Priv8 Podcast

The Power and Benefits of Generative AI with Artem Koren of Sembly.ai Apr 05, 2023

This week host Derek E. Silva is joined by Artem Koren, Co-founder and Chief Product Officer of Sembly.ai. Artem shares his insights on the new theory of everything, the impact of ChatGPT and generative AI on society, and the future of machine learning. Plus, learn all about his book "Untethered," which delves into human nature through instinct, culture, and reason.

What's Next for the Future of Startups and Tech with Corey Johnson Mar 29, 2023

This week, host Derek E. Silva joins veteran journalist Corey Johnson, Founder of the Business Podcast Network and the insightful Drill Down Podcast host. Join us on a journey through the world of startups and tech, exploring the intricacies of business fundamentals in today's market. Plus, we'll dive into the latest news on crypto regulation, examine the impact of FTX's collapse on the investment market, and they take a look at what the future holds for DEFI.

Building the Future of Decentralized Finance with Eric Chen, CEO of Injective Labs Mar 22, 2023

This week host Derek E. Silva joins Eric Chen, CEO and co-founder of Injective Labs. It is a research and development company that creates unmatched decentralized finance solutions. We will explore the world of decentralized finance and talk about how we can use applications to change how we think about finance and investment. With Eric Chen as our guide, we'll explore the possibilities of Web3, and take a closer look at what the future holds for the blockchain ecosystem.

Lessons Learned from the FTX Collapse with Brady Dale of Axios Mar 15, 2023

This week host Derek E. Silva joins renowned crypto reporter Brady Dale from Axios and author of the new upcoming book SBF: how the FTX Bankruptcy Unwound Crypto's very Bad, Good guy. They take a deep dive into the evolution of crypto and its intersection with the internet, from the digital content revolution to blockchain technology. We'll also explore the aftermath of the FTX bankruptcy and what it means for the future of crypto.

Web3 and Rethinking the Internet with Jonas Simanavicius of Syntropy Mar 08, 2023

This week host Derek E. Silva joins Jonas Simanavicius, Co-founder & CTO of Syntropy, to talk about his company's groundbreaking work in revolutionizing internet security and networking. We take a deep dive to learn more about Syntropy's innovative approach to Web3 development, enhancing network capacity for global users, and rethinking data packet routing on the internet. Tune in for our discussion on rethinking the Internet.

Future of Cybersecurity and Data Protection with Michael Castro, CEO of RiskAware Feb 22, 2023

This week we delve into the world of cybersecurity with expert Michael Castro, Founder & CEO of RiskAware. We take a deep dive to explore the essential aspects of data security, including identifying security risks, preventing cyber threats, and building solutions to safeguard corporate privacy online.

Web3 Privacy, Preventing AI Bias and Decentralized Governance with Mykola Siusko Feb 15, 2023

This week host Derek E. Silva is joined by Web3 privacy advocate Mykola Siusko to explore the next wave of the internet. They dive into important topics such as whether blockchain can exist without crypto, preventing AI bias, and the future of decentralized governance. Plus, a look at the privacy market outlook. Tune in for all the insights.

Inside the World of Elite Cyber Security with Amit Serper Feb 08, 2023

This week host Derek E. Silva joins Amit Serper, Director of Security Research at Sternum and a former member of an elite cyber unit in the Israeli government. Amit, who disabled the infamous NotPetya attack in 2017, shares the story about one of the biggest cyber attacks in history and the elite hackers behind it. Join us as we dive into the ever-evolving world of cyber security issues that are shaping our world.

Privacy by Design: Navigating the Future of Data Ownership with Debra Farber Feb 01, 2023

This week Derek E. Silva is joined by privacy tech advisor Debra Farber, host of the Shifting Privacy Left podcast to tackle the important topic of building consumer trust with a privacy by design approach. We'll also examine GDPR compliance, decentralized identity solutions, and look ahead at the future of data ownership.

Data Privacy and Freedom in the Digital Age with Hue Rhodes, Founder of Friday Jan 25, 2023

On this week's show, Derek E. Silva sits down with Hue Rhodes, the founder and CEO of Friday, a company that prioritizes personal data privacy. Friday, a Web3 organization, allows individuals to take back control of their shared data and grant access through licensing without giving up control. It’s a great conversation about the hidden data ecosystem, the correlation between privacy and freedom, and how to protect your data online.

Web3 Economy and Building a Better Internet with Al Morris, Founder of Koii Jan 18, 2023

This week, Derek E. Silva joins Al Morris, the Founder and CEO of Koii Network that is building the fabric and frameworks for a better internet. It's a great conversation about the Web3 economy, content creation, NFTs, and the future of the internet.

The World of Ethical Hacking and Cybersecurity with Inti De Ceukelaire, Head of Hackers at Intigriti Jan 11, 2023

This week we talk with Inti De Ceukelaire, Head of Hackers at Intigriti, Europe's top ethical hacking platform and bug bounty program. The show takes a deep dive into the world of hacking and discuss how Intigriti's community of ethical hackers helps companies identify and fix vulnerabilities in their systems. Inti also shares the amazing tale of how he hacked his way onto Metallica's stage at a rock festival. Listen now!

Universal Privacy Alliance: Building the Next Generation of the Internet Dec 14, 2022

This week we feature three members of the newly formed Universal Privacy Alliance who will participate in a panel discussion about the decentralized future. A fantastic line-up of notable guests joins host Derek E. Silva, including Tor Bair, Founder of the Secret Foundation, Jaya Brekke, Chief Strategy Officer at Nym, and Travis Cannell, Head of Product at Orchid. This is a great conversation about the privacy revolution and building the next generation of the Internet.

Freedom of Speech, Privacy, and the Great Encryption Debate with EFF's Cindy Cohn Dec 07, 2022

The Priv8 Podcast this week welcomes Cindy Cohn, Executive Director of Electronic Frontier Foundation, an international non-profit digital rights group based in San Francisco, California. Join us for a deep dive on ways to fix the Internet, the global encryption debate, defending freedom of speech, and why privacy is a human right.

