Blockchain Won't Save the World

I've never made a show like this before... A full 'Web3 founders journey' from Dominic going all the way back to 2013, Gamecoin, Ethereum and the trials and tribulations of Internet Computer, the Blockchain boasting the most transactions per-day of any chain. Be warned, shots are fired during this episode!... Dominic Williams, Founder and Chief Scientist at DFINITY, created Internet Computer to remove the need for centralised IT systems and dependence on the Googles and Amazons of the world. And maybe take a chunk out of Ethereum’s dominance of Web3 along the way. His goal is not to remove Web2, but to work in harmony with it. Not to bring single-chain maximalism, but to seek a world of trustless connection between multiple blockchain networks. So Dominic is a pragmatist also. In this session we'll discuss: - Why the world needs the Internet Computer - The science behind ‘Proof of Useful Work’ vs. PoS and PoW - What it takes to build and scale a decentralised protocol - What we have learned from the recent issues with Luna, 3AC, FTX in 2022, and the imperatives for 2034 - Whether enterprises or industrial applications play a significant role in scaling Web3 - Advice to anyone building with Web3 tech today There's also some tangents where we discuss issues with Solana, FTX, the Crypto Media and many 'insider' issues than few people ever get to hear about. Do not miss this one!...

Vodafone have launched a Blockchain-enabled Digital Asset platform for monetising Petabytes of B2C and B2B data, and David Palmer is the man behind it. You NEED to hear his story... Telecoms companies are somewhat familiar with the idea of distributed networks and interoperability, and furthermore the telco industry has seen some of the world's largest Blockchain platforms deployed to address issues like roaming, privacy and cross-carrier settlement. Vodafone are taking it up a level with their Digital Asset Broker platform, allowing a global network of devices to securely and privately trade with one another. They are already looking at use cases with IoT, Energy, Automotive, and much more. And have locked down a number of major partnerships. In this session we discuss: - The Telecoms industry's relationship with decentralisation and Blockchain - How Vodafone is looking at emerging technology today - Digital Asset Broker: what does it do, and how Blockchain helps - The Digital Asset Broker ecosystem and partnerships - The importance of Enterprise and Government use cases in Web3 - What more is needed to see wider adoption of Web3 technology in Telco in future

Josiah's race to be first to sell 'phygital' opal stones in the Metaverse was recently filmed by the Discovery Channel, and now you can hear his story on the Blockchain Won't Save the World podcast... If you're looking for innovative examples of Web3 and the Metaverse, you're going to love this! During their TV series, Josiah and his partner Lisa become the first small-scale mining company to run 100% on renewable energy, leading other mining companies in becoming carbon neutral and selling phygital Opals in virtual store in the metaverse. During this show, we discuss: - What does it take to mine opal sustainably? - How does Blockchain and the Metaverse enhance the buying or selling experience of opal? - What have the DeStore team learned so-far about the challenges of launching phygital assets? - What guidance would you give to others looking to set up a business in the Metaverse? Josiah's is a super interesting story, and you don't often hear about the link between Australian opal and the Metaverse. Also check out their TV show 'Outback Opal Hunters' coming to Discovery in your country soon...

Everything you want and need to know about Blockchain and Web3 Gaming in a single, epic episode! Kieran Warwick (and his brothers) created and launched Illuvium - a 'AAA' game with epic graphics, compelling gameplay, extensive roadmap, and underlying NFT economy. There is nothing out there like this, and Kieran breaks down why Blockchain gaming changes everything, but also why we shouldn't be too bullish just yet. Life after Axie Infinity and ponzinomic 'play to earn' NFT games needs to change, and the Illuvium team thinks they have the recipe: mixing the best of Pokemon, WoW, Minecraft and MMORPG that we loved in our childhood with elements of ownership, interoperability and tokenomics that work in harmony with game mechanics. In this session we discuss: - The back story to how Illuvium was founded - Why there is so much excitement, activity and funding around Web3 gaming - The Illuvium vision and roadmap - The implications of 'Interoperable Blockchain Games' - How the bear market, Luna, 3AC, FTX etc. impacted activity in the Illuvium ecosystem, and what happens next - What more is required to see wider use of Web3 / decentralised technologies in gaming We also cover some Q&A around how Illuvium and Web3 games make money, what are the metrics that matter for game developers, and whether we'll see a collabo between Illuvium and Moonsama in the Polkadot ecosystem. Essential listening for anyone interested in Blockchain and gaming.

Blockchain, NFTs and the Metaverse are creating new ways for luxury brands to innovate. Massimo Paloni shares how BVLGARI is using Web3 tech to redefine 'timeless', elevate storytelling, and engage customers like never before... BVLGARI is one of the most iconic luxury brands in the world, and is famous for unwavering commitment to innovation. Massimo (Chief Operations & Innovation Officer, and member of the Executive Committee) has overseen investment in a range of technologies, not just Blockchain, and talks with real clarity on why this is critical for luxury, but must be done in keeping with the brand's history, not just for short-term hype. We can all learn a lot from Massimo. In this episode, we discuss: - How technology advancement influences innovation in luxury goods - How BVLGARI is thinking about Web3 and the Metaverse - The story and impact from the Blockchain-enabled products that BVLGARI has launched over the last few years - How Web3 and complimentary technologies can enhance customer intimacy and experience And some great audience questions that cover how to set up a Web3 team, how to measure success, and advice for other brands looking to use Web3 tech.

