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Zero-Knowledge Proofs and the Future of Blockchain: Insights from Kurt Hemecker
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תוכן מסופק על ידי Ragnarok Digital, LLP, Ragnarok Digital, and LLP. כל תוכן הפודקאסטים כולל פרקים, גרפיקה ותיאורי פודקאסטים מועלים ומסופקים ישירות על ידי Ragnarok Digital, LLP, Ragnarok Digital, and LLP או שותף פלטפורמת הפודקאסט שלהם. אם אתה מאמין שמישהו משתמש ביצירה שלך המוגנת בזכויות יוצרים ללא רשותך, אתה יכול לעקוב אחר התהליך המתואר כאן https://he.player.fm/legal.
In this episode of The Smart Economy Podcast, host Dylan Grabowski is joined by Kurt Hemecker, CEO of the Mina Foundation, the entity tasked with growing the ecosystem of the “world's lightest ZK blockchain.”
Join them as they:
Join them as they:
- Discuss the evolution of information and money-sharing protocols from Web0 to Web3
- Explore Kurt's journey through the tech industry
- Delve into the importance of ZK technology for privacy, identity, and scaling solutions
- Analyze the growth of the Mina ecosystem and opportunities for builders
- Examine interoperability solutions offered by Mina's ZK technology
- Unpack the significance of having a programmable ZK Layer 1 blockchain
- And much more!
Kurt Hemecker is the CEO of the Mina Foundation. With a background that spans from the pre-internet era to the current Web3 landscape, Kurt has experience across significant roles in telecom, payments, and blockchain. He was part of the initial team of the Libra Association (later renamed DM), where he played a pivotal role in navigating regulatory challenges and advocating for stablecoins. Kurt's extensive knowledge and innovative vision in blockchain and zero-knowledge technology position him as a respected leader in the sector.
If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe, rate, and review it on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Google Podcasts; instructions on how to do this are here.
Previous guests include: Rusty Matveev, Chief Strategy Officer at Calaxy; Andrew Lawrence, CEO and Co-Founder of Censo; Zac Townsend, CEO and Co-Founder of Meanwhile; Jesper Johansen, CEO and Co-Founder of Northstake; Tama Churchouse, COO of Cumberland Labs; Holly Wood of Boson Protocol; Sid Powell of Maple Finance; Chad Barraford of THORChain; and many others.
Check out our three most downloaded episodes:
- Laying the Groundwork for a Billion-User Blockchain with Rich Rines, Contributor at Core DAO
- Staking the Future: From Blockchain Beginnings to Institutional Innovations with Chen Zhuling of RockX
- The Unstoppable Nature of Blockchain: A Conversation with Bonart Mati of Obligate
Attention all blockchain, crypto, and Web3 professionals! If you're a founder, CEO, or expert doing something innovative in this space, we're interested in speaking to you! Apply to be a guest on our platform and connect with our vibrant community of blockchain professionals: https://fame.so/nnt-guest
The Smart Economy Podcast is handcrafted by our friends over at fame.so
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Zero-Knowledge Proofs and the Future of Blockchain: Insights from Kurt Hemecker
The Smart Economy Podcast: Real-World Blockchain Applications with Crypto, DeFi, NFTs, and DAOs
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תוכן מסופק על ידי Ragnarok Digital, LLP, Ragnarok Digital, and LLP. כל תוכן הפודקאסטים כולל פרקים, גרפיקה ותיאורי פודקאסטים מועלים ומסופקים ישירות על ידי Ragnarok Digital, LLP, Ragnarok Digital, and LLP או שותף פלטפורמת הפודקאסט שלהם. אם אתה מאמין שמישהו משתמש ביצירה שלך המוגנת בזכויות יוצרים ללא רשותך, אתה יכול לעקוב אחר התהליך המתואר כאן https://he.player.fm/legal.
In this episode of The Smart Economy Podcast, host Dylan Grabowski is joined by Kurt Hemecker, CEO of the Mina Foundation, the entity tasked with growing the ecosystem of the “world's lightest ZK blockchain.”
Join them as they:
Join them as they:
- Discuss the evolution of information and money-sharing protocols from Web0 to Web3
- Explore Kurt's journey through the tech industry
- Delve into the importance of ZK technology for privacy, identity, and scaling solutions
- Analyze the growth of the Mina ecosystem and opportunities for builders
- Examine interoperability solutions offered by Mina's ZK technology
- Unpack the significance of having a programmable ZK Layer 1 blockchain
- And much more!
Kurt Hemecker is the CEO of the Mina Foundation. With a background that spans from the pre-internet era to the current Web3 landscape, Kurt has experience across significant roles in telecom, payments, and blockchain. He was part of the initial team of the Libra Association (later renamed DM), where he played a pivotal role in navigating regulatory challenges and advocating for stablecoins. Kurt's extensive knowledge and innovative vision in blockchain and zero-knowledge technology position him as a respected leader in the sector.
If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe, rate, and review it on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Google Podcasts; instructions on how to do this are here.
Previous guests include: Rusty Matveev, Chief Strategy Officer at Calaxy; Andrew Lawrence, CEO and Co-Founder of Censo; Zac Townsend, CEO and Co-Founder of Meanwhile; Jesper Johansen, CEO and Co-Founder of Northstake; Tama Churchouse, COO of Cumberland Labs; Holly Wood of Boson Protocol; Sid Powell of Maple Finance; Chad Barraford of THORChain; and many others.
Check out our three most downloaded episodes:
- Laying the Groundwork for a Billion-User Blockchain with Rich Rines, Contributor at Core DAO
- Staking the Future: From Blockchain Beginnings to Institutional Innovations with Chen Zhuling of RockX
- The Unstoppable Nature of Blockchain: A Conversation with Bonart Mati of Obligate
Attention all blockchain, crypto, and Web3 professionals! If you're a founder, CEO, or expert doing something innovative in this space, we're interested in speaking to you! Apply to be a guest on our platform and connect with our vibrant community of blockchain professionals: https://fame.so/nnt-guest
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The Smart Economy Podcast: Real-World Blockchain Applications with Crypto, DeFi, NFTs, and DAOs
1 Scaling Stablecoins Without Banks: Inside M0’s Complexity Abstraction Machine 57:23
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הפעל מאוחר יותר הפעל מאוחר יותר רשימות לייק אהבתיIn this episode of The Smart Economy Podcast, host Dylan Grabowski is joined by Gregory Di Prisco, co-founder and Chief Architect at M0, a platform that aims to empower builders of application-specific stablecoins. What you’ll learn: Why the future of stablecoins may lie in modular infrastructure rather than monolithic issuers like Circle and Tether How M0's extension model enables partners to launch custom stablecoins while abstracting complexity The key differences between the GENIUS Act and the STABLE Act Why consumer experience will drive mainstream stablecoin adoption How yield distribution and compliance can be modularized through third-party service providers Why dollar-denominated stablecoins continue to dominate despite macro uncertainty How stablecoins could integrate into everyday transactions within five years, largely invisible to end users And much more! With a background in futures trading and involvement in cryptocurrency dating back to 2010, Gregory has held key positions, including Head of Business Development at MakerDAO and co-founder of Distributed Capital, one of the first crypto VCs. His journey from traditional finance to blockchain technology includes supporting ETF development through tools like EtherIndex and significant contributions to the stablecoin ecosystem. Episode Highlights: [00:37:01] User Experience Trumps Technical Details [00:42:45] The Wholesale-Retail Model for Stablecoins [00:51:07] The Future of Stablecoin Adoption [00:25:03] Consumer Demand for Digital Cash Previous guests include: Rusty Matveev, Chief Strategy Officer at Calaxy; Andrew Lawrence, CEO and Co-Founder of Censo; Zac Townsend, CEO and Co-Founder of Meanwhile; Jesper Johansen, CEO and Co-Founder of Northstake; Tama Churchouse, COO of Cumberland Labs; Holly Wood of Boson Protocol; Sid Powell of Maple Finance; Chad Barraford of THORChain; and many others. Check out our three most downloaded episodes: Laying the Groundwork for a Billion-User Blockchain with Rich Rines, Contributor at Core DAO Staking the Future: From Blockchain Beginnings to Institutional Innovations with Chen Zhuling of RockX The Unstoppable Nature of Blockchain: A Conversation with Bonart Mati of Obligate Attention all blockchain, crypto, and Web3 professionals! If you're a founder, CEO, or expert doing something innovative in this space, we're interested in speaking to you! Apply to be a guest on our platform and connect with our vibrant community of blockchain professionals: https://fame.so/nnt-guest The Smart Economy Podcast is handcrafted by our friends over at fame.so…
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The Smart Economy Podcast: Real-World Blockchain Applications with Crypto, DeFi, NFTs, and DAOs
1 Are Stablecoins the Future of Money? Telcoin’s eUSD and becoming a Digital Bank with Paul Neuner 50:37
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הפעל מאוחר יותר הפעל מאוחר יותר רשימות לייק אהבתיIn this episode of The Smart Economy Podcast, host Dylan Grabowski is joined by Paul Neuner, the Founder and CEO of Telcoin, acompany leveraging blockchain technology to provide low-cost DeFi products for mobile phone users globally. What You’ll Learn: Why state-chartered digital asset banks may offer a more efficient path to crypto adoption than federal charters How Telcoin's eUSD differs from traditional stablecoins The emerging framework for merchant adoption of digital cash payments that could reduce fees from 3% to under 1% Why upcoming stablecoin legislation in May 2024 could accelerate mainstream crypto adoption How telecom companies could play a crucial role in the future of digital identity and financial services The roadmap for connecting 3 billion people to digital cash through local currency integration Why institutional adoption and regulatory clarity are positive signals despite retail crypto market sentiment And much more! Paul is the Founder and CEO of Telcoin, acompany leveraging blockchain technology to provide low-cost DeFi products for mobile phone users globally. With a vast background in telecommunications fraud and security, Paul founded Mobius Wireless and Sedona before entering the blockchain space. As an innovator in digital banking solutions, Paul has worked closely with Nebraska legislators to establish groundbreaking digital asset banking regulations and is actively involved in shaping federal stablecoin legislation. Episode Highlights: [12:31] Nebraska's Digital Asset Banking Innovation [21:06] Digital Cash vs Stablecoins Evolution [38:01] Two-Phase Payment Strategy [48:10] Regulatory Outlook for 2025 Previous guests include: Rusty Matveev, Chief Strategy Officer at Calaxy; Andrew Lawrence, CEO and Co-Founder of Censo; Zac Townsend, CEO and Co-Founder of Meanwhile; Jesper Johansen, CEO and Co-Founder of Northstake; Tama Churchouse, COO of Cumberland Labs; Holly Wood of Boson Protocol; Sid Powell of Maple Finance; Chad Barraford of THORChain; and many others. Check out our three most downloaded episodes: Laying the Groundwork for a Billion-User Blockchain with Rich Rines, Contributor at Core DAO Staking the Future: From Blockchain Beginnings to Institutional Innovations with Chen Zhuling of RockX The Unstoppable Nature of Blockchain: A Conversation with Bonart Mati of Obligate Attention all blockchain, crypto, and Web3 professionals! If you're a founder, CEO, or expert doing something innovative in this space, we're interested in speaking to you! Apply to be a guest on our platform and connect with our vibrant community of blockchain professionals: https://fame.so/nnt-guest The Smart Economy Podcast is handcrafted by our friends over at fame.so…
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The Smart Economy Podcast: Real-World Blockchain Applications with Crypto, DeFi, NFTs, and DAOs
1 Are Stablecoins Crypto's Achilles' Heel? Quai Network's Energy-Backed Alternative with Alan Orwick 1:00:13
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הפעל מאוחר יותר הפעל מאוחר יותר רשימות לייק אהבתיIn this episode of The Smart Economy Podcast, host Dylan Grabowski is joined by Alan Orwick, the CEO of Dominant Strategies, a development entity creating tooling and applications on the Quai Network. What You’ll Learn: Why traditional stablecoins represent an "Achilles heel" for crypto How Quai Network's dual-token model (QUAI and QI) creates a complete monetary system with a store of value, medium of exchange, and unit of account The surprising environmental benefits of PoW mining, including carbon-negative operations through methane capture Why PoW can be more scalable than PoS through innovations like proof-of-entry-minimum How Quai's UTXO-based QI token creates a truly private, cash-like digital currency with fixed denominations And much more! Alan graduated from The University of Texas at Austin in 2020 with a degree in Computer Science, where he founded Texas Blockchain, a student club focused on exploring blockchain technology. Following graduation, Alan worked at Apple as a full stack software engineer. Alan is currently driving forward a portfolio of projects, most notably Quai Network. Episode Highlights: [20:50] Stablecoins, Strategic Reserves & US Dominance [25:44] Stablecoin Monopoly and Opportunity for Disruption [35:21] Why QI Is More Than Just a Stablecoin [53:29] PoEM and the Return of Proof of Work [56:49] Dual Token Model: QI and QUAI Previous guests include: Rusty Matveev, Chief Strategy Officer at Calaxy; Andrew Lawrence, CEO and Co-Founder of Censo; Zac Townsend, CEO and Co-Founder of Meanwhile; Jesper Johansen, CEO and Co-Founder of Northstake; Tama Churchouse, COO of Cumberland Labs; Holly Wood of Boson Protocol; Sid Powell of Maple Finance; Chad Barraford of THORChain; and many others. Check out our three most downloaded episodes: Laying the Groundwork for a Billion-User Blockchain with Rich Rines, Contributor at Core DAO Staking the Future: From Blockchain Beginnings to Institutional Innovations with Chen Zhuling of RockX The Unstoppable Nature of Blockchain: A Conversation with Bonart Mati of Obligate Attention all blockchain, crypto, and Web3 professionals! If you're a founder, CEO, or expert doing something innovative in this space, we're interested in speaking to you! Apply to be a guest on our platform and connect with our vibrant community of blockchain professionals: https://fame.so/nnt-guest The Smart Economy Podcast is handcrafted by our friends over at fame.so…
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The Smart Economy Podcast: Real-World Blockchain Applications with Crypto, DeFi, NFTs, and DAOs
1 Trust vs. Truth: Redesigning Digital Identity for the Decentralized Web with Ingo Ruebe 53:29
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הפעל מאוחר יותר הפעל מאוחר יותר רשימות לייק אהבתיIn this episode of The Smart Economy Podcast, host Dylan Grabowski is joined by Ingo Ruebe, the founder of Kilt Protocol, a decentralized digital identity solution serving enterprises, governments, and consumers. What You’ll Learn: Why Web2 identity is fundamentally broken The difference between identity and identification How W3C standards are reshaping digital credentials Building resilient systems for defense and enterprise The power of owning your personal data Bridging traditional industries with blockchain tech The future of AI agent identification And much more! With a background as a computer scientist and former CTO of a major publishing company, Ingo has vast experience across the healthcare, media, and energy sectors. After discovering blockchain technology at South by Southwest in 2015, he founded Kilt Protocol in 2018 to address fundamental issues in Web2 identity systems. His work in developing standardized digital identity solutions through the W3C consortium and the Decentralized Identity Foundation has helped shape industry standards for digital credentials. Episode Highlights: [14:50] The Fundamental Difference Between Identity and Identification [24:48] Blockchain's Three Key Benefits for Identity Systems [38:16] Social KYC: Rethinking Digital Identity Verification [48:18] Preparing Identity Systems for AI Agents Previous guests include: Rusty Matveev, Chief Strategy Officer at Calaxy; Andrew Lawrence, CEO and Co-Founder of Censo; Zac Townsend, CEO and Co-Founder of Meanwhile; Jesper Johansen, CEO and Co-Founder of Northstake; Tama Churchouse, COO of Cumberland Labs; Holly Wood of Boson Protocol; Sid Powell of Maple Finance; Chad Barraford of THORChain; and many others. Check out our three most downloaded episodes: Laying the Groundwork for a Billion-User Blockchain with Rich Rines, Contributor at Core DAO Staking the Future: From Blockchain Beginnings to Institutional Innovations with Chen Zhuling of RockX The Unstoppable Nature of Blockchain: A Conversation with Bonart Mati of Obligate Attention all blockchain, crypto, and Web3 professionals! If you're a founder, CEO, or expert doing something innovative in this space, we're interested in speaking to you! Apply to be a guest on our platform and connect with our vibrant community of blockchain professionals: https://fame.so/nnt-guest The Smart Economy Podcast is handcrafted by our friends over at fame.so…
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The Smart Economy Podcast: Real-World Blockchain Applications with Crypto, DeFi, NFTs, and DAOs
1 Media, Money, and Misunderstandings: Bankless Sets the Record Straight with David Hoffman 55:12
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הפעל מאוחר יותר הפעל מאוחר יותר רשימות לייק אהבתיIn this episode of The Smart Economy Podcast, host Dylan Grabowski is joined by David Hoffman, the co-founder and host of Bankless, a cryptocurrency media brand and community that focuses on educating and empowering individuals to navigate the decentralized financial landscape. What You’ll Learn: The journey from Ethereum maximalism to broader crypto coverage Building a media business while maintaining ethical standards The firewall between Bankless Media and Bankless Ventures How content strategy evolves with shifting market interests Managing community expectations and misunderstandings The differences between crypto Twitter and public perception Finding a balance between audience demands and personal interests What really happened with the AICC controversy And much more! David is the co-founder and host of Bankless, a cryptocurrency media brand and community that focuses on educating and empowering individuals to navigate the decentralized financial landscape. With deep roots in the Ethereum ecosystem since 2017, he helped build Bankless from a newsletter into a comprehensive media organization that includes podcasting, educational content, and venture capital investments. As a prominent content creator in the blockchain space, David has played a crucial role in making complex blockchain concepts accessible while striving to maintain high ethical standards in the industry. Episode Highlights: [17:57] The Three-Way Content Optimization Framework [25:27] Building a Sustainable For-Profit Crypto Media Business [52:21] The 2:1 Podcast Preparation Rule [35:55] Managing Media and Venture Capital Separation Previous guests include: Rusty Matveev, Chief Strategy Officer at Calaxy; Andrew Lawrence, CEO and Co-Founder of Censo; Zac Townsend, CEO and Co-Founder of Meanwhile; Jesper Johansen, CEO and Co-Founder of Northstake; Tama Churchouse, COO of Cumberland Labs; Holly Wood of Boson Protocol; Sid Powell of Maple Finance; Chad Barraford of THORChain; and many others. Check out our three most downloaded episodes: Laying the Groundwork for a Billion-User Blockchain with Rich Rines, Contributor at Core DAO Staking the Future: From Blockchain Beginnings to Institutional Innovations with Chen Zhuling of RockX The Unstoppable Nature of Blockchain: A Conversation with Bonart Mati of Obligate Attention all blockchain, crypto, and Web3 professionals! If you're a founder, CEO, or expert doing something innovative in this space, we're interested in speaking to you! Apply to be a guest on our platform and connect with our vibrant community of blockchain professionals: https://fame.so/nnt-guest The Smart Economy Podcast is handcrafted by our friends over at fame.so…
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The Smart Economy Podcast: Real-World Blockchain Applications with Crypto, DeFi, NFTs, and DAOs
1 Building Web3's Community Infrastructure: Galxe's Vision for Digital Identity with Patrick Young 58:29
