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0xResearch is for those who want to step up their game and think like a crypto analyst. We bring on crypto's best to uncover the latest research, explore protocol developments and identify new narratives. We are full-time crypto analysts who read white papers, governance forums and research pieces for fun (normal, right?). Join us as we combine crypto's top talent with our countless hours of research to create the best content in the space.
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Can Solana Catch Hyperliquid in Perps? | Luke & Sam
3d ago00:55:42Tap to summarizeIn this episode, we’re joined by Luke and Sam to discuss the evolution of crypto trading infrastructure, including Solana’s push to improve perpetual futures execution and compete with Hyperliquid. We also cover tokenized equities, onchain yield markets, Pendle’s role in DeFi incentives, and the growing adoption of tokenized Strategy-related assets. Thanks for tuning in! As always, remember this podcast is for informational purposes only, and any views expressed by anyone on the show are solely their opinions, not financial advice. -- Follow Blockworks Research: https://x.com/blockworksres Follow Luke: https://x.com/0xMether Follow Sam: https://x.com/minnus Follow Danny: https://x.com/defi_kay_ Follow Boccaccio: https://x.com/salveboccaccio -- Subscribe on YouTube: https://bit.ly/3foDS38 Subscribe on Apple: https://apple.co/3SNhUEt Subscribe on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3NlP1hA Get top market insights and the latest in crypto news. Subscribe to Blockworks Daily Newsletter: https://blockworks.co/newsletter/ -- Timestamps: (0:00) Introduction (1:52) Solana vs Hyperliquid (5:33) BAM’s Maker Priority (8:08) Why Solana Perps Lagged (11:44) Tokenized Stocks Shift Trading (26:24) Tokenized Stretch Takes Off (34:01) Stretch Looping Risks (37:44) Pendle’s Yield Challenge (43:45) Boros vs Pendle V2 (47:59) Crypto Finds Outside Markets (53:50) Closing Comments -- Check out Blockworks Research today! Research, data, governance, tokenomics, and models – now, all in one place Blockworks Research: https://www.blockworksresearch.com/ Free Daily Newsletter: https://blockworks.co/newsletter -- Disclaimer: Nothing said on 0xResearch is a recommendation to buy or sell securities or tokens. This podcast is for informational purposes only, and any views expressed by anyone on the show are solely our opinions, not financial advice. Boccaccio, Danny, and our guests may hold positions in the companies, funds, or projects discussed.
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Maple’s Bet on Fintech-Powered DeFi | Martin de Rijke
6d ago00:47:15Tap to summarizeIn this episode, we’re joined by Martin de Rijke, Head of Growth at Maple Finance, to discuss Maple’s evolution from a lending protocol into an onchain asset manager focused on institutional yield products. We cover fintech adoption, stablecoin growth, DeFi infrastructure, institutional borrowing demand, modular yield strategies, securitization vehicles, and the convergence of crypto, fintech, and traditional finance. Thanks for tuning in! As always, remember this podcast is for informational purposes only, and any views expressed by anyone on the show are solely their opinions, not financial advice. -- Follow Blockworks Research: https://x.com/blockworksres Follow Maple Finance: https://x.com/maplefinance Follow Martin: https://x.com/MartindRijke Follow Carlos: https://x.com/0xcarlosg Follow Boccaccio: https://x.com/salveboccaccio -- Subscribe on YouTube: https://bit.ly/3foDS38 Subscribe on Apple: https://apple.co/3SNhUEt Subscribe on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3NlP1hA Get top market insights and the latest in crypto news. Subscribe to Blockworks Daily Newsletter: https://blockworks.co/newsletter/ -- Timestamps: (0:00) Introduction (1:07) Maple’s Asset Manager Shift (3:03) Beyond Lending Protocols (6:44) Stablecoins Find Real Users (10:04) Fintech Trust Unlocks DeFi (14:32) Four Distribution Layers (17:58) Partners, Not Competitors (21:34) Fintech Integration Hurdles (25:44) Maple’s Yield Products (31:38) Borrowing Demand Returns (36:58) Four Growth Buckets (41:15) Onchain Securitization Vehicles (46:08) Closing Comments -- Check out Blockworks Research today! Research, data, governance, tokenomics, and models – now, all in one place Blockworks Research: https://www.blockworksresearch.com/ Free Daily Newsletter: https://blockworks.co/newsletter -- Disclaimer: Nothing said on 0xResearch is a recommendation to buy or sell securities or tokens. This podcast is for informational purposes only, and any views expressed by anyone on the show are solely our opinions, not financial advice. Boccaccio, Danny, and our guests may hold positions in the companies, funds, or projects discussed.
