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Solo Ceesay is CEO and Co-Founder at Calaxy. Before co-founding Calaxy with his business partner, Brooklyn Nets star Spencer Dinwiddie, Solo held the position of Securitization Investment Banker at Citi after graduating from the Wharton School of Business. As a 30-year-old tech founder, Solo has successfully spearheaded over $33.5 million in private funding for Calaxy. He was named one of Variety's Hollywood's New Leaders of 2022, and has brought his financial expertise to many mainstream audiences including Nasdaq, CNBC, and Cheddar News, as well as on his own video podcast New Money.In this conversation, we discuss:- Democratizing the internet- The rise of super apps and how SocialFi will enable cryptocurrency adoption- Future of decentralized media and the creator economy- The benefits of decentralization & giving users control over data- The global impact of the U.S. election on crypto and the wider economy- The true power of Polymarket- Decentralized identity- Making Web3 technology accessible to both creators and fans- Calaxy's new integration with Solana- Creating dApps and decentralized communities in one minute- Calaxy WorldsCalaxyWebsite: calaxy.comX: @CalaxyAppSolo CeesayX: @SoloCeesay LinkedIn: Solo Ceesay --------------------------------------------------------------------------------- This episode is brought to you by PrimeXBT. PrimeXBT offers a robust trading system for both beginners and professional traders that demand highly reliable market data and performance. Traders of all experience levels can easily design and customize layouts and widgets to best fit their trading style. PrimeXBT is always offering innovative products and professional trading conditions to all customers. PrimeXBT is running an exclusive promotion for listeners of the podcast. After making your first deposit, 50% of that first deposit will be credited to your account as a bonus that can be used as additional collateral to open positions. Code: CRYPTONEWS50 This promotion is available for a month after activation. Click the link below: PrimeXBT x CRYPTONEWS50
In this episode sponsored by LAOS and Bitlayer Recorded live at Consensus 2024 in Austin, Texas, we dive into the world of blockchain with three industry trailblazers: Jahan Trendback from Cosmos, Piers Ridyard from Radix, and Solo Ceesay from CalaxyLet's learn together how Jahan Trendback discusses his work with Cosmos, focusing on the Gravity Bridge and innovative solutions for blockchain interoperability. Also how Piers Ridyard shares his journey from traditional finance to the world of Web3, explaining how Radix addresses challenges in the DeFi space and finally Solo Sisi tells the origin story of Calixy, a social marketplace redefining the creator economy.Join us as we explore the innovative approaches these blockchain projects are taking to address key industry challenges and provide users with new and improved experiences in the Web3 space.
Today on the Ether we have Generation Infinity hosting a discussion exploring Bitcoin ETFs, crypto's wave of mass adoption. You'll hear from King Solomon, crypto.Darren, Eleanor Terrett, Alex Chizhik, Bitwise, Solo Ceesay, Cody Carbone, and more! Recorded on January 19th 2024. Make sure to check out the newest tracks from Finn and the RAC FM gang over at ImaginetheSmell.org! The majority of the music at the end of these spaces can be found streaming over on Spotify, and the rest of the streaming platforms. Check out Project Survival, Virus Diaries, and Plan B wherever you get your music. Thank you to everyone in the community who supports TerraSpaces.
This week: a new GC member, Algorand partnership, Davos 2024 insights and other top stories...Episode #109 info → https://hashgraph.news/109Send HBAR to support → 0.0.1725506Our good pal Solo Ceesay stops by to share updates live from Davos 2024 through the lens of an HBARbarian! Also, we take a deep dive into Hedera's new governing council member Hitachi, unpack a new partnership with Algorand, explore the conversations and debates on the topic of funding in the Hedera ecosystem and walk through all the other major headlines. Additionally, the show continues to test out a new video format!Tune in live on
Solo Ceesay is the CEO and co-founder of Calaxy, a social marketplace for creators, built on Hedera Hashgraph. He aspires to bridge the gap between fans and creators that legacy media has created by utilizing the limitless capabilities of distributed ledger technology. Why you should listen The creator economy is among the fastest-growing sectors of the internet. Calaxy aims to empower the next generation of creators by streamlining the process and cutting out expensive intermediaries. The platform offers creators an end-to-end toolkit to build community, sell a range of experiences, and receive instant payouts. Designed for simplicity, the app features a home feed to connect with the platform's experience, together with an ‘experience scroll' where users can discover tailored experiences provided by their favorite creators. Supporting links Bitget Bitget Academy Bitget Research Bitget Wallet Calaxy Andy on Twitter Brave New Coin on Twitter Brave New Coin If you enjoyed the show please subscribe to the Crypto Conversation and give us a 5-star rating and a positive review in whatever podcast app you are using.