Next Generation Encryption and Cyber Security with Carlos Salas, Engineering Manager at NordLayer Nov 30, 2022

This week, host Derek E. Silva is joined by NordLayer Engineering Manager Carlos Salas. A deep dive into VPNs, next-generation encryption, how to prevent crypto jacking, and the future of cyber security.

Military Intelligence, Code Breaking, and Cyber Security Factors with Stephen Semmelroth Nov 16, 2022

We are joined by Avant Communications' Cyber VP, Stephen Semmelroth, a world-class security expert. In the Army, Stephen served in Afghanistan and the Army's Cyber Corps, where he led a team of cyberspace experts to defend US assets across an entire continent. Additionally, he co-authored the training doctrine that defines how cyber units defend the US. In Afghanistan, Stephen broke his back, leaving him paralyzed, and he had to relearn how to walk. In this fascinating discussion, we discuss military intelligence, code-breaking, how to think like a hacker, cyber security fear factors, and more.

Digital Sovereignty and the Future of the Internet with Seth for Privacy Nov 09, 2022

This week Derek E. Silva joins Seth for Privacy, an educator and activist who hosts the Opt Out podcast. In this episode, we discuss data protection and sovereignty in the digital economy, why privacy matters, and we explore open source tools to support Internet freedom.

Building a Decentralized Workforce for a Sustainable Future with John Paller Nov 02, 2022

This week host Derek E. Silva joins John Paller, Founder and Steward of Opolis, a digital employment cooperative. John is also the founder of ETHDenver, the largest Ethereum hackathon in the world. We take a deep dive into how Opolis is building a next generation ecosystem, democratizing employment, and the future of HR tech.

Personal AI and Building a Digital Version of Your Mind with Suman Kunaganti Oct 26, 2022

This week host Derek E. Silva joins Suman Kunaganti, co-founder and CEO of Personal.ai, a new collaboration network that enables a creators community to access creators time, knowledge, and creativity via their own personal ai. A great conversation on AI in Web3, reimagining the creator economy, and building a digital version of your mind with a private memory stack.

Growth Marketing Hacks and How to Build a Community with Ty Smith, CEO of Coinbound Oct 19, 2022

This week host Derek E. Silva joins Ty Smith, founder and CEO of Coinbound, a leading crypto marketing agency helping Web3 brands go viral. A great conversation on the best growth marketing hacks, how to build a community online, and the future of NFTs.

Building Trust Through Digital Privacy with Vuk Janosevic Oct 12, 2022

This week host Derek E. Silva joins Vuk Janosevic, the co-founder and CEO of Blindnet. This privacy startup builds software designed to help businesses pursue their goals while keeping their customer's data private. We take a deep dive into automated privacy intelligence, dynamic data governance, and building trust through digital privacy,

Edge Computing and IoT cybersecurity risks with Sanjay Rajashekar Oct 05, 2022

This week host Derek E. Silva joins Sanjay Rajashekar, the Co-founder of Smarthub AI, which is a software edge solution that simplifies your complex edge infrastructure and makes it way more intelligent. We take a deep dive into IT solutions for complex digital infrastructures, understanding IoT cybersecurity risks, and why edge computing is key to a decentralized future.

Building the New Framework for the Internet with Max Howell, CEO of Tea Sep 28, 2022

This week host Derek E. Silva joins Max Howell, Creator of Brew and current CEO of Tea, an open source solution building a new framework for the Internet. We take a deep dive into his early days at Apple, the open source revolution, and how tea is creating the tools that developers need to keep on building.

Token Economy and Data Driven Farming in Portugal with Shermin Voshmgir Sep 21, 2022

This week host Derek E. Silva joins author Shermin Voshmgir, the Founder of the BlockchainHub Berlin and Token Kitchen, a data-driven farming and publishing house. We take a deep dive into Shermin’s book Token Economy, how Web3 is rebuilding the Internet, and her new farm in Portugal using the blockchain.

Open Source Democracy and Building a Decentralized Web with Evan Miyazono Sep 14, 2022

This week host Derek E. Silva joins Evan Miyazono, Team Lead for Research at Protocol Labs, an open-source R&D lab that builds protocols, tools, and services to radically improve the internet. Dive in as we explore the blockchain dichotomy,, how IPFS powers the distributed web, defending digital democracy, and building the next generation of the Internet.

Privacy, Data Sovereignty, and the Web3 Ecosystem with Greg Osuri and Tor Bair Sep 07, 2022

This week's encore podcast episode features an exclusive talk from Priv8's digital summit. Tech journalist Benjamin Powers moderates a distinguished panel featuring CEO of Akash Network, Greg Osuri, Founder of the Secret Foundation, Tor Bair, and more to discuss Web3, ecosystem data sovereignty, and the decentralized future!

Digital Music Revolution and the Decentralized Future with Roneil Rumburg Aug 31, 2022

This week host Derek E. Silva joins Roneil Rumburg, Co-Founder and CEO of Audius, a fully decentralized music and NFT platform. Today, we take a deep dive into the decentralized future to talk about the new creator economy, the digital music revolution, and how Audius is putting ownership in the hands of artists and fans.

How Google Search Has Changed the Internet with Brandon Leibowitz Aug 24, 2022

This week host Derek E. Silva joins Brandon Leibowitz, the Founder of SEO Optimizers, a full service digital marketing agency. We dive into how Google search really works, keyword optimization, and how it has shaped the Internet.

Future of Encryption and Password Security with Bojan Simic, CEO of HYPR Aug 17, 2022

This week Derek E. Silva joins Bojan Simic, Co-founder, CEO and CTO of HYPR, is a global leader in cybersecurity that provides passwordless authentication for users. We dive into building a zero trust environment, why encryption matters, and the future of password security.

