A conversation with Thorsten, the creator of Luzid, a Solana test validator at light speed.

Thorsten, the creator of the Luzid validator, joins James in our first in person episode. Thorsten shares his unique journey getting into software development and into Solana, starting as a jazz musician, then a poker player, then writing poker bots and diving into more development. Including building some of the most popular developer tooling at Metaplex.

The conversation explores the features and capabilities of Luzid, a tool for testing Solana programs. James and Thorsten discuss the setup process and navigate through the Luzid.app, exploring transactions, accounts, and snapshots. They also discuss the ability to undo actions and perform regression testing.

Thorsten touches on the future plans for Luzid, including the business model and collaboration with MagicBlock. The hosts conclude by providing information on the public release of Luzid and expressing excitement for its potential. This conversation explores the concept of emotional intelligence and its importance in various aspects of life. It discusses the definition of emotional intelligence, its components, and how to develop it. The conversation also highlights the role of emotional intelligence in leadership and relationships.

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• Checkout the Luzid website - Luzid.app

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A conversation with Andriy, the founder of AllBridge, a cross-chain bridging protocol that uses stable coins.

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Notes from the show

Andriy, the co-founder of AllBridge, discusses his background and transition into the crypto space. He shares the early days of AllBridge and its role in bridging stable coin assets between different chains, particularly on Solana. He explains the architecture of AllBridge and the transition from the common “mint and burn” model to the current liquidity pools.

Andriy also discusses the future plans for AllBridge, including the potential introduction of governance and partnerships with other protocols. He provides insights into the user flow and technical process of bridging, as well as the returns and risks associated with liquidity pools. Lastly, he talks about the integration with Phantom and the role of bridge aggregators in the ecosystem.

The conversation with Andriy from AllBridge focused on the importance of collaboration over competition in the blockchain industry. Andriy emphasized the need to work together with other companies to provide better solutions for users. He shared an example of how AllBridge partnered with Wormhole to offer a more convenient cross-chain solution. Additionally, Andriy discussed the potential for B2B solutions in the future, where protocols can leverage AllBridge’s infrastructure for liquidity transfers. He also highlighted the importance of informed decision-making and transparency in the crypto ecosystem.

Takeaways

• AllBridge is a bridge protocol that facilitates the transfer of assets between different chains, with a focus on stable coins.
• The architecture of AllBridge has evolved from mint and burn models to liquidity pools, which provide a more efficient and user-friendly experience.
• The returns and risks associated with liquidity pools depend on factors such as the amount of liquidity in the pool and the volume of transactions.
• Allbridge is actively exploring partnerships and integrations with other protocols, and there are plans to introduce governance mechanisms in the future.
• The integration with Phantom and the use of a bridge aggregator like Li-Fi have expanded the accessibility and options for users. Collaboration with competitors can lead to better solutions for users.
• B2B solutions for cross-chain protocols could be the future of bridges.
• Informed decision-making is crucial when participating in liquidity pools.
• Transparency and openness are essential for building trust in the crypto ecosystem.

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• Follow Andriy on twitter - @avelykyy
• Checkout the AllBridge website - allbridge.io

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A conversation with Matty, the co-founder of Colosseum and former Head of Growth at the Solana Foundation.

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Notes from the show

In this conversation, Nick and Matty discuss the Solana Global Hackathons and the launch of Colosseum. Matty shares his background in crypto and how he got involved with the Solana ecosystem, starting at Solana Labs and then to Solana Foundation.

They explore the unique structure of the Solana Global Hackathons, which focus on driving long-term sustainable startups in the ecosystem. Matty explains the decision to leave the Solana Foundation and start Colosseum as an independent organization to build a product specifically catered to running hackathons.

Nick and Matty Tay discuss the Colosseum accelerator program and venture fund, which invests in the top teams from the hackathons. Matty covers the terms and requirements for Colosseum funding, including the 7% equity stake and the remote nature of the accelerator program. They also highlight the value of the network and mentors provided by Colosseum. Matty Tay explains the importance of having a

strong idea and a well-structured pitch in order to win a Colosseum hackathon. He also shares tips for creating a compelling submission video. Finally, they discuss their excitement for projects that utilize token extensions and open up new markets in the ecosystem.

Takeaways

• The Solana Global Hackathons are structured to drive long-term sustainable startups in the ecosystem.
  Colosseum was launched as an independent organization to build a product specifically catered to running hackathons.
• The Colosseum accelerator program and venture fund invest in the top teams from the hackathons.
• The Solana Foundation aims to enable other organizations in the ecosystem to take over initiatives and build products. Coliseum offers $250K for 7% equity stake in a remote accelerator program.
• The program provides access to a network of mentors and connections through the Solana Foundation.
• Winning a Coliseum hackathon requires a strong idea, a well-structured pitch, and a demo that showcases the chosen features.
• Submission videos should be concise, under three minutes, and include team background, product description, market potential, traction, and a demo.

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• Follow Matty on twitter - @mattytay
• Visit the Colosseum website - colosseum.org

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