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This week on TezTalks Radio, Marissa Trew sits down with Mal, a multidisciplinary artist and disability justice advocate, to discuss their journey into the blockchain space and the Tezos community. Learn how Mal is using art and technology to drive inclusivity and create a more accessible future in blockchain.

🌟 Our special guest is Mal, blending creativity and advocacy to shape the Tezos ecosystem.

🔍 In this episode, we’ll explore:

Mal’s Blockchain Journey: - How a passion for disability justice brought Mal to the Tezos community.

Inclusivity in Blockchain: - Why empowering marginalized voices is essential for equitable digital spaces.

Art Meets Social Justice: - Discover how Mal uses art to navigate complex systems and personal experiences.

Community-Led Change: - The role of grassroots initiatives in fostering innovation and inclusivity within Tezos.

Looking Ahead: - How the intersection of art, technology, and advocacy is shaping blockchain’s future.

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This week on TezTalks Radio, Marissa Trew speaks with Sasha Stiles, poet and AI researcher, about the evolving relationship between art, technology, and creativity. From transhumanism to blockchain poetry, discover how AI is reshaping storytelling and the creative process.

🌟 Our special guest is Sasha Stiles, bridging art and AI in thought-provoking ways.

🔍 In this episode, we’ll explore:

AI in Creativity: - How AI tools are democratizing art and sparking new conversations about technology’s role in creativity.

Blockchain Poetry: - Discover how blockchain serves as a new medium for publishing poetry and fostering community through The Verse Verse.

Women in Tech: - Sasha reflects on the historical contributions of women in technology, highlighted in her poem We Were Computers First.

Philosophical Inquiry: - Explore the philosophical implications of AI in art and how it shapes our understanding of creativity and language.

Looking Ahead: - The future of storytelling in the digital age, where AI enhances, not replaces, creative expression.

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This week on TezTalks Radio, Marissa Trew chats with Jinyao Lin, co-founder of Akaswap, a green NFT trading platform built on Tezos. Discover how Akaswap is empowering artists in Asia and reshaping the NFT landscape with unique features and community-driven innovation.

🌟 Our special guest is Jinyao Lin, sharing his vision for localized NFT marketplaces and the future of digital art.

🔍 In this episode, we’ll explore:

The Akaswap Journey: - How Jinyao’s blockchain experience led to creating a user-friendly, localized platform for artists in Asia.

Innovative Features: - Learn about Akaswap’s gacha and voting systems designed to enhance user engagement.

Tezos & Beyond: - Discover why Akaswap chose Tezos for its eco-friendly and cost-effective solutions, and plans to integrate Etherlink for cross-chain possibilities.

The Future of NFTs: - Explore Jinyao’s vision for 2025, including more features, VR integration, and a growing global art community.

Empowering Artists: - How Akaswap is making NFTs accessible to everyone while fostering collaboration and creativity.

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This week on TezTalks Radio, Marissa Trew sits down with David Tng and Jivan Tulsiani of TZAPAC to unpack their 2024 milestones and lessons from the Fortify Labs program. They share insights on fostering innovation, adapting to trends, and scaling globally for 2025.

🌟 Our special guests are David Tng and Jivan Tulsiani from TZAPAC.

🔍 In this episode, we'll explore:

2024 Highlights: - TZAPAC’s achievements, community-driven initiatives, and bespoke startup support.

Fortify Labs’ Evolution: - How tailored mentorship and expertise are shaping startup success.

The Bigger Picture: - The impact of Asia’s Web3 trends, regulatory clarity, and physical events on adoption.

Looking to 2025: - TZAPAC’s goals for global expansion, local innovation, and simplified Web3 user experiences.

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Join us on TezTalks Radio as Marissa Trew chats with activist and photographer Victoria West about the Subjective NYC art fair and its influence on the Tezos art community. Explore community building, artist challenges, and the evolving Web3 art scene.

🌟 Our special guest is Victoria West, sharing her insights and experiences.

🔍 In this episode, we'll explore:

Subjective NYC's Impact: - How the art fair has strengthened the Tezos art community and fostered collaboration.

Community & Curation: - Why curating artists is about more than just the art; it's about building a connected community.

Monetization & Institutions: - The balancing act of earning in digital art and how institutions can uplift grassroots talent.

Art in 2024: - The post-pandemic shifts in artist connections and the need for entrepreneurial skills in today’s market.

Looking Forward: - Victoria’s upcoming projects and her vision for the future of art in the Web3 space.

