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In this episode we untangle how a single photograph of President Volodymyr Zelenskyy’s black jacket became a $150-million flash-point on Polymarket, the largest crypto prediction exchange.

The platform’s “optimistic oracle,” UMA, stalled three times on the question of whether Zelenskyy had “worn a suit before July,” then looked ready to rule No, even as mainstream outlets ran headlines calling the outfit a suit.

We explain how UMA’s four-code voting system works, why one wallet with 1.3 million UMA tokens could swing a verdict, and how similar whale manoeuvres upended a $7 million Ukraine-minerals wager in March and forced Polymarket to over-ride its own oracle in last year’s Barron-Trump meme-coin dispute.

The episode also charts Polymarket’s meteoric rise, from billions in 2024-election volume to a 2025 funding round that puts the company’s valuation above $1 billion, and asks what happens to “truth on-chain” when the incentives, the rules, and the money all point in different directions.

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00:00 Opening – The Jacket That Launched a $150M Bet

02:15 Act 1: The Bet – A Gold Badge and a Sure Thing

12:30 Act 2: The Oracle – Why UMA Keeps Saying “Too Early”

25:00 Act 3: Precedent Problems – Whales, Flips, and Overrides

35:40 Act 4: Retail Risk – How Clear Rules Could Fix It

43:00 Credits & How to Support the Show

🚀 LIVE: David Cao on N1 Chain – Building a Lightning-Fast Perp DEX for Everyday TradersWondering how N1 plans to turn on-chain derivatives into a one-click, low-fee experience? In this Leviathan News livestream, host Sam McCulloch sits down with N1 founder David Cao to unpack:• Why N1 pivoted from options to a high-speed perpetuals exchange• The tech behind N1’s sub-second finality and 100k TPS target• Liquidity strategies, token incentives and the recent Echo.xyz sale• How N1 will differentiate itself from Hyperliquid and packed DeFi markets• What retail traders can expect on day one🔔 Subscribe & turn on notifications so you never miss our DeFi deep dives.Quick links• Website – latest articles & dashboardshttps://leviathannews.xyz• Daily Newsletter (free) – crypto stories in 3 minhttps://leviathannews.substack.com• Telegram (12 k builders, live drops)https://t.me/+zqRS5HW8GlgzY2Ix• Twitter / X – clips, charts, breaking threads  / leviathan_news  

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In this episode of Leviathan News, host Sam is joined by Alex McFarlane of Keyring Network to dive deep into the complexities of DeFi lending markets. They discuss the transformation of DeFi lending into institutional markets, and the crucial role of risk management. Alex explains how Keyring Network aims to bridge the gap between retail and traditional finance, emphasizing security and low-risk strategies using zero-knowledge proofs. They also explore the impact of stablecoin lending rates, the importance of compliance, and how to navigate the emerging institutional-focused lending providers. 00:00 Welcome to Leviathan News00:15 Recent Liquidation Event on Squid01:37 Introduction to Alex McFarlane and Keyring Network01:51 The Evolution of Defi Lending Markets02:53 Keyring Network's Unique Approach05:30 Defi Lending Popularity and Economic Activities08:47 The Role of Collateral and Leverage in Defi15:42 Institutional Interest in Defi Lending18:59 Risk Management in Defi Lending28:12 Emerging Institutional Defi Platforms31:33 Introduction to Points Programs and Incentives32:21 The Importance of Incentivized Pools33:02 Challenges in DeFi Lending and Borrowing34:54 Operational Risk and TVL in DeFi42:01 Comparing DeFi Lending to Traditional Lending49:35 The Role of Compliance in DeFi57:31 Conclusion and Future of Permission Markets

