Invisible Wallets and Decentralized Privacy: Georgi Koreli’s Vision for Web3
Privacy in the digital age is more than a feature—it's a necessity. In this episode of The Defiant Podcast, host Vinny sits down with Georgi Koreli, co-founder and CEO of Hinkal Wallet, to explore the cutting-edge innovations shaping Web3 privacy. From Georgie’s fascinating journey from professional wrestling to crypto entrepreneurship, to the challenges of public blockchains and the solutions Hinkal Wallet offers, this conversation dives deep into the future of decentralized finance.Discover how privacy stacks, invisible wallets, and decentralized coordination are transforming the financial ecosystem, and learn why privacy is the key to unlocking mass adoption in crypto. Georgi also shares insights on regulatory challenges, the role of compliance, and how enterprises can prepare for the next wave of blockchain innovation.Chapters:00:07 Transparency vs. Privacy: The paradox of innovation and exposure in Web3.03:05 Introduction to the podcast and Georgie Corelli.03:22 Georgi’s Background and Journey to Crypto04:27 Public Blockchains and Privacy05:16 The Concept of Invisible Wallets10:01 Regulatory Perspectives in Europe12:58 The New Privacy Stack15:42 Public vs. Private Blockchains17:18 Privacy and Compliance20:08 Lessons from Recent Data Breaches24:02 Decentralized Coordination and Privacy28:15 Preparing for Mass Adoption of Crypto32:08 The Future of Privacy in Finance39:22 Closing Thoughts
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From Crisis to Comeback: How Euler Labs Survived a $200M Hack to Thrive in DeFi | Michael Bentley
In this episode of the Defiant Podcast, we sit down with Michael Bentley, co-founder and CEO of Euler Labs, to explore one of the most remarkable comeback stories in DeFi history. From a devastating $200M exploit in 2023 to surpassing $1B in outstanding loans, Euler Labs has redefined resilience and innovation in the crypto space.Michael shares the emotional and technical challenges of navigating the exploit, the process of recovering funds, and the lessons learned along the way. We also dive into the evolution of Euler Labs, the launch of V2, and their groundbreaking innovations in DeFi lending, borrowing, and stablecoins.Whether you're a crypto enthusiast, a DeFi builder, or just love a good comeback story, this episode is packed with insights, inspiration, and a behind-the-scenes look at the future of decentralized finance.Chapters:00:00 - Introduction01:27 - Meet Michael Bentley: CEO of Euler Labs02:03 - The Early Days: From PhD to Crypto04:02 - Founding Euler Labs: Hackathon Beginnings08:10 - Innovations in DeFi Lending13:00 - The 2023 Exploit: What Happened?20:33 - Recovering $200M: Negotiating with the Hacker33:04 - Picking Up the Pieces: Team Resilience36:41 - Launching V2: A New Chapter42:29 - Differentiating Euler Labs in DeFi45:24 - The Future of DeFi: Institutional Adoption50:43 - Lessons for Founders: Resilience and Security52:24 - Closing Thoughts: The Hard Things Are Worth It
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Vlad Tenev on Robinhood’s Bold Move into Crypto, DeFi, and Ethereum L2s
In this episode of The Defiant Podcast, we sit down with Vlad Tenev, Co-founder and CEO of Robinhood, to explore how Robinhood is bringing tokenized U.S. stocks to the EU, launching an Ethereum L2 with Arbitrum tech, and shaping the future of finance. From tokenized private shares to the long-term vision of blockchain adoption, Vlad shares insights on regulation, innovation, and the battle between Robinhood and Coinbase. Is crypto the backbone of global finance? Tune in to find out!Chapters:00:00 Intro: How do you get people in the U.S. excited about stocks onchain?00:52 Introduction to Vlad Tenev, Co-Founder and CEO of Robinhood01:30 Tokenized U.S. stocks, private company stocks, Robin Hood blockchain, USDG, and other announcements02:35 Robinhood offers tokenized U.S. stocks to customers in the EU06:52 Primary market for private companies’ tokenized shares13:55 Robinhood launches Ethereum L2 using Arbitrum tech18:45 Will Robinhood launch a token?20:00 What regulation will need to happen in the U.S. to launch these products here?24:47 How do these crypto announcements fit into the long term vision of RH?28:43 RH chain as an enabler for this vision of global adoption30:45 Will crypto remain a niche asset class or become the backbone of finance?35:10 Robinhood vs. Coinbase37:10 The DeFi Mullet: UX and DeFi on Robinhood41:55 What makes Vlad a believer in crypto innovation?46:10 Closing remarks
