Expansion

Mar 07 2025 57 ep. 62 mins 15
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The podcast on Modular. Exploring a refreshed vision for building in crypto.

Expansion is a podcast exploring the intersection of modular blockchain design and abundant blockspace.

We’ll bring on the leading voices from the modular ecosystem to discuss blockchain design, specialization, applications, and the possibilities that cheap, secure blockspace unlocks.

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