Building Digital Trust and Data Transparency Online with Harvey Pitt Aug 10, 2022

This week Derek E. Silva joins Harvey Pitt, Head of Digital Responsibility at Addvert, which provides a unique suite of strategy, tools, accreditation, and creativity, helping companies communicate online. We dive into humanizing a digital world, how to rebuild trust online, and the social shift to more positive, transparent advertising.

Future of Internet Anonymity and Blockchain Domains with Bradley Kam, Co-Founder of Unstoppable Domains Aug 03, 2022

This week host Derek E. Silva joins Bradley Kam, Co-founder of Unstoppable Domains, which is building decentralized digital identities for the world. We go down the rabbit hole to dive into Bradley’s early days in crypto, Facebook’s data monopoly, how to stay anonymous on the blockchain, and the future of NFT domains.

Future of Open Source and the New Data Economy with Danny Zuckerman Jul 27, 2022

This week Derek E. Silva joins Danny Zuckerman, Co-founder of 3Box, the company behind the Ceramic Network, a decentralized, open-source platform for creating, hosting, and sharing streams of data. We take a deep dive into building a more open Web3, the new data economy, and the future of decentralized identity.

Blockchain Security and the Hacker Ethos with Goncalo Sa, co-founder of Consensys Diligence Jul 20, 2022

This week host Derek E. Silva joins Web3 hacker Goncalo Sa, co-founder of Consensys Diligence, a smart contract audit service that helps everyone, from startups to enterprises, launch and maintain their Ethereum blockchain applications. We dive into Goncalo’s early days as a developer, the current state of blockchain security, why ethical hacking is so important, and Portugal’s vibrant tech startup scene.

Special 100th Episode: Decentralized Future with Dr. Steven Waterhouse and Jay Freeman Jul 13, 2022

This week we're proud to present the 100th episode of Priv8. To celebrate this milestone, host Derek E. Silva joins two special guests – Orchid's CEO, Dr. Steven Waterhouse (Seven), and CTO Jay Freeman. Together, Seven and Jay discuss how Orchid has evolved over the last five years, its crypto's punk ethos, central bank digital currencies, Internet freedom, and more.

Art Curation and Diversity in the New Creator Economy with Iris Nevins Jun 08, 2022

This week we join Iris Nevins, co-founder of Umba Daima, an NFT Studio building and curating community in Web3. Umba Daima creates virtual galleries featuring multicultural projects by artists worldwide, including the Black NFT Art network and The Unseen Gallery. Iris is a former teacher and software engineering manager at MailChimp. In today's conversation, we take a deep dive into her entrepreneurial journey to talk about the current state of the creator economy, the art of curation, and how her studio is diversifying the NFT ecosystem.

Building the Decentralized Science Metaverse with Steve McCloskey Jun 01, 2022

This week host Derek E. Silva joins Steve McCloskey, CEO of Nanome, a company building VR solutions for Scientists and Engineers working at the nanoscale. They dive into the early days Bitcoin, DAOs, and building the decentralized science metaverse.

Cybersecurity and the Future of Digital Identity with Horacio Zambrano May 25, 2022

This week host Derek E. Silva joins Horacio Zambrano, CMO at Secret Double Octopus, is a software company specializing in passwordless authentication for enterprise environments. We take a deep dive into global privacy laws, what is the holy grail of cybersecurity, and why the future of digital identity will be decentralized.

China's Great Firewall and the Battle Against Censorship with Simon Sharwood May 18, 2022

This week host Derek E. Silva joins journalist Simon Sharwood, The Register's APAC Editor based in Australia. He covers the region's news and virtualization, data center infrastructure, software, cloud platforms, and more. We take a deep dive into China's great firewall, how it impacts Internet policies worldwide, India's data privacy laws, and the unspoken battle of self-censorship.

POLYGON: Defi Ecosystem and Building Ethereum Dapps with Aishwary Gupta May 11, 2022

This week host Derek E. Silva joins Aishwary Gupta, Marketing and Operations lead at Polygon. We take a deep dive into all things Polygon to discuss the Web3 defi ecosystem, building dApps to scale, and how they are bringing the world to Ethereum.

Out of the Ether: The Amazing Story of Ethereum and the DAO Hack with Matthew Leising May 04, 2022

This week Derek E. Silva joins Matthew Leising, Co-founder of DeCential Media that focuses on telling the stories of the founders, builders and visionaries who are creating a new decentralized economy and internet experience. We take a deep dive into the fascinating early days of Ethereum to discuss Matthew’s critically acclaimed 2020 book “Out of the Ether’ and his quest to solve the mystery behind the DAO hack.

Free Speech and the Age of Disinformation with Wired's Gilad Edelman Apr 27, 2022

This week host Derek E. Silva joins Gilad Edelman, a senior writer for WIRED, covering the intersection of tech, politics, and law. Prior to that, he was executive editor of the Washington Monthly. We take a deep dive into the truth about Section 230, the battle against disinformation, social media censorship, and the future of DAOs.

Julian Assange's Fight for Freedom with Gabriel Shipton Apr 20, 2022

This week host Derek E. Silva joins Australian filmmaker Gabriel Shipton, the brother of WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange. Gabriel talks about what inspired him to become a storyteller and discusses his recent documentary "Ithaka," which tells his brother's story through his family's eyes and gives an intimate behind-the-scenes look at their battle for justice. The film follows his father, John Shipton, and Julian's fiance, Stella, in their campaign to free Julian Assange and their fight for the freedom of the press.

All About Orchid and the Future of the Internet with Travis Cannell Apr 13, 2022

This week host Derek E. Silva joins Travis Cannell, Head of Product & Marketing at Orchid. A great conversation on how Travis first met Co-founder Jay Freeman at the College of Creative Studies in Santa Barbara, why Orchid’s VPN is different from other privacy tools, and his predictions on the future of the Internet.

What's Next for Ethereum 2.0 with Tim Beiko Apr 06, 2022

This week host Derek E. Silva joins Tim Beiko, AllCoreDevs at the Ethereum Foundation. We discuss Tim’s journey into blockchain, what led him to join AllCoreDevs to help trailblaze the implementation of EIP-1559 last year, and how the team is mapping out Ethereum 2.0.

