Best Node Foundation Podcasts (2025)

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#98: Managing Ops for a Web3 Foundation (Everclear) with Max Kalyuzhnyi 59:54

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Max Kalyuzhnyi, Head of Operations at Everclear Foundation, shares his journey from Big4 audit to web3 finance. We cover token migrations, fundraising, vibe-coding, and the tools he uses for web3 ops, from Toku & Sablier to Integral, Rain, and Dakota. ✅ OUR RESOURCES 🌐 Join a global community of web3 accounting & finance professionals - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https:…

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#97: Building the Digital Assets Audit Department at Deloitte France 49:51

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Deloitte has been on the front lines of digital assets, working with exchanges, custodians, stablecoin issuers, and enterprises to bring crypto into regulated finance. In this episode, I’m joined by Jérémy Stevance, Manager on Deloitte France’s Digital Assets Team, who has spent the last four years building their crypto audit practice. He’s worked …

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#96: Building an Enterprise Grade Crypto Accounting Software with Kryptos 38:55

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Should a crypto subledger do more than just bookkeeping and reporting? Kryptos began as a retail-focused crypto tax tool. Today, it has evolved into an enterprise-grade accounting platform, offering not just bookkeeping, but also treasury management, token vesting, payroll, invoicing, audits, and even proof-of-reserves. On Episode 96, we spoke with…

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Prop AMMs, MEV, and the Realities of Solana's Roadmap w/ Connor (Temporal) and Brennan Watt (Anza) 33:58

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DISCLAIMER The content herein is provided for educational, informational, and entertainment purposes only, and does not constitute an offer to sell or a solicitation of an offer to buy any securities, options, futures, or other derivatives related to securities in any jurisdiction, nor should not be relied upon as advice to buy, sell or hold any of…

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#95: Navigating Web3 Operations with Sarah Luehrs from Union Labs 47:43

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Navigating Web3 operations isn’t always glamorous. While developers are busy building, someone needs to ensure the machines run smoothly behind the scenes. Sarah Luehrs is the COO at Union Labs, and she pulls back the curtain on what it takes to navigate web3 operations and scale a remote-first team. ✅ OUR RESOURCES 🌐 Join a global community of web…

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#94 - Stablecoin Issuance Regulation with Legal Nodes (GENIUS Act v/s MiCA) 44:15

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Ep. 94 dives into the newly signed GENIUS Act and what it means for stablecoin issuers. I’m joined by Nestor Dubnevych (Legal Nodes) to unpack its impact on licensing, compliance, and cross-border operations. We also cover global regulatory trends and what teams need to know when building crypto payment products. ✅ OUR RESOURCES 🌐 Join a global com…

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Reinventing Onchain Order Books on Solana w/ Tristan Frezza (Bullet) 42:51

2M ago42:51

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In this episode, Austin chats with Tristan (Bullet) to discuss the significant evolution of decentralized finance (DeFi), particularly focusing on the re-emergence of Central Limit Order Books (CLOBs) and the innovative development of Bullet on Solana. Tristan dives into the history of order books, their challenges in the DeFi space, and the techno…

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#93: Asset Management & Financial Reporting for DAOs with Jack Gale from kpk (formerly karpatkey) 57:00

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kpk is redefining crypto treasury management with secure, transparent, fully on-chain systems. In this episode, I speak with Jack Gale, core contributor at kpk (formerly Karpatkey), managing over $1.8B for top DAOs like Gnosis, Aave, ENS, and dYdX. We dive into why an Investment Policy Statement (IPS) is essential for DAOs, how kpk builds trust wit…

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An Investor's Evolving Thesis of a Maturing Market w/ Jon Charbonneau (DBA) 48:45

3M ago48:45

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DBA co-founder John Charbonneau discusses his journey from TradFi to crypto, detailing his evolution from an Ethereum maximalist to a multi-chain pragmatist. He argues that as the crypto market matures beyond hype cycles, real revenue and cash flow are becoming key valuation metrics. He points to Hyperliquid's controversial rise as a prime example …

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#92: Web3 Incorporation in Panama (A Legal Guide) 1:03:41