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הפעל מאוחר יותר הפעל מאוחר יותר רשימות לייק אהבתיIn this episode of The Smart Economy Podcast, host Dylan Grabowski is joined by Patrick Young, Head of Go-to-Market at Galxe, a platform for Web3 community growth and engagement. Join them as they: Delve into Patrick's background in blockchain Explain how Galxe builds and maintains resilient Web3 communities Discuss Galxe's identity solutions, including Galxe Passport and Galxe Score Examine the role of Galxe's EarnDrop program in assisting with token distribution and community building Highlight the development of Gravity Chain, Galxe’s upcoming L1 blockchain Consider the convergence of blockchain and AI technologies Explore how blockchain can support different inference layers and serving frameworks Discuss how Galaxy's suite of products creates an end-to-end lifecycle management system for Web3 projects And much more! Patrick Young is the Head of Go-to-Market at Galxe, a leading platform for Web3 community growth and engagement. With extensive experience in blockchain education and ecosystem development, Patrick helped create one of the first blockchain curricula at Miami University and has been instrumental in shaping community-driven approaches in the Web3 space. His background includes key roles at Block Key Capital, Ledgermatic, and Chainlink Labs, where he helped grow the team from 65 to 700 people while running their Web3 commercial services business. His expertise in bridging traditional institutions with Web3 communities and his involvement in Galxe's forthcoming Gravity blockchain makes him a valuable voice for those interested in the future of decentralized ecosystem development. Episode Highlights: [17:16] Building Effective Web3 Communities Through Quest [28:07] Transforming Token Distribution with EarnDrop [38:00] Galxe's Identity Protocol: The Future of Web3 Authentication [50:14] Gravity Chain: Building the Infrastructure for Web3 Scale Previous guests include: Rusty Matveev, Chief Strategy Officer at Calaxy; Andrew Lawrence, CEO and Co-Founder of Censo; Zac Townsend, CEO and Co-Founder of Meanwhile; Jesper Johansen, CEO and Co-Founder of Northstake; Tama Churchouse, COO of Cumberland Labs; Holly Wood of Boson Protocol; Sid Powell of Maple Finance; Chad Barraford of THORChain; and many others. Check out our three most downloaded episodes: Laying the Groundwork for a Billion-User Blockchain with Rich Rines, Contributor at Core DAO Staking the Future: From Blockchain Beginnings to Institutional Innovations with Chen Zhuling of RockX The Unstoppable Nature of Blockchain: A Conversation with Bonart Mati of Obligate Attention all blockchain, crypto, and Web3 professionals! If you're a founder, CEO, or expert doing something innovative in this space, we're interested in speaking to you! Apply to be a guest on our platform and connect with our vibrant community of blockchain professionals: https://fame.so/nnt-guest The Smart Economy Podcast is handcrafted by our friends over at fame.so…
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The Smart Economy Podcast: Real-World Blockchain Applications with Crypto, DeFi, NFTs, and DAOs
1 From NFTs to Regulatory Clarity: Magic Eden's Vision for Web3's Future with Joe Doll 55:36
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הפעל מאוחר יותר הפעל מאוחר יותר רשימות לייק אהבתיIn this episode of The Smart Economy Podcast, host Dylan Grabowski is joined by Joe Doll, general counsel at Magic Eden, a leading cross-chain NFT marketplace. Join them as they discuss: The transformative impact of the new administration's pro-crypto executive order How stablecoins could cement U.S. dollar dominance Magic Eden's journey to becoming the #1 NFT marketplace by users and revenue The evolution of NFT projects from 2021 to present The real story behind Operation Chokepoint 2.0 The importance of upcoming stablecoin legislation Building regulatory-compliant infrastructure in crypto How culture shapes successful Web3 companies And much more! With extensive experience in crypto law spanning eight years, including roles at prominent firm Fenwick & West where he helped launch 40-50+ tokens, Joe brings unique insights into both the technical and regulatory aspects of digital assets. His work with major clients like Coinbase, Kraken, Yuga Labs, and OpenSea, combined with his current role at Magic Eden, provides a comprehensive view of how regulation and innovation intersect in the rapidly evolving crypto landscape. Episode Highlights: [00:00] Intro [04:35] Stablecoins and US Dollar Dominance [08:25] Evolution of Crypto Regulation [17:10] Magic Eden's On-Chain Vision [22:31] Surviving the NFT Bear Market [29:46] NFT Quality: 2021 vs Today [39:54] Magic Eden's Regulatory Approach [48:58] Operation Chokepoint 2.0 Confirmed Previous guests include: Rusty Matveev, Chief Strategy Officer at Calaxy; Andrew Lawrence, CEO and Co-Founder of Censo; Zac Townsend, CEO and Co-Founder of Meanwhile; Jesper Johansen, CEO and Co-Founder of Northstake; Tama Churchouse, COO of Cumberland Labs; Holly Wood of Boson Protocol; Sid Powell of Maple Finance; Chad Barraford of THORChain; and many others. Check out our three most downloaded episodes: Laying the Groundwork for a Billion-User Blockchain with Rich Rines, Contributor at Core DAO Staking the Future: From Blockchain Beginnings to Institutional Innovations with Chen Zhuling of RockX The Unstoppable Nature of Blockchain: A Conversation with Bonart Mati of Obligate Attention all blockchain, crypto, and Web3 professionals! If you're a founder, CEO, or expert doing something innovative in this space, we're interested in speaking to you! Apply to be a guest on our platform and connect with our vibrant community of blockchain professionals: https://fame.so/nnt-guest The Smart Economy Podcast is handcrafted by our friends over at fame.so…
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The Smart Economy Podcast: Real-World Blockchain Applications with Crypto, DeFi, NFTs, and DAOs
1 From TradFi to DeFi: Building the Future of Real World Assets with Centrifuge's Eli Cohen 54:22
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הפעל מאוחר יותר הפעל מאוחר יותר רשימות לייק אהבתיIn this episode of The Smart Economy Podcast, host Dylan Grabowski is joined by Eli Cohen, general counsel at Centrifuge, a platform for tokenized real-world assets. Join them as they discuss: The evolution from traditional finance to tokenized assets How T-Bills are being brought on-chain Building regulatory-compliant RWA infrastructure Designing DAO governance for financial protocols The future of on-chain institutional asset management Balancing innovation with compliance How Centrifuge aims to create efficient securitization processes And much more! With vast experience spanning traditional finance, market infrastructure, and cryptocurrency regulation, Eli brings a unique perspective to the intersection of RWAs and blockchain technology. His distinguished career includes roles at CME Group, where he helped launch Bitcoin futures in Asia-Pacific, Block.one, and various positions working with financial regulators across multiple jurisdictions. For the past three years at Centrifuge, Eli has been instrumental in developing compliant frameworks for bringing traditional financial assets onto the blockchain while navigating complex regulatory environments across global markets. Episode Highlights: [00:00] Intro [03:00] Understanding the Two Categories of Real World Assets (RWAs) [34:09] The Microbrewery Model of Asset Tokenization [38:09] Hybrid Governance Structure for DeFi Platforms [48:29] Evolution of RWA Markets Beyond Treasury Bills Previous guests include: Rusty Matveev, Chief Strategy Officer at Calaxy; Andrew Lawrence, CEO and Co-Founder of Censo; Zac Townsend, CEO and Co-Founder of Meanwhile; Jesper Johansen, CEO and Co-Founder of Northstake; Tama Churchouse, COO of Cumberland Labs; Holly Wood of Boson Protocol; Sid Powell of Maple Finance; Chad Barraford of THORChain; and many others. Check out our three most downloaded episodes: Laying the Groundwork for a Billion-User Blockchain with Rich Rines, Contributor at Core DAO Staking the Future: From Blockchain Beginnings to Institutional Innovations with Chen Zhuling of RockX The Unstoppable Nature of Blockchain: A Conversation with Bonart Mati of Obligate Attention all blockchain, crypto, and Web3 professionals! If you're a founder, CEO, or expert doing something innovative in this space, we're interested in speaking to you! Apply to be a guest on our platform and connect with our vibrant community of blockchain professionals: https://fame.so/nnt-guest The Smart Economy Podcast is handcrafted by our friends over at fame.so…
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The Smart Economy Podcast: Real-World Blockchain Applications with Crypto, DeFi, NFTs, and DAOs
1 The Road to Private Smart Contracts: Aztec's Multi-Year Journey with Zac Williamson 49:19
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הפעל מאוחר יותר הפעל מאוחר יותר רשימות לייק אהבתיIn this episode of The Smart Economy Podcast, host Dylan Grabowski is joined by Zac Williamson, CEO and co-founder of Aztec, a startup operating in the blockchain technology space focusing on privacy. Join them as they discuss: How ZK technology evolved from niche to mainstream The connection between privacy and digital identity Creating a new programming language for privacy Building decentralized sequencer networks The importance of moral legitimacy in privacy tech The evolution of Aztec's network architecture What's next for blockchain privacy in 2025 And much more! Zac has been a key figure in advocating for enhanced privacy within the blockchain space. Under his leadership, Aztec spearheads efforts to integrate privacy at the core of blockchain technology, aiming to address the critical balance between transparency and data protection. With a rich background that includes a stint as a software developer and as a member of Entrepreneur First’s cohort, Zac brings a unique perspective to the ongoing dialogue about privacy in Web3. Highlights (To follow) Previous guests include: Rusty Matveev, Chief Strategy Officer at Calaxy; Andrew Lawrence, CEO and Co-Founder of Censo; Zac Townsend, CEO and Co-Founder of Meanwhile; Jesper Johansen, CEO and Co-Founder of Northstake; Tama Churchouse, COO of Cumberland Labs; Holly Wood of Boson Protocol; Sid Powell of Maple Finance; Chad Barraford of THORChain; and many others. Check out our three most downloaded episodes: Laying the Groundwork for a Billion-User Blockchain with Rich Rines, Contributor at Core DAO Staking the Future: From Blockchain Beginnings to Institutional Innovations with Chen Zhuling of RockX The Unstoppable Nature of Blockchain: A Conversation with Bonart Mati of Obligate Attention all blockchain, crypto, and Web3 professionals! If you're a founder, CEO, or expert doing something innovative in this space, we're interested in speaking to you! Apply to be a guest on our platform and connect with our vibrant community of blockchain professionals: https://fame.so/nnt-guest The Smart Economy Podcast is handcrafted by our friends over at fame.so…
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The Smart Economy Podcast: Real-World Blockchain Applications with Crypto, DeFi, NFTs, and DAOs
1 Building Bitcoin's Third Native Use Case with Babylon Labs Co-Founder Fisher Yu 53:39
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הפעל מאוחר יותר הפעל מאוחר יותר רשימות לייק אהבתיIn this episode of The Smart Economy Podcast, host Dylan Grabowski is joined by Mingchao (Fisher) Yu, co-founder and CTO of Babylon Labs, a non-custodial staking protocol that uses the underlying value of Bitcoin to secure a variety of proof-of-stake networks. Join them as they discuss: How Bitcoin can secure PoS chains trustlessly The journey from 1,000 BTC to $3.3B+ TVL Building truly decentralized security markets The roadmap for Bitcoin's evolution in DeFi Uniting traditional finance with crypto through BTC The future of cross-chain security sharing Real institutional adoption insights And much more! Fisher's career has spanned a variety of roles from deep technology systems engineering to leadership in blockchain innovations at Babylon, where he's currently steering efforts to integrate Bitcoin more fully into the decentralized finance landscape. Before Babylon Labs, Fisher was a managing director at Hash Laboratories, senior staff research engineer at Dolby Laboratories, and senior system engineer at InterfereX Communications. Episode Highlights: [00:01:57] Introduction to Fisher Yu and Babylon Labs' non-custodial staking protocol [00:16:32] Babylon's founding story and origin in late 2021 [00:17:06] Evolution from merge mining to Bitcoin staking solution [00:23:11] Three target ecosystems: Cosmos, Ethereum rollups, Bitcoin rollups [00:27:27] Babylon's three-phase launch strategy [00:38:13] Current adoption metrics: 66.8K+ stakers, 74K delegations [00:42:57] Geographic restrictions and regulatory considerations [00:47:55] Discussion on Bitcoin centralization concerns [00:50:19] 2025 roadmap and vision for "Bitcoin DeFi genesis" [00:51:56] Contact information and community channels Previous guests include: Rusty Matveev, Chief Strategy Officer at Calaxy; Andrew Lawrence, CEO and Co-Founder of Censo; Zac Townsend, CEO and Co-Founder of Meanwhile; Jesper Johansen, CEO and Co-Founder of Northstake; Tama Churchouse, COO of Cumberland Labs; Holly Wood of Boson Protocol; Sid Powell of Maple Finance; Chad Barraford of THORChain; and many others. Check out our three most downloaded episodes: Laying the Groundwork for a Billion-User Blockchain with Rich Rines, Contributor at Core DAO Staking the Future: From Blockchain Beginnings to Institutional Innovations with Chen Zhuling of RockX The Unstoppable Nature of Blockchain: A Conversation with Bonart Mati of Obligate Attention all blockchain, crypto, and Web3 professionals! If you're a founder, CEO, or expert doing something innovative in this space, we're interested in speaking to you! Apply to be a guest on our platform and connect with our vibrant community of blockchain professionals: https://fame.so/nnt-guest The Smart Economy Podcast is handcrafted by our friends over at fame.so…
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The Smart Economy Podcast: Real-World Blockchain Applications with Crypto, DeFi, NFTs, and DAOs
1 Building Bitcoin's Next Layer: BOB's Cross-Chain Solution with Alexei Zamyatin 58:11
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הפעל מאוחר יותר הפעל מאוחר יותר רשימות לייק אהבתיIn this episode of The Smart Economy Podcast, host Dylan Grabowski is joined by Alexei Zamyatin, co-founder of BOB, a Layer 2 blockchain aiming to combine the security of Bitcoin with the versatility of Ethereum. Join them as they discuss: BOB's hybrid L2 architecture Bridging Bitcoin and Ethereum infrastructure BitVM implementation strategy Three-phase development roadmap Reaching 320k unique users $250M in DeFi TVL Cross-chain deployment solutions And much more! Alexei's work is focusing on expanding interoperability and capital efficiency across major blockchain platforms, including Bitcoin, Ethereum, Polkadot, and Cosmos. His flagship product, interBTC, embodies his vision by enabling Bitcoin's use across different blockchains while maintaining its key attributes: full collateralization, interoperability, and censorship-resistance. Prior to founding BOB, Alexei offered his expertise at Boston Consulting Group and conducted research at SBA Research, contributing significantly to digital assets and web3 governance. Episode Highlights: [00:00] Introduction [02:17] Bitcoin's Value Beyond market cap: global reach and brand recognition [04:52] Community Evolution From maximalism to innovation acceptance [11:05] Background Story Namecoin to Bitcoin bridges research at Imperial College [19:27] BitVM Overview Core technology enabling BOB's security model [24:58] Trust Trade-offs Balancing institutional vs technical risk in Bitcoin [41:09] Growth Metrics 320k users, $250M TVL since May 2023 launch [49:30] Strategic Phases Three-phase plan from ETH L2 to Bitcoin settlement [53:16] Future Vision Balancing institutional adoption with cypherpunk roots [56:16] Community Call Invitation for user feedback and engagement Previous guests include: Rusty Matveev, Chief Strategy Officer at Calaxy; Andrew Lawrence, CEO and Co-Founder of Censo; Zac Townsend, CEO and Co-Founder of Meanwhile; Jesper Johansen, CEO and Co-Founder of Northstake; Tama Churchouse, COO of Cumberland Labs; Holly Wood of Boson Protocol; Sid Powell of Maple Finance; Chad Barraford of THORChain; and many others. Check out our three most downloaded episodes: Laying the Groundwork for a Billion-User Blockchain with Rich Rines, Contributor at Core DAO Staking the Future: From Blockchain Beginnings to Institutional Innovations with Chen Zhuling of RockX The Unstoppable Nature of Blockchain: A Conversation with Bonart Mati of Obligate Attention all blockchain, crypto, and Web3 professionals! If you're a founder, CEO, or expert doing something innovative in this space, we're interested in speaking to you! Apply to be a guest on our platform and connect with our vibrant community of blockchain professionals: https://fame.so/nnt-guest The Smart Economy Podcast is handcrafted by our friends over at fame.so…
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The Smart Economy Podcast: Real-World Blockchain Applications with Crypto, DeFi, NFTs, and DAOs
1 Bridging Bitcoin to DeFi: Lombard's Vision for Liquid Staking with Jacob Phillips 56:30
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הפעל מאוחר יותר הפעל מאוחר יותר רשימות לייק אהבתיIn this episode of The Smart Economy Podcast, host Dylan Grabowski is joined by Lombard co-founder Jacob Phillips. Join them as they discuss: How Bitcoin's market capitalization is an ideal solution for DeFi's need for liquidity The differences in the mentality of deploying Bitcoin as an asset into DeFi versus deploying other assets like Ether Building on the Babylon staking protocol Upcoming Lombard releases And much more! Jacob brings a wealth of experience from his time at Perennial Labs and as an investor at Polychain Capital, deeply enriching our understanding of how Bitcoin can become a more dynamic player in the DeFi space. Lombard is integrating Bitcoin with decentralized finance, offering solutions such as its flagship product, LBTC—a yield-bearing, cross-chain, liquid Bitcoin, backed 1:1 by BTC. Episode Highlights: [00:00] Introduction [00:03] Episode introduction and overview with Jacob Phillips of Lombard [02:34] Bitcoin's historical challenges in DeFi and recent market evolution [05:20] Catalysts behind Bitcoin's building renaissance [12:18] Jacob's journey from crypto skeptic to Polychain Capital [31:34] Lombard's growth to $1B TVL and key partnerships [36:50] Shifting the Bitcoin holder mindset toward yield generation [41:18] Technical overview of Lombard Ledger and BFT chain development [47:54] User acquisition and institutional adoption strategy [51:39] Institutional perspectives on Bitcoin DeFi adoption Previous guests include: Rusty Matveev, Chief Strategy Officer at Calaxy; Andrew Lawrence, CEO and Co-Founder of Censo; Zac Townsend, CEO and Co-Founder of Meanwhile; Jesper Johansen, CEO and Co-Founder of Northstake; Tama Churchouse, COO of Cumberland Labs; Holly Wood of Boson Protocol; Sid Powell of Maple Finance; Chad Barraford of THORChain; and many others. Check out our three most downloaded episodes: Laying the Groundwork for a Billion-User Blockchain with Rich Rines, Contributor at Core DAO Staking the Future: From Blockchain Beginnings to Institutional Innovations with Chen Zhuling of RockX The Unstoppable Nature of Blockchain: A Conversation with Bonart Mati of Obligate Attention all blockchain, crypto, and Web3 professionals! If you're a founder, CEO, or expert doing something innovative in this space, we're interested in speaking to you! Apply to be a guest on our platform and connect with our vibrant community of blockchain professionals: https://fame.so/nnt-guest The Smart Economy Podcast is handcrafted by our friends over at fame.so…
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The Smart Economy Podcast: Real-World Blockchain Applications with Crypto, DeFi, NFTs, and DAOs
1 Social Intelligence in Crypto: LunarCrush's Vision for Market Analytics with Jon Farjo & Joe Vezzani 1:00:12
