When Shift Happens Podcast

Gaurang is a pioneer smart contract developer who first posted his prenup on the Ethereum Blockchain in 2016. He is the Founder of Indorse and the CTO of Byzant, a decentralized social media ecosystem enabling creators and users to fully own and monetize the content and the communities they built with their sweat and tears. In this episode, we talk about: - Ethereum Over Bitcoin: Smart Contracts - Byzant: Blockchain-Based Social Media - Revolutionizing Ads: Decentralized Networks - Smart Wallets: Future of Transactions - Blockchain in Education: Diploma Verification Sponsor: We are proud to partner with Coinsilium, a focused Web3 investor and venture builder supporting innovative startups building a decentralized future. Coinsilium provides vital funding and expert advice to Web3 and AI-powered early-stage technology companies. Coinsilium also provides strategic advisory services to projects looking to issue tokens. With deep expertise across crypto, DeFi, and Web3, Coinsilium helps accelerate ambitious Web3 startups to the next level. Learn more at https://www.coinsilium.com Follow Byzant: https://www.coindesk.com/markets/2016/06/01/prenup-built-in-ethereum-smart-contract-rethinks-marriage-obligations/ https://indorse.io/ ttps://twitter.com/BastionWallet https://twitter.com/gaurangtorvekar Follow When Shift Happens: Website: https://www.when-shift-happens.co/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kevinffollonier/ Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kevinfollonier Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevinfollonier/ Twitter (X): https://twitter.com/yieldlabs Chapters: 0:00 Meet Gaurang 02:27 Gaurang, CEO and Co-founder of Endorse 12:36 Introduction to Byzant and Lens Protocol 12:44 The Importance of Blockchain in Education 19:23 LinkedIn's Evolution and Limitations 19:57 The Traditional Job Market vs Crypto 20:52 The Value of Experience in Crypto 21:24 Understanding Interoperable NFTs 22:52 The Byzant Ecosystem: An Overview 23:55 The Role of NFT Marketplace in Byzant 26:29 The Smart Wallet: A Game Changer 36:53 Decentralized Ad Network: A New Era of Advertising

Nicolas Cortes is young Columbian Entrepreneur and the Founder at GGs.io GGs platform helps Latin American gamers make a living of their favorite game. Key topics: Health & Fitness Hiring your Friends as Employees Finding the Right Investors The Future of Gaming Dopamine and Children Addiction Self Control & Happiness Sponsor: We are proud to partner with Coinsilium, a focused Web3 investor and venture builder supporting innovative startups building a decentralized future. Coinsilium provides vital funding and expert advice to Web3 and AI-powered early-stage technology companies. Coinsilium also provides strategic advisory services to projects looking to issue tokens. With deep expertise across crypto, DeFi, and Web3, Coinsilium helps accelerate ambitious Web3 startups to the next level. Learn more at https://www.coinsilium.com Follow GGs & Nicolas https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicolas-cortes-acosta https://ggs.io/events?game=ALL Follow When Shift Happens: Website: https://www.when-shift-happens.co/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kevinffollonier/ Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kevinfollonier Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevinfollonier/ Twitter (X): https://twitter.com/yieldlabs Chapter: 00:00 Nicolas Cortes 01:47 Discussion on Health and Fitness in Gaming 08:53 Risks and Rewards of Working with Friends 09:54 Dealing with Investors and Pressure 12:48 The power of Ownership of digital gaming assets 12:52 The Vision and Purpose of GG's 16:02 The Problem with Current Gaming Industry 17:56 The Future of Gaming with Web3 21:44 Current Solutions and Future Plans for GG's 22:22 Web3 gaming 23:56 The Size and Scope of the Gaming Market 26:13 The Impact of Gaming on Children 29:37 The Risks and Downsides of Gaming 31:15 Dopamine game for a video game 32:20 The Role of Parenting in Gaming 33:54 The Intersection of Gaming and Entrepreneurship 40:30 The Pursuit of Happiness and Success 44:44 The Power of Self-Control and Perception #Entrepreneurship #Crypto #News

