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🎙 The Latest Development Podcast | Solana to $10K? Parker (DFDV) on Building the Digital EconomyIn this high-signal episode of The Latest Development, host Dirt welcomes Parker — COO & CIO of DeFi Dev Corp (NASDAQ: DFDV) — for a deep dive into Solana, public crypto companies, and the future of finance.Parker drops his bold SOL to $10,000 thesis, explains why experiencing Solana on-chain beats any spreadsheet, and shares how DFDV is building an active Digital Asset Treasury (DAT) that treats SOL as productive “digital oil.” From his early finance roots and Kraken days to launching one of the top-performing Nasdaq stocks of 2025, this conversation is packed with conviction and actionable insights.Timestamps:00:00 Intro & Welcome00:29 Parker’s Bold Thesis: Why SOL Goes to $10,00002:36 User Experience Argument – Try Solana for Yourself03:08 Parker’s Backstory: From Homeschool to Bitcoin & Kraken06:38 Founding DeFi Dev Corp – The Kraken Connection07:15 Why Go Public? The Bridge Between TradFi and DeFi10:11 MicroStrategy Inspiration & Active vs Passive Treasury11:45 SOL as “Digital Oil” – Why Build an Operating Business12:02 Running Validators as a Public Company14:03 DFDV’s Business Model, Staking, LSTs & On-Chain Strategies16:08 DFDV Stock vs DFDV SOL – Target Audience & On-Chain Token (DFDVx)18:28 Liquidity Challenges for On-Chain Public Stocks22:46 Arbitrage Opportunity for Enterprising Individuals25:28 Should Solana Ever Go Public?27:56 Solana as a Digital Economy (Not Just a Company)33:25 Misunderstood Aspects of Digital Asset Treasuries (DATs)34:48 Debt, Leverage & Why No Margin Calls35:38 NAV Premiums – Why Active DATs Deserve Tech Valuations39:39 International Expansion & Franchising Model (DFDV UK + more)46:04 Final Takeaways: SOL to $10K & DFDV to 1 SOL Per ShareKey Topics Covered:SOL to $10K thesis and first-principles on-chain experienceDFDV’s journey as a top-performing Nasdaq stock in 2025Growing SOL per share as the North Star (current ~0.07 → target 1.0)Validator operations, LST strategies, stake looping & DeFi yieldTokenized stock on Solana (DFDVx via Jupiter)Clearing misconceptions around leverage, NAV, and volatilityGlobal brand expansion and local market adaptationsGuest: Parker White (@TheOtherParker_) – COO & CIO, DeFi Dev CorpHost: DirtPresented by EXOIf you're bullish on Solana, DeFi, or innovative public crypto vehicles, this episode is essential listening.👍 Like | 🔔 Subscribe | Share your thoughts in the comments — where do you see SOL and DFDV heading?Links:DeFi Dev Corp: https://defidevcorp.comFollow Parker: https://x.com/TheOtherParker_Follow DFDV: https://x.com/DefiDevCorp#Solana #DFDV #DeFi #Crypto #SolanaTo10000 #DigitalAssetTreasury #NASDAQ #Blockchain

🎙️ The Latest Development – The Summit Series Ep. 5Cruising Salt Lake City in the Jeep with Josh from SP3ND (@SP3NDdotshop)Pulling out of the MtnDAO office for Episode 5 of The Summit Series! Host Dirt sits down with Josh (aka @jpsychedelic369), co-founder of SP3ND — the easiest way to buy anything on Amazon, eBay, Shopify, and more using your stablecoins (no KYC, no debit card, no headaches).From Texas boys building in Web3, to getting debanked and turning frustration into a real product, Josh breaks down:How SP3ND works as your personal checkout concierge (paste any product link → pay in crypto → delivered anywhere)Their insane 45% new-user retention rate (way above e-commerce averages)The upcoming Shopify module, browser extension, agent integration, and plans to make shopping with crypto even more seamlessWhy real customer service still matters in Web3Delivering to 48+ countries, unexpected volume from Europe & Asia, and building a loyal cult communityShot while cruising the beautiful streets (and mountain views) of Salt Lake City during MtnDAO — this is real talk, founder chemistry, and practical insights you can actually use.If you've ever wanted to SP3ND your magic internet money on everyday items without swapping, fees, or friction… this episode is for you.Timestamps00:00 – Pulling out of MtnDAO01:50 – Who is Josh & how he met his co-founder04:30 – The SP3ND origin story (the debanking moment)07:45 – How the product actually works12:00 – User journey, retention, and organic growth18:30 – Returns, customer service & why it matters23:00 – Financial model, future roadmap & browser extension28:00 – Unexpected countries are booming!32:00 – Pitch day stories & live delivery stunt at MtnDAOGuest:Josh (@jpsychedelic369) – COO & Co-Founder of SP3NDFollow SP3ND:🌐 https://sp3nd.shopX: @SP3NDdotshopThe Latest Development is presented by EXOHosted by DirtThe Summit Series – filmed on location in Salt Lake City during MtnDAODrop a like if you're ready to SP3ND your stablecoins 👇Comment your biggest crypto spending pain point — we'll reply!#SP3ND #Stablecoins #Solana #CryptoShopping #AmazonWithCrypto #MtnDAO #Web3Ecommerce #SummitSeries

In Ep 4 of The Summit Series on The Latest Development podcast — presented by EXO and hosted by Dirt — we hit the road in a Jeep cruising up the stunning snowy Wasatch mountains surrounding Salt Lake City, Utah.Joining Dirt is Mike MacCana, Solana Developer Relations at QuickNode, a cryptography veteran, former Node.js contributor, and deep Solana ecosystem builder (Solana Kite, Sandstorm Hackathon prize winner, and more).This candid, unfiltered conversation covers:- Mike's journey from avoiding crypto entirely (while running a cryptography/PKI/SSL optimization company from 2015–2020) → getting air-dropped ETH for Node.js contributions → discovering Solana's speed in late 2021 → quitting his equities trading platform job to build a Solana wallet.- Early frustrations with slow blockchains vs. the "fast and cheap" promise that drew him to Solana.- Deep dives into cryptography history (RSA origins, ancient ciphers, post-quantum tech) and schooling traditional cryptographers.- Building privacy-preserving apps on Solana using Arcium — the encrypted supercomputer enabling confidential computing.- Creating private on-chain elections (votes stay encrypted, only the winner/tally revealed at the end), blind commercial negotiations/auctions, and why Arcium feels like a game-changer for developers (just write normal Rust/Anchor code and get encrypted execution).- Solana's unique "quadfecta" (fast, cheap, decentralized, with real users) vs. other chains, plus the emerging "quinfecta" with privacy.- Everyday hidden Solana adoption (PayPal/Venmo users unknowingly holding Solana addresses for pyUSD), underexplored knowledge gaps, and Mike's mission at QuickNode: empowering Solana devs to build awesome stuff.Shot entirely on-location with epic mountain views, canyon roads, and SLC vibes — this is crypto talk the way it should be: real, raw, and rolling through the Wasatch.Timestamps (approximate):- 00:00 – Jeep intro & safety vibes- ~01:30 – Mike's pre-crypto cryptography world- ~07:00 – Discovering Solana via Twitter Spaces- ~12:00 – Building wallets & early Solana days- ~20:00+ – Arcium deep dive: encrypted elections, blind auctions, Arcium magic- ~Last section – Solana's edge, QuickNode role, and future of privacy onchainIf you're a Solana dev, cryptography nerd, or just love mountain drives with real builder convos — this one's for you.Subscribe to The Latest Development for more builder-focused episodes from the front lines of decentralized tech. Presented by EXO.Follow:- Mike MacCana: https://x.com/mikemaccana- QuickNode on X: @QuicknodeSolana | https://quicknode.com- EXO: https://exotechnologies.xyz#EXO #EXOTech #TheLatestDevelopment #Solana #QuickNode #Arcium #PrivacyOnchain #Crypto #Web3 #SolanaDevelopment #ConfidentialComputing #SummitSeries #SaltLakeCity #WasatchMountains

