The Blockchain Show is a weekly podcast that demystifies cryptocurrencies and distributed ledger technology. 0x5279e7fd39c81a969b52cd97a6dac6df7cb90018
In this episode of "The Blockchain Show," we delve into the ever-evolving world of cryptocurrency with an exceptional guest, Dr. Tonya M. Evans. Driven by her mission to transform the crypto-curious into the crypto-confident, Dr. Evans brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the table. As a distinguished law professor, keynote speaker, author, and podcast host, she has emerged as a trusted voice in the cryptocurrency landscape.
Our conversation takes us on a journey through various facets of the crypto universe. Dr. Tonya M. Evans unravels common myths, offers practical insights for newcomers to the space, and discusses the legal and regulatory considerations essential for investors and businesses. With her unique perspective, she also shares her valuable experience, including an interview with Mark Wetjen, head of regulatory & policy strategy at FTX, conducted just days before its high-profile collapse.
Furthermore, Dr. Evans sheds light on her advisory role to the United States government regarding intellectual property law issues related to NFTs and blockchain technology. Her wisdom and clarity serve as a guiding light in the ever-changing landscape of blockchain and cryptocurrency. Don't miss this enlightening episode that aims to empower and educate both crypto-enthusiasts and newcomers alike.
Episode Highlights:
- Debunking common myths surrounding cryptocurrency. - Legal and regulatory considerations for investors and businesses. - Dr. Tonya M. Evans' advisory role to the U.S. government on NFTs and blockchain technology. - Empowering the crypto-curious to become crypto-confident.
Join us in this enlightening conversation with Dr. Tonya M. Evans, a trailblazer in the crypto and blockchain space, as we navigate the intricate terrain of cryptocurrency and blockchain innovation.
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In Episode 246 of The Blockchain Show, we sit down with Brad Chase, the Head of Liquidity Products at Ripple, a pioneering enterprise crypto solutions provider. Brad takes us on a journey through the intersection of machine learning, artificial intelligence (AI), and the crypto industry, shedding light on how Ripple leverages these cutting-edge technologies to build liquidity products that facilitate seamless transactions for hundreds of customers, amounting to billions of dollars.
Brad shares insights into his pivotal role in developing Ripple's Liquidity Hub, a platform that enables businesses to access crypto liquidity on-demand through smart order routing from market makers, exchanges, and OTC desks across various crypto assets. Discover how AI and machine learning are revolutionizing Ripple's On-Demand Liquidity services, elevating their capacity to cater to a rapidly growing market.
Throughout the episode, Brad also offers his perspective on the institutional adoption of crypto and unveils Ripple's main priorities and exciting upcoming announcements. If you're intrigued by the transformative power of AI and its impact on the crypto landscape, this episode is a must-listen.
Listeners interested in the future of liquidity solutions, AI-driven advancements in the crypto industry, and Ripple's strategic direction will find this conversation with Brad Chase highly informative and enlightening.
Guest Speaker Profile: Brad Chase - As the Head of Liquidity Products at Ripple, Brad is at the forefront of driving innovation in the world of crypto liquidity. With a passion for machine learning and AI, he spearheads the development of groundbreaking liquidity solutions that empower businesses worldwide. Brad's expertise and leadership have been instrumental in establishing Ripple as a trailblazing enterprise crypto solutions provider.
In this episode of The Blockchain Show, we are joined by Sherry Jiang, a former product manager at Google and Amazon and the founder of Bluejay Finance. Sherry shares her inspiring journey from the tech giants to the world of decentralized finance and how Bluejay Finance is leveraging DeFi to provide financial services to under-banked populations in Asia.
Throughout the conversation, Sherry sheds light on the challenges women face in the decentralized finance space and the importance of creating a more inclusive industry. She also discusses the unique advantages that decentralized finance brings to communities, breaking barriers and enabling financial inclusion in Asia.
