Exploring: ENA and the Synthetic Dollar w/ Conor Ryder, Ethena Labs
In this episode, James Ambrose, Head of Trading Operations and Treasury Services, fills in as host to speak with Conor Ryder, Head of Research at Ethena Labs. Together, they explore how ENA fits into Ethena’s broader ecosystem, what makes its tokenomics stand out, how it's gaining traction with institutional players, and why users might care about staking it today.From governance mechanics to real DeFi utility, this is the ENA deep dive you’ve been waiting for.
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Exploring: CELO and Real World Solutions with Founder Rene Reinsberg
In this episode of *Blockchain Bylines*, host Nic Cary sits down with Rene Reinsberg, Co-Founder and President of Celo, to explore how the mobile-first blockchain is delivering real-world financial tools, especially in emerging markets. From stablecoins and identity solutions to developer grants and governance, this conversation is packed with insight into how Celo is powering a new generation of applications for everyday users around the globe.Rene also breaks down how CELO’s tokenomics have evolved since becoming an Ethereum Layer 2, and what makes the project a unique fit for those who believe in crypto beyond speculation. CELO is available in the Blockchain.com Wallet, download the app to explore and trade CELO today: https://bcdc.onelink.me/Q9T6/gugbvo7i
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AI Revolution Pt 3: Inside the AI Gold Rush w/ Shaw Walters
In this episode of Blockchain Bylines, Nic Cary is joined by Shaw Walters, founder of Eliza Labs, to go deep into the chaotic and thrilling frontlines of the AI gold rush. From meme-shilling bots to life enhancing agents, Shaw has seen it all, and built the tools behind it.Forget abstract theory, this is what mass adoption actually looks like. Shaw unpacks why open-source matters more than ever, how crypto wallets are enabling a new class of autonomous AI, and what he expects (and fears) as AI rapidly evolves.
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AI Revolution Pt 2: Behind the Builders w/ Richard Muirhead
In this episode of Blockchain Bylines, Richard Muirhead, Co-founder of web3 venture capital firm Fabric Ventures, joins us to explore the evolving landscape of AI through the lens of VC. In this wide ranging conversation, Richard shares what early stage AI investment is like these days, what value has gone unexplored in the AI space, the philosophy of ownership in AI, what regulators are getting wrong and much more.We unpack the limits of SaaS, the next computing interface shift, and why decentralized privacy and tokenized incentives could power the next generation of AI applications.
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The Next Era of Stablecoins w/ Andrew MacKenzie
Welcome to the next era of stablecoins. In this episode, we’re joined by Andrew MacKenzie, founder of Agant, the company behind GBPA, to unpack the rising influence of stablecoins in crypto, fintech, and global finance. From daily use cases to geopolitical implications, this is your essential guide to understanding why stablecoins matter right now and how they could shape the future of money.We cover:- What stablecoins are - Where stablecoins fit in the crypto ecosystem- Real-world adoption by companies and platforms- Private sector vs public sector innovations and how stablecoins stack up against CBDCs- The role of central banks - The story behind Agant and building a digital GBPand more...
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