The Edge Podcast

By DeFi DadBusiness Investing

The Edge Podcast episodes

November 15, 2024 Veda: Building The DeFi Earn Network
Sun Raghupahti is the CoFounder and CEO at Veda Labs.
In this episode, we dive into how Veda is building the DeFi Earn Network to transform passive yield generation into a simple, secure, and accessible experience. Learn how Veda is breaking down DeFi’s complexities, leading in a new frontier of yield curation and tokenization, and unlocking opportunities across onchain ecosystems. We’ll also explore what it takes to bring DeFi to the masses, the opportunity in interoperability, and why vaults are key to mass adoption.
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► Edge Newsletter: https://the-edge.xyz
► Youtube: https://youtube.com/@defidad
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► Learn about DeFi and Web3: http://defidad.com/
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The Edge Podcast Sponsor Resources
♦️ REDSTONE ORACLES | THE FASTEST GROWING ORACLE FOR DEFI
☀️ SUMMER.FI | THE BEST PLACE TO BORROW AND EARN IN DEFI
🧙 MERLIN CHAIN | THE RISE OF BITCOIN'S LARGEST LAYER 2
🧪 MANTLE | START YOUR RESTAKING JOURNEY TODAY WITH CMETH
🐡 PUFFER FINANCE | A LEADING INNOVATOR IN LIQUID RESTAKING, BASED ROLLUPS, AND AVS'S
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Timestamps
0:00 - Intro
4:14 - What led to building Veda?
6:34 - What is Veda’s mission?
7:04 - Why are vaults and curation so crucial for DeFi?
9:22 - Veda’s breakout moment with ether.fi
14:16 - How will Veda protocol move closer to the end-user?
17:21 - Why do protocols turn to Veda?
21:46 - Which networks does Veda support?
22:57 - Mantle mid-roll
23:38 - What else do we need to take DeFi mainstream?
25:59 - How big can BTC restaking get?
28:21 - Puffer Finance mid-roll
29:06 - Thoughts on AI merging with DeFi products
31:45 - The role of modularity in Veda
34:32 - The opportunity with interoperability
36:12 - Closing
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🔗 Guest Links 🔗
► Veda Website: https://veda.tech/
► Veda on X/Twitter: https://x.com/veda_labs
► Sun on X/Twitter: https://x.com/sunandr_
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If you're a DeFi/Web3 builder, contact our team at: https://fourthrevolution.capital/
All opinions expressed by hosts and podcast guests are solely their own opinions and not necessarily those of Fourth Revolution Capital. Podcast guests and 4RC may have positions in the assets or other matters discussed in this podcast. DeFi Dad is invested in Veda Labs. This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be relied upon as a basis for investment decisions. Do your own research. This is not a recommendation or endorsement to buy any token(s) related to any platform(s) discussed.
39 min
November 11, 2024 YIELD TALKS: How To Trade Points For Profits With Rumpel
Kenton Prescott is the Founder of Rumpel.
We produce this live recording weekly on Twitter/X, diving deep into the most promising DeFi yields and protocols. In this episode, we’re diving into Rumpel, the first protocol designed to turn your loyalty points into real profits. Rumpel enables users to tokenize and trade offchain loyalty points on secondary markets, unlocking liquidity and new earning potential from the points they've accumulated. Discover how Rumpel lets us as users enter high-yield markets, trade points for cash flow, and even earn yield—all without tying up principal capital.
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🔗 Essential Show Links 🔗
► Edge Newsletter: https://the-edge.xyz
► Youtube: https://youtube.com/@defidad
► Apple: https://tinyurl.com/edgepod
► Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/edgepodspotify
► Linktree: https://linktr.ee/edge_pod
► Follow DeFi Dad: https://twitter.com/DeFi_Dad
► Follow Nomatic: https://twitter.com/Nomaticcap
► Learn about DeFi and Web3: http://defidad.com/
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The Edge Podcast Sponsor Resources
♦️ REDSTONE ORACLES | THE FASTEST GROWING ORACLE FOR DEFI
☀️ SUMMER.FI | THE BEST PLACE TO BORROW AND EARN IN DEFI
🧙 MERLIN CHAIN | THE RISE OF BITCOIN'S LARGEST LAYER 2
🔥 FBTC | YOUR GATEWAY TO BITCOIN EARNINGS
🐡 PUFFER FINANCE | A LEADING INNOVATOR IN LIQUID RESTAKING, BASED ROLLUPS, AND AVS'S
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Timestamps
0:00 - Intro
1:13 - The problem with points
3:14 - How do you turn points into tradable tokens?
