In this episode we get more concrete on agents in Web3 in Travel. We analyse the Eliza Framework and its open source plugins. Do not miss it if you build on Web3 in Travel. https://github.com/elizaOS/eliza
Jan 19, 2025•53 min•Season 1Ep. 104
In this episode, we dive into how AI agents are finally unlocking crypto's promised revolution in travel - without requiring users to become crypto experts. Forget complicated wallet management and token swaps. We explore how smart AI layers are enabling next-gen travel experiences: from wallet-based travel identities that eliminate loyalty program headaches, to dynamic group coordination that makes organizing trips effortless. Luca breaks down why previous crypto-travel initiatives failed, and ...
Dec 15, 2024•46 min•Season 1Ep. 103
In this episode, we dive into the world of TravelFi - the convergence of travel rewards and decentralized finance. My guest is Simon Talling-Smith, Executive Chairman of Voy Travel, a pioneering Web3 startup that aims to reimagine loyalty programs which made it to the Tectris accelerator finals in Zug, at the CV Summit. Simon shares Voy's mission to solve the problem of billions of unredeemed travel rewards points by leveraging blockchain technology. We discuss their universal loyalty point syst...
Nov 20, 2024•59 min•Season 1Ep. 100
In this episode, we have Nick from Aqi Travel, an AI/Crypto based travel solution. We have discussed: - The inspiration and story behind founding Aqi Travel - How their product works and the problem it solves - Challenges they've faced as a startup and lessons learned - Their growth plans and vision for the future
Nov 03, 2024•1 hr 6 min•Season 1Ep. 101
In this episode of the Web3 in Travel Podcast Luca talks with the winner of the first Tectris global call Robert Wesley of Me Protocol, who invited Josh Lange from Get Smart Token as a use case for charity points.
Oct 20, 2024•1 hr 15 min•Season 1Ep. 100
In this episode of Web3 in Travel, Luca gives us a recap of the Web3 in Travel Conference 2024 which took place in a castle in Umbria, and comments on the state of the industry.
Oct 12, 2024•26 min•Season 1Ep. 99
In this episode of Web3 in Travel, Luca talks about travel as being the next use case for crypto, after Bitcoin > DeFi > NFTs as thought sparked by Tectris presenting at the upcoming CV Summit in Zug.
Sep 27, 2024•32 min•Ep. 98
In this episode of Web3 in Travel, host Luca explores the intersection of AI, crypto, and travel with Claude 3.5 Sonnet. They discuss AI-assisted development revolutionizing startups, personalized UX in crypto apps, and promising Web3 travel ideas. From solving the crypto UX problem to niche solutions for existing crypto users, this conversation offers insights into the future of travel tech. Tune in for a thought-provoking discussion on innovation, challenges, and opportunities in the evolving ...
Jul 21, 2024•32 min•Season 1Ep. 97
In this episode of Web3 in Travel, Luca De Giglio shares exciting news about the launch of Tectris, a global Web3 Travel & Hospitality startup competition offering up to €100,000 in funding and an additional €150,000 in Camino tokens for the winners. Luca discusses the journey of Trips Community since 2017, the evolving landscape of Web3 in the travel industry, and the opportunities and challenges that lie ahead. He delves into the Tectris Global Call, its investment thesis, and the potentia...
Jun 21, 2024•20 min•Season 1Ep. 96
In this groundbreaking episode, Luca moderates a first-of-its-kind debate between two advanced AI systems, Claude and ChatGPT, on the future of web3 and its potential impact on the travel industry. Witness a fascinating exchange as these AI minds go head-to-head, presenting compelling arguments and insights that push the boundaries of our understanding. Claude, a strong proponent of web3, presents a vision of a decentralized travel industry that leverages blockchain, smart contracts, and other i...
Jun 01, 2024•52 min•Season 1Ep. 95
Join me as I chat with ChatGPT and Claude about the exciting possibilities Web3 could bring to the travel industry. We dive into how blockchain, decentralized autonomous organizations (DAOs), and non-fungible tokens (NFTs) are set to boost transparency and put more control into travelers' hands. We'll also tackle the big question: why are Web3 interfaces so tricky to use, and what can we do about it? Expect a lively discussion on cutting-edge solutions like AI-driven interfaces that promise to m...
