Cryptocurrency and the Block Chain

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We explain the block chain, how it enabled the entire idea of decentralized networks of participants. We also explain tokens and how they're leading to new ownership models for creators and networks. Next we talk about what our crypto and the block chain are making possible right now. Finally, we'll look to the future. What are some of the implications of all this innovation? How does it compare to previous tec paradimes? And what might we see in the next era as crypto's intra structure continues to be built out?

In this special “innovation overview” episode from April 2021, the a16z crypto team and other experts take you from the ground up of crypto and web3 — from the basics, to more recent developments, and beyond – through the lens of an oral essay with brief segments on what crypto is, how it really works, and where it’s going.

We chose this particular archive episode this week in honor of a new show that just launched: web3 with a16z. Hosted by Sonal Choksi, the previous showrunner of the a16z podcast network and longtime host of this show, and featuring the team at a16z crypto as well as leading scientists and makers in the space, this show is about the next generation of the internet, how builders and users now have the ability to "own" (web3) pieces of the internet, unlocking a new wave of creativity and entrepreneurship. The first two episodes are out this week, so check out and subscribe to “web3 with a16z” wherever you get your podcasts.