The inaugural episode of CoinDesk's tech-focused podcast examines Bitcoin, Ethereum, and the intricate ecosystem of blockchain "layers" currently under rapid development by software engineers.This episode is sponsored by the Algorand Foundation.In this episode of "The Protocol," join our hosts, Brad Keoun, the founding editor of The Protocol newsletter, along with tech journalists Sam Kessler and Margaux Nijkerk, as they delve into the ever-evolving realm of blockchain technology, with a specific emphasis on Ethereum.In addition to discussing Ethereum's rapidly growing validator numbers and the potential bottlenecks they pose, they delve into the pressing issue of network overcrowding. They also uncover the significance of optimistic fault proofs and how these innovative solutions play a pivotal role in enhancing security and scalability.EPISODE LINKS |  At Last, Blockchain Developer OP Labs Delivers ‘Fault Proofs’ Missing From Core Design BLOCKCHAIN BAKE-OFF Ethereum Developers Appear Successful in Second Attempt at Holesky Test Network Launch The Protocol: Ethereum Struggles With Sprawl as Optimism Airdrops $27M The Most Pressing Issue on Ethereum is Validator Size Growth -All the tools you need to build, test, and deploy on Algorand are now available in a single, simple package. Set up your dev environment in only 10 minutes and then get coding on the only blockchain with: Unrivaled point-of-sale transaction speed Industry-leading uptimeConcierge-style developer support, at every step of your journey Download AlgoKit today.Build today with AlgoKit-The Protocol has been produced and edited by senior producer Michele Musso and our executive producer is Jared Schwartz. Our theme song is “Take Me Back” by Strength To Last.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.