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Web3 is global, but where you set up your company matters. One growing hotspot is Panama. Panama doesn’t have specific crypto laws yet, so Web3 projects don’t need special licenses. It’s unregulated, but still legal. Plus, there’s 0% corporate tax on foreign income, making it a great place for innovation. To break it all down, I’m joined by Edgar Y…

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#91: DeFiBank for Enterprises with Jozef Vogel, COO of EtherFi 42:16

4M ago42:16

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Banking has always been about trust and control. Neobanks upgraded the user experience, but the system remained centralized. Now, we’re in the third wave: DeFi banks, a non-custodial, blockchain-based, and fully user-controlled. Leading this shift is EtherFi, offering a seamless way to save, earn, and spend without traditional banks. Think fiat on/…

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What Makes Jupiter the Most Web 2 Team in Web3 (in a Good Way) w/ Kash Dhanda 51:02

4M ago51:02

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In this episode, Kash Dhanda of Jupiter shares his crypto career journey and his unique role blending content creation with product strategy. He delves into Jupiter's unconventional organizational structure, explaining how it fuels their rapid product development and acquisition strategy. Kash highlights the reasoning behind key initiatives such as…

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#90: Token Launch & Valuation with Neil Thakur from Teknos Associates 1:13:11

4M ago1:13:11

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In practice, token launches are often delayed, and that can slow down the entire roadmap of a web3 project. Once there’s a traded price for a token, it’s difficult to walk it back. Post-launch valuations are often magnitudes higher than pre-launch ones. That’s why valuation reports have a limited shelf life, and why getting it right matters. My gue…

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A Decade on the Frontlines of Crypto Policy w/ Peter Van Valkenburgh 1:06:59

4M ago1:06:59

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In this episode, Austin and Peter Van Valkenburgh Coin Center's mission and the critical role of educating policymakers. The discussion spans over Coin Center's inception, its efforts in shaping sound crypto regulations, and its battles against adverse policies. Peter sheds light on Coin Center's ongoing lawsuits, the implications of recent DOJ gui…

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#89: A Legal Guide for Token Launches with Jonathan Turnham from NXT Law 1:19:48

4M ago1:19:48

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Before a token hits the market, founders face complex legal and tax decisions that can make or break their project. Where to incorporate? What type of token to issue? How does your personal residency affect taxes? On Ep. 89, I’m joined by Jonathan Turnham, Managing Partner at NXT Law, who’s helped launch over 350 Cayman Foundations and advised cryp…

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Self-Custody. No Seed Phrase. w/ Ouriel Ohayon (Zengo) 32:50

5M ago32:50

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In this episode, Austin chats with Ouriel Ohayon (Zengo) about the evolving landscape of crypto wallets and wallet security. The conversation dives into the history and challenges of crypto custody solutions, from the problems with centralized custodians and self-custody methods to the sophistication of hacking groups. Ouriel discusses how Zengo is…

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#88: Fund Accounting for Digital Assets with MG Stover & Otto 54:52

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The investment fund industry is massive, spanning everything from mutual funds and hedge funds to private equity and ETFs. But something’s changing. Finance is shifting from slow, opaque off-chain transactions to fast, transparent on-chain finance. Tokenized funds are here, with institutional AUM now over $470 million (rwa.xyz). Leading this evolut…

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A Hardware-Accelerated Sidechain for Scaling Solana w/ Chaofan Shou (Solayer) 31:36

5M ago31:36

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In this episode of Validated, host Austin talks with Chaofan Shou about building Solayer, high-performance side chain for Solana. Chaofan describes the specifics of Solayer's hybrid model, which sits between a traditional Layer 1 and Layer 2, offering faster execution environments for market makers and reducing high priority fees. They get into its…

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#87: The Future of Crypto Accounting with Chandan Lodha from CoinTracker 48:33

6M ago48:33

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Tokenization is hitting an inflection point, with $4–5 trillion in digital securities expected by 2030. Crypto accounting has come a long way from the Wild West days, but challenges remain for crypto accountants. Regulators and accounting bodies are stepping in, and a real crypto finance stack is finally emerging. On Episode 87, I'm joined by Chand…

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Engineering Agave for Solana's Next Chapter w/ Brennan Watt (Anza) 42:01

