Episode 9 - Internet-Scale Payments

2026 is not business as usual.In this episode of the Full Shard Podcast, Lucian and Beniamin Mincu are joined by VP of Business Development Daniel Serb to unpack a world shaped by accelerating AI, volatile markets, and structural resets across industries.They discuss the rise of agentic systems, the emergence of machine-to-machine commerce, and why settlement speed and scale suddenly matter in a way they didn’t before. From agentic payments and commerce protocols to the positioning of Supernova, the conversation centers on building future-proof infrastructure for a time where demand for it finally arises.A wide-angle conversation about what’s breaking, what’s emerging, and where the next wave may land.

When technology becomes fast enough, it disappears.In this episode, Beniamin Mincu and Adrian Dobrita step back from specs and roadmaps to talk about what Supernova really represents.From redefining what a blockchain is, to why speed changes human behavior, to how AI agents may soon need blockchains to coordinate, this is a big-picture conversation about building systems that can keep up with the future.Not just about how it works. But about why it matters.

How do you redesign an economy from first principles?Beniamin Mincu sits down with renowned economist, professor at George Mason University, and co-founder of Marginal Revolution University, Alex Tabarrok, to explore foundations of growth, incentives, and creative destruction.Together they discuss the evolution of the EGLD economic model, how DATs & ETFs reshape value flow, and what crypto as money for AI could mean for the next decade.

From the brink, building from scratch, to those massive breakthroughs, the guys open up on five incredible years. They reveal the epic triumphs, the challenging pivots, and the true meaning of achieving escape velocity. Plus, an inside look at how the community ignited this acceleration. Finally, a visionary look into 2030.

Massive macro tailwinds are reshaping the financial stack. From stablecoins to next-gen payment rails, xMoney is building global infra at scale. Beniamin Mincu & Lucian Mincu go deep with Greg Siourounis on the Full Shard Podcast: vision, execution, and the road ahead.

A masterclass in scaling, speed, and building the ultimate decentralized infrastructure. Lucian Mincu and Adrian Dobrita dive into the groundbreaking MultiversX protocol upgrades and how they redefine network capabilities. Breaking down how sub-second finality, a reworking of the consensus mechanism, and a bold new network architecture will reshape the entire web3 landscape.

xPortal’s new leadership takes the stage.Sergiu Biris, Marko Bradic & Mohit Tilwani break down their domination playbook: strategy, token moves, partnerships, cross-chain vision & what’s next for web3.No fluff. Just real alpha & behind-the-scenes insights.

The AI Sputnik moment, US tech and regulatory blitz & big moves for MultiversX. Beniamin Mincu, Lucian Mincu, and Lucian Todea dive deep into AI's explosive growth, breaking down the high-stakes US-China tech competition, what it means for global power shifts, and why MultiversX is going all-in on the US. Bold takes and real signals.

Autonomous AI meets blockchain & web3. Bullish 2025 outlook for builders, crypto and next-gen tech. Signals and alpha from Beniamin Mincu, Lucian Mincu and Lucian Todea.

Key takeaways from the latest election cycles in the US and Romania, unpacking trends, narratives, and what they mean for the global stage. Insights on the next big thing in blockchain and digital finance, what’s emerging, what the biggest moves are, and where the space is headed. Plus, a sit down with Adam Bates to hear about his incredible journey with MultiversX, gain insights from his recent trip to South Korea, and identify some exciting global opportunities.