How I Built This with Guy Raz HIBT Lab! Bored Ape Yacht Club: Greg Solano and Wylie Aronow
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Sep 1, 2022 Greg Solano and Wylie Aronow, co-founders of Yuga Labs, share their journey from a Miami bar argument over literature to creating the Bored Ape Yacht Club NFT phenomenon. They discuss the explosive growth of the NFT market, the role of community in their project, and their vision of expanding into the metaverse. Greg and Wylie's deep friendship and literary backgrounds add a unique twist to their innovative endeavors, highlighting the power of collaboration in the rapidly evolving digital landscape.
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Unexpected Beginning
- Greg Solano and Wylie Aronow met during spring break in Miami.
- Their first conversation, sparked by David Foster Wallace's "Infinite Jest," led to a long-lasting friendship.
Shared Interests and Struggles
- Greg and Wylie bonded over shared interests like online gaming and literature.
- Wylie's chronic illness led to financial struggles and a decade of seeking medical help.
Staying Connected Through Crypto
- Despite infrequent in-person meetings, Greg and Wylie stayed connected through a group chat and playing World of Warcraft.
- In 2017, Greg introduced Wylie to Ethereum, furthering their shared interest in crypto.
