The Crypto Conversation

Daniel Dizon is the Founder of Swell, an Ethereum liquid staking protocol, backed by Mark Cuban, Bankless, Framework, Apollo, Maven 11, and more. Daniel is actively involved in the DeFi ecosystem as an early-stage strategic advisor and angel investor. Previously, Daniel founded and exited a software start-up and formerly served in corporate finance advisory roles, including portfolio management for multibillion-dollar portfolios for various public sector clients. Why you should listen Liquid staking allows users to stake their ETH to earn rewards while using their ETH in DeFi applications simultaneously. Daniel highlights that Ethereum staking is growing but has great potential for further adoption. Swell has seen significant growth with 45,000 ETH ($80 million USD) being staked and over 10,000 unique wallets participating in their protocol. The success can be attributed to innovative features like gamified incentivization through "Pearls" and community engagement through events called Voyages. Supporting links Coinsbee Swell Andy on Twitter Brave New Coin on Twitter Brave New Coin If you enjoyed the show please subscribe to the Crypto Conversation and give us a 5-star rating and a positive review in whatever podcast app you are using.

Christopher Brookins is the co-founder of RociFi, a DeFi primitive for on-chain scoring and capital-efficient lending. Why you should listen RociFi enables borrowers with clean EVM-compatible on-chain history and reputation to borrow with collateral while offering lenders a high, stable deposit yield. In order to borrow on RociFi, users must mint an ERC-1155 token, NFCS (Non-Fungible Credit Score). The NFCS proves ownership of the address bundle that the borrower wishes to be credit scored. The need for a unique, non-transferable on-chain credential that unlocks greater utility and safety across Web3 has grown in interest since Vitalik Buterin's recent post about "Soulbound" tokens. RociFi's NFCS (Non-fungible credit score) is designed to be Web3's first, verified token for credit, reputation, and trust. As the need for on-chain reputation and credit scoring grows, Chris says RociFi is moving away from under-collateralized lending and will focus on credit scoring, expanding utility, and integration with other projects. Potential future directions for the protocol include reconfiguring credit scores for lower borrow rates or partnering with existing liquidity pools. There is an upcoming token launch for ROCI via an IDO which will unlock elements of integration and collaboration in their platform. They aim to grow liquidity responsibly and decentralize the credit scoring apparatus. After token launch, the core team plans to introduce an incentive and staking system designed to attract and retain sticky token holders that promote long-term growth and sustainability of the protocol. Supporting links Coinsbee RociFi Andy on Twitter Brave New Coin on Twitter Brave New Coin If you enjoyed the show please subscribe to the Crypto Conversation and give us a 5-star rating and a positive review in whatever podcast app you are using.

Moka Han is the COO at BitKeep Wallet which has been acquired by Bitget and rebranded to the Bitget Wallet. With over 10 years of experience in FinTech, Moka has led BitKeep to achieve several growth milestones and into the largest multi-chain wallet in Asia. Why you should listen Bitkeep's collaboration with the Bitget exchange and brand repositioning as Bitget Wallet was conceptualized from a desire to take their integrated trading features to the next level to better cater their services towards the needs of their users. The wallet is now a fully-furnished application with a portfolio of useful features for users, such as Assets Discovery and Management, Swap Service, NFT Trading Marketplace, PoS Staking, DApp browser, Launchpad, and more. As a self-custodial Web3 "Wallet Exchange", Bitget Wallet aims to serve as the ultimate gateway for users to explore the world of Web3 with just a tap of a finger by integrating these purpose-built features on a dynamic interface. Click here to get a Crypto Red Packet Deposit bonus with the Bitget Wallet. Supporting links Bitget VIP Link Crypto Red Packet Deposit Bonus Link Bitget Wallet Andy on Twitter Brave New Coin on Twitter Brave New Coin If you enjoyed the show please subscribe to the Crypto Conversation and give us a 5-star rating and a positive review in whatever podcast app you are using.

