In this deep-dive episode, Joao sits down with Kedian Sun, co-founder of Level USD, to explore the evolving landscape of stablecoins and DeFi banking. From Level's innovative approach to yield-bearing stablecoins to the transformative potential of the GENIUS Act, discover how traditional finance is being revolutionized through blockchain technology.


What You'll Learn:- How Level USD transforms traditional stablecoins into yield-bearing assets through integration with Aave and Morpho protocols- Why the simplicity of Level's approach stands out in an increasingly complex stablecoin landscape- The critical distinction between payment stablecoins (USDC/USDT) and yield-bearing protocols- How DeFi composability enables Level USD to unlock new use cases for lending receipt tokens- Why emerging markets represent the next frontier for stablecoin adoption and innovation- How the GENIUS Act's regulatory framework is accelerating institutional adoption of stablecoins- The three-to-five year outlook for stablecoins' integration into traditional financial systems- Why Level's vision extends beyond stablecoins to create a comprehensive on-chain banking platform


Kedian Sun is the co-founder of Level, a pioneering stablecoin protocol launched in 2024 that integrates with leading DeFi lending markets. With a strong background in traditional finance, including experience at Wharton, Lazard investment bank, and the fintech company Brex, Kedian brings valuable insights to the intersection of traditional finance and crypto innovation. His vision for Level extends beyond stablecoins, aiming to create a comprehensive on-chain banking platform that makes financial services more accessible globally. 


Whether you're a DeFi enthusiast seeking to understand the future of digital banking or a crypto builder looking for insights into emerging market opportunities, this conversation unpacks the key developments shaping the next wave of stablecoin adoption. Learn why simplicity might be the ultimate competitive advantage in DeFi and how Level USD is positioning itself at the forefront of on-chain banking innovation.

Join host Joao as he sits down with Bernardo Vicente, founder of Tokensight, to explore the evolving landscape of restaking protocols and risk analysis. From Bernardo's journey through traditional finance to becoming a leading voice in crypto risk assessment, this episode unpacks the critical role of risk analysis in restaking's future. Discover insights into insurance solutions, breakthrough use cases, and why risk curators are becoming increasingly vital to the ecosystem. Whether you're a DeFi enthusiast seeking to understand restaking risks or a protocol developer looking to build sustainable solutions, this conversation offers valuable perspectives on the future of restaking beyond 2024 and the edge of DEX innovation.

What You'll Learn:

- Why restaking became popular in 2024 and how yield expectations shaped market perception- How innovative AVS (Active Validator Set) designs like CAP are revolutionizing capital efficiency- The critical role of risk curators in making restaking more accessible and secure- Why insurance protocols represent a promising frontier for restaking applications- How correlated slashing risks can be managed and mitigated across protocols- The importance of differentiated AVS risk profiles in building sustainable restaking systems- Why RWA (Real World Assets) integration presents new opportunities for risk framework development- The evolving landscape of restaking beyond simple yield generation and token rewards
Bernardo Vicente is the founder of Tokensight, a leading research firm specializing in risk analysis for restaking protocols. With a background in business, economics, and finance, combined with extensive experience in traditional finance and fintech, Bernardo has established himself as a prominent voice in the crypto ecosystem. He gained recognition for pioneering comprehensive risk assessment frameworks for AVS (Active Validator Set) protocols and producing influential research papers for major players like P2P, Aviso, and Symbiotic. In this episode, Bernardo shares expert insights on the evolution of restaking, the importance of risk curation, and the future of insurance protocols in DeFi. His work through Tokensight has helped shape the understanding of risk management in restaking protocols, making him a trusted authority for developers, investors, and protocol designers in the DeFi space.

Want to understand how the next generation of DeFi protocols are tackling MEV and arbitrage exploitation?


In this episode of Restaked: The Restaking Podcast, host Abi explores groundbreaking solutions with Ludwig, co-founder of Sorella, as they dive deep into Angstrom - an innovative protocol built on Uniswap v4 that's redefining how liquidity providers capture value. Learn how Angstrom's unique auction mechanism and batch processing could help prevent the $850M+ in losses LPs have faced from toxic arbitrage flows, while discovering insights into the future of on-chain orderbooks and app-specific sequencing rules. This technical yet accessible discussion unpacks complex DeFi concepts through practical examples, perfect for traders, LPs, and protocol developers looking to understand the cutting edge of DEX innovation.


What You'll Learn:

• How MEV and arbitrage currently extract hundreds of millions in value from liquidity providers
• Why traditional AMMs are vulnerable to price staleness and toxic flow
• The mechanics behind Angstrom's innovative batch auction system for preventing arbitrage losses
• How Angstrom's dual-order system separates arbitrageurs from regular traders
• Why centralized exchanges remain the primary venue for price discovery
• The potential for app-specific sequencing rules to revolutionize DeFi protocols
• How Sorella plans to expand beyond Ethereum to create a unified, cross-chain liquidity layer
• The future of sophisticated liquidity provision strategies for maximizing returns in DeFi

Ludwig is the Co-founder and CEO of Sorella, a DeFi protocol company backed by Paradigm that's revolutionizing automated market makers (AMMs) through their flagship product Angstrom. With deep expertise in MEV, arbitrage, and DeFi protocol design, Ludwig is pioneering solutions to address the estimated $850 million in value lost from liquidity providers due to toxic flow and arbitrage. His innovative approach focuses on fixing AMM mechanisms at the application layer rather than the protocol level, introducing a novel auction system that redirects arbitrage value back to liquidity providers. Through Angstrom's integration with Uniswap v4, Ludwig and his team are set to launch a groundbreaking solution that promises to make DEX liquidity provision sustainably profitable while maintaining decentralization principles.

