Introduction:
- Chris interviews Matt Fortnow, a computer scientist and mathematician.
- Matt's significant contributions to computational complexity theory.
- Professor of computer science at Georgia Institute of Technology.
- Awards and honors, including the Goddell Prize.Episode Highlights:
The podcast focuses on the incredible journeys of entrepreneurs and visionaries.
- Emphasis on determination, persistence, and resilience.
- Disclaimer: The show does not provide financial or trading advice, and it does not endorse specific cryptocurrencies or projects.
Matt's Background:
- Matt shares his journey from Carnegie Mellon University to working at a rap agency in New York.
- Transition to law school and becoming an entertainment lawyer.
- Involvement in the early days of the internet, fantasy sports, and the sale of their company to CBS Sportsline.
- Introduction to blockchain in 2015-2016 and deep involvement in NFTs from 2020.
NFT Handbook:
- Matt talks about his book, "The NFT Handbook," published by Wiley Publishing.
- Exploring the world of NFTs and the underlying technology.
- The book is available in 10 different languages.
Diving into Matt's Career:
- Matt shares his diverse career journey, including involvement in internet startups, film production, and blockchain.
- Highlighting the risks and rewards of embracing new technologies.
The Click Moment for Blockchain:
- Matt recalls when he first understood the potential of blockchain, particularly during his involvement with Game Credits around 2015.
Projects in the NFT Space:
- Overview of various NFT projects Matt has been involved in.
- Licensing the Three Stooges for NFTs, creating NFTs for viral videos, and working on projects with utility aspects.
- Highlighting the Monrogy's NFTs project with unique utility tied to a platform called Wholesome Fans.
Novelty in NFTs:
- Discussing interesting and lesser-known aspects of NFTs, such as projects tying NFTs to ownership of real racehorses (Silks).
- Fractionalization of NFTs related to physical objects, copyrights, and royalty streams.
- Legal considerations, including securities regulations, copyright ownership, privacy, and tax implications.
The Metaverse and Play-to-Earn Gaming:
- Matt expresses excitement about the potential of the metaverse and play-to-earn gaming.
- Mention of Axie Infinity and the challenges associated with widespread adoption of VR headsets.
Conclusion:
- Thanking Matt Fortnow for sharing his insights and experiences.
- Encouraging listeners to subscribe, share, and stay tuned for future episodes.
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