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In today's episode, I sit down with Maru Kaneko, founder and CEO of VAULTÉ, a platform bringing tokenized luxury assets to the blockchain. We talk about how tokenization opens access to diamonds, jewelry, and other high-end assets that were once limited to insiders, and why major institutions are moving in this direction. Maru shares lessons from building multimillion-dollar companies at a young age, including how delegating the right tasks fuels scale. He also opens up about losing a hedge fund, paying heavy “dummy tax,” and rebuilding stronger. It's a candid conversation about risk, resilience, timing, and believing in your vision when others don't.

In this episode, Stewart Alsop III sits down with Tom Faye — experimenter, author of The 90 Day Client Acquisition Code, and founder of Carbon Credits Marketplace — to talk about solar energy, off-grid living, and the solarpunk vision of a technology-powered utopia. They cover everything from perovskite solar cells and portable container-based solar systems, to carbon credits, ESG investing, and blockchain verification of clean energy output. The conversation also winds through AI training data, business automation, and the data labeling industry before circling back to some bigger questions about human nature, geopolitics, and what genuine self-reliance looks like in 2025. You can find Tom and his work at Carbon Credits Marketplace on LinkedIn and his energy consumption data visualization is also shared there. His book The 90 Day Client Acquisition Code is available for those looking to explore business automation further.Timestamps00:00 Introduction to Tom Fay and his work01:03 Understanding Solar Punk: Utopian Tech and Culture02:15 Current State of Solar Technology and Storage03:45 Living Off-Grid: Solar, Batteries, and Remote Work06:11 Solar Energy in Africa: Challenges and Opportunities12:21 Powering Communities with Mobile Solar Solutions16:50 The Vision of Solar Punk: Self-Sufficient Communities22:54 Existing Examples: Great Barrier Island and Others26:06 Overfishing, Environmental Challenges, and Technological Solutions28:34 Using Technology to Address Second-Order Environmental Problems36:35 Data, AI, and the Future of Energy Management43:13 Carbon Credits, Blockchain, and ESG Reporting45:27 The Geopolitics of Green Energy and Resource Control46:53 How to Connect with Tom Fay and Future ProjectsKey InsightsSolarpunk represents a genuine near-future possibility, not just an aesthetic. As solar panels and lithium batteries become cheaper and more efficient, the vision of abundant, decentralized clean energy is becoming a practical reality rather than a utopian fantasy.Perovskite solar cells are pushing efficiency roughly 22% beyond conventional panels, and the bigger revolution happening right now is on the storage side — cheaper, higher-capacity batteries are what will truly unlock solar's potential at scale.Africa may leapfrog the West on solar adoption, just as it leapfrogged landlines with mobile phones. People in energy-scarce countries viscerally understand the value of clean power in a way that people in the West, accustomed to reliable grids, simply don't.Portable solar container units — self-contained, deployable systems — already exist and are making off-grid energy viable for farms, mines, remote lodges, and even data centers, with a roughly five-to-one solar-to-load footprint required.Carbon credits generated from verified solar output, tracked via IoT smart meters and stamped on blockchain, represent a long-term business opportunity that survives political shifts because institutional investors and banks operate on independent ESG mandates.AI training data is a present and real economic opportunity, but a shrinking one. The window for humans — especially lawyers, scientists, and specialists — to get paid for their expertise is closing fast as labs pivot toward synthetic data generation.True self-reliance comes down to four things: food, water, power, and transportation. With solar and Starlink, the gap between remote wilderness and connected civilization has essentially collapsed — something unimaginable even a generation ago.

Owen Healy has spent five years matching blockchain talent with crypto projects around the world - and he's built a 50,000-follower LinkedIn following doing it. In this episode, Aaron sits down with the Ireland-based recruiter to explore how the blockchain talent market actually works: how recruiters get paid, how candidates can trust a headhunter is acting in their interest, and why referrals still beat job boards every time.Owen shares why Brazilian developers and blockchain professionals are increasingly in demand globally, what skills make candidates hireable regardless of location, and how the remote work pendulum is swinging back toward hybrid models. He also breaks down his "multi-chain" approach to job searching - why one-click LinkedIn applications rarely work, and how building genuine relationships inside target companies is the real edge in today's AI-saturated hiring landscape.------------------------------------------------------------------Figment is the leading independent provider of staking infrastructure with $18B assets under stake and provides the complete solution for over 1000 institutional clients in Latin America and globally. Through its enterprise-grade infrastructure, Figment enables clients such as banks and exchanges, to earn rewards on Proof-of-Stake assets such as Ethereum and Solana, while maintaining the highest standards of security, compliance, and performance.Learn more at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠figment.io⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠-------------------------------------------------------------------

This is the sixty-fourth episode in the Crypto Hipster's Curtain Calls Series, which includes 3–4-minute clips from Seasons 6-8. This compilation draws upon my conversations with:Adam Helfgott, co-founder @ Valence (10/14/2023, Season 6)Ian Estrada, co-founder and CEO @ MAITRIX (3/14/2025, Season 8)Nikhil Raghuveera, co-founder and CEO @ Aethos (5/26/2024, Season 7) Todd Haselhorst, CEO and founder @ HEALE Labs (4/13/2024, Season 7)David Weisberger, Co-founder Emeritus @ CoinRoutes (3/23/2025, Season 8)

Avalanche CBO, John Nahas, reveals the roadmap to solve the $100 trillion institutional distribution problem by trading general purpose blockchains for custom L1s. John Nahas, Chief Business Officer of Avalanche, joins Gen C to reveal the roadmap for transforming global finance through custom tailored, sovereign L1 blockchains. John breaks down the industry's much-needed transition away from "one-size-fits-all" technology to solve the $100 trillion distribution problem for institutions like JP Morgan and Citi. He shares the strategy behind Avalanche becoming the invisible backbone for everything from FIFA collections to tokenized equity markets, delivering the institutional rails required to move beyond speculative hype into real world economic value. - Links mentioned from the podcast: John's Twitter Avalanche Website Ava Labs Website New York Times Article: "Crypto is Pointless" - Follow us on Twitter:  ⁠⁠Sam Ewen⁠⁠, ⁠⁠CoinDesk - "Gen C" features host Sam Ewen. Executive produced by Uyen Truong.

