Crypto Altruists: Real-World Stories of Social & Environmental Impact with Web3

For Episode 229, I’m thrilled to welcome Mark Pascall, Co-Founder of The Wellbeing Protocol and the newly launched hum.community a participatory funding platform that transforms how local communities allocate funds.In today’s episode, we explore this question and the origins of The Wellbeing Protocol, the lessons learned from 15 pilot projects across New Zealand, Australia, and the UK, and why hum.community is such a meaningful milestone for the future of community-led impact.You’ll learn:🌱 What a wellbeing economy really looks like, and how communities can design systems that prioritize connection, belonging, and collective thriving over traditional economic metrics.🤲 Why community-controlled funding matters, and how participatory micro-granting can unlock faster, fairer, and more culturally aligned decision-making.🛠️ How Web3 and Indigenous governance principles come together to create tools that strengthen local resilience and shift real power back to communities.🚀 And the story behind hum.community, a new platform enabling communities to collaborate transparently and allocate resources with unprecedented efficiency and trust.‍--Key Takeaways--🔗 Ancient Principles, Modern Systems: hum.community is built on Indigenous Māori principles like mana motuhake and whanaungatanga; showing that the future of funding isn’t about starting from scratch, but rediscovering timeless models of collective care and community-led governance.✨ From Passive to Empowered Participants: Instead of communities waiting on top-down decisions, hum transforms them into active stewards of resources, allowing them to propose ideas, vote, and co-design the impact they want to see. It’s funding powered by agency, not gatekeeping.🔗 Web3 Behind the Scenes, Accessible by Design: To ensure accessibility, early pilots ran off-chain to validate the model. Blockchain was introduced later as invisible infrastructure, abstracting away complexity while delivering trust, transparency, and accountable funding flows for all.--Full shownotes with links available at--www.cryptoaltruists.com/blog/crypto-altruists-episode-229-hum-community-from-charity-to-shared-agency-participatory-funding-and-the-future-of-local-impactThank you to PIPE gDAO for sponsoring the Crypto Altruism podcast!PIPE gDAO is leveraging blockchain for their University Real World Asset IP Launchpad that helps bring groundbreaking ideas from lab to market. --Support us with a Fiat or Crypto contribution--Learn more at https://www.cryptoaltruists.com/about/support--DISCLAIMER--While we may discuss specific web3 projects or cryptocurrencies on this podcast, do not take any of this as investment advice and make sure to do your own research on potential investment opportunities, or any opportunity, before making an investment. We host a variety of guests on this podcast with the sole purpose of highlighting the social impact use cases of this technology. That being said, Crypto Altruism does not endorse any of these projects, and we recognize that, since this is an emerging sector, some may be operating in regulatory grey areas, and as such, we cannot confirm their legality in the jurisdictions in which they operate, especially as it pertains to decentralized finance protocols. So, before getting involved with any project, it’s important that you do your own research and confirm the legality of the project. More info at cryptoaltruists.com/disclaimer

For episode 228, we have something special in store. In Web3, we spend a lot of time talking about potential: what blockchain could unlock for climate, aid, finance, or human rights. And those conversations matter because they help shape the future.But today, I want to cut through the noise and focus on what’s happening right now.All around the world, builders, nonprofits, and communities are already using crypto rails to move money faster, more transparently, and more equitably than ever before. Real people are feeling the impact. Lives are changing. And these stories often go unheard.So in this special episode, I’m sharing eight powerful clips from past conversations; moments that highlight the human stories behind the tech, and the tangible impact being made today.You’ll learn:🌍 Eight real-world stories of how blockchain is driving impact right now, far beyond theory and hype.💸 How crypto rails are strengthening healthcare access, supporting refugees, and powering local economies.⚡ How communities around the world, from Guatemala, Ukraine, Tanzania, and more are already feeling the benefits of decentralized tools.🏡 How innovators around the world are using Web3 to build resilience, increase financial inclusion, and support those most often left behind.