What if your ETH could earn more—without taking on wild risks?

In this episode, I chat with Steven Pack, founder of Rock Solid, a fast-growing ETH vault platform. Despite tough market conditions, they’ve hit 25M in TVL with organic growth—no token incentives or mercenary capital. We dive deep into the world of liquid staking, restaking, Lido V3, new vault products, and how institutions are moving from simple staking into smart, managed DeFi strategies.

If you're in DeFi or TradFi and want to understand where ETH staking and on-chain asset management is heading, this one's for you.

⏱️ Key Learnings + Timestamps

• (01:41) Rock Solid’s growth story — 300+ depositors and 9K+ ETH

• (03:25) Real yields: 2.5% → 8%, now steady around 6%

• (04:15) Delta-neutral strategies & surviving market shocks

• (06:30) Their BD role in expanding Rocket Pool’s reach

• (07:20) Launch of institutional ETH leverage staking vault

• (10:03) Innovation with Lido V3 “ST Vaults” for known node operators

• (12:54) ETHStrat becomes first institutional depositor

• (14:30) What is leverage staking? Explained simply

• (17:20) Why active management beats DIY looping

• (18:21) Thoughts on incentives & tokenomics

• (22:23) Upcoming: Dedicated liquidity staking products

• (26:35) What’s next: Stablecoin vaults & new products

• (31:27) Why vaults are the TCP/IP of on-chain finance

• (33:43) Market outlook: Real assets will win, fluff will fall

• (35:00) Hiring & fundraising updates

Connect with Rocksolid

https://x.com/rocksolidHQ/status/2017266103400161485?s=20

https://rocksolid.network/

https://app.rocksolid.network/

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What powers the infrastructure behind your favorite Web3 protocols? In this episode, I chat with Simon from Keeper Hub—an open-source platform that automates smart contract workflows and monitors wallets. We dive deep into the invisible backbone of crypto: DevOps. From saving 30% in gas fees to building AI-driven automations, Simon shares how Keeper Hub is quietly revolutionizing how developers build in Web3. If you’ve ever overlooked DevOps, this episode will change your mind.

⏱️ Key Takeaways with Timestamps

• [00:41] Simon’s journey from Linux tinkerer to DevOps in crypto

• [03:58] Origin of Keeper Hub from MakerDAO days

• [06:03] What Keeper Hub actually does: automation and monitoring

• [07:37] Real-world savings: 30% gas fee optimization

• [09:14] AI’s impact on the developer landscape

• [13:03] Why DevOps is the invisible hero in Web3

• [17:16] Biggest misconception about DevOps

• [19:03] Workflows in Keeper Hub: "Zapier for Web3"

• [22:15] Spotlight on Tempo and the stablecoin narrative

• [25:00] Could 402X standards replace Stripe?

• [27:35] AI trends to watch in 2026

• [30:33] Why community is key in crypto

• [34:10] Keeper Hub's roadmap and how you can get involved

Connect with KeeperHub

Website: https://keeperhub.com/

Platform: https://app.keeperhub.com/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@KeeperHub

X (Twitter): https://x.com/KeeperHubApp

GitHub: https://github.com/techops-services/keeperhub

Discord: https://discord.gg/G2sbPd46Rs

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In this episode, I sit down with Frankie from Plan X Conference to unpack how the best Web3 events are built — not just for hype, but for real decision making and strategic value. We dive into how Plan X came from a place of frustration and turned into an ecosystem that connects founders, advisors, jurisdictions, and capital. Frankie shares insights into audience curation, event formats, global trends, and what truly moves the needle for attendees and organizers today.

Whether you’re a founder planning your next move, a speaker aiming for impact, or an event organizer building something meaningful, this episode will give you a clear and practical playbook.

📌 Key Learnings & Timestamps

• 00:00 – Episode IntroWhy this conversation matters for Web3 builders and event creators.

• 01:25 – Frankie's JourneyHow frustration with disconnected events sparked the idea for Plan X.

• 03:39 – Plan X Format ExplainedMain stage, second stage, 4 exhibition zones, and deal rooms.

• 05:26 – Timing & StrategyWhy Plan X is positioned around Token2049 week.

• 06:28 – North Star MetricsPlan X isn’t about inspiration — it’s about actionable outcomes.

• 08:14 – Themes & TracksProtecting wealth, scaling capital, and diversification.

• 10:07 – What’s Trending NowTokenization, institutional crypto, mobility strategy, and AI’s role.

• 12:10 – Global Regions and MobilityHow different jurisdictions factor into wealth planning.

• 17:50 – What Makes a Successful EventFiltering content by real decision impact.