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Hyperliquid’s New Power Shift | Shaundadevens & Carlos
1w ago01:04:22Tap to summarizeIn this episode we’re joined by Shaundadevens & Carlos to discuss market volatility, reported scrutiny of Hyperliquid, Coinbase’s partnership and revenue-sharing structure with Hyperliquid, stablecoin distribution dynamics involving USDC, prediction market activity, HIP-4 outcome markets, Cerebras related trading discussions, and broader analysis of Sky, USDS, Spark, and crypto revenue models. Thanks for tuning in! As always, remember this podcast is for informational purposes only, and any views expressed by anyone on the show are solely their opinions, not financial advice. -- Follow Blockworks Research: https://x.com/blockworksres Follow Carlos: https://x.com/0xcarlosg Follow Shaundadevens: https://x.com/shaundadevens?lang=en Follow Danny: https://x.com/defi_kay_ Follow Boccaccio: https://x.com/salveboccaccio -- Subscribe on YouTube: https://bit.ly/3foDS38 Subscribe on Apple: https://apple.co/3SNhUEt Subscribe on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3NlP1hA Get top market insights and the latest in crypto news. Subscribe to Blockworks Daily Newsletter: https://blockworks.co/newsletter/ -- Timestamps: (0:00) Introduction (2:13) Hyperliquid And Coinbase Shakeup (10:21) Native Markets Transition (16:29) Stablecoin Deals Beyond Hyperliquid (24:26) Cerebras Pre-IPO Frenzy (32:05) HIP-4 Outcome Markets (38:55) Spinning Up Prediction Markets (45:52) Sky, USDS, And Spark (56:03) Sky Revenue Distribution (1:03:48) Closing Comments -- Check out Blockworks Research today! Research, data, governance, tokenomics, and models – now, all in one place Blockworks Research: https://www.blockworksresearch.com/ Free Daily Newsletter: https://blockworks.co/newsletter -- Disclaimer: Nothing said on 0xResearch is a recommendation to buy or sell securities or tokens. This podcast is for informational purposes only, and any views expressed by anyone on the show are solely our opinions, not financial advice. Boccaccio, Danny, and our guests may hold positions in the companies, funds, or projects discussed.
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How Spark Is Rebuilding DeFi Lending | Sam MacPherson
2w ago00:48:16Tap to summarizeIn this episode, we’re joined by Sam MacPherson, Co-Founder and CEO of Phoenix Labs, to discuss Sky’s evolution from MakerDAO, Spark’s role as a prime agent SubDAO, and its approach to DeFi lending, liquidity management, and risk frameworks. We also cover governance restructuring, isolated lending markets, token buybacks, institutional liquidity products, fintech partnerships, and Spark’s long-term vision for prime brokerage and USDT growth. Thanks for tuning in! As always, remember this podcast is for informational purposes only, and any views expressed by anyone on the show are solely their opinions, not financial advice. -- Follow Blockworks Research: https://x.com/blockworksres Follow Spark: https://x.com/sparkdotfi Follow Sam MacPherson: https://x.com/hexonaut?lang=en Follow Luke Leasure: https://x.com/0xMether Follow Boccaccio: https://x.com/salveboccaccio -- Subscribe on YouTube: https://bit.ly/3foDS38 Subscribe on Apple: https://apple.co/3SNhUEt Subscribe on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3NlP1hA Get top market insights and the latest in crypto news. Subscribe to Blockworks Daily Newsletter: https://blockworks.co/newsletter/ -- Timestamps: (0:00) Introduction (1:55) Why MakerDAO Became Sky (5:10) Spark’s Role Under Sky (7:45) Spark Liquidity Layer (12:25) Conservative Collateral Strategy (17:35) DeFi Risk Ratings (24:38) Liquidity Intents Explained (27:37) Buybacks and Token Treasury (29:46) Spark’s Real Competitors (32:51) Backend for Fintechs (35:56) SubDAO Competition Dynamics (43:20) What’s Next for Spark (47:10) Closing Comments -- Check out Blockworks Research today! Research, data, governance, tokenomics, and models – now, all in one place Blockworks Research: https://www.blockworksresearch.com/ Free Daily Newsletter: https://blockworks.co/newsletter -- Disclaimer: Nothing said on 0xResearch is a recommendation to buy or sell securities or tokens. This podcast is for informational purposes only, and any views expressed by anyone on the show are solely our opinions, not financial advice. Boccaccio, Danny, and our guests may hold positions in the companies, funds, or projects discussed.
