The Rollup Rollup TV: Stabled Up EP 3, YieldBasis Sale, Unchained NewToken
Oct 1, 2025
Joining the discussion are Michael Igorov, a DeFi whiz behind YieldBasis and Curve, and Laura Shin, a prominent crypto journalist and host of Unchained. They dive deep into the massive demand for YieldBasis's token, exploring innovative features like real yield options and community-focused economics. Michael also discusses adapting to Bitcoin's volatility and addressing safety in their rollout. Meanwhile, Laura shares her journey with creator tokens, examining monetization strategies and community feedback, making for a vibrant dialogue that interweaves finance and creativity.
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Concentrated Liquidity Is Reusable
- YieldBasis pools already live concentrate liquidity and can be reused for other FX-style crypto pools beyond Bitcoin.
- Michael views the tech as broadly applicable to currency-denominated stable swaps.
Potential For Massive Stablecoin Demand
- Michael estimates YieldBasis could support tens of billions in CRVUSD demand depending on Bitcoin volatility.
- He cautions it's a possibility, not a certainty, because market dynamics remain unpredictable.
Launch Small, Then Scale Caps
- Start small and test thoroughly before scaling capital caps to avoid operational issues during launch.
- Michael prioritized safety and staged caps to surface and fix unexpected problems early.