Choose the Hard Way creator Andrew Vontz in conversation with Wukar Fit founder Art O'Connor, a strength coach for pro cyclists including World Champion Keegan Swenson, Sofia Villafane, Chase Wark, and athletes of all ages & ability levels working to be strong for life. — Art is a former pro mountain bike racer and now races cold weather ultra-endurance fat bike events like the Iditarod Trail Invitational 350 and the Fat Pursuit 200k where he placed second. His philosophy is lift heavy, ride fast. — As someone who primarily spends my winters in Maine trying to leave as often as possible to go somewhere warm to ride, Art's affinity for racing in below zero temps in the wilderness fascinates me. — Art and I share an appreciation of functional movement and the importance of being durable enough to function in life, not just perform on the bike.  — Art famously completed the Abandon Your Family 500 challenge and joined us for the AYF hot wash, find that episode in the archives.  — Find Art on Instagram @wukarfit and his training programs are available there and at wukarfit.com through the train heroic app. — To support Choose the Hard Way, please become a paid subscriber of https://alwaysthehardway.substack.com/. — Scripted and robotic is out, real is in. The communication landscape has changed and yesterday's media training just doesn't work.   — That's why I started One Real Voice to provide the training and narrative development senior executives need to thrive in the unscripted, open-ended communication formats like town halls, fireside chats, and podcasts that are mission critical for their roles.    — I limit the number of clients I work with to go deep, but if you're ready to be great, DM me @hardwaypod or email hello@onerealvoice.com. — When you're ready to be great, DM https://www.instagram.com/hardwaypod or reach out to hello@onerealvoice.com. — With over $1 trillion in transactions to date, Blockchain.com is your trusted partner on your crypto journey. Go to Blockchain.com to get started today no experience required. — Lauf is the Apple of bike design and they make elegant products that just work better than everything else. Check them out at www.laufcycles.com. — Andrew Vontz's Choose the Hard Way newsletter: https://alwaysthehardway.substack.com/ — One Real Voice – narrative, strategy and coaching for podcasts and high-stakes conversations: http://www.onerealvoice.com — Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/hardwaypod — LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrewvontz/  

For episode 688 of the BlockHash Podcast, host Brandon Zemp is joined by Viktor Ihnatiuk, Co-Founder and CEO of Utexo, a Bitcoin-native stablecoin settlement network backed by Tether. Utexo enables private, compliant USDT payments with fixed costs, powered by the Lightning Network and RGB.Viktor is a Bitcoin and Web3 engineer with over 12 years of experience building core infrastructure, protocol tooling, and privacy-preserving distributed systems. A serial entrepreneur, he has founded and scaled multiple successful ventures across the crypto industry. Previously, Viktor scaled Boosty Labs into the leading European Web3 development house, growing the team to 150+ engineers and partnering with major industry players including Coinbase, Ledger, Consensys, MoonPay, and Blockchain.com. Earlier in his career, he joined Storj Labs to help build decentralized cloud infrastructure, where he led the Growth team. He was responsible for expanding the distributed node network and shipping operator-facing tools that improved usability and long-term sustainability. Following this period of growth and infrastructure maturation, Storj achieved a successful exit after its acquisition. In parallel with these ventures, Viktor co-founded Astroid to support early BTCFi teams, helped launch the RGB Association, and contributed to Thunderstack—the primary infrastructure provider for RGB—built in collaboration with Tether and Fulgur. Across his work, Viktor focuses on expanding Bitcoin's utility and driving real-world adoption through scalable, privacy-first financial applications. 

Davide Crapis is an AI Lead at the Ethereum Foundation.AI agents are already choosing which blockchains to use. Davide Crapis, AI Lead at the Ethereum Foundation, explains why Ethereum is building the infrastructure to win them over and what the internet of agents looks like in the near future.In this episode, we cover:+ Why AI agents are rational actors when choosing chains+ From experiment to infrastructure: How ERC-8004 creates the railway for agent economies+ Ethereum's most underappreciated advantage: ZK protocols for verification and privacy+ The future of agents hiring each other with onchain payments------

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In this episode of The Block Runner Podcast, hosts William and I-man dive into the current surge of AI adoption and its impact on society, contrasting it with the recent 7% rise in Bitcoin. They explore the evolving narratives around AI-driven businesses, such as zero-human companies and prompt selling, highlighting both the hype and the realities behind these claims. The discussion also covers the risks associated with AI, including potential mass surveillance and autonomous weapons, with insights from Sam Altman and recent geopolitical impacts like supply chain concerns. William and I-man emphasize the importance of understanding AI's practical applications, limitations, and the possible future scenarios that could shape our world. Watch the full episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheBlockRunner Subscribe to our newsletter at TheBlockRunner.com for more updates. Hosts: William and I-man.

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"Four Weeks to Flatten Iran" Hosts: Darren Weeks, Vicky Davis Website for the show: https://governamerica.com Vicky's website: https://thetechnocratictyranny.com COMPLETE SHOW NOTES AND CREDITS AT: https://governamerica.com/radio/radio-archives/22657-govern-america-march-7-2026-four-weeks-to-flatten-iran Listen LIVE every Saturday at 11AM Eastern or 8AM Pacific at http://governamerica.net or on your favorite app. Oil prices skyrocket as Strait of Hormuz is restricted with no end in sight to the Middle East conflict. Trump asserts he will accept nothing else as a condition to end the war than Iran's "unconditional surrender". Secretary of State Marco Rubio admits U.S. was dragged into Iran war by Israel. Did Benjamin Netanyahu threaten to use nukes? Did Israel perform a secret underground test in the weeks leading up to the attack on Iran? Also, economy slows as unemployment rises. Democrats want to bust up Big Food?

