Mass adoption on the horizon? We look at how Telegram and its blockchain The Open Network (TON) are bringing NFTs and crypto to everyday chat apps. From username NFTs to stickers, from mini-apps to wallet integration, learn how one platform aims to onboard billions into digital ownership and blockchain culture.

The world of crypto-assets is entering a new era. With more than $4 trillion in crypto market cap and muscle from institutions like BlackRock and JPMorgan, regulatory frameworks such as MiCAR are reshaping how tokens are designed, issued and traded. In this episode we delve into token types, security vs utility debates, and how regulation is catching up to innovation.

Blockchain is evolving. This episode traces the shift from monolithic chains to modular frameworks. We explore how rollups, sharding (EIP-4844/Danksharding) and modular components are transforming how chains are built and how they scale.

From UST’s collapse to Anchor Protocol’s unsustainable 20% APY, this episode reveals the hidden risks in DeFi’s architecture. We discuss the technical vulnerabilities, the systemic contagion, and what the future holds for stablecoin design and DeFi regulation.

From the early Proof-of-Work era to the rise of Proof-of-Stake, blockchain technology has undergone a silent revolution. In this episode, we explore how the global consensus landscape is transforming — where scalability meets cryptographic privacy, and where governance defines trust. Discover how Layer-2 solutions, zero-knowledge proofs, and modular blockchains are reshaping the very foundation of decentralization. Whether you’re a developer, investor, or simply a digital-age thinker, this is your deep dive into the paradigm shift powering Web3’s evolution.

The United States is quietly reshaping the global financial landscape. This podcast delves into "crypto-mercantilism," an assertive strategy to ensure the dollar's dominance in the digital age. We'll explore the groundbreaking GENIUS Act, the strategic pivot to dollar-backed stablecoins, and the establishment of a national Strategic Bitcoin Reserve. Join us as we unravel how this new financial doctrine is forcing allies and rivals like the EU and BRICS nations to react, potentially fracturing the global economic order.

Often called “Digital Silver”, Litecoin (LTC) continues to prove its relevance in the ever-evolving crypto landscape. In this episode, we explore how MWEB (MimbleWimble Extension Blocks) and the Lightning Network are redefining Litecoin’s speed, privacy, and scalability. From ultra-fast, low-fee transactions to enhanced confidentiality and real-world payments, we uncover why Litecoin remains one of the most trusted and technically advanced blockchains in 2025. We’ll also discuss its growing institutional adoption, potential ETF approval, and how it serves as the perfect testing ground for Bitcoin’s future innovations. Whether you’re a long-time LTC believer or just discovering this “silver digital upgrade,” this episode will change the way you see Litecoin.

From a joke “meme coin” to a full Web3 ecosystem — Shiba Inu’s journey is one of the most fascinating stories in crypto. In this episode, we explore how the project is reinventing itself through Shibarium, its own Layer-2 blockchain, and how it’s expanding into NFTs, DeFi, and the Metaverse. We’ll dive into the roles of SHIB, LEASH, and BONE, the unstoppable energy of the “ShibArmy” community, and whether Shiba Inu can evolve from a speculative meme into a sustainable, utility-driven platform.
A story of hype, tech, and vision — can Shiba Inu truly bridge the gap between meme and metaverse?

Top recommendation: “NEAR, AI & the Open Web: User-Owned AI and Nightshade” (title #2).
Why: it merges two high-interest, high-search topics — AI and blockchain/Web3 — while using NEAR-specific terminology (Nightshade). That combination attracts both the large AI-curious audience and the Web3/NEAR niche, maximizing discoverability. Trend reports show the AI × crypto narrative is a leading theme in 2025.

In this episode, we explore the strategic convergence of traditional finance (TradFi) and decentralized finance (DeFi), enabled by the Google Cloud Universal Ledger (GCUL). This neutral infrastructure provides the foundation for global transactions, trusted by institutions that refuse to rely on competitors’ rails. Discover how Python emerges as the hidden catalyst, allowing quants and financial engineers to reuse existing skills, tools, and workflows to build the future of finance. From institutional adoption to Web3 innovation, this episode reveals how GCUL could become the backbone of a truly global financial ecosystem.