Beste Defiant Podcasts (2024)

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Strengthen Relationships with Gratitude and the Enneagram This Thanksgiving 31:36

5d ago31:36

31:36

Explore the deeper meaning of Thanksgiving and how to strengthen your relationships in this episode of the Defiant Spirit podcast. Baruch HaLevi emphasizes the importance of gratitude and mindfulness, and he discusses how to navigate family dynamics during the holiday season using the Enneagram as a tool for understanding different personality type…

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"‘By 2025, Ethereum Will Feel Like One Unified Network" | Hart Lambur 1:01:31

14d ago1:01:31

1:01:31

Hart Lambur, co-founder of Across Protocol and UMA, discusses Across’s mission to enable fast, low-cost asset transfers between Ethereum layer twos, with a focus on creating a seamless user experience. He explains how the protocol’s “intent architecture” leverages third-party solvers to improve cross-chain interactions, offering a cohesive way for …

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The myth of “optimal medical therapy” 25:26

15d ago25:26

25:26

Over 30 years ago, I help set up the first CT heart scan device in Wisconsin, one of the first in the entire midwest. This was so long ago that it was really an electron beam tomogrraphy, or EBT, device that predated the more recently developed CT devices. The point is that these devices acquired images quickly, about 1/10th of a second. This is im…

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Man UPrising: For Men Ready To Rise Up In The Second Half of Life 10:51

21d ago10:51

10:51

In this conversation, Baruch HaLevi discusses the concept of Man Uprising, a movement aimed at helping men navigate the different phases of their lives, particularly in the second half. He introduces the curriculum that underpins this initiative, which is structured around the phases of a man's life as defined by Carl Jung, specifically the Morning…

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ZKsync 3.0: Elastic Chain and the Future of Scalable Web3 with Matter Labs’ Nana Murugesan 34:37

22d ago34:37

34:37

Nana Murugesan, President of Matter Labs and former VP of Business Development at Coinbase, joins Camila Russo in this week’s podcast to discuss the latest updates from ZKsync, including the recently launched Elastic Chain. He explains how ZKsync’s approach to interoperability and customization aims to make Web3 infrastructure as seamless as Web2, …

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From Rock Bottom to Success: How Bitcoin Saved Dylan Kawalec's Life 41:57

28d ago41:57

41:57

In this week’s podcast, Dylan Kawalec, Head of Developer Relations at Goat Network, discusses the Goat Founders Club, which is a new initiative aimed at empowering developers and entrepreneurs to build on the Bitcoin Layer 2 ecosystem. He explains how the program incentivizes builders through a unique points reward system that can be converted into…

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Unlocking Wellness: Reed Davis on Environmental Toxins and Holistic Health Solutions 36:35

1M ago36:35

36:35

“Everyone coming in the door were sick and had already been to 8 or 10 healthcare practitioners and weren’t better yet. This is all wrong.” “It’s not just what you eat. It’s the air you breathe and the water you drink, the personal care products you use, household cleaning products. . .” Here is a conversation I had recently with with Reed Davis, a…

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9 Lives: A Spiritual Roadmap to the Life You Truly Seek 34:17

1M ago34:17

34:17

In this episode of the Defiant Spirit podcast, Dr. Baruch Halevi (“B.”) and Rebecca Rosen explore the intersection of spirituality and the Enneagram, discussing how these concepts can help individuals navigate life's challenges. They delve into the significance of the Soul Contract, the shift from victimhood to empowerment, and the importance of un…

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Omega-3 Fatty Acids: Facts and Controversies 21:53

1M ago21:53

21:53

Over the last 30 years, the question over whether omega-3 fatty acids from fish has been the subject of controversy, swinging from exuberance over its potential benefits to skepticism over whether they provide any benefit at all. It seems that one day we hear that fish oil reduces risk for heart attack, while the next day we hear that there is no s…

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Why Sui is Skyrocketing: Price Surge & Growing Ecosystem | Adeniyi Abiodun, Mysten Labs 48:56

1M ago48:56

48:56

Adeniyi Abiodun is the co-founder of Mysten Labs and a major contributor to the Sui blockchain. In this week’s podcast, he discusses Sui's unique positioning as a "global coordination layer for the internet," emphasizing its decentralized nature and its technical advancements such as parallel execution and the use of the Move programming language. …

