Kelsey’s Journey into Crypto: From fashion to Web3 and ConsenSys.

The Excitement of the Crypto Industry: Volatility and the thrill of innovation.

Introduction to Shardeum: Shardeum’s unique scaling mechanisms and decentralization approach.

Community Building Tips: Starting with a small base and developing community personas.

Engaging and Retaining Community Members: Importance of community feedback and in-person meetups.

Diversifying Event Participation: Strategies to engage diverse groups in events.

Challenges in Community Building: Setting realistic expectations and managing community frustrations.

Differentiating Shardeum from L2s: Building an L1 from scratch for intentional scalability and decentralization.

General Website: https://shardeum.org/

The Airdrop Landing Page: https://shardeum.org/blog/shardeum-shm-airdrop-phase-1/

Shardeum Twitter: https://x.com/shardeum

Kelsey Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/kelseykmcguire/ 

Introduction to Today (00:00:28)Mike describes Today as a social simulation game where players can build virtual worlds using generative AI.

AI-Driven World Building (00:00:47)Players use text or voice prompts to create architecture, interior designs, and sculpt islands, with everything built being owned and mintable by the player.

Community of AI NPCs (00:01:06)The game features intelligent AI characters with long-term memory, procedural animations, and autonomous lives, enhancing the social simulation aspect.

NFT Staking and Ancient Seeds (00:02:05)Discussion on the game's NFT collection, staking mechanics, and how owning an ancient seed can generate rare and resource-rich islands.

Mike's Gaming Background (00:03:24)Mike shares his history as a gamer and his experience developing games at Nintendo and Sega before starting his own venture.

Web2 vs. Web3 Gaming (00:06:14)Mike discusses the differences and challenges between traditional gaming and Web3 gaming, emphasizing community and innovative game design.

Dreamia AI Character Engine (00:11:09)An overview of Dreamia, the AI character engine powering Today, designed to create intelligent and emotionally engaging NPCs.

Future of Today and Web3 Gaming Trends (00:20:58)Mike shares his vision for Today, upcoming play tests, and predictions for the future convergence of AI and blockchain in gaming.

[00:00:00] Introduction: Importance of user acquisition and retention in product success.

[00:00:33] Episode Start: Introduction by Sam Kamani and overview of topics.

[00:01:27] Guest Introduction: Welcoming Mayur and introducing Arcana Network.

[00:01:47] Arcana Overview: Mayur explains what Arcana Network is building and its core narrative.

[00:04:07] Product Simplification: Discussion on simplifying user workflows and onboarding.

[00:05:17] Removing Friction: Solutions to common user impediments in Web3.

[00:09:10] Unified Balances: The concept of chain abstraction and unified wallet balances.

[00:13:56] Overcoming Challenges: Mayur shares the biggest challenges faced in building Arcana.

[00:18:41] Future Roadmap: Upcoming launches, testnets, and mainnet release.

[00:22:10] Effective Strategies: Insights into effective strategies for developer adoption.

[00:25:45] Industry Trends: Discussion on emerging trends and metas in the blockchain space.

[00:30:19] Inspirations: Products and companies that inspire Arcana's development.

[00:32:06] Call to Action: Hiring and partnership opportunities with Arcana Network.

[00:00:09] - Introduction to DM3 Network and its mission in the Web3 space.

[00:00:25] - The core problem DM3 aims to solve: secure, private, and interoperable messaging.

[00:01:43] - How Web3 technology can address spam and impersonation issues.

[00:03:06] - The essence of Web3 messaging: decentralization, cryptographic keys, and value transfer.

[00:05:17] - The importance of a decentralized registry for communication information.

[00:08:29] - Challenges of Web2 messengers and the need for Web3 interoperability.

[00:11:27] - Overcoming user experience challenges in Web3 messaging.

[00:13:13] - The role of multisig wallets and improving user experience in Web3.

[00:17:53] - The issue of interoperability and DM3's approach to solving it.

[00:23:34] - Utilizing ENS as a decentralized registry and the benefits it brings.

[00:29:14] - DM3's phase-based development approach and future plans.

[00:36:42] - The introduction of a DM3 token for governance and spam protection.

[00:41:17] - Potential use cases for paid messaging and spam protection in Web3.

[00:01:09] - Introduction to Azuro: From decentralized sports betting to a scalable prediction infrastructure.

[00:02:05] - The three key components of a successful prediction solution: liquidity, data, and user acquisition.

[00:04:27] - The transition from Web2 to Web3 in betting solutions: decentralizing roles.

[00:07:48] - How Azuro’s revenue-sharing model incentivizes front-end operators.

[00:09:30] - Dan’s advice for founders raising funding: focus on team expertise over just the idea.

[00:11:08] - The importance of accurate data in prediction markets and the critical role of odds.

[00:13:26] - Azuro’s strategy for acquiring developers and apps through direct outreach and hackathons.

[00:15:56] - Success stories from apps built on Azuro, like bookmaker XYZ and Gamble Workers.

[00:18:14] - Insights on the unique challenges and freedoms in the Web3 space.

[00:24:09] - The importance of getting the code right in Web3 to avoid catastrophic issues.

[00:27:15] - The technical challenge of implementing live betting on-chain and the current beta test.

[00:00:12] - Chirp's plan to launch CubeSats providing global coverage, making it the largest network by area.

[00:00:29] - The integration of CubeSats with Chirp's terrestrial network to reduce costs.

[00:02:04] - Explanation of Chirp's community-owned network for IoT and mobile connectivity.

[00:03:14] - The current state and potential of the IoT market, valued at $200 billion.

[00:04:48] - Examples of commercial uses for IoT, including cellular and satellite connectivity.

[00:07:19] - Future plans for integrating video solutions with AI for enhanced IoT applications.

