What Web3 Games Need to Do to Break into the Japanese Market - IVC Partner Ann Chien

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On June 25th 2025, in collaboration with Open Folk, we presented our first ever live interview event in Los Angeles. As Open Folk put it: "In These Lines is a live event where three artists each bring one song — not just to perform, but to explore. They sit down with Sofia Loporcaro, host of Before The Chorus, to talk about where the song came from, what it meant to write it, and what it still holds. Then they play it. Just the song, and the truth behind it." Find Open Folk on Instagram: @openfolkla Find Gaby on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/0K9pSmFx0kWESA9jqx8aCW?si=Wz4RUP88Qlm_RKs7QTLvWQ On Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/gaby-moreno/472697737 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gaby_moreno/ Find Lily on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/0p0ksmwMDQlAM24TWKu4Ua?si=Bmdg-uIUTHu-zRUc_dqL3g On Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/lily-kershaw/526884610 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lilykershaw/ Find James on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/3u50TPoLvMBXNT1KrLa3iT?si=OoLoq7ZTRZyUiytQcz0FsQ On Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/james-spaite/905076868 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamesspaite/ Subscribe: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://beforethechorus.bio.to/listen⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Sign up for our newsletter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.beforethechorus.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow on Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@beforethechoruspodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ & ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@soundslikesofia⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ About the podcast: Welcome to Before the Chorus , where we go beyond the sounds of our favourite songs to hear the stories of the artists who wrote them. Before a song is released, a record is produced, or a chorus is written, the musicians that write them think. A lot. They live. A lot. And they feel. A LOT. Hosted by award-winning interviewer Sofia Loporcaro, Before the Chorus explores the genuine human experiences behind the music. Sofia’s deep knowledge of music and personal journey with mental health help her connect with artists on a meaningful level. This is a space where fans connect with artists, and listeners from all walks of life feel seen through the stories that shape the music we love. About the host: Sofia Loporcaro is an award-winning interviewer and radio host who’s spent over 8 years helping musicians share their stories. She’s hosted shows for Amazing Radio, and Transmission Roundhouse. Now on Before the Chorus, she’s had the chance to host guests like Glass Animals, Feist, Madison Cunningham, Mick Jenkins, & Ru Paul's Drag Race winner Shea Couleé. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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IVC is a Web3 venture capital fund backed by leading Japanese gaming studios. They focus on Web3 gaming, digital entertainment, AI, DeFi, and infrastructure, and have invested in over 200 projects. They also host Japan’s largest Web3 conference, IVS Crypto, which attracts over 12,000 attendees annually. Ann Chien serves as a Partner at IVC. She recently joined the Bitcoin.com News Podcast to talk about the Japanese Web3 market. Ann was previously a Director at HCM Capital, the venture arm of ...

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What Web3 Games Need to Do to Break into the Japanese Market - IVC Partner Ann Chien

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“We have essentially the full solution of blockchain technology infrastructure at a sovereign level" 13:34

12 hours ago13:34

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🎙️“We have essentially the full solution of blockchain technology infrastructure at a sovereign level,” says @VenomFoundation CEO Christopher Louis Tsu.@louiss_tsu explores sovereign blockchain infrastructure that’s “hybrid centralized and decentralized.”Get the insights here. #blockchain #crypto Subscribe to our channel and hit the bell "🔔" icon to get notifications:https://www.youtube.com/bitcoincomofficialchannel?sub_confirmation=1► Who are we?At Bitcoin.com we create tools that bring more economic freedom to the world. Since 2015, Bitcoin.com has been a global leader in introducing newcomers to crypto. We make it easy for anyone to buy, spend, trade, invest, earn, and stay up-to-date on cryptocurrency and the future of finance.Buy, sell, trade, earn, use, and learn crypto with the Bitcoin.com Wallet:https://branch.wallet.bitcoin.com/I1dhGnyGNpbStay informed with timely and objective crypto, published daily:https://news.bitcoin.com/Get educated with up-to-date content from Bitcoin.com’s learning center:https://www.bitcoin.com/get-started/Trade permissionlessly on Bitcoin.com's decentralized Verse DEX where you can also earn yield:https://verse.bitcoin.com/► What is Verse?VERSE, which launched in December 2022, is Bitcoin.com’s rewards and utility token. Get VERSE for free in the Bitcoin.com Wallet app, and use it to earn Bitcoin and other rewards.VERSE is expanding access to DeFi, enabling more people to benefit from democratized finance and the economic freedom it unlocks.—Join our community and follow us for updates ⬇️►X: https://x.com/Bitcoincom►X News Account: https://x.com/BTCTN ►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bitcoin.com_official/►Discord: https://discord.gg/hux4sugcQS►Telegram: https://t.me/GetVerse►LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bitcoin.com/►Linkedin News Account: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bitcoin-com-news/…

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BTCFi: Meet the GoMining Launchpad 33:18

