In this episode of "Web3 with Sam Kamani," we have the privilege of speaking with Sandy Carter, a dynamic force from Unstoppable Domains. Sandy shares her journey from Amazon Web Services to becoming a pivotal figure in the Web3 space, highlighting her transition fueled by the technology's potential for security, authenticity, and transparency. Episode Highlights: [00:00:00] Introduction and Transition into Web3: Sandy Carter details her fascinating transition from Amazon Web Services to Web3, s...
Apr 01, 2024•40 min•Ep. 123
Join me as I interview Rishabh Gupta, director of Tdefi, an accelerator and incubator that helps Web3 founders launch and grow their startups. We discuss mistakes founders make when tokenizing businesses, the importance of aligning token models with business models, challenges with creating liquid token markets, and more. Rishabh shares his contrarian views on the crypto industry and why he believes gameplay experience trumps flashy graphics when building sustainable Web3 games. Tune in for an i...
Mar 25, 2024•47 min•Ep. 122
In this episode, I interview Misha Komarov, founder of =nil; Foundation. I speak with Misha about how he entered the crypto space by designing databases and blockchain protocols. He discusses the origins of =nil; Foundation, which sought to merge achievements from traditional database architectures into blockchain to enable highly scalable infrastructure. We explore some of the technologies =nil; has built, like zero-knowledge applications, a circuit compiler, and a proof generation marketplace....
Mar 18, 2024•48 min•Ep. 121
In this enlightening episode of "Web3 with Sam Kamani," we are thrilled to have Kavita Gupta, the visionary behind the Delta Blockchain Fund, share her journey from early Bitcoin curiosity to pioneering a solo GP fund focused on the forefront of blockchain innovation. Kavita's story is a testament to the power of passion, foresight, and resilience in the dynamic world of Web3 investing. [00:00:00] Introduction and Kavita's Entry into Web3: Kavita discusses her initial fascination with Bitcoin in...
Mar 11, 2024•44 min•Ep. 120
Join us in this enlightening episode of "Web3 with Sam Kamani" as we explore the intricacies of the Web3 world with our esteemed guest, Alex Pisarevski. From the sunlit streets of Lisbon to the forefront of Web3 conferences, Alex shares his unique journey and insights into the evolving landscape of blockchain and beyond. [00:00:00] Introduction to Alex Pisarevski: Sam warmly welcomes Alex to the podcast, setting the stage for a deep dive into his Web3 journey, starting with his relocation to Lis...
Mar 04, 2024•34 min•Ep. 119
On this episode of the Web3 with Sam Kamani podcast, I interview Dmitry and Marcel, the co-founders of SubSquid - a decentralized indexing protocol for blockchain data. We start by diving into how Dmitry and Marcel first connected and the origins of SubSquid's idea to index the vast amount of on-chain data in a decentralized manner, similar to how search engines like Google indexed the early internet (3:00). They explain the importance of decentralized indexing as critical infrastructure to powe...
Feb 26, 2024•49 min•Ep. 118
Welcome back to another episode of the Web3 with Sam Kamani podcast. This is episode 117, where we had the fascinating opportunity to speak with McDavid Stoddard from Aperture Finance. Here's a recap of our insightful conversation: McDavid shared his unique journey into the world of Web3 and cryptocurrency. He recounted his early exposure to crypto during his college days, which coincidentally involved a connection to the first-ever government seizure of cryptocurrency in Charleston, South Carol...
Feb 19, 2024•32 min•Ep. 117
Welcome back, everyone, to the Web3 with Sam Kamani podcast. This is episode 116, and today, we had the pleasure of hosting Humayun Sheikh, the CEO and founder of Fetch.ai. It was an insightful conversation where we delved deep into the world of AI and blockchain, and how Fetch.ai is merging these technologies to revolutionize the way we interact with digital services. Humayun, with his rich background as an early investor in DeepMind, shared his journey into the realm of AI. Fetch.ai, he explai...
Feb 12, 2024•39 min•Ep. 116
Welcome to Episode 115 of the "Web3 with Sam Kamani" podcast, where we dive deep into the evolving world of Web3, blockchain, and cryptocurrencies. In this insightful episode, Sam Kamani welcomes Vincent Li, the visionary founder of Adaverse, a pivotal accelerator and incubator for Web3 startups, especially in the Middle East and North Africa region. Hailing from Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, Vincent shares his extensive journey from a product manager to an influential figure in the Web3 landscape. He b...
Feb 05, 2024•32 min•Ep. 115
In this eye-opening episode of the Web3 Podcast, host Sam Kamani welcomes Jana Bertram, a key figure at Rarible, to delve into the evolving landscape of NFTs and the role of decentralization in shaping the future. Jana gives us a comprehensive overview of Rarible's ecosystem, emphasizing the importance of community and the journey towards decentralization through the Rari DAO. Discover the revolutionary concept of embedding royalties at the node level on Rarible's new blockchain, ensuring creato...
