The Modular Integration Spectrum | Keone & Zon
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In this episode, Keone from Monad and Zon from Initia to discuss the spectrum between modular and integrated blockchain designs. They explore the tradeoffs in decentralization, performance and scalability between the two approaches. They explore AppChains, rollups, composability challenges in modular systems, EVM compatibility, and when to scale blockchains horizontally vs vertically. To close out Keone and Zon also share valuable insights on building Web3 communities organically. Thanks for tuning in!

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Timestamps:

(00:00) Introduction

(03:01) Modular vs Integrated

(11:24) Who are Appchains for?

(28:35) Composability in Modular World

(35:52) Monad's Endgame

(39:24) Importance of Decentralization

(47:42) Building Web3 Community

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