2 days ago33:18

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The GoMining Launchpad is a platform designed to assist Bitcoin-focused projects in launching tokens, securing funding, and reaching engaged communities. It serves as a carefully curated bridge between innovative startups and the individuals who drive their growth. Its first project, Bitlayer, is pioneering the first BitVM implementation, unlocking the full potential of Bitcoin DeFi. In a recent episode of the Bitcoin.com News Podcast, David Lolaev, Head of GoMining Launchpad ; Charlie Hu, Founder of Bitlayer ; and Zamy Atlukhanova, GoMining Launchpad Project Lead, discussed the potential of BTCFi and the platform. In this episode, the guests delve into the exciting developments surrounding GoMining Launchpad and Bitlayer. David introduces GoMining as a significant player in the Bitcoin ecosystem, emphasizing its role as a large Bitcoin-centric platform. Meanwhile, Charlie presents Bitlayer as a rapidly growing Bitcoin Layer 2 ecosystem designed to enhance Bitcoin's decentralized finance (DeFi) capabilities and programmability. The discussion highlights the strategic alignment of Bitlayer as the inaugural launchpad project, showcasing its potential to drive Bitcoin adoption and infrastructure development. The conversation further explores the intricate layers of Bitcoin DeFi, with Charlie detailing the decentralization of the BitVM bridge and its critical role in ensuring the security of Bitcoin miners for long-term sustainability. Zamy emphasizes GoMining's dedication to fostering decentralization and innovation by making Bitcoin mining more accessible and educating users about DeFi. Together, they paint a compelling picture of how these platforms are poised to shape the future of Bitcoin, driving growth and enhancing user engagement in the evolving landscape of cryptocurrency. About Our Guests Charlie Hu is Co-founder of Bitlayer, Ex Polygon Head of APAC, early Contributor to Polkadot. Bitlayer has over 3 million users, and is backed by Franklin Templeton, Polychain, Framework, Bitcoin Magazine’s UXTO management, and many other global leading investors. Bitlayer is one of the first BitVM solution projects, has amassed 65 million transactions, and hit a peak TVL of $850M+ in 2024. David Lolaev is the Head of GoMining Launchpad. He leads ecosystem relationships, working closely with projects, investors, and exchanges to build strong launch collaborations across the BTCFi space. Zamy Atlukhanova is the Launchpad Project Lead at GoMining. She is responsible for launchpad functionality, UX/UI and product roadmap. To learn more visit Launchpad.GoMining.com and Bitlayer.org .…

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"We’re Not Here to Slap a Token On It" — Reimagining Web3 Gaming with Oliver Löffler 35:49

2 days ago35:49

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In this episode, we sit down with Oliver Löffler — founder of Voya Games and Angry Dynomites — to talk about what it really takes to build a Web3-native game from the ground up.Forget slapping tokens on tired game mechanics. Oliver and his team are creating over 25 tokens on testnet, all gearing up to launch on the Ronin Network. We dive into why retrofitting Web2 models won't cut it, how thoughtful tokenomics can fuel player-driven economies, and what the next generation of blockchain gaming actually looks like.🚀 Highlights:- Why most Web3 games are missing the mark- Building with token utility in mind (not as an afterthought)- The vision for Angry Dynomites and Ronin integration- How 25+ tokens unlock new layers of gameplay#web3 #web3gaming #tokensSubscribe to our channel and hit the bell "🔔" icon to get notifications:https://www.youtube.com/bitcoincomofficialchannel?sub_confirmation=1► Who are we?At Bitcoin.com we create tools that bring more economic freedom to the world. Since 2015, Bitcoin.com has been a global leader in introducing newcomers to crypto. We make it easy for anyone to buy, spend, trade, invest, earn, and stay up-to-date on cryptocurrency and the future of finance.Buy, sell, trade, earn, use, and learn crypto with the Bitcoin.com Wallet:https://branch.wallet.bitcoin.com/I1dhGnyGNpbStay informed with timely and objective crypto, published daily:https://news.bitcoin.com/Get educated with up-to-date content from Bitcoin.com’s learning center:https://www.bitcoin.com/get-started/Trade permissionlessly on Bitcoin.com's decentralized Verse DEX where you can also earn yield:https://verse.bitcoin.com/► What is Verse?VERSE, which launched in December 2022, is Bitcoin.com’s rewards and utility token. Get VERSE for free in the Bitcoin.com Wallet app, and use it to earn Bitcoin and other rewards.VERSE is expanding access to DeFi, enabling more people to benefit from democratized finance and the economic freedom it unlocks.—Join our community and follow us for updates ⬇️►X: https://x.com/Bitcoincom►X News Account: https://x.com/BTCTN ►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bitcoin.com_official/►Discord: https://discord.gg/hux4sugcQS►Telegram: https://t.me/GetVerse►LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bitcoin.com/►Linkedin News Account: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bitcoin-com-news/…

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Bitcoin Mining Is Going Institutional: Jeremy Dreier (GoMining) at Token2049 Dubai 21:06

10 days ago21:06

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Jeremy Dreier, Chief Business Development Officer at GoMining, joins BTCTN's David Sencil at Token2049 Dubai to talk about the future of Bitcoin mining — from gamified retail experiences to Wall Street-grade institutional funds. Topics Covered: - Why Bitcoin mining is foundational to Bitcoin - GoMining’s gamified approach to digital miners - How Apple Pay users can mine Bitcoin in seconds - The GoMining Alpha Blocks Fund for institutions - Regulatory challenges, power cost pressures, and the road ahead - Why governments may soon be mining Bitcoin as a reserve strategy Subscribe for more interviews from the heart of the crypto revolution. GoMining Website: https://institutional.gomining.com/ GoMining X Account: https://x.com/GoMiningInst GoMining Token X Account: https://x.com/GoMining_token Jeremy Dreier X Account: https://x.com/jeremy_dreier…

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What if anyone in Southeast Asia could mine Bitcoin with just a small solar panel and a phone? 7:29

