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In this special episode of Decentralize with Cointelegraph, Gareth Jenkinson, head of multimedia at Cointelegraph, sits down with Sandeep Nailwal, co-founder of Polygon, and Illia Polosukhin, co-founder of Near Protocol, during the Cointelegraph Longitude side event at Token2049 in Dubai.The trio delves into the intersection of AI and blockchain technology, discussing how decentralized systems can address the challenges posed by centralized AI models. They explore the potential of blockchain to enhance transparency, security and user control in AI applications, emphasizing the importance of open-source models and on-chain reputation systems.Tune in for insights on how AI and blockchain can collaboratively shape a more equitable and secure digital future.(02:19) Introducing AI's growing role in the blockchain space(02:53) How Near Protocol is thinking about AI assistants(05:42) The difference between AI hype and real utility in crypto(09:11) What personalized AI could look like in decentralized ecosystems(12:37) Where Polygon sees real use cases for AI in Web3(18:28) The risks and tradeoffs of centralized versus decentralized AI(23:08) Could smart agents be the next evolution after smart contracts?This episode was hosted and produced by Savannah Fortis, @savannah_fortis.Follow Cointelegraph on X @Cointelegraph.Check out Cointelegraph at cointelegraph.com.If you like what you heard, rate us and leave a review!The views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast are its participants' alone and do not necessarily reflect or represent the views and opinions of Cointelegraph. This podcast (and any related content) is for entertainment purposes only and does not constitute financial advice, nor should it be taken as such. Everyone must do their own research and make their own decisions. The podcast's participants may or may not own any of the assets mentioned.

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Brian Mac Mahon, Global Growth Hacker and co-founder of Expert Dojo VC, one of the fastest-growing accelerator and venture capital firms in the world. With over 300 investments, Brian and his team specialize in helping startups scale rapidly by providing them with the tools, mentorship, and funding they need to succeed.Connect with Brian Mac Mahon:https://expertdojo.com/Want to take your life to the next level?⁠ ⁠Click here⁠⁠Join the Peak Humans Community:  https://peakhumans.io/Welcome to Peak Humans with Naeem Mahmood, founder of Peak Humans and a world-renowned peak performance coach, keynote speaker, and expert in leadership, organizational behavior, psychology of achievement, and sales mastery. Previously a top coach for Tony Robbins, Naeem has delivered over 1,000 talks and trainings across the United States, impacting over 50,000 lives.On this podcast, you'll discover the mindsets, strategies, and habits used by top performers to master their emotions, optimize their health, and achieve unstoppable success. From psychology to longevity, business to leadership, Naeem shares the lessons, tools, and insights that will help you unlock your full potential and become the best version of yourself.Connect with Naeem:Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/iamnaeemmahmood/⁠X: ⁠https://x.com/NaeemMahmood⁠

What happens when a small AI company moves its entire treasury into bitcoin? In this episode, we sit down with Drew D'Agostino, founder of Crystal, to unpack his bold decision to adopt a bitcoin standard. Drew shares how the 2022 bear market forced him to rethink his company's financial strategy, the challenges of onboarding employees to bitcoin, and how he uses bitcoin as a hurdle rate for business spending. We compare his approach to Microstrategy's aggressive accumulation, explore AI's role in disrupting traditional business models, and discuss whether AI and bitcoin together could decentralize the world.SUPPORT THE PODCAST:→ Subscribe→ Leave a review→ Share the show with your friends and family→ Send us an email podcast@unchained.com→ Learn more about Unchained: https://unchained.com/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=TBF-podcast-description→ Book a free call with a bitcoin expert: https://unchained.com/consultation?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=TBF-podcast-description→ Buy bitcoin in an IRA—sign up today and get your first year free: unchained.com/frontierTIMESTAMPS:0:00 - Intro1:01 - Why drew moved his company to a bitcoin standard3:46 - The bear market forced a critical decision5:28 - How bitcoin saved the company from collapse7:11 - Using bitcoin as a hurdle rate for business spending9:05 - How employees reacted to the bitcoin strategy12:42 - How bitcoin aligns with long-term company culture18:17 - Comparing microstrategy's strategy to a private business23:15 - Will more businesses adopt a bitcoin-first strategy?25:30 - AI is accelerating faster than expected29:56 - Why AI gives small companies an edge over big corporations32:35 - Can bitcoin and AI decentralize the world?35:41 - Will AI accelerate hyperbitcoinization?45:00 - The biggest risk to bitcoin's future57:15 - Where to find DrewWHERE TO FOLLOW US:→ Unchained Twitter: https://twitter.com/unchainedcom→ Unchained Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/unchainedcom → Unchained Newsletter: https://unchained.com/newsletter → Joe Burnett's Twitter: https://twitter.com/IIICapital→ Jose Burgos (Director of Media Production) on Twitter: https://x.com/DeFBeD→ Drew D'Agoostino's Twitter: https://x.com/DrewDAgostino

In this special episode of Decentralize with Cointelegraph, actor and comedian TJ Miller (Silicon Valley, Deadpool) sits down with Gareth Jenkinson, head of multimedia, for a candid conversation about his Bitcoin journey.After a chance encounter at a New York City coffee shop during Bitcoin Investor Week, Gareth and TJ dive into:(03:42) How TJ Miller discovered Bitcoin and why he's a Bitcoin advocate(07:45) Bitcoin ETFs, institutional adoption and strategic reserves(11:41) How to invest in Bitcoin: TJ Miller on Bitcoin education(15:39) Is TJ Miller a Bitcoin maximalist? His take on altcoins and crypto(22:05) Bitcoin's role in the future of money, finance and culture(35:37) TJ Miller's mission to promote Bitcoin and crypto awareness(42:07) Would TJ Miller accept Bitcoin as payment?(44:17) TJ Miller on Ethereum's futureWhether you're a Bitcoin believer or just crypto-curious, this episode delivers laughs, insights and unfiltered opinions from one of comedy's most outspoken Bitcoiners.This episode was hosted by Gareth Jenkinson @gazza_jenks and produced by Savannah Fortis.Follow Cointelegraph on X @Cointelegraph.Check out Cointelegraph at cointelegraph.comIf you like what you heard, rate us and leave a review!The views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast are its participants' alone and do not necessarily reflect or represent the views and opinions of Cointelegraph. This podcast (and any related content) is for entertainment purposes only and does not constitute financial advice, nor should it be taken as such. Everyone must do their own research and make their own decisions. The podcast's participants may or may not own any of the assets mentioned.

