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This episode features Reffo, co-founder of Puffpaw, a project blending vaping with blockchain technology to create a "vape-to-earn" model that helps users monitor nicotine intake and incentivizes quitting through rewards. Reffo discusses Puffpaw's smart vaporizers, which track puff count and nicotine levels via a Bluetooth-connected app, promoting healthier habits and community engagement. The conversation covers Puffpaw's team expertise, their choice to build on Berachain, and their $6 million seed round. Reffo also shares insights on fundraising and the potential impact of Puffpaw’s health data on vaping research, emphasizing user privacy and control.
Timestamps:
00:00 - Introduction
00:26 - The Problem with Current Vaping Practices
02:00 - Founders' Background and Inspiration
04:00 - Overview of Genesis Pods and Smart Vape
05:30 - Features of the Smart Vape Device
08:00 - Social Engagement and Gamification
10:00 - Challenges in the Vape Industry
11:00 - Token Utility and Revenue Model
14:00 - Health Data and Research Opportunities
17:00 - Advertising Potential on Vape Screens
19:00 - Building on Berachain
22:00 - Fundraising Experience and Investor Reactions
25:00 - Advice for First Movers in Fundraising
28:00 - The Role of Angel Investors
30:00 - Closing Thoughts and Invitation for Discussion
Disclaimer: The hosts and the firms they represent may hold stakes in the companies mentioned in this podcast. None of this is financial advice.
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Follow Building in Public Podcast: https://x.com/builtnpublicpod
This episode features Reffo, co-founder of Puffpaw, a project blending vaping with blockchain technology to create a "vape-to-earn" model that helps users monitor nicotine intake and incentivizes quitting through rewards. Reffo discusses Puffpaw's smart vaporizers, which track puff count and nicotine levels via a Bluetooth-connected app, promoting healthier habits and community engagement. The conversation covers Puffpaw's team expertise, their choice to build on Berachain, and their $6 million seed round. Reffo also shares insights on fundraising and the potential impact of Puffpaw’s health data on vaping research, emphasizing user privacy and control.
Timestamps:
00:00 - Introduction
00:26 - The Problem with Current Vaping Practices
02:00 - Founders' Background and Inspiration
04:00 - Overview of Genesis Pods and Smart Vape
05:30 - Features of the Smart Vape Device
08:00 - Social Engagement and Gamification
10:00 - Challenges in the Vape Industry
11:00 - Token Utility and Revenue Model
14:00 - Health Data and Research Opportunities
17:00 - Advertising Potential on Vape Screens
19:00 - Building on Berachain
22:00 - Fundraising Experience and Investor Reactions
25:00 - Advice for First Movers in Fundraising
28:00 - The Role of Angel Investors
30:00 - Closing Thoughts and Invitation for Discussion
Disclaimer: The hosts and the firms they represent may hold stakes in the companies mentioned in this podcast. None of this is financial advice.

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