‍--Key Takeaways--🌍 A Community That Shows Up: Across every story, one truth stands out: the crypto ecosystem rallies fast. Whether it’s raising emergency funds, supporting frontline workers, or powering local innovations, Web3 communities mobilize talent, capital, and creativity in ways traditional systems rarely can.🔗 Global Connection, Local Impact: Blockchain rails make it easier than ever to move value across borders, linking donors, builders, and communities instantly. From refugee aid to rural payments, crypto connects people who would otherwise be separated by distance, bureaucracy, or broken financial infrastructure.⚡ Bypassing Barriers, Reshaping Power: Crypto empowers individuals and communities to work around traditional gatekeepers and outdated institutions. These stories show how decentralized tools can deliver aid faster, expand financial access, and unlock opportunity where legacy systems have failed.‍--Full shownotes with links available at--www.cryptoaltruists.com/blog/crypto-altruists-episode-228-beyond-the-crypto-hype-8-real-world-stories-of-how-blockchain-is-driving-global-impactThank you to PIPE gDAO for sponsoring the Crypto Altruism podcast!PIPE gDAO is leveraging blockchain for their University Real World Asset IP Launchpad that helps bring groundbreaking ideas from lab to market. --Support us with a Fiat or Crypto contribution--Learn more at https://www.cryptoaltruists.com/about/support--DISCLAIMER--While we may discuss specific web3 projects or cryptocurrencies on this podcast, do not take any of this as investment advice and make sure to do your own research on potential investment opportunities, or any opportunity, before making an investment. We host a variety of guests on this podcast with the sole purpose of highlighting the social impact use cases of this technology. That being said, Crypto Altruism does not endorse any of these projects, and we recognize that, since this is an emerging sector, some may be operating in regulatory grey areas, and as such, we cannot confirm their legality in the jurisdictions in which they operate, especially as it pertains to decentralized finance protocols. So, before getting involved with any project, it’s important that you do your own research and confirm the legality of the project. More info at cryptoaltruists.com/disclaimer

For episode 227, we're excited to welcome Joe Agoada, CEO of Sostento. Joe has spent his career fighting to ensure that no one falls through the cracks of the healthcare system, and under his leadership, Sostento has helped more than 350,000 people access care and supported over 4,000 frontline health workers across the country.We explore today’s nonprofit challenges, how Web3 can help close care gaps, the future of blockchain in healthcare, and the vision behind Sostento’s new Crypto Advisory Board that brings together a cross-disciplinary group of builders to explore how blockchain can remove barriers to care and help more people access the healthcare they deserve.In today’s episode you’ll learn:💸 Why nonprofits are facing unprecedented challenges, and how blockchain and crypto philanthropy can help close critical gaps.🏥 How Sostento is removing real-world barriers to care and supporting thousands of frontline health workers across the U.S.🤝 The powerful lessons learned from mobilizing the crypto community during the pandemic, and the enormous potential of crypto for good.🔗 How Sostento’s new Crypto Advisory Board is bringing together leaders from across Web3 to explore blockchain’s role in accelerating healthcare equity.‍--Key Takeaways--🌍 A Sector Under Pressure: Nonprofits, especially those focused on healthcare, are facing unprecedented strain from funding cuts, rising demand, and a volatile political and economic environment.💡 The Power of Crypto Philanthropy: Sostento’s crypto journey began with a 25 ETH fundraiser during the PPE shortage, proving how quickly the crypto community can mobilize capital, talent, and creativity. Their new Crypto Advisory Board builds on that momentum by bringing diverse leaders together to explore how blockchain can strengthen healthcare access.🤝 Crypto Donors Want Impact, Not Hype: Despite stereotypes, crypto donors share the same core motivations as traditional philanthropists: generosity, transparency, and a desire to see real-world impact. Sostento emphasizes stewardship, involvement, and trust, ensuring donors feel valued, engaged, and part of the mission.