🏻 aptosafterdark.apt 👍 THUMBS UP ▶️ SUBSCRIBE 🎉 HIT THE 🔔 @Aptos…

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P Shot London 10:08

5M ago10:08

10:08

Listen to the latest Podcast all about the P Shot available in London. P Shot LondonBy jay2908

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Will Stablecoins and PayFi Replace Traditional Banking? w/ Anna Yuan (Perena) 44:35

6M ago44:35

44:35

In this episode, Austin chats with Anna Yuan about the founding of QuineCo, the company behind Perena, a new protocol designed to support the liquidity, interoperability, and capital efficiency of stablecoins. The conversation covers the comprehensive value chain of stablecoins, the existing inefficiencies in current stablecoin ecosystems, and the …

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Smith from $GUI and Aptos Monkeys 1:54:12

6M ago1:54:12

1:54:12

Date: 11/11/24 🔊🔊Listen in as we discuss a massive week on Aptos from the ecosystem updates to $GUI and Aptos Monkeys! We are then joined by some amazing humans including Smith from the Aptos Memecoin, GUI and the founder NFT Project of Aptos Monkeys. Hosts 👉🏻https://twitter.com/realjaysneezy 👉🏻https://twitter.com/hiAtreyu_ 👉🏻https://x.com/AptosAft…

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Let's Make Solana Cypherpunk w/ Yannik Schrade (Arcium) 39:51

6M ago39:51

39:51

In this episode, Austin chats with Yannik Schrade (Arcium) about the current state of zero knowledge technology. The conversation delves into various aspects of zero knowledge proofs, secure multi-party computation (MPC), and fully homomorphic encryption (FHE). Yannick explains the historical development of these technologies, their applications, a…

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Rufio from Aptos Memecoin, Donk 1:52:29

6M ago1:52:29

1:52:29

Date: 11/06/24 🔊🔊Listen in as we discuss a massive week on Aptos from the ecosystem updates, stats, to Code Collision! We are then joined by some amazing humans including Rufio from the Aptos Memecoin, Donk. Hosts 👉🏻https://twitter.com/realjaysneezy 👉🏻https://twitter.com/hiAtreyu_ 👉🏻https://x.com/AptosAfterDark Chapters (00:00) - Intro (02:18) - Ap…

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emojicoin by Econia Labs 1:40:44

7M ago1:40:44

1:40:44

Date: 10/28/24 🔊🔊Listen in as we discuss a massive week on Aptos from the stats, to USDT LIVE. We are then joined by some amazing humans from the Econia Labs team to discuss everything Emoji Coin! Get Ready for emojicoin https://www.emojicoin.fun Hosts 👉🏻https://twitter.com/realjaysneezy 👉🏻https://twitter.com/hiAtreyu_ 👉🏻https://x.com/AptosAfterDar…

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Lily Liu, President of Solana Foundation | How Blockchain Enables the Financialisation of Scarcity 1:11:56

7M ago1:11:56

1:11:56

In this episode of Searching for Mana, Lloyd Wahed meets with Lily Liu, President of the Solana Foundation, to unpack her journey from an early fascination with Bitcoin to leading one of blockchain’s most groundbreaking ecosystems. With her expertise spanning traditional finance and digital assets, Lily provides a rare, balanced view of where block…

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Aptos 2 Year Anniversary, Move Spiders, and Yuppies NFT 1:44:16

7M ago1:44:16

1:44:16

Date: 10/21/24 🔊🔊Listen in as we discuss Aptos 2 Year Anniversary and are joined by Viet Anh Tran, the Founder of Move Spiders and Yuppies NFT! Hosts 👉🏻https://twitter.com/realjaysneezy 👉🏻https://twitter.com/hiAtreyu_ 👉🏻https://x.com/AptosAfterDark Chapters (00:00) - Intro (05:11) - Aptos Stats and Ecosystem (09:45) - Aptos 2 Year Anniversary (23:4…

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Aptos Stats and Meme Season 1:44:25

7M ago1:44:25

1:44:25

Date: 10/14/24 🔊Listen in as we discuss Aptos Stats, News in the Aptos Ecosystem, Sneezy's Degen Corner, $CASH, Web 3 Gaming with Atreyu. Hosts 👉🏻https://twitter.com/realjaysneezy 👉🏻https://twitter.com/hiAtreyu_ 👉🏻https://x.com/AptosAfterDark Joined on this weeks episode Creators & Guests Atreyu (🏴‍☠️,🌐) - Host Sneezy - Host ApersonLyeque.apt 💍 (🏴‍…