May 20, 2024•53 min
In this episode I explore whether AI could solve crypto's notorious UX problem. Could AI agents become the friendly "frontend of frontends" that finally makes blockchain accessible to the masses? I discuss the potential forms these AI assistants might take, the challenges and risks involved, and the wider implications for how we interact with complex technologies. #AI #crypto #UX
May 05, 2024•37 min•Season 1Ep. 93
In this episode Luca introduces the main concepts and trends of tokenomics and compares them to Camino and Dtravel tokenomics. https://www.dtravel.com/token https://camino.network/static/docs/Camino_Network_Whitepaper.pdf#view=fit
Apr 10, 2024•44 min•Season 1Ep. 92
In this episode Luca analyses the Dtravel Nite Protocol Litepaper https://dtravel-1.gitbook.io/nite-protocol-litepaper/nite-protocol/how-dtravel-will-support-the-protocol [PANEL] "The Protocol - An Open Protocol for Listings, Calendars and Reviews: https://youtu.be/fMI1soFGjjU
Mar 20, 2024•50 min•Season 1Ep. 91
In this episode Luca analyses the Camino Blockchain White Paper (Part 2) https://camino.network/ If you want to support this podcast, check out these links: https://podcast.web3intravel.com/ https://opensea.io/collection/web3-in-travel-podcast-donation
Feb 25, 2024•1 hr 4 min•Season 1Ep. 90
In this episode, Luca analyses the Camino Blockchain White Paper https://camino.network/ If you want to support this podcast, check out these links: https://podcast.web3intravel.com/ https://opensea.io/collection/web3-in-travel-podcast-donation
Feb 07, 2024•56 min•Season 1Ep. 87
In this episode Luca talks about recents development in restaking tokens (Eigenlayer) and Data Availability (Celestia), and gives you some hint on how to choose a Blockchain for your Web3 Travel startup If you want to support this podcast, check out these links: https://podcast.web3intravel.com/ https://opensea.io/collection/web3-in-travel-podcast-donation
Jan 25, 2024•29 min•Season 1Ep. 88
In this episode Luca talks about the Bitcoin ETF, what it means for Web3 in Travel, and the Real World Assets (RWA) narrative which may benefit the web3 travel vertical. If you want to support this podcast, check out these links: https://podcast.web3intravel.com/ https://opensea.io/collection/web3-in-travel-podcast-donation
Jan 19, 2024•37 min•Season 1Ep. 87
In this episode Luca interviewed Sam Simmons of MintPass, which helps you collect digital souvenirs when you travel, inspire others & get rewarded. https://mintpass.com If you want to support this podcast, check out these links: https://podcast.web3intravel.com/ https://opensea.io/collection/web3-in-travel-podcast-donation
Dec 28, 2023•57 min•Season 1Ep. 85
In this episode Luca interviewed Cynthia Huang of DTravel, a Web3 Direct Bookings company which allows you to create your own vacation rentals booking website with fiat, crypto and smart contracts. This is the second episode with Cynthia, and it's packed with interesting insights! https://dtravel.com If you want to support this podcast, check out these links: https://podcast.web3intravel.com/ https://opensea.io/collection/web3-in-travel-podcast-donation...
Nov 12, 2023•57 min•Season 1Ep. 85
In this episode, Luca talks about Bitcoin and how it can represent an important learning experience for the Web3 travel industry. Knowing Bitcoin's history helps us avoid pitfalls and understanding signs of greatness in the builder's space. If you want to support this podcast, check out these links: https://podcast.web3intravel.com/ https://opensea.io/collection/web3-in-travel-podcast-donation
Oct 27, 2023•42 min•Season 1Ep. 84
In this episode, Luca talks about the SBF/FTX trial in the context of travel, and how we have to learn to understand how decentralised projects really are. If you want to support this podcast, check out these links: https://podcast.web3intravel.com/ https://opensea.io/collection/web3-in-travel-podcast-donation
Oct 14, 2023•35 min•Season 1Ep. 83
In this compelling episode, Luca sits down with Narb, a Web3 fan and key developer at Expedia. Together, they dive deep into the transformative power of Web3 technologies in reshaping the travel industry. From reimagining loyalty programs to streamlining payments, they cover it all. Whether you're interested in the intersection of travel and decentralized technology, or simply looking to glean insights from an industry expert, this episode is a treasure trove of knowledge. Don't miss this engagi...
Oct 06, 2023•1 hr 5 min•Season 1Ep. 82
In this episode, Luca searches Twitter to find news about Web3 in Travel and finds many interesting projects and updates. If you want to support this podcast, check out these links: https://podcast.web3intravel.com/ https://opensea.io/collection/web3-in-travel-podcast-donation
Sep 20, 2023•47 min•Season 1Ep. 81
In this episode, Luca searches Twitter to find news about Web3 in Travel and finds many interesting projects and updates. If you want to support this podcast, check out these links: https://podcast.web3intravel.com/ https://opensea.io/collection/web3-in-travel-podcast-donation
Sep 06, 2023•52 min•Season 1Ep. 80
In this episode, Luca searches Twitter to find news about Web3 in Travel and finds many interesting projects and updates. If you want to support this podcast, check out these links: https://podcast.web3intravel.com/ https://opensea.io/collection/web3-in-travel-podcast-donation
Aug 30, 2023•45 min•Season 1Ep. 79
In this episode, Luca talks about ERC6511 a new proposed standard which gives every NFT a wallet and may change we do NFTs in the travel industry. If you want to support this podcast, check out these links: https://podcast.web3intravel.com/ https://opensea.io/collection/web3-in-travel-podcast-donation
Aug 24, 2023•36 min•Season 1Ep. 78
In this episode, Luca searches Twitter to find news about Web3 in Travel and finds many interesting projects and updates. If you want to support this podcast, check out these links: https://podcast.web3intravel.com/ https://opensea.io/collection/web3-in-travel-podcast-donation
Aug 16, 2023•36 min•Season 1Ep. 77
In this episode, Luca analyses the Etihad NFTs. https://twitter.com/EtihadNFT If you want to support this podcast, check out these links: https://podcast.web3intravel.com/ https://opensea.io/collection/web3-in-travel-podcast-donation
Aug 11, 2023•41 min•Season 1Ep. 76
In this third and last episode of the series, Luca presents a fully fledged startup idea, specifications and advisory proposal for a Web3 in travel startup. With this you can go out there and raise money for startup. It's also revolutionary, an experimental, way to monetise ideas via NTFs. Luca talks about this part of the specifications: the interface and the ecosystem. If you want to support this podcast, check out these links: https://podcast.web3intravel.com/ https://opensea.io/collection/we...
Aug 01, 2023•29 min•Season 1Ep. 75