Arthur Breitman, a prodigy in Mathematics & AI, is the Founder of Tezos. This is the crazy story of a white paper written as a hobby that later turned into a crypto monument while Arthur was still an employee focused on his passion: AI and robotics. Today, Tezos is one of the leading open-source blockchains and has found great success, particularly in the NFT niche. Key topics: - Arthur's early life - Playing music - The Birth of Tezos - Al - Biohacking - Blockchains Sponsor: We are proud to partner with Coinsilium, a focused Web3 investor and venture builder supporting innovative startups building a decentralized future. Coinsilium provides vital funding and expert advice to Web3 and AI-powered early-stage technology companies. Coinsilium also provides strategic advisory services to projects looking to issue tokens. With deep expertise across crypto, DeFi, and Web3, Coinsilium helps accelerate ambitious Web3 startups to the next level. Learn more at https://www.coinsilium.com Follow Tezos & Arthur https://www.instagram.com/tezos/ https://discord.gg/yXaPy6s5Nr https://t.me/TezosAnnouncements https://twitter.com/tezos Follow When Shift Happens: Website: https://www.when-shift-happens.co/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kevinffollonier/ Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kevinfollonier Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevinfollonier/ Twitter (X): https://twitter.com/yieldlabs Chapter: 00:00 Meet Arthur Breitman 01:25 London Calling: Navigating Life's Big Decisions 02:49 How Technology's Rewiring Our Human Connections 04:29 Echoes from Childhood & The Birth of Individualism 05:24 From Bullying's Kid to Personal Evolution 11:01 Financial Fascinations 12:53 The Machine Learning Revolution and Its Promise 34:06 From Traditional Trade to the Crypto Frontier 45:28 Twists and Turns of Crypto 50:24 Tezos' Upcoming Adventures 53:40 The Performance Edge 54:42 Health, Longevity, and the Quest for More Time 01:06:18 A Message to a Younger Self #Entrepreneurship #Crypto #News

Alexis Sirkia is the King of Blockchain, the co-Founder of Yellow Network and of GSR, the global leader in crypto trading and market-making. Alexis' life is as fascinating as the crypto markets are volatile: he is the father of 8, built multiple companies, lived pretty much everywhere and even went on a 21 days water fast. Key Topics: -21-Day Fast Insights -Spaceship to Crypto Shift -Crypto Trading Challenges -The Journey of GSR -Yellow Network Origins -Crypto Trading's Future -Crypto Investment Reflections -Craziest crypto story Sponsor: We are proud to partner with Coinsilium, a focused Web3 investor and venture builder supporting innovative startups building a decentralized future. Coinsilium provides vital funding and expert advice to Web3 and AI-powered early-stage technology companies. Coinsilium also provides strategic advisory services to projects looking to issue tokens. With deep expertise across crypto, DeFi, and Web3, Coinsilium helps accelerate ambitious Web3 startups to the next level. Learn more at https://www.coinsilium.com Follow Yellow https://www.yellow.com/ https://www.youtube.com/c/YellowIsBlockchain https://t.me/yellow_org https://twitter.com/yellow https://www.linkedin.com/company/yellow-com/ Follow When Shift Happens: Website: https://www.when-shift-happens.co/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kevinffollonier/ Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kevinfollonier Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevinfollonier/ Twitter (X): https://twitter.com/yieldlabs Chapters: 0:00 Meet Alexis 01:21 Introduction to Fasting and Personal Experiences 02:15 Exploring the Fasting Clinic in South of Spain 02:42 The Journey of a 28-Day Water Fast 08:20 The Transition from Space Center to Crypto World 15:16 The Challenges of Crypto Trading and Banking 29:26 The Birth of Yellow Network and Its Importance 31:55 The Future of Crypto Trading with Yellow Network 48:31 Reflections on Crypto Investments and Future Predictions #entrepreneurship #Crypto #News #ethereum #business #bitcoin #mentalhealth