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Sam and Matt dive deep into the rumoured $1bn Pump.fun token sale at a $4bn valuation, break down the platform’s monster fee haul, and debate whether the raise signals strength or peak mania. They explore Pump.fun’s equity-versus-token dilemma, wallet-level P&L data, and the wider impact on Solana liquidity. The conversation widens into Circle’s long-awaited IPO, Tether’s new L1, and the shifting ETH-vs-SOL trade. Along the way they tackle market structure, gambling culture, and what a “next-cycle” launch timeline could look like.Timestamps00:00:00 Intro and welcome00:00:34 Sam outlines topics, introduces Matt00:01:03 Debut of the new Leviathan theme jingle00:01:29 Pump.fun sale headline and why the story matters00:02:07 Are market “cycles” dead? multi-market complexity explained00:04:52 Macro backdrop, tight liquidity, and government money printing00:05:48 Blockworks leak, $4bn valuation backlash, and public-vs-VC debate00:09:12 Pump.fun fee revenue, $622m lifetime haul, margin estimates00:13:51 Equity vs token control, vesting, and convertible warrant talk00:19:45 Hyperliquid airdrop precedent, fairness expectations00:25:14 Swap UX gaps, smart-routing complaints, competitor pressure00:32:18 Wallet P&L chart, bot dominance, airdrop eligibility hurdles00:40:47 12-month vesting vs Serum’s 7-year lockups, insider dynamics00:49:15 Gambling culture, DFS vs sports-betting, personal risk discipline00:58:26 Will the raise drain $1bn of SOL liquidity? pricing signals01:02:18 ETH/SOL breakdown, relative upside for ETH to 20 k scenario01:10:05 Circle IPO watch, Bitfinex-Tether chain, stablecoin competition01:14:49 Odds Pump launches its own chain or L2 within two years01:18:36 Closing thoughts, Lava party teaser, sign-offLike the discussion? Hit subscribe, turn on alerts, and drop your questions below for tomorrow’s live Q&A.

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Today’s livestream dives into the sharp rise of corporate crypto treasuries, Telegram’s surprise partnership with xAI, and Yieldnest’s fast-approaching TGE. Host Samuel McCulloch sits down with Deo from Yieldnest to make sense of the week’s headline raises, the potential ripple effects for Bitcoin and Ethereum markets, and the end of Curve’s longstanding whitelist. If you missed the show live, use the timestamps below to jump straight to the moments that interest you most, then check the resource links at the end to explore each story in greater depth.

Timestamps
00:00 Intro, Squid contributor rewards on Fraxtal
02:00 Deo joins, quick Yieldnest airdrop update
03:05 Theme of the week, corporate balance sheets turn to crypto
05:18 GameStop acquires 4,710 BTC through debt financing
08:45 How debt structures shape liquidation risk
11:00 SharpLink Gaming raises $425 mn for an ETH treasury strategy
14:40 Roxom Global’s $17.9 mn raise and BTC-denominated exchange plan
18:15 The Blockchain Group’s $72 mn bond for Bitcoin purchases
19:25 Trump Media sets up a $2.5 bn Bitcoin treasury deal
22:05 Plasma Foundation’s latest strategic round and Beam’s stablecoin rails
24:30 Curve whitelist era ends after the Petra upgrade
27:10 Telegram integrates Grok, details of the $300 mn cash-and-equity pact
32:20 Yieldnest vault architecture, asset allocation dashboard tour
38:50 Governance launch, ve-style tokenomics, June 3 TGE details
41:30 Closing thoughts, upcoming guests, and how to earn Squid

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Reference links
Telegram–xAI announcement: https://x.com/durov/status/1927705717626003759
SharpLink $425 mn ETH strategy: https://investors.sharplink.com/sharplink-gaming-announces-425000000-private-placement-to-initiate-ethereum-treasury-strategy/
The Blockchain Group bond: https://www.theblock.co/post/355756/the-blockchain-group-completes-72-million-bond-issuance-to-fuel-bitcoin-buying-strategy
Trump Media Bitcoin treasury: https://www.globenewswire.com/news-release/2025/05/27/3088703/0/en/Trump-Media-Announces-Approximately-2-5-Billion-Bitcoin-Treasury-Deal.html
SharpLink site: https://www.sharplink.com
Roxom raise: https://www.coindesk.com/business/2025/05/22/roxom-global-raises-179m-to-build-btc-treasury-back-247-media-network
Roxom site: https://roxom.com
Plasma strategic round: https://x.com/PlasmaFDN/status/1925597168288559370
Plasma site: https://www.plasma.to
Yieldnest dashboard: https://app.yieldnest.finance/restake?ref=4ZYhFKdSh5iZMsGQaVygg59bac9Z
Beam: https://www.getbeam.cash
Original meme reference: https://x.com/ImperiumPaper/status/1927677963262197821

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Today Sam sits down with Turtle Club CTO Nick Thoma for the first deep dive on how the project has quietly brokered nearly a billion dollars in liquidity for new chains and DeFi apps. Nick explains the brokerage model, the tooling that keeps funds non-custodial, and why a background in NASA robotics shaped his approach to yield markets. If you build protocols, need TVL, or manage capital, this conversation is for you.