‍--Full shownotes with links available at--www.cryptoaltruists.com/blog/crypto-altruists-episode-227-sostentos-crypto-advisory-board-bringing-blockchain-into-the-fight-for-healthcare-equityThank you to PIPE gDAO for sponsoring the Crypto Altruism podcast!PIPE gDAO is leveraging blockchain for their University Real World Asset IP Launchpad that helps bring groundbreaking ideas from lab to market. --Support us with a Fiat or Crypto contribution--Learn more at https://www.cryptoaltruists.com/about/support--DISCLAIMER--While we may discuss specific web3 projects or cryptocurrencies on this podcast, do not take any of this as investment advice and make sure to do your own research on potential investment opportunities, or any opportunity, before making an investment. We host a variety of guests on this podcast with the sole purpose of highlighting the social impact use cases of this technology. That being said, Crypto Altruism does not endorse any of these projects, and we recognize that, since this is an emerging sector, some may be operating in regulatory grey areas, and as such, we cannot confirm their legality in the jurisdictions in which they operate, especially as it pertains to decentralized finance protocols. So, before getting involved with any project, it’s important that you do your own research and confirm the legality of the project. More info at cryptoaltruists.com/disclaimer

For episode 226, I’m exited to welcome 0xJoshua and Penguin, Co-Founders of Azos, a third-generation DeFi protocol using blockchain technology to turn climate-positive assets into real financial infrastructure. Their stablecoin, AZUSD, is designed to hold a stable value while automatically directing capital toward environmental good.In our conversation, we explore how Azos is making values-aligned money possible, what it means to merge DeFi innovation with climate action, and how they’re building an ecosystem where both regens and degens can participate in building a greener future.You’ll learn:🌍 How Azos is leveraging stablecoins to create money that actively funds renewable energy and sustainability projects.💸 Why “values-aligned money” could redefine the way we think about savings, lending, and finance itself.🔗 How partnerships with pioneers like Glo Dollar, KlimaDAO, and Helios are weaving together a broader regenerative finance ecosystem.🎮 And how Azos is merging the energy of regens and degens; making impact finance both purposeful and engaging.‍--Key Takeaways--💚 Values-Aligned Money: Azos empowers people to choose currencies that reflect their beliefs by turning money into an expression of values. Through the AZUSD stablecoin, users can align their finances with causes like renewable energy, carbon credits, and climate-positive projects.⚖️ From Degen to Regen: Azos bridges two powerful communities in Web3: degens driven by financial innovation and regens driven by impact. By combining the creativity of DeFi builders with the purpose of sustainability advocates, Azos offers ways for everyone to participate in growing a regenerative economy.🌍 Building the Reserve Currency of the Regenerative Economy: Azos is strengthening the ReFi ecosystem by integrating projects like Glo Dollar, Helios, and KlimaDAO as collateral, expanding their utility, driving liquidity, and creating a rising tide that lifts all boats. The result is a more connected, resilient, and values-driven financial system built for long-term planetary good.‍--Full shownotes with links available at--www.cryptoaltruists.com/blog/crypto-altruists-episode-226-azos-better-money-for-a-better-planet-how-stablecoins-can-fund-climate-actionThank you to PIPE gDAO for sponsoring the Crypto Altruism podcast!PIPE gDAO is leveraging blockchain for their University Real World Asset IP Launchpad that helps bring groundbreaking ideas from lab to market. --Support us with a Fiat or Crypto contribution--Learn more at https://www.cryptoaltruists.com/about/support--DISCLAIMER--While we may discuss specific web3 projects or cryptocurrencies on this podcast, do not take any of this as investment advice and make sure to do your own research on potential investment opportunities, or any opportunity, before making an investment. We host a variety of guests on this podcast with the sole purpose of highlighting the social impact use cases of this technology. That being said, Crypto Altruism does not endorse any of these projects, and we recognize that, since this is an emerging sector, some may be operating in regulatory grey areas, and as such, we cannot confirm their legality in the jurisdictions in which they operate, especially as it pertains to decentralized finance protocols. So, before getting involved with any project, it’s important that you do your own research and confirm the legality of the project. More info at cryptoaltruists.com/disclaimer

