Show Notes
Imagine a world where blockchain platforms can be fast, secure, and scalable all at once. Sounds too good to be true? Welcome to the Blockchain Trilemma, the ultimate tradeoff that’s long challenged developers and users alike. In this episode, we’re diving straight into the strategic drivers and decisions that have shaped two of the most popular blockchain networks: Ethereum and Solana.
Join us as we weigh the pros and cons of each network, explore the underlying strategies and communities, and discuss the wins, frustrations, and recent developments that continue to shape the future of blockchain.
Episode Topics:
[0:00] Intro
[1:36] Biweekly News Roundup
[8:50] The Blockchain Trilemma
[11:20] Pros, Cons & Everything In-between
[20:58 Network Strategies & Culture
[28:24] What’s on the Horizon?
[30:16] Outro
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Chapters
- (00:00:00) - Intro
- (00:01:36) - Biweekly News Roundup
- (00:08:50) - The Blockchain Trilemma
- (00:11:20) - Pros, Cons & Everything In-between
- (00:20:58) - Network Strategies & Culture
- (00:28:24) - What’s on the Horizon?
- (00:30:16) - Outro