AI Healthcare and Privacy Ethics of New Tech with Niam Yaraghi Mar 30, 2022

This week host Derek E. Silva joins Niam Yaraghi, Assistant Professor of Business Technology at Miami Herbert Business School at the University of Miami and a nonresident Senior Fellow at the Brookings Institution Center for Technology Innovation. They take a deep dive into AI in healthcare, rethinking patient data privacy and the ethics of new tech.

Data Ethics and AI's Impact on Society with Dr. Sara R. Jordan Mar 23, 2022

Host Derek E. Silva joins Dr. Sara R. Jordan, the former Senior Researcher, Artificial Intelligence and Ethics, at the Future of Privacy Forum. They take a deep dive into data ethics, the impact of artificial intelligence on human society, and how we can better safeguard our privacy online.

The Cryptopunk Ethos and the Future of Freedom with Dr. Steven Waterhouse Mar 16, 2022

This week's episode features Dr. Steven "Seven" Waterhouse's exclusive talk from ETHDenver. Seven shares his thoughts on the early Internet, the threat of centralization, and the future of freedom.

Social Media and the Digital Afterlife with Dr. Elaine Kasket Mar 09, 2022

Host Derek E. Silva joins Dr. Elaine Kasket, author of All the Ghosts in the Machine: The Digital Afterlife of Your Personal Data. It’s a great conversation on digital immortality, who owns your social media profile in the afterlife, and how to protect your legacy online.

Future of Bitcoin Security and Privacy with Isaiah Jackson Mar 02, 2022

This week's episode features an exclusive talk from Priv8's recent digital summit. Tech journalist Naomi Brockwell joins Isaiah Jackson, best-selling author of Bitcoin and Black America, for a great conversation on improving crypto security and privacy in the future.

Web3 and the Decentralized Future with Greg Osuri and Tor Bair Feb 23, 2022

This week's episode features an exclusive talk from Priv8's recent digital summit. Tech journalist Benjamin Powers moderates a distinguished panel featuring CEO of Akash Network, Greg Osuri, Founder of the Secret Foundation, Tor Bair, and more to discuss Web3 and the decentralized future!

How Data Brokers Cash in on Your Privacy with Rob Shavell Feb 16, 2022

Host Derek E. Silva joins Rob Shavell, CEO of Abine and DeleteMe, an online data protection company. We take a deep dive into how companies sell your personal information, the hidden powers of data brokers, and how to protect your privacy online.

Rethinking Privacy and Personal Data Ownership with Markus Lampinen Feb 09, 2022

Host Derek E. Silva joins Markus Lampinen, CEO of Prifina an open app data market. They take a deep dive into personal data ownership, privacy challenges in the metaverse, and GDPR's rule on the right to be forgotten.

Bitcoin, Privacy, and Protecting Free Speech with Peter McCormack Feb 02, 2022

Host Derek E. Silva joins Peter McCormack, Chairman of the sports club Bedford FC and host of the “What Bitcoin Did” podcast. They take deep dive into Peter’s journey into crypto, the impact of government surveillance, and protecting free speech in the digital age.

Top Global Privacy Issues We Face in 2022 with Omer Tene Jan 26, 2022

Host Derek E. Silva joins Omer Tene, Senior Fellow at the Future of Privacy Forum, a privacy think tank advancing principled data practices in support of emerging technologies. They take a deep dive into protecting privacy in an AI-driven world, GDPR enforcement, and the top global privacy issues we face in 2022.

Building the Future of Web3 and the Internet of Things with Eliott Teissoniere Jan 19, 2022

Host Derek E. Silva joins Eliott Teissoniere, Chief Blockchain Officer for Nodle a crowdsourced decentralized IoT network. A great conversation on stepping into the future with Web3, decentralized governance, and unlocking the power of the Internet of Things.

Digital Trust and Protecting Human Rights with Jonathan Dotan Jan 12, 2022

Host Derek E Silva joins Starling Lab's founder Jonathan Dotan and producer of HBO's Emmy Award-winning series Silicon Valley. A great conversation on the original promise of the Internet, restoring digital trust and protecting human rights with Web3.

Biggest Privacy and Tech Stories of 2021 with Anne Ahola Ward and Dragana Kaurin Dec 08, 2021

Host Derek E. Silva joins Founder of the Localization Lab, Dragana Kaurin, and futurist and CEO of CircleClick, Anne Ahola Ward, for our annual privacy roundup discussion. We take a deep dive into the biggest privacy and technology stories of 2021. Dragana and Anne share their perspective on the Facebook effect, how content moderation affects human rights, and how we can reimagine the Internet in 2022.

Free Speech and Censorship Online with Glenn Greenwald Dec 01, 2021

A special podcast episode features best-selling author and former constitutional lawyer Glenn Greenwald's keynote presentation from Priv8's digital summit. Glenn joins Orchid's CEO, Dr. Steven Waterhouse (Seven), and journalist Naomi Brockwell to talk about the importance of protecting free speech and the impact of censorship online.

Anonymous Connections and Onion Routing with Paul Syverson Nov 24, 2021

Host Derek E. Silva joins computer scientist Paul Syverson, inventor of Tor’s onion routing and a mathematician at the US Naval Research Laboratory. Paul shares how he created and deployed the first research designs and prototypes of onion routing with David Goldschlag and Mike Reed. We take a deep dive into the rising concern over abandoned domains, why data privacy is a moving target, and how anonymous you really are online.

Kings of Crypto and the Big Tech Monopolies with Jeff John Roberts Nov 17, 2021

Host Derek E. Silva joins Jeff John Roberts, Executive Editor for Decrypt and author of the 2019 book about Coinbase, Kings of Crypto: One Startup's Quest to Take Cryptocurrency Out of Silicon Valley, and Onto Wall Street. They take a deep dive into the impact of big tech monopolies, new crypto regulations, and Facebook’s metaverse dream.

