Lightspeed

By Blockworks

Lightspeed is a podcast for those interested in how crypto can solve real problems and create products users love. It's a callback to the garage days of Silicon Valley, where builders pushed the limit... more

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The podcast currently has 221 episodes available.

Lightspeed episodes:

August 29, 2025 Are DATs Bullish For Solana? | Carlos Gonzalez Campo
Gm! This week Carlos Gonzalez Campo joins the show to discuss the latest SOL DAT announcements. We deep dive into the impacts of DATs, VanEck's JitoSOL ETF filing, the launchpad wars & more. Enjoy!
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Follow Carlos: https://x.com/0xcarlosg
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Join the Lightspeed Telegram: https://t.me/+QUl_ZOj2nMJlZTEx
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Blockworks Careers: https://blockworks.co/careers
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Crypto’s premiere institutional conference returns to London in October 2025. Use code LIGHT100 for £100 off at checkout: https://blockworks.co/event/digital-asset-summit-2025-london
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Katana is a DeFi-first chain built for deep liquidity and real yield, by redirecting chain revenue back to active DeFi users.

The 1 billion KAT campaign is live. Bridge and deposit directly into vaults in one simple click and start earning immediately on your ETH, BTC, USDC, and more. Go to app.katana.network to check it out.
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Is your treasury losing value to inflation? Learn how to make digital assets like ETH and SOL productive with uncorrelated, protocol-driven staking rewards. A new report from Liquid Collective and EigenCloud outlines a practical guide for CFOs to integrate institutional-grade staking and restaking.

Read The Productive Treasury Report: https://liquidcollective.io/corporate-treasury-staking/
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Get top market insights and the latest in crypto news. Subscribe to Blockworks Daily Newsletter: https://blockworks.co/newsletter/
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(00:00) Introduction
(04:31) More Solana DATs Are Coming
(12:31) Katana Ad
(13:22) Eigenlayer Ad
(14:23) How To Make A DAT Successful On Solana
(23:09) VanEck Files A JitoSOL ETF
(28:45) Alpenglow: Solana’s 100x Improvement
(37:29) Katana Ad
(38:27) Eigenlayer Ad
(39:22) The Launchpad Wars
(51:09) Prop AMMs
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Disclaimers: Lightspeed was kickstarted by a grant from the Solana Foundation.
Nothing said on Lightspeed 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 solely our opinions, not financial advice. Jack, and our guests may hold positions in the companies, funds, or projects discussed.
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57min
August 29, 2025 Prop AMMs Are Solana's Biggest DeFi Innovation | Chris Hermida
Gm! This week Chris Hermida joins the show to discuss the rise of prop AMMs & their impact on Solana. We deep dive into what are prop AMMs, how do they actually work, why order flow is so important & more. Enjoy!
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Follow Chris: https://x.com/hermidao1
Follow Jack: https://x.com/whosknave
Follow Lightspeed: https://twitter.com/Lightspeedpodhq
Subscribe to the Lightspeed Newsletter: https://blockworks.co/newsletter/lightspeed

Join the Lightspeed Telegram: https://t.me/+QUl_ZOj2nMJlZTEx
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Crypto’s premiere institutional conference returns to London in October 2025. Use code LIGHT100 for £100 off at checkout: https://blockworks.co/event/digital-asset-summit-2025-london
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Katana is a DeFi-first chain built for deep liquidity and real yield, by redirecting chain revenue back to active DeFi users.

The 1 billion KAT campaign is live. Bridge and deposit directly into vaults in one simple click and start earning immediately on your ETH, BTC, USDC, and more. Go to app.katana.network to check it out.
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Is your treasury losing value to inflation? Learn how to make digital assets like ETH and SOL productive with uncorrelated, protocol-driven staking rewards. A new report from Liquid Collective and EigenCloud outlines a practical guide for CFOs to integrate institutional-grade staking and restaking.