For episode 225 of the Crypto Altruists podcast, we’re excited to welcome Lindsay Poss, former Hoops Sagrado player and current Campaign Architect behind their groundbreaking new initiative powered by the Stellar network.Through this campaign, Hoops Sagrado is paying basketball camp employees, vendors, and local partners in Guatemala using the Stellar Disbursement Platform and Beans App, enabling fast, transparent, and secure digital payments where traditional banking access is limited.In today’s conversation, we’ll explore how basketball is breaking barriers for blockchain, how Stellar’s ecosystem is helping bridge financial divides, and the importance of local community engagement in driving meaningful change in Web3.You’ll learn:🏀 How Hoops Sagrado is leveraging Stellar’s Disbursement Platform to power their youth basketball program, enabling safe, instant crypto payments to local coaches, vendors, and workers.🌍 Why blockchain can be a game-changer for financial inclusion; reducing risk, cutting costs, and empowering communities in cash-based economies.💚 And how sports, culture, and technology together can redefine what “crypto adoption” really looks like on the ground.‍--Key Takeaways--🏀 Meeting People Where They Are: True financial inclusion starts with accessibility. The Stellar Disbursement Platform makes crypto simple by offering easy on/off ramps and intuitive tools that work for those without deep tech knowledge.💸 Solving Real Problems, Simply: In rural Guatemala, staff once carried wads of cash to pay workers. Stellar and Hoops Sagrado replaced that risky system with fast, secure digital payments, proving that where there’s a clear need, the right tech can deliver lasting impact.🌱 Community Is the Gateway: By starting with culture and connection through basketball, shared spaces, and local collaboration, this project built trust from the ground up, showing how community-first design can make blockchain adoption truly stick.‍--Full shownotes with links available at--www.cryptoaltruists.com/blog/crypto-altruists-episode-225-stellar-and-hoops-sagrado-how-basketball-and-crypto-are-powering-financial-inclusion-in-guatemalaThank you to PIPE gDAO for sponsoring the Crypto Altruism podcast!PIPE gDAO is leveraging blockchain for their University Real World Asset IP Launchpad that helps bring groundbreaking ideas from lab to market. --Support us with a Fiat or Crypto contribution--Learn more at https://www.cryptoaltruists.com/about/support--DISCLAIMER--While we may discuss specific web3 projects or cryptocurrencies on this podcast, do not take any of this as investment advice and make sure to do your own research on potential investment opportunities, or any opportunity, before making an investment. We host a variety of guests on this podcast with the sole purpose of highlighting the social impact use cases of this technology. That being said, Crypto Altruism does not endorse any of these projects, and we recognize that, since this is an emerging sector, some may be operating in regulatory grey areas, and as such, we cannot confirm their legality in the jurisdictions in which they operate, especially as it pertains to decentralized finance protocols. So, before getting involved with any project, it’s important that you do your own research and confirm the legality of the project. More info at cryptoaltruists.com/disclaimer

For episode 224 of the Crypto Altruists podcast, we’re excited to welcome Eric Alsop, Chief Technology Officer at Pesabase, a fintech platform using blockchain rails to simplify remittances, empower communities, and make financial access a reality across Africa.In today’s conversation, we unpack what’s new with Pesabase’s latest platform evolution, how stablecoins and smart contracts can create better financial rails for underserved communities, and why Africa may hold the blueprint for the world’s decentralized financial future.You’ll learn:💸 How Pesabase is transforming remittances and cross-border payments across South Sudan, making them faster, cheaper, and more accessible for everyone.🌍 The real-world impact of blockchain rails, from empowering unbanked communities to building South Sudan’s first full-service digital bank.🤝 How transaction fees can fund community-driven philanthropy, creating a financial ecosystem that gives back.🔗 And how stablecoins, tokenized payments, and local infrastructure can unlock true financial inclusion for the next billion users.--Key Takeaways--🌍 Bridging Digital and Physical Finance: Pesabase merges blockchain infrastructure with real-world banking, meeting people where they are and expanding access to vital financial services across South Sudan, from remittances to microloans and savings.💚 Community-Driven Impact: Through token-powered rewards and philanthropic fee mechanisms, Pesabase is creating new pathways for locals to earn income, fund community initiatives, and keep more value circulating within South Sudan’s economy.💸 A Better Way to Send Money: By leveraging blockchain and stablecoins, Pesabase offers faster, cheaper, and more transparent remittances; cutting out middlemen, reducing fees, and ensuring every transaction delivers more value directly to families and communities.