Jan 29, 2024•36 min•Ep. 114
Join me, Sam Kamani, on this enlightening journey as I sit down with Bernard Chong, a titan in the world of angel investing with a billion-dollar investment portfolio that spans continents and industries. In this episode, Bernard opens up about his passion for nurturing startups, his strategic approach to investing, and the profound wisdom gleaned from his 22 years in the business. In This Episode: Bernard reveals the values he holds dear as an investor, particularly the significance of speed an...
Jan 22, 2024•28 min•Ep. 113
Join us in this enlightening episode of "Web3 with Sam Kamani" as we delve into a comprehensive discussion with Eric Stats, a visionary in the realms of investment and entrepreneurship. With his extensive background in both the entrepreneurial and investment sectors, Eric brings a wealth of knowledge and unique insights to the table. In this episode, we explore the intricacies of entrepreneurship, the concept of true wealth, and the fascinating dynamics of family wealth management over generatio...
Jan 15, 2024•40 min•Ep. 112
In this insightful episode of "Web3 with Sam Kamani," we're joined by Bruno Faviero, the innovative mind behind Magna - a leading token management company. Bruno shares his journey in the ever-evolving world of Web3 and how Magna is revolutionizing token distribution for protocols. Episode Timestamps: [00:00:00]: Introduction and Bruno's experience at Token2049. [00:00:25]: The inception of Magna and its core services in token vesting and distribution. [00:01:09]: Streamlining token management p...
Jan 08, 2024•42 min•Ep. 111
In this exciting episode of "Web3 with Sam Kamani," Sam engages in an insightful conversation with Cyrus from ShopX. Cyrus, with his rich background in venture capital and his entrepreneurial journey, delves deep into how ShopX is reshaping the e-commerce landscape using blockchain technology. This episode explores the unique challenges in the commerce space, particularly focusing on customer acquisition costs and lifetime value problems. Cyrus provides an in-depth look at how ShopX, incubated u...
Jan 01, 2024•51 min•Ep. 110
In this enlightening episode of "Web3 with Sam Kamani," we dive deep into the evolving world of blockchain and DeFi with our special guest, Akash Mahendra. As a pivotal figure behind Haven1 blockchain and Yield app, Akash shares valuable insights on their projects, challenges in the blockchain space, and the future of Web3. Time Stamps & Key Topics: [00:00:00] Introduction: Welcome Akash Mahendra [00:00:10] Overview of Haven1 and Yield App [00:00:18] Haven1: EVM Compatible Layer One Blockcha...
Dec 29, 2023•36 min•Ep. 109
In this insightful episode of "Web3 with Sam Kamani," we welcome Sarunas, a seasoned entrepreneur and General Partner at FounderHeads, to share his journey from founding a company to delving into venture capital. [00:00:00] Introduction to Sarunas and FounderHeads Sam introduces Sarunas, highlighting his transition from being a founder to a venture capitalist and the inception of FounderHeads. [00:00:22] Sarunas' Early Career and Founding Place I Live Sarunas recounts his early career experience...
Dec 18, 2023•41 min•Ep. 108
I have an engaging conversation with Zenobia, an influential figure in the blockchain space, particularly with her work at Hedera. Zenobia's background in cybersecurity and finance offers unique insights into the evolution of blockchain technology. We delve into Hedera's role in this rapidly evolving ecosystem, discussing its distinct features, applications, and the challenges it faces. Join us as we explore real-world applications, the impact of regulatory frameworks, and the future potential o...
Dec 11, 2023•29 min•Ep. 107
In this insightful episode, Sam Kamani welcomes Max from Cartesi to delve into the burgeoning world of blockchain and its vast potential. Max shares his journey into blockchain, elucidating on Cartesi's novel approach to blockchain scalability and its application-specific rollups. Join us as we explore the evolving landscape of decentralized finance (DeFi), the transformative potential of blockchain across various industries, and the challenges and opportunities in the blockchain space. Timestam...
Dec 04, 2023•44 min•Ep. 103
Welcome to another episode of Web3 with Sam Kamani. I’m your host, Sam Kamani, and today’s guest is a true pioneer in bringing traditional finance best practices to the world of crypto investing. I had the pleasure of speaking with Jeremy Britton, Founder of London Trading Company, the world’s first crypto mutual fund. In this episode, Jeremy shares his wisdom and tips for building long-lasting crypto portfolios. He explains the four-step “COIN” framework they use to analyze new crypto projects ...
Nov 27, 2023•50 min•Ep. 105
In this enlightening episode of "Web3 with Sam Kamani," host Sam Kamani engages in a deep conversation with Andrew, a forward-thinking entrepreneur in the Web3 space This episode provides insights into the diverse global views on blockchain, the promise of decentralized technology in Asia, challenges in American innovation, and the need for scalable solutions in blockchain. It highlights Versatus's unique approach to Web3 development and the importance of developer involvement in shaping the fut...