This conversation delves into the $80 million fund launched by Draper Dragon and the Cardano Foundation to boost ecosystem projects on the Cardano blockchain. The discussion covers the fund's structure, investment strategies, governance mechanisms, and the importance of community engagement. Key insights include a breakdown of investments by category, the role of equity investments in startup acceleration, and the establishment of a transparent public dashboard for accountability. The conversation emphasises the need for professional management in venture funding to ensure sustainable growth and support for Cardano projects.TakeawaysThe $80 million fund aims to enhance Cardano's ecosystem.Draper Dragon has a strong background in digital asset investments.The fund will operate in tranches to manage capital deployment effectively.Direct investments will focus on Cardano native companies.Equity investments will be made in startup acceleration programs.A public dashboard will track fund performance and ecosystem impact.Governance will involve community oversight through a special purpose vehicle.The fund aims to return capital to the treasury and support ecosystem growth.Community feedback has shaped the proposal's final structure.Professional management is crucial for successful venture funding.Chapters00:00 Introduction to the $80 Million Fund05:52 Understanding Draper Dragon's Role11:18 Investment Structure and Tranche Breakdown15:40 Equity Investments and Startup Acceleration20:56 Governance and Accountability Mechanisms25:07 Performance Metrics and Community Protections30:09 Draper University and Ecosystem Development35:23 Final Thoughts and Community SupportDISCLAIMER: This content is for informational and educational purposes only and is not financial, investment, or legal advice. I am not affiliated with, nor compensated by, the project discussed—no tokens, payments, or incentives received. I do not hold a stake in the project, including private or future allocations. All views are my own, based on public information. Always do your own research and consult a licensed advisor before investing. Crypto investments carry high risk, and past performance is no guarantee of future results. I am not responsible for any decisions you make based on this content.

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In this episode, we discuss crypto market sentiment, contrasting trading versus long-term investing approaches and the cyclical nature of crypto assets. We also discuss geopolitical tensions and potential oil price impacts, growth in crypto perpetual trading, especially on Hyperliquid, and debate how blockchain networks might serve as settlement layers for traditional finance. Thanks for tuning in! As always, remember this podcast is for informational purposes only, and any views expressed by anyone on the show are solely their opinions, not financial advice. -- Follow Blockworks Research: https://x.com/blockworksres Follow Danny: https://x.com/defi_kay_ Follow Boccaccio: https://x.com/salveboccaccio -- Join us at DAS (Digital Asset Summit) in New York City this March! Use the link below to learn more, and use code 0X200 to get $200 off your ticket! See you there! Learn more + get your ticket here: https://blockworks.co/event/digital-asset-summit-nyc-2026 -- Subscribe on YouTube: https://bit.ly/3foDS38 Subscribe on Apple: https://apple.co/3SNhUEt Subscribe on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3NlP1hA Get top market insights and the latest in crypto news. Subscribe to Blockworks Daily Newsletter: https://blockworks.co/newsletter/ -- Timestamps: (0:00) Introduction (1:43) Crypto Trading vs Investing (17:07) Geopolitics and Market Impact (25:44) HIP-3 Markets on Hyperliquid (37:25) Canton vs Public Blockchains (58:46) Closing Thoughts -- Check out Blockworks Research today! Research, data, governance, tokenomics, and models – now, all in one place Blockworks Research: https://www.blockworksresearch.com/ Free Daily Newsletter: https://blockworks.co/newsletter -- Disclaimer: Nothing said on 0xResearch is a recommendation to buy or sell securities or tokens. This podcast is for informational purposes only, and any views expressed by anyone on the show are solely our opinions, not financial advice. Boccaccio, Danny, and our guests may hold positions in the companies, funds, or projects discussed.

Animoca Brands Chairman Yat Siu makes a bold prediction: within the next few years, there will be 30 to 50 billion AI agents operating online. And they won't live on Facebook or Google — they'll live on the blockchain.In this wide-ranging conversation, Yat breaks down why crypto infrastructure was built for this moment, why Europe faces "technology colonization," and what Apple's 30% Patreon fee reveals about platform power.In this conversation:• Bitcoin acting as a safe haven vs. risk asset• Hong Kong's position as Asia's financial hub• The real state of NFTs and gaming• Animoca Combines: AI agents for everyone• His prediction: 30-50 billion agents on-chain• Why digital identity matters more for agents than humans• Agent swarm security experiments at AnimocaAbout the Guest:Yat Siu is the Chairman and Co-founder of Animoca Brands, one of the world's leading blockchain gaming and investment companies. Animoca Brands has made over 400 investments in Web3 projects.

In this episode, Sharif Bennett, co-founder of CineBlock, shares insights on how regulated investment crowdfunding is transforming entertainment financing. Discover how fans and investors can directly support and profit from film projects, revolutionizing traditional Hollywood funding models. Key topics - The origin story of CineBlock and its founders - Problems with traditional film financing and how crowdfunding addresses them - The role of blockchain in ensuring transparency and security - Building communities of investors and fans around films - The impact of industry consolidation and the need for alternative funding - Strategies for filmmakers to leverage social media and fan engagement - The future of theaters and how fan investment can revive cinema - The importance of understanding community pain points and marketing - Scaling and optimizing crowdfunding campaigns for success - The cultural shift towards creator and fan empowerment Takeaways - Crowdfunding can democratize film financing, allowing fans to invest directly. - Blockchain technology provides transparency and security for investors. - Building a community around a project increases engagement and funding success. - Fan investment can help revive traditional theaters and boost box office sales. - Understanding your community's pain points is crucial for effective marketing. - Scaling should prioritize improving user experience and customer satisfaction. - Data-driven decisions are essential for optimizing campaigns. - The future of entertainment lies in creator-fan collaboration and empowerment. - Industry consolidation makes alternative funding methods more vital. - Early community engagement and marketing are key to successful launches. Chapters:  00:00 Introduction to Titl and Real Estate Innovation  06:45 Addressing Industry Inefficiencies  13:30 The Role of Blockchain and AI  20:15 Strategic Partnerships and Market Acceptance  27:50 Automating Title Searches  34:05 Building a Digital Land Registry  40:20 Rebranding and Market Perception  46:55 Future of Real Estate Technology Social and Website: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sharif-bennett-99b1a449/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/cineblock/ https://www.cineblockfilms.com/

Crypto News: Kraken exchange wins Kansas City Fed approval for limited master account. Morgan Stanley taps Coinbase and BNY Mellon for custody in proposed Bitcoin ETF. Western Union teams with Crossmint to support USDPT stablecoin on Solana. Brought to you by

Malcolm Clarke, VP of Digital Assets at Western Union, joined me to discuss why Western Union is building its own stablecoin, USDPT, on the Solana blockchain.Topics: - Building a stablecoin on Solana - U.S. Dollar Payment Token (USDPT) - Banks and payment companies using stablecoins - Stablecoins impact on capital allocation and liquidity - Future of payments - Tokenization marketBrought to you by

