Why RLUSD and Stablecoins Are Winning Institutional Attention | Jack McDonald of Ripple

Inside Solayer and Solayer Pay: Joshua Sum on Web3 Innovation

In this episode of Deep Dive Podcast, host Rachel Wolfson sits down with Joshua Sum of Solayer to discuss the future of high-performance blockchain infrastructure and why speed, scalability, and real-time execution are becoming critical to the next generation of Web3 applications. The conversation explores Solayer’s vision for hardware-accelerated blockchain design, the growing demand for infrastructure that can support financial applications at scale, and how the network is positioning itself at the intersection of performance, capital markets, and onchain innovation. This week's guest(s): Joshua Sum is the Chief Product Officer at Solayer Labs building hardware accelerated infrastructure for realtime financial systems.  Sign up for the Web3 Deep Dive newsletter: https://substack.com/@web3deepdive?utm_source=profile-page [https://substack.com/@web3deepdive?utm_source=profile-page]  If you are interested in sponsoring upcoming episodes, please reach out contact@web3deepdive.com [contact@web3deepdive.com] 🎙️Podcast Info: Deep Dive Podcast is rated as the best 100 web3 podcasts on Feedspot: https://podcast.feedspot.com/web3_podcasts/?feedid=7263526&_src=f1_featured_email [https://podcast.feedspot.com/web3_podcasts/?feedid=7263526&_src=f1_featured_email]  Amazon Podcasts: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/f4dd2741-2600-4be5-b894-de55b1bb1456/web3-deep-dive [https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/f4dd2741-2600-4be5-b894-de55b1bb1456/web3-deep-dive]  Apple Podcasts: https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbnhxZHRvWFRxaVBVT2VBVkJQRk9KY2JuSVJDUXxBQ3Jtc0treW9GVXdSRWRiSGpmNlBsaWV2bWtzUWF2X3MxazVpSDNrSXA4NWVlUDRKRkwzNTNfSUQwUVdrV1dLZGF1eTVDbTNaNEExeDZ2aDgzN0ZZT2FLSzltbEtoMnhhVVNNOUd2em9TSTNQTmppV29PRjJDZw&q=https%3A%2F%2Fapple.co%2F2lwqZIr&v=AaTRHFaaPG8https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/web3-deep-dive/id1679236043 [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/web3-deep-dive/id1679236043]  Spotify: https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbmdEdkJDUHh1NmpaZEZTUnJVLTEzNGIxSjd1UXxBQ3Jtc0ttUF9ORDFBcFFfa1NXZXBFXzNxMUVHaUtXWlJ4Z1VxOHA4cTBkZHl2OVVuaGR5SWhTQlJiUTQxM3EwVlVhZnlzX0xpcm4wX0tTUTZveHI5Ym5YbGRSc1hPMWdHOE5pN3F6dnF6aW4tRXBjTjRibHE2QQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Fspoti.fi%2F2nEwCF8&v=AaTRHFaaPG8https://open.spotify.com/show/04DRjy4kNwf9RK5u78pSG2 [https://open.spotify.com/show/04DRjy4kNwf9RK5u78pSG2]  IheartRadio Podcasts: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-deep-dive-podcast-111544807/ [https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-deep-dive-podcast-111544807/]  Social Links: ⚡️Follow Solayer on X: https://x.com/solayer_labs?lang=en [https://x.com/solayer_labs?lang=en]  ⚡️Follow Deep Dive Podcast on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/web3-deep-dive/?viewAsMember=true [https://www.linkedin.com/company/web3-deep-dive/?viewAsMember=true]  ⚡️Follow Deep Dive Podcast on Instagram: https://instagram.com/web3deepdive_podcast?igshid=YjNmNGQ3MDY= [https://instagram.com/web3deepdive_podcast?igshid=YjNmNGQ3MDY=]  👋 Follow Rachel on social media: X: https://twitter.com/Rachelwolf00 [https://twitter.com/Rachelwolf00]  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rachelswolfson [https://www.instagram.com/rachelswolfson] LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachwolf/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachwolf/] Show production team: 🙌 Show Production:  Produced by 4LabsDigital [https://4labsdigital.com/] 💡 OTHER RESOURCES:  Rachel's Website: https://www.rachelwolfson.me/ [https://www.rachelwolfson.me/]  Rachel's Cointelegraph Column: https://cointelegraph.com/authors/rachel-wolfson [https://cointelegraph.com/authors/rachel-wolfson]  Rachel’s Cryptonews Column: https://cryptonews.com/editors/rachel-wolfson/ [https://cryptonews.com/editors/rachel-wolfson/]  Rachel's Bitcoin E-Book: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08WLHXRS3 [https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08WLHXRS3]  Rachel's Linktree: https://linktr.ee/rachelswolfson [https://linktr.ee/rachelswolfson] Best Podcast on Feedspot: https://podcast.feedspot.com/web3_podcasts/?feedid=7263526&_src=f1_featured_email [https://podcast.feedspot.com/web3_podcasts/?feedid=7263526&_src=f1_featured_email]  The Chatroom Podcast Studio Website:  https://www.thechatroomstudios.com/ [https://www.thechatroomstudios.com/]  DISCLAIMER This show is for entertainment purposes only and does not provide financial advice. Before making any decisions consult a professional.