Nov 20, 2023•53 min•Ep. 104
In this episode of "Web3 with Sam Kamani," we delve into the evolving landscape of Web3 development, focusing on the crucial aspects of security and private testing environments. Our guest, Colin, President and General Counsel of StealthTest, shares his insights on the necessity of private testing networks in the Web3 realm. Colin discusses StealthTest's role in providing secure, private testing environments for EVM-compatible chains, including Ethereum, Polygon Moonbeam, and Arbitrum, emphasizi...
Nov 13, 2023•35 min•Ep. 103
This episode of the Web3 with Sam Kamani podcast featuers Tama Churchouse, Chief Operating Officer of Cumberland Labs, an early stage blockchain venture studio backed by DRW and Cumberland. Tama has been involved in crypto since 2016, coming from over 10 years in structured finance at JP Morgan in Hong Kong. At Cumberland Labs, Tama helps ideate, scope, research, build POCs and launch new crypto businesses from scratch. Some of their current projects include: Hashflow - An on-chain asset managem...
Nov 06, 2023•49 min•Ep. 100
In this episode I am interviewing Jesse Berger, Jesse is a serial founder, entrepreneur, movie maker and a decentralization enthusiast. He has raised tens of millions for tech startups and 100s of millions for the movies that he has produced. This episode has lots of learnings from Jesse’s experience of building a startup, producing movies, raising capital and building a product that will decentralize the web.. In my opinion this is one of the most engaging conversations on decentralization, fun...
Oct 30, 2023•49 min•Ep. 101
Join host Sam Kamani in an enlightening conversation with Daniel, the creator of Renegade, a remarkable crypto project. Daniel shares his journey from venture capital to blockchain, explaining how Renegade bridges traditional finance and cryptocurrencies by offering users an IBAN account with Visa cards for seamless crypto use in daily life. Discover the challenges Daniel faced, the importance of user-friendly solutions, and the role of compliance in Renegade's success. Dive into discussions on ...
Oct 23, 2023•50 min•Ep. 100
Welcome to another enthralling episode of "Web3 with Sam Kamani," your gateway to the latest in the world of Web3, blockchain, and crypto. In this episode, we embark on a fascinating journey with Henning Diedrich, the visionary creator behind Lexon, a groundbreaking programming language meticulously crafted for smart contracts. Our dynamic host, Sam Kamani, engages in a captivating conversation with Henning Diedrich, diving deep into the extraordinary inception of Lexon and the unique challenges...
Oct 16, 2023•47 min•Ep. 96
In this thought-provoking podcast episode, Max and engineer and an AI expert, explores the exciting yet cautionary landscape of AI and technology. He shares insights on generative technologies, the balance between AI hype and skepticism, and the future of programming. Max also dives into the complexities of consciousness and the philosophical dimensions of AI. Join us for a captivating conversation that sheds light on the promises and limitations of artificial intelligence. Nothing mentioned in ...
Oct 09, 2023•53 min•Ep. 98
In this conversation with Chris, we explore his fascinating journey into the realm of cryptocurrency and DeFi. It all began when he assumed the role of a product manager at MakerDAO back in 2018, where his primary focus was on enhancing user interfaces. Chris played a pivotal role in improving the user experience, particularly within the B2C and retail growth sectors. Our discussion naturally transitions to Chris's move from MakerDAO to Summerfy (formerly known as Oasis app) and the rationale be...
Oct 02, 2023•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 97
In this insightful episode of "Web3 with Sam Kamani," host Sam Kamani welcomes Ivan Maltsev, co-founder of 3x Capital, for an engaging conversation about Ivan's journey in the crypto space and the unique approach of 3x Capital in supporting Web3 startups. The episode begins with a deep dive into Ivan's background, from his entrepreneurial ventures in Ukraine to his legal career and the development of innovative startups like automated food fridges. Ivan shares his entry into the crypto world in ...
Sep 25, 2023•31 min•Ep. 95
In our latest episode, join me as I sit down with Charles Wayn, the dynamic Co-founder and CEO of Galxe. As a pioneering platform in the web3 ecosystem, Galxe has achieved significant milestones: amassing over 10 million users, integration with 16 blockchains, and enhancing the growth of platforms like Optimism, Polygon, and Arbitrum. The heart of Galxe's mission? Helping more than 2,000 partners craft reward-based loyalty programs that resonate with their genuine fans. During our conversation: ...
Sep 18, 2023•33 min•Ep. 91
Welcome to another episode of "Web3 with Sam Kamani." Today is a landmark episode, and the excitement in the air is palpable because I had the absolute honor of interviewing none other than the luminary of the decentralized world, Vitalik Buterin. Having been the brains behind Ethereum, Vitalik isn't just a name. He's a movement. A force that has continuously reshaped how we perceive decentralization. And folks, this interview is possibly one of the most insightful discussions I've had on this p...
Sep 11, 2023•6 min•Ep. 106