Timestamps
00:00 Intro, Squid contributor rewards, Substack plug
01:00 Meet Nick Thoma, robotics to crypto in one jump
02:45 How Turtle tracked a billion in TVL before anyone noticed
11:00 Vaults, boost deals, and the two-track product line
18:15 Pricing yield, risk scoring, and market-rate expectations
24:30 Using Veda vaults and Merkle rewards to stay non-custodial
27:20 Treasury strategy, revenue, and upcoming token launch
32:10 AI agents, account abstraction, and the next five years of DeFi UX
41:30 Advice for builders seeking efficient liquidity
43:30 Where to find Turtle Club and Leviathan News

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Join Sam and Deo on Leviathan News as they dive into the latest in the crypto funding!!00:00 Welcome to Leviathan News00:14 Diving into Today's Crypto News00:28 Spotlight on FRAX and the Genius Act02:44 Current Funding Landscape03:49 Understanding the Genius Act08:08 Stablecoin Market Trends10:17 Neobank Funding Highlights13:03 Exploring Neobank Innovations22:53 The Future of Crypto Banking27:56 Coinbase's Future in Trading and Web328:51 Exploring the Stable App30:20 The Rise of Stable Coin Integrations33:27 AI Agents in Finance: Catena's Vision39:22 N1's $2 Million Raise and Future Prospects43:55 The Impact of the Genius Act on Stable Coins47:45 Upcoming Token Generation Event50:13 Closing Remarks and Future Events

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Today’s episode covers one of the biggest stories in NFTs this year: CryptoPunks officially move to nonprofit custody under the Infinite Node Foundation. We also break down Coinbase’s $3 billion acquisition of Deribit, Robinhood’s push into Canada with WonderFi, and Anchorage Digital’s stablecoin play with Mountain Protocol. It’s M&A season in crypto, and Leviathan is tracking every move.

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Join us on Leviathan News as we welcome Corey Kaplan to discuss Dolomite's recent token launch and their journey over the past seven years. We dive into Dolomite's unique approach to product-market fit, innovative integrations like GLP from the GMX ecosystem, and the successful growth of their TVL. Corey shares insights on Dolomite's positioning as an ecosystem player, their strategic move to Berachain, and the future potential of DeFi lending markets. 00:00 Introduction and Sponsor Acknowledgment00:56 Interview with Corey Kaplan: Token Launch Success02:37 Dolomite's Unique Approach and Innovations03:50 Integration with GMX and Community Growth06:33 Expansion to Berachain and Future Plans11:56 Challenges and Achievements in the DeFi Space16:18 Dolomite's Tokenomics and Market Position21:45 Regulatory Landscape and Future of DeFi35:51 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

What if you could unlock the value of your Bitcoin without ever paying capital gains? In this episode of Leviathan News, we sit down with Jason Leibowitz from Meanwhile — the world’s first fully licensed Bitcoin-denominated life insurance company.

Jason breaks down how Meanwhile works, how it uses whole life insurance to offer tax-free Bitcoin loans, and why this structure is perfect for long-term BTC holders who want exposure, liquidity, and inheritance protection without giving up control.

This is the closest thing to a tax-advantaged Bitcoin IRA — but without the limitations.

🔗 Learn more: https://meanwhile.bm
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00:00 Intro — Tax Day reflections, sponsors, and BTC pain
01:35 Jason Leibowitz joins to talk Meanwhile and its $40M raise
04:00 What is Meanwhile? Bitcoin-denominated life insurance explained
06:30 How it works — premiums, growth, death benefit, and BTC loans
09:30 Jason’s background and why he joined Meanwhile
12:00 Why legacy insurers can’t offer Bitcoin-native products
14:50 The tax play — how policy loans help you avoid capital gains
18:00 Borrowing from your own BTC policy with no margin call
21:00 How Meanwhile handles custody, risk, and regulation
24:00 Whole life vs. self-directed IRAs — and why this is better
26:30 Who this is for — policy size, trusts, family estate planning
29:00 Application process and global availability
31:30 Final thoughts — growing BTC wealth without selling

Seth for Privacy joins the podcast to share news about what's been happening with Monero, he also talks about his project Cake Wallet.For Cake:Website: https://cakewallet.comCake blog: https://blog.cakewallet.comCake docs: https://docs.cakewallet.comInstall Cake Wallet: https://cakewallet.com/installCake Wallet on X: @cakewalletPersonal:Personal X: @sethforprivacyPersonal Blog: sethforprivacy.comPersonal Podcast: optoutpod.comSimple bio: Seth For Privacy is a privacy and freedom money advocate, VP of Cake Wallet, a privacy-centric self-custodial crypto wallet, and host of the Opt Out podcast.

