251: Building the Future of Digital Asset Custody with Tom Kiddle of Palisade
Release Date: 12/10/2024
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info_outlineIn 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 (including differences between the U.S., U.K., and UAE), and why security and deep blockchain integration are essential for success.
They also discuss Palisade's partnership with Ripple, the rise of payment use cases as practical blockchain applications, and the ongoing development of Non-Interactive Proof of Concept (Npc) technology aimed at revolutionizing wallet infrastructure. Tom offers an optimistic view of the industry's future, comparing blockchain's transformative potential to the early days of the internet.
Key Takeaways:
- The importance of wallet infrastructure as the gateway to Web3.
- Why the U.S. is falling behind in crypto regulation and what needs to change.
- The critical role of custodians in protecting digital assets and fostering mainstream adoption.
- Palisade's innovative approach to integrating blockchain and securing wallet infrastructure.
- How blockchain can revolutionize businesses—and why companies must adapt or risk falling behind.
Next Steps for Palisade:
- Continuing development and demonstration of Non-Interactive Proof of Concept (Npc) technology in 2025.
- Focusing on payment use cases and adding value to businesses in the coming year.
- Showcasing wallet infrastructure technology to product teams and builders.
- Strengthening deep integrations with select blockchains poised for success.
Tune in to hear how Palisade is shaping the future of digital asset custody and why Tom believes blockchain adoption is inevitable.