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הפעל מאוחר יותר הפעל מאוחר יותר רשימות לייק אהבתיIn this episode of The Smart Economy Podcast, host Dylan Grabowski is joined by LunarCrush co-founders Joe Vezzani and Jon Farjo. Join them as they discuss: How social media metrics can help determine the appetite for specific digital assets The metrics and categories that LunarCrush follows How AI has improved the team's ability and processes The forthcoming rise of AI agents And much more! Joe is a Web3 entrepreneur and CEO of LunarCrush. With 15 years of experience, Joe has expertise in financial analysis, accounting, creative production, sales, business development, pricing strategy, customer acquisition, product management, M&As, fundraising, hiring, and more. Previously, Joe held leadership roles at companies like INNOCEAN USA, LifeLine Response, Owens Corning, and Draftfcb. Jon is an experienced digital strategy leader with a focus on Web3, AI, marketing, branding, and social media. As Chief Product Officer at LunarCrush, he drives innovation and creates solutions that will hopefully resonate with users. Previously, Jon held leadership roles at companies like Veritone, INNOCEAN USA, The Buddy Group, and Metagenics. Episode Highlights: [00:00:00] Intro [00:02:25] Social media data vs traditional market indicators [00:04:06] Correlation between social metrics and market movements [00:07:50] Analysis of successful meme coins and community tokens [00:10:26] Founders' crypto origin story [00:14:04] LunarCrush evolution since 2018 [00:24:33] AI integration and team efficiency [00:30:04] Future of AI agents in crypto trading [00:34:28] Major client partnerships [00:40:38] Emerging social media platforms [00:48:54] Polymarket impact and social metrics [00:53:22] 2025 predictions and Bitcoin trends [00:58:00] Closing remarks and platform information Previous guests include: Rusty Matveev, Chief Strategy Officer at Calaxy; Andrew Lawrence, CEO and Co-Founder of Censo; Zac Townsend, CEO and Co-Founder of Meanwhile; Jesper Johansen, CEO and Co-Founder of Northstake; Tama Churchouse, COO of Cumberland Labs; Holly Wood of Boson Protocol; Sid Powell of Maple Finance; Chad Barraford of THORChain; and many others. Check out our three most downloaded episodes: Laying the Groundwork for a Billion-User Blockchain with Rich Rines, Contributor at Core DAO Staking the Future: From Blockchain Beginnings to Institutional Innovations with Chen Zhuling of RockX The Unstoppable Nature of Blockchain: A Conversation with Bonart Mati of Obligate Attention all blockchain, crypto, and Web3 professionals! If you're a founder, CEO, or expert doing something innovative in this space, we're interested in speaking to you! Apply to be a guest on our platform and connect with our vibrant community of blockchain professionals: https://fame.so/nnt-guest The Smart Economy Podcast is handcrafted by our friends over at fame.so…
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The Smart Economy Podcast: Real-World Blockchain Applications with Crypto, DeFi, NFTs, and DAOs
1 Building DeFi Infrastructure: From Zero to MEV Resistance with ParaSwap Founder Mounir Benchemled 55:43
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הפעל מאוחר יותר הפעל מאוחר יותר רשימות לייק אהבתיIn this episode of The Smart Economy Podcast, host Dylan Grabowski is joined by Mounir Benchemled, founder and CEO of ParaSwap, a platform in the decentralized finance landscape. Join them as they discuss: The features ParaSwap is bringing to the DeFi space Token approvals and security Regulatory landscape of DeFi Hybrid approaches to customer acquisition in DeFi The future of decentralized exchanges And much more! With a background rich in software development and blockchain technology, Mounir has not only led ParaSwap to raise $5.7 million from top-tier crypto investors but has also recently taken on the CEO role at Laita Labs, aiming to push the boundaries of DeFi products and infrastructure. Episode Highlights: [00:00] Intro [02:30] Discussion of what DeFi got right/wrong and stablecoins as the biggest success [05:44] Mounir shares his journey from Bitcoin in 2012 to leaving his CEO role in 2017 [10:58] B2B pivot: From retail focus to 85% partner volume integration [17:13] Regulatory landscape: EU's DeFi-friendly stance vs US restrictions [22:33] Chain expansion: Scaling beyond Ethereum to BSC, Polygon and L2s [26:04] ParaSwap Delta: New gasless, intent-based trading solution [29:19] March 2024 exploit: $24K initial breach leads to larger recovery mission [37:30] Hacker negotiations: Recovering 80% of funds through on-chain tracking [44:26] MEV insights: How the exploit improved MEV resistance strategies [46:19] OTC trading: Peer-to-peer and RFQ protocol capabilities [49:29] Token mechanics: PSP token utility and staking benefits [50:30] Airdrop lessons: Candid take on 2021 airdrop timing and mistakes Previous guests include: Rusty Matveev, Chief Strategy Officer at Calaxy; Andrew Lawrence, CEO and Co-Founder of Censo; Zac Townsend, CEO and Co-Founder of Meanwhile; Jesper Johansen, CEO and Co-Founder of Northstake; Tama Churchouse, COO of Cumberland Labs; Holly Wood of Boson Protocol; Sid Powell of Maple Finance; Chad Barraford of THORChain; and many others. Check out our three most downloaded episodes: Laying the Groundwork for a Billion-User Blockchain with Rich Rines, Contributor at Core DAO Staking the Future: From Blockchain Beginnings to Institutional Innovations with Chen Zhuling of RockX The Unstoppable Nature of Blockchain: A Conversation with Bonart Mati of Obligate Attention all blockchain, crypto, and Web3 professionals! If you're a founder, CEO, or expert doing something innovative in this space, we're interested in speaking to you! Apply to be a guest on our platform and connect with our vibrant community of blockchain professionals: https://fame.so/nnt-guest The Smart Economy Podcast is handcrafted by our friends over at fame.so…
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The Smart Economy Podcast: Real-World Blockchain Applications with Crypto, DeFi, NFTs, and DAOs
1 Building a Better Internet: Privacy as Web3's Missing Link with Anthony Day 58:13
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הפעל מאוחר יותר הפעל מאוחר יותר רשימות לייק אהבתיIn this episode of The Smart Economy Podcast, host Dylan Grabowski is joined by Anthony Day, head of strategy and marketing at Midnight, a Layer 1 protocol developed by Input Output (IOHK). Join them as they discuss: The importance of data protection and privacy more broadly and on-chain Why Web3 needs to be professionalized for mass adoption The value of blockchain for enterprise and large-scale entities How Midnight is building itself to be a fourth-generation blockchain network The multi-asset model for Midnight How the team is creating tools to onboard traditional and Web2 developers And much more! With a rich background in blockchain and Web3 technologies since 2016, Anthony has helped spearhead digital transformations across large organizations and startups. His extensive leadership experience in companies like Deloitte, IBM, and Parity Technologies has given him a unique perspective on integrating decentralized technologies into commercial and scalable business models. Episode Highlights: [00:00] Intro [02:17] The hidden cost of data sharing [07:58] Web3’s dark side [10:30] How blockchain won over Anthony [15:28] Why some companies won’t go on-chain [20:16] Why Web3 needs to professionalize for mass adoption [29:38] How crypto is changing finance [34:18] Betting big on Midnight and Web3 [38:52] Building the fourth-generation blockchain network [47:35] Why building privacy tech in the U.S. is a regulatory tightrope [51:07] The night & dust dual-token model [53:54] Countdown to Midnight launch Previous guests include: Rusty Matveev, Chief Strategy Officer at Calaxy; Andrew Lawrence, CEO and Co-Founder of Censo; Zac Townsend, CEO and Co-Founder of Meanwhile; Jesper Johansen, CEO and Co-Founder of Northstake; Tama Churchouse, COO of Cumberland Labs; Holly Wood of Boson Protocol; Sid Powell of Maple Finance; Chad Barraford of THORChain; and many others. Check out our three most downloaded episodes: Laying the Groundwork for a Billion-User Blockchain with Rich Rines, Contributor at Core DAO Staking the Future: From Blockchain Beginnings to Institutional Innovations with Chen Zhuling of RockX The Unstoppable Nature of Blockchain: A Conversation with Bonart Mati of Obligate Attention all blockchain, crypto, and Web3 professionals! If you're a founder, CEO, or expert doing something innovative in this space, we're interested in speaking to you! Apply to be a guest on our platform and connect with our vibrant community of blockchain professionals: https://fame.so/nnt-guest The Smart Economy Podcast is handcrafted by our friends over at fame.so…
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The Smart Economy Podcast: Real-World Blockchain Applications with Crypto, DeFi, NFTs, and DAOs
1 Covalent's Vision for the Future of Data and AI with Ganesh Swami 57:12
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הפעל מאוחר יותר הפעל מאוחר יותר רשימות לייק אהבתיIn this episode of The Smart Economy Podcast, host Dylan Grabowski is joined by Ganesh Swami, CEO and co-founder of Covalent. Join them as they: Explore the three facets of AI in blockchain: decentralized training, inference, and data Analyze Covalent's role in bridging Web2 and Web3 technologies Discuss the evolution of blockchain data needs from 2017 to the present Examine the development and importance of the Ethereum Wayback Machine Unpack the challenges and opportunities in blockchain infrastructure Delve into the future of AI and blockchain integration And much more! Ganesh Swami is the CEO and co-founder of Covalent, a company that started as a data analytics provider and has evolved into a comprehensive infrastructure services provider. With a background in physics and pharmaceutical research, Ganesh brings a unique perspective to blockchain technology and its potential for creating transparent, verifiable systems. Episode Highlights: [00:01:11] The three facets of AI in blockchain [00:06:09] Ganesh's journey into crypto and blockchain [00:10:07] Evolution of blockchain data needs [00:31:22] Covalent's clients and use cases [00:36:45] Supporting multiple blockchain networks [00:46:38] The Ethereum Wayback Machine and blockchain resilience [00:57:27] Future outlook and reasons for optimism Previous guests include: Rusty Matveev, Chief Strategy Officer at Calaxy; Andrew Lawrence, CEO and Co-Founder of Censo; Zac Townsend, CEO and Co-Founder of Meanwhile; Jesper Johansen, CEO and Co-Founder of Northstake; Tama Churchouse, COO of Cumberland Labs; Holly Wood of Boson Protocol; Sid Powell of Maple Finance; Chad Barraford of THORChain; and many others. Check out our three most downloaded episodes: Laying the Groundwork for a Billion-User Blockchain with Rich Rines, Contributor at Core DAO Staking the Future: From Blockchain Beginnings to Institutional Innovations with Chen Zhuling of RockX The Unstoppable Nature of Blockchain: A Conversation with Bonart Mati of Obligate Attention all blockchain, crypto, and Web3 professionals! If you're a founder, CEO, or expert doing something innovative in this space, we're interested in speaking to you! Apply to be a guest on our platform and connect with our vibrant community of blockchain professionals: https://fame.so/nnt-guest The Smart Economy Podcast is handcrafted by our friends over at fame.so…
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The Smart Economy Podcast: Real-World Blockchain Applications with Crypto, DeFi, NFTs, and DAOs
1 Transforming Cross-Chain Liquidity with JP Thor of THORChain 50:15
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הפעל מאוחר יותר הפעל מאוחר יותר רשימות לייק אהבתיIn this episode of The Smart Economy Podcast, host Dylan Grabowski is joined by JP Thor, Founder of THORChain, a network that facilitates native asset settlement between Bitcoin, Ethereum, BNB Chain, Avalanche, Cosmos Hub, Dogecoin, Bitcoin Cash, and Litecoin. Join them as they discuss: How THORChain is building a more interconnected DeFi ecosystem The possibilities of cross-chain liquidity Why SwapKit could be the key to decentralized wallet integration The role of RUNE in facilitating more secure and efficient cross-chain transactions And much more! JP is a founder, engineer, entrepreneur, and explorer. He was part of the Air Force and studied Aeronautical Engineering, graduating at the top of his year in 2009 with First Class Honors. After finishing his pilot training, he began Fighter training in 2012. In 2013, JP transitioned to crypto. In 2018, he began building THORChain under the pseudonym “Leena” along with a team of 5 engineers. Within 18 months of launching, THORChain reached a market value of $1 billion. If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe, rate, and review it on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Google Podcasts; instructions on how to do this are here . Episode Highlights: [00:00:00] Introduction [00:00:28] How close are we to mainstream crypto adoption? [00:02:56] From fighter jets to Bitcoin [00:17:40] Why liquidity is the answer [00:23:07] How THORChain approaches cross-chain swaps [00:29:40] How THORChain keeps your crypto safe [00:31:17] Is RUNE the secret ETF of crypto? [00:33:07] Why SwapKit could be the key to decentralized wallet integration [00:36:56] Censorship in decentralized networks [00:41:18] The secrets behind THORChain's resilient codebase [00:45:04] What the Kujira Alliance means for THORChain's app layer [00:50:41] The future of secure crypto transactions [00:55:11] Where can you find JP? Previous guests include: Rusty Matveev, Chief Strategy Officer at Calaxy; Andrew Lawrence, CEO and Co-Founder of Censo; Zac Townsend, CEO and Co-Founder of Meanwhile; Jesper Johansen, CEO and Co-Founder of Northstake; Tama Churchouse, COO of Cumberland Labs; Holly Wood of Boson Protocol; Sid Powell of Maple Finance; Chad Barraford of THORChain; and many others. Check out our three most downloaded episodes: Laying the Groundwork for a Billion-User Blockchain with Rich Rines, Contributor at Core DAO Staking the Future: From Blockchain Beginnings to Institutional Innovations with Chen Zhuling of RockX The Unstoppable Nature of Blockchain: A Conversation with Bonart Mati of Obligate Attention all blockchain, crypto, and Web3 professionals! If you're a founder, CEO, or expert doing something innovative in this space, we're interested in speaking to you! Apply to be a guest on our platform and connect with our vibrant community of blockchain professionals: https://fame.so/nnt-guest The Smart Economy Podcast is handcrafted by our friends over at fame.so…
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The Smart Economy Podcast: Real-World Blockchain Applications with Crypto, DeFi, NFTs, and DAOs
1 The Philosophy Behind Polkadot with Fabian Gompf of Web3 Foundation 52:48
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הפעל מאוחר יותר הפעל מאוחר יותר רשימות לייק אהבתיIn this episode of The Smart Economy Podcast, host Dylan Grabowski is joined by Fabian Gompf, Chief Executive Officer of the Web3 Foundation, created to nurture and steward technologies and applications in the field of decentralized web software protocols, particularly those that utilize modern cryptographic methods to safeguard decentralization for the benefit and stability of the Web3 ecosystem. Join them as they discuss: Polkadot's early days Practical and impractical uses for blockchain technologies Modular versus monolithic blockchains Why enterprise giants are eyeing Polkadot How Polkadot empowers its community The recent uproar about the Polkadot ecosystem’s treasury spending And much more! Fabian brings vast experience in blockchain and decentralized technologies, having been VP at Parity Technologies before leading the Web3 Foundation. With degrees in electrical engineering and business administration, he is dedicated to advancing Web3 technologies and empowering users to own their data and control their digital lives. His efforts aim to develop innovative applications and support a fair, decentralized internet, aligning with the foundation's mission to enable the next billion users to embrace self-custody in Web3. If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe, rate, and review it on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Google Podcasts; instructions on how to do this are here . Episode Highlights: [00:00:00] Introduction [00:00:18] From Oxford to Ethereum [00:05:38] Blockchain's evolution from cyberpunk dream to mainstream revolution [00:13:26] How Parity drives Polkadot's ecosystem forward [00:16:19] Modular versus monolithic blockchains [00:22:01] Why enterprise giants are eyeing Polkadot [00:26:52] Is blockchain gaming finally ready to go mainstream? [00:35:02] How Polkadot empowers its community [00:42:55] The Polkadot's treasury experiment that shook up the crypto world [00:48:38] What’s next for Polkadot’s future funding? [00:57:32] Why smaller, nimble teams succeed in Polkadot and Ethereum Previous guests include: Rusty Matveev, Chief Strategy Officer at Calaxy; Andrew Lawrence, CEO and Co-Founder of Censo; Zac Townsend, CEO and Co-Founder of Meanwhile; Jesper Johansen, CEO and Co-Founder of Northstake; Tama Churchouse, COO of Cumberland Labs; Holly Wood of Boson Protocol; Sid Powell of Maple Finance; Chad Barraford of THORChain; and many others. Check out our three most downloaded episodes: Laying the Groundwork for a Billion-User Blockchain with Rich Rines, Contributor at Core DAO Staking the Future: From Blockchain Beginnings to Institutional Innovations with Chen Zhuling of RockX The Unstoppable Nature of Blockchain: A Conversation with Bonart Mati of Obligate Attention all blockchain, crypto, and Web3 professionals! If you're a founder, CEO, or expert doing something innovative in this space, we're interested in speaking to you! Apply to be a guest on our platform and connect with our vibrant community of blockchain professionals: https://fame.so/nnt-guest The Smart Economy Podcast is handcrafted by our friends over at fame.so…
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The Smart Economy Podcast: Real-World Blockchain Applications with Crypto, DeFi, NFTs, and DAOs
1 Building the Cronos Tri-Blockchain Ecosystem with Ken Timsit 53:11
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הפעל מאוחר יותר הפעל מאוחר יותר רשימות לייק אהבתיIn this episode of The Smart Economy Podcast, host Dylan Grabowski is joined by Ken Timsit, head of Cronos Labs, a Web3 startup accelerator focusing on decentralized finance and blockchain games, and on developing the Cronos chain ecosystem. Join them as they discuss: Crypto as a viable solution to modern banking The relationships between centralized exchanges and their blockchain ecosystem counterparts How politics influences the regulatory crypto environment Cronos’ tri-blockchain ecosystem Lessons learned from building on the zkEVM and Cosmos tech stacks The forthcoming Cronos triple yield-bearing thesis for the zkCRO token And much more! Ken Timsit is a seasoned professional with vast experience in the blockchain and Web3 industries. He previously served as Chief Revenue Officer at Consensys, a Management Committee Member at the EU Blockchain Observatory and Forum, and Managing Director at ECKT. If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe, rate, and review it on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Google Podcasts; instructions on how to do this are here . Previous guests include: Rusty Matveev, Chief Strategy Officer at Calaxy; Andrew Lawrence, CEO and Co-Founder of Censo; Zac Townsend, CEO and Co-Founder of Meanwhile; Jesper Johansen, CEO and Co-Founder of Northstake; Tama Churchouse, COO of Cumberland Labs; Holly Wood of Boson Protocol; Sid Powell of Maple Finance; Chad Barraford of THORChain; and many others. Check out our three most downloaded episodes: Laying the Groundwork for a Billion-User Blockchain with Rich Rines, Contributor at Core DAO Staking the Future: From Blockchain Beginnings to Institutional Innovations with Chen Zhuling of RockX The Unstoppable Nature of Blockchain: A Conversation with Bonart Mati of Obligate Attention all blockchain, crypto, and Web3 professionals! If you're a founder, CEO, or expert doing something innovative in this space, we're interested in speaking to you! Apply to be a guest on our platform and connect with our vibrant community of blockchain professionals: https://fame.so/nnt-guest The Smart Economy Podcast is handcrafted by our friends over at fame.so…
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The Smart Economy Podcast: Real-World Blockchain Applications with Crypto, DeFi, NFTs, and DAOs
1 Bringing Gaming and Entertainment On-chain with Saga’s Rebecca Liao 1:01:18