Protecting Human Rights in the Age of Surveillance with Matthew Guariglia Nov 10, 2021

Host Derek E. Silva joins Matthew Guariglia, a historian and Policy Analyst at the Electronic Frontier Foundation. They take a deep dive into the origins of modern policing, combating weaponized information, and protecting human rights in the age of surveillance.

Cybersecurity, and the New Era of Data Privacy with Dimitri Nemirovsky Nov 03, 2021

Host Derek E. Silva joins Dimitri Nemirovsky, Co-founder of Atakama, a multi-factor encryption software company. A great conversation on #Bitcoin maximalism, power politics in cybersecurity, and the new era of data privacy.

The Politics of Bitcoin and Facebook's Metaverse with Gian Volpicelli Oct 27, 2021

Host Derek E. Silva joins Gian Volpicelli, Senior Editor at Wired UK and author of Cryptocurrency: How Digital Money Could Transform Finance. They take a deep dive into the politics of Bitcoin, decentralized governance, and Facebook betting its future on the metaverse.

China's Social Credit System and Ban on Crypto with Jeremy Goldkorn Oct 20, 2021

Host Derek E Silva joins Jeremy Goldkorn, the editor-in-chief of SupChina, a New York-based, China-focused, news, information, and business services platform. They take a deep dive into China’s regulatory reform, the recent ban on crypto, and the complicated truth about their social credit system.

Constitutional Privacy Rights and the Third Party Doctrine with Amie Stepanovich Oct 13, 2021

Host Derek E. Silva joins cybersecurity expert Amie Stepanovich, Executive Director at Silicon Flatirons, a research law center at UC Boulder. They take a deep dive into constitutional privacy, the third-party doctrine, and the changing dynamics of data collection.

Building an Open, Decentralized, and Inclusive Internet with Julian Zawistowski Oct 06, 2021

Host Derek E. Silva joins Julian Zawistowski, Director of Golem Foundation, a decentralized marketplace for computing power. A great conversation on the power of decentralized governance, breaking corporate data silos, and empowering individuals to put privacy first by controlling their own data.

Digital Rights and Censorship's Impact on Society with Brett Solomon Sep 29, 2021

Host Derek E Silva joins Brett Solomon, Executive Director and Co-founder of Access Now, where he leads the organizations to defend and extend the digital rights of users at risk around the world. They take a deep dive into tracking global Internet shutdowns, censorship’s impact on society, and how to protect freedom of expression online.

The NFT Art and Music Revolution with Jason Rieff Sep 22, 2021

Host Derek E. Silva joins Jason Rieff, Co-founder of Noizd, a music-based NFT marketplace that allows fans to buy and sell the full rights to amazing unreleased collectible music. A great conversation on the NFT revolution, how Noizd is empowering artists to control their music and helping listeners discover new talent.

Creator Economy and the Future of NFTs with Alexander Klus Sep 15, 2021

Host Derek E. Silva joins Alexander Klus, Founder of Creaton, a new decentralized content sharing platform. A great conversation on where the creator economy is headed next, how NFTs unlock value for artists, and the future of digital media content.

Privacy by Design and Making Your Mark in the World with Sonny King Sep 08, 2021

Host Derek E Silva joins Sonny King, Executive Technology Director for frog, an award-winning design studio. A great conversation on best practices for achieving privacy by design, the importance of building a more sustainable future, and how startups can make their mark in the world.

Digital Rights and Facebook's Supreme Court with Julie Owono Sep 01, 2021

Host Derek E. Silva joins Julie Owono, Executive Director for Internet Without Borders, and an inaugural member of the Facebook Oversight Board. A great conversation on how we can work together to protect digital rights, the true power of social media restrictions, and why Facebook created its own Supreme Court.

Freedom of the Press and Censorship Around the World with Leo Schwartz Aug 25, 2021

Host Derek E. Silva joins Leo Schwartz, a reporter for Rest of World, an international nonprofit media organization. We take a deep dive into press freedom around the world, the spyware threat to journalists, and how social media affects the news.

New Privacy Laws and the Digital Disruption of Human Rights with Dr. Gabriela Zanfir-Fortuna Aug 18, 2021

Host Derek E. Silva joins Dr. Gabriela Zanfir-Fortuna, Director for the Future of Privacy Forum, a Washington, DC-based think tank and advocacy group focused on data privacy issues. They take a deep dive into the digital disruption of human rights, how the culture of surveillance dictates our daily lives, and new privacy laws from around the world.

Internet Shutdowns and the Rise of Digital Authoritarianism with Berhan Taye Aug 11, 2021

Host Derek E Silva joins digital rights activist Berhan Taye, a senior advisor at Internews, a nonprofit supporting independent media in 100 countries. We take a deep dive into the rise of digital authoritarianism, combating misinformation online, and what happens to countries when the Internet shuts down.

Connecting the Human and Machine Economy with Raullen Chai Aug 04, 2021

Host Derek E. Silva joins Raullen Chai, co-founder, and CEO of IoTeX, a decentralized network for the Internet of Things. Raullen shares his vision of an open ecosystem where humans and machines can interact with guaranteed trust, free will, and privacy.

The Philosophy of Bitcoin and the Great Privacy Debate Jul 28, 2021

Host Derek E. Silva joins Jim Harper, a privacy expert and senior fellow at American Enterprise Institute, a Washington, D.C.-based think tank that researches government, economics, and social welfare. They take a deep dive into the changing definition of privacy, reforming Section 230, and why Bitcoin’s value is all in the eye of the ‘bithodler’.

Facebook Effect and the Rise of the Data Economy with Kean Birch Jul 21, 2021

A great interview with Kean Birch, an expert in technoscience and professor at York University. We take a deep dive into the Facebook effect, the rise of the data economy, and how private data changes the game of capitalism.