Why is reforming capitalism so essential? In the latest issue of Liberties Quarterly, Tim Wu argues that unregulated capitalism not only leads to economic monopolies, but also drives populist anger and authoritarian politics. In “The Real Road to Serfdom”, Wu advocates for "decentralized capitalism" with distributed economic power, citing examples from Scandinavia and East Asia. Drawing from his experience in the Biden administration's antitrust efforts, he emphasizes the importance of preventing industry concentration. Wu expresses concern about big tech's growing political influence and argues that challenging monopolies is critical for fostering innovation and maintaining economic progress in the United States.Here are the 5 KEEN ON AMERICA takeaways from our interview with Tim Wu:* Historical Parallels: Wu sees concerning parallels between our current era and the 1930s, characterized by concentrated economic power, fragile economic conditions, and the rise of populist leaders. He suggests we're in a period where leaders are moving beyond winning elections to attempting to alter constitutional frameworks.* The Monopoly-Autocracy Connection: Wu argues there's a dangerous cycle where monopolies create economic inequality, which generates populist anger, which then enables authoritarian leaders to rise to power. He cites Hugo Chavez as a pioneer of this modern autocratic model that leaders like Trump have followed.* Decentralized Capitalism: Wu advocates for an economic system with multiple centers of distributed economic power, rather than just a few giant companies accumulating wealth. He points to Denmark, Taiwan, and post-WWII East Asia as successful examples of more balanced economic structures.* Antitrust Legacy: Wu believes the Biden administration's antitrust enforcement efforts have created lasting changes in legal standards and public consciousness that won't be easily reversed. He emphasizes that challenging monopolies is crucial for maintaining innovation and preventing industry stagnation.* Big Tech and Power: Wu expresses concern about big tech companies' growing political influence, comparing it to historical examples like AT&T and IBM. He's particularly worried about AI potentially reinforcing existing power structures rather than democratizing opportunities.Complete Transcript: Tim Wu on The Real Road to SerfdomAndrew Keen: Hello, everybody. We live in very strange times. That's no exaggeration. Yesterday, we had Nick Bryant on the show, the author of The Forever War. He was the BBC's man in Washington, DC for a long time. In our conversation, Nick suggested that we're living in really historic times, equivalent to the fall of the Berlin Wall, 9/11, perhaps even the beginnings of the Second World War.My guest today, like Nick, is a deep thinker. Tim Wu will be very well known to you for many things, including his book, The Attention Merchants. He was involved in the Biden White House, teaches law at Columbia University, and much more. He has a new book coming out later in the year on November 4th, The Age of Extraction. He has a very interesting essay in this issue of Liberties, the quarterly magazine of ideas, called "The Real Road to Serfdom."Tim had a couple of interesting tweets in the last couple of days, one comparing the behavior of President Trump to Germany's 1933 enabling act. And when it comes to Ukraine, Tim wrote, "How does the GOP feel about their president's evident plan to forfeit the Cold War?" Tim Wu is joining us from his home in the village of Manhattan. Tim, welcome. Before we get to your excellent essay in Liberties, how would you historicize what we're living through at the moment?Tim Wu: I think the 1930s are not the wrong way to look at it. Prior to that period, you had this extraordinary concentration of economic power in a very fragile environment. A lot of countries had experienced an enormous crash and you had the rise of populist leaders, with Mussolini being the pioneer of the model. This has been going on for at least 5 or 6 years now. We're in that middle period where it's moving away from people just winning elections to trying to really alter the constitution of their country. So I think the mid-30s is probably about right.Andrew Keen: You were involved in the Biden administration. You were one of the major thinkers when it came to antitrust. Have you been surprised with what's happened since Biden left office? The speed, the radicalness of this Trump administration?Tim Wu: Yes, because I expected something more like the first Trump administration, which was more of a show with a lot of flash but poor execution. This time around, the execution is also poor but more effective. I didn't fully expect that Elon Musk would actually be a government official at this point and that he'd have this sort of vandalism project going on. The fact they won all of the houses of Congress was part of the problem and has made the effort go faster.Andrew Keen: You talk about Musk. We've done many shows on Musk's role in all this and the seeming arrival of Silicon Valley or a certain version of Silicon Valley in Washington, DC. You're familiar with both worlds, the world of big tech and Silicon Valley and Washington. Is that your historical reading that these two worlds are coming together in this second Trump administration?Tim Wu: It's very natural for economic power to start to seek political power. It follows from the basic view of monopoly as a creature that wants to defend itself, and the second observation that the most effective means of self-defense is control of government. If you follow that very simple logic, it stands to reason that the most powerful economic entities would try to gain control of government.I want to talk about the next five years. The tech industry is following the lead of Palantir and Peter Thiel, who were pioneers in thinking that instead of trying to avoid government, they should try to control it. I think that is the obvious move over the next four years.Andrew Keen: I've been reading your excellent essay in Liberties, "The Real Road to Serfdom." When did you write it? It seems particularly pertinent this week, although of course you didn't write it knowing exactly what was going to be happening with Musk and Washington DC and Trump and Ukraine.Tim Wu: I wrote it about two years ago when I got out of the White House. The themes are trying to get at eternal issues about the dangers of economic power and concentrated economic power and its unaccountability. If it made predictions that are starting to come true, I don't know if that's good or bad.Andrew Keen: "The Real Road to Serfdom" is, of course, a reference to the Hayek book "The Road to Serfdom." Did you consciously use that title with reference to Hayek, or was that a Liberties decision?Tim Wu: That was my decision. At that point, and I may still write this, I was thinking of writing a book just called "The Real Road to Serfdom." I am both fascinated and a fan of Hayek in certain ways. I think he nailed certain things exactly right but makes big errors at the same time.To his credit, Hayek was very critical of monopoly and very critical of the role of the state in reinforcing monopoly. But he had an almost naivete about what powerful, unaccountable private economic entities would do with their power. That's essentially my criticism.Andrew Keen: In 2018, you wrote a book, "The Curse of Bigness." And in a way, this is an essay against bigness, but it's written—please correct me if I'm wrong—I read it as a critique of the left, suggesting that there were times in the essay, if you're reading it blind, you could have been reading Hayek in its critique of Marx and centralization and Lenin and Stalin and the Ukrainian famines. Is the message in the book, Tim—is your audience a progressive audience? Are you saying that it's a mistake to rely on bigness, so to speak, the state as a redistributive platform?Tim Wu: Not entirely. I'm very critical of communist planned economies, and that's part of it. But it's mainly a critique of libertarian faith in private economic power or sort of the blindness to the dangers of it.My basic thesis in "The Real Road to Serfdom" is that free market economies will tend to monopolize. Once monopoly power is achieved, it tends to set off a strong desire to extract as much wealth from the rest of the economy as it can, creating something closer to a feudal-type economy with an underclass. That tends to create a huge amount of resentment and populist anger, and democracies have to respond to that anger.The libertarian answer of saying that's fine, this problem will go away, is a terrible answer. History suggests that what happens instead is if democracy doesn't do anything, the state takes over, usually on the back of a populist strongman. It could be a communist, could be fascist, could be just a random authoritarian like in South America.I guess I'd say it's a critique of both the right and the left—the right for being blind to the dangers of concentrated economic power, and the left, especially the communist left, for idolizing the takeover of vital functions by a giant state, which has a track record as bad, if not worse, than purely private power.Andrew Keen: You bring up Hugo Chavez in the essay, the now departed Venezuelan strongman. You're obviously no great fan of his, but you do seem to suggest that Chavez, like so many other authoritarians, built his popularity on the truth of people's suffering. Is that fair?Tim Wu: That is very fair. In the 90s, when Chavez first came to power through popular election, everyone was mystified and thought he was some throwback to the dictators of the 60s and 70s. But he turned out to be a pioneer of our future, of the new form of autocrat, who appealed to the unfairness of the economy post-globalization.Leaders like Hungary's Viktor Orbán, and certainly Donald Trump, are direct descendants of Hugo Chavez in their approach. They follow the same playbook, appealing to the same kind of pain and suffering, promising to act for the people as opposed to the elites, the foreigners, and the immigrants. Chavez is also a cautionary lesson. He started in a way which the population liked—he lowered gas prices, gave away money, nationalized industry. He was very popular. But then like most autocrats, he eventually turned the money to himself and destroyed his own country.Andrew Keen: Why are autocrats like Chavez and perhaps Trump so much better at capturing that anger than Democrats like Joe Biden and Kamala Harris?Tim Wu: People who are outside the system like Chavez are able to tap into resentment and anger in a way which is less diluted by their direct information environment and their colleagues. Anyone who hangs around Washington, DC for a long time becomes more muted and careful. They lose credibility.That said, the fact that populist strongmen take over countries in distress suggests we need to avoid that level of economic distress in the first place and protect the middle class. Happy, contented middle-class countries don't tend to see the rise of authoritarian dictators. There isn't some Danish version of Hugo Chavez in the running right now.Andrew Keen: You bring up Denmark. Denmark always comes up in these kinds of conversations. What's admirable about your essay is you mostly don't fall into the Denmark trap of simply saying, "Why don't we all become like Denmark?" But at the same time, you acknowledge that the Danish model is attractive, suggesting we've misunderstood it or treated it superficially. What can and can't we learn from the Danish model?Tim Wu: American liberals often misunderstand the lesson of Scandinavia and other countries that have strong, prosperous middle classes like Taiwan, Japan, and Korea. In Scandinavia's case, the go-to explanation is that it's just the liberals' favorite set of policies—high taxation, strong social support systems. But I think the structure of those economies is much more important.They have what Jacob Hacker calls very strong "pre-distribution." They've avoided just having a small set of monopolists who make all the money and then hopefully hand it out to other people. It goes back to their land reform in the early 19th century, where they set up a very different kind of economy with a broad distribution of productive assets.If I'm trying to promote a philosophy in this book, it's for people who are fed up with the excesses of laissez-faire capitalism and think it leads to autocracy, but who are also no fans of communism or socialism. Just saying "let people pile up money and we'll tax it later" is not going to work. What you need is an economy structured with multiple centers of distributed economic power.Andrew Keen: The term that seems to summarize that in the essay is "architecture of parity." It's a bit clunky, but is that the best way to sum up your thinking?Tim Wu: I'm working on the terminology. Architecture of equality, parity, decentralized capitalism, distribution—these are all terms trying to capture it. It's more of a 19th century form of Christian or Catholic economics. People are grasping for the right word for an economic system that doesn't rely on just a few giant companies taking money from everybody and hopefully redistributing it. That model is broken and has a dangerous tendency to lead to toxicity. We need a better capitalism. An alternative title for this piece could have been "Saving Capitalism from Itself."Andrew Keen: Your name is most associated with tech and your critique of big tech. Does this get beyond big tech? Are there other sectors of the economy you're interested in fixing and reforming?Tim Wu: Absolutely. Silicon Valley is the most obvious and easiest entry point to talk about concentrated economic power. You can see the dependence on a small number of platforms that have earnings and profits far beyond what anyone imagined possible. But we're talking about an economy-wide, almost global set of problems.Some industries are worse. The meat processing industry in the United States is horrendously concentrated—it takes all the money from farmers, charges us too much for meat, and keeps it for itself. There are many industries where people are looking for something to understand or believe in that's different than socialism but different than this libertarian capitalism that ends up bankrupting people. Tech is the easiest way to talk about it, but not the be-all and end-all of my interest.Andrew Keen: Are there other examples where we're beginning to see decentralized capitalism? The essay was very strong on the critique, but I found fewer examples of decentralized capitalism in practice outside maybe Denmark in the 2020s.Tim Wu: East Asia post-World War II is a strong example of success. While no economy is purely small businesses, although Taiwan comes close, if you look at the East Asian story after World War II, one of the big features was an effort to reform land, give land to peasants, and create a landowning class to replace the feudal system. They had huge entrepreneurism, especially in Korea and Taiwan, less in Japan. This built a strong and prosperous middle and upper middle class.Japan has gone through hard times—they let their companies get too big and they stagnated. But Korea and Taiwan have gone from being third world economies to Taiwan now being wealthier per capita than Japan. The United States is another strong example, vacillating between being very big and very small. Even at its biggest, it still has a strong entrepreneurial culture and sectors with many small entities. Germany is another good example. There's no perfect version, but what I'm saying is that the model of monopolized economies and just having a few winners and hoping that anybody else can get tax payments is really a losing proposition.Andrew Keen: You were on Chris Hayes recently talking about antitrust. You're one of America's leading thinkers on antitrust and were brought into the Biden administration on the antitrust front. Is antitrust then the heart of the matter? Is this really the key to decentralizing capitalism?Tim Wu: I think it's a big tool, one of the tools of managing the economy. It works by preventing industries from merging their way into monopoly and keeps a careful eye on structure. In the same way that no one would say interest rates are the be-all and end-all of monetary policy, when we're talking about structural policy, having antitrust law actively preventing overconcentration is important.In the White House itself, we spent a lot of time trying to get other agencies to prevent their sectors, whether healthcare or transportation, from becoming overly monopolized and extractive. You can have many parts of the government involved—the antitrust agencies are key, but they're not the only solution.Andrew Keen: You wrote an interesting piece for The Atlantic about Biden's antitrust initiatives. You said the outgoing president's legacy of revived antitrust enforcement won't be easy to undo. Trump is very good at breaking things. Why is it going to be hard to undo? Lina Khan's gone—the woman who seems to unite all of Silicon Valley in their dislike of her. What did Biden do to protect antitrust legislation?Tim Wu: The legal patterns have changed and the cases are ongoing. But I think more important is a change of consciousness and ideology and change in popular support. I don't think there is great support for letting big tech do whatever they want without oversight. There are people who believe in that and some of them have influence in this administration, but there's been a real change in consciousness.I note that the Federal Trade Commission has already announced that it's going to stick with the Biden administration's merger rules, and my strong sense is the Department of Justice will do the same. There are certain things that Trump did that we stuck with in the Biden administration because they were popular—the most obvious being the turn toward China. Going back to the Bush era approach of never bothering any monopolies, I just don't think there's an appetite for it.Andrew Keen: Why is Lina Khan so unpopular in Silicon Valley?Tim Wu: It's interesting. I'm not usually one to attribute things to sexism, but the Justice Department brought more cases against big tech than she did. Jonathan Kanter, who ran antitrust at Justice, won the case against Google. His firm was trying to break up Google. They may still do it, but somehow Lina Khan became the face of it. I think because she's young and a woman—I don't know why Jonathan Kanter didn't become the symbol in the same way.Andrew Keen: You bring up the AT&T and IBM cases in the US tech narrative in the essay, suggesting that we can learn a great deal from them. What can we learn from those cases?Tim Wu: The United States from the 70s through the 2010s was an extraordinarily innovative place and did amazing things in the tech industry. An important part of that was challenging the big IBM and AT&T monopolies. AT&T was broken into eight pieces. IBM was forced to begin selling its software separately and opened up the software markets to what became a new software industry.AT&T earlier had been forced to license the transistor, which opened up the semiconductor industry and to some degree the computing industry, and had to stay out of computing. The government intervened pretty forcefully—a form of industrial policy to weaken its tech monopolies. The lesson is that we need to do the same thing right now.Some people will ask about China, but I think the United States has always done best when it constantly challenges established power and creates room for entrepreneurs to take their shot. I want very much for the new AI companies to challenge the main tech platforms and see what comes of that, as opposed to becoming a stagnant industry. Everyone says nothing can become stagnant, but the aerospace industry was pretty quick-moving in the 60s, and now you have Boeing and Airbus sitting there. It's very easy for a tech industry to stagnate, and attacking monopolists is the best way to prevent that.Andrew Keen: You mentioned Google earlier. You had an interesting op-ed in The New York Times last year about what we should do about Google. My wife is head of litigation at Google, so I'm not entirely disinterested. I also have a career as a critic of Google. If Kent Walker was here, he would acknowledge some of the things he was saying. But he would say Google still innovates—Google hasn't become Boeing. It's innovating in AI, in self-driving cars, it's shifting search. Would he be entirely wrong?Tim Wu: No, he wouldn't be entirely wrong. In the same way that IBM kept going, AT&T kept going. What you want in tech industries is a fair fight. The problem with Google isn't that they're investing in AI or trying to build self-driving cars—that's great. The problem is that they were paying over $20 billion a year to Apple for a promise not to compete in search. Through control of the browsers and many other things, they were trying to make sure they could never be dislodged.My view of the economics is monopolists need to always be a little insecure. They need to be in a position where they can be challenged. That happens—there are companies who, like AT&T in the 70s or 60s, felt they were immune. It took the government to make space. I think it's very important for there to be opportunities to challenge the big guys and try to seize the pie.Andrew Keen: I'm curious where you are on Section 230. Google won their Supreme Court case when it came to Section 230. In this sense, I'm guessing you view Google as being on the side of the good guys.Tim Wu: Section 230 is interesting. In the early days of the Internet, it was an important infant industry protection. It was an insulation that was vital to get those little companies at the time to give them an opportunity to grow and build business models, because if you're being sued by billions of people, you can't really do too much.Section 230 was originally designed to protect people like AOL, who ran user forums and had millions of people discussing—kind of like Reddit. I think as Google and companies like Facebook became active in promoting materials and became more like media companies, the case for an absolutist Section 230 became a lot weaker. The law didn't really change but the companies did.Andrew Keen: You wrote the essay "The Real Road to Serfdom" a couple of years ago. You also talked earlier about AI. There's not a lot of AI in this, but 50% of all the investment in technology over the last year was in AI, and most of that has gone into these huge platforms—OpenAI, Anthropic, Google Gemini. Is AI now the central theater, both in the Road to Serfdom and in liberating ourselves from big tech?Tim Wu: Two years ago when I was writing this, I was determined not to say anything that would look stupid about AI later. There's a lot more on what I think about AI in my new book coming in November.I see AI as a classic potential successor technology. It obviously is the most significant successor to the web and the mass Internet of 20 years ago in terms of having potential to displace things like search and change the way people do various forms of productivity. How technology plays out depends a lot on the economic structure. If you think about a technology like the cotton gin, it didn't automatically lead to broad flourishing, but reinforced plantation slavery.What I hope happens with AI is that it sets off more competition and destabilization for some of the tech platforms as opposed to reinforcing their advantage and locking them in forever. I don't know if we know what's going to happen right now. I think it's extremely important that OpenAI stays separate from the existing tech companies, because if this just becomes the same players absorbing technology, that sounds a lot like the darker chapters in US tech history.Andrew Keen: And what about the power of AI to liberate ourselves from our brain power as the next industrial revolution? When I was reading the essay, I thought it would be a very good model, both as a warning and in terms of offering potential for us to create this new architecture of parity. Because the technology in itself, in theory at least, is one of parity—one of democratizing brainpower.Tim Wu: Yes, I agree it has extraordinary potential. Things can go in two directions. The Industrial Revolution is one example where you had more of a top-down centralization of the means of production that was very bad for many people initially, though there were longer-term gains.I would hope AI would be something more like the PC revolution in the 80s and 90s, which did augment individual humanity as opposed to collective enterprise. It allowed people to do things like start their own travel agency or accounting firm with just a computer. I am interested and bullish on the potential of AI to empower smaller units, but I'm concerned it will be used to reinforce existing economic structures. The jury's out—the future will tell us. Just hoping it's going to make humanity better is not going to be the best answer.Andrew Keen: When you were writing this essay, Web3 was still in vogue then—the idea of blockchain and crypto decentralizing the economy. But I didn't see any references to Web3 and the role of technology in democratizing capitalism in terms of the architecture of corporations. Are you skeptical of the Web3 ideology?Tim Wu: The essay had its limits since I was also talking about 18th century Denmark. I have a lot more on blockchain and Web3 in the book. The challenge with crypto and Bitcoin is that it both over-promises and delivers something. I've been very interested in crypto and blockchain for a long time. The challenge it's had is constantly promising to decentralize great systems and failing, then people stealing billions of dollars and ending up in prison.It has a dubious track record, but it does have this core potential for a certain class of people to earn money. I'm always in favor of anything that is an alternative means of earning money. There are people who made money on it. I just think it's failed to execute on its promises. Blockchain in particular has failed to be a real challenge to web technologies.Andrew Keen: As you say, Hayek inspired the book and in some sense this is intellectual. The father of decentralization in ideological terms was E.F. Schumacher. I don't think you reference him, but do you think there has been much thinking since Schumacher on the value of smallness and decentralized architectures? What do people like yourself add to what Schumacher missed in his critique of bigness?Tim Wu: Schumacher is a good example. Rawls is actually under-recognized as being interested in these things. I see myself as writing in the tradition of those figures and trying to pursue a political economy that values a more balanced economy and small production.Hopefully what I add is a level of institutional experience and practicality that was missing. Rawls is slightly unfair because he's a philosopher, but his model doesn't include firms—it's just individuals. So it's all about balancing between poor people and rich people when obviously economic power is also held by corporations.I'm trying to create more flesh on the bones of the "small is beautiful" philosophy and political economy that is less starry-eyed and more realistic. I'm putting forward the point that you're not sacrificing growth and you're taking less political risk with a more balanced economy. There's an adulation of bigness in our time—exciting big companies are glamorous. But long-term prosperity does better when you have more centers, a more balanced system. I'm not an ultra-centralist suggesting we should live in mud huts, but I do think the worship of monopoly is very similar to the worship of autocracy and is dangerous.Andrew Keen: Much to discuss. Tim Wu, thank you so much. The author of "The Real Road to Serfdom," fascinating essay in this month's issue of Liberties. I know "The Age of Extraction" will be coming out on November 10th.Tim Wu: In England and US at the same time.Andrew Keen: We'll get you back on the show. Fascinating conversation, Tim. Thank you so much.Hailed as the “architect” of the Biden administration's competition and antitrust policies, Tim Wu writes and teaches about private power and related topics. First known for coining the term “net neutrality” in 2002, in recent years Wu has been a leader in the revitalization of American antitrust and has taken a particular focus on the growing power of the big tech platforms. In 2021, he was appointed to serve in the White House as special assistant to the president for technology and competition policy. A professor at Columbia Law School since 2006, Wu has also held posts in public service. He was enforcement counsel in the New York Attorney General's Office, worked on competition policy for the National Economic Council during the Barack Obama administration, and worked in antitrust enforcement at the Federal Trade Commission. In 2014, Wu was a Democratic primary candidate for lieutenant governor of New York. In his most recent book, The Curse of Bigness: Antitrust in the New Gilded Age (2018), he argues that corporate and industrial concentration can lead to the rise of populism, nationalism, and extremist politicians. His previous books include The Attention Merchants: The Epic Scramble to Get Inside Our Heads (2016), The Master Switch: The Rise and Fall of Information Empires (2010), and Who Controls the Internet?: Illusions of a Borderless World (2006), which he co-authored with Jack Goldsmith. Wu was a contributing opinion writer for The New York Times and also has written for Slate, The New Yorker, and The Washington Post. He once explained the concept of net neutrality to late-night host Stephen Colbert while he rode a rollercoaster. He has been named one of America's 100 most influential lawyers by the National Law Journal; has made Politico's list of 50 most influential figures in American politics (more than once); and has been included in the Scientific American 50 of policy leadership. Wu is a member of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences. He served as a law clerk for Justice Stephen Breyer of the U.S. Supreme Court and Judge Richard Posner of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 7th Circuit.Named as one of the "100 most connected men" by GQ magazine, Andrew Keen is amongst the world's best known broadcasters and commentators. In addition to presenting the daily KEEN ON show, he is the host of the long-running How To Fix Democracy interview series. He is also the author of four prescient books about digital technology: CULT OF THE AMATEUR, DIGITAL VERTIGO, THE INTERNET IS NOT THE ANSWER and HOW TO FIX THE FUTURE. Andrew lives in San Francisco, is married to Cassandra Knight, Google's VP of Litigation & Discovery, and has two grown children.Keen On America is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit keenon.substack.com/subscribe