4:55 - Walkthrough of Rumpel app + implied APRs explained
8:13 - Can users enter points farms via Rumpel?
10:15 - Minting points into tokens + trading tokenized points
14:46 - Sponsor mid-roll
16:50 - Rumpel’s Early Access launch on Ethereum Mainnet

18:01 - Where liquidity to trade Rumpel tokenized points comes from?
26:09 - Can we auto-sell tokenized points from Rumpel Strategies?
28:02 - FBTC mid-roll
28:44 - Thoughts on the points meta in crypto
35:22 - What’s next for Rumpel?
39:53 - Closing
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🔗 Guest Links 🔗
► Rumpel Website: https://rumpel.xyz/
► Rumpel on Twitter: https://x.com/rumpellabs
► Kenton on Twitter: https://x.com/KentonPrescott

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If you're a DeFi/Web3 builder, contact our team at: https://fourthrevolution.capital/
All opinions expressed by hosts and podcast guests are solely their own opinions and not necessarily those of the hosts. Podcast guests and hosts may have positions in the assets or other matters discussed in this podcast. DeFi Dad was an angel investor in Kenton's original project Sense Finance. This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be relied upon as a basis for investment decisions. Do your own research. This is not a recommendation or endorsement to buy any token(s) related to any platform(s) discussed.
43 min
November 09, 2024 NEAR's Vision For Building The User-Owned Internet
Illia Polosukhin is CoFounder at NEAR Protocol and CEO at NEAR Foundation.
In this episode, we explore NEAR Protocol's vision for a user-owned internet and how it’s pushing the boundaries for building for crypto x AI applications. Illia shares insights into the protocol’s journey, the development of groundbreaking features like AI-driven governance, and its pioneering sharding technology. Tune in to learn how NEAR innovations could reshape the UX of decentralized applications and radically accelerate a future where user-owned AI improves all of our lives.
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🔗 Essential Show Links 🔗
► Edge Newsletter: https://the-edge.xyz
► Youtube: https://youtube.com/@defidad
► Apple: https://tinyurl.com/edgepod
► Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/edgepodspotify
► Linktree: https://linktr.ee/edge_pod
► Follow DeFi Dad: https://x.com/DeFi_Dad
► Follow Nomatic: https://x.com/Nomaticcap
► Learn about DeFi and Web3: http://defidad.com/
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The Edge Podcast Sponsor Resources
♦️ REDSTONE ORACLES | THE FASTEST GROWING ORACLE FOR DEFI
☀️ SUMMER.FI | THE BEST PLACE TO BORROW AND EARN IN DEFI
🧙 MERLIN CHAIN | THE RISE OF BITCOIN'S LARGEST LAYER 2
🔥 FBTC | YOUR GATEWAY TO BITCOIN EARNINGS
🐡 PUFFER FINANCE | A LEADING INNOVATOR IN LIQUID RESTAKING, BASED ROLLUPS, AND AVS'S
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Timestamps
0:00 - Intro
3:41 - Founding NEAR Protocol and NEAR AI
14:16 - How will we know NEAR’s been successful?
17:04 - How NEAR differentiates from other L1s?
22:46 - How NEAR’s architecture empowers dApps
27:50 - FBTC mid-roll
28:30 - How will the crypto UX be impacted by NEAR’s stack?
30:59 - NEAR’s transition to DAO governance model
33:13 - Illia’s vision for an AI CEO
36:02 - What is user-owned AI?