Josh Briant is a 23-year-old live streamer and social media virality expert. He represents the new generation of Youngsters who master the art of building a cult online following and of making tons of money with just a laptop and a Wi-Fi connection. After blowing up on Tiktok talking about his Fitness and steroids Journey, Josh - Aka Cousin Crypto - took the Web3 sphere by storm thanks to his deep understanding of Crypto coupled with his extremely honest and borderline provocative takes. Key Topics: - Life in Dubai - Iman Gadzhi & Luke Belmar - Saying no to “hoes” - Happiness: having a mission - Imposter Syndrome - How to keep the money you made - Competing for women in Dubai - How to get Rich without scamming - How to make money in crypto - Timing is everything in crypto - Social media is like a lottery - Going viral: the science - Cult: Turning followers into money - Advices for youngsters in their 20ies Sponsor: We are proud to partner with Coinsilium, a focused Web3 investor and venture builder supporting innovative startups building a decentralized future. Coinsilium provides vital funding and expert advice to Web3 and AI-powered early-stage technology companies. Coinsilium also provides strategic advisory services to projects looking to issue tokens. With deep expertise across crypto, DeFi, and Web3, Coinsilium helps accelerate ambitious Web3 startups to the next level. Learn more at https://www.coinsilium.com Follow Josh https://www.instagram.com/josh.briant/ https://twitter.com/cousincrypt0 Follow When Shift Happens: Website: https://www.when-shift-happens.co/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kevinffollonier/ Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kevinfollonier Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevinfollonier/ Twitter (X): https://twitter.com/yieldlabs Chapters: 00:00 Meet Josh 02:01 Navigating Dubai: Traffic and Road Systems 03:03 Living in Dubai: Pros and Cons 06:47 The Dilemma of Social Media Influence 08:14 The Reality of Making Money Online 08:25 The Importance of Authenticity in Content Creation 11:39 The Risks and Rewards of Crypto Investments 13:19 The Power of Social Media Presence 16:21 Dating and Relationships in Dubai 27:12 Overcoming Addictions and Pursuing Success 30:00 Time is Everything in Crypto 31:17 Social Media: A Lottery with Unlimited Free Tickets 36:56 Adding Value to Separate Yourself from Others 40:55 From South Africa to Dubai 46:29 Becoming a Viral Personality 50:30 Final Thoughts and Advice for Young People #entrepreneurship #Crypto #News

Jay Kurahashi-Sofue is the CMO at Avalanche (Ava Labs), a professional street photographer, and a previous electronic music DJ and music festivals organizer. In this episode, we talk about: - The Evolution of the Electronic Industry - The Power of Focused Efforts - How to go from Nerd to Marketing Guru - How Crypto can be bridged with Daily Life - Understanding the True Value of Money - Avalanche Product Roadmap - Decentralization and Web3 - The Future of Finance Sponsor: We are proud to partner with Coinsilium, a focused Web3 investor and venture builder supporting innovative startups building a decentralized future. Coinsilium provides vital funding and expert advice to Web3 and AI-powered early-stage technology companies. Coinsilium also provides strategic advisory services to projects looking to issue tokens. With deep expertise across crypto, DeFi, and Web3, Coinsilium helps accelerate ambitious Web3 startups to the next level. Learn more at https://www.coinsilium.com Follow Jay & Avalanche https://www.linkedin.com/in/jayksofue/ https://twitter.com/jayks https://twitter.com/AvaLabsOfficial https://www.avalabs.org/ Follow When Shift Happens: Website: https://www.when-shift-happens.co/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kevinffollonier/ Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kevinfollonier Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevinfollonier/ Twitter (X): https://twitter.com/yieldlabs Chapters: 00:00 - Meet Jay 03:28 - Unveiling Jay's Origin Story 07:55 - The Art of Long-Term Thinking 11:07 - A Deep Dive into Music & Art 15:37 - Bridging Art with the World of Crypto 17:28 - Avalanche: The Vision Behind the Product 21:56 - Numbers on Screens: The Evolving Value of Money 27:16 - From Tech Nerd to Marketing Maestro 32:41 - The Intersection of Crypto and Marketing 35:15 - Secrets to Building Powerful Momentum 41:07 - Peering into the Future of Avalanche #entrepreneurship #Crypto #News

