Stonks Go Moon

By Rocco Strydom

Stonks Go Moon (SGM) - is a value driven, punch in the mouth Podcast featuring exciting business, tech and finance guests... more

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December 05, 2024 #152 Rahul Suri | Crypto Fight Night
Welcome to the Stonks Go Moon Podcast with your host, Rocco Strydom. In this episode, we dive into the adrenaline-fueled world of Crypto Fight Night with its visionary founder, Rahul Suri.
Topics Covered:
The inspiration behind combining cryptocurrency and boxing.
The rise of celebrity boxing and its connection to Crypto Fight Night.
How the events are curated to foster networking, community, and competition.
A look at CFN 5 and upcoming plans for 2025, featuring global events in Dubai, Hong Kong, Las Vegas, and more.
Prediction markets, the role of professional and amateur fighters, and the journey of first-time boxers.
https://x.com/CryptoFightWeek
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15min
November 30, 2024 #151 Georges Chouchani | Making DEFI Better
Streaming from South Africa to the world, welcome to the Stonks Go Moon Podcast! In this episode, I’m joined by Georges Chouchani, CEO and Founder of Euclid Protocol, tackling the untapped potential of idle on-chain assets and revolutionizing DeFi with a unified liquidity layer.
What’s in this Episode?
Breaking down "idle on-chain assets" and their impact on DeFi.
How Euclid Protocol eliminates the need for traditional bridging by creating a virtual liquidity pool akin to a blockchain Swift network.
Insights into connecting over 50 blockchains and enabling seamless swaps without the hassle of bridges.
A discussion on crypto-friendly policies, the impact of the U.S. elections, and the future of decentralized finance under a new administration.
Key Highlights:
20,000 beta users and counting.
Solving liquidity fragmentation across thousands of blockchains.
Short-term goals: $2 billion in volume post-mainnet launch.
Long-term vision: Transform DeFi infrastructure globally.
https://x.com/EuclidProtocol
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14min
November 24, 2024 #150 Darius Tabai | Learning about Meme Coins and Prediction Markets
In this episode, we dive into the world of prediction markets, meme coins, and crypto's future with Darius Tabai, CEO and Co-Founder of Vertex Protocol.

🎙️ Key Topics:

What are prediction markets, and how do they work?
The role of crypto in revitalizing prediction markets.
Meme coins: Community, speculation, and societal trends.
Risks, scams, and the wild west of crypto.
The rise of sentiment over fundamentals in driving value.

https://x.com/vertex_protocol
https://x.com/DariusTabai
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19min
November 19, 2024 #149 Claudio Bedino | Growing Crypto in Europe
Join us as Claudio Bedino, Head of Consumer Growth for Europe dives into his transition from N26 to Gemini, his thoughts on the new MiCA regulations, and how Gemini is paving the way for a new era of financial freedom with education, empowerment, and trust.

We also explore:

The challenges of regulated growth.
Building a crypto ecosystem that resonates with real-world use cases.
Gemini’s ambitious vision for the future with their stunning new marketing campaign designed by Star Wars and Dune artist Matt Griffin.