41:31 - Status of the NEAR AI team
43:22 - Puffer Finance mid-roll
44:07 - NEAR value accrual from AI efforts
45:21 - REDACTED conference
50:08 - Thoughts on regulation in the face of a user-owned Internet
54:23 - Closing
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🔗 Guest Links 🔗
► NEAR Website: https://near.org/
► NEAR on X/Twitter: https://x.com/nearprotocol
► Illia on X/Twitter: https://x.com/ilblackdragon
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If you're a DeFi/Web3 builder, contact our team at: https://fourthrevolution.capital/
All opinions expressed by hosts and podcast guests are solely their own opinions and not necessarily those of Fourth Revolution Capital. Podcast guests and 4RC may have positions in the assets or other matters discussed in this podcast. This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be relied upon as a basis for investment decisions. Do your own research. This is not a recommendation or endorsement to buy any token(s) related to any platform(s) discussed.
57 min
November 01, 2024 Moonwell's Comeback Story: Building DeFi For Everyone On Base
Luke Youngblood is a Founding Contributor at Moonwell.
In this episode, we explore Moonwell’s comeback story and its mission to make DeFi accessible for everyone on Base. The Moonwell team shares how they’re building a secure, user-friendly platform that brings newcomers and seasoned users together, while tackling the unique challenges of the Base L2. Tune in for insights into their roadmap, partnerships, and vision for democratizing DeFi!
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🔗 Essential Show Links 🔗
► Edge Newsletter: https://the-edge.xyz
► Youtube: https://youtube.com/@defidad
► Apple: https://tinyurl.com/edgepod
► Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/edgepodspotify
► Linktree: https://linktr.ee/edge_pod
► Follow DeFi Dad: https://x.com/DeFi_Dad
► Follow Nomatic: https://x.com/Nomaticcap
► Learn about DeFi and Web3: http://defidad.com/
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The Edge Podcast Sponsor Resources
♦️ REDSTONE ORACLES | THE FASTEST GROWING ORACLE FOR DEFI
☀️ SUMMER.FI | THE BEST PLACE TO BORROW AND EARN IN DEFI
🧙 MERLIN CHAIN | THE RISE OF BITCOIN'S LARGEST LAYER 2
🔥 FBTC | YOUR GATEWAY TO BITCOIN EARNINGS
🐡 PUFFER FINANCE | A LEADING INNOVATOR IN LIQUID RESTAKING, BASED ROLLUPS, AND AVS'S
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Timestamps
0:00 - Intro
3:24 - Working at Coinbase + starting Moonwell
6:54 - Thoughts on Coinbase’s onchain future
10:43 - Moonwell’s comeback building on Base
16:16 - Base’s path to decentralization
21:07 - Moonwell’s mission and differentiation
24:29 - Mantle mid-roll
25:10 - Moonwell demo
32:28 - Are PWA’s reaching parity with appstore apps?
33:23 - How Moonwell Vaults work
39:15 - The importance of stablecoins
42:50 - Puffer Finance mid-roll
43:35 - Partnering with The Circle Alliance
45:50 - What else do we need to make DeFi for all?
47:37 - The endgame for The Superchain
50:47 - Working on hard problems
52:48 - Closing
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🔗 Guest Links 🔗
► Moonwell Website: https://moonwell.fi/
► Moonwell on X/Twitter: https://x.com/moonwelldefi
► Luke on X/Twitter: https://x.com/lukeyoungblood
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If you're a DeFi/Web3 builder, contact our team at: https://fourthrevolution.capital/
All opinions expressed by hosts and podcast guests are solely their own opinions and not necessarily those of Fourth Revolution Capital. Podcast guests and 4RC may have positions in the assets or other matters discussed in this podcast. This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be relied upon as a basis for investment decisions. Do your own research. This is not a recommendation or endorsement to buy any token(s) related to any platform(s) discussed.
56 min
October 28, 2024 Exploring Summer.fi: Lend, Borrow and Loop Like A DeFi Pro
Chris Bradbury is the CEO of Summer.fi.
In this episode, we dive into Summer.fi, a trusted platform for making DeFi simpler and more accessible for everyone. Join us as we explore how Summer.fi helps users lend, borrow, loop, and optimize their yield farming with ease. Plus, get the inside scoop on their upcoming Lazy Summer Protocol, designed to automate passive yield and give DeFi investors a real edge. Whether you're a DeFi newcomer or a pro, this conversation unveils the tools used by top-tier investors to stay ahead. Don’t miss it!