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@ArravindPrabu, CEO of @cryptobilis, is building that future.In this conversation with @ReginaC3214, they dive into:— how “village mining” can decentralize wealth— the friction between banks & crypto in SEA— why commerce, not speculation, will define the next wave@cryptobilisphWatch the full interview here 👇Subscribe to our channel and hit the bell "🔔" icon to get notifications:https://www.youtube.com/bitcoincomofficialchannel?sub_confirmation=1► Who are we?At Bitcoin.com we create tools that bring more economic freedom to the world. Since 2015, Bitcoin.com has been a global leader in introducing newcomers to crypto. We make it easy for anyone to buy, spend, trade, invest, earn, and stay up-to-date on cryptocurrency and the future of finance.Buy, sell, trade, earn, use, and learn crypto with the Bitcoin.com Wallet:https://branch.wallet.bitcoin.com/I1dhGnyGNpbStay informed with timely and objective crypto, published daily:https://news.bitcoin.com/Get educated with up-to-date content from Bitcoin.com’s learning center:https://www.bitcoin.com/get-started/Trade permissionlessly on Bitcoin.com's decentralized Verse DEX where you can also earn yield:https://verse.bitcoin.com/► What is Verse?VERSE, which launched in December 2022, is Bitcoin.com’s rewards and utility token. Get VERSE for free in the Bitcoin.com Wallet app, and use it to earn Bitcoin and other rewards.VERSE is expanding access to DeFi, enabling more people to benefit from democratized finance and the economic freedom it unlocks.—Join our community and follow us for updates ⬇️►X: https://x.com/Bitcoincom►X News Account: https://x.com/BTCTN ►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bitcoin.com_official/►Discord: https://discord.gg/hux4sugcQS►Telegram: https://t.me/GetVerse►LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bitcoin.com/►Linkedin News Account: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bitcoin-com-news/…

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Why KuCoin EU’s CEO Thinks Europe Is Fencing Off Crypto | Token2049 Dubai 21:00

11 days ago21:00

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BTCTN's David Sencil interviews Oliver Stauber, CEO of KuCoin EU, at Token2049 Dubai. They dive into Europe’s evolving crypto regulation under MiCA, the challenges of launching compliant products across the EU, and why European governments are still absent from the Bitcoin reserve conversation. Topics include: - MiCA regulation and why it’s both helpful and broken - How offshore exchanges might get blocked in Europe - Why KuCoin needs 3 separate licenses just to operate - Why Germany won’t let the government own crypto - Adoption, taxation, and the future of crypto in the EU - What global crypto projects need to know before entering Europe 🔔 Subscribe for more deep crypto interviews and insights. Kucoin Website: https://www.kucoin.com/ Kucoin X Account: https://x.com/KuCoinCom Oliver Stauber X Account: https://x.com/ostauber…

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"We’re not trying to be a mini-Google. I want to be as big as Google." 17:55

14 days ago17:55

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“We’re not trying to be a mini-Google. I want to be as big as Google. I want to be a fierce competitor to them.”At Bitcoin 2025, Rumble CEO Chris Pavlovsk sat down with David to talk Bitcoin, crypto, and freedom.- YouTube bans, Rumble provides- Rumble buys $20M in Bitcoin- New Tether-backed non-custodial wallet- And More#Rumble #Google #bitcoin Subscribe to our channel and hit the bell "🔔" icon to get notifications:https://www.youtube.com/bitcoincomofficialchannel?sub_confirmation=1► Who are we?At Bitcoin.com we create tools that bring more economic freedom to the world. Since 2015, Bitcoin.com has been a global leader in introducing newcomers to crypto. We make it easy for anyone to buy, spend, trade, invest, earn, and stay up-to-date on cryptocurrency and the future of finance.Buy, sell, trade, earn, use, and learn crypto with the Bitcoin.com Wallet:https://branch.wallet.bitcoin.com/I1dhGnyGNpbStay informed with timely and objective crypto, published daily:https://news.bitcoin.com/Get educated with up-to-date content from Bitcoin.com’s learning center:https://www.bitcoin.com/get-started/Trade permissionlessly on Bitcoin.com's decentralized Verse DEX where you can also earn yield:https://verse.bitcoin.com/► What is Verse?VERSE, which launched in December 2022, is Bitcoin.com’s rewards and utility token. Get VERSE for free in the Bitcoin.com Wallet app, and use it to earn Bitcoin and other rewards.VERSE is expanding access to DeFi, enabling more people to benefit from democratized finance and the economic freedom it unlocks.—Join our community and follow us for updates ⬇️►X: https://x.com/Bitcoincom►X News Account: https://x.com/BTCTN ►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bitcoin.com_official/►Discord: https://discord.gg/hux4sugcQS►Telegram: https://t.me/GetVerse►LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bitcoin.com/►Linkedin News Account: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bitcoin-com-news/…

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Eric Balchunas: How ETFs Changed Everything For Bitcoin (And What’s Next) 28:25