The Latest Development Podcast – Summit Series Ep. 3Guest: Isaac from Chomp (@chompdotfyi)Hosted by Dirt | Presented by EXOCruising up the snowy Wasatch mountains in the jeep, host Dirt sits down with Isaac from Chomp during the legendary mtnDAO crypto workshop in Salt Lake City. Filmed on-location as part of the high-energy gathering, this episode captures the raw builder vibes, mountain air, and unfiltered conversation that only happens at elevation.Isaac dives deep into:- How Chomp began as a crypto-native experiment but is now pivoting hard toward mainstream web2 audiences 🔥- Building an "honesty layer" for the internet: a market that surfaces what people actually believe on subjective topics where opinions shift daily (no objective outcomes like traditional prediction markets)- Why high "belief drift" spaces like daily reality TV episodes make the perfect proving ground (new episode = instant opinion flip = massive conversation)- The Surprisingly Popular algorithm (from the 2017 Nature paper) and how Chomp’s game-theoretic design rewards honest takes + smart crowd predictions- Three-part payout system: nail the crowd percentage, get bonus for surprisingly unpopular (but correct) minority views, reward novel/non-redundant opinions- iOS app launch targeted for mid-April 2026 — starting with fun, addictive question formats.- Chompy the mascot, limited-edition stuffies, the exclusive “Chompy’s Angels” Telegram crew, and Isaac’s closing mantra: peace, love, wellness, and radical honesty — in games and in lifeWhether you’re grinding at mtnDAO, deep in crypto twitter, or live-tweeting your favorite reality show, this episode shows how incentives + blockchain can finally capture real human beliefs at internet speed.Huge thanks to the entire mtnDAO crew for the unreal energy, connections, and mountain magic that made this Summit Series episode possible. Special shoutout to EXO for powering the series.Follow Chomp:Twitter/X: @chompdotfyi (spell out the dot!) Website: chomp.fyi (stay tuned for launch updates)Follow the show:Subscribe for more Summit Series episodes — builder convos in the jeep, straight from mtnDAO and the slopes 🏔️⛷️Timestamps: 00:00 – Jeep cruise + mtnDAO workshop intro 01:30 – Chomp’s origin story & shift from crypto to mainstream 04:30 – Targeting gossip, reality TV & rapid belief drift 08:00 – Why Love Island = Chomp rocket fuel 12:00 – Subjective belief markets vs classic prediction markets 18:00 – Surprisingly Popular mechanism breakdown 24:00 – Payout math: accuracy + surprise + novelty rewards 29:00 – Mid-April 2026 iOS launch & early question vibes 32:00 – Final thoughts: peace, love, honesty & living well#mtnDAO #Chomp #SummitSeries #CryptoWorkshop #RealityTV #LoveIsland #PredictionMarkets #Solana #Web3 #HonestyLayer #EXO #SaltLakeCity #MountainBuilders

The Summit Series Episode 2 of The Latest Development (presented by EXO, hosted by Dirt)! Filmed in the Jeep en route to Snowbird for mtnDAO week two in Salt Lake City — raw, real-time builder conversation with mountain views.Dirt talks with Jerk (@hydex_io), co-founder/CEO of Hydex: a 12+ year crypto veteran sharing his journey from Bitcoin mining in Saskatchewan to ICO wins, NFT projects, DAO governance lessons, and why privacy is now critical for Solana.Condensed timestamps (minutes:seconds format):0:07 – Intro & cruising up to mtnDAO week two0:24 – Why mtnDAO feels different: high-signal building, integrations, feedback > standard conferences1:05 – Previous guest Beard (mtnDAO co-founder); ideal spot for shipping products, finding users, getting real feedback1:40 – Jerk’s background: 10–12 years in crypto, started with mining to deeply understand Bitcoin2:27 – Lifelong tech tinkerer (hardware/software since childhood)3:13 – 2017 Saskatoon mining farm (400 rigs, custom -40°C overclock cooling)4:18 – ICO successes (ETH, Zilliqa private seed), Tron trading simulator5:23 – Full-time crypto life through bears & bulls6:08 – Psychedelics-themed NFT project (Sideye) originally planned for Solana, built on Polygon7:46 – NFT hype tail-end lessons; utility vs. scams9:45 – NFTs evolving to RWAs; power of bespoke communities & DAO governance challenges (Verbs DAO experience)12:59 – AI tooling to fix DAO decision-making (async, consensus without endless chats)14:28 – Privacy excitement: essential layer as AI profiling rises; right to private transactions15:38 – Privacy isn’t just for dark markets — normal people deserve financial discretion16:42 – Building software (not centralized products) reduces regulatory pressure; true on-chain privacy18:19 – Hydex origin: team bonded through hardship; Cypherpunk hackathon win with Zcash → Solana privacy bridge19:48 – Bridge keeps Zcash shielded privacy intact after landing on Solana20:36 – Roadmap: validator, LST with Zcash rewards, Layer 33 collab, privacy-focused RPC exploration22:55 – Hydentity: encrypted .sol domains via vault (hides full on-chain history) + custom privacy router25:01 – User-first UX: simple app + SDK for seamless wallet integration (Backpack, Solflare, etc.)26:39 – Simulations validate strong privacy; protocol protects users from mistakes27:32 – AI in dev workflows: must-have but needs structure to avoid refactoring chaos29:18 – Arrival at the mountain; Hydex socials & website29:41 – Outro: thanks, Super Team Canada plug, “best time to be building”Hydex focuses on effortless Solana privacy: encrypted .sol domains (Hydentity), Zcash bridge, shielded tools, and protocol-level routing so users stay private without complexity.Connect with Jerk / HydexX/Twitter: @hydex_ioWebsite: https://hydex.ioOn-location mountain-road energy straight from the Solana builder scene at mtnDAO.Subscribe for more Summit Series and builder conversations on The Latest Development — hosted by Dirt, presented by EXO.#Solana #mtnDAO #Privacy #Hydex #Crypto #Web3 #SolanaPrivacy #Snowbird #SummitSeries #SaltLakeCity