In this episode, we sit down with Skot, electrical engineer and creator of Bitaxe, the first open-source ASIC bitcoin miner. Skot shares his journey from IoT hardware development to designing hardware for bitcoin mining, including his early experiments with FPGAs in a university lab. We discuss the significance of open-source mining for bitcoin's future, the challenges of hardware and firmware development, and how Bitaxe compares to industry giants like Bitmain. Skot explains the potential for decentralized mining, the risks of centralization in mining hardware and pools, and why making mining accessible and transparent is critical. We also touch on the concept of incorporating miners into household devices and the role of small-scale miners in bitcoin's long-term resilience.SUPPORT THE PODCAST:→ Subscribe→ Leave a review→ Share the show with your friends and family→ Send us an email podcast@unchained.com→ Learn more about Unchained: https://unchained.com/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=TBF-podcast-description→ Book a free call with a bitcoin expert: https://unchained.com/consultation?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=TBF-podcast-description→ Buy bitcoin in an IRA—sign up today and get your first year free: unchained.com/frontierTIMESTAMPS:00:00 - Intro01:16 - Meet Skot, the mind behind Bitaxe02:34 - From IoT projects to bitcoin mining innovation05:20 - Skot's bitcoin origin story and the PayPal saga09:35 - Mining bitcoin with university lab FPGAs12:11 - Why Skot started the first open-source ASIC miner14:55 - The challenges of open-source bitcoin mining hardware19:59 - Bitaxe vs. Bitmain: efficiency showdown21:25 - Who's building Bitaxes and why?25:01 - The importance of open-source mining for bitcoin's future28:26 - Can Bitaxe become a significant part of bitcoin's hash rate?33:39 - The dream of decentralized mining in household devices41:02 - The future of bitcoin mining: big grids vs. home miners47:06 - Skot's take on mining centralization risks53:37 - How open-source mining could save bitcoinWHERE TO FOLLOW US:→ Unchained Twitter: https://twitter.com/unchainedcom→ Unchained LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/unchainedcom → Unchained Newsletter: https://unchained.com/newsletter → Joe Burnett (Host) on Twitter: https://twitter.com/IIICapital→ Jose Burgos (Director of Media Production) on Twitter: https://x.com/DeFBeD→ Skot on Twitter: https://x.com/skot9000

In this episode of Decentralize with Cointelegraph, we dive into the whirlwind first week of Donald Trump's presidency and its sweeping impact on the cryptocurrency industry.Host Savannah Fortis, Cointelegraph's head of podcasts and EU reporter, is joined by US Senator Cynthia Lummis, David Kemmerer (co-founder and CEO of CoinLedger), and Mert (founder and CEO of Helius) to unpack the TRUMP memecoin craze, Solana's record-breaking activity and the regulatory shifts driven by the SEC's new Crypto Task Force and Trump's executive order.Whether you're a blockchain enthusiast or curious about how US politics shapes crypto, this episode provides key insights into the evolving landscape.[01:00] The rise of the TRUMP memecoin frenzy[02:15] Long-term impacts of political memecoins on crypto[04:25] Solana's response to record-breaking user activity[06:52] How memecoins promote broader digital asset adoption[08:54] Political backlash to Trump's memecoin initiatives[10:59] The SEC's new Crypto Task Force[12:27] Trump EO makes America the world crypto capital [13:12] What about a Bitcoin strategic reserve? [14:19] Senator Cynthia Lummis on why the US needs Bitcoin[16:37] A more crypto-friendly SEC could signal innovation[18:11] Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong weighs in on the Bitcoin reserveThis episode was hosted by Savannah Fortis @savannah_fortis and post-production by Elena Volkova (Hatch Up). Follow Cointelegraph on X @Cointelegraph. Check out Cointelegraph at cointelegraph.comIf you like what you heard, rate us and leave a review!The views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast are its participants' alone and do not necessarily reflect or represent the views and opinions of Cointelegraph. This podcast (and any related content) is for entertainment purposes only and does not constitute financial advice, nor should it be taken as such. Everyone must do their own research and make their own decisions. The podcast's participants may or may not own any of the assets mentioned.

