In this episode of the DeFi podcast, Nathan Windsor, Founder of Landslide discusses the importance of interoperability between blockchain networks and the role of the Landslide in connecting Avalanche with the Cosmos IBC. He explains the concept of IBC (Inter-Blockchain Communication) and how it allows for secure communication and transfer of assets between different chains. He highlights the benefits of interoperability, such as the ability to trade meme coins and control multiple accounts across different chains.

What was the motivation to start Landslide? Stay tuned to learn more.

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00:00 Introduction and Welcome

7:40 Introducing Landslide and the Importance of Interoperability

12:02 Understanding IBC and the Landslide Light Client

19:05 Use Cases and Benefits of Landslide and IBC

32:10 Comparison with Other Interoperability Protocols

39:18 Testnet Progress and Launch Plans

42:58 The Launch of Avalanche and the Integration of Validators

44:49 Bringing Bitcoin Security and Economic Overlap to Avalanche

47:20 The Timeline for Landslide's Launch

45:00 Meme Coins and AI Agents: New Innovations in Crypto

50:00 The Future of Finance and the Role of Regulation