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- Haseeb Awan Of Efani And Bitaccess
Sim hacks, sim swaps, and other security problems deal a lot of damage to people's lives. Good thing Haseeb Awan of Efani and Bitaccess is ready to help out. Monika Proffitt talks to Haseeb about Bitcoin ATMs, phone security, and seamless transitions. Haseeb discusses why he built a service focused on data security and shares the plans he has in store for the future. Tune in for more great insights from Haseeb and Monika on building a new trust economy.
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23 min - Building An NFT For The Photography Community With Peter Hurley
NFTs are fast becoming an ubiquitous part of the digital economy. Once largely a digital art medium, NFTs are starting to encompass other art forms as well. Monika Proffitt takes a look at Shabangrs, an NFT that is focused on the photography community with some help from co-founder Peter Hurley. Peter takes us on a guided tour of the impetus that brought the project about, where the project is going, and why Peter thinks NFTs are great for photographers. Tune in to learn more about this revolutionary NFT project right here on The New Trust Economy.
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25 min - Empowering Communities In Uganda Using Microfinance With Clark Varin
Sub-Saharan Africa is one of the fastest-growing economic regions, but its people still experience major financial issues. Microfinancing is an effective tool that is being deployed to help people realize their potential. In this episode, Monika Proffitt delves into microloans and community building with international entrepreneur Clark Varin. Clark co-founded Muvule, a microfinance firm dedicated to empowering women and breaking the cycle of poverty in Uganda. Clark lets us in on how he became motivated to help the people of Uganda, how DLN can help people, and why sustainability is even more important now. Tune in to learn more about the changing world of Africa and how microfinance is helping facilitate that change.
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33 min - Navigating The Complexity Of The Commodities Space With Siddarth "Sid" Patil, Co-Founder And COO Of Comdex
Commodities is an industry of a massive scale and it’s here to stay. This is where Sid Patil finds his niche. Sid is the co-founder and COO of Comdex, a platform that focuses on enabling traders and investors to connect/trade assets from different block chains. Joining Monika Proffitt in this conversation, he shares how this system works and why he and his team chose to venture on this technology. Listen in and get immersed in the exciting world of commodities!
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32 min - The Future Of The World Economy: A Discussion On Decentralized Cryptocurrency With Joshua Scigala
With the world moving towards runaway inflation, even possibly hyperinflation, we need to take stock of the tools we have at our disposal. One of these is decentralized cryptocurrencies, and in this episode, we examine why we must take a closer look at these financial assets. Monika Proffitt sits down for an insightful interview with the co-founder of TheStandard, Joshua Scigala. Joshua and Monika look at the current state of affairs and delve into stablecoins, collateralized debt and the threat of hyperinflation, and how crypto can help. Tune in to learn more.
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39 min - The Empowering Decentralized System Of Cryptocurrency With Laura Wallendal
How does cryptocurrency empower the individual to choose? By giving the individual decentralized systems. In this episode, Monika Proffitt’s guest is Laura Wallendal, the General Manager at Thesis. Thesis is a cryptocurrency venture production studio that builds and launches projects in the crypto space. Join in the conversation and discover how cryptocurrency gives you immense power in your life. But with great power comes great responsibility. So how can you make crypto work for you? Tune in!
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29 min - The Future Of Crypto Trading Is Automated With Oleg Giberstein
Crypto trading doesn’t have to be a complicated process. In fact, with the right tools for the job, it can be as easy as snapping your fingers. In this episode, we learn more about automated tools that are making cryptocurrencies more accessible for beginners as Monika Proffitt interviews the CEO and co-founder of Coinrule, Oleg Giberstein. Oleg believes that trading tools need to be easy to use and understand, which is why he founded Coinrule to reach the dream of making trading easy, accessible and safe. Listen to Oleg share his insights on the crypto industry and why he believes automated trading is the way forward for many traders.
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27 min - Bringing IoT And Blockchain Together: A Glimpse Into The Future With Larry Pang of IoTeX
Blockchain and crypto isn’t usually associated with the Internet of things. IoTeX aims to change all of that with their vision of a borderless ecosystem. In this episode, Monika Proffitt sits down for an interview with Larry Pang, Head of Business Development at IoTeX as they talk about integrating the IoT with cryptocurrency and blockchain. Larry shares his insights on the current blockchain and crypto space and where he thinks it’s going. For more crypto and blockchain news and discussions, tune in today.
