Today Mark sits down with the Web 3.0 lead of Automattic, the parent company of some of the largest websites in the world (Tumblr, Wordpress, and WooCommerce just to name a few) to discuss how some of the most impactful companies on the planet are approaching blockchain and crypto. Listen in for his personal takes alongside his experience introducing blockchain to the platforms that make up the backbone of Web 2.0 David's Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidlockie/ Automattic Website: https://automattic.com/ Cryptoconomy Twitter: https://twitter.com/Cryptoconomy_ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cryptoconomy/message

This dynamic episode dives into a future-state DeFi, with Osmosis. Cryptoconomy talks to Aaron Kong, to unravel the intricacies of the burgeoning DeFi landscape. Aaron shares his thought leadership with Osmosis, as well as his profound insights, shedding light on the innovative advancements and transformative potential ahead in the DeFi sphere. Osmosis is know for its cutting-edge contributions to revolutionizing decentralized exchanges (DEX) and liquidity provision. To date, Osmosis has facilitated over $23B in trading volume, across more than 50 blockchains. Osmosis is also facilitating a seamless asset exchange, yield farming opportunities, and deals with the profound impact of interoperability in the blockchain space. It's a deeper understanding of the intricacies of automated market makers (AMMs), impermanent loss, and the evolving DeFi landscape, all through the lens of Osmosis' innovative solutions. Cryptoconomy takes a look at the challenges, triumphs, and future prospects of DeFi protocols, as Aaron Kong shares his vision for a more inclusive, efficient, and decentralized financial ecosystem. Whether you're an avid enthusiast, an investor, or simply curious about the disruptive potential of DeFi, this episode explores the exciting possibilities that lie ahead. Osmosis Website: https://osmosis.zone/ Aaron on Twitter: https://twitter.com/aaronxkong  Osmosis on Twitter: https://twitter.com/osmosiszone Cryptoconomy on Twitter: https://twitter.com/cryptoconomy_ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cryptoconomy/message

Today Mark sits down with Juan David, co-founder and Chairman of Keyrock. Juan is a serial entrepreneur and investor who previously founded two startups. Additionally, he has worked on central banking supply models and provided strategic consulting in the banking industry. In early 2015, Juan David developed a keen interest in the digital assets space and decided to draw on his extensive experience in entrepreneurship, quant finance strategy and business development to establish Keyrock in the following year. He is an angel investor with a strong passion for DeFi, Bitcoin and the impact of financial markets on society. Juan on X: @JuanDMendieta Keyrock on X: @KeyrockTrading Juan on LinkedIn: Juan David Mendieta Villegas Keyrock on Linkedin: Keyrock Cryptoconomy on Twitter: @Cryptoconomy_ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cryptoconomy/message

On this episode Cryptoconomy sits down with Gareth Beesley, Founder of DComm to learn more about their mission to tokenizing and democratize global assets and commodities. Learn how their blockchain leverages decentralized networks to verify the data that drives the economy.  Learn how they plan to introduce commodities trading to the blockchain while working with wind, solar, and commodities providers to tokenize their assets for global retail and institutional investors. Official Website: https://dcomm.network/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/DComm_Official Discord: https://bit.ly/DComm_Discord Telegram Group: https://t.me/+IDOMn-RvBRg5Yzkx Telegram Channel: https://t.me/DComm_Official_Announcements Medium: https://dcomm-official.medium.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/dcommblockchain/ Gareth LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/garethbeesley/ Token: https://www.coinstore.com/#/spot/DCMUSDT Cryptoconomy Twitter: @Cryptoconomy_ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cryptoconomy/message

An incredible financial system built around direct peer-to-peer trading, without any third party access? It’s real and it’s here, with Vega Protocol. Cryptoconomy talks to Vega Protocol and CEO Barney Mannerings about their fully decentralized high performance peer to network trading, the background in building the system and getting it to market, as well as how and when you can take advantage. Vega Website: https://vega.xyz/ Vega Twitter: https://twitter.com/vegaprotocol Barney Twitter: https://twitter.com/barnabee Cryptoconomy Twitter: https://twitter.com/Cryptoconomy_ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cryptoconomy/message