The Summit Series kicks off with host Dirt chauffeuring Barrett (co-founder of Ranger Finance & mtnDAO) through Salt Lake City for a candid, on-the-go conversation about building in crypto, the power of co-working spaces, AI adoption, and the future of decentralized finance on Solana.Recorded while driving out of the mtnDAO office, Barrett shares insights into mtnDAO's evolution into a premier builder hub for Solana and beyond, Ranger Finance's roadmap as a unified trading superapp (from perps aggregation to upcoming prediction markets, vaults, mobile, and more), and why now is the perfect time to build amid market dips. Timestamps:00:00 – Intro & welcome to the Summit Series; Barrett joins from Ranger Finance & mtnDAO (driving out of the office).00:30 – What is mtnDAO? Co-working for Solana/crypto builders, recent expansion to 14,500 sq ft in downtown SLC, attracting AI folks and diverse builders.01:15 – Office upgrades, culture, dream setup for remote workers, provided lunches, networking, and fast user growth/testing.02:20 – Secret teams, workshops, mobile dev handouts; excitement around AI agents as an unlock, not distraction.02:35 – AI as productivity multiplier; advice for founders/teams: just start playing/experimenting with LLMs, like early Google search mastery.03:40 – Optimizing agents like managing humans; iterative learning from one to many agents.04:45 – Diving into Ranger: excitement over pipeline (prediction markets soon, mobile app in progress despite Apple delays, Earn/vaults priority, growing TVL).05:50 – Current ~$24M TVL in vaults; goal to hit nine figures in Q1; need better marketing of products.06:40 – Vision: end-to-end financial management platform (perps, spot, prediction markets, yield optimization).07:30 – Prediction markets details: aqua-hire of Four Markets team, own DEX (auditing), plus aggregation for liquidity/arbitrage.08:20 – Aggregation roots (started with perps due to no aggregators then); belief in app-layer monetization and abstraction for mainstream users.09:20 – Moving beyond chain tribalism; integrating top venues like Hyperliquid; new Solana perps (Bulk Trade, Phoenix, Bullet).10:30 – Importance of perps for DeFi velocity and capital attraction; app layer as the sticky user touchpoint.11:40 – Full future vision: seamless on/off ramps, one app for banking, equities, crypto trading (consumer + prosumer bifurcated experiences).13:20 – Dual front-ends for cohorts; treating them almost as separate apps while sharing backend engine.14:15 – Balancing running Ranger + mtnDAO; mtnDAO now largely self-running with strong culture and ops team.15:00 – mtnDAO as a builder machine; future case study potential; people > place; Solana shipping ethos elevated.16:50 – Talent wins from mtnDAO (e.g., Voltar → vaults/Earn, Forum Markets team).17:50 – Personal story: how attending mtnDAO years ago changed everything from casual listener to deep in the space.19:00 – Shoutouts & closing: Ranger updates coming (more tweets, app overhaul); build through bears, noise is gone—prime time; touch snow, enjoy life, stick around.Tune in for real talk on crypto building, AI acceleration, and why Ranger is positioning itself as Solana's go-to trading superapp. Peace! 🚗🏔️

The Latest Development – EXO Tech Podcast Hosted by Mike | Guest: Samiar from Gamma (@_gammafi)In this episode, Mike sits down with Samiar, founder of Gamma to dive deep into the future of accessible DeFi yield on Solana and beyond.Discover how Gamma uses advanced ML models and proprietary data pipelines to automate delta-neutral stablecoin strategies, delivering hands-off, high-yield portfolios via tokenized agents—no manual rebalancing, no liquidation worries. From building robust data infra for protocols like MarginFi, Jito, and Bonk, to creating "wealth management for the future," Samiar shares the journey, real performance (e.g., ~30% APR in closed beta), and upcoming expansions: SOL agents, RWA strategies, precious metals, and an autonomous hedge fund-style manager that dynamically allocates across agents.They discuss stablecoin dominance (USDC/USDT vs. native yield-bearing options), why building your own data beats relying on others, token utility plans (revenue sharing, staking perks like priority deposits via cash queue), and why slow, steady DeFi compounding beats chasing pumps—especially in volatile markets.Perfect for anyone tired of micromanaging positions and ready to let ML-optimized agents make your money work 24/7.Timestamps: 00:00 Intro & Guest Welcome 00:44 Samiar's Journey: Fibonacci to Gamma 03:21 Building Reliable Data Pipelines 07:45 Stablecoin Revenue & Ecosystem Thoughts 12:57 Gamma's Delta-Neutral Agent Explained 15:36 Future Agents: SOL, RWA, Hedge Fund Manager 22:19 GM Token Utility & Revenue Flow 35:04 Customizable Agents & Onboarding Vision 43:14 Final Thoughts & Beta AccessFollow Gamma: @_gammafi Follow Samiar: @RealSamiarSubscribe for more cutting-edge DeFi, Solana, and crypto insights! #DeFi #Solana #YieldFarming #Gamma #CryptoPodcast #DeltaNeutral #MLinDeFi #EXOTech #EXO #Crypto #StableCoins #TheLatestDevelopment #TLD #TLDR #Hype #FYP

The Latest Development – EXO Tech Podcast Mike sits down with Austin Fedora (formerly Solana Foundation) — co-founder of DoubleZero — to dive deep into one of the most ambitious infrastructure projects in crypto.From leaving Solana to become the man with the plan to build a high-performance, permissionless fiber network designed to make blockchains (starting with Solana) dramatically faster than the public internet — Austin is unlocking real high-frequency trading performance for DeFi and beyond.Topics covered:Why the public internet can’t support 1M TPS blockchainsLessons from high-frequency trading & traditional finance networksHow DoubleZero uses dedicated fiber + multicast to beat internet latencyThe future of validator economics and block productionWhy Solana is the hardest (and best) first use caseExpansion beyond crypto: AI, hot storage (Shelby), breaking cloud walled gardensHiring & fundraising wisdom from someone who’s lived both Solana and startup lifeWhether you’re a validator, trader, builder, or just crypto-curious about what comes after software optimization — this is a must-listen on the physical layer that could accelerate the entire industry by a decade.Timestamps / Chapters: 0:00 – Intro & why we skipped the countdown 0:50 – From Solana Foundation to building DoubleZero 4:30 – The moment he decided to leave & become a fiber nerd 8:20 – Team & hiring lessons from Solana days 13:00 – Brutally honest advice on hiring & VCs 19:00 – Is Solana ready? Other chains building for DoubleZero 23:00 – Breaking cloud walled gardens (AWS, Google, egress fees) 28:00 – Web2 + Web3 future use cases (AI data movement) 36:00 – Microwave vs fiber – what HFT actually uses today 43:00 – Low-level optimization & why crypto networking lags 49:00 – Spicy take: Should validators even make money? 51:00 – Multicast – the hidden accelerator coming soon🎙️ Guest: Austin Fedora – Co-founder, DoubleZero 🎙️ Host: Mike – EXO Tech 📺 Subscribe for more deep dives into crypto infrastructure, scaling, and the next wave of performance.#Solana #DoubleZero #CryptoInfrastructure #BlockchainScaling #DeFi #HighFrequencyTrading #Web3

