Join Howard Lindzon, Michael Parekh, Phil Pearlman, and special guest Ariel Seidman, founder of HiveMapper, for a deep dive into the most exciting trends shaping the tech and financial worlds. From the rise of meme coins on Solana to the revolutionary decentralized mapping solutions, this episode of Trends with Friends covers it all. 📅 Recorded live on January 7, 2025 🎙️ Special Guest: Ariel Seidman, founder of HiveMapper 🔑 Brought to you by Stocktwits Key Topics Covered: • The evolution of HiveMapper: Decentralized mapping on Solana with the Honey token • The rise of meme coins and their economic implications • Why Tesla’s mapping approach is shaking up the industry • Navigating the Web3 landscape: Opportunities and risks • The TikTok-US saga: Geopolitics and the future of social media • Solana as the backbone for decentralized applications • Breaking down meme coin FOMO: Insights for investors Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Solana and Hive Mapper 02:59 The Impact of Meme Coins on the Market 06:38 Understanding Solana: A Developer's Perspective 08:53 The Rise of Meme Coins and Market Dynamics 12:03 Challenges and Opportunities in the Crypto Space 14:50 The Role of Influencers in Crypto Trends 18:00 The Psychology of Investors in Meme Coins 20:52 The Future of Mapping Technology with Hive Mapper 24:07 Comparing Mapping Technologies: Google vs. Hive Mapper 27:06 The Integration of Mapping Technology in Vehicles 29:51 Investment Opportunities in Hive Mapper 42:25 The Importance of Independent Mapping Organizations 45:16 Monetization and Community Engagement in Mapping 51:22 Understanding HiveMapper's Structure and Tokenomics 54:22 The TikTok Situation: Business and Geopolitical Implications 01:09:20 Final Thoughts on Investment Strategies and Market Dynamics Discover how the intersection of AI, blockchain, and decentralized innovation is shaping the future. Don’t miss this engaging discussion on trends, opportunities, and the challenges ahead! Where To Find Howard and Friends: • Howard - https://stocktwits.com/howardlindzon • Phil - https://stocktwits.com/ppearlman • Michael Parekh - https://stocktwits.com/MParekh • Ariel Seidman - https://x.com/aseidman Disclaimer: All opinions expressed on this show are solely the opinions of the hosts’ and guests’ and do not reflect the opinions of Stocktwits, Inc. or its affiliates. The hosts are not SEC or FINRA registered advisors or professionals. The content of this show is for educational and entertainment purposes only. Please consult with your financial advisor before making any investment decision. Read the full terms & conditions here:

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