Web3 Unlocked

By Tom

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The podcast currently has 49 episodes available.

Web3 Unlocked episodes:

May 24, 2025 Bank-Backed Stablecoins and Trump’s $TRUMP Coin Dinner

Two major stories are rocking the Web3 world in May 2025:

1️⃣ A consortium of U.S. megabanks (JPMorgan, Citi, Wells Fargo) is exploring a joint stablecoin to modernize payments, challenge crypto-native players, and shape U.S. regulation.

2️⃣ President Donald Trump hosted a $TRUMP coin investor dinner, raising serious questions about conflicts of interest, foreign influence, and the future of crypto regulation in politics.

This episode unpacks the motivations, risks, and implications of these developments—and what they mean for the future of Web3. From the stablecoin battleground to the politicization of meme coins, the stakes for decentralization have never been higher.
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13min
May 23, 2025GENIUS Act: America’s Web3 Breakthrough
The GENIUS Act is moving through the U.S. Senate—and it could be a game-changer for Web3 in America.

In this episode, we break down:
What the GENIUS Act actually does for crypto startups, DAOs, and developers
Why the U.S. is finally getting serious about blockchain regulation
The political dynamics driving bipartisan support
What this means for the future of Web3 innovation, from safe harbor protections to DAO legal status

As the U.S. moves from regulatory uncertainty to proactive leadership, the GENIUS Act may set the tone for the next era of the internet.
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9min
May 22, 2025Bitcoin Breaks $111K – What It Means for the Global Crypto Stack
Bitcoin just crossed $111,000—and the world is watching.

In this episode, we break down:
The macroeconomic and institutional drivers behind Bitcoin’s surge
Why U.S. states and emerging markets are adding BTC to their reserves
What this breakout means for the future of Web3, including Layer 2 innovation, DeFi liquidity, and global financial decentralization

This is not just another bull run—it’s a rewrite of the world’s economic architecture.
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11min
May 20, 2025MetaMask Meets Solana, SEC Clears a Path, and Binance Beats Hackers
In this episode of Web3 Unlocked, we dive into three major updates shaping the future of blockchain:
SEC Chair Paul Atkins unveils a comprehensive crypto framework, giving clarity to developers, institutions, and regulators.
MetaMask integrates native Solana support, bringing multi-chain UX to millions of users and strengthening Ethereum–Solana interoperability.
Binance and Kraken fend off sophisticated social engineering attacks, underscoring the growing focus on operational security in Web3.

These milestones mark Web3’s continued evolution from fragmented experimentation to scalable, secure, and cross-chain coordination.
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11min
May 16, 2025Paul Atkins' SEC and Meta’s Web3 Revival: Two Pillars of a New Internet
In this episode of Web3 Unlocked, we explore two of the most impactful developments of May 2025:
SEC Chair Paul Atkins unveils a structured, forward-looking regulatory framework that could finally bring clarity to the U.S. crypto industry—balancing oversight with innovation.
Meta makes its long-awaited return to crypto by integrating stablecoin payments into Facebook and WhatsApp, marking a seismic shift in the role of Big Tech within the decentralized economy.

This episode unpacks the legal, technical, and geopolitical implications of both moves—and what they mean for the future of DeFi, digital identity, and programmable money.
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12min
May 14, 2025AI as a Protocol: BitMart’s CEO Launches the Next-Gen Web3 Exchange
In this episode of Web3 Unlocked, we explore how BitMart’s new CEO, Nenter Chow, is overhauling the exchange’s core architecture to fuse AI with blockchain at the protocol level.

We cover:
The Model Context Protocol (MCP) and programmable AI agents
Use cases like AI trading copilots and DAO automation
AI security, on-chain auditability, and IBAC permissions
Global expansion across emerging Web3 economies
How BitMart is redefining what a crypto exchange can be

This isn’t just an upgrade—it’s the arrival of an AI-native Web3 operating system. 🎧
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11min
May 10, 2025Doodles x Solana = $DOOD: A Milestone in Cultural Tokenization
In this episode of Web3 Unlocked, we explore one of the biggest NFT-to-token transitions of the year:

Doodles launching $DOOD on the Solana blockchain.

We break down:
The origins and creative evolution of Doodles
Why they chose Solana (and what this means for Ethereum)
$DOOD’s tokenomics, utility, and cross-chain strategy
Airdrops, avatar upgrades, creator incentives, and marketplace plans
What this signals for the future of participatory IP and cultural tokens

From cartoon avatars to cultural currency, Doodles is building a whole new chapter in the Web3 playbook.
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12min
May 09, 2025 Fashion Meets the Metaverse, AI Meets Crypto: Adidas & AlphaGOAT Redefine Web3

Web3 is evolving—fast. In this episode of Web3 Unlocked, we dive into two paradigm-shifting developments:

🧢 Adidas partners with blockchain shooter game Xociety to launch wearable NFTs on the Sui Network,

redefining what it means to wear your identity in the metaverse.

🤖 Meanwhile, AlphaGOAT unveils Amy, an AI-powered Telegram assistant designed to simplify crypto trading,

deliver real-time alerts, and turn on-chain data into actionable insights.

Whether you’re an NFT collector, gamer, or crypto trader, this episode explores how fashion, intelligence,

and decentralized tech are converging to reshape culture and commerce.
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12min
May 08, 2025 Ethereum’s Pectra Upgrade Is Live: What It Means for Web3 Scalability

Ethereum just hit a major milestone: the Pectra Upgrade went live on May 7, 2025, bringing critical enhancements for Web3 scalability and cost efficiency.

In this episode, we break down what Pectra is, why it matters, and how its core improvements

—like more data blobs and smarter Layer 2 communication—are shaping the future of a rollup-centric Ethereum.

Whether you're a developer optimizing smart contracts or a user waiting on cheaper gas fees, this upgrade delivers real-world impact.

Tune in to understand how Ethereum is becoming faster, leaner, and more future-ready than ever.
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10min
May 07, 2025 Avalanche-Powered Gaming and $50M Bounty Program Redefine the Ecosystem

In this episode of Web3 Unlocked, we dive into two major developments signaling the next phase of blockchain evolution.

🎮 First, MapleStory N officially launches on Avalanche’s Henesys L1,

turning one of gaming’s most beloved IPs into a blockchain-native MMO with NFT gear, UGC tools, and gasless gameplay.

🔍 Then, we shift to security and accountability:

Web3Bounty.io has unveiled a $50 million decentralized bounty fund to investigate the $456M TrueUSD (TUSD) scandal involving FDT and Aria

—mobilizing Web3-native intelligence for real-world recovery.

Together, these stories reflect a maturing Web3 landscape—where innovation and integrity must grow together.
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12min

FAQs about Web3 Unlocked:

How many episodes does Web3 Unlocked have?

The podcast currently has 49 episodes available.