As a thought leader in the blockchain space, Sherry provides valuable insights into the future of decentralized finance and its impact on traditional financial institutions. She explores the potential for collaboration between the two worlds and shares real-world examples of how Bluejay Finance is improving financial access and empowering individuals through their innovative DeFi solutions.
Join us as we delve into the world of decentralized finance with Sherry Jiang, uncovering its transformative potential, and exploring the ways it is reshaping the global financial landscape while improving the lives of individuals worldwide.
Join us on episode 244 as we delve into the exciting world of blockchain gaming with our special guest from Horizon Blockchain Games. Backed by industry giants like Brevan Howard Digital and Ubisoft, Horizon is at the forefront of revolutionizing the gaming ecosystem. Our guest, Michael Sanders, co-founder of Horizon Blockchain Games, will take us on a journey through the potential of web3 and its impact on the gaming industry.
Michael is a dynamic storyteller who has a unique ability to connect the dots and make complex concepts understandable. His passion for blockchain technologies sparked in 2010, and since then, he has immersed himself in the industry as an investor in cryptocurrencies and related startups. With a diverse background, including co-founding a clean energy startup, serving as VP of an advertising agency, and even exploring transformational dance and sound therapy, Michael brings a breadth of experience to the table. He is also an accomplished author, known for his best-selling book, Ayahuasca: An Executive's Enlightenment. Living a life of love, openness, and play, Michael is dedicated to infusing web3 and the emerging dimension with these same values.
Horizon Blockchain Games is a video game studio and blockchain infrastructure company that is paving the way for seamless integration and development in the blockchain gaming space. With their recent Series A funding round, led by Brevan Howard and Morgan Creek, and participation from Ubisoft and Take-Two Interactive Software, Horizon is positioned as a leading force in the industry.
With their all-in-one web3 developer platform and smart wallet called Sequence, Horizon is fast-tracking the process of developing web3 games on blockchain-compatible platforms like Ethereum. We'll explore the benefits of blockchain technology for gaming and how web3 has the power to shape the future of the industry.
Discover the challenges and opportunities in developing web3 games, as well as the shift from play-to-earn to play-and-earn models. Horizon's proof-of-concept technology and tangible gaming experiences showcase the unique possibilities that blockchain and web3 technologies bring to the table.
Don't miss this captivating conversation as we discuss the gaming and web3 outlook, including what's currently available in the market. Join us as we dive into the world of blockchain gaming and uncover the exciting innovations that Horizon Blockchain Games has to offer.
Tune in to The Blockchain Show and embark on a fascinating exploration of the future of gaming with Horizon Blockchain Games and their visionary co-founder, Michael Sanders.
In this episode, we dive into the world of data management and the power of blockchain technology with our special guest, Brian Platz, CEO and co-founder of Fluree. Fluree is a web3 company that has developed an innovative graph ledger database and data pipeline toolset for trusted and secure data management.
In today's fast-paced business environment, data has become the new oil, and Fluree is at the forefront of leveraging blockchain technology to harness its potential. With their decentralized and trusted data storage capabilities, Fluree enables developers to store and manage data in a format that is crucial for the success and longevity of their clients' businesses.
Join us as Brian Platz shares his valuable insights on various topics, including his takeaways from Fluree's recent Series A funding round. Discover why blockchain-based solutions remain essential for the future of business, even as the initial buzz has subsided. Brian will also delve into how Fluree's data-centric architecture provides access to clean and linked data, catering to a diverse range of data consumers.
Don't miss this insightful conversation with Brian Platz as we explore the intersection of blockchain and data management, and uncover the potential it holds for businesses in today's digital landscape.
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Join us for an enlightening conversation on The Blockchain Show as we dive into the fascinating world of emerging Fintech and its transformative effects on the world. In this episode, we have the privilege of hosting award-winning global thought leader, Emmanuel Daniel, as he shares his insights on the "Financialization of Everything" and the profound influence of personalized financial technology, including cryptocurrencies and blockchain.