In this episode of Decentralize with Cointelegraph, we explore the implications of Donald Trump's upcoming presidency for the cryptocurrency industry as he prepares to take office as the 47th President of the United States. What could this new administration mean for crypto regulation, blockchain innovation and market growth?Host Savannah Fortis, Cointelegraph's head of podcasts and EU reporter, heard from Matt Hougan, global head of research at Bitwise Asset Management; Keith Ammon, US Representative of New Hampshire; John Deaton, crypto lawyer and advocate, and US Senator Ted Cruz of Texas. They discuss Trump's evolving stance on digital assets, his campaign promises to reduce regulatory barriers and what the crypto industry can expect in the years ahead.Whether you're a crypto investor, a blockchain entrepreneur or simply curious about how the political landscape affects digital assets, this episode has expert perspectives on what Trump's presidency could mean for the future of crypto.[01:54] The evolution of Trump's stance on crypto[03:51] Crypto's maturity attracts attention[06:11] Industry anticipations for Trump's second term[08:22] The Bitcoin Act - will it pass? [10:03] America to be the Bitcoin capital of the world[11:41] Congress shouldn't rush crypto legislation[13:17] Over regulation vs under regulation[14:27] Keeping state sovereignty on crypto policies[15:59] Growing pains from new regulations[17:31] Final thoughts  This episode was hosted by Savannah Fortis @savannah_fortis and produced by Elena Volkova (Hatch Up).Follow Cointelegraph on X @Cointelegraph.Check out Cointelegraph at cointelegraph.com.If you like what you heard, rate us and leave a review!The views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast are its participants' alone and do not necessarily reflect or represent the views and opinions of Cointelegraph. This podcast (and any related content) is for entertainment purposes only and does not constitute financial advice, nor should it be taken as such. Everyone must do their own research and make their own decisions. The podcast's participants may or may not own any of the assets mentioned.

Here he comes, AGAIN. And for the last time. Four more and no more. Trump will do everything possible to make his mark, leave his legacy, and do what's right for America.Conservatives and Christians are, or should be, gratified, thankful that Trump prevailed over Harris, for there is a far better chance that the real America, the true America, under sabotage in so many ways by the Biden administration, will be once again revived, born again. MAGA will be the lodestar of the Trump administration for he has promised to:MAKE AMERICA GREAT AGAIN.May it be so. Don't you agree?We will also get to know JD Vance. In the first Trump administration, Vice President Pence was of little influence or importance. It is perhaps possible that Vance will play a more active role, have more responsibilities, and especially in the last two years of the Trump administration, be more visible as a potential republican candidate for President in 2028.Many do not like Donald Trump personally, even many who voted for him. He is indeed a polarizing personality. But he was in so many ways the very best candidate for President, and perhaps Americans, and especially conservatives and Christians learned that they and we all vote for a president and a politician, not the personality of a pastor. There is none who take that office who have ever been morally perfect but the real question in terms of morality and character is whether or not as President, that candidate will honor the promises and vows made in seeking election and otherwise be a respectful, forthright and strong president of WE THE PEOPLE. May it be so, don't you agree?Many believe that Donald Trump will be more mature in the second four years. Trump they feel will have no reason to make enemies, confront, or criticize. Most believe that his decisions will be more rational, thought out, mature, and made with the advice and consultation of people expert in the field. May it be so.Trump has promised to do away with the swamp. He has said he never realized how deep, pervasive, and all entwined (murky to the eye) the swamp was, and consequently, did not finish the job. This time around, so he says, he will. May it be so, don't you agree?That includes doing away with certain of the agencies which control so much, like the DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION (DOE). That is a woke, progressive, liberal organization-agency and America will be better without it. Trump also indicated he would move agencies out of Washington. Decentralize much so as to control the unregulated power of so many. He stands openly against woke, DEI (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion) and the radical, even anti-American aspects of the Federal Government will be done away with. May it be so.Trump has vowed he will make things happen, and where necessary, he will issue EXECUTIVE ORDERS which will in fact make things happen. Because of the inaction of congress in so many ways, the orders of the executive have become a political way of life. It remains to be seen how aggressive Trump will be.He has promised to stabilize the Middle East. Unlike Biden, Trump will be a strong supporter of Israel. Trump will not authorize or enforce the treaty-agreement with Iran. He will stand up to North Korea, and Russia. And most especially, Trump knows the threat of China and he has promised, with tariffs, military action where necessary, as in the Chinese promise to take over Taiwan, curtail the influence and threat of China. May it be so, don't you agree?Trump has promised to strengthen the military. That should start with the Navy, with submarines, nuclear warfare capability and protection, a reprioritizing of military purposes and the strengthening of American defenses. May it be so.And the financial. Trump has promised to deal with inflation, and no new taxes, unlike Biden and the Democrats, to control the interest rates, to work on reducing the American debt, something he did not do in his first term. Now comes the DEPARTMENT OF GOVERNMENT EFFICIENCY (DOGE) headed by Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy. If these two men are allowed to do their job, they will be able to eliminate so much waste in spending and how wonderful that would be for America. May the actions of DOGE be real and for the benefit of our beloved America.Trump will undoubtedly appoint one or more new justices of the Supreme Court. May he have the wisdom to put the very right people in such a critical position, with so much authority over WE THE PEOPLE. His first appointments were good for America and may it be so, should he have the additional opportunity.Trump brings hope, hope for change, change back, hope for making America great again. It is our duty as American citizens and Christians to pray for Donald Trump. To pray that with the incredible problems and opportunities which his administration will face, he will be guided by divine wisdom and do what is right for WE THE PEOPLE. We should pray that Trump will reestablish our love and respect for our constitution, and rule of law, which especially includes protecting our borders, dealing with illegal immigration and making certain that American citizens are protected, that our police are respected, and that we may, as the Apostle Paul has admonished us, pray for our President and live peaceful lives. May it be so.Trump comes January 20. May that coming be the beginning of a new, revived, and born-again America. May it be so.

In this episode of Decentralize with Cointelegraph, we mark the one-year anniversary of the spot Bitcoin ETF approvals from the SEC with an in-depth review of their impact and potential. Host Savannah Fortis, Cointelegraph's EU reporter and head of podcasts, is joined by James Seyffart, ETF research analyst at Bloomberg Intelligence; Ray Salmond, Cointelegraph's head of markets; Gareth Jenkinson, Cointelegraph's managing editor; and James Butterfill, head of research at CoinShares. Together, they explore the key milestones of spot Bitcoin ETFs since their approval, their influence on crypto markets and what the ETF landscape might look like in 2025.Whether you're a seasoned investor or new to the world of crypto ETFs, this episode delivers expert insights and predictions you won't want to miss.This episode was hosted by Savannah Fortis @savannah_fortis and produced by Elena Volkova (Hatch Up). Follow Cointelegraph on X @Cointelegraph.Check out Cointelegraph at cointelegraph.com.If you like what you heard, rate us and leave a review!The views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast are its participants' alone and do not necessarily reflect or represent the views and opinions of Cointelegraph. This podcast (and any related content) is for entertainment purposes only and does not constitute financial advice, nor should it be taken as such. Everyone must do their own research and make their own decisions. The podcast's participants may or may not own any of the assets mentioned.If you like what you heard, rate us and leave a review!The views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast are its participants' alone and do not necessarily reflect or represent the views and opinions of Cointelegraph. This podcast (and any related content) is for entertainment purposes only and does not constitute financial advice, nor should it be taken as such. Everyone must do their own research and make their own decisions. The podcast's participants may or may not own any of the assets mentioned.

Today of this Tuesday Edition of the Black Tech Building Episode. I'm going to be discussing the truth about whole cost from a technologist standpoint. This time with Full Cost Accounting. Later, discussing Tech News Recorded 12/17/2024

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In this latest episode of Decentralize, host Robert Baggs chats with Bryan Feng, Head of Crypto at Unlimit, about the game-changing innovations reshaping the financial world. From fiat-to-crypto conversions to the rise of DeFi and the growing accessibility of NFTs, this conversation unpacks the latest trends driving the future of money. So whether you're a crypto enthusiast, a curious investor or a finance professional, this episode delivers insights into how blockchain is rewriting the rules of global commerce.This episode of Decentralized is brought to you by Cointelegraph and Unlimit. It was hosted by Robert Baggs, and produced by Savannah Fortis with post-production by Elena Volkova (Hatch Up). Follow Cointelegraph on X @Cointelegraph.Follow this episode's host, Robert Baggs, on X at @rkbaggs.Follow today's guest, Bryan Feng, on X at bryan_feng_.(00:00) Introduction(01:10) Increased Popularity of Fiat-Crypto Payments(03:28) Challenges in Bridging Fiat and Crypto(04:46) Unlimit's Focus on Instant Conversions (06:12) Unlimit's Role in DeFi (08:57) Traditional Finance and DeFi (11:47) Importance of Retail Users(13:09) Why Some Retail Users Avoid DeFi (15:47) Unlimit's Current Work and Future Plans(17:28) The Future of NFTs(20:30) Making NFT Ownership Accessible(22:36) Future of Crypto Payments(24:04) Merchants and Crypto Payments(25:22) Working with Unlimit(27:02) Conclusion Check out Cointelegraph at cointelegraph.com.Check out Unlimit at unlimit.comIf you like what you heard, rate us and leave a review!The views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast are its participants' alone and do not necessarily reflect or represent the views and opinions of Cointelegraph. This podcast (and any related content) is for entertainment purposes only and does not constitute financial advice, nor should it be taken as such. Everyone must do their own research and make their own decisions. The podcast's participants may or may not own any of the assets mentioned.

In this episode of Decentralize, host Ray Salmond sits down with 1971 Capital CIO Brian Russ who shares his views on the future of Bitcoin, why Ethereum is undervalued and what investors should expect from the US economy over the next four years. You don't want to miss it! This episode is brought to you by Cointelegraph and hosted by Ray Salmond, with post-production by Elena Volkova (Hatch Up). Follow Cointelegraph on X (Twitter) at @Cointelegraph, and Ray at @HorusHughes.Follow Brian Russ on X @russ_brian. (00:00) Introduction (02:18) How investors may benefit from a Trump presidency(03:44) Why gold and silver are in a bull market and what it means for investors(8:39) Why Paul Tudor Jones, Larry Fink and Stanley Druckenmiller are so bullish on Bitcoin (12:31) Is this US economy headed into stagflation?(16:14) The impact of options on the spot BTC ETFs and TradFi portfolio construction(21:49) Will the ETH spot ETF performance match Bitcoin's, and will ETH price recover?(29:31) What is the crypto investment community getting wrong about Ethereum? Check out Cointelegraph at cointelegraph.com.If you like what you heard, rate us and leave a review!The views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast are its participants' alone and do not necessarily reflect or represent the views and opinions of Cointelegraph. This podcast (and any related content) is for entertainment purposes only and does not constitute financial advice, nor should it be taken as such. Everyone must do their own research and make their own decisions. The podcast's participants may or may not own any of the assets mentioned.

