Future of Crypto Trading: AI, Cross Chain Transactions, and Mantis with CEO Omar Zaki

The Index Podcast

What if you could move assets seamlessly across multiple chains while prioritizing security and decentralization?

This week on The Index, we join Omar Zaki, CEO of Mantis, for a deep dive into how trust-minimized transactions are reshaping blockchain interactions. This conversation explores how Inter-Blockchain Communication (IBC) and zero-knowledge (zk) technology are driving the future of interoperable, secure, and efficient blockchain ecosystems.

Omar walks us through the collaborative ethos driving innovation within the SVM ecosystem and the open-source development that supports it. Looking ahead, we also explore the intersection of cryptocurrency, AI, and the self-custody revolution, touching on the growing interest in meme coins like GOAT and the potential for virtual marketplaces for AI agents to flourish.

This episode highlights the potential of crypto off-ramps, such as Bridge and FuseWallet, to transform small business operations through seamless transactions and reduced fees. As we explore these advancements, we are reminded of the exciting opportunities they present for earning yield and promoting crypto adoption in everyday business practices.
Mantis: https://x.com/mantis

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Capitole

1. Mantis (00:00:00)

2. Building Mantis and Solana Ecosystems (00:08:07)

3. Future AI and Meme Coins (00:18:26)

4. Crypto Adoption and Self-Custody Revolution (00:25:04)