Emmanuel, with his wealth of experience founding and running TAB Global, a prominent media, research, and consulting house, brings a unique perspective on how financial technology is reshaping the roles of institutions and markets. Drawing from his extensive network of leaders in banking and finance, Emmanuel offers valuable insights into the disruptive forces driving change and points global society in an entirely new direction.
Having won the Citibank Excellence in Business Journalism for Asia, Emmanuel's expertise is unparalleled. His upcoming book, tentatively titled "The Winning Civilization," delves deeper into the financially driven changes explored in his previous acclaimed work, "The Great Transition" (2022).
Tune in to discover the profound impact of highly personalized financial technology, the truth behind financial inclusion, the future of central bank digital currencies, and the pivotal role of decentralized finance in paving the way for cryptocurrencies and blockchain. Emmanuel also discusses how dysfunctional economies shape the future of global trade, the intricate relationship between public perception and the next financial crisis, the weaponization of money, and the reality behind the Chinese boogeyman myth.
Don't miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights from Emmanuel Daniel as he reveals the intricacies of financial transactions and shares his vision for preparing an unexpected future. Join us as we explore the dynamic intersection of finance, technology, and society on The Blockchain Show.
Neeraj Srivastava is Co-Founder and CTO of DLT Labs, a global leader in enterprise blockchain solutions. Join us as Neeraj shares his journey from financial cryptography to pioneering blockchain technology. Gain insights into DLT Labs' successful implementation of blockchain solutions, including their groundbreaking work with Walmart Canada. Discover the concept of enterprise blockchain, the benefits of smart contracts, and how blockchain has played a pivotal role in overcoming distribution challenges during the COVID-19 pandemic. Get ready to be inspired by Neeraj's vision for the future and the transformative potential of blockchain across various industries.
In this episode, we chat with Alex Khvatov, the CEO of DGT Network, as he shares how their company is empowering enterprises to build open and decentralized ecosystems with retained governance and control. Alex discusses how DGT addresses the issue of inadequate Web3 infrastructure through flexible tokenization, decentralized identity, and interoperability, as well as embedded real-world information. Through their innovative approach, DGT is creating a new standard for decentralized ecosystems that can revolutionize the way we interact with the digital world. Tune in to hear more about their vision for the future of Web3 and how they are making it a reality.
Ariadna Navarro is the Chief Strategy Officer at VSA Partners. Ariadna's expertise lies in brand and innovation strategies for crypto and other fintech industries. She oversees a team of 18 strategists at VSA, where she uses analytics, experience design, innovation, and brand and business strategy to find unique opportunities for clients from IBM to AT&T.
Recently, VSA was named the premiere creative partner for the Creator Fund of Ripple, a $250 million commitment to help indie creators bring their NFT projects to market on the XRP Ledger. VSA has worked with some of the world's top brands, including Google, Nike, IBM, and Pepsi. During the show, Ariadna discusses topics such as what drives NFT prices, blockchain's branding problem, and crypto trading addiction.
Ariadna's journey from heading up strategy at Interbrand to her current role at VSA is also explored. Originally from Venezuela, Ariadna has made New York her home for a very long time. Her passion for portfolio strategy, brand strategy, and solving problems makes this episode a must-listen for anyone interested in the evolving world of blockchain and fintech.
Kim Hamilton Duffy is Centre’s Director of Identity and Standards.
The Centre Consortium, an independent standard-setting body for the crypto ecosystem created by Coinbase and Circle. Centre launched an innovative set of decentralized identity protocols, called Verite, to address this question of how to protect our digital identities. Verite is designed to give people and organizations direct control over how, when, and where their personal information is shared in the crypto economy.
The standards can protect individuals’ digital identities for new blockchain-based apps in the next era of the internet. Algorand, Alkemi, Block, Coinbase, Circle, Compound Labs, ConsenSys, Espresso Systems, FTX, Hedera Hashgraph, Ledger, MetaMask Institutional, Phantom Technologies, Solana Foundation, Spruce, and Stellar Development Foundation have already committed to collaborating on shared decentralized identity standards using Verite.
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