Ethereum’s scaling story is hitting limits—with rollups fragmenting users, liquidity, and developer experience. In this episode, Vivi sits down with Orest Tarasiuk (CTO & co-founder of T1 Protocol, ex-Scroll) to break down how “real-time proving” could finally deliver the speed, security, and seamless composability Ethereum needs.

Highlights:

• What real-time proving means for Ethereum and why it matters now

• How T1 Protocol blends TEEs, ZK proofs, and crypto-economic security for “zero-delay” cross-rollup actions

• Why rollup fragmentation isn’t just technical—it’s a user experience roadblock

• The tension between idealism and pragmatism in building for Web3

• Orest’s advice for founders (plus the human story behind the tech)

Favorite Quotes:

• “We don’t just rely on one layer of trust—T1 combines TEEs, ZK, and crypto-economic security for real-time finality.”

• “Real-time proving restores Ethereum’s original vision—Lego blocks you can actually build with.”

Connect:

• T1 Protocol: @t1protocols on X

• Orest Tarasiuk: @OrestTa on X

• Vivi in the Valley: @vivi_valley | @vivilinsv

Like, follow, and share if you’re excited about a more usable, soulful future for Ethereum and Web3!

How do the decisions made in Washington DC ripple through the entire crypto industry? Can blockchain rebuild trust in finance—or will outdated policies hold back real innovation?

On this episode of Vivi in the Valley: Crypto for Good Series, Vivi sits down with Jason Brett, former FDIC regulator and one of crypto’s sharpest policy minds. Jason draws from his experience during the 2008 financial crisis and years advising governments, giving us a rare look inside DC’s halls of power at a true turning point for digital assets.

Highlights:

• How trust and transparency can rebuild finance (and why blockchain matters)

• The real story behind “Operation Chokepoint 2.0”

• What’s actually happening in DC right now on crypto policy (including stablecoins & market structure bills)

• Why real world asset tokenization (RWA) is the next frontier—and where the hype stops

• Jason’s inside stories from Capitol Hill, advice for US policymakers, and global trends you need to watch

Whether you’re a builder, investor, or just crypto-curious, this episode will help you make sense of the shifting regulatory landscape—and what it means for the soul of innovation.

Watch the full video episode on YouTube:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yuy07hoAa20

Connect with Jason Brett:

• X/Twitter: @RegulatoryJason

Stay connected:

• Host: Vivi Lin @vivilinsv | @vivi_valley

• Newsletter & articles: vivilinsv.substack.com

#CryptoForGood #Blockchain #Regulation #Innovation

n this episode of Vivi in the Valley - AI for Humanity Series, we ask a powerful question:
How do we raise creators—not just consumers—in a world shaped by AI?

Our guest is Amy Love, founder of Discovering AI and author of Raising Entrepreneurs. From filing a federal gender equity case at age 9 to leading Fortune 500 brands and AI unicorns, Amy’s journey is all about turning purpose into impact.

We explore:

• The 6 essential traits for thriving in the AI era

• How to parent intentionally in a tech-driven world

• What “Generation Glass” needs from us

• Why entrepreneurship is a mindset, not a job title

• How to shift from fear to fluency—and build confidence with AI

This episode isn’t just for parents—it’s for anyone who wants to thrive in the age of AI with purpose, clarity, and creativity.

🔗 Watch the full video on YouTube: youtu.be/eBiuRSxI_uk
🌐 More on Amy: www.discoveringai.org
🧠 Host: Vivi Lin | @vivilinsv | @Vivi_Valley

https://vivi.media/

#AIParenting #TechWithSoul #FutureOfWork #RaisingEntrepreneurs #AIFluency #ViviInTheValley #AmyLove