The Interop

Hosted by Interop Ventures

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130

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May 2025

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Technical deep dives with the entrepreneurs and developers building the decentralized economics networks which make up the Interchain. The Interop is hosted by crypto investor and podcaster @seb3point0.

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May 8, 202543 min

Crypto’s Casino Phase: The Future of Bitcoin, Ethereum & DeFi with Jordi Alexander

Join Jordi Alexander, CEO of Selini Capital and host of the Steady Lads podcast, as he unpacks the current state of global markets and crypto in a high-stakes era. From the macroeconomic shifts driving Bitcoin and gold to the speculative bubbles bursting in altcoins and meme tokens, Jordi shares his candid views on where value lies today. This episode dives deep into the intersection of AI and crypto, the future of DeFi, and the economic forces shaping the next phase of digital finance.🎧 Listen to The Interop on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/58QAYwzVjCLrWR8E4tWbgmConsider staking with Interop Ventures by clicking the following link - https://interop.ventures📚 Chapters 00:00 Introduction03:00 Crypto as a Casino Phase07:15 The Base vs. Speculation Framework12:00 AI’s Role in Crypto’s Future17:45 Ethereum’s Struggles & Lessons23:30 Bitcoin, Gold & Global Shifts28:00 Wrap-Up & Market Outlook📎 LinksThe Interop - https://interop.ventures/Selini Capital - https://www.selinicapital.com/🌐 SocialsJordi - https://x.com/gametheorizingSebastien Couture - https://x.com/seb3point0Selini Capital - https://x.com/SeliniCapital🔔 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and turn on notifications to stay updated with the latest insights in blockchain technology!

May 1, 202544 min

Why Ethereum Got Scaling Wrong with Lucian Mincu of MultiversX

Lucian Mincu, co-founder of Multiverse X, dives deep into the critical decisions that shaped the blockchain industry. He shares why Ethereum abandoned state sharding and how Multiverse X boldly implemented it from day one to redefine scalability and speed. Discover the game-changing potential of sub-second finality, adaptive state sharding, and the vision for invisible, seamless blockchain interactions. Lucian also tackles the rising demand for stablecoins, their role in global finance, and the shifts in payments that are reshaping real-world adoption.Consider staking with Interop Ventures by clicking the following link - https://interop.ventures📚 Chapters 00:00 Introduction03:10 Multiverse X Origins06:24 Why Ethereum Chose Rollups10:43 Sharding vs. Rollups18:37 Sub-Second Finality24:34 Stablecoins & Payments31:39 Future of Blockchain📎 LinksMultiversX - https://multiversx.com/Whitepaper - https://files.multiversx.com/multiversx-whitepaper.pdf🌐 SocialsLucian Mincu - https://x.com/lucianmincuSebastien Couture - https://x.com/seb3point0Plaza - https://x.com/MultiversX🔔 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and turn on notifications to stay updated with the latest insights in blockchain technology!

April 9, 202543 min

10% Yield on ETH? Here’s How Plaza Finance Does It

Ryan Galvankar, founder of Plaza, joins to discuss the groundbreaking launch of on-chain bonds and leverage products built on Base. From a 10% ETH-backed yield to the role of institutions in DeFi, Ryan explores how Plaza is redefining decentralized finance. Tune in to understand why long-term ETH investments could outpace market cycles and how programmable derivatives are unlocking new possibilities for investors.Consider staking with Interop Ventures by clicking the following link - https://interop.ventures📚 Chapters 00:00 Why Long-Term Matters02:10 Plaza Mainnet Launch05:30 ETH Investment: Long vs Short11:01 Institutional Adoption & Stablecoins16:13 RWA Tokenization Challenges23:59 Plaza Bonds & Leverage31:13 ETH Bonds Offer 10% Yield36:07 From Cosmos to Base📎 LinksPlaza Finance - https://plaza.finance/Plaza Docs (Overview) - https://docs.plaza.finance/🌐 SocialsRyan Galvankar - https://x.com/unhedged21Sebastien Couture - https://x.com/seb3point0Plaza - https://x.com/plaza_finance🔔 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and turn on notifications to stay updated with the latest insights in blockchain technology!

