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ETHDenver 2022 is Scaling Vibes | Andrew Yang, Erik Voorhees, Kevin Owocki

Feb 22, 2022
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Kevin Owocki
Guest
Erik Voorhees
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Andrew Yang
Kevin Owocki, a leader in crypto collectivism, joins libertarian Erik Voorhees and former presidential candidate Andrew Yang. They dive into the vibrant atmosphere at ETHDenver 2022, debating the merits of individualism versus collectivism in crypto. Yang passionately calls for community engagement towards productive goals. The trio also discusses the transformative potential of blockchain for public goods and sustainable funding, while highlighting the importance of proactive political engagement in shaping the future of Web3 technologies.
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ANECDOTE

David Hoffman's Crypto Journey

  • David Hoffman attended his first ETHDenver in 2018 when ETH was $600.
  • Inspired by the Ethereum community, he decided to pursue crypto full-time, abandoning his plans for physical therapy school.
INSIGHT

ETHDenver Growth

  • Despite growing three times larger than previous years, ETHDenver 2022 maintained its strong community vibes.
  • The energy and excitement surrounding Ethereum were amplified, not diluted, by the increased attendance.
ANECDOTE

Vitalik's Disguise

  • Vitalik Buterin, to avoid constant interactions, wore the Bufficorn mascot suit at ETHDenver.
  • This allowed him to experience the conference in relative anonymity.
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