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🎙️ Guests:Noah Seidman – Legal autodidact, DeFi theoristHosts: Samuel McCulloch & Gerrit Hall

📜 Description:Is your smart contract a nominee? Is Curve a partnership? Are DeFi rewards really taxable? 🤯In this mind-bending episode, Noah Seidman joins Leviathan News to unpack his Voter Escrow Partnership Manifesto — a 40+ page legal analysis arguing that DeFi’s fee distributor contracts may qualify as nominee interest accounts, with preserved tax basis and no realized income until withdrawal.We dive deep into:✅ IRS vs. Congress: Who actually makes tax law✅ IRC §7701, §61, §701–703, §731 explained✅ Common law, dominion, and the Bollinger case (1988)✅ Smart contracts as autonomous legal entities✅ How to use Form 8275 to disclose your tax position✅ Why you might already be in a partnership 👀✅ The constitutional right to interpret law✅ What happens if the IRS disagrees — and what to do next📘 Read the full Voter Escrow Partnership Memo:👉 https://leviathannews.substack.com/p/the-voter-escrow-partnershipJoin us: https://t.me/leviathan_news

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In this episode of Leviathan News, Billy and Dion from Term Finance join us to share updates from the past year. We dive into their new token launch, fixed-rate lending products, and how they're serving both pros and passive users. We also discuss the future of ETH lending, stablecoins, Circle's IPO, and why aligning protocol success with token holders matters.

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In this episode of Leviathan News, host Sam McCulloch dives into the concept of under-collateralized crypto lending with Yakovsky from 3Jane. They discuss the paradoxes inherent in the crypto space, the major challenges, and recent advancements that make unsecured lending feasible. Yakovsky shares his background, from buying his first ETH in 2017 to his involvement in Ribbon Finance and now 3Jane. Tune in to understand how 3Jane aims to revolutionize credit extension in the crypto world.

00:00 Welcome to Leviathan News

00:48 Sponsor Shoutouts

01:14 Crypto's Paradoxes and Holy Grails

03:08 Introducing Yakovsky and 3Jane

03:35 Yakovsky's Journey in Crypto

07:32 The Concept of Under-Collateralized Lending

09:19 Challenges and Innovations in Credit Underwriting

18:20 Target Market and Roadmap for 3Jane

27:17 Risk Management and Resilience

37:39 The Future of 3Jane and Unsecured Lending

44:06 Closing Remarks and Contact Information

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Macro & Crypto – What’s Next? w/ Matthew Land of Marshland CapitalThe markets are shifting—how is macro affecting crypto? Join host Samuel McCulloch LIVE at 11 AM EST as he sits down with Matthew Land of Marshland Capital to break down the biggest economic trends shaping crypto in 2025.📉 Topics we’ll cover:-How macro trends are impacting risk assets & crypto-The biggest narratives driving the market right now-What investors should expect for the rest of the year-Where the opportunities are in the current cycle📢 Don’t miss it—drop your questions in the chat and let’s dive in!🚀 Follow Leviathan News for more updates:📲 X (Twitter): https://x.com/leviathan_news📺 Telegram: https://t.me.com/leviathan_news🌐 Website: https://www.leviathannews.xyz🎙️ Guest: Matthew Land🌎 Website: https://www.marshlandcapital.com/🐦 X (Twitter): https://x.com/XenoAwake🔔 Subscribe & turn on notifications so you don’t miss our next livestream!

In this episode of Leviathan News, Rex, Alex Golubitsky, Gerrit and Sam dive deep into the latest changes in crypto regulations from the OCC, the explosion of ETFs, including trend-setting projects like the staking ETF for Ethereum, and a controversial new ETF for the Move blockchain. 00:00 Introduction and Greetings00:29 Community Plugs and Announcements02:53 Discussion on OCC Rules and Crypto Regulations11:36 Debate on CBDCs and Digital Cash19:40 The Future of Stablecoins and Banking34:16 ETF Craze in the Crypto World38:49 Debating the Launch of Move ETF40:28 Critique of the ETF System41:34 Ethereum Staking ETF Discussion43:43 Challenges in the Crypto Market49:52 Legal Profession and Crypto01:01:03 Revolving Door in Politics and Business01:05:45 Squid Token and Leviathan News

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LlamaRisk was joined by members of CVX5 to discuss the nuances of upcoming protocol Resupply's interest rate model compared to LlamaLend's. LlamaRisk is a boutique risk management advisory incubated in the Curve ecosystem and CVX5 is a Convex activist entity lazer focused on accelerating the ecosystem.

