Martin de Rijke, Growth Lead at Syrup, discusses Maple and their new platform launch, Syrup. Maple is an institutional DeFi lending and borrowing platform that connects institutional borrowers with lenders. Syrup is a DeFi platform that provides permissionless access to high-quality institutional yields. It is built on top of Maple and offers the same loans and lending engine but in a DeFi way. Users can deposit USDC and earn DRIP rewards, which can be boosted by locking up funds or using them in other DeFi protocols. Syrup aims to target both DeFi-native users and those looking for a set-and-forget yield solution.

Jesse Paterson and Willy from Nounspace discuss the Nounspace project, which aims to build a Farcaster client that combines the best of Web2 and Web3. They talk about their backgrounds in tech and crypto, the inspiration behind Nounspace, and the vision for the platform. Nounspace is focused on creating an extensible platform where users can customize their online presence and integrate various functionalities, such as music players, text and image galleries, and even third-party applications. The platform also emphasizes security and authentication, allowing users to authenticate and access information securely. The goal is to create a social network that brings together social interactions and functional content in one place. Nounspace is building an open and extensible platform for decentralized social networking. They are creating a data representation layer that allows users to mix and match different components, such as algorithms and data providers, to customize their social media experience. The platform is open source and community-owned, with a fair launch mechanism for distributing tokens. Nounspace is also launching Nogs, early access NFTs that provide benefits and customization options within the platform. The team is focused on building a strong community and fostering collaboration in order to create a new fundamental piece of infrastructure for social networking.

In this episode of Web3 On Fire, Ryan King of Foamspace discusses the background and evolution of the Foam project. Foam started as a geospatial protocol on Ethereum layer one, allowing users to add businesses or locations on-chain. However, the focus shifted to hardware and the development of a proof-of-location system. The hardware consists of zone anchor radios that create a terrestrial GPS network, enabling users to make fraud-proof claims about their location. Foam is exploring various use cases, including delivery verification, NFT minting, and supply chain management. The project is actively seeking collaborations and partnerships in the physical events, games, and IoT sectors.

July from Faust, a hardware blockchain project, discusses their vision for decentralized physical AGI and the notarization of reality. Faust aims to provide developers with tools to extend Ethereum into the physical world, allowing for the integration of sensor data and cryptographic proofs. The ROC device, a reality oracle computer, serves as a standalone device that notarizes reality and can be used to create attestation for on-chain data. Faust envisions a future where machines, such as robots, have their own identities and wallets, enabling trust and decentralization in the sharing economy.

In this conversation, Daniel from Zurf discusses the development of their social media app, Zurf, and its integration with Lens and Farcaster. The app aims to bring the masses into the crypto space by providing a familiar and user-friendly interface.

David Furlong discusses his journey into tech and crypto, highlighting the need for disruption in web networks. He emphasizes the importance of Web3 for the open web and building better product experiences. David also explores the concept of composability and extending protocols, as well as the challenges of building on Farcast and the pivot to Frames. He discusses the role of incentives in Web3 and the unhappiness with corporate social media platforms. David shares his thoughts on the future of protocols in Web3 and the importance of product decisions in differentiation.

 Grey Seymour and Rob Edwards discuss the significance of the community and builders in Web3, highlighting projects like Farcaster, Frames, and Lens. They delve into account abstraction, the future of decentralized social platforms, and the impact of Web3 on creativity and economic empowerment. The discussion also touches on personal journeys, including Seymour's path through tech, addiction recovery, and his vision for bringing addiction recovery solutions to the blockchain. The conversation is rich with insights on the importance of making Web3 accessible and meaningful to a broader audience, beyond the tech-savvy early adopters.

In the first episode of "Web3 on Fire," Season 2, launched in collaboration with PODS.media, we dive into the fascinating intersection of art, technology, and decentralized governance with Simon Hudson, a visionary at the helm of BottoDAO. This episode marks the beginning of a new chapter for the podcast. It introduces listeners to the pioneering project BottoDAO, where digital art creation meets Artificial Intelligence (AI) and community-driven decision-making.

In this conversation, Ivo Georgiev, CEO and co-founder of Ambire, discusses his background in programming and how he got interested in crypto. He shares the challenges of building user-friendly wallets and the importance of decentralization. Ivo also talks about the vision for Wallet DAO and the development of infrastructure and tools. The conversation highlights the need for progressive decentralization and the role of the community in shaping the future of crypto. In this conversation, Rob and Ivo discuss the future plans for Ambire Wallet in 2024, including the launch of the browser extension and support for multiple account types. They also talk about the relaunch of AdEx and its exciting developments in bridging the decentralized AdTech world with the traditional AdTech world. Finally, they wrap up by plugging the projects and providing information on where to find Ambire Wallet, AdEx, and Stremio.

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In the 12th episode of "Web3 on Fire," we delve into the innovative world of Peanut Protocol with its co-founder, Konrad Urban. This episode explores how Peanut Protocol is reshaping how we think about and engage with cryptocurrency transactions.