"If you put the whole map of The Sandbox, it's as big as a megacity like New York, London or Paris in equivalent."This perspective hints at the immense scale and ambition behind building persistent, blockchain-based virtual worlds. In this episode of alpha un#, Sri Misra talks with Sebastien Borget, Co-Founder & COO of The Sandbox, delving into the creation of these expansive digital frontiers and the economies within them.Key Insights:True Digital Ownership via NFTsBlockchain Solving Creator MonetizationRise of Metaverse EconomiesDeFi Potential in Virtual WorldsInteroperability as a Core Web3 GoalChapters:00:02:10 What is a Blockchain-Based Metaverse?00:08:39 Introducing The Sandbox: Origins & Evolution00:15:30 Why Blockchain Gaming/NFTs Found Product-Market Fit00:23:56 The Growth of Blockchain Gaming in Asia00:28:04 Tackling UX Challenges in Web3 Gaming00:33:43 Understanding Virtual Land in The Sandbox00:40:25 Social Impact: Real Connections in Virtual Worlds?00:44:35 Security Challenges in the Metaverse & Crypto00:52:08 The Intersection of DeFi and the Metaverse00:58:03 Sebastien's Entrepreneurial Journey & Motivation#Metaverse #BlockchainGaming #NFTs #Web3 #Crypto #DeFi #DigitalOwnership #VirtualWorlds #PlayToEarn #CreatorEconomy #Decentralization #CryptoPodcast

"NFTs are not JPEGs that you collect, buy, sell, make money. They are a technology to digitally represent, secure and do everything online for any unique asset type." In this episode of alpha un# podcast, Alexander Mitrovich, CEO of Unique Network, challenges the common perception of NFTs as mere digital collectibles. He reveals their profound potential as a fundamental technology for certifying and managing unique assets, particularly in the burgeoning field of Artificial Intelligence. This core insight sets the stage for a thorough exploration of how blockchain can address critical challenges in AI development and deployment.Other Key Insights:✅NFTs have crucial applications beyond collectibles, including real-world asset tokenization, Web3 gaming, and digital identity.✅The legal and social frameworks surrounding real-world asset tokenization (especially real estate) present significant, but not insurmountable, hurdles.✅Web3 gaming is finding product-market fit by focusing on genuine utility and sustainable value creation, rather than speculative hype.✅NFTs can play a vital role in ensuring the authenticity and trustworthiness of AI by certifying inputs (training data), outputs (generated content), and even the AI models themselves.✅Unique Network's infrastructure on Polkadot offers the scalability and low cost necessary for widespread NFT adoption in data-intensive applications like AI.✅The intersection of Unique Network and BitTensor represents a promising approach to solving complex incentive problems in decentralized AI.Chapters:00:00:00 - Introduction to alpha un# and Alexander Mitrovich00:03:39 - Alexander's Big Picture Vision for NFTs00:05:52 - NFTs, Identity, and Ownership on the Blockchain00:07:44 - The Social and Legal Challenges of NFT Adoption00:09:58 - NFTs and the Future of AI: A Promising Intersection00:14:43 - Tokenizing Real-World Assets: ERC-20 vs. NFTs00:16:16 - Fractionalizing NFTs: How it Works and Why it Matters00:21:16 - Bridging the Gap: Bringing Off-Chain Assets On-Chain with NFTs00:23:01 - Web3 Gaming: Finding Product-Market Fit with NFTs00:33:53 - The Future of NFTs in Music, Ticketing, and Digital Rights00:38:44 - AI Agents and NFTs: Authenticity, Ownership, and On-Chain Activity00:50:51 - Unique Network: Scalable NFT Infrastructure on Polkadot00:54:46 - Unique Network and BitTensor: Solving Decentralized AI Challenges01:06:17 - The Future of NFTs: A Toast to What's Next#NFTs #Web3 #Blockchain #AI #ArtificialIntelligence #Crypto #DeFi #Tokenization #RWA #RealWorldAssets #Gaming #DigitalIdentity #Polkadot #BitTensor #DecentralizedAI #TechInnovation #FutureofFinance #DataAuthenticity #Podcast #Interview