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This week on TezTalks Radio, we’re excited to feature Om Malviya, co-founder of SuperLend and a key figure in the Tezos ecosystem. Join us as we explore his journey from Tezos India to co-founding SuperLend, and dive into the evolving world of decentralized finance on Tezos.

🌟 Our special guest is Om Malviya, sharing insights on the future of DeFi and how SuperLend is shaping the lending and borrowing markets.

🔍 In this episode, we'll explore:

Tezos’ Evolution: - Learn about Tezos' approach to blockchain governance and how it has evolved continuously over the years.

SuperLend's Vision: - Learn how SuperLend aims to aggregate lending and borrowing markets and why user engagement is key to DeFi protocols’ success.

Etherlink's Role: - Om discusses Etherlink, a layer 2 solution that enhances Tezos’ capabilities, and how it serves as a bridge for seamless integration.

Future of DeFi: - Hear about the enduring relevance of decentralized finance and the importance of composability and integration in DeFi’s next phase.

Building on EVM Familiarity: - Explore why building on user familiarity with Ethereum Virtual Machine (EVM) tools is essential for the future of DeFi on Tezos.

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This week on TezTalks Radio, we’re joined by Stan Kozyakov, co-founder of Renora, a non-custodial SaaS platform that makes crypto investing easy through automation. Stan shares how Renora went from a personal project to a startup that's simplifying investment strategies for the crypto space.

🌟 Our special guest is Stan Kozyakov, sharing his journey and insights on navigating the world of automated crypto investing.

🔍 In this episode, we'll explore:

The Origin of Renora - Discover how Renora started as a personal tool for automated crypto investing and quickly gained traction within Stan’s network.

Renora's Evolution: - Learn how the platform is addressing the needs of busy professionals with automated solutions and its plans to integrate yield protocols and selling strategies.

Market Trends: - Stan discusses the shifting dynamics between CeFi and DeFi, the impact of crypto winter on investor behavior, and the importance of Singapore as a digital asset hub.

Support from Fortify Labs: - Find out how Fortify Labs played a crucial role in Renora’s growth and development.

Advice for New Investors: - Hear Stan's tips on why education and hands-on experience are essential for anyone looking to engage with digital assets.

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This week on TezTalks Radio, we’re joined by Maria Belashova, Tezos Blockchain Manager at Everstake, to discuss the vital role of Everstake as a staking and validator service provider for Tezos and other blockchain networks.

🌟 Our special guest is Maria Belashova, sharing her insights on staking and the importance of security and decentralization.

🔍 In this episode, we'll explore:

What is Everstake? - Learn how Everstake supports Tezos through staking and validation services, providing competitive fees and transparent operations.

Benefits of Staking: - Discover how staking allows users to earn passive income, support the Tezos network, and participate in on-chain governance.

Tezos' Paris Upgrade: - Maria discusses the recent Paris upgrade and how it introduced new staking functionalities.

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Imran Haqeem, Deputy Head of Lab Strategy at TZ APAC, discusses Fortify Labs, a startup studio focused on turning startups into commercially viable businesses. The program provides high levels of support and expertise, extending the typical accelerator period to eight months. Imran highlights the importance of founder market fit, being mission-driven, and having the right kind of stubbornness. He also mentions the prevailing trends in the APAC Web3 market, such as gaming and applications for users. Imran shares success stories from Fortify Labs, future initiatives like Tezos Realms and the next cohort of Fortify Labs.

Takeaways
- Fortify Labs is a startup studio focused on turning startups into commercially viable businesses, providing high levels of support and expertise.
- Founder market fit, being mission-driven, and having the right kind of stubbornness are important qualities for founders.
- The APAC Web3 market is seeing a focus on gaming and applications for users.
- Success stories from Fortify Labs include Questflow and OCV Labs.
- Future initiatives include Tezos Realms and the next cohort of Fortify Labs.

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Join us for an enlightening conversation with Chelsea Chung, the dynamic VP of Marketing at World of Women. Chelsea's journey from corporate marketing to becoming a fervent supporter of decentralized finance during the transformative year of 2020 is nothing short of inspiring. She gives us an insider's view of how her initial curiosity led her to the burgeoning crypto space, sparked by her partner's expertise and a shared drive for financial autonomy.

We also explore the fascinating story behind World of Women (WOW), founded by artist Yam Kar-Kai and her friends, and their mission to amplify women's voices in the NFT space. Discover how WOW’s early successes and commitment to inclusivity align perfectly with the Tezos ecosystem, as they work together to promote environmental causes and support underrepresented artists. Chelsea shares the strategic vision that has made WOW a beacon for women and marginalized communities in the blockchain industry.