Every digital tech revolution over the last forty years has promised decentralization but each one only seems to have recentralized power. So will the AI revolution be different? Can AI be the tipping point for fundamentally decentralizing the architecture of our 21st century politics, culture and business? That Was The Week newsletter publisher Keith Teare and Andrew discuss both the promise and danger of the AI revolution. Both are skeptical about radical decentralization, but both recognize that there's nothing inevitable about history repeating itself again. As Keith notes, it's up to us. Human agency will define the success or failure of the AI revolution. We all know the world we want. Now we just need to create it.Keith Teare is the founder and CEO of SignalRank Corporation. Previously, he was executive chairman at Accelerated Digital Ventures Ltd., a U.K.-based global investment company focused on startups at all stages. Teare studied at the University of Kent and is the author of “The Easy Net Book” and “Under Siege.” He writes regularly for TechCrunch and publishes the “That Was The Week” newsletter.Named as one of the "100 most connected men" by GQ magazine, Andrew Keen is amongst the world's best known broadcasters and commentators. In addition to presenting KEEN ON, he is the host of the long-running How To Fix Democracy show. He is also the author of four prescient books about digital technology: CULT OF THE AMATEUR, DIGITAL VERTIGO, THE INTERNET IS NOT THE ANSWER and HOW TO FIX THE FUTURE. Andrew lives in San Francisco, is married to Cassandra Knight, Google's VP of Litigation & Discovery, and has two grown children.Keen On is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit keenon.substack.com/subscribe

In this episode of Decentralize, host Robert Baggs sits down with Jovi Overo, managing director of BaaS at Unlimit, to discuss the latest trends in Web3 payments. Learn about the rise of crypto cards and how they're changing the game, along with all the other challenges and opportunities in this exciting space.This episode of Decentralize is brought to you by Cointelegraph and Unlimit. It was hosted by Robert Baggs and produced by Savannah Fortis with post-production by Elena Volkova (Hatch Up). Follow this episode's host, Robert Baggs, on X at @rkbaggs. Follow today's guest, Jovi Overo, on X at @JoviOvero. Check out Cointelegraph at cointelegraph.com.Check out Unlimit at unlimit.com(0:00) Introduction(1:02) Jovi's Background and Unlimit's Mission(4:37) The Rise of Crypto Cards(6:58) The Benefits of Crypto Cards(9:11) Unlimit's Services and Ideal Clients(12:59) Regulatory Challenges and Compliance(17:44) Security Concerns and User Education(27:26) The Future of Crypto Cards(29:13) The Power of Cross-Border Payments(34:05) ConclusionIf you like what you heard, rate us and leave a review!The views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast are its participants' alone and do not necessarily reflect or represent the views and opinions of Cointelegraph. This podcast (and any related content) is for entertainment purposes only and does not constitute financial advice, nor should it be taken as such. Everyone must do their own research and make their own decisions. The podcast's participants may or may not own any of the assets mentioned.

Popular trader and investor Michaël van de Poppe (@CryptoMichNL) sits down with Decentralize host Jonathan DeYoung at DKGcon 2024 to explain his investment thesis and discuss the state of the Bitcoin bull market, whether BTC will hit $1,000,000, the impact of AI on trading and investing, and more.This episode of Decentralize is brought to you by Cointelegraph and hosted by Jonathan DeYoung, produced by Savannah Fortis with post-production by Elena Volkova (Hatch Up). Follow Cointelegraph on X (Twitter) at @Cointelegraph. Follow this episode's host, Jonathan DeYoung, on X at @maddopemadic and on Instagram at @maddopemadic.Cointelegraph's website: cointelegraph.com(00:00) Introduction to Michaël van de Poppe(02:45) Is Bitcoin in a bull market?(05:41) Will Bitcoin hit $1,000,000?(08:11) The psychology of retail trading(12:01) Wen altseason?(16:13) Over/Under: Bitcoin ETFs, retail investors, presidents, four-year cycles(21:40) Why Michaël is bullish on Ethereum DeFi(24:20) The impact of AI on markets and trading(27:54) Are AI crypto tokens in a bubble?(31:35) Michaël's investing and trading adviceIf you like what you heard, rate us and leave a review!The views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast are its participants' alone and do not necessarily reflect or represent the views and opinions of Cointelegraph. This podcast (and any related content) is for entertainment purposes only and does not constitute financial advice, nor should it be taken as such. Everyone must do their own research and make their own decisions. The podcast's participants may or may not own any of the assets mentioned.

In this episode of Decentralize, host Zoltan Vardai sits down with Michael Pearl, vice president of Go-to-Market (GTM) at Cyvers, a leading cybersecurity firm specializing in Web3 security. Together, they delve into the escalating threat landscape of the crypto industry, discussing recent high-profile hacks and the alarming rise in cyberattacks.Pearl shares insights into Cyvers' innovative approach to protecting digital assets, including their advanced threat detection and response capabilities. The episode explores the company's role in safeguarding the future of Web3, as well as the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead. This episode of Decentralized is brought to you by Cointelegraph and hosted by Zoltan Vardai, produced by Savannah Fortis with post-production by Elena Volkova (Hatch Up). Follow Cointelegraph on X (Twitter) at @Cointelegraph and follow this episode's host, Zoltan Vardai, on X at @ZVardai. Check out Cointelegraph at cointelegraph.com.(00:00) - Introduction(01:52) - The Current State of Crypto Hacks(03:35) - The Root Cause of Hacks(05:34) - The Threat to ETFs(07:30) - Protecting ETFs from Hacks(09:52) - Detecting Malicious Smart Contracts(11:49) - The WazirX Hack(15:41) - User Negligence and Hacks(18:18) - The $68 Million Address Poisoning Hack(28:17) - The Future of Web3 SecurityIf you like what you heard, rate us and leave a review!The views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast are its participants' alone and do not necessarily reflect or represent the views and opinions of Cointelegraph. This podcast (and any related content) is for entertainment purposes only and does not constitute financial advice, nor should it be taken as such. Everyone must do their own research and make their own decisions. The podcast's participants may or may not own any of the assets mentioned.

Adeniyi Abiodun's career is a tale of foresight, adaptability, and relentless pursuit of innovation, from his early fascination with astrophysics to building large-scale Bitcoin mining operations. Along with his team at Mysten Labs, Co-Founder and Chief Product Officer Adeniyi is now launching groundbreaking decentralized protocols. His journey showcases the boldness of a true visionary.

In the latest episode of Decentralize with Cointelegraph, host Savannah Fortis sits down with Bart Wyatt, chief technology officer of the EOS Network Foundation, to explore the evolution of blockchain technology. Discover blockchain's journey from hype to utility, including Tether's launch and the challenges faced during the development of the EOS Network. Bart shares insights on the gaming revolution driven by blockchain, the innovative landscape of NFTs and their cultural impact as gateways to niche communities. Join us as we discuss the future of decentralized identities, the intersection of blockchain and AI, and get the latest updates on the EOS Network's progress in this rapidly changing digital world.02:54 Blockchain as a social movementFollow Cointelegraph on X (Twitter) at @Cointelegraph. Follow this episode's host, Savannah Fortis, on X at @savannah_fortis and the guest at @WanderingBort.Cointelegraph's website: cointelegraph.com Time stamps:(00:00) - Introduction to today's episode (02:55) - Blockchain as a social movement(05:01) - Utility beyond hype, Tether's launch and Blockchain's evolution(09:00) - EOS Network: Early development challenges and its vision(11:36) - Development of EOS.IO and its switch to proof-of-stake prior to Ethereum(13:20) - Challenges during the EOS Network launch(14:34) - The thrill of solving blockchain's biggest challenges(17:17) - Blockchain's gaming revolution: Lessons from a game dev(22:38) - NFTs in Blockchain space(24:35) - Innovations in onchain NFTs: Cryptowalkers and ChainFaces(27:21) - The future of NFTs and their cultural Impact(28:23) - NFTs as gateways to niche communities(32:23) - Decentralized IDs, EU's digital ID scheme(37:17) - Blockchain and AI(43:27) - EOS Network updateThe views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast are its participants' alone and do not necessarily reflect or represent the views and opinions of Cointelegraph. This podcast (and any related content) is for entertainment purposes only and does not constitute financial advice, nor should it be taken as such. Everyone must do their own research and make their own decisions. The podcast's participants may or may not own any of the assets mentioned.

In this episode of Decentralize with Cointelegraph, join host Gareth Jenkinson in an insightful discussion with 1inch co-founder Sergej Kunz, Aave founder Stani Kulechov and Chainlink co-founder Sergey Nazarov as they explore the growing importance of DeFi in shaping the future of Web3 and mainstream adoption of cryptocurrencies. This episode was recorded during Cointelegraph's exclusive event, Longitude, at Token2049 in Singapore.Follow Cointelegraph on X @Cointelegraph.Follow this episode's host, Gareth Jenkinson on X at @gazza_jenks.Time stamps: (00:00) - Introduction to the episode(00:47) - How DeFi transforms traditional finance(03:31) - How has DeFi evolved and where is it heading?(07:06) - TradFi's interest in DeFi(10:37) - TradFi and DeFi collaboration and on-chain financial products(14:55) - Counterparty risk and yield optimization(19:44) - Cross-chain liquidity fragmentation, swaps and scaling solutions(21:52) - CCIP's vision and the future of blockchain interoperabilityThe views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast are its participants' alone and do not necessarily reflect or represent the views and opinions of Cointelegraph. This podcast (and any related content) is for entertainment purposes only and does not constitute financial advice, nor should it be taken as such. Everyone must do their own research and make their own decisions. The podcast's participants may or may not own any of the assets mentioned.

In this episode of Decentralize with Cointelegraph, join host Gareth Jenkinson in a versatile discussion with Yat Siu, Animoca Brands founder; Alex Svanevik, Nansen co-founder; and Nic Puckrin, founder of Coin Bureau, as they explore major trends shaping the crypto landscape in 2024. Recorded during Cointelegraph's exclusive event, Longitude, at Token2049 in Singapore, the panel dives into the implications of Bitcoin ETFs, the evolving institutional interest in crypto and the potential for a significant bull run in 2025. They also dissect the impact of memecoins and the importance of infrastructure in fostering a maturing market.Follow Cointelegraph on X @Cointelegraph.Follow this episode's host, Gareth Jenkinson on X at @gazza_jenks.Time stamps: (00:00) - Introduction to the episode(00:49) - Bitcoin ETFs, institutional involvement and global market(05:28) - Bitcoin halving and market cycles(07:09) - Memecoins and speculation in crypto(10:39) - Attention economy and user onboarding(11:41) - Solana, onchain analysis and token dilution(14:06) - Celebrity involvement in crypto(15:11) - Ton and Web3 gaming(20:00) - US elections and impact on crypto marketThe views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast are its participants' alone and do not necessarily reflect or represent the views and opinions of Cointelegraph. This podcast (and any related content) is for entertainment purposes only and does not constitute financial advice, nor should it be taken as such. Everyone must do their own research and make their own decisions. The podcast's participants may or may not own any of the assets mentioned.

In this episode of Decentralize with Cointelegraph, join host Gareth Jenkinson in an in-depth discussion with Arthur Hayes, co-founder of BitMEX and CEO of Maelstrom. They explore the implications of the recent US Federal Reserve interest rates cut on traditional finance and crypto markets, dive into the intricacies of Japanese yen carry trades, and discuss Bitcoin market dynamics. Hayes also shares his thoughts on the impact of Bitcoin ETFs and the evolving crypto regulatory landscape, with insights from his extensive experience in the industry.Follow Cointelegraph on X @Cointelegraph.Follow this episode's host, Gareth Jenkinson on X at @gazza_jenks.Timestamps: (00:00) - Introduction to the episode. (00:39) - Fed rate cut, its impact on traditional markets, reactions and predictions.(03:11) - Yen carry trades and the impact on crypto.(04:11) - Athena protocol and Hayes' perspective on market resilience.(05:28) - Bitcoin ETFs, institutional involvement, and the impact on the crypto market.(06:58) - Opportunities in derivatives trading.(07:57) - Hayes' support for Bitcoin development.(08:44) - Impact of the Bitcoin halving and AI competition on Bitcoin mining.(10:24) - Reflection on legal challenges in 2022, and the implications of running a centralized crypto company.(11:47) - Potential impact of US politics on crypto regulation.(13:16) - Transition to Maelstrom and the differences from running BitMEX.The views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast are its participants' alone and do not necessarily reflect or represent the views and opinions of Cointelegraph. This podcast (and any related content) is for entertainment purposes only and does not constitute financial advice, nor should it be taken as such. Everyone must do their own research and make their own decisions. The podcast's participants may or may not own any of the assets mentioned.