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הפעל מאוחר יותר הפעל מאוחר יותר רשימות לייק אהבתיIn this episode of The Smart Economy Podcast, host Dylan Grabowski is joined by Rebecca Liao, co-founder and CEO of Saga, a protocol designed to simplify blockchain integration for game developers. Join them as they discuss: The challenges of onboarding Web2 indie game developers into the Web3 space How Saga's 'Indie Summer' initiative supports game developers in building and launching Web3 games The concept of cross-game economies and the benefits they offer to developers and players Saga's approach to intellectual property collaborations and ensuring scalability Alternative monetization strategies for indie games on Saga that don't rely heavily on tokens or NFTs The transformative potential of Web3 technologies in redefining gaming experiences Saga's goals for Gamescom and the long-term impacts of the 'Indie Summer' initiative The future of Web3 gaming and how Saga is preparing to lead and adapt to changes And much more! Rebecca's diverse background in law, politics, and blockchain technology provides unique insights into the evolving landscape of Web3 gaming. Her passion for empowering individuals through technological innovation and democratizing financial services shines through in her leadership at Saga. If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe, rate, and review it on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Google Podcasts; instructions on how to do this are here . Previous guests include: Rusty Matveev, Chief Strategy Officer at Calaxy; Andrew Lawrence, CEO and Co-Founder of Censo; Zac Townsend, CEO and Co-Founder of Meanwhile; Jesper Johansen, CEO and Co-Founder of Northstake; Tama Churchouse, COO of Cumberland Labs; Holly Wood of Boson Protocol; Sid Powell of Maple Finance; Chad Barraford of THORChain; and many others. Check out our three most downloaded episodes: Laying the Groundwork for a Billion-User Blockchain with Rich Rines, Contributor at Core DAO Staking the Future: From Blockchain Beginnings to Institutional Innovations with Chen Zhuling of RockX The Unstoppable Nature of Blockchain: A Conversation with Bonart Mati of Obligate Attention all blockchain, crypto, and Web3 professionals! If you're a founder, CEO, or expert doing something innovative in this space, we're interested in speaking to you! Apply to be a guest on our platform and connect with our vibrant community of blockchain professionals: https://fame.so/nnt-guest The Smart Economy Podcast is handcrafted by our friends over at fame.so…
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The Smart Economy Podcast: Real-World Blockchain Applications with Crypto, DeFi, NFTs, and DAOs
1 How ETFs Are Shaping the Future of Blockchain with Laurent Benayoun 55:00
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הפעל מאוחר יותר הפעל מאוחר יותר רשימות לייק אהבתיIn this episode of The Smart Economy Podcast, host Dylan Grabowski is joined by Laurent Benayoun, CEO of Acheron Trading, a financial services company that builds liquid markets for digital assets. Join them as they discuss: The rise of crypto-backed ETFs and their impact on the market The shift from trading pairs against Bitcoin to stablecoins like USDT and USDC Acheron Trading's role in providing essential liquidity to the crypto market The importance of staying ahead of evolving blockchain technologies and liquidity models Emerging trends in decentralized finance, including EVM-based models and Layer 2 solutions The uncertain future of crypto regulations and their potential implications And much more! Laurent joined Acheron Trading after the acquisition of HedgeTech. He is passionate about algorithmic trading strategies and market microstructure. In addition, Laurent serves as a peer reviewer for the Journal of Quantitative Finance, an expert for Alumni Ventures, an interviewer for the Master of Finance at Princeton, and a mentor for the Harvard Blockchain Incubator. If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe, rate, and review it on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Google Podcasts; instructions on how to do this are here . Previous guests include: Rusty Matveev, Chief Strategy Officer at Calaxy; Andrew Lawrence, CEO and Co-Founder of Censo; Zac Townsend, CEO and Co-Founder of Meanwhile; Jesper Johansen, CEO and Co-Founder of Northstake; Tama Churchouse, COO of Cumberland Labs; Holly Wood of Boson Protocol; Sid Powell of Maple Finance; Chad Barraford of THORChain; and many others. Check out our three most downloaded episodes: Laying the Groundwork for a Billion-User Blockchain with Rich Rines, Contributor at Core DAO Staking the Future: From Blockchain Beginnings to Institutional Innovations with Chen Zhuling of RockX The Unstoppable Nature of Blockchain: A Conversation with Bonart Mati of Obligate Attention all blockchain, crypto, and Web3 professionals! If you're a founder, CEO, or expert doing something innovative in this space, we're interested in speaking to you! Apply to be a guest on our platform and connect with our vibrant community of blockchain professionals: https://fame.so/nnt-guest The Smart Economy Podcast is handcrafted by our friends over at fame.so…
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The Smart Economy Podcast: Real-World Blockchain Applications with Crypto, DeFi, NFTs, and DAOs
1 Zero-Knowledge Proofs and the Future of Blockchain: Insights from Kurt Hemecker 55:39
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הפעל מאוחר יותר הפעל מאוחר יותר רשימות לייק אהבתיIn this episode of The Smart Economy Podcast , host Dylan Grabowski is joined by Kurt Hemecker, CEO of the Mina Foundation, the entity tasked with growing the ecosystem of the “world's lightest ZK blockchain.” Join them as they: Discuss the evolution of information and money-sharing protocols from Web0 to Web3 Explore Kurt's journey through the tech industry Delve into the importance of ZK technology for privacy, identity, and scaling solutions Analyze the growth of the Mina ecosystem and opportunities for builders Examine interoperability solutions offered by Mina's ZK technology Unpack the significance of having a programmable ZK Layer 1 blockchain And much more! Kurt Hemecker is the CEO of the Mina Foundation. With a background that spans from the pre-internet era to the current Web3 landscape, Kurt has experience across significant roles in telecom, payments, and blockchain. He was part of the initial team of the Libra Association (later renamed DM), where he played a pivotal role in navigating regulatory challenges and advocating for stablecoins. Kurt's extensive knowledge and innovative vision in blockchain and zero-knowledge technology position him as a respected leader in the sector. If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe, rate, and review it on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Google Podcasts; instructions on how to do this are here . Previous guests include: Rusty Matveev, Chief Strategy Officer at Calaxy; Andrew Lawrence, CEO and Co-Founder of Censo; Zac Townsend, CEO and Co-Founder of Meanwhile; Jesper Johansen, CEO and Co-Founder of Northstake; Tama Churchouse, COO of Cumberland Labs; Holly Wood of Boson Protocol; Sid Powell of Maple Finance; Chad Barraford of THORChain; and many others. Check out our three most downloaded episodes: Laying the Groundwork for a Billion-User Blockchain with Rich Rines, Contributor at Core DAO Staking the Future: From Blockchain Beginnings to Institutional Innovations with Chen Zhuling of RockX The Unstoppable Nature of Blockchain: A Conversation with Bonart Mati of Obligate Attention all blockchain, crypto, and Web3 professionals! If you're a founder, CEO, or expert doing something innovative in this space, we're interested in speaking to you! Apply to be a guest on our platform and connect with our vibrant community of blockchain professionals: https://fame.so/nnt-guest The Smart Economy Podcast is handcrafted by our friends over at fame.so…
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The Smart Economy Podcast: Real-World Blockchain Applications with Crypto, DeFi, NFTs, and DAOs
1 Cypherpunks and Open-Source Software: The Founding Ethos of Bitcoin with Max Hillebrand 54:45
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הפעל מאוחר יותר הפעל מאוחר יותר רשימות לייק אהבתיIn this episode of The Smart Economy Podcast , host Dylan Grabowski is joined by Max Hillebrand, CEO of zkSNACKs, a development team dedicated to building and implementing privacy solutions in the Bitcoin ecosystem. Join them as they: Shine a light on the importance of privacy in Bitcoin Unpack the cypherpunk ethos Delve into why and how cypherpunks continue to thrive amid regulatory challenges Analyze how Bitcoin is embracing the evolution of open-source innovations Discuss the historical context of money and the need for a stable digital currency Speculate on the road ahead for privacy and innovation And much more! Max Hillebrand is the CEO of zkSNACKs. With a deep understanding of Austrian economics and the cypherpunk ethos, Max has been actively involved in advancing technologies that foster financial privacy and security. Under his leadership, zkSNACKs has worked on creating cutting-edge tools like the Wasabi Wallet, emphasizing the importance of open-source software and freedom of information in the digital age. If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe, rate, and review it on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Google Podcasts; instructions on how to do this are here . Previous guests include: Rusty Matveev, Chief Strategy Officer at Calaxy; Andrew Lawrence, CEO and Co-Founder of Censo; Zac Townsend, CEO and Co-Founder of Meanwhile; Jesper Johansen, CEO and Co-Founder of Northstake; Tama Churchouse, COO of Cumberland Labs; Holly Wood of Boson Protocol; Sid Powell of Maple Finance; Chad Barraford of THORChain; and many others. Check out our three most downloaded episodes: Laying the Groundwork for a Billion-User Blockchain with Rich Rines, Contributor at Core DAO Staking the Future: From Blockchain Beginnings to Institutional Innovations with Chen Zhuling of RockX The Unstoppable Nature of Blockchain: A Conversation with Bonart Mati of Obligate Attention all blockchain, crypto, and Web3 professionals! If you're a founder, CEO, or expert doing something innovative in this space, we're interested in speaking to you! Apply to be a guest on our platform and connect with our vibrant community of blockchain professionals: https://fame.so/nnt-guest The Smart Economy Podcast is handcrafted by our friends over at fame.so…
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The Smart Economy Podcast: Real-World Blockchain Applications with Crypto, DeFi, NFTs, and DAOs
1 Uncovering the Stories of Crypto Builders: A Deep Dive into DeCential Media with Matt Leising 44:00
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הפעל מאוחר יותר הפעל מאוחר יותר רשימות לייק אהבתיIn this episode of The Smart Economy Podcast , host Dylan Grabowski is joined by Matt Leising, Co-founder of DeCential Media, a publication committed to telling the stories of founders, builders, and visionaries in the decentralized economy. Join them as they: Shine a light on the power of personal narratives in blockchain innovation Explore Matt’s journey from Bloomberg to DeCential Media Unpack the DAO Hack and the birth of Ethereum's resilience Analyze the challenges of traditional journalism in crypto media Delve into the future of blockchain innovation from a storyteller’s perspective Discuss Matt’s book, 'Out of the Ether' Examine DeCential Media's approach to blockchain storytelling and independence And much more! Matt Leising is the co-founder of DeCential Media. With a background in journalism, specifically at Bloomberg News, Matt has extensive experience in reporting on Wall Street and financial markets. He began covering crypto in 2015 as one of the first mainstream journalists to understand what the breakthrough of blockchain technology could mean for finance, culture, and industry in general. His expertise lies in the Ethereum blockchain world, where he knows the people who invented and then built the world’s most-used blockchain. He’s written extensively on the intersection of Wall Street and decentralized finance and how new peer-to-peer systems can change the way the current internet works. He’s one of the foremost experts on the Ethereum DAO hack and is the author of ‘Out of the Ether, the Amazing Story of Ethereum and the $55 Million Heist That Almost Destroyed It All’. If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe, rate, and review it on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Google Podcasts; instructions on how to do this are here . Previous guests include: Rusty Matveev, Chief Strategy Officer at Calaxy; Andrew Lawrence, CEO and Co-Founder of Censo; Zac Townsend, CEO and Co-Founder of Meanwhile; Jesper Johansen, CEO and Co-Founder of Northstake; Tama Churchouse, COO of Cumberland Labs; Holly Wood of Boson Protocol; Sid Powell of Maple Finance; Chad Barraford of THORChain; and many others. Check out our three most downloaded episodes: Laying the Groundwork for a Billion-User Blockchain with Rich Rines, Contributor at Core DAO Staking the Future: From Blockchain Beginnings to Institutional Innovations with Chen Zhuling of RockX The Unstoppable Nature of Blockchain: A Conversation with Bonart Mati of Obligate Attention all blockchain, crypto, and Web3 professionals! If you're a founder, CEO, or expert doing something innovative in this space, we're interested in speaking to you! Apply to be a guest on our platform and connect with our vibrant community of blockchain professionals: https://fame.so/nnt-guest The Smart Economy Podcast is handcrafted by our friends over at fame.so…
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The Smart Economy Podcast: Real-World Blockchain Applications with Crypto, DeFi, NFTs, and DAOs
1 Layer Two Rollups and Beyond: Enhancing Bitcoin's Ecosystem ft Pavel Sinelnikov 49:01
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הפעל מאוחר יותר הפעל מאוחר יותר רשימות לייק אהבתיIn this episode of The Smart Economy Podcast , host Dylan Grabowski is joined by Pavel Sinelnikov, Developer Relations Lead at ZKM, a network focusing on zero-knowledge virtual machines (ZKVM) for universal settlement. Join them as they: Discuss lessons learned in Ethereum growth and applying them to Bitcoin Analyze the importance of Proof of Work (PoW) and Proof of Stake (PoS) co-existing Unpack the different types of L2 rollups Delve into the ethos of decentralization and how ZKM applies that to its sequencer network Unpack how ZKM offers Sustainable Yield Generation Shine a light on ZKM’s decentralized sequencer network and the security that it offers And much more! Pavel Sinelnikov is the Developer Relations Lead at ZKM. With a strong background in blockchain technology and a keen interest in decentralized systems, Pavel has previously worked with notable blockchain projects like Metis, where he was instrumental in developer relations and ambassador coordination. He has also provided educational components on decentralized finance (DeFi) to prominent financial institutions like the Royal Bank of Canada. If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe, rate, and review it on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Google Podcasts; instructions on how to do this are here . Previous guests include: Rusty Matveev, Chief Strategy Officer at Calaxy; Andrew Lawrence, CEO and Co-Founder of Censo; Zac Townsend, CEO and Co-Founder of Meanwhile; Jesper Johansen, CEO and Co-Founder of Northstake; Tama Churchouse, COO of Cumberland Labs; Holly Wood of Boson Protocol; Sid Powell of Maple Finance; Chad Barraford of THORChain; and many others. Check out our three most downloaded episodes: Laying the Groundwork for a Billion-User Blockchain with Rich Rines, Contributor at Core DAO Staking the Future: From Blockchain Beginnings to Institutional Innovations with Chen Zhuling of RockX The Unstoppable Nature of Blockchain: A Conversation with Bonart Mati of Obligate Attention all blockchain, crypto, and Web3 professionals! If you're a founder, CEO, or expert doing something innovative in this space, we're interested in speaking to you! Apply to be a guest on our platform and connect with our vibrant community of blockchain professionals: https://fame.so/nnt-guest The Smart Economy Podcast is handcrafted by our friends over at fame.so…
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The Smart Economy Podcast: Real-World Blockchain Applications with Crypto, DeFi, NFTs, and DAOs
1 From Grants to Growth: How Gitcoin is Shaping the Future of Open Source Development with Meg Lister 49:30
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הפעל מאוחר יותר הפעל מאוחר יותר רשימות לייק אהבתיIn this episode of The Smart Economy Podcast , host Dylan Grabowski is joined by Meg Lister, General Manager of Grants Labs at Gitcoin, a platform that has helped to disseminate grant funding to more than 4,000 projects within the blockchain and cryptocurrency sectors. Join them as they: Discuss the catalytic effect of transparent funding mechanisms Analyze the success rates in grant funding Unpack the evolution of Gitcoin and the emergence of 2.0 Delve into the balance between centralized and decentralized processes in Gitcoin Unpack quadratic funding and the role of community contributions in Gitcoin Shine a light on Meg's perspective on finding a career aligned with personal missions And much more! Meg Lister is the General Manager of Grants Labs at Gitcoin, where she spearheads initiatives aimed to revolutionize grant funding through the use of blockchain technology. With a background in philosophy and environmental studies, Meg transitioned from a traditional tech career to the crypto industry, driven by a desire for transparency and equity in funding mechanisms. Meg's work emphasizes community-driven solutions and strategic use of open-source resources to foster a more just and accountable global ecosystem. Beyond her role at Gitcoin, Meg contributes to the broader crypto community through mentorship initiatives and as a key participant in industry discussions on policy and innovation at local and global levels. If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe, rate, and review it on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Google Podcasts; instructions on how to do this are here . Previous guests include: Rusty Matveev, Chief Strategy Officer at Calaxy; Andrew Lawrence, CEO and Co-Founder of Censo; Zac Townsend, CEO and Co-Founder of Meanwhile; Jesper Johansen, CEO and Co-Founder of Northstake; Tama Churchouse, COO of Cumberland Labs; Holly Wood of Boson Protocol; Sid Powell of Maple Finance; Chad Barraford of THORChain; and many others. Check out our three most downloaded episodes: Laying the Groundwork for a Billion-User Blockchain with Rich Rines, Contributor at Core DAO Staking the Future: From Blockchain Beginnings to Institutional Innovations with Chen Zhuling of RockX The Unstoppable Nature of Blockchain: A Conversation with Bonart Mati of Obligate Attention all blockchain, crypto, and Web3 professionals! If you're a founder, CEO, or expert doing something innovative in this space, we're interested in speaking to you! Apply to be a guest on our platform and connect with our vibrant community of blockchain professionals: https://fame.so/nnt-guest The Smart Economy Podcast is handcrafted by our friends over at fame.so…
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The Smart Economy Podcast: Real-World Blockchain Applications with Crypto, DeFi, NFTs, and DAOs
1 Building Bridges in Web3: Pontem's Blueprint for a Seamless Multi-Chain Ecosystem with Alejo Pinto 52:29
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הפעל מאוחר יותר הפעל מאוחר יותר רשימות לייק אהבתיIn this episode of The Smart Economy Podcast , host Dylan Grabowski is joined by Alejo Pinto, Co-Founder and Chief Growth Officer at Pontem, a product studio working toward global financial inclusion powered by blockchains. Join them as they: Discuss Pontem’s contribution to the evolving DeFi landscape Unpack the suite of products under the Pontem Network umbrella Examine how Pontem is building for a multi-chain world Shine a light on the significance of enabling people to transact freely in crypto Delve into the importance of building on the Move Virtual Machine Dive into Pontem's strategies to abstract blockchain specifics from the end user And much more! Alejo Pinto is the Co-Founder and Chief Growth Officer at Pontem Network, a product development studio building Move, as well as EVM-compatible applications and products to enable a more developer- and user-friendly Web3. He has an extensive background in the tech industry, including a significant stint at IBM, where he gained valuable experience in blockchain applications. Alejo's journey into the cryptocurrency space began around 2014 when he first discovered Bitcoin. This sparked his interest in blockchain technology and its potential to transform economic interactions on the internet. His expertise extends beyond just technical knowledge; he is deeply involved in developing applications that leverage different blockchain architectures to enhance transactional freedom and efficiency across various networks. If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe, rate, and review it on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Google Podcasts; instructions on how to do this are here . Previous guests include: Rusty Matveev, Chief Strategy Officer at Calaxy; Andrew Lawrence, CEO and Co-Founder of Censo; Zac Townsend, CEO and Co-Founder of Meanwhile; Jesper Johansen, CEO and Co-Founder of Northstake; Tama Churchouse, COO of Cumberland Labs; Holly Wood of Boson Protocol; Sid Powell of Maple Finance; Chad Barraford of THORChain; and many others. Check out our three most downloaded episodes: Laying the Groundwork for a Billion-User Blockchain with Rich Rines, Contributor at Core DAO Staking the Future: From Blockchain Beginnings to Institutional Innovations with Chen Zhuling of RockX The Unstoppable Nature of Blockchain: A Conversation with Bonart Mati of Obligate Attention all blockchain, crypto, and Web3 professionals! If you're a founder, CEO, or expert doing something innovative in this space, we're interested in speaking to you! Apply to be a guest on our platform and connect with our vibrant community of blockchain professionals: https://fame.so/nnt-guest The Smart Economy Podcast is handcrafted by our friends over at fame.so…