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🔗 Essential Show Links 🔗
► Edge Newsletter: https://the-edge.xyz
► Youtube: https://youtube.com/@defidad
► Apple: https://tinyurl.com/edgepod
► Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/edgepodspotify
► Linktree: https://linktr.ee/edge_pod
► Follow DeFi Dad: https://x.com/DeFi_Dad
► Follow Nomatic: https://x.com/Nomaticcap
► Learn about DeFi and Web3: http://defidad.com/
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The Edge Podcast Sponsor Resources
♦️ REDSTONE ORACLES | THE FASTEST GROWING ORACLE FOR DEFI
🧙 MERLIN CHAIN | THE RISE OF BITCOIN'S LARGEST LAYER 2
🔥 FBTC | YOUR GATEWAY TO BITCOIN EARNINGS
🐡 PUFFER FINANCE | A LEADING INNOVATOR IN LIQUID RESTAKING, BASED ROLLUPS, AND AVS'S
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Timestamps
0:00 - Intro
3:24 - Summer.fi’s roots in Maker and Oasis
6:37 - What is Summer.fi solving for?
8:23 - Why does Summer.fi curate yields?
10:44 - Summer.fi in a bear, bull or flat market
17:37 - Automation for trading positions
25:15 - FBTC mid-roll
25:56 - Advantages of Summer.fi frontend vs protocol frontends
27:45 - Making geo-restricted opportunities available
29:30 - What are $RAYS and how to earn them?
32:55 - What is the Lazy Summer Protocol?
38:54 - Puffer Finance mid-roll
39:39 - Thoughts on opening Summer.fi to risk curators
44:44 - Lazy Summer Protocol future token coming
45:52 - Potential to partner with Web2 to intro DeFi to more users
49:43 - Closing + popular strategies on Summer.fi
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🔗 Guest Links 🔗
► Summer.fi Website: https://summer.fi/
► Summer.fi on X/Twitter: https://x.com/summerfinance_
► Chris on X/Twitter: https://x.com/chrisbducky
► Summer.fi on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@summerdotfi
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If you're a DeFi/Web3 builder, contact our team at: https://fourthrevolution.capital/
All opinions expressed by hosts and podcast guests are solely their own opinions and not necessarily those of Fourth Revolution Capital. Podcast guests and 4RC may have positions in the assets or other matters discussed in this podcast. This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be relied upon as a basis for investment decisions. Do your own research. This is not a recommendation or endorsement to buy any token(s) related to any platform(s) discussed.
54 min
October 27, 2024 YIELD TALKS: Simplifying Advanced DeFi with Dolomite’s Strategies Hub
Corey Caplan is the CoFounder of Dolomite.
We produce this live recording weekly on Twitter/X, diving deep into the most promising DeFi yields and protocols. In this episode, we explore Dolomite—a powerful money market and trading platform unlocking new ways to earn yield. We’ll dive into their new Dolomite Strategies Hub, designed to simplify advanced strategies for everyone. How can users leverage it to maximize returns, and what does this mean for the future of accessible DeFi yield?
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🔗 Essential Show Links 🔗
► Edge Newsletter: https://the-edge.xyz
► Youtube: https://youtube.com/@defidad
► Apple: https://tinyurl.com/edgepod
► Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/edgepodspotify
► Linktree: https://linktr.ee/edge_pod
► Follow DeFi Dad: https://twitter.com/DeFi_Dad
► Follow Nomatic: https://twitter.com/Nomaticcap
► Learn about DeFi and Web3: http://defidad.com/
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The Edge Podcast Sponsor Resources
♦️ REDSTONE ORACLES | THE FASTEST GROWING ORACLE FOR DEFI
☀️ SUMMER.FI | THE BEST PLACE TO BORROW AND EARN IN DEFI
🧙 MERLIN CHAIN | THE RISE OF BITCOIN'S LARGEST LAYER 2
🔥 FBTC | YOUR GATEWAY TO BITCOIN EARNINGS
🐡 PUFFER FINANCE | A LEADING INNOVATOR IN LIQUID RESTAKING, BASED ROLLUPS, AND AVS'S
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Timestamps
0:00 - Intro
1:46 - What is Dolomite?
