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Gm! This week we're back with another weekly roundup to discuss why SIMD 228 didn't pass. We deep dive into Solana's governance problem, L1 vs L2 value accrual, Ethereum's scalability challenges, Solana's ultimate vision & more. Enjoy!
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(00:00) Introduction
(01:22) Why SIMD 228 Didn’t Pass
(10:00) Validator Voting On SIMD 228
(10:31) Crypto Tax Calculator Ad
(21:01) Solana Governance
(22:30) Should Solana End Its Delegation Program?
(29:11) Crypto Tax Calculator Ad
(30:45) Solana’s Inflation Problem
(31:17) L1 vs L2 Value Accrual
(39:47) Ethereum Scalability
(42:22) Solana’s Ultimate Vision
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Disclaimers: Lightspeed was kickstarted by a grant from the Solana Foundation.
Nothing said on Lightspeed 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. Mert, Jack, and our guests may hold positions in the companies, funds, or projects discussed.
Gm! This week Ryan Connor joins the show to discuss the current state of crypto & what's next for Solana. We deep dive into are meme coins really dead, the rise of DEX volume, how to value tokens & more. Enjoy!
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(00:00) Introduction
(01:12) Meme Coins On Solana
(05:27) The Rise Of DEX Volume
(09:31) Ledger Ad
(10:16) Jito’s Flywheel Effect
(13:20) Stablecoins
(18:02) How To Value Tokens?
(22:00) Ledger Ad
(22:48) Narratives In Crypto
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Disclaimers: Lightspeed was kickstarted by a grant from the Solana Foundation.
Nothing said on Lightspeed 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. Mert, Jack, and our guests may hold positions in the companies, funds, or projects discussed.
