Institutional Capital and the Next Phase of On-Chain Finance with Andy Kangpan of Metalayer
In this episode, Andy Kangpan, Partner at Metalayer, discusses how institutional capital is shaping the next phase of on‑chain finance, emphasizing the need for robust, regulated‑grade infrastructure. He explains Metalayer’s investment thesis, focusing on seed and early‑stage companies that bridge blockchain technology with traditional financial services, and shares insights from his tenure at Two Sigma on blending venture and liquid crypto strategies. Kangpan highlights the importance of disciplined portfolio construction and long‑term value creation to attract institutional players, and outlines the emerging opportunities in on‑chain asset management and market making.
How ETFs Inform the Next Phase of Tokenized Finance with Janus Henderson
In this episode, Nick Cherney, Head of Innovation at Janus Henderson, discusses how ETFs serve as a blueprint for the next wave of tokenized finance, highlighting the practical benefits of on-chain infrastructure for both DeFi-native demand and traditional investment products....
Building the Oracle Layer for Tokenized Finance with Niklas Kunkel of Chronicle Labs
In this episode, Niklas Kunkel, founder and CEO of Chronicle Labs, explains how robust oracle infrastructure is essential for tokenized finance, linking off‑chain market data to on‑chain protocols with institutional‑grade security and transparency. He recounts his role in designing the...