In this episode of Decentralize with Cointelegraph, join host Gareth Jenkinson in a captivating discussion with Binance CEO Richard Teng. The episode explores insights into Binance's global expansion, regulatory challenges, and the company's commitment to compliance. Teng also delves into the complex situation concerning the detention of Binance executive Tigran Gambaryan in Nigeria and reflects on his first year as CEO, as well as the future of Binance.Follow Cointelegraph on X @Cointelegraph.Follow this episode's host, Gareth Jenkinson on X at @gazza_jenks.Time stamps:(00:00) - Introduction to the episode(00:40) - Teng's experience as Binance CEO, Binance's growth and regulatory approvals(02:35) - Binance's issues in the US and compliance(04:12) - Binance on the European market and MiCA regulations(05:11) - Nigerian situation and Tigran Gambaryan's detention(09:10) - CZ's return from jail and his future involvement with Binance(10:13) - The future of Binance and leadership transition(13:33) - Teng's reflections on his role as Binance CEOThe views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast are its participants' alone and do not necessarily reflect or represent the views and opinions of Cointelegraph. This podcast (and any related content) is for entertainment purposes only and does not constitute financial advice, nor should it be taken as such. Everyone must do their own research and make their own decisions. The podcast's participants may or may not own any of the assets mentioned.

In this episode of Decentralize with Cointelegraph, host Zoltan Vardai is joined by Gavin Wood, co-founder of Ethereum, Polkadot and Kusama. Wood shares his ideas for Web3 and the future of cryptocurrency, as well as his hope for a world where cryptocurrency transactions are free, making Web3 technology a universally accessible public good. The episode explores Wood's innovative concepts, including the “proof-of-ink” system and the possibility of an Ether-less Ethereum. Wood also discusses his concerns about centralization within Ether distribution and the recent launch of Ethereum ETFs.Follow Cointelegraph on X @Cointelegraph.Follow this episode's host, Zoltan Vardai, on X at @ZVardai. Timestamps:(00:00) – Introduction to the episode(00:53) – Challenges with airdrops and identity in Web3(02:12) – Individuality as a building block for Web3 adoption(05:16) – Centralization concerns in Ethereum(06:55) – Polkadot's path and Ethereum's decentralization(09:23) – Risks of liquid staking and network security(11:02) – Why Polkadot was created(14:17) – Concerns and hopes for the future of Web3The views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast are its participants' alone and do not necessarily reflect or represent the views and opinions of Cointelegraph. This podcast (and any related content) is for entertainment purposes only and does not constitute financial advice, nor should it be taken as such. Everyone must do their own research and make their own decisions. The podcast's participants may or may not own any of the assets mentioned.

From the CryptoKitties craze to the 2021 market downturn, blockchain gaming was all the buzz. Since then, things have cooled down a lot. The question remains, is GameFi still on the decline, or is it just changing? In this episode of Decentralize with Cointelegraph, we explore the state of GameFi in 2024 with Ash Hodgetts, CMO of the Undeads game. Clicker games have been grabbing headlines with the success of Hamster Kombat and Notcoin, but are they the future of the space? We'll also look at how important player communities are in this new era of GameFi, and take a look at the changing landscape of play-to-earn models. Stay tuned!Follow Cointelegraph on X at @Cointelegraph. This episode's host, Maxwell Koopsen.Cointelegraph's website: cointelegraph.com The views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast are the participants' alone and do not necessarily reflect or represent the views and opinions of Cointelegraph. This podcast (and any related content) is for entertainment purposes only and does not constitute financial advice, nor should it be taken as such. Everyone must do their own research and make their own decisions. The podcast's participants may or may not own any of the assets mentioned.[Collaboration]

BitFuture: Bitcoin's Evolution is a special series from the Decentralize with Cointelegraph podcast in collaboration with PortaltoBitcoin. In episode five, Chandra Duggirala, co-founder and CEO of PortaltoBitcoin, dives into emerging Bitcoin trends, its broader implications beyond finance, and its role as a settlement rail in millions of markets.Follow Cointelegraph on X at @Cointelegraph. This episode's host, Robert Baggs, is on X at @rkbaggs. Follow the guest, Chandra Duggirala, @csentropy and PortaltoBitcoin @PortaltoBitcoin.Cointelegraph's website: cointelegraph.com The views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast are the participants' alone and do not necessarily reflect or represent the views and opinions of Cointelegraph. This podcast (and any related content) is for entertainment purposes only and does not constitute financial advice, nor should it be taken as such. Everyone must do their own research and make their own decisions. The podcast's participants may or may not own any of the assets mentioned.[Collaboration]

In the latest episode of Decentralize with Cointelegraph, host Savannah Fortis and TIME Magazine journalist, Andrew Chow, explore the world of crypto through the lens of Chow's latest book. Discover how Chow's forthcoming title, Cryptomania, delves into the origins, hype cycles, and future of crypto, including the dramatic fall of FTX and the transformative power of blockchain technology. Chow also shares his journey into the crypto space and discusses the cultural impact of NFTs and blockchain on society. Don't miss this engaging conversation that bridges technology and culture.Episode notes: Host's Twitter: @savannah_fortisGuest's Twitter: @andrewrchowCointelegraph's Twitter: @Cointelegraph Cointelegraph's website: cointelegraph.com The views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast are its participants' alone and do not necessarily reflect or represent the views and opinions of Cointelegraph. This podcast (and any related content) is for entertainment purposes only and does not constitute financial advice, nor should it be taken as such. Everyone must do their own research and make their own decisions. The podcast's participants may or may not own any of the assets mentioned.

BitFuture: Bitcoin's Evolution is a special series from the Decentralize with Cointelegraph podcast in collaboration with PortaltoBitcoin. In episode four, Chandra Duggirala explores artificial intelligence investing, what benefits, risks and challenges the new investing method can pose, and how investors can use AI tools in their portfolios.Follow Cointelegraph on X at @Cointelegraph. This episode's host, Robert Baggs, is on X at @rkbaggs. Follow the guest, Chandra Duggirala, @csentropy @PortaltoBitcoin.Cointelegraph's website: cointelegraph.com The views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast are the participants' alone and do not necessarily reflect or represent the views and opinions of Cointelegraph. This podcast (and any related content) is for entertainment purposes only and does not constitute financial advice, nor should it be taken as such. Everyone must do their own research and make their own decisions. The podcast's participants may or may not own any of the assets mentioned.[Collaboration]

BitFuture: Bitcoin's Evolution is a special series from the Decentralize with Cointelegraph podcast in collaboration with PortaltoBitcoin. In episode 3, Chandra Duggirala delves deep into how cross-chain transactions work, the dangers of using bridges, the importance of Ordinals, Runes and BRC-20, and how Bitcoin could take over the DeFi space.Follow Cointelegraph on X at @Cointelegraph. This episode's host, Robert Baggs, is on X at @rkbaggs. Follow the guest, Chandra Duggirala, @csentropy @PortaltoBitcoin. Cointelegraph's website: cointelegraph.com Timestamps:(00:00) - Introduction to the episode(01:00) - History and evolution of cross-chain transactions(03:51) - Problems with current cross-chain solutions(06:59) - How bridgeless cross-chain transactions work(11:46) - Liquidity pools and AMM about atomic swaps(15:43) - How the Bitcoin Lightning Network operates, its limitations(21:23) - RWAs and Bitcoin(27:56) - The potential of NFTs and gaming on Bitcoin(30:34) - BRC-20 and its impact on Bitcoin(32:11) - Prospects for Bitcoin and new protocolsThe views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast are its participants' alone and do not necessarily reflect or represent the views and opinions of Cointelegraph. This podcast (and any related content) is for entertainment purposes only and does not constitute financial advice, nor should it be taken as such. Everyone must do their own research and make their own decisions. The podcast's participants may or may not own any of the assets mentioned.[Collaboration]

BitFuture: Bitcoin's Evolution is a special series from the Decentralize with Cointelegraph podcast in collaboration with PortaltoBitcoin. In Episode 2, Chandra Duggirala delves deep into why Bitcoin is the only layer 1, breaks down its layer-2 solutions, and explores whether Bitcoin can dethrone Ethereum as the king of DeFi.Follow Cointelegraph on X (Twitter) at @Cointelegraph. This episode's host, Robert Baggs, on X at @rkbaggs, and the guest at @csentropy @PortaltoBitcoinCointelegraph's website: cointelegraph.com Timestamps:(00:00) - Introduction to the episode(00:34) - Layer 1s and layer 2s, Bitcoin as the primary layer 1(04:35) - Bitcoin's unique position(06:13) - Traders' strategies to accumulate more Bitcoin(06:58) - Bitcoin vs. Ethereum layer-2 solutions, Ethereum's rollup mechanisms(11:32) - Comparing Bitcoin's and Ethereum's security models(13:19) - Economic security of Bitcoin(14:08) - DeFi on Ethereum and Bitcoin(15:40) - Challenges for Bitcoin's holistic solution: Energy footprint and nation-state attacks(20:41) - Protocol ossification, nation-state considerations(25:25) - Future predictions for Bitcoin layer 2sThe views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast are its participants' alone and do not necessarily reflect or represent the views and opinions of Cointelegraph. This podcast (and any related content) is for entertainment purposes only and does not constitute financial advice, nor should it be taken as such. Everyone must do their own research and make their own decisions. The podcast's participants may or may not own any of the assets mentioned.[Collaboration]

In this SPECIAL "Emergency Transmission" episode of The Skeptical Shaman podcast, host Rachel White (of TOTEM Readings) chats with comedian and podcaster Robbie "The Fire" Bernstein. Robbie is the host of the Run Your Mouth Podcast and frequently co-hosts the Part of the Problem podcast with Dave Smith. He is also currently driving across the country to bring comedy and free speech to Americans right in their backyard. Like, literally. It's called the "Summer Porch Tour" and TOTEM is being graced with his presence-- and that of other, incredible comics-- this Thursday, July 11th (link to purchase tickets is below). In this episode of The Skeptical Shaman podcast, we dive into a lively discussion about free speech, creative expression, empowerment, personal agency, and even a little bit about shamanism. The executive summary? Psst-- the government, media, and other authority figures might not have your best interests at heart!The solution? Empower yourself. Start doing something you love. Being iconoclastic and embrace what the new day holds for you. No one is coming to save you, but that means that YOU can be the hero in your own story. Joseph Campbell AND Ayn Rand would be proud!LINKS:Join us this Thursday, July 11th for the Summer Porch Tour by getting your tickets here:https://www.eventbrite.com/e/robbiethefire-summer-porch-tour-austin-texas-tickets-890747809677Robbie's Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/run-your-mouth/id1549622417Rachel's Website: https://www.totemreadings.comTOTEM Readings Substack: https://totemrach.substack.comRachel's Other Links: https://linktr.ee/totemrachPlease support the Sponsors of The Skeptical Shaman Podcast:The TOTEM Flower Essence Deck: https://a.co/d/gw16LsGThe TOTEM Tarot Deck: https://www.amazon.com/TOTEM-Tarot-Deck-Rachel-White/dp/0578980126The TOTEM Flower Essences: https://www.etsy.com/shop/TotemReadingsATXPlease note: The views and opinions expressed on The Skeptical Shaman do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of the podcast. Any content provided by our guests, bloggers, sponsors or authors are of their opinion and are not intended to malign any religion, protected class, group, club, organization, business individual, anyone or anything. And remember: sticks and stones may break our bones, but words—or discussions of religious or spiritual topics-- will never hurt us.