LlamaRisk: https://www.llamarisk.com/

Resupply: https://resupply.fi/

00:00 Introduction and Sponsor Shoutout

00:37 Meet the CVX5 Team

00:56 Overview of Resupply Launch

01:24 Detailed Discussion on Resupply Mechanics

02:16 Introduction of Llama Risk Team

02:51 Team Introductions and Backgrounds

06:22 Origins and Mission of CVX5

09:34 Resupply's Role in Convex Ecosystem

10:34 Collaborative Effort with Yearn

15:24 Tokenomics and Community Impact

18:48 Resupply System Overview

29:43 Potential Impact on Curve and Frax Ecosystems

37:17 LlamaLand Interest Rate Model

46:12 Managing Market Liquidity and Risk

47:59 Identifying Optimal Utilization

49:21 Evaluating Interest Rate Models

52:02 Optimizing Market Parameters

56:51 Future Research and Developments

01:01:09 Fee Model and Redemption Mechanics

01:02:29 Insurance Pool and Market Safety

01:07:25 Collateral and Market Selection

01:16:47 Liquidations and Risk Management

01:24:50 Upcoming Dashboard and Final Thoughts

Website https://infinifi.xyz/Use our ref link for f(x) Protocol: https://fx.aladdin.club/assets/?code=LeviathanNJoin Sam, your trusty host from Leviathan News, as he brings you the latest updates just a day before Valentine's Day. In this special episode, Sam is joined by Rob to discuss his highly anticipated project, InfiniFi. 00:00 Welcome to Leviathan News00:52 Introducing Our Sponsor: FX Protocol01:58 Newsletter Shoutout and Technical Setup04:00 Discussing InfiniFi and Recent News04:43 Debating ETH Staking and ETFs08:44 Crypto Narratives and Market Sentiment17:43 Financial Corruption and DeFi's Role21:31 Perverse Incentives and Bank Failures22:08 Competitive Banking Environment23:11 Subprime Mortgages and Liquidity Issues24:44 System Design and State-Bank Interplay25:23 DeFi: A New Set of Rules29:18 Fractional Reserve Banking Explained31:31 Managing Duration Risk in DeFi38:14 InfiniFi: Concept and Launch44:53 Conclusion and Future Plans

Join Rex and Alex as they dive deep into the current state of the crypto market in this special Leviathan News livestream. Sponsored by Protocol FX, this episode covers a wide array of topics, including the perception of crypto cycles, the political landscape's influence on crypto regulation, and the potential future regulatory framework under Trump's administration. Alex shares his insights as an attorney in the crypto field, emphasizing personal views and not legal or investment advice. Additionally, the discussion addresses the importance of institutional adoption, the impact of executive agencies on crypto, and the evolving role of stablecoins. This episode is packed with thought-provoking conversations on the present and future of crypto, especially Ethereum's role in a potentially golden age of crypto. Don't miss this engaging episode of Leviathan News!00:00 Introduction and Disclaimers01:41 Is the Crypto Cycle Over?03:06 The Golden Age of Crypto?05:26 Political Influence on Crypto09:32 Regulatory Challenges and Market Impact25:02 The Role of Stablecoins37:56 Stable Coins: Two Worlds and Regulatory Clarity38:55 Athena Dollar: Not a Stable Coin40:38 Regulatory Mismatches and Federal Oversight42:09 The Need for Innovation in Stable Coins43:53 Monopolies and Market Dynamics46:57 Ethereum's Unique Position and Future48:15 Bitcoin's Challenges and Ethereum's Competitors49:59 The Importance of Credibly Neutral Systems57:12 The Role of Blockchain in Capital Formation01:04:11 Concerns About the Current Crypto Landscape01:06:34 Final Thoughts and Future Discussions

Sam and Waj chat about the upcoming Berachain launch and also the rise of alt-media KOLs on Twitch and Tiktok