Why Kevin O’Leary Is Betting on AI Data Centers, Power, Collectibles, and Crypto’s Next Big Opportunity

In this episode of Deep Dive Podcast, host Rachel Wolfson sits down with Kevin O’Leary to discuss why he’s betting big on AI data centers, the growing importance of power infrastructure, the investment potential of collectibles, and where he sees the next major opportunity for the crypto sector. Drawing on his experience as an investor, O’Leary shares his perspective on how emerging technologies and alternative assets are reshaping capital allocation, what sectors he believes are best positioned for long-term growth, and why investors should be paying close attention to the intersection of energy, AI, and digital assets. This week's guest(s): Kevin O’Leary is an investor, entrepreneur, and Chairman of O’Leary Ventures Management GP. Best known as a longtime investor on ABC’s Shark Tank, he is also a prominent business commentator and author with investments across more than 30 private companies If you are interested in sponsoring upcoming episodes, please reach out contact@web3deepdive.com [contact@web3deepdive.com] 🎙️Podcast Info: Deep Dive Podcast is rated as the best 100 web3 podcasts on Feedspot: https://podcast.feedspot.com/web3_podcasts/?feedid=7263526&_src=f1_featured_email [https://podcast.feedspot.com/web3_podcasts/?feedid=7263526&_src=f1_featured_email]  Amazon Podcasts: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/f4dd2741-2600-4be5-b894-de55b1bb1456/web3-deep-dive [https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/f4dd2741-2600-4be5-b894-de55b1bb1456/web3-deep-dive]  Apple Podcasts: https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbnhxZHRvWFRxaVBVT2VBVkJQRk9KY2JuSVJDUXxBQ3Jtc0treW9GVXdSRWRiSGpmNlBsaWV2bWtzUWF2X3MxazVpSDNrSXA4NWVlUDRKRkwzNTNfSUQwUVdrV1dLZGF1eTVDbTNaNEExeDZ2aDgzN0ZZT2FLSzltbEtoMnhhVVNNOUd2em9TSTNQTmppV29PRjJDZw&q=https%3A%2F%2Fapple.co%2F2lwqZIr&v=AaTRHFaaPG8https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/web3-deep-dive/id1679236043 [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/web3-deep-dive/id1679236043]  Spotify: https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbmdEdkJDUHh1NmpaZEZTUnJVLTEzNGIxSjd1UXxBQ3Jtc0ttUF9ORDFBcFFfa1NXZXBFXzNxMUVHaUtXWlJ4Z1VxOHA4cTBkZHl2OVVuaGR5SWhTQlJiUTQxM3EwVlVhZnlzX0xpcm4wX0tTUTZveHI5Ym5YbGRSc1hPMWdHOE5pN3F6dnF6aW4tRXBjTjRibHE2QQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Fspoti.fi%2F2nEwCF8&v=AaTRHFaaPG8https://open.spotify.com/show/04DRjy4kNwf9RK5u78pSG2 [https://open.spotify.com/show/04DRjy4kNwf9RK5u78pSG2]  IheartRadio Podcasts: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-deep-dive-podcast-111544807/ [https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-deep-dive-podcast-111544807/]  Social Links: ⚡️Follow Kevin on X: https://x.com/kevinolearytv [https://x.com/kevinolearytv]  ⚡️Follow Deep Dive Podcast on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/web3-deep-dive/?viewAsMember=true [https://www.linkedin.com/company/web3-deep-dive/?viewAsMember=true]  ⚡️Follow Deep Dive Podcast on Instagram: https://instagram.com/web3deepdive_podcast?igshid=YjNmNGQ3MDY= [https://instagram.com/web3deepdive_podcast?igshid=YjNmNGQ3MDY=]  👋 Follow Rachel on social media: X: https://twitter.com/Rachelwolf00 [https://twitter.com/Rachelwolf00]  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rachelswolfson [https://www.instagram.com/rachelswolfson] LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachwolf/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachwolf/] Show production team: 🙌 Show Production:  Produced by 4LabsDigital [https://4labsdigital.com/] 💡 OTHER RESOURCES:  Rachel's Website: https://www.rachelwolfson.me/ [https://www.rachelwolfson.me/]  Rachel's Cointelegraph Column: https://cointelegraph.com/authors/rachel-wolfson [https://cointelegraph.com/authors/rachel-wolfson]  Rachel’s Cryptonews Column: https://cryptonews.com/editors/rachel-wolfson/ [https://cryptonews.com/editors/rachel-wolfson/]  Rachel's Bitcoin E-Book: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08WLHXRS3 [https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08WLHXRS3]  Rachel's Linktree: https://linktr.ee/rachelswolfson [https://linktr.ee/rachelswolfson] Best Podcast on Feedspot: https://podcast.feedspot.com/web3_podcasts/?feedid=7263526&_src=f1_featured_email [https://podcast.feedspot.com/web3_podcasts/?feedid=7263526&_src=f1_featured_email]  The Chatroom Podcast Studio Website:  https://www.thechatroomstudios.com/ [https://www.thechatroomstudios.com/]  DISCLAIMER This show is for entertainment purposes only and does not provide financial advice. Before making any decisions consult a professional.

Why Tokenized RWAs Could Spark a Middle-Class Wealth Rebirth | Alex Davis of Mavryk

In this episode of Deep Dive Podcast, host Rachel Wolfson sits down with Alex Davis, founder of Mavryk, to discuss why tokenized real-world assets (RWAs) could represent a major shift in wealth creation – particulary for the middle class. Davis explains how real-world asset tokenization may expand access to investment opportunities that have historically been limited to institutions and high-net-worth individuals. The conversation explores how blockchain-based ownership, increased liquidity, and broader market access could help reshape the future of investing — and why this transformation may mark a new era of financial inclusion. This week's guest(s): Alex Davis, Founder and CEO of Mavryk, brings a multidisciplinary background spanning blockchain engineering, strategic operations, and decentralized finance. He began his career in the defense industry, developing expertise in systems analysis and strategic planning before tightening his focus on decentralized applications and financial infrastructure. Over the past decade, Alex has concentrated on building interoperable environments for real-world assets and next-generation financial systems. Through Mavryk Dynamics, Alex has led the development of Mavryk Network, a Layer-1 blockchain built for institutional-grade RWA tokenization;  Equiteez, Mavryk’s tokenization and secondary-market infrastructure suite for global asset managers and exchanges, and Maven Finance, a fully DAO-operated cooperative banking platform. Previously, he served as Chief Innovation Officer for Tezos MENA and co-founded Blockchain Alpha VC, advising on protocol design and enterprise adoption. Alex is an active speaker and educator, sharing insights at the University of Zurich, Reichman University, and global conferences in Davos, Gibraltar, Los Angeles, Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and Tel Aviv. 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Why RLUSD and Stablecoins Are Winning Institutional Attention | Jack McDonald of Ripple