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Democratic Candidate John Avlon on Depolarizing Crypto Regulation and Building Bipartisan Support 51:40

1M ago51:40

51:40

John Avlon is a congressional candidate for New York, advocating for bipartisan support of emerging technologies like cryptocurrency. In this week's podcast, John emphasizes the need for clear and reasonable regulation to foster innovation without stifling it, while warning against making technology a partisan issue. Avlon critiques the current reg…

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Building The Web3 Super App: Jack Booth on TON's Path to Global Crypto Adoption 1:08:31

2M ago1:08:31

1:08:31

Jack Booth is the co-founder of TON Society, a grassroots initiative driving community engagement in the Ton blockchain ecosystem, closely integrated with the Telegram messaging app. Booth explained how TON is evolving as a Web3 super app, bringing decentralized applications and financial tools to a global audience. He discussed the ecosystem’s uni…

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How NOT to have atrial fibrillation 28:21

2M ago28:21

28:21

Atrial fibrillation, or A fib for short, is the most common heart rhythm issue that plagues people. About 30% of people will experience this rhythm disorder at some time in their lives, an issue that becomes more and more likely as we age. The rhythm is typically experienced as the sudden onset of breathlessness and lightheadedness, and sometimes c…

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Redefining DeFi Lending: How Morpho Gives Users Control and Customization | Paul Frambot, Co-Founder 55:00

2M ago55:00

55:00

Paul Frambot, co-founder and CEO of Morpho Labs, explains how Morpho is a decentralized and permissionless lending protocol that allows users to create customized lending and borrowing pools. Unlike traditional DeFi platforms like Aave, Morpho externalizes risk management, giving users control over their risk exposure and liquidity. Frambot shares …

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No More Mr. Nice Guy: Are You Sick Of Being (or being with) A Nice Guy? 13:29

2M ago13:29

13:29

In this conversation, Baruch HaLevi explores the concept of 'Nice Guys' and the distinction between being nice and being good. He emphasizes the importance of authenticity, the courage to say no, and the necessity of setting boundaries. Drawing from his experiences and insights from the book 'No More Mr. Nice Guy', he encourages listeners to embrac…

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Building the Future of Ethereum: Joe Lubin on Consensys, Layer 2 Scaling, and Regulatory Challenges 47:51

2M ago47:51

47:51

Joe Lubin, co-founder of Ethereum and Consensys, explores the evolution of blockchain technology and the expanding role of the Ethereum ecosystem in this episode. He discusses Consensys' pivotal work in building foundational infrastructure, such as MetaMask and Infura, while outlining the strategic direction for future applications and decentralize…

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The Enneagram: A Tool for Understanding Politics, Finance & The World with Financial Expert Michael Finer 33:40

2M ago33:40

33:40

In this episode of the Defiant Spirit podcast, Baruch HaLevi and Michael Finer delve into the intersection of the Enneagram personality framework and its implications for wealth, politics, and leadership. They explore how different personality types influence political behavior, leadership styles, and voter preferences, particularly in the context …

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The Powerful Influence of the GI Microbiome on Sleep 21:53

2M ago21:53

21:53

Sleep issues represent a major struggle for millions of people: too little sleep, trouble falling asleep, trouble staying asleep, early morning awakenings followed by difficulty falling back asleep. Some people complain that, despite having a full night of sleep, they awake feeling like they didn’t sleep at all, struggling with sleepiness, fog, and…

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Unpacking True Leadership – Beyond Titles and Authority 50:21

2M ago50:21

50:21

Welcome back to The Defiant Spirit Podcast! Leadership is a critical aspect of any organization, but it’s often misunderstood or neglected. In this episode, Adam and B explore what leadership is, what makes effective leaders, and how to navigate the roadblocks that create breakdowns in leadership. Leadership is not linked to titles and authority. Q…

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Discover Your Enneagram Number Through The 'Ick Factor' 13:11

2M ago13:11

13:11

In this conversation, Baruch HaLevi discusses how to find your Enneagram type by exploring your 'ick factor' or shadow side. He explains that the Enneagram is unique in that it helps you understand why you do what you do. Baruch walks through each Enneagram type and their corresponding ick factor, highlighting the challenges and tensions that arise…

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Aerodrome Finance: Redefining AMMs on Base with Alexander Cutler 1:03:34

