Exclusive Interview: Dune Analytics’ Arnaud Simeray Shares Platform’s Focus on Accessible Crypto Data
Ruholamin Haqshanas
Last updated: June 11, 2024 05:29 EDT | 3 min read
In an exclusive interview with Cryptonews correspondent Matt Zahab at the Consensus 2024 conference in Austin, Texas, Arnaud Simeray, the Go-to-Market Lead at Dune Analytics, revealed the company’s dedication to democratizing access to crypto data.
Dune Analytics is committed to providing analytics capabilities across 30 blockchains, catering to users of all levels, from individual enthusiasts to large corporations, with on-chain analytics.
“Our goal is to ensure that crypto data is accessible to everyone,” Arnaud emphasized.
Dune’s unique offering lies in its versatility, serving both retail users and institutional clients. For retail users and crypto enthusiasts, Dune offers user-friendly dashboards to monitor trends, assets, and market movements. On the other hand, for larger organizations, Dune provides comprehensive analytics essential for strategic decision-making.
Whether tracking meme coin assets or analyzing trends like the ETF launch on Bitcoin, Dune’s platform caters to all users, regardless of their level of expertise or investment size.
Moreover, Dune Analytics has a keen eye for spotting emerging trends before they become mainstream. Arnaud highlighted the current interest in DePIN and RWA, along with the ongoing importance of DeFi. Dune enables users to compare these trends and gain insights into market movements, enabling both institutional and retail investors to stay ahead of the curve.
Arnaud also introduced Dune Catalyst, a newly launched service that streamlines blockchain analytics. Dune Catalyst allows the onboarding of any blockchain within a few weeks, regardless of whether it operates on the Ethereum Virtual Machine (EVM) or not. This service offers a fully managed, white-glove experience, allowing chains like Optimism Rollup or Arbitrum Orbit to go live on Dune in just 30 days.
Addressing the challenges in blockchain analytics, Arnaud emphasized the complexity of accessing public blockchain data. Dune’s mission is to centralize this information, making it accessible to even those without technical expertise, such as SQL.
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