A hot paper — "Some Simple Economics of AGI" — has been making the rounds, so we sat down with the author, covering:  Automation vs. verification: the key economic split  Why AI agents now feel like coworkers - What's happening to junior roles and the “codifier's curse”  The “AI sandwich” structure for firms  The value of "meaning-makers," consensus, and status economies  Why crypto may become essential infrastructure for identity, provenance, and trust  Two possible futures: a hollow vs. augmented economy  Featuring Christian Catalini (founder of MIT Crypto Economics Lab) and Eddy Lazzarin (CTO of a16z crypto) in conversation with Robert Hackett, our discussion dives deep into how automation is reshaping labor markets, as well as the nature of intelligence.  What do these changes mean for startups, the future of work, and your career?  Highlights  00:00 Introduction  01:47 AGI economics optimism and playbook  05:39 Agents as coworkers  07:39 Software work becomes verification  10:47 Automation versus verification  12:03 "Unknown unknowns" and taste  16:27 Human augmentation and intent  17:55 The "AI Sandwich" and "Codifier's Curse"  21:54 "Meaning-makers" and the human touch  23:48 Crypto for identity and trust?  27:10 Measurability: How to think about it  33:23 Machine coordination and art after automation  35:46 Trojan horse risks  37:47 Liability and insurance  41:08 Crypto and verification  44:31 A hollow vs. augmented economy  49:45 Career advice in the AI era  51:26 The one-person billion-dollar startup  57:15 Open-source as antibodies  58:42 Blockchains for coordination  01:01:49 Closing thoughts  Follow a16z crypto for more...  X: https://x.com/a16zcrypto  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/a16zcrypto/posts/  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@a16zcrypto 

Basic Cryptonomics 101: UTXO vs. EVM - Why EVM Blockchains Let Developers Skip The Line (OOC) #Crypto #Cryptocurrency #podcast #BasicCryptonomics #Bitcoin #Gold #Silver #Platinum #Palladium Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://CryptoTalk.FM Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠@ThisIsCTR⁠⁠⁠⁠ Discord:⁠⁠⁠⁠ @CryptoTalkRadio⁠⁠⁠⁠ Chapters (00:00:00) - Out of Cycle Update(00:01:32) - How UTXOs work vs. Bitcoin(00:10:20) - My Case for Ethereum and UTXO

In this episode, Brendan and Mark Wendland discuss the innovative blockchain project, Canton, and its role in transforming traditional financial markets. Mark, the CEO of Tharimmune, explains how Canton (Ticker CC) is designed to facilitate real financial transactions while ensuring privacy and compliance. The conversation delves into the partnerships that Canton has established with major financial institutions, the importance of tokenization in the current market, and the future of digital assets. Mark emphasizes the need for a balanced approach to transparency and privacy in financial transactions, and he shares insights on the evolving landscape of crypto and its impact on both institutional and retail investors.Check out Quince: https://quince.com/CRYPTO101Check out Mars Men: https://mengotomars.comGet my #1 altcoin pick for this month.Get immediate access to my entire crypto portfolio for just $1.00 today! Get your FREE copy of "Crypto Revolution" and start making big profits from buying, selling,Get immediate access to my entire crypto portfolio.. just $1.00 today! Go here to get access: https://www.crypto101insider.com/cryptnation-directm6pypcy1?utm_source=Internal&utm_medium=YouTube&utm_content=Podcast&utm_term=20250916Get your FREE copy of "Crypto Revolution: Your Guide To The Future of Money". In this book, I reveal how to make (and keep) a fortune during this crypto bull run! http://www.cryptorevolution.com/free?utm_source=Internal&utm_medium=YouTube&utm_content=Podcast&utm_term=20250916Chapters00:00 Introduction to Canton and Theramune06:02 Understanding Canton: The Blockchain for Financial Markets12:05 Canton's Institutional Partnerships and Ecosystem18:23 Theramune's Role in the Canton Ecosystem21:42 Tokenization and Real World Assets27:48 Future of Tokenization and Market Impact34:37 Looking Ahead: The Future of Canton and CryptoMERCH STOREhttps://cryptorevolutionmerch.com/Subscribe to YouTube for Exclusive Content:https://www.youtube.com/@crypto101podcast?sub_confirmation=1Follow us on social media for leading-edge crypto updates and trade alerts:https://twitter.com/Crypto101Podhttps://instagram.com/crypto_101*This is NOT financial, tax, or legal advice*Boardwalk Flock LLC. All Rights Reserved  ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬Fog by DIZARO https://soundcloud.com/dizarofrCreative Commons — Attribution-NoDerivs 3.0 Unported — CC BY-ND 3.0 Free Download / Stream: http://bit.ly/Fog-DIZAROMusic promoted by Audio Library https://youtu.be/lAfbjt_rmE8▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬Our Sponsors:* Check out Mars Men: https://mengotomars.com* Check out Mars Men: https://mengotomars.com* Check out Quince: https://quince.com/CRYPTO101Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In this episode, I speak to an audience of entrepreneurs about how technology is resetting the business landscape, from the rise of AI to the explosion of experiential events and alternative sports. I dive deep into the changing competitive landscape, where the convergence of social, blockchain, and AI is creating new battlegrounds for attention. I stress that building a personal or company brand is the single most important long-term strategy, and I share my belief that the individual person is about to build a billion-dollar corporation. I also answer questions about the future of live shopping, my hiring philosophy, and why I waited years to raise capital for VaynerMedia. You'll learn about:The Convergence of AI, Blockchain, and Social MediaWhy Attention is the #1 CurrencyThe Explosive Opportunity in Experiential Events and Alternative SportsWhy the Boom in Collectibles "Hasn't Even Begun"My Hiring Strategy: Focusing on Self-Confidence over InsecurityHow to Navigate Capital Issues and the Power of PatienceWhy the Blockchain is a Vital "Ledger of Proof"

For episode 685 of the BlockHash Podcast, host Brandon Zemp is joined by Muriel Médard, CEO of Optimum, where they are building the fastest decentralized internet protocol for Web3, starting with a high-throughput, low-latency networking protocol that permissionlessly integrates with any blockchain. Optimum is building infrastructure that helps crypto networks and communities operate at peak efficiency. By aligning incentives, streamlining participation, and optimizing on chain activity, Optimum aims to create smarter, more sustainable ecosystems across decentralized networks. As blockchain adoption accelerates, fragmented participation and misaligned incentives continue to slow growth. Optimum tackles this head on by providing tools and systems that empower builders, validators, and communities to coordinate more effectively and unlock long term value.

