Gm! This week Michael Repetný joins the show to discuss the future of staking on Solana. We deep dive into the Marinade origin story, liquid staking, working with ETF issuers, Solana DATs & more. Enjoy!

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(00:00) Introduction

(01:20) The Marinade Origin Story

(09:00) The Solana Startup Incubator

(11:17) Katana Ad

(12:18) Staking With Marinade

(19:53) Why Liquid Staking Makes Sense

(24:39) Sandwich Attacks

(35:49) Katana Ad

(36:52) Working With ETF Issuers

(47:04) Solana DAT Staking

(55:56) MNDE & Token Buybacks

(01:00:47) What’s Next For Solana Staking?

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