Kenneth Lou is the Co-Founder and CEO of Mito Health, an AI-powered preventative healthcare company helping people increase their life expectancy. He launched Mito after losing his father to cancer at the age of 54. Before tackling the longevity space, Kenneth built Seedly, the largest finance community in Southeast Asia which he sold to Money Hero Group, a company listed on the Nasdaq. Key Topics: - Cancer prevention and early detection - Alcohol consumption and health - Getting quality sleep - Rethink the food system and economy - Healthspan vs. lifespan - Why everyone should have insurance - 10 day Vipassana meditation - Leaving a stable job to start a business Sponsor: We are proud to partner with Coinsilium, a focused Web3 investor and venture builder supporting innovative startups building a decentralized future. Coinsilium provides vital funding and expert advice to Web3 and AI-powered early-stage technology companies. Coinsilium also provides strategic advisory services to projects looking to issue tokens. With deep expertise across crypto, DeFi, and Web3, Coinsilium helps accelerate ambitious Web3 startups to the next level. Learn more at https://www.coinsilium.com Follow Mitohealth https://mitohealth.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/mitohealth/ Follow When Shift Happens: Website: https://www.when-shift-happens.co/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kevinffollonier/ Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kevinfollonier Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevinfollonier/ Twitter (X): https://twitter.com/yieldlabs; Chapters: 00:00 Meet Kenneth 03:43 The Influence of Kenneth's Father's Cancer 05:52 Health is the Basis for Wealth 08:28 Why Insurance Matters 13:21 Kenneth's Upbringing in an Asian Family 20:57 The Genesis of Finance Startup Seedly 26:24 Studying vs. Entrepreneurship After College 31:23 Leaving a Stable Job to Start a Business 43:29 Kenneth's Experience at a 10-Day Silent Meditation Retreat 53:56 Understanding Healthspan vs. Lifespan 01:04:41 Promoting Healthy Food Choices in Singapore 01:12:22 The Latest Research on Alcohol Consumption 01:15:32 How Mito Health Measures Health 01:22:08 Why Quality Sleep Matters 01:29:46 Cancer Prevention and Early Detection

Jordi Alexander is a father, thinker and former pro poker player who became one of the brightest minds and most respected thought leaders in the crypto space. Jordi is also the founder & CIO at Selini Capital, one of the most successful market-making and Venture Capital firms in the web3 industry. In this episode we talk about: - The dating game and how it relates to game theory - Jordi’s tough childhood - Depression and getting out of the vicious cycle - How ego is the biggest obstacle to success - The meaning of life - Imposter syndrome - Jordi’s craziest poker story - Addictions and gambling - The trade: 1M dollar if you can stay awake for 5 days - Crypto, Dogecoin and Solana - How Jordi values his time at $50k per conversion - How AI could threaten the human species Sponsor: We are proud to partner with Coinsilium, a focused Web3 investor and venture builder supporting innovative startups building a decentralized future. Coinsilium provides vital funding and expert advice to Web3 and AI-powered early-stage technology companies. Coinsilium also provides strategic advisory services to projects looking to issue tokens. With deep expertise across crypto, DeFi, and Web3, Coinsilium helps accelerate ambitious Web3 startups to the next level. Learn more at https://www.coinsilium.com Chapters: 00:00 Meet Jordi 01:24 Relationship and datings 06:56 Game theorie 09:54 Models & bottles 10:52 Prime age 20:25 The wake-up call 29:21 Talking about ego 33:55 Meaning of life 43:53 Living US to Cyprus 47:33 Imposter syndrome 49:58 Father relationship 52:37 Poker journey 01:05:06 From poker to trading 01:11:35 The Secret trade 01:22:03 How much is your time worth? 01:24:15 Managing big fortunes 01:28:51 Crypto & solana 01:30:47 Value of money 01:45:14 The evolution of Human species and AI Follow Jordi Twitter (X): https://twitter.com/gametheorizing Follow When Shift Happens: Website: https://www.when-shift-happens.co/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kevinffollonier/ Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kevinfollonier Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevinfollonier/ Twitter (X): https://twitter.com/yieldlabs

