Crypto Altruism Podcast Episode 160 - CryptoConexión & WAGMI LatAm - Catalyzing the Next Generation of Web3 Innovators in Latin America
In episode 160, we’re excited to welcome Monica Talan of CryptoConexión and WAGMI LatAm, two incredible projects focused on catalyzing the Web3 movement in Latin America. We discuss why Latin America has been such an exciting hub for innovation, how Web3 can create economic and social inclusion in the region, some of the most exciting projects coming out of Latin America, and much more.
Three Key Takeaways
One of the biggest barriers to accessing Web3 for non-English speakers in a lack of resources and educational materials in their language. The importance of this cannot be understated, so it’s vital that education and onboarding projects (including Crypto Altruism) work to offer their content in multiple languages.
Hackathons are an incredible tool for catalyzing innovation, however they have traditionally been focused on the development of software. There can be a lot of value in expanding the concept and culture of hackathons to other disciplines including education, international development, public goods, etc., to ensure diverse individuals can benefit from hackathons.
A combination of great leaders, a focus on the ethos of Web3, projects centered around accessibility and social impact, and a pre-existing foundation of innovation make Latin America a great place for building and experimenting in Web3.
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Episode Time Stamps
02:30 - What was your “Ah hah” moment that first got you excited about cryptocurrency and web3?
04:40 - To start things off, can you please give listeners a quick intro to the mission of CryptoConexión?
07:05 - You are also a Founding Member of WAGMI LatAm, which has a mission of onboarding 5 million Latinas into Web3 by 2030! Tell me more about the initiatives being offered by WAGMI LatAm to help accomplish this.
09:20 - Do you mind sharing more about your upcoming hackathon?
11:50 - LatAm has been a hotspot for many innovations and exciting Web3 projects. What makes it such a good place for Web3 innovators to build?
15:40 - A lot of your work focuses on onboarding new builders to Web3, which can be challenging! What are some key things that the broader Web3 community can do to help make Web3 accessible to newcomers?
19:20 - I want to share a quote from the CryptoConexión website that has been roughly translated to English for this interview – “We are convinced that decentralized innovation represents a path to promote financial inclusion, strengthen gender equality, promote equal development opportunities, promote education, culture and creativity, among other positive effects for the global community.” What is it about Web3 that convinces you it is a such a positive force for social good?
22:50 - A lot of your work centers around Public Goods, and I understand that CryptoConexión is in the process of launching a new project – Onchain Lotería – which aims to merge public goods and “Degen” culture. Tell me more about this project?
26:35 - Are there any specific Web3 projects founded in LatAm that you’d like to highlight?
29:40 - What’s the best way for listeners to get in touch and learn more about your work?
31:30 - To wrap things up, if you could name one thing that excites you most about the social impact potential of web3, what would it be and why?
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