In this captivating episode of "Web3 with Sam Kamani," we explore the fascinating journey of Suji, a trailblazer at the intersection of technology, activism, and journalism. From his early days as an engineer and hacktivist to his ventures into blockchain and the founding of Mask Network, Suji shares his profound insights into the potential of the internet and blockchain technology to foster a more decentralized and liberated digital world. Dive into a conversation that spans the origins of Bitcoin, the evolution of social networks in the blockchain era, and the critical importance of building ..read more

In this episode of "Web3 with Sam Kamani," we delve into the innovative realm of blockchain technology with Ming Guo, Chief Scientist at ZKM, a pioneering organization at the forefront of zero-knowledge proof virtual machines. Ming shares insightful perspectives on Ethereum's latest developments, including enhanced roll-up capabilities and the promising future of decentralized computing. As we explore the distinctions between distributed and decentralized computing, Ming provides a deep dive into the technological advancements that are shaping the future of Ethereum, Bitcoin, and beyond. This ..read more

Dive into this captivating episode of "Web3 with Sam Kamani" as we explore the innovative journey of Ayush Ranjan, the brain behind Huddle01. Huddle01 isn't just another communication platform; it's a decentralized endeavor aiming to revolutionize how we connect online. Ayush shares the unique challenges of latency and the limitations of current digital communication infrastructures. With Huddle01, they're creating a cascading network environment for sub-100-millisecond latency, offering a seamless and real-time digital interaction experience. This episode is a goldmine for founders, innovator ..read more

Dive into the fascinating world of real-world asset tokenization in Web3 with Sam Kamani as he sits down with Ivan Maltsev from 3X Capital on the latest episode of the Web3 with Sam Kamani podcast. Ivan, the brains behind Rentspace, discusses the ins and outs of building a platform that bridges the gap between crypto and real estate, transforming how we think about property rentals. This episode is a goldmine for founders navigating the dynamic Web3 landscape, offering insights into the challenges of integrating blockchain technology with traditional sectors and the innovative solutions that R ..read more

In this riveting episode of the Web3 with Sam Kamani Podcast, we sit down with Felix Xu, a pioneering figure in the cryptocurrency space and the driving force behind ARPA network and ZX squared capital. Felix's journey from discovering Bitcoin in his college days to leading successful ventures in the blockchain arena offers a fascinating glimpse into the evolution of crypto and blockchain technology over the past decade. Felix shares his insights on the dynamic shifts in the cryptocurrency market, the strategic importance of derivatives in crypto investment, and the innovative solutions provid ..read more

In this fascinating episode of the Web3 with Sam Kamani Podcast, host Sam Kamani welcomes Sebastian Widmann, Chief Strategy Officer at Komainu, a leading regulated digital asset custody provider. With a rich background in both traditional finance and the burgeoning field of digital assets, Sebastian delves into the complexities of institutional adoption of cryptocurrencies, the role of custodians in ensuring security and compliance, and the evolving landscape of digital asset management. Sebastian's journey from academic research in distributed ledger technologies to spearheading strategy at K ..read more

In this enlightening episode of the Web3 with Sam Kamani podcast, host Sam Kamani welcomes Stefan Kimmel, the visionary CEO of M2 Exchange, a leading platform in the Middle East and North Africa. Delving deep into the heart of the crypto universe, Stefan shares his transition from traditional finance (TradFi) to the forefront of cryptocurrency innovation, underscoring the pivotal role of trust, regulation, and the quest for mass adoption in the digital age. As they traverse topics from the intricacies of decentralized exchanges (DEXs) versus centralized exchanges (CEXs), to the transformative ..read more

In this episode of the Web3 with Sam Kamani podcast, Sam Kamani welcomes Nathan Kim from Shot Lab, a joint venture between Habs and SCBX, a subsidiary of Siam Commercial Bank in Thailand. They dive into the details of Southeast Asia Blockchain Week, an event orchestrated to unify the blockchain community in Southeast Asia and foster growth in the region's ecosystem. Nathan discusses the motivations behind the event, the potential of Southeast Asia in the Web3 space, and offers insights on trends and strategies for Web3 projects and startups. Key Takeaways: [00:00:12] Nathan introduces himsel ..read more

In this episode of "Web3 with Sam Kamani," we have the privilege of speaking with Sandy Carter, a dynamic force from Unstoppable Domains. Sandy shares her journey from Amazon Web Services to becoming a pivotal figure in the Web3 space, highlighting her transition fueled by the technology's potential for security, authenticity, and transparency. Episode Highlights: [00:00:00] Introduction and Transition into Web3: Sandy Carter details her fascinating transition from Amazon Web Services to Web3, sparked by blockchain's capabilities and a dinner that changed her career trajectory. [00:02:12 ..read more

Join me as I interview Rishabh Gupta, director of Tdefi, an accelerator and incubator that helps Web3 founders launch and grow their startups. We discuss mistakes founders make when tokenizing businesses, the importance of aligning token models with business models, challenges with creating liquid token markets, and more. Rishabh shares his contrarian views on the crypto industry and why he believes gameplay experience trumps flashy graphics when building sustainable Web3 games. Tune in for an insightful conversation on tokenomics, adoption, incentives and the future of decentralized finance ..read more