When Shift Happens Podcast

Jeff is the Founder of Hyperliquid Labs, the company behind Hyperliquid, a decentralized perpetual exchange offering best-in-class speed, liquidity, and pricing for crypto traders. Hyperliquid is also one of the most awaited Layer 1s launches and aspires to become the "Amazon Web Services of Liquidity". The protocol is setting a new standard in DeFi by prioritizing users and rejecting traditional VC funding structures. In this episode, we explore: -Who is Jeff? His journey to Hyperliquid Labs -Building DeFi for users, not VCs -The importance of real user experience in crypto -How Hyperliquid Labs is redefining finance -Why traditional funding models hurt DeFi platforms -The role of community in building success -Lessons from trading and finance -How Hyperliquid Labs enables true innovation in crypto -The future of decentralized finance

And much more! If you're interested in the future of crypto and DeFi built with a user-first approach, this episode is a must-watch! __________________________________ FOLLOW JEFF YAN • Twitter: https://x.com/chameleon_jeff • Website: https://app.hyperliquid.xyz/trade FOLLOW HYPERLIQUID LABS • Twitter: https://x.com/hyperliquidx • Website: https://hyperliquid.xyz/ FOLLOW KEVIN & WHEN SHIFT HAPPENS👇 Twitter (X): https://x.com/KevinWSHPod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kevinwshpod/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kevinfollonier_ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevinfollonier/ Website: https://www.podpage.com/when-shift-happens/ __________________________________ DISCLAIMER The info contained herein is for informational purposes only. Nothing herein shall be construed to be financial, legal, or tax advice. The content of this video is solely the opinions of the speakers who are not a licensed financial advisor or registered investment advisor. Trading cryptocurrencies poses considerable risk of loss. The speakers do not guarantee any particular outcome. #Entrepreneurship #Crypto #news __________________________________ 0:00 Trailer 1:27 Please Subscribe 1:49 Our Valued Sponsors 2:25 Hyperliquid Labs Unique Finance Vision 5:32 From Scripts to Hyperliquid Labs 9:55 Improving DeFi User Experience 12:12 Crypto Speculation vs. Value 14:02 Autism and Trauma in Crypto Founders 16:29 Quant Trading to Impact 19:26 Hyperliquid Labs Unique Value Proposition 21:58 Building vs. Exploring 23:25 The Value of Struggle 26:34 Crypto World Fascination 30:37 DVIN Labs 31:00 From Profit to Purpose 33:40 What is Hyperliquid Labs? 36:02 Community-Driven Crypto Innovation 42:43 The Scam Token Dilemma 46:59 Rewarding Real Innovation 50:36 Innovating Crypto Infrastructure 55:40 Builder Codes Explained 59:09 Localized Solutions in Crypto 1:02:17 Hyperliquid Labs Role in Cryptos Future 1:05:19 Non-Consensus Beliefs 1:07:00 Taking Things Less Personally

Joe McCann is the Founder, CEO & CIO of Asymmetric, 2023’s top performing Hedge Fund globally. Joe is an early Solana investor and is most known his ‘Depression or Memecoins to $1 Trillion’ thesis. In this episode, we explore: - Who is Joe McCann? - Autism and Trauma in Crypto Founders - Why Self-Reflection Matters - Importance of being Skeptical - Risk Management and Exit Plans - Macro Trends Driving Crypto - Secrets to Thriving in Crypto - Embracing the Pain of Trading - Maximizing meme coin returns - Crypto as Alternative Finance - Biggest Prediction Next 12 Months And much more! __________________________________ FOLLOW JOE MCCANN • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/likebutforserious/ • Twitter: https://x.com/joemccann • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amazing-opportunity/ FOLLOW KEVIN & WHEN SHIFT HAPPENS👇 Twitter (X): https://x.com/KevinWSHPod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kevinwshpod/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kevinfollonier_ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevinfollonier/ Website: https://www.podpage.com/when-shift-happens/ __________________________________ PARTNERS 🚀 Jupiter is the most used Decentralized Exchange in Crypto and the largest DEX by volume on Solana. https://jup.ag/ 💧Sui is a first-of-its-kind Layer 1 blockchain and smart contract platform designed to make digital asset ownership fast, private, secure, and accessible. https://sui.io/ 🤖 SwissBorg is Europe’s top trusted crypto app offering user-centric investment platforms and DeFi asset management with reliability and innovation. Sign up with this link and earn up to €100 : https://join.swissborg.com/r/kevinH6E7 ♾ Coinsilium provides vital funding and expert advice to Web3 and AI-powered early-stage technology companies. https://www.coinsilium.com 🍷 Dvin is building the operating system for the $100 billion wine industry. https://www.dvinlabs.com/ __________________________________ DISCLAIMER The info contained herein is for informational purposes only. Nothing herein shall be construed to be financial, legal, or tax advice. The content of this video is solely the opinions of the speakers who are not a licensed financial advisor or registered investment advisor. Trading cryptocurrencies poses considerable risk of loss. The speakers do not guarantee any particular outcome. #Entrepreneurship #Crypto #newsupdates __________________________________ 0:00 Intro 1:34 Please Subscribe 1:56 Our Valued Sponsors 2:31 From Emails to Exotic Cars 6:25 Who is Joe McCann? 8:46 Autism and Trauma in Crypto Founders 11:25 Taking Care of your Mind 13:44 Journey Through Chronic Insomnia 19:41 Chaos Vs Volatility 20:33 Influence of Nassim Taleb 21:48 Crypto as Alternative Finance 27:54 Why Self-Reflection Matters 32:10 DVIN Partnership 32:34 Consistency Over Trend Chasing 37:24 Seeing Opportunities in Crisis 42:57 Risk Management and Exit Plans 44:38 Macro Trends Driving Crypto 50:38 Crypto Chaos and Financial Nihilism 54:17 Maximizing Hedge Fund Returns 58:21 Understanding Market Incentives 1:04:08 Secrets to Thriving in Crypto 1:04:24 Having Skin in the Game 1:09:27 Blowing Up, Twice 1:15:07 Mastering your Emotions 1:18:53 Understanding Loss Aversion 1:24:38 Embracing the Pain of Trading 1:27:09 Importance of being Skeptical 1:31:10 Flawed Medical System 1:36:50 Biggest Prediction Next 12 Months

