Gm! This week we're joined by Zano Sherwani for a discussion on the future of Solana & Jito in 2024 & beyond. We deep dive into the Jito origin story, why users are being sandwiched, Firedancer's unlock & more. Enjoy!

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(00:00) Introduction

(02:12) The Jito Origin Story

(04:05) Users Are Getting Sandwiched

(05:58) What Is PBS?

(11:49) Access Protocol Ad

(12:28) Solana's MEV End Game

(13:44) Firedancer

(18:00) Building Blocks

(23:10) Restaking

(28:42) Jito Block Auctions

(30:59) Permissionless III Ad

(32:01) Solana's Biggest Problems

(35:44) Is Solana Immature?

(39:19) Crypto's Airdrop Meta

(40:50) Advice For Founders

(44:09) Build & They Will Come... Or Will They?

(46:52) Ending The Jito Mempool

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