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"Defining Identity" The Decentralized Self (1/5) Ingo Rube, Founder KILT Protocol Oct 12, 2023

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"Defining Identity" The Decentralized Self (1/5) Ingo Rube, Founder KILT Protocol

The term “identity” is thrown around quite often in both the web 2 and Web3 spaces. But what IS identity? What defines centralized identity vs. decentralized? Charlie Shrem and KILT Protocol dive into the nuances of identity and the unknown risks the mass population is currently facing.

Identifier + credentials = identity

In the physical world, your identity starts with your face or fingerprint. These are identifiers that are given to you at birth. Later, credentials are given to you by universities and governments (diploma, driver’s license, passport). Your identity grows by adding more and more credentials to your identifier.

For thousands of years, this model worked perfectly. You were in control of your credentials, with your license in your pocket and your passport in the drawer. This model was highly scalable, privacy preserving, relatively secure, and cost effective.

Then digital monopolies turned this model upside down.

They took control of our identities, storing our information in corporate databases and building their business on top of our personal information. Now we need to prove our identity for nearly every service on the internet, from getting access to apps to paying bills, but we’re no longer in control of our own data.

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Bitcoin Staking? Crypto 2023 and AI-Powered Aviation Sep 28, 2023

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I'm very proud of this episode and enjoyed listening to it myself after production. We had some phenomenal guests including David Tse, Ashton Addison and Stuart Bullard. Enjoy the show!

David Tse: Known for his significant contributions to information theory and wireless communications. He is an academic and has been a professor in the field of electrical engineering, with numerous publications and awards to his name. We talked Bitcoin and Staking.

Ashton Addison: Recognized as a passionate blockchain and cryptocurrency enthusiast, Ashton has been deeply involved in the space for several years. He's known for his role as host of the 'Crypto Coin Show', where he discusses the latest trends and updates in the blockchain industry.

Stuart Bullard: CEO of Fly Air Inc. Fly Air's App incorporates voice activated jet reservations and artificial intelligence into a one easy-to-use mobile application

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00:05:26 - "And so we have always been thinking, is there interesting ways of innovating on Bitcoin while not requiring a soft fork or upgrade and adding an opcode?"
00:07:43 - "Staking now is almost a hundred billion dollar business."
00:10:41 - "Someone should be able to remove that collateral and say, burn it."
00:13:58 - "So very importantly, everything can be cryptographically verified."
00:14:46 - "However, for this particular use case, Bitcoin staking, which I think is a very important use case, you don't need all the flexibility of the bridging, and so we can get by with a trustless solution."
00:18:26 - "It's been a crazy, crazy year as we lean towards like the end of 2023."
00:22:27 - "they realize, hey, maybe we should actually look for an MVP or product market fit or customers before we start throwing our capital into something that has AI in the name."
00:24:53 - "Yeah, that's a great way to pinpoint for the historians 50 years from now that are listening to the show looking back. This year was the year that the crypto natives got comfortable."
00:25:55 - "The initial takeoff of BASE, it launched and the first two things to come out were this meme coin here and there, Brian and Ball's meme coin, which we saw some people on Twitter had bought it and became millionaires overnight."
00:28:16 - "It's amazing to see that the true people that have their heads down building are, for the most part, remaining unfazed by it."
00:32:02 - "I like asking the tough questions."
00:33:53 - "They just want to be like, they just want to see the big mouth influencer with like, leverage 100x."
00:36:17 - "It's that industry that we've gone back into the 60s, where back in the days before our time, Charlie, is that you put a nickel in the jukebox and you listen to one song."
00:40:32 - "I don't know about blockchain, but what do you know about it?"
00:43:06 - "Private aviation throughout the years that I was doing charter, the loyalty went away."
00:46:31 - "Then the other thing was, the industry and the private jet side started doing shared group flights."
00:49:06 - "It was a good revealer of another business model, and it also put like-minded folk together to fly together, share their experiences together, and we found out that that was a win situation."
00:52:21 - "We feel like we can build something that's very solid and we can introduce it to the aviation community, the aviation community uses it, and then basically the community feels very comfortable with it."
00:54:40 - "I think it's like a personality trait of some people are willing to go over the cliff and look over, and then some people like me are willing to podcast about it."

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Unleashed: Bitcoin, Yokai & Collab.land Sep 12, 2023

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Enjoy this episode! I loved recording it. Please leave reviews and subscribe!

Anjali Young is the Co-Founder and CCO of Abridged Inc, and a DAO Officer for Collab. Land.