Join us for a special Leviathan News livestream as we dive deep into the highly anticipated Liquity V2 launch! We're bringing on Sam Lekhah and Colin Platt to break down everything you need to know about the latest iteration of the decentralized borrowing protocol. Make sure to go and check out our sponsor FX Protocol. They provide unliquidatable leverage for ETH BTC and other crypto up to 10x. Use our ref link: https://fx.aladdin.club/assets/?code=LeviathanN 🔥 Topics Covered: What’s new in Liquity V2? How it improves capital efficiency and decentralization Changes in stability mechanisms and liquidations What this means for DeFi and on-chain lending 🔹 Don't miss this alpha-packed session! Bring your questions and tune in live to get insights straight from the team. Links used in the show https://x.com/bjnpck/status/1883820067869327728 https://dune.com/liquity/protocol-incentivized-liquidity https://dune.com/liquity/liquity-v2 https://curve.fi/dex/#/ethereum/pools/factory-stable-ng-352/deposit https://www.liquity.org/blog/liquity-adopts-the-chainlink-standard-for-cross-chain-interoperability-for-bold https://docs.liquity.org/v2-documentation/friendly-fork-program https://app.lqty.io/earn/ https://app.defisaver.com/liquityV2/account/eth/manage https://parsec.fi/layout/geeogi/v-MaPJyt https://app.quill.finance/earn

Join Samuel McCulloch on this exciting episode of Leviathan News as he dives deep into the future of stablecoins and digital finance with special guests Sam from Frax and Jim Hiltner from Superstate.

Discover the innovative structure of frxUSD, the collaborative efforts with Superstate, and their vision for integrating crypto into traditional financial systems. From the crypto ball gossip to the intricate design of new financial instruments, this episode covers it all.

Tune in to understand how these leaders are solving core issues in the DeFi space and paving the way for the next billion users in the crypto world. 00:00 Introduction and Excitement 00:35 Meet the Guests: Sam and Jim 01:11 Jim's Background and Superstate 01:55 Sam's Crypto Ball Experience 05:03 The Future of frxUSD 07:47 Challenges and Innovations in Stablecoins 13:05 Superstate's Regulatory Journey 18:07 Technical Details of frxUSD 30:59 Incentives and Customer Relationships 31:17 Evolution of Frax and AMO Operations 31:41 Introduction of Superstate and Institutional Importance 32:29 Stablecoin Criticisms and NQA Principle 33:26 FDIC System and Enshrined Custodians 36:10 Superstate's Institutional Onboarding 37:25 DeFi Distribution and Global Market Expansion 39:19 Neobanks and Future Financial Systems 40:46 Tokenizing Treasuries and Eurodollar System 42:13 Design and Incentives of frxUSD 48:15 Yield Strategies and Market Conditions 50:58 Alternative Assets and Structured Products 57:49 Final Thoughts and Future Prospects

In this episode we have on Matthieu Gavadaun to come and chat about the launch of Infinity pools Make sure to check out our sponsor FX protocol: https://fx.aladdin.club/assets/?code=LeviathanN 🔔 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell to stay updated on all things DeFi! 📩 Questions or comments? Drop them below—we’d love to hear from you!

In today’s episode of Leviathan News, we’re diving deep into the recent USD0++ depeg and its massive ripple effects across the DeFi ecosystem. What caused this bond-like stablecoin to drop from its $1 peg to $0.87? How did it trap leveraged farmers, ignite liquidation chaos, and raise questions about conflicts of interest between Usual Money and MEV Capital? We’ll explore it all. Joining us to unpack the drama are Darren from IPOR Labs, a leader in DeFi risk management, and Alex McFarlane from Keyring Network, an expert in decentralized infrastructure. Together, we’ll break down: The mechanics behind the USD0++ redemption shift The fallout for Morpho, Pendle, and other protocols MEV Capital’s controversial role and high-stakes profits What this means for DeFi’s future and trust in stablecoins If you’re fascinated by the intersections of finance, technology, and high-stakes decision-making, you won’t want to miss this episode. Make sure to check out our sponsor FX protocol: https://fx.aladdin.club/assets/?code=LeviathanN 🔔 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell to stay updated on all things DeFi! 📩 Questions or comments? Drop them below—we’d love to hear from you!

On this episode - DAdvisoor is hosting Johannes Kern from Frankencoin, to discuss the new Swiss Franc stablecoin, and the benefits of its oracle-free design! Thank you so much, our sponsors - https://x.com/protocol_fx v2 is now live! Check them out! Use our ref link - https://fx.aladdin.club/assets/?code=LeviathanN On this episode - frankencoin.com https://x.com/frankencoinzchf https://x.com/jonk93 Our links - t.me/leviathan_news ⁠⁠x.com/leviathan_news⁠⁠ ⁠youtube.com@leviathan_news⁠ Feel free to add comments and talk to us everyone! Enjoy!