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GlitchwireSui’s Trillion Dollar Opportunity: Adeniyi Abiodun, co-founder & CPO, Mysten LabsAdeniyi Abiodun, co-founder and CPO of Mysten Labs, returns to Glitchwire to give us a dive deep into the evolution of the Sui blockchain and its ambitions to build a better internet.In this catchup episode, Adeniyi shares key milestones since Sui’s mainnet launch in May 2023, including its rapid developer adoption and groundbreaking innovations like ZK Login and Enoki, which streamline blockchain access for Web2 users.The conversation explores Sui’s vision as a global coordination layer, its competitive stance against traditional tech giants versus other L1 blockchains, and the crucial role of a seam...2025-02-121h 15

GlitchwireWallets, Abstraction and the Road to Adoption: Leonard Tan, CTO & co-founder, Web3AuthLeonard Tan, CTO and co-founder of Web3Auth, shares his journey from a career in finance to programming and the creation of Web3Auth – a pluggable wallet infrastructure for Web3 wallets and applications. Leonard discusses the role of social logins in bridging Web2 and Web3, the evolution of digital identity, and the challenges of balancing user experience with security. He also talks about the importance of user feedback in shaping solutions for the crypto space and Web3Auth’s focus on SDK development and enterprise applications. We explore: The early days of Web3Auth. How s...2024-12-1238 min

GlitchwireSynthetic Dollars at Multi-Billion Dollar Scale: Guy Young, Founder, Ethena LabsIn this episode, Marissa Trew interviews Guy Young, the founder of Ethena Labs, to unpack the protocol’s meteoric rise and its impact on the synthetic dollar landscape. Ethena, a synthetic dollar protocol built on Ethereum, took the crypto industry by storm in 2024, rapidly accumulating over $3.5 billion in total value locked (TVL) within the first few months since its launch. Guy shares his journey from traditional finance to crypto and explains how Ethena distinguishes itself from fiat-backed stablecoins with its decentralized, high-yield approach. They discuss Ethena's associated risks, its target customer, and how the protocol na...2024-11-2136 min

GlitchwireThe Unification Layer of Web3: Anurag Arjun, co-founder, AvailIn this episode, Marissa Trew speaks with Anurag Arjun, the co-founder of Avail, described as the “unification layer of web3”. Anurag was arguably one of the pioneers of the L2 movement as co-founder and chief product officer of Polygon, the Ethereum layer 2. In this interview, Anurag shares his path into the crypto space, his thesis on L2s and rollup frameworks, and why he believes the industry must embrace modularity and interoperability to unlock its full potential. Anurag describes how Avail aims to bridge this gap as a "unification layer," and how modularity gives deve...2024-11-0650 min

GlitchwireCrypto Dollars and the Future of Money: Luca Prosperi, co-founder, M^0Marissa Trew interviews Luca Prosperi, CEO and co-founder of M^0, an on-chain protocol powering the first open federation of crypto dollar issuers through interoperable money middleware. Learn how M^0 is on a mission to revolutionize digital money creation by introducing unparalleled transparency and efficiency. Drawing from his 20 years in banking, Luca challenges the conventional narrative that traditional finance is broken, but simply slow to innovate. Get insights into why the stablecoin market is still in its infancy, te hidden risks lurking beneath their surface, and their pivotal role in shaping our financial future. ...2024-10-041h 00

GlitchwireDecoding DePIN: Scott Sigel, COO, Helium FoundationIn this episode, we dive into the world of Decentralized Physical Infrastructure Networks (DePIN) with the Helium Foundation's COO, Scott Sigel. Scott breaks down the concept of DePIN and its transformative potential in merging blockchain with physical networks. We discuss how Helium is blazing this trail by overcoming the limitations of traditional infrastructure networks, offering real-world utility in IoT applications like flood detection, air quality monitoring, and asset tracking. Scott also explains how Helium’s community-driven approach, powered by Solana, sets it apart, and how DePIN is poised to bridge the gap between blockchain and gl...2024-08-2054 min

GlitchwireMaking Blockchain Mainstream: Azeem Khan, Co-founder, MorphAzeem Khan, co-founder of Morph, shares his insights on the challenges and opportunities of blockchain L2s, emphasising the need for differentiation, understanding cultural nuances, and building region-specific solutions. Key highlights include: The "main character syndrome" of infra providers The underestimation of soft skills in crypto Why we struggle to convert developers and users to blockchain The potential of women as underestimated end users Escaping the web3 echo chamber The next wave of brand endorsements Avoiding the fate of crypto peaking too early Azeem calls for a shift from vanity metrics to genuine developer support...2024-08-0555 min