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The Smart Economy Podcast: Real-World Blockchain Applications with Crypto, DeFi, NFTs, and DAOs
1 Banking on Blockchain: From Permissionless Access to White-label Solutions with Caspar Sauter of D8X 49:21
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הפעל מאוחר יותר הפעל מאוחר יותר רשימות לייק אהבתיIn this episode of The Smart Economy Podcast , host Dylan Grabowski is joined by Caspar Sauter, the Co-founder of Quantena and D8X Exchange, a perpetual futures decentralized exchange. Join them as they: Explore D8X’s mission and the importance of building decentralized financial machines Discuss why D8X chose to focus on perpetual futures Delve into how D8X is building white-label solutions for banks and financial institutions Shine a light on the importance of cross-chain liquidity Unpack the lessons learned from being live on two chains Dive into the importance of privacy and oracle solutions in the DeFi space Examine the impact of Bitcoin halving Review the role of institutions in the crypto space And much more! Caspar Sauter is a seasoned expert in the field of quantitative economics with significant experience in the financial sector. Before co-founding D8X, a decentralized exchange focusing on perpetual futures, Caspar worked extensively at a large financial institution where he honed his skills in quantitative analysis and financial modeling. His academic background is equally impressive, marked by a PhD that explored the intersection of economics, political science, and social sciences, with a particular focus on the global distribution of emissions and economic activities. Caspar's transition from academia and traditional finance to the forefront of DeFi showcases his commitment to leveraging technology to create more transparent and fair financial systems. His work at D8X is particularly innovative, demonstrating his strategic vision of merging traditional financial mechanisms with the revolutionary potential of blockchain technology. If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe, rate, and review it on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Google Podcasts; instructions on how to do this are here . Previous guests include: Rusty Matveev, Chief Strategy Officer at Calaxy; Andrew Lawrence, CEO and Co-Founder of Censo; Zac Townsend, CEO and Co-Founder of Meanwhile; Jesper Johansen, CEO and Co-Founder of Northstake; Tama Churchouse, COO of Cumberland Labs; Holly Wood of Boson Protocol; Sid Powell of Maple Finance; Chad Barraford of THORChain; and many others. Check out our three most downloaded episodes: Laying the Groundwork for a Billion-User Blockchain with Rich Rines, Contributor at Core DAO Staking the Future: From Blockchain Beginnings to Institutional Innovations with Chen Zhuling of RockX The Unstoppable Nature of Blockchain: A Conversation with Bonart Mati of Obligate Attention all blockchain, crypto, and Web3 professionals! If you're a founder, CEO, or expert doing something innovative in this space, we're interested in speaking to you! Apply to be a guest on our platform and connect with our vibrant community of blockchain professionals: https://fame.so/nnt-guest The Smart Economy Podcast is handcrafted by our friends over at fame.so…
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The Smart Economy Podcast: Real-World Blockchain Applications with Crypto, DeFi, NFTs, and DAOs
1 Chain Abstraction: Agoric's Vision for Seamless Blockchain Integration with Rowland Graus 55:01
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הפעל מאוחר יותר הפעל מאוחר יותר רשימות לייק אהבתיIn this episode of The Smart Economy Podcast, host Dylan Grabowski is joined by Rowland Graus, Director of Product Management & Developer Relations at Agoric, a smart contract platform designed to enhance the usability of blockchain networks for end users. Join them as they: Explore Agoric's approach to blockchain and smart contracts Discuss Agoric's specialized smart contract platform for JavaScript developers Delve into Agoric's focus on cross-chain interoperability within and outside the Cosmos Interchain Shine a light on key lessons learned from attracting new builders to the Agoric platform Unpack how MetaMask leveraged Agoric's Hardened JavaScript toolkit for Snaps Examine Agoric's approach to chain abstraction, simplifying cross-chain operations for users Review Agoric’s vision for stablecoins and their integration into the ecosystem Dive into Rowland’s perspective on the evolving blockchain developer landscape And much more! Rowland Graus is the Director of Product Management & Developer Relations at Agoric. Involved in the blockchain and crypto space since 2016, Rowland brings a strong background in economics and product management to his role. His professional journey is marked by a passion for innovation and the challenges of building new and transformative technologies in the evolving blockchain landscape. At Agoric, Rowland has been instrumental in advancing chain abstraction techniques that unify fragmented liquidity across blockchain networks. His leadership and deep understanding of economic principles drive the strategic development of Agoric’s products, aiming to keep the platform on the cutting edge of the smart economy. If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe, rate, and review it on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Google Podcasts; instructions on how to do this are here . Previous guests include: Rusty Matveev, Chief Strategy Officer at Calaxy; Andrew Lawrence, CEO and Co-Founder of Censo; Zac Townsend, CEO and Co-Founder of Meanwhile; Jesper Johansen, CEO and Co-Founder of Northstake; Tama Churchouse, COO of Cumberland Labs; Holly Wood of Boson Protocol; Sid Powell of Maple Finance; Chad Barraford of THORChain; and many others. Check out our three most downloaded episodes: Laying the Groundwork for a Billion-User Blockchain with Rich Rines, Contributor at Core DAO Staking the Future: From Blockchain Beginnings to Institutional Innovations with Chen Zhuling of RockX The Unstoppable Nature of Blockchain: A Conversation with Bonart Mati of Obligate Attention all blockchain, crypto, and Web3 professionals! If you're a founder, CEO, or expert doing something innovative in this space, we're interested in speaking to you! Apply to be a guest on our platform and connect with our vibrant community of blockchain professionals: https://fame.so/nnt-guest The Smart Economy Podcast is handcrafted by our friends over at fame.so…
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The Smart Economy Podcast: Real-World Blockchain Applications with Crypto, DeFi, NFTs, and DAOs
1 From Seed to Shelf: Dimitra's Mission to Transform Agriculture with Jon Trask 58:00
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הפעל מאוחר יותר הפעל מאוחר יותר רשימות לייק אהבתיIn this episode of The Smart Economy Podcast , host Dylan Grabowski is joined by Jon Trask, CEO and founder of Dimitra, an AgTech company that leverages cutting-edge technology to help farmers increase yields, reduce expenses, and mitigate risks. Join them as they: Unpack how Dimitra leverages blockchain to empower farmers Discuss the various technologies integrated by the Dimitra Platform Delve into Dimitra's analytics value to governments and banks Weigh in on the immediate impact of Dimitra's technology on various stakeholders Shine a light on on-chain deforestation-related transactions estimates Explore the many use cases and learning opportunities for farmers through the Dimitra application And much more! Jon Trask is the CEO and founder of Dimitra. With a background in programming and cryptography, John has been involved in the blockchain space since 2011. He has extensive experience in supply chain management and has worked with various organizations and governments to implement blockchain solutions in the agriculture sector. Jon has worked for companies like ISO - International Organization for Standardization, the Blockchain Research Institute, and the Government Blockchain Association. If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe, rate, and review it on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Google Podcasts; instructions on how to do this are here . Previous guests include: Rusty Matveev, Chief Strategy Officer at Calaxy; Andrew Lawrence, CEO and Co-Founder of Censo; Zac Townsend, CEO and Co-Founder of Meanwhile; Jesper Johansen, CEO and Co-Founder of Northstake; Tama Churchouse, COO of Cumberland Labs; Holly Wood of Boson Protocol; Sid Powell of Maple Finance; Chad Barraford of THORChain; and many others. Check out our three most downloaded episodes: Laying the Groundwork for a Billion-User Blockchain with Rich Rines, Contributor at Core DAO Staking the Future: From Blockchain Beginnings to Institutional Innovations with Chen Zhuling of RockX The Unstoppable Nature of Blockchain: A Conversation with Bonart Mati of Obligate Attention all blockchain, crypto, and Web3 professionals! If you're a founder, CEO, or expert doing something innovative in this space, we're interested in speaking to you! Apply to be a guest on our platform and connect with our vibrant community of blockchain professionals: https://fame.so/nnt-guest The Smart Economy Podcast is handcrafted by our friends over at fame.so…
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The Smart Economy Podcast: Real-World Blockchain Applications with Crypto, DeFi, NFTs, and DAOs
1 Surviving the Ups and Downs: Building a Resilient Non-Custodial Exchange with Andreas Brekken of SideShift 49:12
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הפעל מאוחר יותר הפעל מאוחר יותר רשימות לייק אהבתיIn this episode of The Smart Economy Podcast , host Dylan Grabowski is joined by Andreas Brekken, the Founder of SideShift, a non-custodial exchange dedicated to seamless onboarding and user privacy. Join them as they: Unpack the evolution of exchanges in the past 10 years Discuss Andreas’ foray into crypto and building his first exchange Delve into the rise of SideShift Shine a light on the importance of user privacy and zero registration Weigh in on building a blockchain company for bull and bear cycles Explore SideShift’s recent successes and the future And much more! Andreas Brekken is the founder of SideShift. He is also the founder and writer of the weekly Shitcoin.com Newsletter and Co-Host of the Shitcoin.com Podcast. With a background in programming, Andreas has been involved in the cryptocurrency space since 2011. He built his first exchange, Justcoin, from scratch in 2013 and worked as a software engineer at Kraken. If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe, rate, and review it on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Google Podcasts; instructions on how to do this are here . Previous guests include: Rusty Matveev, Chief Strategy Officer at Calaxy; Andrew Lawrence, CEO and Co-Founder of Censo; Zac Townsend, CEO and Co-Founder of Meanwhile; Jesper Johansen, CEO and Co-Founder of Northstake; Tama Churchouse, COO of Cumberland Labs; Holly Wood of Boson Protocol; Sid Powell of Maple Finance; Chad Barraford of THORChain; and many others. Check out our three most downloaded episodes: Laying the Groundwork for a Billion-User Blockchain with Rich Rines, Contributor at Core DAO Staking the Future: From Blockchain Beginnings to Institutional Innovations with Chen Zhuling of RockX The Unstoppable Nature of Blockchain: A Conversation with Bonart Mati of Obligate Attention all blockchain, crypto, and Web3 professionals! If you're a founder, CEO, or expert doing something innovative in this space, we're interested in speaking to you! Apply to be a guest on our platform and connect with our vibrant community of blockchain professionals: https://fame.so/nnt-guest The Smart Economy Podcast is handcrafted by our friends over at fame.so…
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The Smart Economy Podcast: Real-World Blockchain Applications with Crypto, DeFi, NFTs, and DAOs
1 Building a Faster, Cheaper Blockchain: Gnosis Chain Explained with Philippe Schommers of Gnosis 50:38
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הפעל מאוחר יותר הפעל מאוחר יותר רשימות לייק אהבתיIn this episode of The Smart Economy Podcast, host Dylan Grabowski is joined by Philippe Schommers, the Head of Infrastructure at Gnosis, an entity that has been at the forefront of building decentralized infrastructure for the Ethereum ecosystem since its inception in 2015. Join them as they: Unpack the history of the Gnosis ecosystem and its various products Discuss how Gnosis Chain is similar to, but different from, the Ethereum Chain Shine a light on the importance of building MEV resistance into its core protocol Delve into how governance impacts infrastructural development Weigh in on the various technical aspects of Gnosis Chain and the broader ecosystem And much more! Philippe Schommers is the Head of Infrastructure at Gnosis. With a deep understanding of blockchain technology and its potential, Philippe has played a crucial role in the development of Gnosis' various products and services. He is known for his expertise in Layer 1 and Layer 2 solutions, as well as his contributions to the Gnosis Chain. If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe, rate, and review it on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Google Podcasts; instructions on how to do this are here . Previous guests include: Rusty Matveev, Chief Strategy Officer at Calaxy; Andrew Lawrence, CEO and Co-Founder of Censo; Zac Townsend, CEO and Co-Founder of Meanwhile; Jesper Johansen, CEO and Co-Founder of Northstake; Tama Churchouse, COO of Cumberland Labs; Holly Wood of Boson Protocol; Sid Powell of Maple Finance; Chad Barraford of THORChain; and many others. Check out our three most downloaded episodes: Laying the Groundwork for a Billion-User Blockchain with Rich Rines, Contributor at Core DAO Staking the Future: From Blockchain Beginnings to Institutional Innovations with Chen Zhuling of RockX The Unstoppable Nature of Blockchain: A Conversation with Bonart Mati of Obligate Attention all blockchain, crypto, and Web3 professionals! If you're a founder, CEO, or expert doing something innovative in this space, we're interested in speaking to you! Apply to be a guest on our platform and connect with our vibrant community of blockchain professionals: https://fame.so/nnt-guest The Smart Economy Podcast is handcrafted by our friends over at fame.so…
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The Smart Economy Podcast: Real-World Blockchain Applications with Crypto, DeFi, NFTs, and DAOs
1 Building Privacy-First Blockchain Solutions: A Conversation with Peyman Momeni of Fairblock 54:28
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הפעל מאוחר יותר הפעל מאוחר יותר רשימות לייק אהבתיIn this episode of The Smart Economy Podcast, host Dylan Grabowski speaks with Peyman Momeni, CEO and Co-Founder of Fairblock, to uncover the vital role privacy plays in decentralized systems. They delve into the urgent need for privacy solutions to combat the negative perceptions surrounding this technology. Peyman shares his unique perspective shaped by his experiences in Iran, where access to open finance is restricted. Discover how Fairblock prioritizes ease of use for developers and seamless cross-chain integration. Join them as they: Explore how privacy technologies can protect user data and facilitate financial freedom within DeFi protocols. Examine ways enhanced privacy features revolutionize governance structures. Uncover groundbreaking potential within the gaming sector when privacy is at the forefront. Discuss the challenges and strategies to overcome resistance to privacy solutions in the crypto space. Analyze the importance of collaboration between developers and privacy innovators for mainstream adoption. And much more! Peyman Momeni is the CEO and Co-Founder of Fairblock , a leading innovator in privacy-preserving blockchain applications. His mission is driven by a deep understanding of the consequences arising from a lack of individual privacy and its impact on people's lives. Peyman and his team are dedicated to creating solutions that empower users, enhance the functionality of blockchains, and pave the way for widespread adoption of privacy-centric Web3. If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe, rate, and review it on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Google Podcasts; instructions on how to do this are here . Previous guests include: Rusty Matveev, Chief Strategy Officer at Calaxy; Andrew Lawrence, CEO and Co-Founder of Censo; Zac Townsend, CEO and Co-Founder of Meanwhile; Jesper Johansen, CEO and Co-Founder of Northstake; Tama Churchouse, COO of Cumberland Labs; Holly Wood of Boson Protocol; Sid Powell of Maple Finance; Chad Barraford of THORChain; and many others. Check out our three most downloaded episodes: Laying the Groundwork for a Billion-User Blockchain with Rich Rines, Contributor at Core DAO Staking the Future: From Blockchain Beginnings to Institutional Innovations with Chen Zhuling of RockX The Unstoppable Nature of Blockchain: A Conversation with Bonart Mati of Obligate Attention all blockchain, crypto, and Web3 professionals! If you're a founder, CEO, or expert doing something innovative in this space, we're interested in speaking to you! Apply to be a guest on our platform and connect with our vibrant community of blockchain professionals: https://fame.so/nnt-guest The Smart Economy Podcast is handcrafted by our friends over at fame.so…
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The Smart Economy Podcast: Real-World Blockchain Applications with Crypto, DeFi, NFTs, and DAOs
1 Bridging Blockchain Innovation and Real-World Utility with Sunny Lu of VeChain 57:10
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הפעל מאוחר יותר הפעל מאוחר יותר רשימות לייק אהבתיIn this episode of The Smart Economy Podcast, host Dylan Grabowski is joined by Sunny Lu, Co-Founder and CEO of VeChain Foundation, the Foundation tasked with growing VeChainThor, an enterprise-grade L1 public blockchain platform, aiming to spearhead a digital revolution through sustainable and highly scalable smart contract technologies. Join them as they: Shine a light on Web3’s potential for real-world impact Discuss Sunny’s journey into the blockchain space Unpack the importance of the VeChain enterprise Delve into the criticality of community engagement Weigh in on the state of the blockchain industry and the path towards mass adoption. And much more! Sunny Lu is the CEO and Co-Founder of the VeChain Foundation. He entered the blockchain space in 2013 and has since played a pivotal role in applying blockchain technology to real-world enterprise solutions. With a past as the Chief Information Officer for global brands such as Louis Vuitton, Sunny has used his expertise to bridge technology with business, leading VeChain to become one of the most reputable platforms in the blockchain industry. If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe, rate, and review it on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Google Podcasts; instructions on how to do this are here . Previous guests include: Rusty Matveev, Chief Strategy Officer at Calaxy; Andrew Lawrence, CEO and Co-Founder of Censo; Zac Townsend, CEO and Co-Founder of Meanwhile; Jesper Johansen, CEO and Co-Founder of Northstake; Tama Churchouse, COO of Cumberland Labs; Holly Wood of Boson Protocol; Sid Powell of Maple Finance; Chad Barraford of THORChain; and many others. Check out our three most downloaded episodes: Laying the Groundwork for a Billion-User Blockchain with Rich Rines, Contributor at Core DAO Staking the Future: From Blockchain Beginnings to Institutional Innovations with Chen Zhuling of RockX The Unstoppable Nature of Blockchain: A Conversation with Bonart Mati of Obligate Attention all blockchain, crypto, and Web3 professionals! If you're a founder, CEO, or expert doing something innovative in this space, we're interested in speaking to you! Apply to be a guest on our platform and connect with our vibrant community of blockchain professionals: https://fame.so/nnt-guest The Smart Economy Podcast is handcrafted by our friends over at fame.so…
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The Smart Economy Podcast: Real-World Blockchain Applications with Crypto, DeFi, NFTs, and DAOs
1 Bridging Institutions and Decentralized Networks: Decent's Approach with Parker McCurley 53:32