In this episode of Deep Dive Podcast, host Rachel Wolfson interviews Jack McDonald, Ripple’s SVP of Stablecoins, about the growing institutional focus on stablecoins. He breaks down why RLUSD is drawing attention, how it fits into the broader digital asset landscape, and why shifting U.S. regulation could accelerate adoption across the sector. This week's guest(s): Jack McDonald is SVP of Stablecoins at Ripple, as well as CEO of Standard Custody & Trust Co., a New York-licensed digital asset custodian acquired by Ripple in 2024. At Ripple, Jack leads the company’s stablecoin strategy, including the development and rollout of Ripple USD (RLUSD), a U.S. dollar-backed stablecoin issued on the XRP Ledger and Ethereum, and licensed by the New York Department of Financial Services. Previously, Jack spent a decade as CEO of Conifer Financial Services, where he grew assets under administration from $5 billion to $125 billion, leading to a successful exit in 2016. He also spent several years on the sell-side at major investment banks, including senior roles at UBS Investment Bank as Managing Director and Head of Equity Sales, and at Schroders in institutional sales. He holds a J.D. from Georgetown University Law Center and a B.S.F.S. in Foreign Service from Georgetown University.  Sponsor Information:  This episode is sponsored by OtherForm.AI. Visit OtherForm.AI [http://otherform.ai] to learn more and build something that outlives you. Sign up for the Web3 Deep Dive newsletter: https://substack.com/@web3deepdive?utm_source=profile-page [https://substack.com/@web3deepdive?utm_source=profile-page]  If you are interested in sponsoring upcoming episodes, please reach out contact@web3deepdive.com [contact@web3deepdive.com] 🎙️Podcast Info: Deep Dive Podcast is rated as the best 100 web3 podcasts on Feedspot: https://podcast.feedspot.com/web3_podcasts/?feedid=7263526&_src=f1_featured_email [https://podcast.feedspot.com/web3_podcasts/?feedid=7263526&_src=f1_featured_email]  Amazon Podcasts: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/f4dd2741-2600-4be5-b894-de55b1bb1456/web3-deep-dive [https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/f4dd2741-2600-4be5-b894-de55b1bb1456/web3-deep-dive]  Apple Podcasts: https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbnhxZHRvWFRxaVBVT2VBVkJQRk9KY2JuSVJDUXxBQ3Jtc0treW9GVXdSRWRiSGpmNlBsaWV2bWtzUWF2X3MxazVpSDNrSXA4NWVlUDRKRkwzNTNfSUQwUVdrV1dLZGF1eTVDbTNaNEExeDZ2aDgzN0ZZT2FLSzltbEtoMnhhVVNNOUd2em9TSTNQTmppV29PRjJDZw&q=https%3A%2F%2Fapple.co%2F2lwqZIr&v=AaTRHFaaPG8https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/web3-deep-dive/id1679236043 [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/web3-deep-dive/id1679236043]  Spotify: https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbmdEdkJDUHh1NmpaZEZTUnJVLTEzNGIxSjd1UXxBQ3Jtc0ttUF9ORDFBcFFfa1NXZXBFXzNxMUVHaUtXWlJ4Z1VxOHA4cTBkZHl2OVVuaGR5SWhTQlJiUTQxM3EwVlVhZnlzX0xpcm4wX0tTUTZveHI5Ym5YbGRSc1hPMWdHOE5pN3F6dnF6aW4tRXBjTjRibHE2QQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Fspoti.fi%2F2nEwCF8&v=AaTRHFaaPG8https://open.spotify.com/show/04DRjy4kNwf9RK5u78pSG2 [https://open.spotify.com/show/04DRjy4kNwf9RK5u78pSG2]  IheartRadio Podcasts: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-deep-dive-podcast-111544807/ [https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-deep-dive-podcast-111544807/]  Social Links: ⚡️Follow Deep Dive Podcast on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/web3-deep-dive/?viewAsMember=true [https://www.linkedin.com/company/web3-deep-dive/?viewAsMember=true]  ⚡️Follow Deep Dive Podcast on Instagram: https://instagram.com/web3deepdive_podcast?igshid=YjNmNGQ3MDY= [https://instagram.com/web3deepdive_podcast?igshid=YjNmNGQ3MDY=]  👋 Follow Rachel on social media: X: https://twitter.com/Rachelwolf00 [https://twitter.com/Rachelwolf00]  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rachelswolfson [https://www.instagram.com/rachelswolfson] LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachwolf/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachwolf/] Show production team: 🙌 Show Production:  Produced by 4LabsDigital [https://4labsdigital.com/] 💡 OTHER RESOURCES:  Rachel's Website: https://www.rachelwolfson.me/ [https://www.rachelwolfson.me/]  Rachel's Cointelegraph Column: https://cointelegraph.com/authors/rachel-wolfson [https://cointelegraph.com/authors/rachel-wolfson]  Rachel’s Cryptonews Column: https://cryptonews.com/editors/rachel-wolfson/ [https://cryptonews.com/editors/rachel-wolfson/]  Rachel's Bitcoin E-Book: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08WLHXRS3 [https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08WLHXRS3]  Rachel's Linktree: https://linktr.ee/rachelswolfson [https://linktr.ee/rachelswolfson] Best Podcast on Feedspot: https://podcast.feedspot.com/web3_podcasts/?feedid=7263526&_src=f1_featured_email [https://podcast.feedspot.com/web3_podcasts/?feedid=7263526&_src=f1_featured_email]  OtherForm.AI [http://otherform.ai] website The Chatroom Podcast Studio Website:  https://www.thechatroomstudios.com/ [https://www.thechatroomstudios.com/]