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In this episode, Austin speaks with Brennan Watt, VP of Core Engineering at Anza, about the evolution of Solana’s validator clients. The conversation centers on Agave, originally developed at Solana Labs and now, by Anza. Brennan offers perspective on the critical role validator clients play in overall network performance, recounting challenges enc…

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#86: Launching a Fractional Web3 CFO Practice with Nauman Mustafa from Celo Foundation & HashLedger 54:31

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Fractional leadership is booming, especially in web3. Startups can tap into C-suite expertise without the full-time salary. But once VC money hits, if your financial ops aren’t solid, you’re not scaling, you’re stalling. Enter the Fractional CFO: a strategic partner handling fundraising, treasury, and audit readiness. In this episode, I chat with N…

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How MegaETH's Node Specialization Enables Real-Time Applications w/ Lei Yang (MegaLabs) 49:24

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In this episode, Austin sits down with Lei Yang of MegaLabs to explore the architecture behind MegaETH and its unique approach to enabling real-time blockchain applications. By specializing node roles and optimizing for high-frequency transactions, MegaETH tackles technical challenges like network latency and state propagation head-on. The conversa…

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#85: Onchain Treasury Allocation with Octav 41:34

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In traditional finance, Treasury Management is a well-documented practice with plenty of guidance and literature. But in web3, many of those concepts don’t quite apply. Foundations, DAOs, and other web3 startups often hold their treasuries in wallets, with those assets remaining idle. But by strategically allocating part of their treasury to genera…

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#84: Building an Enterprise Crypto Accounting Software with Cryptio 1:16:08

7M ago1:16:08

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Crypto sub-ledgers have evolved from their early days when they would only be required to categorize onchain transactions and calculate the realized gain/loss under the appropriate cost basis method. To satisfy their existing customers and bring new players into the industry, sub-ledgers have to adapt to new requirements from local GAAP & IFRS, and…

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The Aptos Roadmap w/ Avery Ching (Aptos Labs) 52:04

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In this episode, Austin chats with Avery Ching (Aptos Labs) about the latest developments and future vision for Aptos. Avery recounts his early involvement with Libra/Diem at Meta, his journey into the crypto space, and the technical challenges and solutions that Aptos is tackling. The episode dives into the architectural framework of Aptos, dynami…

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Is Social Trading Crypto's Next Big Thing? w/ Ilja Moisejevs and Richard Wu 40:38

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In this episode, Austin chats with Ilmoi and Richard Wu about Vector, a social trading app that combines elements of Robinhood and Twitter. They delve into the core functionality of Vector, its community-building strategies, and the sophisticated technical infrastructure underpinning its seamless experience. The discussion also addresses broader to…

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Increase Bandwidth, Reduce Latency w/ Mateo Ward and Andrew McConnell (Malbec Labs) 1:00:20

8M ago1:00:20

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In this episode of Validated, Austin discusses his new venture DoubleZero with co-founders Andrew McConnell and Matteo Ward. They discuss the necessity of creating high-performance networking specifically tailored for blockchains, comparing it to the traditional internet and private networks. They delve into their backgrounds and how their experien…

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#83: Yield Bearing Stablecoins with Coinshift 51:01

8M ago51:01

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The extra steps needed to tap into DeFi protocols often intimidate web3 companies from putting idle capital to work. Many of these companies hold large amounts of stablecoins like USDC and USDT, sitting idle and earning no yield. Since the start of 2025, Coinshift has been redefining how users earn passive income on stable assets through their liqu…

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#82: Managing Data in a Multi-Blockchain World with Noves 40:30

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As the number of new blockchains and protocols continues to surge, accountants face an increasingly complex challenge in reconciling on-chain data. With no universal standard for blockchain data, and significant variations in how different chains operate, the task becomes even more daunting. Accountants are not engineers, they rely on tools like su…

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#81: Digital Assets Tax Updates for 2025 with RSM US 58:03

9M ago58:03

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Donald Trump’s presidency is stirring up buzz in the web3 communities. Builders and users alike are optimistic about how the new administration could shape the future of digital assets, with promises of clearer regulations and greater adoption of cryptocurrencies on the horizon. But while we wait for these changes to take effect, there are already …