GlitchwireWorldcoin – Preserving Humanity On-Chain: Steven Smith, Head of Protocol, Tools for HumanityStephen Smith, Head of Protocol at Tools for Humanity takes us deep into the development of WorldChain, a blockchain designed to protect our digital personhood in an era dominated by AI. Steven explains how WorldChain harnesses blockchain to prioritize human-verified transactions over automated bots, how the iris-scanning orbs that emerged around the world work to protect our privacy, not invade it, and what to expect from WorldChain's ambitious roadmap in the coming months.2024-07-1538 min

GlitchwirePiecing Together the Modular Movement: Rushi Manche, co-founder, Movement LabsThis episode, we speak to Rushi Manche, the co-founder of Movement Labs – a team that aims to accelerate the growth and adoption of the Move programming language in blockchain development. Rushi shares his sharp takes on the limitations of Ethereum's virtual machine, why security has been a critical, but overlooked element of blockchain development, and how the Move VM addresses that vulnerability. He also gives his take on the evolution of blockchain frameworks, from monolithic to modular to integrated, and why he believes Move lies at the epicentre of it all. Plus, hot take...2024-06-1849 min

GlitchwireRedefining Capitalism in Web3: Yat Siu, Executive Chairman, Animoca BrandsYat Siu, the founder and chairman of Animoca Brands, delves into the transformative potential of digital property rights and Web3 for reshaping capitalism into a more equitable system. Reflecting on his upbringing in a divided Europe and his extensive experience in the tech industry, Yat shares how these experiences have shaped his understanding of capitalism's evolution and its shortcomings. The episode also explores the technical and societal challenges of Web3 and blockchain technology, including the balance between individualism and collective benefits, and the importance of transparency in promoting ethical behaviour. Yat also builds the...2024-04-231h 06

GlitchwireLevelling Up Blockchain Gaming: Beryl Li, Co-founder, Yield Guild GamesHost Marissa Trew speaks to Beryl Li, the co-founder of Yield Guild Games – the world’s first and biggest web3 gaming guild that focuses on building community, game discovery and developing vital web3 skills. Starting with Axie Infinity, YGG has expanded its reach to encompass 80 other game titles, attracting a diverse community of gamers, influencers, moderators, and managers. Beryl talks us through the origin and mission behind YGG, being: fostering community, discovering new games, and nurturing Web3 talent. YGG aims to bridge the tech gap in emerging economies by providing access to Web3 gaming and upskilling community memb...2024-04-0348 min

GlitchwireInnovating in a Regulated World: Sean Lee, senior advisor, Crypto Council for InnovationSean Lee is the ex-CEO of Algorand and currently serves as a Senior Advisor for the Crypto Council for Innovation. In this episode, he discusses his experience leading the foundation of a prominent layer one blockchain and the critical importance of a community-driven governance model. We also explore the roles and relationship between innovators and regulators, Asia's distinct advantage, and predictions for the year ahead. Key takeaways: Key takeaways from this episode include: How education and collaboration are essential for both regulators and innovators, as they navigate the complexities of the crypto industry ...2024-03-181h 15

GlitchwireAptos and the Next Billion Users: Avery Ching, CTO, Aptos LabsAptos launched its mainnet in October 2022, raised over $350 million in funding and has a current market cap of almost $3 billion. In this episode, we speak to Avery Ching, the CTO and co-founder of Aptos Labs about his vision of building Aptos as a general-purpose blockchain for the next billion users, its integration with AI, the oncoming wave of blockchain modularity, and the deeper challenges surrounding regulation. We discuss: The real vision of web3 being interoperable Integrating blockchain into the ‘new internet’ and the role of modularity How do we move end users from speculating on crypto to a...2024-02-281h 12

