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In this special episode from the Empire podcast, Blockworks unveils its new Token Transparency framework—an initiative designed to close the information gap and bring much-needed clarity to the crypto space. Dan Smith, Head of Data at Blockworks, explains how this framework will reshape how token projects operate and why transparency is the key to crypto’s future. Enjoy!
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Chapters:
(00:00) Token Transparency
(02:25) The Token Market & Lemons
(11:40) Equity vs Token Risk
(14:18) Structural Token Issues
(17:12) How Did We Get Here?
(22:57) Token Horror Stories
(31:50) Token Launches
(56:50) Best Case Scenario
(01:02:38) Impact On Token Prices
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Disclaimer: Nothing said on Empire 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. Santiago, Jason, and our guests may hold positions in the companies, funds, or projects discussed.
Gm! This week we're joined by Mike Dudas to discuss the current state of crypto venture. We deep dive into the 6MV origin story, liquid vs venture investing, Solana's app ecosystem & more. Enjoy!
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(00:00) Introduction
(02:03) The 6MV Origin Story
(06:42) The Revenue Meta
(08:15) Liquid vs Venture Investing
(14:05) Ledger Ad
(14:35) Crypto’s Token Problem
(26:03) Solana’s App Ecosystem
(31:45) Ledger Ad
(32:14) What We’ve Learned From Hyperliquid’s Success
(38:22) Pump Fun’s ICO
(43:49) The IPO Window Is Open
(48:49) Is Trump Good Or Bad For 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.