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20% Yield on Stablecoins Is Just the Beginning | Vikram Arun, Superform CEO
Looking to understand stablecoins, onchain yields, and the future of DeFi?Join us as Vikram Arun, CEO of Superform, shares expert insights on stablecoin yield strategies, the role of Web3 technology in automation, and whether 20% onchain yields are truly sustainable in today’s crypto economy. Plus, we explore the impact of the GENIUS Act on the crypto industry and discuss the intersection of innovation and regulation in shaping the future of digital assets. Topics Included: The evolution of stablecoins as a financial tool Why automation is critical for DeFi growth The long-term potential of yield-generating assets The fading stigma of crypto and its real-world financial integration Chapters:00:00 Defiant Info00:41 Introduction to Vikram Arun, Founder and CEO of Superform01:31 Crypto is a better form of money03:30 Early AMMs as an entry into crypto05:44 Stablecoins and yield 07:35 20% onchain yield on Superform: is it sustainable?11:03 Web3 tech with Web2 functionality 13:23 Automation in stablecoin yield15:51 The GENIUS Act’s effects on the crypto ecosystem17:30 GENIUS and decentralization21:20 The importance of demand in ideating crypto products22:55 Circle, Stripe, Paypal, and public sentiment towards stablecoins24:27 Interest rates hold steady, what’s the impact on crypto?26:40 Speculation and the memecoin resurgence30:00 Yield-generating assets and age demographics32:05 Integrating wealth building into people’s mindsets with DeFi33:45 The next phase of onchain yield36:25 Will this innovation be enough to defeat crypto’s bad reputation?37:48 Crypto’s rising tide into TradFi and daily life39:55 NFTs in the next DeFi summer41:48 Advice for people who want to start earning yield43:00 Lightning round!43:55 Closing remarks
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Every Company Will Be a Crypto Company: Expert Insights with Sandy Kaul from Franklin Templeton
What happens when traditional finance and decentralized finance collide? Join us in this insightful interview with Sandy Kaul, Head of Innovation at Franklin Templeton, as we explore the firm’s groundbreaking crypto experiments, DeFi-enabled opportunities, and the future of tokenized money market funds. Key Topics Covered Franklin Templeton’s onchain money market fund How evolving crypto infrastructure is reshaping TradFi New TradFi products enabled by crypto Tokenization vs. stablecoins Supply chain and enterprise resource management powered by DeFi Regulation, obstacles, and the merging of TradFi and DeFi Get a front-row seat to how one of the world’s leading financial institutions is driving innovation in the space.Chapters:00:00 Defiant Intro01:04 Introduction to Sandy Kaul, Head of Innovation at Franklin Templeton06:56 Franklin Templeton experimenting with crypto to save costs08:11 Franklin Templeton’s onchain money market fund09:26 Evolving crypto infrastructure from 2019 to today11:42 What do institutions look for when planning to launch a product onchain?13:41 Choosing blockchains based on use cases16:15 Three new TradFi offerings enabled by crypto19:56 Additional applications for DeFi: supply chain management21:56 Additional applications for DeFi: enterprise resource management systems22:49 Tokenized money market funds vs. stablecoins25:11 Product bundles and asset classes28:31 Obstacles to offering more crypto products31:26 What clarity are you looking to regulation for?34:16 Complex DeFi products being accepted in TradFi 35:13 DeFi and TradFi need to support one another37:04 Regulation will open up new pools of assets and value 38:56 What will the merging of TradFi and crypto look like?41:10 Will the back of house for these firms move onchain?42:55 Consumer demand for crypto products47:15 Payments outside of fiat48:34 Incorporating crypto into Franklin Templeton model portfolios50:35 What is the demand for current crypto offerings?54:30 What does success look like for Franklin Templeton?55:30 Closing Remarks
The internet of money is being built with blockchain technology and without banks. We call it DeFi, short for Decentralized Finance, and this is where you can hear the builders and users of this cutting edge world tell their stories first hand. Hosted by Camila Russo.
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