‘Self Custody’: How Hollywood Director Garrett Patten Is Bringing Bitcoin to The Big Screen

In this episode of Deep Dive Podcast, host Rachel Wolfson sits down with filmmaker Garrett Patten to discuss his new short film “Self Custody.” Garrett dives deep into "Self Custody," which tells the gripping story of a man trying to recover his lost Bitcoin after he loses access to his seedphrase. The film highlights the realistic anxiety surrounding self-custody and the responsibility that comes with it. Garrett also discusses his Bitcoin journey and shares how he got into filmmaking, in addition to mentioning what’s next for Bitcoin in Hollywood.  This week's guest(s): Garrett Patten is an American filmmaker, producer, director, and actor whose love for cinema began in childhood with a Sony camcorder and a self-taught approach to editing. He studied at the University of Southern California, where he kept close ties to the filmmaking community before spending over a decade in the business world. Upon returning to film, he came in as a producer, working alongside directors to absorb the craft https://indiewrapmag.com/film/from-camcorder-to-directors-chair-garrett-pattens-journey-back-to-film/earning credits on notable projects including Bandit (2022), with Josh Duhamel and Mel Gibson, and In the Hand of Dante, featuring Oscar Isaac and Al Pacino. He later studied acting under Michael Monks, which deepened both his approach to directing and his passion for performance. https://indiewrapmag.com/film/from-camcorder-to-directors-chair-garrett-pattens-journey-back-to-film/That growth culminated in Self Custody, a cryptocurrency thriller he co-directed and starred in. Sponsor Information:  This episode is sponsored by OtherForm.AI. Visit OtherForm.AI [http://otherform.ai] to learn more and build something that outlives you. 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