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Eric Balchunas — Senior ETF Analyst at Bloomberg and author of The Bogle Effect — joins @_dsencil to talk about how Bitcoin went mainstream through ETFs, the battle behind the scenes to launch a Bitcoin ETF, and what this moment means for the future of both crypto and traditional finance.He also dives into Jack Bogle’s legacy, why he believes ETFs are the most powerful financial innovation ever, and how The Bogle Effect explains much of what’s happening in markets today. Along the way, Eric breaks down how Gen X thinks about money, what most investors still get wrong, and why Bitcoin might be the new gold — or something bigger.#ETFs #BlackRock #SEC Subscribe to our channel and hit the bell "🔔" icon to get notifications:https://www.youtube.com/bitcoincomofficialchannel?sub_confirmation=1► Who are we?At Bitcoin.com we create tools that bring more economic freedom to the world. Since 2015, Bitcoin.com has been a global leader in introducing newcomers to crypto. We make it easy for anyone to buy, spend, trade, invest, earn, and stay up-to-date on cryptocurrency and the future of finance.Buy, sell, trade, earn, use, and learn crypto with the Bitcoin.com Wallet:https://branch.wallet.bitcoin.com/I1dhGnyGNpbStay informed with timely and objective crypto, published daily:https://news.bitcoin.com/Get educated with up-to-date content from Bitcoin.com’s learning center:https://www.bitcoin.com/get-started/Trade permissionlessly on Bitcoin.com's decentralized Verse DEX where you can also earn yield:https://verse.bitcoin.com/► What is Verse?VERSE, which launched in December 2022, is Bitcoin.com’s rewards and utility token. Get VERSE for free in the Bitcoin.com Wallet app, and use it to earn Bitcoin and other rewards.VERSE is expanding access to DeFi, enabling more people to benefit from democratized finance and the economic freedom it unlocks.—Join our community and follow us for updates ⬇️►X: https://x.com/Bitcoincom►X News Account: https://x.com/BTCTN ►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bitcoin.com_official/►Discord: https://discord.gg/hux4sugcQS►Telegram: https://t.me/GetVerse►LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bitcoin.com/►Linkedin News Account: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bitcoin-com-news/…

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Bridging Bitcoin and DeFi: The tBTC and Sui Collaboration 39:14

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In this episode, host Frederick Munawa welcomes two prominent figures in the blockchain space: Jameel Khalfan, Head of Ecosystem Development at the Sui Foundation, and MacLane Wilkison, co-founder and CEO of Threshold Labs. Together, they delve into the exciting collaboration between tBTC and Sui, a layer 1 blockchain network designed by Mysten Labs, which has rapidly ascended to become the 12th largest cryptocurrency by market value. The discussion highlights the innovative features of Sui, including its speed, scalability, and low transaction fees, setting the stage for a new era of decentralized finance (DeFi) that leverages Bitcoin's potential. Listeners will gain insights into the journeys of both speakers into the world of cryptocurrency, from early experiences with Bitcoin to the founding of Threshold Labs. They will explore the unique advantages of Threshold BTC (tBTC) as a synthetic Bitcoin asset that enhances DeFi capabilities, allowing users to generate yield and borrow against their Bitcoin holdings. The conversation also covers the recent launch of tBTC on Sui, its initial success, and the future developments that promise to further integrate Bitcoin into the DeFi ecosystem. Join us for an enlightening discussion on how this partnership is poised to reshape the landscape of digital finance.…

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From $0 to $750M: The Bitlayer Story Changing Bitcoin's Future 15:09

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Charlie Hu is the CEO and Co-Founder of Bitlayer, a Bitcoin Layer 2 platform that unlocks billions in idle BTC through programmable, scalable infrastructure. By combining ZK-STARKs with Bitcoin Verifiable Incentives (BVI), Bitlayer offers a cost-effective, trust-minimized solution that supports 200+ projects and over 28 million transactions. Bitcoin is about to level up. In this exclusive interview with News Lead David Sencil (@_dsencil), Charlie Hu reveals how Bitlayer is pioneering next-generation bridges and Layer 2 architecture to transform the Bitcoin landscape. With $750M in TVL and institutional partnerships with Franklin Templeton, Bitlayer goes beyond building tech—it's scaling Bitcoin without protocol upgrades. Sencil explores how this breakthrough could become Bitcoin's most significant advancement since Taproot. Bitlayer website: https://www.bitlayer.org/ Bitlayer X: https://x.com/BitLayerLabs Charlie Hu X: https://x.com/CharlieHusats…

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"As our kids grow, their best friend will be an AI." 30:26

28 days ago30:26

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During Token2049, @StabilityAI founder Emad Mostaque, sat down with David to reveal:🔸Why decentralized AI will outpace centralized giants🔸How AI agents will change how we work and live🔸The critical role crypto plays in preventing AI misuse

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"In 10 years, PayFi might be bigger than centralized exchanges." 25:11

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“In 10 years, PayFi might be bigger than centralized exchanges.”At Bitcoin 2025, Gracy CEO of Bitget sat down with David to talk:- The truth behind the VOXEL incident- CEXs v DEXs- Token listing dilemmas- PayFi’s potential to replace Swift, Visa & MasterCard

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AlphaGoats: The ChatGPT of Gaming? How AI is Redefining Web3 Strategy! 23:09

30 days ago23:09

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Simon Davis, the CEO of Goat Gaming, discusses the evolution of his company from traditional gaming to the innovative world of Web3. He shares insights on the strategic decision to utilize Telegram as a platform, the integration of AI through Alpha Goats, and the importance of community engagement. Simon also addresses the challenges faced in transitioning to Web3, the significance of funding for future developments, and offers advice for aspiring developers in the gaming industry.…

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Unlocking Crypto Security: The MPC Revolution with Sodot 21:42