Read The Productive Treasury Report: https://liquidcollective.io/corporate-treasury-staking/
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Get top market insights and the latest in crypto news. Subscribe to Blockworks Daily Newsletter: https://blockworks.co/newsletter/
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(00:00) Introduction
(03:07) What Are Prop AMMs?
(09:46) Katana Ad
(10:37) Eigenlayer Ad
(11:32) AMM Adoption On Solana
(23:27) How Do Prop AMMs Actually Work?
(25:50) How Will Prop AMMs Impact Solana DeFi?
(32:55) Katana Ad
(33:47) Eigenlayer Ad
(34:48) Why Order Flow Is So Important
(46:38) Liquidity & Volume Onchain
(51:27) Final Thoughts
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Disclaimers: Lightspeed was kickstarted by a grant from the Solana Foundation.
Nothing said on Lightspeed 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 solely our opinions, not financial advice. Jack, and our guests may hold positions in the companies, funds, or projects discussed.
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58min
August 22, 2025 The Future Of DeFi On Solana | Kash Dhanda & Samyak Jain
Gm! This week Kash Dhanda & Samyak Jain join the show to discuss the announcment of Jupiter Lend. We deep dive into Jupiter's partnership with Fluid, the future of DeFi, Jupiter's ultimate vision & more. Enjoy!
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Follow Kash: https://x.com/kashdhanda
Follow Samyak: https://x.com/smykjain
Follow Jack: https://x.com/whosknave
Follow Lightspeed: https://twitter.com/Lightspeedpodhq
Subscribe to the Lightspeed Newsletter: https://blockworks.co/newsletter/lightspeed

Join the Lightspeed Telegram: https://t.me/+QUl_ZOj2nMJlZTEx
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Crypto’s premiere institutional conference returns to London in October 2025. Use code LIGHT100 for £100 off at checkout: https://blockworks.co/event/digital-asset-summit-2025-london
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Lightspeed surveyed over 50 crypto pros on what they think about Solana tokens over the next twelve months — are they bullish or bearish - https://lightspeed-4bed7b.beehiiv.com/c/solana-token-survey

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Katana is a DeFi-first chain built for deep liquidity and real yield, by redirecting chain revenue back to active DeFi users.