Jake Claver is the founder of Digital Ascension Group, and a business leader, keynote speaker, and performance expert who helps professionals build wealth and grow their businesses. Why you should listen Jake services a client list of high-net-worth individuals to help them secure wealth for generations to come. He runs the Beyond Broke Mastermind Group to give individuals affordable access to a powerful network, game-changing knowledge and deal flow. Supporting links Bitget VIP Link Digital Ascension Group Beyond Broke Mastermind Andy on Twitter Brave New Coin on Twitter Brave New Coin If you enjoyed the show please subscribe to the Crypto Conversation and give us a 5-star rating and a positive review in whatever podcast app you are using.

Graham Elwood is a comedian, filmmaker, and podcaster. He has just spent time on the ground in El Salvador exploring the country's Bitcoin adoption. He is producing a new documentary called Bitcoin Saves El Salvador. Why you should listen Graham first learned about Bitcoin when Max Kaiser appeared on his show Political Vigilante. Graham discusses his experience in El Salvador, particularly in Bitcoin Beach, where he witnessed the adoption of Bitcoin and its positive impact on the local community. NGOs like My Premier Bitcoin and Hope House are educating locals about using Bitcoin in a circular economy and providing language education. Graham was impressed with being able to use Bitcoin for everyday transactions like renting a surfboard and noted the lack of crime compared to other Latin American countries. He highlights how legalizing Bitcoin has helped redirect extortion money back into the economy, creating hope for a brighter future in El Salvador. The adoption of Bitcoin varies across towns and regions, but there is overall optimism among those he spoke with regarding President Bukele's actions against criminals and corruption and the adoption of Bitcoin. Graham is raising funds for his documentary project and hopes that the Bitcoin community will support it. He sees potential in combining Bitcoin with film production ensure fair compensation for content creators. Supporting links Bitget VIP Link Graham Elwood Graham on Twitter Andy on Twitter Brave New Coin on Twitter Brave New Coin If you enjoyed the show please subscribe to the Crypto Conversation and give us a 5-star rating and a positive review in whatever podcast app you are using.

Petr Kozyakov is the Co-founder and CEO of Mercuryo, a global payments infrastructure platform. Why you should listen Mercuryo began in 2018 as an onramp solution to help users buy crypto easily and at lower costs. Later, they expanded their services to provide banking solutions, payment solutions, and to act as a bridge between traditional financial institutions and crypto companies. They now work with many high profile international fintechs and crypto companies. Petr talks about the challenges faced by crypto companies in accessing fiat infrastructure due to banks' risk aversion towards cryptocurrencies. Petr also mentions that self-custodial wallets are becoming popular among users after incidents like the FTX collapse, leading to increased demand for using crypto in daily life. Petr predicts that by 2024, large crypto players will start providing fiat services, leading to real crypto adoption in the second half of 2024 and beyond. He emphasizes the importance of efficiency, sustainability, and finding real use cases for cryptocurrencies in improving operations. Petr highlights his company's ability to provide all services in one place, easy integration, and a long-term strategy for partners to evolve into crypto fintechs quickly. Supporting links Bitget VIP Link Mercuryo Andy on Twitter Brave New Coin on Twitter Brave New Coin If you enjoyed the show please subscribe to the Crypto Conversation and give us a 5-star rating and a positive review in whatever podcast app you are using.

Denis Creighton is the CEO of IMPT, a carbon-offsetting ecosystem designed to connect global retail brands with socially responsible individuals and businesses seeking to reduce their carbon footprint. Why you should listen Described as the Planet's Loyalty Programme, IIMPT is a carbon-offsetting ecosystem designed to connect retail brands with socially responsible individuals and businesses seeking to reduce their carbon footprint. Carbon offsetting is a mechanism that allows individuals, organizations, or companies to compensate for their greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by funding projects that reduce or remove an equivalent amount of emissions elsewhere. The idea behind carbon offsetting is to achieve carbon neutrality, where the total emissions produced are balanced by an equivalent reduction in emissions or removal of carbon dioxide from the atmosphere. While carbon offsetting can play a role in mitigating climate change, its effectiveness and impact can vary depending on several factors. IMPT's tech stack demonstrates the value of Web3 by aiming to unlock transparency and verification in the carbon credit industry. IMPT aims to disrupt two areas: online retail shopping and the carbon credits industry. IMPT has the power to give socially conscious shoppers the ability to make a difference by reducing their carbon footprint through easy and adaptable ways. With the carbon credits sector — by using the benefits of the blockchain and the non-fungible token (NFT) process IMPT aims to build a credible and transparent ecosystem. Supporting links Bitget VIP Link IMPT Andy on Twitter Brave New Coin on Twitter Brave New Coin If you enjoyed the show please subscribe to the Crypto Conversation and give us a 5-star rating and a positive review in whatever podcast app you are using.

