Dima Romanov, the Co-founder of Layer N, shares his journey from working at Morgan Stanley to entering the world of crypto and founding a startup. Layer N is a layer 2 solution that aims to address the scalability and performance issues of existing blockchain networks. Dima explains how Layer N differentiates itself by providing more computational power, low latency, and high throughput. The team focuses on attracting developers and protocols by offering unique features and support. Currently, they are focused on DeFi applications but plan to expand into gaming, decentralized social, and traditional finance. In this conversation, Dima discusses the importance of building a sustainable and organic community in the crypto space, emphasizing the need for social consensus and loyalty in the industry. He also talks about the challenges of building on different blockchain platforms and the decision to focus on Ethereum.