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I catch up with Solo Ceesay, Calaxy CEO, to talk about the launch. Plus King Solomon and Patches stop by! Also, breaking news surrounding FedNow & Dropp, HBAR Foundation insights, FSCO teases and breaking down the disruption we might witness this year... Originally broadcast live on Twitter spaces.Links for all the news & rumours featured on episode 87 can be found here: https://itsbrandond.com/hashgraph-enthusiasts/87You can hear the next episode live on Twitter Spaces every Sunday at 7pm ET / 4pm PT so make sure to follow Brandon so you don't miss it: https://twitter.com/itsbrandondListen to previous episodes and subscribe on all major podcast platforms: https://itsbrandond.com/hbarWant to support the show? You can send an HBAR donation to the following Hedera account: 0.0.1725506 or enthusiast.hbar
The most valuable crypto stories for Thursday, August 10, 2023."The Hash" explores today's top stories in crypto, including lawyers for FTX firing back at creditors that criticized the bankrupt crypto exchange's proposed reorganization plan. The SEC will file an "interlocutory appeal" of a judge's ruling on Ripple's programmatic sales of XRP. And, Calaxy co-founder Solo Ceesay and fellow co-founder and NBA star Spencer Dinwiddie join the show to discuss the future of social media entertainment. See also:FTX Fires Back at Creditors 'Willing to Gamble Estate Assets on Higher Returns'SEC Will Appeal XRP Ruling in Case Against RippleSEC Likely to Approve Several Spot ETFs, Sparking Next Bitcoin Rally: MatrixportSolo Ceesay on Calaxy App, Metaverse OutlookThis episode has been edited by senior producer Michele Musso and the executive producer is Jared Schwartz. Our theme song is “Neon Beach.”See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
The most valuable crypto stories for Thursday, August 10, 2023."The Hash" explores today's top stories in crypto, including lawyers for FTX firing back at creditors that criticized the bankrupt crypto exchange's proposed reorganization plan. The SEC will file an "interlocutory appeal" of a judge's ruling on Ripple's programmatic sales of XRP. And, Calaxy co-founder Solo Ceesay and fellow co-founder and NBA star Spencer Dinwiddie join the show to discuss the future of social media entertainment. See also:FTX Fires Back at Creditors 'Willing to Gamble Estate Assets on Higher Returns'SEC Will Appeal XRP Ruling in Case Against RippleSEC Likely to Approve Several Spot ETFs, Sparking Next Bitcoin Rally: MatrixportSolo Ceesay on Calaxy App, Metaverse OutlookThis episode has been edited by senior producer Michele Musso and the executive producer is Jared Schwartz. Our theme song is “Neon Beach.”See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
I'm back, and this week we catch up with Solo Ceesay from Calaxy! Also, Ripple vs the SEC, SaucerSwap V2, shocking Guardian stats, an ominus warning, new Hedera roadmap, Google says yes to NFTs, Exxon & IBM breadcrumbs and changing seasons. Originally broadcast live on Twitter spaces.Links for all the news & rumours featured on episode 83 can be found here: https://itsbrandond.com/hashgraph-enthusiasts/83You can hear the next episode live on Twitter Spaces every Sunday at 7pm ET / 4pm PT so make sure to follow Brandon so you don't miss it: https://twitter.com/itsbrandondListen to previous episodes and subscribe on all major podcast platforms: https://itsbrandond.com/hbarWant to support the show? You can send an HBAR donation to the following Hedera account: 0.0.1725506 or enthusiast.hbar
Did you know fake soccer agents are a thing in Latin America? Camila Manera, Chief Data & Product Officer of Libro de Pases, explains how her company uses AI to help prevent scams. We also chat with CEO Alexi Traina about how HiNote can add more personality to your messaging. Calaxy is a social marketplace that helps users monetize their fan base directly (rather than through brand/advertising deals), and we've got Co-Founder & CEO Solo Ceesay to explain how. Finally, we talk about the rise and fall of Blackberry in Socially Speaking.Links to this week's stories and discussion:[07:32] Camila Manera: librodepases.com[16:15] Apptastic[22:22] Alexi Traina: hinoteapp.com[29:57] Solo Ceesay: calaxy.com[39:08] The Story of BlackberryYou can also find both AmberMac and Michael B on Twitter.
Joining me on this week's episode is Solo Ceesay, a first-generation immigrant born to Senegalese and Gambian parents, whose entrepreneurial journey to date includes becoming an Ivy League football champion, graduating top of his class at the Wharton School of Business, joining Citigroup on Wall Street as a securitization investment banker, and presenting his own creator economy video podcast. Solo's now the pulse of the creative economy, spearheading over thirty-three million in funds raised since 2021 to build open social marketplace Calaxy with his co-founder, NBA star Spencer Dinwiddie. And he's also, as we discuss today, at the forefront of making sure we learn how to stabilize traditional and stagnant methods of monetization for creators.Solo opens the episode by sharing the details of his journey, including how his parents instilled in him a determination to always give his best and never give up, helping him to develop an entrepreneurial mindset. He then discusses his pivot into the world of cryptocurrency and its potential to be the next path in the creative landscape, explaining that it can empower creators to maximize their monetization channels. He also teaches us some crypto basics, including how blockchain works, how crypto makes commerce more accessible, and how Calaxy is leveraging Web3 technology to connect creators and fans. Solo then speaks about how Calaxy was developed and its ambition to lower the barriers to getting involved in the crypto world while taking power out of the hands of platforms like Instagram and Facebook and giving it to creators. And finally, Solo answers my regular question, how does he use his difference to make a difference, stating that he always makes sure to stay authentic to who he is, thank those who support him, and remember that by thinking you can achieve, you'll find the opportunities to do so.Episode Highlights:How Solo's background shaped how he sees success Creating a toolkit to empower creators Explaining crypto, blockchain, and Calaxy Taking power from platforms and giving it to creatorsThe ongoing trend of influencer marketingLinks:Connect with Solo Ceesay:Solo's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/solo-ceesay-9b2a258a/Solo's Twitter: https://twitter.com/SoloCeesayCalaxy's Website: https://www.calaxy.com/Calaxy's Twitter: https://twitter.com/CalaxyAppConnect with Tayo Rockson and the As Told By Nomads Podcast:Tayo's Website: https://tayorockson.com/Tayo on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tayorockson/Tayo on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/tayorocksonTayo on TikTok: https://www.youtube.com/tayorocksonUYD Management: https://www.uydmanagement.com/UYD Collective: https://tayorockson.com/uyd-collective Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
