Why Solana keeps getting faster — and what's next (ft. Jito Labs CEO Lucas Bruder)
About this episode
Lucas Bruder discusses the future of finance on Solana and the role of Jito Labs in enhancing its infrastructure.
Lucas Bruder, CEO of Jito, joins us to talk about why he believes the future of finance is moving onchain — and how his team is helping make that possible on Solana. He explains what Jito does, why Solana’s speed and low transaction costs create both opportunity and complexity, and how Jito has become critical infrastructure for the network. Lucas also reflects on doubling down on Solana during the bear market, the company’s lean approach to building, and his broader vision for a more accessible financial system.
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