Article 19, Internet Freedom, and Weaponizing Interpol with Michael Caster Jul 14, 2021

Derek E. Silva joins Michael Caster, the co-founder of Safeguard Defenders, a group helping human rights advocates protect civil liberties in Asia. They take a deep dive into how authoritarian governments are weaponizing Interpol, the right to Internet access, and how Article 19 protects freedom of expression.

How Developers Can Strengthen Privacy and Security for the Internet with John Gleeson Jul 07, 2021

Host Derek E. Silva joins John Gleeson, COO of Storj Labs, a decentralized cloud storage provider. A great conversation on how developers can strengthen privacy and security, why data is worth protecting, and the future of the Internet.

Shaping the Internet's Future and Social Economics with Brittany Piovesan Jun 30, 2021

Host Derek E. Silva joins Brittany Piovesan, Program Officer for the Internet Society Foundation focused on initiatives that strengthen the Internet. Brittany shares her thoughts on how to use the Internet to shape a better future for education, healthcare, and create more economic opportunities for us all.

Internet Freedom and Digital Rights with Jason Pielemeier Jun 23, 2021

Host Derek E. Silva joins Jason Pielemeier, Policy Director of the Global Network Initiative, which protects Internet freedom and digital rights. They take a deep dive into the evolution of corporate accountability, human rights principles, and the right to be forgotten.

Digital Rights and Social Media in Africa with Gbenga Sesan Jun 16, 2021

Host Derek E. Silva joins Gbenga Sesan, the Executive Director of Paradigm Initiative, a pan-African social enterprise working on digital inclusion. They take a deep dive into the unique role of social media in Africa, Internet freedom, and why technology can’t fix inequality online.

Future of Web3 and the Battle for Data Sovereignty with Greg Osuri Jun 09, 2021

What is the future of Web3? Host Derek E. Silva joins Greg Osuri, Founder and CEO of Akash Network, the open-source, decentralized cloud. They take a deep dive into the future impact of AI, overcoming the challenges of distributed networks, and the battle for data sovereignty.

How Technology Affects Criminal Justice and Human Rights with Rebecca Wexler Jun 02, 2021

How does technology affect our democracy and government? Host Derek E. Silva joins Rebecca Wexler, Professor of Law at UC Berkeley. They take a deep dive into the criminal justice system, the power imbalance caused by predictive technologies, and human rights in the digital age.

Human Rights and Building the Internet for Everyone with Dragana Kaurin May 26, 2021

What happens when we design with equity in mind? Derek E. Silva joins Dragana Kaurin, a human rights researcher and Founder of The Localization Lab, an organization fighting for equal access to information. A deep dive into building the Internet for everyone, and the privacy issues surrounding digital identity.

The Creator Economy and the Future of Programmable Money with Avichal Garg May 19, 2021

Listen to a new episode of Priv8 Podcast! Derek E. Silva joins Avichal Garg, Co-founder, and Partner at Electric Capital, an early-stage venture firm. A great conversation on the rise of the creator economy, privacy-first technologies, and the future of programmable money.

Taiwan's Digital Democracy and How They Hacked the Pandemic with Audrey Tang May 12, 2021

This week we feature a special episode from Priv8's digital privacy summit with The New York Times’ Kara Swisher. She joins Taiwan's Digital Minister Audrey Tang to discuss lessons learned from Taiwan's unique response to the pandemic that successfully protected the population while preserving privacy and democracy.

Surveillance Capitalism and Why Online Privacy Matters with Edward Snowden May 05, 2021

“Don't stay safe, stay free." This week we feature a special episode: Edward Snowden’s talk from the Priv8 digital privacy summit. He shares his thoughts on the rise of surveillance capitalism, why online privacy matters, and how to fix a broken Internet.

New Priv8 Podcast with Derek E. Silva Apr 21, 2021

We are excited to share that Follow the White Rabbit is now the Priv8 Podcast with host Derek E. Silva. Tune in for a weekly dose of commentary on privacy and technology. Join us this May for our first episode featuring Edward Snowden's talk from the Priv8 digital privacy summit!

Future of Bitcoin and Banking Privacy with Bill Barhydt Apr 14, 2021

Go down the rabbit hole with serial entrepreneur Bill Barhydt, Founder, and CEO of Abra, the digital cash peer-to-peer money transfer network available in over 150 countries. We take a deep dive into the future of banking, how to protect your financial privacy with Bitcoin, and why fungibility is key for crypto.

Blockchain Privacy and Transparency with Emin Gün Sirer Apr 07, 2021

We go down the rabbit hole with Emin Gün Sirer, Founder and CEO of Ava Labs, the team behind the Avalanche blockchain platform. A leader in peer-to-peer systems, he shares his thoughts on how to build trust, transparency, and privacy with decentralizing technologies.

Web 3.0 and the Evolution of Privacy with Tor Bair Mar 31, 2021

Go down the rabbit hole with Tor Bair, Founder of the Secret Foundation, an organization that supports the adoption of open-source privacy technologies. A great conversation on the effects of Web3 in a digital world, why blockchain is the blueprint for a new economy, and the evolution of privacy.

Crypto Privacy and the Defi Revolution with Aibek Esengulov Mar 24, 2021

Go down the rabbit hole with Aibek Esengulov, Founder of Horizontal Systems, the developers of the privacy-focused wallet, Unstoppable. We take a deep dive into the DEFI revolution, investing without borders, and the rise of digital collectibles.

Confidential Computing and the Future of Security with Marvin Tong Mar 17, 2021

We go down the rabbit hole with Marvin Tong, co-founder, and CEO of Phala Network. We take a deep dive into how companies can leverage big data, the role of confidential computing, and how Phala is bringing on-chain privacy to the Polkadot ecosystem.

Climate Change and How to Help Save the Environment with Gregory Landua Mar 10, 2021

We go down the rabbit hole with Gregory Landua, co-founder of Regen Network, a global marketplace that aligns economics with ecology. We take a deep dive into how we can reverse climate change, become carbon neutral, and collaborate better with each other.