Jesse Pollak is the creator of Base, Coinbase's ethereum layer 2 network offering a secure, low-cost way for anyone to build decentralized apps onchain. He is also the Lead at Coinbase Wallet and a member of the Coinbase Exec Team. In this conversation, Jesse shares his deeply personal journey of building Base, from the intense pressure of early ideation to the physical and emotional toll of its launch. He opens up about almost quitting, losing 20 pounds from stress, and how his wife's intervention helped him through the darkest moments. Beyond the struggles, Jesse discusses his ambitious vision for an onchain future, predicting that "everything will be onchain in 5 years." From his unique background in Quaker schools to his unconventional problem-solving methods, Jesse offers rare insights into what it takes to build a platform that could transform how billions of people interact with the digital world. In this episode, we explore: - Jesse’s mind and struggles - What gave him a big chip on the shoulder - How hard the beginning of Base was on a personal level - Why the most successful products in crypto DO NOT have a token - The Coinbase’s centralization Paradox - How Jesse built the leading Ethereum Layer 2 in the crypto space. - Why Jesse owns a Cryptopunk - What it takes to be a successful founder in crypto __________________________________ FOLLOW JESSE POLLAK • Twitter: https://x.com/jessepollak • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessepollak/ • Website: https://jesse.xyz/ • Base Twitter: https://x.com/base • Coinbase Twitter: https://x.com/coinbase FOLLOW KEVIN & WHEN SHIFT HAPPENS👇 Twitter (X): https://x.com/KevinWSHPod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kevinwshpod/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kevinfollonier_ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevinfollonier/ Website: https://www.podpage.com/when-shift-happens/ __________________________________ PARTNERS 🚀 Jupiter is the most used Decentralized Exchange in Crypto and the largest DEX by volume on Solana. https://jup.ag/ 🤖 SwissBorg is Europe’s top trusted crypto app offering user-centric investment platforms and DeFi asset management with reliability and innovation. Sign up with this link and earn up to €100 : https://join.swissborg.com/r/kevinH6E7 ♾ Coinsilium provides vital funding and expert advice to Web3 and AI-powered early-stage technology companies. https://www.coinsilium.com 🍷 Dvin is building the operating system for the $100 billion wine industry. https://www.dvinlabs.com/ __________________________________ DISCLAIMER The info contained herein is for informational purposes only. Nothing herein shall be construed to be financial, legal, or tax advice. The content of this video is solely the opinions of the speakers who are not a licensed financial advisor or registered investment advisor. Trading cryptocurrencies poses considerable risk of loss. The speakers do not guarantee any particular outcome. __________________________________ 0:00 Introduction 1:33 Please Subscribe 1:54 Our Valued Sponsors 2:11 Driving Coinbase's On-Chain Evolution 6:18 Who is Jesse Pollak 7:45 Mission for Innovation and Freedom 9:42 Successful Crypto Founder Traits 13:55 Technical vs. Management Skills 17:34 Crypto Punk Identity 20:34 Starting a New Chapter 25:03 Crypto Currency Fascination 29:52 What is Base 32:02 DVIN Partnership 32:25 Launching Base 36:29 Coinbase's Centralization Paradox 42:22 Criticism of the Base Ecosystem 45:21 Building Real Value at Base 48:46 Prioritizing Product Over Tokens 56:19 3 Questions to Mainstream Crypto 57:33 How is Crypto Good for Humanity 59:00 How does Crypto Benefit my Mother 1:01:16 How do I Use Crypto 1:02:20 Optimism Within Crypto 1:04:48 Access in the Crypto World 1:06:45 Emotional Resilience in Crypto 1:09:40 Pressure of an Entrepreneur 1:15:46 Feeling of Giving Up 1:19:11 Passion for Writing and Photography 1:22:49 Non-Consensus Beliefs 1:24:30 Predictions for the Next 12 Months