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Ido Sofer is the CEO and co-founder of Sodot, a pioneering multi-party computation (MPC) infrastructure company revolutionizing key management in the web3 ecosystem. With a background spanning seven years in the Israeli Ministry of Finance, Sofer transitioned from government finance to the cutting-edge world of cryptocurrency technology.In this interview with [Bitcoin.com](http://bitcoin.com/) News Lead David Sencil, Sofer discusses his journey from government executive to crypto innovator, explaining how Sodot's MPC technology solves critical security challenges in digital asset management. He explores the company's mission to create user-friendly, secure key infrastructure that can drive mass adoption of cryptocurrency, breaking down complex technological barriers for institutions and retail users alike, and sharing insights into the future of web3 security and user experience.Sodot website: https://www.sodot.dev/Sodot X: https://x.com/sodot_hqIdo Sofer X: https://x.com/sofer_ido#Sodot #web3 #cryptoSubscribe to our channel and hit the bell "🔔" icon to get notifications:https://www.youtube.com/bitcoincomofficialchannel?sub_confirmation=1► Who are we?At Bitcoin.com we create tools that bring more economic freedom to the world. Since 2015, Bitcoin.com has been a global leader in introducing newcomers to crypto. We make it easy for anyone to buy, spend, trade, invest, earn, and stay up-to-date on cryptocurrency and the future of finance.Buy, sell, trade, earn, use, and learn crypto with the Bitcoin.com Wallet:https://branch.wallet.bitcoin.com/I1dhGnyGNpbStay informed with timely and objective crypto, published daily:https://news.bitcoin.com/Get educated with up-to-date content from Bitcoin.com’s learning center:https://www.bitcoin.com/get-started/Trade permissionlessly on Bitcoin.com's decentralized Verse DEX where you can also earn yield:https://verse.bitcoin.com/► What is Verse?VERSE, which launched in December 2022, is Bitcoin.com’s rewards and utility token. Get VERSE for free in the Bitcoin.com Wallet app, and use it to earn Bitcoin and other rewards.VERSE is expanding access to DeFi, enabling more people to benefit from democratized finance and the economic freedom it unlocks.—Join our community and follow us for updates ⬇️►X: https://x.com/Bitcoincom►X News Account: https://x.com/BTCTN ►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bitcoin.com_official/►Discord: https://discord.gg/hux4sugcQS►Telegram: https://t.me/GetVerse►LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bitcoin.com/►Linkedin News Account: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bitcoin-com-news/…

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EXCLUSIVE: Bitcoin's Next Frontier Revealed 21:33

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BTCTN's Frederick Munawa sits down with Charlie Hu, CEO of Bitlayers, to unpack the future of Bitcoin innovation Key Insights: 🔸Transformed $BTC from idle asset to dynamic ecosystem 🔸28M+ transactions across 200 projects 🔸Pioneering layer-two solutions with ZK-STARKs 🔸AI-driven crypto strategies emerging 🔸Institutional interest in Bitcoin yield products From Amsterdam Bitcoin meetup to crypto ecosystem builder, Charlie breaks down how he’s helping rewrite the rules of digital finance.…

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Want to Build Real Web3? Here’s Why Asia Leads the Way 2:42

5 weeks ago2:42

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Alun sat down with @BitBenderBrink (@DGramNetwork) & @LFGincorporated’s Jeff Espejo during @SEABWofficial to unpack:- Why Asia is the choice launchpad for DePIN ecosystems - Why infra-first thinking is winning- What builders miss from countless examples of web3 vaporwareReal talk, real insight. Watch now.Subscribe to our channel and hit the bell "🔔" icon to get notifications:https://www.youtube.com/bitcoincomofficialchannel?sub_confirmation=1► Who are we?At Bitcoin.com we create tools that bring more economic freedom to the world. Since 2015, Bitcoin.com has been a global leader in introducing newcomers to crypto. We make it easy for anyone to buy, spend, trade, invest, earn, and stay up-to-date on cryptocurrency and the future of finance.Buy, sell, trade, earn, use, and learn crypto with the Bitcoin.com Wallet:https://branch.wallet.bitcoin.com/I1dhGnyGNpbStay informed with timely and objective crypto, published daily:https://news.bitcoin.com/Get educated with up-to-date content from Bitcoin.com’s learning center:https://www.bitcoin.com/get-started/Trade permissionlessly on Bitcoin.com's decentralized Verse DEX where you can also earn yield:https://verse.bitcoin.com/► What is Verse?VERSE, which launched in December 2022, is Bitcoin.com’s rewards and utility token. Get VERSE for free in the Bitcoin.com Wallet app, and use it to earn Bitcoin and other rewards.VERSE is expanding access to DeFi, enabling more people to benefit from democratized finance and the economic freedom it unlocks.—Join our community and follow us for updates ⬇️►X: https://x.com/Bitcoincom►X News Account: https://x.com/BTCTN ►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bitcoin.com_official/►Discord: https://discord.gg/hux4sugcQS►Telegram: https://t.me/GetVerse►LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bitcoin.com/►Linkedin News Account: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bitcoin-com-news/…

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Alice Li on the Future of Crypto: AI, Success Signals & Global Vibes 27:46

5 weeks ago27:46

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Alice Li, Investment Partner at @ForesightVen, joins Frederick Munawa to discuss: - Differences between Consensus Hong Kong and ETH Denver - Key factors for a successful project - The role of AI in crypto and stablecoins Get the insights from Alice Li

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Unlocking Bitcoin's Full Potential: A New Era of Crypto Integration 14:48

5 weeks ago14:48

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Edan Yago is the CEO and Co-Founder of BitcoinOS, a groundbreaking platform that transforms Bitcoin into a universal, programmable layer without modifying the core protocol. By leveraging zero-knowledge cryptography, BitcoinOS enables trustless cross-chain integration, smart contracts, and programmable tokens—all secured by Bitcoin's unparalleled infrastructure. Bitcoin is about to become the Internet of Value. In this revealing interview with [Bitcoin.com]( http://Bitcoin.com ) News Lead David Sencil ([@_dsencil]( https://x.com/_dsencil )), Yago explains how BitcoinOS can unlock 70% of crypto's liquidity by creating a unified ecosystem where every blockchain becomes a potential layer two. With a vision of turning Bitcoin into a financial operating system that can support everything from massive multiplayer games to 30-year mortgages, Yago demonstrates how his technology could solve crypto's fundamental fragmentation problem—without changing a single line of Bitcoin's code. BitcoinOS website: https://bitcoinos.build/ BitcoinOS X: https://x.com/btc_os Edan Yago X: https://x.com/edanyago…