Arthur Hayes is the Co-Founder and previous CEO of Bitmex, and the current CIO at Maelstrom Fund. He is not only one of the most influential and wealthy personalities in crypto but also a super cool dude who writes epic macroeconomic pieces. In this episode we talk about Arthur's love for coffee, why he moved to Asia after university, how he was arbitraging Bitcoin daily in 2013 with just a bag of cash and a bus ticket, the fascinating Bitmex story - from boot-strapping the business in the 2014/15 bear market to owning the crypto derivative markets later on, what happened during the infamous March 12th 2020 crash at Bitmex HQ, and last but not least - the "stealth" banking crisis and why the entire financial system is currently insolvent. [00:00:00] Meet Arthur Hayes [00:03:00] Seeking Riches in Asia [00:05:00] Bootstrapping in a Bitcoin Winter [00:07:00] Pioneering High-Stakes Crypto [00:10:00] Persisting Through Early Struggles [00:15:00] The Perpetual Swap Breakthrough [00:19:00] Steady at the Storm's Eye [00:22:00] Explosive Monetary Moves Ahead [00:25:00] Societal Unraveling Prophesied [00:28:00] Surviving the Unknown Future [00:31:00] Inside the Banking Timebomb Sponsor: We are proud to partner with Coinsilium, a focused Web3 investor and venture builder supporting innovative startups building a decentralized future. Coinsilium provides vital funding and expert advice to Web3 and AI-powered early-stage technology companies. Coinsilium also provides strategic advisory services to projects looking to issue tokens. With deep expertise across crypto, DeFi, and Web3, Coinsilium helps accelerate ambitious Web3 startups to the next level. Learn more at https://www.coinsilium.com Follow Arthur Twitter (X): https://twitter.com/CryptoHayes Follow When Shift Happens: Website: https://www.when-shift-happens.co/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kevinffollonier/ Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kevinfollonier Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevinfollonier/ Twitter (X): https://twitter.com/yieldlabs

Luca Netz is a serial entrepreneur and the owner and CEO of Pudgy Penguins, the leading Web3 IP Company. After a tough childhood and 10 years of homelessness, Luca dropped out of high school at 16 to "go make some money." He started his first company at 18 and, just one year later, was raking in millions from his dropshipping empire, leveraging influencers on Instagram. In 2022, Luca acquired Pudgy Penguins for $2.5M and completely turned the brand around by applying his "secret playbook"—just like he did with Von Dutch a few years before that, eventually bringing the struggling vintage brand to $100M in annual revenue in less than 1 year! After just a year at the helm of the Pudgy Penguins brand, the Luca magic has struck again: he has not only managed to get 2,000 Walmart stores to sell Pudgy toys, but he has also created the ultimate community of Web3 builders. In this episode, we talk about Luca's blueprint for entrepreneurial success, imposter syndrome, how complacency leads to failure, his Web3 "aha" moment, people-pleasing in business, and of course, his mission with Pudgy Penguins: to become the number one NFT project in the world, the face of Web3, and one of the world's most beloved characters and hot IP brands. Chapters [00:00:00] Meet Luca Netz [00:02:00] Grew up homeless, bouncing around homes. [00:03:00] Dropped out of high school at 16. [00:04:00] Became millionaire at 19 through influencer marketing. [00:07:00] Pioneered influencer marketing on Instagram. [00:08:00] Sees big opportunity for crypto marketing. [00:14:00] Grew vintage brand Von Dutch from 0 to $100M. [00:20:00] First bought Bitcoin in 2016. [00:25:00] Had "aha" moment with NFT potential. [00:30:00] Aligned Pudgy Penguins vision with community. [00:31:00] Ultimate vision is #1 NFT brand. Sponsor: We are proud to partner with Coinsilium, a focused Web3 investor and venture builder supporting innovative startups building a decentralized future. Coinsilium provides vital funding and expert advice to Web3 and AI-powered early-stage technology companies. Coinsilium also provides strategic advisory services to projects looking to issue tokens. With deep expertise across crypto, DeFi, and Web3, Coinsilium helps accelerate ambitious Web3 startups to the next level. Learn more at https://www.coinsilium.com Follow Luca Netz & Pudgy Penguins Website: https://www.pudgypenguins.com/ Youtube: @pudgypenguinsofficial Opensea: https://opensea.io/collection/pudgypenguins Twitter (X): https://twitter.com/pudgypenguins IG: https://www.instagram.com/pudgypenguins/ https://www.instagram.com/lucanetz/ Follow When Shift Happens: Website: https://www.when-shift-happens.co/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kevinffollonier/ Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kevinfollonier Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevinfollonier/ Twitter (X): https://twitter.com/yieldlabs