Want to know what it takes to grow a Blockchain ecosystem like NEAR? Or what Web3 the issues with Luna and FTX mean for Web3 in 2023? Listen in… Marieke Flament, CEO of NEAR Foundation shares her learnings from an unprecedented year and answers your questions in a live Q&A… Marieke is one of the most prominent leaders across Blockchain Layer 1s, and under her leadership the NEAR ecosystem has grown significantly and established big partnerships with enterprise, sports and Web3 organisations. In this show, we discuss: - What it takes to scale a Layer 1 protocol in 2022/3 - What we learned from the recent issues with Luna, 3AC, FTX in 2022, and the imperatives for Web3 in future - How enterprise applications play a role in scaling Web3 - The particular verticals driving the next 1Bn users - Advice to builders interested in Web3 tech today As well as some fascinating responses to questions around the Metaverse, regulation, CBDC, digital identity, sustainability and much more. Don’t miss this truly insightful episode!

Want to know how Hedera Hashgraph was created? How to grow a Blockchain in 2022? Or what Web3 needs to do in the fallout from Luna and FTX? Leemon Baird shares his amazing insights and answers your questions in a live Q&A... I'm delighted to be able to bring someone of Leemon's pedigree and experience to this show, and to hear a calm and objective voice as we're trying to understand what happens next following a challenging year for Web3 in 2022. Hedera Hashgraph has a novel governance model, some impressive partnerships, and remains focused on the core values that enable Web3 whether its for Web2 or Web3-native organisations. In this show we discuss: - How was Hedera Hashgraph created? - What does it take to scale a protocol in 2022? - What is the importance of governance? - Will enterprise or industrial applications play a big role in Web3? - What verticals will drive adoption of decentralised technology? - What have we learned from the recent issues with Luna, 3AC, FTX in 2022, and what imperatives does that give us going forward? - What advice would you give anyone building with Web3 tech today? We also cover use cases, technical specifications, whether governments could be Hedera council members, and a fascinating sidebar on the important domain of DeRec (Decentralised Recovery). Leemon has an amazing talent for making complex topics seem simple. Do not miss this one! If you want to see the video version of the LinkedIn Live, please connect with me on LinkedIn (anthonyjjday)

Kicking off Season 3 with a HUGE interview! The technology leader behind all things Blockchain, Web3 and Metaverse at Mercedes-Benz. One of the best known and loved car companies on the planet. Do not miss this... Season 3 is loving themed: "Will it Web3" which means I'll be talking with some of the world's most influential leaders to get their take on whether Blockchain and Web3 will disrupt their industries or domains of technology, or if it's already happening today!  Hartmut (VP of IT Technology & Cross Functions, Mercedes-Benz AG) is a highly experienced enterprise technology leader, Blockchain and Web3 advocate, and is driving the department which provides Mercedes-Benz with its most cutting edge technologies It's rare to hear from someone who plays such a significant role in one of the world's leading automotives, let alone get his insights on Blockchain and the details behind their latest Blockchain-IoT-Data project: Acentrik. Over the course of this podcast we cover: - The involvement of Mercedes-Benz in Web3 - Real world application for enterprises – Acentrik as a Blockchain product - How Mercedes-Benz are thinking about the Metaverse - Hartmut's advice for anyone working with Blockchain and Web3 technology

“The Metaverse is Bullshit if you don’t solve a problem”... This and much more from some very knowledgeable experts who are building real Metaverse propositions today, as well as a closer look at legal, accessibility and diversity considerations for how we may spend our digital lives in future... We LOVE a roast on Blockchain Won't Save the World, and this just may be our best roast yet! I'm joined by Rutger van Zuidam (Odyssey Momentum), Keir Finlow-Bates (Orthoverse.io, Blockchain Wizard), Irina Heaver (Lawyer and Blockchain VC), Mauricio Magaldi (11:FS, BlockDrops) and newcomer Giselle Mota (NFTY Collective) who share their thoughts on: - What is the Metaverse (and what it should not be)? - What does it take to build a Metaverse? - What advice would you give to others starting out in the Metaverse? - How should we think about accessibility, diversity and inclusion in the Metaverse? - What are the worst Metaverse initiatives you've seen, and why? - Why we don't need pockets and roofs in the Metaverse, and - Skeuomorphism. Lots of skeuomorphism... I promise, but the end of this episode you will look at the Metaverse, and the concept of digital virtual collaboration in a whole different light. It's been one hell of a season, and this is the perfect way to bring it to a close. Thanks to every single listener and guest who have made the Blockchain Won't Save the World Podcast so successful, and who have brought our amazing community together over the past few years.

Students from the University of Auckland share what excites and scares them about some of the most well-known Blockchain platforms, including Cardano, Monax and 'Digital Street' Property Management. We also dive into some thoughtful discussion on decentralised governance, grants and treasuries, DAOs (Decentralised Autonomous Organisations) and who would be crazy enough to apply Blockchain in some of the least digitally mature industries in the world (Construction, Legal, Property).  Huge shout to Troy Egan, Abhinaw Sai and Mina Cu for the excellent preparation and fascinating insights from some of their own projects, and to Alex Sims from the University of Auckland for bringing us all together.