The Creative BlockThe 2024 Guide to Emerging Tech Report w Glitchwire's Marissa TrewReally loved my conversation with Marissa Trew, Director of Engagement in the Emerging Sector at Blokhaus, a cutting-edge emerging tech marketing agency. As the producer and host of Glitchwire, a dynamic podcast and media platform, Marissa is a prominent figure in the emerging tech realm. Since 2016, she has made her mark as a skilled host, moderator, and emcee, captivating audiences at prestigious events like SXSW, VidCon, NFT Paris, and NFT.NYC. Specializing in web3, AI, gaming, and more, Marissa's expertise shines through her curated interviews and conference programming. Notably, she spearheaded the curation and hosting of blockchain art-related conference...2024-02-2643 min

GlitchwireThe Future of Blockchain Gaming: Leah Callon-Butler, Director, EmfarsisLeah Callon-Butler is the director of Emfarsis, a Coindesk columnist and a board member of the Blockchain Game Alliance (BGA). Needless to say, her expertise in the web3 gaming space is unparalleled. Following the release of the 2023 BGA Industry Report, we ran through the key findings and what they mean for the road ahead. On this episode, we cover: Key findings from the 2023 BGA industry report Why is everyone so resistant to financialised gaming? What sets the APAC web3 gaming market apart Finding the balance between web2 and web3 Making bets on the year to come 2023-12-191h 06

GlitchwireBears Are For Building Brands: Devon Ferreira, former CMO, Immutable & AvalancheDevon Ferreira is a seasoned marketer, working across global brands like Oakley and Disney, before acting as CMO to major web3 institutions, Avalanche and Immutable. In this interview, he relays the lessons he's learned throughout the course of his web2 + web3 career. He explains why web3 marketing is not fundamentally different to traditional marketing. The criticality of human psychology. Why web3 marketing needs to change. And what brands need to do to strengthen their position as the market recovers.2023-10-251h 03

GlitchwireSui, The Next-Generation Layer 1: Adeniyi Abiodun, co-founder & CPO, Mysten LabsBorn out of the Meta Diem project and the creation of the Move programme language, the Sui blockchain currently boasts over $300m in venture funding with a valuation in excess of $2b since its mainnet launch in May 2023, attracting the eye of many investors, developers and users alike. In this interview, co-founder and CPO of Mysten Labs, Adeniyi Abiodun shares: How Sui overcomes the limitations of first-generation layer one blockchains Why the 'blockchain trilemma' is table stakes and mass adoption requires more than security, scalability and decentralisation Why Adeniyi does not consider other blockchains to be...2023-10-231h 05

GlitchwireThe Future of Media is Tokenised: Alejandro Navia, CEO, now mediaWith the growing prevalence of fake news and AI-generated images that are capable of deceiving even the most scrutinising eye, how do we discern truth in this digital age? Alejandro Navia, CEO and co-founder of now media, proposes that the answer lies in tokenised media. In this episode, Alejandro outlines how blockchain technology can be used to verify information, protect creators, and act as the medium through which storytelling is preserved online. Beyond the tech, this conversation explores wellbeing and spirituality in web3, the plight of the thought leader, and the importance of authenticity in our shared...2023-10-191h 20

GlitchwireThe OS of AI: William Falcon, CEO, Lightning AIOn this episode, we are joined by William Falcon, the founder and CEO of Lightning AI – an open-source Python library that provides a high-level interface for popular deep learning framework PyTorch. Described as the "operating system" for AI, Lightning AI has enabled developers to train, deploy, and ship AI products at rapid pace. Throughout this conversation, William shares how his experience in the military, and how academia informs his approach to building and running what he describes as "the Mac of AI". We also delve into the regulatory and ethical challenges that surround the open-source vs. closed AI debate, th...2023-10-0258 min

GlitchwirePixels to Prophecies: Sterling CrispinMeet the brilliant Sterling Crispin, a conceptual artist and software engineer whose work explores “computational beauty of nature, and our conflicting cultural narratives about the apocalypse”. In this episode, we dig into how Sterling marries these seemingly disparate worlds through his works – across art, code, blockchain, AI and finance – to explore the countless ways our collective futures might unfold. 2023-10-0256 min

GlitchwireDiplomacy to Decentralisation: Trevor Traina, CEO, KresusThis episode, we are joined by entrepreneur and philanthropist, Trevor Traina. His latest venture is Kresus – a new crypto wallet “super app" designed to onboard the masses in a "goof proof" way. In this interview, we discuss the role crypto wallets play as the first layer of interaction between people and the blockchain, and how it just might be the way we onboard mainstream users. We also discuss how Trevor's political background influences his outlook on the web3 industry at large, and what needs to happen on the regulatory front to ease this technology's path to mass adoption. 2023-10-0246 min