In this episode of The Latest Development Podcast by EXO Tech, host Mike aka Dirt sits down with Fibonacci aka Fibs, a core member of Superteam Canada (and Lucid Drakes) to dive deep into how they’re fueling the growth of Solana builders across the country.From busting common founder delusions (like thinking user onboarding is easy) to navigating the shift toward internet capital markets and real-world assets (RWAs), Fibs shares candid insights on builder sentiment, hackathon success, mentorship gaps, fundraising challenges, and why persistence + talking to users is everything.Key highlights:- What Superteam Canada actually does: community events, co-working, membership (nearing 100 top Canadian talents), hackathons, and ecosystem partnerships- How Solana builders keep shipping no matter price action - The evolving role of Superteam: from grassroots startup support to institutional relationships and bridging fintech traditions with blockchain innovation- Why 2026 could be the year Solana truly changes the world through accessible finance and global impact projects- Advice for new builders: Keep asking "why" — talk to users relentlesslyWhether you're a dev, non-technical founder, vibe-coder, or just Solana-curious in Canada, this conversation is packed with real talk on grit, iteration, co-founder matching, runway realities, and the path from idea to impact.Timestamps:00:00 - Intro & Founder Delusions01:09 - Fibs' own disillusionment entering Superteam02:18 - Adapting to Solana's "internet capital markets" narrative06:23 - What is Superteam Canada? Membership, events, & impact08:33 - Builder sentiment in bear markets12:48 - Funding model: Solana Foundation, sponsors, no profit pressure16:31 - Onboarding builders: Ideal traits (grit, growth mindset, insanity)19:36 - Technical vs non-technical founders + vibe coding rise24:23 - Common walls: Go-to-market, traction funding gap in Canada27:40 - Mentorship growth & tapping ecosystem wisdom32:52 - What Superteams might be missing: Early VC involvement & pathways39:08 - Final advice: Talk to users & keep asking why41:18 - The rise of RWAs & fintech on Solana in 2026Guest: Fibonacci (@fibonacci_sol) – Superteam Canada core member, ex-FinTech founder, Solana believerHost: MikeIf you're building on Solana or want to join the Canadian wave → Check out Superteam Canada: https://superteam.ca/Follow Superteam Canada on X: https://x.com/SuperteamCANGlobal Superteam: https://superteam.fun/Drop a like if you're grinding on Solana, comment your biggest takeaway or delusion you've overcome, and subscribe for more builder stories, ecosystem deep dives, and no-BS crypto convos.#Solana #SuperteamCanada #SolanaBuilders #CryptoCanada #Web3 #Blockchain #Hackathons #RWAs #InternetCapitalMarkets #SolanaEcosystem #Founders

### YouTube DescriptionIn this episode of the TLD Podcast, host Dirt (aka Mike) sits down with Nicky Scanz, founder of Layer33 – a new coalition of independent Solana validators aimed at preserving and strengthening Solana’s decentralization.Fresh off their indie SOL pool launch and a standout presence at Breakpoint, Nicky shares his journey into Solana: from minting Degen Ape Academy NFTs on the legendary Sollet mobile web app in 2021, to becoming CEO of DAA, working at Marinade, and now founding Layer33.They dive deep into:- Why 33% stake on truly independent validators is the key safety threshold for Solana’s long-term decentralization- The alarming trend of independent validators shutting down and stake funneling toward institutional operators- How Layer33 unites top indie validators to build products, pool resources, and compete for institutional stake- Upcoming Layer33 tools (RPC service, transaction landing, and bigger secret projects)- The future of staking innovation (shoutout to Pi Finance), institutional adoption, and whether the Solana Foundation should stick around foreverA must-watch for anyone who cares about Solana staying fast, cheap, AND decentralized for decades to come.Timestamps00:00 - Intro & Congrats on Layer33 Indie SOL Pool Launch 00:21 - Dirt or Mike? The host’s name transition debate 00:55 - Nicky’s origin story: How he got into Solana 01:10 - Discovering NFTs in 2021 via Degen Ape Academy & Sollet wallet 02:34 - From NFT collector → full-time at DAA → CEO → Marinade → Layer33 04:03 - Nostalgia for Sollet, Phantom, and early Solana wallets 05:27 - Why NFTs were the ultimate crypto onboarding experience 06:56 - The meaning behind the name "Layer33" (33% decentralization threshold) 08:55 - Technical explanation: Why 33% indie stake makes Solana "safe in perpetuity" 11:02 - Responding to the trend of indie validators shutting down 13:00 - Layer33’s vision: Multiple validator coalitions hitting 33% together 14:11 - Criteria for joining Layer33 (performance + resource commitment) 17:03 - Economic incentives, co-ownership, and revenue-sharing for validators 19:13 - Diversifying revenue streams to keep indie validators profitable long-term 21:45 - Early governance: Telegram channels, enthusiastic contributors, and post-Breakpoint momentum 25:32 - Nicky’s day-to-day as a new founder + funding possibilities 28:50 - Thoughts on Pi Finance and on-chain staking innovation vs. backroom deals 31:26 - Attracting institutional stake: Power, influence, and scale matter 34:51 - Current & upcoming Layer33 products (TX landing, global RPC service, secret big bets) 37:03 - Can Solana survive without the Foundation? (Spoiler: Nicky hopes it sticks around) 39:46 - Wrap-up, holiday cheers, and future conversations🔗 Layer33: www.layer33.com🔗 Follow Layer 33: https://x.com/layer_33_ on X🔗 Follow Nicky: @NickyScanz on X 🔗 TLD Podcast: Subscribe for more Solana deep dives#Solana #Layer33 #Decentralization #Crypto #Blockchain #SolanaValidatorsDrop a like if you’re staking with indie validators 🚀 What’s your take on Solana’s decentralization – safe forever or still at risk? Comment below!

Aurimus from Alchemy @ Breakpoint Abu Dhabi | The Latest Development PodcastIn this special on-site episode of The Latest Development, recorded live at Breakpoint 2025 in Abu Dhabi, we sit down with Aurimus from Alchemy to dive deep into Alchemy’s bold entry into Solana infrastructure.Aurimus shares his journey from building early Solana projects in 2021, founding Dexter Labs (later acquired by Alchemy), and how his team’s bare-metal, open-source innovations are now powering Alchemy’s push to become a top-tier RPC provider on Solana.We discuss:- Why Alchemy acquired Dexter Labs- Key differentiators: sub-millisecond latency, massive scaling, multi-region reliability, and enterprise-grade performance- How Alchemy stacks up against established players like Helius and Triton- The future of wallet infrastructure, social logins, and abstracting away blockchain complexity- Bare metal vs cloud, the exploding data problem on Solana, and the insane race for millisecond-level performanceIf you’re building on Solana or just curious about the infrastructure arms race, this one’s for you.Timestamps:00:00 - Intro & Welcome from Breakpoint Abu Dhabi00:18 - Aurimus’ background and early Solana journey (2021)01:20 - Building Dexter Labs & the Bigtable problem02:00 - Alchemy acquires Dexter Labs to enter Solana03:24 - Size of Alchemy’s Solana team & recent launches04:08 - Alchemy’s differentiators: speed, scaling, reliability05:31 - Adoption by larger dApps & being late to the game06:25 - Why developers use multiple RPC providers07:27 - Multi-region infrastructure & Cortex routing07:51 - Beyond RPC: Wallet infrastructure & onboarding tools09:09 - Abstraction layers, gas sponsorship, and social logins10:15 - Mobile UX pain points & the future of on-chain access12:20 - Bare metal vs cloud: the 10x cost difference13:26 - Competitors & the performance race14:26 - Advice for founders choosing infrastructure14:41 - Solana’s massive data growth (1.5PB historical cluster)16:48 - Hardware vs software scaling debate17:16 - The millisecond-level RPC arms race18:45 - Final thoughts & where to find AurimusFollow Alchemy on X: @Alchemy (link in bio)Alchemy on Solana: https://www.alchemy.com/solanaSubscribe for more raw conversations with the builders shaping Solana’s future.#Solana #Alchemy #RPC #Breakpoint2025 #CryptoInfrastructure #Web3 #SolanaDevs

