For episode 724 of the BlockHash Podcast, host Brandon Zemp is joined by Samuel (Chad) Patt, Co-founder of OP_NET.
OP_NET enables smart contracts directly on Bitcoin Layer 1, with no bridges, sidechains or Layer 2s. BTC is used as gas, keeping all security and liquidity native to Bitcoin. This unlocks stablecoins, lending, trading, staking and DeFi entirely on Bitcoin without wrapped assets or custodial risk.
Samuel has always pursued opportunities that challenge conventional market cycles and push the boundaries of narrative. Coming from a punk background, his passion for Bitcoin stems from its decentralized architecture and anti-establishment ethos. In 2023, alongside his co-founders Danny and Anakun, Samuel began building toward a more productive Bitcoin - one capable of hosting smart contracts, institutional-grade infrastructure, and open financial applications. That journey culminated in the creation of OP_NET, a protocol representing his core philosophy: continuously redefining what’s possible on Bitcoin in a decentralized and permissionless way.
Can’t contain your excitement? Don’t worry! You can watch and listen to the episode NOW on your favorite streaming service and podcast platform. Be sure to subscribe so you never miss an episode! 🎙️
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⏳ Timestamps:
(0:00) Introduction
(3:26) Who is Samuel (Chad) Patt?
(5:07) Is Bitcoin DeFi viable?
(7:25) Building native functionality on Bitcoin
(10:30) Whitepaper for OP_NET
(10:48) Sumsub
(11:32) Public Investing
(12:17) Mainnet launch
(14:14) Eliminating friction points
(17:35) Does building on Bitcoin congest the network?
(28:30) Bitcoin 2026
(31:52) OP_NET roadmap
🎙 OP_NET Links:
🔗 Website: https://opnet.org/
🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/opnetbtc/
🔗 Telegram: https://t.me/opnetbtc
🔗 Discord: https://discord.com/invite/opnet
Cheers,
Brandon Zemp