GlitchwireFrom Astrophysics to AI: Victoria Weller, chief of staff, ElevenLabsIn this episode, we speak to Victoria Weller, the chief of staff at Eleven Labs – a generative voice AI company that promises to transform audio and content creation. An astrophysicist by qualification, Victoria has delved into the world of advanced science, journalism and big data, before stepping into the cutting-edge realm of artificial intelligence. In this episode, Victoria shares the attitudes and mindsets have influenced her approach to work, and how she interprets the opportunities and risks AI presents, the necessary scepticism and what would quell our anxieties.2023-10-0249 min

GlitchwireNext-Gen Gaming: Robby Yung, CEO, Animoca BrandsOn this episode, we sit down with Robby Yung, the CEO of Animoca Brands – a game software and VC company that has been pivotal in priming the gaming industry for web3 and what we commonly refer to as 'the metaverse'. In this interview, we explore the principles of digital ownership, web3 and the road to mass adoption, the resistance we encounter along the way, as well as insight into Asia's approach and attitude towards blockchain technology in the long run.2023-10-021h 04

The Creative BlockBlokhaus' Creative Director, Jenny MauricIn this episode of The Creative Block I chat with Jenny Mauric, the brilliant Creative Director behind Blokhaus. Blokhaus is a brand incubator and product lab that thrives on Web3 and emerging technologies. This cutting-edge agency specializes in guiding brands through the dynamic landscape of today’s ever-changing market. Jenny shares her transition from the traditional ad world to her current passion in Web3 with Blokhaus. As the creative director, she offers a glimpse into the realm of developing brands and properties that constantly push the boundaries of gaming, exhibitions, interactive experiences and beyond. Be sure to ch...2023-06-0339 min

CMO ChatsCMO Chats | Mark Soares, CMO and Founder of BlokhausMark Soares, CMO and Founder of Blokhaus, talks to The Ortus Club’s Marcella Tortora about their focus on providing marketing services for emerging tech companies in the decentralized and blockchain space, highlighting their successful campaigns, challenges in a rapidly evolving ecosystem, and the integration of sustainability into their strategies. The Ortus Club promotes knowledge-sharing on a global scale, and we take it further by interviewing leaders of established organisations. CMO Chats focuses on tackling relevant industry issues, the importance of insightful discussions, and hearing career advices from these leaders. ...2023-05-3111 min

OOO - A Web3 Marketing Podcast#18 The Web3 Marketing Playbook: Strategies for Success in a Decentralized World with Mark Soares & Carolyn Rogers (Blokhaus)Hello everyone! Spoiler alert: marketing for blockchain projects can be creative! Wonder how? Tune into today’s episode, featuring Mark Soares, Founder and CMO of Blokhaus and Carolyn Rogers, Head of Marketing from Blokhaus, talking about anything and everything blockchain marketing: 👩‍💻 From challenges for professionals in the space 📱 Choosing the right agency 💵 Blockchain for B2B 🖥️ Using AI in their work 🚀 Doing marketing for blockchain projects + all of those 17 questions you dropped on the LinkedIn comments section and wanted an an...2023-04-261h 03 $Blockchain Won\'t Save the World$ Blockchain Won't Save the WorldS3E11: 'Full Stack' Marketing for Web3 w. Mark & Carolyn from Blokhaus.Marketing Blockchains AND Blockchains for Marketeers! The emergence of Web3 requires new marketing skills and brings new tools for marketeers. Join us for a marketing masterclass from the team at Blokhaus.Web3 isn't just cringey crypto parties and expensive stadium sponsorships. Ecosystems and network effects are critical to sustain decentralised communities, and like it or not, that means customers, developers, VCs, apps and infrastructure providers need to find each other. There are also cringey parties, and we'll be talking about those too!In this LinkedIn Live session, we discuss:- What is a 'full stack' Web3 marketing agency- The difference...2023-04-151h 00

Web3 w/ MeThe Power of Art x TechnologyMy guest today is Mark Soares, CMO and Founder of Blokhaus, marketing agency and product lab built for whats next. Prior to blokhaus, Mark spent 8 years at Nikon. His entire professional career has been an exploration of art and technology through the lens of both engineers and consumers. We discuss the commonalities between cameras and blockchain, the unique way Mark built blokhaus to align incentives with brands, and how to avoid an engagement ponzi. Most exciting about this episode is today Mark is launching a brand new gaming studio Gojira Labs. It will use a unique technology called animatronic...2023-04-111h 03