6:21 - Choosing the best L2s to deploy on
10:43 - Puffer Finance mid-roll
11:28 - Which strategies & yields users seek on Dolomite
15:35 - Watershed moment supporting Pendle PTs
18:33 - Why build on Dolomite Strategies?
22:32 - Summer.fi and RedStone Oracles mid-roll
24:36 - Comparing Dolomite Strategies with other looping platforms
29:42 - Example with looping PT-mETH
34:13 - How will Dolomite add new Strategies?
36:10 - FBTC mid-roll
36:52 - What are Minerals?
38:50 - Why Dolomite is excited for Berachain?
41:47 - Corey’s favorite Dolomite Strategies
46:10 - What is the most popular strategy among users on Dolomite Strategies?
48:10 - Closing
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🔗 Guest Links 🔗
► Dolomite Website: https://dolomite.io/
► Dolomite on Twitter: https://x.com/dolomite_io
► Corey on Twitter: https://x.com/coreycaplan3

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If you're a DeFi/Web3 builder, contact our team at: https://fourthrevolution.capital/
All opinions expressed by hosts and podcast guests are solely their own opinions and not necessarily those of the hosts. Podcast guests and hosts may have positions in the assets or other matters discussed in this podcast. DeFi Dad is an angel investor in Dolomite. This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be relied upon as a basis for investment decisions. Do your own research. This is not a recommendation or endorsement to buy any token(s) related to any platform(s) discussed.
51 min
October 23, 2024 AI Will Supercharge DeFi
Nick Emmons is the CoFounder and CEO at Allora Labs.
In this episode, we discuss the transformative potential of decentralized AI to supercharge DeFi, including how it differs from traditional, centralized AI systems and how Allora is reshaping the way intelligence is shared, accessed, and monetized. This is our best pod yet on the enormous impact of marrying crypto and AI technologies so don't miss it!
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🔗 Essential Show Links 🔗
► Edge Newsletter: https://the-edge.xyz
► Youtube: https://youtube.com/@defidad
► Apple: https://tinyurl.com/edgepod
► Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/edgepodspotify
► Linktree: https://linktr.ee/edge_pod
► Follow DeFi Dad: https://x.com/DeFi_Dad
► Follow Nomatic: https://x.com/Nomaticcap
► Learn about DeFi and Web3: http://defidad.com/
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The Edge Podcast Sponsor Resources
♦️ REDSTONE ORACLES | THE FASTEST GROWING ORACLE FOR DEFI
☀️ SUMMER.FI | THE BEST PLACE TO BORROW AND EARN IN DEFI
🧙 MERLIN CHAIN | THE RISE OF BITCOIN'S LARGEST LAYER 2
🔥 FBTC | YOUR GATEWAY TO BITCOIN EARNINGS
🐡 PUFFER FINANCE | A LEADING INNOVATOR IN LIQUID RESTAKING, BASED ROLLUPS, AND AVS'S
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Timestamps
0:00 - Intro
3:59 - Why AI and crypto go together
6:09 - AI’s current impact on society
7:49 - Exciting use cases for AI in crypto
12:21 - How AI can supercharge DeFi lending
14:45 - How Upshot led to Allora
17:40 - What is Allora?
19:51 - Productizing Allora’s value
24:27 - Allora's DeFi partnerships
26:29 - FBTC mid-roll
27:10 - How far off is an AI-dominant future?
29:39 - Getting started with Allora
31:35 - Incentivizing participants in Allora Network
34:40 - AI verification x Allora
36:34 - Puffer Unifi mid-roll
37:20 - Is the rapid pace of innovation for AI sustainable?
40:31 - Institutional investor interest in crypto x AI sector
42:23 - Thoughts on Coinbase’s future role in AI
45:05 - Allora preparing for Mainnet
45:54 - Closing
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🔗 Guest Links 🔗
► Allora Network Website: https://www.allora.network/
► Allora Network on Twitter: https://x.com/alloranetwork
► Allora Labs on Twitter: https://x.com/AlloraLabsHQ
► Nick on Twitter: https://x.com/nick_emmons
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If you're a DeFi/Web3 builder, contact our team at: https://fourthrevolution.capital/
All opinions expressed by hosts and podcast guests are solely their own opinions and not necessarily those of Fourth Revolution Capital. Podcast guests and 4RC may have positions in the assets or other matters discussed in this podcast. This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be relied upon as a basis for investment decisions. Do your own research. This is not a recommendation or endorsement to buy any token(s) related to any platform(s) discussed.
