From No Crypto to Know Crypto

Episode 217: Building Community and Companies Through Crypto Events With Moe Levin

Summary

 

Listen in to find the message on what to do to qualify for our drawings for 10 tickets to Wagmi Miami. Share and comment on the episode in Facebook, X, or directly on YouTube to be eligible. In this episode, Blockchain Wayne interviews Moe Levin, founder of the North American Bitcoin Conference and Wagmi Miami. They discuss the significance of crypto events in fostering community and innovation, Moe's journey into organizing events, the evolution of the crypto landscape, and what attendees can expect from Wagmi Miami. The conversation emphasizes the importance of in-person connections, the value of networking, and advice for newcomers to the crypto space.

 

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Takeaways

 

• Events are crucial for building community and connections in the crypto space.
• Moe Levin's journey began with a serendipitous encounter at a supply chain conference.
• The North American Bitcoin Conference has evolved significantly since its inception.
• Wagmi Miami aims to provide immense value to attendees through quality speakers and networking opportunities.
• In-person events facilitate connections that virtual meetings cannot replicate.
• Miami has become a hub for crypto innovation and events.
• The importance of concise and engaging presentations at conferences.
• Newcomers to crypto should start small and educate themselves before investing.
• Every industry has a blockchain application, and knowledge from other fields is valuable.
• User experience is key to mass adoption of crypto technologies.

 

Chapters

 

00:00 The Importance of Crypto Events

02:32 Moe Levin's Journey into Crypto Events

06:31 The Evolution of the Crypto Landscape

14:45 Wagmi Miami: What to Expect

25:13 Advice for the Crypto Curious

Episode 216: Building Ecosystems and Education For the Future of Web3 with Web3 Compass

Summary

 

In this episode, Blockchain Wayne interviews Artyom from Web3 Compass, discussing his journey into the Web3 space, the establishment of Blockstars, and the importance of education and advocacy through the Web3 Armenia Foundation. They explore the concept of Web3 as the next iteration of the internet, the challenges and opportunities in the current market, and the innovative search engine Web3 Compass that aims to index decentralized content. The conversation emphasizes the need for community building, education, and the fight against censorship in the evolving digital landscape.

 

Learn more about Web3 Compass: https://web3compass.net/ 

 

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Takeaways

 

• Artyom has a master's degree in cryptography and has been in Web3 since 2015.
• Blockstars is a leading Web3 development outsourcing company.
• Education is crucial for the growth of the Web3 ecosystem.
• Web3 Armenia Foundation focuses on lobbying, education, and investment support.
• The first bachelor's degree in Web3 is offered in Armenia.
• Web3 Compass aims to create a search engine for decentralized content.
• Censorship in the digital space is a significant concern.
• Building during bear markets leads to more meaningful projects.
• Community engagement is essential for Web3 adoption.
• Web3 will eventually be integrated into all companies, not just those labeled as Web3.

Chapters

 

00:00 Introduction to Web3 and Artyom's Background

02:54 Building Blockstars and Navigating Market Cycles

05:47 Web3 Armenia Foundation: Education and Advocacy

09:10 Web3 Compass: The Next Iteration of the Internet

12:00 Search Trends and User Engagement on Web3 Compass

14:49 Future Directions for Web3 Compass

17:50 Censorship, Privacy, and the Importance of Decentralization

21:12 Conclusion and Resources for Further Learning

Episode 215: Optimizing The DeFi Experience with Barter

Summary

In this episode, Blockchain Wayne interviews Nikita Ovchinnik, co-founder of Barter, discussing his journey into the crypto space, the role of Barter in the DeFi ecosystem, and the ongoing challenges and opportunities within decentralized finance. They explore the differences between centralized and decentralized exchanges, the importance of user experience, and the implications of Uniswap's new layer 2 solution.

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Takeaways

• Nikita has been in crypto since 2017, initially skeptical about its safety.
• Barter aims to provide a transparent and efficient trading experience in DeFi.
• Centralized exchanges pose significant risks, including hacks and market manipulation.
• User experience is a major barrier to DeFi adoption.
• DeFi has not yet reached its full potential, but progress is being made.
• Uniswap's new layer 2 could change the landscape for DeFi applications.
• Education is crucial for users to understand DeFi's benefits and risks.
• Barter focuses on empowering users through better trading solutions.
• The future of DeFi includes more efficient and user-friendly platforms.
• Transparency and trust are essential for the growth of DeFi.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Barter and Nikita's Background

05:56 Understanding Barter's Role in DeFi

10:27 Centralized vs. Decentralized Exchanges

14:59 The Future of DeFi and User Experience

21:25 Uniswap's New Layer 2 and Its Implications

Episode 214: Danei’s Story of Self-Discovery and Crypto Education

Summary

 

In this episode, Blockchain Wayne interviews Danei, an active-duty military veteran who shares her unique journey into the world of cryptocurrency. Danei discusses her initial reluctance to join the military, her eventual decision to enlist, and how her experiences in the Army led her to discover and invest in cryptocurrency. She emphasizes the importance of understanding money, doing thorough research, and the value of mentorship in navigating the crypto space. Danei also shares insights from her experience at the Messari Mainnet conference and offers advice for new investors looking to enter the cryptocurrency market.