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49 min - Crypto Loans And New Financial Models With Michael Gasiorek
Crypto loans and other similar financial instruments are mostly uncharted territory for cryptocurrency. Headway is being made, however, with different iterations coming out. In this episode, Monika Proffitt interviews the head of growth for TrustToken, Michael Gasiorek and they discuss this exciting new product in the land of crypto. Listen in as Michael shares his insights on the growth of crypto loans, the rise of the DAO and why crypto and blockchain is the future of financial instruments. Tune in for more dynamic insights on the crypto and blockchain space here.
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47 min - Bringing The Power Of Cryptocurrency And Tokenization To Loans With Aaron Tilton, CEO Of SmartFi
While blockchains and cryptocurrency already have a multitude of use cases, here is another one that you may not have thought of: business loans. SmartFi is a company that specializes in powering loans using tokens. In this episode, we’ll learn how they got into this space. Host Monika Proffitt sits down for a discussion with SmartFi’s CEO and former Utah State Representative, Aaron Tildon, about this exciting new development in the crypto space. Aaron shares how SmartFi got its start and how they pivoted into the crypto market, plus the meaning of their mission statement: “Safety First, Speculation Second.” Learn more news and insights in the token and crypto space by tuning in.
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About The New Trust Economy
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Want to go beyond Blockchain as a technology industry buzzword and get beyond the technobabble? What is blockchain and what does cryptocurrency have to do with it? Why should we even care as…
citizens or entrepreneurs? The New Trust Economy podcast explores blockchain applications and how the tech is solving problems today, showing what is in use and what is possible, as well as highlighting the gaps in needs and opportunities. Look at blockchain through the lens of how it is broadening reach, value. and access for people, business and communication. Join hosts Blockchain 101 author and social entrepreneur, Monika Proffitt and Inc. Innovation columnist and Founder of Podetize, Tracy Hazzard as they provide a perspective for everyone who is new to the crypto and blockchain space on the whole blockchain technology, as well as go deep into issues such as decentralized disruption of power structures, marginalized cultures, women in tech and gender balance and having enough value-based advancement in the workforce. Learn and understand from industry experts as Monika and Tracy shed light on everyone and everything blockchain and crypto and make sure to break it down in terms of what this will mean to the future of business and our daily lives.Every week, Monika and Tracy will be highlighting blockchain influencers, innovators and the technology use cases as an opportunity to explore the disruptive forces, the new trust (or trust-less) economy and emerging philosophy heading to a more decentralized way of working and living. Plus you won’t want to miss discussions on innovation applications, applications built on blockchain or crypto, what needs to happen to implement, what’s not happening or what’s missing, what’s not working, what it’s like to be at this stage of disruptive technology, what can we do to make it sustainable for our businesses, and so much more.
Monika Proffitt is a social entrepreneur, speaker and writer working at the nexus of fintech, real estate, and social impact. She is the founder of Rise Housing, a real estate company that leverages blockchain technology to create access to equity for everyday investors while bringing liquidity to real estate asset owners. A practicing artist for many years, she formerly served as the Founding Executive Director of Starry Night Programs, providing a creative retreat center for artists and writers, in Truth or Consequences, New Mexico. Through this company, she was able to bring over a million dollars in investment to the economically depressed region of Sierra County, New Mexico. Monika has spoken at numerous universities and conferences in the US, Europe and Asia on topics ranging from sustainable business and social impact, to blockchain for social good, to the value of cultural capital in the appreciation of real estate. She has exhibited the artwork of hundreds of emerging artists, as well as her own, at international art fairs including Art Basel Miami, the Venice Biennale, Worldwide Los Angeles, and Frieze New York. Her new book, Blockchain 101: Fundamentals of a New Economy, is now available on Amazon.
Tracy Hazzard is a brand and product strategist for Hazz Design, and has ghost-designed, sourced, and launched 250+ consumer products generating more than $2 billion at ecommerce and mass market retailers. For over 25 years, she has worked with design-leading brands like Martha Stewart Living and Herman Miller to out-design, out-source, and out-profit the competition. Tracy is the co-inventor of 37 patents that have helped her clients get acquired and achieve high asset valuations. In addition to being an innovation columnist for Inc., she has been featured in Harvard Business Review, Forbes, Wired, and CNN Money. Tracy co-hosts the podcasts Product Launch Hazzards, Feed Your Brand, and WTFFF?! 3D Printing: The 3D Start Point for disruptive technology.