There are many ways for creatives to make money while having control of the art they release. Calaxy is an open social marketplace, where creators buy and sell tokens for profit. In this panel, Baron Davis, former National Basketball Association player and founder of More Than Us, a genesis NFT collection, sits down with Calaxy's Spencer Dinwiddie and Solo Ceesay to talk about the importance of Web3 being used by everyone. They also discuss social tokens and their importance. The panel occurred on Friday, June 10, 2022, the second day of CoinDesk's Consensus 2022 festival in Austin, Texas. The moderator is Daniel Nelson, managing editor of news at CoinDesk.This episode was edited by Nia Freeman. Executive producer for CoinDesk Reports is Jared Schwartz.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
NBA Star Spencer Dinwiddie and former financier Solo Ceesay are putting their heads together to build the new creator economy for Web3.0. Their goal? To empower more meaningful and fulfilling fan experiences. I sat down with them at Consensus to discuss their journey together thus far and what we can expect to see moving forward. We chatted about why Spencer went all in on crypto, why Solo made the switch from Wall Street to the Metaverse, and their newly coined term “Web2.5.” JOIN THE FREE WOLF DEN NEWSLETTER
Solo Ceesay, is the Chief Operating Officer and Co-Founder of Calaxy, an open social marketplace for creators, by creators, that aims to reimagine the entertainment industry and the fundamental ways with which we all interact digitally. He graduated from Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania where he played football and thereafter began his banking career in Wall Street. During his time he services as an advisor to Spencer Dinwiddle where he became the first NBA player to tokenize and securitize his contract. A little over a year ago he left Wall Street to develop his dream for a secure ecosystem built for Creators by Creators that revolutionizes content creation/sharing and the fan experience of each: Calaxy.Disclaimer: Though informational, discussion should not be seen as financial advice. Insights, statistics, and opinions provided should be seen as just that.Follow Us:InstagramTwitterLinkedInLogo Design: Emma BersonIntro & Outro Music: deMV Music (Spotify & Apple Music)
How can the barrier to entry to crypto be lowered so that everyone can take advantage of new technology?Joining “New Money” hosts Spencer Dinwiddie and Solo Ceesay are OG reality stars Gabrielle Victor and Danielle Victor, better known as the “Victor Twins.” The twins have successfully monetized their life since their rise to popularity while on reality show “Bad Girls.” They've worked to be their genuine selves while posting to social media, and their fans love the authenticity that comes with their content. Even better, the two have found a way to monetize their personalities and daily lives through social media.Though social media offers a legitimate career path for many creators today, they are still bound to the structure and income that platforms offer. With crypto and blockchain technology, creators can be empowered to determine their own worth. How can a future decentralized social media improve the lives of creators?Watch the full episode here.“New Money With Spencer and Solo” is produced by CoinDesk. Our theme music is “Street Knowledge” by KC Carter. Art design is by Calaxy/CoinDesk. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
How can the barrier to entry to crypto be lowered so that everyone can take advantage of new technology?Joining “New Money” hosts Spencer Dinwiddie and Solo Ceesay are OG reality stars Gabrielle Victor and Danielle Victor, better known as the “Victor Twins.” The twins have successfully monetized their life since their rise to popularity while on reality show “Bad Girls.” They've worked to be their genuine selves while posting to social media, and their fans love the authenticity that comes with their content. Even better, the two have found a way to monetize their personalities and daily lives through social media.Though social media offers a legitimate career path for many creators today, they are still bound to the structure and income that platforms offer. With crypto and blockchain technology, creators can be empowered to determine their own worth. How can a future decentralized social media improve the lives of creators?Watch the full episode here.“New Money With Spencer and Solo” is produced by CoinDesk. Our theme music is “Street Knowledge” by KC Carter. Art design is by Calaxy/CoinDesk. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
“You don't need to be all the way into crypto, but you do need to know that crypto is here to stay.”In this episode of “New Money” with hosts Spencer Dinwiddie and Solo Ceesay, sports and big tech collide. The hosts are joined by former WNBA player Imani McGee-Stafford, linebacker Foye Oluokun of the Atlanta Falcons and Renee Montgomery, retired WNBA player and co-owner of the Atlanta Dream. The guests discuss the importance of learning about the financial pathways for professional athletes. More and more, investing in crypto is being discussed in the locker rooms and on the field as an opportunity for athletes to build their wealth during and after their sports careers.Lastly, the guests consider the rise of NFTs and many ways athletes can take advantage of this new technology. As the barrier to entry for NFT creation lowers, a larger swath of athletes will be able to memorialize their personal brand and top moments in their sport careers.Watch the full episode here.“New Money With Spencer and Solo” is produced by CoinDesk. Our theme music is “Street Knowledge” by KC Carter. Art design is by Calaxy/CoinDesk. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