‍--Full shownotes with links available at--https://www.cryptoaltruists.com/blog/crypto-altruists-episode-224-pesabase-how-stablecoins-are-transforming-remittances-and-empowering-local-economies-in-south-sudanThank you to PIPE gDAO for sponsoring the Crypto Altruism podcast!PIPE gDAO is leveraging blockchain for their University Real World Asset IP Launchpad that helps bring groundbreaking ideas from lab to market. --Support us with a Fiat or Crypto contribution--Learn more at https://www.cryptoaltruists.com/about/support--DISCLAIMER--While we may discuss specific web3 projects or cryptocurrencies on this podcast, do not take any of this as investment advice and make sure to do your own research on potential investment opportunities, or any opportunity, before making an investment. We host a variety of guests on this podcast with the sole purpose of highlighting the social impact use cases of this technology. That being said, Crypto Altruism does not endorse any of these projects, and we recognize that, since this is an emerging sector, some may be operating in regulatory grey areas, and as such, we cannot confirm their legality in the jurisdictions in which they operate, especially as it pertains to decentralized finance protocols. So, before getting involved with any project, it’s important that you do your own research and confirm the legality of the project. More info at cryptoaltruists.com/disclaimer

For Episode 223, we continue our celebration of Octant Epoch 9 with part 2 of our Storytelling on Ethereum series where we explore how creators, educators, and storytellers are helping to define Ethereum’s narrative and build the foundation for a new, decentralized creator economy.In part 2, we dive into how creators are using Ethereum to reimagine ownership, funding, and creative freedom in the digital age. Joining me for this episode are three incredible creators who are each contributing to Ethereum’s story in their own unique way:🎙️ Natalie Crue, creator of Fork’d, an interactive global docuseries that brings Ethereum’s culture and communities to life, showing the human stories behind the “world computer.”🎙️ Ivie Satijn, co-lead of a landmark report on real-world asset tokenization that’s bringing institutions closer to Ethereum through collaboration with the actual creators of the ERC standards shaping the future of RWAs.‍🎙️ Riley, founder of Kimiya Mag, a long-form storytelling and research project exploring how Ethereum helps us rediscover meaning, purpose, and connection, both onchain and in our everyday lives.You’ll learn:✨ Why creativity and coordination are the true superpowers driving Ethereum’s next chapter.🌍 How creators are redefining the Web3 creator economy with blockchain powered community building and incentive mechanisms🤝 How Octant is helping creators and educators build sustainable, community-backed careers in Ethereum.💫 And what the next wave of onchain creators are building to make Ethereum more human, accessible, and inspiring.--Key Takeaways--🧰 New Tools, New Possibilities: Web3 gives creators a powerful new toolkit including mechanisms like tokenized engagement, memefied fundraising, and quadratic funding, unlocking new ways to build, monetize, and connect directly with their communities.🌍 Ethereum Localism: The future of Ethereum is global and local. By empowering creators to onboard and organize their own communities, we can build replicable, scalable models for impact that grow from the ground up.🌱 Sustainability Through Innovation: Being a creator is never easy; but new mechanisms like Octant’s public goods funding model are helping creators thrive long-term, providing transparent, community-driven paths to sustainability.--Full shownotes with links available at--https://www.cryptoaltruists.com/blog/crypto-altruists-episode-223-octant-epoch-9-special-part-2-building-a-new-creator-economy-on-ethereum--Support us with a Fiat or Crypto contribution--Learn more at https://www.cryptoaltruists.com/about/support--DISCLAIMER--While we may discuss specific web3 projects or cryptocurrencies on this podcast, do not take any of this as investment advice and make sure to do your own research on potential investment opportunities, or any opportunity, before making an investment. We host a variety of guests on this podcast with the sole purpose of highlighting the social impact use cases of this technology. That being said, Crypto Altruism does not endorse any of these projects, and we recognize that, since this is an emerging sector, some may be operating in regulatory grey areas, and as such, we cannot confirm their legality in the jurisdictions in which they operate, especially as it pertains to decentralized finance protocols. So, before getting involved with any project, it’s important that you do your own research and confirm the legality of the project. More info at cryptoaltruists.com/disclaimer.