 

Takeaways

 

• Danei joined the Army after realizing law wasn't her path.
• Her interest in cryptocurrency grew from a desire to understand money.
• Mentorship played a crucial role in her crypto education.
• She encourages others to start small and be consistent in investing.
• Danei believes in the importance of doing personal research.
• The military community has mixed reactions to cryptocurrency.
• She emphasizes the need to understand the basics of the technology behind crypto.
• Danei's experience at the Messari Mainnet conference was enlightening.
• She advocates for dollar-cost averaging as an investment strategy.
• Danei highlights the historical context of cryptocurrency's development.

Chapters

 

00:00 Introduction to Danei's Journey

02:53 From Military to Cryptocurrency Enthusiast

05:47 The Catalyst for Crypto Involvement

08:50 Learning and Mentorship in Crypto

12:00 Navigating Crypto Conversations in the Military

15:05 Understanding Money and Cryptocurrency

18:13 The Importance of Research and Education

21:07 Experiences at the Messari Mainnet Conference

24:12 Final Thoughts and Advice for New Investors

Episode 213: Merging Education and Gamification with Mighty To Drive User Adoption

Summary

 

In this episode, Blockchain Wayne interviews Artem from Mighty, discussing the intersection of education, gamification, and blockchain technology. Artem shares his journey as a serial entrepreneur and how his passion for education and gaming led to the creation of Mighty, a platform designed to make learning fun and engaging through gamification. They explore the challenges faced by Web3 gaming and the importance of intrinsic motivation in creating sustainable user engagement. The conversation highlights the innovative features of Mighty and its mission to revolutionize education in the Web3 space.

 

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Takeaways

 

• Artem is a serial entrepreneur with a passion for education.
• Gamification can make learning more engaging and fun.
• Web3 gaming faces challenges with user motivation.
• Intrinsic motivation is crucial for long-term engagement.
• Mighty combines education, blockchain, and gamification.
• The platform allows users to earn rewards while learning.
• Mighty offers a course constructor for user-generated content.
• Utility in NFTs is essential for their value.
• Web3 projects should focus on solving real-world problems.
• Thinking outside the box is key for Web3 founders.

Chapters

 

00:00 Introduction to Mighty and Background of Artem

05:53 The Importance of Gamification in Education

12:03 Web3 Gaming and Its Challenges

19:58 Mighty: A Gamified Learning Platform

27:14 Final Thoughts and Future of Web3 Education

Episode 212: Global Trends in Cryptocurrency Payment and Adoption with Pundi X

Summary

 

In this episode, Blockchain Wayne interviews Peko from Pundi X, discussing the evolution of cryptocurrency payments, the challenges faced in the U.S. market, and the global adoption of Pundi X's solutions. Peko shares insights on how Pundi X enables merchants to accept crypto payments seamlessly and the importance of education in driving adoption. The conversation also touches on the role of crypto in countries with economic challenges and the future of crypto infrastructure.

 

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Takeaways

 

Pundi X enables merchants to accept and sell cryptocurrency easily.

The transition from centralized to decentralized transactions is crucial for crypto adoption.

Education is key for merchants to understand and accept crypto payments.

Regulatory challenges in the U.S. hinder Pundi X's operations.

Countries with devaluing currencies show higher crypto adoption rates.

Pundi X's technology has evolved to support multiple cryptocurrencies and stablecoins.

The future of crypto adoption depends on infrastructure and regulatory clarity.

Merchants are becoming more knowledgeable about cryptocurrency over time.

Pundi X is pivoting towards enterprise-grade solutions for better compliance.

The role of traditional financial institutions is vital for crypto adoption. 

 

Chapters

 

00:00 Introduction to Pundi X and Its Journey

02:53 Understanding Pundi X's Current Model

05:57 The Evolution of Crypto Payments

08:51 Challenges in U.S. Market and Regulations

12:01 Global Adoption of Pundi X and Crypto Payments

15:04 The Role of Crypto in Economically Challenged Countries

18:00 Future of Crypto Adoption and Infrastructure

20:59 Pundi X's Initiatives and Future Directions

Episode 211: Token 2049 Singapore Insights With AK from Learnvault

Summary

 

In this conversation, Wayne Marcel and AK discuss their backgrounds in crypto, the importance of education, and the need for simplifying technology to achieve mass adoption. They explore emerging trends such as Real World Assets and decentralized infrastructure, the future of gaming in Web 3, and the critical issues of privacy and regulation in the crypto space. The discussion emphasizes the importance of networking and education in navigating the evolving landscape of cryptocurrency and blockchain technology.

 

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Takeaways

 

The world is increasingly recognizing the importance of crypto.

Access to financial systems is a global issue.

Education is crucial for helping others understand crypto.

The technology behind crypto is legitimate despite scams.

Mass adoption requires simplifying user interfaces.

Real World Assets (RWA) can revolutionize ownership.