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#80: 2024 Wrapped - plus new courses & upgraded community for 2025 25:19

9M ago25:19

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In this special New Year's episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on what The Accountant Quits has been up to in 2024 and giving you an exclusive preview of what’s ahead in 2025. I’ll dive into the milestones we’ve hit, from the Crypto Accounting Academy’s relative success to the launch of the Crypto Accounting Accelerator. Plus, I’ll highlight the …

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#79: DAO Services in the Cayman Islands with Karel Olivier from Lemma 1:08:10

10M ago1:08:10

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One school of thought argues that DAOs should avoid any legal structure and remain unregistered in all jurisdictions. But having a legal entity allows the DAO to engage in contracts with other real-world entities, and perhaps the biggest of all, A legal entity protects the individual participants of a DAO from unlimited liability. One structure tha…

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#78: Becoming a Web3 CFO with Zac Hogg from Solana Foundation 1:10:48

10M ago1:10:48

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A recurring theme among the CFOs I've interviewed is their common starting point: a lot of them started out at the Big4 accounting firms. I call these places boot camps for accountants - you’re surrounded by some of the brightest minds in accounting, working on massive clients, and the name on your resume alone gets people to take you seriously. Ye…

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Will Stablecoins and PayFi Replace Traditional Banking? w/ Anna Yuan (Perena) 44:35

10M ago44:35

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In this episode, Austin chats with Anna Yuan about the founding of QuineCo, the company behind Perena, a new protocol designed to support the liquidity, interoperability, and capital efficiency of stablecoins. The conversation covers the comprehensive value chain of stablecoins, the existing inefficiencies in current stablecoin ecosystems, and the …

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#77: Building a Crypto SaaS with a Two-Person Team with Bassil Eid & Selem Essaied from Breezing 1:00:23

11M ago1:00:23

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For the past 2 years, downsizing has been rampant across the board at companies embracing AI. According to Techcrunch, in 2024 alone, there have been more than 130,000 job cuts across 457 companies, from tech giants like Google, Salesforce, Dropbox, Microsoft and Consensys. If existing companies are slashing their workforce, the new startups are al…

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Let's Make Solana Cypherpunk w/ Yannik Schrade (Arcium) 39:51

11M ago39:51

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In this episode, Austin chats with Yannik Schrade (Arcium) about the current state of zero knowledge technology. The conversation delves into various aspects of zero knowledge proofs, secure multi-party computation (MPC), and fully homomorphic encryption (FHE). Yannick explains the historical development of these technologies, their applications, a…

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#76: Crypto Powered Neobank for Businesses with Ryan Bozarth from Dakota 38:53

11M ago38:53

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With traditional banks, it takes days to move your money, they offer little to no yield, and worst of all, they can freeze your account without warning. Also, you no longer control your assets once deposited - they become liabilities on the bank’s balance sheet. That means if things go wrong, your best hope is a bailout. We’re currently ushering in…

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#75: Becoming an Entrepreneurial Crypto Accountant with Patrick Camuso 50:22

12M ago50:22

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If you’re a technical accountant who’s also bringing in new business for your company, I have to ask - why haven’t you started your own firm yet? Yeah, the idea sounds terrifying at first. You’re stepping out of the cozy safety net of a guaranteed paycheck. But if you’ve got grit and the guts to be an entrepreneur, why keep waiting? Sure, it’s hard…

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# 74: Token Compensation & Tax Compliance, with Dominika Stobiecka from Toku on 49:50

1y ago49:50

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Many projects in web3 label themselves as payroll products when they’re payment products. If you’re looking for a crypto payroll provider, an important prerequisite should be that they know how to handle the following; Calculate tax withholdings, Run social security deductions, File taxes for employees Platforms like Deel, Oyster, or Remote.com al…

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The Placeholder Playbook w/ Chris Burniske and Joel Monegro 1:09:10

1y ago1:09:10

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In this episode, Austin chats with Chris Burniske and Joel Monegro from Placeholder, a cryptocurrency venture capital firm. They delve into the firm's unique approach to investments, combining venture capital structures with public market practices. The conversation covers the formation of Placeholder, their investment strategies focusing on long-t…