Ross Plummer - Chief Executive Officer - Yōkai

[00:01:03] Bitcoin Upgrade in Soft Fork. [00:03:18] Yokai and Collab.land [00:07:23] Scaling cybersecurity teams. [00:11:05] DAO fixing inefficiencies and insecurity. [00:14:52] Why humans are needed. [00:17:06] Harnessing distributed and federation technologies. [00:20:45] Single dashboard for security personnel. [00:24:40] Roles in cybersecurity industry. [00:27:09] Chronometry and timestamping. [00:31:48] Triage in film production. [00:35:59] The best thing to do is just do nothing at all. [00:37:17] You have to be a yokai in this world. [00:41:20] Online and offline communities. [00:43:27] Moderating online communities. [00:48:01] Building community culture without token gating. [00:51:33] Blending play and work together. [00:54:33] The future of online communities. [00:58:07] Verifiable credentials and PoApps. [01:01:16] Find that fucking edge.

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A Passage into AI with Lex Avellino Sep 01, 2023

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In this episode, Lex Avelino, founder of Passage.io, joins the show to discuss the power of AI in allowing smaller creators to compete with bigger studios. Lex shares his experience in the virtual production world and how it led him to create Passage, a platform that offers immersive and high-quality experiences for creators and brands. The conversation explores the potential of Passage's world-building and AI creation tools in bridging the gap between creators and their audience. Tune in to learn more about the exciting advancements in virtual experiences and storytelling.

00:00:19 - "For me, I love AI because that allows smaller creators to compete with bigger studios."
00:02:48 - "That's the whole goal is no downloads, no load times. You're just in."
00:05:37 - "But we kind of had this mindset of, OK, this is something we have to execute over the next three to five years, not trying to deliver everything in three months."
00:07:55 - "That was like the big boon of the metaverse was like, it's a cool concept, but it's boring."
00:10:46 - "He told me that the future belongs to the fearless."
00:13:11 - "Imagine Grand Theft Auto, but using AI generating the world instead of like…"
00:15:09 - "Yeah. And I think fans being able to go in their browser and follow along without needing to have extra hardware, it's a big part of it."
00:17:41 - "And I really do believe that's just a symptom of kind of this Cosmos ecosystem mindset where we have a high caliber of consumer."
00:19:47 - "They've made it so easy, yeah, to just like take the crypto out of crypto."

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Crypto Down Under: A Dive Aug 17, 2023

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On this episode of the Charlie Shrem Show, we are exploring whats happening with Bitcoin and Crypto down under! Australia has been a powerhouse since the early days of Bitcoin. Lets go!

From Europe to Australia: Join Holger Arians, a German native, as he recounts his journey from the bustling streets of Mannheim to the sun-kissed shores of Australia. Discover how his passion for crypto led to the birth of Banxa in 2014.

Banxa's Visionary Leap: Venture into the heart of Banxa's mission. From its humble beginnings as a B2C brand to its evolution as the world's 'first publicly listed crypto gateway', witness a tale of ambition, innovation, and global reach.

Navigating Web3's Labyrinth: As the crypto world grapples with regulations, Holger shares tales from the frontlines. Learn about Banxa's partnerships, challenges, and their stance on the Web3 regulatory landscape.

Caleb & Brown: A Singular Dream: Step into the world of Jackson Zeng, the first employee and now CEO of Caleb & Brown. From a one-man show to a global powerhouse, it's a story of grit, growth, and grand visions.

Championing Blockchain in Australia: As the Digital Currency Exchange Director at Blockchain Australia, Jackson is at the forefront of crypto advocacy. Hear about his efforts to drive blockchain adoption and the transformative potential it holds for the economy.

Education: The Beacon of Crypto: Caleb & Brown isn't just about transactions. Delve into their commitment to enlightening the masses. From bite-sized briefs to their comprehensive House View report, it's a journey of discovery and insight.

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The Unwavering Influence of Bitcoin & Crypto Aug 04, 2023

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"Rediscovering Value: The Unstoppable Force of Bitcoin & Crypto"

In this episode, we embark on a journey to rediscover the true value of Bitcoin and crypto. We delve into the heart of this revolution, examining how it's reshaping our understanding of value, technology, and community participation.

Our first guest, Rich Rines from CoreDAO, sets the stage by discussing how his organization is leveraging the principles of Bitcoin to create a decentralized and distributed network from the start. He introduces us to the concept of 'Satoshi Plus', a unique consensus mechanism that embodies the true spirit of Bitcoin's decentralization, while also harnessing the power of Ethereum's scalability.

Next, we transition into the world of app chains and interchain technology with Avril Dutheil from Neutron. He highlights how Neutron is democratizing access to smart contracts and enabling seamless interoperability between different blockchains, all while staying true to the principles of Bitcoin and crypto.

Finally, we conclude with Dr. Ben Zhang from NodeReal, who brings a unique perspective on the challenges and opportunities of onboarding businesses into Web3. He emphasizes the importance of understanding and adapting to this new paradigm, highlighting how NodeReal is facilitating this transition while keeping the core values of Bitcoin and crypto at the forefront.

Throughout these conversations, a common theme emerges: the power of Bitcoin and crypto to redefine value, foster innovation, and create a more inclusive and equitable digital future. This episode is a testament to the transformative potential of Bitcoin and crypto, and a call to action for all of us to participate in this exciting journey. It's a reminder that despite the market fluctuations and the noise, the true value of Bitcoin and crypto remains as potent as ever.