https://www.linkedin.com/in/claudiobedino/
https://x.com/Gemini
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17min
November 16, 2024 #148 David Carvalho | Quantum Computing : The Next Arms Race
In this episode, we dive deep into the $225 billion cybersecurity industry, the looming threat of quantum computing, and how Naoris Protocol is redefining the game with decentralized cybersecurity solutions. David Carvalho, with 24 years of experience as an ethical hacker and a background advising NATO and the EU, shares his insights on:
• The potential "quantum singularity" and its implications.
• How Naoris Protocol's innovative real-time device validation and distributed cybersecurity mesh architecture are game-changers.
• The global arms race in quantum computing and its impact on cryptography.
https://x.com/NaorisProtocol
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25min
November 12, 2024 #147 Jon Hook | Building Successful Web3 Games
"Casual gaming meets blockchain – not by slapping it on but through thoughtful integration."
In this episode, Rocco welcomes Jon Hook, Co-founder of PlayEmber, to dive into:
• Why PlayEmber chose Immutable for its player rewards and ecosystem partnerships.
• PlayEmber: from traditional mobile gaming to integrating blockchain and NFTs.
• Key lessons from running data-driven tests to perfect casual Web3 gaming mechanics.
• Insights into gaming trends and the overlap between casual mobile gaming and Web3 audiences.
Jon also shares his process for dissecting the mechanics of top-grossing games and how PlayEmber innovates by merging Web2 and Web3 ecosystems
https://x.com/JonHook
https://x.com/play_ember
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15min
November 08, 2024 #146 Matt Luongo | Bringing Bitcoin Back to Basics
In this episode, host Rocco Strydom dives deep with Matt Luongo, CEO and Founder of Thesis, for an insightful conversation about Bitcoin, crypto innovation, and the future of decentralized finance.
What’s Inside:
• The origins of Thesis and its transition from Fold to a Bitcoin-first venture studio.
• Fold inancial services with Bitcoin-backed rewards and its path to NASDAQ.
• The transformative potential of Meso, a Bitcoin Layer 2 solution.
• Challenges and opportunities in today’s fragmented wallet and blockchain ecosystem.
• The BitcoinFi Accelerator, fostering the next wave of Bitcoin-based innovation.
Key Takeaways:
• Why Bitcoin’s purpose evolves while its network remains steadfast.
• How the ETF era is reshaping market dynamics and pushing Bitcoin to the forefront.
• Matt’s vision for a future where Bitcoin powers real-world applications like mortgages and beyond.
https://x.com/thesis_co
https://x.com/mhluongo
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18min
November 03, 2024 #145 Igor Bershadsky | Building an AI startup in Dubai
Join Rocco Strydom as he interviews Igor Bershadsky, Co-founder of Phron AI, on the Stonks Go Moon podcast, streaming from South Africa to a global audience!
In this episode, Igor shares insights on Phron AI’s pioneering blockchain technology and the world’s first dynamic blockchain – adapting in real-time through integrated AI. Learn why Phron AI chose Dubai as its base, how their proprietary "indirect LTFM protocol" reduces fees while maintaining security, and how their remote, global team pushes innovation.
https://x.com/Phron_ai
https://x.com/Igor_WEB3
https://t.me/PhronAI_Portal
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16min
October 30, 2024 #144 Daniel Duffy | Blockchain and the Complexity of the Eurodollar System
Welcome to a powerful episode of the Stonks Go Moon podcast, where host Rocco Strydom sits down with Daniel Duffy, a seasoned Fund Accountant for a major institutional bank, to peel back the layers of the often-overlooked Eurodollar system. Against the timely backdrop of global deindustrialization and big headlines—like VW’s proposal to close three German plants—Daniel brings a fresh perspective on the forces shaping global finance today.
In this wide-ranging conversation, Daniel walks us through the Eurodollar’s origins post-WWII as a financing tool to rebuild Europe, evolving into an unregulated, risk-heavy system that remains central to the global economy. As he explains, the Eurodollar system is complex and opaque, often misunderstood, and highly dependent on risk models and US treasuries as collateral. By breaking down historical precedents and current trends, Daniel sheds light on the looming challenges that could push the system to the brink, where liquidity crises and collateral scarcity have, and could again, shake markets worldwide.
Daniel explores how blockchain technology could offer transparency, security, and efficiency as a revolutionary alternative to the current system. He also shares takeaways from his recent paper on the Eurodollar, highlighting critical insights and solutions for listeners wanting to understand and prepare for potential shifts in the financial landscape.
Understanding the complexities of the Eurodollar System
https://danielduffy.substack.com/p/understanding-the-complexities-of-800?utm_source=share&utm_medium=android&r=25jsk8&triedRedirect=true
About the Guest
https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-duffy-520764200/
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29min
October 25, 2024 #143 Cecilia Hsueh | Transforming Payments with Blockchain
Join Cecilia Hsueh, Co-Founder and CEO of Morph, on the Stonks Go Moon podcast as she shares how Morph is shaping the future of blockchain for everyday consumers. With a unique approach that combines optimistic and zero-knowledge rollups, Cecilia explains Morph's mission to simplify blockchain and bring it into entertainment, lifestyle, and finance. Discover her vision for mass adoption, the impact of decentralized sequencers, and how Morph is breaking down barriers between blockchain technology and the real world.
About the Guest
Cecilia Hsueh, co-founder and CEO of Morph, brings a rich background in blockchain and cryptocurrency to her current role. Before launching Morph, she co-founded Phemex, a global crypto derivatives exchange, where she served as CEO. Her leadership at Phemex established her expertise in crypto markets and derivatives, laying a strong foundation for her transition into the Layer 2 (L2) blockchain space. At Morph, she leverages this background to create a consumer-friendly L2 solution on Ethereum, combining optimistic and zero-knowledge rollups to enhance blockchain scalability and accessibility.
Cecilia’s experience also includes guiding Morph through a successful $20 million seed round, attracting investment from leading crypto-focused firms like DragonFly Capital and Pantera Capital. Her strategic vision focuses on simplifying blockchain for mainstream users, emphasizing decentralized sequencers and modular architecture to make the technology both accessible and resilient. This deep commitment to user-centric design has helped Morph become a promising platform for consumer applications across finance, social media, and entertainment.
https://www.morphl2.io/
https://x.com/cecilia_hsueh
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16min

FAQs about Stonks Go Moon:

How many episodes does Stonks Go Moon have?

The podcast currently has 234 episodes available.