In this episode, I dive deep into two worlds that are being completely reshaped by technology: finance and Hollywood. First, I had an awesome conversation with Nick Cowan, the CEO of Valereum, where we talked about the future of tokenization, digital securities, and how blockchain is changing the entire financial landscape. Nick shared some wild stories about the Gibraltar Stock Exchange and its acquisition by Valereum, and explained why tokenized securities and digital assets are the next big thing. We also tackled the complexities of liquidity in these markets, how tokenization can reduce transaction costs by up to 90%, and why regulators are starting to take notice.

Then, I had the pleasure of chatting with my good friend Darren Darnborough, actor and co-founder of WeAudition, a platform that's shaking up the way actors audition by decentralizing the casting process. Darren and I got into how he’s supporting actors all over the world by creating a peer-to-peer network that allows them to connect and collaborate in ways that were never possible before. We also talked about why community is so important in today’s digital landscape, and how WeAudition is breaking down the traditional gatekeepers of Hollywood.

Whether you’re into finance or entertainment, this episode has something for everyone. You’ll get a front-row seat to the groundbreaking strategies driving the future of tokenization and the decentralized industries that are transforming the way we think about finance and entertainment. So, sit back and enjoy this one—it’s packed with killer insights from two guys who are truly ahead of the curve.

Timestamps:

• 00:00 – My thoughts on the state of crypto and what’s coming next
• 03:30 – Nick Cowan joins to talk about Valereum’s acquisition of the Gibraltar Stock Exchange
• 10:45 – How tokenization is slashing transaction costs and reducing risk in financial markets
• 18:20 – The liquidity challenge in tokenized assets and how to overcome it
• 25:00 – Darren Darnborough talks about WeAudition and how it’s disrupting the Hollywood casting process
• 32:45 – Building a decentralized network for actors and why it’s a game changer
• 38:15 – The power of community in today’s business world
• 44:10 – Final thoughts on the future of finance and entertainment

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