For episode 222 of the Crypto Altruists podcast, we kick off part 1 of a short series celebrating Octant Epoch 9. It's called Storytelling on Ethereum; featuring conversations exploring how we communicate Ethereum’s human story to the world, and how Ethereum’s tech stack and community ethos empowers creators to elevate their storytelling.Since this is a special episode, we’re changing things up and joining me are two amazing co-hosts who are also part of this round:🎙️ Evan Mann, creator of The Rise Up Morning Show, who’s produced thousands of pieces of Ethereum-focused educational content and is now bringing those lessons to life through stories that connect with everyday people.🎥 Brooke Lacey, who’s built a massive following across TikTok, Twitter, and YouTube by making Ethereum approachable, funny, and deeply human, reminding us that culture and creativity matter just as much as code.Together, we explore how creators are shaping Ethereum’s narrative, what’s working, and what still needs to be told.You’ll learn:💸 How Octant is funding and supporting the next generation of creators shaping Ethereum’s story.‍🎙️ How creators and educators around the world are humanizing Ethereum through storytelling across diverse mediums.🤝 The most important narratives the world needs to hear about Ethereum; and how to communicate them to non-crypto audiences.💡 Practical tips and insights for building engaged Web3 communities.--Key Takeaways--💡 Start with the Why: When onboarding new audiences, lead with the value Web3 brings to people’s lives, not the jargon. Real impact stories connect better than buzzwords. To grow Ethereum’s reach, we need to meet people where they are, on the platforms and mediums they already use.🎭 Make It Human: Humor, emotion, and authentic storytelling help people see Ethereum not just as technology, but as a living movement shaped by culture, creativity, and community. For Ethereum to truly thrive, we must evolve from “Ethereum as software” to “Ethereum as story.”🌱 Funding the Future of Storytelling: Octant’s model for public goods funding recognizes that creators and educators are as vital as coders. As Brooke says, “content is infrastructure” ; it’s decentralized, global, and essential to Ethereum’s growth.--Full shownotes with links available at--https://www.cryptoaltruists.com/blog/crypto-altruists-episode-222-octant-epoch-9-special-communicating-ethereums-human-story-to-the-masses--Support us with a Fiat or Crypto contribution--Learn more at https://www.cryptoaltruists.com/about/support--DISCLAIMER--While we may discuss specific web3 projects or cryptocurrencies on this podcast, do not take any of this as investment advice and make sure to do your own research on potential investment opportunities, or any opportunity, before making an investment. We host a variety of guests on this podcast with the sole purpose of highlighting the social impact use cases of this technology. That being said, Crypto Altruism does not endorse any of these projects, and we recognize that, since this is an emerging sector, some may be operating in regulatory grey areas, and as such, we cannot confirm their legality in the jurisdictions in which they operate, especially as it pertains to decentralized finance protocols. So, before getting involved with any project, it’s important that you do your own research and confirm the legality of the project. More info at cryptoaltruists.com/disclaimer

For episode 221 of the Crypto Altruists podcast, we’re excited to welcome I. Christwin, Co-Founder of M3tering Protocol and Switch Electric. His journey into Web3 began with a simple question: how do we make clean power reliable, affordable, and investable where it’s needed most? That question led to M3tering, a protocol that coordinates rooftop solar using smart contracts, stablecoin prepayment, and token incentives; and to Switch Electric, the specialized hardware layer that makes it all work on the ground.Traditional energy systems often fail at the last mile where the need is greatestm keeping millions without access to affordable power. M3tering changes that by using smart contracts and stablecoins to make clean energy reliable, transparent, and fair.You’ll learn:⚡ How tokenized energy assets and stablecoins can unlock affordable solar energy where the grid falls short.🔌 Why purpose-built smart meters are the missing hardware link for decentralized energy systems.🧾 How NFT-backed meters and on-chain settlements make revenue transparent and fair for everyone.🌍 How blockchain can help end energy poverty and unlock the decentralized energy internet for 1B Africans by 2100.--Key Takeaways--🌍 Bridging the Digital and Physical Worlds: M3tering brings together blockchain, IoT, and community infrastructure, turning clean energy systems into transparent, decentralized networks that connect the blockchain to real-world impact.