Hunter Horsley is the Co-Founder and CEO of Bitwise, one of the leading crypto asset managers, which strives to help institutions and individuals invest confidently in the rapidly evolving crypto space. In this insightful conversation, Hunter shares his journey from working at Facebook to co-founding Bitwise, and the lessons he's learned along the way. He delves into the importance of blockchain technology, apolitical money, and applications, as well as the challenges and opportunities facing the crypto industry today. We also discuss how his background in history and business has shaped his understanding of blockchain's potential to reshape human organization and digital trust. In this episode, we explore: - What Is Bitwise? - The Role of Banks in Crypto's Future - The Inevitability of Blockchain - The History of Business in America - What Steve Jobs Taught Us - Leaving Facebook for Crypto - Cryptos Communication Problem - Self-Driving Cars and the Future - 3 Questions for Crypto to Become Mainstream - Predictions for the next 12 months in crypto __________________________________ PARTNERS 🚀 Jupiter is the most used Decentralized Exchange in Crypto and the largest DEX by volume on Solana. https://jup.ag/ 🤖 SwissBorg is Europe’s top trusted crypto app offering user-centric investment platforms and DeFi asset management with reliability and innovation. Sign up with this link and earn up to €100 : https://join.swissborg.com/r/kevinH6E7 ♾ Coinsilium provides vital funding and expert advice to Web3 and AI-powered early-stage technology companies. https://www.coinsilium.com 🍷 Dvin is building the operating system for the $100 billion wine industry. https://www.dvinlabs.com/ __________________________________ FOLLOW HUNTER • Twitter: https://x.com/hhorsley • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hunter-horsley-11512721 FOLLOW BITWISE • Twitter: https://x.com/BitwiseInvest • Website: bitwiseinvestments.com FOLLOW KEVIN & WHEN SHIFT HAPPENS👇 Twitter (X): https://x.com/KevinWSHPod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kevinwshpod/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kevinfollonier_ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevinfollonier/ Website: https://www.podpage.com/when-shift-happens/ __________________________________ DISCLAIMER The info contained herein is for informational purposes only. Nothing herein shall be construed to be financial, legal, or tax advice. The content of this video is solely the opinions of the speakers who are not a licensed financial advisor or registered investment advisor. Trading cryptocurrencies poses considerable risk of loss. The speakers do not guarantee any particular outcome. __________________________________ 0:00 Introduction 1:24 Our Valued Sponsors 2:02 Meet Hunter Horsley 2:41 Bitwise's Stewardship Mission 3:47 Diverse Blockchain Perspectives 05:58 Becoming a Good Steward 07:19 What Steve Jobs Taught Us 07:43 Apolitical Money and Applications 08:40 Evolution of Human Organization 12:22 Digital Organization Limits 13:30 The Inevitability of Blockchain 16:38 Leaving Facebook for Crypto 22:17 Why Tech Thrives in SF 27:44 What Motivates Hunter Horsley 30:42 Facebook's Mission 32:26 Bitwise's Approach to Clients 33:29 DVIN Labs Partnership 33:52 Why Crypto Feels Unpopular 37:42 Crypto's Communication Problem 39:48 Solana's Communication Shift 42:03 Self-Driving Cars and the Future 43:24 Bitcoin's Lost Voices 46:34 Three Questions for Crypto to Become Mainstream 47:05 What’s Crypto’s Societal Benefit? 48:22 How Can This Help my Mother? 52:27 Bitwise and Pudgy Penguins 01:01:56 What Is Bitwise? 01:03:42 Bridging Crypto and Institutions 01:11:07 ETFs Transforming the Industry 01:14:42 Bitcoin ETF Adoption by Institutions 01:23:50 Institutional Shift to Bitcoin 01:25:22 Prediction for the Next 12 Months 01:26:13 The Role of Banks in Crypto's Future 01:29:46 Dealing with Heavy Frustration 01:34:02 Will Another Major Blowup Happen? 01:37:36 Message to Crypto Community ​​