DeFAI is the Future w/ Mantis! | Blockchain Interviews

Ashton Addison sits down with Omar Zaki, Co-Founder of Mantis, to discuss the cutting-edge intersection of DeFi, AI-driven trading, and SocialFi. They explore how Mantis is revolutionizing decentralized trading with AI-powered agents, MEV-resistant transactions, and a vertically integrated DeFi stack. Omar also shares details on the Mantis airdrop, how users can earn Mantis credits, and the upcoming launch of the $M token.

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Chapters

1. 0:00 Intro & Guest Introduction
2. 0:07 Omar Zaki on the Intersection of DeFi, AI, and Social Trading
3. 0:35 What is Mantis? Overview of the Project
4. 2:59 The Role of AI Agents in DeFi
5. 4:00 AI Trading Platforms
6. 6:27 Current Status of the Mantis App
7. 7:58 The Future of Mantis: AI-Powered Trading & MEV-Resistant Trades
8. 9:00 How Mantis Solves the Front-Running Problem in DeFi
9. 10:03 What is a Vertically Integrated Stack & Why It Matters
10. 12:00 Interoperability Between Ethereum, Solana, and Other Chains
11. 13:55 The Mantis Rollup: How It Enhances On-Chain Trading
12. 15:08 Understanding the DISE AI Engine & Its Competitive Advantage
13. 17:01 Onboarding New Users Into DeFi with AI & Gamification
14. 18:29 The SocialFi Aspect of Mantis
15. 19:57 The Mantis Token
16. 21:11 Incentivized Beta, Airdrops & Community Participation
17. 22:25 Roadmap: Token Release, Private Beta, Mobile App & Vaults
18. 23:49 Where to Learn More & Get Started with Mantis
19. 24:25 Closing Remarks & Final Thoughts