In this insightful #DuneCon2024 session, Hildobby, Head of Data at Dragonfly, and Danning Sui, Data Scientist at Flashbots, reveal the immense potential of on-chain data and how Dune is revolutionizing blockchain analysis. They showcase their groundbreaking work in areas like Ethereum staking, NFT wash trading, and the rising adoption of private mempools, all while highlighting the untapped opportunities in blockchain data science.

This talk dives deep into the mechanics of data curation, heuristics, and tagging, demonstrating how meticulous research powers the dashboards we rely on. Hildobby and Danning explore how advanced tools like Spellbook tables and custom community-uploaded datasets extend Dune's capabilities far beyond what meets the eye, even allowing insights into off-chain activity.

The speakers also discuss the evolution of decentralized finance, highlighting the growing complexity of DEX routing, private mempool adoption, and the pivotal role of major players like Coinbase. They share candid advice for data scientists looking to enter the field, emphasizing the endless opportunities for innovation across blockchains, bridges, and wallet analytics.

Stay tuned to the end for engaging audience Q&A, where topics like data poisoning, community incentives, and curating reliable datasets are debated. Whether you're a blockchain enthusiast, data scientist, or industry professional, this session offers an unparalleled look at the cutting edge of on-chain analytics.