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Sandeep Nailwal: Matic – A Scalable Layer-2 Dapp Platform for Ethereum

Epicenter - Learn about Crypto, Blockchain, Ethereum, Bitcoin and Distributed Technologies

Matic Network is a Layer-2 scaling solution that provides instant, low cost, and secure transactions on Ethereum. Built on an adapted implementation of Plasma and a decentralized network of Proof-of-Stake (PoS) validators, its goal is to solve the scalability and usability issues for developers building Dapps, whilst not compromising on decentralization and user experience.

Sandeep Nailwal, COO & Co-founder of Matic, joins us to chat about how Matic works and the problems it's solving, and we also get a fascinating look into the crypto and startup community in India.

Topics covered in this episode:

  • Sandeep’s background and how he got involved in crypto
  • What the crypto scene looks like within Bangalore’s startup ecosystem
  • How have the Indian regulations on crypto affected Matic's business
  • What Matic is and the main problem it’s solving
  • A deep dive into Matic’s technical infrastructure and building on Tendermint
  • Why choose Matic over other off-chain scaling solutions for Ethereum
  • Matic's leveraging of hackathons in their go-to-market strategy
  • Some of the trade offs one needs to make when using Matic
  • How Matic will fit into the Ethereum 2.0 ecosystem as it develops
  • Dagger, and other tools they are planning to build
  • Learning more about Matic

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This episode is hosted by Sebastien Couture & Meher Roy. Show notes and listening options: epicenter.tv/369

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