The 1 billion KAT campaign is live. Bridge and deposit directly into vaults in one simple click and start earning immediately on your ETH, BTC, USDC, and more. Go to app.katana.network to check it out.
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Get top market insights and the latest in crypto news. Subscribe to Blockworks Daily Newsletter: https://blockworks.co/newsletter/
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(00:00) Introduction
(02:33) Partnering With Fluid
(08:56) What Is Jupiter Lend?
(11:58) Katana Ad
(12:56) What Is Fluid?
(17:19) Launching Fluid On Solana
(21:39) Partnering vs Acquisition
(26:44) Launching With Liquidity Incentives
(28:02) Katana Ad
(29:00) Jupiter’s Ultimate Vision
(37:31) The Future Of Borrow/Lend
(41:42) The Future Of DeFi
(45:45) The Future Of Perps
(50:49) The Jupiter End Game
(53:33) What’s Next For Fluid?
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Disclaimers: Lightspeed was kickstarted by a grant from the Solana Foundation.
Nothing said on Lightspeed 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 solely our opinions, not financial advice. Jack, and our guests may hold positions in the companies, funds, or projects discussed.
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58min
August 19, 2025 SOL Needs More Than DAT | Anna Yuan
Gm! This week Anna Yuan joins the show to discuss why Solana needs a DAT strategy. We deep dive into what the Solana ecosystem can learn from Bitcoin & Ethereum, the role of a DAT, does Solana need a narrative & more. Enjoy!
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Follow Anna: https://x.com/gizmothegizzer
Follow Jack: https://x.com/whosknave
Follow Lightspeed: https://twitter.com/Lightspeedpodhq
Subscribe to the Lightspeed Newsletter: https://blockworks.co/newsletter/lightspeed
Join the Lightspeed Telegram: https://t.me/+QUl_ZOj2nMJlZTEx
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SOL needs more than DAT: https://x.com/gizmothegizzer/status/1950255338155843845
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Crypto’s premiere institutional conference returns to London in October 2025. Use code LIGHT100 for £100 off at checkout: https://blockworks.co/event/digital-asset-summit-2025-london
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Katana is a DeFi-first chain built for deep liquidity and real yield, by redirecting chain revenue back to active DeFi users.
The 1 billion KAT campaign is live. Bridge and deposit directly into vaults in one simple click and start earning immediately on your ETH, BTC, USDC, and more. Go to app.katana.network to check it out.
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Get top market insights and the latest in crypto news. Subscribe to Blockworks Daily Newsletter: https://blockworks.co/newsletter/
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(00:00) Introduction
(01:44) Why Are Other DATs Larger Than Solana’s?
(07:24) Should All Projects Have DATs?
(10:58) Katana Ad
(11:56) The Solana DAT Playbook
(22:54) Do DATs Need A Michael Saylor?
(29:08) The Role Of A Solana DAT
(35:08) Katana Ad
(36:06) The Bitcoin & Ethereum Thesis vs Solana
(40:15) Does Solana Need A DAT?
(47:06) Are Memecoins Negative For Solana?
(52:00) The Solana DAT Strategy
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Disclaimers: Lightspeed was kickstarted by a grant from the Solana Foundation.
Nothing said on Lightspeed 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 solely our opinions, not financial advice. Jack, and our guests may hold positions in the companies, funds, or projects discussed.
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56min
August 15, 2025 Solana's Breakout DeFi Lending Protocol | Mary Gooneratne
Gm! This week, Mary Gooneratne joins the show to discuss the current state of Solana DeFi lending. We deep dive into how to compete as a DeFi lender, building on Solana, the future of Loopscale & more Enjoy!
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Follow Mary: https://x.com/marygooneratne
Follow Jack: https://x.com/whosknave
Follow Lightspeed: https://twitter.com/Lightspeedpodhq
Subscribe to the Lightspeed Newsletter: https://blockworks.co/newsletter/lightspeed
Join the Lightspeed Telegram: https://t.me/+QUl_ZOj2nMJlZTEx
--
Crypto’s premiere institutional conference returns to London in October 2025. Use code LIGHT100 for £100 off at checkout: https://blockworks.co/event/digital-asset-summit-2025-london
--
Katana is a DeFi-first chain built for deep liquidity and real yield, by redirecting chain revenue back to active DeFi users.
The 1 billion KAT campaign is live. Bridge and deposit directly into vaults in one simple click and start earning immediately on your ETH, BTC, USDC, and more. Go to app.katana.network to check it out.
--
Get top market insights and the latest in crypto news. Subscribe to Blockworks Daily Newsletter: https://blockworks.co/newsletter/
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(00:00) Introduction
(00:50) What Is Loopscale?
(03:41) The Evolution Of Crypto Lending
(11:27) Katana Ad
(12:25) Building On Solana
(14:42) Transaction Ordering
(16:40) Behind Loopscale’s Oracle Attack
(22:36) How To Compete In DeFi Lending?
(28:06) What Can Loopscale Unlock In DeFi?
(37:45) Katana Ad
(38:38) Crypto UX
(41:10) The State Of DeFi Lending
(47:39) The Solana DeFi Roadmap
(55:44) What’s Next For Loopscale?
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Disclaimers: Lightspeed was kickstarted by a grant from the Solana Foundation.
Nothing said on Lightspeed 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 solely our opinions, not financial advice. Jack, and our guests may hold positions in the companies, funds, or projects discussed.
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59min
August 12, 2025 The Next Chapter For Phantom | Brandon Millman & Sam Rosenblum
Gm! This week, Brandon Millman & Sam Rosenblum join the show to discuss what's next for Phantom. We deep dive into the state of Solana DeFi, the super-app vision, crypto's IPO window, growing through acquisition & more. Enjoy!
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Follow Brandon: https://x.com/BChillman
Follow Sam: https://x.com/sjrosenblum
Follow Jack: https://x.com/whosknave
Follow Lightspeed: https://twitter.com/Lightspeedpodhq
Subscribe to the Lightspeed Newsletter: https://blockworks.co/newsletter/lightspeed

Join the Lightspeed Telegram: https://t.me/+QUl_ZOj2nMJlZTEx
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Crypto’s premiere institutional conference returns to London in October 2025. Use code LIGHT100 for £100 off at checkout: https://blockworks.co/event/digital-asset-summit-2025-london
--
Katana is a DeFi-first chain built for deep liquidity and real yield, by redirecting chain revenue back to active DeFi users.