[00:13:03] - The benefits of using blockchain for incentivizing network growth and ensuring data immutability.

[00:17:12] - Chirp's partnership with Peak Network for providing connectivity to Deepin projects.

[00:22:19] - Details about Chirp's CubeSat launch and its impact on global connectivity.

[00:33:35] - Chirp's strategy for maintaining optimal network quality and protecting rewards for network keepers.

Introduction to Sky Lai and J17 Capital (00:00:00)

Background on Sky Lai and J17 Capital's role in the Web3 space.

Sky's journey from founder to VC.

J17 Capital's Investment Focus (00:00:44)

Overview of J17 Capital’s investment strategies.

Key areas of investment: Bitcoin, AI, Layer 1 and Layer 2 solutions, modularized crypto, and ZK projects.

Recent Investments and Strategy (00:01:20)

Investments in Movement Labs and Aligned Layer.

Approach to investing in pre-seed to pre-A rounds.

Partnerships and Collaborations (00:02:17)

Collaboration with funds like Hack VC, a16z, Dragonfly, and Portal Ventures.

Strategic value of partnerships in driving project success.

Evaluation of Startups (00:05:38)

Criteria for evaluating startups: Founders, ideas, and adaptability.

Importance of founder’s passion and ability to pivot.

Emerging Narratives in Web3 (00:07:56)

Current trends: Bitcoin narrative, AI, and DePIN (decentralized infrastructure).

Expectations for the second half of the year.

Real World Assets (RWAs) and Tokenization (00:10:06)

Sky's bullish outlook on RWAs and the impact of regulatory changes.

Long-term potential and current challenges.

DeFi and Leveraged Products (00:14:32)

The role of leverage in DeFi products.

Innovations and trends in Bitcoin-based DeFi projects.

Lessons Learned in Venture Capital (00:16:24)

The importance of a holistic industry understanding.

Combining resources and integrating different sectors for success.

Common Mistakes by Web3 Founders (00:20:09)

Challenges in team management and commitment.

Importance of founders’ long-term relationships and experience.

Future Outlook and Hiring (00:25:57)

J17 Capital’s ongoing investment focus and hiring needs.

Opportunities for remote work and collaboration.

[00:00:00] Introduction to BitLine and Ibanera - Michael explains his role and the genesis of BitLine.

[00:01:20] Addressing Liquidity Issues in Casinos - The problem BitLine solves for casino patrons using digital assets.

[00:01:57] Supported Cryptocurrencies - Current tokens used by BitLine: Bitcoin, Ethereum, and USDT.

[00:03:31] Casino Integration - Overview of BitLine’s presence in over 800 casinos and upcoming launches.

[00:04:50] User Experience - How patrons access liquidity through BitLine’s web and mobile platforms.

[00:06:06] Ibanera’s Role - Background on Ibanera's fintech and banking services and their integration with BitLine.

[00:08:02] Unique Value Proposition - Offering liquidity without liquidating digital assets.

[00:11:22] Future of Bitcoin ATMs - Predictions on the decline of Bitcoin ATMs and rise of direct liquidity solutions.

[00:12:46] Challenges Faced - Regulatory hurdles and educational efforts in the casino industry.

[00:15:06] Expansion Plans - BitLine’s vision for global growth in Asia and Europe.

[00:16:22] Competition and Patents - BitLine’s unique positioning with patents and market strategy.

[00:19:27] Thoughts on Stablecoins and CBDCs - Discussion on the future of stablecoins and the competitive landscape.

Introduction to Promeet (00:00:00 - 00:00:18)

Jonathan's background in traditional finance and transition to the blockchain space.

Experiences at Token 2049 in Dubai (00:00:18 - 00:00:39)

Highlights from the event and the quality of participants.

Founding Promeet (00:00:39 - 00:02:23)

The journey from discovering Bitcoin to building and selling BeSave, and founding INX.

Vision for Promeet (00:02:23 - 00:03:34)

Disappointment with the current state of Web3 and the need for a practical, widely adopted solution.

Features of Promeet (00:03:34 - 00:05:19)

Combining online communication with Web3 for seamless monetization of time.

Comparison with Existing Platforms (00:05:19 - 00:13:32)

Challenges with Twitch, Zoom, and other platforms; how Promeet addresses these issues.

Web3 Benefits and User Experience (00:13:32 - 00:16:11)

Simplified user onboarding, self-custodial wallets, and instant payment mechanisms.

Real-Time Monetization (00:16:11 - 00:20:24)

Pay-as-you-go model and the flexibility it offers to content creators.

Challenges and Future Vision (00:23:56 - 00:28:04)

Blockchain scalability and changing user habits as key challenges.

Empowerment through Web3 (00:28:04 - 00:31:43)

How Promeet aims to bring fairness and authenticity to digital interactions.

[00:01:09] The Challenge of Bridging Crypto and Real-World Assets: Mikhil discusses the regulatory and adoption hurdles faced when trying to bring real-world assets on-chain.

[00:03:26] The Rise of Proof of Stake (PoS): Understanding the bet on PoS and the foundational role of Cosmos in Persistence's strategy.

[00:05:53] Liquid Staking Explained: The transition from staking to liquid staking and how it improves capital efficiency.

[00:14:15] Persistence’s Products: Overview of P Stake and Dexter, the core applications of the Persistence chain.

[00:19:08] Bitcoin Staking Concept: Introducing Bitcoin staking through Babylon and its potential impact.

[00:21:06] The Impact of Eigenlayer: How restaking works and its implications for blockchain security and scalability.

[00:27:15] Exciting Projects Beyond Persistence: Mikhil’s views on other promising projects in the BTC ecosystem and beyond.

[00:30:24] Challenges in Scaling: The importance of traction and liquidity in the Cosmos ecosystem.