In episode 183, we welcome Ken Timsit, Head of Cronos Labs, the $100M Web3 startup accelerator and ecosystem development arm of the Cronos blockchain. We discuss how to navigate the complexities of building in crypto, how zero-knowledge technology is revolutionizing identity and data sovereignty, and some tips for how you can build accessible Web3 experiences that drive real-world adoption.

In episode 180, we’re excited to welcome Simon from The Soci3ty to explore how they’re using Web3 to build a digital nation that creates value for all its members, and the world. We explore how the Soci3ty is leveraging blockchain to build a fairer, more connected world, the role of Web3 gamification and incentive mechanisms, their partnership with the Blockchain Africa Movement, and more.

In episode 179 we welcome Jennifer Senhaji, Head of Growth at Chronicle, to discuss the importance of Oracles in Web3’s future. We discuss how Chronicle is advancing the data infrastructure needed for decentralization, some of the social impact use cases oracles have supported, Chronicle’s partnership with MakerDAO securing $20B, and Jenn’s vision for the future of oracles in a decentralized world.

In episode 178, we’re excited to welcome Dr. Friederike Ernst, Co-Founder of Gnosis, to dive into how Gnosis has evolved from its early days to where it is now. We’ll explore how Gnosis is building practical Web3 solutions, the challenges of making these tools accessible to all, Gnosis’ governance approach, and what the future holds for decentralized applications in real-world use cases.

MiniPay’s focus on real-world solutions has made it one of the few blockchain-based applications to gain sustainable traction. By addressing everyday financial challenges, it has found a way to connect with real users—something still rare in the Web3 space. In this article, we explore what exactly made MiniPay’s first year successful, and what can other projects learn from its approach.

In episode 172, the 2nd part of a 2-part series, we welcome back Njeri Muhia & Abeera Akhtar from Mercy Corps Ventures, Greg Schneider & Marie-Odile Zanders from Empowa, and Irthu Suresh from Atlantis. We continue exploring their pilot projects using Web3 to build climate resilience, the role of blockchain, how to effectively measure impact, the next steps for scaling the projects, and more.

In episode 171, which is part 1 of a 2-part series, we’re excited to welcome five amazing guests: Njeri Muhia and Abeera Akhtar from Mercy Corps Ventures, Greg Schneider and Marie-Odile Zanders from Empowa, and Irthu Suresh from Atlantis. We explore the pilot projects that Empowa and Atlantis recently completed with the help of Mercy Corps Ventures which leverage Web3 to scale climate-resilient housing in Mozambique and improve clean water access in India.

In episode 170, we’re excited to welcome Agustin Liserra, CEO and Co-Founder of Num Finance, an organization on a mission to democratize investing with tokenized Real World Assets. We dive into what a tokenized RWA is, how they can democratize investing, the role of RWAs in climate finance and the ReFi movement, how blockchain can bring greater transparency and trust to investing, and much more.

In episode 153, we’re excited to welcome Professor Tonya Evans, an author, law professor specializing in Web3, consultant, and award-winning tech leader. Oh, and she even testified in front of congress about Web3 regulations. We discuss how Web3 can be key in building more equitable institutions, staying agile in challenging regulatory environments, building inclusion in Web3, and more.

Let’s face it, there are lots of acronyms and tech jargon in Web3, which can be confusing and a real barrier for those looking to break into the space. So, in this infographic we break down some of the most common acronyms used in Web3 including DeFi, ReFi, DeSci, DePIN, CoFi, DAOs, & DeSpace.

In episode 142, we welcome Frederik Gregaard, CEO of Cardano Foundation, a not-for-profit dedicated to advancing Cardano and working to anchor it as a utility for financial and social systems. We discuss how blockchain is key in reimagining traditional power structures and ushering in a new era of radical transparency, some of the social impact applications building on Cardano, and more.

In episode 133, we’re excited to welcome Will Le, CEO of impactMarket, the human empowerment protocol, which provides accessible financial solutions and knowledge to empower underprivileged people worldwide. We discuss how blockchain enables more transparent and effective microcredit programs, their innovative Learn & Earn Program, decentralized UBI for the last mile, and more.

In episode 113, we’re excited to welcome Bolaji Akinboro & Arkan Akin, Co-Founder’s of TóróNet, an L1 blockchain with a vision for a world of access where finance and technology help communities fulfill aspirations for a better life. We discuss how Web3 tools can drive financial inclusion in emerging economies, why blockchain is well suited to address the most pressing international development challenges, and much more.

In episode 112, we welcome Nick Lambert, CEO of Dock, a decentralized identity company that enables organizations to issue, manage, and verify fraud-proof credentials securely via blockchain. We discuss how decentralized identity can protect us in our digital world, the innovations of soulbound tokens and Zero-Knowledge Proofs, how decentralized identity will revolutionize industry, and more.

In episode 111, we welcome René Pinnell, Co-Founder of Artizen Fund, a movement using Web3 to unlock human creativity by reinventing how we fund art, science, technology, and design. We discuss the challenges getting funding for human creativity and how Web3 can address this, Artizen’s innovative artifact fundraising process, how blockchain can help put power in the hands of communities, and more.

In episode 110, we welcome Joshua Kagan, CEO & Co-Founder of Bonfire, a Web3 startup using the power of blockchain to enable every day people to have access to wealth generation. We discuss how blockchain can democratize access to real estate, how tokenization will revolutionize the way people invest in physical assets, how Web3 can create a fairer economy for younger generations, and much more.