Web3 CMO StoriesS2 E42 How Blockchain Technology Can Transform Marketing and Entrepreneurship – with Mark SoaresSend us a textOur guest today is Mark Soares. He is the founder of Blokhaus Inc, a Marketing & Communications agency in Web3 and Blockchain. Prior to founding Blokhaus, Mark was responsible for Marketing & Communications at a global consumer electronics company. Upon discovering Bitcoin in 2015, he passionately championed blockchain as a transformative technology that can better connect people and help reimagine how value is exchanged in the new digital economy. Mark is also a member of Cointelegraph's Innovation Circle, a contributor at Rolling Stone, and has been featured on several speaking panels for NFT/Web3-c...2023-04-0729 min

Weld Recruiting: Blockchain IRLEpisode 3: Carolyn RogersBlockchain IRL Podcast hosted by Matthew McSpadden is sponsored by WELD Recruiting: A Nashville-Based IT Recruiting Firm. Carolyn Rogers is our guest this week. She works at blokhaus.io which is a marketing agency and product lab born in Web3, with a focus on emerging tech. We know how to talk about it, build on it and help brands use it to stay relevant in an ever-changing world. Blokhaus just released their guide to web3, and you can find it here. https://web3report.blokhaus.io/ Weld recruiting has the crypto recruiters you need...2023-02-2223 min

Floor is RisingMark Soares - Tezos NFT ecosystem post Hic Et Nunc "incident"FIR with Mark SoaresOn today’s episode of the ‘Floor Is Rising’, hosts Sabre Tooth (Professional NFT Collector) and Kizu (A Professional Art Critic) talk with guest Mark Soares, CMO/Founder at Blokhaus, a Marketing Agency, associated with the Tezos Blockchain, discusses NFTs and Tezos.Episode Highlights01:19 – Mark shares the story of how he became aware of NFTs.04:40 – Around April, and May 2021, it started taking off in terms of people's realization that there's a carbon footprint to Ethereum.06:38 - After Hic et Nunc took off In May 2021 they started looking at opportunities with institution...2022-05-0934 min

The NiFTy ChicksTezos Powering the Web3 Revolution with Carolyn Rogers, BlockhausTezos Powering the Web3 Revolution with Carolyn Rogers, Blockhaus In this episode, we’ll chat with the Head of Marketing at Blokhaus, Carolyn Rogers. Her focus is on Tezos, a sustainable, proof-of-stake blockchain with a rapidly growing ecosystem of applications. Full show notes: TheNiFTyChicks.io/50 SUBSCRIBE, RATE, & REVIEW: Podcasts: https://theniftychicks.io/itunesSpotify: https://theniftychicks.io/spotifyGoogle: https://theniftychicks.io/GooglePlayYouTube: https://theniftychicks.io/YouTube FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA: Website: theniftychicks.ioTwitter: @TheNiftyChicks https://twitter.com/TheNiftyChicksTwi...2022-05-0626 min

Purple Sector: F1 PodcastEp277 - The Inside Man | Reid Yager InterviewWe have a very special episode of Purple Sector today as we not only preview the Mexican Grand Prix this weekend, but we also hop on the phone with Reid Yager who was a corporate guest of McLaren in the paddock club at Austin. First and foremost, Mut and RyGuy breakdown the very fun video that F1 finally posted of the free throw contest at the United States Grand Prix. Some drivers definitely surprised us with the quality of their shooting, and others downright disappointed. There is also some great news to get into as we discuss the WWE providing...2021-11-041h 13

The Bad Crypto PodcastLive from SXSW at The BlokhausAustin, Texas has a reputation for being weird, and it’s about to get even weirder because Travis and I have arrived. We’re live on location at the Blokhaus, a venue where blockchain leaders are imagining the future together. In the news we’ll share what some fool said on Bloomberg, and you’ll discover a way to heat your home and mine bitcoin. You’ll meet Charles Bell, one of the top blockchain designers in the world, and we’ll have a sitdown with Chris Snook, the founder of The World Tokenomic Forum and this ver...2018-03-1245 min