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Quenta and Quasar Decode Crypto's Quantum Leap Jul 24, 2023

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In this electrifying episode, Charlie Shrem hosts Brent De Jong of Qenta and Valentin Pletnev of Quasar Finance. Together, they decode the quantum leap in the world of digital assets and cryptocurrencies. Brent discusses Qenta's mission to digitize all the world's assets and transactions, aiming for global financial inclusion. Valentin shares insights on Quasar's work in decentralized asset management and the potential of multi-chain vaults. Tune in to discover how these industry leaders are transforming the crypto landscape and driving the next big leap in digital finance.

What you can expect to learn?

Leveraging Bitcoin and Crypto to digitize all the world's assets and transactions, and its impact on global financial inclusion.
The role of multi-chain vaults in decentralized asset management.
The potential and future of digital assets beyond quick profits.
The importance of compliance and security in the digital asset ecosystem.
Insights into the opportunities and challenges in the rapidly evolving crypto landscape.

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378. Maverick Protocol, Bitfinex, Bitcoin, Tether & Ethos Jul 13, 2023

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Bob Baxley, Maverick Protocol.

Paolo Ardoino, CTO Bitfinex and Tether

Shingo Lavine and Adam Lavine, Ethos.io

Welcome to another episode of the Charlie Shrem Show, where we delve into the world of Bitcoin, DeFi, and the heartbeat of the crypto universe. In this episode, we have some extraordinary guests reshaping the landscape of decentralized finance.

Bob Baxley, a super tech whiz and the core builder at Maverick Protocol, shares his insights on maneuvering the complexities of the AMM smart contract, automating liquidity, and contributing to the creation of more liquid on-chain markets.

Paolo Ardoino, the CTO of Tether and Bitfinex, discusses Tether's past, present, and future, the regulatory developments, and his vision for the company's direction. His acumen in the realm of stablecoins, Bitcoin, and digital asset trading is matchless.

Finally, we have a duo, Shingo Lavine and Adam Lavine, the co-founders, and co-CEOs of Ethos. Ethos is one of the only ways that you can actually today do DeFi without having to give up any of your private keys. They explain how they've been working on self-custody since the early days of Bitcoin.

Join us as we explore the intricacies of Bitcoin and DeFi, and buckle up for a ride through the crypto cosmos. Don't forget to subscribe and leave us a review. Enjoy the show!

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Bitcoin Class & Healthcare's Pass with Omid Malekan and Pradeep Goel Jul 06, 2023

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Strap in for a wild ride in this episode of The Charlie Shrem Show! Charlie hosts Omid Malekan, the Dumbledore of Bitcoin, and Pradeep Goel, the superhero of healthcare, in an exciting adventure through the world of crypto.

In the first part of our journey, Omid Malekan, professor at Columbia Business School and Bitcoin connoisseur, decodes the importance of Bitcoin in our modern economy. He shares the thrilling tale of Bitcoin's evolution and its monumental role in shaping the future of finance and education.

In the second part, we swing over to the realm of healthcare with Pradeep Goel, Founder and CEO of Solve.Care. Pradeep unravels the story of how blockchain technology can revolutionize healthcare. From making healthcare accessible and efficient to solving the industry's complex problems, Pradeep's tale is one of innovation and transformation.

Don't miss out on this thrilling episode! Subscribe, leave a review, and share the crypto love. Stay tuned for more epic adventures in the world of crypto with Charlie Shrem!

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Rekindling Bitcoin's Magic: Udi Wertheimer on Taproot Wizards & Ordinals Jun 27, 2023

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This episode welcomes special guest, Udi Wertheimer, Co-Founder of Taproot Wizards and one of Bitcoin's most vocal advocates. Known for his candid critiques and insightful commentary on the crypto space, Udi delves into his work with Taproot Wizards and their mission to infuse a bit of magic back into Bitcoin.

Udi discusses the controversial introduction of Ordinals to Bitcoin and its subsequent impact on public perception. He addresses criticism and shares his own views on this polarizing development within the Bitcoin community.

We dive into Udi's personal journey with Bitcoin, discussing his passion for the pioneering cryptocurrency and his life mission to help Bitcoin "win".

A self-proclaimed "Taproot Wizard number 1," Udi opens up about his views on Bitcoin maximalism. He explores whether this mindset is ultimately beneficial or detrimental to the growth of Bitcoin and the wider blockchain space.

Tune in to this exciting episode to get a fresh perspective on Bitcoin's trajectory, the role of Ordinals, and the ongoing evolution of the crypto world. Hear from one of the most respected voices in the community, as Udi Wertheimer shares his thoughts on everything from Taproot Wizards to the future of Bitcoin.

Remember, this episode is for anyone interested in the ongoing evolution of Bitcoin, the role of Ordinals, or anyone keen to hear insights from a well-respected voice in the crypto community. Don't miss out on this engaging conversation!

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