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Jito Goes Upstack With JTX | Livestream
3w ago00:49:44Tap to summarizeIn this episode, we discuss shifting dynamics in crypto infrastructure, including Base moving away from Optimism, the evolving Layer 2 landscape, MegaETH’s business model, and Jito’s expansion into trading products with JTX. We also cover tokenized equities on Solana, frontend vs. backend monetization strategies, and Coinbase’s layoffs and earnings miss. Thanks for tuning in! As always, remember this podcast is for informational purposes only, and any views expressed by anyone on the show are solely their opinions, not financial advice. -- Follow Blockworks Research: https://x.com/blockworksres Follow Danny: https://x.com/defi_kay_ Follow Boccaccio: https://x.com/salveboccaccio -- Subscribe on YouTube: https://bit.ly/3foDS38 Subscribe on Apple: https://apple.co/3SNhUEt Subscribe on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3NlP1hA Get top market insights and the latest in crypto news. Subscribe to Blockworks Daily Newsletter: https://blockworks.co/newsletter/ -- Timestamps: (0:00) Introduction (2:22) Base Leaves Optimism (5:31) L2 Winners And Losers (10:01) MegaETH’s Revenue Play (14:06) JTX Goes Upstack (35:11) Coinbase’s Rough Week (45:43) Closing Comments -- Check out Blockworks Research today! Research, data, governance, tokenomics, and models – now, all in one place Blockworks Research: https://www.blockworksresearch.com/ Free Daily Newsletter: https://blockworks.co/newsletter -- Disclaimer: Nothing said on 0xResearch is a recommendation to buy or sell securities or tokens. This podcast is for informational purposes only, and any views expressed by anyone on the show are solely our opinions, not financial advice. Boccaccio, Danny, and our guests may hold positions in the companies, funds, or projects discussed.
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Building a Fully Onchain Exchange: Inside World Markets | Aurelius & Hersch
4w ago00:48:34Tap to summarizeIn this episode, we’re joined by Hersch and Aurelius from World Markets to break down their vision for a fully onchain exchange. We cover the Atlas risk engine, unified perp, spot, and lending markets, fixed-rate lending, MegaETH infrastructure, ADL limitations, market structure design, and what’s next for the platform. Thanks for tuning in! As always, remember this podcast is for informational purposes only, and any views expressed by anyone on the show are solely their opinions, not financial advice. -- Follow Blockworks Research: https://x.com/blockworksres Follow World Markets: https://x.com/worldmarketsinc Follow Hersch: https://x.com/tittyrespecter Follow Aurelius: https://x.com/0xlarpist Follow Boccaccio: https://x.com/salveboccaccio -- Subscribe on YouTube: https://bit.ly/3foDS38 Subscribe on Apple: https://apple.co/3SNhUEt Subscribe on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3NlP1hA Get top market insights and the latest in crypto news. Subscribe to Blockworks Daily Newsletter: https://blockworks.co/newsletter/ -- Timestamps: (0:00) Introduction (2:04) Why Build on MegaETH? (3:42) Gas Costs and L2s (6:00) Appchain Tradeoffs (8:57) Atlas Risk Engine (16:25) Fixed-Rate Lending (19:55) Why No ADL? (30:08) Listings and GTM (37:07) Stablecoin Concerns (39:37) What’s Next (44:00) How Hersch Joined World Markets (48:00) Closing Comments -- Check out Blockworks Research today! Research, data, governance, tokenomics, and models – now, all in one place Blockworks Research: https://www.blockworksresearch.com/ Free Daily Newsletter: https://blockworks.co/newsletter -- Disclaimer: Nothing said on 0xResearch is a recommendation to buy or sell securities or tokens. This podcast is for informational purposes only, and any views expressed by anyone on the show are solely our opinions, not financial advice. Boccaccio, Danny, and our guests may hold positions in the companies, funds, or projects discussed.
