Santiago Santos

Alexander Good, founder of Post Fiat, and Santiago Santos, founder of Inversion, dive into the recent surge of Ethereum and debate where we stand in the volatile market cycle. They discuss the implications of AI on crypto, the concept of a 'super bubble,' and how properties like XRP are evolving as retirement assets. As they explore ICO trends and market dynamics, they ponder whether we’re in an alt season and share strategies for navigating these exciting developments in crypto.

Santiago Santos, a savvy crypto investor and venture capitalist, shares valuable insights into the transformative world of cryptocurrency. He discusses the psychological game of investing, emphasizing emotional resilience and the power of belief in achieving success. The conversation touches on how memes drive adoption, the significance of personal growth, and the evolving landscape of retail investors, particularly in light of Ripple's resurgence. Santiago's perspective links crypto to a broader socioeconomic revolution, making a case for rethinking success beyond mere financial gains.

Santiago Santos joins us to discuss his crypto investment thesis and conviction in Solana's adoption flywheel. Santiago is a prolific investor, co-host of Empire and one of the most respected minds in crypto. In this episode, we discuss Santi's crypto thesis, Solana's incredible flywheel, scarcity vs abundance, if decentralization matters, Santi's favorite investment themes and more!- -(00:00) Introduction(1:19) Why Crypto Matters(4:42) How to Build and Keep Conviction(15:36) Santi’s Solana Thesis(23:30) Scarcity vs Abundance Mindset(36:57) DAS Promo(37:54) Solana vs Ethereum DeFi(42:27) Does Decentralization Actually Matter?(46:29) Predictions and Investment Themes(53:59) Crypto Banks and Coinbase’s Opportunity(58:58) Running and Life Lessons- -Join us at DAS (Digital Asset Summit) in London this March! DAS is the #1 institutional conference in crypto, hosted by Blockworks. Use the link below to learn more, and use LIGHTSPEED10 to get 10% off your ticket! Sign up now because the price goes up every month. See you there!Learn more + get your ticket here: https://blockworks.co/event/digital-asset-summit-2024-london/home- -Follow Santiago: https://twitter.com/santiagoroelFollow Mert: https://twitter.com/0xMert_Follow Garrett: https://twitter.com/GarrettHarper_Follow Lightspeed: https://twitter.com/LightspeedpodhqSubscribe on YouTube: https://bit.ly/43o3SykSubscribe on Apple: https://apple.co/3OhiXgVSubscribe on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3OkF7PDGet top market insights and the latest in crypto news. Subscribe to Blockworks Daily Newsletter: https://blockworks.co/newsletter/ - -ResourcesEmpire podcasthttps://spoti.fi/3vFsYh6The Summit by Santihttps://medium.com/@santiago.rs/the-summit-an-exploration-of-goals-and-values-17a7f782dccdHelius' blog post on Firedancerhttps://www.helius.dev/blog/what-is-firedancer- - Disclaimers:Lightspeed was kickstarted by a grant from the Solana Foundation.Nothing said on Lightspeed is a recommendation to buy or sell securities or tokens. This podcast is for informational purposes only, and any views expressed by anyone on the show are solely our opinions, not financial advice. Mert, Garrett and our guests may hold positions in the companies, funds, or projects discussed.

Santiago Santos, a crypto investor focused on DeFi, and Konstantin Lomashuk, an Ethereum and Solana investor, dive into Solana's growing role in the blockchain landscape. They explore its scalability, the importance of decentralization, and whether it can coexist with Ethereum and other Layer 2 solutions. The duo discusses the challenges of running validators, how to value Solana in comparison to Ethereum, and the influx of developers building on this innovative platform. It's a compelling look at the future of decentralized finance!

Santiago Santos, founder and investor focused on crypto valuation and token design, explains why tokens fail to compound value like equities. He explores commoditization of infrastructure, how L1s capture few fees despite large market caps, and why DeFi apps look undervalued. He maps where crypto-enabled businesses can actually win and what the next wave beyond stablecoins may look like.

Santiago Santos, founder of Inversion and expert in stablecoins and decentralized infrastructure, dives into the future of finance. He argues that stablecoins will revolutionize banking by merging traditional accounts into a programmable solution. Santos discusses how DePIN networks can replace outdated banks at lower costs, while exploring tokenomics and its challenges. The conversation also touches on investment strategies in Latin America and the profound impact of AI on business, urging a shift in how we perceive cryptocurrency.

Amir Haleem, co-founder and CEO of Helium, leads the discussion alongside venture capitalists Santiago Santos and Jason Badeaux. They explore Helium's impressive growth in revenue, driven by its mobile subscriber base. The conversation delves into sustainable business models beyond token sales, the convergence of crypto and traditional finance, and strategies for decentralized infrastructure projects. Insights into user engagement reveal Helium's shift towards prioritizing service delivery and the complexities of blending off-chain and on-chain revenues.

The podcast discusses MyShell.ai, a platform for creating AI experiences, focusing on consumer-facing applications and enhancing daily life. They explore AI evolution, future AI companions, and the role of incentives in the ecosystem. The conversation also covers competition in the AI crypto space, anticipating user needs with AI, and navigating the intersection of AI, crypto, and regulation. Lastly, they touch on blockchain deployment, empowering creators, and integrating AI into crypto projects.

Santiago Santos of Parafi Capital discusses game theory, psychology in crypto, finding fund-returning play, decentralization, governance tokens, investment strategies, token incentives, community engagement, mental health strategies, communication challenges, investing in Aave, game theory, and gratitude in conversation.

In this engaging discussion, Vance Spencer, a partner at Framework Ventures, Santiago Santos from Parafi Capital, and Spencer Noon of Variant Fund, dive deep into the current state of Decentralized Finance (DeFi). They explore innovative protocols like Synthetix and Aave and discuss the transformative potential of DeFi compared to traditional finance. The panel also tackles the evolving relationship with regulators and the rise of stablecoins, as well as the future of Layer 2 solutions in enhancing DeFi experiences.