For episode 241, we welcome Will Ruddick, Founder of Grassroots Economics and architect behind Sarafu Network and the Cosmo-Local Credit DAO. We are also joined by a special Co-Host, Coleen Chase, who brings great perspective from her work with community saving circles with The Solar Foundation.You'll learn:

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Stewart Alsop sits down with Ulises Martins on the Crazy Wisdom podcast to explore how artificial intelligence is fundamentally disrupting professional careers, labor markets, and the pace of human adaptation itself. They discuss everything from Dario Amodei's concept of "technological adolescence" to the possibility that we're approaching a point where AI advancement accelerates beyond our ability to keep up, touching on topics ranging from the economics of software development and the future of warfare to generational differences in how people will respond to AI-driven change. Martins emphasizes that while we may not be able to predict exactly what's coming, we need to dramatically increase our efforts to learn and adapt—potentially doubling the time we invest in understanding AI—because this isn't optional change, it's disruption happening at an unprecedented speed. Connect with Ulises on Linkedin to follow his work in AI and generative technology.Timestamps00:00 — Stewart introduces Ulysses Martins, framing the conversation around accelerationism and the future of work.05:00 — Ulises uses the parent-child analogy to argue humans will no longer play the dominant role as AI surpasses us.10:00 — Both agree learning AI is non-negotiable, urging listeners to double their investment in staying current.15:00 — Discussion shifts to software as media, the collapsing cost of building products, and the risk of big players like Anthropic making your idea obsolete overnight.20:00 — Ulises raises ecology vs. cosmic ambition, questioning whether humanity should aim for civilizational-scale goals like the Dyson sphere.25:00 — Stewart's ESP32 hardware project illustrates AI's current blind spots beyond software, while both predict physical-world AI will arrive as a byproduct of bigger industrial goals.30:00 — Tesla's birthplace in Croatia sparks a reflection on human genius as luck versus deliberate investment, invoking the Apollo program as a model.35:00 — The US-China AI race is compared to the Cold War Space Race, with interdependency acting as a brake on outright conflict.40:00 — Drone warfare and AI reframe military power, making troop size irrelevant and potentially reducing total war.45:00 — Agile methodology and generational shifts are linked, asking how Gen Z's values will shape the AI era globally.50:00 — Argentine vs. American Zoomers are contrasted, with millennial expectations versus Gen Z's pragmatism explored.55:00 — Ulises closes urging everyone to enjoy the ride, taking the infinite stream of change one episode at a time.Key Insights1. The Death of Traditional Career Paths: The concept of professional careers as we know them—starting as a junior and progressively advancing—is becoming obsolete due to AI's rapid advancement. This applies far beyond just software and SaaS companies, extending to all industries as robots and AI systems gain capabilities that fundamentally disrupt labor markets. The question isn't whether we'll adapt, but whether humans can adapt fast enough to keep pace with exponential technological change.2. The Acceleration Imperative: People must dramatically increase their investment in learning about AI immediately. Whatever time you were previously dedicating to staying current with technology needs to be doubled or tripled. This isn't optional—it's comparable to the necessity of basic education. Unlike previous technological transitions where you had years to learn new frameworks or tools, the current pace demands immediate, intensive engagement or you risk becoming irrelevant.3. Software as Media and the Collapse of Development Economics: Software has become media—easily reproducible and increasingly commoditized through AI assistance. The fundamental economics of software development are collapsing because if building software requires dramatically fewer development hours, the value and price of that software must necessarily decrease. Entrepreneurs need a new evaluation framework that assesses the risk of their ideas being replicated by AI or absorbed by major players like Anthropic or OpenAI.4. The Parent-Child Analogy for AI Development: Humanity's relationship with AI will inevitably mirror that of parents with increasingly capable children. Initially, we understand and control what AI does, but as it advances, it will surpass human capabilities in most domains. Just as parents cannot control fully grown adult children who exceed their abilities, humans will need to reconcile with creating something superior to ourselves. Attempting to permanently control such systems may be both impossible and potentially pathologic.5. The Kardashev Scale and Civilizational Ambitions: AI represents a civilizational-level technology that should redirect humanity toward grander goals like capturing stellar energy through Dyson spheres and expanding beyond our solar system. The competition between China and the United States over AI mirrors the Apollo program's space race but with higher stakes—potentially making traditional concepts like money less relevant if we successfully crack general intelligence. This requires thinking beyond planetary constraints.6. The Changing Nature of Warfare and Geopolitics: AI and autonomous weapons systems are fundamentally changing warfare by making human soldiers less relevant, similar to how nuclear weapons reduced the importance of conventional military force. This shift may actually reduce bloody civilian casualties in conflicts between major powers, as drone warfare and AI-driven systems create new equilibriums. The geopolitical map may fracture into more sovereign states and city-states as centralized control becomes less effective.7. Generational Adaptation and Unpredictability: Different generations will respond uniquely to AI disruption based on their values and experiences. Generation Z, having grown up during the pandemic without traditional expectations, may adapt differently than millennials who experienced unmet expectations. However, we must remain humble about our predictive abilities—we're not good at forecasting technological change or its timing. The best approach is maintaining openness, trying to understand developments as they unfold, and accepting that we cannot consume all information in an era of unlimited AI-generated content.

