In this episode of the Crypto 101 podcast, host Bryce Paul and co-host Brendan Viehman welcome Michael Kaplan from Avalanche to discuss the recent launch of Avalanche 9000, a significant upgrade aimed at enhancing the blockchain's capabilities. Michael shares his journey in the blockchain space, the importance of customizability and scalability in blockchain technology, and the diverse applications of Avalanche. The conversation also touches on the economic implications of launching Layer 1 chains, the incentives for developers through the Retro 9000 program, and predictions for the future of the blockchain industry.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Avalanche 9000

02:58 Michael Kaplan's Journey in Blockchain

05:54 The Future of Blockchain Technology

09:07 Avalanche 9000 Upgrade Overview

12:02 Diverse Applications of Avalanche

14:46 Customizability and Scalability of L1 Chains

18:08 Economic Implications of Launching L1s

21:07 Understanding the Name 'Avalanche 9000'

24:05 Incentives for Developers with Retro 9000

27:07 Industry Insights and Predictions

30:08 Looking Ahead: The Future of Avalanche

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