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In Episode 185 of Web3 with Sam Kamani, I interview Edan Yago, co-founder of BitcoinOS. Edan shares insights into the evolution of Bitcoin, discussing how BitcoinOS is unlocking the ability to build anything on Bitcoin—from smart contracts and programmable tokens to decentralized compute and private transactions.

We delve into the technical advancements that have paved the way for innovation on Bitcoin, the significance of Taproot and Ordinals, and how BitcoinOS allows for building sophisticated applications on Bitcoin, creating a full economy on the blockchain. This episode is perfect for anyone passionate about the future of Bitcoin, understanding the macroeconomic implications, and learning about the technical tools pushing Bitcoin to the next level.

Key Timestamps

• [00:00:00] Introduction: Sam introduces Edan Yago, co-founder of Bitcoin OS, a project focused on expanding the capabilities of Bitcoin beyond just store of value.

• [00:01:30] Bitcoin’s Past and Future: Edan explains the current state of Bitcoin and what’s changed to allow a surge in innovation and development on Bitcoin.

• [00:04:00] Introducing Bitcoin OS: Edan describes what Bitcoin OS is, how it works, and how it opens Bitcoin to smart contracts and programmable tokens.

• [00:07:00] The Rise and Challenges of Lightning Network: Edan talks about the limitations of Lightning Network and how other innovations are now unlocking Bitcoin’s potential.

• [00:12:00] Bitcoin OS as a Universal Compiler: How Bitcoin OS acts as a universal compiler, turning Bitcoin into a smart contract system while maintaining Bitcoin’s security.

• [00:14:00] Use Cases on Bitcoin OS: Examples of what’s possible with Bitcoin OS, including trustless BTC bridges, programmable tokens, and private transactions.

• [00:19:00] Technical and Cultural Challenges: Edan shares the technical and cultural challenges faced in building on Bitcoin, including skepticism from the Bitcoin community.

• [00:22:00] Bitcoin’s Place in the Global Economy: Why Bitcoin’s role as a high-value asset and the creation of a Bitcoin economy is more important than its use for payments.

• [00:31:00] The Future of Bitcoin: Edan discusses how Bitcoin OS will expand Bitcoin’s role in long-term financial planning, mortgages, and large investments.

• [00:35:00] Trends and Innovation at Token2049: Insights from the Token2049 conference, including Bitcoin innovations and the rise of activity outside the Western world.

• [00:39:00] Bitcoin OS Growth and Call to Action: Edan shares what Bitcoin OS is looking for in terms of talent and collaboration as they expand.

  
  

Connect

http://bitcoinos.build/

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

https://x.com/BTC_OS

https://www.linkedin.com/in/edanyago/

⁠h⁠⁠ttps://x.com/edanyago⁠⁠

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In Episode 184 of Web3 with Sam Kamani, I sit down with Jens, co-founder of Kairon Labs, a leading market maker specializing in token liquidity provision and launch strategies. Jens shares his experience on how Kairon Labs helps projects with successful TGEs (Token Generation Events), provides liquidity, and offers strategic advice for projects entering the market. This episode was recorded live at Token2049 in Marina Bay Sands, where the energy and enthusiasm for Web3 innovation is palpable.

We dive into key industry trends, the challenges of launching tokens, and what sets Kairon Labs apart from competitors. Jens also provides his insights on the meme coin surge, the concentration of liquidity in major assets like Bitcoin and Ethereum, and his contrarian view on the need for projects to delay launches until they are fully ready.

Key Timestamps

• [00:00:00] Introduction: Sam introduces Jens from Kairon Labs, highlighting their expertise in market making, liquidity provision, and advising Web3 projects. The episode was recorded live at Token2049 in Singapore.

• [00:01:00] How Kairon Labs Helps: Jens explains how Kairon Labs supports projects through their TGEs, offering advice, liquidity, and network connections to ensure a successful launch.

• [00:03:00] Competitive Edge: Why choose Kairon Labs over other market makers? Jens talks about their personalized approach, flexible models, and deep industry expertise.

• [00:06:00] Industry Trends: Jens shares insights on current market trends, including the rise of new projects, increasing efficiency in the trading space, and the challenges of getting listed on top-tier exchanges.