“You don't need to be all the way into crypto, but you do need to know that crypto is here to stay.”In this episode of “New Money” with hosts Spencer Dinwiddie and Solo Ceesay, sports and big tech collide. The hosts are joined by former WNBA player Imani McGee-Stafford, linebacker Foye Oluokun of the Atlanta Falcons and Renee Montgomery, retired WNBA player and co-owner of the Atlanta Dream. The guests discuss the importance of learning about the financial pathways for professional athletes. More and more, investing in crypto is being discussed in the locker rooms and on the field as an opportunity for athletes to build their wealth during and after their sports careers.Lastly, the guests consider the rise of NFTs and many ways athletes can take advantage of this new technology. As the barrier to entry for NFT creation lowers, a larger swath of athletes will be able to memorialize their personal brand and top moments in their sport careers.Watch the full episode here.“New Money With Spencer and Solo” is produced by CoinDesk. Our theme music is “Street Knowledge” by KC Carter. Art design is by Calaxy/CoinDesk. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
“The sooner you hop on, the better,” Biddl3 says.In this episode of “New Money,” hosts Spencer Dinwiddie and Solo Ceesay are joined by recording artists Biddl3, actress GG Townson and producer Carey. The three explain their corners of the entertainment world, contributing their unique views on the challenges of the industry. The guests see social media as a powerful tool to advance their careers and reach worldwide audiences. They aren't afraid of new technologies, either: Biddl3 believes that those who “are ahead of the curve, or are quick to adapt, are the ones who succeed” when it comes to the rapidly advancing tech of communication in the modern era of social media.If these three recognize the utility and power of social media for their professions, will they be equally accepting of the advancements that crypto and blockchain technology can provide to fan-creator relationships?Watch the full episode here.“New Money With Spencer and Solo” is produced by CoinDesk. Our theme music is “Street Knowledge” by KC Carter. Art design is by Calaxy/CoinDesk. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
“The sooner you hop on, the better,” Biddl3 says.In this episode of “New Money,” hosts Spencer Dinwiddie and Solo Ceesay are joined by recording artists Biddl3, actress GG Townson and producer Carey. The three explain their corners of the entertainment world, contributing their unique views on the challenges of the industry. The guests see social media as a powerful tool to advance their careers and reach worldwide audiences. They aren't afraid of new technologies, either: Biddl3 believes that those who “are ahead of the curve, or are quick to adapt, are the ones who succeed” when it comes to the rapidly advancing tech of communication in the modern era of social media.If these three recognize the utility and power of social media for their professions, will they be equally accepting of the advancements that crypto and blockchain technology can provide to fan-creator relationships?Watch the full episode here.“New Money With Spencer and Solo” is produced by CoinDesk. Our theme music is “Street Knowledge” by KC Carter. Art design is by Calaxy/CoinDesk. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Gamers have been familiar with online marketplaces and in-game currencies for years now. They've been exchanging fiat currencies for digital, in-game money, character skins, mods, all tools to enhance the gaming experience.Maybe that's why the gaming community is uniquely primed to take on crypto. Popular gaming experts Denver Moore, known as “That Denver Guy,” and Cole Rodey from The Rodey Bros join forces on this episode of “New Money” with Spencer Dinwiddie and Solo Ceesay to discuss the lifestyle, hustle and future of gaming. The two exchange stories of their triumphs and struggles throughout their streaming journeys and reveal their thoughts on crypto.Crypto and blockchain technology can bring new and much-needed opportunities for streamers to connect with their worldwide fanbase in unique ways. Is the global network of creators ready to embrace all that crypto offers?Watch the full episode here.“New Money With Spencer and Solo” is produced by CoinDesk. Our theme music is “Street Knowledge” by KC Carter. Art design is by Calaxy/CoinDesk.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Gamers have been familiar with online marketplaces and in-game currencies for years now. They've been exchanging fiat currencies for digital, in-game money, character skins, mods, all tools to enhance the gaming experience.Maybe that's why the gaming community is uniquely primed to take on crypto. Popular gaming experts Denver Moore, known as “That Denver Guy,” and Cole Rodey from The Rodey Bros join forces on this episode of “New Money” with Spencer Dinwiddie and Solo Ceesay to discuss the lifestyle, hustle and future of gaming. The two exchange stories of their triumphs and struggles throughout their streaming journeys and reveal their thoughts on crypto.Crypto and blockchain technology can bring new and much-needed opportunities for streamers to connect with their worldwide fanbase in unique ways. Is the global network of creators ready to embrace all that crypto offers?Watch the full episode here.“New Money With Spencer and Solo” is produced by CoinDesk. Our theme music is “Street Knowledge” by KC Carter. Art design is by Calaxy/CoinDesk.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Solo Ceesay is the Chief Operating Officer and Co-Founder of Calaxy, an open social marketplace for creators, by creators, that aims to reimagine the entertainment industry and the fundamental ways with which we all interact digitally. I met Solo, in person, at AfroTech Exec, where he spent a lot of time talking about how the met averse will change the game for influencers and marketers On this episode, we talk about determining the value of NFTs, what the metaverse will look like in 5 years, and how influencers can tokenize themselves for huge rewards. Follow Will Lucas on Instagram at @willlucas Learn more at AfroTech.com https://instagram.com/afro.tech Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com
