Uncut Gems by Bitcoin Suisse

Inside Hyperliquid's Fastest Growing Protocol

In this episode of Uncut Gems by Bitcoin Suisse, hosts Dominic Weibel and Luca Gnos sit down with Omnia, co-founder of Kinetiq - the dominant liquid staking protocol in the Hyperliquid ecosystem. Omnia shares the full founding story: from NFT market making and perp trading to discovering Hyperliquid in early 2023, and eventually building what became the fastest-growing liquid staking protocol ever, hitting $1B in deposits within three weeks of launch. The conversation dives deep into what makes Hyperliquid uniquely special, how Kinetiq evolved from a pure LST into a multi-vertical DeFi powerhouse, and where the HIP-3 exchange battle is really being won. If you want to understand the Hyperliquid ecosystem beyond just the hype token - and why Kinetiq calls itself its central nervous system - this episode is for you.

Aztec Co-Founder Explains How Privacy Unlocks Ethereum's Product-Market Fit

In this latest episode, hosts Wolfgang Vitale and Marco Mariani sit down with Arnaud Schenk, co-founder of Aztec. The conversation centers on a bold claim: Ethereum hasn't yet achieved product-market fit, primarily due to the lack of privacy in transactions. Arnaud introduces Aztec as a groundbreaking solution that brings privacy and programmability to Ethereum through advanced cryptographic methods like Zero-Knowledge proofs and multiparty computation.  The discussion traces Aztec's journey since 2017, exploring the technical hurdles they've overcome and the strategic thinking behind their recent $60 million token sale, which featured innovative identity verification via ZK Passport. Arnaud shares his vision for blockchain's future role in global finance, emphasizing that decentralized governance and privacy are essential for meaningful adoption, ultimately aiming for blockchain to power 30-40% of global economic activity.

Mythical Games: How They Hit 1M+ Users by Making Web3 Invisible

In this episode of Uncut Gems, host Dominic Weibel sits down with John Linden, CEO of Mythical Games, to explore how Web3 is transforming gaming beyond the hype and broken promises of early blockchain games. While most Web3 gaming projects struggled with empty lobbies and broken tokenomics, Mythical Games has taken a different approach - prioritizing gameplay first and blockchain integration second. Their roster includes successful titles like NFL Rivals, FIFA Rivals, and the recently launched Pudgy Party, which are hitting millions of downloads while seamlessly integrating blockchain technology. The conversation covers Mythical's gaming-first philosophy, their innovative Quick Trade feature that enables cashless multi-party transactions, and how they're monetizing previously untapped global markets. John discusses the technical decisions behind building on Polkadot, the future of the MYTH token, and why ecosystem tokens outperform single-game tokens. Podcast Highlights 0:00 Introduction to Web3 Gaming 02:40 Challenges in the Gaming Industry 05:23 The Promise of Web3 in Gaming 09:09 Mythical Games' Approach and Success 13:43 The Future of Web3 Gaming 19:55 User Adoption and Onboarding 27:12 Cultural Resonance vs. Speculation 30:00 Innovations in Gaming: Year One and Two 30:06 Introducing Quick Trade: A Game Changer 32:19 The Power of Web3 in Gaming 33:01 Monetizing Global Markets 34:22 Challenges and Future of Quick Trade 38:11 Tokenomics and Mythical's Strategy 46:47 Tech Stack Choices: Why Polkadot? 52:22 Rapid Fire Questions 56:02 Conclusion and Final Thoughts Host Dominic Weibel, Head of Research at Bitcoin Suisse Guest John Linden, CEO of Mythical Games Watch YouTube: https://youtu.be/48_DgFMCDtA Web Links Mythical Games: https://mythicalgames.com/ [https://che01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmythicalgames.com%2F&data=05%7C02%7CMichael.Sabelli%40bitcoinsuisse.com%7C3c62d611e5f441f4169208ddf61a2d34%7C524876e2fe384cd6a7acfa58422ecea3%7C1%7C0%7C638937314477987717%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=bYfa6y6iDdoYaV%2FZOcKj6mrlKo%2FYLJx69nbBvvQhomA%3D&reserved=0] Bitcoin Suisse: https://www.bitcoinsuisse.com/ [https://www.bitcoinsuisse.com/] Follow on X @BitcoinSuisseAG @Dominic_Weibel @playmythical @johnwastaken

MegaETH: The iPhone Moment for Crypto - How MegaETH will scale Ethereum

In this episode of Uncut Gems, Dominic Weibel and Wolfgang Vitale from Bitcoin Suisse talk to Shuyao (Brother Bing) and Namik, founding team members of MegaETH.  The discussion covers MegaETH’s groundbreaking approach to blockchain scalability, emphasizing their high-performance, real-time blockchain architecture.  They explore the origins of MegaETH, the unique node specialization strategy, and the potential for full on-chain applications like real-time gaming and decentralized VPN networks.  Discover how MegaETH aims to overcome the traditional limitations of blockchain speed and scalability while maintaining robustness and decentralization.

Zircuit: AI-Powered Layer 2 Rollup Solutions

In this episode of Uncut Gems, host Dominic Weibel and Zircuit co-founder Martin dive deep into the world of Rollups and Layer 2 solutions. Martin discusses how Zircuit aims to redefine blockchain security and efficiency through the integration of AI, zero-Knowledge proofs, and rollup technology. They explore Zircuit's tech stack, the role of AI in transaction sequencing, and the project's innovative approach to detecting and quarantining malicious transactions. The conversation also covers Zircuit's staking program, strategic partnerships, and plans for eventual decentralization. Tune in for an insightful discussion on the cutting-edge advancements shaping the crypto ecosystem.