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Inside Hyperlend: Building a Lending Protocol on Hyperliquid | Ness
Apr 2400:27:59Tap to summarizeIn this episode, we’re joined by Ness, CEO and Co-founder of Hyperlend, to discuss building on Hyperliquid, the decision to adopt an Aave-based design, and how the protocol approaches interest rates and borrowing against L1 positions. We also cover liquid HLP, token launch and staking incentives, competitive positioning, tokenized equities, and Hyperlend’s roadmap, including institutional growth and private credit markets. Thanks for tuning in! As always, remember this podcast is for informational purposes only, and any views expressed by anyone on the show are solely their opinions, not financial advice. -- Follow Blockworks Research: https://x.com/blockworksres Follow Hyperlend: https://x.com/hyperlendx Follow Ness: https://x.com/0xNessus Follow Boccaccio: https://x.com/salveboccaccio -- Subscribe on YouTube: https://bit.ly/3foDS38 Subscribe on Apple: https://apple.co/3SNhUEt Subscribe on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3NlP1hA Get top market insights and the latest in crypto news. Subscribe to Blockworks Daily Newsletter: https://blockworks.co/newsletter/ -- Timestamps: (0:00) Introduction (1:30) What is Hyperlend? (5:20) Why Aave & How the Protocol Works (7:34) Interest Rates, Borrowing Flow & L1 Positions (11:11) Liquid HLP Product & Market Fit (13:43) Token Launch, Incentives & Stake-and-Save (18:51) Tiers, No Lockups & Staking Design Choices (21:24) Competition, BLP & Hyperlend’s Positioning (23:54) Tokenized Equities & What’s Next (26:22) Closing Comments -- Check out Blockworks Research today! Research, data, governance, tokenomics, and models – now, all in one place Blockworks Research: https://www.blockworksresearch.com/ Free Daily Newsletter: https://blockworks.co/newsletter -- Disclaimer: Nothing said on 0xResearch is a recommendation to buy or sell securities or tokens. This podcast is for informational purposes only, and any views expressed by anyone on the show are solely our opinions, not financial advice. Boccaccio, Danny, and our guests may hold positions in the companies, funds, or projects discussed.
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Why Perps Are Overtaking Options | DAS New York
Apr 1700:12:33Tap to summarizeIn this episode, Shaundadevens outlines the thesis that 24/7 equity perpetuals will become a major theme. He explains why perpetuals outperform options for price exposure, evaluates market size and infrastructure requirements, highlights Hyperliquid and TradeXYZ, and examines silver and crude oil case studies demonstrating efficiency and weekend price discovery. Thanks for tuning in! As always, remember this podcast is for informational purposes only, and any views expressed by anyone on the show are solely their opinions, not financial advice. -- Follow Blockworks Research: https://x.com/blockworksres Follow Shaundadevens: https://x.com/shaundadevens -- Subscribe on YouTube: https://bit.ly/3foDS38 Subscribe on Apple: https://apple.co/3SNhUEt Subscribe on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3NlP1hA Get top market insights and the latest in crypto news. Subscribe to Blockworks Daily Newsletter: https://blockworks.co/newsletter/ -- Timestamps: (0:00) Introduction (1:15) Why Perps Beat Options (5:00) Why Hyperliquid and TradeXYZ Win (7:26) Silver and Crude Oil Case Studies (10:23) Weekend Pricing Works (11:36) Closing Comments -- Check out Blockworks Research today! Research, data, governance, tokenomics, and models – now, all in one place Blockworks Research: https://www.blockworksresearch.com/ Free Daily Newsletter: https://blockworks.co/newsletter -- Disclaimer: Nothing said on 0xResearch is a recommendation to buy or sell securities or tokens. This podcast is for informational purposes only, and any views expressed by anyone on the show are solely our opinions, not financial advice. Boccaccio, Danny, and our guests may hold positions in the companies, funds, or projects discussed.