Welcome to BitFuture: Bitcoin's Evolution, a special series from the Decentralize with Cointelegraph podcast in collaboration with PortaltoBitcoin. In Episode 1, Chandra Duggirala, co-founder and CEO of PortaltoBitcoin, explores Bitcoin's origins, the development of altcoins and layer-2 solutions, the challenges of cross-chain custody, and maintaining security on decentralized exchanges.Follow Cointelegraph on X (Twitter) at @Cointelegraph. This episode's host, Robert Baggs, on X at @rkbaggs, and the guest at @csentropy @PortaltoBitcoinCointelegraph's website: cointelegraph.com Timestamps:(00:00) - Introduction to the episode(01:20) - PortaltoBitcoin and the evolution of cross-chain trading and custodial solutions(05:10) - Technical challenges and solutions for cross-chain trading(08:15) - Atomic swaps and fair exchange problem in cross-chain transactions(12:28) - Security and economic issues with atomic swaps(17:53) - Why build on Bitcoin?(22:50) - Maintaining focus during bear markets(25:00) - Hyper Bitcoinization and its implications for the future of Bitcoin and fiat currenciesThe views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast are its participants' alone and do not necessarily reflect or represent the views and opinions of Cointelegraph. This podcast (and any related content) is for entertainment purposes only and does not constitute financial advice, nor should it be taken as such. Everyone must do their own research and make their own decisions. The podcast's participants may or may not own any of the assets mentioned.[Collaboration]

Mario Nawfal joins Decentralize with Cointelegraph to discuss how to grow a brand in Web3, the power of his massive Twitter Spaces, why people distrust mainstream media, the pressures of fame and how dancing helps keep him sane.Follow Cointelegraph on X (Twitter) at @Cointelegraph. Follow this episode's host, Jonathan DeYoung, on X at @maddopemadic and on Instagram at @maddopemadic.Cointelegraph's website: cointelegraph.comTimestamps:(00:57) Current market sentiment and a bullish perspective on crypto(03:27) Predicting the US political impact on crypto(04:43) Mistakes and best practices for Web3 projects(09:18) Cycles of crypto markets, celebrities' involvement in crypto(12:36) Ethics and transparency in crypto promotion(14:15) Impact of hosting popular crypto spaces(23:50) Twitter Spaces and its role in modern media(29:53) Personal background and security concerns(32:28) Lessons from the dance community applicable to business and personal lifeThe views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast are its participants' alone and do not necessarily reflect or represent the views and opinions of Cointelegraph. This podcast (and any related content) is for entertainment purposes only and does not constitute financial advice, nor should it be taken as such. Everyone must do their own research and make their own decisions. The podcast's participants may or may not own any of the assets mentioned.

In the latest episode of Decentralize with Cointelegraph, host Savannah Fortis and Tools for Humanity's head of protocol, Steven Smith, explore the transformative ideas behind the digital identity solution Worldcoin. Discover how this innovative project is revolutionizing digital identity through biometric technology, bridging the gap between Web2 and Web3 with its groundbreaking proof of personhood concept. Explore the challenges, triumphs and future prospects of decentralized identity solutions in today's rapidly evolving digital landscape.Follow Cointelegraph on X (Twitter) at @Cointelegraph. Follow this episode's host, Savannah Fortis, on X at @savannah_fortis and the guest at @reldev.Cointelegraph's website: cointelegraph.com Timestamps:(00:00) - Introduction to the episode(01:45) - What is Worldcoin? Worldcoin's primary goals and technical overview(02:45) - Web2 vs. Web3 and technical aspects of Worldcoin(05:48) - Proof of personhood and its privacy implications, zero-knowledge proofs(08:04) - Tools for Humanity and Worldcoin, Steven Smith's role as the head of protocol(12:53) - Biometric scanning technologies, iris and orbs' significance in Worldcoin(21:56) - Challenges within the protocol and introduction of World Chain(28:00) - Privacy and security measures of Worldcoin(32:45) - Use cases of World ID and its role in the “human web,” AI, and Worldcoin(37:39) - AI and Worldcoin interactions, World ID's verification system(42:08) - Logistics of deploying orbs in various countries(47:06) - The use of AI models in orbs to verify human presence(50:20) - World Chain, outlook on future innovations and challenges in scaling WorldcoinThe views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast are its participants' alone and do not necessarily reflect or represent the views and opinions of Cointelegraph. This podcast (and any related content) is for entertainment purposes only and does not constitute financial advice, nor should it be taken as such. Everyone must do their own research and make their own decisions. The podcast's participants may or may not own any of the assets mentioned.

Decentralize with Cointelegraph explores everything Web3 games with executives from five prominent gaming-related projects — Shrapnel, MetalCore, Ex Populus, Saga and HyperPlay — to learn why video games need blockchain, the promises of GameFi, and the challenges that come along the way.Follow Cointelegraph on X (Twitter) at @Cointelegraph. Follow this episode's host, Jonathan DeYoung, on X at  @maddopemadic and on Instagram at @maddopemadic.Cointelegraph's website: cointelegraph.comTimestamps:(00:00) - Introduction to the episode(02:06) - Introduction to Marc Mercuri, chief blockchain officer of Shrapnel(03:06) - Integration of blockchain into gaming, benefits and potential of AAA games(06:55) - Timeline and expectations for Web3 gaming adoption(08:45) - Introduction to Toby Batton, founder and CEO of Web3 game studio Ex Populus(11:38) - Blockchain technology and mainstream gaming adoption(15:57) - Financial outlook and future of the Web3 gaming market(18:31) - Introduction to Rebecca Liao, founder and CEO of Saga(20:12) - Gaming as the potential killer app for Web3(21:10) - Rebecca Liao's background and experience as a woman in crypto and gaming(24:57) - Asia's approach to Web3 and its impact on gaming(28:51) - Introduction to JacobC.eth, founder and CEO of HyperPlay(32:34) - MetaMask integration in gaming(34:50) - Future of Web3 gaming and the role of specialized platforms(37:55) - Introduction to Matt Candler and Dan Nikolaides, CEO and CTO of Studio369 and MetalCore(39:47) - General sentiment in the gaming industry about blockchain and Web3(42:52) - Regulation, market conditions and technical challenges in developing Web3 games(46:16) - Discussion on whether an AAA game will be the first successful blockchain gameThe views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast are its participants' alone and do not necessarily reflect or represent the views and opinions of Cointelegraph. This podcast (and any related content) is for entertainment purposes only and does not constitute financial advice, nor should it be taken as such. Everyone must do their own research and make their own decisions. The podcast's participants may or may not own any of the assets mentioned.

In this episode of Decentralize with Cointelegraph, join host Jonathan DeYoung in a captivating discussion with Animoca Brands' co-founder, Yat Siu, as they explore how gaming is poised to drive mass adoption of blockchain technology. Siu shares insights on gaming's social nature, the key to its power, and why gaming will lead the charge in mainstream adoption. Additionally, Siu shares valuable perspectives on the metaverse, emphasizing digital property ownership and community building.Host on X: @maddopemadicGuest on X: @ysiu @animocabrandsCointelegraph's Twitter: @CointelegraphCointelegraph's website: cointelegraph.comTimestamps:(00:00) - Introduction to the episode(01:43) - The importance of conferences for networking, learning and evangelizing Web3(05:19) - The current semi-bull market and anticipated timeline for mass adoption(10:44) - The influence of political change and market dynamics on the future of Web3(12:16) - Gaming's influence on culture, digital ownership and virtual economies(16:55) - Yat Siu's views on memecoins(18:46) - The perception that the metaverse is dead, the concept of an open metaverse(24:17) - NFTs in different cultures, capitalism, and the response to NFTs in gaming communities(31:11) - Emerging trends and developments in Web3(36:32) - The importance of financial literacy and education in Web3(39:09) - Criteria for investing in Web3 projects(42:12) - Yat Siu on managing a multitude of venturesThe views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast are its participants' alone and do not necessarily reflect or represent the views and opinions of Cointelegraph. This podcast (and any related content) is for entertainment purposes only and does not constitute financial advice, nor should it be taken as such. Everyone must do their own research and make their own decisions. The podcast's participants may or may not own any of the assets mentioned.

In the latest episode of Decentralize with Cointelegraph, join host Savannah Fortis and WeatherXM CEO Manolis Nikiforakis for a dive into the future of weather forecasting. Imagine a world where anyone from farmers to scientists can access and contribute to the most accurate and hyperlocal weather data. Nikiforakis shares how WeatherXM is transforming weather data collection using cutting-edge Web3 decentralized technology and the Internet of Things.Discover how WeatherXM's innovative approach is changing the landscape of weather data through community-driven, decentralized networks. Learn about the unique blend of hardware and software that powers WeatherXM and how its network of weather stations provides critical data globally.Host's Twitter: @savannah_fortisGuest's Twitter: @WeatherXM, @nikil511Cointelegraph's Twitter: @Cointelegraph Cointelegraph's website: cointelegraph.com Timestamps:(00:08) - Introduction to the episode(01:10) - Unusual weather conditions in Greece (04:15) -  Weather stations deployed in the greater Attica region and their impact on forecast accuracy(05:50) - WeatherXM's evolution from an IoT company to a decentralized weather station network(13:24) - Technological infrastructure of WeatherXM(16:41) - The advantages of a decentralized weather station network compared to traditional methods(23:27) - Real-world use cases of weather stations(35:48) - Novel approaches to provide hardware access to users(37:58) - The role of crypto in filling gaps in traditional finance(42:15) - Challenges with onboarding users to the Web3(48:34) - Execution of weather mining pool project(50:01) - Community sharing photos of weather station deploymentsThe views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast are its participants' alone and do not necessarily reflect or represent the views and opinions of Cointelegraph. This podcast (and any related content) is for entertainment purposes only and does not constitute financial advice, nor should it be taken as such. Everyone must do their own research and make their own decisions. The podcast's participants may or may not own any of the assets mentioned.