48 min
October 17, 2024 Bringing Institutional Strategies to DeFi: Risk, Yield, and Market Trends with Re7
Evgeny Gokhberg is the Founder and Managing Partner at Re7 Capital.
In this episode, we explore how institutional strategies are shaping the future of DeFi. From managing risk and optimizing yields to navigating liquid tokens, venture investments, and even memecoins, we cover it all. We also dive into Re7’s involvement with modular protocols like Morpho and Euler, shedding light on the evolving role of curated vaults. Whether you're curious about crypto venture trends or wondering if we're on the cusp of a bull run, this episode has something for every DeFi enthusiast.
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🔗 Essential Show Links 🔗
► Edge Newsletter: https://the-edge.xyz
► Youtube: https://youtube.com/@defidad
► Apple: https://tinyurl.com/edgepod
► Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/edgepodspotify
► Linktree: https://linktr.ee/edge_pod
► Follow DeFi Dad: https://twitter.com/DeFi_Dad
► Follow Nomatic: https://twitter.com/Nomaticcap
► Learn about DeFi and Web3: http://defidad.com/
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The Edge Podcast Sponsor Resources
♦️ REDSTONE ORACLES | THE FASTEST GROWING ORACLE FOR DEFI
☀️ SUMMER.FI | THE BEST PLACE TO BORROW AND EARN IN DEFI
🧙 MERLIN CHAIN | THE RISE OF BITCOIN'S LARGEST LAYER 2
🔥 FBTC | YOUR GATEWAY TO BITCOIN EARNINGS
🐡 PUFFER FINANCE | LIQUID RESTAKING FOR THE LITTLE FISH
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Timestamps
0:00 - Intro
4:23 - Origins in crypto
6:39 - What is Re7 Capital?
8:08 - Approach to DeFi yield strategies
10:49 - Managing risk on behalf of investors
13:38 - Thoughts on Pendle
16:07 - Rules for DeFi risk management
21:00 - FBTC mid-roll
21:42 - Liquid token investing
26:54 - Liquid vs venture investments
28:40 - Is crypto venture broken?
33:38 - Memecoin investing
36:40 - OTC markets
38:37 - Puffer mid-roll
39:02 - The role of vault curators in Morpho, Euler
46:28 - Closing + Are we in a bull run?
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🔗 Guest Links 🔗
► Re7 Website: https://re7.capital
► Re7 on Twitter: https://x.com/Re7Capital
► Evgeny on Twitter: https://x.com/evgeny_re7
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If you're a DeFi/Web3 builder, contact our team at: https://fourthrevolution.capital/
All opinions expressed by hosts and podcast guests are solely their own opinions and not necessarily those of Fourth Revolution Capital. Podcast guests and 4RC may have positions in the assets or other matters discussed in this podcast. This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be relied upon as a basis for investment decisions. Do your own research. This is not a recommendation or endorsement to buy any token(s) related to any platform(s) discussed.
51 min
October 10, 2024 YIELD TALKS: The Rise of BTCFi
We produce this live recording weekly on Twitter/X, where we deep dive into the most promising DeFi yields and primitives. In this episode, we talk about the emergence of BTCFi with 4 key players who are building at the heart of it. What does it look like now, where can people find yield and where is this yield coming from?
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🔗 Essential Show Links 🔗
► Youtube: https://youtube.com/@defidad
► Apple: https://tinyurl.com/edgepod
► Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/edgepodspotify
► Linktree: https://linktr.ee/edge_pod
► Follow DeFi Dad: https://twitter.com/DeFi_Dad
► Follow Nomatic: https://twitter.com/Nomaticcap
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The Edge Podcast Sponsor Resources
☀️ SUMMER.FI | THE BEST PLACE TO BORROW AND EARN IN DEFI
🔥 FBTC | YOUR GATEWAY TO BITCOIN EARNINGS
🐡 PUFFER FINANCE | LIQUID RESTAKING FOR THE LITTLE FISH
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Timestamps
0:00 - Intro
2:05 - What is BTCFi and what is Merlin?