This conversation covers the latest developments in the crypto space, focusing on the Cardano ecosystem, particularly the launch of USDC, liquidity improvements, and the innovative Midnight Network. It discusses the importance of user experience in crypto transactions, the emergence of projects on Midnight, and the challenges posed by Maximal Extractable Value (MEV) bots. Additionally, it highlights partnerships and the future of Cardano, including hardware preparations for becoming a Midnight validator.TakeawaysThe Korean government accidentally compromised a seed phrase.USDC is now available on the Cardano ecosystem, enhancing liquidity.Cross-chain capabilities are improving for Cardano.User experience for USDC transactions needs enhancement.Midnight Network focuses on privacy and selective disclosure.Several projects are already building on Midnight.MEV bots pose a significant risk to users in crypto transactions.Partnerships like Pair Point are crucial for Midnight's success.The Cardano Foundation is expanding its educational resources through Binance Academy.Hardware is essential for becoming a Midnight validator.Chapters00:00 Intro02:51 USDC on Cardano14:13 Pyth is next!15:44 Midnight City17:42 Projects Building on Midnight21:16 Privacy prevents MEV attacks23:41 Midnight and Pairpoint25:07 Cardano Foundation Institutional Adoption Track26:09 Cardano Scaling is Coming29:08 Cardano on Binance Academy29:54 Strike is Killing it30:58 Mithril Signers32:11 Midnight Node Incoming36:18 SupportDISCLAIMER: This content is for informational and educational purposes only and is not financial, investment, or legal advice. I am not affiliated with, nor compensated by, the project discussed—no tokens, payments, or incentives received. I do not hold a stake in the project, including private or future allocations. All views are my own, based on public information. Always do your own research and consult a licensed advisor before investing. Crypto investments carry high risk, and past performance is no guarantee of future results. I am not responsible for any decisions you make based on this content.

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In today's episode of The Milk Road Show, we sit down with Peter Smith, Founder & CEO of Blockchain.com, to break down the current crypto market, the Clarity Act update, AI's impact on digital assets, and whether Bitcoin is setting up for its most painful move yet. Peter argues there's roughly a 65% probability that the yearly low is already in, but warns that the next move could shock the majority of investors.~~~~~⚡ Wealth is evolving, use Nexo to earn, borrow, and trade crypto all in one secure platform.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

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2026 is the 'Year of Institutions' for Blockchain & Crypto. But who will lead the adoption, and more importantly who will 'win' in this new era?

Jacques Boschung, CEO of Halborn, sat down with me for an interview at the Halborn Access 2026 Summit at the NYSE. We discussed how Halborn is helping institutions to protect their crypto assets. Recorded January 23rd. Brought to you by ✅ VeChain is a versatile enterprise-grade L1 smart contract platform https://www.vechain.org/

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────────────────────────────────────────[00:01:23:15] — “Satanic Singularity” Framing of Disclosure, Psychedelics, and Epstein NetworksThe opening monologue links UFO disclosure, psychedelic drug promotion, intelligence agencies, and Epstein-related scandals as converging elements of a broader cultural and spiritual transformation narrative.────────────────────────────────────────[00:02:42:27] — Mainstreaming Psychedelics as Therapeutic and Cultural ShiftDMT and related psychedelic substances are described as reentering mainstream acceptance through medical and political channels as both therapy and consciousness exploration.────────────────────────────────────────[00:07:07:14] — UFO Phenomenon Interpreted as Rebranding of Ancient Spiritual NarrativesModern UFO culture is portrayed as reframing historical religious or supernatural accounts within a scientific extraterrestrial framework.────────────────────────────────────────[00:09:51:20] — Disclosure Narrative Positioned as Political Distraction StrategyPolitical discussion of alien disclosure is interpreted as a potential mechanism for managing public attention during periods of controversy or crisis.────────────────────────────────────────[00:11:48:05] — Pentagon Signals Possible UFO Declassification ProcessDefense officials indicate active preparation to review and potentially release classified UFO-related materials following executive direction.────────────────────────────────────────[00:12:48:23] — CIA Mind-Control Programs Linked to Psychedelic Research HistoryProject Artichoke and related programs are discussed as early intelligence efforts exploring behavioral manipulation through drugs and covert experimentation.────────────────────────────────────────[00:18:35:27] — MKUltra and Artichoke Framed as Foundations of Psychological OperationsMind-control experiments are described as precursors to modern psychological and perception-management strategies.────────────────────────────────────────[00:19:46:05] — Pandemic Response Framed as Coordinated Psychological OperationCOVID-era planning exercises and institutional coordination are characterized as long-developed psychological operations involving public-private systems.────────────────────────────────────────[00:24:37:18] — Alternative Cancer Treatment Debate Challenges Medical EstablishmentA cancer survivor interview introduces criticism of conventional oncology practices and promotes non-traditional treatment approaches.────────────────────────────────────────[00:55:39:19] — Economic Incentives Framed as Driver of Medical System ControlHealthcare systems are portrayed as structurally incentivizing expensive treatments while discouraging lower-cost alternatives.────────────────────────────────────────[01:10:56:17] — Blockchain and Digital Transactions Challenge Real Estate Industry ControlEmerging blockchain-based transaction systems are presented as threatening traditional brokerage dominance and legacy property infrastructure.────────────────────────────────────────[01:52:50:07] — Technology Expected to Reverse Power Balance Between Agents and PlatformsTechnological platforms and automation are predicted to shift long-term power away from individual agents toward data-driven real estate systems.──────────────────────────────────────── Money should have intrinsic value AND transactional privacy: Go to https://davidknight.gold/ for great deals on physical gold/silver For 10% off Gerald Celente's prescient Trends Journal, go to https://trendsjournal.com/ and enter the code KNIGHT Find out more about the show and where you can watch it at TheDavidKnightShow.com If you would like to support the show and our family please consider subscribing monthly here: SubscribeStar https://www.subscribestar.com/the-david-knight-showOr you can send a donation throughMail: David Knight POB 994 Kodak, TN 37764Zelle: @DavidKnightShow@protonmail.comCash App at: $davidknightshowBTC to: bc1qkuec29hkuye4xse9unh7nptvu3y9qmv24vanh7Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-david-knight-show--2653468/support.