2M ago1:03:34

1:03:34

Alex Cutler, Co-Founder of Aerodrome, shares the story behind Aerodrome, a decentralized exchange (DEX) built on Base, an Ethereum Layer 2 ecosystem. He explains how Aerodrome incorporates the best features from existing DEXs, such as Uniswap and Curve, to create a more efficient, unified platform for liquidity providers, traders, and token holders…

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Masturbation or Mastery: What's It Gonna Be? 14:05

2M ago14:05

14:05

In this episode of the Man Uprising podcast, Baruch discusses the importance of having open and honest conversations about masturbation and pornography with your boys (of any age). B emphasizes the need to remove shame and stigma surrounding these topics and provides guidance on approaching the conversations. He also explores the spirituality of se…

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Latin America's Crypto Revolution | Ripio Co-Founder, Sebastian Serrano 43:52

3M ago43:52

43:52

Sebastian Serrano is the Co-Founder and CEO of Ripio, one of the largest crypto asset platforms in Latin America. In this episode, Sebastian discusses Ripio's evolution from a retail wallet to a comprehensive crypto platform that includes an exchange, OTC desk, and B2B services. Serrano also highlights Ripio's strategic partnerships with major comp…

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Sustainable BTC Yield on Bitcoin | Dr. Redouane Elkamhi Discusses GOAT Network 51:11

3M ago51:11

51:11

Redouane Elkamhi is the Economics Lead at GOAT Network, a project focused on developing a decentralized financial market on Bitcoin. In this episode, we discuss the project's goals, including the creation of a Bitcoin-based Layer 2 ecosystem with a focus on sustainable yield, decentralized sequencers, and economic incentives. Elkamhi outlines the p…

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The GLP-1 Agonist Weight Loss Disaster 25:45

3M ago25:45

25:45

You’ve likely heard the headlines gushing about the weight loss effects of the GLP-1 agonist class of drugs, agents that go by names like Wegovy, Mounjaro, Rebelsus and others. Doctors are declaring these drugs as breakthroughs or even magical, witnessing the rapid and dramatic weight loss they can achieve. People appear willing to accept the side-…

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Behind the Scenes of the Web3 Gaming Giant | Animoca Brands Co-Founder, Yat Siu 1:06:51

3M ago1:06:51

1:06:51

Yat Siu is the co-founder and chairman of Animoca Brands, a leading force in the Web3 gaming industry. In this episode, Yat Siu shares the story behind the rise of Animoca Brands, discussing its pioneering work in NFTs, blockchain gaming, and the broader Web3 ecosystem. He delves into the company's mission to bring true digital ownership to users t…

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Why Building Bitcoin L2s Matter | Stacks Co-Founder Muneeb Ali 1:06:50

3M ago1:06:50

1:06:50

Muneeb Ali is the co-founder of Stacks, which is a L2 that enables smart contracts and decentralized applictions to be built on top of Bitcoin. Muneeb is an early adopter in the blockchain industry with over a decade of experience. He offers a unique and insightful perspective on the current landscape of leading Layer 1 blockchains. In our conversa…

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How much of your personal health begins in the mouth? 28:02

3M ago28:02

28:02

The oral microbiome is second only to the colon in the density of microbes living there. The mouth is really a collection of varied ecosystems that differ in composition. For instance, the microbiome of the teeth is different from that of the tongue that is, in turn, different from the microbiome of the gumline. The oral cavity is therefore teeming…

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Disrupting The Status Quo: How io.net Challenges Big Tech's AI Dominance 51:19

4M ago51:19

51:19

Tory Green is the Co-Founder and CEO of io.net, which is a decentralized computing network that powers ML applications and a prominent project in the DePIN category. Their primary mission is to unlock fair access to computing power by assembling over 1 million GPUs from independent data centers, crypto miners, and projects like Filecoin and Render,…

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Common Myths and Misconceptions About Wheat 28:10

4M ago28:10

28:10

Despite having written 7 books in the Wheat Belly series pointing out the harms that this “food” has inflicted on people, harms that doctors nearly always misdiagnose as an opportunity to “treat” with pharmaceuticals and procedures, questions and ideas to the contrary continue to crop up. Some of these ideas are simply due to the barrage of adverti…