April 4, 202549 min

"Liquidity Fragmentation Isn't a Technical Problem, It's an Economic One" - Josh Bowen of Astria

Most rollups today aren’t sovereign. They rely on a single sequencer, creating a major centralization risk. Josh Bowen, CEO of Astria Labs breaks down how shared sequencing fixes this—eliminating blockchain silos and making rollups more secure and interoperable. Without shared infrastructure, modular blockchains just become fragmented networks. We explore the trade-offs in existing rollup solutions, why DA layers aren’t enough, and how Astria is reshaping the rollup landscape by removing single points of failure. This is how rollups can stay independent while still working together. The future of Ethereum scaling is here.Consider staking with Interop Ventures by clicking the following link - https://interop.ventures📚 Chapters00:00 What Is Astria02:10 Rollup Problems Today06:30 Why Sequencers Matter10:45 Fixing Interop & Silos14:55 Modular Chains Are Siloed19:20 Shared vs. Solo Sequencing23:40 What’s Next for Scaling📎 LinksAstria Labs - https://www.astria.org/🌐 SocialsJosh Bowen - https://x.com/JskybowenSebastien Couture - https://x.com/seb3point0Astria - https://x.com/AstriaOrg🔔 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and turn on notifications to stay updated with the latest insights in blockchain technology!

March 26, 202547 min

Build A Chain In Any Language with Melanie Mohr of PWR Labs

Melanie Mohr, Co-founder of PWR Labs, joins to talk about building a new kind of blockchain infrastructure—one that finally bridges Web2 and Web3. PWR Chain separates consensus from execution, enabling developers to build their own chains—called VIDAs—in any language: JavaScript, Python, C++, Rust, Move, Solidity. No VM restrictions, no validators required, and no gas tokens needed.We dive into:– How PWR Chain rethinks the Layer 1 / Layer 2 stack – Why most blockchains failed to attract developers – How DPoP (Delegated Proof of Power) secures the base layer – What makes VIDAs different from L2s and appchains – The potential for massive corporate adoptionPWR Chain isn’t just another L1. It’s a new model for scaling decentralized applications—built to handle the next 10 million developers.Consider staking with Interop Ventures by clicking the following link - https://interop.ventures📚 Chapters00:00 Introduction02:10 Powerchain’s Edge06:13 Developer Challenges11:22 Evolving Coding Standards17:53 Consensus and Validation24:04 Efficient Blockchain Design28:58 Data and Scaling34:35 Flexible Virtual Machines40:38 Power Token Insights45:57 Closing Thoughts📎 LinksPWR Chain (White Paper) - https://whitepaperv2.pwrlabs.io/PWR Chain Website - www.pwrlabs.io🌐 Socials (X)Melanie Mohr - https://x.com/mohrwomSebastien Couture - https://x.com/seb3point0PWR Labs - https://x.com/pwrlabs🔔 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and turn on notifications to stay updated with the latest insights in blockchain technology!

March 19, 202538 min

Hold DOGE, XRP, LTC? MoreMarkets Lets You Stake It!

Altan Tutar, CEO of MoreMarkets (formerly Nuffle Labs), shares how the platform unlocks the potential of dormant crypto assets like Doge and XRP. By leveraging innovative infrastructure, MoreMarkets makes it easy for users to participate in DeFi without bridging risks. Altan discusses the evolution from NEAR DA to enabling seamless cross-chain staking and liquidity. Dive into the conversation on restaking, fast finality layers, and the future of crypto usability.Consider staking with Interop Ventures by clicking the following link - https://interop.ventures📚 Chapters 00:00 Meet Altan Tutar01:30 Why MoreMarkets?04:20 Unlocking Dinosaur Assets07:00 Bridging vs. Locking09:50 Staking Rewards Explained13:20 Eigenlayer's Impact16:00 NEAR DA Insights21:10 AI in Liquidity26:30 DeFi Risks Simplified33:00 KYC Issues in Crypto36:50 MoreMarkets Roadmap📎 LinksMoreMarkets - https://moremarkets.xyz/🌐 SocialsAltan Tutar - https://x.com/mraltantutarSebastien Couture - https://x.com/seb3point0MoreMarkets - https://x.com/moremarketsxyz🔔 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and turn on notifications to stay updated with the latest insights in blockchain technology!