Micky (Mr. Telecom) Watkins is the CEO at World Mobile, a mobile network owned by the people and built on blockchain technology. Micky shares his background in telecommunications and his passion for connecting the unconnected. Why you should listen Micky understands the importance of internet access for underserved communities and is focused on providing connectivity. World Mobile started as a privacy-based platform but shifted its focus to connecting the unconnected to address the fact that half of the world's population lacks proper internet access. Mickey explains how they set up an air node device in a remote village in Tanzania, which had a positive impact on the villagers' lives by improving communication and economic opportunities. They further explore World Mobile's mission to connect unconnected regions using off-the-shelf hardware, proprietary technology, and a sharing economy model that incentivizes individuals to host infrastructure. World Mobile, a mobile network operator based on the blockchain, is expanding its sharing economy model to connect unconnected populations in various regions. They have successfully implemented their vision in Zanzibar and Pakistan, and are now focusing on fine-tuning the sharing economy around the globe. By utilizing blockchain technology and smart contracts, World Mobile aims to reduce bureaucracy and ensure privacy for users. They have developed different types of nodes (air nodes, earth nodes, ether nodes) to provide connectivity in rural areas and address gaps in coverage. World Mobile's goal is to connect one billion people by 2030 through its shared economy approach. Supporting links Bitget VIP Link World Mobile Andy on Twitter Brave New Coin on Twitter Brave New Coin If you enjoyed the show please subscribe to the Crypto Conversation and give us a 5-star rating and a positive review in whatever podcast app you are using.

Elena Sinelnikova is the Decentralization Coordinator of the MetisDAO Foundation and co-founder of Metis, a layer-2 solution built on Ethereum powering dApps, businesses, and communities by scaling Ethereum to what it's meant to be - boundless. Why you should listen Metis, a layer-2 solution built on Ethereum works to provide a completely decentralized infrastructure to support the emerging web3 economy. Metis' goal is to simplify the process of decentralization by making the technology accessible, adaptable, and affordable for anyone to get involved, from individual developers to established enterprises. With the lowest fees available across blockchain ecosystems, Metis makes it easier for businesses to utilize blockchain technology efficiently and at low cost. Elena discusses how they solve for scalability, security, and decentralization while maintaining their vision of easy onboarding for businesses onto the blockchain to create a Web3 economy. Supporting links Bitget VIP Link Metis Andy on Twitter Brave New Coin on Twitter Brave New Coin If you enjoyed the show please subscribe to the Crypto Conversation and give us a 5-star rating and a positive review in whatever podcast app you are using.

David Tse, a professor at Stanford University and co-founder of Babylon Chain, discusses the integration of proof-of-work Bitcoin security with proof-of-stake chains. The combination of these two opposing security models creates a more powerful protocol. Why you should listen Babylon Chain was founded in 2021 and has integrated with 28 Cosmos chains on its testnet. David Tse discusses the importance of increasing the value of Bitcoin to maintain high security and value. He explains Babylon's Bitcoin staking protocol, which utilizes assets such as Bitcoin to secure proof of stake chains. David envisions a future where only a few chains like Bitcoin and Ethereum provide security for other chains while their tokens focus on utility and application development. He believes that blockchain will one day have a tremendous impact on changing how humans interact, similar to wireless communication infrastructure. Supporting links Bitget VIP Link Babylon Chain Andy on Twitter Brave New Coin on Twitter Brave New Coin If you enjoyed the show please subscribe to the Crypto Conversation and give us a 5-star rating and a positive review in whatever podcast app you are using.