• [00:09:00] The Biggest Challenge: Jens discusses the issue of impatience in the crypto space and how projects need more time to mature before launching tokens.

• [00:11:00] Kairon Labs’ Growth and Hiring: Jens talks about the organic, self-funded growth of Kairon Labs and their need for talented traders, developers, and business developers.

• [00:13:00] Meme Coins and Alt Coins: Jens provides his perspective on the rise of meme coins and how these projects keep the market busy during bear cycles.

• [00:15:00] Liquidity Concentration: Jens discusses the concentration of liquidity in Bitcoin and Ethereum, and how this trend might shift as the market enters a more bullish phase.

• [00:16:00] Contrarian View: Jens shares his controversial opinion that many projects rush to market before they are ready, and why they should take more time before launching tokens.

• [00:17:00] Closing Thoughts: Jens offers advice to token projects and invites listeners to explore opportunities at Kairon Labs, especially if they are looking for a talented team to help them launch.

Connect

https://kaironlabs.com/

https://www.linkedin.com/company/kairon-labs/

https://x.com/KaironLabs

https://www.linkedin.com/in/jens-willemen-2bb09a71/

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In Episode 183 of Web3 with Sam Kamani, I sit down with Konstantin, co-founder of Paybis, a leading platform for crypto on-ramps, off-ramps, and B2B solutions. This episode, recorded live at Token2049 in Singapore, dives into the evolution of Paybis from a retail-focused platform to a B2B powerhouse, offering white-label crypto solutions for businesses across the globe.

Konstantin shares insights on how Paybis is solving critical pain points in crypto adoption, including the ability to easily buy, sell, and pay with crypto. He also explains the platform’s five core B2B products: On-Ramps, Corporate On-Off-Ramps, Wallet-as-a-Service, Crypto Processing, and Mass Payouts.

Whether you’re building a Web3 platform, a traditional business interested in accepting crypto payments, or a startup looking for efficient payment solutions, this episode is packed with valuable insights on how Paybis can help you scale.

Key Timestamps

• [00:00:00] Introduction: Sam introduces Konstantin, co-founder of Paybis, a premium crypto on-ramp and off-ramp platform, recorded live at Token2049 in Singapore.

• [00:01:00] The Birth of Paybis: Konstantin shares the origin story of Paybis, starting in 2013 to make buying Bitcoin easier for the average person.

• [00:03:00] From B2C to B2B: Paybis' shift from serving retail customers to offering white-label solutions for businesses, and the importance of scaling with B2B partnerships.

• [00:08:00] The On-Ramp Solution: Konstantin explains how Paybis helps businesses integrate seamless crypto buying and selling features into their apps or websites.

• [00:10:00] Corporate On-Off Ramp: Paybis’ new product for businesses, enabling easy crypto transactions for institutional clients with quick KYB verification.

• [00:12:00] Wallet-as-a-Service: Konstantin describes how Paybis is offering white-label crypto wallets with integrated buy and sell features, allowing businesses to retain customers within their ecosystem.

• [00:18:00] Crypto Processing: Paybis provides an API for companies to accept crypto payments, convert them into stablecoins, and handle payouts to wallets or bank accounts.

• [00:22:00] Mass Payouts in Crypto: Paybis’ solution for automating crypto payroll and mass payments, allowing companies to make crypto payouts at scale.

• [00:29:00] Challenges in Scaling Paybis: Konstantin discusses the key challenges Paybis faces, including building multiple products simultaneously and increasing brand awareness.

• [00:33:00] The Next Steps: Konstantin hints at potential fundraising to accelerate product development and bring Paybis' solutions to a wider audience.

• [00:35:00] Closing Thoughts: Konstantin calls for partnerships with Web3 and Web2 companies to integrate Paybis’ solutions and grow the crypto ecosystem.

Connect

https://paybis.com/

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

https://www.linkedin.com/in/konstantinvasilenko

https://x.com/paybis

Disclaimer

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In Episode 182 of Web3 with Sam Kamani, I speak with Gentleman James, founder of iYield, a revolutionary platform designed to simplify portfolio management by combining all your crypto and fiat assets into a single, easy-to-use dashboard. With iYield, users can automatically track their crypto yields, DeFi earnings, and overall net worth, eliminating the need for manual spreadsheets. Gentleman James shares his journey from discovering Bitcoin in 2012 to creating iYield and offers insights into the future of DeFi, portfolio automation, and how new technologies like restaking are shaping the industry.

