Sparking MakerDAO's Next Evolution w/ Nadia Alvarez & Sam MacPherson (Phoenix Labs)

In this episode, we explore the exciting world of Maker SubDAOs, featuring Nadia Alvarez (COO) and Sam MacPherson (CEO) of Phoenix Labs. As a pioneering R&D smart contract firm and a key player in the development of Spark Protocol, we discuss the launch of Phoenix Labs, the vital role of ecosystem actors in Maker's Endgame, and the latest SparkLend protocol updates. — ⏳ TIMESTAMPS 0:00 Intro

1:20 What is Phoenix Labs and Spark Protocol

3:22 How & Why Phoenix Labs Was Formed

6:50 The Introduction of Ecosystem Actors

8:04 Transitioning from Core Units to Phoenix Labs

10:00 Overcoming Endgame's Challenges

13:40 Spark Protocol Updates

16:04 Other Product Features

18:06 How Spark Might Onboard New Protocols

21:34 Current Spark Governance

23:17 Spark's Oracle Feeds

25:13 Collaboration with External Projects

26:36 Spark Reconnects with Users

29:42 SubDAO Governance

31:22 ATLAS Guidance

32:00 Betting on Maker Governance

33:49 Spark's Rapid Growth

37:28 Profit Share Agreement with Aave

39:18 Friendly Forks & Public Goods

41:05 How SubDAOs Interact

43:45 Battling Service Provider Entrenchment

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