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Kevin Rose from Web 2.0 to Web3

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Aug 30, 2021
Kevin Rose, the founder of Digg and partner at True Ventures, shares his impressive journey through tech's evolution. He discusses the transition from Web 2.0 to Web3 and the burgeoning NFT landscape. Kevin dives into the origins of Digg and how early social media collaborations shaped today's tech scene. He reflects on his experiences with Bitcoin and NFTs, emphasizing the importance of community in this new era. Additionally, he touches on his latest ventures, including the engaging new show, Modern Finance.
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Sneaking into Comdex

  • Kevin Rose had to dress up and pretend to be older to attend Comdex, a computer convention.
  • This is where he realized most tech companies were based in Silicon Valley.
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On-Air Beginnings

  • Kevin Rose's on-air career began after he discovered a Windows vulnerability and shared it with TechTV hosts.
  • This led to him being invited on the show and eventually becoming a regular.
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First Bay Area Job

  • Kevin Rose's first job in the Bay Area was in digital marketing for an online furniture retailer.
  • He took the job to be in the Bay Area during the dot-com boom.
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