The Interop

Hosted by Interop Ventures

Technology Business

Website RSS feed

Episodes

130

Latest episode

May 2025

Language

EN-US

About the show

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.

Listen to episodes

60 recent

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/58QAYwzVjCLrWR8E4tWbgm Consider staking with Interop Ventures by clicking the following link - https://interop.ventures 📚 Chapters 00:00 Introduction 03:00 Crypto as a Casino Phase 07:15 The Base vs. Speculation Framework 12:00 AI’s Role in Crypto’s Future 17:45 Ethereum’s Struggles & Lessons 23:30 Bitcoin, Gold & Global Shifts 28:00 Wrap-Up & Market Outlook 📎 Links The Interop - https://interop.ventures/ Selini Capital - https://www.selinicapital.com/ 🌐 Socials Jordi - https://x.com/gametheorizing Sebastien Couture - https://x.com/seb3point0 Selini 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 Introduction 03:10 Multiverse X Origins 06:24 Why Ethereum Chose Rollups 10:43 Sharding vs. Rollups 18:37 Sub-Second Finality 24:34 Stablecoins & Payments 31:39 Future of Blockchain 📎 Links MultiversX - https://multiversx.com/ Whitepaper - https://files.multiversx.com/multiversx-whitepaper.pdf 🌐 Socials Lucian Mincu - https://x.com/lucianmincu Sebastien Couture - https://x.com/seb3point0 Plaza - 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 Matters 02:10 Plaza Mainnet Launch 05:30 ETH Investment: Long vs Short 11:01 Institutional Adoption & Stablecoins 16:13 RWA Tokenization Challenges 23:59 Plaza Bonds & Leverage 31:13 ETH Bonds Offer 10% Yield 36:07 From Cosmos to Base 📎 Links Plaza Finance - https://plaza.finance/ Plaza Docs (Overview) - https://docs.plaza.finance/ 🌐 Socials Ryan Galvankar - https://x.com/unhedged21 Sebastien Couture - https://x.com/seb3point0 Plaza - 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 📚 Chapters 00:00 What Is Astria 02:10 Rollup Problems Today 06:30 Why Sequencers Matter 10:45 Fixing Interop & Silos 14:55 Modular Chains Are Siloed 19:20 Shared vs. Solo Sequencing 23:40 What’s Next for Scaling 📎 Links Astria Labs - https://www.astria.org/ 🌐 Socials Josh Bowen - https://x.com/Jskybowen Sebastien Couture - https://x.com/seb3point0 Astria - 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 adoption PWR 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 📚 Chapters 00:00 Introduction 02:10 Powerchain’s Edge 06:13 Developer Challenges 11:22 Evolving Coding Standards 17:53 Consensus and Validation 24:04 Efficient Blockchain Design 28:58 Data and Scaling 34:35 Flexible Virtual Machines 40:38 Power Token Insights 45:57 Closing Thoughts 📎 Links PWR Chain (White Paper) - https://whitepaperv2.pwrlabs.io/ PWR Chain Website - www.pwrlabs.io 🌐 Socials (X) Melanie Mohr - https://x.com/mohrwom Sebastien Couture - https://x.com/seb3point0 PWR 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 Tutar 01:30 Why MoreMarkets? 04:20 Unlocking Dinosaur Assets 07:00 Bridging vs. Locking 09:50 Staking Rewards Explained 13:20 Eigenlayer's Impact 16:00 NEAR DA Insights 21:10 AI in Liquidity 26:30 DeFi Risks Simplified 33:00 KYC Issues in Crypto 36:50 MoreMarkets Roadmap 📎 Links MoreMarkets - https://moremarkets.xyz/ 🌐 Socials Altan Tutar - https://x.com/mraltantutar Sebastien Couture - https://x.com/seb3point0 MoreMarkets - 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 📎 Links Symbiotic Mainnet - https://blog.symbiotic.fi/symbiotic-arrives-on-mainnet/ Symbiotic - https://symbiotic.fi/ 🌐 Socials Sebastien Couture - https://x.com/seb3point0 Felix Lutsch - https://x.com/FelixLts The Interop Podcast - https://x.com/TheInterop 📚 Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Felix Lutsch 01:43 Symbiotic's Vision & Evolution 04:03 Alignment with Cosmos & Polkadot 06:18 Multi-Asset Approach Explained 09:03 Bitcoin's Role in Symbiotic 11:49 Trends & Applications 16:08 Real World Assets Integration 23:09 Unique Vaults & Partnerships 28:07 Mainnet Launch Metrics 34:11 Future Prospects for Symbiotic 35:18 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 Introduction 01:01 What is Noble Dollar? 02:11 Scaling as a Founder 03:37 Team Expansion & Hiring 06:24 USDC Growth on Noble 10:18 Stablecoin Use Cases 14:09 IBC Eureka 22:06 Proof of Authority Explained 34:16 Launching the Noble Dollar 41:23 Future Plans for Noble Token 46:42 The Role of Cosmos and IBC 📎 Links Noble's Website 🌐 Socials Jelana Djuric on X Sebastien Couture Noble 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 Introduction 02:10 Driving Crypto Adoption 06:43 Stablecoins in Emerging Markets 12:14 Institutional Stablecoins Coming 20:09 Simplifying On-Chain Payments 26:10 Eco’s Vision Explained 30:09 Yield with Crowd Liquidity 35:43 Intent-Based Transactions 42:11 Solving Cross-Chain Issues 50:39 Eco + Hyperlane 📎 Links Eco Website - https://eco.com/ 🌐 Socials Ryne Saxe - https://x.com/rynesaxe Sebastien Couture - https://x.com/seb3point0 Eco - 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 📚 Chapters 00:00 Introduction 00:43 Transparency Limits Blockchain 01:05 What Is Namada? 03:45 How Namada & Anoma Differ 06:24 Crypto’s Transparency 07:18 How AI Fits Into This 13:28 Endgame for Intents 18:49 AI Blockchain Apps 23:18 How Super Apps Fit In 30:19 Namada’s Roadmap 33:07 Privacy Practices to Improve 39:01 Regulation & Compliance 📎 Links Anoma's Website 🌐 Socials Adrian Brink Sebastien Couture Anoma Namada 🔔 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and turn on notifications to stay updated with the latest insights in blockchain technology!