The 1 billion KAT campaign is live. Bridge and deposit directly into vaults in one simple click and start earning immediately on your ETH, BTC, USDC, and more. Go to app.katana.network to check it out.
--
Get top market insights and the latest in crypto news. Subscribe to Blockworks Daily Newsletter: https://blockworks.co/newsletter/
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(00:00) Introduction
(01:40) The State Of Solana DeFi
(08:46) The SuperApp Vision
(10:33) Katana Ad
(11:31) Onchain Equities
(14:57) Partnering With Hyperliquid
(19:58) Owning The End User
(24:00) Phantom’s M&A Strategy
(32:10) How To Make Successful Acquisitions
(35:49) Katana Ad
(36:48) Is Phantom Considering An IPO?
(43:23) Phantom’s Next Chapter
(56:20) Advice For Founders
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Disclaimers: Lightspeed was kickstarted by a grant from the Solana Foundation.
Nothing said on Lightspeed 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 solely our opinions, not financial advice. Jack, and our guests may hold positions in the companies, funds, or projects discussed.
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1h 2min
August 08, 2025 The Solana Seeker Phone Is Here | Emmett Hollyer
Gm! This week, Emmett Hollyer joins the show to unpack the launch of the Solana Seeker phone. We cover the key lessons learned from the Saga release, how to challenge the mobile duopoly, the long-term vision for Solana Mobile over the next 5–10 years & more. Enjoy!
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Follow Emmett: https://x.com/m_it
Follow Jack: https://x.com/whosknave
Follow Lightspeed: https://twitter.com/Lightspeedpodhq
Subscribe to the Lightspeed Newsletter: https://blockworks.co/newsletter/lightspeed

Join the Lightspeed Telegram: https://t.me/+QUl_ZOj2nMJlZTEx
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Crypto’s premiere institutional conference returns to London in October 2025. Use code LIGHT100 for £100 off at checkout: https://blockworks.co/event/digital-asset-summit-2025-london
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Katana is a DeFi-first chain built for deep liquidity and real yield, by redirecting chain revenue back to active DeFi users.

The 1 billion KAT campaign is live. Bridge and deposit directly into vaults in one simple click and start earning immediately on your ETH, BTC, USDC, and more. Go to app.katana.network to check it out.
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Get top market insights and the latest in crypto news. Subscribe to Blockworks Daily Newsletter: https://blockworks.co/newsletter/
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(00:00) Introduction
(02:23) The Solana Seeker Is Here
(08:10) Lessons Learned From The Solana Saga
(13:13) Katana Ad
(14:10) What is TeePIN?
(24:12) Network Guardians
(27:57) Katana Ad
(28:55) Launching The SKR Token
(34:21) A New Era For Crypto In The U.S
(38:42) Apps On The Solana Seeker
(46:07) Does Seeker Need A Breakout App?
(50:05) What’s The Biggest Opportunity For The Solana Seeker?
(53:01) Zora & SocialFi
(56:14) The Solana Mobile Vision
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Disclaimers: Lightspeed was kickstarted by a grant from the Solana Foundation.
Nothing said on Lightspeed 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 solely our opinions, not financial advice. Jack, and our guests may hold positions in the companies, funds, or projects discussed.
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1h 4min
August 05, 2025 The Internet Capital Markets Roadmap | Lucas Bruder, Max Resnick & Austin Federa
Gm! This week we're joined by Lucas Bruder, Max Resnick & Austin Federa to discuss the internet capital markets roadmap. We deep dive into how to bring more assets onchain, the latest happening with DoubeZero, how to improve Solana execution & more. Enjoy!
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Follow Lucas: https://x.com/buffalu__
Follow Max: https://x.com/MaxResnick1
Follow Austin: https://x.com/Austin_Federa
Follow Jack: https://x.com/whosknave
Follow Lightspeed: https://twitter.com/Lightspeedpodhq
Subscribe to the Lightspeed Newsletter: https://blockworks.co/newsletter/lightspeed
Join the Lightspeed Telegram: https://t.me/+QUl_ZOj2nMJlZTEx
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The Internet Capital Markets Roadmap - https://www.anza.xyz/blog/the-internet-capital-markets-roadmap
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Katana is a DeFi-first chain built for deep liquidity and real yield, by redirecting chain revenue back to active DeFi users.
The 1 billion KAT campaign is live. Bridge and deposit directly into vaults in one simple click and start earning immediately on your ETH, BTC, USDC, and more. Go to app.katana.network to check it out.
--
Get top market insights and the latest in crypto news. Subscribe to Blockworks Daily Newsletter: https://blockworks.co/newsletter/
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(00:00) Introduction
(01:44) The Internet Capital Markets Roadmap
(15:19) Katana Ad
(16:16) Who Is Solana’s Largest Competitor?
(20:03) Asynchronous Program Execution
(23:54) Onchain Execution
(31:45) Katana Ad
(32:44) An Update On DoubleZero
(40:56) Multiple Concurrent Leaders
(50:34) Solana vs Ethereum’s Long Term Vision
(54:49) Could SpaceX IPO Onchain?
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Disclaimers: Lightspeed was kickstarted by a grant from the Solana Foundation.
Nothing said on Lightspeed 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 solely our opinions, not financial advice. Jack, and our guests may hold positions in the companies, funds, or projects discussed.

