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Austin Federa

When it comes to blockchain, the thing people talk about most — the price — is actually the least interesting part. Crypto conversations are too often about who’s up and who’s down, what to buy and what to sell, and today’s drama on Twitter. Most conversations about crypto miss how it’s going to change ... everything.

On VALIDATED, we’ll be talking to the people who are rethinking the internet — and our world. No hype cycles. No financial advice. Just conversations on the biggest ideas shaping the future of the internet.

Web3 is complicated, but never boring.

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  • #83
    Jun 18, 2025 · 51 min

    What Makes Jupiter the Most Web 2 Team in Web3 (in a Good Way) w/ Kash Dhanda

    In this episode, Kash Dhanda of Jupiter shares his crypto career journey and his unique role blending content creation with product strategy. He delves into Jupiter's unconventional organizational structure, explaining how it fuels their rapid product development and acquisition strategy. Kash highlights the reasoning behind key initiatives such as the Drip House acquisition and Jupiter Lend, underscoring their commitment to long-term growth. The conversation also addresses the challenges of ser

  • Jun 3, 2025 · 1 hr 6 min

    A Decade on the Frontlines of Crypto Policy w/ Peter Van Valkenburgh

    In this episode, Austin and Peter Van Valkenburgh Coin Center's mission and the critical role of educating policymakers. The discussion spans over Coin Center's inception, its efforts in shaping sound crypto regulations, and its battles against adverse policies. Peter sheds light on Coin Center's ongoing lawsuits, the implications of recent DOJ guidance, and the controversy surrounding meme coins in American politics. Peter also provides insights into future challenges and opportunities in crypt

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