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הפעל מאוחר יותר הפעל מאוחר יותר רשימות לייק אהבתיIn this episode of The Smart Economy Podcast, host Dylan Grabowski is joined by Parker McCurley, Co-Founder and CEO of DecentDAO, a builder collective creating DAO, DeFi, and other Web3 toolings and services for institutional and retail clients. Join them as they: Discuss lessons learned from navigating multiple crypto cycles Examine the inner workings of DecentDao Shine a light on DecentDao’s Ethereum ethos Unpack DecentDao’s product offerings Weigh in on the educational value of open-source communities Delve into Parker’s journey into the blockchain space And much more! Parker McCurley is the Co-Founder and CEO of DecentDAO. With a background in software development and a passion for cryptocurrency, Parker has been involved in the industry since 2017. At DecentDAO, he is dedicated to building privacy-focused tools for institutional DeFi and is committed to the vision of decentralizing the financial system. If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe, rate, and review it on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Google Podcasts; instructions on how to do this are here . Previous guests include: Rusty Matveev, Chief Strategy Officer at Calaxy; Andrew Lawrence, CEO and Co-Founder of Censo; Zac Townsend, CEO and Co-Founder of Meanwhile; Jesper Johansen, CEO and Co-Founder of Northstake; Tama Churchouse, COO of Cumberland Labs; Holly Wood of Boson Protocol; Sid Powell of Maple Finance; Chad Barraford of THORChain; and many others. Check out our three most downloaded episodes: Laying the Groundwork for a Billion-User Blockchain with Rich Rines, Contributor at Core DAO Staking the Future: From Blockchain Beginnings to Institutional Innovations with Chen Zhuling of RockX The Unstoppable Nature of Blockchain: A Conversation with Bonart Mati of Obligate Attention all blockchain, crypto, and Web3 professionals! If you're a founder, CEO, or expert doing something innovative in this space, we're interested in speaking to you! Apply to be a guest on our platform and connect with our vibrant community of blockchain professionals: https://fame.so/nnt-guest The Smart Economy Podcast is handcrafted by our friends over at fame.so…
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The Smart Economy Podcast: Real-World Blockchain Applications with Crypto, DeFi, NFTs, and DAOs
1 Landslide Network: Bridging the Gap Between Avalanche & Cosmos with Nathan Windsor 51:45
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הפעל מאוחר יותר הפעל מאוחר יותר רשימות לייק אהבתיIn this episode of The Smart Economy Podcast, host Dylan Grabowski is joined by Nathan Windsor, the CEO and Co-Founder of Landslide Network, an IBC-enabled Avalanche subnet that allows any Cosmos-based dApp to run natively on the Avalanche network. Join them as they: Unpack the differences between Avalanche and Cosmos at a protocol level Shine a light on the power of the IBC Protocol Weigh in on the strength of an Avalanche-Cosmos bridge Examine the role of permissioned and permissionless Blockchain networks Discuss Nathan’s journey into the blockchain space And much more! Nathan Windsor is the CEO and Co-Founder of Landslide Network. He is a seasoned entrepreneur, business leader, and blockchain enthusiast with a track record of founding and scaling technology companies. If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe, rate, and review it on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Google Podcasts; instructions on how to do this are here . Previous guests include: Rusty Matveev, Chief Strategy Officer at Calaxy; Andrew Lawrence, CEO and Co-Founder of Censo; Zac Townsend, CEO and Co-Founder of Meanwhile; Jesper Johansen, CEO and Co-Founder of Northstake; Tama Churchouse, COO of Cumberland Labs; Holly Wood of Boson Protocol; Sid Powell of Maple Finance; Chad Barraford of THORChain; and many others. Check out our three most downloaded episodes: Laying the Groundwork for a Billion-User Blockchain with Rich Rines, Contributor at Core DAO Staking the Future: From Blockchain Beginnings to Institutional Innovations with Chen Zhuling of RockX The Unstoppable Nature of Blockchain: A Conversation with Bonart Mati of Obligate Attention all blockchain, crypto, and Web3 professionals! If you're a founder, CEO, or expert doing something innovative in this space, we're interested in speaking to you! Apply to be a guest on our platform and connect with our vibrant community of blockchain professionals: https://fame.so/nnt-guest The Smart Economy Podcast is handcrafted by our friends over at fame.so…
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The Smart Economy Podcast: Real-World Blockchain Applications with Crypto, DeFi, NFTs, and DAOs
1 Decentralized Bridges: Nomic's Vision for Connecting Bitcoin and Cosmos with Matt Bell 52:28
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הפעל מאוחר יותר הפעל מאוחר יותר רשימות לייק אהבתיIn this episode of The Smart Economy Podcast , host Dylan Grabowski is joined by Matt Bell, the CEO and Co-Founder of Turbofish, a team working on Nomic, a layer one blockchain that offers a decentralized, non-custodial Bitcoin bridge into the Cosmos ecosystem. Join them as they: Shine a light on Nomic’s mission Weigh in on the issue with Bitcoin’s untapped liquidity Unpack the technical aspects of Nomic Examine the broader implications of bridging the gap between Bitcoin and other ecosystems Discuss Matt’s journey into the crypto space And much more! Matt Bell is the CEO and Co-Founder of Turbofish. Matt has been involved in the crypto industry since 2011 and has worked at various crypto companies, including Protocol Labs, where he contributed to the development of IPFS and Filecoin. If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe, rate, and review it on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Google Podcasts; instructions on how to do this are here . Previous guests include: Rusty Matveev, Chief Strategy Officer at Calaxy; Andrew Lawrence, CEO and Co-Founder of Censo; Zac Townsend, CEO and Co-Founder of Meanwhile; Jesper Johansen, CEO and Co-Founder of Northstake; Tama Churchouse, COO of Cumberland Labs; Holly Wood of Boson Protocol; Sid Powell of Maple Finance; Chad Barraford of THORChain; and many others. Check out our three most downloaded episodes: Laying the Groundwork for a Billion-User Blockchain with Rich Rines, Contributor at Core DAO Staking the Future: From Blockchain Beginnings to Institutional Innovations with Chen Zhuling of RockX The Unstoppable Nature of Blockchain: A Conversation with Bonart Mati of Obligate Attention all blockchain, crypto, and Web3 professionals! If you're a founder, CEO, or expert doing something innovative in this space, we're interested in speaking to you! Apply to be a guest on our platform and connect with our vibrant community of blockchain professionals: https://fame.so/nnt-guest The Smart Economy Podcast is handcrafted by our friends over at fame.so…
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The Smart Economy Podcast: Real-World Blockchain Applications with Crypto, DeFi, NFTs, and DAOs
1 Building a Next-Generation Stablecoin: The Vision of Verified USD Foundation with Matthew Commons 54:49
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הפעל מאוחר יותר הפעל מאוחר יותר רשימות לייק אהבתיIn this episode of The Smart Economy Podcast , host Dylan Grabowski is joined by Matthew Commons, President of the Verified USD Foundation, an independent entity accountable for USDV, dedicated to nurturing a stablecoin ecosystem that enables equitable value-sharing of benefits among its community of contributors. Join them as they: Weigh in on the Verified USD Foundation’s vision of building a next-generation stablecoin Delve into the inner workings of the Verified USD Foundation Examine the impact of permissionless stablecoins on the next wave of users Unpack the technical aspects of the ColorTrace algorithm Shine a light on the Verified USD Foundation’s mission to bridge centralized and decentralized finance Discuss Matthew’s journey into the crypto space And much more! Matthew Commons is President of the Verified USD Foundation, Founder and President of Commons Partners, and the Co-Founder of Cambridge Blockchain. His experience as a successful founder, CEO, and CFO includes leading global expansion, raising capital, and building strategic partnerships with institutions such as PayPal, Goldman Sachs, Digital Currency Group, Foxconn, and Kleiner Perkins. If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe, rate, and review it on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Google Podcasts; instructions on how to do this are here . Previous guests include: Rusty Matveev, Chief Strategy Officer at Calaxy; Andrew Lawrence, CEO and Co-Founder of Censo; Zac Townsend, CEO and Co-Founder of Meanwhile; Jesper Johansen, CEO and Co-Founder of Northstake; Tama Churchouse, COO of Cumberland Labs; Holly Wood of Boson Protocol; Sid Powell of Maple Finance; Chad Barraford of THORChain; and many others. Check out our three most downloaded episodes: Laying the Groundwork for a Billion-User Blockchain with Rich Rines, Contributor at Core DAO Staking the Future: From Blockchain Beginnings to Institutional Innovations with Chen Zhuling of RockX The Unstoppable Nature of Blockchain: A Conversation with Bonart Mati of Obligate Attention all blockchain, crypto, and Web3 professionals! If you're a founder, CEO, or expert doing something innovative in this space, we're interested in speaking to you! Apply to be a guest on our platform and connect with our vibrant community of blockchain professionals: https://fame.so/nnt-guest The Smart Economy Podcast is handcrafted by our friends over at fame.so…
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The Smart Economy Podcast: Real-World Blockchain Applications with Crypto, DeFi, NFTs, and DAOs
1 Arcade: Unlocking Liquidity through NFT Lending with Gabe Frank 53:37
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הפעל מאוחר יותר הפעל מאוחר יותר רשימות לייק אהבתיIn this episode of The Smart Economy Podcast , host Dylan Grabowski is joined by Gabe Frank, the Founder of Arcade.xyz, a DeFi protocol on Ethereum that specializes in NFT lending. It operates as a non-custodial Web3 application and financial “super app” for NFTs and other unique on-chain assets. Join them as they: Weigh in on the current state of the NFT space Discuss Gabe’s journey into crypto Delve into the mechanics of NFT lending on Arcade Explore the technical infrastructure and integration of Arcade’s platform Weigh up the importance of KYT and transaction monitoring Examine the role of the Arcade DAO Shine a light on the future of NFT lending And much more! Gabe Frank is the Founder of Arcade.xyz and the Co-Founder and CEO of Non-fungible Technologies. He has been involved in the crypto space since 2018 and has experience in custodial services and institutional digital asset wallets, having previously worked at BitGo and Curve. If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe, rate, and review it on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Google Podcasts; instructions on how to do this are here . Previous guests include: Rusty Matveev, Chief Strategy Officer at Calaxy; Andrew Lawrence, CEO and Co-Founder of Censo; Zac Townsend, CEO and Co-Founder of Meanwhile; Jesper Johansen, CEO and Co-Founder of Northstake; Tama Churchouse, COO of Cumberland Labs; Holly Wood of Boson Protocol; Sid Powell of Maple Finance; Chad Barraford of THORChain; and many others. Check out our three most downloaded episodes: Laying the Groundwork for a Billion-User Blockchain with Rich Rines, Contributor at Core DAO Staking the Future: From Blockchain Beginnings to Institutional Innovations with Chen Zhuling of RockX The Unstoppable Nature of Blockchain: A Conversation with Bonart Mati of Obligate Attention all blockchain, crypto, and Web3 professionals! If you're a founder, CEO, or expert doing something innovative in this space, we're interested in speaking to you! Apply to be a guest on our platform and connect with our vibrant community of blockchain professionals: https://fame.so/nnt-guest The Smart Economy Podcast is handcrafted by our friends over at fame.so…
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The Smart Economy Podcast: Real-World Blockchain Applications with Crypto, DeFi, NFTs, and DAOs
1 The Power of One Global State Machine with Austin Federa, Head of Strategy at Solana Foundation 1:00:57
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הפעל מאוחר יותר הפעל מאוחר יותר רשימות לייק אהבתיIn this episode of The Smart Economy Podcast , host Dylan Grabowski is joined by Austin Federa, Head of Strategy at Solana Foundation, an organization dedicated to the decentralization, growth, and security of the Solana network. Join them as they: Discuss Solana’s resilience in the face of adversity Shine a light on the unique features of the Solana ecosystem Weigh in on the recent Validator Health Report Delve into Solana’s growing network performance Explore Solana’s recent partnerships with Visa and Shopify Weigh up the importance of social consensus and governance Examine the future of Solana and the blockchain industry And much more! Austin Federa is the current Head of Strategy at the Solana Foundation. He is also the host of the Solana Foundation’s podcast, Validated. Austin previously served as Head of Communications at Solana Labs. If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe, rate, and review it on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Google Podcasts; instructions on how to do this are here . Previous guests include: Rusty Matveev, Chief Strategy Officer at Calaxy; Andrew Lawrence, CEO and Co-Founder of Censo; Zac Townsend, CEO and Co-Founder of Meanwhile; Jesper Johansen, CEO and Co-Founder of Northstake; Tama Churchouse, COO of Cumberland Labs; Holly Wood of Boson Protocol; Sid Powell of Maple Finance; Chad Barraford of THORChain; and many others. Check out our three most downloaded episodes: Laying the Groundwork for a Billion-User Blockchain with Rich Rines, Contributor at Core DAO Staking the Future: From Blockchain Beginnings to Institutional Innovations with Chen Zhuling of RockX The Unstoppable Nature of Blockchain: A Conversation with Bonart Mati of Obligate Attention all blockchain, crypto, and Web3 professionals! If you're a founder, CEO, or expert doing something innovative in this space, we're interested in speaking to you! Apply to be a guest on our platform and connect with our vibrant community of blockchain professionals: https://fame.so/nnt-guest The Smart Economy Podcast is handcrafted by our friends over at fame.so…
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The Smart Economy Podcast: Real-World Blockchain Applications with Crypto, DeFi, NFTs, and DAOs
1 Decentralizing Decentralization: The Evolution of Multi-Chain Infrastructure with Fig from Squid 51:41
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הפעל מאוחר יותר הפעל מאוחר יותר רשימות לייק אהבתיIn this episode of The Smart Economy Podcast, host Dylan Grabowski is joined by Fig, Co-Founder of Squid, a cross-chain liquidity and messaging router built on Axelar, that enables seamless transactions between different blockchains , and allows applications to implement fast, secure, and seamless cross-chain logic into their products. Join them as they: Discuss how cross-chain infrastructure enhances the resiliency of blockchains Explore Fig’s journey into blockchain Delve into the challenges and opportunities of multi-chain user experiences Unpack Squid's role in connecting different chains Shine a light on the value of security and speed in cross-chain transactions Weigh in on Squid’s future And so much more! Fig is the Co-Founder of Squid, a cross-chain infrastructure platform in the Axelar ecosystem. Prior to building Squid, Fig was initially drawn to a career in medicine due to its intricate systems and the chance to positively impact lives, but he quickly realized that its stringent oversight dampened his innate creative spirit. Seeking an avenue to channel his artistic and technical inclinations, he ventured into music and coding. In the world of crypto, Fig found a harmonious blend of intricate systems, boundless creativity, and an environment that valued merit and innovation. The decentralized ethos of the blockchain space appealed to his sensibilities, guiding him to the forefront of the industry. If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe, rate, and review it on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Google Podcasts; instructions on how to do this are here . Previous guests include: Rusty Matveev, Chief Strategy Officer at Calaxy; Andrew Lawrence, CEO and Co-Founder of Censo; Zac Townsend, CEO and Co-Founder of Meanwhile; Jesper Johansen, CEO and Co-Founder of Northstake; Tama Churchouse, COO of Cumberland Labs; Holly Wood of Boson Protocol; Sid Powell of Maple Finance; Chad Barraford of THORChain; and many others. Check out our three most downloaded episodes: Laying the Groundwork for a Billion-User Blockchain with Rich Rines, Contributor at Core DAO Staking the Future: From Blockchain Beginnings to Institutional Innovations with Chen Zhuling of RockX The Unstoppable Nature of Blockchain: A Conversation with Bonart Mati of Obligate Attention all blockchain, crypto, and Web3 professionals! If you're a founder, CEO, or expert doing something innovative in this space, we're interested in speaking to you! Apply to be a guest on our platform and connect with our vibrant community of blockchain professionals: https://fame.so/nnt-guest The Smart Economy Podcast is handcrafted by our friends over at fame.so…
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The Smart Economy Podcast: Real-World Blockchain Applications with Crypto, DeFi, NFTs, and DAOs
1 Beyond Centralization: How Grove Infrastructure is Changing the Blockchain Landscape with Michael O'Rourke 48:52
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הפעל מאוחר יותר הפעל מאוחר יותר רשימות לייק אהבתיIn this episode of The Smart Economy Podcast, host Dylan Grabowski is joined by Michael O'Rourke, Co-Founder & CEO of Pocket Network and CEO of Grove. A powerful gateway to the decentralized world, Grove is a blockchain data platform built on top of Pocket Network, providing apps with reliable, performant, and cost-effective access to blockchain data. Backed by 20,000+ independent, globally distributed nodes, Grove enables teams to deliver a multi-chain user experience at scale. Join them as they: Discuss how decentralized infrastructures empower users and companies Delve into the importance of decentralization in combating nation-state attacks on networks Explain the need for decentralized systems to differentiate supply and demand to enable businesses to build on both sides of the infrastructure Unpack the intricacies of the Grove infrastructure and RPC nodes Shine a light on the DePIN revolution and its impact on the future of the industry Weigh in on Grove and Pocket Network’s role in the DePIN ecosystem Discuss Michael’s journey into scalable, decentralized infrastructure And so much more! Michael O'Rourke is the Co-Founder & CEO of Pocket Network and CEO of Grove, a blockchain data platform built on top of Pocket Network, providing apps with reliable, performant, and cost-effective access to blockchain data. Prior to building Pocket Network, he owned and operated a blockchain development agency, and was on the ground level of Tampa Bay’s largest Bitcoin/Crypto meetup and consultancy, Blockspaces, with a focus on teaching developers Solidity. Michael first got into Bitcoin in 2013, and his interests quickly grew much deeper. In 2016, writing smart contracts and making discoveries in API services for Ethereum gave Michael a unique perspective on what is required to provide a vertically and horizontally scalable infrastructure service in a decentralized manner. If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe, rate, and review it on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Google Podcasts; instructions on how to do this are here . Previous guests include: Rusty Matveev, Chief Strategy Officer at Calaxy; Andrew Lawrence, CEO and Co-Founder of Censo; Zac Townsend, CEO and Co-Founder of Meanwhile; Jesper Johansen, CEO and Co-Founder of Northstake; Tama Churchouse, COO of Cumberland Labs; Holly Wood of Boson Protocol; Sid Powell of Maple Finance; Chad Barraford of THORChain; and many others. Check out our three most downloaded episodes: Laying the Groundwork for a Billion-User Blockchain with Rich Rines, Contributor at Core DAO Staking the Future: From Blockchain Beginnings to Institutional Innovations with Chen Zhuling of RockX The Unstoppable Nature of Blockchain: A Conversation with Bonart Mati of Obligate Attention all blockchain, crypto, and Web3 professionals! If you're a founder, CEO, or expert doing something innovative in this space, we're interested in speaking to you! Apply to be a guest on our platform and connect with our vibrant community of blockchain professionals: https://fame.so/nnt-guest The Smart Economy Podcast is handcrafted by our friends over at fame.so…