⚡ Power at the Edges: By producing and managing energy locally, M3tering helps reduce corruption, increase reliability and transparency, and unlock grassroots investment, shifting power back to the people.🔗 Why Blockchain Matters: Smart contracts act as trustless purchase agreements, NFTs bring smart meters on-chain, and crypto payments ensure transparent, automatic settlements. Each device runs on native crypto hardware, enabling a new era of secure, autonomous energy coordination.--Full shownotes with links available at--https://www.cryptoaltruists.com/blog/crypto-altruists-episode-221-m3tering-protocol-tokenizing-solar-power-the-future-of-decentralized-clean-energy-on-the-blockchainThank you to PIPE gDAO for sponsoring the Crypto Altruism podcast!PIPE gDAO is leveraging blockchain for their University Real World Asset IP Launchpad that helps bring groundbreaking ideas from lab to market. --Support us with a Fiat or Crypto contribution--Learn more at https://www.cryptoaltruists.com/about/support--DISCLAIMER--While we may discuss specific web3 projects or cryptocurrencies on this podcast, do not take any of this as investment advice and make sure to do your own research on potential investment opportunities, or any opportunity, before making an investment. We host a variety of guests on this podcast with the sole purpose of highlighting the social impact use cases of this technology. That being said, Crypto Altruism does not endorse any of these projects, and we recognize that, since this is an emerging sector, some may be operating in regulatory grey areas, and as such, we cannot confirm their legality in the jurisdictions in which they operate, especially as it pertains to decentralized finance protocols. So, before getting involved with any project, it’s important that you do your own research and confirm the legality of the project. More info at cryptoaltruists.com/disclaimer

For episode 220 of the Crypto Altruists podcast, we’re excited to welcome Bayley Wang, Co-founder & CEO of PrismaX, a robotics intelligence platform building an open coordination layer between humans and machines. PrismaX’s thesis is simple and bold: the bottleneck in robotics isn’t just hardware anymore, it’s coordination. If robots, humans, and AI are going to collaborate safely and at scale, we need transparent rules, shared standards, and incentives that reward the communities creating the value.You’ll learn:🔗 Why decentralized AI & robotics are powerful infrastructure for social good🌐 How Web3 creates transparent, community-owned coordination layers instead of Big Tech silos, keeping robotics in the public interest.🤝 How human-in-the-loop robotics can amplify people’s skills and extend our reach into environments that were previously unsafe or unreachable.🌱 How on-chain “RobotFi” primitives can power real-world impact use cases and drive humanity forward.‍--Key Takeaways--🤝 Humans Will Always Be in the Loop: AI isn’t perfect, and robotics will always need human oversight for safety, training, and maintenance. Far from replacing people, robots amplify human intelligence and skills.🔗 Web3 Brings the Incentives and Transparency: Decentralized systems make it possible to reward contributors, gamify participation, and gather diverse community input, creating intelligent “swarms” of human collaboration powered by incentives and transparency.🌍 Robotics Should Advance Humanity, Not Replace It: When designed responsibly, robots can take on the tasks we don’t enjoy like heavy labor, while giving us more time for what makes life meaningful: art, music, and time with loved ones. The key is keeping humanity in control.--Full shownotes with links available at--https://www.cryptoaltruists.com/blog/crypto-altruists-episode-220-prismax-decentralized-ai-robotics-and-blockchain-as-infrastructure-for-humanityThank you to PIPE gDAO for sponsoring the Crypto Altruism podcast!PIPE gDAO is leveraging blockchain for their University Real World Asset IP Launchpad that helps bring groundbreaking ideas from lab to market. --Support us with a Fiat or Crypto contribution--Learn more at https://www.cryptoaltruists.com/about/support--DISCLAIMER--While we may discuss specific web3 projects or cryptocurrencies on this podcast, do not take any of this as investment advice and make sure to do your own research on potential investment opportunities, or any opportunity, before making an investment. We host a variety of guests on this podcast with the sole purpose of highlighting the social impact use cases of this technology. That being said, Crypto Altruism does not endorse any of these projects, and we recognize that, since this is an emerging sector, some may be operating in regulatory grey areas, and as such, we cannot confirm their legality in the jurisdictions in which they operate, especially as it pertains to decentralized finance protocols. So, before getting involved with any project, it’s important that you do your own research and confirm the legality of the project. More info at cryptoaltruists.com/disclaimer