Social media has given individuals new ways to connect with a global audience. These influencers are using that reach to inspire and encourage their followers.Joining “New Money” hosts Spencer Dinwiddie and Solo Ceesay are Naya Rose, basketball non-profit organizer and influencer; Jake Bain, LGBT advocate and football player; and Chef Hoppie, celebrity chef for pro athletes like the Cowboys' Ezekiel Elliott. Though each influencer's domain is very different from the others, they all share a similar goal: to use their social currency to inspire the next generation.The influencers each encourage their followers to “be yourself in your full capacity,” as Naya puts it, and to believe in their dreams. The guests lead by example and use their platforms to spread messages encouraging their followers to be their truest selves, no matter what. How can this kind of encouragement be improved by crypto and blockchain technology as the concept of peer-to-peer is taken to the next level?Watch the full episode here.“New Money With Spencer and Solo” is produced by CoinDesk. Our theme music is “Street Knowledge” by KC Carter. Art design is by Calaxy/CoinDesk.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Social media has given individuals new ways to connect with a global audience. These influencers are using that reach to inspire and encourage their followers.Joining “New Money” hosts Spencer Dinwiddie and Solo Ceesay are Naya Rose, basketball non-profit organizer and influencer; Jake Bain, LGBT advocate and football player; and Chef Hoppie, celebrity chef for pro athletes like the Cowboys' Ezekiel Elliot. Though each influencer's domain is very different from the others, they all share a similar goal: to use their social currency to inspire the next generation.The influencers each encourage their followers to “be yourself in your full capacity,” as Naya puts it, and to believe in their dreams. The guests lead by example and use their platforms to spread messages encouraging their followers to be their truest selves, no matter what. How can this kind of encouragement be improved by crypto and blockchain technology as the concept of peer-to-peer is taken to the next level?Watch the full episode here.“New Money With Spencer and Solo” is produced by CoinDesk. Our theme music is “Street Knowledge” by KC Carter. Art design is by Calaxy/CoinDesk.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
These lifestyle influencers reveal the secrets to making money through a phone.Joining “New Money” hosts Spencer Dinwiddie and Solo Ceesay are Kiara Nichole, Jourdan Riane, Yanna and Adrianna, four influencers who have hit it big on Instagram. From timing to lighting, these four know the ins and outs of creating the perfect social media post.Once the post is up, what next? How can influencers invest their money to best support their futures?Watch the full episode here.“New Money With Spencer and Solo” is produced by CoinDesk. Our theme music is “Street Knowledge” by KC Carter. Art design is by Calaxy/CoinDesk.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
These lifestyle influencers reveal the secrets to making money through a phone.Joining “New Money” hosts Spencer Dinwiddie and Solo Ceesay are Kiara Nichole, Jourdan Riane, Yanna and Adrianna, four influencers who have hit it big on Instagram. From timing to lighting, these four know the ins and outs of creating the perfect social media post.Once the post is up, what next? How can influencers invest their money to best support their futures?Watch the full episode here.“New Money With Spencer and Solo” is produced by CoinDesk. Our theme music is “Street Knowledge” by KC Carter. Art design is by Calaxy/CoinDesk.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Blockchain tech is enabling direct fan-to-artist relationships and can bring the power back to the artists.If you're a big artist signed to a big label, there's a high chance that label will have significant control over your music, production, tours, releases and more. R&B legend Mario knows this better than anyone because he's recently transitioned from a major label to working as an independent artist.Mario joins “New Money” hosts Spencer Dinwiddie and Solo Ceesay to pull the curtain back on the inner workings of the music industry, revealing the secrets of streaming, music rights and the problems that come with the centralization of music.Blockchain technology might just present a solution for artists. Mario envisions a future where a label or social media platform cannot limit or control the income of the creators. The question remains: How soon can artists expect this future?Instagram: @marioworldwideWatch the full episode here.“New Money With Spencer and Solo” is produced by CoinDesk. Our theme music is “Street Knowledge” by KC Carter. Art design is by Calaxy/CoinDesk.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Blockchain tech is enabling direct fan-to-artist relationships and can bring the power back to the artists.If you're a big artist signed to a big label, there's a high chance that label will have significant control over your music, production, tours, releases and more. R&B legend Mario knows this better than anyone because he's recently transitioned from a major label to working as an independent artist.Mario joins “New Money” hosts Spencer Dinwiddie and Solo Ceesay to pull the curtain back on the inner workings of the music industry, revealing the secrets of streaming, music rights and the problems that come with the centralization of music.Blockchain technology might just present a solution for artists. Mario envisions a future where a label or social media platform cannot limit or control the income of the creators. The question remains: How soon can artists expect this future?Instagram: @marioworldwideWatch the full episode here.“New Money With Spencer and Solo” is produced by CoinDesk. Our theme music is “Street Knowledge” by KC Carter. Art design is by Calaxy/Coindesk.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
“The value in my brand is a really high-quality product.”Austin Mills, a TV host for NBA Entertainment, joins “New Money” hosts Spencer Dinwiddie and Solo Ceesay to give viewers a backstage peek into the challenges and daily tasks of being a video content creator. Mills, a former Baylor University basketball player, is an extremely talented producer and has noticed significant payoff to improving the production quality in his content.Recognizing the unique value a personal brand presents can hugely improve content reach. Enhancing and advancing that content even further will improve the outcome.Outside of his production work, Mills has an interest in investments. He began investing in startups at the start of the COVID-19 pandemic and has been invested in bitcoin since 2016. Mills' strategy: “I like to risk, but I like to take safe risks.” Listen to learn more about Mills' interest in crypto and NFTs.Watch the full episode here.“New Money With Spencer and Solo” is produced by CoinDesk. Our theme music is “Street Knowledge” by KC Carter. Art design is by Calaxy/Coindesk. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
