INATBA Podcast (S1: ReFi and Financial Inclusion; S2: Blockchain for the UN Charter - BC100+)

In this episode, we spoke with Mariana de la Roche, a member of the BC100+ Steering Committee. Mariana provided a comprehensive overview of BC100+'s remarkable journey so far, highlighting the achievements in 2023 and offering a sneak peek into the exciting plans for 2024. She delved into the diverse range of projects within the initiative, illustrating how blockchain is actively addressing critical sustainability challenges. Mariana also shared valuable insights on how to engage with BC100+ and be part of this global community committed to leveraging blockchain for sustainable development. Tune in to explore the world of blockchain and its role in shaping a more equitable and sustainable future.

In today's discussion, we delve deep into erable°'s innovative Circular Economy Product with their CEO, Vincent Katchavenda. erable° is at the forefront of financing circular economy businesses, and in this episode, we will uncover the key elements that set them apart. While erable° operates across various verticals and focuses, our attention today is squarely on their commitment to advancing circular economies.

Join us as we explore erable°'s groundbreaking initiatives, which include impact fund tokenization, carbon markets, and a mission-driven NFT marketplace that brings together numerous impactful projects on a single, user-friendly interface.

Hosted by Lorna Hutchman, Senior Marketing Manager at Blockchain.com.

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The third episode of the INATBA Podcast delves into the world of the Celo Foundation, a prominent organization that oversees the carbon-negative, mobile-first, permissionless Celo blockchain. The podcast explores how the Celo Foundation utilizes a fast and scalable Proof-of-Stake (PoS) consensus to achieve its shared mission of creating prosperity for everyone. Our guest is Xochitl Cazador, Head of Ecosystem Growth at Celo.

Host: Lisa Gibbons – Writer & Advisor at Blockleaders.io

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Welcome to the final episode of the podcast for 2023, brought to you by The Social Impact and Sustainability Working Group (SISWG) of INATBA.

Our featured guest for this episode is Manish Gadia, Head of Division at Vayana Emerging Tech Platforms Division. Together, we explore the intersection of technology and sustainability, discussing how innovative solutions can drive positive change across diverse sectors.

Hosted by Lorna Hutchman, Senior Marketing Manager at Blockchain.com.

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Yenna Tech lease excess lands from farmers and land owners for agricultural activities and finance the cost of operation, material and harvest from a community of investors. This results in increased daily income of local farmers while advising regenerative agriculture activities for food cultivation and fair share of the produce with the farmer/landowner who owns the land or a fixed amount on a yearly basis. Yenna Tech values the farming community. They allow land owners globally to borrow against their land by fractionalizing the land itself.

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In this captivating episode of the SISWG Podcast Series, hosted by Lisa Gibbons, we embark on an extraordinary journey alongside CTO Cristian Acuna from Agros. Discover how Agros is redefining the landscape of rural empowerment by seamlessly weaving blockchain technology into the fabric of agriculture. Through their pioneering use of blockchain, Agros empowers rural producers with a secure digital identity, enabling them to showcase their remarkable work to a global audience. Listen to firsthand accounts of how this innovative approach dismantles barriers, amplifies credibility, and propels rural communities onto the world stage. Join us as we unveil the remarkable fusion of tradition and innovation, spotlighting Agros' pivotal role in bridging the gap between rural producers and the digital economy.

Host: Lisa Gibbons – Writer & Advisor at Blockleaders.io

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In the second episode, we spoke with Gabriela Chang, CSO and Co-Founder of EthicHub, a platform to connect small agricultural producers with global lenders and direct buyers. EthicHub is a passionate and ambitious project with a focus on financial inclusion. They truly understand what it is like for farmers on the ground and Gabriela gave us some insights into what it is like to be part of a growing, impactful ecosystem.

Host: Lisa Gibbons – Writer & Advisor at Blockleaders.io

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In this episode, we spoke with David Wood, Founder of Wadappt a blockchain-based smart contract platform that uses innovative financing techniques to allocate substantial amounts of capital directly into conservation efforts in Africa. We explore various biodiversity projects that Wadappt is currently supporting.

Host: Lorna Hutchman — Senior Marketing Manager at Blockchain.com, INATBA Member

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