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E50: The Future of Crypto with Diogo Mónica of Haun Ventures

Aug 6, 2024
Diogo Mónica, a General Partner at Haun Ventures specializing in AI and crypto, shares fascinating insights into the convergence of these technologies. He discusses the rapid evolution of cryptocurrency since 2017, including advancements in smart contracts and stablecoins. Diogo reveals the challenges and unfulfilled promises of blockchain in real-world applications, from finance to real estate. He also highlights the emergence of decentralized autonomous organizations (DAOs) and the importance of distinguishing genuine projects from trends in this dynamic ecosystem.
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Evolution from Bitcoin to Smart Contracts

  • The shift from Bitcoin to smart contract blockchains like Ethereum has expanded crypto's capabilities.
  • Scaling solutions and infrastructure improvements have enabled broader, more efficient application development.
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Institutionalization and Stablecoins Rise

  • Institutionalization of crypto through ETFs and real-world asset tokenization is now tangible.
  • Stablecoins exhibit strong product-market fit and play a crucial role in programmable money applications.
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Crypto's Positive Externalities Beyond Finance

  • Significant investment in cryptographic research benefits industries beyond crypto.
  • Technologies like zero knowledge proofs will enhance privacy and identity systems outside blockchain.
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