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The Smart Economy Podcast: Real-World Blockchain Applications with Crypto, DeFi, NFTs, and DAOs
1 The Unstoppable Nature of Blockchain: A Conversation with Bonart Mati of Obligate 48:41
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הפעל מאוחר יותר הפעל מאוחר יותר רשימות לייק אהבתיIn this episode of The Smart Economy Podcast, host Dylan Grabowski is joined by Bonart Mati, Chief Growth Officer of Obligate. Obligate allows companies to issue on-chain bonds and commercial paper to receive funding from investors in a regulated DeFi environment. Join them as they: Shine a light on the unstoppable nature of DeFi and blockchain technology Discuss Bonart’s journey from fintech to DeFi Weigh in on the importance of regulation and legal frameworks in the DeFi space Delve into tokenization and its potential to revolutionize capital markets Explore the potential of on-chain bonds for regulated decentralized applications (dApps) Discuss the future of the blockchain and crypto industry And so much more! Bonart Mati is currently the Chief Growth Officer of Obligate, a platform and marketplace that helps companies issue on-chain bonds and commercial paper to obtain funding from a variety of different investors. With a background in fintech and finance, Bonart has extensive experience in the industry, including working at Deutsche Bank and GE. He joined Obligate in 2021 and is passionate about leveraging blockchain technology to solve real-world problems and make finance more inclusive. If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe, rate, and review it on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Google Podcasts; instructions on how to do this are here . Previous guests include: Rusty Matveev, Chief Strategy Officer at Calaxy; Andrew Lawrence, CEO and Co-Founder of Censo; Zac Townsend, CEO and Co-Founder of Meanwhile; Jesper Johansen, CEO and Co-Founder of Northstake; Tama Churchouse, COO of Cumberland Labs; Holly Wood of Boson Protocol; Sid Powell of Maple Finance; Chad Barraford of THORChain; and many others. Check out our three most downloaded episodes: Laying the Groundwork for a Billion-User Blockchain with Rich Rines, Contributor at Core DAO Staking the Future: From Blockchain Beginnings to Institutional Innovations with Chen Zhuling of RockX The Unstoppable Nature of Blockchain: A Conversation with Bonart Mati of Obligate Attention all blockchain, crypto, and Web3 professionals! If you're a founder, CEO, or expert doing something innovative in this space, we're interested in speaking to you! Apply to be a guest on our platform and connect with our vibrant community of blockchain professionals: https://fame.so/nnt-guest The Smart Economy Podcast is handcrafted by our friends over at fame.so…
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The Smart Economy Podcast: Real-World Blockchain Applications with Crypto, DeFi, NFTs, and DAOs
1 Laying the Groundwork for a Billion-User Blockchain with Rich Rines, Contributor at Core DAO 56:31
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הפעל מאוחר יותר הפעל מאוחר יותר רשימות לייק אהבתיIn this episode of The Smart Economy Podcast , host Dylan Grabowski is joined by Rich Rines, Contributor at Core DAO, the official decentralized organization developing the Core blockchain network, a Bitcoin hash-powered and EVM-compatible blockchain. Join them as they: Discuss Rich’s journey from working at Coinbase to joining Core DAO Shine a light on the importance of account abstraction and self-custody for mainstream crypto adoption Touch on the blockchain trilemma Explore the Satoshi Plus consensus protocol, which combines proof of work and proof of stake to prioritize decentralization Weigh in on the multi-chain thesis and the interoperability of different blockchain networks Delve into Core DAO's dedication to building a decentralized community And much more! Rich Rines is currently a Contributor at Core DAO, which is at the forefront of blockchain innovation by crafting the Core blockchain network. He is also the Founder of AutoReach, a game-changing sales dialer that augments connect rates by over 30% and multiplies talk time by more than 300%, ensuring enriched interactions with prospects. Rich previously led engineering initiatives surrounding money movements at Coinbase. If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe, rate, and review it on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Google Podcasts; instructions on how to do this are here . Previous guests include: Rusty Matveev, Chief Strategy Officer at Calaxy; Andrew Lawrence, CEO and Co-Founder of Censo; Zac Townsend, CEO and Co-Founder of Meanwhile; Jesper Johansen, CEO and Co-Founder of Northstake; Tama Churchouse, COO of Cumberland Labs; Holly Wood of Boson Protocol; Sid Powell of Maple Finance; Chad Barraford of THORChain; and many others. Check out our three most downloaded episodes: Laying the Groundwork for a Billion-User Blockchain with Rich Rines, Contributor at Core DAO Staking the Future: From Blockchain Beginnings to Institutional Innovations with Chen Zhuling of RockX The Unstoppable Nature of Blockchain: A Conversation with Bonart Mati of Obligate Attention all blockchain, crypto, and Web3 professionals! If you're a founder, CEO, or expert doing something innovative in this space, we're interested in speaking to you! Apply to be a guest on our platform and connect with our vibrant community of blockchain professionals: https://fame.so/nnt-guest The Smart Economy Podcast is handcrafted by our friends over at fame.so…
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The Smart Economy Podcast: Real-World Blockchain Applications with Crypto, DeFi, NFTs, and DAOs
1 Staking the Future: From Blockchain Beginnings to Institutional Innovations with Chen Zhuling of RockX 51:38
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הפעל מאוחר יותר הפעל מאוחר יותר רשימות לייק אהבתיIn this episode of The Smart Economy Podcast, host Dylan Grabowski is joined by Chen Zhuling, CEO and Founder of RockX, Asia’s leading enterprise-grade blockchain infrastructure and non-custodial staking provider. Join them as they: Talk about the early days of Bitcoin in Asia Delve into building a delegated proof of stake blockchain network Explore the evolving market driven by dApp usage Shine a light on the role of staking in securing blockchain networks Weigh in on the opportunities and constraints of liquid staking Discuss how institutional clients can join a distributed validator network Discuss the future of staking as a service Chen Zhuling is the CEO and Founder of RockX, a non-custodial staking and access node API provider. He is also the Co-Founder of Aelf, a cloud-powered public blockchain for businesses. With a background in engineering and strategy consulting, Zhuling has been involved in the crypto space since 2017 and is passionate about building infrastructure for the blockchain industry. If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe, rate, and review it on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Google Podcasts; instructions on how to do this are here . Previous guests include: Rusty Matveev, Chief Strategy Officer at Calaxy; Andrew Lawrence, CEO and Co-Founder of Censo; Zac Townsend, CEO and Co-Founder of Meanwhile; Jesper Johansen, CEO and Co-Founder of Northstake; Tama Churchouse, COO of Cumberland Labs; Holly Wood of Boson Protocol; Sid Powell of Maple Finance; Chad Barraford of THORChain; and many others. Check out our three most downloaded episodes: Laying the Groundwork for a Billion-User Blockchain with Rich Rines, Contributor at Core DAO Staking the Future: From Blockchain Beginnings to Institutional Innovations with Chen Zhuling of RockX The Unstoppable Nature of Blockchain: A Conversation with Bonart Mati of Obligate Attention all blockchain, crypto, and Web3 professionals! If you're a founder, CEO, or expert doing something innovative in this space, we're interested in speaking to you! Apply to be a guest on our platform and connect with our vibrant community of blockchain professionals: https://fame.so/nnt-guest The Smart Economy Podcast is handcrafted by our friends over at fame.so…
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The Smart Economy Podcast: Real-World Blockchain Applications with Crypto, DeFi, NFTs, and DAOs
1 Building for the Creator Economy: How Calaxy is Charting a New Future with Rusty Matveev 1:01:42
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הפעל מאוחר יותר הפעל מאוחר יותר רשימות לייק אהבתיIn this episode of The Smart Economy Podcast, host Dylan Grabowski is joined by Rusty Matveev, Chief Strategy Officer at Calaxy. Join them as they: Talk about Rusty’s journey to Calaxy Weigh in on the rise of Web3 and the resurgence of the Metaverse Delve into how Calaxy is building a platform to empower creators Shine a light on the importance of user experience in Web3 Unpack how Calaxy is contributing to the future of the creative economy Discuss network characteristics for social media platforms Explore what’s on the horizon for Calaxy Rusty Matveev is the Chief Strategy Officer at Calaxy, a next-generation social marketplace revolutionizing creator monetization and fan engagement by connecting them through curated content, communication forums, and digital collectibles. Rusty has a background in entrepreneurship, investing, and software development. If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe, rate, and review it on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Google Podcasts; instructions on how to do this are here . Previous guests include: Rusty Matveev, Chief Strategy Officer at Calaxy; Andrew Lawrence, CEO and Co-Founder of Censo; Zac Townsend, CEO and Co-Founder of Meanwhile; Jesper Johansen, CEO and Co-Founder of Northstake; Tama Churchouse, COO of Cumberland Labs; Holly Wood of Boson Protocol; Sid Powell of Maple Finance; Chad Barraford of THORChain; and many others. Check out our three most downloaded episodes: Laying the Groundwork for a Billion-User Blockchain with Rich Rines, Contributor at Core DAO Staking the Future: From Blockchain Beginnings to Institutional Innovations with Chen Zhuling of RockX The Unstoppable Nature of Blockchain: A Conversation with Bonart Mati of Obligate Attention all blockchain, crypto, and Web3 professionals! If you're a founder, CEO, or expert doing something innovative in this space, we're interested in speaking to you! Apply to be a guest on our platform and connect with our vibrant community of blockchain professionals: https://fame.so/nnt-guest The Smart Economy Podcast is handcrafted by our friends over at fame.so…
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The Smart Economy Podcast: Real-World Blockchain Applications with Crypto, DeFi, NFTs, and DAOs
1 The Rise of Self-Sovereignty: Reimagining Digital Asset Custody with Andrew Lawrence of Censo 56:53
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הפעל מאוחר יותר הפעל מאוחר יותר רשימות לייק אהבתיIn this episode of The Smart Economy Podcast, host Dylan Grabowski is joined by Andrew Lawrence, CEO and Co-Founder of Censo. Join them as they: Talk about Andrew's background and early interest in blockchain Weigh in on self-sovereignty in holding digital assets Delve into Censo's self-custody and key management approach Shine a light on hierarchical key management Explore the role of mobile phones and biometrics in Censo’s ecosystem Discuss the pros and cons of building open-source solutions Delve into the future of self-sovereign digital asset management Andrew Lawrence is the CEO and Co-Founder of Censo, a pioneering FinTech company that provides self-custody and private key management solutions for organizations to better manage and protect their digital assets. Andrew has a diverse background in financial markets and has been involved in the crypto space since 2012. If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe, rate, and review it on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Google Podcasts; instructions on how to do this are here . To stay in the loop, subscribe to our YouTube channel and follow us on Twitter/X , TikTok , and LinkedIn . Episode Highlights: [00:02:12] Recognizing the Power of Blockchain - Andrew’s journey into the world of blockchain began in 2012 when he stumbled upon the Bitcoin whitepaper. As a veteran of the financial markets, he immediately recognized the potential of blockchain technology. He saw a powerful parallel between the organization of blockchains and the mutual balances and credit systems used in traditional finance. This realization sparked his interest and set him on a path to explore the possibilities of blockchain technology. [00:10:44] The Importance of Self-Sovereignty - Andrew strongly believes that the core principles of self-sovereignty and decentralization are imperative for the success and longevity of the crypto ecosystem. Historically, value was stored in tangible entities like gold or food, under the custody of a centralized entity. Today, digital assets offer inherent self-sovereignty. Yet, many organizations still opt for centralized solutions to manage their digital assets, due to regulatory constraints and the complexities surrounding key management. Although central custodians provide an easier, though potentially risky, solution, many choose them for their convenience. To truly harness the potential of the crypto movement, Andrew believes in the need for decentralization and self-sovereignty. [00:25:04] Seedless Sovereignty in Key Management - Censo gives users and organizations total sovereignty over their keys and assets, while eradicating the complexities and vulnerabilities traditionally associated with key management. Their solution is built on open-source, decentralized software that runs on clients' hardware, ensuring full control and non-extractability of keys. This system interacts with on-chain policy engines and establishes a secure trust connection between keys and users' mobile devices, with encryption safeguarded by the phones' hardware security modules. The unique feature of Censo's approach is its seedless key management. If a user loses a key, it can be cryptographically reconstructed via a multi-approver transaction. [00:29:09] The Pivotal Role of Mobile Phones and Biometric Authentication - The Censo ecosystem integrates mobile phones as the core of its security approach. According to Andrew, mobile phones are the most secure individual computing devices available due to their hardware security modules from which keys cannot be extracted. The Censo system ties a user's identity to key signing through biometric authentication. It operates in two parts: a web app for initiating transactions and mobile phones for signing and approving them. The biometric gating of the phone's secure enclave ensures the keys remain inaccessible and secure. This entire mechanism guarantees that sensitive activities demanding trust are controlled by the users via their phones or contracts. Previous guests include: Rusty Matveev, Chief Strategy Officer at Calaxy; Andrew Lawrence, CEO and Co-Founder of Censo; Zac Townsend, CEO and Co-Founder of Meanwhile; Jesper Johansen, CEO and Co-Founder of Northstake; Tama Churchouse, COO of Cumberland Labs; Holly Wood of Boson Protocol; Sid Powell of Maple Finance; Chad Barraford of THORChain; and many others. Check out our three most downloaded episodes: Laying the Groundwork for a Billion-User Blockchain with Rich Rines, Contributor at Core DAO Staking the Future: From Blockchain Beginnings to Institutional Innovations with Chen Zhuling of RockX The Unstoppable Nature of Blockchain: A Conversation with Bonart Mati of Obligate Attention all blockchain, crypto, and Web3 professionals! If you're a founder, CEO, or expert doing something innovative in this space, we're interested in speaking to you! Apply to be a guest on our platform and connect with our vibrant community of blockchain professionals: https://fame.so/nnt-guest The Smart Economy Podcast is handcrafted by our friends over at fame.so…
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The Smart Economy Podcast: Real-World Blockchain Applications with Crypto, DeFi, NFTs, and DAOs
1 S1E43 - Zac Townsend - Meanwhile | BTC-backed Life Insurance 58:01
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הפעל מאוחר יותר הפעל מאוחר יותר רשימות לייק אהבתיEpisode Notes In this episode of the Smart Economy Podcast, we speak with Zac Townsend , CEO and co-founder of Meanwhile , the first and only life insurance company denominated in Bitcoin. Discussion topics include using technology to improve institutional processes, how life insurance can ensure Bitcoin’s longevity, the product Meanwhile offers and the types of customers they seek, and how life insurance can be a part of a balanced financial portfolio. To stay in the loop, subscribe to our YouTube channel and follow us on Twitter/X , TikTok , and LinkedIn . Previous guests include: Rusty Matveev, Chief Strategy Officer at Calaxy; Andrew Lawrence, CEO and Co-Founder of Censo; Zac Townsend, CEO and Co-Founder of Meanwhile; Jesper Johansen, CEO and Co-Founder of Northstake; Tama Churchouse, COO of Cumberland Labs; Holly Wood of Boson Protocol; Sid Powell of Maple Finance; Chad Barraford of THORChain; and many others. Check out our three most downloaded episodes: Laying the Groundwork for a Billion-User Blockchain with Rich Rines, Contributor at Core DAO Staking the Future: From Blockchain Beginnings to Institutional Innovations with Chen Zhuling of RockX The Unstoppable Nature of Blockchain: A Conversation with Bonart Mati of Obligate Attention all blockchain, crypto, and Web3 professionals! If you're a founder, CEO, or expert doing something innovative in this space, we're interested in speaking to you! Apply to be a guest on our platform and connect with our vibrant community of blockchain professionals: https://fame.so/nnt-guest The Smart Economy Podcast is handcrafted by our friends over at fame.so…
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The Smart Economy Podcast: Real-World Blockchain Applications with Crypto, DeFi, NFTs, and DAOs
1 S1E42 - Jesper Johansen - Northstake | Onboarding the Institutions 49:50
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הפעל מאוחר יותר הפעל מאוחר יותר רשימות לייק אהבתיEpisode Notes In this episode of the Smart Economy Podcast, we speak with Jesper Johansen , CEO and co-founder of Northstake , which builds streamlined and regulatory-compliant staking products for institution-grade investors and clients. Topics include the significance of MiCA legislation in Europe, building businesses off Proof-of-Stake blockchain networks, how Northstake provides secure staking services to institutional clients, and plans to launch an ETH staking-based alternative investment fund. To stay in the loop, subscribe to our YouTube channel and follow us on Twitter/X , TikTok , and LinkedIn . Previous guests include: Rusty Matveev, Chief Strategy Officer at Calaxy; Andrew Lawrence, CEO and Co-Founder of Censo; Zac Townsend, CEO and Co-Founder of Meanwhile; Jesper Johansen, CEO and Co-Founder of Northstake; Tama Churchouse, COO of Cumberland Labs; Holly Wood of Boson Protocol; Sid Powell of Maple Finance; Chad Barraford of THORChain; and many others. Check out our three most downloaded episodes: Laying the Groundwork for a Billion-User Blockchain with Rich Rines, Contributor at Core DAO Staking the Future: From Blockchain Beginnings to Institutional Innovations with Chen Zhuling of RockX The Unstoppable Nature of Blockchain: A Conversation with Bonart Mati of Obligate Attention all blockchain, crypto, and Web3 professionals! If you're a founder, CEO, or expert doing something innovative in this space, we're interested in speaking to you! Apply to be a guest on our platform and connect with our vibrant community of blockchain professionals: https://fame.so/nnt-guest The Smart Economy Podcast is handcrafted by our friends over at fame.so…
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The Smart Economy Podcast: Real-World Blockchain Applications with Crypto, DeFi, NFTs, and DAOs
1 S1E41 - Tama Churchouse - Cumberland Labs | Incubating Web3 Solutions 47:21
