Welcome to the Kiln Rendez-Vous Podcast! Join us as we explore the latest trends, news, and innovations shaping the future of crypto. With two exciting series:
1. Kiln DeFi Rendez-Vous
2. Kiln Restaking Rendez-Vous
We bring you insights from industry experts and thought leaders. Whether you're new to the space or a seasoned enthusiast, stay informed and engaged with the rapidly evolving world of DeFi and Restaking.
#1 - Kiln L1 Ecosystems RDV - Don Wilson - DRW: Innovating across both traditional and cutting-edge trading markets
In this second episode of Kiln L1 Ecosystems Rendez-Vous, we sit down with Don Wilson, the founder and CEO of DRW. DRW is a diversified trading firm with over 2,000 employees across major financial hubs with proven expertise innovating across both traditional and cutting-edge markets. Listen as Don shares his unique insights on:🔸 The origins of DRW and its evolution into a global trading powerhouse🔸 How DRW entered the crypto space (hint: Bitcoin in 2012!)🔸 The birth of Cumberland (now a top crypto liquidity provider) and Digital Asset (company pushing Canton Network)🔸 Why privacy and composability are critical for institutional DeFi adoption🔸 DRW’s groundbreaking work on tokenized treasuries and collateral mobility🔸 The future of Canton Network as a bridge between TradFi and blockchainDon also discusses the regulatory landscape, the convergence of AI and finance, and why he believes Canton could become the go-to L1 for institutional assets.PODCAST INFO:🌐 Website:https://www.kiln.fi/podcasts🟢 Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/0QSnhSLXxVDgBAUMnKnPz1🟣 Apple Podcasts:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/kiln-rendez-vous-podcast/id172924722600:00 - Intro01:32 - Don’s background & founding DRW03:59 - DRW’s early crypto bets (Cumberland, Bitcoin, Digital Asset)07:37 - Cumberland’s role in crypto liquidity09:50 - Institutional adoption of DeFi11:45 - U.S. crypto regulation updates14:02 - The genesis of Digital Asset & Canton Network17:18 - Why privacy matters in institutional blockchain24:14 - Tokenizing real-world assets (RWA) on Canton27:28 - Canton's 5-10 year outlook28:58 - What excites Don most about finance & tech today
30 Jul 2025
#1 - Kiln L1 Ecosystems RDV - Yuval Rooz - Canton Network: Unifying traditional and crypto markets on-chain
In this episode, we sit down with Yuval Rooz, CEO & Co-founder of Digital Asset, the company behind Canton Network—the leading blockchain for regulated finance, trusted by Goldman Sachs, Deutsche Börse, and more.Canton isn’t just another L1—it’s the future of onchain finance, blending institutional-grade infrastructure with DeFi’s composability. Tune in to learn how it’s bridging TradFi and crypto, without compromises.We dive into:🔹 Canton’s $135M strategic round (backed by Citadel, Goldman Sachs, Circle & more)🔹 Why privacy ≠ anonymity—and why it’s critical for institutional DeFi🔹 How Canton scales horizontally while maintaining seamless interoperability🔹 $4T+ in tokenized assets already on Canton (and why you haven’t heard about it)🔹 Real-world use cases from NASDAQ, Tradeweb, and beyondPODCAST INFO:🌐 Website:https://www.kiln.fi/podcasts🟢 Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/0QSnhSLXxVDgBAUMnKnPz1🟣 Apple Podcasts:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/kiln-rendez-vous-podcast/id172924722600:00 - 01:14 – Introduction & Canton’s Momentum01:14 - 03:15 – Yuval’s Background: Finance to Crypto03:15 - 06:10 – Building Canton: The Early Days06:10 - 12:10 – Canton’s Core Innovations12:10 - 17:04 – Architecture Deep Dive17:04 - 23:20 – Institutional Use Cases23:20 - 28:17 – Ecosystem & Validators28:17 - 35:38 – Why Canton’s Flying Under the Radar35:38 - 41:48 – Future of Canton41:48 - 52:20 – Rapid-Fire Q&A52:20 - End – Closing Remarks
26 Jun 2025
#13 - Kiln DeFi RDV - Duncan Moir - 21Shares: The world's first and largest ETP issuer
Duncan Moir of 21Shares discusses the rapid growth of Bitcoin ETFs, institutional crypto adoption, and the future of digital asset investing with host Laszlo Szabo in this interview.
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