James Ross, CoFounder of Mode Network on Building the Modular Defi L2 #15

In this episode, Diksha Dutta sits down with James Ross, co-founder of Mode Network, to explore his fascinating journey in the crypto world and his pivotal role in Mode, a modular DeFi Layer 2 (L2) ecosystem. Discover why Mode chose the OP Stack and how their collaboration with Optimism drives their success. James highlights the necessity of a product-focused approach in web3, including user funnels, campaigns, and journeys. He explains how creating new revenue streams for developers through fee sharing and referral programs can fuel decentralized application growth. We also touch on the importance of quality and active engagement over mere quantity in ecosystem applications, the significance of team expansion for scaling, and the strategic considerations in angel investing. Plus, get James' insights on NFTs' potential and how they open new avenues for innovation and creativity in crypto. Hosted by Diksha Dutta 🎙 Connect with Diksha Dutta: Twitter : https://twitter.com/dikshadutta Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/diksha-dutta-27182513/ Website: https://www.dikshadutta.com/