March 12, 202538 min

Symbiotic Mainnet: Why Modular Restaking Matters with Felix Lutsch

Felix Lutsch, Head of Ecosystem at Symbiotic, dives deep into the future of blockchain security, modular restaking systems, and the challenges of decentralization. Learn how Symbiotic’s flexible architecture is paving the way for innovative use cases like insurance, multi-asset staking, and RWA integration. Felix also shares insights on Ethereum, Cosmos, and Bitcoin’s evolving role in DeFi.Consider staking with Interop Ventures by clicking the following link - https://interop.ventures📎 LinksSymbiotic Mainnet - https://blog.symbiotic.fi/symbiotic-arrives-on-mainnet/Symbiotic - https://symbiotic.fi/🌐 SocialsSebastien Couture - https://x.com/seb3point0Felix Lutsch - https://x.com/FelixLtsThe Interop Podcast - https://x.com/TheInterop📚 Chapters00:00 Introduction to Felix Lutsch01:43 Symbiotic's Vision & Evolution04:03 Alignment with Cosmos & Polkadot06:18 Multi-Asset Approach Explained09:03 Bitcoin's Role in Symbiotic11:49 Trends & Applications16:08 Real World Assets Integration23:09 Unique Vaults & Partnerships28:07 Mainnet Launch Metrics34:11 Future Prospects for Symbiotic35:18 Centralization Concerns & Staking🔔 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and turn on notifications to stay updated with the latest insights in blockchain technology!

March 5, 202552 min

USDN: Real Yield & Programmability in One Stablecoin with Jelena Djuric of Noble

Jelena Djuric, CEO and co-founder of Noble, joins Sebastien Couture to discuss Noble’s groundbreaking updates. From the launch of the $USDN, a composable yield stablecoin, to its role in the Cosmos and EVM ecosystems, Jelena reveals how Noble is reshaping stablecoin issuance and real-world asset integration. Explore how Noble leverages IBC to eliminate fragmentation, drive adoption, and enable seamless liquidity across ecosystems.Consider staking with Interop Ventures by clicking the following link - https://interop.ventures📚 Chapters 00:00 Introduction01:01 What is Noble Dollar?02:11 Scaling as a Founder03:37 Team Expansion & Hiring06:24 USDC Growth on Noble10:18 Stablecoin Use Cases14:09 IBC Eureka22:06 Proof of Authority Explained34:16 Launching the Noble Dollar41:23 Future Plans for Noble Token46:42 The Role of Cosmos and IBC📎 LinksNoble's Website🌐 SocialsJelana Djuric on XSebastien CoutureNoble on X🔔 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and turn on notifications to stay updated with the latest insights in blockchain technology!

February 27, 202557 min

Will Stablecoins Replace Traditional Money? with Ryne Saxe of ECO

Stablecoins are changing the game in crypto. 🚀 Join us as Ryne Saxe, CEO of Eco, explains how his platform is building seamless cross-chain liquidity and making stablecoins the gateway for mass crypto adoption. Discover how stablecoins simplify payments, power emerging markets, and enable groundbreaking financial innovation. With insights on institutional adoption, user-friendly designs, and yield opportunities, this episode is a must-watch for crypto enthusiasts and builders alike.Consider staking with Interop Ventures by clicking the following link - https://interop.ventures📚 Chapters 00:00 Introduction02:10 Driving Crypto Adoption06:43 Stablecoins in Emerging Markets12:14 Institutional Stablecoins Coming20:09 Simplifying On-Chain Payments26:10 Eco’s Vision Explained30:09 Yield with Crowd Liquidity35:43 Intent-Based Transactions42:11 Solving Cross-Chain Issues50:39 Eco + Hyperlane📎 LinksEco Website - https://eco.com/🌐 SocialsRyne Saxe - https://x.com/rynesaxeSebastien Couture - https://x.com/seb3point0Eco - https://x.com/eco🔔 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and turn on notifications to stay updated with the latest insights in blockchain technology!

February 19, 202541 min

The Shocking Truth About Crypto Privacy

Join Adrian Brink, co-founder of Anoma, as he delves into groundbreaking concepts reshaping blockchain technology. Explore how Namada is leading the charge in privacy-first crypto systems and why intent-based protocols are the future. Learn about the push for user-controlled data, resilient systems for a chaotic world, and how decentralized blockchains can enable new applications. Get insights into building systems that protect user privacy while driving real-world adoption.Consider staking with Interop Ventures by clicking the following link - https://interop.ventures📚 Chapters00:00 Introduction00:43 Transparency Limits Blockchain01:05 What Is Namada?03:45 How Namada & Anoma Differ06:24 Crypto’s Transparency07:18 How AI Fits Into This13:28 Endgame for Intents18:49 AI Blockchain Apps23:18 How Super Apps Fit In30:19 Namada’s Roadmap33:07 Privacy Practices to Improve39:01 Regulation & Compliance📎 LinksAnoma's Website🌐 SocialsAdrian BrinkSebastien CoutureAnomaNamada🔔 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and turn on notifications to stay updated with the latest insights in blockchain technology!

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