The Protocol
The Protocol
CoinDesk
Dive deep into the blockchain realm with The Protocol Podcast, where we unravel the intricate technologies powering cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin and Ethereum. Join us on a journey through the labyrinthine layers of blockchain innovation, as tech-savvy developers sculpt the future of finance and the decentralized web. Led by CoinDesk's adept journalists, we dissect the freshest news and project revelations, demystifying the mechanics and significance of it all for those hungry to grasp the inner workings of this dynamic and rapidly evolving industry.Meet your hosts: Brad Keoun, Sam Kessler, and Margaux Nijkerk…and tune in, techies!
Token Allocations, Airdrops, and Data Availability
An examination of Starknet's latest moves, layer 3 networks are ready to go ‘live’ and how a student's research paper turned into $345M.
Nov 2, 2023
25 min
Deciphering New Developments | Polygon’s Evolution and Ethereum’s Safeguard
Insights into Polygon's transition to version 2.0 and the debut of the "pole" token. Also, a shift towards decentralization and governance is a significant stride in bolstering trust and credibility among the broader blockchain community.
Oct 26, 2023
23 min
Exploring Scroll's Layer 2 Solution, Ethereum Staking, and Stellar's Smart Contract Evolution
The competition among DeFi networks is fierce, with Scroll currently holding the 23rd spot in the rankings. Meanwhile, the Ethereum validator queue has seen a significant reduction in wait times for staking and rewards, and an 'OG of Blockchains' has recently accomplished a nine-year-old project.
Oct 19, 2023
29 min
Exploring Crypto's Role in Times of Conflict | Israel's Crypto Scene, Smart Contracts Under BitVM, and More
Covering the influence of conflict on Israel's crypto sector, the evolution of smart contracts on Bitcoin, and a comprehensive examination of the ethical, technical, and legal intricacies that define the crypto landscape, notably in the aftermath of the FTX collapse as witnessed in Sam Bankman-Fried's trial in New York City.
Oct 12, 2023
30 min
Ethereum's Overcrowding & Optimistic Fault Proofs Unveiled
The inaugural episode of CoinDesk's tech-focused podcast examines Bitcoin, Ethereum, and the intricate ecosystem of blockchain "layers" currently under rapid development by software engineers.
Oct 5, 2023
23 min
Welcome to the Protocol Podcast - Trailer
Founding editor of The Protocol Newsletter Brad Keoun is joined by tech journalists Sam Kessler and Margaux Nijkerk to walk you through the latest news and developments of the incredibly fast-moving space of the blockchain realm.
Sep 28, 2023
2 min