🔥 Richard Brown (CEO of R3 Labs) on Why Solana is the Future of Institutional Blockchain & Real-World Assets | Breakpoint Abu Dhabi 2025Live from Solana's Breakpoint conference in Abu Dhabi (December 2025), Richard Brown — CEO of R3 Labs and former CTO — joins us for an in-depth conversation on bridging traditional finance with DeFi.Richard shares his journey from discovering Bitcoin in 2011 to building enterprise blockchain solutions, and why R3 is now all-in on Solana.Key highlights:- How Bitcoin’s permissionless value transfer changed everything for him- The story behind Corda: R3’s private blockchain powering billions in assets- Why Solana was the “overwhelmingly obvious” choice for R3’s public chain integration- The massive pivot: From optimizing TradFi → bringing institutional capital and RWAs into DeFi- Exclusive reveal: Corda Protocol — a new on-chain RWA marketplace launching early 2026 on Solana- Partnerships with Kamino, yield vaults, tokenizers, and curators to deliver composable, high-quality real-world yield- Why Solana’s token extensions are a “secret superpower” for institutional adoption- Thoughts on clear thinking, writing, and using AI effectivelyRichard makes the case that the next trillion dollars of assets will be issued on-chain — and explains why Solana is uniquely positioned to host the unified internet capital markets of the future.Timestamps:00:00 - Intro at Breakpoint Abu Dhabi00:20 - Richard’s background & Bitcoin origin story03:35 - The magic of public-key cryptography06:15 - Writing as thinking + AI advice07:25 - From enterprise blockchain to Solana09:40 - TradFi → DeFi: The pivotal shift12:50 - Connecting private networks to Solana15:40 - Exclusive: Corda Protocol RWA marketplace announcement19:30 - Token extensions & Solana’s technical advantages24:20 - Validators, MEV, and institutional requirementsFollow Richard on X: @gendalR3 Labs: https://r3.com Corda Protocol updates: https://corda.xyz#Solana #Breakpoint2025 #RWA #DeFi #TradFi #Blockchain #AbuDhabi #RealWorldAssets #InstitutionalCrypto #CryptoSubscribe for more exclusive interviews from Breakpoint and beyond! 🚀

Anna, founder of Perena, joins TLD to talk about building the “stable bank of Solana” and why 2025 is the year to stop holding plain USDC & USDT. In this easy-to-follow episode she explains:1. What Perena actually does and where the name comes from. 2. Why Solana users are accidentally sending hundreds of millions in yield to competing chains every year. 3.How USDStar gives you 12-18% APY on your stablecoins (and why it’s different from normal stablecoins) 4.The simple truth about risk, black swans, and how the yield is really made. 5. Why more competition in Solana stablecoins is good for everyone. 6. What’s next: tranching, new yield sources, and bringing real-world assets on-chain.Perfect episode if you’re new to Solana DeFi or just want to understand where to park your stablecoins in 2025.Timestamps:00:00 – Intro & fixing the “Purina” pronunciation 00:41 – The real meaning of “Perena” (perennial = keeps coming back) 01:51 – How Anna discovered crypto in 2017 and chose Solana 03:25 – Why “Internet Capital Markets” confused everyone 06:58 – Creating the term “stable banking” 09:02 – The big pivot that changed everything in the last year 09:53 – Lesson #1: Fail fast, perfection is the enemy 15:03 – Life as a solo founder (and why too much advice hurts) 18:24 – The $500M stablecoin yield leak almost no one talks about 22:33 – Where your USDC interest actually goes (spoiler: not Solana) 27:17 – USDStar explained in simple terms 31:52 – “USDStar is NOT a stablecoin” – Anna clears it up 34:02 – How the vault works + future plans (tranches, governance, RWAs) 36:31 – Risk, black swans, and what keeps her up at night 45:05 – Why Anna wants MORE competitors on Solana 50:19 – Wake-up call for anyone still holding plain USDC/USDT 51:01 – Where to find Anna & Perena

On this episode of The Latest Development, Dirt sits down with the founder and Den Master of Lucid Drakes to unpack what actually happens when a Web3 community cultivates intimacy (65/67 minted) with a talented group of well connected individuals, refuses to dilute, and still keeps building momentum. We go deep on the unsolved problem of self-sustaining communities, the new limited-edition merch drop, why Lucid Ventures is becoming a must-have line on every hot Solana cap table, and what the next phase of Drakes looks like when the mint is finally complete. Only two Drakes remain. If you’ve ever wondered why holders almost never sell… this is the one to watch. Timestamps: 00:00 – Intro chaos & restart 00:53 – Lucid Drakes today: 67 supply, only 2 left forever 02:17 – Culturalization of finance – why Drakes flips the normal model 03:10 – Solana hacker-house lessons that shaped everything 06:20 – The unsolved problem: a Web3 community that pays its own way 09:33 – Voshi’s paying meme + new 1-of-100 merch drop 14:26 – Merch details: custom cotton, rubber stamps, Solana Pay 17:17 – Why expanding the collection would be a mistake 19:46 – Future of Drake events: smaller, higher-signal rooms 23:49 – Can premium events ever ditch sponsor dependency? 27:20 – Lucid Ventures: why founders want Drakes on their cap table 31:00 – How the syndicate works + alpha it gives members 32:41 – Quick council shoutout 34:04 – The 5% treasury carry quietly backing every Drake forever 36:39 – Final pitch: the end of the mint is when it gets real 38:08 – Wrap-up and see you in Abu DhabiLinks: Lucid Drakes on X: @LucidDrakes Meta’s X Handle Link: https://x.com/metapsilo?s=21&t=0zc2Wd...

In this episode, Dirt sits down with Jonathan Claudius — founder of Asymmetric Research and former Jump Crypto and Mozilla security lead — to discuss how one of crypto’s most trusted security firms approaches incident response, long-term client partnerships, and the art of being “boring but brilliant.” From leading Mozilla’s offensive security team to tackling the Wormhole hack on day two of the job, Jonathan shares deep insights into Web3 security, policy design, and why humility, trust, and steady execution matter more than hype. ⏱ Timestamps 00:00 – Intro: Dirt welcomes Jonathan Claudius, CEO of Asymmetric Research 00:34 – Jonathan’s background: from TrustWave to Mozilla to Jump Crypto 03:20 – The Wormhole hack: what happened and what it taught the industry 05:25 – Lessons in resilience and why security is like a team sport 07:14 – Founding Asymmetric Research with Felix Wilhelm (Google Project Zero) 09:18 – Offense vs defense: balancing attack and protection in security 11:07 – Long-term partnerships vs one-off audits — a new security model 13:15 – Becoming a “core contributor” and embedding with clients 16:24 – “Boring is sexy” — why simplicity wins in security design 20:17 – Remote-first operations and global incident response culture 25:46 – Policy is power: practical advice for founders on security setup 28:29 – Confidentiality & trust — the stories they can’t tell 31:08 – Hiring for EQ and the “no-assholes” policy at Asymmetric Research 33:14 – Closing thoughts & reflections on building with trust