Akash Mahendra is Director of the Haven1 Foundation where he leads strategy, operations, and risk management efforts in support of Haven1 — an EVM-compatible L1 blockchain purpose-built to provide a secure environment for on-chain finance. He is also a Portfolio Manager at the digital wealth platform Yield App. Mahendra started his career as a Legal Enforcement Officer at The Australian Securities and Investments Commission, before diving into Web3 full-time. Prior to joining Haven1, Akash served as the Chief Investment Officer at the Web3 investment firm DAO Capital, and the Head of Operations and Strategy at Steady State, an automated DeFi insurance company, where he honed his expertise in blockchain tech and financial portfolio management.  Akash on Twitter: https://twitter.com/Akash_Haven1  Akash on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/akash-mahendra-48541121a Haven1 Site: https://www.haven1.org/ Cryptoconomy Links https://twitter.com/Cryptoconomy_ https://www.linkedin.com/company/cryptoconomy/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cryptoconomy/message

Hear the real story of the company Marc Andreessen once called "the most important company he had ever invested in". A behind the scenes look at how a cast of Silicon Valley giants exchanged favors, butted heads, and got Lebron sent to Cleveland. Video referenced: https://youtu.be/IobRTxIE4DQ?si=mIkWWl3A20AUSltH Twitter: @cryptoconomy_ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cryptoconomy/message

In this episode, we dive deep into the legal intricacies of crypto with Nareg Essaghoolian, the co-founder of Decrypted Law. Nareg shares his journey into crypto law and sheds light on the significant legal milestones and challenges that have shaped the crypto industry. From a comprehensive overview of global and local regulatory frameworks to the fascinating convergence of smart contracts and legal doctrines, Nareg navigates us through the complex legal waters. The discourse extends to legal risk management in crypto investments, intellectual property considerations in NFTs, and indispensable legal advice for both budding crypto entrepreneurs and everyday users. Nareg also casts a discerning eye on the future, predicting how evolving regulations might impact the crypto space and how innovation can be a linchpin for its growth and acceptance. Join us for a riveting exploration of how law intertwines with the emerging world of cryptocurrencies. Nareg Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nareg-essaghoolian/ Nareg Twitter: https://twitter.com/NaregEsq Decrypted Law: https://www.decryptedlaw.com/ Cryptoconomy Twitter: https://twitter.com/Cryptoconomy_ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cryptoconomy/message

Dive into the world of circular sustainable technology with Haiko Huvenaars, the CEO and founder of Candour.Digital, as we explore the company’s mission, how blockchain can enable sustainable economies, and the innovative non-fungible solutions Candour has already placed in international retail stores. Haiko sheds light on the challenges of implementing circular economy practices and reveals the strategies and partnerships that have made the difference. Learn more about the environmental and social impact their solution is already having on the world. Website: https://www.circulaid.io/ Haiko Twitter: https://twitter.com/haikohuvenaars Candour Twitter: https://twitter.com/candour_digital Haiko Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/haiko-huvenaars-52b683a3/ Candour Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/candourdigital/ Cryptoconomy Twitter: @Cryptoconomy_ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cryptoconomy/message

In this follow-up episode, we journey deeper into the intricate world of crypto marketing, loyalty, and community building with the CEO of ShopX. We'll recap some of the highlights from our previous conversation, exploring recent innovations, bear market learnings, and the philosophies that shape dedicated founders into lifelong builders. Get firsthand insights into how they landed major partnerships and understand how web 3.0 companies respond to the market. From stakeholder models to the future of NFT's in supply chain & loyalty programs, this episode is packed with the latest insights from the heart of the crypto universe.  Cryptoconomy Twitter: @Cryptoconomy_ ShopX Twitter: @ShopXLabs Cyrus Twitter: @CyrusKind Website: ShopX.co --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cryptoconomy/message