248: Revolutionizing Entertainment: The Power of Digital Collectibles with Hiram Vazquez
Release Date: 11/01/2023
252: Digital Mavericks & the Future of Web3 with Debbie Soon
The Blockchain Show
After a long hiatus, we’re back-and this time, with a truly inspiring guest: Debbie Soon. In this episode, We sit down with the investor, entrepreneur, and author of Digital Mavericks: A Guide to Web3, NFTs, and Becoming the Main Character of the Next Internet Revolution. In this episode: Debbie’s journey from traditional finance to co-founding HUG with Randi Zuckerberg What it means to be a “digital maverick” in a decentralized world The evolving relationship between blockchain, AI, and the art world How NFTs are empowering creators with financial freedom The role of...
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251: Building the Future of Digital Asset Custody with Tom Kiddle of Palisade
The Blockchain Show
In this episode of The Blockchain Show, Ethan sits down with Tom Kiddle, co-founder of Palisade—a French-regulated digital asset custody provider backed by Ripple. Together, they explore the evolving landscape of crypto custody and wallet infrastructure in the Web3 era. Tom shares his insights into the critical role custodians play in the adoption of cryptocurrencies, highlighting how Palisade's bespoke approach enables businesses to integrate blockchain technology seamlessly. He delves into the challenges of explaining blockchain to newcomers, the impact of global crypto regulation...
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250: Unlocking On-Chain Privacy - Exploring 'Private POI' and the Railgun Privacy System with Kieran Mesquita
The Blockchain Show
In this landmark 250th episode, we dive deep into the realm of on-chain privacy, secure transactions, and the evolving landscape of crypto with Kieran from Railgun. The conversation starts by unraveling the concept of 'private POI' (Proof of Innocence), a powerful tool enabling users to engage with systems anonymously, preventing unauthorized access and abuse. Kieran guides us through the intricate workings of 'private POI' and sheds light on how it aligns with Railgun's commitment to uncompromising on-chain privacy. Real-world instances of Railgun's application in both payroll and...
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249: Democratizing DeFi: The Bracket Labs Vision Unveiled with Pelli Wang and Michael Wasyl
The Blockchain Show
Bracket Labs' founders, Michael Wasyl and Pelli Wang, take center stage to share their mission of democratizing decentralized finance (DeFi). Pelli, with a background in traditional finance and crypto incubation, and Michael, seasoned in financial analytics at Bloomberg, discuss their journey and the genesis of Bracket Labs. The duo unveils their ambitious plans for crypto volatility products, aiming to fill gaps in the market and make DeFi more accessible. They introduce Bracket X, a tool enabling leverage positions on blue-chip assets, and explore the concept and benefits of crypto...
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248: Revolutionizing Entertainment: The Power of Digital Collectibles with Hiram Vazquez
The Blockchain Show
In this episode, we have a captivating conversation with Hiram Vazquez, the founder and CEO of LALA. LALA is leading the charge in transforming the entertainment industry by redefining the fan experience through digital collectibles. Join us as we delve into the world of NFTs, exploring how LALA's innovative offerings set them apart in a rapidly evolving market. We uncover how LALA is rewriting the revenue model for the entertainment sector, and gain exclusive insights into their exciting projects. Hiram shares real-life examples of how fans can earn from their favorite movies and TV shows and...
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247: Navigating the World of Cryptocurrency with Dr. Tonya M. Evans
The Blockchain Show
In this episode of "The Blockchain Show," we delve into the ever-evolving world of cryptocurrency with an exceptional guest, Dr. Tonya M. Evans. Driven by her mission to transform the crypto-curious into the crypto-confident, Dr. Evans brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the table. As a distinguished law professor, keynote speaker, author, and podcast host, she has emerged as a trusted voice in the cryptocurrency landscape. Our conversation takes us on a journey through various facets of the crypto universe. Dr. Tonya M. Evans unravels common myths, offers practical insights for...
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246: Unlocking Crypto Liquidity with Machine Learning: Brad Chase, Head of Liquidity Products at Ripple
The Blockchain Show
In Episode 246 of The Blockchain Show, we sit down with Brad Chase, the Head of Liquidity Products at Ripple, a pioneering enterprise crypto solutions provider. Brad takes us on a journey through the intersection of machine learning, artificial intelligence (AI), and the crypto industry, shedding light on how Ripple leverages these cutting-edge technologies to build liquidity products that facilitate seamless transactions for hundreds of customers, amounting to billions of dollars. Brad shares insights into his pivotal role in developing Ripple's Liquidity Hub, a platform that enables...
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245: Transforming Financial Inclusion: Sherry Jiang on Decentralized Finance and Bluejay's Mission
The Blockchain Show
In this episode of The Blockchain Show, we are joined by Sherry Jiang, a former product manager at Google and Amazon and the founder of Bluejay Finance. Sherry shares her inspiring journey from the tech giants to the world of decentralized finance and how Bluejay Finance is leveraging DeFi to provide financial services to under-banked populations in Asia. Throughout the conversation, Sherry sheds light on the challenges women face in the decentralized finance space and the importance of creating a more inclusive industry. She also discusses the unique advantages that decentralized finance...
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244: Unleashing the Power of Web3 Gaming: A Conversation with Michael Sanders / Horizon Blockchain Games
The Blockchain Show
Join us on episode 244 as we delve into the exciting world of blockchain gaming with our special guest from Horizon Blockchain Games. Backed by industry giants like Brevan Howard Digital and Ubisoft, Horizon is at the forefront of revolutionizing the gaming ecosystem. Our guest, Michael Sanders, co-founder of Horizon Blockchain Games, will take us on a journey through the potential of web3 and its impact on the gaming industry. Michael is a dynamic storyteller who has a unique ability to connect the dots and make complex concepts understandable. His passion for blockchain technologies sparked...
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243: Unlocking the Power of Data: Exploring Fluree's Blockchain-based Data Management with Brian Platz
The Blockchain Show
In this episode, we dive into the world of data management and the power of blockchain technology with our special guest, Brian Platz, CEO and co-founder of Fluree. Fluree is a web3 company that has developed an innovative graph ledger database and data pipeline toolset for trusted and secure data management. In today's fast-paced business environment, data has become the new oil, and Fluree is at the forefront of leveraging blockchain technology to harness its potential. With their decentralized and trusted data storage capabilities, Fluree enables developers to store and manage data in a...
info_outlineIn this episode, we have a captivating conversation with Hiram Vazquez, the founder and CEO of LALA. LALA is leading the charge in transforming the entertainment industry by redefining the fan experience through digital collectibles. Join us as we delve into the world of NFTs, exploring how LALA's innovative offerings set them apart in a rapidly evolving market. We uncover how LALA is rewriting the revenue model for the entertainment sector, and gain exclusive insights into their exciting projects. Hiram shares real-life examples of how fans can earn from their favorite movies and TV shows and discusses his inspiring entrepreneurial journey from venture capital to leading a groundbreaking digital collectibles platform. We also explore the challenges he's overcome, the future vision for LALA, and the evolving landscape of blockchain, NFTs, and the entertainment industry. Don't miss this episode to discover the endless possibilities of fan engagement and revenue sharing in entertainment with LALA's visionary CEO, Hiram Vazquez.