In this special episode from the Empire podcast, Blockworks unveils its new Token Transparency framework—an initiative designed to close the information gap and bring much-needed clarity to the crypto space. Dan Smith, Head of Data at Blockworks, explains how this framework will reshape how token projects operate and why transparency is the key to crypto’s future. Enjoy!

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Timestamps:

00:00 Token Transparency

02:25 The Token Market & Lemons

09:54 Ads (Ledn)

10:30 The Token Market & Lemons Cont'd

11:40 Equity vs Token Risk

14:18 Structural Token Issues

17:12 How Did We Get Here?

22:57 Token Horror Stories

31:50 Token Launches

36:06 Ads (Ledn)

36:51 Token Launches Cont'd

56:50 Best Case Scenario

01:02:38 Impact On Token Prices

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Disclaimer: Nothing said on Supply Shock is a recommendation to buy or sell securities or tokens. This podcast is for informational purposes only, and any views expressed by anyone on the show are opinions, not financial advice. Hosts and guests may hold positions in the companies, funds, or projects discussed.

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