Episode Description: Karl and Erum discuss the state of health and technology with Laura Minquini of AthenaDAO, focusing on advancements in women's health research and quantum computing. Be sure to tune in to this conversation to hear about the importance of reproductive longevity, the challenges faced in women's health research, and the role of decentralized science. Grow Everything brings the bioeconomy to life. Hosts Karl Schmieder and Erum Azeez Khan share stories and interview the leaders and influencers changing the world by growing everything from sustainable ingredients to high performing materials. Biology is the oldest technology. What are we growing? JOIN OUR BIOCOMMUNITY. BECOME A PATREON.  ⁠START HERE⁠. Chapters: 00:00:00 - Natural Health: The Real Deal 00:00:23 - Summer Thrills and Memorial Day Escapades with Erum and Karl 00:02:49 - Brooklyn's Cultural Pulse: Events and Highlights 00:05:17 - Listener Shoutouts: Your Voice, Our Podcast 00:06:51 - Quantum Computing Exposed 00:09:13 - Quantum Computing: Transforming Biotechnology 00:12:55 - Women's Health Meets Decentralized Science: Welcome Laura Minquini 00:18:27 - Women's Health Funding: Smashing Barriers 00:24:35 - Reproductive Longevity: Key Challenges and Gaps 00:30:42 - Pioneering Approaches to Decentralized Science 00:36:05 - DAOs: Expanding Reach and Impact 00:37:08 - Women's Health Research: Comprehensive Analysis 00:39:36 - Revolutionary Advances in Reproductive Tech 00:40:44 - Women's Health Research: Future Directions and Funding 00:41:29 - Streamlining DAO Operations for Success 00:44:13 - Community-Driven Science: Powering Women's Health 00:47:02 - Athena DAO: Success Stories and Milestones 00:51:27 - Get Involved: How You Can Make a Difference 00:55:00 - Join the Athena DAO Movement 01:01:29 - Final Thoughts and Future Vision Episode Links: AthenaDAO (link) Laura Minquini on X (link) Plates for Change Nonprofit (link) Seth Yakatan on LinkedIn (link) StarTalk Episode on Quantum Computing (link) Quantum Supremacy by Michio Kaku (link) Drew Berry Animations (link) VitaDAO (link) LabDAO (link) DeSciNYC (link) Topics Covered: biotech funding, biopharma, venture capital, biology, startup, entrepreneurship, women's health, reproductive longevity, DAO, decentralized autonomous organizations, blockchain, Femtech Have a question or comment? Message us here: Text or Call (804) 505-5553 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ / ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ / ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ / ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ / ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Youtube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ / ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠GrowEverything website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Email: groweverything@messaginglab.com Music by: Nihilore Production by: Amplafy Media --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/messaginglab/message

This episode of Decentralize with Cointelegraph features an in-depth conversation with Ethereum co-founder and Consensys CEO Joe Lubin. Lubin delves into the SEC's attempts to classify Ether as a security and the broader legal battle in which Consensus is involved.Lubin weighs up the damage of regularity uncertainty in the U.S., its impact on Ethereum ecosystem participants and the costs the wider cryptocurrency industry has incurred.The Ethereum co-founder also discussed Ethereum's ongoing roadmap, the importance of modularization, and the layering approach for scalability. Staking, the return on investment for validators, and the inherent risks are also unpacked at length.EigenLayer is another topic of discussion. Lubin explains how innovations like retaking and elastic security resources will transform startup operations in the blockchain space.The Consensys CEO also discusses the Solana ecosystem and how Bitcoin shaped his journey into the world of cryptocurrencies and blockchain. Lastly, he recaps Vitalik Buterin's ongoing influence on the Ethereum ecosystem.Guest's Twitter: @ethereumJoseph @ethereum @ConsensysHost's Twitter: @gazza_jenks Cointelegraph's Twitter: @CointelegraphCointelegraph's website: cointelegraph.com Timestamps:(00:00) - Introduction and initial thoughts on the SEC(00:50) - Clash of civilizations and technology benefits(03:37) - Gary Gensler and the SEC's strategy(04:57) - Legal contingencies and relocation(07:03) - Costs and burdens of regulatory uncertainty(11:47) - Political landscape and potential changes(14:30) - Decentralization and institutional involvement(19:02) - Ethereum's ecosystem and modularization(21:16) - Future scalability and ecosystem interoperability(26:00) - Staking Ether and risk assessments(27:25) - Innovations by EigenLayer and Liquid Staking(30:46) - Solana's performance and place in the blockchain ecosystem(35:00) - Joseph Lubin's first encounter with Bitcoin(35:49) - Bitcoin's role and evolution(38:07) - Vitalik Buterin's influence and organizing transformation(39:37) - Consensys's global operations, commitment to the U.S. marketThe views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast are its participants' alone and do not necessarily reflect or represent the views and opinions of Cointelegraph. This podcast (and any related content) is for entertainment purposes only and does not constitute financial advice, nor should it be taken as such. Everyone must do their own research and make their own decisions. The podcast's participants may or may not own any of the assets mentioned.

Laptop Radio chats with Samuel Risberg (CTO at SOLMiner.io) on How Mining Can Secure and Stabilize the Grid and Help Decentralize Banking and Help the Un-banked.

James Heckman, an entrepreneur and media executive with decades of experience, and Eyal Hertzog, co-founder of Bancor and CEO of deWeb, are on a mission to dethrone social media giants with blockchain and give power back to the audience. Learn about the inner workings of social media and how these two plan to disrupt it. James Heckman: https://x.com/jamescheckman Eyal Hertzog: https://x.com/eyal ►► Sponsored by iTrust Capital Invest in Bitcoin, Crypto Assets & Gold with Your IRA Using iTrust Capital.

Mike Winner is a partner and technical director for Alfa Vedic, an off-grid farm and wellness co-op focused on innovative solutions for a new era of self-mastery, health independence and personal sovereignty. Mike, along with Dr. Barre Lando, hosts a weekly podcast called Alfacast that delves into a vast range of topics related to the new cutting-edge terrain of health freedom and spirit science.Mike joined me for a rollicking conversation about growing up in the OC, our UCSB/Nordstrom overlap, crypto, Qortal, Music + Sky, and why we are wise to take responsibility, and decentralize our all of it.Register NOW for Music & Sky:https://musicandsky.com/ref/241/Part 2:danikatz.locals.comwww.patreon.com/danikatzFind Dani's books, courses and webinars:https://lnk.bio/danikatzFind Mike Winner:https://alfavedic.comhttps://musicandsky.comhttps://qortal.orghttps://instagram.com/djmikewinnerhttps://linktr.ee/djmikewinnerShow notes:Growing up a WinnerOrange County roots- escaping & seeking through imagination and musicMulti-culturalism & Conservatism of OCDisney Land & TomorrowlandUC Santa Barbara & Being Gauchos on Isla VistaDiscovering conspiracies & esoteric~ Mike's dad, Icke, Barre LandoShoe-dog at Nordstrom'sWhat inspired Quortal? Blockchain, decentralized money, trans-humanismAI, fractals, and our understanding of realityFreedom, Truth, and LovePonzi scheme of greed- crypto paradigmProof of work vs proof of stakeEthereum and centralizationConsensus reality, Mandela Effect and Clif HighBitcoin ties to fiat and ETF'sWorking back-end on Kore privacy coin2018- Karmaship, Karmics, and experiential marketplaceQuortal- as metaphysician philosopher w Natural Law ethicsDistributed ownership is true decentralization of powerQortal is a secure P2P-driven self-contained internetGrift of NFT's and tokenizationQuortal's encryption is censorship-proof- Open-source, anonymous, secure, and privateQ-tube and GatewaysFreedom and agency- Analog real world cross-over and implicationsLinux- open-source OS for running Quortal nodeMusic & Sky #6 upcoming in June- family festival vibe

Philip Forte is the founder and CEO of Elixir Network, a liquidity infrastructure layer that helps power decentralize orderbook exchanges. We discuss:- Creating a liquidity infrastructure layer that helps power decentralize orderbook exchanges - Recent $8 Million funding round which included Arthur Hayes- Tier 1 crypto exchange partnership incoming - Bitcoin ETF performance - Crypto market outlook https://www.elixir.xyz/⭐️ Learn about BitGo, one of the top crypto custodians - https://www.bitgo.com/

This episode of Decentralize with Cointelegraph explores the exciting world of Decentralized Physical Infrastructure Networks (DePINs) — a revolutionary approach to blockchain technology bringing real-world applications to the masses. Host Savannah Fortis is joined by Leonard Dorlöchter, the co-founder of the Peaq Network, who dives into the technical aspects of DePINs on the Peaq Network, along with their potential to disrupt industries like artificial intelligence, machine learning and the future of work. Tune in to discover how DePINs can incentivize data collection, power autonomous machines and foster a people-powered machine economy.  Whether you're a crypto enthusiast, developer or simply curious about the future of technology, this episode is packed with insights you won't want to miss.Guest's Twitter: @dorloechter/ @peaqnetwork Host's Twitter: @savannah_fortisCointelegraph's Twitter: @Cointelegraph Cointelegraph's website: cointelegraph.com Timestamps:(00:00) - Introduction(02:19) - How did you come into DePIN and end up as a co-founder of Peaq?(04:32) - Could you highlight the difference between DePIN and traditional PIN and their benefits and drawbacks?(06:49) - Can you share a real-world example of how a DePIN would be used on the Peaq network?(12:47) - Can you talk about the scalability needed to deploy these projects and how Peaq tackles the issue?(14:03) - What privacy implications should users anticipate when using DePINs, and are there measures to prevent DePIN theft or misuse?(15:28) - Are there any regulatory hurdles DePINs need to overcome?(17:04) - Will DePINs evolve soon, and what will be the catalysts for mainstream DePIN adoption? Coffee robots?(18:38) - What is AI's place in the DePIN space?(20:34) - What does Peaq have in store for the next few months?The views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast are its participants' alone and do not necessarily reflect or represent the views and opinions of Cointelegraph. This podcast (and any related content) is for entertainment purposes only and does not constitute financial advice, nor should it be taken as such. Everyone must do their own research and make their own decisions. The podcast's participants may or may not own any of the assets mentioned.

Decentralization might sound good on paper, but how does it work in the real world? When we look around, from media to the news to politics to culture in general, it looks like things are falling apart. And the just might be. But what happens when you shift your mindset away from the doom and gloom of how corrupt our politicians really are, and start building your own robust community that will survive the consequences of other's actions.Jake Knight brings an argument to the table: The dissatisfaction in the West far outweighs the level of disfunction in our system.  In other words, people are more unhappy, than they are incapable of doing anything about it.We trace this idea through multiple concepts, from culture, to tech, and eventually, worldview.Follow Gridbase on Instagram at @gridbasedotnetAnd check out the work at www.gridbase.netThis Episode has been sponsored by Obsidian Arms, a manufacturer of tools, parts and firearms, as well as operating as an OEM shop for those looking to bring excellence to the market. Their Minnesota-based shop builds and cuts parts out of U.S.-sourced materials. Their gunsmith tools, custom firearms, and capabilities can be found at www.obsidianarms.comFollow Obsidian Arms on Instagram at @obsidianarmsSupport the REDACTED Culture Cast at redactedculture.locals.comSSP and boutique products at redactedllc.comFollow us on Instagram at @redactedllcSupport the REDACTED Culture Cast at redactedculture.locals.comSSP and boutique products at redactedllc.comFollow us on Instagram at @redactedllc

I spoke to Oisín Kyne, co-founder and CTO of Obol Network,  an ecosystem for trust minimized Ethereum staking that enables people to create, test, run and coordinate distributed validators. Distributed Validator Technology (DVT) enables the duties of an Ethereum validator to be performed across a cluster of nodes in order to improve resilience as compared to running a validator on a single node. During the discussion we spoke about how DVT works, its implications for community funding, and  how it supports the decentralization of Ethereum. DVT is one of the most exciting technologies in my view for allowing a form of online collectivism that otherwise would be difficult to do on Ethereum.If you liked the podcast be sure to give it a review on your preferred podcast platform. If you find content like this important consider donating to my Patreon starting at just $3 per month. It takes quite a lot of my time and resources so any amount helps. Follow me on Twitter (@TBSocialist) or Mastodon (@theblockchainsocialist@social.coop) and join the r/CryptoLeftists subreddit and Discord to join the discussion.Support the showICYMI I've written a book about, no surprise, blockchains through a left political framework! The title is Blockchain Radicals: How Capitalism Ruined Crypto and How to Fix It and is being published through Repeater Books, the publishing house started by Mark Fisher who's work influenced me a lot in my thinking. The book is officially published and you use this linktree to find where you can purchase the book based on your region / country.

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In this episode, we sit down with Jill Gunter, co-founder of Espresso, to discuss: Espresso's original mission and the challenges of building a privacy solution Shifting direction to focus on building infrastructure to help L2 rollups decentralize The role of a sequencer in a rollup and how Espresso intends to decentralize it Trading off centralized sequencer revenue for decentralization and permissionlessness Visit Espresso for more.