────────────────────────────────────────[00:01:23:15] — “Satanic Singularity” Framing of Disclosure, Psychedelics, and Epstein NetworksThe opening monologue links UFO disclosure, psychedelic drug promotion, intelligence agencies, and Epstein-related scandals as converging elements of a broader cultural and spiritual transformation narrative.────────────────────────────────────────[00:02:42:27] — Mainstreaming Psychedelics as Therapeutic and Cultural ShiftDMT and related psychedelic substances are described as reentering mainstream acceptance through medical and political channels as both therapy and consciousness exploration.────────────────────────────────────────[00:07:07:14] — UFO Phenomenon Interpreted as Rebranding of Ancient Spiritual NarrativesModern UFO culture is portrayed as reframing historical religious or supernatural accounts within a scientific extraterrestrial framework.────────────────────────────────────────[00:09:51:20] — Disclosure Narrative Positioned as Political Distraction StrategyPolitical discussion of alien disclosure is interpreted as a potential mechanism for managing public attention during periods of controversy or crisis.────────────────────────────────────────[00:11:48:05] — Pentagon Signals Possible UFO Declassification ProcessDefense officials indicate active preparation to review and potentially release classified UFO-related materials following executive direction.────────────────────────────────────────[00:12:48:23] — CIA Mind-Control Programs Linked to Psychedelic Research HistoryProject Artichoke and related programs are discussed as early intelligence efforts exploring behavioral manipulation through drugs and covert experimentation.────────────────────────────────────────[00:18:35:27] — MKUltra and Artichoke Framed as Foundations of Psychological OperationsMind-control experiments are described as precursors to modern psychological and perception-management strategies.────────────────────────────────────────[00:19:46:05] — Pandemic Response Framed as Coordinated Psychological OperationCOVID-era planning exercises and institutional coordination are characterized as long-developed psychological operations involving public-private systems.────────────────────────────────────────[00:24:37:18] — Alternative Cancer Treatment Debate Challenges Medical EstablishmentA cancer survivor interview introduces criticism of conventional oncology practices and promotes non-traditional treatment approaches.────────────────────────────────────────[00:55:39:19] — Economic Incentives Framed as Driver of Medical System ControlHealthcare systems are portrayed as structurally incentivizing expensive treatments while discouraging lower-cost alternatives.────────────────────────────────────────[01:10:56:17] — Blockchain and Digital Transactions Challenge Real Estate Industry ControlEmerging blockchain-based transaction systems are presented as threatening traditional brokerage dominance and legacy property infrastructure.────────────────────────────────────────[01:52:50:07] — Technology Expected to Reverse Power Balance Between Agents and PlatformsTechnological platforms and automation are predicted to shift long-term power away from individual agents toward data-driven real estate systems.──────────────────────────────────────── Money should have intrinsic value AND transactional privacy: Go to https://davidknight.gold/ for great deals on physical gold/silver For 10% off Gerald Celente's prescient Trends Journal, go to https://trendsjournal.com/ and enter the code KNIGHT Find out more about the show and where you can watch it at TheDavidKnightShow.com If you would like to support the show and our family please consider subscribing monthly here: SubscribeStar https://www.subscribestar.com/the-david-knight-showOr you can send a donation throughMail: David Knight POB 994 Kodak, TN 37764Zelle: @DavidKnightShow@protonmail.comCash App at: $davidknightshowBTC to: bc1qkuec29hkuye4xse9unh7nptvu3y9qmv24vanh7Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-real-david-knight-show--5282736/support.

William Quigley, Co-Founder of Tether and WAX, joined me to discuss the disappointing crypto bull market and when we may see a recovery.Topics:- Tether & the Stablecoin market - Banks fighting stablecoin yield - Stablecoins impact on FX Market - Crypto bull and bear market review- Future of Crypto Brought to you by

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Meta sent out a request for product (RFP) to third-party firms to help administer stablecoin-based payments, according to sources. Stripe, which acquired stablecoin firm Bridge last year, was mentioned by one source as a likely candidate for piloting Meta's stablecoin.Guest: Evan Cheng, Co-founder & CEO at Mysten Labs ~This episode is sponsored by Sui~Sui delivers the benefits of Web3 with the ease of Web2 - Visit ➜ https://bit.ly/SuiWebsite00:00 intro00:08 Sui One Year Later00:38 Meta Launching Stablecoin Again01:15 Stripe Acquiring PayPal?02:02 Meta Neighbors?02:24 Stripe's L1 Blockchain04:00 Meta Cash Size05:58 Transaction Volume Potential06:24 Sui Ad Tech Stack07:39 Apple Losing 30% of Meta Revenue08:30 Mark Zuckerberg Scheming?09:12 Stripe CEO: "We're only focusing on commerce"10:43 Commerce vs Defi Focus11:56 High Throughput Upgrades12:53 Zero AI Agent Fees15:08 First Agentic Bank on Sui16:50 eSui Dollar Vaults vs Kai Vaults18:04 Sui RWA Incoming19:24 LIGHTNING ROUND Qs27:13 outro#Sui #Meta #Crypto~Meta Launching Stablecoin!

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This week, Bryan Pellegrino and Raz Zarick from LayerZero join the show to discuss Zero, the 100x breakthrough in blockchain architecture. We deep dive into the Zero origin story, the roadmap for 2026, LayerZero's ultimate vision, how to build a moat in crypto, hiring top talent and more. Enjoy! -- Follow Bryan: https://x.com/PrimordialAA Follow Raz: https://x.com/ryanzarick Follow Santi: https://x.com/santiagoroel Follow Empire: https://x.com/theempirepod -- Coinbase crypto-backed loans, powered by Morpho, enable you to take out loans at competitive rates using crypto as collateral. Rates are typically 4% to 8%. Borrow up to $5M using BTC as collateral and up to $1M using ETH as collateral. Manage crypto-backed loans directly in the Coinbase app with ease. Learn more here: https://www.coinbase.com/onchain/borrow/get-started?utm_campaign=0126_defi-borrow_blockworks_empire&marketId=0x9103c3b4e834476c9a62ea009ba2c884ee42e94e6e314a26f04d312434191836&utm_source=empire -- Join us at DAS (Digital Asset Summit) in New York City this March! Follow the link below to grab your ticket, and use code EMPIRE200 to get $200 off your ticket! https://blockworks.co/event/digital-asset-summit-nyc-2026 -- Timestamps: (00:00) Introduction (00:53) The Zero Origin Story (13:55) Zero's 100x Breakthrough (22:10) Achieving 2 Million TPS (32:29) Coinbase Ad (33:14) DAS Plug (33:40) How To Build A Moat In Crypto? (48:05) LayerZero's Ultimate Vision (57:37) The Impact of AI (01:06:25) Zero's Roadmap In 2026 -- Disclaimer: Nothing said on Empire is a recommendation to buy or sell securities or tokens. This podcast is for informational purposes only, and any views expressed by anyone on the show are solely our opinions, not financial advice. Santiago, Jason, Rob and our guests may hold positions in the companies, funds, or projects discussed.