• 19:05 – Marketing & PartnershipsHow Plan X attracts quality attendees amid an overloaded week.

• 20:06 – Managing Stress & ExecutionTeam, organization, and passion as success drivers.

• 23:30 – Growth VisionFocus on quality over quantity and deliberate expansion.

• 29:29 – Speaker Invitations & PartnershipsHow people can get involved with Plan X.

Connect with PlanX and Frankie

https://planxconf.com/

https://www.linkedin.com/company/planxconference

info@planxconf.com

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I sit down with João Simoes — a true builder, repeat founder, and one of the sharpest BD minds in Web3. We go deep on his journey from running Portugal’s first Bitcoin mining company to building and exiting a restaking startup and now co‑founding Hyperwave on Hyperliquid. We unpack why Hyperliquid is thriving, what real community‑driven growth looks like, and the problem Hyperwave is solving with standout DeFi vaults and future payment rails. We also dive into market trends, real‑world events shaping crypto, and practical advice for builders in 2026. Honest, real and full of insights.

🔑 Key Learnings & Time Stamps

• 00:00 – Intro & What to Expect
• 01:48 – João’s Origin Story: From Bitcoin Mining to Web3
• 07:20 – Why Hyperliquid Has Succeeded vs. Other Projects
• 12:51 – What Hyperwave Is Building & Why It Matters
• 16:12 – How Hyperwave Vaults Deliver High Stable Yields
• 18:39 – The Power of People, Networks & BD in Crypto
• 25:09 – The Web3 Event Landscape & Community Dynamics
• 31:45 – Vault Mechanics, Token Strategy & Integrations
• 34:38 – João’s 2026 Outlook on Markets & Crypto Trends
• 48:36 – Advice for Builders & Founders in DeFi
• 52:20 – What Hyperwave Is Looking For Now

https://discord.gg/hyperwave

⚠️ Disclaimer

Nothing mentioned in this podcast is investment advice and please do your own research.

How do you build a crypto company that lasts 11 years—and survives three brutal bear markets?

In this episode, I chat with Georgy from Wirex, a pioneering Web3 payment platform that's been quietly shaping the future of crypto usability since before Ethereum even existed. From air-dropping supplies in Antarctica to building one of the first crypto cards accepted by Visa and Mastercard, Georgy’s story is as unique as it is inspiring.

We dive into:

• What it took to build Wirex

• The explosion of stablecoins

• How to build user trust in crypto

• The future of self-custody vs custodial products

• What’s next on Wirex’s roadmap for 2026

If you’re in crypto, Web3, fintech—or just want to know how to build something that lasts—this episode is for you.

⏱️ Key Learnings & Timestamps

• (01:51) Georgy's aviation background & entry into crypto

• (03:25) The problem Wirex set out to solve: making Bitcoin usable

• (05:23) What makes Wirex unique in a crowded stablecoin space

• (06:57) Why their crypto card remains the most loved feature

• (10:59) How Wirex offers up to 8% cashback and 16% on stablecoins

• (14:03) Custodial vs self-custodial: what users really want

• (16:50) Country restrictions & realistic global expansion strategy

• (20:03) The unstoppable rise of stablecoins

• (22:11) How Wirex chooses features and avoids building the wrong thing

• (24:45) Their scrappy early marketing tactics and building community trust

• (28:26) Why trust is the real product in fintech

• (29:24) Georgy’s pick for the next crypto killer app: stablecoin payments

• (32:54) What’s on Wirex's 2026 roadmap: B2B, banking-as-a-service & more

• (34:39) Wirex's ask: partnerships, private banking clients & infra adopters

Connect with Wirex

1) General app

Website: https://www.wirexapp.com/

X: https://x.com/wirexapp

FB: https://www.facebook.com/wirexapp/

IG: https://www.instagram.com/wirexapp/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/wirex-limited/

YT: https://www.youtube.com/@Wirexappcom

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@wirexapp.com

2) Wirex Busines:

Website: https://www.wirexapp.com/business

X: https://x.com/wirex_business

3) Wirex BaaS

Website: https://www.wirexapp.com/developers

X: https://x.com/wirexdevelopers

4) Wirex Private

Website: https://www.wirexapp.com/private-banking

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What really makes a project stand out in Web3? It’s not the tech—it’s the story.

In this episode, I chat with Kim Than, founder of Genius PR (formerly PR Genius), who shares the untold truth about PR in crypto. From disrupting the shady old agency model to pioneering results-only PR, Kim breaks down exactly how they help Web3 startups grow through strategy, storytelling, and standout branding.

If you're launching a token, scaling a startup, or building in crypto, this episode is your playbook. Kim reveals the tactics behind viral campaigns, how to build trust with press and users, and why branding is now the only moat left.