“The value in my brand is a really high-quality product.”Austin Mills, a TV host for NBA Entertainment, joins “New Money” hosts Spencer Dinwiddie and Solo Ceesay to give viewers a backstage peek into the challenges and daily tasks of being a video content creator. Mills, a former Baylor University basketball player, is an extremely talented producer and has noticed significant payoff to improving the production quality in his content.Recognizing the unique value a personal brand presents can hugely improve content reach. Enhancing and advancing that content even further will improve the outcome.Outside of his production work, Mills has an interest in investments. He began investing in startups at the start of the COVID-19 pandemic and has been invested in bitcoin since 2016. Mills' strategy: “I like to risk, but I like to take safe risks.” Listen to learn more about Mills' interest in crypto and NFTs.Watch the full episode here.“New Money With Spencer and Solo” is produced by CoinDesk. Our theme music is “Street Knowledge” by KC Carter. Art design is by Calaxy/Coindesk. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Twitter, Instagram, YouTube, TikTok: Which to Choose? With so many popular social media platforms today, content creators may feel lost in the sea of apps.Chaz Smith, Eric Struk and Chozus join “New Money” hosts Spencer Dinwiddie and Solo Ceesay to weigh in on the benefits and challenges of the many social media platforms. These influencers take a methodical approach to their content, homing in on their audience, branding and “it” factors. Each creator's unique talents are represented better by one platform or another, and identifying that selection is a key step towards success.Outside of gathering audiences on these platforms, Chaz, Eric and Chozus have identified a difference in the brand treatment received across platforms. There's a legacy respect embedded in YouTube that often results in higher payouts for creators.Listen to learn more about which platforms are best for creators at every stage of success.Watch the full episode here.“New Money With Spencer and Solo” is produced by CoinDesk. Our theme music is “Street Knowledge” by KC Carter. Art design is by Calaxy/Coindesk. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Twitter, Instagram, YouTube, TikTok: Which to Choose? With so many popular social media platforms today, content creators may feel lost in the sea of apps.Chaz Smith, Eric Struk and Chozus join “New Money” hosts Spencer Dinwiddie and Solo Ceesay to weigh in on the benefits and challenges of the many social media platforms. These influencers take a methodical approach to their content, homing in on their audience, branding and “it” factors. Each creator's unique talents are represented better by one platform or another, and identifying that selection is a key step towards success.Outside of gathering audiences on these platforms, Chaz, Eric and Chozus have identified a difference in the brand treatment received across platforms. There's a legacy respect embedded in YouTube that often results in higher payouts for creators.Listen to learn more about which platforms are best for creators at every stage of success.Watch the full episode here.“New Money With Spencer and Solo” is produced by CoinDesk. Our theme music is “Street Knowledge” by KC Carter. Art design is by Calaxy/Coindesk. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
There's no guidebook, no course for marketing in the social media age. Yet platforms like Facebook, TikTok and Instagram have proved to be fertile ground for marketing and presenting personality-first ad campaigns.Two influencers-turned-brand-founders Sabrina Sadeghian of the skincare-focused makeup brand 4AM SKIN, and Nicole Shiraz of Nalia Swim join “New Money” hosts Solo Ceesay and Spencer Dinwiddie to discuss how social media helped take their brands to the next level. The benefit of a social-first marketing strategy is that creators are empowered to showcase their work alongside their personal branding.Sabrina and Nicole both analyzed the market from the consumer's perspective prior to starting their businesses, which allowed them to identify and fill gaps in the market that the big brands had overlooked. Additionally, the two share the importance of recognizing and adapting to constantly changing trends to stay relevant in a saturated market.Watch the full episode here.“New Money With Spencer and Solo” is produced by CoinDesk. Our theme music is “Street Knowledge” by KC Carter. Art design is by Calaxy/CoinDesk. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
There's no guidebook, no course for marketing in the social media age. Yet platforms like Facebook, TikTok and Instagram have proved to be fertile ground for marketing and presenting personality-first ad campaigns.Two influencers-turned-brand-founders Sabrina Sadeghian of the skincare-focused makeup brand 4AM SKIN, and Nicole Shiraz of Nalia Swim join “New Money” hosts Solo Ceesay and Spencer Dinwiddie to discuss how social media helped take their brands to the next level. The benefit of a social-first marketing strategy is that creators are empowered to showcase their work alongside their personal branding.Sabrina and Nicole both analyzed the market from the consumer's perspective prior to starting their businesses, which allowed them to identify and fill gaps in the market that the big brands had overlooked. Additionally, the two share the importance of recognizing and adapting to constantly changing trends to stay relevant in a saturated market.Watch the full episode here.“New Money With Spencer and Solo” is produced by CoinDesk. Our theme music is “Street Knowledge” by KC Carter. Art design is by Calaxy/CoinDesk. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
