What’s the better bet for the future of crypto: Ethereum’s infinite possibilities or Solana’s hyper-optimized approach? In Episode 62 of Internet Explorers, co-hosts Jess Sloss and Josh Cornelius dive into the philosophical and practical debate shaping the next era of blockchain innovation.

This episode explores:

• Ethereum vs. Solana: Are we heading toward a decentralized NASDAQ or a broader trustless Internet?
• Rodeo’s Rise: Why NFT creators are flocking to social-first platforms.
• AI in Markets: Unpacking “hallucination yield” and how LLMs could redefine crypto adoption.
• Crypto’s UX Barrier: Why onboarding remains a pain point—and how platforms can fix it.
• Managed Agents and Networks: How agent marketplaces might reshape AI and DeFi intersections.

From crypto's ideological debates to the practical challenges of onboarding, this episode offers sharp insights for builders, investors, and explorers at the edge of the Internet. Whether you're team Ethereum, team Solana, or just curious, this conversation provides a deep dive into the forces shaping the decentralized future. 

Chapters:

00:00 - Opening: Sentiment Shifts

06:00 - Ethereum vs. Solana Contracts

14:00 - Rodeo vs. Zora Explained

22:00 - AI’s Role in Crypto Markets

30:00 - Crypto’s UX Challenges

36:00 - The Agent Marketplace Future

44:00 - NFT Speculation: Next Steps

51:00 - Managed Networks and Agents

57:00 - Closing Reflections

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