What’s stopping blockchains from talking to each other, and how do we bridge the gap? Host Nathan and co-host Gareth dive into the world of blockchain interoperability with John Kol, co-founder of HyperLane.
They unpack the challenges of connecting disparate blockchains like Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Solana, and how HyperLane is building seamless bridges for value transfer. John shares insights on creating a user-friendly crypto experience that rivals Web2 standards.
No tech jargon, just clear talk on crypto’s connected future. Perfect for newbies and crypto veterans alike! Produced by Tonal Media.

(00:00) Introduction and host welcome
(00:11) Blockchain’s communication problem
(02:34) Interoperability, defined
(03:07) Interoperability in the news
(04:42) Jon Kol on the island problem
(07:02) The technical challenge deep dive
(08:04) Web2 vs Web3 user experience
(12:11) Security vulnerabilities and bridge hacks
(13:57) Security improvements and modular solutions
(16:18) Starknet integration and real-world impact
(17:55) Future predictions: Two to three years out
(21:41) Wrap-up and takeaways

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