Cole Kennelly is the Founder and CEO at Volmex Labs.

In this episode, we dive into how Volmex created the first crypto-native volatility indices, BVIV and EVIV, and how traders can now measure, track, and even trade crypto market volatility using tools modeled after the VIX.

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Timestamps

0:00 - Intro
1:06 - Cole’s background
2:33 - The importance of volatility in crypto
4:41 - Sponsor break
7:39 - Why crypto needs Volmex indices?
9:49 - Overview of Volmex indices
12:39 - Will Volmex ever support perps for trading funding rates?
13:24 - How are investors using Volmex?
17:16 - DEX/CEX interest in perps for Volmex indices
21:46 - The perseverance to find product-market fit
27:12 - Sponsor break
29:12 - Trends in BVIV, EVIV, SVIV
33:33 - Understanding Volmex Prime Rate Indices (VPR)
35:50 - What is tradeable onchain?
38:04 - Future Volmex token and points program
40:46 - What’s next in Volmex roadmap?
42:48 - Closing

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All opinions expressed by hosts and podcast guests are solely their own opinions. Podcast guests and hosts may have positions in the assets or other matters discussed in this podcast. 4RC invested in Volmex's seed round in 2021. 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.