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Aptos Ecosystem, Ambitious Dirt, Degen Corner & Gaming 1:42:59

7M ago1:42:59

1:42:59

Date: 10/07/24 🔊Listen in as we discuss a new exciting NFT Project and Gaming Studio on Aptos, Ambitious Dirt team. We also dive into Sneezy's Degen Corner and Web 3 Gaming with Atreyu. Hosts 👉🏻https://twitter.com/realjaysneezy 👉🏻https://twitter.com/hiAtreyu_ 👉🏻https://x.com/AptosAfterDark Joined on this weeks episode Creators & Guests Atreyu (🏴‍☠️…

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Robin Gilthorpe, CEO of Earnix | The AI-Driven Future of Insurance 40:35

8M ago40:35

40:35

In this episode of Searching for Mana Fintech, co-hosts Dan and Sachin engage in a compelling conversation with Robin Gilthorpe, CEO of Earnix, a pioneering company providing AI-driven SaaS solutions for the financial and insurance sectors. Since its founding in 2001, Earnix has led innovation with dynamic tools that transform insurer operations, f…

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The Placeholder Playbook w/ Chris Burniske and Joel Monegro 1:09:10

8M ago1:09:10

1:09:10

In this episode, Austin chats with Chris Burniske and Joel Monegro from Placeholder, a cryptocurrency venture capital firm. They delve into the firm's unique approach to investments, combining venture capital structures with public market practices. The conversation covers the formation of Placeholder, their investment strategies focusing on long-t…

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Aptosaurs & Pixel Pirates 1:49:39

8M ago1:49:39

1:49:39

Date: 09/30/24 🔊Listen in as we discuss new exciting NFT Project on Aptos with Aptosaurs and Pixel Pirates with the founders of both respective projects Hosts 👉🏻https://twitter.com/realjaysneezy 👉🏻https://twitter.com/hiAtreyu_ 👉🏻https://x.com/AptosAfterDark 👇🏻 Options to Support the Channel Send Aptos Love to 👉🏻 aptosafterdark.apt Contact us for pa…

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Hair Club & Pixel Pirates 1:45:36

8M ago1:45:36

1:45:36

Date: 09/23/24 🔊Listen in as we discuss Hair Club and Pixel Pirates with the founders of both respective projects Hosts 👉🏻https://twitter.com/realjaysneezy 👉🏻https://twitter.com/hiAtreyu_ 👇🏻 Options to Support the Channel Send Aptos Love to 👉🏻 aptosafterdark.apt Contact us for partnerships [email protected] Video Chapter Titles: Intro - 0:00…

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Mirage Protocol, APTopia, KYDLabs 1:54:39

8M ago1:54:39

1:54:39

Joined By Mirage Protocol, APTopia, and KYD Labs! 🔊Listen in as we discuss all things happening across the Aptos (APT) blockchain and ecosystem over the past week. We touch on everything Aptos related. Aptos Gaming, Aptos Alpha, Aptos NFTs, Aptos DeFi, Aptos News, Aptos Stats and much more. Joined by amazing humans. Hosts 👉🏻https://twitter.com/real…

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WTF RPC? w/ Brian Long (Triton One) 58:08

8M ago58:08

58:08

In this episode of Validated, Austin chats with Brian Long (Triton One) about the significance and functionality of RPC (Remote Procedure Call) services in blockchain. They delve into the complex roles RPCs play in enhancing blockchain usability, data retrieval, and transaction processing. Brian shares insights from his experience during the early …

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Sneezy's Aptos Experience 1:44:52

8M ago1:44:52

1:44:52

🗓️Date: 09/09/24 Welcome to Aptos After Dark on Spotify! Today we have Sneezy running through his experience at the Aptos Experience, held in Seoul South Korea. Hosts Sneezy 👉🏻https://twitter.com/realjaysneezy Atreyu 👉🏻 https://twitter.com/hiAtreyu_ Send tips/surprises to 👉🏻 aptosafterdark.apt Contact us for partnerships [email protected] #A…

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APTOS Thread Lift 7:38

8M ago7:38

7:38

APTOS Thread Lift https://www.elite-aesthetics.co.uk/blog-post/aptos_threads/By jay2908

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Aptos Community Meetup 1:59:30