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Zerion Introduces New Layer 2 With Zero Fees | Evgeny Yurtaev 48:25

4M ago48:25

48:25

Evgeny Yurtaev is the Co-Founder and CEO of Zerion, which is is an investing tool that enables users to manage their DeFi and NFT portfolios. Recently, Zerion announced the launch of a new Web3 wallet and a Layer 2 solution, Zero Network. These new products aim to enhance the user experience in DeFi by providing a friendlier user experience cost-ef…

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Communication: A Conversation about Connection, Psychology, Enneagram and Spirituality 48:35

4M ago48:35

48:35

Baruch HaLevi and Adam Katzen discuss the importance of communication and its various components. They explore the role of nonverbal communication, tone, and words in conveying messages and delve into the impact of first impressions and the power of body language. Highlights the need for deep listening and understanding in effective communication. …

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OG DeFi Pioneer Kain Warwick Aims To Transform Crypto UX With Infinex 47:38

4M ago47:38

47:38

Kain Warwick is the founder of Synthetix, an OG DeFi protocol which allows users to mint and trade a wide variety of synthetic assets, including cryptocurrencies, fiat currencies, commodities, and stocks, providing liquidity and exposure without the need for traditional financial intermediaries. His latest project, Infinex, is focused on solving cr…

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The Finer Points of Vitamin D Supplementation 23:07

4M ago23:07

23:07

Achieving an optimal level of vitamin D provides numerous health advantages, from relief from winter blues to reduction in cardiovascular risk to reduced risk for several forms of cancer. It’s one of the most important nutrients to get right, i.e., achieve an ideal blood level of the primary blood marker for vitamin D, 25-OH vitamin D. But, even af…

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The Superchain Thesis: Scaling Ethereum with Optimism - A Deep Dive with Benjamin Jones 1:11:13

4M ago1:11:13

1:11:13

Benjamin Jones is the director of the Optimism Foundation, which is dedicated to scaling Ethereum and the team building Optimism Layer 2. Currently, Optimism sits in third place among Layer 2s with $6.42B in Total Value Locked. In this episode, we dive deep into the Superchain Thesis and explore how Optimism aims to optimize Ethereum scalability. W…

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The Most Rational View on Crypto with Noah Seidman, AKA Captain Rational 50:36

4M ago50:36

50:36

Our guest today is Noah Seidman, who has an impressive systematic view on crypto and how crypto fits into the overall macro market. Noah is a technologist with a career spanning two decades. He has a unique perspective on the intersection of crypto and finance, garnering him a reputation as a thought leader. While most on Crypto Twitter are talking…

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Skin Health from Within: Nutrients, Modern Diets, and the Gut-Skin Axis 31:17

5M ago31:17

31:17

In this episode of the Defiant Health podcast, I bring together a number of strategies I’ve discussed piecemeal in past that have enormous potential to improve skin: reduce wrinkle depth, increase dermal collagen, increase dermal moisture, accelerate healing, reduce existing sun damage and prevent future sun damage. Recall that we don’t achieve thi…

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Unlocking Bitcoin's Potential: How Rootstock Uses EVM For Scalability 56:37

5M ago56:37

56:37

Daniel Fogg is the CEO of RootstockLabs, the organization behind the Rootstock sidechain, which is a Bitcoin Layer 2 solution designed to enhance Bitcoin's capabilities with smart contract functionality. Rootstock was launched in January 2018, becoming the first Bitcoin sidechain, and is secured by Bitcoin's hashing power through a merged mining pr…

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Bridging Web2 and Web3: Suji Yan on Mask Network's Vision 1:05:15

5M ago1:05:15

1:05:15

Suji Yan is the founder of Mask Network, a platform that brings privacy and benefits from Web3 to traditional social media like Facebook & Twitter. Suji Yan launched Mask to provide users with tools to encrypt their social media interactions and protect their online privacy. His goal is to create an internet where individuals have more control over…

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020: Lies Men Believe: "You Are What You Produce" w/ Ryan Hamon 1:25:30

5M ago1:25:30

1:25:30

Lies Men Believe: "You Are What You Produce" with Ryan Hamon In this day and age, it's extremely easy for men (and women) to fall into this trap of thinking that our entire worth is built into the things we accomplish, the money we earn or the prestige we gain. The negative consequences of such thinking are far-reaching but we are not without hope!…