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Institutional DeFi & Yield in Modern Markets | EthCC Panels
Apr 1001:39:56Tap to summarizeThis episode features two live panels recorded at EthCC, exploring the next phase of DeFi’s evolution—from institutional adoption to capital efficiency and yield generation. Panel 1: Institutional DeFi: From Stablecoins to RWAs Speakers discuss the rise of stablecoins, the growth of tokenized real-world assets (RWAs), and how institutions are entering onchain markets. Topics include tokenization frameworks, market structure challenges, transparency, and the role of DeFi in building a more global and accessible financial system. Panel 2: Capital Efficiency & Yield in Modern DeFi The second panel dives into lending vaults, yield strategies, and risk management. Participants break down capital efficiency, the difference between organic and incentivized yield, and how protocols are approaching risk monitoring, liquidity constraints, and portfolio construction in increasingly complex DeFi markets. Thanks for tuning in! As always, remember this podcast is for informational purposes only, and any views expressed by anyone on the show are solely their opinions, not financial advice. -- Panel 1 Speakers: Marcia Blacken, Head of Porto Solutions, Self-Custody & DeFi (Anchorage Digital) Oya Celiktemur, EMEA Director (Ondo) Jonathan Han, CEO (Euler) Marcelo Ruiz de Olano, CEO & Co-founder (KPK) Panel 2 Speakers: Ilgiz, Chief Product Officer (Gearbox) Mike Massari, Strategic Advisor (RedStone) engn33r, Solutions Engineer (Yearn) Giel Detienne, Head of Curation (KPK) -- Follow Blockworks Research: https://x.com/blockworksres Follow KPK: https://x.com/kpk_io -- Subscribe on YouTube: https://bit.ly/3foDS38 Subscribe on Apple: https://apple.co/3SNhUEt Subscribe on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3NlP1hA Get top market insights and the latest in crypto news. Subscribe to Blockworks Daily Newsletter: https://blockworks.co/newsletter/ -- Timestamps: (0:00) Introduction (9:00) Panel 1 Start (10:27) Why Tokenize RWAs? (15:18) Transparency and Legal Rights (21:41) Where Risk Lives (25:00) Best Asset Classes (30:48) Permissioned vs Permissionless (34:23) Who Drives Adoption? (38:13) RWAs in Three Years (45:19) Panel 2 Start (46:31) What Is Capital Efficiency? (49:52) Incentives vs Organic Yield (54:15) Should APY Be Split? (58:22) What Destroys Yield? (1:05:18) How Do You Price Risk? (1:14:19) Off-Chain Risk Meets DeFi (1:21:37) A Risk Metric Everyone Trusts? (1:27:30) Early Warning Signs (1:34:51) Can AI Manage Risk? (1:39:32) Closing Comments -- Check out Blockworks Research today! Research, data, governance, tokenomics, and models – now, all in one place Blockworks Research: https://www.blockworksresearch.com/ Free Daily Newsletter: https://blockworks.co/newsletter -- Disclaimer: Nothing said on 0xResearch is a recommendation to buy or sell securities or tokens. This podcast is for informational purposes only, and any views expressed by anyone on the show are solely our opinions, not financial advice. Boccaccio, Danny, and our guests may hold positions in the companies, funds, or projects discussed.
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Tokenization, AI Agents, and the Future of DeFi | Aryan
Apr 300:53:32Tap to summarizeIn this episode, we are joined by Aryan of CMT Digital to discuss tokenization progress, real-world asset risks, and infrastructure gaps in DeFi. We explore blockchain competition for financial markets, evolving revenue models, and AI agents in crypto. The conversation also covers Hyperliquid’s growth, institutional adoption trends, and the role of automation in research and investing. Thanks for tuning in! As always, remember this podcast is for informational purposes only, and any views expressed by anyone on the show are solely their opinions, not financial advice. -- Follow Blockworks Research: https://x.com/blockworksres Follow CMT Digital: https://x.com/CMT_Digital Follow Boccaccio: https://x.com/salveboccaccio -- Subscribe on YouTube: https://bit.ly/3foDS38 Subscribe on Apple: https://apple.co/3SNhUEt Subscribe on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3NlP1hA Get top market insights and the latest in crypto news. Subscribe to Blockworks Daily Newsletter: https://blockworks.co/newsletter/ -- Timestamps: (0:00) Introduction (3:35) Tokenization Infrastructure (6:49) Why Equities Beat ETFs (9:54) RWA Risk And Oracles (15:37) Ethereum, Solana, Or Canton? (21:20) How Chains Should Monetize (26:19) AI Agents Need Identity (36:48) How AI Changed Investing (40:42) HYPE Perps: Success Or Not? (47:31) What Comes Next For DeFi (52:41) Closing Comments -- Check out Blockworks Research today! Research, data, governance, tokenomics, and models – now, all in one place Blockworks Research: https://www.blockworksresearch.com/ Free Daily Newsletter: https://blockworks.co/newsletter -- Disclaimer: Nothing said on 0xResearch is a recommendation to buy or sell securities or tokens. This podcast is for informational purposes only, and any views expressed by anyone on the show are solely our opinions, not financial advice. Boccaccio, Danny, and our guests may hold positions in the companies, funds, or projects discussed.
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