Key Timestamps

• [00:00:00] Introduction: Sam introduces Gentleman James from iYield and the value the platform provides for portfolio management across both fiat and crypto.

• [00:01:00] James’ Background: Gentleman James talks about how he discovered Bitcoin in 2012 while living in Thailand and how it led him to build iYield to solve his own crypto portfolio management issues.

• [00:04:00] Managing Crypto Yields: James explains the complexities of tracking different crypto yields from multiple protocols and how iYield simplifies the process by pulling on-chain data and API information.

• [00:07:00] Technical Details & Monetization: James describes how iYield collects data and explains the free access model for users with an optional pro version for advanced features.

• [00:11:00] Evolution of DeFi: Sam and James discuss how DeFi has changed, the growth of Ethereum-based yields, and how decentralized finance has moved from experimental to more stable, trustable systems.

• [00:18:00] Portfolio Automation and Vaults: James shares his excitement about the future of automated DeFi positions and how vaults will evolve to give users more customization and flexibility.

• [00:22:00] Bitcoin and DeFi: Sam and James discuss the growing trend of Bitcoin staking and restaking, and the pros and cons of DeFi products that leverage Bitcoin.

• [00:24:00] Future of DeFi: James talks about the rise of automation, vault optimization, and why he believes restaking will become a foundational part of the DeFi ecosystem.

• [00:28:00] What’s Next for iYield: James highlights upcoming features like net worth projections and additional protocol support as iYield continues to expand.

• [00:33:00] Closing Thoughts: James invites listeners to try iYield and experience the benefits of automatic portfolio tracking for themselves.

Connect

https://iyield.com/

https://www.linkedin.com/company/iyield-crypto/

https://twitter.com/iYieldCrypto

https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamescanningwin/

https://x.com/gentlemanjamesw

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In Episode 181 of Web3 with Sam Kamani, I chat with Nikita Ovchinnik, co-founder of BarterSwap, an intent-based exchange engine using on-chain peer-to-peer matching technology. BarterSwap has completed over 450,000 trades, totaling more than $3 billion in volume, while saving users over $1 million. Nikita shares insights into how BarterSwap’s technology is making decentralized finance (DeFi) more efficient and transparent. We also dive into the future of DeFi, the role of solvers, and the challenges of liquidity fragmentation in the market.

Key Timestamps:

• [00:00:00] Introduction: Sam introduces Nikita Ovchinnik from BarterSwap and highlights the incredible transaction volume and savings their platform has generated for users.

• [00:01:00] Nikita’s Journey into Web3: Nikita explains how he got involved in the world of blockchain, starting in 2017 with Ethereum and working at OneInch before founding BarterSwap.

• [00:03:00] The Problem BarterSwap Solves: Nikita shares how BarterSwap addresses liquidity fragmentation and improves the user experience with its intent-based DeFi engine.

• [00:07:00] Evolution of DeFi: Sam and Nikita discuss the evolution of decentralized finance since 2017, including the role of stablecoins and automated market makers (AMMs).

• [00:11:00] How BarterSwap Works: Nikita explains the mechanics behind BarterSwap’s peer-to-peer intent matching system and how it saves users money by providing more efficient swaps.

• [00:17:00] Challenges in DeFi: Nikita highlights some technical challenges around MEV (miner extractable value) and how BarterSwap is working to make swaps and transactions more transparent and fair.

• [00:19:00] Trends in DeFi: Nikita talks about trends such as liquidity fragmentation, intent-based systems, and the rise of solvers in decentralized trading.

• [00:23:00] Future of DeFi: Nikita shares his thoughts on the future of the DeFi ecosystem, including how block builders and MEV extraction are reshaping the space.

• [00:29:00] Building Barter: Sam and Nikita discuss the roadmap for BarterSwap and what the team is focusing on in the next 6 to 12 months to strengthen the platform.