For businesses built on strong communities, the question isn't if Web3 matters, but how to effectively integrate it. This episode of alpha un# provides a practical roadmap.Join host Srikumar Misra as he dives deep with Dharamveer Singh Chouhan, Co-Founder & CEO of Zo World (and the innovator behind the Zostel hostel chain), to explore how to leverage Web3 technologies to enhance, not replace, your existing community. Dharamveer shares his unique journey from fostering real-world connections at Zostel to building a global, decentralized community with Zo World, proving that IRL (In Real Life) interaction is more important than ever.This video is a must-watch if you want to:👉Understand the real value proposition of Web3 for community-driven businesses.👉Learn how to seamlessly blend online and offline engagement.👉Discover practical strategies for using NFTs as membership tools, access keys, and identity markers.👉Master the art of using tokens to incentivize participation and reward loyalty (without the hype).👉Develop a sustainable, long-term Web3 strategy that aligns with your core values. 👉Avoid common Web3 implementation mistakes. 👉Build a thriving community that spans both the physical and digital worlds.Chapters:[03:18] Introduction to Dharamveer and alpha un#[03:35] Sri Reminisces his stay at Zo House[04:47] The Genesis of ZoWorld and ZoHouse: From Hostels to Web3 Hubs[07:51] ZoWorld vs. ZoHouse: Understanding the Ecosystem[08:52] ZoHouse as an Incubator: Fostering Web3 Projects[10:29] DeFi's Philosophical and Technological Impact[12:22] Bridging Zostel's Community to the Web3 Version[15:03] Zostel's Decentralized Model: Empowering Local Entrepreneurs[17:57] Connecting On-Chain and Off-Chain: NFTs, Tokens, and Real-World Utility[21:53] Zostel's Craziest Stories: Travelers Seeking Truth[24:50] Zostel and ZoWorld: Deep Web3 Integration[26:55] NFTs: Beyond Digital Art, Establishing Identity[28:37] Building a Community, the value of ZoWorld's Founders NFTs#Web3 #Crypto #DeFi #CommunityBuilding #NFT #Zostel #ZoWorld #ZoHouse #Decentralized #Blockchain #IRL #Metaverse #Startup #Entrepreneurship #Podcast #Hospitality #Travel #DigitalNomad #DAO #Tokenomics #LoyaltyProgram

"Everything will be tokenized and every single currency in the world needs to have representation on-chain." Simon Dingle, founder of Inves Capital and creator of the South African Rand stablecoin (ZARP), joins Srikumar Misra on alpha un# and believes we're at the dawn of a financial revolution. He argues that the proven staying power of crypto, combined with the eventual tokenization of all real-world assets, necessitates a stablecoin for every fiat currency. This isn't just about efficiency; it's about global financial inclusion and a radical shift in how we interact with money.Key Insights from this Episode:👉Stablecoins are not just a crypto-native tool; they're fundamentally better for anything you can do with money (payments, remittances, treasury management, etc.).👉Emerging markets are leading stablecoin adoption due to the demand for USD access and the need for lower-cost, more efficient cross-border payments.👉Local currency stablecoins provide a sounder base for DeFi participation in emerging economies, mitigating the risks of dollar-denominated debt.👉While security threats are real, the inherent transparency of blockchains acts as a significant deterrent to illicit activity, arguably more so than traditional finance.👉Reserve-backed stablecoins are likely to remain the dominant model, as they provide the most reliable peg to underlying value.👉Regulation, while sometimes a hurdle, is ultimately shaping a more mature and sustainable crypto landscape.Chapters:[00:02:24:42] Current Use Cases of Stablecoins[00:03:51:93] Stablecoins: Better at Everything Money Can Do[00:06:17:52] The ZARP Stablecoin: Journey and Adoption[00:09:36:36] Accessing and Using ZARP[00:11:38:44] The South African Rand vs. USD Stablecoins[00:12:55:73] The special features of the South African Rand[00:13:46:50] Simon Dingle's Crypto Journey: From Bitcoin to ZARP[00:18:33:22] Crypto Market Cycles and the Role of Stablecoins[00:27:26:76] The Four Pillars of the Token Ecosystem[00:34:45:62] Security, Freeze Authority, and Stablecoins[00:44:45:36] Algorithmic vs. Reserve-Backed Stablecoins[00:47:53:91] The Viability of a Basket-Based Stablecoin (Libra/Diem)[00:53:34:16] Stablecoin Adoption in Africa and Emerging MarketsAbout alpha unhashed:The alpha un# podcast is hosted by Sri Misra, founder of aarna protocol and Milk Mantra. His journey, marked by overcoming adversity and building successful ventures, fuels his passion for disrupting entrenched systems and championing a decentralized future.Connect:Simon: https://www.linkedin.com/in/simon-dingle-323056a4/