4:47 - How Merlin is building off BTC restaking mania
7:32 - What is Solv Staking Abstraction Layer (SAL)?
9:37 - How RedStone Oracles supports BTCFi
14:08 - Why Pendle launched BTC pools?
18:39 - Summer.fi mid-roll
19:16 - How big is BTCFi in Asia?
24:54 - Different communities embrace BTCFi differently
27:16 - FBTC mid-roll
28:39 - Is Coinbase cbBTC bullish or bearish for Bitcoin L2s?
33:08 - Is this just the start for more BTCFi yields?
37:33 - Closing
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🔗 Guest Links 🔗
► Pendle Finance: https://pendle.finance/
► Dan on Twitter: https://x.com/ddangledan
► Merlin Chain: https://merlinchain.io/
► Jeff on Twitter: https://x.com/bitmaptech
► Solv Finance: https://solv.finance/
► Jing on Twitter: https://x.com/jx_solv
► RedStone Oracles: https://redstone.finance/
► Marcin on Twitter: https://x.com/Marcin_Kaz13

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If you're a DeFi/Web3 builder, contact our team at: https://fourthrevolution.capital/
All opinions expressed by hosts and podcast guests are solely their own opinions and not necessarily those of the hosts. Podcast guests and hosts may have positions in the assets or other matters discussed in this podcast. DeFi Dad and Nomatic are angel investors in RedStone and Solv. This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be relied upon as a basis for investment decisions. Do your own research. This is not a recommendation or endorsement to buy any token(s) related to any platform(s) discussed.
41 min
October 10, 2024 Is Tokemak Back?
Carson Cook and Manuel are Core Contributors at Tokemak.
In this episode, we review the newly launched Tokemak Autopools, including how they simplify liquidity provisions (LPs), how they autonomously rebalance to earn the best yields in DeFi, and how these new ETH Autopools compare to other yield products on the market.
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🔗 Essential Show Links 🔗
► Youtube: https://youtube.com/@defidad
► Apple: https://tinyurl.com/edgepod
► Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/edgepodspotify
► Linktree: https://linktr.ee/edge_pod
► Follow DeFi Dad: https://twitter.com/DeFi_Dad
► Follow Nomatic: https://twitter.com/Nomaticcap
► Learn about DeFi and Web3: http://defidad.com/
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The Edge Podcast Sponsor Resources
♦️ REDSTONE ORACLES | THE FASTEST GROWING ORACLE FOR DEFI
☀️ SUMMER.FI | THE BEST PLACE TO BORROW AND EARN IN DEFI
🧙 MERLIN CHAIN | THE RISE OF BITCOIN'S LARGEST LAYER 2
🔥 FBTC | YOUR GATEWAY TO BITCOIN EARNINGS
🐡 PUFFER FINANCE | LIQUID RESTAKING FOR THE LITTLE FISH
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Timestamps
0:00 - Intro
3:33 - Tokemak V1
4:21 - Lessons from V1
6:33 - The problem with manual LPing
9:04 - What are Tokemak Autopilot and Autopools?
12:46 - The power of using ERC-4626
15:24 - Designing for composability
17:07 - FBTC mid-roll
17:48 - How Autopools work?
20:47 - How often do Autopools rebalance?
24:23 - Initial choices for 3 live Autopools
27:08 - Comparing Autopools to other yield products
29:30 - Puffer mid-roll
29:55 - How do points play into Autopools?
31:22 - Security for V2
33:12 - Closing
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🔗 Guest Links 🔗
► Tokemak Website: https://tokemak.xyz
► Tokemak on Twitter: https://x.com/tokemakXYZ
► Carson on Twitter: https://x.com/liquiditywizard
► Manuel on Twitter: https://x.com/Archer_MD_
► Tokemak Autopilot Tutorial: https://www.the-edge.xyz/p/tokemak-autopilot-simplify-lps-and-maximize-yield-with-autopools
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