Decentralized infrastructure is the future of connectivity.

Gaming is transitioning to Web 3 for better user control.

Privacy in crypto is a fundamental right that needs attention.

Networking at conferences can lead to significant career opportunities.

 

Chapters

 

00:00 Introduction and Background in Crypto

02:54 The Importance of Simplifying Technology for Mass Adoption

05:58 Emerging Trends: Real World Assets and Decentralized Infrastructure

08:47 The Future of Gaming and Web 3

11:54 Privacy and Regulation in Crypto

13:50 Final Thoughts and the Future of Crypto

Episode 210: How YOM is Revolutionizing Decentralized Cloud Gaming

Summary

 

In this episode, Blockchain Wayne interviews Jeff Outlaw, the CXO of Yom, a decentralized infrastructure provider for web3 gaming. Jeff shares his background in the gaming industry and how he transitioned into the blockchain space. They discuss the challenges of hosting immersive gaming experiences on centralized servers and the high costs associated with it. Yom provides a decentralized solution by leveraging gamers' idle computing power to create a distributed network. They also talk about the benefits for game developers, such as the ability to bypass restrictions on platforms like Steam and Apple, and the viral spread of games through simple links. The conversation concludes with a discussion on the future of web3 gaming and the potential for a 3D internet.

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Takeaways

 

Yom is a decentralized infrastructure provider for web3 gaming, offering a solution to the challenges of hosting immersive gaming experiences on centralized servers.

Yom leverages gamers' idle computing power to create a distributed network, allowing gamers to earn passive income by contributing their computing resources.

The benefits of Yom for game developers include the ability to bypass restrictions on platforms like Steam and Apple, and the viral spread of games through simple links.

Yom's decentralized network also solves the problem of latency in gaming, providing a fast and seamless gaming experience for players.

The future of web3 gaming holds the potential for a 3D internet, where social media, commerce, and other activities can take place in a 3D world.

 

Chapters

• 00:00 Introduction and Background
• 03:19 Yom: Decentralized Infrastructure for Web3 Gaming
• 07:34 Earning Passive Income with Yom's Distributed Network
• 09:21 Bypassing Restrictions and Enhancing Viral Spread with Yom
• 16:34 Solving the Latency Problem in Gaming with Yom
• 23:19 The Future of Web3 Gaming: A 3D Internet

Episode 209: How EVG Is Driving and Simplifying User Adoption through OpenSocial and More

Summary

 

In this episode, Blockchain Wayne interviews Allen Ng, the founder and CEO of EVG. They discuss the importance of consumer adoption in the crypto and Web3 space, as well as the role of user experience in driving adoption. Allen shares his background in Web2 and how it has influenced his approach to building in Web3. They also dive into the concept of OpenSocial, a project by EVG that aims to create a social layer embedded in various applications and verticals. Allen emphasizes the need for infrastructure improvements and user-friendly experiences to drive mass adoption.

 

Learn more about EVG: https://www.evg.co/ 

 

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Takeaways

 

• Consumer adoption is crucial for the success of crypto and Web3 projects.
• User experience plays a significant role in driving adoption, and infrastructure improvements have made it easier for users to navigate the space.
• OpenSocial, a project by EVG, aims to create a social layer embedded in various applications and verticals.
• The goal is to empower individuals and communities to launch, own, and monetize their own social platforms.
• The focus should be on creating user-friendly experiences that attract and retain users, rather than trying to compete with existing social media giants.

 

Chapters

 

00:00 Introduction and Background

03:06 The Importance of Consumer Adoption

06:15 The Role of User Experience

09:24 Introducing OpenSocial

19:08 Social as a Layer in Various Applications

25:03 Empowering Individuals and Communities

28:39 Creating User-Friendly Experiences

35:00 Wrap-up and Where to Find More Information

Episode 208: Bringing Transparency to Social Impact with Kindly

Summary

 

In this episode, Blockchain Wayne interviews Paul and Michael from Kindly, a platform that makes it easy for people to purchase, track, and verify measurable social impact. They discuss the importance of transparency in social good platforms and how Kindly is leveraging blockchain technology to track and measure impact. They also introduce the Uplift Web3 social impact event, where participants can purchase social impact and receive exclusive NFT passes and airdrops. The event aims to bring together Web3 projects and promote social good.

 

Learn more about Kindly: https://kindlyimpact.com/ 

Learn more about Uplift: https://upliftweb3.com/ 

 

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Takeaways

 

Kindly is a platform that focuses on making it easy for people to purchase, track, and verify measurable social impact.

They leverage blockchain technology to bring transparency to social good platforms and ensure that funds are used effectively.

The Uplift Web3 social impact event encourages participants to purchase social impact and offers exclusive NFT passes and airdrops.

Kindly aims to be a value-add to existing systems and promote social good across all 17 sustainable development goals.

 

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Background

04:22 Kindly: Bringing Transparency to Social Impact

10:24 Uplift Web3: Promoting Social Good in the Blockchain Space

16:08 Partnerships and the Future of Kindly

22:39 Final Thoughts and Call to Action