Blockchain Won't Save the World

The ZK series continues with Hubert and vlayer: an exciting team looking to give back control and equitability of data using Blockchain technology... If you're not paying attention to zero-knowledge technology at this point in the evolution of the internet and decentralised applications, you should be. And it's refreshing to see that not all teams are correlating the 'data opportunity' with just AI - but the wider petabytes of data that humans and businesses create every day. On this show, Hubert and I will delve deeper into the applications for ZK in building a more equitable internet for all of us, including: - WTF are Web Proofs - Why the world needs another data infrastructure company (and where others have failed to-date) - Learnings from Hubert's experience with data fraud, and what needs to change to protect sensitive data in future - The vlayer origin story, and major use cases - Why people should care about data protection - Alternative approaches to data protection and comparisons

Many (including myself) are hailing ZK as the technology that will finally enable mass adoption of Web3. But how? And what's missing today that ZK provides? Ken Timsit is a Web3 veteran and a strong advocate for ZK tech. He is MD of Cronos Labs and its Particle B ecosystem accelerator, and was previously CRO at Consensys. On this show, we're going to be covering as much as possible on the proposition and benefits of zero-knowledge, and how it is being applied in Web3 today, including: - An introduction to Cronos - An overview of the ZK landscape, and how it’s being used today (Roll-ups, data protection, EVMs, L1s vs. L2s) - Important use cases for ZK - The opportunity for ZK and DeFi to drive further adoption - Challenges and limitations of ZK today - What more is required for wider adoption of Web3 in general

Arthur Breitman, co-founder of Tezos and a visionary in finance and AI, discusses the intriguing relationship between blockchain and AI. He questions whether these technologies are true allies or fundamentally different. Arthur shares his journey in Web3 and highlights the capabilities of both technologies. The conversation navigates the misconceptions of their interdependence and examines the real obstacles to their combined adoption. He emphasizes the importance of ethics, governance, and infrastructure for future innovations.

MoonPay are one of the biggest names in Web3. And without 'ramps' and tools that connect to Web2, the decentralised internet will never reach full potential. 5-years and 20 million customers later, Ivan Soto-Wright has learned a lot, and has a lot to say about what it takes to onboard new and skeptical users to Web3. The UX has also come on a LONG way since the early days. In this LinkedIn Live, we'll talk about: - Ivan’s Web3 ‘origin story’ - The problems with Web3 UX, and how they're gradually being solved - What are 'on ramps' & the various aspects of MoonPay’s business today - Ivan's most valuable use cases for Blockchain & Crypto - The hardest things MoonPay had to solve in scaling the business - Learnings from partnerships with PayPal, Adidas, Gucci, Nike & MasterCard - What are the critical things needed to see further adoption of Web3, and what is the upcoming MoonPay roadmap

SpaceAI is a project that might just blow your mind! We've seen a range of DePIN projects capture the imagination, but not that have a full-stack offering that works both in Space and on Earth... DePIN projects typically offer one of compute, connectivity or storage. Few do all at once. And it's even less likely to find a project with literal space-age hardware that works as well on satellites as it does buried underground. Welcome to SpaceAI. The coolest DePIN project you've never heard of. The SpaceAI team is already working with governments, energy providers, telcos, satellite operators and many others. So this is technology that is being used TODAY. Not for when Elon starts terraforming Mars... In this podcast Diego shares the origins of SpaceAI, along with: - Why the Space Economy needs Blockchain technology - The role of hardware and IoT for enabling DePIN - Use cases for Space AI's hardware and DLT - How to build Web3 tech on existing open standards - The next steps for use of Space tech (in Space and on Earth)

Devon is one of the best Marketeers of the Web3 era. He'll share frameworks & strategies from his time at Ava Labs, Immutable & F/AS that can help any Web3 project grow. Do not miss this!...Marketing is everything from understanding the market, the competition, establishing digital and physical channels, finding your voice, amplifying your community, and enabling them to amplify your work as much as you do...In this 'Masterclass', Devon will share his experience working with some of the biggest and most successful Blockchain projects, including:- What does Web3 marketing comprise- The art of storytelling and building a narrative- How to communicate across different media types- How to harness a Web3 community for growth- The importance (or not) of 'KOLs'- Which 'narratives' in 2024 are hot, or just hot air...If you're working in growth, marketing, or leadership for a Web3 project, you NEED to hear what Devon has to say.

What does it take to grow a global Blockchain ecosystem? Listen to the Gnosis story and you'll find out. There's more to it than you think...Successful ecosystems are more than simply the Blockchain. They're more than simply the technology. It's about bringing together core tech, developers, capital and users, all wrapped up with shared and aligned incentivesDr. Friederike Ernst is a co-founder of Gnosis, and has been a big part of their overall rise and success, and she will help share some of the key components of the Gnosis ecosystem, and what it took to build it.On this show we cover:- Friederike’s journey as a co-founder of Gnosis- The overall Gnosis Ecosystem (Chain, Pay, DAO, Studios, Capital)- How Gnosis Chain differs from other L1s- How Gnosis Pay is transforming payments- The importance of decentralised governance, and how Gnosis DAO works in practice- What more is needed to see wider use of Web3 tech

Olta is one of the most experienced lawyers in Web3, and has been busy supporting Avalanche, Owl Explains and now Enclave Markets - an exchange targeting institutions that provides privacy through transacting over a secure enclave. From our show, recorded at Money 20/20, we also discuss the current state of regulation and recent enforcement actions in the US, and why it is forcing projects 'offshore'. We cover: - Opportunities with Digital Assets and Blockchain in Finance - The legal, regulatory and compliance challenges to overcome before we see wider Web3 adoption - The challenges with transparent ledgers and businesses wanting to protect sensitive data - Where lawyers go to learn more about Blockchain

Zero-Knowledge (ZK) technology has gathered a huge following globally, but is still little-known and under-appreciated in Web3 circles. But it is showing huge value providing scalability and data protection for Web3 builders and users alike. Boasting an impressive CV, including the likes of PayPal, Diem, Libra and now Mina, Kurt Hemecker knows a thing or two about bringing complex technology to regulated industries. Which is exactly the skillset Web3 needs right now. On this show we discuss: - Kurt's path to Mina - The mission and role of Mina Foundation - The importance of ZK tech for Web3 - Examples of ZK apps and use cases that Mina are supporting - What more is needed to see wider use of ZK and Web3 tech

Kai Huang from Metamask and Bam Azizi, co-founder of Mesh, dive into the complexities of Web3 wallets. They discuss the critical role of wallets in managing digital assets and the upcoming enhancements in user experience. Topics include simplifying token management, the importance of stablecoins, and the need for seamless integrations across platforms. They share insights on collaboration, security, and how we might see broader adoption of decentralized technologies in the near future, making Web3 more accessible to everyone.