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Crypto OG to Innovator: Garrett Minks on Open-Source and Privacy Tech 23:24

6 weeks ago23:24

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RAIR Protocol founder and CTO Garrett Minks, shares his crypto journey with BTCTN’s Frederick Munawa, from #Bitcoin mining in 2012 to founding RAIR Protocol, exploring:🔸The power of open-source software🔸The potential of zero-knowledge proofsWatch the full interview.Subscribe to our channel and hit the bell "🔔" icon to get notifications:https://www.youtube.com/bitcoincomofficialchannel?sub_confirmation=1► Who are we?At Bitcoin.com we create tools that bring more economic freedom to the world. Since 2015, Bitcoin.com has been a global leader in introducing newcomers to crypto. We make it easy for anyone to buy, spend, trade, invest, earn, and stay up-to-date on cryptocurrency and the future of finance.Buy, sell, trade, earn, use, and learn crypto with the Bitcoin.com Wallet:https://branch.wallet.bitcoin.com/I1dhGnyGNpbStay informed with timely and objective crypto, published daily:https://news.bitcoin.com/Get educated with up-to-date content from Bitcoin.com’s learning center:https://www.bitcoin.com/get-started/Trade permissionlessly on Bitcoin.com's decentralized Verse DEX where you can also earn yield:https://verse.bitcoin.com/► What is Verse?VERSE, which launched in December 2022, is Bitcoin.com’s rewards and utility token. Get VERSE for free in the Bitcoin.com Wallet app, and use it to earn Bitcoin and other rewards.VERSE is expanding access to DeFi, enabling more people to benefit from democratized finance and the economic freedom it unlocks.—Join our community and follow us for updates ⬇️►X: https://x.com/Bitcoincom►X News Account: https://x.com/BTCTN ►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bitcoin.com_official/►Discord: https://discord.gg/hux4sugcQS►Telegram: https://t.me/GetVerse►LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bitcoin.com/►Linkedin News Account: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bitcoin-com-news/…

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All About the tBTC x Starknet Launch: Bridging Bitcoin to ZK-Rollups 30:56

6 weeks ago30:56

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tBTC, the leading decentralized, trust-minimized Bitcoin bridge, is now live with direct native minting on Starknet — one of the most advanced Ethereum Layer 2 networks powered by ZK-rollup technology. With this launch, Bitcoin holders can now seamlessly mint tBTC directly on Starknet, eliminating the need to bridge via Ethereum first. This brings the full security, transparency, and 1:1 BTC peg of tBTC natively to the Starknet ecosystem. This is a significant milestone as it:: Enables Bitcoin to flow into Starknet’s DeFi protocols (DEXs, lending, stablecoins) Reduces fees and friction for BTC onboarding Maintains tBTC’s unmatched decentralization and non-custodial architecture The launch also opens the door to future incentive programs designed to bootstrap BTC liquidity and drive adoption of Bitcoin-backed DeFi use cases on Starknet. Why it matters: Starknet is emerging as one of the most scalable, developer-friendly ZK-rollups, and native BTC liquidity will unlock new opportunities for the Starknet DeFi ecosystem. This is part of tBTC’s broader vision to make Bitcoin universally accessible across major chains, with no compromises on decentralization or security.…

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“Not all metrics are equally valuable all the time,” says Glassnode’s Dan Blackmore. 15:12

6 weeks ago15:12

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“Not all metrics are equally valuable all the time,” says @Glassnode’s Dan Blackmore. Blackmore breaks down how smart traders use frameworks—not just dashboards.→ Why institutional adoption is accelerating→ How Glassnode stands out in a crowded spaceFull interview 🎥👇Subscribe to our channel and hit the bell "🔔" icon to get notifications:https://www.youtube.com/bitcoincomofficialchannel?sub_confirmation=1► Who are we?At Bitcoin.com we create tools that bring more economic freedom to the world. Since 2015, Bitcoin.com has been a global leader in introducing newcomers to crypto. We make it easy for anyone to buy, spend, trade, invest, earn, and stay up-to-date on cryptocurrency and the future of finance.Buy, sell, trade, earn, use, and learn crypto with the Bitcoin.com Wallet:https://branch.wallet.bitcoin.com/I1dhGnyGNpbStay informed with timely and objective crypto, published daily:https://news.bitcoin.com/Get educated with up-to-date content from Bitcoin.com’s learning center:https://www.bitcoin.com/get-started/Trade permissionlessly on Bitcoin.com's decentralized Verse DEX where you can also earn yield:https://verse.bitcoin.com/► What is Verse?VERSE, which launched in December 2022, is Bitcoin.com’s rewards and utility token. Get VERSE for free in the Bitcoin.com Wallet app, and use it to earn Bitcoin and other rewards.VERSE is expanding access to DeFi, enabling more people to benefit from democratized finance and the economic freedom it unlocks.—Join our community and follow us for updates ⬇️►X: https://x.com/Bitcoincom►X News Account: https://x.com/BTCTN ►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bitcoin.com_official/►Discord: https://discord.gg/hux4sugcQS►Telegram: https://t.me/GetVerse►LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bitcoin.com/►Linkedin News Account: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bitcoin-com-news/…

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Chainlink CEO Sergey Nazarov on Defi, Tradfi On-Chain, and the Future of Crypto 37:22

