#87 | He Left Citadel to Build The Fastest Blockchain in Existence!

In this engaging episode, host 2lambro welcomes Doug Colkitt, a seasoned professional in the crypto and trading space, to discuss the upcoming launch of FOGO, a new blockchain designed for high-performance trading. The conversation kicks off with a light-hearted introduction, where Doug shares his background in high-frequency trading and his transition into the crypto world. They delve into the essential features that make a successful decentralized exchange (DEX) and blockchain, emphasizing usability, security, and user experience. Doug outlines the unique aspects of FOGO, including its speed and reliability compared to existing chains like Solana, and the importance of aligning the blockchain's value with its applications.---------Follow Marco's Twitter https://x.com/ManoppoMarco/Follow Lambro's Twitter https://x.com/2lambro/Follow Doug's Twitter https://x.com/0xdoug/Read our free newsletter for the next best web3 products, strategies, and trends. Join 17,000+ web3 builders and investors at: https://launchy.app/--------Chapters(00:00) Intro: Is Monad a "Catfish"?(05:22) Why He Left Citadel: HFT Quant to DeFi Founder(09:27) Fogo Deep Dive: 40ms Blocks & SVM Architecture(13:42) App-Chains are Broken: The Fogo vs. Hyperliquid Thesis(18:11) ALPHA: "Just Pay Attention" (ICO Hints)(23:37) Community Building: Why Vibes Matter More Than Metrics(27:35) Day 1 Launch: Valiant DEX, Nado, & NFTs(33:39) Career Advice: The Importance of Mental Flexibility------------------------------DisclaimerAll views expressed by the me is solely my opinions. I may maintain positions in the assets discussed in this podcast. This podcast is for informational purposes only and nothing in the podcast is intended to be financial, legal, or even life advice.