The Scoop

Stani Kulechov is the founder and CEO of Avara — the software development company behind some of web3's biggest projects, including Aave and Lens.

In this episode, Kulechov gives an overview of the modular architecture underpinning the recently announced Lens Network and explains how a modular design is essential to helping Web3 social applications scale.

OUTLINE
00:00 Introduction
02:00 Onchain Media
03:40 Lens Scaling Research
07:17 Security Considerations
09:42 Lens Network Architecture
12:58 Tech Stack Considerations
18:42 Web3 Social App Developers
20:36 Lens Network Migration
22:52 Developments in Web3 Social
26:36 Web2 vs. Web3
29:15 Closing Thoughts

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Show Notes

Stani Kulechov is the founder and CEO of Avara — the software development company behind some of web3's biggest projects, including Aave and Lens.


In this episode, Kulechov gives an overview of the modular architecture underpinning the recently announced Lens Network and explains how a modular design is essential to helping Web3 social applications scale.


OUTLINE

00:00 Introduction

02:00 Onchain Media

03:40 Lens Scaling Research

07:17 Security Considerations

09:42 Lens Network Architecture

12:58 Tech Stack Considerations

18:42 Web3 Social App Developers

20:36 Lens Network Migration

22:52 Developments in Web3 Social

26:36 Web2 vs. Web3

29:15 Closing Thoughts


This episode is brought to you by our sponsor Polkadot

Polkadot is the blockspace ecosystem for boundless innovation. To discover more head to polkadot.network


The Block Community

The Block is launching a new community experience for fans of The Scoop! Follow us on Lens to stay in the loop: hey.xyz/u/theblockcommunity


The Block Newsletters

The Block's newsletters bring you the latest news and analysis of the fast-moving crypto and DeFi markets. To subscribe, visit theblock.co/newsletters

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Welcome to The Scoop, The Block's flagship podcast covering finance and technology industries through unmatched interviews with top thought leaders, cultural icons and industry veterans. The Block’s Frank Chaparro hosts new guests every week, diving into breaking news and topics ranging from NFTs, to the impact of DeFi on Wall Street, to Bitcoin's role in the economy and beyond.