8M ago1:59:30

1:59:30

🗓️Date: 09/02/24 Welcome to Aptos After Dark on Spotify! Today we have incredible guests joining as we review our experience at the Community Meetup held at ApersonLyeque Hosts Sneezy 👉🏻https://twitter.com/realjaysneezy Atreyu 👉🏻 https://twitter.com/hiAtreyu_ Send tips/surprises to 👉🏻 aptosafterdark.apt Contact us for partnerships aptosafterdark@gm…

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Blinks and Actions w/ Jon Wong (Solana Foundation) and Chris Osborn (Dialect) 49:27

8M ago49:27

49:27

In this episode, Austin chats with Jon Wong (Solana Foundation) and Chris Osborn (Dialect) about the development of and use cases for Blinks and Solana Actions. Blinks, short for "blockchain links," allow users to take direct "Actions" on the Solana blockchain such as swapping tokens, donating, or voting on governance directly from a link on platfo…

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david.apt Head of Engineering Aptos 1:59:18

9M ago1:59:18

1:59:18

🗓️Date: 08/26/24 Welcome to Aptos After Dark on Spotify! Today we have an incredibly special guest joining us. We have a conversation with the Head of Engineering at Aptos, Dr. David Wolinsky Hosts Sneezy 👉🏻https://twitter.com/realjaysneezy Atreyu 👉🏻 https://twitter.com/hiAtreyu_ Send tips/surprises to 👉🏻 aptosafterdark.apt Contact us for partnersh…

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Aptos After Dark Episode 1 | Dr. Avery Ching Co-Founder & CTO Aptos 2:01:58

9M ago2:01:58

2:01:58

🗓️Date: 08/19/24 Welcome to the first episode of Aptos After Dark on Spotify! And if you're returning, this is episode 24 of Aptos After Dark on YouTube! Today we have an incredibly special guest joining us. We have a conversation with the Aptos Co-Founder and CTO Dr. Avery Ching Hosts Sneezy 👉🏻https://twitter.com/realjaysneezy Atreyu 👉🏻 https://tw…

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Turning BTC into a Programable Asset on Solana w/ Justin Wang (Zeus Network) 25:43

9M ago25:43

25:43

In this episode, Austin chats with Justin Wang (Zeus Network) about bringing Bitcoin onto Solana. Unlike previous BTC x Solana integrations, Zeus has built a new communication layer, termed as "Layer 1.5," to enable programmability for Bitcoin and other non-programmable UTXO chains on Solana. Justin shares Zeus' security model and other technical d…

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How Zeta Markets’ L2 Makes a DEX Feel Like a CEX w/ Tristan Frizza 49:53

9M ago49:53

49:53

In this episode, Austin chats with Tristan Frezza about Zeta Markets, a decentralized perps trading platform on Solana. Tristan shares insights on Zeta's inception in early 2021 and their mission to bring Nasdaq-like derivatives markets on-chain. The conversation delves into the technical challenges of building such a platform in a fully decentrali…

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How Gameshift's API Is Simplifying web3 Game Development w/ Davis Hart (Solana Labs) 36:48

10M ago36:48

36:48

In this episode, Austin chats with Davis Hard (Solana Labs) to talk about GameShift, a new API designed to streamline blockchain integration for game developers on Solana. GameShift aims to simplify the process of incorporating blockchain elements into games by providing a Rust-based API that intermediates between the game and the blockchain, reduc…

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A Blockchain Dev's Guide to Leaving Cities w/ Austin Adams (Anagram) 56:15

10M ago56:15

56:15

In this unconventional episode, Austin talks with Austin Adams of Anagram and Metaplex about his decision to leave urban life behind. Unlike most of his peers who work in major tech hubs, Adams has settled in rural Texas, where he spends his free time farming and operating his tractor. Their conversation explores the benefits and challenges of work…

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What Futarchy Looks Like in Practice w/ Kollan House (MetaDAO) 45:14

10M ago45:14

45:14

In this episode, Austin chats with Kollan House, cofounder of MetaDAO, the first project to put the concept of futarchy into practice since its conception in the early 2000's. Put simply, futarchy is a system of governance that uses market mechanics to make decisions. MetaDAO provides a platform to create, manage, and participate in futarchies, and…

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Bringing Blockchain to Music Streaming w/ Ray Jacobson (Audius) 46:06

10M ago46:06

46:06

In this episode, Austin chats with Ray Jacobson (Audius) about what decentralization unlocks for the music streaming ecosystem. In contrast with legacy streaming platforms like Spotify and Apple Music, Audius leverages blockchain to increase accounting transparency for artists. The platform allows artists to have more control over monetization meth…