The modern era of social media has created the new career path of the influencer. These individuals create online content to share with the masses – and brand collaborations are fruitful, too.This episode of “New Money” with Spencer Dinwiddie and Solo Ceesay features Chavah Grant, Yanira Pache and Samya Mohamed, three content creators intimately familiar with what it means to be an influencer. The three explain their hacks for the balancing act that is maintaining their personalities in their content while appealing to changing audiences and dynamic trends.Each influencer has to present their own unique qualities in order to present fresh perspectives in the saturated influencer market. Chavah, Ya Ya and Samya explain their content niches and preferred platforms. How can influencers remain genuine in an increasingly trend-focused social landscape?Watch the full episode here.“New Money With Spencer and Solo” is produced by CoinDesk. Our theme music is “Street Knowledge” by KC Carter. Art design is by Calaxy/CoinDesk.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
The modern era of social media has created the new career path of the influencer. These individuals create online content to share with the masses – and brand collaborations are fruitful, too.This episode of “New Money” with Spencer Dinwiddie and Solo Ceesay features Chavah Grant, Yanira Pache and Samya Mohamed, three content creators intimately familiar with what it means to be an influencer. The three explain their hacks for the balancing act that is maintaining their personalities in their content while appealing to changing audiences and dynamic trends.Each influencer has to present their own unique qualities in order to present fresh perspectives in the saturated influencer market. Chavah, Ya Ya and Samya explain their content niches and preferred platforms. How can influencers remain genuine in an increasingly trend-focused social landscape?“New Money With Spencer and Solo” is produced by CoinDesk. Our theme music is “Street Knowledge” by KC Carter. Art design is by Calaxy/CoinDesk.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
“All my life, I've gotten to where I've gotten to by doing things that other people wouldn't do … putting myself into situations that could make or break me.”Superstar Matt James is used to putting his head, heart and resources on the line, whether it's on romantic reality show “The Bachelor” or investing in crypto. A self-described risk-taker, James wasn't afraid to jump into the deep waters of crypto and start investing in bitcoin. Since his first investment, he's become an all-out Bitcoiner, as he sports the emblematic laser eyes and the all-important #Bitcoin callout in his bio.Matt James helps kick off the first installment of “New Money” with Spencer Dinwiddie and Solo Ceesay, CoinDesk's new series exploring the intersection of blockchain and social media in the modern age. In this episode, James reveals his journey in crypto and speculates on where blockchain technology could go next.Watch the full episode here.“New Money With Spencer and Solo” is produced by CoinDesk. Our theme music is “Street Knowledge” by KC Carter. Art design is by Calaxy/CoinDesk. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
“All my life, I've gotten to where I've gotten to by doing things that other people wouldn't do … putting myself into situations that could make or break me.”Superstar Matt James is used to putting his head, heart and resources on the line, whether it's on romantic reality show “The Bachelor” or investing in crypto. A self-described risk-taker, James wasn't afraid to jump into the deep waters of crypto and start investing in bitcoin. Since his first investment, he's become an all-out Bitcoiner, as he sports the emblematic laser eyes and the all-important #Bitcoin callout in his bio.Matt James helps kick off the first installment of “New Money” with Spencer Dinwiddie and Solo Ceesay, CoinDesk's new series exploring the intersection of blockchain and social media in the modern age. In this episode, James reveals his journey in crypto and speculates on where blockchain technology could go next.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
"New Money With Spencer and Solo" is a 12-episode series from CoinDesk. Hosted by Spencer Dinwiddie of the NBA and his business partner, Solo Ceesay, “New Money” explores what it means to be part of the new “creator economy.” In "New Money," we hear from pro athletes, celebrities and social media stars who are on the cutting edge of interacting directly with fans as they develop new ways to generate revenue from their own celebrity. Episode guests include Matt James (The Bachelor), R&B singer Mario, Foye Oluokun (Atlanta Falcons), Renee Montgomery (Atlanta Dream) and social media stars with a cumulative following of 30M+. The conversations are casual, fun and insightful, with topics that cover tech, celebrity, media and everything in betweenSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
When Facebook went down recently, many creators lost their ability to monetize their content — their livelihood — because of the outage. Could blockchain technology give creators an avenue to break the shackles of traditional social media? Today's guest, Solo Ceesay, is banking on it. As COO and Co-Founder at Calaxy, Solo and his team are empowering creators with a crypto-fueled content platform that is revolutionizing how creators can capitalize on their creativity — from where they congregate to how they get paid. In this episode, we discuss: The previously untapped utility blockchain can provide creators Why user experience lags far behind the technology when it comes to blockchain — and how Calaxy hope to change that The value NFTs can offer creators To ensure that you never miss an episode of Payments Innovation, subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or here and don't forget to check out our YouTube! Until next time! Listening on a desktop & can't see the links? Just search for Payments Innovation in your favorite podcast player