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#73: Jeremiah Smith from OpenCover on DeFi Insurance 49:48

1y ago49:48

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Since 2017, over $8billion has been lost on-chain due to smart contract hacks, infrastructure issues and rugpulls. The figure becomes even larger when you count phishing attacks and scam coins. Yet today the vast majority of on-chain transactions and protocol positions aren’t protected… for example if you look at DeFi current TVL which is around $8…

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WTF RPC? w/ Brian Long (Triton One) 58:08

1y ago58:08

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In this episode of Validated, Austin chats with Brian Long (Triton One) about the significance and functionality of RPC (Remote Procedure Call) services in blockchain. They delve into the complex roles RPCs play in enhancing blockchain usability, data retrieval, and transaction processing. Brian shares insights from his experience during the early …

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#72: Audit & Attestation Tools for Digital Assets with Jeremy Nau from LedgerLens 56:17

1y ago56:17

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As the world moves “on-chain,” so too will the need for auditors. With auditors naturally evolving their practices from periodic paper reporting, to digitally native, API-enabled, Oracle-ready, and real-time reporting. But how do auditors bridge the gap and how can the auditing industry as a whole remove the technical barriers to entry? Enter Ledge…

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Blinks and Actions w/ Jon Wong (Solana Foundation) and Chris Osborn (Dialect) 49:27

1y ago49:27

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In this episode, Austin chats with Jon Wong (Solana Foundation) and Chris Osborn (Dialect) about the development of and use cases for Blinks and Solana Actions. Blinks, short for "blockchain links," allow users to take direct "Actions" on the Solana blockchain such as swapping tokens, donating, or voting on governance directly from a link on platfo…

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#71: Internal Controls for Digital Assets with David Byrd from EY 55:50

1y ago55:50

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When it comes to internal controls, management is responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining effective internal controls. Auditors on the other hand would test for the operating effectiveness of these controls. Many auditors today lack the specialized expertise needed to provide assurance for companies holding digital assets, but if w…

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Turning BTC into a Programable Asset on Solana w/ Justin Wang (Zeus Network) 25:43

1y ago25:43

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In this episode, Austin chats with Justin Wang (Zeus Network) about bringing Bitcoin onto Solana. Unlike previous BTC x Solana integrations, Zeus has built a new communication layer, termed as "Layer 1.5," to enable programmability for Bitcoin and other non-programmable UTXO chains on Solana. Justin shares Zeus' security model and other technical d…

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How Zeta Markets’ L2 Makes a DEX Feel Like a CEX w/ Tristan Frizza 49:53

1y ago49:53

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In this episode, Austin chats with Tristan Frezza about Zeta Markets, a decentralized perps trading platform on Solana. Tristan shares insights on Zeta's inception in early 2021 and their mission to bring Nasdaq-like derivatives markets on-chain. The conversation delves into the technical challenges of building such a platform in a fully decentrali…

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#70: Financial Reporting for DAOs with adcv from Steakhouse Financial 1:08:33

1y ago1:08:33

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There is no current standard framework on how transactions within DAOs should be structured and accounted for. Transactions on the blockchain or so-called block explorers are cash-based and do not comply with accrual-based accounting. Today many companies having on-chain transactions use crypto sub-ledgers, but the essence of DAOs is to reduce the …

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How Gameshift's API Is Simplifying web3 Game Development w/ Davis Hart (Solana Labs) 36:48

1y ago36:48

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In this episode, Austin chats with Davis Hard (Solana Labs) to talk about GameShift, a new API designed to streamline blockchain integration for game developers on Solana. GameShift aims to simplify the process of incorporating blockchain elements into games by providing a Rust-based API that intermediates between the game and the blockchain, reduc…

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A Blockchain Dev's Guide to Leaving Cities w/ Austin Adams (Anagram) 56:15

1y ago56:15

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In this unconventional episode, Austin talks with Austin Adams of Anagram and Metaplex about his decision to leave urban life behind. Unlike most of his peers who work in major tech hubs, Adams has settled in rural Texas, where he spends his free time farming and operating his tractor. Their conversation explores the benefits and challenges of work…