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הפעל מאוחר יותר הפעל מאוחר יותר רשימות לייק אהבתיEpisode Notes In this episode of the Smart Economy Podcast, we speak with Tama Churchouse , COO of Cumberland Labs , a global blockchain incubator comprised of blockchain developers, product managers, researchers, traders, and former founders. Topics discussed include getting Bitcoin in 2013, lessons learned as a VC in the EOS ecosystem, the four P’s of incubating a new business, and recently launched Cumberland Labs products. To stay in the loop, subscribe to our YouTube channel and follow us on Twitter and TikTok . Previous guests include: Rusty Matveev, Chief Strategy Officer at Calaxy; Andrew Lawrence, CEO and Co-Founder of Censo; Zac Townsend, CEO and Co-Founder of Meanwhile; Jesper Johansen, CEO and Co-Founder of Northstake; Tama Churchouse, COO of Cumberland Labs; Holly Wood of Boson Protocol; Sid Powell of Maple Finance; Chad Barraford of THORChain; and many others. Check out our three most downloaded episodes: Laying the Groundwork for a Billion-User Blockchain with Rich Rines, Contributor at Core DAO Staking the Future: From Blockchain Beginnings to Institutional Innovations with Chen Zhuling of RockX The Unstoppable Nature of Blockchain: A Conversation with Bonart Mati of Obligate Attention all blockchain, crypto, and Web3 professionals! If you're a founder, CEO, or expert doing something innovative in this space, we're interested in speaking to you! Apply to be a guest on our platform and connect with our vibrant community of blockchain professionals: https://fame.so/nnt-guest The Smart Economy Podcast is handcrafted by our friends over at fame.so…
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The Smart Economy Podcast: Real-World Blockchain Applications with Crypto, DeFi, NFTs, and DAOs
1 S1E40 - Holly Wood - Boson Protocol | Big Brands, Phygitals, and NFTs 34:35
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הפעל מאוחר יותר הפעל מאוחר יותר רשימות לייק אהבתיEpisode Notes In this episode of the Smart Economy Podcast, we speak with Holly Wood , Director of Business Development at Boson Protocol . Topics discussed include working with grassroots creatives and big brands, how Web3 launches have similar vibes to brand launches for verticals like streetwear, the prevalence of in-house Web3 teams and staff at big brands, and phygitals/digi-physical items. To stay in the loop, subscribe to our YouTube channel and follow us on Twitter and TikTok . Previous guests include: Rusty Matveev, Chief Strategy Officer at Calaxy; Andrew Lawrence, CEO and Co-Founder of Censo; Zac Townsend, CEO and Co-Founder of Meanwhile; Jesper Johansen, CEO and Co-Founder of Northstake; Tama Churchouse, COO of Cumberland Labs; Holly Wood of Boson Protocol; Sid Powell of Maple Finance; Chad Barraford of THORChain; and many others. Check out our three most downloaded episodes: Laying the Groundwork for a Billion-User Blockchain with Rich Rines, Contributor at Core DAO Staking the Future: From Blockchain Beginnings to Institutional Innovations with Chen Zhuling of RockX The Unstoppable Nature of Blockchain: A Conversation with Bonart Mati of Obligate Attention all blockchain, crypto, and Web3 professionals! If you're a founder, CEO, or expert doing something innovative in this space, we're interested in speaking to you! Apply to be a guest on our platform and connect with our vibrant community of blockchain professionals: https://fame.so/nnt-guest The Smart Economy Podcast is handcrafted by our friends over at fame.so…
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The Smart Economy Podcast: Real-World Blockchain Applications with Crypto, DeFi, NFTs, and DAOs
1 S1E39 - Oliver Linch - Bittrex Global | Navigating the Global Regulatory Seas 56:11
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הפעל מאוחר יותר הפעל מאוחר יותר רשימות לייק אהבתיEpisode Notes In this episode of the Smart Economy Podcast , we speak with Oliver Linch , CEO of Bittrex Global . Topics discussed include the difference between Bittrex Global and Bittrex, Bittrex Global’s forthcoming conversations with US regulators, and various different regulatory guidelines across different jurisdictions in the world. To stay in the loop, subscribe to our YouTube channel and follow us on Twitter and TikTok . Previous guests include: Rusty Matveev, Chief Strategy Officer at Calaxy; Andrew Lawrence, CEO and Co-Founder of Censo; Zac Townsend, CEO and Co-Founder of Meanwhile; Jesper Johansen, CEO and Co-Founder of Northstake; Tama Churchouse, COO of Cumberland Labs; Holly Wood of Boson Protocol; Sid Powell of Maple Finance; Chad Barraford of THORChain; and many others. Check out our three most downloaded episodes: Laying the Groundwork for a Billion-User Blockchain with Rich Rines, Contributor at Core DAO Staking the Future: From Blockchain Beginnings to Institutional Innovations with Chen Zhuling of RockX The Unstoppable Nature of Blockchain: A Conversation with Bonart Mati of Obligate Attention all blockchain, crypto, and Web3 professionals! If you're a founder, CEO, or expert doing something innovative in this space, we're interested in speaking to you! Apply to be a guest on our platform and connect with our vibrant community of blockchain professionals: https://fame.so/nnt-guest The Smart Economy Podcast is handcrafted by our friends over at fame.so…
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The Smart Economy Podcast: Real-World Blockchain Applications with Crypto, DeFi, NFTs, and DAOs
1 S1E38 - Aaron Kaplan - Prometheum | The Path to Becoming the First Securities-Compliant Exchange in the US 52:08
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הפעל מאוחר יותר הפעל מאוחר יותר רשימות לייק אהבתיEpisode Notes In this episode of the Smart Economy Podcast , we speak with Aaron Kaplan , founder and co-CEO of Prometheum . Topics of discussion include wanting to build a regulatory-compliant exchange in 2013, how he felt like a crazy person talking about securities laws during the ETH ICO, incubating Prometheum, how Prometheum is posed to be the first regulatory compliant digital asset custodian in the US, and the path forward for crypto in the US. To stay in the loop, subscribe to our YouTube channel and follow us on Twitter and TikTok . Previous guests include: Rusty Matveev, Chief Strategy Officer at Calaxy; Andrew Lawrence, CEO and Co-Founder of Censo; Zac Townsend, CEO and Co-Founder of Meanwhile; Jesper Johansen, CEO and Co-Founder of Northstake; Tama Churchouse, COO of Cumberland Labs; Holly Wood of Boson Protocol; Sid Powell of Maple Finance; Chad Barraford of THORChain; and many others. Check out our three most downloaded episodes: Laying the Groundwork for a Billion-User Blockchain with Rich Rines, Contributor at Core DAO Staking the Future: From Blockchain Beginnings to Institutional Innovations with Chen Zhuling of RockX The Unstoppable Nature of Blockchain: A Conversation with Bonart Mati of Obligate Attention all blockchain, crypto, and Web3 professionals! If you're a founder, CEO, or expert doing something innovative in this space, we're interested in speaking to you! Apply to be a guest on our platform and connect with our vibrant community of blockchain professionals: https://fame.so/nnt-guest The Smart Economy Podcast is handcrafted by our friends over at fame.so…
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The Smart Economy Podcast: Real-World Blockchain Applications with Crypto, DeFi, NFTs, and DAOs
1 S1E37 - Lars Seier Christensen - Concordium | From Internet to Blockchain: Seeing What Others Couldn't 58:59
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הפעל מאוחר יותר הפעל מאוחר יותר רשימות לייק אהבתיEpisode Notes In this episode of the Smart Economy Podcast, we speak with Lars Seier Christensen , Chairman at Concordium Foundation . Topics discussed include building an online trading platform in the early days of the internet, new technology and adoption cycles, the importance of digital identification, discovering Bitcoin, and how Concordium seeks to provide certain features that other blockchains don’t natively provide. To stay in the loop, subscribe to our YouTube channel and follow us on Twitter and TikTok . Previous guests include: Rusty Matveev, Chief Strategy Officer at Calaxy; Andrew Lawrence, CEO and Co-Founder of Censo; Zac Townsend, CEO and Co-Founder of Meanwhile; Jesper Johansen, CEO and Co-Founder of Northstake; Tama Churchouse, COO of Cumberland Labs; Holly Wood of Boson Protocol; Sid Powell of Maple Finance; Chad Barraford of THORChain; and many others. Check out our three most downloaded episodes: Laying the Groundwork for a Billion-User Blockchain with Rich Rines, Contributor at Core DAO Staking the Future: From Blockchain Beginnings to Institutional Innovations with Chen Zhuling of RockX The Unstoppable Nature of Blockchain: A Conversation with Bonart Mati of Obligate Attention all blockchain, crypto, and Web3 professionals! If you're a founder, CEO, or expert doing something innovative in this space, we're interested in speaking to you! Apply to be a guest on our platform and connect with our vibrant community of blockchain professionals: https://fame.so/nnt-guest The Smart Economy Podcast is handcrafted by our friends over at fame.so…
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The Smart Economy Podcast: Real-World Blockchain Applications with Crypto, DeFi, NFTs, and DAOs
1 S1E36 - Neo at Consensus 2023: The Premiere of the Non-Fungible Item 51:40
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הפעל מאוחר יותר הפעל מאוחר יותר רשימות לייק אהבתיEpisode Notes In this special episode of the Smart Economy Podcast, Dylan talks to ecosystem representatives at the Neo booth during Consensus 2023. It was Neo’s second consecutive year exhibiting at the event, which is among the premier North American events for the blockchain industry. The main attraction at the booth was the OneBand ring, which was cryptographically bound to an ITEM NFT. Once a ring was acquired, holders were able to unlock themed design elements to a LIZARD NFT by scanning the ring at the various Neo ecosystem project stations. Join us in listening to representatives from GhostMarket , NGD Enterprise , Perlin Finance , AxLabs , COZ , Flamingo Finance , and Greenfinch . Topics discussed include what they are working on, the success of the OneBand ring, how the event onboarded new Neo community members, their thoughts after meeting the community at the event, and aspirations for Consensus 2024. To stay in the loop, subscribe to our YouTube channel and follow us on Twitter and TikTok . Previous guests include: Rusty Matveev, Chief Strategy Officer at Calaxy; Andrew Lawrence, CEO and Co-Founder of Censo; Zac Townsend, CEO and Co-Founder of Meanwhile; Jesper Johansen, CEO and Co-Founder of Northstake; Tama Churchouse, COO of Cumberland Labs; Holly Wood of Boson Protocol; Sid Powell of Maple Finance; Chad Barraford of THORChain; and many others. Check out our three most downloaded episodes: Laying the Groundwork for a Billion-User Blockchain with Rich Rines, Contributor at Core DAO Staking the Future: From Blockchain Beginnings to Institutional Innovations with Chen Zhuling of RockX The Unstoppable Nature of Blockchain: A Conversation with Bonart Mati of Obligate Attention all blockchain, crypto, and Web3 professionals! If you're a founder, CEO, or expert doing something innovative in this space, we're interested in speaking to you! Apply to be a guest on our platform and connect with our vibrant community of blockchain professionals: https://fame.so/nnt-guest The Smart Economy Podcast is handcrafted by our friends over at fame.so…
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The Smart Economy Podcast: Real-World Blockchain Applications with Crypto, DeFi, NFTs, and DAOs
1 S1E35 - Joseph Ziolkowski - RELM | Creative Insurance for Cutting Edge Industries 59:57
59:57 הפעל מאוחר יותר הפעל מאוחר יותר רשימות לייק אהבתי59:57
הפעל מאוחר יותר הפעל מאוחר יותר רשימות לייק אהבתיEpisode Notes In this episode of the Smart Economy Podcast, we speak with Joseph Ziolkowski, CEO and co-founder of RELM Insurance . Topics discussed include the role alternative insurance providers play in cutting edge industries from crypto to psychedelics to eSports to longevity, how regulatory bodies can help establish unique insurance opportunities, the various factors that Relm evaluates when underwriting, and why larger insurance entities aren’t jumping to insure innovative companies. To stay in the loop, subscribe to our YouTube channel and follow us on Twitter and TikTok . Previous guests include: Rusty Matveev, Chief Strategy Officer at Calaxy; Andrew Lawrence, CEO and Co-Founder of Censo; Zac Townsend, CEO and Co-Founder of Meanwhile; Jesper Johansen, CEO and Co-Founder of Northstake; Tama Churchouse, COO of Cumberland Labs; Holly Wood of Boson Protocol; Sid Powell of Maple Finance; Chad Barraford of THORChain; and many others. Check out our three most downloaded episodes: Laying the Groundwork for a Billion-User Blockchain with Rich Rines, Contributor at Core DAO Staking the Future: From Blockchain Beginnings to Institutional Innovations with Chen Zhuling of RockX The Unstoppable Nature of Blockchain: A Conversation with Bonart Mati of Obligate Attention all blockchain, crypto, and Web3 professionals! If you're a founder, CEO, or expert doing something innovative in this space, we're interested in speaking to you! Apply to be a guest on our platform and connect with our vibrant community of blockchain professionals: https://fame.so/nnt-guest The Smart Economy Podcast is handcrafted by our friends over at fame.so…
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The Smart Economy Podcast: Real-World Blockchain Applications with Crypto, DeFi, NFTs, and DAOs
1 S1E34 - Gregor Žavcer - Swarm | Distributed Storage: Enabling Freedom Through Data Ownership 57:53
57:53 הפעל מאוחר יותר הפעל מאוחר יותר רשימות לייק אהבתי57:53
הפעל מאוחר יותר הפעל מאוחר יותר רשימות לייק אהבתיEpisode Notes In this episode of the Smart Economy Podcast, we speak with Gregor Žavcer , Executive Director of Swarm . Topics discussed include what the blockchain space was like in 2015, the importance of decentralized storage in Web3, data ownership and privacy, interesting use cases, and how Swarm operates. To stay in the loop, subscribe to our YouTube channel and follow us on Twitter and TikTok . Previous guests include: Rusty Matveev, Chief Strategy Officer at Calaxy; Andrew Lawrence, CEO and Co-Founder of Censo; Zac Townsend, CEO and Co-Founder of Meanwhile; Jesper Johansen, CEO and Co-Founder of Northstake; Tama Churchouse, COO of Cumberland Labs; Holly Wood of Boson Protocol; Sid Powell of Maple Finance; Chad Barraford of THORChain; and many others. Check out our three most downloaded episodes: Laying the Groundwork for a Billion-User Blockchain with Rich Rines, Contributor at Core DAO Staking the Future: From Blockchain Beginnings to Institutional Innovations with Chen Zhuling of RockX The Unstoppable Nature of Blockchain: A Conversation with Bonart Mati of Obligate Attention all blockchain, crypto, and Web3 professionals! If you're a founder, CEO, or expert doing something innovative in this space, we're interested in speaking to you! Apply to be a guest on our platform and connect with our vibrant community of blockchain professionals: https://fame.so/nnt-guest The Smart Economy Podcast is handcrafted by our friends over at fame.so…
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The Smart Economy Podcast: Real-World Blockchain Applications with Crypto, DeFi, NFTs, and DAOs
1 S1E33 - ETH Denver 2023: An Outlook on the Blockchain Industry from BUIDLers’ Perspectives 1:06:45
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הפעל מאוחר יותר הפעל מאוחר יותר רשימות לייק אהבתיEpisode Notes In this special edition of the Smart Economy Podcast, where we take you on a journey through ETH Denver 2023, held Colorado, USA. For this this episode, we visited the ETH Denver event and spoke with a diverse group of people in the blockchain space. Throughout our conversations, we explore various perspectives on the current state of the crypto space, the benefits of in-person events, the evolving culture of blockchain, and the driving forces that led individuals to join this rapidly evolving industry. We discuss the challenges and rewards of communicating complex blockchain concepts to those outside the field and delve into the collaborative and supportive nature of the blockchain community that fosters innovation. As the industry matures, we examine the changing dynamics and culture within the community and how in-person events play a crucial role in building relationships and fostering collaboration among remote team members. We hope you'll enjoy the wide range of insights, stories, and experiences shared in this episode. To stay in the loop, subscribe to our YouTube channel and follow us on Twitter and TikTok . Previous guests include: Rusty Matveev, Chief Strategy Officer at Calaxy; Andrew Lawrence, CEO and Co-Founder of Censo; Zac Townsend, CEO and Co-Founder of Meanwhile; Jesper Johansen, CEO and Co-Founder of Northstake; Tama Churchouse, COO of Cumberland Labs; Holly Wood of Boson Protocol; Sid Powell of Maple Finance; Chad Barraford of THORChain; and many others. Check out our three most downloaded episodes: Laying the Groundwork for a Billion-User Blockchain with Rich Rines, Contributor at Core DAO Staking the Future: From Blockchain Beginnings to Institutional Innovations with Chen Zhuling of RockX The Unstoppable Nature of Blockchain: A Conversation with Bonart Mati of Obligate Attention all blockchain, crypto, and Web3 professionals! If you're a founder, CEO, or expert doing something innovative in this space, we're interested in speaking to you! Apply to be a guest on our platform and connect with our vibrant community of blockchain professionals: https://fame.so/nnt-guest The Smart Economy Podcast is handcrafted by our friends over at fame.so…
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The Smart Economy Podcast: Real-World Blockchain Applications with Crypto, DeFi, NFTs, and DAOs
1 S1E32 - Jackson Zeng - Caleb & Brown | Crypto Brokerage Firms and Specialized Services 53:11
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הפעל מאוחר יותר הפעל מאוחר יותר רשימות לייק אהבתיEpisode Notes In this episode of the Smart Economy Podcast, we speak with Jackson Zeng , CEO of Caleb & Brown . Topics discussed include getting into crypto through game item marketplaces, starting a company in a blossoming industry without a clear regulatory outlook, how Caleb & Brown offer personalized services for their clients, and the types of assets their clients are interested in. To stay in the loop, subscribe to our YouTube channel and follow us on Twitter and TikTok . Previous guests include: Rusty Matveev, Chief Strategy Officer at Calaxy; Andrew Lawrence, CEO and Co-Founder of Censo; Zac Townsend, CEO and Co-Founder of Meanwhile; Jesper Johansen, CEO and Co-Founder of Northstake; Tama Churchouse, COO of Cumberland Labs; Holly Wood of Boson Protocol; Sid Powell of Maple Finance; Chad Barraford of THORChain; and many others. Check out our three most downloaded episodes: Laying the Groundwork for a Billion-User Blockchain with Rich Rines, Contributor at Core DAO Staking the Future: From Blockchain Beginnings to Institutional Innovations with Chen Zhuling of RockX The Unstoppable Nature of Blockchain: A Conversation with Bonart Mati of Obligate Attention all blockchain, crypto, and Web3 professionals! If you're a founder, CEO, or expert doing something innovative in this space, we're interested in speaking to you! Apply to be a guest on our platform and connect with our vibrant community of blockchain professionals: https://fame.so/nnt-guest The Smart Economy Podcast is handcrafted by our friends over at fame.so…
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The Smart Economy Podcast: Real-World Blockchain Applications with Crypto, DeFi, NFTs, and DAOs
1 S1E31 - Brendan Sullivan - Alien Worlds | Improving DAOs Through Blockchain Gaming 56:36
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הפעל מאוחר יותר הפעל מאוחר יותר רשימות לייק אהבתיEpisode Notes In this episode of the Smart Economy Podcast, we speak with Brendan Sullivan, CPO of Dacoco - the creator of Alien Worlds . Topics discussed include how his professional journey through tech and product management led to building DAO technology at Dacoco, the democratization of content, the various use cases for DAOs, and the grants for builders to create in the Alien Worlds ecosystem. To stay in the loop, subscribe to our YouTube channel and follow us on Twitter and TikTok . Previous guests include: Rusty Matveev, Chief Strategy Officer at Calaxy; Andrew Lawrence, CEO and Co-Founder of Censo; Zac Townsend, CEO and Co-Founder of Meanwhile; Jesper Johansen, CEO and Co-Founder of Northstake; Tama Churchouse, COO of Cumberland Labs; Holly Wood of Boson Protocol; Sid Powell of Maple Finance; Chad Barraford of THORChain; and many others. Check out our three most downloaded episodes: Laying the Groundwork for a Billion-User Blockchain with Rich Rines, Contributor at Core DAO Staking the Future: From Blockchain Beginnings to Institutional Innovations with Chen Zhuling of RockX The Unstoppable Nature of Blockchain: A Conversation with Bonart Mati of Obligate Attention all blockchain, crypto, and Web3 professionals! If you're a founder, CEO, or expert doing something innovative in this space, we're interested in speaking to you! Apply to be a guest on our platform and connect with our vibrant community of blockchain professionals: https://fame.so/nnt-guest The Smart Economy Podcast is handcrafted by our friends over at fame.so…
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