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Next Podcast Episode - November 19th - Trailblazers of Octant Pt 1
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Crypto Altruism Podcast Episode 173 - The Pipe gDAO - Bringing University Innovations from Lab to Market with Blockchain and IP Tokenization
In episode 173, we welcome Batsirai Muguti & Wayne Anthony Daniels of Pipe gDAO, a DAO community leveraging blockchain to build a University RWA IP Launchpad to bring innovations from lab to market. We explore what the European Paradox is, how they are addressing it by creating a decentralized ecosystem that tokenizes IP, and why Web3 primitives are essential in bringing it to life.
Crypto Altruism Monthly Recap - July 2024
Crypto Altruism highlights from July 2024 - Tips for onboarding nonprofits to Web3, discussing Web3 public goods funding mechanisms with David Casey of Funding the Commons, exploring the Decentralized Space (DeSpace) movement, and exploring the Octant ecosystem.
INFOGRAPHIC - An Introduction to DeSpace
Decentralized Space (DeSpace) is a growing movement leveraging blockchain technology and decentralized principles to democratize space exploration and research. In this infographic, we dive into the exciting world of DeSpace, including some of its most compelling use cases, and highlight some of the pioneering projects leading the way in efforts to decentralize space.
Impact on Optimism Episode 1 - Holonym - Web3 Privacy, Security, & Accessibility for the New Digital Commons
For episode 1 of the Impact on Optimism miniseries, we’re excited to welcome Shady El Damaty, Co-Founder of Holonym, a decentralized protocol providing solutions for identity verification, privacy-preserving verified claims, and user-owned identity. We discuss the role Web3 can play in building a safer digital world, why they chose the OP stack, Optimism’s RetroPGF program, and much more.
Crypto Altruism Monthly Recap - June 2024
Crypto Altruism highlights from June 2024 - Why scientists should embrace Decentralized Science (DeSci), discussing the Regen movement with world record tree planter Jimi Cohen, blockchain and the fight against climate change, and Web3 strategy for nonprofits.
Crypto Altruism Podcast Episode 162 - LunCo - Decentralizing Space Exploration
In episode 162, we’re excited to welcome Rod Mamin, Founder of LunCo, an organization on a mission to decentralize space exploration and catalyze open source space engineering. We talk about the growing DeSpace movement, how Web3 can help address the pain points in traditional space research, bringing an open source ethos to space engineering, and much more.
Five Reasons Scientists Should Embrace the Decentralized Science Movement
The decentralized science movement holds immense promise for transforming the research landscape by addressing some of the most pressing challenges faced by scientists today. By opening up new funding opportunities, ensuring fair IP ownership, opening up access to scientific data, and more, DeSci offers a more inclusive, transparent, and equitable model for scientific research.
Crypto Altruism Podcast Episode 159 - MesoReef DAO - Web3 Coordination Mechanisms for Coral Reef Restoration and Conservation
In episode 159, we’re excited to welcome Rodrigo Nuñez, Co-Founder of MesoReefDAO, a decentralized organization leveraging Web3 technology to scale coral reef conservation in the Mesoamerican Barrier Reef System. We discuss how Web3 mechanisms can help incentivize coral restoration, partnering with local organizations as a DAO, the role of decentralized science in conservation efforts, and more!
INFOGRAPHIC - Breaking down common Web3 acronyms
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.
Crypto Altruism Podcast Episode 148 - Sensay - Revolutionizing dementia care with AI and blockchain
In episode 148, we’re excited to welcome Dan Thomson of Sensay, a project on a mission to revolutionize Dementia and Alzheimer's Care through AI-Powered Memory Preservation and Family Connections. We discuss how Web3 and AI can support those living with dementia and their families, the role of blockchain in the responsible development of AI, Sensay’s recent token launch, and much more.
Crypto Altruism Podcast Episode 139 - WaterLab - Accelerating the Development of Regenerative Water with Web3
In episode 139, we’re excited to welcome Aaron and Renée of WaterLab, a decentralized national water laboratory for the research and development of advanced desalination and regenerative water. We discuss the role Web3 can play in achieving water abundance, blockchain-based water credits, IP-NFTs, the exciting potential of the Decentralized Science movement, and much more.
15 Pioneering Web3 Projects Revolutionizing Space Exploration, Discovery, and Education
As we enter a new era of space exploration, blockchain is emerging as a disruptive force, fueled by the Decentralized Space movement that aims to democratize access to space. In this article, we highlight 15 visionary projects harnessing the power of Web3 for space exploration, discovery, and education. Prepare for liftoff as we dive into a future where blockchain meets the stars.
Crypto Altruism Podcast Episode 126 - Cerebrum DAO - Decentralized funding of brain health research
In episode 126, we’re excited to welcome Brian Magierski, Founder of Cerebrum DAO, an open, global community collectively sourcing, brainstorming, and funding solutions to advance brain health and prevent neurodegeneration. We discuss how Web3 tools can advance brain health research, using DAO architecture to coordinate communities, how the decentralized science movement can empower scientists, and more.
INFOGRAPHIC: Blockchain and Healthcare
The global healthcare sector is facing numerous challenges including a lack of funding, inequitable access, and high levels of clinician burnout, all leading to poor patient outcomes. Blockchain technology has the potential to revolutionize the healthcare industry by empowering patients with control over their data, restoring trust in health care, and improving overall quality of care.
Crypto Altruism Monthly Recap - June 2023
Newsletter highlighting the most popular Crypto Altruism content from June 2023: Decentralized Science vs. Traditional Science, building an accessible Web3 ecosystem for Nonprofits, supporting women’s health research with blockchain, and the fight for LGBTIQ rights in Web3 and beyond.
INFOGRAPHIC: Decentralized Science vs. Traditional Science
The Decentralized Science (DeSci) movement has gained incredible momentum in recent years as it seeks to address many of the pain points in traditional science including centralized governance, precarious funding, a lack of access to data, and centralized compensation models.
Web3 - A Disruptive Tool For Social Impact
Cryptocurrency is more than just an investment. Cryptocurrency, blockchain, and web3 are generational technologies that have the potential to change the world for the better. These ground-breaking technologies will positively disrupt nearly all aspects of our lives in the coming decades: the internet, our financial systems, supply chains, health care, and everything in between. From a social impact lens, blockchain is the single greatest development since the internet.
It has the potential to revolutionize the way aid is disbursed, how funds are raised by non-profits and charitable causes, how communities and collectives organize and engage in self-governance, how CO2 is tracked and managed, how important financial services are delivered to the nearly 2 billion unbanked people around the world, and much more. We are only just scratching the surface of the intersections between web3 and social good.
Crypto Altruism is the leading platform for content highlighting the social impact use cases of web3 and the extraordinary organizations and projects that are using this technology to change the world. Through our blog, podcast, and educational resources, we elevate stories of how crypto, blockchain, NFTs, DAOs, and other web3 innovations are being used all over the world for novel and inspiring use cases.