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1h 3min
August 01, 2025 This Is How Solana Wins With Lucas Bruder
Gm! This week we're joined by Lucas Bruder to discuss BAM. We deep dive into the Jito origin story, what is BAM, toxic order flow, improving speed on Solana, Jito's impact on Solana & more. Enjoy!
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Follow Lucas: https://x.com/buffalu__
Follow Jack: https://x.com/whosknave
Follow Lightspeed: https://twitter.com/Lightspeedpodhq
Subscribe to the Lightspeed Newsletter: https://blockworks.co/newsletter/lightspeed
Join the Lightspeed Telegram: https://t.me/+QUl_ZOj2nMJlZTEx
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Katana is a DeFi-first chain built for deep liquidity and real yield, by redirecting chain revenue back to active DeFi users.
The 1 billion KAT campaign is live. Bridge and deposit directly into vaults in one simple click and start earning immediately on your ETH, BTC, USDC, and more. Go to app.katana.network to check it out.
--
Get top market insights and the latest in crypto news. Subscribe to Blockworks Daily Newsletter: https://blockworks.co/newsletter/
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(00:00) Introduction
(01:41) The Jito Origin Story
(07:26) Katana Ad
(08:23) What Is BAM?
(16:31) What Are TEEs?
(20:55) Toxic Flow & Speed On Solana
(27:04) Can Perp DEXs On Solana Compete With Hyperliquid?
(31:56) Katana Ad
(32:55) What’s The Timeline For BAM?
(41:15) The Jito DAO
(45:52) Jito’s Impact On Solana
(51:03) BAM Nodes
(54:42) What’s The End Game For Solana?
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Disclaimers: Lightspeed was kickstarted by a grant from the Solana Foundation.
Nothing said on Lightspeed 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 solely our opinions, not financial advice. Mert, Jack, and our guests may hold positions in the companies, funds, or projects discussed.
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1h 2min
July 29, 2025 The State Of Solana With Carlos Gonzalez Campo
Gm! This week we're joined by Carlos Gonzalez Campo to discuss the current state of crypto markets. We deep dive into can ETH continue to outperform SOL, an update on REV, stablecoin network effects, what is BAM & more. Enjoy!
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Follow Carlos: https://x.com/0xcarlosg
Follow Jack: https://x.com/whosknave
Follow Lightspeed: https://twitter.com/Lightspeedpodhq
Subscribe to the Lightspeed Newsletter: https://blockworks.co/newsletter/lightspeed
Join the Lightspeed Telegram: https://t.me/+QUl_ZOj2nMJlZTEx--Katana is a DeFi-first chain built for deep liquidity and real yield, by redirecting chain revenue back to active DeFi users. The 1 billion KAT campaign is live. Bridge and deposit directly into vaults in one simple click and start earning immediately on your ETH, BTC, USDC, and more. Go to app.katana.network to check it out.
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Get top market insights and the latest in crypto news. Subscribe to Blockworks Daily Newsletter: https://blockworks.co/newsletter/
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(00:00) Introduction
(01:50) State Of The Market
(06:36) Katana Ad
(07:34) Will ETH Continue To Outperform SOL?
(16:14) Stablecoin Network Effects
(19:03) An Update On REV
(22:19) What Is BAM?
(27:44) Katana Ad
(28:43) Sandwich Attacks
(32:36) Increasing Solana’s Block Limit
(36:59) Is There A Risk To Validator Centralisation?
(42:22) The Rise Of Crypto Treasury Companies
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Disclaimers: Lightspeed was kickstarted by a grant from the Solana Foundation.
Nothing said on Lightspeed 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 solely our opinions, not financial advice. Jack, and our guests may hold positions in the companies, funds, or projects discussed.
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49min

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