Episode Description: Dirt sits down with Simon and Eno, the dynamic "Sol Brothers," to dive into the fast-paced world of Solana and crypto. From their first shisha-fueled meeting in Dubai to dominating global conferences and build stations, they share raw insights on building trust, dodging burnout, and thriving as founders. Expect hilarious banter, Arnold Schwarzenegger wisdom, and practical tips for new builders looking to stand out in the Solana ecosystem. Tune in for a real talk on why excellence and community are the heart of crypto success!Timestamps :0:00 - Intro & Chill Banter Dirt jokes about cutting the episode if it flops, setting a fun vibe. Simon confirms he’s free, and Dirt intros the Soul Brothers for a Solana chat.0:25 - Meet Simon & Eno Simon and Eno bring “GM” energy. Dirt vents about Toronto’s baseball loss, and the trio swaps quips about cheering him up and dodging internet glitches.1:03 - Dirt’s Intro Gets Roasted Simon and Eno flip the script, making Dirt introduce himself. He calls himself a crypto vet who’s “still trying” but tied to Lucid Drakes and cool founders.3:58 - Simon’s Schwarzenegger Moment Simon plugs Be Useful by Arnold Schwarzenegger for its perseverance lessons. Eno dubs him “Crypto Schwarzenegger,” and Simon flexes his cryptoschwarzenegger.sol domain.6:29 - Simon & Eno’s Dubai Origin Story Dirt asks why Eno’s Simon’s co-host. Simon recalls their 3 a.m. shisha chat at a Superteam UAE Founders Villa, sparking their bond and Simon’s Solana journey.8:11 - Top 2025 Conferences Eno praises Jupiter’s Cat Stample and Accelerate in New York for production and impact. Simon loves Accelerate’s vibe and Superteam Balkan’s Croatia Build Station.12:19 - Build Stations > Conferences Eno argues co-living build stations (Croatia, Tokyo) build deeper ties than busy conferences like Breakpoint. Simon touts Solana’s builder events like Forma and Island DAO.16:00 - How Build Stations Run Dirt asks about build station logistics. Eno says Solana Foundation and sponsors fund venues and food; Simon notes Solana Economic Zones shift lodging to builders.19:56 - Should Firms Give Back? Dirt questions if Solana companies owe the ecosystem. Eno slams token dumping; Simon contrasts Phantom’s onboarding with Solflare’s community focus, saying both matter.31:05 - IRL vs. Online Networking Dirt probes in-person vs. online meetings. Eno says IRL events build trust, but returns diminish. Simon suggests local superteam events for new builders.33:21 - Beating Crypto Burnout Dirt asks about stress. Simon credits his gym routine for stability; Eno admits to smoking but says his wife keeps him grounded with “German efficiency.”43:25 - Dirt’s 2025 Travel & TG Woes Eno asks Dirt’s plans. Dirt eyes Abu Dhabi, plans a 2026 push, and laughs about Telegram’s async struggles, like misfired jokes and ignored messages.46:48 - Advice for New Builders Eno warns against early token launches, pushes superteam, and suggests free work to stand out. Simon urges excellence, citing Schwarzenegger’s “wenschen, denschen.”54:00 - Closing & Lucid Drakes Love Dirt closes, joking about Lucid Drakes’ wild auction prices. Eno regrets not buying early; Simon confirms their value. The trio vows to reconnect online.

Today on The Latest Development, Dirt sits down with the founders of Seedplex — Treggs & SpacemanDev — to break down how they’re reinventing startup fundraising through on-chain private equity access.If you’re bullish on crypto venture + want liquid exposure to early-stage companies, this episode is for you. ⚡️⏱️ Timestamps 00:45 — Why Seedplex exists: tokens tied to real equity 02:12 — Who are the founders & why they’re qualified 03:39 — The “dream vs. reality” balance in crypto projects 04:31 — What’s wrong with current token fundraising 06:51 — Tokens representing a treasury of equity 💡 09:22 — How equity becomes liquid + used in DeFi 12:19 — Angel vs VC — different outcomes, same access 15:54 — Venture Syndicate as a Service — not a launchpad 20:01 — Seedplex vs Superstate & Echo 🔍 24:42 — Governance + community-driven equity tokenizationhttps://x.com/seedplex_io https://x.com/spacemandev https://x.com/Treggs6

In this episode, Daniel from Nomu unpacks how tokenizing product margins lets customers share in upside — a model he calls Sound Commerce. We cover why e-commerce is broken, how to realign incentives between brands and buyers, and what it takes to onboard Web2 users without even mentioning crypto. Chapters 00:00 – Intro & Daniel joins the show 01:00 – From SwissBorg to Nomu: the Web3 awakening 04:00 – The idea: “Kickstarter that actually pays you” 06:00 – Realigning producers & consumers through tokenized margin 10:00 – Fixing Web3’s image and building something generative 13:00 – How Nomu’s marketplace works (margin → reward loop) 17:00 – Turning customers into ambassadors, not ad targets 20:00 – Why UX is everything — Alibaba design meets Solana rails 23:00 – NFTs as receipts & revenue-share airdrops 26:00 – Early partners and launch strategy 29:00 – Authentic virality and the future of brand loyalty 32:00 – How Nomu hides crypto until payout (normie-friendly flow) 35:00 – From Solana IPs to mainstream brands 36:00 – “Sound Commerce”: rewriting consumerism 37:00 – Lucid Drakes, pre-seed disclosure, and Breakpoint plans Socials Daniel - https://x.com/DLophem Nomu - https://x.com/EatwithNomu

In this episode of The Latest Development, host Dirt sits down with Drake Evans, CTO and technical founder of Agora, a leading stablecoin platform. Drake shares his journey from traditional finance to crypto, his pivotal role at Frax, and the vision behind Agora’s multi-chain stablecoin, AUSD. They dive into the challenges of building on multiple blockchains, the importance of transparency in stablecoins, and how Agora is enabling institutions and developers to leverage AUSD through white-labeling. From real-world asset (RWA) tokenization to navigating bear and bull markets, this episode is packed with insights for anyone interested in the future of decentralized finance.Time Stamps:Introduction (00:00 - 00:37)Host Dirt kicks off the episode, introducing guest Drake Evans, CTO of Agora.Overview of topics: stablecoins, RWAs, and Agora’s mission.Drake’s Background: From Finance to Crypto (00:37 - 09:48)Drake shares his career path: starting in venture capital and private equity, transitioning to software development at ADP, and diving into crypto.Early crypto ventures: mining Ethereum in 2016, co-founding DapHero, and joining Frax to build Frax Lend and FraxEther.Key moment: Joining Agora after a pivotal conversation with founder Nick, raising a seed round in October 2023.Agora’s Vision and Multi-Chain Strategy (09:48 - 15:21)Agora’s mission: building AUSD as a public good abstraction layer for traditional finance and blockchains.Multi-chain from day one: AUSD is live on 14 chains, focusing on fast-growing ecosystems to capture new users.Challenges of multi-chain development: building systems to abstract chain differences and navigating unique virtual machine architectures.Stable coin Adoption and White-Labeling AUSD (15:21 - 33:20)AUSD’s growth: ~$135M market cap, with adoption across various chains and strong interest from institutions.White-labeling strategy: enabling apps and institutions to brand AUSD, leveraging shared liquidity and interoperability without building from scratch.Target audience: from app developers (e.g., for NFT marketplaces or memberships) to banks in emerging markets looking to onboard to blockchain.Regulatory and market tailwinds: Circle’s IPO, Trump administration’s crypto focus, and institutional interest (e.g., Stripe, BB&K acquisitions) driving stable coin demand.Transparency vs. Stability in Stable coins (20:45 - 27:27)Balancing transparency: Agora uses monthly attestations and proof-of-reserves, but excessive transparency (e.g., revealing banking partners) can lead to risks like USDC’s depeg during the SVB crisis.Lessons from Frax: on-chain transparency was key, but as stable coins integrate with traditional finance, trade-offs emerge.Governance risks: fully permissionless systems can enable economic exploits, highlighting the need for professional oversight.The Future of RWAs and Stable coins (33:20 - 43:40)CreditsHost: Mike aka DirtGuest: Drake Evans, CTO of AgoraProduced by: EXO Tech Media in partnership w KlutchShotz

