Felix Xu - Founder at ARPA Network & Bella Protocol

Leave feedback! Today I am speaking with Felix Xu, Co-founder of ARPA Network and Bella Protocol. At ARPA Network, Felix leads the development of cryptographic infrastructure, including verifiable random number generation and zero-knowledge machine learning solutions. As one of EigenLayer"s largest AVS providers, ARPA safeguards billions in digital assets. Through Bella Protocol, Felix focuses on creating AI-powered trading tools and DeFi solutions that help users better navigate the crypto markets. A graduate of NYU"s Stern School of Business, Felix combines deep expertise in both technology and finance. His entrepreneurial journey began after roles in venture capital and equity research, where his early exposure to blockchain technology sparked a vision for bridging traditional finance with crypto innovation. During our conversation, Felix shares insights on the evolution of crypto markets, the impact of AI on trading, and his perspective on market cycles since 2017. He discusses the future of decentralized finance, the rise of meme coins, and his team"s work on advanced AI models for crypto trading. Show Notes and Transcripts The GRTiQ Podcast takes listeners inside web3 and The Graph (GRT) by interviewing members of the ecosystem.  Please help support this project and build the community by subscribing and leaving a review. Twitter: GRT_iQ www.GRTiQ.com