New Privacy Rules and Why Bitcoin is a Social Network with Miko Matsumura Mar 03, 2021

Go down the rabbit hole with Miko Matsumura, co-founder of crypto exchange Evercoin and General Partner with Gumi Ventures, an investment fund focused on early stage blockchain startups. He shares his thoughts on the impact of open source on human rights, why Bitcoin is a social network, and the emergence of ICOs.

Data Privacy and the Open Source Dilemma with David Henkel-Wallace Feb 24, 2021

We go down the rabbit hole with David “Gumby” Henkel-Wallace, partner at Rodin AI, who founded the first open source company Cygnus that Red Hat acquired in 1999 to become a global powerhouse. The tech pioneer shares his thoughts on the democratization of encryption, how open source has become weaponized, and the future impact it has on data privacy.

Privacy and the Dark Side of Hacking with Lance Vick Feb 17, 2021

We go down the rabbit hole with Lance Vick, Senior Security Engineer at Polychain Capital. We take a deep dive into the dark side of hacking, how we can avoid the next SolarWinds attack, and the difference between privacy and anonymity.

Cyberbullying and How to Protect Yourself Online with Leigh Honeywell Feb 10, 2021

Go down the rabbit hole with Leigh Honeywell, Founder & CEO of Tall Poppy, which builds tools and services to help companies protect their employees from online harassment and abuse. We take a deep dive into the rise of cyberbullying, promoting psychological safety in the workplace, and how to defend yourself from online trolls.

Data Privacy and the Social Media Echo Chamber with Joe Toscano Feb 03, 2021

Go down the rabbit hole with Joe Toscano, featured in the hit documentary “The Social Dilemma” and co-founder and CIO of BEACON. We take a deep dive into redesigning the online consumer experience, how to break out of the social media echo chamber, and the data privacy reckoning on the horizon.

Internet Safety and the Rise of the Dark Web with John Redgrave Jan 27, 2021

We go down the rabbit hole with Co-founder and CEO John Redgrave of Sentropy Technologies to keep users and brands safe from online abuse. We take a deep dive into content moderation challenges, how to build trust in digital communities, and the rise of the dark web.

Why Privacy and Crypto is Key to Economic Freedom with Nathan Wilcox Jan 20, 2021

Go down the rabbit hole with Nathan Wilcox, CTO of Electric Coin Company, the inventors of Zcash, empowering people with economic freedom. We take a deep dive into the next wave of defi, why privacy is key to crypto adoption and the benefits & risks of decentralization.

Disinformation and the Cancel Culture with Jamie King Jan 13, 2021

Go down the rabbit hole with Jamie King, Host of Steal this Show and Director of Steal this Film, a documentary on the movement against intellectual property. We take a deep dive into cancel culture, ongoing reality wars, and the consequences of disinformation.

Startup Advice and the DNA of an Entrepreneur with Franck Nouyri Jan 06, 2021

We go down the rabbit hole with Franck Nouyrigat, Co-founder of Startup Weekend and Electis, a non profit focused on how technology can reshape democracy. A great conversation on the future of voting, what's in the DNA of an entrepreneur, and how to build a robust community online.

Graph Protocol the Google of Blockchain with Yaniv Tal Dec 23, 2020

Go down the rabbit hole with Yaniv Tal, Project Lead at Graph Protocol. We take a deep dive into the inspiration behind building the Graph Network and how they're helping the next generation of dApp developers create a decentralized future.

Future of Bitcoin and the Price of Privacy with Andreas Antonopoulos Dec 16, 2020

Go down the rabbit hole with Andreas Antonopoulos, tech entrepreneur and one of crypto's best known evangelists. He shares his thoughts on the future of Bitcoin, his mission to educate the world about open blockchain, and why society should protect privacy online.

Encryption and the Holy Grail of Data Security with Kurt Rohloff Dec 09, 2020

Go down the rabbit hole with open-source pioneer Kurt Rohloff, Co-founder and CTO of Duality Technologies. We take a deep dive into his life-changing role at DARPA, privacy concerns associated with contact tracing, and why homomorphic encryption is the holy grail of data security.

Why Decentralization Matters and Tech Trends for 2021 with Anne Ahola Ward Dec 02, 2020

Go down the rabbit hole with futurist and CEO of CircleClick, Anne Ahola Ward. She shares her thoughts on the fight for Section 230, why decentralization matters, and what tech trends to watch for in 2021.

Cybersecurity Tips and Best Privacy Practices with Roger Huang Nov 25, 2020

We go down the rabbit hole with Roger Huang, CEO of CyberSecure, a company that develops open-source cybersecurity tools. A deep dive into the Five Eyes alliance's complex history, China's digital yen, and best practices for protecting your privacy online.

Crypto Domains and Why the Internet is Broken with Brad Kam Nov 18, 2020

We go down the rabbit hole with Brad Kam, Co-founder of Unstoppable Domains. He shares his thoughts on why the Internet is broken, content censorship, and the economic benefits of using .crypto domains.

How Blockchain is Disrupting the Music Industry with Roneil Rumburg Nov 11, 2020

We go down the rabbit hole with Roneil Rumburg, CEO of Audius, a blockchain music platform that has been called the decentralized Spotify. He shares his thoughts on the struggle between surveillance and privacy, and how Audius has built a censorship-resistant platform for artists to share music with fans.

Future of Robotics and Crypto's Social Impact with Adriana Hamacher Nov 04, 2020

We go down the rabbit hole with Adriana Hamacher, a senior writer at Decrypt Media. A fascinating conversation on the future of robotics, crypto’s social impact, and the man who saved Sushiswap.

How Crypto and Blockchain Are Revolutionizing Latin America with Felipe Erazo Oct 28, 2020

We go down the rabbit hole with Felipe Erazo, a crypto journalist for Cointelegraph. A great conversation on how blockchain is revolutionizing Latin America, protecting human rights, and empowering freedom of speech.

