When it comes to the crypto markets, few people can claim to predict the future. On this episode, Callum is joined by two gentlemen who may be able to do just that.... AlgoDynamix is an innovative risk analytics company that detects disruptive events in global financial markets and anticipates price movements hours or days in advance of the event. They enable asset managers to preserve their assets under management and improve multiple portfolio metrics including lower volatility and higher returns. Links ⁠Callum on Twitter⁠ AlgoDynamix Website ⁠The Web3 Podcast Website⁠ ⁠Winefi on Twitter ..read more

Let's face it, Web3 is at an all time low. VCs aren't funding, HODLers aren't HODLing and BUIDLers... well, to be fair, they're still building. So, given we are Europe's premier Web3 podcast, we thought it only right to try and shine some sunlight on what is a stubbornly bearish market by showing some real world Web3 use cases. Callum is joined today by Simon Smith. Simon is the founder of Excalibur.fm and a sage on all things Web3. Links Callum on Twitter The Web3 Podcast Website Winefi on Twitter Winefi's Website ..read more

Since the birth of the internet, shady characters have been seeking to piggyback off well known brands by squatting on domains, creating phishing websites, and infringing upon trade marks and copyright. In the often pseudonymous world of Web3, this problem is amplified. In this episode, we talk to Daniel Greenberg and Scott Kenna of Lexsynergy. Lexsynergy guide brands through both traditional and Web3 spaces, providing strategic policy, streamlined domain management and world class assistance with domain recoveries and online brand protection. Links: 1. Lexsynergy on Twitter 2. Daniel o ..read more

What do worldwide brands and personalities like Katy Perry, Sony, Samsung, Google, American Idol and World Poker Tour have in common? Well, they have all partnered with Theta Labs. Theta Labs is the company behind Theta Network, the leading chain for media and entertainment. Our guest, Wes Levitt, has led the strategy for this groundbreaking time in Theta’s history. Callum and Wes discuss how Web3 can unlock value for existing content creators and platforms and how the future of digital entertainment lies in Web3. Links: 1. Wes on Twitter 2. Theta Network on Twitter ..read more

In Web3, the metaphor of being 'pilled' refers to experiencing an epiphany of Web3's potential, and the burning desire to contribute to the development of this ecosystem. This epiphany is what led today's guests, Neal Rushton-King and Paddy Vance, to turn their backs on multi-decade careers at some of the world's most prestigious blue-chip companies. Instead, Neal and Paddy are using a wealth of experience to build MIN3, a Web3 native consultancy disrupting outdated industries with new technology. Callum, Neal and Paddy discuss everything from the problems that Web3 tech solves to the threats ..read more

If it feels like Scandinavians are over-represented in the Web3 space, then you may have Filip Martinsson to thank/blame. Filip's company, Moralis, provides everything developers need to create, connect, and scale blockchain applications cross-chain. Essentially, they take care of the back end so you can focus on the front — reducing development time, cost and complexity. Filip's Recommendations 1. Andreas Antonopoulous. 2. Moralis on YouTube 3. No Rules Rules: Netflix and the Culture of Reinvention 4. The Hard Thing About Hard Things by Ben Horowitz 5. Continuous Discovery Habits: Discover Pr ..read more

Dash ('Digital Cash') is one of the world's best known cryptocurrencies, famously forked from Bitcoin in 2014. Since then, the Dash ecosystem has matured, allowing users to pay everyone from their Grandma to their phone bill in Dash. Open-source, and run by a DAO, Dash represents the essence of Web3. In this episode, Callum catches up with Ivan Shumkov, Dash's Head of Engineering, to hear how the ecosystem has (and is) evolving. Ivan's Recommendations 1. Visit the communities of the most active networks (Ivan recommends Polkadot and Substrate).   2. Protocol Labs Blog 3. Dash Blog Social ..read more

In this episode, Callum catches up with an old friend from university, Xavier 'Xav' Parkhouse-Parker. Since leaving Cambridge, Xav has co-founded Cambridge Future Tech, a deep tech venture builder that helps turn academic inventions into thriving businesses. Xav offers a fascinating perspective on where the Web3 space is headed, and what untapped opportunities exist for would-be Web3 entrepreneurs. Xav's Recommendations To learn about a new topic, immerse yourself in podcasts and YouTube playlists. The Hard Thing About Hard Things by Ben Horowitz Social Links Xav on LinkedIn Cambridge Fu ..read more

Decentralized Finance, or 'DeFi', is one of the most interesting facets of Web3 -- and arguably the most disruptive. In this episode, Kamil and Callum run through some core DeFi concepts, and how Kamil bet his wedding savings on crypto... and won big. About Kamil Jura Kamil is the founder of Optical.Finance, a DeFi tracking and discovery platform that helps users monitor their portfolios and discover new yields. Kamil's Recommendations 1. Finematic's YouTube Channel 2. 'Millionaire Fast Lane' by MJ De Marco Social Links 1. Kamil on Twitter 2. Optical.Finance on Twitter 3. Optical.Finance Web ..read more

If you're familiar with liquid staking, you probably imagine a bunch of individual retail investors pooling their tokens and earning some flexible yield. In this episode, we welcome Simon Furlong (@0xOranges). Simon tells us how his company, Geode, is allowing DAOs to utilise liquid staking on a truly industrial scale. About Simon Furlong Simon Furlong is the founder of Geode; the world's first B2B Liquid Staking solution. Before jumping into Web3 full-time, Simon had a successful career in traditional finance in the City of London, UK. Simon's Recommendations 1. Learn economics 2. Listen to ..read more