
About this episode
In the first roundup episode of roundup Rex and Jon dive into the recent stress test of Celestia by Eclipse launch and its implications for data availability layers. They also examine Solana's DEX volume surpassing Ethereum and debate the significance of various blockchain metrics. The conversation shifts to the potential of ZKVMs to revolutionize blockchain architecture, followed by an analysis of Movement's testnet launch and its community-building approach. Close out by discussing the California DMV's blockchain integration and its potential impact on real-world adoption. Thanks for tuning in!
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Timestamps:
(00:00) Introduction
(01:36) Eclipse DA Stress Testing Celestia
(07:48) Rise of Alt VMs
(11:04) Permissionless III Ad
(12:36) End Game of zkVMs
(14:59) Movement VM Testnet
(18:52) Developer Incentives
(20:08) Solana DEX Volume Flips Ethereum
(27:17) Avalanche & California DMV Integration
(34:18) Nomada Token Launch Controversy
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Expansion was kickstarted by a grant from the Celestia Foundation.
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