In this episode of Latest Development, Dirt sits down with Robin (@Degenroot), founder of Raiku, to unpack how Raiku is solving blockchain bottlenecks and advancing Solana.They dive into Raiku’s ahead-of-time (AOT) block auctions, validator-side upgrades, edge compute, and what it takes to bring enterprise-grade reliability to Solana. From coordinating blockspace to enabling new marketplace dynamics, Robin breaks down how Raiku is building the rails for a new generation of performant, scalable Solana-native applications.⏱ Timestamps00:00 – Intro: Who is Robin & what is Raiku? 02:16 – What Raikou does in one sentence 03:30 – Robin’s fintech & Ethereum R&D background 06:17 – Why crypto infra needs new primitives 07:37 – Why Solana: leadership, architecture, and alignment 10:37 – Is Raiku the final infra puzzle piece? 14:32 – Unlocking new DeFi market volumes through execution guarantees 17:32 – Custom “highways” for different transaction types 20:15 – AOT block auctions explained 22:51 – Pre-confirmation receipts & programmatic blockspace 26:27 – Validator-side integration & sidecar adoption 34:05 – Guaranteed limit orders in high-volatility trading 37:13 – L1-native vs edge compute architecture 39:22 – Validator revenue streams & decentralization 41:14 – How apps integrate: endpoints, SDKs, or edge compute 44:17 – Raiku’s economic model: specialized blockspace & marketplaces 46:49 – The Raiku token: more than governance 47:19 – What is “proof streaming”? 50:24 – When mainnet? Early 2026 51:08 – Hiring & builder chats: join the Discord🔗 LinksRaiku: https://www.raiku.com/Discord: https://discord.com/invite/raikucomRobin / Founder:https://x.com/degenroot

In this episode of Latest Development, Dirt sits down with Caitlin Cook (aka @DeadCaitBounce), Head of Growth at Moonwalk Fitness. They dive into the story behind Moonwalk, Solana-powered step challenges, habit formation, real-world activations, and building a sticky fitness product without sacrificing crypto principles. From Seeker phone activations to walking with grandmas in Venezuela, this one’s a feel-good must-listen. ⏱ Timestamps 00:00 – Intro & Caitlin's crypto journey: Deutsche Bank → Hero → Moonwalk 04:35 – What is Moonwalk? A fitness habit engine built on Solana 06:33 – How step challenges work: money in, goals hit, rewards out 08:42 – The roadmap: beyond steps into cycling, swimming, & more 10:56 – Healthy degen bets: social psychology & personal accountability 13:32 – Target audience: beyond crypto, into global wellness 17:46 – Local activations: Nigeria, Vietnam, Venezuela, and Solana All-Stars 21:30 – Open platform strategy & future monetization flywheels 26:42 – Seeker launch impact: DAU doubled, 15K+ new signups 28:26 – Engagement rate: 45%+ players return for second games 31:03 – Why being offline boosts focus (and how Moonwalk helps) 34:13 – Dream job: Caitlin’s journey from finance to purpose-driven work https://x.com/moonwalkfitness https://x.com/DeadCaitBounce

Dirt and Brandon dive deep into the GOLFN mobile app, a revolutionary blend of crypto and golf that rewards you for playing in the real world. From NFTs boosting your points to partnerships with top golf brands like L.A.B., Cleveland, and Strixon, discover how GOLFN is changing the game for golf lovers and crypto enthusiasts alike. Learn about its user-friendly interface, membership tiers, and exciting future features like official handicap integration and cross-platform smartwatch compatibility. Whether you’re a casual player or a hardcore golfer, this episode shows why golf is a timeless, multi-generational sport enriched by technology and community. Timestamps: 00:01 - Introduction and Brandon's background 01:32 - Ideas for Monke-themed golf merch 02:00 - Golf’s universal appeal and crypto golf community 03:54 - GOLFN’s user adoption since launch 05:01 - Global rounds played and redeemable golf gear rewards 07:18 - Points system and membership tiers explained 10:19 - Garmin smartwatch integration possibilities 13:16 - Using the app actively vs passively 15:06 - Why GOLFN free GPS and scoring compete well 17:07 - Targeted offers and future official handicap feature 19:05 - Revenue streams: memberships, Pro Shop crypto payments 22:30 - NFTs, marketplace, and user experience strategy 25:36 - Roadmap highlights including Seeker Phone 29:01 - Signing professional golfers and brand partnerships 32:01 - Why everyone should golf—multi-generational and social benefits 34:34 - Golf as great exercise and social activity 35:14 - Closing thoughts and gratitude

In this episode of Latest Development, Dirt is joined by Jemmy, co-founder of MonkeDAO, to explore how one of Solana’s earliest NFT communities has grown into a powerhouse for builders, investors, and local chapters worldwide. Jemmy shares the origin story of MonkeDAO, from Discord chats during the SMB mint to forming Monke Ventures, the Foundry incubator, and Banana Stand. They discuss how the DAO scaled beyond community roots, why social + human capital are as valuable as financial backing, and how MonkeDAO is building a long-term flywheel for projects, members, and the wider Solana ecosystem. Jemmy also talks about navigating decentralized venture structures, supporting builders through grants and incubation, and the growth of 25+ local chapters across the globe. ⏱ Timestamps:
 00:00 – Intro: Meet Jemmy & the origins of MonkeDAO
 02:00 – Early SMB days: Discord chats and the first community nucleus
 06:00 – From collectors to builders: why MonkeDAO spun off new initiatives
 09:15 – Launching Monke Ventures: decentralized syndicate investing
 14:00 – Structure & governance: keeping the model sustainable
 19:15 – Build with MonkeDAO → Foundry: evolving into an incubator
 23:00 – Banana Stand: powering community flywheels & user testing
 27:30 – Local chapters: 25+ cities building real-world presence
 30:15 – Long-term vision: NFTs as membership to a Web3 country club
 34:25 – Closing thoughts & reflections on four years of MonkeDAO

In this episode of Latest Development, Dirt talks to Moty, founder of DeFi Tuna, about building one of the most innovative DeFi protocols on Solana. Moty shares his journey from 100x leverage trading on BitMEX, to gaming and NFTs, and ultimately to creating Fusion AMM—a new automated market maker that combines concentrated liquidity, limit orders, and lending into one powerful system. They dive into why AMMs have stagnated, how DeFi Tuna is bringing real capital efficiency to spot markets, and what makes Fusion AMM revolutionary for traders, liquidity providers, and projects alike. Moty also explains the importance of clean UI/UX, why revenue-sharing tokens matter, and how DeFi Tuna is positioning itself as the go-to spot market in crypto. ⏱️ Timestamps: 00:00 – Intro: Meet Moty & his start in crypto trading 02:00 – Early Solana days: NFTs, games, and pivoting to DeFi 06:00 – From leverage on Orca to launching Fusion AMM 09:15 – Limit orders + concentrated liquidity: a breakthrough in AMMs 14:00 – Building intuitive UI/UX for complex DeFi tools 19:15 – Features that make LPing more transparent and profitable 23:00 – Spot markets vs perpetuals: why DeFi Tuna is betting big on spot 27:30 – On-chain trade history, mobile potential, and future roadmap 30:15 – Upcoming features: leveraged spot trading (5x–10x) 34:25 – Closing thoughts & audit updates