6 weeks ago37:22

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Join Chainlink co-founder Sergey Nazarov, as he shares insights on the future of crypto, covering:🔹Cross-chain DeFi and the role of oracles🔹Why the crypto industry is only 2% built📺 Nazarov explains why JP Morgan, Fidelity and UBS are all going on-chain. Watch it here.Subscribe to our channel and hit the bell "🔔" icon to get notifications:https://www.youtube.com/bitcoincomofficialchannel?sub_confirmation=1► Who are we?At Bitcoin.com we create tools that bring more economic freedom to the world. Since 2015, Bitcoin.com has been a global leader in introducing newcomers to crypto. We make it easy for anyone to buy, spend, trade, invest, earn, and stay up-to-date on cryptocurrency and the future of finance.Buy, sell, trade, earn, use, and learn crypto with the Bitcoin.com Wallet:https://branch.wallet.bitcoin.com/I1dhGnyGNpbStay informed with timely and objective crypto, published daily:https://news.bitcoin.com/Get educated with up-to-date content from Bitcoin.com’s learning center:https://www.bitcoin.com/get-started/Trade permissionlessly on Bitcoin.com's decentralized Verse DEX where you can also earn yield:https://verse.bitcoin.com/► What is Verse?VERSE, which launched in December 2022, is Bitcoin.com’s rewards and utility token. Get VERSE for free in the Bitcoin.com Wallet app, and use it to earn Bitcoin and other rewards.VERSE is expanding access to DeFi, enabling more people to benefit from democratized finance and the economic freedom it unlocks.—Join our community and follow us for updates ⬇️►X: https://x.com/Bitcoincom►X News Account: https://x.com/BTCTN ►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bitcoin.com_official/►Discord: https://discord.gg/hux4sugcQS►Telegram: https://t.me/GetVerse►LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bitcoin.com/►Linkedin News Account: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bitcoin-com-news/…

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What does it take to launch a Bitcoin ETF on Nasdaq? 19:27

6 weeks ago19:27

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CanaryFunds CEO Stephen McClurg breaks down the grind: regulators, S-1 filings, and bringing crypto into TradFi.Join Stephen McClurg to explore what’s next for $BTC and ETFs. Watch the full convo.Subscribe to our channel and hit the bell "🔔" icon to get notifications:https://www.youtube.com/bitcoincomofficialchannel?sub_confirmation=1► Who are we?At Bitcoin.com we create tools that bring more economic freedom to the world. Since 2015, Bitcoin.com has been a global leader in introducing newcomers to crypto. We make it easy for anyone to buy, spend, trade, invest, earn, and stay up-to-date on cryptocurrency and the future of finance.Buy, sell, trade, earn, use, and learn crypto with the Bitcoin.com Wallet:https://branch.wallet.bitcoin.com/I1dhGnyGNpbStay informed with timely and objective crypto, published daily:https://news.bitcoin.com/Get educated with up-to-date content from Bitcoin.com’s learning center:https://www.bitcoin.com/get-started/Trade permissionlessly on Bitcoin.com's decentralized Verse DEX where you can also earn yield:https://verse.bitcoin.com/► What is Verse?VERSE, which launched in December 2022, is Bitcoin.com’s rewards and utility token. Get VERSE for free in the Bitcoin.com Wallet app, and use it to earn Bitcoin and other rewards.VERSE is expanding access to DeFi, enabling more people to benefit from democratized finance and the economic freedom it unlocks.—Join our community and follow us for updates ⬇️►X: https://x.com/Bitcoincom►X News Account: https://x.com/BTCTN ►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bitcoin.com_official/►Discord: https://discord.gg/hux4sugcQS►Telegram: https://t.me/GetVerse►LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bitcoin.com/►Linkedin News Account: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bitcoin-com-news/…

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From Central Bank Regulator to Crypto CEO: Fastex’s Global Expansion with Vakhtang Abrahamyan 19:15

6 weeks ago19:15

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In this exclusive interview, Fastex CEO Vakhtang Abrahamyan sits down with BTCTN’s @_dsencil to share his journey from 25+ years in central banking and regulation to leading a Web3 powerhouse. We cover: • His transition from EU regulatory roles to crypto leadership • Fastex’s expansion into the EU, UAE, and now the US • How they’re approaching real-world asset tokenization (RWAs) • Lessons from CEX security breaches and how Fastex approaches cybersecurity • Thoughts on regulatory clarity in the US and why they’re betting on the market Whether you’re into Web3 infrastructure, RWAs, or understanding how regulators think, this one’s a must-watch.…

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Diving Deep Into Crypto Brokerage and Trading Technology With B2Broker CEO Arthur Azizov and CDO John Murillo 33:22

6 weeks ago33:22

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B2BROKER is a global fintech solutions provider for financial institutions. It delivers liquidity, trading technology, payment solutions, and brokerage infrastructure through a network of specialised entities. Founded in 2014, with key hubs in London, Limassol, Hong Kong and Dubai, the company operates in 11 countries, serving clients across Europe, the Middle East, and Asia. B2BROKER serves brokers, exchanges, hedge funds, proprietary trading firms, and other financial institutions. Leveraging its extensive network and ecosystem-driven approach, the company provides scalable solutions that help clients streamline operations, maximise efficiency, and drive growth.…

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Tezos Co-Founder Arthur Breitman on Uranium & Crypto Culture Wars | Consensus 2025 20:22

