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Li Jin

Co-founder and general partner at Variant, a crypto fund investing in Web3 and the Ownership Economy. Also a painter and writer.

Top 5 podcasts with Li Jin

Ranked by the Snipd community
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46 snips
Oct 30, 2023 • 1h 42min

194 - How Crypto Saves The Internet | Li Jin & Eugene Wei

Li Jin, co-founder of Variant Fund and a key thinker on crypto, joins Eugene Wei, a visionary in Web2 product development. They delve into the future of social interactions, highlighting the potential of crypto to redefine online engagement. The discussion navigates from the constraints of algorithms in Web2 to the liberating opportunities in Web3, emphasizing psychological ownership and the balance between community and fame in the digital landscape. Their insights reveal how decentralized technologies could reshape social capital and enhance emotional connections.
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Jan 17, 2022 • 1h 37min

101 - The Ownership Economy | Li Jin

Li Jin, co-founder of Variant and a creative force as a painter and writer, shares her insights into the Ownership Economy. She discusses how Web3 is redefining creativity, allowing everyone to become both creator and owner. Li emphasizes the shift from attention-driven models to community ownership and the potential of NFTs to create authentic digital assets. The conversation also touches on the challenges creators face, the importance of direct monetization, and how cryptocurrency can address wealth inequality, paving the way for a third renaissance in the arts.
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Dec 22, 2023 • 43min

Crypto Points Systems Are a 100x Opportunity, But Founders, Be Wary - Ep. 585

Li Jin, cofounder of Variant Fund and expert in crypto points systems, sheds light on how these systems are transforming the crypto landscape. She explains their role in boosting user engagement, drawing parallels with traditional loyalty programs while warning of potential pitfalls like fostering disloyalty. Jin emphasizes the importance of thoughtful design and product-market fit to ensure these programs translate to economic value. Additionally, she discusses the future potential of moving points on-chain and its implications for both users and founders.
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Oct 19, 2022 • 1h 24min

The Chopping Block: Two on Two Debate: NFT Royalty Throwdown! - Ep. 409

In this intriguing debate, Laura Shin, an author and crypto podcaster, goes head-to-head with Zhuoxun Yin, cofounder of the NFT marketplace Magic Eden, and Li Jin, cofounder of Variant Fund, known for their expertise in the creator economy. They tackle NFT royalties, with Laura arguing against zero royalties as a threat to creators, while Haseeb claims they aren't sustainable. Discussions also cover the future of the NFT market, the impact of optional royalties on creators, and innovative solutions for aligning interests between creators and collectors.
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Feb 8, 2022 • 1h 11min

Will Every Piece of Media Enter the Internet as an NFT? Variant Fund Says Yes - Ep.317

Jesse Walden and Li Jin, co-founders of Variant Fund, delve into the transformative power of the ownership economy and NFTs. They explore why web3 is more beneficial for creators compared to web2 and discuss the potential of NFTs beyond mere art. Jesse shares his musical background and passion for music NFTs, while Li highlights how web3 can resolve gig economy challenges. The duo also addresses criticisms from notable figures and shares insights on NFT trends that could shape the future, advocating for decentralized economic models.