Behind the Scenes of Solana’s First DAT with DFDV | Parker White
Follow Proof of Coverage Media: https://x.com/Proof_CoverageIn this episode Connor sits down with Parker White, COO & CIO at DeFi Development Corp to discuss the strategies and future plans of DFDV, a pioneer in Solana-based Digital Asset Trusts (DATs). The founders, primarily former Kraken employees, discuss the initial inspiration and rapid development of their company. They delve into the significant advantages of Solana over other asset classes, such as Ethereum and Bitcoin, and emphasize the importance of being a first mover in the market. Key strategies include leveraging capital markets for growth, deploying assets on-chain to generate yield, and potential international expansions. The conversation also explores the market dynamics of DATs, comparing them to ETFs, and underlines a commitment to long-term ecosystem support and growth. The founders assert that the four-year cycle is dead, positing that cryptocurrencies now move in alignment with mega high beta tech stocks, driven by liquidity conditions.Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction00:48 - The Rise of DFDV: From Idea to Public Company04:02 - The Founding Team: Ex-Kraken Knights05:28 - Why Solana?09:03 - The Proliferation of DATs13:42 - Active Management Strategies for Solana20:13 - Reflecting on the Galaxy FTX Estate Deal20:54 - International Treasury Accelerator Program23:20 - Challenges of Mergers and Acquisitions in DATs26:31 - Maintaining MAV Multiples Amid Market Compression29:48 - The Death of the Four-Year Cycle34:34 - Adapting Strategies for Bull and Bear Markets37:41 - Future Plans and Integration in DeFi Disclaimer: The hosts and the firms they represent may hold stakes in the companies mentioned in this podcast. None of this is financial advice.
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The Future of Credit Underwriting On-Chain with Qiro Finance | Akshay Poshatwar & Nishikant Bahalkar
Follow Proof of Coverage Media: https://x.com/Proof_CoverageIn this episode Connor & Mahesh sit down with Akshay Poshatwar & Nishikant Bahalkar, founders of Qiro, to discuss their ground-breaking platform aimed at tackling adverse selection through a unique credit risk underwriting protocol. Akshay shares his journey from the FinTech industry in India, highlighting the potential for global capital access through decentralized finance. Nishikant adds his insights on the evolution of blockchain and DeFi, emphasizing the benefits and challenges in Real World Assets (RWA) lending. The discussion includes how Qiro aims to bridge TradFi and DeFi, offering solutions for different asset classes and the promising future of decentralized infrastructure networks (DePIN). The episode wraps up with a look towards the company's rapid growth and their search for strategic hires, particularly in business development within the U.S. and Europe.Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction 00:46 - Meet the Qiro Team01:53 - Founders' Backgrounds and Journey09:35 - Understanding Qiro's Unique Platform13:30 - Challenges and Innovations in RWA Lending24:36 - DePIN Networks and Future Prospects31:13 - Hiring and Growth at Qiro33:52 - Conclusion and Contact InformationDisclaimer: The hosts and the firms they represent may hold stakes in the companies mentioned in this podcast. None of this is financial advice.
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DePIN Roundtable: October 2025 | Santiago Santos, Jason Badeaux, Mahesh Ramakrishnan, Connor Lovely
Follow Proof of Coverage Media: https://x.com/Proof_CoverageSantiago Santos, Jason Badeaux, Mahesh Ramakrishnan, and Connor Lovely explore the intersection of politics, technology, and the future of energy infrastructure. The conversation begins with reflections on New York politics and the power of authentic storytelling before shifting to the energy crisis, rising electricity prices, and the misalignment of traditional utility models. Jason discusses Daylight’s mission to decentralize energy markets, empowering individuals to participate in energy production and finance through distributed energy resources and tokenized financial products. The hosts draw parallels between marathon running and long-term commitment, contrasting this with modern shortcut culture, while examining how AI, electric vehicles, and DeFi are reshaping energy demand and financing. The episode offers insightful commentary on innovation, capital markets, and the future of sustainable power.Timestamps:00:00 - Introduction01:45 - New York City Challenges02:30 - The American Dream Debate04:55 - New York Marathon07:51 - DePIN and Daylight Announcement08:25 - Electricity Pricing Issues11:01 - Infrastructure Challenges12:36 - Market Dynamics and Demand Growth13:53 - Daylight App Features15:32 - Distributed Energy Resources17:42 - Future of Energy Prices19:22 - Australia's Solar Market Success22:55 - Customer Uptake and Market Expansion25:46 - Tokenized Yield Products27:43 - Capital Market Dynamics29:27 - Duration Risk Management31:09 - Quality of Underwriting in Solar Loans33:38 - Daylight Pitch to Traditional Allocators35:09 - Market Size and Opportunities40:45 - Potential Collaboration with Base Power47:23 - Challenges and Risks in the Token Market50:44 - Speculative Capital & Revenue54:08 - Helium's Market Position and Comparisons56:35 - On-Chain Revenue and Governance DynamicsDisclaimer: The hosts and the firms they represent may hold stakes in the companies mentioned in this podcast. None of this is financial advice.
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(Real World) Data is the New Oil with 375ai | Harry Dewhirst
Follow Proof of Coverage Media: https://x.com/Proof_CoverageConnor talks with Harry Dewhirst about 375ai’s recent $10 million raise led by Delphi and Strobe, and their upcoming Token Generation Event (TGE) featuring the EAT token. They explore 375ai’s cutting-edge hardware — the 375edge mini data center and 375go mobile app with over 250,000 users — and discuss how the company’s buy-and-burn model, partnerships, and expansion plans are driving growth. Connor and Harry also touch on new devices like the 375street and Vault, and 375ai’s role within the DePIN and Solana ecosystems, showcasing how it’s reshaping the future of decentralized data.Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction01:09 - Motivation Behind the Recent Fundraise02:36 - Overview of Supply Side Devices03:48 - Details on 375edge and 375go08:28 - Deployment Strategy for 375edge10:37 - Exploring Fractals and Crowdfunding Options12:21 - Future Hardware: 375street and Vault15:04 - Demand Side Use Cases and Partnerships17:34 - Token Economy and Value Accrual18:51 - Building on Solana and Community Support20:28 - Closing Thoughts and Future OutlookDisclaimer: The hosts and the firms they represent may hold stakes in the companies mentioned in this podcast. None of this is financial advice.
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Daylight Raises $75M to Build Decentralized Energy | Jason Badeaux
Follow Proof of Coverage Media: https://x.com/Proof_CoverageDaylight is redefining the energy and crypto landscape with a $75 million raise — including $15M in equity led by Framework Ventures and $60M in project finance from Turtle Hole Capital. Discover how Daylight is merging clean energy, DeFi, and stablecoins to unlock new yield opportunities and scale solar + battery infrastructure across the U.S.Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction03:35 - Overview of the Total Raise and $60 Million Debt Vehicle06:08 - Flow of Funds and Revenue Generation08:11 - Homeowner Perspective on Daylight Subscriptions09:22 - Introduction to Daylight's DeFi Protocol10:37 - Yield Opportunities in DeFi12:01 - Stablecoin Utilization and Revenue Flow12:43 - Timeline for DeFi Launch13:05 - Confidence in Revenue Models and Market Performance14:10 - Geographic Expansion Strategy15:43 - Impact of AI Infrastructure on Energy Demand16:46 - Future Plans for Token and Blockchain Deployment18:39 - Community Involvement and Contribution Opportunities20:42 - Closing Remarks and Future OutlookDisclaimer: The hosts and the firms they represent may hold stakes in the companies mentioned in this podcast. None of this is financial advice.
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