Guest ProfileName: Solo CeesayWhat They do: Solo Ceesay is the Chief Operating Officer and Co-Founder of Calaxy, an open social marketplace for creators, by creators that aims to reimagine the entertainment industry and the fundamental ways with which we all interact digitally. Company: CalaxyNoteworthy: Calaxy, an open social media marketplace populated and run by creators, has successfully raised $7.5 million in funding via private investments.https://finance.yahoo.com/news/calaxy-raises-7-5m-funding-155659526.html?guccounter=1&guce_referrer=aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cubGlua2VkaW4uY29tLw&guce_referrer_sig=AQAAAAqQCfBl8tf5Pnk3cDGf82XvElh4Nc1tKUrB4kr3xRG_MWdbjt4Hgf2pRd9DZpV-RIgBoq_W3zLRoHanp4RDA-qyinT8zMFYNCfXWA15HPrABQw6k9Ms4_XGP6RwJhw36C80k9qFY6f734IELb6ggMwMdSE-i4oNWU7Fpgk1GVB0BioSolo Ceesay is the Chief Operating Officer and Co-Founder of Calaxy, an open social marketplace for creators, by creators, that aims to reimagine the entertainment industry and the fundamental ways with which we all interact digitally. He secured a prestigious American education at Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania, held an impressive championship college football career, and worked in competitive positions in trading and banking, and was the first of his family to foray into Wall Street. Solo applied his Wall Street experience as a securitization expert when he served as an advisor for Spencer Dinwiddie when he became the NBA first player to tokenize and securitize his contract. He endeavored to create solutions for these demonstrated needs and trends by combining cryptocurrency, blockchain technology and social media into secure, monetizable data and revenue streams. He believes that creators from all walks of life need a platform to showcase and be paid for their art, while interacting with fans and followers in new ways. Betting on his vision, network, relentless work ethic and earned experience, Solo left Wall Street to develop his dream for a secure ecosystem built for creators by creators that revolutionizes content creation/sharing and the fan experience of each: Calaxy. You can find him online at Calaxy.com, or on Twitter at @SoloCeesay and Instagram at @solo.ceesay.Connect with Solo Ceesay! Website: https://www.calaxy.com/Twitter: https://twitter.com/SoloCeesayInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/solo.ceesay/Clubhouse: https://www.clubhouse.com/@soloceesayLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/solo-ceesay-9b2a258a/
Solo is a relentless, unwavering Black business leader who exited Wall Street to make his mark in the cryptocurrency revolution by launching Calaxy: a blockchain-backed, social media ecosystem that just closed $7.5M in funding from an array of high-level investors and A-list celebs that believe in his vision for a decentralized future. Website: https://www.calaxy.com Subscribe to Black Entrepreneur Experience Podcast mailing list to receive weekly updates and enter to win in our Monthly Drawinghttps://bit.ly/34LALts.You will receive exclusive content delivered right to your inbox. Also Connect on Facebookhttp://bit.ly/2jn5TaO
In this episode of CRYPTO 101, brought to you by StopSIMSwaps.com, we talk to Solo Ceesay of Calaxy about how various celebrities and influencers are using his app to dive into the world of crypto… and bringing their fans along for the ride. Sponsored link: https://stopsimswaps.com/ Guest Links: https://www.calaxy.com/ https://twitter.com/soloceesay https://twitter.com/CalaxyApp Show Links: https://CRYPTO101podcast.com Patreon: www.patreon.com/user?u=8429526 Twitter: https://twitter.com/Crypto101Pod https://twitter.com/BrycePaul101 https://twitter.com/PizzaMind https://instagram.com/crypto_101 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/101Crypto https://www.facebook.com/CRYPTO101Podcast **THIS IS NOT FINANCIAL OR LEGAL ADVICE** © Copyright 2021 Boardwalk Flock, LLC All Rights Reserved ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ Fog by DIZARO https://soundcloud.com/dizarofr Creative Commons — Attribution-NoDerivs 3.0 Unported — CC BY-ND 3.0 Free Download / Stream: http://bit.ly/Fog-DIZARO Music promoted by Audio Library https://youtu.be/lAfbjt_rmE8 ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
In this episode of CRYPTO 101, brought to you by StopSIMSwaps.com, we talk to Solo Ceesay of Calaxy about how various celebrities and influencers are using his app to dive into the world of crypto… and bringing their fans along for the ride. Sponsored link: https://stopsimswaps.com/ Guest Links: https://www.calaxy.com/ https://twitter.com/soloceesay https://twitter.com/CalaxyApp Show Links: https://CRYPTO101podcast.com Patreon: www.patreon.com/user?u=8429526 Twitter: https://twitter.com/Crypto101Pod https://twitter.com/BrycePaul101 https://twitter.com/PizzaMind https://instagram.com/crypto_101 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/101Crypto https://www.facebook.com/CRYPTO101Podcast **THIS IS NOT FINANCIAL OR LEGAL ADVICE** © Copyright 2021 Boardwalk Flock, LLC All Rights Reserved ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ Fog by DIZARO https://soundcloud.com/dizarofr Creative Commons — Attribution-NoDerivs 3.0 Unported — CC BY-ND 3.0 Free Download / Stream: http://bit.ly/Fog-DIZARO Music promoted by Audio Library https://youtu.be/lAfbjt_rmE8 ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬
Solo Ceesay, the CEO of Calaxy joins the podcast. Driven by a relentless work ethic and competitive spirit, Solo achieved success by doing what many struggle to do, pivot out of comfortability. He shares what it takes to catalyze change across business sectors and leave the security of one role to capitalize on emerging technologies and possibilities in another. Want access to subscriber-only episodes, Q&A, and ad-free listening? Become a subscriber Follow me on social for more inspiration: Instagram Facebook TikTok Twitter Join the private Facebook Group: Motivated Minds Start setting goals and achieving them: Schedule a one-on-one session Want to receive weekly episode recaps/detailed show notes and practical tips? Sign up for my weekly newsletter Want to be featured in a future episode? Leave a review here (even one sentence helps) Sponsors mentioned in this episode: HashDash Music by: Blaize Trulson
From his college football career at Penn to his time as a securitization expert on Wall Street, Solo has worked relentlessly to infuse greatness into every challenge and new venture he's ever taken on. He comes on to the podcast to talk about his latest venture, Calaxy, an open social marketplace for creators.
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Over the last year, numerous celebrities and athletes have gotten into crypto in some way. For example, some have announced plans to put part of their salary into Bitcoin. But Brooklyn Nets star Spencer Dinwiddie has been in the space for a lot longer, having held Bitcoin for several years. And, in addition to owning Bitcoin and other coins, he's also the co-founder of a new company called Calaxy, which aims to let fans buy tokens associated with their favorite stars. On this episode, we speak with Spencer as well as his co-founder Solo Ceesay about the world of creator tokens, and how various technologies, including crypto, are changing the relationship between fans and celebs.