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YGG's Guild Protocol, Onchain Reputation, And The Next Wave Of Web3 Gaming With Gabby Dizon 49:34

5M ago49:34

49:34

Gabby Dizon is the Co-Founder of Yield Guild Games (YGG), a decentralized autonomous organization that invests in virtual world assets. Yield Guild Games focuses on creating a global community of gamers who earn rewards by playing blockchain-based games. YGG operates on the play-to-earn model, allowing players to generate income through in-game act…

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019: "Lies Men Believe," a teaser for season 2 9:19

5M ago9:19

9:19

After several months off during the school year and all that entails, "Lies Men Believe" is the theme of season 2 for The Defiant Dad Podcast. Several men from last season will be reprising their roles and helping equip us with truths from scripture to fight the lies we hear (and believe) on a daily basis as God-fearing men. Season 2 will run from …

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009: God's Faithfulness and Infertility w/ Ryan Hamon 1:27:40

5M ago1:27:40

1:27:40

Ryan Hamon is an associate pastor at Crossbridge Church in Sugar Land, Texas. In this episode, Ryan details the difficult journey of infertility that he and his wife walked through for many years before they were able to have children, and how The Lord was with them every step of the way. This episode is a great resource for anyone who may be in a …

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“The Dark Dirty World of Sugar”: An interview with Joyce Laszloffy 49:15

5M ago49:15

49:15

In this episode of the Defiant Health podcast, I interview Joyce Laszloffy who personally struggled with a crippling sugar addiction and overweight for many years. She experienced extreme ups and downs, trying to overcome the powerful pull that sugary foods can have on us. She shares how, for years, she managed to hide her addiction from her family…

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Robinhood's Big Bet on Crypto: Crypto GM Johann Kerbrat Explains 26:46

5M ago26:46

26:46

Johann Kerbrat is the Crypto General Manager at Robinhood, one of the largest exchanges in the world. In today's episode will delve into his journey with Robinhood Crypto. His thoughts on the future of the industry and the groundbreaking work they are doing to democratize finance for all. They have launched a lot of products recently, including a s…

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Decoding Emotional Eating: My Interview with Life Coach Molly Zemeck 33:24

6M ago33:24

33:24

In this episode of the Defiant Health podcast, I interview life coach, Molly Zemek. Molly comes from the unique background of having worked as a Le Cordon Bleu formally-trained French chef for 10 years. She is also a certified sommelier. But, with this intensive background in food and wine, she found herself falling victim to uncontrolled eating an…

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Revisiting Ripple: New Stablecoin, Airdrops, Network Attacks, and The SEC Case 1:08:45

6M ago1:08:45

1:08:45

David Schwartz is the CTO of Ripple, a Layer 1 blockchain that has been an established name in the cryptocurrency industry since 2012. Ripple is the platform behind XRP, one of the original cryptocurrencies, which currently ranks eighth in market capitalization at $30 billion. Known for its numerous legal battles with the SEC, Ripple has also recen…

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Inside PayPal's Blockchain Strategy: Insights from the Head of Crypto 1:03:57

6M ago1:03:57

1:03:57

Jose Fernandez da Ponte is the Head of Crypto at PayPal. PayPal's entry into the crypto market dates back to 2020 when they announced the integration of various crypto assets, enabling users to buy, sell, and hold digital currencies. Since then, they have progressively expanded their crypto offerings and adopted more ambitious strategies to incorpo…

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Nootropics vs Neurotrophics: Know the difference for preservation of brain health 26:19

6M ago26:19

26:19

You have likely heard the headlines: cognitive impairment and Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia are on the rise. Part of the increase is due to an aging population. But there are reasons that are adding to the increase beyond this. The epidemics of insulin resistance (recall that dementia is often labeled “type 3 diabetes,” meaning that the b…

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$100B in Digital Assets: Lukas Schor on Safe, $SAFE, Smart Accounts and Quantum Computing 54:04

6M ago54:04

54:04

Lukas Schor is the Co-Founder of Safe, an onchain asset custody protocol, securing ~$100 Billion in assets today. Originally developed under Gnosis as a smart account for securing digital assets, Safe eventually became an independent project after spinning off on its own. Today, Safe has a TVL of over $100B. In this episode, we go over the recently…

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