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Jeremy Allaire, Founder & CEO of Circle | USDC: The Stablecoin Revolutionising the Financial Ecosystem 1:09:38

10M ago1:09:38

1:09:38

In this compelling episode of Searching for Mana, host Lloyd Wahed engages in a thought-provoking discussion with Jeremy Allaire, the visionary Co-Founder, Chairman, and CEO of Circle. Together, they explore the transformative journey of Circle and its flagship digital currency, USDC. Delving deep into the origins, challenges, and subsequent rise o…

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The CBDC Debate (Part 2) w/ Congressman Bill Foster (D-IL) 46:27

10M ago46:27

46:27

In this second episode on CBDCs, Austin and Amira return to chat with Congressman Bill Foster (D-IL). Foster recently voted against the CBDC Anti-Surveillance Act. Unlike Congressman Emmer, Foster believes in the importance of controlled privacy, distinguishing between continuous government surveillance and the ability to de-anonymize transactions …

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The CBDC Debate (Part 1) - Congressman Tom Emmer (R-MN) 29:19

10M ago29:19

29:19

In this episode, Austin and Amira (Head of Policy, Solana Foundation) chat with Congressman Tom Emmer (R-MN), a champion of the the recently passed CBDC Anti-Surveillance Act. Congressman Emmer details his concerns about government surveillance through CBDCs, emphasizing his beliefs in individual privacy and financial freedom. They also discuss top…

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The Pro-Crypto 2024 Election w/ Senator Bill Hagerty (R-TN) 55:22

11M ago55:22

55:22

According to Senator Bill Hagerty (R-TN), being pro-crypto is being pro-American. In this conversation, Austin and Senator Hagerty discuss the many partisan divides on crypto and the industry's global implications. Hagerty explains his views on regulatory overreach, CBDCs, repatriating American crypto founders, and much more. DISCLAIMER The content…

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The Infinite-LST Future w/ FP Lee (Sanctum) 50:23

11M ago50:23

50:23

In this episode, Austin chats with FP Lee (Sanctum) about the liquid staking landscape on Solana. They discuss the architectural differences between staking on Solana and other blockchains, such as Ethereum, and how seemingly trivial implementation details have profound downstream implications for builders. FP breaks down Sanctum's product suite an…

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A Crypto Native's History of Markets w/ Tarun Chitra (Gauntlet) 1:06:36

11M ago1:06:36

1:06:36

In this episode, Austin chats with Tarun Chitra (Gauntlet) about the history of markets and the evolution of the math which underpins them. Over the course of their free-form conversation, they cover everything from the ancient history of futures (literally) to the impact of computers on finance in the 80's to the creation of financial products on …

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Mo Shaikh, CEO and Founder Of Aptos | Revolutionising Global Monetary Transactions 1:02:46

11M ago1:02:46

1:02:46

Metaverse, blockchain, ChatGPT, NFT marketplaces and more! Discover the journey of Mo Shaikh, the innovative mind behind Aptos Labs, as he dives into his entrepreneurial roots and the inspiration behind his groundbreaking platform. From discussing ecosystem tools to emphasizing the power of empathy, Mo shares insights into his daily routine and str…

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Firedancer w/ Kevin Bowers 1:00:10

11M ago1:00:10

1:00:10

In this episode, Austin visits Jump Crypto's office in Chicago (The Pit) to talk about Firedancer, Solana's second independent validator client. They discuss its roadmap, its rollout, and the ways in which it will optimize and improve upon the architecture of Solana's existing client. Kevin elaborates on his unconventional views on programming lang…

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James Hickman, CCO of Ecospend | Ecospend's Journey to Government Partnership 28:56

12M ago28:56

28:56

This episode of Searching for Mana takes you on a journey, exploring the transformation of Ecospend from a fledgling startup to an industry powerhouse, illustrating how fintech companies are evolving and impacting a rapidly changing financial landscape. Our hosts Dan O'Riordan and Sachin Doshi welcome James Hickman, CCO of Ecospend, and share a viv…

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How Metaplex Core Moves Beyond NFT Standards w/ Stephen Hess (Metaplex Studios) 46:38

12M ago46:38

46:38

In this episode, Austin chats with Stephen Hess about the evolution of the Solana NFT ecosystem from the summer of 2021 to the present. Starting from the initial creation of the Solana NFT standard, Austin and Stephen reflect on recent technological advancements such as compressed NFTs, programmability, and the introduction of the "Core" standard. …

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