🧠 KEY LEARNINGS + TIMESTAMPS

[01:55] – Kim’s journey: from investment banking to founding Genius PR

[03:00] – The Web3 PR gap: outdated playbooks and broken promises

[07:01] – Why they introduced a “results-only” model—and how it works

[08:15] – How to match PR strategy with actual business goals

[10:36] – The power of relationships with journalists and how they built them[12:49] – Why branding is your biggest moat in 2026

[14:13] – Timing your PR: why 6–8 months before TGE matters most

[17:52] – Case study: Growing the personal brand of IO.net's Chairman

[19:30] – Why short-form video is now core to PR in Web3

[21:55] – First step for any launch: clarify positioning and story

[25:38] – Who Kim looks to for inspiration in branding and content

[28:52] – What to do with a $10k PR budget if you're a Web3 startup

[35:19] – What’s next for Genius PR: events, content series, and the rebrand

Connect with Genius PR

https://www.theprgenius.com/

https://www.linkedin.com/company/theprgenius/

https://x.com/theprgenius

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Nothing mentioned in this podcast is investment advice and please do your own research.

In this episode, I sit down with Adam Liposky, founder of Canopy Network, to dive into the next evolution of Web3 infrastructure — application-specific blockchains. We explore how Canopy is turning complex, costly L1 development into something anyone can launch in minutes. Adam shares how AI is changing developer workflows, what real value capture looks like in Web3, and why the future belongs to fast-moving, focused builders. Whether you're a founder, dev, or investor, this conversation breaks down what’s really needed to scale Web3.

⏱️ Key Takeaways with Timestamps

• (00:00) - Intro to Adam Liposky and Canopy’s mission

• (02:48) - How Adam got into crypto via VC and gaming

• (05:23) - What Canopy solves: Fast, secure app chain deployment

• (07:18) - The real pain point: Complexity of building in Web3

• (09:56) - How AI and language agnostic design speed up dev

• (11:26) - Why games love Canopy’s flexible and upgradable chains

• (13:56) - Devs care about value capture, not just building

• (16:34) - Canopy’s win-win model using restaked security

• (18:11) - Fragmentation vs interoperability: Canopy’s solution

• (20:59) - Progressive decentralization: Start fast, grow safely

• (21:08) - What devs love most: Speed and iteration

• (23:07) - VC appetite for L1s is down, but utility is up

• (28:14) - Projects to watch: Why Canopy stays focused

• (30:23) - Adam’s advice: Focus on customers, not hype

• (31:10) - If he could restart: Get dev feedback earlier

• (33:17) - Go-to-market: Solo devs, indie hackers, launchpad

• (36:37) - Spending wisely: Team first, marketing second

• (39:50) - Biggest challenge: Finding and keeping great people

• (41:09) - Biggest ask: Join Canopy’s beta and launch your chain

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🎙️Episode Description:

Crypto still feels clunky. UX is broken. But Joan from Openfort is on a mission to fix that.

In this episode, we dive into the wild world of wallet abstraction—how it can unlock mass adoption, the biggest mistakes dev teams make when integrating wallets, and why stablecoins and privacy are the future of fintech. Joan also shares the real story behind building Openfort, how AI is changing the dev workflow, and what their 2026 roadmap looks like.

Whether you're building a DeFi app, Web3 game, or a fintech tool, this episode is packed with real, actionable insights.

🧠 Key Learnings & Timestamps:

• [00:01:10] Joan’s journey: from VC to Web3 product builder

• [00:03:00] Why crypto UX is still broken

• [00:04:30] Wallet abstraction and why it matters

• [00:06:20] Real reason people will adopt crypto: Utility > UX

• [00:08:10] Common wallet integration mistakes devs make

• [00:10:00] How to avoid vendor lock-in and make smarter infra choices

• [00:11:30] Why developers are building faster with AI

• [00:12:30] What dev workflows will look like in 2026

• [00:14:00] Openfort’s growth playbook: 50+ B2B clients and counting

• [00:15:00] Open-source monetization model explained

• [00:17:00] The 2026 vision: From infra to fintech workflows

• [00:19:00] Lessons learned from 3 years of building Openfort

• [00:21:00] Why privacy is the next wallet meta

• [00:25:00] Building infra in a fast-changing space

• [00:28:00] Trends Joan sees dominating 2026: stablecoins + privacy

• [00:30:00] How Openfort spends its capital post-seed

• [00:34:00] Roadmap sneak peek: OTP onboarding + server wallets

• [00:35:00] Openfort is hiring and looking for privacy design partners

Connect with Openfort⁠

⁠Connect with Joan⁠ Alavedra

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