Sri: https://www.linkedin.com/in/srimisra/

aarna protocol: aarna.ai#stablecoin #crypto #blockchain #DeFi #Web3 #SouthAfrica #ZARP #Rand #InvesCapital #tokenization #RWA #emergingmarkets #fintech #payments #remittances #digitalcurrency #cryptocurrency #Bitcoin #Ethereum #financialinclusion #regulation #assetmanagement #africa Disclaimer: The information presented is for educational purposes only. Views expressed are those of the speakers, not necessarily the channel. You are responsible for your own research and decisions.Copyright: © 2024 Aarna AI Pte Ltd, Singapore. All rights reserved. You may share this video using the YouTube share function.

Join us in this episode of the alpha un# podcast as we explore Fully Homomorphic Encryption (FHE) with Christian Pusateri, Cofounder, Mind Network, uncovering its potential to revolutionize data privacy and security. Explore how FHE is transforming AI, enabling secure data sharing and collaboration without compromising sensitive information – tune in to learn more!

The alpha un# podcast is hosted by Sri Misra, founder of aarna protocol and Milk Mantra. His journey, marked by overcoming adversity and building successful ventures, fuels his passion for disrupting entrenched systems and championing a decentralized future.

Connect:

Christian: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christian-pusateri/

Sri: https://www.linkedin.com/in/srimisra/

aarna protocol: aarna.ai

Disclaimer: The information presented is for educational purposes only. Views expressed are those of the speakers, not necessarily the channel. You are responsible for your own research and decisions.

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Join us in this episode of the Alpha Un# Podcast as we explore the transformative realm of decentralized finance (DeFi) with Akshit Bordia, founder of LogX. Learn all about the significance of perpetual contracts and how LogX is pioneering a seamless trading experience that bridges the best of decentralized and centralized exchanges. Tune in to understand the dynamic nature of crypto assets and the future of trading.

The alpha un# podcast is hosted by Sri Misra, founder of Aarna Protocol and Milk Mantra. His journey, marked by overcoming adversity and building successful ventures, fuels his passion for disrupting entrenched systems and championing a decentralized future.

Connect:

Akshit: https://www.linkedin.com/in/akshitbordia/

Sri: https://www.linkedin.com/in/srimisra/

aarna protocol: aarna.ai

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Join us in this episode of the Alpha Un# Podcast as we explore the intersection of blockchain and traditional finance with Nitin Gaur, Founder & CTO of LedgerLink. Don't miss out on the future of digital assets and their impact on banking!

The alpha un# podcast is hosted by Sri Misra, founder of Aarna Protocol and Milk Mantra. His journey, marked by overcoming adversity and building successful ventures, fuels his passion for disrupting entrenched systems and championing a decentralized future.

Connect:

Nitin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nitin-gaur-75571a9/

Sri: https://www.linkedin.com/in/srimisra/

aarna protocol: aarna.ai

Disclaimer: The information presented is for educational purposes only. Views expressed are those of the speakers, not necessarily the channel. You are responsible for your own research and decisions.

Copyright: © 2024 Aarna AI Pte Ltd, Singapore. All rights reserved. You may share this video using the YouTube share function.