Web3 with Sam Kamani

In this episode, I sit down with Adam Liposky, founder of Canopy Network, to dive into the next evolution of Web3 infrastructure — application-specific blockchains. We explore how Canopy is turning complex, costly L1 development into something anyone can launch in minutes. Adam shares how AI is changing developer workflows, what real value capture looks like in Web3, and why the future belongs to fast-moving, focused builders. Whether you're a founder, dev, or investor, this conversation breaks down what’s really needed to scale Web3.

⏱️ Key Takeaways with Timestamps
(00:00) - Intro to Adam Liposky and Canopy’s mission

(02:48) - How Adam got into crypto via VC and gaming

(05:23) - What Canopy solves: Fast, secure app chain deployment

(07:18) - The real pain point: Complexity of building in Web3

(09:56) - How AI and language agnostic design speed up dev

(11:26) - Why games love Canopy’s flexible and upgradable chains

(13:56) - Devs care about value capture, not just building

(16:34) - Canopy’s win-win model using restaked security

(18:11) - Fragmentation vs interoperability: Canopy’s solution

(20:59) - Progressive decentralization: Start fast, grow safely

(21:08) - What devs love most: Speed and iteration

(23:07) - VC appetite for L1s is down, but utility is up

(28:14) - Projects to watch: Why Canopy stays focused

(30:23) - Adam’s advice: Focus on customers, not hype

(31:10) - If he could restart: Get dev feedback earlier

(33:17) - Go-to-market: Solo devs, indie hackers, launchpad

(36:37) - Spending wisely: Team first, marketing second

(39:50) - Biggest challenge: Finding and keeping great people

(41:09) - Biggest ask: Join Canopy’s beta and launch your chain

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Nothing mentioned in this podcast is investment advice and please do your own research

🎙️Episode Description:
Crypto still feels clunky. UX is broken. But Joan from Openfort is on a mission to fix that.
In this episode, we dive into the wild world of wallet abstraction—how it can unlock mass adoption, the biggest mistakes dev teams make when integrating wallets, and why stablecoins and privacy are the future of fintech. Joan also shares the real story behind building Openfort, how AI is changing the dev workflow, and what their 2026 roadmap looks like.
Whether you're building a DeFi app, Web3 game, or a fintech tool, this episode is packed with real, actionable insights.

🧠 Key Learnings & Timestamps:
[00:01:10] Joan’s journey: from VC to Web3 product builder

[00:03:00] Why crypto UX is still broken

[00:04:30] Wallet abstraction and why it matters

[00:06:20] Real reason people will adopt crypto: Utility > UX

[00:08:10] Common wallet integration mistakes devs make

[00:10:00] How to avoid vendor lock-in and make smarter infra choices

[00:11:30] Why developers are building faster with AI

[00:12:30] What dev workflows will look like in 2026

[00:14:00] Openfort’s growth playbook: 50+ B2B clients and counting

[00:15:00] Open-source monetization model explained

[00:17:00] The 2026 vision: From infra to fintech workflows

[00:19:00] Lessons learned from 3 years of building Openfort

[00:21:00] Why privacy is the next wallet meta

[00:25:00] Building infra in a fast-changing space

[00:28:00] Trends Joan sees dominating 2026: stablecoins + privacy

[00:30:00] How Openfort spends its capital post-seed

[00:34:00] Roadmap sneak peek: OTP onboarding + server wallets

[00:35:00] Openfort is hiring and looking for privacy design partners

Connect with Openfort⁠
⁠Connect with Joan⁠ Alavedra
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In this episode, I sit down with Daniel Marin, co‑founder of Nexus.xyz, the next‑generation Layer‑1 blockchain built for financial applications. We dig into why the future of blockchains may not be general purpose, but specialized and verifiable. Daniel breaks down how Nexus uses CK proofs, dual‑core architecture, and native APIs to bring Web‑2 finance experiences on‑chain. We talk about algorithmic trading, prediction markets, sustainable revenue models, ecosystem incentives, and what the market needs to scale in 2026 and beyond. If you’re curious about where blockchain infrastructure and financial products are headed, this is a must‑listen.
00:01:30 – Daniel’s path into crypto and Nexus’s origin.

00:02:45 – What verifiable finance really means for a Layer‑1.

00:04:00 – Why traditional Web3 chains fail at Web‑2‑like financial UX.