In this episode of Restaked: The Restaking Podcast, host Abi is joined by Cristiano Boas, CEO and founder of Orki Finance, as they dive deep into the innovative world of Liquidity v2 protocol forks on Solchain. Discover how Orki is revolutionizing the DeFi landscape by enabling users to borrow USDK against staked and restaked assets while maintaining staking rewards. Learn about their unique approach to protocol security, collateral onboarding, and their vision for creating the most capital-efficient lending platform for LSTs and LRTs. 


Topics we unpack:

• How Liquidity v2's flexible design enables more efficient borrowing and customizable interest rates compared to v1
• Why CDP (Collateralized Debt Position) protocols can bootstrap stablecoin liquidity without requiring initial capital
• The strategic advantages of being part of Liquidity's "forkonomics" ecosystem while maintaining protocol independence
• How Orki approaches collateral risk assessment and security for new asset listings
• Why protocol-owned liquidity inspired by Olympus DAO could be an underutilized tool for DeFi treasury management
• The roadmap for Orki's expansion, including instant leverage features, stability pool vaults, and yield-focused innovations
• How restaking and liquid staking tokens are positioned to become mainstream financial infrastructure

Cristiano is the CEO and founder of Orki Finance, a pioneering liquidity v2 fork protocol on Solchain specializing in native credit layer and stablecoin solutions. As an innovator in DeFi, he has successfully launched USDK, a yield-centric stablecoin protocol that enables users to borrow against staked and restaked assets while retaining their staking rewards. With deep expertise in CDP (Collateralized Debt Position) protocols and stablecoin design, Cristiano has positioned Orki as part of the Forkonomics family of Liquidity, launching with five collaterals - more than typical forks at launch. His work in developing flexible, yield-generating DeFi solutions has helped democratize access to staking rewards and leveraged positions on Solchain, making him a leading voice in the evolving restaking ecosystem.


Whether you're a DeFi enthusiast or a protocol developer, this episode offers valuable insights into the future of decentralized finance, treasury management strategies, and the emerging possibilities of AI agents in crypto.

Ethereum’s future isn’t just about scaling—it’s about securing the next generation of DeFi applications, bridges, and oracles. Restaking sits at the center of that revolution.


In this episode of Restaked: The Restaking Podcast, host Kieran is joined by Anthony Sassano—long-term ETH staker, operator, and host of The Daily Gwei—to explore how restaking is transforming Ethereum into the settlement layer for the world.


Topics we unpack:

• The Bybit hack: What it reveals about DeFi security and censorship risks
• TradFi’s stealth takeover: How institutional players are moving in quietly, and why they’re bullish on Ethereum
• Restaking reality check: Why only a handful of AVSs will deliver sustainable yields—and where the real value will flow
• The Ethereum Foundation: How it’s evolving to meet the needs of a multi-chain, restaked future
• The Layer 1 wars: Why alternative L1s will struggle as Ethereum’s L2s and restaking infrastructure mature
• Moving beyond speculation: What it will take to onboard billions into crypto—and why DeFi’s next chapter is being written now
  
  

Anthony Sassano is a leading voice in the Ethereum ecosystem—a long-term solo staker, ETH pool operator, and host of The Daily Gwei, where he delivers technical insights on Ethereum’s development. Known for his deep understanding of staking, protocol infrastructure, and institutional adoption, Anthony brings a balanced, authoritative perspective on Ethereum’s long-term trajectory. In this episode, he unpacks the Bybit hack, the evolution of restaking, and why institutions are doubling down on Ethereum’s future.


Tune in for a comprehensive analysis of where smart money is heading and why the fundamentals of Ethereum continue to strengthen despite market volatility.

Is the dream of shared security a realistic one? In the first episode of the Restaked podcast, your host Kilian sits down with Misha Putiatin, Co-Founder of Symbiotic Protocol. Together, dive into the ins and outs of shared security - the state of affairs today, the opportunities it presents and the strategies we can all use to make the best of the moment. Tune in for an insightful discussion on:

• The evolution of shared security systems and how Symbiotic Protocol aims to revolutionise blockchain infrastructure
• The need for better security solutions, highlighting the $8 billion annual losses in a $130 billion market
• The key differences between restaking and shared security
• How the shared security market might evolve in 2025, with a controversial prediction that most restaking protocols will fail
  
  

Misha joins us as an exceptional mind from the world of blockchain and shared security.  Having previously been the CEO of Mixed Bytes, he led Lido on Polkadot before co-founding StateMind, a security company that has secured protocols worth billions including Curve, Instadapp, and Lido. With his extensive experience in blockchain infrastructure and security, Misha and his team spent eight months developing Symbiotic Protocol to address the challenges faced by decentralised networks seeking to balance security, speed to market, and true decentralisation.


Tune in for eye-opening insights on the world of staking and the future of shared security - a must-have in today’s crypto market.