Gm! In today’s episode, we’re joined by Ian Unsworth, Co-founder of Kairos Research, to break down the KelpDAO hack and its impact on DeFi, from liquidity outflows to risk management. We also cover stablecoin yield strategies, Ethena’s backing model, Layer 2 risks like Scroll, and emerging infrastructure like DoubleZero Edge.

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Timestamps:

(0:00) Introduction

(2:56) rsETH Hack

(11:40) Are DeFi Rates Worth It?

(19:45) Scroll’s Gas Price Controversy

(25:46) Ethena’s Backing and Yield Model

(38:48) Why DoubleZero Edge Matters

(45:39) Solana Value Capture Debate

(58:22) Where DoubleZero Goes Next

(1:00:55) Closing Comments

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The KelpDAO Hack and DeFi’s Stress Test | Ian Unsworth