00:06:30 – The case for specialization over general purpose chains.

00:08:00 – Nexus’s dual‑core architecture: benefits & trade‑offs.

00:11:45 – Best‑suited applications: algorithmic trading & native APIs.

00:14:30 – How CK proofs enable scalability & verifiability.

00:16:30 – Revenue capture: why Nexus prioritizes business sustainability.

00:18:30 – Balancing developer incentives and protocol economics.

00:21:45 – Exciting innovations: tokenized prediction markets & composability.

00:23:30 – Other projects worth watching (Hyperliquid, Lighter, Tempo, stablecoin builders).

00:26:00 – Nexus’s 2026 roadmap: mainnet + perpetual exchange launch.

00:27:45 – Lessons learned: move fast, stay adaptive.

00:30:00 – Community ask: engage with the Nexus ecosystem.

Connect with Nexus and Daniel here

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Forget speculation, what if DeFi could be the safest place to save?
In this episode, I chat with Manny and Jamie, the founders of Blend, a DeFi savings platform focused on long-term wealth preservation and capital protection. They bring serious credentials, having worked on major crypto infrastructure like UMA and Across—and now they’re building what they call the “global savings layer” for everyone, regardless of passport or currency.
We dive deep into why DeFi's next big leap isn't about trading or yield farming, but offering real, safe financial tools to a global user base. From personalized FX hedging to cookie-jar level account isolation, Blend is rethinking everything about on-chain finance—and making it accessible even to your non-crypto friends.
Whether you’re a DeFi power user or just getting started, this episode will expand your view of what’s possible in crypto today.
🧠 Key Learnings:
[00:04:00] Jamie's entry into crypto via Bitcoin and building complex systems at Risk Labs.

[00:06:00] Why Blend isn’t a yield platform—it’s a savings-first platform.

[00:08:00] How Blend builds capital safety into every decision—from Gnosis Safes to FX hedging.

[00:14:00] Live demo of Blend’s intuitive app: savings, swaps, and yield in one place.

[00:17:00] Personalized FX protection explained—and why it's a game-changer for emerging markets.

[00:22:00] Their bold North Star: 1 million users, $10,000 average deposit each.

[00:30:00] The future of local stablecoins and how Blend plans to support them.

[00:35:00] How they’re building trust in a low-trust industry (7 audits help too).

[00:41:00] What’s next: localized experiences, mobile apps, and tokenized real-world assets.

Connect with Blend
Website: https://blend.money/ 
Discord: https://discord.com/invite/kwAhFnFz 
X/Twitter: https://x.com/blend_money 
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🎙️ Episode Description
What happens when traditional finance meets cutting-edge crypto? In this episode, I chat with Sidrah Farik from Deribit and Augustine Fan from SignalPlus to explore how crypto options are evolving—and why institutional players are diving in headfirst.
We unpack the macro forces shaping the space, the slow but steady drop in volatility, and what that means for both retail and institutional traders. You'll also hear how education, infrastructure, and partnerships are creating the rails for the next wave of crypto adoption.
This is a deep dive into how options are no longer niche and why 2026 might be the breakout year for crypto derivatives.
⏱️ Key Learnings with Timestamps
[00:01:30] Sidrah's journey from digital marketing to leading retail at Deribit

[00:02:50] Augustine’s path from Goldman Sachs to building SignalPlus

[00:05:00] Institutional adoption post-ETF and falling crypto volatility

[00:08:00] Why crypto options are maturing and how traders are evolving

[00:10:30] ROI from educational initiatives like podcasts and competitions

[00:15:00] Importance of reliable infrastructure and trust in crypto platforms

[00:18:00] Institutional barriers and how Deribit addresses them

[00:22:00] Complex strategies: How hedge funds are using options

[00:24:00] Regional trends: US hours dominate as macro correlation grows

[00:29:30] Regulation as a growth unlock, especially in India and Europe

[00:32:00] Deribit’s north star metrics: retention and meaningful trading volume

[00:34:00] The macro trend to watch for 2026: interest rate cuts

[00:36:00] The ask: partnerships, adoption, and education at scale

Connect
https://www.deribit.com/
https://www.signalplus.com/ 
https://www.linkedin.com/in/sidrahfariq/ 
https://www.linkedin.com/in/augustine-fan-9a4802141/ 
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