In this episode of The Smart Economy Podcast, host Dylan Grabowski is joined by Alexei Zamyatin, co-founder of BOB, a Layer 2 blockchain aiming to combine the security of Bitcoin with the versatility of Ethereum.

Join them as they discuss:

  • BOB’s hybrid L2 architecture
  • Bridging Bitcoin and Ethereum infrastructure
  • BitVM implementation strategy
  • Three-phase development roadmap
  • Reaching 320k unique users
  • $250M in DeFi TVL
  • Cross-chain deployment solutions
  • And much more!

Alexei’s work is focusing on expanding interoperability and capital efficiency across major blockchain platforms, including Bitcoin, Ethereum, Polkadot, and Cosmos. His flagship product, interBTC, embodies his vision by enabling Bitcoin’s use across different blockchains while maintaining its key attributes: full collateralization, interoperability, and censorship-resistance. Prior to founding BOB, Alexei offered his expertise at Boston Consulting Group and conducted research at SBA Research, contributing significantly to digital assets and web3 governance.

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