Connect

https://barterswap.xyz/

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

https://x.com/BarterDeFi

⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/nikita-ovchinnik/⁠

⁠https://x.com/NovaOvchinnik⁠

Disclaimer

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In Episode 180 of Web3 with Sam Kamani, I sit down with Adrien Stern, founder of Reveel, to discuss how they are revolutionizing the payment space using stablecoins. Reveel allows users to send payments anywhere in the world using any stablecoin, on any network, simplifying cross-chain and cross-border transactions. With over 100,000 users and a growing community, Reveel is addressing the pain points of fragmented payment systems and making crypto transactions more accessible. Adrien shares insights into the current stablecoin landscape, the future of crypto payments, and the challenges of building a successful Web3 startup. Key Timestamps:

• [00:00:00] Introduction: Sam introduces Adrien Stern from Reveel, highlighting their focus on simplifying payments using stablecoins across multiple networks.
• [00:01:00] Adrien’s Journey: Adrien shares his path from traditional finance to Web3 and how he started Reveel.
• [00:03:00] The Problem with Payments: Adrien explains how Reveel solves the issue of fragmented payment systems with cross-chain and multi-stablecoin support.
• [00:06:00] Real-World Use Case: Sam discusses his challenges with multi-chain stablecoin payments, and Adrien outlines how Reveel addresses them.
• [00:09:00] The Vision for Reveel: Adrien discusses the long-term vision of creating a seamless payment experience comparable to Stripe in the Web3 space.
• [00:14:00] Challenges in the Space: Adrien touches on the education gap, regulatory hurdles, and the need for better user experience in crypto payments.
• [00:16:00] Growth and Adoption: Adrien shares how Reveel grew to 100,000+ users in just 8 months by leveraging community engagement and real-world utility.
• [00:18:00] Trends in Stablecoins: Adrien predicts the emergence of more stablecoins and the potential for new currencies from major companies and governments.
• [00:22:00] The Future of Stablecoins: Adrien and Sam discuss whether the stablecoin market will consolidate or continue fragmenting, and how Reveel is preparing for both scenarios.

Disclaimer

Nothing mentioned in this podcast is investment advice and please do your own research. Finally, it would mean a lot if you can leave a review of this podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify and share this podcast with a friend.

Connect

https://r3vl.xyz/

https://x.com/r3vl_xyz

https://x.com/AdrienStern

https://www.linkedin.com/in/adrienstern

https://www.linkedin.com/company/r3vl

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In this episode of Web3 with Sam Kamani, we dive into the world of DeFi with Chris, the founder of Curvance. Chris shares his journey from early Bitcoin mining to building Curvance, an all-in-one DeFi app that unifies liquidity, simplifies user experience, and drives capital efficiency. We discuss the current trends in DeFi, the challenges of building a multi-chain platform, and how Curvance is addressing fragmentation in the ecosystem. Whether you're a crypto native or a newcomer, discover how Curvance is setting new standards for the DeFi space and learn about the innovative solutions they’re bringing to the market.

Key Timestamps:

• [00:00:00] Introduction: Sam introduces Chris from Curvance and sets the stage for a deep dive into DeFi and Curvance’s mission.

• [00:01:00] Chris’s Journey: Chris shares his story from early Bitcoin mining to building Curvance, inspired by the evolution of Web3.

• [00:03:00] Problems Solved by Curvance: Chris explains how Curvance addresses fragmentation in DeFi, unifying liquidity across chains.

• [00:07:00] Use Cases: Real-world applications of Curvance, from managing complex DeFi strategies to leveraging multi-chain composability.

• [00:10:00] UX and User Segments: Designing for crypto natives and plans for future user interfaces tailored for non-native and institutional users.

• [00:13:00] Challenges in Building Curvance: Chris discusses the hurdles of aligning with multiple external parties and catering to diverse user segments.

• [00:15:00] Trends in DeFi: Chris shares insights into emerging trends and the push towards unified, complex DeFi applications.

• [00:23:00] Fixing DeFi: Chris highlights the need for better collaboration in the industry and reducing tribalism for faster growth and innovation.

  
  

Disclaimer

Nothing mentioned in this podcast is investment advice and please do your own research. Finally, it would mean a lot if you can leave a review of this podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify and share this podcast with a friend.

Connect

https://www.curvance.com/⁠

⁠https://x.com/curvance⁠

⁠https://discord.com/invite/curvance⁠

⁠x.com/@0xMai⁠

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