In this episode of Latest Development, Dirt talks to Chase Barker, former Solana Foundation dev advocate and now part of the Solana Mobile team, about Seeker, the new crypto-native phone. They dive deep into why mobile is the next frontier for Web3, what makes Seeker different, and how the DApp Store could open up new distribution paths for developers.From hackathons and hardware to mentorship and Solana’s future, this is a wide-ranging convo on zero-to-one building, product design, crypto UX, and why crypto is finally breaking into your pocket. ⏱️ Timestamps:00:00 – Intro: Podcasting, sabbaticals & joining Solana Mobile 02:10 – Why Seeker is different from Saga (150k users, real traction) 06:30 – The case for crypto-specific mobile devices 11:35 – Apple/Google restrictions vs Seeker's open ecosystem 14:55 – Seed Vault, device security & how to store funds safely 18:30 – Solana Mobile’s DApp Store as a new distribution channel 24:45 – Crypto + mobile media: gaming, creators & monetization 34:05 – Hackathon insights: what apps are needed, what’s coming 40:50 – Developer support, hiring mobile talent, & what’s next

In this episode of Latest Development, Dirt welcomes back OG builder Kollan from MetaDAO to explore a new era of trustless fundraising and governance. From futarchy to unruggable ICOs, they break down why most token models are broken—and how MetaDAO is trying to fix them.Whether you’re launching a token or designing governance systems, this one’s packed with insight.⏱ Timestamps 00:00 – Intro & Kollan’s early crypto journey 03:12 – MetaDAO & futarchy-based governance 04:47 – OmniPair raise: $300K via futarchy 09:16 – Trustless token launches & redemption mechanics 15:04 – Token issuance without upfront team allocations 22:11 – Lessons from mtnCapital’s proposal structure 26:29 – Is failure a feature? MetaDAO’s take 32:21 – Conditional markets & on-chain funding paths🔗 Links MetaDAO: https://metadao.fi Twitter: @metadaoproject Kollan: @metanallok

In this episode of Latest Development, Dirt chats with Edgar, founder of Dark Research, to unpack Scout—an AI-native trading terminal built for Solana power users. From his time at MarginFi and mtnDAO to launching Dark as a public, no-VC lab, Edgar shares how applied AI is reshaping trading, startup building, and individual workflows.This isn’t just about tools—it’s about unlocking focus, speed, and community-powered progress.⏱ Timestamps 00:00 – Intro & Edgar's crypto journey 04:54 – The birth of Dark Research 06:33 – From AI models to workflow tools 11:13 – Building before raising: seedstrapping 15:30 – AI that thinks like you 20:04 – Dark’s fair-launch roots & tokenomics 33:45 – Luck, preparation, and staying power 41:26 – Scout’s AI edge for proprietary workflows🔗 Links: Dark Research: x.com/darkresearchai Scout: scout.darkresearch.ai Edgar: x.com/edgarpavlovsky mtnDAO: mtndao.com

In this episode of Latest Development, Dirt sits down with Nick Pennie, co-founder of Helius, to break down their newest release: LaserStream—a game-changing streaming infrastructure for Solana. LaserStream solves one of the most frustrating problems for developers: how to reliably stream account and transaction state in real time—without disconnects, missed blocks, or manual recovery. Nick explains how it works, why it matters, and how Helius is setting the bar for developer tooling in the Solana ecosystem.⏱ Timestamps: 00:50 – What is Helius?02:30 – RPCs, data access & global node optimization 04:45 – Developer tooling beyond RPC: APIs, indexers, & token data 06:10 – Streaming data on Solana: limitations of WebSockets 07:42 – What is LaserStream? 09:20 – Account state replay: why it’s critical and how LaserStream handles it 11:00 – How LaserStream improves latency and reliability 13:45 – Difference between LaserStream and Fumarole18:35 – Who is LaserStream for? All teams, not just traders 19:23 – Potential new use cases: simulation, trading bots, micro replays 21:02 – Building the shovel store during the Solana gold rush 21:49 – What’s next for Helius: Historical data querying, optimized transaction sending

In this episode, Dirt sits down with Diego, co-founder and CEO of Pyra, to discuss how they're building a mobile-first neobank on Solana. Pyra is designed for DeFi natives and everyday users alike, allowing you to invest your paycheck in on-chain assets, access DeFi protocols, and still use a card to spend—all without compromising self-custody. ⏱ Timestamps 00:44 – What is Pyra? New kind of bank powered by DeFi 01:50 – Why crypto UX is broken & how Pyra fixes it 02:50 – Mobile-first: user expectations & shift from web 05:38 – Why they chose Solana over other chains 08:30 – Gasless transactions & abstracting complexity 10:00 – Smart wallets & seamless onboarding flow 12:07 – Bridging TradFi and DeFi: Visa on one side, protocols on the other 14:00 – How Pyra picks DeFi integrations (Drift, Jupiter, Sanctum) 15:55 – Risk management & audits 17:06 – Who’s using Pyra? Global DeFi natives, not just U.S. 19:33 – Strategy for mass market & future targeting 20:12 – Competitive advantage: self-custody + active yield 21:54 – Founding team mindset & the long game

Welcome to another episode of The Latest Development, where we dive into the latest tools and infrastructure being built on Solana. This week we’re joined by Steve from Triton One to talk about their powerful data streaming tools—Dragon’s Mouth and Fumarole—and how they’re helping builders scale faster and smarter. Timestamps:01:00 – Intro: What is Triton One? 02:15 – Triton’s role in the Solana ecosystem 03:00 – What is RPC and why does it matter? 06:30 – The importance of speed and data reliability 07:15 – What is Fumarole? 11:30 – Server performance and Solana’s massive data throughput 13:00 – How long does it take to build this infra? 14:30 – Fumarole vs Dragon’s Mouth 16:30 – Switching between services (mainnet ready) 17:45 – Lessons from beta testing 18:45 – What Fumarole unlocks for builders 20:15 – Why better infra = more accessible Solana development 21:00 – Final advice for Solana builders 🌐 https://triton.one/

In this episode of The Latest Development, we dive deep into Pinocchio, a revolutionary new library for building highly optimized Solana applications. Host interviews Taylor, co-founder of Exo Tech, to explore this fresh alternative to the widely-used Anchor framework. What You'll Learn: 🔧 What is Pinocchio? - A new library that helps build Solana applications with significant optimizations over legacy solutions like the Solana program crate ⚡ Performance Benefits - How Pinocchio saves compute units, reduces transaction costs, and increases network-wide transaction throughput 🚀 Development Trade-offs - Why choosing between speed-to-market vs optimization matters for different types of projects 🏗️ Current State - Where Pinocchio stands today, including limitations like light Token 2022 support and SDK compatibility challenges 💡 When to Use It - Expert advice on whether startups should start with Anchor or jump straight to Pinocchio Key Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction and what is Pinocchio 01:00 - Current development status and challenges 02:00 - Community involvement and progress updates 04:00 - Origins at Anza and community adoption05:00 - Product and user benefits 06:00 - Network-wide implications for Solana 07:00 - Recommendations for teams and startups Guest: Taylor - Co-founder of Exo Tech, early adopter and contributor to Pinocchio development About The Latest Development: A weekly show covering the latest developments in the Solana ecosystem, featuring builders, founders, and developers working on cutting-edge projects.