Justin Waldron

Justin Waldron, co-founder and President of Playco, has been a trailblazer in social gaming since founding Zynga at just 19. He discusses the future of gaming as a social platform, predicting it will become a major tool for content creation. Waldron delves into the concept of 'instant gaming,' emphasizing accessibility and immediate play without downloads. He also explores the transformative role of technology in gaming, community engagement, and the potential for NFTs and digital wallets to revolutionize player interaction. Tune in for insights from a true industry innovator!

Justin Waldron, at just 19, co-founded Zynga and revolutionized social gaming with its record-breaking IPO. In this conversation, he shares behind-the-scenes stories about Zynga's origins and its innovative business model that helped it thrive. Waldron discusses the intricate dynamics of Zynga's relationship with Facebook and the factors contributing to the rise and fall of social gaming. He also explores the shift toward mobile gaming and the intriguing world of web3 gaming on platforms like Telegram.