India's Crypto Boom and the State of Defi Oct 21, 2020

We go down the rabbit hole with Neeraj Khandelwal, Co-founder of CoinDCX, the largest exchange in India. He shares his history as an early Bitcoin adopter, how his company is opening gateways to new forms of investing, his thoughts on the current state of defi, and why the blockchain is key to our economic freedom.

Hong Kong's National Security Law and New Stablecoin Economy with David Pan Oct 14, 2020

Go down the rabbit hole with David Pan, a business journalist for Coindesk covering global stories on blockchain and crypto. A great conversation on Hong Kong’s national security law, press censorship in the digital age, and the new stablecoin economy.

Blockchain for Social Impact with Alex Gluchowski Oct 07, 2020

We go down the rabbit hole with Alex Gluchowski, CEO of Matter Labs that's unchaining #Ethereum. He shares his thoughts on preserving privacy, how tech is empowering human rights, and what social impact the public blockchain has on the world.

New Privacy Paradigm for the Digital World with Dawn Song Sep 30, 2020

Go down the rabbit hole with Dawn Song, Professor of Computer Science at UC Berkeley and CEO of Oasis Labs. We dive deep into the challenges we face in the digital world, why we are at the inflection point for data privacy, and her vision for building a responsible data economy.

How Bitcoin Will Restore Democracy with Jason Brett Sep 23, 2020

Go down the rabbit hole with Jason Brett, CEO of Value Technology, a D.C. think tank focused on blockchain. He shares his journey through the 2008 banking crisis, the rise of Bitcoin, and how crypto has impacted our democracy.

Blockchain and the Great Privacy Debate with Val Mack Sep 16, 2020

Go down the rabbit hole with Val Mack, Software Architect at Quant Five and a member of Women Who Code. A blockchain developer & entrepreneur, she shares her insights on compassionate technologies, data privacy, and how to navigate a career in tech.

How Disinformation Affects our Democracy with Dr. Juan E. Gilbert Sep 09, 2020

Go down the rabbit hole with Dr. Juan E. Gilbert, Chair of the CISE Dept. at the University of Florida. He shares how he leads the development in open source election systems, the virtual traffic stop, and how disinformation affects our democracy.

Open Source Democracy and Future Privacy with Brian J. Fox Sep 02, 2020

Go down the rabbit hole with Brian J. Fox, Co-founder of Orchid & the original author of the GNU Bash shell. He shares his open source journey as the first employee of the Free Software Foundation, building Orchid’s VPN protocol, and the biggest lessons he learned as an entrepreneur.

Privacy and the Dark Side of the Internet with Ken Seiff Aug 26, 2020

Go down the rabbit hole with Dr. Steven Waterhouse, CEO of Orchid and Ken Seiff, Managing Partner at Beanstalk Ventures. They share their thoughts on privacy, the future of democracy, and the dark & light side of the Internet.

Blockchain and the New Decentralized Economy with Richard Muirhead Aug 19, 2020

Go down the rabbit hole with Richard Muirhead, Managing Partner of Fabric Ventures and an early Orchid supporter. A Bitcoin believer since 2013, he shares his ideas about decentralization, the token economy, and the future of privacy.

Democracy and Defending our Civil Rights with Ben Bartlett Aug 12, 2020

Go down the rabbit hole with Ben Bartlett, an environmental lawyer and a Berkeley CIty Council Member. A timely discussion on the future of democracy, personal freedom, and defending our civil rights.

Election Security and the Decline of Democracy with David Chaum Aug 05, 2020

Go down the rabbit hole with the forefather of the crypto movement, David Chaum, CEO of the xx Network. A timely discussion on election security and the chilling effects the decline of democracy has on our civil rights.

NSA and Protecting our 4th Amendment Rights with Cindy Cohn Jul 29, 2020

Go down the rabbit hole with Cindy Cohn, Executive Director for EFF, an organization that advocates for our civil liberties and freedom online. A fascinating conversation on the encryption wars, NSA, protecting our 4th amendment rights, and EFF’s battle against the dragnet policy.

Crypto's Impact on Privacy and Human Rights with Alexander Lloyd Jul 22, 2020

Go down the rabbit hole with Alexander Lloyd, Founder of Accelerator Ventures and Author of The Little Bitcoin Book. We discuss how crypto impacts human rights, social activism, and breaking the walls of censorship.

Blockchain Investments and Prediction Markets with Paul Veradittakit Jul 15, 2020

Go down the rabbit hole with Paul Veradittakit, a Partner at Pantera Capital, one of the blockchain industry's most prolific investors. A great conversation on the decentralized economy, prediction markets, and what deals he's looking at next.

Decentralized Apps and the Future of Information with Jehan Chu Jul 08, 2020

Go down the rabbit hole with Jehan Chu, Co-founder & Managing Partner of Kenetic Capital. A great conversation on technology integration wars, decentralized apps, the future access of information, and how the world is becoming more tribal.

Government Censorship and the Future of Bitcoin with Roger Ver Jul 01, 2020

Go down the rabbit hole with Roger Ver, Executive Chairman of Bitcoin.com. He shares his journey as an early investor in Bitcoin startups, his views on the role government should play in citizens’ lives, and the fundamentals of voluntaryism.

How Technology is Impacting Humanity with Jyri Engestrom Jun 24, 2020

Go down the rabbit hole with Jyri Engestrom, a partner at Yes VC that invests in startups set in motion by social movements. We discuss digital citizenship, the future of democracy, and how technology is impacting humanity.

Digital Identity and the New Normal with Vinny Lingham Jun 17, 2020

We go down the rabbit hole with Vinny Lingham, CEO of Civic Technologies. A great conversation on the future of digital identity, immunity passports, and what will be the next great wave of apps post COVID-19.

The White House and Secret Service with Rich Staropoli Jun 03, 2020

We go down the rabbit hole with Rich Staropoli, whose career reads like a Tom Clancy spy novel. He's the former White House CIO for the DHS and a special agent for the Secret Service for 25 years.

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