6 weeks ago20:22

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Why is uranium the hottest real-world asset on the blockchain?Arthur Breitman, co-founder of Tezos, joins Bitcoin.com’s Frederick Munawa for an exclusive interview at Consensus 2025 Toronto. They cover:- Uranium.io & tokenizing real assets- Tezos' self-amending ledger- Ethereum killer myth- Crypto culture wars- NFTs, art, DeFi, gaming & moreSmart insights, bold takes, and a vision for the future of crypto you won't want to miss.Tezos Website: https://www.tezos.com/Tezos X Account: https://x.com/tezosXU3O8 Website: https://uranium.io/enXU3O8 X Account: https://x.com/uranium_ioArthur Breitman's X Account: https://x.com/ArthurBArthur Breitman's Blog: https://ex.rs/#Tezos #Consensus2025 #Bitcoin #Blockchain #CryptoNewsSubscribe to our channel and hit the bell "🔔" icon to get notifications:https://www.youtube.com/bitcoincomofficialchannel?sub_confirmation=1► Who are we?At Bitcoin.com we create tools that bring more economic freedom to the world. Since 2015, Bitcoin.com has been a global leader in introducing newcomers to crypto. We make it easy for anyone to buy, spend, trade, invest, earn, and stay up-to-date on cryptocurrency and the future of finance.Buy, sell, trade, earn, use, and learn crypto with the Bitcoin.com Wallet:https://branch.wallet.bitcoin.com/I1dhGnyGNpbStay informed with timely and objective crypto, published daily:https://news.bitcoin.com/Get educated with up-to-date content from Bitcoin.com’s learning center:https://www.bitcoin.com/get-started/Trade permissionlessly on Bitcoin.com's decentralized Verse DEX where you can also earn yield:https://verse.bitcoin.com/► What is Verse?VERSE, which launched in December 2022, is Bitcoin.com’s rewards and utility token. Get VERSE for free in the Bitcoin.com Wallet app, and use it to earn Bitcoin and other rewards.VERSE is expanding access to DeFi, enabling more people to benefit from democratized finance and the economic freedom it unlocks.—Join our community and follow us for updates ⬇️►X: https://x.com/Bitcoincom►X News Account: https://x.com/BTCTN ►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bitcoin.com_official/►Discord: https://discord.gg/hux4sugcQS►Telegram: https://t.me/GetVerse►LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bitcoin.com/►Linkedin News Account: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bitcoin-com-news/…

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What does it take to launch a #Bitcoin ETF on Nasdaq? 19:27

7 weeks ago19:27

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What does it take to launch a #Bitcoin ETF on Nasdaq? @CanaryFunds Stephen McClurg breaks down the grind: regulators, S-1 filings, and bringing crypto into TradFi. • Launching a Bitcoin spot ETF • Why Bitcoin made sense at EA • What’s next for BTC and ETFs

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The Smartphone That Mines Money: Inside XForge's Web3 Revolution 31:18

9 weeks ago31:18

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Peter Huang is the Co-Founder of XForge, a revolutionary smartphone that turns mobile technology into a passive income generator. By leveraging blockchain and decentralized infrastructure, XForge transforms how everyday users interact with Web3, offering a $200 device that literally pays you to use it. In this exclusive interview with [Bitcoin.com]( http://Bitcoin.com ) News Lead David Sencil ([@_dsencil]( https://x.com/_dsencil )), , Huang reveals how XForge is bridging the gap between traditional smartphone users and crypto, with 30% of their buyers being non-crypto natives. From Southeast Asia to Europe, XForge is creating a new paradigm where your smartphone isn't just a communication tool—it's a node in a decentralized network that generates real rewards. With backing from top crypto investors and a vision of making Web3 accessible to millions, Huang explains how XForge could be the key to mainstream blockchain adoption.…

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EVM on TON: TAC Founder Marco Monaco and the Future of Interoperability 48:06

11 weeks ago48:06

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TAC is a purpose-built blockchain for EVM dApps to access TON and Telegram Ecosystem’s 1B+ user base. TAC makes it seamless for Ethereum dApps to be deployed on TON. EVM functionality and liquidity brought to the TON ecosystem enable builders to focus on consumer use cases. Marco Monaco, Co-Founder and Growth Lead at TAC, recently joined the Bitcoin.com News Podcast to talk about the technology. Marco discussed his work with TON, focusing on TAC’s strategy to bridge the gap between TON’s large user base and its relatively small developer community by creating an EVM-compatible layer-1 chain using a Cosmos SDK and integrating with Babylon’s Bitcoin Security Network. A successful $370 million Summoning Campaign provided liquidity for the project, with a phased launch planned starting with a developer mainnet in May, followed by a token launch. ( podcast player to appear here after publishing ) Marco Monaco is the Co-Founder and Growth Lead at TAC. Before that, he co-founded Linea, an Ethereum rollup built at Consensys, where he helped onboard 500,000 users and supported 500+ teams. A longtime Ethereum supporter, Marco has also worked on key products like Metamask and Infura, and has advised several Ethereum products. Earlier in his career, he founded a blockchain advisory firm acquired by PwC Italy, where he later led crypto strategy and coordinated global blockchain initiatives. Now focused on the TON ecosystem, Marco co-founded TAC to drive the next wave of Web3 adoption. To learn more about the project visit tac.build , and follow the team on X . The Bitcoin.com News podcast features interviews with the most interesting leaders, founders and investors in the world of Cryptocurrency, Decentralized Finance (DeFi), NFTs and the Metaverse. Follow us on iTunes or Spotify .…

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Bridging Bitcoin to DeFi: Insights from MacLane Wilkison, CEO of tLabs and Co-founder of Threshold Network 33:02

11 weeks ago33:02