Amanda Tuminelli, Executive Director at the DeFi Education Fund, joined me to discuss the need for balanced regulation in DeFi and broader crypto legislation.Topics: - SEC and CFTC working together- DeFi Regulation - The Blockchain Regulatory Certainty Act (BRCA) ( Sen Lummis & Wyden)- TradFi pushback on DeFi - Citadel Securities letter to the SEC about DeFi- Tokenized assets in DeFi- Will the Clarity Act pass in 2026?Brought to you by

In this episode of the Crazy Wisdom Podcast, host Stewart Alsop sits down with Jake Hamilton, founder of Groundwire and Nockbox, to explore zero-knowledge proofs, Bitcoin identity systems, and the intersection of privacy-preserving cryptography with AI and blockchain technology. They discuss how ZK proofs could offer an alternative to invasive identity verification systems being rolled out by governments worldwide, the potential for continual learning AI models to shift the balance between centralized and open-source development, and why building secure, auditable computing infrastructure on platforms like Urbit matters more than ever as we face an explosion of AI agents and automated systems. Jake also explains Nockchain's approach to creating a global repository of cryptographically verified facts that can power trustless programmable systems, and how these technologies might converge to solve problems around supply chain security, personal data sovereignty, and resistance to censorship.Timestamps00:00 Introduction to Groundwire and Knockbox02:48 Understanding Zero-Knowledge Proofs06:04 Government Adoption of ZK Proofs08:55 The Future of Identity Verification11:52 AI and ZK Proofs: A New Era14:54 The Role of Urbit in Technology18:03 The Impact of COVID on Trust20:51 The Evolution of AI and Data Privacy23:47 The Future of AI Models26:54 The Need for Local AI Solutions29:51 Interoperability of Knockchain and BitcoinKey Insights1. Zero-Knowledge Proofs Enable Privacy-Preserving Verification: Jake explains that ZK proofs allow you to prove computational outcomes without revealing the underlying data. For example, you could prove you're over 18 without exposing your full identity or driver's license information. The proof demonstrates that a specific program ran through certain steps and reached a particular conclusion, and validating this proof is fast and compact. This technology has profound implications for age verification, identity systems, and protecting privacy while maintaining necessary compliance, potentially offering a middle path between surveillance states and complete anonymity.2. Government Adoption of Privacy Technology Remains Uncertain: There are three competing motivations driving government identity verification systems: genuine surveillance desires, bureaucratic efficiency seeking, and legitimate child protection concerns. Jake believes these groups can be separated, with some officials potentially supporting ZK-based solutions if positioned correctly. He notes the EU is exploring ZK identity verification, and UK officials have shown interest. The key is framing privacy-preserving technology as protection against "the swamp" rather than just abstract privacy benefits, which could resonate with certain political constituencies.3. The COVID Era Destroyed Institutional Trust at Unprecedented Scale: The conversation identifies COVID as potentially the largest institutional trust-burning event in human history, with numerous institutions simultaneously losing credibility with large portions of the population. This represents a dramatic shift from the boomer generation's default trust in authority figures and mainstream media. This collapse is compounded by the incoming AI revolution, creating a perfect storm where established bureaucracies cannot adapt quickly enough to manage rapidly evolving technology, leaving society in fundamentally unmanageable territory.4. Centralized AI Models Create Dangerous Dependencies: Both speakers acknowledge growing dependence on centralized AI services like Claude, with some users spending thousands monthly on tokens. This dependency creates vulnerability to price increases and service disruptions. Jake advocates for local AI deployment using models like DeepSeek R1, running on personal hardware to maintain control and privacy. The shift toward continuous learning models will fundamentally change the AI landscape, making personal data harvesting even more valuable and raising urgent questions about compensation and consent for training data contribution.5. High-Quality Training Data Is Becoming the Primary AI Bottleneck: Stewart argues that AI development is now limited more by high-quality training data than by compute power. The industry has exhausted easily accessible internet data and body-shop-style data labeling. Companies are now using specialized boutique services with techniques like head-mounted cameras for live-streaming world model training. This scarcity is subtly driving price increases across AI services and will fundamentally reshape the economics of AI development, with implications for who controls these increasingly powerful systems.6. Urbit Offers a Foundation for Trustworthy Computing: Jake positions Urbit as essential infrastructure for the AI age because its 30,000-line codebase (versus Unix's three million lines) can be understood by individual humans. Its deterministic, purely functional, and strictly typed design aims for eventual ossification—software that doesn't require constant security patches. This "tiny and diamond perfect" approach addresses the fundamental insecurity of systems requiring monthly vulnerability patches. In an era of AI agents and potential prompt injection attacks, having verifiable, comprehensible computing infrastructure becomes existentially important rather than merely desirable.7. Nockchain Creates a Global Repository of Provable Truth: Jake's vision for Nockchain combines ZK proofs with blockchain technology to create a globally available "truth repository" where verified facts can be programmatically accessed together. This enables smart contracts or programs gated on combinations of proven facts—such as temperature readings from secure devices, supply chain events, and payment confirmations. By using Nock's abstract, simple design optimized for ZK proof generation, the system can validate complex real-world conditions without exposing underlying data, creating infrastructure for coordinating action based on verifiable private information at global scale.

Henry Zhang, Founder & CEO of DigiFT, sat down with me for an interview at the Halborn Access 2026 Summit at the NYSE. We discussed how DigiFT is helping global institutions go on-chain by tokenizing assets. Recorded January 23rd.Brought to you by ✅ VeChain is a versatile enterprise-grade L1 smart contract platform https://www.vechain.org/ 

Crypto has become increasingly integrated into the financial system, from the use of stablecoins for payments, to the trading of tokenized equities on blockchains, to the adoption of crypto holdings by corporate treasuries. We explore how PNC Bank, one of the first movers in this space, has been expanding access to crypto and the challenges it has had to overcome. This episode is sponsored by Coinbase.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jelena Djuric, Co-Founder & CEO at Noble, sat down with me for an interview at the Halborn Access 2026 Summit at the NYSE. We discussed how Noble's infrastructure is helping companies to get access to stablecoin liquidity around the world. Recorded January 23rd.Brought to you by

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